So, what is the connection? I've trained in both Shotokan and Tang Soo Do. Many of the forms repeat and I feel that this is not a coincidence. I have heard rumors that they trained under the same instructor.
With respect...
Why is it so important.. it seems to me that we will never know for sure, and that the constant stripping away of the history does nothing to help the art itself. I've read on another thread, the tearing down of Funokoshi...other about whether their version is the correct growth of the art.....it gets in the way of the art.
The curriculum is what it is, no matter the art.
I don't see as much importance on, if it is the same as when the 'masters' taught it.
If it is effective, then train....