Author: W E Fairbairn Publisher: ISBN: 9781783314973 Category : Languages : en Pages : 176
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This is the classic hand-to-hand combat system based on practical experience mixed with jujutsu and boxing that Fairbairn developed to train the Shanghai Municipal Police, and was later taught in expanded form to the Office of Strategic Services and Special Operations Executive members during World War II.
Author: W. E. Fairbairn Publisher: Echo Point+ORM ISBN: 1648371191 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 235
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The classic close-quarters combat manual that offers practical fighting skills and historical insight into the evolution of this self-defense technique. Scientific Self-Defence is William E. Fairbairn’s seminal manual on his complete, close-quarters combat system of the same name. Covering both armed and unarmed moves as well as a variety of restraint techniques, students will find a wide range of easily learnable skills that will be useful everywhere from home to the streets to the battlefield. The material is clearly presented and can be useful to everyone from the light weight beginner to a powerful martial artist. The knowledge you gain just might save your life! Fairbairn influenced the world of hand-to-hand combat as a member of the Shanghai Municipal Police in the 1930s and a trainer of elite-unit soldiers during World War II. He is a modern legend in the history of fighting and self-defense skills and is widely regarded as one of the fathers of modern hand-to-hand combat. Fully illustrated with over 200 demonstrative photographs
Author: Christopher Kendris Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1438068158 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 770
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Always study with the most up-to-date prep! Look for 501 French Verbs, ISBN 9781506260655, on sale July 07, 2020. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from third-party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitles included with the product.
Author: Zoe Erotopoulos Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1118612744 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 1204
Book Description
Vexed by French verbs? Fear no more! In 500 French Verbs For Dummies, beginning French language learners can find a quick reference for verbs in the basic present tenses. More advanced French speakers can utilize this book to learn more complex verb tenses and conjugations as well as advanced verbs with irregular endings. One page for each of the 500 most commonly used verbs in the French language —alphabetically arranged and numbered for easy reference Special designation of the 50 most essential French verbs A summary of basic French grammar that includes verb tenses and moods An explanation of verb conjugation—the seven simple and seven compound tenses, as well as the imperative The accompanying CD-ROM includes flash cards and multiple choice questions with audio for practicing French verb conjugations and pronunciation 500 French Verbs For Dummies is beneficial for students, travelers, professionals, and life-long learners who need a reference to the intricacies of French verb usage.
Author: W. E. Fairbairn Publisher: Andrews UK Limited ISBN: 1781519749 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 146
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The author of this concise guide to unarmed combat and self-defence is a legend. W. E. Fairbairn (1885-1960) spent over thirty years in the tough environment of the Riot Squads of China's Shanghai Municipal Police. In order to lower levels of Police mortality at the hands of Chinese Tongs, he studied ancient Chinese and Japanese martial arts, including Ju-jitsu, and was the first foreigner to be awarded a black belt in the discipline. He developed his own system which he called 'Defendu'. At the outbreak of the Second World War, he was recruited by Britain's Special Operations Executive as an Instructor in unarmed combat and expounded the deadly mysteries of attack and defence to scores of trainee agents about to be dropped into occupied Europe. His methods were approved and officially adopted throughout the British army. Fairbairn also developed weapons and defence aids such as bullet proof vests. He is best known as the co-inventor of the famous Sykes-Fairbairn knife. In this book he expounds his distilled experience of unarmed combat. Fully illustrated, it shows how to deliver deadly blows with hand, fist, knee and boot; wrist, bear- and strangle holds (and how to break them); how to throw an enemy, and how to break their backs; how to disarm a pistol-wielding attacker; and securing a prisoner. The book also contains a chapter on the use of the rifle in close combat by Captain P. N. Walbridge.
Author: Gail Stein Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt ISBN: 0544188772 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 719
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THE DEFINITIVE FRENCH VERB REFERENCE Now mastering French verbs is easier than ever. Whether you're studying French in high school or college, need to become more fluent for business, or want to brush up for a trip, Webster's New World 575+ French Verbs is the only verb reference you need. This handy resource lists verbs alphabetically in every mood and tense, complete with idiomatic examples-so you'll not only know how to use a verb, but when to use it, too. Webster's New World 575+ French Verbs is the best French verb reference money can buy, packed with more verbs and more features, such as: * 575 verbs, fully conjugated in easy-to-read charts * A comprehensive review of French verb conjugation * More than 1,400 additional verbs in the infinitive form, fully cross-referenced * Proper usage examples with each listing * An appendix of irregular verbs * Full English-to-French index of all 2,000+ verbs
Author: Marie-Therese Weston Publisher: Teach Yourself ISBN: 144413082X Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 279
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Essential French Verbs is the course for you if you need help with your study of French. This fully revised edition of our best-selling course now comes with free downloadable audio support containing hints on how to learn verbs effectively. The aim of this book is to help you improve your command of French by focusing on one aspect of language learning that invariably causes difficulties - verbs and the way they behave. Whether you are a complete beginner or a relatively advanced learner, you can consult the book when you need to know the form of a verb quickly. The introductory section gives you a complete overview of French verbs and how they work in the various tenses. Essential French Verbs contains: - full coverage of the main tenses for 200 frequently used French verbs arranged alphabetically for quick and easy reference - examples of the verbs in everyday use, with colloquial expressions and words sharing the same origin - a French-English verb list of approximately 3000 verbs with details of the patterns they follow - an English-French verb list giving the most frequently used English verbs in French with details of the patterns they follow - free downloadable audio support with hints on how to learn verbs Learn effortlessly with a new, easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. USEFUL VOCABULARY Easy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking. ONLINE TESTS Tests to help you keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at: www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of the culture and history of France.
Author: Christopher Kendris Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1506260659 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 721
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Learning the French language is easy with help from the 501 Verb Series! This book presents the most important and commonly used verbs from the French language. The verbs are arranged alphabetically with English translations in chart form, one verb per page, and conjugated in all persons and tenses, both active and passive. In addition, this comprehensive guide to French verb usage offers a wealth of reference material and language tips, including a bilingual list of more than 1,250 additional verbs, helpful expressions and idioms for travelers, and verb drills and short tests with all questions answered and explained.
Author: Christopher Kendris Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 150629359X Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 721
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Choose Barron’s for language learning--a trusted resource for over 50 years! This edition of 501 French Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common French verbs--in all tenses and moods! Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form—one verb per page along with its English translation. Follow the clear, concise instruction, then take your language fluency to the next level with an all-new online activity center. This comprehensive guide also includes: • Lists of synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and usage examples for every verb • A concise grammar review for easy reference • The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest French verbs •Over 2,800 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 models Online content includes: • Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation • Listening comprehension • Four practice quizzes with automated scoring and answers
Author: W E Fairbairn Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: 9781096350910 Category : Languages : en Pages : 132
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This book, by the man who taught them, shows how the British Commandos fought in the Second World War in unarmed hand-to hand combat. It shows how they won their fights - even against enemies who were bigger, stronger, and armed. Brute strength is not required. This book shows you how to put a thug out of action with your bare hands, so fast he won't know what's hit him. Get Tough is filled with clear, graphic line drawings which, with the easy-to-follow directions, demonstrate the Fairbairn System. The author, Major W. E. Fairbairn, was a tough Police officer who spent 30 years with the Shanghai Municipal Police, where he learned ju-jitsu (Judo), Chinese boxing and other martial arts. He was senior instructor to British Special Forces during the war, and was the co-inventor of the legendary Sykes-Fairbairn Commando knife. While in China he became the first foreigner, living outside Japan, ever admitted to Kodokan Jiu-Jutsu University in Tokyo where he was awarded the black belt, second degree. Combining all the knowledge thus acquired he developed a system that stopped the Shanghai terrorists in their tracks, demoralized the Nazis, and probably proved a decisive factor in the success of Allied Special forces in World War Two. This is a must book for the armed forces, civilian defense groups, police, security guards, and indeed anyone whose life may be threatened.The method of hand-to-hand fighting described in this book is the approved standard instruction for all members of His Majesty's forces. The Commandos, and parachute troops, harrying the invasion coasts of Europe, have been thoroughlytrained in its use. Britain's two-million Home Guard are daily being instructed in its simple but terrible effectiveness. The units of the United States Marine Corps who were stationed in China between 1927 and 1940 learned these methods at my own hands when I was Assistant Commissioner of the Shanghai Municipal Police.There will be some who will be shocked by the methods advocated here. To them I say "In war you cannot afford the luxury of squeamishness. Either you kill or capture, or you will be captured or killed. We've got to be tough to win, and we've got to be ruthless - tougher and more ruthless than our enemies."
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