Hi, I have some questions about medieval weapons and combat that I haven't been able to find the answers to online yet:
First, I've already found that real medieval sword fighting was nothing like the way we normally imagine/depict it today. What are some examples (if they exist) of movies, TV shows, or video games with more realistic or historically accurate sword fighting?
Did medieval European archers often fire burning arrows or crossbow bolts during battles, and in what situations would they most likely do that? What about poisoned arrows or bolts?
I've read that some armies used to catapult severed human heads into cities as a form of psychological warfare. Are there any specific recorded examples of this being used successfully?
What's the difference between halberds, poleaxes, battle-axes, and other weapons of that sort?
Any answers will be appreciated, and I might add some more questions if I think of them.
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