10,000 BC
Bone and fllint tools, as well as spear throwers, were developed as early as the Upper Paleolithic period, around 40,000 years ago. These tools represented significant advancements in human technology and allowed for more efficient hunting and survival strategies.
Bone tools were developed around 2.5 million years ago, with evidence found in Africa. Flint tools started to be used around 2.5 million years ago as well, notably by Homo habilis. Spear throwers, also known as atlatls, were developed around 30,000 years ago and were used to increase the velocity and distance of thrown spears.
The Cro-Magnons used fishing rods, spears, spear throwers, axes and bows and arrows.
tourch throwers of the night
Hunters with spear-throwers, or atlatls, could effectively hunt large animals due to the increased force and distance they could achieve when launching spears. The mechanical advantage provided by the atlatl allows for greater leverage, enabling hunters to strike larger prey from a safer distance. This technology likely improved accuracy and penetration of the spear, making it easier to take down larger and more dangerous animals. Additionally, the ability to throw spears with more power would have enhanced the hunters' chances of a successful hunt.
in archery it evenally replaced spear-throwing
Some of the earliest evidence of people riding horses in warfare as mounted archers or spear-throwers is usually credited to the Scythian culture, which thrived around the 7th century BCE. The Scythians were known for their exceptional horseback riding skills and their use of composite bows while mounted. Additionally, the Persian Empire later adopted similar cavalry tactics, further influencing warfare in the region.
The first spear-like weapons were likely developed by early humans for hunting and protection. It is difficult to attribute the discovery of the first spear to a specific individual, as they were likely developed independently by different human groups. Spears have been used for thousands of years and have been found in archaeological sites worldwide.
A spear can be thrown at speeds ranging from 20 to 30 meters per second (approximately 45 to 67 miles per hour) by skilled athletes, such as those in javelin competitions. Elite throwers can achieve even higher speeds, with world records exceeding 30 meters per second. Factors like technique, strength, and the spear's design significantly influence the throwing speed.
spear's ARROWS
Traditional Aboriginal weapons used by indigenous communities in Australia include boomerangs, spears, woomeras (spear throwers), and nulla nullas (clubs). These weapons were historically used for hunting and warfare.