Illustrated Bible History

Ancient Weapons and Warfare - Cross-Bowmen



German Cross-Bowmen German Cross-Bowmen
German cross-bowmen from a manuscript, beginning of the 15th century. It may be noticed the cross-bow with windlass, the fiery arrows and the soldier carrying hand cannon. In the Hauslaub Library in Vienna.
Wheel Cross-bow With Gear Wheel Cross-bow With Gear
Wheel cross-bow with gear, from a manuscript of the beginning of the 15th century. In the Ambras Collection.