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Fencing is the art of attack and defense with a sword or foil. Historically, fencing includes certain tpes of mortal combat. Today it is an organized sport for men and women.
The object is to touch or "kill" an opponent and to remain untouched by return attacks. To do this, the weapon should be so held and the general bodily position be such that attacks can be made and counterattacks warded off with the greatest speed and sureness.
Modern fencing includes competition in three weapons: the foil, epee, and sabre. The aim of the modern fencer is a modification of the ancient principle of swordsmanship: to touch an opponent with the weapon, without being touched in return. The armor of the modern fencer consists of a white uniform, wire mask, and gauntlet.
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