12. La Canne (French Cane Fencing)
La Canne, a French martial art utilizing canes as weapons, was demonstrated at the 1924 Paris Olympics. The event featured a single match between Professor Prévot and French champion Beauduin. Reflecting its dueling origins, the sport was both elegant and theatrical. Despite its unique appeal, La Canne did not achieve full Olympic status and remains a rare discipline in the Olympic history. (en.wikipedia.org)
