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The Romans met their match when a warrior-queen decided to rebel against the late Roman rule. That brave woman was the Queen of Tanukh, Mavia. Read on to discover what caused her to rebel against the roman rule and the heroic legacy she left behind. Proudly brought to you by American BladesPro.
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What is the khopesh? A by-product of the traditional battle axes used in the Bronze Age, the khopesh sword was used to arm the fierce warriors of the Ancient Egyptian Empire. Learn everything about this legendary sword courtesy of American BladesPro.
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Fu Hao was one of the world's first female warriors according to historical records. Fu Hao was so talented on the battlefield, her husband, the king, promoted her to the rank of general as soon as she married into the kingdom. Before becoming a military leader for the dynasty, Fu Hao was a respected priestess across China and would go on to lead the Shang Dynasty's most important rituals and sacrifices to their ancestors
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Cynane (pronounced "Kee-nah-nay") was an imposing figure with a dramatic effect on world history. The half-sister of Alexander the Great, she lived from around 357 to 323 BC and was a leading warrior of her time. This is a short summary of her large and impactful life.
Whether it's during a film set in medieval times or a modern-day superhero movie, action fans have witnessed some outstanding sword fights. Although there have been many gripping duels throughout television history, only a select few are considered to be all-time greats. Here are the top 10 sword fights in cinematic history courtesy of American BladesPro
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