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Two-handed swords

Scope note

Large, heavy European swords extending in length up to six feet and more and having an extra long grip, designed to be wielded with both hands. They were in use primarily in the 16th century by infantry.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300037099

Broader Terms used

<swords by form>

Equivalent Terms used

two-handed sword

Created

13yrs ago

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