Fighting to Win: The Art of Sword Combat in the Early Modern Period
31st August 2016
Usually, writing about the Early Modern Age isn’t my deal, but it was definitely an interesting time. This was the period in which men went around in puffy pants with rapiers at their hips, ready to duel anyone who ridiculed the puffiness of their pants. And if you’re going to wander around with a rapier, you’d better know how to use it.
‘Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid.’
Remember: Han shot first.