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== Halberd and Other Weapons ==
== Halberd and Other Weapons ==


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.  Thorolf, Egil's brother used this type of weapon in battle, but the shaft of his was bound with iron. 


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.
Javelins were used for close combat and in horse fighting. They were held under the shoulder.
throwing axes
throwing axes


Protective gear, such as helmet, chain mail, and shields is described in the poems.  The helmet was styled after Roman helmets.
Protective gear, such as helmets, chain mail, and shields are described in the poems.  The helmet was styled after Roman helmets.
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