Tag: North African weapons

Telek Dagger of the Tuareg Nomads of the Sahel Desert

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The Telek dagger holds a significant place in the rich and intricate cultural tapestry of the Tuareg nomads of the Sahel desert. With a straight, long blade and a solid copper pommel in the shape of a cross, this traditional Read More …

The Kaskara Sword: Africa’s Legendary Blade of the Sahel Warriors

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The Kaskara Sword holds a significant place in the rich tapestry of traditional weaponry, particularly in the regions of Sudan, Chad, and Eritrea. For many centuries, this distinctive sword has been an essential and revered item worn by men in Read More …