WAPENSHAW

WAPENSHAW
   originally gatherings of the people of a district in ancient times in Scotland, at which every man was bound to appear duly armed according to his rank, and make exhibition of his skill in the use of his weapons, against a time of war.

The Nuttall Encyclopaedia. . 1907.

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  • Wapenshaw — A wapenshaw (from the Old English for weapon show ) was originally a gathering and review of troops formerly held in every district in Scotland. The object was to satisfy the military chiefs that the arms of their retainers were in good condition …   Wikipedia

  • wapenshaw — wapens(c)haw variant of wappenschaw …   Useful english dictionary

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