Episode 15: How Firearms Became Fashionable in the Renaissance

In the 15th century, guns were often seen as the devil’s weapon. Unchivalrous and “unmanly”, they were viewed with suspicion by the European elite. Within a hundred years, this had changed. Guns were now luxury items among the rich, sometimes in odd, novelty combination with axes, polearms or with multiple barrels. Today, we’ll be exploring why and when this changed.

Today's Guest: Catherine Fletcher link to Catherine's "show notes": https://catherinefletcher.info/books/the-firearm-revolution/the-firearm-revolution-a-guide-to-primary-sources/

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