“Understanding Greek and Roman Technology: From Catapult to the Pantheon” S:1 E:21 Machines at War-Evolution of the Catapult

S:1 E:21 Machines at War-Evolution of the Catapult Trace the evolution of the catapult, which overcomes the inherent human physiological limitations associated with the bow and arrow. From hand-operated crossbows, catapults progressed to giant artillery pieces able to shoot enormous arrows and hurl heavy projectiles. Revisit a type of catapult called the palintone from Lecture 1, and watch it in action.