A New System of Sword Exercise for Infantry by Sir Richard Francis Burton

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Author Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890
Title A New System of Sword Exercise for Infantry
Note Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "A New System of Sword Exercise for Infantry" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a military manual written in the late 19th century. The book aims to provide a comprehensive methodology for swordsmanship tailored specifically for infantry soldiers, challenging existing practices and emphasizing the need for modernization in combat techniques. Throughout the text, Burton critiques outdated sword exercise manuals, arguing for a more effective and scientific approach to sword fighting. In this detailed publication, Burton presents a systematic approach to sword exercise, dividing the content into sections that cover both preparatory instruction and advanced techniques. He emphasizes foundational movements that do not require a sword, the proper way to wield a sword, and the importance of guards and cuts. The book includes critiques of existing methods and introduces novel techniques like the Manchette System and the Reverse Cut. Burton’s intention is to enhance the overall effectiveness of infantry swordsmanship, arguing for a blend of agility, precision, and strategy rather than brute force. The systematic teaching methods he proposes are aimed at developing skill and efficiency in recruits, making this a significant work in the field of military training for swordsmanship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class UD: Military science: Infantry
Subject Swords
Subject Infantry drill and tactics
Category Text
EBook-No. 59336
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 24, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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