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falcata
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Within Vinony's link graph, falcata is referenced by 158 other articles, and connects out to rapier, bolo and khanjali.
It is catalogued under topics including Ancient European swords, Edged and bladed weapons and Iberian weapons.
Its subject is documented across 20 Wikipedia language editions.
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- Shape
- Origin
- Quality and manufacture
- Ornamental and liturgical uses
- In ancient texts
- See also
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thumb|94px|right|Iberian falcata
The falcata is a type of sword typical of pre-Roman Iberia. The falcata was used to great effect for warfare in the ancient Iberian Peninsula, and is firmly associated with the southern Iberian tribes, among other ancient peoples of Hispania. It was highly prized by the ancient general Hannibal, who equipped Carthaginian troops with it during the Second Punic War.
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