Videos tagged with Combat armour

This video explores the history and development of the Osprey armour, a piece of personal protective equipment used by British troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Assistant Curator Scot Hurst delves into its origins, detailing its advantages and disadvantages, and contextualizes its place within the broader evolution of armour technology. The video encourages viewers to explore the Royal Armouries collection further and offers ways to support the museum.

This video features Olivier Renaudeau, a curator from the Musée de l’Armée, discussing a suit of Greenwich armour. The content is part of a five-episode series exploring objects related to the Field of the Cloth of Gold, a significant historical event between Henry VIII of England and Francis I of France. This particular episode focuses on Greenwich armour, with other episodes covering a buckler, sword, foot combat armour, and a ceremonial axe from the Tudor period. The series was created due to the postponement of a physical exhibition at the Royal Armouries because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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.

This content details Henry VIII's specialized tournament armors, the Foot Combat Armour and the Tonlet Armour, created for the 1520 Field of Cloth of Gold. It highlights the intricate design, precise measurements, and the unexpected rule change that necessitated the rapid assembly of the Tonlet Armour. The video showcases the historical significance and craftsmanship of these pieces, including their decorative elements and a reenactment of their use.