Siege engine

History of a Trebuchet The trebuchet was a devastating weapon for its time. It could put a hole in a fortress or any strong hold. Some defenders would even surrender when they saw the siege engine being constructed. It has been through almost all of history from as far back as 300 B.C. Although many believe that the trebuchet was invented by the Greeks it was in fact invented by the Chinese to increase their military strength and with strategy. At first it was smaller and much more portable but had less range. It was powered by a team of men pulling on a rope. This was the birth of the trebuchet; it was smaller and weaker but much more mobile. This was its original strength, but as time went on kings and queens wanted weapons that could punch…

hinged) counterweight to launch a projectile (such as a rock or a pot of flaming oil), using mechanical advantage to achieve a high launch speed. For maximum launch speed the counterweight must be much heavier than the payload, since this means that it will "fall" faster. the word 'Trebuchet' derived from the Old French word 'Trebucher' meaning to throw over and was also known (along with many other english siege weapons) as the Ingenium from the Latin word ingenium meaning ingenious device! it…

A boomerang was originally used for a tool to kill animals when there were no guns. The boomerang it supposed to come back to you after you throw it so you can use it over and over. The wooden ones are the original ones but they come in plastic too sometimes. Some are cheap but they still can work. Also a boomerang can be used to hunt and kill animals. Most boomerangs were utilized by gatherings of individuals in Australia. These weapons, now and then called "toss sticks" or "kylies", were…

We always appreciate those who served in the United States military because they fought for our freedom, and who is not appreciative of that? People always hear great stories about military veterans who won medals or executed extraordinary task. Not a lot of people hear stories or firsthand accounts from the regular enlisted or ex-soldiers. Kenneth Brazile Sr. was one of those great but average people to serve in this great nation’s military. He was in the Army way back in time around 1989. He…

have been so intimidating. However, it has continually progressed to improve throughout history in many ways. To begin, back in the 6th century, siege engines had existed, but they were human powered by pulling on ropes which is extremely difficult and complex; unlike the trebuchet which is powered with counterweights and not as many…

Do you know what a catapult is and how it operates? A catapult is a device or technology that helps planes take off the USS Midway when the planes carry a lot of weight like fuel and weapons. Catapult on an aircraft carrier works on steam power. Catapults were chosen on aircraft carrier because they are capable of carrying a lot of weight on a takeoff. The aircraft weight is confirmed by the weight Board Operator. Catapult technology affected the Uss Midway ship because it helps planes take off…

a war. There are pitched and siege battles. Pitched battles consist of a clash between two armies in an open position. A siege battle is similar but one tries to take hold of a fortified position. Different weapons have been used throughout the ages, whether it will be the guns we use nowadays, to the ancient but commonly used spear, or even more complex and rare used weapons such as the hunga munga. Military tactics have also evolved and become more sophisticated throughout the ages. They would…

to disappear; others chose to devour the rotting maggoty carcasses of horses or other animals that were laying in the streets (Hastings 168; Reid 183; “Siege of”). In a like manner household pets-including Pavlov's dogs-were also not spared as people's dogs and cats were fed to starving residents (Hastings 168; “Siege of”). As a result of the drought of flour, several flour or bread replacements were concocted. Moldy grain was extracted from sunken ships in the Baltic Sea; floor sweepings,…

however the surrounding area including the Delaware River was under the control of General Washington and the Continental Army. The British General Howe was desperate to find a way to transport supplies and food to Philadelphia. In order to do this, he opted to attack American forts along the Delaware River. The Continental Army endured some of the fiercest bombardments of the war for the duration of their stay at Fort Mifflin. In addition to attacks by the British, the soldiers endured…

The Confederate’s fort at Vicksburg, Mississippi, was essential to the South, as it served as a key vantage point for them over the North. However, if the Union besieged this fort, the North would have control over the lower Mississippi River, which would split the South in half, cutting off the western half of the Confederacy from Virginia. With such an extreme advantage being given to the prevailing side, and the other a great defeat, the Battle of Vicksburg marks the true turning point of the…