The Armourer of Nantes is a grand romantic opera written by Michael William Balfe in 1863. The story is set in the city of Nantes in France, during the 16th century. The opera follows the journey of the protagonist, Robert, who is an armourer by profession. Robert falls in love with the beautiful and virtuous Marie, who is also the daughter of the governor of Nantes. However, their love is threatened by the evil intentions of the governor's advisor,...