Category Archives: History

Monsieur L’Abbat on Sword Length

Posted on January 30, 2015 by S

If you are considering acquiring a smallsword, then the choice of blade and the overall weapon length merit careful consideration. Smallsword enthusiasts typically use practice épée blades, though they differ significantly from historic examples. Modern épée blades most often used … Continue reading →

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Photos of Veterans of the Napoleonic Wars

Posted on October 28, 2014 by S

Surviving veterans of the Napoleonic Wars were photographed for the final time circa 1858. Mashable retronaut, Chris Wild has compiled a visually interesting post of surviving veterans photographed in full, original uniform. It is worthy of your attention, and I … Continue reading →

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Hutton Sabre

Posted on October 4, 2014 by S

Alfred Hutton was a remarkable individual. A British military man, he served in India in the 1860’s with the 79th Highlanders where his swordsmanship was noted after besting skilled combatants with mixed weapons. Hutton advocated for a codified British sabre … Continue reading →

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The Wallace Collection

Posted on December 14, 2013 by S

London’s Wallace Collection is one of the world’s premiere museum collections. Research Assistant, Francesca Levey, has the enviable task of cataloging the Oriental Armoury and has shared some of her experiences and insights in a blog post. Get a sense … Continue reading →

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Paulus Hector Mair

Posted on October 19, 2013 by S

A wonderful primary source has been published online by the library of Dresden — Opus Amplissimum de Arte Athletica v.I & II by Paulus Hector Mair. Although not French, the treatises offer over 1200 pages of brilliantly illustrated European physical … Continue reading →

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