Modern Pentathlon includes fencing, cross country riding, shooting & one other event?

Mondern Pentathlon incluides five events. Equestrian (horseback riding), shooting, fencing, swimming and running. The idea is that the even recounts what a military courier in the 1800s could possibly have to do when trying to carry a message from the battlefront to headquarters. The courier starts out riding his horse, when the horse breaks a leg. Needing to continue, the courier must run. Along the way, he encounter bandits whom he fends off with his pistol and sword. He must also must swim across a river to get back to headquarters. Probably more info than you need, but your question should be answered now (I hope!)

Modern Pentathlon is an educational sport. This was the primary wish of its creator, Pierre de Coubertin.

A complete sport:

1. & 2. on the physical side - Swimming & Running are the basic disciplines;

3. on the mental side – Shooting requires stress control and a precise technique;

4. on the intellectual side – Fencing requires adaptability and intelligence;

5. Riding an unknown horse requires a mix of adaptability, self-control and courage.

There are actually two events missing from your list - a 200m freestyle swim, and a 3,000m run.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_pentathlon

Craig S - You really know some stuff anytime you are able to correct my girl moglie.