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Sword-fighting in Bronze Age Europe: Assessing the use of bronze swords from Bohemia and Moravia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates Bronze Age swords using experimental methodology and metalwork wear analysis, confirming and supplementing previous findings. Conducted independently, our research utilized consistent experimental methods , yielding similar results to ongoing experiments in Europe. Analysis of combat traces from 47 swords from Bohemia and Moravia reveals significant patterns, particularly regarding blade usage in combat, impacting our understanding of sword fighting techniques in Central Europe. The article focuses on sword usage in combat and its effects on tissue, contributing to the broader understanding of ancient weaponry and combat strategies.

Source: Journal of Archaeological Science Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.jasrep.2024.104719

Authors: Markéta Havlíková, Josef Ježek

Institutions: Masaryk University, University of West Bohemia in Pilsen

Language: English

Topic: Ancient and Medieval Archaeology Studies

Subfield: Archeology

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,650

Funders: Západočeská Univerzita v Plzni, Masarykova Univerzita