Description

This source is a detailed manual of instruction for British military infantry swordsmanship. It is the oldest known British manual intended to teach purely military swordsmanship on foot. Four editions were printed between 1798 and 1824, the first three in London, UK and the last in New York, United States. It is a more "martial" text rather than a manual of sport fencing or duelling. Despite the title, it is suitable for learning the art of defence for broadsword, sabre, and spadroon.