Historical fencing

A rapier () is a type of sword originally used in Spain (known as '', ) and Italy (known as spada da lato a striscia''). The name designates a sword with a straight, slender and sharply pointed two-edged long blade wielded in one hand. Known for its elegant design and intricate hilt, it was widely popular in Western Europe throughout the 16th and 17th centuries as a symbol of nobility or gentleman status.

sword fight between two members of different fraternities with sharp weapons

facial scars left by the sport of academic fencing

modern International Medieval Tournament and festival held yearly in Europe, in which a number of nations field a team

the name of an important organization of German fencers in the 16th century

Italian fencer

'''''' is the conventional term for the Spanish tradition of fencing of the early modern period. The word literally translates to 'dexterity' or 'skill, ability', and thus to 'the true skill' or 'the true art'.

Style of combat from the 15th century to the 19th century

aspect of history