Mike Loades

Best known for his television appearances as the presenter of 'Weapons That Made Britain', 'Weapon Masters', 'Going Medieval' and for the series "Time Commanders", Mike has also appeared on screen in well over a hundred documentaries as military historian and historical weapons specialist. Additionally he has arranged fight and battle sequences for hundreds of stage and screen productions. He has lectured on arms and armour topics, including at The British Museum, The Royal Armouries and The Wallace Collection. He also directs historical documentaries for television and works as a consultant and film-maker for the video games industry. He has written several books, including highly-acclaimed, major works such as 'Swords and Swordsmen' and 'War Bows'. His most recent publication 'DOGS: Working Origins and Traditional Tasks' is a book about the history of dogs. As well as having a fascination for swords, bows and horses, Mike has had a lifelong enthusiasm for dogs. In this book he has been able to blend his love of dogs with his passion for history.