This video from the Royal Armouries showcases a rare and historically significant Swiss Baselard dagger recovered from the Thames. Assistant Curator Scot Hurst details the dagger's unique copper-alloy inscription and the process of pinpointing its origins. The description also promotes the Royal Armouries' online collection, Scot's article on the baselard in the Arms & Armour journal, and encourages viewers to subscribe, support the museum, and engage with their content. The museum itself is presented as the UK's national collection of arms and armour, offering behind-the-scenes insights, combat demonstrations, and expert interaction.
This YouTube video features Dr. Xiuzhen Li, a Research Fellow at UCL, discussing the remarkable discovery of weapons belonging to the Terracotta Army of China's First Emperor, Qin Shihuangdi. The lecture highlights the impressive craftsmanship of these ancient bronze weapons, noting that some even bear the names of their makers. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, presents this lecture, inviting viewers to learn more about historical weaponry and potentially support their initiatives. The content focuses on archaeological findings and historical arms and armour.
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