Rungu (weapon)
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rungu-weapon-286-15269240
title:
Rungu (weapon)
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A rungu is a wooden throwing club or baton bearing special symbolism and significance in certain East African tribal cultures. It is especially associated with Maasai morans who have traditionally used it in warfare and for hunting. It is a commonly encountered tourist souvenir in that part of the world. Rungus are typically about 45–50 cm in length with a long narrow shaft for a handle and heavy knob or ball at the end in the manner of other indigenous cudgels such as the Irish shillelagh or So
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rungu_(weapon)
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2023-03-24T19:43:20Z
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