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Thai Boxing or Muay Thai, 1930
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Thai Boxing or Muay Thai, 1930
A page from The Illustrated London News, illustrating Siamese boxing, also known as Muay Thai or kick boxing. Date: 1930
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Media ID 14171070
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Boxer Boxers Boxing Fight Kick News Siam Siamese Thai
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This image, published in The Illustrated London News in 1930, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Muay Thai, also known as Siamese boxing or kick boxing. The photograph captures the intensity and raw power of this ancient martial art, which originated in Thailand over 700 years ago. Muay Thai is renowned for its full-contact fighting style, which utilizes both striking and clinching techniques. The fighters, dressed in traditional attire, are seen locked in a fierce battle, each attempting to outmaneuver and outpower their opponent. The image showcases the intricate hand and foot movements, as well as the use of elbows and knees, which are distinctive features of Muay Thai. The 1930s marked a period of growing interest in Eastern cultures and martial arts in the Western world. Muay Thai, with its impressive display of strength and agility, captured the imagination of many. This photograph serves as a testament to the global appeal of this ancient martial art, which continues to be practiced and revered to this day. The Illustrated London News, a prestigious British weekly newspaper, was known for its high-quality illustrations and coverage of current events. The publication of this photograph in its pages brought Muay Thai to a wider audience, helping to spread awareness and appreciation for this unique and fascinating martial art.
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