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Marseille Sailors

Sailors

French sailors in Marseille who developed Chausson (precursor to Savate).

Quick Facts

Date of Birth18. století
Date of Death19. století
Era18th–19th century
Country of OriginFrance (Marseille)France (Marseille)
Rank / TitleMaritime Combat Tradition
Active Years1750–1850

Biography

Marseille sailors created Chausson in the 18th century, developing high kicking techniques balancing on swaying ship decks using hands for support.

Associated Martial Arts

ChaussonOrigin community→

The Marseille leg game of the 18th and 19th centuries; high kicks with a hand on the ground and slaps instead of punches.