Iron Age Metallurgy and Tools

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The main feature of the Iron Age consisted of complete metallurgical control of iron. The production process of iron differed from bronze because it did not need copper and tin, but it was available to more people (Waldbaum, 1999). The Hittites together with Celts and Greeks learned iron smelting methods allowing them to transform raw iron into robust and lasting tools (Firm, 2009). The use of iron tools including plows together with sickles led to raised agricultural output through improved efficiency (Anthony, 2007). The military superiority of iron swords together with spears and armor gave armed forces a battle-related strategic advantage that helps protect their position in combat. Strategies for ironworking gradually expanded through various territories to shape the future of infrastructure development and construction techniques and artisanal practices.

Iron age Tools

Sword Sword
Spear tip Spear Tip
Dagger Dagger
Axe Axe