Alfred Hutton Livres

This, the second of Hutton’s books to be reprinted by Naval and Military Press (the other is Cold a practical treatise of the sabre) is extremely rare, for only 300 copies were printed. The author, ex-King’s Dragoon Guards, was an acknowledged fencing expert, who made it his business to know the history of his sport as well as the practical application of it. Here he looks at the 15th to 16th centuries, and starts by looking at the two-handed sword. He continues with a history of the rapier and the dagger, the broadsword and the buckler, spending much time on a detailed history of both development and use of these weapons. He also looks at the practice of fighting with dagger and cloak and rapier and cloak, an almost balletic art much done in the fifteenth century. His next topic looks at the eighteenth century, after dealing with the transition period between swordplay and sport. The plates cover the various stages and movements of fencing, all of which are adapted from contemporary prints created by the masters of the art of the specific time. In all a very rewarding treatment of the art and its history.

Focusing on the bayonet's application in the 19th century, this comprehensive guide details its use with the British magazine rifle introduced in 1890. Authored by Alfred Hutton, it covers offensive and defensive techniques, including lunges and parries, while providing glossaries of relevant terminology in English, French, and Italian. The book is richly illustrated, making it an essential resource for understanding the enduring significance of the bayonet in military history.

Focusing on practical techniques, this 1882 manual offers insights into bayonet fencing from the perspective of a former dragoon officer. Emphasizing real-world application over ceremonial practices, it aims to equip readers for combat scenarios rather than parade-ground displays. The author's late-Victorian background adds historical context to the techniques and strategies presented, making it a unique resource for enthusiasts of martial arts and military history.

The sabre, with the rapier and epee, has been the third arm of fencing for centuries, and also served as the major cavalry weapon. The art of fencing with the sabre is significantly different to the delicacy of epee or the thrust of rapier, and this book explains why. Hutton begins by looking at the construction of the sabre and how to hold it. This is followed by an explanation of the different strokes and defences, and how to combine attack and defence. He then progresses to the more advanced art of sabre fencing, and how left-handed swordsmen should fight. The treatment is in considerable detail, and is as relevant today for the sabre fencer as when the book was first published, in 1889. Hurtton s treatise on the sabre continues with the ceremonial aspects of the art. He also looks at sabre against bayonet, and the French sword. There are descriptions of assocaited weapons such as the great stick and the constable s truncheon, and the book concludes with a look at the sword-bayonet, short sword and dagger. There are numerous illustrations in the books, with a total of 55 movement drawing diagrams.

Anyone interested in historical weapons or the art of fencing will want to own this classic study of swordsmanship in the sixteenth, seventeenth, and eighteenth centuries. Written in the late nineteenth century by a British officer, antiquarian, and noted scholar of the sword, the work was intended to provide military men with essential training in the art and science of fencing.Drawing upon the methods used by master swordsmen over three centuries, Hutton presented the tactics of the ancient masters in a form comprehensible to swordsmen of his own day. His extensive, detailed instructions cover the use of the two-hand sword, rapier and dagger, broadsword and buckler, rapier and cloak, and dagger and cloak.Complemented by nearly 60 illustrations, including instructive diagrams and rare woodcuts of classic fencing positions, this excellent introduction and its valuable information will be welcomed by scholars, theatrical directors, and sword-play enthusiasts alike. The book will also appeal to general audiences and anyone interested in an ancient form of self-defense still regarded by many as an art form and recreational pursuit.

A fascinating look at the history and culture of swordsmanship, covering the techniques and styles of ancient fencing masters from the 16th to the 18th centuries. Hutton's book provides insights into the history and traditions of swordplay, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the sport.

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