A photo essay examining the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.
Prehistoric weapons Missile weapons First warriors Greeks and Romans Weapons from barbarian Europe European swords Crossbows and longbows Axes, daggers, and knives Mail and plate armor A suit of armor Helmets Tilting armor Indian weapons Indian weapons A Japanese samurai Early firearms Flintlock firearms Dueling swords Dueling pistols Attack by highwaymen Bizarre handweapons Grenadiers and cavalry Keeping law and order Pistols Percussion firearms Guns that won the west North American Indians Did you know? Who's who? Find out more Glossary Index
