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' Home Learning Hub focuses on the tonlet armour created for King Henry VIII for the Field of Cloth of Gold Tournament in 1520. It delves into the story behind the creation of this elaborate suit of armor, highlighting Henry VIII's desire to impress and the challenges faced by his armorers. The content is geared towards supporting home schooling for KS2 English and History students, offering an educational look at historical arms and armor.
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