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Firearm Facts: Handguns

Origins

Modern handguns can trace their origins to hand cannons developed in 13th century China. These were simple but effective devices utilizing a barrel which was loaded from the muzzle, with a propellent charge and projectile. The charge would … Continue

Ancient Weapons: Crossbow

The crossbow is a ranged weapon that is similar to an archer’s bow and arrow. A crossbow consists of two attached pieces; the bow, known as a prod or lath,  is elasticized and joined at both ends by a drawstring.

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