Название: Duelling Through the Ages Автор: Stephen Wynn Издательство: Pen and Sword ISBN: 1526738538 Год: 2021 Формат: PDF Страниц: 210 Размер: 19,9 МБ Язык: Английский
Putting aside Roman gladiators and gun-slingers of the American Wild West, by the 19th century duelling had become the sole domain of nobility, military officers and gentleman, with rules added to make sure everything was conducted in a fair and professional manner. The word 'honour' became popular, because it was the reason why most men would challenge another to a duel.