Why was archery created?

Answer 1

Archery is one of the oldest arts still practised. This history will not only take you through a journey on the evolution of archery, but also through the history of mankind. Evidence of ancient archery has been found throughout the world.

Although archery probably dates to the Stone Age (around 20'000 BC), the earliest people known to have used bows and arrows were the ancient Egyptians, who adopted archery at least 5000 years ago for purposes of hunting and warfare.

In China, archery dates back to the Shang dynasty (1766-1027 BC). A war chariot of that time carried a three-man team : driver, lancer and archer. During the ensuing Zhou (Chou) dynasty (1027-256 BC) nobles at court attended sport archery tournaments that were accompanied by music and interspersed with elegant salutations.

Answer 2

The bow and arrow was a significant as the wheel and impacted the history of man . Stone arrow heads have been found in Africa and to dated 25,000 BC. As far back as 9,000 BC hunters used flint for arrowheads. The bow and arrow were important to the Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, Africans, Asians, and Europeans to the Americas. Today there is an Olympic sport of Archery.

The development of the bow and arrow probably occurred along with the spear. The spear required closer range than the bow. The bow could effectively kill an animal while giving safety to the hunter. It is also the same idea that made the bow and arrow a deadly tool for war.

Answer 3

History doesn't tell us how, but the use was for hunting. The use of the bow/arrow has been around for at least 10,000 years.

Answer 4

because it is a challenge better than a rifle

Answer 5

Because shooting a rabbit was the first fast food.