Chariot Weapons
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A military historian demonstrates how the ancient Egyptians fought from their chariots.
Military historian Mike Loades explores the weapons that the ancient Egyptians used in war. Then, he takes them on a one-of-a-kind chariot ride.
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Chariot Weapons
Clip: Season 40 Episode 5 | 4m 49sVideo has Closed Captions
Military historian Mike Loades explores the weapons that the ancient Egyptians used in war. Then, he takes them on a one-of-a-kind chariot ride.
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