History of Hunting part 1

 Before the beginning of civilizations, the human race survived thanks to its theft and hunting skills. The men carried out daily hunts to put food on the table for their families. Unlike today, all hunting was to survive and nothing for sport. From the bones to the skins, all the materials obtained from the slaughter were used. Occasionally, the skulls were kept as decorations or as symbols of the clan or family group. It was also a method to determine the bravest, although this mentality became more frequent in later times.


 As life became more organized and civilizations really began, the role of the hunters was refined. Agriculture became a primary source of food. There was a need for people with varied abilities. New occupations arose, such as craftsmen, weavers and merchants, so that everyone could have access to everything they needed; therefore, hunting also became a task only for those who were more fit for the profession. This was also the point when hunting came to be recognized as a sport. The animals were captured alive for sale or gladiatorial competitions by the Roman civilization. Over time, sport hunting saw a paradigm shift and served as the basis for modern competitions.
 In the Middle Ages, after the growth of civilization, the first real restriction to hunting was imposed: hunting was not done in the King's forest. Although it was a primary mode of survival for many, the man eventually progressed from relying on logging to cultivating his own farms and plantations. Ultimately, hunting became the leisure activity for the nobility during the period and was used to establish a hierarchy in society. The popular weapons used were different forms of slings and spears. Weapons were also developed, although it had not reached its potential as it is today.
 With the beginning of the industrial era, the evolution of the machines produced great changes in this sport. Large farms became very popular. The practice of hunting wild animals was beaten, and degraded to a part-time activity. Archery, which was primarily a hunting method, eventually became a test to determine strength and hand-eye coordination.



 
 

Current scenario

 Hunting as a sport has received the highest criticism in the last two centuries and, therefore, regulations have been imposed to prevent endangered animals from becoming extinct. However, these restrictions have not prevented manufacturers from creating a wide variety of weapons for hunting. Weapons and special equipment are designed for hunting of different animals. E.g. Elk hunting has different supplies than those needed for deer hunting.

Note: This is part 1 in part 2 series.