Medieval archers: Skills, weapons and tactics

#medieval #archery #militaryhistory In this fascinating episode, Hendrik and Carmen dive deep into the world of medieval archers. Discover the incredible history of the English longbow - originally a Welsh weapon that decided battles like Crécy, Poitiers, and Agincourt. We explore the impressive finds from the Mary Rose of 1545, which yielded 137 perfectly preserved warbows with draw weights between 120-160 pounds. The skeletal remains clearly show: these men shaped their entire bodies for this weapon - from childhood onward. Massive muscle development, curved spines, and characteristic bone changes bear witness to a lifelong dedication to this deadly art. Learn all about the Mediterranean draw technique, the decades of training, and the revolutionary tactic of volley fire. Up to 6,000 archers could shoot simultaneously, darkening the sky with tens of thousands of arrows. This weapon changed not only warfare, but shook entire social orders. We appreciate your comments and feedback! 😍 #longbow #warbows #agincourt #crécy #maryrose #archers #militaryhistory --- Battle-Merchant: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/ Battle-Merchant Blog: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/ Blog post for this episode: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/medieval-archers-skills-weapons-and-tactics TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battlemerchant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlemerchant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlemerchant Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/battlemerchant/