About the Project
In March 2023, we participated in the project initiated by the National Museum of the History of Ukraine titled “I Have Rights Through the Saber!” where we “revived” the exhibition featuring weapons found on the territory of Ukraine from the Stone Age to modern times.
Utilizing digital tools, QR codes, and videos, visitors gained a deeper understanding of how imported weapons were used on Ukrainian lands.
What Was Digitized?
We scanned and created a digital 3D copy of a fascinating artifact from the collection – a steel helmet from the 11th to the early 13th centuries, representing a typical protective armor worn by Russian warriors. Discovered during archaeological excavations on Khreshchatyk in Kyiv, this helmet hails from a historical period when warriors employed both oriental and European/Scandinavian armor and weapons.
Additionally, we digitized a bronze glass axe dating back to the 14th-12th centuries BC, found in the village of Khudlyovo in Zakarpattia, an iron sword from the 5th century BC found in Belogorodka, Kyiv region, and an 18th-century Turkish pistol and quiver. These digital copies seamlessly integrated into the exhibition, offering a visual journey through the history of weapon development and use on Ukrainian soil.
Now, these valuable discoveries can be observed and explored from any corner of the earth at any time. The high quality of the 3D copies allows viewers to examine even the smallest details, patterns, damages, etc.
Experts on the Project
“For a year, we have been delving into the topic of weapons, which stand as a guarantee of our freedom and victory; hence, the exhibition is dedicated to them. We curated the exposition to showcase the versatility of weapons as artifacts: on one hand, we can trace the history of Ukraine’s military successes through them, and on the other hand, understand the history of our country in relation to neighboring nations. The international aspect of weapons, which resonates with us today, is also the leitmotif of the exhibition,” noted the General Director of NMIU, Fedir Androschuk.
