The gladius in the DITSONG: National Museum of Military History collection
The gladius is a short sword which narrows near the base of the blade. This shape makes the sword effective at cutting as well as thrusting. The gladius is best
Chinese Paired Swords in the DITSONG: National Museum of Military History
In the Curator’s Choice display of edged weaponry at the DITSONG: National Museum of Military History, are Chinese double or paired swords from the early 19th century. The swords are decorated
DITSONG: National Museum of Military History
During the First World War (1914 – 1918), no formal showcase was made of South Africa’s involvement in that war. In 1940, Captain J Agar-Hamilton was appointed official historian of
A brief history of South African Swords
Swords first came into use in the region of modern-day South Africa with the arrival of European settlers. Before then, the spear had been prominent and the battle-axe was becoming
What’s on during Africa Month at DITSONG?
DITSONG: Museums of South Africa’s vast collections at its various museums offer an exciting way to celebrate Africa Month this May. Africa Day celebrates the establishment of the Organisation of