Why were the 3 Musketeers called that when they were swordsmen?

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Why were the 3 Musketeers called that when they were swordsmen?

2007-01-02 05:14:11 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys

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Because they carried muskets (long firearms) when they were fully equipped in an actual battle, as well as on formal occasions. Muskets being very expensive and modern at the time, they were named for their specialized weapons.

2007-01-02 05:33:14 · answer #1 · answered by Palmerpath 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋

the 3 swordsmen

2007-01-02 05:17:36 · answer #2 · answered by mr.JAW58 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Pricksters

2007-01-02 05:19:42 · answer #3 · answered by Gaspode 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋