Saturday, August 07, 2010

Women's Self Defense, circa 1947

I love these old videos. Too bad those jumper things the ladies are wearing went out of style, I think they look great.

7 comments:

Patrick Parker said...

Very nice! I've seen several of these sorts of films but I think this one is the best.

The lady is named Mary Parker. Coincidence? I don't think so. I've noticed that an inordinate percentage of the greatest martial artists in the world are either named Patrick or Parker.

I even have an aunt named Mary. Wonder if that was her...

Stephen M (Ethesis) said...

In heels. Must have been murder on the mats. ;)

Rick said...

Mats?! Patrick's Aunt Mary probably practiced on gravel!

women self defense said...

Women must learn self defense in order to protect themselves because they are prone to abuse and violence. I think Judo is one the best martial arts that can be use for self defense.

Steve said...

Wonderful video.
Parker your aunt Mary is gorgeous!

Marco E said...

Absolutely great video. Not only does it show good Judo technique (from the 40's!) but the fact that if I had to "eat a knee" Mary's knee would be an easy first choice ;-) doesn't hurt this selection's rating at all. TKU!

Rick said...

Too bad those jumper things the ladies are wearing went out of style.