Weapon Sling: Projectile weapon, typically used to propel small stones
A sling is a type of weapon which involves swinging a rock round to gain speed before throwing it.
The sling is an ancient weapon which was used in the Roman Empire. A skillful slinger can hit a target 10x10 cm at 20 metres distance. A sling has operational range for some 200 metres.
The most famous user of sling was David, the future king of Israel, who killed Goliath by slinging a stone on his forehead.
In the Middle Ages, Spanish peasants used slings against Moorish cavalry. A hit on the horse's head could kill the horse.
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