Publisher's Synopsis
""A New System Of Sword Exercise: With A Manual Of The Sword For Officers"" is a book written by Matthew J. O'Rourke in 1872. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of sword fighting, intended for use by officers in the military. It presents a new and innovative system of sword exercise, which combines elements of both fencing and military sword fighting techniques. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of sword fighting, including footwork, parrying, thrusting, and cutting. The manual also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams, as well as instructions for practicing and perfecting each technique. Overall, ""A New System Of Sword Exercise"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art of sword fighting, and a must-read for military officers and sword enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
