sling Tag

22 May

In the lush landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of the Mariana Islands, a timeless practice is experiencing a passionate revival. Roman Dela Cruz, a key figure in the indigenous Chamorro community and co-owner of Fokai Industries, is leading this resurgence. As the Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture (FestPAC) approaches, Dela Cruz is set to represent Guam, carrying forward the legacy of his ancestors through...

11:01 / 1008
02 Jan

Origin Of Slinging And How The Ancient Chamorro People Used It [caption id="attachment_9061" align="alignleft" width="300"] How to use a sling // fokai // acho atupak[/caption] The sling was one of the first projectile weapons, creatively developed as early as 10,000 B.C. Slingers played a significant role in the Greek, Persian, Roman, and several Mesopotamian armies, and were also considered to be equal to or more better than...

15:56 / Special Forces
19 May

[caption id="attachment_8910" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Chamorro Slinging[/caption] The sling and sling stone have been a part of Chamorro History between 1500 years to 3500 years depending on who you talk to. As a citizen under the only national flag of the world with a sling stone--I've been fascinated with slinging for a really long time now. But like most other locals, was happy enough putting it on...

23:13 / Special Forces