Ancient Egyptian Weapons
This weapon is now used in an Olympic sport around the world.
What is the Javelin.
Multiple javelins were also sometimes carried by Egyptian war-chariots in a bow case. Except its military purpose, the javelin was likely also a hunting instrument, for food and sport.
The Ancient Egyptians invented this weapon for hunting and warfare.
What is the Bow and Arrow.
It was because Ancient Egypt was so advanced that we have the well-known sport Archery. The Ancient Egyptians invented bows and arrows for hunting and warfare
The first Egyptian ___were produced during the Old Kingdom, and were constructed of bronze, copper, granite, basalt, flint, and more.
What is Battle Axes.
In periods of Egyptian history, when the enemy didn't wear armor, the blades of battle axes were designed to deliver deep, slashing cuts to unprotected flesh.
One of the earliest weapons devised by man, the ____ was originally simply a sharpened stick.
What is the spear.
The spear was used in Egypt since the earliest times for hunting larger animals, such as lions.
Unlike the straight-edged swords of its contemporaries, the ______ type of sword's curved design allowed for more dynamic combat moves.
What is the Khopesh.
The khopesh is a type of ancient Egyptian sword that dates back to the Bronze Age. This unique weapon features a curved blade with a hook-like tip, and it was used for a variety of purposes in ancient times, from hunting and farming to combat.