Slingshot

Projectile weaponAncient

TypeProjectile weapon

EraAncient

About Slingshot

Biblical David used one against Goliath. Balearic slingers were hired as mercenaries by Carthage and Rome. A skilled slinger could outrange early bows. Lead sling bullets could penetrate armor. The Romans feared slingers more than archers.

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