A Weapon of Choice – A Closer Look At The Flintlock Pistol by David Landers
Watch this virtual tour with Athlone Castle Cultural Assistant, David, who is an archaeologist with experience in museums & heritage institutions.
David will take a close look at one of the weapons used during the Sieges of Athlone in 1690 and 1691. He will demonstrate the workings of the Flintlock pistol, a common side arm and accompanying weapon to many soldiers at that time.
This virtual tour can be enjoyed online from the comfort of your own home.
This event will premiere on Athlone Castle’s social channels on Thursday 19th August at 5pm.
This demonstration is supported by the Heritage Council under the Irish Walled Towns Network 2021 Interpretation Fund.
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Visit our 13th century castle and experience history brought alive…
Athlone Castle was first built to defend the crossing point on the River Shannon and evolved into a bold defensive structure over the centuries. Elements of the original castle can still be seen today.
We tell the story of settlement in this part of Ireland’s Ancient East, from the Neolithic period through Viking, and Medieval ages to modern life in Athlone.
