Rupert Davies-Cooke
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Rupert Davies-Cooke
@writeword.bsky.social
Fencing coach and writer. Head coach at UCL Fencing Club, as well as working with British Fencing to bring fencing to state schools. Founder and organiser of the Original Writers Group. www.daviescooke.com, originalwritersgroup.co.uk and Learntofence.uk
Working today with UCL students, for the third session introducing them to fencing. Fencing is informed by history. The etiquette of saluting one's opponent and shaking hands at the end of each bout, the manner of the on guard position. A sport shaped by Louis 14 of France in the 1600s.
February 12, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Is Blysky the social media feed that I've always wanted?

Damn it... each time I write 'bluesky' I hear Jeff Lynne singing in my head...

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Electric Light Orchestra - Mr. Blue Sky (Official Video)
YouTube video by ELOVEVO
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November 16, 2024 at 7:29 PM