# Scythian Warfare — WHE Definition Discussion

**URL:** <https://community.worldhistory.org/t/scythian-warfare-whe-definition-discussion/5860>\
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**Created:** [February 21, 2022, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.worldhistory.org/t/scythian-warfare-whe-definition-discussion/5860 "2022-02-21T17:02:11Z")\
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**Post date:** [February 21, 2022, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.worldhistory.org/t/scythian-warfare-whe-definition-discussion/5860/1 "2022-02-21T17:02:11Z")

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Scythian warfare used state-of-the-art recurve bows and hit-and-run tactics against set infantry formations. Working from nimble horses, Scythian warriors could unleash a cloud of lethal arrows. Known, too, for their innovative use of scale armor, they also fought hand-to-hand with shield and sword. Dominating the steppe of Central Asia between the 7th and 3rd centuries BCE, the nomadic Scythians were indeed formidable.

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_This is a companion discussion topic for the original content at [https://www.worldhistory.org/Scythian\_Warfare/](https://www.worldhistory.org/Scythian_Warfare/)._

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**Post date:** [July 29, 2026, 1:32am UTC](https://community.worldhistory.org/t/scythian-warfare-whe-definition-discussion/5860/2 "2026-07-29T01:32:12Z")

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