Plumbatae or martiobarbuli were lead -weighted darts carried by infantrymen in Antiquity and the Middle Ages. They were used to inflict damage on enemies at a distance before engaging in …

In the realm of ancient warfare, one weapon in particular emerged. It embodied precision and deadly effectiveness—the plumbata. The plumbata was wielded by skilled Roman skirmishers. …

2022年1月26日 · In order to harass an enemy from a distance, the Roman soldiers adopted a new weapon, called the plumbata. The plumbata was a type of war dart. This throwing weapon …

The plumbata, a type of weighted dart, played a crucial role in Roman military tactics. Known for its versatility and lethality, this weapon significantly enhanced the effectiveness of Roman …

A very well preserved Late Roman Plumbata or throwing dart. Essentially an Iron dart head or spear head, with a lead weight attached to the anterior end. The result is a short dart which …

Plumbatae, a distinctive throwing weapon of late antiquity, have been attested in considerable numbers in Serbia, which supports Vegetius’ observation about their having been widely used …

The plumbatae, also known as martiobarbulus, were projectile weapons utilized by the late Roman army from the late 3rd century CE. This article discusses the origins, nomenclature, …

Plumbatae or martiobarbuli were lead -weighted darts carried by infantrymen in Antiquity and the Middle Ages. They were used to inflict damage on enemies at a distance before engaging in …

2021年6月7日 · Plumbata. For such a simple weapon, the Roman war dart known as the plumbata has been misunderstood by researchers for decades. Consisting of a wooden shaft, …

2018年1月1日 · It is possible to view an unusual object in the display showing Roman military equipment at the permanent exhibit of the Intecisa Museum, a special weapon of the army in …