I am looking for some things about the Alammani tribes, that latter became northern Switzerland, and southern Germany. Kinda curious on whether throw weapons were used much., what were their swords like?

I have traced my heritage through Switzerland and the Alammani, and I would like to learn western style fencing. Sorry, for all the questions but I have a huge intrest in learning the aspects, of my past I guess.

Thanks for any help.

I don't have too much specifically about the Alammani, but they were likely to have armour/weapons similar to the other Germanic tribes like the Franks. You might have some luck looking up there weapons/armour, as they kinda became the victor in that area.

Sorry for the nitpicking, but the guys are called "Allamanni", or "Allemannen" meaning simply all men. :)
Concerning their weapons: the usual Spathas and sax-knifes. The fencing techniques of this time have not survived meaning they were not recorded.

I think you will find plenty of interesting information here:

http://www.nordicus.ch/nordicusprojects.html

The above website is all about the Alamanni and their "kit" so to speak.


Additonally, for a written reference pick yourself up a copy of the Osprey book , Germanic Warrior 236-568AD. They have a full color plate devoted to the Alamanni. Some nice pics on Swords, Shield and Axe. Well worth the money.

Sincerely,

Norlyn