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A halberd, sometimes called a vouge, is a two-handed pole-style weapon. | A halberd, sometimes called a vouge, is a two-handed pole-style weapon. | ||
The shaft of the spear was made of wood and the head was made of iron. It was used as a thrusting spear as well as in hand-to-hand combat. | |||
Javelins were used for close combat and in horse fighting. They were held under the shoulder. | |||
throwing axes | |||
Protective gear, such as helmet, chain mail, and shields is described in the poems. The helmet was styled after Roman helmets. | |||