Trebuchet - Ferrette, Alsace, France
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N 47° 29.475 E 007° 19.104
32T E 373333 N 5261127
A medieval trebuchet on display in the old town of Ferrette.
Waymark Code: WMWF35
Location: Grand-Est, France
Date Posted: 08/26/2017
Views: 6
EN: A trebuchet is a type of a catapult that was probaly invented in ancient China. It found its way to Europe in the early medieval times and was in use in the Byzantine Empire from the 6th century. Until the rise of fire weapons, it was widely used, espiecially in sieges.
This medieval trebuchet stands at the corner of a sports field about 200 meters south of the castle. There are no detail informations available. A large sign next to it just forbids to climb on it. The part that holds the projectile is usually not mounted, but it looks like the machine is completed and demonstrated in action during the biannual medieval festival of Ferrette.
FR: Un trébuchet est une sorte de catapulte qui a été probalie inventée dans la Chine ancienne. Il a trouvé son chemin vers l'Europe au début de la période médiévale et était utilisé dans l'Empire byzantin depuis le 6ème siècle. Jusqu'à l'avènement des armes à feu, il était largement utilisé, surtout dans les sièges.
Ce trébuchet médiéval se trouve au coin d'un terrain de sport à environ 200 mètres au sud du château. Il n'y a pas d'informations détaillées disponibles. Un gros signe à côté de lui interdit de gravir dessus. La partie qui maintient le projectile n'est généralement pas montée, mais il semble que la machine soit complétée et démontrée en action lors de la fête médiévale biannuelle de Ferrette.
What type of artillery is this?: trebuchet
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: all over the old world
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: yes
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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