In this episode I share research that points to the origins of the first fencing guild to be given Imperial privileges during the renaissance era in Germany.  I also talk about their functions as instructors of the fencing arts and the  certification authority for Masters of the Longsword. Revealing fechtschulen poems, and apprenticeship papers are also shared.  Hope you will give it a listen and be sure to check back here for more episodes detailng the other official fencing guilds of the German Renaissance.  Thank you