Lessons in Sabre, Singlestick, Sabre & Bayonet, and Sword Feats by J. M. Waite
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"Lessons in Sabre, Singlestick, Sabre & Bayonet, and Sword Feats" by J. M. Waite is a comprehensive manual on fencing techniques and swordplay written in the late 19th century. The book aims to provide practical instruction on using various weapons, focusing on the sabre and singlestick, while also addressing the unique dynamics of combat involving swords against bayonets. It emphasizes that mastery of these skills is not only vital for soldiers but
also beneficial for amateurs seeking an engaging physical activity. The opening of the manual introduces Waite's extensive experience in fencing and teaching, highlighting his training under esteemed masters and his evolution as an instructor. He outlines the purpose of the manual, which is to improve existing sabre techniques by integrating lessons from small sword fencing into sabre play. Waite stresses the importance of practicality in combat, advocating for a diverse array of movements and methods to enhance performance in both recreational and life-threatening situations. Through detailed explanations and illustrations, he sets the stage for teaching effective sword techniques essential for proficient fencing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Waite, J. M. (John Musgrave), 1820?-1884 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Lessons in Sabre, Singlestick, Sabre & Bayonet, and Sword Feats or, How to use a cut and thrust sword |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Weldon & Co,1880. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| LoC Class | U: Military science |
| Subject | Fencing |
| Subject | Sabers |
| Subject | Single-stick |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67257 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67257-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 26, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2049 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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