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 Originated in China,wushu is time-honored, rich in content and diversified
in forms.In its age-long process of development wushu has been referred to as martial
arts, "guoshu",as well as "gongfu" in some areas. The origin of wushu can be traced
back to the early activities of the ancestors of the Chinese people who struggled
hard for survival．During the prolonged cold weaponry age wushu was employed by the
army to subdue the enemy,practiced by the ordinary people as a means for self-defense
and physical training,as well as for a cheerful life.During the process of its gradual
improvement and development in modern times,wushu has been basically separated from
military skills.With attack and defense as its basic movements and the Chinese traditional
culture as its background,wushu has become a sports event which includes taolu and
sanshou disciplines．
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