What is a catapult and what is it used for?

Catapults could be built on top of a wheeled structure to provide mobility for the device if needed. They could be used for both defending and attacking, and were sometimes mounted on castle walls to defend against an enemy siege. read more

Catapults have been integral to siege warfare since antiquity. Though ancient Catapults were one of the most effective weapons in siege warfare. Various types of Catapults have been used by the Greeks, Romans, and Chinese. The first catapults were early attempts to increase the range and power of a crossbow. read more

A catapult is a ballistic device used to launch a projectile a great distance without the aid of explosive devices—particularly various types of ancient and medieval siege engines. In use since ancient times, the catapult has proven to be one of the most effective mechanisms during warfare. read more