How Did Crossbow Fight?
Use by Mounted Soldiers: Crossbows Were Primarily Infantry Weapons During the Medieval Period, but on Occasion They Were Put to Good Use by Mounted Soldiers...
How was the crossbow used in battle?
The bow and the crossbow gave commanders a weapon that could be used to target enemy soldiers at a long range. In both attack and defense, a company of archers could provide massed fire and attack the enemy before the army could get into melee range.
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How did the crossbow changed warfare?
The crossbow allowed soldiers to fire from great distances and avoid close contact with the enemy. Swords, which had to be used at close range, were no match. The discovery of gunpowder led to the development of cannons in the 1300s.
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