*Unveiling the Ancient Art of Chamoru Slingstones: åcho’ atupat*
In the realm of ancient warfare, some weapons stand out not only for their lethality but also for the precision and artistry involved in their creation. The Chamoru people of the Mariana Islands wielded such a weapon, known as the slingstone or *åcho’ atupat*. These stones, fashioned with meticulous care from materials like limestone, basalt, and fire-hardened clay, played a pivotal role in the history of this Pacific archipelago.
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