Illustrated talks will discuss the development of the weapon, and special sessions will offer the opportunity for visitors to handle and learn about swords under professional supervision. Cold Steel' is the second in a series of free special events weekends which will take place at the Museum on the first weekend of every month until the end of the year, as part of it's contribution to London's String of Pearls Millenium Festival. Each weekend will look at aspects of the life of the British Soldier past and present. Themes of future events include surgery, food, the Zulu and First World Wars and an in depth-look at the Army of today. The National Army Museum is open daily 10.00am - 5.30pm.
Admission is free.
National Army Museum, Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 4HT .