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Lesson Aims… To discuss the types of weapons used in modern warfare To introduce weapons used by the Vikings Discuss how Vikings defended themselves in battle Discuss Viking battle formations. VIKING WEAPONS.
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Lesson Aims… • To discuss the types of weapons used in modern warfare • To introduce weapons used by the Vikings • Discuss how Vikings defended themselves in battle • Discuss Viking battle formations
VIKING WEAPONS 'Weapons were not just for battle, but also symbols of their owners' status and wealth.' The spear was the most common weapon for a Viking…
The Spear • Most popular Viking weapon • Iron blade on a wooden shaft • 2m – 3m long • Used to THRUST and CUT
Activity • What was the most popular Viking weapon? • What weapon do you think was the most deadly, and why?!? • What length was the Viking spear? • What was the most expensive Viking weapon? • Who owned swords?
Viking Battle Tactics They would work into a frenzy…THEY WOULD FEEL NO PAIN!!!! AAAARRRGH!!!!!! Thou shall perish under my blade!!!!