The History Behind Seafaring Swords - By: Charles Kassotis, 2009-01-03

Even though battles have been fought at sea since ancient times (the first sea action so defined was during the war between Carthage and Phoenicia in 571 BC), the weaponry used at sea remained pretty much the same until the 1600s. This corresponds with the rise of national navies, especially with colonial powers, resulting in naval professions. Distinct weaponry began to be developed.

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