Library's review
This handbook was written during the late war, not for Commandos or professional wrestlers, but for the ordinary people. The continued interest in and demand for an illustrated booklet on this subject has resulted in its reissue in its wartime form.
The author believes that a knowledge of
It is a book to be possessed by all who are interested in self-defence.
Contents
Introduction
Ruthlessness
The steel helmet
Vulnerable points
The kick
Opponent unarmed-Wrist release; Hair or clothing held; Stranglehold; Held around the waist; Arm locks; Arm break
Opponent armed-Quick action with a revolver; Parrying a rifle and bayonet; Parrying a knife
How to use a knife
How to use a stick
Ground work
Stalking a sentry
Tying a prisone
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self-defence is a sound investment on anybody's part, and he sets out to provide that knowledge. The text is clear and straight-forward, and the 68 photographic illustrations make misunderstanding impossible.It is a book to be possessed by all who are interested in self-defence.
Contents
Introduction
Ruthlessness
The steel helmet
Vulnerable points
The kick
Opponent unarmed-Wrist release; Hair or clothing held; Stranglehold; Held around the waist; Arm locks; Arm break
Opponent armed-Quick action with a revolver; Parrying a rifle and bayonet; Parrying a knife
How to use a knife
How to use a stick
Ground work
Stalking a sentry
Tying a prisone
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ISBN
873640608
Publication
Paladin Press