Jangchang

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Hangul
장창
Hanja
長槍
RRjangchang
MRchangch'ang
Jangchang
Jangchang
Hangul
장창
Hanja
長槍
RRjangchang
MRchangch'ang

The jangchang (Korean: 장창; lit. long spear) is a Korean weapon first described in the 16th century martial arts manual, Muyejebo. The weapon was preferably made from the wood of the yew tree, but other types of wood could be used as well, such as oak and chestnut.

On average, the spear measures about 4 m (13 ft), making it unwieldy and unsuitable for use as a thrown projectile weapon.

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