The Hundred Years War, France. Halberdiers, although not the elite warriors of that time, were an important element in the battle. Protection from the horse, capture, fight at a distance. Plus, like any non-rich mercenaries, these are the most insidious and cruel warriors. In fact, fighting at a distance, they were not interested in living opponents, since they were not a source of income. However, the Halberd has been in service for more than 1, 500 years in various variations. Today it is a bayonet.