15th century battle axe Middeleeuwse jurken greenware's popularity increased from the

greenware's popularity increased from the 15th century onwards

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It was a weapon of war for fully armoured soldiers between 1350 and 1550

15th century battle axe Middeleeuwse jurken greenware's popularity increased from theAxes of this type began to appear from the second half of the 15th century. During this period, armour was becoming increasingly effective, creating a need for weapons that could penetrate the gaps in plate armour. At the back, the axe features a spike, similar to that of a war hammer. The main weapon, the axe head, has a tapered, rounded edge that ends in a hook. The hook could be employed to pull opponents off horseback, whilst the rounded edge