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When it comes to teaching someone the ins and outs of using a sword or axe in combat or in sporting events, the commonly held advice is for a beginner to use a weapon made of foam to prevent injuries. In fact, ancient fighters often used wooden-made swords back in the day when knights ruled the land. The thinking was, “why expose a newbie to dangerous swordplay?”Another aspect of learning the art of using a sword or axe is linked to the term “swordsmanship.” In general, this term refers to “lear

Axe fighters were important combatants for thousands of years until the application of firearms to the battlefield. In the past, some warriors would use battle-axes instead of swords during armed conflicts. The battle-axe was not as popular as the sword but it was a staple fighting tool among some historical nations, tribes and groups. Three cultural groups from the past that have been known to use axes included Native Americans (different nations), the Vikings and various Barbarian tribes in me