The modern version of the dueling rapier, the foil is perhaps the best known fencing apparatus. The teaching weapon for the other swords, it has a flexible blade and is used chiefly for thrusting. The ...

Wheelchair fencing has been a Summer Paralympic event since 1960, but this will be the first time at these games that blind fencers touch swords to showcase the sport’s inclusivity and adaptability.

How did they dress? How did they make their swords?” said Collette d’Avingnon (her SCA name), of Biddeford. In addition to fencing and weaponry, players can take up activities like medieval ...