German Armed Forces Badge of Marksmanship

The Forgotten History of the Australian Slouch Hat

The slouch hat is so iconic that it has come to represent the armed forces of Australia. But its history goes back much farther. The History Guy remembers the forgotten history of the slouch hat. This episode was originally made for the History Guy's patrons on Patreon. If you would like

From playlist History Down Under: Australia and New Zealand

Stahlhelm - Postwar Use of Germany's Wartime Helmet

The iconic German WW2 helmet was used long after the demise of the Third Reich, and is still in use in 2022 in a few countries. Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', bot

From playlist Helmets

Reichswehr - Germany's Forgotten Army

The history of Germany's tiny interwar army, the Reichswehr, and its secret planning for war. For Military1945 visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN2UQVe6Xaqz5rLFaWq8-mw Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zer

From playlist First World War 1914-18

Hitler's Iron Maidens - Women Awarded the Iron Cross in Combat

The story of women in the German armed forces who won the Iron Cross during combat on the Eastern Front during the last months of WWII in Europe. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Ea

From playlist Battle of Germany 1944-45

Nazi Symbols - The Story Behind the Imagery

None of the images the Nazis used were created by them, rather they utilised a series of much older symbols from all over the world. Here is the story behind those controversial images. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestse

From playlist History of Nazi Symbols

German Uniforms of World War 1 I THE GREAT WAR Special

From the iconic Pickelhaube to the almost legendary Stahlhelm and the field grey colour, German military uniforms of World War 1 are instantly recognisable. But there is more to them than just the spiky leather helmet that was often used in enemy propaganda. In our new special episode we

From playlist SPECIAL EPISODES - The Great War

Luftwaffe BF110 Zerstorer - Battle of Kursk Aug 1943

Bf110 aircraft at the Battle of Kursk.

From playlist WW2 aircrafts

Hitler's Generals in the West German Army

In 1955 a new German Army was created, the Bundeswehr. A number of WW2-era German generals and admirals were enlisted to command and shape this new force, including four Knight's Cross holders. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, includi

From playlist The Cold War 1945-91

The Convoy and the U-Boat: SS J. L. Luckenbach, HMS Orama and SM U-62

In October 1917, a British armed cruiser, an armed merchant vessel, and U.S. destroyers do battle with a U-Boat of the Imperial German Navy. The History Guy remembers the Dakar Convoy of World War I. This is original content based on research by The History Guy. Images in the Public Doma

From playlist US History

The Rarest Nazi Medal? 20th July 1944 Wound Badge

On 20th July 1944, Count von Stauffenberg tried to Kill Hitler at the Wolf's Lair with a bomb. Afterwards, Hitler decreed that a special wound badge be issued to the 24 killed and wounded officers who had been present. This is now one of the rarest and most valuable medals in existence tod

From playlist The Plots to Kill Hitler

Gun Camera Action from War World Two

The very best uncensored gun camera footage from Allied and Axis sources, including Me109s, Fw190s, P-40 Warhawks and more. From British Pathé TV's Military Collection.

From playlist Military & War documentaries | Members-Only

Hitler's Uniform

Ever wondered why Hitler's uniforms suddenly changed colour after WW2 began, or why he only wore three badges on his tunic? This film explains the logic behind the Nazi warlord's interesting sartorial choices. VISIT www.markfelton.co.uk for more great content!

From playlist Hitler Various Subjects

Germany's WW2 Japanese Legion

During WW2, Germany had a small unit of Japanese soldiers serving in its army. This is the story of the 'Japanese Legion', believed by many to have been a myth...until now. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero N

From playlist Unusual Military Units

Nuremberg Executions 1946 - What Happened to the Bodies?

The secret US Army operation to dispose of the bodies of the war criminals executed at Nuremberg. Visit my new audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markf

From playlist World War II Leaders

Panzerwerfer 42 - Hitler's Armoured Rocket Launchers

The fearsome Panzerwerfer 42 - a special German armoured vehicle mounting the dreaded six-barrelled Nebelwerfer 41 rocket launcher. Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles',

From playlist Battle of Germany 1944-45

The German Knight's Cross - Forgotten Freikorps Award

Exclusive! Grab the NordVPN deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/markfelton. Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! We all know the WW2 Knight's Cross, but what about the German Knight's Cross? In fact, it is an older medal from the Weimar Republic period, when private German armi

From playlist First World War 1914-18

Hitler's Army in Allied Service 1945-46

Although the German Army surrendered on 8 May 1945, parts of it continued to function under Allied control, with some units still armed until mid-1946. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of

From playlist The Cold War 1945-91