2. The Longbow
The longbow, a powerful weapon approximately 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length, was pivotal in English victories during the Hundred Years’ War, notably at the Battle of Agincourt in 1415. English archers, requiring years of training, could unleash deadly volleys that decimated armored knights, forever changing medieval warfare strategies. The longbow’s effectiveness led to shifts in force composition and battlefield tactics. Read about it on History Extra.
