A 19th century illustration showing the change in design of British halberds over time. Otherwise known as a halbard, halbert or Swiss voulge, it consists of an axe blade with a spike mounted on top of a shaft, often with a hook for dragging the enemy from their horses.

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Photo credit: © Colin Waters / Alamy / Afripics
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