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Fifteenth Lesson - Dynamics (fencing)
In light of the Olympics, this lessons compares the rules from 1905, 1965, and 2023 just so fencers can better understand the changes that have occurred within their sport.
If I was to be asked if I approve of how the sport is fenced now, I would answer with a resounding 'NO'... but that's just me. It's a game, however, and must be played by the rules. This does not mean I have to like it.
Regards to all,
Vixyy
If I was to be asked if I approve of how the sport is fenced now, I would answer with a resounding 'NO'... but that's just me. It's a game, however, and must be played by the rules. This does not mean I have to like it.
Regards to all,
Vixyy
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It was very interesting to read despite me not knowing anything about fencing. You explained well what corps à corps means within the lesson and then seeing how it changed was easy to see.
Do I understand correctly that at the end you somewhat criticized the manner in which Lauren Scruggs won? ^^ I honestly should watch it myself because I am curious now.
I admit that I liked the most rules from 1905. It seemed simplest and most efficient, alongside focusing on the good form you were mentioning. Actually it makes me wonder why these rules were made longer, since did fencing actually get more complicated with time?
Well, again it was very interesting and have a nice day then. If it was fun to read for someone totally not into fencing meaning it was well written.
Do I understand correctly that at the end you somewhat criticized the manner in which Lauren Scruggs won? ^^ I honestly should watch it myself because I am curious now.
I admit that I liked the most rules from 1905. It seemed simplest and most efficient, alongside focusing on the good form you were mentioning. Actually it makes me wonder why these rules were made longer, since did fencing actually get more complicated with time?
Well, again it was very interesting and have a nice day then. If it was fun to read for someone totally not into fencing meaning it was well written.
You certainly made me smile... thank you for that.
I was not criticizing Miss Scruggs in the least; it was a beautiful attack. As in most things, the thoughts on fencing by the general public make it look far more complicated than it is. Her opponent was preparing an attack, but before the attack could be launched, Miss Scruggs executed a very quick and simple lunge which landed. Consider it boxing, and as the one boxer cocks his arm back, the other steps into him and lands a very quick jab to the chin.
The rules of 1905 were simpler because (drum role please) people back then were still trying to kill each other with swords. Foil was still the training weapon for smallsword, while epee WAS the dueling weapon, and sabre was still in use by the world's cavalry.
Things became more complicated for the same reason it became more complicated in aircraft - electricity. Good form was absolutely required if the judges were to see a hit visually. I have fenced without electricity and always considered it more fun. With electrical scoring, the unseen touch is now seen regardless of body position or muddled actions.
Because of this - modern fencing hardly resembles its predecessor at all.
Thanks again Blaze, and if you liked this, I have a book up on Kindle you should like very much titled 'The Adventures of Sir Edwin Dunfrees by Sir Edwin Dunfrees'. For the most part, if you have kindle, it's free.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Sir+Edwin+Dunfrees&i=stripbooks&crid=1DD5HQOR1CIBL&sprefix=sir+edwin+dunfrees%2Cstripbooks%2C155&ref=nb_sb_noss
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I was not criticizing Miss Scruggs in the least; it was a beautiful attack. As in most things, the thoughts on fencing by the general public make it look far more complicated than it is. Her opponent was preparing an attack, but before the attack could be launched, Miss Scruggs executed a very quick and simple lunge which landed. Consider it boxing, and as the one boxer cocks his arm back, the other steps into him and lands a very quick jab to the chin.
The rules of 1905 were simpler because (drum role please) people back then were still trying to kill each other with swords. Foil was still the training weapon for smallsword, while epee WAS the dueling weapon, and sabre was still in use by the world's cavalry.
Things became more complicated for the same reason it became more complicated in aircraft - electricity. Good form was absolutely required if the judges were to see a hit visually. I have fenced without electricity and always considered it more fun. With electrical scoring, the unseen touch is now seen regardless of body position or muddled actions.
Because of this - modern fencing hardly resembles its predecessor at all.
Thanks again Blaze, and if you liked this, I have a book up on Kindle you should like very much titled 'The Adventures of Sir Edwin Dunfrees by Sir Edwin Dunfrees'. For the most part, if you have kindle, it's free.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Sir+Edwin+Dunfrees&i=stripbooks&crid=1DD5HQOR1CIBL&sprefix=sir+edwin+dunfrees%2Cstripbooks%2C155&ref=nb_sb_noss
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