In this article we look at 10 the most famous swords known from historical records or from surviving artifacts.

Throughout history, experts have discovered amazing weapons, used by heroes and villains around the globe. Large warriors were usually equipped with special powerful weapons, which conquered not only distant kingdoms, but also liberated countries and people from oppression and participated in great historical events.

Sword with seven branches

It is believed that this strange sword was created in the Chinese Jin dynasty around the year of 369.

However, numerous authors suggest that due to the unusual design of the sword, composed of seventh branches, could be its origin in Korea, as suggested by contemporary Korean tree motifs. The sword is mentioned in the biography of Empress Jing, the legendary Japanese empress of antiquity. Following is the original Chinese text;

    “(52nd year, autumn, 9th month, Day 10, Kutyo and others came with Chikuma Nagahika) and presented a seven-fold branched sword and a seven-fold mirror with various other items of considerable value. They turned to the Empress and said, “To the west of the land of your servants is the source of the river that rises from Mount Cholsan in Kong-na. It is a XNUMX-day journey away. There is no need to approach it, but one should drink from this water, and after receiving iron from this mountain, wait in the yard of the sage of all ages. "

Zulfiqar

Legendary sword Zulfiqar is, according to the Shiite tradition, a gift that was given by Ali ibn Abi Talib by the Islamic Prophet Muhammad. Zulfiqar was often depicted on Ottoman flags, especially used by 16 janitor cavalry. and 17. century.

Attila's sword

This ancient weapon, the sword of Atilla, the ruler of the Huns, is said to have been given to Atil by the "gods". The weapon is considered a legendary sword. The origin of the weapon was determined by the Roman historian Jordanes, quoted by historian Priscus:

"When one shepherd saw a heifer from his flock limping and unable to find any cause of the injury, he watched anxiously for blood and finally came to the sword, which he inadvertently trampled while chopping the grass. He dug it up and took it directly to Attila. He rejoiced over this gift because he was ambitious and thought that he was appointed ruler of the world and that through this sword (allegedly belonging to the war god Martha) he will be guaranteed superiority in all his wars ”.

Excalibur

Další a legendary sword, whose existence and origin remain a secret. The sword allegedly belonged to King Arthur. Swords were attributed extraordinary features in many versions of myths and in subsequent stories. The story of Excalibur and King Arthur tells us that King Arthur obtained his sword after delivering him from the rock into which he was embroiled in the magical act of Merlin, who was allegedly the blacksmith of this sword.

William Wallace's Sword

It is believed that this sword was used by William Wallace (a Scottish hero waving for Scotland's independence) at the Battle of the Stirling Bridge (defeat of the English Army) in 1297 and the Battle of Falkirk. After his death, it was believed that the sword was in the hands of Sir John Menteith, Governor of Dumbarton Castle.

Napoleon's sword

The sword in the above picture is believed to be belonged to Napoleon. Was used in many battles. Eventually, Napoleon gave it to his brother as a wedding gift. Since then, the sword has been passed on from generation to generation until 1978 has been auctioned.

Trinity Sword

The Tizonian sword was bred in 1002. It's one of the most famous swords in history. The sword belonged to "El Cid", a castilian castilian warrior who lived in the eleventh century. It was used in the fight against the Maurians (Muslims of North Africa), and then became one of the most valuable treasures in Spain.

Sword of Goujian

Sword of Goujian, Provincial Museum in Hubei. Yippee referred to as an oriental excalibur. The sword is an archaeological artifact of the period of Spring and Autumn China (771 to 403 BC), which was found in 1965 in Hubei, China. Despite being created more than two thousand years ago, the sword Goujian has a blade edge as sharp as on the day it was made, and shows no signs of damage. Such resistance to damage is rare in such artifact artifacts.

The sword of St. Galgan

Another sword compared to legendary Excalibur. The sword of St. Galgan is referred to as "Tuscan Excalibur". This sword was created in the Middle Ages and is embedded in a stone, located in the Montesípi Chapel near the San Galgano Abbey in Siena, Italy. Saint Galgano (originally a devout knight, Galgano Guidotti) is considered the first saint, whose canonization was led to a formal process by the Roman Church.

Norimitsu Odachi

Forged as one piece. Norimitsu Odachi is 3,77 m long sword weighing 14,5 kilogram. It is believed to have been created in the 15th century. Many people remained confused by this massive weapon, which raised questions about who was its owner? And what was the size of the warrior who used this sword to fight? The truth is that Norimitsu is Odachi festive sword. In the distant past, such a sword made a clear statement. Demonstrated that his owner has incredible resources and that he has been created by an experienced craftsman, because only an experienced person could produce such a weapon.