English Swords 1600-1650

An article by John F. Hayward

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How to Win a Sword fight

Some interesting informations about sword fight.

How to win a Sword fight

A small summary base on the web page on top
The basics to know
1)Draw your sword before you engage
2)Relax
3)Keep your body balanced so you can strike or parry without being hit
4)Assess the situation.
5)Engage with care.
6)Have a strong defense.
7)Keep your weapon ready. Generally, your sword should be extended a comfortable distance away from your body, and toward your opponent’s throat, or perhaps his eye.
8)Keep your elbows bent, and close to your body
9)Be sure of your attack, for it is likely that if you miss with your first strike, your opponent will take advantage, and end the fight himself with a fatal blow.
10)Find and maintain a distance based on a balance of your sword and his
11)Remain calm and confident.
12)find the flow of battle and attempt to control it