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Something like a sword fighting technique that needs to be trained often, starting early in life, would not take much to die out - probably less than a generati
by sillyquiet 6y ago
Something like a sword fighting technique that needs to be trained often, starting early in life, would not take much to die out - probably less than a generation of disuse.
And its funny you mention Patton's manual, WWI was probably the last time a sword was considered a practical fighting weapon except in rare circumstances. Even the bayonet started a gradual decline then.
- jaegerpicker 6y agoInterestingly enough, melee weapons are still often used in modern warfare. While not swords but machete's, axes/tomahawks, and a large variety of knifes are still used. I mean your are 100% correct they aren't the main weapon of nearly anyone, they are still super effective in close quarters. In fact within 21 feet or so they are typically considered MORE effective than firearms unless you already have the weapon drawn, aimed, and ready to fire.