Sparring with long swords and sabres while wearing thick, protective fencing gear is not the type of activity you would expect to see in the tropics. It is more suited to knights on a battlefield or ...

This story first published online at UNC Media Hub. The sound of clashing steel rings out, interrupting an otherwise peaceful evening at Marsh Creek Community Center in Raleigh. People adorned in ...

Popular films and TV series such as "Lord of the Rings," "Game of Thrones" and "House of the Dragon" all have something in common that grabs the attention of viewers — swords. The clashing of swords ...

Ben Kerr, the co-founder and senior instructor of the Palm Beach Sword School, poses with his European sword and holster. The school teaches Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA). Kerr is also the ...

The sport of European Fencing is rich in history and tradition, captivating audiences with its elegance and precision. Today, were joined by fencing instructor Jesse Adams and Brody Allen, along with ...

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To borrow a famous line, the problem with most people trying to understanding the true nature of historical sword combat is not that they’re ignorant — it’s just that they know so much that isn’t so.

The AG Open Fencing Tournament, featuring about 140 competitors, returns to the PARC in Plymouth this weekend. Ars Gladii, one of the oldest schools in North America practicing Historical European ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Brian Tague Sharing your passions with friends can take a lot of different forms. Smashing your friends in the head with a mace is ...