This video delves into the historical evolution of sword hilts, exploring their design, functionality, and significance throughout different eras. While the title and description focus on swords, the channel name 'God Family and Guns' and provided links to related firearms content suggest a broader interest in weaponry and potentially historical arms.
This video clip from the Royal Armouries series "Arms in Action" explores historical martial practices and weaponry. It features "Masters of Defence," detailing the history and use of civilian European swords from 1500-1800 for social status and combat, including duels and fencing. "How a Man Shall be Armed" demonstrates the donning of Elizabethan-era full armor, emphasizing its protective design and freedom of movement, filmed at Bodiam Castle. "Bamboo and Steel" delves into the significance of the Japanese samurai's bow (bamboo) and sword (steel), highlighting their cultural importance and showing their modern relevance through kendo and yabusame horse archery at Nikko Toshogu Shrine. The segment also includes footage of traditional Japanese sword making.
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