The Zulu battle-axe

Authors

  • T. Maggs Natal Museum

Abstract

Little attention has been given previously to the occurrence of battle-axes in precolonial Natal. The accepted view has been that they were a late introduction from neighbouring areas. This paper provides a variety of evidence for greater antiquity in the region and demonstrates that the battle-axe had a cultural status of greater significance than its mere function as a hunting or fighting weapon.

To cite this paper: Maggs, T. 1993. The Zulu battle-axe. Natal Museum Journal of Humanities 5: 175-88.

Published

2021-02-05

How to Cite

Maggs, T. (2021). The Zulu battle-axe. Southern African Humanities, 5, 175–88. Retrieved from https://sahumanities.org/index.php/sah/article/view/398

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