(Ranged Weapons of Eastern Origin in the Late 9th and 10th Centuries)

Abstract: Numerous finds of ranged weapons typical for nomadic societies of Eastern Europe and Asia have been discovered in the archaeological material from the Great Moravian and post Great Moravian periods. These include a reflex composite bow; specific types of arrowheads, ending with a thorn, with a rhombic, deltoid or forked shape; and their accessories, a quiver (gorythos). Bearers of these weapons left numerous grave finds in the area of Slovakia, as well as some evidence of battles. If these are compared with the written sources, they clearly demonstrate the turbulent character of the 10th century, which led to the formation of new states

Authors: Holeščák, Michal

DOI: 10.17846/CL.2014.7.1.14-22

Publication order reference: Mgr. Michal Holeščák; Archeologický ústav SAV v Nitre; Akademická 2, 949 21 Nitra; email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Source: Konštatínove listy, 2014, vol. 7, number: 1, pages: 14-22 (PDF file)

Key words: RANGED WEAPONS, BOW, ARROW, QUIVER, NOMADIC SOCIETIES, EARLY MIDDLE AGES, WARFARE IN THE 10TH CENTURY

Language: SLOVAK