#  @survivehistory Survive History Survive History posts on YouTube about history, in the, george washington, food the most. 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While the Hollywood portrayal of uniform Roman legionaries wearing identical armour might have its basis in Roman propaganda art the reality is that all types of Roman soldier would have carried a range of armour and equipment. roman army roman history roman empire ancient rome ancient history roman legion roman legions roman legionary roman legionary equipment roman" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5lDMlVIh9G4) 2024-03-04T17:00Z 340K followers, 1.4M engagements "The Rich Man's Pistol During the 17th Century In this video a reenactor from the Marquess of Winchester's Regiment demonstrates how a flintlock pistol would be loaded and fired in the 17th century. Cutting edge for their time flintlock firearms were used alongside matchlock and wheellock weapons during the English Civil War with each having its own advantages and disadvantages. black powder flintlock pistol firing flintlock pistol shooting flintlock pistol fast reload english civil war 17th century warfare 17th century england 17th century dress 17th century clothing survive history english" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9oyidoVBpsg) 2024-03-20T17:00Z 340K followers, 1M engagements "Could You Survive in Rome's Elite Special Forces Step into the shadowy world of the Roman armys special forces in this thrilling episode of Survive History 🌍 Get NordVPN 2Y plan + [--] months extra ➼ https://nordvpn.com/survivehistory 👈 Its risk-free with Nords 30-day money-back guarantee Presenter Louee Dessent takes on the dangerous and secretive missions of the exploratores speculatores and frumentariithe Roman Empires scouts spies and assassins. Guided by Roman historian Dr. Simon Elliott Louee learns the ancient art of espionage at the authentic reconstructed auxiliary fort of Park in the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CWhlOAvsdN0) 2024-11-21T17:43Z 340K followers, 217.6K engagements "Why These 17th Century Cavalry Pistols Weren't That Effective In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History explains why these 17th century pistols weren't that effective. Used by Parliamentarian and Royalist cavalry troopers during the English civil war pistols were typically shot just before the moment of impact with an enemy force during a cavalry charge. But to be deadly you may need to have the barrel of the pistol touching your opponent to kill them outright such was the effectiveness of armour against pistol shot. english civil war arms and armour roundheads vs cavaliers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N2NiwVz-h60) 2025-02-12T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.4M engagements "Meet Napoleon's Most Useful Soldiers In this video a reenactor from the French 45eme Infanterie Regiment de Ligne explains the role of the sapeur in Napoleon's army. These soldiers were extremely versatile being responsible for the building and dismantling of camps breaking down barricades and serving as regular line infantry. napoleonic wars survive history napoleon toughest men in napoleons army military history battle of waterloo napoleon history old guard napoleonic wars reenactment soldiers of the napoleonic wars uniforms napoleonic wars sappers in combat sappers army grande armee" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OqU5SFJOpUg) 2024-04-02T16:48Z 340K followers, 1.7M engagements "The Toughest Soldiers in the Anglo-Saxon Army In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History looks at the role of the fearsome huscarls at the Battle of Hastings [----]. Wielding two-handed axes the huscarls were King Harold's personal bodyguard. Depictions of them on the Bayeux tapestry show just how effective they were in battle. medieval england anglo saxons anglo saxon england anglo saxon history stamford bridge anglo saxon middle ages medieval history battle of hastings huscarl saxon huscarls king harold godwinson battle of hastings [----] battle of hastings documentary medieval warfare" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RIGafhvs5fU) 2024-11-07T17:00Z 340K followers, 956.8K engagements "How a Pikeman Would Fight on a 17th Century Battlefield In this video a reenactor from the Marquess of Winchester's Regiment demonstrates how a pikemen would fight on a 17th century battlefield. Carrying a 16-foot ash pike the main role of pikemen during the English Civil War was to defend musketeers against enemy cavalry. But pike formations could also be ordered to engage each other. military history pike and shot pike and shot warfare evolution of warfare pike square english civil war military history channel pikemen vs cavalry pikeman survive history could you survive english civil war" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XzM4MYYW1Ik) 2024-02-17T17:00Z 340K followers, 11.6M engagements "A Nasty Weapon Carried By Highland Clansmen in the 18th Century In this Survive History video Tod Booth from reenactment group Rose and Thistle explains why the dirk was a particularly useful weapon for highland clansmen in the 18th century. Widely used by highland warriors during the Jacobite rebellion the dirk was used in combination with the targe during a highland charge. It proved particularly effective at the Battle of Prestonpans in [----]. scottish history highland charge jacobite rising scottish highlands historical battles highland clans highland clan battles scottish highland clans" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=b0aWd804iJ4) 2024-09-28T16:00Z 340K followers, 7.3M engagements "A Common Misconception About the British Army During the Jacobite Rebellion Louee Dessent from Survive History discusses the nature of the British army during the Jacobite rebellion with Rob Elliott from Pulteney's 13th Regiment of Foot - a living history group depicting a company of King George's redcoats during the 18th century. It's a common misconception that the Jacobite Risings were a conflict between England and Scotland but the British army during this period recruited from all parts of the United Kingdom and Ireland. jacobite rebellion battle of culloden scottish history battle of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bpdnONIoIb0) 2024-10-10T16:00Z 340K followers, 1.8M engagements "How Did Napoleon's Soldiers Deal With Cavalry In this video we explain how Napoleonic infantry defended themselves against a terrifying cavalry charge. In defence Napoleon deployed giant divisional squares to deal with the mounted Mamluks in Egypt. In attack he was adept at making cavalry and artillery work together. From light lancers and uhlans to heavily armoured cuirassiers the French cavalry was the envy of other European powers. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory napoleonic wars napoleon bonaparte military history battle of waterloo infantry tactics duke of wellington cavalry" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fjf8O2J6qEc) 2023-11-12T17:00Z 340K followers, 369.1K engagements "How To Break Through a Viking Shield Wall In this video Louee Dessent joins a Viking shield wall to see what it might have been like to take to the battlefield with the Great Viking Army. The shield wall was a hard formation to break and remained in use for centuries but there were ways to break through it including using a wedge formation or 'boar snout'. Survive History recreates a Viking army facing an onslaught of Saxon warriors. shield wall history documentary viking shield wall viking history viking weapons middle ages shield wall scene shield wall battle history documentary new how to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l8A2ITIT2AQ) 2024-06-07T18:29Z 340K followers, 1.1M engagements "Life on the March During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explains that while the campaigning season tended to be short during the Wars of the Roses life on the march could still be brutal. Edward IV led his army on a tough forced march in blazing heat before the Battle of Tewkesbury but astonishingly still won the battle. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nd2InLSkZEg) 2026-01-11T16:37Z 340K followers, 246.3K engagements "These Napoleonic Soldiers Had a Reputation for Eating Dog Meat In this Survive History video Louee explains some of the stereotypes surrounding European soldiers serving in the Duke of Wellington's army. During the Waterloo campaign the British soldiers served alongside armies from Belgium the German states and Prussia as they tried to stop Napoleon. Soldiers from Brunswick in their distinctive black uniforms were unpopular with the British because of a reputation for eating dog meat. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tY7qrbJh3O0) 2025-09-08T15:37Z 340K followers, 2.7M engagements "Napoleon's Soldiers Used This Intense Musket Drill How did Napoleon's soldiers stay calm under fire Matt Groves of the 21eme de ligne demonstrates the firing drill that all French soldiers were required to master. It allowed a trained soldier to fire three or four shots per minute. napoleonic wars historical reenactment napoleon [----] napoleonic soldier napoleons army french military history line infantry napoleonic musket drill napoleonic musket fire musket napoleonic wars musket drill commands french musket drill musket loading drill line infantry reenactment la grande armee survive history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yaKYoqBv2Ts) 2023-11-19T17:00Z 340K followers, 5.7M engagements "Why King Harold Put Himself at Risk at the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History explains why King Harold Godwinson placed himself at risk at the Battle of Hastings. As an Anglo-Saxon king Harold was expected to fight with his men in the front rank of the shield wall. While this provided inspiration to the English troops it compromised Harold's command and control of his army. battle of hastings norman conquest harold godwinson william the conqueror medieval warfare bayeux tapestry british history english history battle of hastings [----] battle of hastings" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Cz_btKr2lsg) 2025-03-16T16:37Z 338K followers, 319.4K engagements "The Best Insults of the Revolutionary War In this Survive History video Louee explains some of the best insults used during the Revolutionary War. Americans who favoured independence had a word for those that remained loyal to the Crown and vice versa - tories and whigs were both common insults. The barbs were even worse between red coated British soldiers often called lobsterbacks and revolutionary troublemakers derided as Jonathans. With riots becoming a regular occurrence in American cities and militia ranks swelling with disgruntled colonists more than insults would be exchanged before" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TNW_Nn1sMPA) 2025-10-14T15:37Z 340K followers, 417.9K engagements "You've Just Dropped into a Wars of the Roses Battle In this Survive History video Louee is dropped into the middle of a medieval battle during the Wars of the Roses. It's the first clip from our full episode 'Could You Survive the Wars of the Roses' could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth longbow longbow vs armor medieval food medieval life man at arms medieval battle" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iKCg3DyQG68) 2026-01-14T16:37Z 340K followers, 108.1K engagements "The Toughest Men in Napoleon's Army Were these the toughest men in Napoleon's Grande Arme In this video a reenactor explains the role of a sapeur during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory napoleonic wars napoleonic soldier napoleons army military history french empire uniform historical reenactment napoleonic uniform military uniforms french military history historical accuracy reenactment uniform grand armee Sapeur Napoleon's Army French Army Sapeurs Napoleonic Era Soldiers Imperial French Army Military History Channel Napoleonic Wars History French Military" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kC_guR11hZQ) 2023-10-23T16:00Z 338K followers, 5M engagements "The Moment King Harold Lost the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History looks at the moment the Battle of Hastings swung against King Harold in [----]. A partial Norman retreat tempted the English fyrd to break out of the shield wall and charge down the hill after the fleeing Normans. But this placed them at the mercy of Duke William's Norman knights who were able to spring a trap. William then used so-called feigned retreats to finish the job. battle of hastings norman conquest harold godwinson william the conqueror medieval warfare bayeux tapestry british history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qnDCsol_p2k) 2025-07-24T15:37Z 338K followers, 136K engagements "Scottish Highland Clans Didn't Have Their Own Tartans In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History talks to Tod Booth from reenactment group Rose and Thistle to find out whether highland clans really had their own tartans in the 18th century. While regional tartans might have existed it turns out that clan tartans were a later invention. Bagpipes on the other hand were used during the 18th century in Scotland though they aren't uniquely Scottish. scottish history highland charge jacobite rising scottish highlands historical battles highland clans highland clan battles scottish highland" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yb9a4-JKMsQ) 2024-11-17T17:00Z 339K followers, 594.4K engagements "Working Conditions Weren't Great at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains why working conditions weren't great for soldiers fighting at the Battle of Waterloo. The air became so hot with the number of projectiles flying back and forth that being in the front line was like 'standing at the face of the oven'. The noise of battle was so deafening that an officer's orders could barely be heard by the man next to them. And choking smoke filled the battlefield so much so that Prussian reinforcements couldn't make out the French or Allied army when they arrived and had" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4_E_RMJgMDM) 2025-09-28T15:37Z 340K followers, 161.7K engagements "This Is One of the Only Confirmed Viking Helmets In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History speaks to Tom Robinson of Blodorn Englar about Viking helmets. The Gjermundbu helmet is one of the few helmets discovered that we know is 100% Vikings being discovered in Norway and probably dating to the 10th century. vikings viking helmet vikings valhalla survive history Gjermundbu helmet could you survive could you survive as a viking viking invasion viking invasion of england viking weapons and armor viking weapons documentary vikings valhalla season [--] vikings history survival history channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4x9x1wjw1Ks) 2024-07-09T18:55Z 340K followers, 594.5K engagements "One Reason Medieval Battles Were So Confusing In this Survive History video Louee explains why medieval battles during the Wars of the Roses were so confusing. With so many badges and banners to recognise on the battlefield it was easy to mistake your own men for the enemy or vice versa. This happened during the Battle of Barnet where soldiers fighting for the Earl of Warwick mistook the star badge of their allies for the sun badge of their enemy Edward IV. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0F4NuvPE1sg) 2025-12-24T16:37Z 340K followers, 287.9K engagements "Could You Survive the English Civil War Step back into the 17th century with Survive History and experience the adrenaline-fueled world of cavalry troopers during the English Civil War. In this immersive episode we ride alongside Parliamentarian and Royalist cavalry soldiers donning their authentic equipment and delving into their rigorous training regimen. With help from the Worcestershire Cavalry and Marquess of Winchesters Regiment we use contemporary sources and a little firsthand experience to explore what life was in the saddle for Roundheads and Cavaliers. We discover why Prince" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1O580B086FU) 2024-01-29T18:00Z 340K followers, 372.3K engagements "What Its Like To Be Shot by a Medieval Longbow In this Survive History video Louee experiences what it's like to be shot by a longbow while wearing 15th century plate armour. Marching in formation with a group of medieval reenactors in armour Louee marches towards archers shooting powerful longbows. This is what men-at-arms would've experienced at the Battle of Towton during the Wars of the Roses. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=28r3zuNB7W0) 2025-12-21T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.3M engagements "Were Revolutionary Militia Actually Any Good In this Survive History video Louee explains that while popular culture has given us an inflated sense of the abilities of Revolutionary militia the reality was quite different. Untrained and inexperienced many simply fled when faced with professional British soldiers. But as they were relied on to swing the War of Independence in the south they did eventually prove their worth. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american war of independence" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=39lm4SAHFIA) 2025-11-30T16:37Z 340K followers, 312.1K engagements "Could You Survive the Battle of Waterloo On 18th June [----] the Battle of Waterloo decided the fate of Napoleon and reshaped Europe forever. But what did this epic clash really feel like for the ordinary soldiers in the mud smoke and chaos of battle #BattleOfWaterloo #NapoleonicWars #SurviveHistory A big thanks to our sponsor @HungryMindsArt You can get the 'The Book: The Ultimate Guide to Rebuilding Civilisation' at this link 👉 https://mdsh.io/survivehistory Don't forget to use Promocode: SURVIVEHISTORY10 (valid for [--] month) #thebook #howtorebuildcivilization #hungryminds In this full-length" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3z4uSxopifo) 2025-08-31T16:00Z 340K followers, 318.4K engagements "Hessians or Redcoats Who Was Better In this Survive History video we explore whether Hessian soldiers or British redcoats performed better during the Revolutionary War. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier reveals that soldiers from the German states acted as an auxiliary corps within the British army making it difficult to consider them as separate to the regular British troops. However questions were asked about their abilities after the defeat of Hessian troops at the Battle of Trenton. revolutionary war american revolution american history us history military history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4jd9vF9m8R0) 2025-12-06T16:37Z 340K followers, 261.2K engagements "The Toughest Soldiers in a Medieval Army In this Survive History video reenactor Richard Pearce explains why English longbowmen were so effective on the battlefield during the medieval period. Not only did longbows have a greater rate of fire than crossbows but English archers were notorious for being vicious in battle using hatchets mallets and knives against armoured opponents. English archers were feared during the Hundred Years War in France and during the Wars of the Roses. medieval times middle ages could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4w2NX4M3YWI) 2025-12-15T16:37Z 340K followers, 355.9K engagements "These Guys Made Up the Bulk of English Medieval Armies In this Survive History video Louee explains how archers made up the bulk of English armies during the medieval period. During the Hundred Years War and Wars of the Roses longbowmen might make up 80% of a fighting force. Englishmen were expected to practice with the longbow regularly but the quality and equipment of English bowmen did vary widely. medieval times middle ages could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6MypCiz_Dx0) 2025-12-18T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.8M engagements "Could You Survive These Brutal Battles From History Experience the brutal reality of history's most seismic military clashes in this ultimate compilation from the Could You Survive series From the chaos of the Anglo-Saxon shield wall at Hastings and the merciless rout at Towton to the deadly Highland Charge at Culloden and the relentless attrition of the Battle of the Somme and Normandy. Witness the moments where survival was far from guaranteed exploring pivotal conflicts across every eraincluding the English Civil War clashes at Marston Moor and the decisive American Revolutionary War" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6pnOhovGpjA) 2025-12-21T18:00Z 340K followers, 75K engagements "The Nasty Weapons Needed to Defeat an Armoured Knight In this Survive History video Louee speaks to medieval reenactor Richard Griffin about the nasty weapons needed to defeat a fully armoured knight during the medieval period. Longswords with a rigid blade were perfect for finding the weak points in plate armour under the armpits for example. Short axes and daggers might be needed to finish off an armoured knight on the ground. The weapons demonstrated in this video were all used during the Wars of the Roses. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7q1UpgwV_W0) 2026-01-17T16:37Z 340K followers, 285.5K engagements "Fighting in a Medieval Duel but You Have No Experience In this Survive History video Louee experiences what it might be like to fight a medieval duel wearing full plate armour. He quickly discovers that limited visibility and no sword fighting experience make it very difficult. This is a clip from our episode 'Could You Survive a Medieval Battle Wars of the Roses' filmed with 15th century living history group the Coventry Levy. sword fight armored combat knight fight knight duel historical duel medival combat armored duel real knight fight sword fight scene armored fight could you survive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=84IVw3QYsiE) 2026-01-23T16:37Z 340K followers, 65.8K engagements "The Most Terrifying Weapon on the Medieval Battlefield In this Survive History video Louee speaks to medieval reenactor Richard Griffin about the poleaxe - arguably the most terrifying weapon on the medieval battlefield. The poleaxe was effective against fighting armoured opponents knights on horseback and everyone else during the Wars of the Roses. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth medieval" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A-c0daHD-Ww) 2025-12-09T16:37Z 340K followers, 620.4K engagements "Could You Survive in George Washington's Militia Revolutionary War Step back in time to the brutal civil war that defined the final years of the American Revolution. And dont forget to test your own wartime skills by playing Supremacy [----] 👉https://s1914.onelink.me/TX2k/SURHI001 In this compelling episode of Survive History host Louee Dessent explores the life of the Patriot militiathe untrained fiercely independent citizen soldiers who determined the fate of the war in the Carolinas and Georgia. In the second part of our unique collaboration series with History Hit well try to survive the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A8HB3WlMXqI) 2025-11-03T17:00Z 340K followers, 103.6K engagements "Why Wellington Didn't Build Fortifications at Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains why the Duke of Wellington didn't build fortifications along the Mont St Jean ridge before the Battle of Waterloo. Rob Elliott portraying the Duke agrees that Wellington's strategy encouraged Napoleon to attack. duke of wellington napoleonic wars battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte military history waterloo [----] napoleonic soldier survive history could you survive could you survive as a napoleonic soldier historical reenactment battle of waterloo [----] life of a napoleonic soldier surviving" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BihbgEGc4WA) 2025-11-21T16:37Z 340K followers, 827.9K engagements "How You'd Go to the Toilet in Medieval Plate Armour In this Survive History video Louee explains how you'd go to the toilet wearing a full suit of armour in the 15th century. Going for a number one wasn't especially difficult as you could shift and unbuckle pieces of armour to do your business. But you may need a squire's help to go for a number two as they'd need to unhook the skirt plate at the back. medieval armour plate armor middle ages living history going to the toilet in armour could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BzxrOvk0jmc) 2025-12-12T16:37Z 340K followers, 434.5K engagements "Who Got To Carry a Thompson Submachine Gun in WW2 In this video Survive History presenter Louee Dessent asks: who got to carry a Thompson submachine gun in WW2 While regular GIs carried the M1 Garand rifle the Thompson was generally issued to the rank of sergeant and above and was the perfect weapons for clearing bunkers and close quarters fighting. tommy gun submachine gun thompson submachine gun thompson gun world war two world war [--] world war tommy gun shooting survive history ww2 survive history could you survive call of duty weapons of ww2 guns of ww2 battle of normandy allied weapons" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CQ1QCkZJcbY) 2024-08-18T16:00Z 340K followers, 6.4M engagements "You Wouldnt Want To Be Wounded in the Revolutionary War In this Survive History video Louee explains why you wouldn't want to be a wounded soldier during the Revolutionary War in North America. If they weren't picked up by their comrades soldiers wounded on the battlefield may have to wait for days to be evacuated by family members or quakers. During the brutal partisan war in the south both sides took to hiding injured troops in the woods to avoid enemy raiders. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DgcrjtPtrb8) 2025-12-03T16:37Z 340K followers, 86.8K engagements "POV Fighting in Line at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee examines what it was like to actually fight in line at the Battle of Waterloo. Taking part in the [----] Waterloo reenactment event he explains how the battlefield environment is designed to make you panic and how constant training would be required to keep soldiers focussed. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of a napoleonic soldier military history battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte surviving history battle of waterloo [----] duke" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dx6VjH83RXM) 2025-11-18T16:37Z 340K followers, 228.6K engagements "What Were the Key Defences for a Roman Fort In this video Louee Dessent explains the key components for the defence of a Roman fort on the frontier. The deep V-shaped ditch turfed ramparts wooden palisade gatehouses and towers all made tricky obstacles for would-be attackers. Roman soldiers could also rain down projectiles using bolt-throwers bows and javelins. roman empire ancient history roman army roman history roman soldier life roman fortress roman fortifications roman forts in britain roman fort construction roman fortified encampment roman fort layout roman fort design roman fort" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FDCyF4I7rgQ) 2023-12-17T17:00Z 340K followers, 2.4M engagements "Getting Dressed For Battle in the 15th Century In this Survive History video Louee gets dressed in 15th century plate armour. Starting from the sabatons on the feet and finishing with a helmet Louee is helped by two squires until he is almost fully covered in medieval plate armour. This style of armour was common during the Wars of the Roses. middle ages getting dressed medieval warfare man at arms wars of the roses could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval armour plate armor test" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KtGbsLWH5sw) 2025-12-30T16:37Z 340K followers, 477.8K engagements "Wellington's Tactical Masterstroke at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video we explain the Duke of Wellington's tactical masterstroke at the Battle of Waterloo positioning the majority of his army on the reverse slope of the Mont St Jean ridge. Rob Elliott portraying Wellington at the [----] Waterloo reenactment event agrees that the deployment of the British and Dutch army protected it from Napoleon's artillery and Grand Battery. duke of wellington napoleonic wars battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte military history waterloo [----] napoleonic soldier survive history could you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L_8TNMhe4h4) 2025-11-12T16:37Z 340K followers, 212.2K engagements "Probably the Biggest Myth About the Revolutionary Militia In this Survive History video Louee explains that very few militia troops during the Revoltionary War carried accurate long rifles. The so-called Kentucky rifle was particularly rare with most carrying functional smoothbore muskets. There were dedicated rifle companies in the Continental Army and some famous crackshots but it's a myth that militia were regularly sniping at British soldiers from a distance. survive history could you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LgGq7FSoeXE) 2025-11-24T16:37Z 340K followers, 2.1M engagements "The Equipment of a Hessian Soldier In this Survive History video we explain the equipment carried by a Hessian soldier during the Revolutionary War in America. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier during the American War of Independence highlights the unusual metallic hat field canteen and saber carried by Hessian troops serving alongside the British army. american revolution revolutionary war british army colonial america battle of trenton george washington german soldiers military history hessian soldiers king george iii american revolutionary war revolutionary war" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=O6EC3-U46rQ) 2025-11-06T16:37Z 340K followers, 662.6K engagements "The Grim Fate of Wounded Soldiers at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains the grim fate of some wounded soldiers at the Battle of Waterloo. When news of victory reached London three days after the battle there were still injured men being carted off the battlefield at Waterloo. Lying there at night in agony the locals would creep on to the battlefield and try and take healthy teeth from young victims to use as dentures. For years afterwards dentures became known as 'Waterloo Teeth'. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QyGt4ZTCqMQ) 2025-10-27T16:37Z 340K followers, 534.8K engagements "What Three Things Marked Out a Roman Centurion In this video we discover what three things marked out a Roman centurion within a legion. Mark Hatch from the Roman Military Research Society takes us through the key attributes of these fearsome ancient warriors. A helmet crest greaves and a vine-stick for 'correcting disciplinary issues' were all symbols of the centurion's position and authority. roman army roman history roman legion roman centurion armor roman centurion helmet roman centurion training roman arms and roman weapons and armor roman weapons roman arms and armor structure of a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RykHTNcWzbw) 2023-12-11T17:00Z 340K followers, 1.6M engagements "Could You Survive a Medieval Battle Wars of the Roses Could you survive as a common soldier in the Wars of the Roses Lets find out. Thanks to our sponsor Flexispot Upgrade your setup this Black Friday and save big Its the perfect time to finally get the gear youve been eyeing at a price youll love. Enter my exclusive code C730 and save $30 on the C7 ergonomic chair Flexispot C7 Chair: US https://bit.ly/47SfUUY CA https://bit.ly/49qRCnA In this episode Im dropped into the middle of one of the most brutal and misunderstood civil wars in English history. Forget the myths about York vs Lancaster" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UezltUMbvuM) 2025-11-30T18:00Z 340K followers, 139.1K engagements "Standing in an Infantry Square at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains what it was like to stand in an infantry square at the Battle of Waterloo. British Dutch and German troops faced the might of Napoleon's cavalry standing in square including lancers and French cuirassiers. But even more terrifying for the soldiers stood in squares were the cannons of Napoleon's Grand Battery. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of a napoleonic soldier military history battle of waterloo napoleon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VABcIBIYhnk) 2025-09-16T15:37Z 340K followers, 311.1K engagements "French Soldiers Werent Interested in the American Revolutionary Cause In this Survive History video Louee explains that soldiers of the French royal army probably had little interest in the American revolutionary cause during the War of Independence. French troops played a major role in the attack on Savannah in [----] but weren't there as revolutionaries or idealists. In the British the French and American revolutionaries simply had a common enemy. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WBHWMod32BQ) 2026-02-04T16:37Z 340K followers, 182.1K engagements "Did Wellington's Highlanders Really Eat Dead Frenchmen In this Survive History video Louee explains the reality behind the legend of British highland soldiers eating dead Frenchmen before the Battle of Waterloo. After their heroics at the Battle of Quatre Bras one soldier of the 92nd recorded using the breastplates of slain French cuirassiers to cook their beef ration although apparently the bullet holes lost them much of the gravy. Legend has it that some Dutch soldiers who witnessed them around the campfire believed they were cooking slices of dead Frenchmen. napoleonic wars survive history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WP-F7_SWd4c) 2025-10-06T15:37Z 340K followers, 1.6M engagements "Why Would You Fight in George Washington's Army In this Survive History video Louee explains why you might fight in George Washington's army during the Revolutionary War. There are many reasons you might have signed up from genuine political conviction to boredom or poverty. But few young men could have realised just how tough it would be to campaign against the British. Not to mention hunger disease and the elements. Or considered that they might not live to see the birth of the United States. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war american" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XlAkJJeqqAE) 2025-10-10T15:37Z 340K followers, 416.9K engagements "Why Medieval Soldiers Drank So Much Beer In this Survive History video Louee speaks to living historian Vicky Davies about small beer - a common drink for medieval soldiers and knights during the Wars of the Roses. medieval life middle ages medieval beer medieval ale medieval history medieval times could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth man at arms medieval battle living history war of the roses wars of the roses" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Y63OAb7BLtA) 2026-02-01T16:37Z 340K followers, 119.4K engagements "French Soldiers Were Relieved To Be in North America In this Survive History video a reenactor portraying a French soldier during the Revolutionary War explains why French troops might be relieved to be deployed to North America. French soldiers deployed to the Caribbean or other parts of the French Empire might suffer badly from tropical diseases so fighting alongside the continental army against the British was a welcome opportunity. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american war of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YTB8a0kDdPE) 2026-02-07T16:37Z 340K followers, 63K engagements "The Duke of Wellington's Worst Fear at Waterloo In this Survive History we explore the Duke of Wellington's worst fear ahead of the Battle of Waterloo. Rob Elliott portraying Wellington for the [----] Waterloo reenactment event explains how crucial it was to the general's strategy that the Prussians under Marshal Blucher should arrive to assist him. duke of wellington napoleonic wars battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte military history waterloo [----] napoleonic soldier survive history could you survive could you survive as a napoleonic soldier historical reenactment battle of waterloo 2025" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YfY8Oat0S_s) 2025-11-09T16:37Z 340K followers, 377.4K engagements "Could You Survive the Jacobite Rebellion Could you endure the hardships of life as a Redcoat soldier in King George's army during the Jacobite Rising of [----] This full Survive History documentary takes you deep into the experience of British troops battling Charles Edward Stuarts Jacobite forces. Dive into your first War Thunder battle using our link and receive a major bonus pack to get you off to a winning start 👉 https://playwt.link/survivehistory From harsh battlefield conditions to gruelling marches we explore the realities of military life in one of Britain's most turbulent eras." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YvYIJoeuq-I) 2024-08-30T16:00Z 340K followers, 507.7K engagements "Why Capturing a Flag at the Battle of Waterloo Was So Tough In this Survive History video Louee explains why flags were so important at the Battle of Waterloo. Regimental colours were the pride and joy of soldiers serving in the Allied units as Napoleon's eagle standards were revered by French soldiers. Some of the regimental flags at the Battle of Waterloo were little more than tattered shreds of cloth having been brought through the major battles of the Peninsular War. Soldiers on both sides would attempt to take the regimental colours of the enemy but British standards were guarded by a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_Qlc9T1y7_I) 2025-09-24T15:37Z 340K followers, 300.2K engagements "Running Away From Battle Wasnt Easy in Armour In this Survive History video Louee explains how running away from battle wasn't easy while wearing a full suit of armour. The majority of casualties during the battles of the Wars of the Roses came during a rout where the victorious army chased down exhausted opponents. One example is the notoriously bloody Battle of Towton. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_TdsKDQ102k) 2026-01-20T16:37Z 340K followers, 221.2K engagements "Your Survival Chances at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains what your survival chances were at the Battle of Waterloo in [----]. Estimates are the best we can do when it comes to the total losses at Waterloo because the units involved weren't keeping detailed records in the aftermath. But its reckoned of the three armies who took the field some [------] men fighting for the Allied French and Prussian armies around [-----] were unaccounted for in the following days. It was a devastating casualty rate with Napoleon's soldiers suffering the worst. napoleonic wars" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_shIaAlJZTQ) 2025-10-02T15:37Z 340K followers, 139.2K engagements "Some Revolutionary Soldiers Did This to Protect Themselves from Smallpox In this Survive History video Louee explains how some soldiers during the Revolutionary War tried to protect themselves from smallpox. Inoculation against smallpox was not a new idea. In fact the British had used it during the Seven Years War. And we know some American soldiers actually tried the procedure on themselves. Taking something like a pine needle or other sharp implement theyd pierce one of the pus-filled blisters on the infected persons skin. And then they'd effectively inject themselves usually under the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=a4IDAnf3drQ) 2025-10-18T15:37Z 340K followers, 190.4K engagements "Youd Probably Carry This Weapon in the Revolutionary Militia In this Survive History video Louee explains that muskets were relatively uncommon among militia troops during the Revolutionary War but most would carry tomahawks. Perhaps only one in five colonists owned a firearm presenting major challenges to revolutionary leaders who had to equip militia regiments to fight the British redcoats. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war survive history revolutionary war american war of independence american revolution Revolutionary War documentary" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cBLnuuAbnUg) 2025-11-27T16:37Z 340K followers, 484.7K engagements "Could You Survive in the WW1 Cavalry Western Front What was it really like to ride into battle as a cavalryman in the First World War Play Supremacy [----] for FREE on PC iOS or Android: 💥 https://s1914.onelink.me/TX2k/SUHI001 Receive a Unique Starter Pack available only for the next [--] days In this immersive episode of Survive History host Louee Dessent dons full WW1 British cavalry gearincluding the SMLE rifle cavalry sword and uniformand joins a cavalry unit for authentic maneuvers and drills. From riding in cavalry charges to working in machine-gun teams we bring you as close as possible" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=evhtpgO7rbM) 2025-04-29T15:37Z 340K followers, 180.1K engagements "Why You Wouldnt Sleep Much the Night Before Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains why soldiers wouldn't have slept much the night before the Battle of Waterloo. Soldiers of the Napoleonic Wars were used to miserable sleeping conditions but even they found the night of June 17th particularly grim. In the pouring rain with no food to be found soldiers bedded down in the mud using branches and straw to build rough shelters. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of a napoleonic soldier military history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h9qOCDdSgqk) 2025-10-23T15:55Z 340K followers, 756.4K engagements "The Worst Bit About the Battle of Trenton In this Survive History video Louee explains that the worst bit about the Battle of Trenton in December [----] may have been the weather. George Washington ordered his soldiers to cross the freezing Delaware River in a winter storm before marching another [--] miles to reach Trenton itself. The fighting against the British and Hessian garrison proved easy in comparison to the journey. american revolution battle of trenton revolutionary war george washington war of independence revolutionary war battles american revolutionary war us revolutionary war" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i_Zkt-Sa0X8) 2025-12-25T16:37Z 340K followers, 47.5K engagements "How Youd Make Sure a Knight Ate His Vegetables In this Survive History video Louee speaks to living historian Vicky Davies about food and cooking during the Wars of the Roses. Getting a wealthy knight to eat enough vegetables could be a problem during the 15th century since the rich preferred to eat meat and avoided food associated with the peasant class. But there was a way to ensure a knight ate his vegetables. middle ages food history medieval food history documentary could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kqNn_ZYtzXM) 2025-12-27T16:37Z 340K followers, 267.3K engagements "Who Were the Hessians In this Survive History video Louee asks who were the Hessians and what were they doing in North America during the Revolutionary War. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier during the American War of Independence explains how Hessian soldiers from Germany ended up serving in the British army during the conflict. american revolution revolutionary war british army colonial america battle of trenton george washington german soldiers military history hessian soldiers king george iii american revolutionary war revolutionary war reenactment revolutionary war" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mLL2gIsy37U) 2025-10-31T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.7M engagements "This Is How Napoleons Cannons Were Loaded and Fired How did Napoleon's artillerymen load and fire their cannons Richard Hiatt demonstrates how a small French 2-pounder cannon could be used in a Napoleonic battle. And even a small artillery piece like this one makes a big boom napoleonic wars historical reenactment napoleon [----] napoleonic soldier napoleons army french military history la grande armee survive history could you survive napoleonic wars reenactment napoleonic soldiers life of a napoleonic soldier napoleonic artillery reenactment napoleonic artillery sound napoleonic artillery" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mYihePvLrf0) 2023-12-04T17:00Z 340K followers, 5.4M engagements "Plundering the Dead During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explains the brutal practise of plundering the dead and wounded after battle during the Wars of the Roses. Defeated soldiers were often stripped and searched for hidden wealth while fingers might be snipped off to remove rings more easily. It was brutal stuff. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oMM6iF-SHhQ) 2026-01-08T16:37Z 340K followers, 1M engagements "How You'd Escape From a Burning WW2 Tank In this video we discover what a Sherman tank crew would need to do if their vehicle was hit by an armour piercing shell. In most cases a direct hit on a Sherman would lead to the tank 'brewing up' or bursting into flames so the men inside would need to bail out as quickly as possible. But escaping through a narrow tank access hatch was not easy in a hurry. It's one reason Sherman tanks were supposedly given the nickname of 'Tommy Cookers' by the Germans during World War Two. military history sherman tank driving sherman tank sound sherman tank inside" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ooTFLquwwR8) 2024-07-21T17:48Z 340K followers, 2.8M engagements "Your Survival Chances During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee discusses your chances of survival during the 15th century Wars of the Roses in England. Much would depend on what campaign you were recruited for during the thirty year conflict with the notoriously bloody Battle of Towton accounting for tens of thousands of deaths. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=osJvonX_UeY) 2026-01-29T16:37Z 340K followers, 97.3K engagements "Food for a Revolutionary War Soldier In this Survive History video Louee explains what soldiers serving in the militia during the Revolutionary War would eat on campaign. Sweet potatoes and standing corn were staples of the militia diet but not everyone was happy with the organic produce. One grumpy campaigner complained of being fed melons cucumbers green apples and "other such trash". survive history could you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american war of independence american revolution Revolutionary War documentary surviving" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p39LnRfVGdQ) 2026-02-10T16:37Z 340K followers, 78.3K engagements "Why You Couldn't Trust Generals During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explains why you'd need to be suspicious of your own commanders during the Wars of the Roses. While standing in a battle line of medieval men-at-arms he explains that on various occasions generals abandoned their men on the eve of battle or switched sides during the heat of the fighting. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tDQ2TcOu5l4) 2026-01-05T16:37Z 340K followers, 3M engagements "The Basic Armour of a Pikeman in the 17th Century In this video we show you the equipment and armour of a pikeman for warfare in the 17th century. Martin Clayton from the Marquess of Winchester's Regiment shows us how a royalist pikeman would have been dressed during the English Civil War. english civil war british civil wars new model army pikeman armor pikeman armour pikeman 17th century pikemen vs cavalry pikemen and musketeers pikemen equipment pikemen armour survival history channel survive history english civil war survive history 17th century 17th century warfare 17th century england" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vCOBvfP2rBA) 2024-03-12T17:00Z 340K followers, 1.6M engagements "Why Hessian Soldiers Really Disliked Americans In this Survive History video we explain why Hessian soldiers didn't like American colonists during the Revolutionary War. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier reveals that soldiers from the German states couldn't believe Americans were prepared to rebel against their king while living in relative prosperity. revolutionary war american revolution american history us history military history revolutionary war reenactment british army colonial america battle of trenton george washington german soldiers hessian soldiers king george" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wVnJGJoUXNM) 2025-11-03T16:37Z 340K followers, 2.4M engagements "Could You Survive as a Soldier in George Washington's Army Step back [---] years and experience the brutal reality of the American Revolutionary War. In this immersive episode of Survive History presenter Louee Dessent enlists in George Washingtons Continental Army joining the 6th Virginia Regiment living history group to uncover what it took for ordinary men to fight for American independence. Play the official SURVIVE HISTORY GAME to find out if you have what it takes 👉https://survivehistory.com/landing-page-page 🎲 Dont miss our full collaboration series on the Revolutionary War with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wm80Ne0CCQ0) 2025-09-16T11:44Z 340K followers, 210.9K engagements "Medieval Levy Troops Werent As Bad as You Think In this Survive History video Louee speaks to Tom Wilmott from the Coventry Levy about what a medieval levy actually was what made it different to a militia and what kind of equipment medieval levy troops would bring to battle. This clips is from our episode 'Could You Survive a Medieval Battle Wars of the Roses'. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wvI7aFsX1oc) 2026-01-26T16:37Z 340K followers, 280.8K engagements "How Accurate Were Revolutionary War Muskets In this Survive History video Louee explores whether the flintlock muskets of the Revolutionary War era carried by both redcoats and revolutionary soldiers were accurate or not. It's been estimated that only [--] in [---] American musket balls actually hit their target during the war's early battles and was often joked that it would require a man's weight in lead to bring him down on the battlefield. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war survive history revolutionary war american war of independence" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yIRizj6Hukc) 2026-02-13T16:37Z 340K followers, 49.6K engagements "Telling Friend and Foe Apart During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explores some of the weird and unlikely badges and symbols used during the Wars of the Roses. Household badges were used to identify the retinue of a captain on the battlefield so you could tell friend and foe apart. But with hundreds of badges to recognise you might need to do some revising. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour 15th century armor 15th century" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yjzPJK41Uas) 2026-01-02T16:37Z 340K followers, 200.6K engagements "Napoleon's Soldiers Couldn't Believe Highlanders Wore Skirts In this Survive History episode Louee explains how some French soldiers in Napoleon's army were shocked to see kilted highlanders on the battlefield at Waterloo. During the Waterloo campaign at least one French soldier who saw British highland regiments like the Black Watch thought that the British cantinieres were fighting - those were the women who followed the soldiers on campaign and sold food and other services. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=z8pQQhaQ81w) 2025-09-20T15:37Z 340K followers, 670.9K engagements "Could You Survive in Roman Fort Legionaries and Auxiliaries Step back into the first century AD with Survive History as we explore the challenges faced by Roman soldiers on the frontier of the Empire. In this immersive episode filmed at a meticulously reconstructed Roman fort on the Welsh border we explore the daily life of a Roman soldier. With Ridley Scott's Gladiator [--] due to be releases later in [----] find out what it was really like to live and die by the sword under the Roman Empire. With the help of volunteers from the Roman Military Research Society we ask whether you could survive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zCi8uQS9dFg) 2023-12-10T19:17Z 340K followers, 687.2K engagements "Who Were Napoleon's Best Troops at Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee looks at some of the strongest units in Napoleon's French army at the Battle of Waterloo. From skirmishing units known as voltigeurs to the lancers and cuirassiers of the French cavalry Napoleon had many effective troops. Arguably the experienced soldiers of the Imperial Guard were the best troops at his disposal. napoleon bonaparte napoleonic wars battle of waterloo military history napoleons army epic history grande armee could you survive survive history historical reenactment would you survive duke of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zb48NekVfTI) 2025-11-15T16:37Z 340K followers, 320K engagements "Who Had the Biggest Army at the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History compares the sizes of the two armies at the Battle of Hastings [----]. King Harold Godwinson had around 7-8000 Anglo-Saxon warriors with him far less than the English fyrd system was capable of mobilising. Duke William of Normandy had roughly the same number but had a large contingent of mounted Norman knights" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=z7vgJTiRDB0) 2024-11-19T17:01Z 205K followers, [----] engagements "This Allied Artillery Piece Was a Beast In this video Survive History presenter Louee Dessent explains why this Allied artillery piece was such a beast. The 155mm 'Long Tom' had a range of 23km and needed a crew of 14-15 men to operate. Used by US forces in every theatre of World War Two it had serious firepower and could be transported in one piece by a Mack NO truck or an M4 high speed tractor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=z95tBRWaXAA) 2024-08-31T16:00Z 195K followers, 436K engagements "Could You Survive as a Viking Pioneer Could you survive as a Viking settler in Iceland Greenland or North America Well don't forget to download Warhammer 40000: Tacticus to test your own survival skills and strategy using our exclusive link 👉 https://play.tacticusgame.com/SurviveHistory In this episode of Survive History Louee Dessent steps into the world of Viking settlers exploring what life was really like in the harsh and unforgiving North Atlantic colonies of Iceland Greenland and Vinland (North America). These Norse frontiers were some of the toughest places to survive with brutal" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RXpbTLkU4jA) 2025-03-19T16:47Z 340K followers, 70.2K engagements "Why Did King George's Redcoats Wear Wigs In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History asks the question: Why did King George's redcoat soldiers wear wigs during the 18th century Rob Elliott from Pulteney's 13th Regiment of Foot explains how the officers of the British army would wear periwigs out of concern for hygiene as they'd often shave their heads. While private soldiers would wear their hair long tied up in a ponytail called a cue that was tucked under their hats" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1DxH9k7y-g4) 2025-01-23T16:37Z 298K followers, 252.5K engagements "The Biggest Myth About the Roman Javelin In this video we debunk one of the biggest myths about the Roman javelin. Mark Hatch from the Roman Military Research Society explains why the Roman pilum did not break or bend on impact. It's a common misconception that Roman throwing spears were designed this way so they couldn't be thrown back by the enemy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2D3w3D1xQRo) 2023-12-14T17:00Z 333K followers, 3M engagements "You Wouldnt Want To Get Injured in the Napoleonic Wars In this video Louee from Survive History explains what would happen to soldiers wounded in battle during the Napoleonic Wars. You'd be loaded onto a farm cart for transport away from the frontier before ending up at a military field hospital. Here amputation of the affected limb awaited" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4YWE_zmXuLY) 2024-04-14T16:00Z 319K followers, 3.7M engagements "The Moments After the English Lost the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History explains what happened in the moments after King Harold's English army lost the Battle of Hastings [----]. Duke William's Norman knights pursued the fleeing Anglo-Saxons throughout the night with terrible descriptions of English soldiers fleeing through the woods in the dark" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6q7mDXeSD7A) 2025-07-28T15:37Z 312K followers, 120.5K engagements "Why You'd Need a Leather Jacket on the 17th Century Battlefield In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains the armour and protective gear worn by a Parliamentarian cavalry trooper during the English Civil War. He also explains why you'd need a leather jacket on the 17th century battlefield. A 'buff coat' made of stiffened leather was a major innovation that could stop sword cuts and a good one could cost more than all your armour put together" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=73laIVu_aBw) 2025-02-20T16:37Z 233K followers, [----] engagements "Roman Soldiers Never Tasted These Italian Food Staples In this video we look at staples of Italian cuisine that were never seen or tasted by Roman soldiers. Tomatoes pasta and pizza were all off the menu as were potatoes. Mark Hatch from the Roman Military Research Society explains that the mainstay of the Roman soldier's diet was the less appetising puls or porridge made from ground wheat" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8D6vCeqo3rc) 2024-01-18T17:00Z 328K followers, 5.8M engagements "Why the Shield Wall Couldnt Hold at The Battle of Hastings In this Survive History video Louee explains why King Harold's shield wall was unable to hold out at the Battle of Hastings in [----]. Witness the dramatic turning point of the Battle of Hastings as the Normans break the Anglo-Saxon shield wall. Through scenes from the Bayeux Tapestry this short retells how Norman cavalry archers and infantry wore down King Harolds army until Englands fate was sealed. The story is dramatised in the BBC series King & Conqueror" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8VZg0ZRrMdk) 2025-08-21T15:37Z 323K followers, 295.4K engagements "Why a Flag Could Be a Terrifying Sight on a 17th Century Battlefield In this video James MacDonald Watson of the Marquess of WInchester's Regiment explains the role of the ensign during the English Civil War. Carrying the company's flag or colours ensigns would brandish them in front of their enemy to taunt and intimidate them. The colours were also the rallying point for soldiers and an ensign would be expected to die defending them" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CBKHDLWT8T4) 2024-03-16T17:00Z 333K followers, 1.4M engagements "Infantry vs Cavalry During the English Civil War In this video we demonstrate how cavalry and infantry tactics in the 17th century played out on the battlefield. While the development of pike and shot tactics made direct cavalry charges extremely dangerous there were still ways cavalry commanders could get the better of infantry formations" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CqoN2sDEt20) 2024-02-29T17:00Z 316K followers, 435.1K engagements "A Soldier's Uniform in Napoleon's Army What did French soldiers wear in Napoleon's army In this video a reenactor from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne explains the uniform of a line infantry soldier during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FJnbCZ9LuEo) 2023-10-19T16:08Z 318K followers, 365.5K engagements "The Elaborate Hats Worn by Napoleon's Soldiers What did soldiers in Napoleon's army wear on their heads In this video a reenactor from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne explains what was unique about the shako worn by line infantry soldiers during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Fc7_EuCIUcE) 2023-11-01T00:00Z 300K followers, 701K engagements "The Terrible Sleeping Conditions For Napoleonic Soldiers In this Survive History video Louee explains why sleeping conditions for ordinary soldiers during the Napoleonic Wars were so bad. British soldiers in the Duke of Wellington's 95th Rifles spent weeks sleeping outdoors while on campaign with little but hedgerows and their own greatcoats for shelter. They'd wake up wet through and shivering relying on their tobacco rations to get them moving in the morning" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JOVFNwNDxNU) 2025-08-29T15:37Z 300K followers, 229.4K engagements "Was This Iconic 17th Century Helmet Actually Any Good In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains the armour and protective gear worn by a Parliamentarian cavalry trooper during the English Civil War. From the iconic three-bar pot helmet with lobster tail to the breastplate which would be tested by pistol shot the mounted soldier during the 17th century could count on effective protection" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Kjcwp9n1Llw) 2025-02-16T16:37Z 232K followers, 37.4K engagements "Viking Axes Weren't Really That Big In this video Tom Robinson of Viking reenactment group Blodorn Englar demonstrates a single-handed Viking axe. Despite Viking warriors later using the double-handed Dane axe the vast majority who fought with the Great Heathen army would've preferred an axe that was much smaller. It was still capable of striking through a shield" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N5PgP017Pr8) 2024-06-22T15:00Z 318K followers, 848.9K engagements "What Made the French Charleville Musket So Effective What musket was used by soldiers in Napoleon's army In this video a reenactor from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne explains what was unique about the Charleville musket used by line infantry soldiers during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R6YxdDw2Yvc) 2023-10-26T16:00Z 235K followers, 244.9K engagements "The Origins of Napoleon's Grande Arme In this video we explain the origins of Napoleon's Grande Arme formed in [----] from a force originally assembled for an invasion of Britain. Although the French army never crossed the English Channel it would go on to inflict crushing defeats on the major powers of Europe in battles like Austerlitz and Borodino" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T0lQ8rJZkJE) 2023-11-06T17:00Z 319K followers, 390.9K engagements "Where You'd Sleep in a WW2 Tank In this video Survive History presenter Louee Dessent asks the question: where would you sleep in a WW2 tank Filming next to a genuine Sherman tank from the Second World War he explains how tank crews would often avoid sleeping inside the tank itself instead choosing to dig a foxhole underneath it. But it wasn't entirely safe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WX7LfH4KfJQ) 2024-08-06T16:00Z 318K followers, 4.7M engagements "The Best Sharpshooter of the Napoleonic Wars In this video Louee from Survive History tells the story of Tom Plunket a soldier in the 95th Rifles and perhaps the greatest sharpshooter of the Napoleonic Wars. Armed with the accurate Baker Rifle Plunket reportedly shot [--] enemy soldiers from the roof of a convent while fighting the Spanish in Buenos Aires. But he is most famous for his exploits at the Battle of Cacabelos in [----]. Lying down in the snow he shot the French Gnral de Brigade Auguste-Marie-Franois Colbert at a range of more than [---] metres cementing his reputation as one of the best" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XHc-bscXR6E) 2024-04-06T16:00Z 325K followers, 4.1M engagements "Could You Survive a Viking Invasion "Step into the brutal and fascinating world of 9th-century Viking raiders in our latest Survive History episode. This documentary uncovers the raw realities of life as a Viking warrior during the infamous Viking invasions of England. From tactical warfare to raiding strategies discover what it took to survive in one of historys most feared armies. Explore the daily struggles and triumphs of Viking life including their legendary duels harsh living conditions and the intricate craftsmanship of their helmets swords and axes. Learn about the challenges the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_BRD5anUVcQ) 2024-06-04T16:00Z 317K followers, 211.7K engagements "The Alcoholic Drink of Choice for Roman Soldiers In this video we explore the drinking habits of Roman soldiers. While we know they drank a form of soured wine called posca there is some evidence that Roman troops in Britain enjoyed beer too. One of the Vindolanda tablets suggest soldiers on Hadrian's Wall liked it a lot" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=blZKuB1-oFY) 2024-05-04T15:00Z 322K followers, 2.8M engagements "Why You'd Probably Get Sick During the Revolutionary War In this Survive History video Louee explains why there was a high likelihood you'd get sick during the Revolutionary War. Early in the war American camps were notorious for being filthy overcrowded and smelly. Doctors and even European officers understood the dangers of living in such conditions and they'd made recommendations such as latrines being placed far away from kitchens and soldiers washing their hands and faces at least once a day though not in the same water used for drinking. Smallpox was feared above all other diseases" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c4khzblBAUw) 2025-10-22T15:37Z 298K followers, 23.3K engagements "Could You Survive on the Frontlines of WW2 Join WoWs: Legends now and get a welcome bonus and Star Trek Commander for free: https://wowsl.co/3LlBfvn Step back in time to the Normandy invasion of [----] with Survive History. In this episode we delve into the gripping experiences of ordinary Allied soldiers during Operation Overlord as they attempted to liberate Europe from Nazi occupation. Join our presenter Louee Dessent as he explores the arduous life of infantrymen serving in units like the 2nd Armored Division and crews living and fighting in armoured vehicles. Discover the challenges they" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cCet_NbxErM) 2024-07-15T17:00Z 334K followers, 362.6K engagements "This Is How Youd Tell Friend From Foe in the English Civil War In this video Louee from Survive History explains how coloured sashes or scarves were used to designate allegiance in the English Civil War. Still the system wasn't perfect. While Parliamentarian soldiers wore orange the Royalists generally chose red" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=djZuTte75d8) 2024-05-08T15:00Z 331K followers, 3.4M engagements "It Wasnt Easy Carrying Round a First World War Machine Gun In this Survive History video Louee Dessent discusses the experience of British cavalry machine gun sections during the German Spring Offensive in [----] where Vickers and Hotchkiss machine guns were carried long distances by soldiers on foot. Separated from their packhorses as they tried to shore up the British line soldiers who served in these specialist units had to lug around the Vickers gun by hand over the rough terrain of the Western Front. The Vickers weighed anywhere from [--] to [--] pounds (11 to [--] kg) with a 40-to-50-pound (18" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eceNOntvnOs) 2025-05-01T15:49Z 326K followers, 2.2M engagements "How Was Pike and Shot So Effective Against Cavalry Charges In this video we examine how infantry during the wars of the 17th century could successfully defend themselves against cavalry charges. During the English Civil War the combination of pike and shot made direct attacks by cavalry very dangerous. James MacDonald Watson of the Marquess of WInchester's Regiment part of the English Civil War Society explains how pike and shot worked together on the battlefield" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hk2fgwjGwXI) 2024-02-10T16:00Z 335K followers, 513.9K engagements "How Did Napoleon's Soldiers Stay Fit During the Napoleonic wars very little consideration was given to improving soldiers' athleticism because line infantry tactics demanded that troops stay still. Beyond dancing and sabre practice the main form of exercise for Napoleon's infantry was marching long distances. Up to 30km a day in fact" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i0oxYIxZPVY) 2024-05-20T16:00Z 319K followers, 1.1M engagements "Shooting a Powerful Roman Ballista In this video we load and shoot a powerful Roman bolt-thrower. Also known as a manuballista or scorpion this Roman artillery piece replaced the clumsy iron-plated wooden frame with a brilliantly engineered metal framework. But could we hit anything with our Roman ranged weapon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i45Yz34joVI) 2023-12-21T17:00Z 320K followers, 1.5M engagements "How You'd Use Artillery During the Napoleonic Wars In this Survive History video Richard Hiatt explains the differences between the artillery of Britain and France during the Napoleonic Wars. While the Duke of Wellington's Royal Artillery would prioritise accuracy Napoleon's Grand Battery artillery tactic would blast holes through the lines of an enemy army using dozens of large cannons" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iQQsJ8SlnoA) 2025-03-04T16:37Z 298K followers, 75.4K engagements "The British Army Wasn't Ready for the Jacobite Rebellion In this Survive History video Louee explains why the British army wasn't prepared for the Jacobite Rising of [----]. Most of its best soldiers were serving in a war against France on the continent and those posted in Scotland at the time of Bonnie Prince Charlie's landing were mostly raw recruits. They would have a tough time facing the highlanders at the Battle of Prestonpans" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=irDR4-NeVjo) 2025-07-12T15:37Z 333K followers, 813.4K engagements "Did King Harold Really Take an Arrow to the Eye In this Survive History video Louee explains the controversy around the death of King Harold Godwinson. The death of King Harold at the Battle of Hastings (1066) remains one of historys greatest mysteries. Did Harold die from an arrow to the eye or was he cut down by William the Conquerors knights This short explores the final moments of the Anglo-Saxon king and the collapse of the English shield wall. The story is dramatised in the BBC series King & Conqueror" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jDDvt76EKS4) 2025-08-25T15:37Z 330K followers, 64.2K engagements "Napoleons Soldiers Used This Tactic To Terrify the Enemy In this video reenactors from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne demonstrate a unique musket drill used by Napoleon's soldiers. Feu de deux rangs was designed to bring maximum firepower to bear on the battlefield and was used at the Battle of Marengo to break the Austrian lines" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nIMRviWJgnY) 2024-01-02T17:00Z 333K followers, 2.5M engagements "What Made the Vickers Machine Gun Cutting Edge in WW1 The Vickers machine gun was the primary machine gun of the British Army during the First World War. Used extensively during the trench warfare on the Western Front its reliability rate of fire and effective cooling system made it cutting edge for the time. It was used not only by infantry but cavalry regiments too giving British cavalry firepower as well as speed and manoeuvrability" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oaWaiCq5L5k) 2025-05-21T15:37Z 322K followers, 2.4M engagements "These Soldiers Were the Roman Empire's Secret Weapon In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains how the Roman army employed various specialist units outside the mainstream military including elite scouts pathfinders and assassins. Though units like speculatores and exploratores were often attached to the Roman legions they were expected to operate independently behind enemy lines" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rXNejizWNR0) 2025-07-08T15:37Z 328K followers, 1.2M engagements "The Myth Around the French Eagle Taken at Waterloo It's well known that Sergeant Ewart of the Scots Greys captured one of Napoleon's eagles at the Battle of Waterloo. But the man Ewart killed when taking the precious standard was not the eagle bearer of the French 105th Regiment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rgYkZkM4PDI) 2024-05-12T16:00Z 323K followers, 573.6K engagements "You Might Not Survive Winter in Viking Greenland In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains why winters in Viking colonies like Iceland and Greenland were so tough. With short days and long nights you would've existed in near constant darkness living inside a Viking longhouse. You'd also need to stockpile enough food for you and your livestock - no easy task" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ruufirUUClk) 2025-04-01T15:37Z 310K followers, 39.8K engagements "Napoleons Soldiers Werent As Well Dressed As Hollywood Suggests In this video we debunk the myth that Napoleon's soldiers were always as immaculately turned out as contemporary artworks suggest. While uniforms of the Napoleonic wars were colourful fashionable and flamboyant armies of the period often suffered supply shortages. In reality parade dress was only worn on select occasions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=szquaK_uxHU) 2024-06-03T16:00Z 313K followers, 901.9K engagements "The British Cavalry Uniform and Weapons in WW1 In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains the uniform and weapons used by the British cavalry during the First World War. Red coats had been replaced by the same khaki uniform worn by British infantry. The SMLE rifle cavalry sword and lance were all common weapons for the cavalry in 1914" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u7AVbBteVmI) 2025-05-09T15:37Z 322K followers, 1.7M engagements "What Happened to Germany's Cavalry in WW1 In this Survive History video James Homer explains what happened to Germany's cavalry in the First World War. Germany fielded a large contingent of lancers and uhlans in [----] and while they were used throughout the war on the Eastern front they were gradually phased out on the Western front during [----]. first world war the great war world war [--] military history cavalry charge great war [----] to [----] trench warfare german cavalry german cavalry ww1 german cavalry charge world war one first world war history western front could you survive ww1 survive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qovx9mTQuHU) 2025-06-10T15:37Z 339K followers, 102.3K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Why We Can't Trust Ancient Depictions of Roman Soldiers In this video Mark Hatch from the Roman Military Research Society explains why the stereotypical depiction of Roman legionaries and auxiliaries can't entirely be trusted. While the Hollywood portrayal of uniform Roman legionaries wearing identical armour might have its basis in Roman propaganda art the reality is that all types of Roman soldier would have carried a range of armour and equipment. roman army roman history roman empire ancient rome ancient history roman legion roman legions roman legionary roman legionary equipment roman"
YouTube Link 2024-03-04T17:00Z 340K followers, 1.4M engagements
"The Rich Man's Pistol During the 17th Century In this video a reenactor from the Marquess of Winchester's Regiment demonstrates how a flintlock pistol would be loaded and fired in the 17th century. Cutting edge for their time flintlock firearms were used alongside matchlock and wheellock weapons during the English Civil War with each having its own advantages and disadvantages. black powder flintlock pistol firing flintlock pistol shooting flintlock pistol fast reload english civil war 17th century warfare 17th century england 17th century dress 17th century clothing survive history english"
YouTube Link 2024-03-20T17:00Z 340K followers, 1M engagements
"Could You Survive in Rome's Elite Special Forces Step into the shadowy world of the Roman armys special forces in this thrilling episode of Survive History 🌍 Get NordVPN 2Y plan + [--] months extra ➼ https://nordvpn.com/survivehistory 👈 Its risk-free with Nords 30-day money-back guarantee Presenter Louee Dessent takes on the dangerous and secretive missions of the exploratores speculatores and frumentariithe Roman Empires scouts spies and assassins. Guided by Roman historian Dr. Simon Elliott Louee learns the ancient art of espionage at the authentic reconstructed auxiliary fort of Park in the"
YouTube Link 2024-11-21T17:43Z 340K followers, 217.6K engagements
"Why These 17th Century Cavalry Pistols Weren't That Effective In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History explains why these 17th century pistols weren't that effective. Used by Parliamentarian and Royalist cavalry troopers during the English civil war pistols were typically shot just before the moment of impact with an enemy force during a cavalry charge. But to be deadly you may need to have the barrel of the pistol touching your opponent to kill them outright such was the effectiveness of armour against pistol shot. english civil war arms and armour roundheads vs cavaliers"
YouTube Link 2025-02-12T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.4M engagements
"Meet Napoleon's Most Useful Soldiers In this video a reenactor from the French 45eme Infanterie Regiment de Ligne explains the role of the sapeur in Napoleon's army. These soldiers were extremely versatile being responsible for the building and dismantling of camps breaking down barricades and serving as regular line infantry. napoleonic wars survive history napoleon toughest men in napoleons army military history battle of waterloo napoleon history old guard napoleonic wars reenactment soldiers of the napoleonic wars uniforms napoleonic wars sappers in combat sappers army grande armee"
YouTube Link 2024-04-02T16:48Z 340K followers, 1.7M engagements
"The Toughest Soldiers in the Anglo-Saxon Army In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History looks at the role of the fearsome huscarls at the Battle of Hastings [----]. Wielding two-handed axes the huscarls were King Harold's personal bodyguard. Depictions of them on the Bayeux tapestry show just how effective they were in battle. medieval england anglo saxons anglo saxon england anglo saxon history stamford bridge anglo saxon middle ages medieval history battle of hastings huscarl saxon huscarls king harold godwinson battle of hastings [----] battle of hastings documentary medieval warfare"
YouTube Link 2024-11-07T17:00Z 340K followers, 956.8K engagements
"How a Pikeman Would Fight on a 17th Century Battlefield In this video a reenactor from the Marquess of Winchester's Regiment demonstrates how a pikemen would fight on a 17th century battlefield. Carrying a 16-foot ash pike the main role of pikemen during the English Civil War was to defend musketeers against enemy cavalry. But pike formations could also be ordered to engage each other. military history pike and shot pike and shot warfare evolution of warfare pike square english civil war military history channel pikemen vs cavalry pikeman survive history could you survive english civil war"
YouTube Link 2024-02-17T17:00Z 340K followers, 11.6M engagements
"A Nasty Weapon Carried By Highland Clansmen in the 18th Century In this Survive History video Tod Booth from reenactment group Rose and Thistle explains why the dirk was a particularly useful weapon for highland clansmen in the 18th century. Widely used by highland warriors during the Jacobite rebellion the dirk was used in combination with the targe during a highland charge. It proved particularly effective at the Battle of Prestonpans in [----]. scottish history highland charge jacobite rising scottish highlands historical battles highland clans highland clan battles scottish highland clans"
YouTube Link 2024-09-28T16:00Z 340K followers, 7.3M engagements
"A Common Misconception About the British Army During the Jacobite Rebellion Louee Dessent from Survive History discusses the nature of the British army during the Jacobite rebellion with Rob Elliott from Pulteney's 13th Regiment of Foot - a living history group depicting a company of King George's redcoats during the 18th century. It's a common misconception that the Jacobite Risings were a conflict between England and Scotland but the British army during this period recruited from all parts of the United Kingdom and Ireland. jacobite rebellion battle of culloden scottish history battle of"
YouTube Link 2024-10-10T16:00Z 340K followers, 1.8M engagements
"How Did Napoleon's Soldiers Deal With Cavalry In this video we explain how Napoleonic infantry defended themselves against a terrifying cavalry charge. In defence Napoleon deployed giant divisional squares to deal with the mounted Mamluks in Egypt. In attack he was adept at making cavalry and artillery work together. From light lancers and uhlans to heavily armoured cuirassiers the French cavalry was the envy of other European powers. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory napoleonic wars napoleon bonaparte military history battle of waterloo infantry tactics duke of wellington cavalry"
YouTube Link 2023-11-12T17:00Z 340K followers, 369.1K engagements
"How To Break Through a Viking Shield Wall In this video Louee Dessent joins a Viking shield wall to see what it might have been like to take to the battlefield with the Great Viking Army. The shield wall was a hard formation to break and remained in use for centuries but there were ways to break through it including using a wedge formation or 'boar snout'. Survive History recreates a Viking army facing an onslaught of Saxon warriors. shield wall history documentary viking shield wall viking history viking weapons middle ages shield wall scene shield wall battle history documentary new how to"
YouTube Link 2024-06-07T18:29Z 340K followers, 1.1M engagements
"Life on the March During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explains that while the campaigning season tended to be short during the Wars of the Roses life on the march could still be brutal. Edward IV led his army on a tough forced march in blazing heat before the Battle of Tewkesbury but astonishingly still won the battle. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton"
YouTube Link 2026-01-11T16:37Z 340K followers, 246.3K engagements
"These Napoleonic Soldiers Had a Reputation for Eating Dog Meat In this Survive History video Louee explains some of the stereotypes surrounding European soldiers serving in the Duke of Wellington's army. During the Waterloo campaign the British soldiers served alongside armies from Belgium the German states and Prussia as they tried to stop Napoleon. Soldiers from Brunswick in their distinctive black uniforms were unpopular with the British because of a reputation for eating dog meat. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier"
YouTube Link 2025-09-08T15:37Z 340K followers, 2.7M engagements
"Napoleon's Soldiers Used This Intense Musket Drill How did Napoleon's soldiers stay calm under fire Matt Groves of the 21eme de ligne demonstrates the firing drill that all French soldiers were required to master. It allowed a trained soldier to fire three or four shots per minute. napoleonic wars historical reenactment napoleon [----] napoleonic soldier napoleons army french military history line infantry napoleonic musket drill napoleonic musket fire musket napoleonic wars musket drill commands french musket drill musket loading drill line infantry reenactment la grande armee survive history"
YouTube Link 2023-11-19T17:00Z 340K followers, 5.7M engagements
"Why King Harold Put Himself at Risk at the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History explains why King Harold Godwinson placed himself at risk at the Battle of Hastings. As an Anglo-Saxon king Harold was expected to fight with his men in the front rank of the shield wall. While this provided inspiration to the English troops it compromised Harold's command and control of his army. battle of hastings norman conquest harold godwinson william the conqueror medieval warfare bayeux tapestry british history english history battle of hastings [----] battle of hastings"
YouTube Link 2025-03-16T16:37Z 338K followers, 319.4K engagements
"The Best Insults of the Revolutionary War In this Survive History video Louee explains some of the best insults used during the Revolutionary War. Americans who favoured independence had a word for those that remained loyal to the Crown and vice versa - tories and whigs were both common insults. The barbs were even worse between red coated British soldiers often called lobsterbacks and revolutionary troublemakers derided as Jonathans. With riots becoming a regular occurrence in American cities and militia ranks swelling with disgruntled colonists more than insults would be exchanged before"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T15:37Z 340K followers, 417.9K engagements
"You've Just Dropped into a Wars of the Roses Battle In this Survive History video Louee is dropped into the middle of a medieval battle during the Wars of the Roses. It's the first clip from our full episode 'Could You Survive the Wars of the Roses' could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth longbow longbow vs armor medieval food medieval life man at arms medieval battle"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T16:37Z 340K followers, 108.1K engagements
"The Toughest Men in Napoleon's Army Were these the toughest men in Napoleon's Grande Arme In this video a reenactor explains the role of a sapeur during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory napoleonic wars napoleonic soldier napoleons army military history french empire uniform historical reenactment napoleonic uniform military uniforms french military history historical accuracy reenactment uniform grand armee Sapeur Napoleon's Army French Army Sapeurs Napoleonic Era Soldiers Imperial French Army Military History Channel Napoleonic Wars History French Military"
YouTube Link 2023-10-23T16:00Z 338K followers, 5M engagements
"The Moment King Harold Lost the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History looks at the moment the Battle of Hastings swung against King Harold in [----]. A partial Norman retreat tempted the English fyrd to break out of the shield wall and charge down the hill after the fleeing Normans. But this placed them at the mercy of Duke William's Norman knights who were able to spring a trap. William then used so-called feigned retreats to finish the job. battle of hastings norman conquest harold godwinson william the conqueror medieval warfare bayeux tapestry british history"
YouTube Link 2025-07-24T15:37Z 338K followers, 136K engagements
"Scottish Highland Clans Didn't Have Their Own Tartans In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History talks to Tod Booth from reenactment group Rose and Thistle to find out whether highland clans really had their own tartans in the 18th century. While regional tartans might have existed it turns out that clan tartans were a later invention. Bagpipes on the other hand were used during the 18th century in Scotland though they aren't uniquely Scottish. scottish history highland charge jacobite rising scottish highlands historical battles highland clans highland clan battles scottish highland"
YouTube Link 2024-11-17T17:00Z 339K followers, 594.4K engagements
"Working Conditions Weren't Great at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains why working conditions weren't great for soldiers fighting at the Battle of Waterloo. The air became so hot with the number of projectiles flying back and forth that being in the front line was like 'standing at the face of the oven'. The noise of battle was so deafening that an officer's orders could barely be heard by the man next to them. And choking smoke filled the battlefield so much so that Prussian reinforcements couldn't make out the French or Allied army when they arrived and had"
YouTube Link 2025-09-28T15:37Z 340K followers, 161.7K engagements
"This Is One of the Only Confirmed Viking Helmets In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History speaks to Tom Robinson of Blodorn Englar about Viking helmets. The Gjermundbu helmet is one of the few helmets discovered that we know is 100% Vikings being discovered in Norway and probably dating to the 10th century. vikings viking helmet vikings valhalla survive history Gjermundbu helmet could you survive could you survive as a viking viking invasion viking invasion of england viking weapons and armor viking weapons documentary vikings valhalla season [--] vikings history survival history channel"
YouTube Link 2024-07-09T18:55Z 340K followers, 594.5K engagements
"One Reason Medieval Battles Were So Confusing In this Survive History video Louee explains why medieval battles during the Wars of the Roses were so confusing. With so many badges and banners to recognise on the battlefield it was easy to mistake your own men for the enemy or vice versa. This happened during the Battle of Barnet where soldiers fighting for the Earl of Warwick mistook the star badge of their allies for the sun badge of their enemy Edward IV. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses"
YouTube Link 2025-12-24T16:37Z 340K followers, 287.9K engagements
"Could You Survive the English Civil War Step back into the 17th century with Survive History and experience the adrenaline-fueled world of cavalry troopers during the English Civil War. In this immersive episode we ride alongside Parliamentarian and Royalist cavalry soldiers donning their authentic equipment and delving into their rigorous training regimen. With help from the Worcestershire Cavalry and Marquess of Winchesters Regiment we use contemporary sources and a little firsthand experience to explore what life was in the saddle for Roundheads and Cavaliers. We discover why Prince"
YouTube Link 2024-01-29T18:00Z 340K followers, 372.3K engagements
"What Its Like To Be Shot by a Medieval Longbow In this Survive History video Louee experiences what it's like to be shot by a longbow while wearing 15th century plate armour. Marching in formation with a group of medieval reenactors in armour Louee marches towards archers shooting powerful longbows. This is what men-at-arms would've experienced at the Battle of Towton during the Wars of the Roses. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.3M engagements
"Were Revolutionary Militia Actually Any Good In this Survive History video Louee explains that while popular culture has given us an inflated sense of the abilities of Revolutionary militia the reality was quite different. Untrained and inexperienced many simply fled when faced with professional British soldiers. But as they were relied on to swing the War of Independence in the south they did eventually prove their worth. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american war of independence"
YouTube Link 2025-11-30T16:37Z 340K followers, 312.1K engagements
"Could You Survive the Battle of Waterloo On 18th June [----] the Battle of Waterloo decided the fate of Napoleon and reshaped Europe forever. But what did this epic clash really feel like for the ordinary soldiers in the mud smoke and chaos of battle #BattleOfWaterloo #NapoleonicWars #SurviveHistory A big thanks to our sponsor @HungryMindsArt You can get the 'The Book: The Ultimate Guide to Rebuilding Civilisation' at this link 👉 https://mdsh.io/survivehistory Don't forget to use Promocode: SURVIVEHISTORY10 (valid for [--] month) #thebook #howtorebuildcivilization #hungryminds In this full-length"
YouTube Link 2025-08-31T16:00Z 340K followers, 318.4K engagements
"Hessians or Redcoats Who Was Better In this Survive History video we explore whether Hessian soldiers or British redcoats performed better during the Revolutionary War. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier reveals that soldiers from the German states acted as an auxiliary corps within the British army making it difficult to consider them as separate to the regular British troops. However questions were asked about their abilities after the defeat of Hessian troops at the Battle of Trenton. revolutionary war american revolution american history us history military history"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T16:37Z 340K followers, 261.2K engagements
"The Toughest Soldiers in a Medieval Army In this Survive History video reenactor Richard Pearce explains why English longbowmen were so effective on the battlefield during the medieval period. Not only did longbows have a greater rate of fire than crossbows but English archers were notorious for being vicious in battle using hatchets mallets and knives against armoured opponents. English archers were feared during the Hundred Years War in France and during the Wars of the Roses. medieval times middle ages could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T16:37Z 340K followers, 355.9K engagements
"These Guys Made Up the Bulk of English Medieval Armies In this Survive History video Louee explains how archers made up the bulk of English armies during the medieval period. During the Hundred Years War and Wars of the Roses longbowmen might make up 80% of a fighting force. Englishmen were expected to practice with the longbow regularly but the quality and equipment of English bowmen did vary widely. medieval times middle ages could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.8M engagements
"Could You Survive These Brutal Battles From History Experience the brutal reality of history's most seismic military clashes in this ultimate compilation from the Could You Survive series From the chaos of the Anglo-Saxon shield wall at Hastings and the merciless rout at Towton to the deadly Highland Charge at Culloden and the relentless attrition of the Battle of the Somme and Normandy. Witness the moments where survival was far from guaranteed exploring pivotal conflicts across every eraincluding the English Civil War clashes at Marston Moor and the decisive American Revolutionary War"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T18:00Z 340K followers, 75K engagements
"The Nasty Weapons Needed to Defeat an Armoured Knight In this Survive History video Louee speaks to medieval reenactor Richard Griffin about the nasty weapons needed to defeat a fully armoured knight during the medieval period. Longswords with a rigid blade were perfect for finding the weak points in plate armour under the armpits for example. Short axes and daggers might be needed to finish off an armoured knight on the ground. The weapons demonstrated in this video were all used during the Wars of the Roses. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T16:37Z 340K followers, 285.5K engagements
"Fighting in a Medieval Duel but You Have No Experience In this Survive History video Louee experiences what it might be like to fight a medieval duel wearing full plate armour. He quickly discovers that limited visibility and no sword fighting experience make it very difficult. This is a clip from our episode 'Could You Survive a Medieval Battle Wars of the Roses' filmed with 15th century living history group the Coventry Levy. sword fight armored combat knight fight knight duel historical duel medival combat armored duel real knight fight sword fight scene armored fight could you survive"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T16:37Z 340K followers, 65.8K engagements
"The Most Terrifying Weapon on the Medieval Battlefield In this Survive History video Louee speaks to medieval reenactor Richard Griffin about the poleaxe - arguably the most terrifying weapon on the medieval battlefield. The poleaxe was effective against fighting armoured opponents knights on horseback and everyone else during the Wars of the Roses. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth medieval"
YouTube Link 2025-12-09T16:37Z 340K followers, 620.4K engagements
"Could You Survive in George Washington's Militia Revolutionary War Step back in time to the brutal civil war that defined the final years of the American Revolution. And dont forget to test your own wartime skills by playing Supremacy [----] 👉https://s1914.onelink.me/TX2k/SURHI001 In this compelling episode of Survive History host Louee Dessent explores the life of the Patriot militiathe untrained fiercely independent citizen soldiers who determined the fate of the war in the Carolinas and Georgia. In the second part of our unique collaboration series with History Hit well try to survive the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-03T17:00Z 340K followers, 103.6K engagements
"Why Wellington Didn't Build Fortifications at Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains why the Duke of Wellington didn't build fortifications along the Mont St Jean ridge before the Battle of Waterloo. Rob Elliott portraying the Duke agrees that Wellington's strategy encouraged Napoleon to attack. duke of wellington napoleonic wars battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte military history waterloo [----] napoleonic soldier survive history could you survive could you survive as a napoleonic soldier historical reenactment battle of waterloo [----] life of a napoleonic soldier surviving"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T16:37Z 340K followers, 827.9K engagements
"How You'd Go to the Toilet in Medieval Plate Armour In this Survive History video Louee explains how you'd go to the toilet wearing a full suit of armour in the 15th century. Going for a number one wasn't especially difficult as you could shift and unbuckle pieces of armour to do your business. But you may need a squire's help to go for a number two as they'd need to unhook the skirt plate at the back. medieval armour plate armor middle ages living history going to the toilet in armour could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T16:37Z 340K followers, 434.5K engagements
"Who Got To Carry a Thompson Submachine Gun in WW2 In this video Survive History presenter Louee Dessent asks: who got to carry a Thompson submachine gun in WW2 While regular GIs carried the M1 Garand rifle the Thompson was generally issued to the rank of sergeant and above and was the perfect weapons for clearing bunkers and close quarters fighting. tommy gun submachine gun thompson submachine gun thompson gun world war two world war [--] world war tommy gun shooting survive history ww2 survive history could you survive call of duty weapons of ww2 guns of ww2 battle of normandy allied weapons"
YouTube Link 2024-08-18T16:00Z 340K followers, 6.4M engagements
"You Wouldnt Want To Be Wounded in the Revolutionary War In this Survive History video Louee explains why you wouldn't want to be a wounded soldier during the Revolutionary War in North America. If they weren't picked up by their comrades soldiers wounded on the battlefield may have to wait for days to be evacuated by family members or quakers. During the brutal partisan war in the south both sides took to hiding injured troops in the woods to avoid enemy raiders. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history"
YouTube Link 2025-12-03T16:37Z 340K followers, 86.8K engagements
"POV Fighting in Line at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee examines what it was like to actually fight in line at the Battle of Waterloo. Taking part in the [----] Waterloo reenactment event he explains how the battlefield environment is designed to make you panic and how constant training would be required to keep soldiers focussed. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of a napoleonic soldier military history battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte surviving history battle of waterloo [----] duke"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T16:37Z 340K followers, 228.6K engagements
"What Were the Key Defences for a Roman Fort In this video Louee Dessent explains the key components for the defence of a Roman fort on the frontier. The deep V-shaped ditch turfed ramparts wooden palisade gatehouses and towers all made tricky obstacles for would-be attackers. Roman soldiers could also rain down projectiles using bolt-throwers bows and javelins. roman empire ancient history roman army roman history roman soldier life roman fortress roman fortifications roman forts in britain roman fort construction roman fortified encampment roman fort layout roman fort design roman fort"
YouTube Link 2023-12-17T17:00Z 340K followers, 2.4M engagements
"Getting Dressed For Battle in the 15th Century In this Survive History video Louee gets dressed in 15th century plate armour. Starting from the sabatons on the feet and finishing with a helmet Louee is helped by two squires until he is almost fully covered in medieval plate armour. This style of armour was common during the Wars of the Roses. middle ages getting dressed medieval warfare man at arms wars of the roses could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval armour plate armor test"
YouTube Link 2025-12-30T16:37Z 340K followers, 477.8K engagements
"Wellington's Tactical Masterstroke at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video we explain the Duke of Wellington's tactical masterstroke at the Battle of Waterloo positioning the majority of his army on the reverse slope of the Mont St Jean ridge. Rob Elliott portraying Wellington at the [----] Waterloo reenactment event agrees that the deployment of the British and Dutch army protected it from Napoleon's artillery and Grand Battery. duke of wellington napoleonic wars battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte military history waterloo [----] napoleonic soldier survive history could you"
YouTube Link 2025-11-12T16:37Z 340K followers, 212.2K engagements
"Probably the Biggest Myth About the Revolutionary Militia In this Survive History video Louee explains that very few militia troops during the Revoltionary War carried accurate long rifles. The so-called Kentucky rifle was particularly rare with most carrying functional smoothbore muskets. There were dedicated rifle companies in the Continental Army and some famous crackshots but it's a myth that militia were regularly sniping at British soldiers from a distance. survive history could you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T16:37Z 340K followers, 2.1M engagements
"The Equipment of a Hessian Soldier In this Survive History video we explain the equipment carried by a Hessian soldier during the Revolutionary War in America. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier during the American War of Independence highlights the unusual metallic hat field canteen and saber carried by Hessian troops serving alongside the British army. american revolution revolutionary war british army colonial america battle of trenton george washington german soldiers military history hessian soldiers king george iii american revolutionary war revolutionary war"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T16:37Z 340K followers, 662.6K engagements
"The Grim Fate of Wounded Soldiers at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains the grim fate of some wounded soldiers at the Battle of Waterloo. When news of victory reached London three days after the battle there were still injured men being carted off the battlefield at Waterloo. Lying there at night in agony the locals would creep on to the battlefield and try and take healthy teeth from young victims to use as dentures. For years afterwards dentures became known as 'Waterloo Teeth'. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T16:37Z 340K followers, 534.8K engagements
"What Three Things Marked Out a Roman Centurion In this video we discover what three things marked out a Roman centurion within a legion. Mark Hatch from the Roman Military Research Society takes us through the key attributes of these fearsome ancient warriors. A helmet crest greaves and a vine-stick for 'correcting disciplinary issues' were all symbols of the centurion's position and authority. roman army roman history roman legion roman centurion armor roman centurion helmet roman centurion training roman arms and roman weapons and armor roman weapons roman arms and armor structure of a"
YouTube Link 2023-12-11T17:00Z 340K followers, 1.6M engagements
"Could You Survive a Medieval Battle Wars of the Roses Could you survive as a common soldier in the Wars of the Roses Lets find out. Thanks to our sponsor Flexispot Upgrade your setup this Black Friday and save big Its the perfect time to finally get the gear youve been eyeing at a price youll love. Enter my exclusive code C730 and save $30 on the C7 ergonomic chair Flexispot C7 Chair: US https://bit.ly/47SfUUY CA https://bit.ly/49qRCnA In this episode Im dropped into the middle of one of the most brutal and misunderstood civil wars in English history. Forget the myths about York vs Lancaster"
YouTube Link 2025-11-30T18:00Z 340K followers, 139.1K engagements
"Standing in an Infantry Square at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains what it was like to stand in an infantry square at the Battle of Waterloo. British Dutch and German troops faced the might of Napoleon's cavalry standing in square including lancers and French cuirassiers. But even more terrifying for the soldiers stood in squares were the cannons of Napoleon's Grand Battery. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of a napoleonic soldier military history battle of waterloo napoleon"
YouTube Link 2025-09-16T15:37Z 340K followers, 311.1K engagements
"French Soldiers Werent Interested in the American Revolutionary Cause In this Survive History video Louee explains that soldiers of the French royal army probably had little interest in the American revolutionary cause during the War of Independence. French troops played a major role in the attack on Savannah in [----] but weren't there as revolutionaries or idealists. In the British the French and American revolutionaries simply had a common enemy. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T16:37Z 340K followers, 182.1K engagements
"Did Wellington's Highlanders Really Eat Dead Frenchmen In this Survive History video Louee explains the reality behind the legend of British highland soldiers eating dead Frenchmen before the Battle of Waterloo. After their heroics at the Battle of Quatre Bras one soldier of the 92nd recorded using the breastplates of slain French cuirassiers to cook their beef ration although apparently the bullet holes lost them much of the gravy. Legend has it that some Dutch soldiers who witnessed them around the campfire believed they were cooking slices of dead Frenchmen. napoleonic wars survive history"
YouTube Link 2025-10-06T15:37Z 340K followers, 1.6M engagements
"Why Would You Fight in George Washington's Army In this Survive History video Louee explains why you might fight in George Washington's army during the Revolutionary War. There are many reasons you might have signed up from genuine political conviction to boredom or poverty. But few young men could have realised just how tough it would be to campaign against the British. Not to mention hunger disease and the elements. Or considered that they might not live to see the birth of the United States. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war american"
YouTube Link 2025-10-10T15:37Z 340K followers, 416.9K engagements
"Why Medieval Soldiers Drank So Much Beer In this Survive History video Louee speaks to living historian Vicky Davies about small beer - a common drink for medieval soldiers and knights during the Wars of the Roses. medieval life middle ages medieval beer medieval ale medieval history medieval times could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth man at arms medieval battle living history war of the roses wars of the roses"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T16:37Z 340K followers, 119.4K engagements
"French Soldiers Were Relieved To Be in North America In this Survive History video a reenactor portraying a French soldier during the Revolutionary War explains why French troops might be relieved to be deployed to North America. French soldiers deployed to the Caribbean or other parts of the French Empire might suffer badly from tropical diseases so fighting alongside the continental army against the British was a welcome opportunity. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american war of"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T16:37Z 340K followers, 63K engagements
"The Duke of Wellington's Worst Fear at Waterloo In this Survive History we explore the Duke of Wellington's worst fear ahead of the Battle of Waterloo. Rob Elliott portraying Wellington for the [----] Waterloo reenactment event explains how crucial it was to the general's strategy that the Prussians under Marshal Blucher should arrive to assist him. duke of wellington napoleonic wars battle of waterloo napoleon bonaparte military history waterloo [----] napoleonic soldier survive history could you survive could you survive as a napoleonic soldier historical reenactment battle of waterloo 2025"
YouTube Link 2025-11-09T16:37Z 340K followers, 377.4K engagements
"Could You Survive the Jacobite Rebellion Could you endure the hardships of life as a Redcoat soldier in King George's army during the Jacobite Rising of [----] This full Survive History documentary takes you deep into the experience of British troops battling Charles Edward Stuarts Jacobite forces. Dive into your first War Thunder battle using our link and receive a major bonus pack to get you off to a winning start 👉 https://playwt.link/survivehistory From harsh battlefield conditions to gruelling marches we explore the realities of military life in one of Britain's most turbulent eras."
YouTube Link 2024-08-30T16:00Z 340K followers, 507.7K engagements
"Why Capturing a Flag at the Battle of Waterloo Was So Tough In this Survive History video Louee explains why flags were so important at the Battle of Waterloo. Regimental colours were the pride and joy of soldiers serving in the Allied units as Napoleon's eagle standards were revered by French soldiers. Some of the regimental flags at the Battle of Waterloo were little more than tattered shreds of cloth having been brought through the major battles of the Peninsular War. Soldiers on both sides would attempt to take the regimental colours of the enemy but British standards were guarded by a"
YouTube Link 2025-09-24T15:37Z 340K followers, 300.2K engagements
"Running Away From Battle Wasnt Easy in Armour In this Survive History video Louee explains how running away from battle wasn't easy while wearing a full suit of armour. The majority of casualties during the battles of the Wars of the Roses came during a rout where the victorious army chased down exhausted opponents. One example is the notoriously bloody Battle of Towton. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T16:37Z 340K followers, 221.2K engagements
"Your Survival Chances at the Battle of Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains what your survival chances were at the Battle of Waterloo in [----]. Estimates are the best we can do when it comes to the total losses at Waterloo because the units involved weren't keeping detailed records in the aftermath. But its reckoned of the three armies who took the field some [------] men fighting for the Allied French and Prussian armies around [-----] were unaccounted for in the following days. It was a devastating casualty rate with Napoleon's soldiers suffering the worst. napoleonic wars"
YouTube Link 2025-10-02T15:37Z 340K followers, 139.2K engagements
"Some Revolutionary Soldiers Did This to Protect Themselves from Smallpox In this Survive History video Louee explains how some soldiers during the Revolutionary War tried to protect themselves from smallpox. Inoculation against smallpox was not a new idea. In fact the British had used it during the Seven Years War. And we know some American soldiers actually tried the procedure on themselves. Taking something like a pine needle or other sharp implement theyd pierce one of the pus-filled blisters on the infected persons skin. And then they'd effectively inject themselves usually under the"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T15:37Z 340K followers, 190.4K engagements
"Youd Probably Carry This Weapon in the Revolutionary Militia In this Survive History video Louee explains that muskets were relatively uncommon among militia troops during the Revolutionary War but most would carry tomahawks. Perhaps only one in five colonists owned a firearm presenting major challenges to revolutionary leaders who had to equip militia regiments to fight the British redcoats. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war survive history revolutionary war american war of independence american revolution Revolutionary War documentary"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T16:37Z 340K followers, 484.7K engagements
"Could You Survive in the WW1 Cavalry Western Front What was it really like to ride into battle as a cavalryman in the First World War Play Supremacy [----] for FREE on PC iOS or Android: 💥 https://s1914.onelink.me/TX2k/SUHI001 Receive a Unique Starter Pack available only for the next [--] days In this immersive episode of Survive History host Louee Dessent dons full WW1 British cavalry gearincluding the SMLE rifle cavalry sword and uniformand joins a cavalry unit for authentic maneuvers and drills. From riding in cavalry charges to working in machine-gun teams we bring you as close as possible"
YouTube Link 2025-04-29T15:37Z 340K followers, 180.1K engagements
"Why You Wouldnt Sleep Much the Night Before Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee explains why soldiers wouldn't have slept much the night before the Battle of Waterloo. Soldiers of the Napoleonic Wars were used to miserable sleeping conditions but even they found the night of June 17th particularly grim. In the pouring rain with no food to be found soldiers bedded down in the mud using branches and straw to build rough shelters. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of a napoleonic soldier military history"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T15:55Z 340K followers, 756.4K engagements
"The Worst Bit About the Battle of Trenton In this Survive History video Louee explains that the worst bit about the Battle of Trenton in December [----] may have been the weather. George Washington ordered his soldiers to cross the freezing Delaware River in a winter storm before marching another [--] miles to reach Trenton itself. The fighting against the British and Hessian garrison proved easy in comparison to the journey. american revolution battle of trenton revolutionary war george washington war of independence revolutionary war battles american revolutionary war us revolutionary war"
YouTube Link 2025-12-25T16:37Z 340K followers, 47.5K engagements
"How Youd Make Sure a Knight Ate His Vegetables In this Survive History video Louee speaks to living historian Vicky Davies about food and cooking during the Wars of the Roses. Getting a wealthy knight to eat enough vegetables could be a problem during the 15th century since the rich preferred to eat meat and avoided food associated with the peasant class. But there was a way to ensure a knight ate his vegetables. middle ages food history medieval food history documentary could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T16:37Z 340K followers, 267.3K engagements
"Who Were the Hessians In this Survive History video Louee asks who were the Hessians and what were they doing in North America during the Revolutionary War. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier during the American War of Independence explains how Hessian soldiers from Germany ended up serving in the British army during the conflict. american revolution revolutionary war british army colonial america battle of trenton george washington german soldiers military history hessian soldiers king george iii american revolutionary war revolutionary war reenactment revolutionary war"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T16:37Z 340K followers, 1.7M engagements
"This Is How Napoleons Cannons Were Loaded and Fired How did Napoleon's artillerymen load and fire their cannons Richard Hiatt demonstrates how a small French 2-pounder cannon could be used in a Napoleonic battle. And even a small artillery piece like this one makes a big boom napoleonic wars historical reenactment napoleon [----] napoleonic soldier napoleons army french military history la grande armee survive history could you survive napoleonic wars reenactment napoleonic soldiers life of a napoleonic soldier napoleonic artillery reenactment napoleonic artillery sound napoleonic artillery"
YouTube Link 2023-12-04T17:00Z 340K followers, 5.4M engagements
"Plundering the Dead During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explains the brutal practise of plundering the dead and wounded after battle during the Wars of the Roses. Defeated soldiers were often stripped and searched for hidden wealth while fingers might be snipped off to remove rings more easily. It was brutal stuff. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T16:37Z 340K followers, 1M engagements
"How You'd Escape From a Burning WW2 Tank In this video we discover what a Sherman tank crew would need to do if their vehicle was hit by an armour piercing shell. In most cases a direct hit on a Sherman would lead to the tank 'brewing up' or bursting into flames so the men inside would need to bail out as quickly as possible. But escaping through a narrow tank access hatch was not easy in a hurry. It's one reason Sherman tanks were supposedly given the nickname of 'Tommy Cookers' by the Germans during World War Two. military history sherman tank driving sherman tank sound sherman tank inside"
YouTube Link 2024-07-21T17:48Z 340K followers, 2.8M engagements
"Your Survival Chances During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee discusses your chances of survival during the 15th century Wars of the Roses in England. Much would depend on what campaign you were recruited for during the thirty year conflict with the notoriously bloody Battle of Towton accounting for tens of thousands of deaths. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of bosworth"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T16:37Z 340K followers, 97.3K engagements
"Food for a Revolutionary War Soldier In this Survive History video Louee explains what soldiers serving in the militia during the Revolutionary War would eat on campaign. Sweet potatoes and standing corn were staples of the militia diet but not everyone was happy with the organic produce. One grumpy campaigner complained of being fed melons cucumbers green apples and "other such trash". survive history could you survive military history revolutionary war george washington survive history revolutionary war american war of independence american revolution Revolutionary War documentary surviving"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T16:37Z 340K followers, 78.3K engagements
"Why You Couldn't Trust Generals During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explains why you'd need to be suspicious of your own commanders during the Wars of the Roses. While standing in a battle line of medieval men-at-arms he explains that on various occasions generals abandoned their men on the eve of battle or switched sides during the heat of the fighting. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T16:37Z 340K followers, 3M engagements
"The Basic Armour of a Pikeman in the 17th Century In this video we show you the equipment and armour of a pikeman for warfare in the 17th century. Martin Clayton from the Marquess of Winchester's Regiment shows us how a royalist pikeman would have been dressed during the English Civil War. english civil war british civil wars new model army pikeman armor pikeman armour pikeman 17th century pikemen vs cavalry pikemen and musketeers pikemen equipment pikemen armour survival history channel survive history english civil war survive history 17th century 17th century warfare 17th century england"
YouTube Link 2024-03-12T17:00Z 340K followers, 1.6M engagements
"Why Hessian Soldiers Really Disliked Americans In this Survive History video we explain why Hessian soldiers didn't like American colonists during the Revolutionary War. Marshall Beresford who portrays a Hessian grenadier reveals that soldiers from the German states couldn't believe Americans were prepared to rebel against their king while living in relative prosperity. revolutionary war american revolution american history us history military history revolutionary war reenactment british army colonial america battle of trenton george washington german soldiers hessian soldiers king george"
YouTube Link 2025-11-03T16:37Z 340K followers, 2.4M engagements
"Could You Survive as a Soldier in George Washington's Army Step back [---] years and experience the brutal reality of the American Revolutionary War. In this immersive episode of Survive History presenter Louee Dessent enlists in George Washingtons Continental Army joining the 6th Virginia Regiment living history group to uncover what it took for ordinary men to fight for American independence. Play the official SURVIVE HISTORY GAME to find out if you have what it takes 👉https://survivehistory.com/landing-page-page 🎲 Dont miss our full collaboration series on the Revolutionary War with"
YouTube Link 2025-09-16T11:44Z 340K followers, 210.9K engagements
"Medieval Levy Troops Werent As Bad as You Think In this Survive History video Louee speaks to Tom Wilmott from the Coventry Levy about what a medieval levy actually was what made it different to a militia and what kind of equipment medieval levy troops would bring to battle. This clips is from our episode 'Could You Survive a Medieval Battle Wars of the Roses'. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour plate armor test 15th century armor 15th century england battle of towton battle of"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T16:37Z 340K followers, 280.8K engagements
"How Accurate Were Revolutionary War Muskets In this Survive History video Louee explores whether the flintlock muskets of the Revolutionary War era carried by both redcoats and revolutionary soldiers were accurate or not. It's been estimated that only [--] in [---] American musket balls actually hit their target during the war's early battles and was often joked that it would require a man's weight in lead to bring him down on the battlefield. survive history could you survive would you survive military history revolutionary war survive history revolutionary war american war of independence"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T16:37Z 340K followers, 49.6K engagements
"Telling Friend and Foe Apart During the Wars of the Roses In this Survive History video Louee explores some of the weird and unlikely badges and symbols used during the Wars of the Roses. Household badges were used to identify the retinue of a captain on the battlefield so you could tell friend and foe apart. But with hundreds of badges to recognise you might need to do some revising. could you survive survive history would you survive military history surviving history wars of the roses documentary wars of the roses battles medieval warfare medieval armour 15th century armor 15th century"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T16:37Z 340K followers, 200.6K engagements
"Napoleon's Soldiers Couldn't Believe Highlanders Wore Skirts In this Survive History episode Louee explains how some French soldiers in Napoleon's army were shocked to see kilted highlanders on the battlefield at Waterloo. During the Waterloo campaign at least one French soldier who saw British highland regiments like the Black Watch thought that the British cantinieres were fighting - those were the women who followed the soldiers on campaign and sold food and other services. napoleonic wars survive history could you survive would you survive historical reenactment napoleonic soldier life of"
YouTube Link 2025-09-20T15:37Z 340K followers, 670.9K engagements
"Could You Survive in Roman Fort Legionaries and Auxiliaries Step back into the first century AD with Survive History as we explore the challenges faced by Roman soldiers on the frontier of the Empire. In this immersive episode filmed at a meticulously reconstructed Roman fort on the Welsh border we explore the daily life of a Roman soldier. With Ridley Scott's Gladiator [--] due to be releases later in [----] find out what it was really like to live and die by the sword under the Roman Empire. With the help of volunteers from the Roman Military Research Society we ask whether you could survive"
YouTube Link 2023-12-10T19:17Z 340K followers, 687.2K engagements
"Who Were Napoleon's Best Troops at Waterloo In this Survive History video Louee looks at some of the strongest units in Napoleon's French army at the Battle of Waterloo. From skirmishing units known as voltigeurs to the lancers and cuirassiers of the French cavalry Napoleon had many effective troops. Arguably the experienced soldiers of the Imperial Guard were the best troops at his disposal. napoleon bonaparte napoleonic wars battle of waterloo military history napoleons army epic history grande armee could you survive survive history historical reenactment would you survive duke of"
YouTube Link 2025-11-15T16:37Z 340K followers, 320K engagements
"Who Had the Biggest Army at the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History compares the sizes of the two armies at the Battle of Hastings [----]. King Harold Godwinson had around 7-8000 Anglo-Saxon warriors with him far less than the English fyrd system was capable of mobilising. Duke William of Normandy had roughly the same number but had a large contingent of mounted Norman knights"
YouTube Link 2024-11-19T17:01Z 205K followers, [----] engagements
"This Allied Artillery Piece Was a Beast In this video Survive History presenter Louee Dessent explains why this Allied artillery piece was such a beast. The 155mm 'Long Tom' had a range of 23km and needed a crew of 14-15 men to operate. Used by US forces in every theatre of World War Two it had serious firepower and could be transported in one piece by a Mack NO truck or an M4 high speed tractor"
YouTube Link 2024-08-31T16:00Z 195K followers, 436K engagements
"Could You Survive as a Viking Pioneer Could you survive as a Viking settler in Iceland Greenland or North America Well don't forget to download Warhammer 40000: Tacticus to test your own survival skills and strategy using our exclusive link 👉 https://play.tacticusgame.com/SurviveHistory In this episode of Survive History Louee Dessent steps into the world of Viking settlers exploring what life was really like in the harsh and unforgiving North Atlantic colonies of Iceland Greenland and Vinland (North America). These Norse frontiers were some of the toughest places to survive with brutal"
YouTube Link 2025-03-19T16:47Z 340K followers, 70.2K engagements
"Why Did King George's Redcoats Wear Wigs In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History asks the question: Why did King George's redcoat soldiers wear wigs during the 18th century Rob Elliott from Pulteney's 13th Regiment of Foot explains how the officers of the British army would wear periwigs out of concern for hygiene as they'd often shave their heads. While private soldiers would wear their hair long tied up in a ponytail called a cue that was tucked under their hats"
YouTube Link 2025-01-23T16:37Z 298K followers, 252.5K engagements
"The Biggest Myth About the Roman Javelin In this video we debunk one of the biggest myths about the Roman javelin. Mark Hatch from the Roman Military Research Society explains why the Roman pilum did not break or bend on impact. It's a common misconception that Roman throwing spears were designed this way so they couldn't be thrown back by the enemy"
YouTube Link 2023-12-14T17:00Z 333K followers, 3M engagements
"You Wouldnt Want To Get Injured in the Napoleonic Wars In this video Louee from Survive History explains what would happen to soldiers wounded in battle during the Napoleonic Wars. You'd be loaded onto a farm cart for transport away from the frontier before ending up at a military field hospital. Here amputation of the affected limb awaited"
YouTube Link 2024-04-14T16:00Z 319K followers, 3.7M engagements
"The Moments After the English Lost the Battle of Hastings In this video Louee Dessent from Survive History explains what happened in the moments after King Harold's English army lost the Battle of Hastings [----]. Duke William's Norman knights pursued the fleeing Anglo-Saxons throughout the night with terrible descriptions of English soldiers fleeing through the woods in the dark"
YouTube Link 2025-07-28T15:37Z 312K followers, 120.5K engagements
"Why You'd Need a Leather Jacket on the 17th Century Battlefield In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains the armour and protective gear worn by a Parliamentarian cavalry trooper during the English Civil War. He also explains why you'd need a leather jacket on the 17th century battlefield. A 'buff coat' made of stiffened leather was a major innovation that could stop sword cuts and a good one could cost more than all your armour put together"
YouTube Link 2025-02-20T16:37Z 233K followers, [----] engagements
"Roman Soldiers Never Tasted These Italian Food Staples In this video we look at staples of Italian cuisine that were never seen or tasted by Roman soldiers. Tomatoes pasta and pizza were all off the menu as were potatoes. Mark Hatch from the Roman Military Research Society explains that the mainstay of the Roman soldier's diet was the less appetising puls or porridge made from ground wheat"
YouTube Link 2024-01-18T17:00Z 328K followers, 5.8M engagements
"Why the Shield Wall Couldnt Hold at The Battle of Hastings In this Survive History video Louee explains why King Harold's shield wall was unable to hold out at the Battle of Hastings in [----]. Witness the dramatic turning point of the Battle of Hastings as the Normans break the Anglo-Saxon shield wall. Through scenes from the Bayeux Tapestry this short retells how Norman cavalry archers and infantry wore down King Harolds army until Englands fate was sealed. The story is dramatised in the BBC series King & Conqueror"
YouTube Link 2025-08-21T15:37Z 323K followers, 295.4K engagements
"Why a Flag Could Be a Terrifying Sight on a 17th Century Battlefield In this video James MacDonald Watson of the Marquess of WInchester's Regiment explains the role of the ensign during the English Civil War. Carrying the company's flag or colours ensigns would brandish them in front of their enemy to taunt and intimidate them. The colours were also the rallying point for soldiers and an ensign would be expected to die defending them"
YouTube Link 2024-03-16T17:00Z 333K followers, 1.4M engagements
"Infantry vs Cavalry During the English Civil War In this video we demonstrate how cavalry and infantry tactics in the 17th century played out on the battlefield. While the development of pike and shot tactics made direct cavalry charges extremely dangerous there were still ways cavalry commanders could get the better of infantry formations"
YouTube Link 2024-02-29T17:00Z 316K followers, 435.1K engagements
"A Soldier's Uniform in Napoleon's Army What did French soldiers wear in Napoleon's army In this video a reenactor from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne explains the uniform of a line infantry soldier during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory"
YouTube Link 2023-10-19T16:08Z 318K followers, 365.5K engagements
"The Elaborate Hats Worn by Napoleon's Soldiers What did soldiers in Napoleon's army wear on their heads In this video a reenactor from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne explains what was unique about the shako worn by line infantry soldiers during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory"
YouTube Link 2023-11-01T00:00Z 300K followers, 701K engagements
"The Terrible Sleeping Conditions For Napoleonic Soldiers In this Survive History video Louee explains why sleeping conditions for ordinary soldiers during the Napoleonic Wars were so bad. British soldiers in the Duke of Wellington's 95th Rifles spent weeks sleeping outdoors while on campaign with little but hedgerows and their own greatcoats for shelter. They'd wake up wet through and shivering relying on their tobacco rations to get them moving in the morning"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T15:37Z 300K followers, 229.4K engagements
"Was This Iconic 17th Century Helmet Actually Any Good In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains the armour and protective gear worn by a Parliamentarian cavalry trooper during the English Civil War. From the iconic three-bar pot helmet with lobster tail to the breastplate which would be tested by pistol shot the mounted soldier during the 17th century could count on effective protection"
YouTube Link 2025-02-16T16:37Z 232K followers, 37.4K engagements
"Viking Axes Weren't Really That Big In this video Tom Robinson of Viking reenactment group Blodorn Englar demonstrates a single-handed Viking axe. Despite Viking warriors later using the double-handed Dane axe the vast majority who fought with the Great Heathen army would've preferred an axe that was much smaller. It was still capable of striking through a shield"
YouTube Link 2024-06-22T15:00Z 318K followers, 848.9K engagements
"What Made the French Charleville Musket So Effective What musket was used by soldiers in Napoleon's army In this video a reenactor from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne explains what was unique about the Charleville musket used by line infantry soldiers during the First French Empire. #napoleon #napoleonicwars #militaryhistory"
YouTube Link 2023-10-26T16:00Z 235K followers, 244.9K engagements
"The Origins of Napoleon's Grande Arme In this video we explain the origins of Napoleon's Grande Arme formed in [----] from a force originally assembled for an invasion of Britain. Although the French army never crossed the English Channel it would go on to inflict crushing defeats on the major powers of Europe in battles like Austerlitz and Borodino"
YouTube Link 2023-11-06T17:00Z 319K followers, 390.9K engagements
"Where You'd Sleep in a WW2 Tank In this video Survive History presenter Louee Dessent asks the question: where would you sleep in a WW2 tank Filming next to a genuine Sherman tank from the Second World War he explains how tank crews would often avoid sleeping inside the tank itself instead choosing to dig a foxhole underneath it. But it wasn't entirely safe"
YouTube Link 2024-08-06T16:00Z 318K followers, 4.7M engagements
"The Best Sharpshooter of the Napoleonic Wars In this video Louee from Survive History tells the story of Tom Plunket a soldier in the 95th Rifles and perhaps the greatest sharpshooter of the Napoleonic Wars. Armed with the accurate Baker Rifle Plunket reportedly shot [--] enemy soldiers from the roof of a convent while fighting the Spanish in Buenos Aires. But he is most famous for his exploits at the Battle of Cacabelos in [----]. Lying down in the snow he shot the French Gnral de Brigade Auguste-Marie-Franois Colbert at a range of more than [---] metres cementing his reputation as one of the best"
YouTube Link 2024-04-06T16:00Z 325K followers, 4.1M engagements
"Could You Survive a Viking Invasion "Step into the brutal and fascinating world of 9th-century Viking raiders in our latest Survive History episode. This documentary uncovers the raw realities of life as a Viking warrior during the infamous Viking invasions of England. From tactical warfare to raiding strategies discover what it took to survive in one of historys most feared armies. Explore the daily struggles and triumphs of Viking life including their legendary duels harsh living conditions and the intricate craftsmanship of their helmets swords and axes. Learn about the challenges the"
YouTube Link 2024-06-04T16:00Z 317K followers, 211.7K engagements
"The Alcoholic Drink of Choice for Roman Soldiers In this video we explore the drinking habits of Roman soldiers. While we know they drank a form of soured wine called posca there is some evidence that Roman troops in Britain enjoyed beer too. One of the Vindolanda tablets suggest soldiers on Hadrian's Wall liked it a lot"
YouTube Link 2024-05-04T15:00Z 322K followers, 2.8M engagements
"Why You'd Probably Get Sick During the Revolutionary War In this Survive History video Louee explains why there was a high likelihood you'd get sick during the Revolutionary War. Early in the war American camps were notorious for being filthy overcrowded and smelly. Doctors and even European officers understood the dangers of living in such conditions and they'd made recommendations such as latrines being placed far away from kitchens and soldiers washing their hands and faces at least once a day though not in the same water used for drinking. Smallpox was feared above all other diseases"
YouTube Link 2025-10-22T15:37Z 298K followers, 23.3K engagements
"Could You Survive on the Frontlines of WW2 Join WoWs: Legends now and get a welcome bonus and Star Trek Commander for free: https://wowsl.co/3LlBfvn Step back in time to the Normandy invasion of [----] with Survive History. In this episode we delve into the gripping experiences of ordinary Allied soldiers during Operation Overlord as they attempted to liberate Europe from Nazi occupation. Join our presenter Louee Dessent as he explores the arduous life of infantrymen serving in units like the 2nd Armored Division and crews living and fighting in armoured vehicles. Discover the challenges they"
YouTube Link 2024-07-15T17:00Z 334K followers, 362.6K engagements
"This Is How Youd Tell Friend From Foe in the English Civil War In this video Louee from Survive History explains how coloured sashes or scarves were used to designate allegiance in the English Civil War. Still the system wasn't perfect. While Parliamentarian soldiers wore orange the Royalists generally chose red"
YouTube Link 2024-05-08T15:00Z 331K followers, 3.4M engagements
"It Wasnt Easy Carrying Round a First World War Machine Gun In this Survive History video Louee Dessent discusses the experience of British cavalry machine gun sections during the German Spring Offensive in [----] where Vickers and Hotchkiss machine guns were carried long distances by soldiers on foot. Separated from their packhorses as they tried to shore up the British line soldiers who served in these specialist units had to lug around the Vickers gun by hand over the rough terrain of the Western Front. The Vickers weighed anywhere from [--] to [--] pounds (11 to [--] kg) with a 40-to-50-pound (18"
YouTube Link 2025-05-01T15:49Z 326K followers, 2.2M engagements
"How Was Pike and Shot So Effective Against Cavalry Charges In this video we examine how infantry during the wars of the 17th century could successfully defend themselves against cavalry charges. During the English Civil War the combination of pike and shot made direct attacks by cavalry very dangerous. James MacDonald Watson of the Marquess of WInchester's Regiment part of the English Civil War Society explains how pike and shot worked together on the battlefield"
YouTube Link 2024-02-10T16:00Z 335K followers, 513.9K engagements
"How Did Napoleon's Soldiers Stay Fit During the Napoleonic wars very little consideration was given to improving soldiers' athleticism because line infantry tactics demanded that troops stay still. Beyond dancing and sabre practice the main form of exercise for Napoleon's infantry was marching long distances. Up to 30km a day in fact"
YouTube Link 2024-05-20T16:00Z 319K followers, 1.1M engagements
"Shooting a Powerful Roman Ballista In this video we load and shoot a powerful Roman bolt-thrower. Also known as a manuballista or scorpion this Roman artillery piece replaced the clumsy iron-plated wooden frame with a brilliantly engineered metal framework. But could we hit anything with our Roman ranged weapon"
YouTube Link 2023-12-21T17:00Z 320K followers, 1.5M engagements
"How You'd Use Artillery During the Napoleonic Wars In this Survive History video Richard Hiatt explains the differences between the artillery of Britain and France during the Napoleonic Wars. While the Duke of Wellington's Royal Artillery would prioritise accuracy Napoleon's Grand Battery artillery tactic would blast holes through the lines of an enemy army using dozens of large cannons"
YouTube Link 2025-03-04T16:37Z 298K followers, 75.4K engagements
"The British Army Wasn't Ready for the Jacobite Rebellion In this Survive History video Louee explains why the British army wasn't prepared for the Jacobite Rising of [----]. Most of its best soldiers were serving in a war against France on the continent and those posted in Scotland at the time of Bonnie Prince Charlie's landing were mostly raw recruits. They would have a tough time facing the highlanders at the Battle of Prestonpans"
YouTube Link 2025-07-12T15:37Z 333K followers, 813.4K engagements
"Did King Harold Really Take an Arrow to the Eye In this Survive History video Louee explains the controversy around the death of King Harold Godwinson. The death of King Harold at the Battle of Hastings (1066) remains one of historys greatest mysteries. Did Harold die from an arrow to the eye or was he cut down by William the Conquerors knights This short explores the final moments of the Anglo-Saxon king and the collapse of the English shield wall. The story is dramatised in the BBC series King & Conqueror"
YouTube Link 2025-08-25T15:37Z 330K followers, 64.2K engagements
"Napoleons Soldiers Used This Tactic To Terrify the Enemy In this video reenactors from the 21eme Regiment de Ligne demonstrate a unique musket drill used by Napoleon's soldiers. Feu de deux rangs was designed to bring maximum firepower to bear on the battlefield and was used at the Battle of Marengo to break the Austrian lines"
YouTube Link 2024-01-02T17:00Z 333K followers, 2.5M engagements
"What Made the Vickers Machine Gun Cutting Edge in WW1 The Vickers machine gun was the primary machine gun of the British Army during the First World War. Used extensively during the trench warfare on the Western Front its reliability rate of fire and effective cooling system made it cutting edge for the time. It was used not only by infantry but cavalry regiments too giving British cavalry firepower as well as speed and manoeuvrability"
YouTube Link 2025-05-21T15:37Z 322K followers, 2.4M engagements
"These Soldiers Were the Roman Empire's Secret Weapon In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains how the Roman army employed various specialist units outside the mainstream military including elite scouts pathfinders and assassins. Though units like speculatores and exploratores were often attached to the Roman legions they were expected to operate independently behind enemy lines"
YouTube Link 2025-07-08T15:37Z 328K followers, 1.2M engagements
"The Myth Around the French Eagle Taken at Waterloo It's well known that Sergeant Ewart of the Scots Greys captured one of Napoleon's eagles at the Battle of Waterloo. But the man Ewart killed when taking the precious standard was not the eagle bearer of the French 105th Regiment"
YouTube Link 2024-05-12T16:00Z 323K followers, 573.6K engagements
"You Might Not Survive Winter in Viking Greenland In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains why winters in Viking colonies like Iceland and Greenland were so tough. With short days and long nights you would've existed in near constant darkness living inside a Viking longhouse. You'd also need to stockpile enough food for you and your livestock - no easy task"
YouTube Link 2025-04-01T15:37Z 310K followers, 39.8K engagements
"Napoleons Soldiers Werent As Well Dressed As Hollywood Suggests In this video we debunk the myth that Napoleon's soldiers were always as immaculately turned out as contemporary artworks suggest. While uniforms of the Napoleonic wars were colourful fashionable and flamboyant armies of the period often suffered supply shortages. In reality parade dress was only worn on select occasions"
YouTube Link 2024-06-03T16:00Z 313K followers, 901.9K engagements
"The British Cavalry Uniform and Weapons in WW1 In this Survive History video Louee Dessent explains the uniform and weapons used by the British cavalry during the First World War. Red coats had been replaced by the same khaki uniform worn by British infantry. The SMLE rifle cavalry sword and lance were all common weapons for the cavalry in 1914"
YouTube Link 2025-05-09T15:37Z 322K followers, 1.7M engagements
"What Happened to Germany's Cavalry in WW1 In this Survive History video James Homer explains what happened to Germany's cavalry in the First World War. Germany fielded a large contingent of lancers and uhlans in [----] and while they were used throughout the war on the Eastern front they were gradually phased out on the Western front during [----]. first world war the great war world war [--] military history cavalry charge great war [----] to [----] trench warfare german cavalry german cavalry ww1 german cavalry charge world war one first world war history western front could you survive ww1 survive"
YouTube Link 2025-06-10T15:37Z 339K followers, 102.3K engagements
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