The Informed Martial Artist
Augustus John RoeThis weekly newsletter covers evidence-based modern martial arts history, separating historical reality from myth, and complements the Informed Martial Artist YouTube channel.
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New Research Article
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I’m writing to share that my latest research article about Traditional Martial Arts and MMA in Vietnam has been published by the Martial Arts Studies Journal (Cardiff University Press) and is now available for reading and d...
Chinese Martial Arts and Their Journey South into Vietnam
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Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: A Sad Spectacle or a Valuable Lesson?
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Exploring martial arts history, culture, and combat myths. I’m Augustus John Roe, a martial artist and researcher based in Vietnam, examining how fighting systems are shaped by war, society, and media—and why myths endure.
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