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Infantry had to contend with other foot soldiers as well as all types of cavalry. An old German book contains images of soldiers training from the 1830s to 1850s. The images included here show an infantryman fencing off a lancer. Notice that when he moves, the soldier's first foot points to the right. This is a fencing step, and implies that there is one more move. He will move his left foot forward next, with the intention of lunging or thrusting.
While not a complete study of German bayonet technique, it gives you an idea of the method and includes great poses for the sculptor to consider.
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Parry right |
Guard Against Cavalry |
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Parry left / thrust |
High thrust |
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Kneel against Cavalry |
Low Parry (Similar to Pinette and Civil War styles) |
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Low block |
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Disclaimer: the fighting methods shown here are for illustrative purposes only. They are not intended as actual instruction in bayonet fighting and should not be used as such. Close combat training is dangerous. It can be as dangerous for the user as it is for the target. If you wish to learn close combat, seek a qualified instructor. One should never attempt close combat without the instruction and supervision of a qualified expert instructor .
