International News
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International News
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April 1939
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
The International Fencing Federation, commonly known as the F.I.E., held its meeting this year in Anvers under the chairmanship of its Belgian president, Mr. Paul Anspach. Twenty-one out of the thirty-eight member nations were represented with Mr. C. L. de Beaumont of the British Federation representing the United States.
Questions pertaining to professional fencers and future F.I.E. competitions were discussed. The World Championships were set for September 1st–14th in Meran. The 1940 Congress will be held in Brussels in February, at which time a new president will be elected.
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Canada
The Canadian Championships will be held in Winnipeg on May 15th, 16th, and 17th. American fencers, members of the F.I.E., are invited to participate. Further details may be obtained from Mr. Ted Potter, Manitoba Fencing Association, 132 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Canada. (F.I.E. membership for 1939 may be obtained from Mr. George Breed, 400 East 58th Street, New York City).
