The Malta Independent 28 April 2024, Sunday
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Palace Armoury Weapons acquire life-size mannequins

Malta Independent Sunday, 1 April 2007, 00:00 Last update: about 12 years ago

In order to fully appreciate antique weapons and armoury it is important to be able to see them in person allowing the viewer to visualise and fully appreciate these magnificent relics of our heritage. Through a three-year collaboration between Gasan Mamo Insurance Ltd. and Heritage Malta, formally making GasanMamo Insurance Ltd the Palace Armoury Patron, the Armoury will, by the end of this year, boast 15 life- size models in full armour, enhancing the splendour of the weapons and armour on display. This initiative is only one among other important initiatives.

The funds donated for the current year have made it possible for Heritage Malta to acquire these models and clothe them in full armour, with all the fine detail, right down to the leather used for the boots. Speaking at a press conference to mark the occasion, GasanMamo Insurance Ltd. managing director, Albert P Mamo said that this partnership endorses the company's objective to implement corporate social responsibility towards contributing to the restoration and preservation of our national heritage. "Our heritage belongs to each and every one of us. By supporting Heritage Malta in their continuous endeavours, we contribute towards making heritage accessible to all".

Dr. Mario Tabone, Chairman of Heritage Malta reiterated this point adding that the sponsorship enables Heritage Malta to give our heritage and our past the best possible future.

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