half-pike 1

noundomain: artefact
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a type of European pole-arm that came into being alongside the pike, used by the mid 17th century until the mid to late 19th century.

  • 1.The spontoon was one of few pole weapons that stayed in use long enough to make it into American history.
  • a type of European pole-arm that came into being alongside the pike, used by the mid 17th century until the mid to late 19th century.

  • a type of European pole-arm that came into being alongside the pike, used by the mid 17th century until the mid to late 19th century.

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