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Using crossbow in full aromour

This is picture from Spiezer Schilling (1480. year) chronicle by Diebold Schilling the Elder, describing history of Old Swiss Confederacy to Burgundiand Wars.



We can see here man on horse in full gothic armour (used in late 15th century in mostly western Europe).

15th century manuscript crossbow image

Jean Miélot French manusript 1401-1500.

 

Crossbow bolts

 

 

Crossbow quivers

Quiver 14-15th century National Museum, Zurich. Switzerland




German quiver 14-15th century




Reconstruction

Crossbow on the horse

Crossbow was also use on horse back.

This is interesting it showes crossbow using on from the back. All pictures are from Hans Talhoffer manuscript, 1463. y..