Instruments of Death (2012): S01E05 – The Battle of Hastings: 1066

Introduction Presenter Karl Ude-Martinez travels in Britain and Europe to find out more about the weapons that have helped shape the history of combat throughout the centuries. With spectacular weapons demonstrations as its cornerstone, the series also tells the stories of the battles in which they were used to such grim effect. Outline Presenters Karl…

Andrew Marshall

05/08/2023

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Military Technology, Military Weapons

Introduction

Presenter Karl Ude-Martinez travels in Britain and Europe to find out more about the weapons that have helped shape the history of combat throughout the centuries. With spectacular weapons demonstrations as its cornerstone, the series also tells the stories of the battles in which they were used to such grim effect.

Outline

Presenters Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks continue their look at how weapons and body armour were developed, investigating the part played by Danish battle axes, Saxon shields and Norman lances during the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

Instruments of Death Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 12 November 2012 (UK).
Running time: 49-52 minutes.
Rating: 13+.
Country: UK.
Language: English.