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Ancient siege weapons in action
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Ancient siege weapons in action
Ancient siege weapons in action -- the Corvus or Crow (top) and the battering ram (below). Date: circa 1800
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1800 Action Battering Corvus Crenellation Crow Siege Weapons
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This print depicts two ancient siege weapons in action against a medieval castle during the Middle Ages, circa 1800. The top image showcases the ingenious Corvus, also known as the Crow, a siege engine designed to enable assaults on walls with crenellations. The Corvus consisted of a long, heavy arm with a hooked claw at its end, which could be lowered onto the wall and secured with ropes or chains. Once in place, soldiers could climb up the device and gain access to the castle's defenses. Below the Corvus, the powerful battering ram is shown relentlessly crashing against the castle wall. This simple yet effective weapon was one of the most commonly used siege engines throughout history. Constructed from a heavy, thick beam mounted on a long, sturdy frame, the battering ram was designed to shatter walls through the sheer force of its impact. The combination of these two weapons was a formidable force to be reckoned with, as they allowed attackers to breach even the strongest castle walls. The use of such siege engines marked a significant turning point in the tactics of medieval warfare, enabling the conquest of fortified strongholds and the expansion of territories. This print serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of ancient military engineers, who devised these impressive machines to shape the course of history. The intricate details of the weapons and the intensity of the scene evoke a sense of awe and admiration for the engineering prowess of the past.
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