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How Richard King die?
He was shot by a crossbow bolt laying siege to a castle in France in 1199.
What is the difference between a longbow and a crossbow?
The Crossbow bolt has more effect against armour at close range, but it is much slower to reload and has less range. As a mass of weapons the longbow is much more effective. Thus one crossbow is probably the better weapon, but if you had say 100 of each then the longbow is better because they could fire more shots at greater range. Certainly that's what Crecy in 1346 would suggest. The most skilled of the English Longbowmen could fire 8-10 shots a minute: the most skilled of crossbowmen could manage only 1 round every minute: most required a minute and a half to fire each round. Although both has their strengths, as pointed out above, the reason the Crossbow became popular over the logbow is mainly because the crossbow was so much easier to use: it took years and years to become proficient in the longbow (English people started their training as young boys) while the crossbow could be mastered quickly: it was a matter of point and shoot. It was the considerable experience/practice vs little experience/practice requirements that eventually saw a more widespread use of the crossbow.
Who killed Richard the 1?
Richard the Lionheart was mortally wounded by a crossbow bolt during the siege of Château de Châlus in France on April 26, 1199. The bolt was fired by a French knight named Bertrand de Gourdon. Richard later died from the infection caused by the wound, marking the end of his reign as king.
Is a 'crossbow' really a bow?
CrossbowFor practical purposes, yes, a crossbow is really a bow. It uses a short arrow, technically called a bolt, by means of the spring action caused by releasing the tension on the crossbow's limbs. The "bow" of the crossbow is called a "prod".It differs from a traditional bow however, in that it can be drawn before it is needed and kept ready to use for a considerable period of time. Holding a "regular" bow, such as a self-bow, longbow, recurve, or compound bow at full draw for any length of time may not be feasible, depending on draw weight. Traditional bows (recurves, longbows, etc), unlike modern compound bows, often do not have sights while modern crossbows do; this, coupled with the fact that it doesn't cause a lot of strain on the shooter to hold the crossbow at a full draw, makes it easier for an unskilled individual to use the weapon. The crossbow can be cocked either manually by simply pulling the string back, or by mechanical means - which means handicapped persons can use crossbows in those states which allow their use. Most crossbows sold today have about the same arrow speed as compounds: about 330 - 350 ft/sec.While the crossbow is a bow, it offers a great advantage over Traditional bows. It should also be noted, so does the modern compound bow. In the 1970's there was a debate whether or not compound bows should be allowed for hunting. State-by-State, compound bows were allowed, and today more than 80% of all bow hunters use compound bows; this is an approximation, of course, as the use of Traditional bows (and arrows) has been increasing. Overall, the acceptance of compounds has been good for archery. Now with more and more crossbows being sold, crossbow hunters are asking why they can not also be included in the archery season, because compounds and crossbows have such similar performance.The answer to that question is that the modern crossbow is so easy to use; some claim that it is more like using a rifle than a bow. Modern crossbows tend to incorporate the camming (the "wheels" at the ends of the bow-limbs) which makes the compound bow easier to use than Traditional bows.The Chinese developed a repeating crossbow, where a new bolt would drop onto the rails of the crossbow each time the string (called a "cable", due to its thickness) was pulled back to the "ready" position (cocked, ready to use). The real trick would be to keep the bolt-hopper loaded - and have each bolt facing the correct direction in the hopper.During the Middle Ages, the crossbow was taken to sometimes extreme designs. Weapons such as the Arbalest and the ballista are basically over-sized crossbows. Of course, crossbows were also slightly simpler in design back then; see the weblink ("Torneo della Balestra") under "Related Links" for some photos of (possibly)the oldest-surviving Crossbow Society in the Modern World.Persons interested in hunting with (modern)crossbows should contact The American Crossbow Federation, Box 251, Glenwood, MN 56334
What were the circumstances surrounding Richard Lionheart's death?
Richard Lionheart, also known as King Richard I of England, died in 1199 from a wound he received during a siege in France. He was hit by a crossbow bolt and the wound became infected, leading to his death.
Can a crossbow shoot flaming arrows?
Yes. Coat bolt Head in flammable accelerate or use the medieval method.
What is the difference between a 2117 crossbow bolt and a 2216 crossbow bolt?
the difference between a 2117 crossbow bolt and a 2216 crossbow is 99
What is another name for an arrow fired from a cross bow?
a BOLT is SHOT from a crossbow, you FIRE a GUN, you SHOOT a bow
What is fired from a crossbow?
A arrow/bolt that is made to fit the crossbow.
Can the bolt be longer than the crossbow?
No, the bolt should not be longer than the crossbow. A bolt that is too long can lead to safety issues, such as improper loading or potential damage to the crossbow. Additionally, it may affect the accuracy and performance of the shot. Ideally, bolts should be appropriately sized to match the specifications of the crossbow for optimal use.
How fast is a crossbow bolt?
A crossbow bolt typically travels at speeds ranging from 300 to 400 feet per second (fps), depending on the type of crossbow and the weight of the bolt. High-performance crossbows can even exceed these speeds, reaching up to 500 fps. The speed can be influenced by factors such as the draw weight of the crossbow, the design of the bolt, and the type of bowstring used. Overall, crossbow bolts are significantly faster than traditional arrows shot from a compound or recurve bow.
How do you safely uncock a crossbow?
To safely uncock a crossbow, point the loaded crossbow at the ground (soil is safer that concrete). Remove the bolt. Firing the unloaded crossbow is probably the easiest method to uncock as the pressure could be quite powerful.
Do you cock a crossbow while on safety or while on fire?
Cock a crossbow while on safety. That way you won't accidentally release it while placing the bolt.
What does a crossbow do?
A crossbow fires ammunition called bolts or quarrels using a stock and a holding mechanism that when released, fires the bolt.
Is crossbow a bow or firearm or separated from these?
It's both. A crossbow is a modified version of the simple bow. It is also classified as a firearm because it fires a projectile (the arrow or bolt).
What is shot from a thin bow?
A crossbow arrow is called a Bolt or a Quarrelx
How Richard King die?
He was shot by a crossbow bolt laying siege to a castle in France in 1199.
