The Italian Partizan *probably* imported by Henry VIII, with Assistant Curator Iason Tzouriadis

This video features Olivier Renaudeau, a curator from the Musée de l’Armée in Paris, examining Francis I's ceremonial sword. This is part of a series exploring objects related to the historical 'Field of the Cloth of Gold,' a diplomatic summit between Henry VIII of England and Francis I of France in 1520. The series was created as a virtual replacement for an exhibition delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, presents these films, showcasing historical artifacts and their connection to significant royal events.

This video, Episode 7 of a series by the Royal Armouries, details the planning of a Tudor tournament, focusing on the procurement of weapons for the Field of Cloth of Gold in Brussels on May 22nd, 1520. Inspired by historical expenditure records, the episode recounts the adventures of Armouries staff traveling to what is now Belgium. The Field of Cloth of Gold was a significant diplomatic event between Henry VIII and Francis I, marked by extravagant displays and grand tournaments.

This video, Episode 6 of a series by Richard Pellande from the Royal Armouries, details the planning and procurement of weapons for the 1520 Field of the Cloth of Gold. Inspired by an archive of expenditures, the episode focuses on the activities in Oudenburgh on May 15th, 1520. It explores the historical context of diplomatic summits between England and France and the extravagant displays of royal power, including jousting and combat. The Royal Armouries, the UK's national collection of arms and armour, aims to bring their collection to life through historical narratives and demonstrations.

This video is the second episode in a series focusing on the historical preparations for the Field of Cloth of Gold, a diplomatic summit between England's Henry VIII and France's Francis I in 1520. This episode specifically details activities in Brussels on April 17th, 1520, inspired by an archive of expenditure for weapons. The series explores the grand tournament, jousting, and foot combat aspects of this opulent event, highlighting the Royal Armouries' connection to historical arms and armor. The content delves into Tudor power, royal magnificence, and the historical context of Anglo-French relations.

This behind-the-scenes video captures the deinstallation of Henry VIII's 1540 Field and Tournament Armour. The armour was on loan to the National Portrait Gallery for the exhibition 'Six Lives, The Stories of Henry VIII's Queens.' The video highlights the historical significance of the armour and its connection to Henry VIII's reign, coinciding with the anniversary of his coronation. It serves as an invitation for viewers to explore more about arms and armour at the Royal Armouries, the United Kingdom's national collection.

This video features Olivier Renaudeau, a curator at the Musée de l’Armée, examining a Gothic Tudor poleaxe. The poleaxe is of a type used during the Field of the Cloth of Gold, a significant diplomatic event between England and France in 1520. The description highlights five episodes exploring related artifacts, including this poleaxe, a buckler of Henry VIII, the sword of Francis I, foot combat armor, and a Greenwich armor. The content is presented in collaboration with the Royal Armouries to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the event, with online exhibitions and further content available.

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.