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Determined to unify Japan, a ruthless daimyo decided to gather his army and storm the infamous Inabayama Castle in Gifu. Known by many as the 'Devil King', Oda Nobunaga was a name many Japanese warriors feared across the continent. Learn how one of Japan's most influential leaders overcame a difficult childhood to become a respected warlord, courtesy of BladesPro.
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Originating in medieval India, the Katar is a push dagger used extensively against Islamic invaders, and later in other battles -- a formidable close-range weapon, which also became a status symbol.
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The Roman Gladius was a sword born by the foot soldiers of Ancient Rome. Due to its size, it was particularly useful in very close combat situations - easy to wield, easy to thrust, easy to hold, and - most importantly - very lethal at close range. Learn more about this important sword, widely used in the Roman Army.
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Learn about the fearsome vikings, who roamed Europe from the 8th - 11th centuries -- and their advanced swords -- which meant not only status and honor, but also winning in battle, and an important transition into the afterlife.
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The Glaive Gusarme was a long, sharp, heavy weapon of European origin, thought to be invented between 1000 and 1400. Originally developed by farmers, who combined everyday tools and their knowledge of creating them, with the need and market for weapons. Learn more about it in this post.
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