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  We as a race use bow and arrow for war, hunt and sport around 600 centuries. Here are some interesting facts about archery. 1. South Korea, so far, has the most Olympic gold medals in archery than any other country. 2. Eliza Pollock is the oldest female medalist in Olympic history. She won a gold medal and two bronze medals in archery in the 1904 Olympic Games when she was 63. 3. Archery is a national sport of Bhutan to the extent that nearly every village has its own archery range. 4. Final arrow shot in an archery competition is called an upshot. 5. Roger Ascham wrote the earliest book on archery in English. It was written in 1545 and its name is “Toxophilus.” 6. “Toxophilite” is an expert in archery. 7. William Shatner (Captain Kirk from the Star Trek) is an avid archer. 8. If, during the competition, the archer’s arrow hits the target but falls off or bounces archer holds up a flag to let the judges know what happened. Archer is scored ...

  There are not many sports that can compete with archery when it comes to popular appeal and ensuring history. It has gone through several generations and still is one of the most loyal fanbases in the world. The evolution in equipment, rules, and techniques indicate the fact that people still cherish the old ways while keeping room for innovation and modernity. There should come as no surprise that archery bows and arrows come in many forms, sizes, and shapes. If you are just starting out, you should know which one will suit your goals as well as your personal style. Archery Bow Types This used to be a battle weapon, which has now been replaced with guns. But that does not mean you cannot enjoy it as a hobby or cannot compete at a professional level. Before you do either, it is best to know what tool you are going to use. So, the following are some of the most common types of archery bows: Recurve Bow Many of the novices in the field of archery starts their journey with this clas...