The English Longbow

The English longbow is a tall, powerful bow made from yew wood, historically used by English archers in warfare, particularly during the 100 Years' War (1337-1453). Standing about six feet tall, it could shoot arrows accurately over long distances. The longbow was a decisive factor in battles such as Agincourt (1415), allowing skilled archers to penetrate armor and inflict heavy casualties on enemies. Its effectiveness was due to the combination of range, power, and the high rate of fire from trained archers. The longbow symbolizes military innovation and the importance of archery in medieval warfare.