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''For explanation of terms see the [[Bows]] and [[Arrows]] pages. For finds of Arrow heads also see the [[Arrows]] page.''
==Bowsfrom Archaeology==
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Nydem, Vimose and Kragehul, Denmark bog finds also had bows and arrows.<br>
==Arrow Shaftsfrom Archaeology==
* Scotland
** Scar (AD 875-950) [OWEN & DALLAND 1999]
*** Harbour: 13 blunt heads were found in the harbour, and one knock end fragment. 11 were conical, two were double conical (widest point in the middle) [WESTPHAL 2006: p. 61] These 13 heads can be added to those found in the settlement giving a total of 58 blunt heads. Sizes of the conical heads: Length 31-82mm, diameter of the head 9-35mm (21mm average), diameter of shaft 6-14mm (9mm average). Sizes of the bi-conical heads: Length 31-82mm, diameter of the head 12-23mm (18mm average), diameter of shaft 6-10mm (8mm average). The type of wood could be determined for 46 fragments. 31(67%) were ash. 7 (15%) hazel, and one each (2%) of oak, fir, pine, elder, spruce, alder and maple. [WESTPHAL 2006: p.61]
== Arrow Heads from Archaeology== == Archery depicted in Art ==
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== Archery mentioned in Literature ==
* Capitulary of Charlemeigne, Mobilization alert: Aachen, mid-April 806
::Each horseman is to carry shield and spear, long-sword and short-sword, '''bow, quivers and arrows''', and your carts are to contain implements of various kinds” [King 2007]