sentence: Crossbows shoot short arrows called 'bolts' which are similar to arrows.
sentences_before: The crossbow is an invention in which the stock, a piece of wood is mounted on two other crossing pieces.
sentences_after: 4th century B.C. The Romans called the weapon 'arcuballista'. Crossbow was a very popular weapon in the Middle Ages as it was strong and accurate and could be used as a sharpshooter weapon. A good crossbow can shoot the bolt with such immense power that it may pierce armour. Against unarmoured light opponents, even a single bolt may be lethal.
concept_name: crossbow
headings: Crossbow
categories: Archery Weapons