A new study has demonstrated that the atlatl (i.e. spear thrower) functions as an 'equalizer', a finding which supports women's potential active role as prehistoric hunters. A new study led by ...

Stone Age people in Belgium were hunting with spear-throwers more than 30,000 years ago — the earliest known evidence of such a weapon in Europe, a new study suggests. After investigating more than ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The ancient weapons include notched ends for the darts of a spear thrower, or atlatl; the ...

Tucked deep within a West Texas cave, archaeologists discovered what is likely the oldest intact weapon system ever found in North America. The roughly 6,500-year-old pieces include spear shafts, dart ...

Atlatls date back nearly 20,000 years Missouri hunters have been allowed to use the ancient tool since 2010 Instincts can kick in when throwing a dart using an atlatl The atlatl is not just a fun word ...

In this video, learn about primitive weapon-making with a focus on crafting a spear. Discover the techniques and materials used in the process and understand how a spear can be an essential tool in ...

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The researchers say their study pushes back the dates for the use of spear-throwers in Europe by more than 10,000 years. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...