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The Enduring Legacy of the Caltrop: From Ancient Battlefields to Modern Crime

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The caltrop is a deceptively simple but highly effective weapon that has remained relevant for over 2,500 years. First recorded in 5th century BC Greece and Persia, caltrops were designed to stop cavalry charges by injuring the hooves of horses.
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The Enduring Legacy of the Caltrop: From Ancient Battlefields to Modern Crime

The caltrop is a deceptively simple but highly effective weapon that has remained relevant for over 2,500 years. First recorded in 5th century BC Greece and Persia, caltrops were designed to stop cavalry charges by injuring the hooves of horses.

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afnn.us broke the news in on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
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