Falklands 40: Returning Home

This video explores the 'Standing with Giants' art installation at Fort Nelson, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Falklands War. The installation features 258 silhouettes honoring fallen taskforce members and civilians. The video highlights Portsmouth's crucial role in the war, from preparing ships to emotional homecomings, and places the art in context with the museum's 'Falklands 40: What Portsmouth Saw' exhibition. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, invites viewers to learn more about their collection and support their work.

This video features an interview with Dan Barton, founder of the 'Standing with Giants' art installation at Fort Nelson. The installation commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Falklands War, highlighting Portsmouth's crucial role in preparing ships and welcoming troops home. The exhibition is contextualized by the museum's 'Falklands 40: What Portsmouth Saw' display, which includes personal stories and media from the war. The video also touches on the Royal Armouries' broader mission of bringing arms and armor history to life.

This video commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Falklands War, featuring interviews with ten British veterans who recount their experiences during the conflict and their return home. It highlights personal stories and memories, some of which will be featured in an upcoming exhibition at Fort Nelson. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, presents this content, offering behind-the-scenes glimpses and expert insights.

This video explores the historical significance of D-Day from the perspective of Portsmouth residents who experienced it. It highlights an exhibition at Fort Nelson featuring the planning of Operation Overlord, the events of D-Day, and the aftermath. The exhibition also includes silhouettes of local individuals alongside wartime artifacts from the Royal Armouries collection, with a new museum trail. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, encourages viewers to subscribe for more content on arms and armour, and offers support through donations and membership.

This video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the preparation of the "D-Day: A Portsmouth Story" exhibition at Fort Nelson, marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The exhibition features figures by Standing with Giants and focuses on the emotional and surprising work involved in its creation. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, highlights its work and invites viewers to learn more about history, combat, and their collection.

This video offers a tour of the exterior of the Royal Armouries at Fort Nelson in Portsmouth. While the description doesn't mention specific firearms, the location itself is a historic military site that houses significant collections of arms and armor. Therefore, tags related to historical firearms, military history, and the Royal Armouries are relevant.

This video features Ian McCollum and Jonathan Ferguson in a 60-second challenge at the Royal Armouries to find three unique firearms: a Charlton Automatic Rifle, a Schwarzlose Model 1898 pistol, and an early SA80 prototype. They discuss unusual mechanical operations and limited historical impact, highlighting experimental designs like the Sterling 7.62mm prototype and the Mars .45 Automatic Pistol.

The Knight's Armament KS-1, designated L403A1 by the British Army, is a new AR-15 platform rifle adopted for specialized units like the Army Special Operations Brigade and Royal Marines. It features a 13.7-inch barrel, ambidextrous controls, and is equipped with a Vortex 1-10x LPVO and an Aimpoint ACRO P-2 for versatile engagement ranges. The rifle utilizes a KAC QDC/MCQ-PRT suppressor and is part of 'Project Hunter' to enhance interoperability with allied forces.

This video details the armor and weaponry of an 11th-century Norman knight, emphasizing the evolution of protective gear. It covers the padded undergarments, the mail hauberk constructed from thousands of iron rings, and the nasal helmet for head protection. The kite shield offered significant defense, while primary weapons included the lance and a one-handed sword.

This video explores a unique modernization attempt of the Martini-Henry rifle using Captain Harston's Patent Magazine. Jonathan Ferguson details the Mark IV rifle's features and the external magazine's mechanism, designed to convert the single-shot rifle into a five-round repeater. Despite its ingenuity, the system faced issues with reliability, high conversion costs, and was ultimately overshadowed by superior bolt-action designs like the Lee-Metford.