| The history of the archery bow is a long and | | | | as a military weapon reached its peak near this |
| storied one. Evidence suggests that it was used in | | | | time, eventually being refined into what is now |
| ancient history in every part of the world with | | | | known as the English Long Bow.Fast forward to |
| the exception of Australia.The early designs were | | | | today. Modern, compound archery bows are the |
| usually constructed from saplings or small | | | | most sophisticated pieces of technology ever |
| branches, with the string generally made of animal | | | | seen, with power and accuracy rivaling that of |
| hide. The arrows were normally nothing more | | | | some firearms, not to mention the unsurpassed |
| than sharpened sticks with a notch in the end for | | | | stealth no other weapon of equal power can lay |
| the string. Specimens dating more than 50,000 | | | | claim to.If you have never shot one you owe it |
| years old have been found, as well as cave | | | | to yourself to give it a try. These modern |
| painting depicting hunters using them.The archery | | | | marvels will take only moments to learn, but a |
| bow was utilized for many other things | | | | lifetime to master. Steady hands, great eyesight, |
| throughout history as well. During the Middle Ages | | | | controlled breathing, and a bit of natural born |
| the construction improved, using a composite of | | | | ability are required to truly become a master. |
| bone, wood and animal tendons for the string, | | | | However, with a few basic instructions you can |
| much more powerful and accurate instruments | | | | begin to enjoy a target shooting experience that |
| came to be known. It was only a matter of time | | | | is very exciting. |
| before it was incorporated into warfare. Its use | | | | |