The Private School of Defence is a rare English text offers us a unique view of the English use of the rapier.
In his 1614 text, English master George Hale comes across as a pragmatic fighter much like Silver, but his brief text has some thing of the flavor of Swetnam as well. Though not very technical or detailed, it seems to hint at a solid understanding of swordplay. There is an element of class distinction in his work that reflects his status as a Gentleman. Remarkably, Hale also appears to be critical of sporting notions and public performances interfering with sincere martial knowledge.
The Private School of Defence is a rare English text offers us a unique view of the English use of the rapier.
In his 1614 text, English master George Hale comes across as a pragmatic fighter much like Silver, but his brief text has some thing of the flavor of Swetnam as well. Though not very technical or detailed, it seems to hint at a solid understanding of swordplay. There is an element of class distinction in his work that reflects his status as a Gentleman. Remarkably, Hale also appears to be critical of sporting notions and public performances interfering with sincere martial knowledge.
The Private School of Defence is a rare English text offers us a unique view of the English use of the rapier.
In his 1614 text, English master George Hale comes across as a pragmatic fighter much like Silver, but his brief text has some thing of the flavor of Swetnam as well. Though not very technical or detailed, it seems to hint at a solid understanding of swordplay. There is an element of class distinction in his work that reflects his status as a Gentleman. Remarkably, Hale also appears to be critical of sporting notions and public performances interfering with sincere martial knowledge.