This video features Olivier Renaudeau, a curator at the Musée de l’Armée, examining a Gothic poleaxe. This specific weapon is associated with the Field of the Cloth of Gold, a significant diplomatic event between England and France in 1520, involving King Henry VIII and Francis I. The video is part of a series exploring objects related to this historical event, with planned episodes on other arms and armor like Henry VIII's buckler and Francis I's sword. It highlights the historical context and cultural significance of these artifacts, presented virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and promotes the Royal Armouries' online exhibition and resources.
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 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.
This video, Episode 5 of a series, details the planning of a Tudor tournament on May 8th, 1520, in Brussels, inspired by historical expenditure records. It focuses on the 'Field of Cloth of Gold,' a lavish diplomatic summit between Henry VIII of England and Francis I of France, aimed at securing peace. The summit featured grand tournaments including jousting, tourneys, and foot combat, and was a significant display of royal magnificence. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, presents this historical narrative.
This video, Episode 4 of a series titled 'Rivets and Rebels,' focuses on the planning of a Tudor tournament in Mechelin on May 1st, 1520. It delves into the historical context of the Field of Cloth of Gold, a lavish diplomatic event between Henry VIII of England and Francis I of France. The narrative is inspired by an archive detailing expenditures of Armouries staff who traveled to Belgium to acquire weapons for the event. The series, presented by Richard Pellande, explores these historical adventures over eight episodes, detailing the procurement and preparations for this significant historical gathering.
This video, "Episode 3: How to Plan a Tudor Tournament, 'Swords & States'. Antwerp, 24th April 1520", is part of a series by the Royal Armouries. It details the historical procurement of weapons for the "Field of Cloth of Gold" event in 1520. The episode focuses on activities in Antwerp and the broader context of this opulent diplomatic and sporting summit between Henry VIII and Francis I, which featured jousting, tourneys, and foot combat. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, presents this historical narrative.
This video is the second episode in a series focusing on the historical preparations for the Field of Cloth of Gold, a diplomatic summit between England's Henry VIII and France's Francis I in 1520. This episode specifically details activities in Brussels on April 17th, 1520, inspired by an archive of expenditure for weapons. The series explores the grand tournament, jousting, and foot combat aspects of this opulent event, highlighting the Royal Armouries' connection to historical arms and armor. The content delves into Tudor power, royal magnificence, and the historical context of Anglo-French relations.
This video, Episode 1 of a series from the Royal Armouries, details a historical expedition to Bruges in 1520 to acquire weapons for the grand diplomatic event known as the Field of Cloth of Gold. The narrative is inspired by archival expenditure records and chronicles the adventures of Armouries staff. The series will explore various locations and events leading up to this significant historical summit between Henry VIII and Francis I, highlighting its importance as a display of royal power and a sporting spectacle. The video also promotes the Royal Armouries' educational resources and engagement platforms.
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