Long a vital sourcebook of information on the military history of India, this excellently illustrated volume provides factual accounts of events ranging from the earliest invasions of the subcontinent in 200 b.c. to the First Burmese War in 1824. A shorter section of the book includes detailed information on Arabian and Persian arms and Japanese armor. Illustrations and notes describe helmets, daggers, sabers, maces, blowpipes, and other weapons--all grouped according to geographical areas. A comprehensive reference for enthusiasts of arms, armor, and military history. New Introduction. 350 halftones and line illustrations.Handle, 12i- in. long, inlaid with diaper floral pattern. ... Mask of papier macho*. ... Silver-gilt pattern of dragon, floral decorations engraved on it Name and crest of Daimio, to whose retainer it belonged, also engraved on it Butt of light-colouredanbsp;...
Title | : | Indian and Oriental Arms and Armour |
Author | : | Earl Wilbraham Egerton Egerton |
Publisher | : | Courier Corporation - 2002 |
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