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Illustration preceding the almanac entry "Duel en Salle d'Armes" in the chapter "Mai" depicting Louis Ringal, seated and in uniform awaiting his lesson with Maitre Vigeant, with Octave de Bancas entering the salle.

Dueling—To the Public

E. A. Dalton at the 1932 Olympics

Portrait of Ernest Alfred Dalton with his weapons at the Olympic Village in 1932. Caption on reverse: E. A. Dalton, fencing champion of Canada in 1932 and member of the Canadian Olympic Team, shows some of his weapons at Olympic Village in Los Angeles.

E. Phélippon

This chapter from "Amateurs et salles d'armes de Paris" by Adolphe Tavernier focuses on E. Phélippon, an archetype of the gentleman farmer who prefers the open air and vigorous outdoor activities to the urban life of Paris. A true sportsman, Phélippon spends much of the year on his estates in the countryside, returning to Paris only to engage in his favorite sports like horseback riding and fencing. Trained by the renowned master Charles Ruzé, Phélippon has become one of the strongest fencers at the salle on rue de la Bienfaisance, despite his periodic absences and a serious horse-riding accident. His powerful physique and strategic approach make him a formidable opponent, excelling in both attack and defense. Although he seldom participates in public bouts, his rare appearances have seen him match up impressively against some of the top fencers of his time.

E. Svalling Fencing Sabre

Swedish fencing sabre made by E. Svalling in Eskilstuna, Sweden. Guard is reinforced with rolled edges and with a riveted support along the center that also forms a small upper quillion. Grip is ribbed, wrapped in black leather and has a steel backstrap along the spine. Blade is marked "E. Svalling" and "Eskilstuna" on the ricasso. Video: https://vimeo.com/517955545

E.I.F.C. Championships on March 22 and 23

Early Provost Diploma from Joinville-le-Pont

Fencing provost diploma for Monsieur Antoine Louis Dusautoir, soldier of the 20e Battalion de chasseurs à pied. Issued by the Ecole Normale Militaire de Gymnastique at Joinville-le-Pont. Signed by members of the exam jury:Hottelet, le Sergent Major Maitre d'Escrime Lagouarde, le Sous-Lieutenant Instructeur d'escrimeRoubaud, le Lieutenant Instructeur chargé de l'escrimeGrellet, le Commandant de l'Ecole normale militaire de gymnastiqueXXX, le Général Inspecteur de l'Ecole, Présideur[B. Lagouarde, listed in 1873, 1874, 1876, and 1877][Roubaud, listed in 1873, 1874][M. Grellet, listed in 1873, 1874]

Eastern Intercollegiate Championships

Eastern Intercollegiate Fencing Conference Championships

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