The English Longbow: A Weapon that Shaped History

Posted on September 17, 2025September 17, 2025 by fechtschule

Few weapons are as synonymous with English military tradition as the longbow. This simple yet highly effective piece of archery equipment played a pivotal role in medieval warfare and has since become an enduring symbol of English martial skill.What is the English Longbow?The English longbow was a powerful type of bow, typically made from yew […]

Wilikin of the Weald: England’s Forgotten Guerrilla Leader

Posted on September 17, 2025September 17, 2025 by fechtschule

England’s medieval history is rich with tales of kings, knights, and legendary outlaws such as Robin Hood. Yet buried in the chronicles of the early 13th century lies the story of a real figure who rallied archers and woodsmen to fight foreign occupiers: William of Cassingham, better known as Wilikin of the Weald. Though far […]