This video showcases a late 15th to early 16th-century sword from Switzerland or South Germany, currently housed in the Royal Armouries collection. The sword features a significant inscription with a violent message, intricate etchings of saints, and a surprisingly ergonomic design. The description highlights the Royal Armouries' mission to bring history to life through various exhibits and activities, encouraging support through donations and museum memberships.
This video features Iason Tzouriadis and Matt Easton discussing and replicating a 16th-century cinquedea, an Italian blade. They explore the reasons behind their fondness for this understudied weapon and detail the production process with Windlass Steelcrafts. The video provides links to learn more about original cinquedeas in the Royal Armouries collection and to purchase the replica.
This video features Curator Emeritus Nick Hall from the Royal Armouries at Fort Nelson, showcasing a 16th-century Flemish gun. The firearm is notable for its intricate, mythical detailing, including a mermaid and a wyvern. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, invites viewers to learn more about their collection online, support their work through donations, and consider museum membership. The video highlights the museum's commitment to bringing history to life through various exhibits and expert insights.
This lecture by Joe Tryner, PhD Student at The University of Sheffield, explores the evolution of portable firearms during the Italian Wars (1494-1560) and their societal impact. It details the development of matchlock, wheel-lock, flintlock arquebuses, and pistols in production centers like Italy and southern Germany, highlighting their effect on battlefield tactics and their rapid spread into civilian life. The talk uses the example of goldsmith Benvenuto Cellini to illustrate early gun cultures, examines the appeal of firearms in 16th-century Italy across various social strata, and offers a new perspective on this period by exposing the realities of early modern warfare and the Italian Renaissance.
This video showcases the Japanese room at the Colorado Springs Military Museum, featuring historical items including authentic Samurai swords dating back 600 years. A significant new acquisition is a 16th-century Samurai sword fighter uniform. The museum's visiting hours are highlighted: Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 10:00 AM for a single guided tour each day. The video also promotes t-shirts available for purchase on www.dragonmans.com/store.
This video features Assistant Curator Iason Tzouriadis exploring a specific Italian Partizan, believed to have been imported by Henry VIII in the early 16th century. The discussion delves into the broader history of staff weapons and Partizans, with a particular focus on Bolognese variants. The video provides insights into the object's origins and historical context, directing viewers to the Royal Armouries collection for more information.
This video features Assistant Curator Eleanor Wilkinson-Keys from the Royal Armouries discussing a highly decorated 16th-century Italian Shaffron, a type of horse armor. The episode is the first in a new series highlighting favorite objects from their collection. While the focus is on historical armor, the Royal Armouries' mission is to explore arms and armor, including historical combat and demonstrations. They encourage audience engagement through comments and offer ways to support the museum.
This video features Olivier Renaudeau, a curator at the Musée de l’Armée in Paris, examining a foot combat armour created by the renowned Milanese armourer Nicolo Silva. The content is part of a series exploring objects related to King Henry VIII and King Francis I, particularly in the context of the 500th anniversary of the Field of the Cloth of Gold. The exhibition, originally planned in Leeds, was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, leading to the creation of these virtual presentations. The video highlights the historical significance of the armour and its connection to a pivotal diplomatic event between England and France.
This video from the Royal Armouries explores the historical wrestling match between King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France at the Field of Cloth of Gold in 1520. Chris and Lauren from the York School of Defence reconstruct how the match might have unfolded, drawing upon their understanding of historical texts and martial arts. The event itself was a lavish diplomatic summit intended to solidify peace between the two nations, featuring numerous tournaments and displays of power and wealth. The video links to additional resources about Tudor power and the Royal Armouries.
This video, "Episode 8: How to Plan a Tudor Tournament 1520, 'Deadlines and Destinies' Calais, 29th May 1520," details the procurement of weapons for the Field of Cloth of Gold. Inspired by historical expenditure records, it follows the journey of Royal Armouries staff to Belgium in 1520. The Field of Cloth of Gold was a lavish diplomatic summit and tournament between Henry VIII of England and Francis I of France, aimed at solidifying peace. The episode is part of a series presented by Richard Pellande, chronicling these historical adventures, and highlights the opulent diplomatic and sporting event.
This YouTube video from the Royal Armouries' Home Learning Hub explores historical crimes and punishments from the 1500s to the 1700s. It highlights severe penalties like branding and dismemberment, contrasting them with modern-day punishments. The video also touches upon unusual historical offenses such as gossiping, religious dissent, reading banned books, and specific clothing choices. It encourages viewers to explore artifacts in the Royal Armouries' collection related to these punishments and directs them to a downloadable 'Crime & Punishment Learners Pack' on their Home Learning Hub. The content is designed for KS2 History and KS2 Literature, and supports teachers and parents with homeschooling resources.
This video, Episode 7 of a series by the Royal Armouries, details the planning of a Tudor tournament, focusing on the procurement of weapons for the Field of Cloth of Gold in Brussels on May 22nd, 1520. Inspired by historical expenditure records, the episode recounts the adventures of Armouries staff traveling to what is now Belgium. The Field of Cloth of Gold was a significant diplomatic event between Henry VIII and Francis I, marked by extravagant displays and grand tournaments.
