The author has been an ardent student of self defense in all of its branches for a great number of years.

In the course of these studies he received expert instruction in the art of Chinese "Boxing" from one of the retainers of the late Dowager Empress.

He received special instruction in Foil and Dagger fighting from several of the finest instructors in the Far East. Although a non–resident of Japan, he was admitted to Kodokan Jui–Jitsu University, where he was eventually awarded the Black Belt (NIDAN) = Second Degree.

During his career he has held appointments as Chief Instructor in Close Combat Fighting to the Shanghai Municipal Police, British Commandos and the Office of Strategic Services, U.S.A. Combing all this knowledge, plus practical experience gained during over 2,000 Riot Calls in Shanghai, he is now publishing his latest book on Knife Fighting.

This manual describes methods developed and practiced over a number of years and in spite of their un–orthodoxy, they have stood up to the practical test during World War II in the Far East and elsewhere.

A "must read" book for all men serving in the Armed Forces.