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Slings and Arrows - the History of Catapults.

Posted: Thu Feb 27, 2014 10:08 pm
by Murray
A talk by an alleged expert (me) detailing the evolution of pre-gunpowder artillery in the western world from 399BC to 1779 with an epilogue into WWI.

The talk covers the types of systems employed in different periods and why, the impact of artillery on warfare and a few of the men who played a part in the world of artillery. Including Philip of Macedon and his son Alex something, Richard I and Saladin.

Talk starts at 5.30pm at Waikato Museum, Hamilton, New Zealand. Bribes accepted. Talk is followed by a catapult competition the next morning.

Re: Slings and Arrows - the History of Catapults.

Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2014 5:05 pm
by CaptBob
What is the date for this exciting and educational extravaganza?

Re: Slings and Arrows - the History of Catapults.

Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2014 11:57 pm
by Murray
Well damn theres a good question. Friday May 2nd.

Re: Slings and Arrows - the History of Catapults.

Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 12:40 am
by Robert
Coming from Facebook, I keep looking for the like button.

Re: Slings and Arrows - the History of Catapults.

Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 12:56 am
by Murray
Well its an open event on FB so don't let me hold you back.
https://www.facebook.com/events/282116751938090/

Re: Slings and Arrows - the History of Catapults.

Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 7:13 am
by Walker
Robert wrote:Coming from Facebook, I keep looking for the like button.
LIKE