Why did Medieval Soldiers use HALBERDS?

scholagladiatoria October 9, 2025
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Halberds, bills, pollaxes and similar weapons were very popular between the 13th and 16th centuries, but why were they used if PIKES were more effective? ▼3 extra EXCLUSIVE videos each month on PATREON, which make this channel possible: https://www.patreon.com/scholagladiatoria ▼Facebook & Twitter updates, info, memes and fun: https://www.facebook.com/historicalfencing/ https://twitter.com/scholagladiato1 ▼Schola Gladiatoria HEMA - sword fighting classes in the UK: https://www.swordfightinglondon.com ▼Matt Easton's website & Pinterest: https://www.matt-easton.co.uk/ https://www.pinterest.co.uk/matt_easton/_saved/ ▼Easton Antique Arms - antique swords for sale: https://www.antique-swords.co.uk #archaeology #medieval #history

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