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The Mongolian bows which have been developed over the millenniums passing tests of time, were used during the rule of Huns Empire, Genghis Khan, the Qing or Manchu dynasty, Bogd Khaan, the People’s governance to reach the present days.
The ancient artifacts belonging to the historical period from New Stone Age to XIX century and modern bows made by contemporary masters are displayed at a bows exhibition opened in the Museum of National History.
Over 3 000 years ago ancestors of mongols had been making the bows using bamboo, with horn on the belly (facing towards the archer) and sinew on the back, bound together with animal glue. As animal glue is dissolved by water, composite bows may be ruined by rain or excess humidity; a wrapper of (waterproof) birch bark may give limited protection from moisture and from mechanical damage.
The bow is usually stored in a leather case for protection when not in use. This kind of weapon has made a contribution to the cultural and intellectual heritage of humanity. Nowadays, it takes 6-8 months to make a bow with a new technology.

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