For Week #2 of Black History month, I figured I'd throw out a post on Capoeira. I'm sure most folks know that this martial art calls Brazil home and was originally used by the descendants of African slaves. What you might not know is the role it played in the eventual abolition of slavery in Brazil.
It's an interesting story (click the link below to read all about it).
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capoeira
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
WE OWE THIS MAN!
Maybe you've read/heard of the passing of Bob Anderson. The link below lays out his background and accolades better than I could. But basically, he orchestrated some of the best sword duels that any of us have probably ever seen (Highlander, The Empire Strikes Back, The Princess Bride, the Lord of The Rings Trilogy, The Three Musketeers, etc.).
Had I met Mr. Anderson in his lifetime, I would've thanked him. The man was a master of his art.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Anderson_(fencer)
Had I met Mr. Anderson in his lifetime, I would've thanked him. The man was a master of his art.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Anderson_(fencer)
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