Recent HEMA Demo

Discussion in 'Western Martial Arts' started by Mangosteen, Jan 2, 2015.

  1. Mangosteen

    Mangosteen Hold strong not

    I recently went to the Royal Armouries and was surprised to see that they run almost daily HEMA exhibits.
    The sunday I went had a two handed sword display and explained the history, the attempts at recreation from combat manuals and the various styles of the time.

    I was thoroughly impressed. It seemed to share many principles with other weapons styles but was also great to see such a display when surrounded by armour and weapons from that time period/

    I'll try to get up the video I took
    They explained the mortschlager (spelling?) and half swording as well as italian "flower of combat" style and some other style i cant remember. there was also an explanation on different types of guards and such.

    Was really awesome stuff.
     
  2. Frodocious

    Frodocious She who MUST be obeyed! Moderator Supporter

    I visited the Royal Armouries a while back, when my friend lived over in Leeds. I had a great afternoon, saw a longbow demo and finished it with watching some jousting.

    It's well worth the visit if you're interested in weapons of all shapes and sizes.
     

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