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10th Annual ISMAC
May 22nd-25th, 2009 in Detroit, Michigan
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Montante
INSTRUCTORS: Craig Johnson

ROOM: TBA
DESCRIPTION:
The Iberian two handed sword manual of Field Marshall Don Diogo de Figueiredo, 1651 Master in the Science of Arms to the Crown Prince of Portugal.
 
This manuscript covers the use of the two handed sword, Montante, in tactical situations. The text consists of 16 plays of the sword with a simple and complex version for each. This class will work on the core movements and correct posture for use of the two handed sword, its advantages against multiple opponents and a variety of opposing weapons.
 
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