Videos tagged with 16th Century

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 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 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 guide, informed by Ian McCollum's expert analysis from Forgotten Weapons, details how to differentiate between authentic 16th-century German wheellock pistols and high-quality 19th-century reproductions. It emphasizes examining craftsmanship, guild marks, and natural aging, while acknowledging the challenge posed by aged reproductions that can be mistaken for originals. The distinction between deceptive fakes and honest reproductions is also clarified.

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.

This video, "A Dress To Power (2009)" from the Northern Film School, recreates the elaborate dressing process of Queen Elizabeth I in her Armada Dress. The description highlights the significant time involved, mentioning the use of pins for her ruff and flounce, and contrasting it with the much quicker dressing time for her father, Henry VIII, in his armor. The film was a collaboration between the Royal Armouries education team in Leeds and the Northern Film School, producing short films based on museum collections.

This video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Royal Armouries museum, specifically focusing on Henry VIII's tonlet armour. The armour is highlighted as being rapidly created for the significant Field of the Cloth of Gold tournament in 1520, where Henry VIII famously met with Francis I of France. The content delves into the historical context and creation of this impressive piece of military attire, showcasing a historical artifact rather than modern firearms.

This YouTube video showcases a clip from the 'Armada' film, specifically highlighting exhibits from the War Gallery at the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds. The content focuses on historical weaponry and military displays, offering viewers a glimpse into the arms and armaments associated with the Spanish Armada. It's an informational piece for those interested in military history and museum collections.