09-05-2002, 08:39 AM
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The last posting by Britannicus is interesting, for some time now I had thought that the "length of chain" as mentioned by Josephus could be used to tie the stakes in a caltrop fashion.<br>
This would be easier than using a number of short lengths of rope (assuming the chain has at the end a sort of hook to "hook" on to one of the links) also the chain would be more resistant to cutting or damage in the event of an attack.<br>
As a re-enactor I also use the length of chain to secure my blanket roll to my marching pack.<br>
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So I would also like to know if the quote could be substantiated. <p></p><i></i>
The last posting by Britannicus is interesting, for some time now I had thought that the "length of chain" as mentioned by Josephus could be used to tie the stakes in a caltrop fashion.<br>
This would be easier than using a number of short lengths of rope (assuming the chain has at the end a sort of hook to "hook" on to one of the links) also the chain would be more resistant to cutting or damage in the event of an attack.<br>
As a re-enactor I also use the length of chain to secure my blanket roll to my marching pack.<br>
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So I would also like to know if the quote could be substantiated. <p></p><i></i>