MMK6003 - Cavalry with an axe Papau New Guinea These figures were meant to

These figures were meant to represent order

The realities of warfare extended far beyond dramatic battlefield victories

He is best known for being awarded the Victoria Cross

It was officially designated airborne in WWII and became one of the most famous parachute assault formations in the world

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MMK6003 - Cavalry with an axe Papau New Guinea These figures were meant toAxes were especially useful in close combat when fighting at short range. Where this appeared in history Early medieval Viking era cavalry Mounted warriors sometimes used one handed axes Effective for cutting and hooking shields or armour Common in Northern European warfare traditions Late medieval & feudal cavalry knight Knights primarily used swords and lances But specialised horsemans axes existed Used for armour piercing blows in melee combat