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    Spanish Arms and Armour: Being a Historical and Descriptive Account of the Royal Armoury of Madrid
    Spanish Arms and Armour: Being a Historical and Descriptive Account of the Royal Armoury of Madrid
    Spanish Arms and Armour: Being a Historical and Descriptive Account of the Royal Armoury of Madrid
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    Spanish Arms and Armour: Being a Historical and Descriptive Account of the Royal Armoury of Madrid

    By Albert Frederick Calvert

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    The author of this book describes different sorts of weapons like battle axes, swords, gauntlets, stirrups, pistols, crossbows, sabers, guns, and numerous other weapons. The information is structured by sort of weapon, place of origin, and period. The book contains detailed descriptions, illustrations, and stories about the great people who owned the famous pieces of weapons.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDigiCat
    Release dateMay 29, 2022
    ISBN8596547018957
    Spanish Arms and Armour: Being a Historical and Descriptive Account of the Royal Armoury of Madrid

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