Assertion: sword's use | /r/HasProperty | widespread
Facets:
value: throughout asia
type: LOCATION
value: throughout the middle east
type: LOCATION
value: throughout north africa
type: LOCATION
value: with examples
type: OTHER
Source sentences:
text: The basket-hilted sword is a development of the 16th century, rising to popularity in the 17th century and remaining in widespread use throughout the 18th century, used especially by heavy cavalry up to the Napoleonic era.
text: Archaeological evidence tells us that the use of the atlatl was also widespread, with examples found in every inhabited continent except Africa.
text: This sword also saw widespread use with mounted artillery units, and the numerous militia units established in Britain to protect against a potential invasion by Napoleon.
text: Though best known as a military and sporting weapon carried by European knights, the use of lances was widespread throughout Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa wherever suitable mounts were available.