Armoury of the Knights of Malta, Birgu

The Armoury is one of the earliest buildings in Birgu, Malta, and was initially constructed by the Knights of the Order of St. John. It was primarily built for the storage of weaponry and munitions. The Armoury played a crucial role during the Great Siege of 1565 when it was used as a hospital for the wounded.

The original building consisted of a ground floor with doors on all four sides, designed for easy access in case of emergencies. Its construction began during the magistracy of Fra Claude de La Sengle, between 1533 and 1537. In 1636, during later renovations and expansions, a second floor was added to the Armoury.

During the early British period, spanning from 1800 to 1964, the Armoury was repurposed as a military hospital and barracks. After the conclusion of the Second World War, it underwent further transformations and was converted into a Primary School.