Arms and Armor of the Pilgrims 1620-1692

Arms and Armor of the Pilgrims 1620-1692 by Harold L. Peterson offers an insightful exploration into the weaponry and defensive gear used by the Pilgrims the early settlers of New England during the 17th century. This detailed work provides a thorough understanding of the types of arms and armor these pioneers employed shedding light on their military preparedness survival strategies and interactions with both indigenous peoples and European adversaries.Peterson's work begins by examining the evolution of arms and armor as the Pilgrims prepared to face the challenges of establishing a colony in the New World. The settlers many of whom were from different regions of Europe brought with them a variety of military tools and tactics. The book delves into the specifics of firearms swords pikes and other weapons commonly carried by the Pilgrims during the early years of the Plymouth Colony and its subsequent growth.