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202211 minPGdoc-short

Does An Arrow Pierce Chainmail?

202211 minPGdoc-short

Ray Mears collaborates with experts to test whether arrows can penetrate chainmail, while exploring the historical significance of the bow throughout time.

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Channel: History Hit

Does An Arrow Pierce Chainmail?

2022• 11 minPG

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Ray Mears collaborates with experts to test whether arrows can penetrate chainmail, while exploring the historical significance of the bow throughout time.

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Arrows and their effectiveness against chainmail are examined by Ray Mears, alongside Danilo 'Tod' Todeschini and professional archer Joe Gibbs. This exploration is part of a broader investigation into the history of the bow, tracing its origins from ancient hunting tools to its role as a weapon of mass destruction. Key artifacts, including the world's oldest complete bow from Star Carr, provide context for the bow's evolution and its significant impact on British history, particularly at the Battle of Hastings.

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