Videos tagged with Armour History

A resident knight from The Royal Armouries provides advice and tips for maintaining fighting fitness at home during quarantine. The video encourages viewers to subscribe for more content on arms and armor, and directs them to the museum's website, blog, Facebook, and Twitter for further engagement. The Royal Armouries is the UK's national collection of arms and armor, offering behind-the-scenes glimpses, combat demonstrations, jousting, and expert insights. The description invites questions about arms and armor in the comments section.

This video explores the evolution and construction of Japanese arms and armour, focusing on Samurai and Ashigaru. It details lamellar armour construction, the absence of shields due to mounted archery, the significance of helmet crests, and the social importance of the Daisho (Katana and Wakizashi). The content also touches upon foreign influences and the transformation of matchlocks from functional weapons to status symbols.

This video from the Royal Armouries explores the 'Lion Armour,' a significant historical piece likely crafted around 1560 by a French or Italian artisan. Despite its exquisite gold inlay and lion motifs, the original owner remains a mystery, though historical portraits and medals link it to figures like the 2nd Earl of Manchester and Kings Charles I and II. Evidence of sword slashes on the helmet confirms its use in combat.