Videos tagged with Sword History

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 Curator Iason Tzouriadis and Matt Easton of Schola Gladiatoria discussing and replicating a late 15th-century arming sword, reminiscent of the 'Henry V sword.' The discussion delves into the historical significance of this type of sword, popular among English knights, and the meticulous process of its recreation by Windlass Steelcrafts. Links are provided for viewers to explore the original artifact in the Royal Armouries collection, purchase its replica, and support the museum.

This video features Iason Tzouriadis, Curator of European Edged Weapons, and Matt Easton from Schola Gladiatoria as they examine and discuss the process of replicating a late 14th-century Alexandrian sword with Windlass Steelcrafts. The video highlights the historical accuracy and craftsmanship involved in recreating the artifact, providing links to the original object in the Royal Armouries collection and the Windlass replica for purchase. It aims to educate viewers about arms and armour, with a call to action for channel subscriptions and museum support.

This Royal Armouries Winter Lecture features Scot Hurst, Assistant Curator of Arms and Armour, discussing the fascinating mystery surrounding a Baselard, a type of Swiss short sword, that was rediscovered in the River Thames. The lecture delves into the research behind this historical artifact and its potential origins. The Royal Armouries encourages viewers to subscribe for more content on arms and armor, support their work through donations, and explore museum membership. They also invite questions from the audience.

This video explores the rich history and cultural significance of the Katana, the iconic Japanese fighting sword. It highlights its status as the preferred weapon of Samurai warriors and discusses why many consider it to be the greatest sword ever created. The video also includes promotional content for the "God Family and Guns" YouTube channel, their Patreon, and website.

This video features the first panel from the Weapons in Society conference, Day 1. The discussion, titled 'The significance of swords and those who bear them,' includes a presentation by Claire Mead on 'Women with swords: Double-edged depictions' and Dr. Rob Jones' talk on '‘Guy drew his sword. Then he was a knight’: Re-evaluating the sword as a symbol of knighthood.' The session is followed by a Q&A. The Royal Armouries, the United Kingdom's national collection of arms and armour, hosts this event, inviting viewers to subscribe for more content on arms and armour, support their work through donations or museum membership, and interact with their experts.

This video delves into the historical evolution of the small sword, a significant bladed weapon in military and civilian history. It explores its development, design, and use across different eras. The description also includes links to the creator's Patreon, website for prayer requests, and other YouTube channels focusing on history, cars, and general firearms content.

This video explores the history and significance of the Roman Gladius sword, a primary weapon of the Roman Empire. It delves into the sword's design, evolution, and its impact on Roman military tactics and conquests. The Gladius was instrumental in the expansion and maintenance of the Roman Empire.

This video, titled "War Gallery: British Cavalry Sword," is a short film clip. It focuses on the historical development of the British Cavalry sword. The content is drawn from the Royal Armouries Leeds War Gallery. While the title and description mention firearms in the context of historical weaponry, the primary focus appears to be on a specific type of sword and its evolution.