An illustration of four various axes: "1, Horseman's hammer of about the time of Edward IV; 2, Martel-de-fer,…
A cannon from the time of Cortez. "It will be observed that the pieces have no trunnions, and are supported…
Gustavus Vasa hiding out with peasants in the story about the king from "The Red True Story Book" by…
A sword with a broad and heavy blade, thick at the back, and a little curved toward the point; a cavalry…
An offensive weapon having a long, strong, and usually harp-pointed blade, for cutting or thrusting.