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26 sty 2015 · The Kukri in Three Symbolic Registers. As regular readers will know, I have a keen interest in both the history of bladed weapons and vintage postcards. The kukri, a type of fighting knife from Nepal made famous by Gurkha troops serving with both the Indian and British armies, has been one of my many areas of interest and study.
15 paź 2012 · The Kukri and the Katana: Understanding and Appreciating the Rarity of the Martial Arts. Kuniyoshi. “108 Heroes from Water Margin, Hitendaiseikikon.” A nice illustration of the interplay between Japanese and Chinese martial culture. Are the Asian Martial Arts Inevitable?
29 kwi 2013 · Mythology of the Kukri: Sign and Symbol. A procession of men carrying kukris and other blades to be used in the ritual slaughter of hundreds of animals to the Goddess Gadhimai. Source: IKRHS (hat tip to Spiral), 2009. Introduction: The Symbolic Language of Weapons.
Kukri, khukri, język nepalski:खुकुरी wym.: khukurī – ciężki zakrzywiony nepalski nóż używany zarówno jako broń sieczna o głowni krzywej jednosiecznej jak i jako narzędzie. Kukri stanowi część uzbrojenia i heraldyki Gurkhów – narodu wojowników .
Odkryj historię i zastosowania kukri, wszechstronnego noża i broni z Nepalu i Indii, w tym jego konstrukcję, odmiany i znaczenie w życiu wojskowym i cywilnym.
The Kukri, a distinctive and curved blade with roots deeply embedded in South Asian history, stands as an emblem of tradition, utility, and cultural significance.
14 gru 2023 · Discover the art of collecting kukris – explore the history, craftsmanship, and tips for building a legacy. Embrace the legacy of the Gurkhas. Start your collection today.
