Videos tagged with Foot combat armour

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 offers a behind-the-scenes look at the foot combat armour of Henry VIII, specifically item II.6, as it is being prepared for a new tournament gallery at the Royal Armouries in Leeds. The focus is on the historical artifact itself and its preparation for display, rather than any modern firearms.

This entry details Henry VIII's Foot Combat Armour and Tonlet Armour, created for the 1520 Field of Cloth of Gold tournament. It covers their specifications, the impact of rule changes, and decorative elements, drawing from Royal Armouries' expert presentation.

This video showcases Henry VIII's Foot Combat Armour, featured in the Tournament gallery at the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds. It's a short film clip providing a glimpse into historical protective gear used in combat during the Tudor era. The content focuses on the craftsmanship and historical significance of this specific type of armor.