Abigail Cambal
Abigail Cambal

As a history enthusiast, Abigail loves learning about the events that shaped the world. She’s particularly interested in the rise and fall of empires, accounts of war and conquest, and ancient and classical history. Apart from being a writer, she also dabbles in fashion modeling and acting.

Latest Articles by Abigail

Heavy Swords: Facts, Myths, and Misconceptions
General Sword Information
Heavy Swords: Facts, Myths, and Misconceptions
Types of Chinese Polearms and Their History
Chinese Swords
Types of Chinese Polearms and Their History
Chinese Sword Fighting Styles and Their History
Chinese Swords
Chinese Sword Fighting Styles and Their History
What is a Shirasaya Katana? – Historical Significance and Usage
Japanese Swords
What is a Shirasaya Katana? – Historical Significance and Usage
Ou Yezi: The Father of the First Iron Sword
Chinese Swords
Ou Yezi: The Father of the First Iron Sword
Katana vs Longsword: A Tale as Old as Time
European Swords
Katana vs Longsword: A Tale as Old as Time
Chinese Sword Breaker: Types and Historical Use
Chinese Swords
Chinese Sword Breaker: Types and Historical Use
Traditional Chinese Weapons: Their History and Use
Chinese Swords
Traditional Chinese Weapons: Their History and Use
The Storied Heritage of Ancient Chinese Swords
Chinese Swords
The Storied Heritage of Ancient Chinese Swords
Types of Navy Officer’s Swords and Their History
American Swords
Types of Navy Officer’s Swords and Their History
Wavy-Bladed Swords: Types and Historical Uses
Bladesmithing
Wavy-Bladed Swords: Types and Historical Uses
Broadswords: Their Types and History
European Swords
Broadswords: Their Types and History
Falchion Sword: Its Types, History, and Use
European Swords
Falchion Sword: Its Types, History, and Use
A Guide to the U.S. Marine Corps NCO Sword
American Swords
A Guide to the U.S. Marine Corps NCO Sword
Types of HEMA Sword Fighting and Its Traditions
Swordmanship & Training
Types of HEMA Sword Fighting and Its Traditions
Modern Swords: Their Use in Military, Martial Arts, and Films
General Sword Information
Modern Swords: Their Use in Military, Martial Arts, and Films
Uchigatana Sword: How It Evolved Into the Modern-Day Katana
Japanese Swords
Uchigatana Sword: How It Evolved Into the Modern-Day Katana
A Collector’s Guide on Antique Swords
General Sword Information
A Collector’s Guide on Antique Swords
All You Need to Know About the Hattori Hanzo Sword
Fantasy Swords
All You Need to Know About the Hattori Hanzo Sword
12 Types of One Handed Swords: A Comprehensive Overview
General Sword Information
12 Types of One Handed Swords: A Comprehensive Overview