During the periods of classical and medieval warfare, it evolved into being the leading weapon in cavalry charges, and was unsuited for throwing or for repeated thrusting, unlike similar weapons of the javelin and pike family typically used by infantry. The lances are held with a one-handed over-the-head grip.Ī lance is a pole weapon designed to be used by a mounted warrior or cavalry soldier ( lancer). Norman cavalry attacks the Anglo-Saxon shield wall at the Battle of Hastings as depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry.
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