The Cap of Maintenance of Henry VIII, housed in Waterford
Just how did the cap and sword of one of the most famous kings of all time end up in Waterford? Well, in his latest virtual tour of Waterford Treasures Eamonn McEneaney explains to us how the Tudor ruler, known for decapitating his wives, became very well acquainted with the then Mayor of Waterford, and how these items were gifted to him in 1536.
If you like Eamonn's slots with us on The Big Breakfast Blaa have a listen here to what he had to say about Ireland's oldest cannon - be warned - it's a grizzly tale!
And below is his chat with us about King Henry VIII and his links to Waterford...
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