I dont feel it does that at all!!! Besides, Im on the opposite side of the fence to that opinion and believe many that were involved never got enough credit. At the time of writting I wasnt that researched into that area (hence why its not an in-depth analysis of such in the book), but know Nam Tae Hi, Han Cha Kyo, CK Choi, Woo Jae Lim, Kim Bok Man & of course Park Jung Tae all played major parts in their formulation .. since the books release many, as well as myself have got togethor to discuss how much of a role they may have played, to which pattern etc. and its all interesting stuff that should be acknowledged IMO.. but again, I dont feel I perpertrate that myth any further in the book or the articles! That said, Gen Choi did have the final 'yeah' or 'nay' on them I feel.. which is different from actually doing the whole creation singlehandedly bit!
Sorry, Im not sure what your asking exactly! Karate (shotokan) was very linear in its techniques, TKD was influenced by other systems as well as Karate (Hapkido for example) and hence circular movements were infused as well. Examples like blocks coming from the side round instead of flicking directly up at the front. Is that what your asking for? I would be interested in reading the discussion you mention if you could post a link.
No worries.. I would be interested why you felt that though.. as it was not an 'intended' thing on my part.
Funnily enough, as a Kup grade, so did I (train with a Shotokan BB) and following the books release, I learnt that much in Shotokan has changed over the years as well.. including more circular stuff introduced (Back piercing kick being a prime example as it didnt exsist in Shotokan prior to TKD's development so Im told), but pre-1950s it wasnt there. BTW, Im not authority on Shotokan.. and only comment on what I have witnessed training and researched for the book.
Cool.. cheers.
I certainly dont feel I am any form of TKD historian, the parts in the book are purely to 'set the scene' so to speak.. but history was never my strong subject. My main aim is to make TKD more productive and practical for the modern day student, to me, everything else is great, but secondary.
