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Godinho Montante

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Author: Chris Mineweaser

An interpretation of the Montante section from Domingo Luis Godinho's Arte de Esgrima (1599). Covers Godinho's fourteen rules for the great two-handed sword, simply presented.

What's Inside

Introduction — Overview of the Montante and its role in Godinho's system.

Glossary — Key terms used throughout the text.

Rules 1–14 — Godinho's rules for the Montante, covering scenarios from narrow streets and wide streets to guarding persons and goods, separating fights, and the master's flourish.