In which year was crossbow shooting listed as the official event of the traditional national minority games?

1986 crossbow shooting was officially listed as a competition at the third national traditional sports meeting of ethnic minorities held in August.

Crossbow shooting is a kind of folk sports activity, which has a long history in Yunnan, Guizhou, Hainan, Hunan, Guangxi and other ethnic minority areas. It is a traditional national sport.

Chu, which originated in the Warring States period, is also called the ground crossbow. It was made of wood and bamboo poles by hand, and people at that time used it as a hunting tool. Because the crossbow is silent, the shooting accuracy is high, and it can be obtained from local materials and is simple. Can be used to fish, but also as a self-defense weapon.

Overview of crossbow shooting:

Miao people have "no crossbows at home, non-Miao people, men can't shoot, non-Miao people." Statement. Crossbows used by Miao people in Hunan, Guizhou and Guizhou are generally made of rock mulberry wood. In Hainan Island, Miao men, like tough "white tea", usually practice "doll crossbow" at the age of 10, and can shoot targets at a distance of 10 meters.

They hold stones or tie bricks with ropes and hang them on their wrists to strengthen their arms. They also aimed at logs rolling down the mountain and shot moving targets. After mastering certain skills, they will participate in activities such as shooting rabbits and wild boars. During the Spring Festival, crossbow shooting competitions will be held in Miao areas. The person who shoots the most accurately will be rewarded and will also be favored by Miao girls.