Archery and crossbow shooting demonstrations designed to highlight not only the technological disparities between these weapons but also their historical significance in shaping national identity. This encompasses a broad spectrum, ranging from the “besteiros do conto” militias to the specific role of English archers in the Battle of Aljubarrota.<\/p>\n
This program will span across centuries, exploring the differences and evolution of ranged weapons. The traditional exercises of both archers and crossbowmen, including “shooting at the barrier,” will be demonstrated, showcasing the skill of the shooters and the capabilities of the weapons. Several shooters will be placed in the field to conduct comparative exercises among the various weapons. From the archer’s shooting speed to the crossbowman’s shooting power.<\/p>\n
At the end of the demonstration, spectators will have the opportunity to try handling both the crossbow and the bow, under the guidance of members of Of\u00edcio B\u00e9lico.<\/p>\n
The Arts of Warfare at the Castle The Arts of Warfare at the Castle<\/strong> Archery and crossbow shooting demonstrations designed to highlight not only the technological disparities between these weapons but also their historical significance in shaping national identity. This encompasses a broad spectrum, ranging from the “besteiros do conto” militias to the specific role of English archers in the Battle of Aljubarrota. This program will span across centuries, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":9094,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[],"mec_category":[],"class_list":["post-9170","mec-events","type-mec-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\nArchery and Crossbow<\/strong>
\nMay 19, June 16 | 10am – 5pm<\/strong>
\nDemonstrations at 10am, 2pm, 4pm<\/strong>
\nAge 5+ | Included in the Castle Ticket
\nNo reservations required<\/p>\n
\nM\u00eal\u00e9es, Jousts and Affrays – 17 March, 21 April
\nArchery and Crossbow Shooting \u2013 19 May, 16 June
\nThe Nomina Bombers and the Invention of Glory \u2013 October 20, November 17<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"