Had the pleasure of seeing this gentleman demonstrate his skill at Warwick Castle nearly 20 years ago. He put on an extremely interesting and informative performance. So glad to see he’s still at it.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks Robert. I also have wonderful memories of working with the public at Warwick 👍🏻

@nicksanders4238

2 жыл бұрын

I do aswell he used some whistling arrows aswell as normal arrows

@keithbland9023

2 жыл бұрын

I was just wondering if I did too. I went to Warwick Castle in Oct 2009

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

@@keithbland9023 hi Keith, that wouldn’t have been me, I left the castle in 05.

@keithbland9023

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad that's a bummer. I like how you explain things.

as a bowyer myself, this guy knows what hes talking about. no frills, just business. cool guy

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@charlest1984

2 жыл бұрын

How much to make me a Long Bow

@owendigity1581

2 жыл бұрын

A backstop like that, must be a pro.

I love the factual way he says "it's just a bow", people have such a habit of romaticizing the bow and attributing such a mystic to all the various aspects that sometimes are so far from the facts.

@Ashitaka255

2 жыл бұрын

Very true. We live in a modern world of spcecilisation, where engineers and scientists from around the world constantly design, test and discuss until we arrive at the most efficient solutions. We can explain every little component of a car or a smartphone. In pre-industrial times, every blade, every plow, every wagon and cart would have been different, just becase that's the best solution that the maker could think of, and it seemed to work out. It wasn't because he necessrily understood the subtle chemistry and physics involved in every design decision.

@g0679

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed. Nevertheless, my warbow can perform amazing feats in the kitchen.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻

@hilossrt4

2 жыл бұрын

It is interesting that every culture on earth has made some form of bow.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

@@hilossrt4 It certainly is 👍🏻

Kevin, I saw you shoot at Warwick castle in 2001. Your PA and microphone stopped working so you gathered everyone in closer to hear you tell tales of bow men in battle. It was magical, you are a great story teller and it was the highlight of the day. Over 20 year later I shoot with my children and have made my own longbow. Its only a laminate one instead of Yew, but it all stems from that day at Warwick castle. Thank you.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that amazing, I take that as a huge compliment, thanks Paul - glad to hear you're still shooting 👍🏻

@paulbardon4645

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad Well I am having to have a break from shooting as last month I was hit by a car and have had a leg amputation. I will be back one day though when I can get a prosthetic leg. It will just take some time and rehab. Keep educating and entertaining us Kevin.

@la_old_salt2241

Жыл бұрын

@@paulbardon4645 I hope you're doing well Paul. Keep at it, you'll be back. God bless, Rob

"You dont want it to go off while im filming". I freaking love this guy

@MrPatrick7777

Ай бұрын

I spat a little of my beverage out.

I'm an infantry veteran and took up archery 2 years ago, one of the old guys in the club let me use his long bow and I fell in love with it, been shooting long bow ever since, I know 2 years aint long but it's been the "something" I was missing since getting out the Army.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

I can really understand that and am with you 100% 👍🏻

@WhiteOneRomeo

2 жыл бұрын

Same here, left the army in 2016 and went with a friend to the archery range and fell in love with his pacific yew bow. Been shooting my own since then. I’ve met a few veterans at the local range near me. Kevin definitely sounds like a veteran we all used to know!

@spencertherren6806

Жыл бұрын

Have you hunted game with it? Just curious.✌️

@freyatilly

10 ай бұрын

I can relate to the long bow experience. They are my favourite to use. Though I like a gentle recurve too.

Pro Tip: If shooting a longbow proves difficult, try shooting just the arrows instead.

@jaymac7203

2 жыл бұрын

Finally a serious piece of advice 🤔 lol

@lordtark6736

2 жыл бұрын

🚨🚨🚨🚨

@davesheppard8797

2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Thanks Deadest of hats!! I will try this tomorrow. Was having a devil of a job getting the bow to stick in the target....even at close range! Arrows only tomorrow then 👍👍😂😂😂. Dave.............. Further to this comment I am now editing, the way I have been shooting of late I would probably be more accurate chucking the bow at the target!! 😕😕.

@Channel-os4uk

2 жыл бұрын

Is Kevin from Doodlay?

@misterid1075

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure you’re supposed to shoot the target and not the bow.

I like how humble he is about history, heritage, and his skills. It's a pleasure to watch, and I'm happy to sit here and learn.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zachary, I'm glad you enjoyed the video 👍🏻

His grouping with those arrows is insanely impressive, and rather terrifying to be quite honest. Might not have hit the head, but he certainly took all of the guys standing around his target!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hahah, that's my favourite saying 😉. Thanks for watching

@vikingjohn9813

2 жыл бұрын

I'm the same I say I may not hit that one guy but I scared the funk out of all his mates and caused some trip hazards too lol

@ex1tium

2 жыл бұрын

I've been shooting Olympic recurve for almost 6 months now and it's very difficult sport even with all the modern hardware. So many variables in the bow and technique. Makes me really appreciate his skill in archery.

@davesheppard8797

2 жыл бұрын

@@vikingjohn9813 Hi Viking John, I would be brilliant at this as I'm great at hitting everything but what I'm aiming at!! Just started shooting again and my target is pretty safe but everything around it gets hit!! 😂😂😂. Dave.

@rayray8687

2 жыл бұрын

@@davesheppard8797: Hopefully Mr Hicks is not in charge of any ballistic missile programs.

So nice to se him back agian. Kevin Hicks is so good at telling history i could listen to him talking all day. And as a fellow longbowmen he is inspiring, cheers from sweden.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I've just come across these videos. Very refreshing to find someone humble, grateful and pragmatic about their relationship with an unusual weapon and their equally unusual calling/profession over the years. Instantly likeable and someone I feel could offer much in the way of mentoring. If you see this comment, many thanks and well wishes from Australia.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Well hello there from Canada! Thanks for your lovely comment, I'm glad you like the content & hope you stick around for some more. CHEERS

I competed in archery in college in 1978 and 1979. In 1979 I was the 3rd best female collegiate archer in Southern California, and the 11th best female Intercollegiate Archer in the US. I don't shoot anymore but am still proud of what I accomplished more than 40 years ago. My bow is a recurve take-down bow with maple limbs and a rosewood body with a 35# draw weight. Very attractive looking, in my opinion.

@thehistorysquad

Жыл бұрын

Excellent, well done you!!

@hansvonmannschaft9062

Жыл бұрын

I'd bet that if you grab a bow again, you'll shoot just as well. It happened to me with a 20 year span, was quite amazed. Americans call these things "like riding a bike" haha! And it's true 😀 Have a good one ma'am!

Lovely to see you shooting again Kevin. I'm one of the guys with a 30lb bow and enjoying it. Just great to see the arrows fly. Take care and keep shooting.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jonathan, it felt good to shoot again, although the snow is on the ground right now, as soon as it thaws I'll be out there again.

@bujin1977

2 жыл бұрын

I'm the same. I took up field archery 3 years ago and started with a 30lb bow. I then bought a 35lb bow, but I just keep coming back to the 30lb one as I like using it. It can comfortably hit any of the 40 targets on our course from the nearest at about 7 yards to the furthest at about 55 yards. My longest shot so far with it is about 100 yards. No need to go for anything heavier than 30lb, and I can comfortably shoot with it all day long.

My kids and I had a great time with you at Warwick castle back in the day - I hope they've got someone as good, as knowledgable and as fun to take over !

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy, I hope so too!

@stoopidhaters

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if it's the guy that made a few videos with Tod's Stuff?

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

@@stoopidhaters Hi Vinny, I haven't done any videos with Tod but I do know him and he has a great channel for sure.

Welcome to Canada, good Sir. Thank you for your videos. I have been an archer since a young teen, and still love it so much, was so good for helping back injury as well, and a great excuse to hunt even not caring whether to actually score a deer. Hundreds and hundreds of relaxing walks and fun gopher plinking. Great to see you.

@thehistorysquad

Жыл бұрын

Love it! Cheers Greg 👍🏻

Thanks for making these videos. I really enjoy watching you shoot. I picked up my first longbow last year. I shot it two to three times a week for about 4 hours at a time until it broke. I got my second a few months ago. Your videos have been a big help in learning to shoot it. I always loved the way they looked and the history associated with them. Then I found out I'm descended from a Welsh archer who served Jasper Tudor and I had to get one. Looking forward to seeing more from you sir.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Charles, I'm really glad you've found them helpful.

Love watching your videos Kevin, you have a natural way of explanation and having fun with your audience, long may you reign 🤘🏹

Mr Hicks, you are a joy to watch and listen to. I personally want to thank you for getting me into Longbow shooting after seeing you at Warwick castle many years ago. you are a legend sir!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Well, thank you Jeff! So happy to hear that. Cheers.

I've been shooting for around 25 years and shoot a 120lb bow; I never knew how to use a bow stringer until this video. Always done it the old fashioned way

The way he re-strings his bow is just absolute genius! The less stress the better for the bow.

Such a simple weapon,gracefully making things fly.

So much respect for this man. Master of his craft

I found it fascinating that longbow men were known to practice and hone their abilities from a young age. Much more valuable to an army than a conscript who was handed a rusty sword on the day of the battle.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, so true - the conscript was the French way 👍🏻

@richterman3962

2 жыл бұрын

You mean spear, Spears and. Clubs were common, and so was no weapk. At all Swords werent because they required training

@michael3088

2 жыл бұрын

swords are deeply personal weapons, spears arn't. As long as you've got your spear and you're next to your mates (who also have spears) you're doing your job on the battlefield, swords self defense weapons when your battlefield weapons fail you.

@bobhoye5951

2 жыл бұрын

At certain periods during the Hundred Year War young men in the villages were required by law to practice with the bow regularly.

@NeedlessPedantics

Жыл бұрын

don't you mean a rusty crossbow ;);)

Like many here, I met you briefly at Warwick in 2000 and again in 2001. Your demonstrations were vivid and left an impression. Thanks!!

Lovely shooting and lovely bow, so much love and so many stories held in your hand and quiver. Can't wait to see the rest of your arsenal at work.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I’m so glad you enjoyed the film. 👍

Great video! I remember seeing Kevin at Warwick a few times. Very entertaining, very informative and an inspiration to taking up the longbow. Thank you!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome - thanks for watching 👍🏻

Stumbled on this and loved every second, what a gent and a pleasure to watch him draw and shoot. Loved his passion for what he does.

I have just found this channel and I have found it exceptional thus far. Thank you for passing on our ancestors knowledge

For once someone who lived their craft that learned instinctually. Also shooting in real army style of the day. You gave us a close to real feel how the archers of the day had to operate. Image a 1000 bowmen rain hell all at once. If you took your 15 and multiples it by 1000. In one minute 15,000 arrows pelted the enemy . Simply amazing !

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, well put 👍🏻

Nice to see you back with your videos Kevin, I have watched and enjoyed your stuff over the years keep them coming,and I hope you're doing well in your new country, long life to you

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, appreciated.

Been living here in Saskatchewan for around 7 years and your right the skies are amazing !

I love your Sense of humor Along with your history lessons in your shooting. Thank you sir.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear, thanks Roberto!

Another Englishman in exile. I also buggered off to different climes and now live in beautiful New Zealand in wonderful isolation on my 3.5-acre property. I suspect we are from the same part of England- I'm a Dudleyite by birth. Keep up the good work Sir. I run a blog that often deals with history- 'The Flaxen Saxon Chronicles,' Flaxen Saxon

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks Fancy, you Flaxen Saxon! I'll take a peek at your blog 👍🏻 Ooooh Dudley Zoo, what memories 😜

@fancymcclean6210

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad Good old Dudley zoo and the Black Country museum. The beer there was excellent. My latest post on the blog is about 'Atilla the Hun'.

On top of the impressive instinctual shooting, the fact a bow like that is still is such great nick after 15+ years is really amazing.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, I'm not in too bad nick after 67 years either 😉. thanks for watching

Thank you Kevin for the well-received lesson about shooting the long bow.

This gentleman inspired me to learn the English longbow as a teacher. When COVID hit here in the US, we were reading Henry V by Shakespeare. Instead of being discouraged to learn, I lectured while shooting the longbow and it made the story of Agincourt come alive for them and for me. Such a wholesome skill. Wonderful work to keep such rich history alive! God, Harry, England, and Saint George! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@davidgray3321

7 ай бұрын

Well if you studied Henry V you must have loved this, have you seen Keneth Branaghs version by Americas most famous playwright? For Shakespeare is as American as he is English, he wrote as you know long before America was settled by the pilgrim fathers, he belongs to all the English speaking nations in equal measure. During WW2 Magna Carta was kept at Fort Knox Kentucky, because it must never have fallen into enemy hands. These things are invaluable.

@robertcottam8824

7 ай бұрын

@@davidgray3321 What a nice way of putting it!

I like this guy alot He could tell me anything and I would listen

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

That's brilliant, thanks.....stand by for more

So good to see another video of the skillful Kevin Hicks again! Thank you for sharing. Now that Kevin’s in Canada, I wonder if it would be possible if he could meet with and shoot and chat with Mr. Gary Chynne, he’s an excellent archer and I feel that they could have some very enlightening archery discussions as Gary’s been what I would call a KZread archery authority for over a decade. Take care and God bless! 👍🏹

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Garrett, thanks for your kind words. Canada's a huge country, but I'd be more than happy to have a chat with Gary. 👍🏻

He speaks so well, like he is also a natural historian and teacher.

👍🏻 from Fl. Proud of my ancestors, everything they did and went through to make it.

Amazing shooting, and greetings from Saskatchewan, out of all places to move im humbled you moved to the land of the living skies

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jordan 👍🏻

Watching you Never Gets Old!! 👍🏹

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Glad you enjoy it!

Love seeing this. Living history at its best.

Excellent video Kevin - I certainly learned a few things about stringing and using the longbow. Thumbs up!

It's good to see a man so proud of history and of himself! I wish to find confidence like this old boy one day! Props and cheers from northern Nevada!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lelo 👍🏻

I remember history classes from high school where a teacher would would mull through the subjects in the book. Imagine learning history from people who have an actual passion for the subject and know how to pass it on. If I would have met this guy as a teenager, I would be interested what he would have to say.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kenny, that's so nice of you to say, thank you, there'll be lots more to come. Nearly 30 I've been passing on my version of history to youngsters in schools. I love it to bits, and still delivering history to students, these days though it's via Zoom.

You are a treasure, Kevin Hicks! And the world's window to the advanced technologies of yesteryear. Thank you!

Loved the show. I lived in SK myself. Huge sky and the wind in winter is a killer. Keep up the good work mate

I own a Bickerstaffe longbow and out of the bows I own it is definitely my favourite. It is a sweet shooter with absolutely no kick whatsoever. I love it so much more than any of my synthetic ones. Hubby and I shoot whenever we can weather willing, we are both Berkshire UK born and bred so it seems only right. It is only a 50 pounder but that's how I like it because I can shoot all day and not mess up my shoulder. I'm with you on the left hand glove definitely after having to pull splinters of feather fletch out of my bowhand once. Once was enough! I'm only a 5' 2 shortygirl, my bow is taller than me. Love your channel, keep your string dry, your aim true and the content coming! ❤🎯

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hey thank you! I'm thrilled to hear you shoot and enjoy it so much. 👍🏻

I love this man, so calm and passionate. Would love to see more videos like this!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

More to come! Thanks.

@gwendal2715

2 жыл бұрын

I'm agree with you, it's à nice video

@60SecondHistories

2 жыл бұрын

@@gwendal2715 thanks! I'll be uploading another video later today :-)

Living legend. Thank you Mr. Hicks for a great inspiration, passion and shared knowledge. Archer from Slovakia, living in Austria.

@thehistorysquad

10 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks 👍🏻

Very impressive and informative, sir. I agree about using the bow you like. I used to own a 50lb fiberglass bow and loved shooting it. Friends would try to talk me into using a compound bow, but I never could get the same comfort level I had with my old bow.

I cannot believe, that I found this video! I love the information and the way, it is presented. But the thing I like the best is, that you live in my home province of Saskatchewan!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks so much for finding us and watching 👍

Hey Kevin Thanks for another great video. I shoot compound bows but I’ve always wanted to try a recurve, longbow. I have a idea for a video you could do. I would love to learn about the medieval archery tournaments you spoke of in your video. What where they like, what did they shoot at and what were the prizes? Also you could add any videos of you competing in your tournaments. Talk about how they work and the prizes maybe compare the two from old and new. Thank you for all the great videos. I’ve always been fascinated with the medieval history of the UK. Being from the US we don’t really have a long history. It’s good to finally find someone who really knows what he’s talking about and explains it in a way that’s easy for everyone to understand.

@thehistorysquad

Жыл бұрын

That's a great idea Ryan, I'll be sure to keep it in mind, thank you 👍🏻

Always a pleasure. Thank you.

What a pleasure learning from someone who actually understands and uses these weapons 👍👍👍

Ah yes, the King is back

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

wow, thanks,

I bought my first bow a few months ago I now have four including a 30lb longbow and I am loving learning and I am also a Warwickshire bowman

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Right on! Best of Luck.

Skilled and wise veteran archer there. God bless this man and his craft.

My family and I met you at Warwick Castle once. It was a great time, impressive show.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, appreciated.

Great video and great armor 👍

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

That was pretty incredible sir. Your still in great shape. If I’m even half as healthy I’ll consider myself lucky. Thank you for the demonstration.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

LOL, thanks Sam 👍🏻

Excellent. Thanks for the information on the longbow.

Amen to using a stringer! Wonderful series of videos...thank you!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you like them!

Hi Kevin, Just got back into shooting my longbows after a few years lay off. My new assistant in work loves all the History and he's Welsh. I have just started him off shooting my old 40lb Bickerstaffe bow that is Hickory backed lemonwood with a green heart core. A really sweet bow to shoot. I'm not particularly good but really enjoy it. Most of my bows are Hickory backed osage but I do have a yew bow that is nice. That bow of yours shoots beautifully, really sweet. Love all your videos! Dave Sheppard.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave, thanks for your visits to the channel and your comment, it's great to hear you're back at the bow 👍🏻

@davesheppard8797

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad Thanks Kevin!! 👍👍

@davesheppard8797

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad Arrows ain't going where they should Kevin after this lay off!! 😂😂...So it's back to basics with my 40lb Bickerstaffe!! Loving it though!! Dave.

Nice to see Kevin Hicks still at it all these years later! Also, I hope this isn't too forward, but when showing the brace height at 7:37, is that Vitiligo? I myself have Vitiligo. It's not often that I see others with it.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, not too forward and yes, it is vitiligo. I'm past hiding it these days but do have to wear gloves in the hot sun. Glad you're enjoying the channel 👍

Managed to meet kev quite a few times, at Warwick and at school. Such a legend. Ur grasp of history made me fall in love with it, that of course alongside with horrible histories 🙌🏻🙌🏻

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Finn, what school were you at?

The longbow is an elegant piece of craftsmanship that anyone can admire...🏹

Great job drawing a 90 lb bow and shooting straight. The strongest traditional bow I've used is a 70 lb longbow for hunting. I think a 90 lb bow could be classified as a war bow 🎯

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It was about 9lb when I first had it, but I'm sure it may have lost some poundage since then, still, it's very sweet to shoot.

@vihaandas4346

2 жыл бұрын

wait, is longbow weightage different from recurve and compound weightage? because I shoot a 24lb recurve and the highest any of my club members have gone is my coach with a 38lb compound

@KingOfChaos213

2 жыл бұрын

@@vihaandas4346 No, except recurves and compounds tend to shoot fast and maybe a little straighter trajectory?

@vihaandas4346

2 жыл бұрын

@@KingOfChaos213 so these people are actually pulling the whole 90 pounds. Damn

@KingOfChaos213

2 жыл бұрын

@@vihaandas4346 It can vary depending on draw for example a draw to face or across the chest draw to gain a bit extra poundage if the bow can handle it. My Ash self bow is about 60 but 69 when chest drawn.

Fascinating! I shoot a 50# recurve, but I feel like something’s missing from my life because I’ve never shot a longbow.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, you're missing a big point LOL 😜

@roelhoremans5887

Жыл бұрын

Same here. Shot competitively (olympic recurve) for a couple of years, but except for a home made bow, I never held nor shot a proper longbow. Need to change that one day. 😊

This is the second video I have seen of yours. Always great content. Thank you

Great to see our favourite historian is passionate about archery also

Take a look at the target area, this is ONE bowman, now allow your imagination to picture the scene with HUNDREDS of equally skilled bowmen, must've been absolutely terrifying for those guys who were facing them. Kind of reminds me of the kind of slaughter that took place on the battlefields of France during the first world war!

@davesheppard8797

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Stuart.........After the very heavy bombardment by us British on the German lines all our soldiers would have to do is to walk slowly across no-man's land and claim the ground. No one thought that the Germans would be hiding underground and after the British barrage they came out and slaughtered thousands!! Yes, Kevin was very accurate on that speed shoot and a few thousand like him would be truly terrifying!! Dave.

welcome to the colonies Kevin! :-D

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, where abouts are you?

Very cool film. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for a fantastic resource for all ages. I would love to see the Pendle Witches case, trial, and punishment. Keep them coming.

Thus far I’ve found all your videos fascinating, but as my late mother's maiden name was 'Fletcher' this had a little extra for me. May I ask what would happen when your quiver was empty in battle? I hardly think you’d say "Right lads, I’m all done so I’m off home for my dinner and to watch Corrie. Good luck!." Thank you, I hope your enjoying your life over there. I enjoy wildlife and landscape photography and my only regret is not visiting Canada before being banned from flying.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, thanks for your comment. Bowyers and fletchers travelled with the army and arrows were stored by their hundreds of thousands and supplied to the bowmen by youngsters from the baggage train. So youngsters would run to the bowmen with arms full of arrows to resupply them, even in the midst of battle - hard to imagine isn't it.

@markharrisllb

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad I had a horrible feeling that once again children would have probably the most dangerous role. Being a Lancastrian I’m well aware of how badly children were treat in the 19th century cotton industry. Thank you for your reply.

It's interesting to see that even though you shoot at about half draw, uses a less poundage bow and are apparently more comfortable with nocking the arrow to the left side of the bow, your drawing technique still shows the hunched tendencies towards that of Shad of Shadiversity and Joe Gibbs who did a warbow collaboration with Tod Cutler of Todsworkshop. Both shooting

@andrewtrip8617

2 жыл бұрын

Are you sure “full draw “ever existed back then ?

What a blessing - remember seeing the original video with English Heritage and had to look for him. Glad to see he’s still well and shooting ❤️ love to you Sir Hicks

@thehistorysquad

Жыл бұрын

Haha, cheers Will, it's amazing isn't it that video is still so popular!

I love the history you share in this video. You bring a unique perspective to your videos which I really enjoy. I love the sound the bow makes. Thank you.

@thehistorysquad

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! 👍🏻

I know measuring the bowstring with a fist and a thumb is one of the possible origins of the expression "the rule of thumb" though there are others.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

another possible origin “the rule of thumb” is....the stick you were once allowed to beat your wife with could be no thicker than your thumb 😳

@RUBIXNOOBx

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad Jesus, I bet women liked guys with small hands.

Great to see this, very inspiring, but how about the most depressing part of archery…..loosing arrows ? Having lost quite a number of my precious, beloved home made arrows and bolts I’m hesitant now to go out there. It’s incredible how, in a straight line and within view , shafts just disappear ….I’ve been advised to get a metal detector ! Is there no modern electronic beacon answer etc ? Anyway, love the video collection so far.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Oh Cloudhop, I hear ya! I've had hundred of arrows, from Denver to Sydney and Agincourt to Warwick, lying just a few centimetres under the ground, I've learned to no longer regard my arrows with love and just treat them as ammunition. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

@larsord9139

2 жыл бұрын

Just like golf balls. Or tape measures or flashlights, etc.

@philmckenna5709

Жыл бұрын

LOSING. Not "loosing" ffs! 👹

@cloudhop

Жыл бұрын

@@philmckenna5709 spell correct FFS !!

People generally overlook what the French did with the Yew tree. When the weather turned colder in the 15th century on, the yew tree in Britain didn't grow well enough to make bows, but it started growing much better in France. Lovely furniture. Just lovely.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Haha - love it 👍🏻

Was so pleased when the term "loose" was used, the movies using the term "fire" has always been a peeve of mine.

Mr. Hicks, i would like to know how you shoot the english longbow. Do you aim or do you shoot instinctive? Both eyes open & try to hit the target by feeling and experience? Thanks alot, great video as always.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, thanks for your comment. Yes, literally that - I shoot by instinct, both eyes open, looking over the arrow rather than along it, and focussing on the target. One useful tip is to adjust your feet just slightly if you need to, rather than adjusting your arm/aim. The snow is on the ground for winter now, but I plan to do some additional archery films in the spring. Happy shooting!

@rsr1145

2 жыл бұрын

@@thehistorysquad Thank you very much! I'm looking forward to the upcoming videos :)

Always a pleasure to see the content you create.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Way to go Kevin, simple basic approach to a ancient art form. ✌

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

5:10 the sound from this last shot is amazing

So nice to see this footage.

Absolutely love your videos, everything about them. Thank you!

@thehistorysquad

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you too!

You look like your right out of a high budget Robin Hood Movie. Thanks for the Advice on this Old, Valiant form of Warfare. Cheers

I saw him at Warwick Castle, it was so impressive I have never forgotten it👍😊

Thank's for this nice video. Allways something new.

I’ve only just come across this channel and your style of presentation and anecdotes are a pleasure to watch. Cheers!

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them. Welcome aboard!

Pure bad ass. Good on ya for havin some pride in it too

Very informative and interesting . Thank you.

I remember good memories with my parents on my birthday and I saw you shoot, I never knew I would wach your chanel.

I just recently found your channel Sir, and I'm very grateful for your knowledge.

@thehistorysquad

13 күн бұрын

Welcome!

Extremely fascinating!!

Good to see a recent video of you and still shooting rapidly.

@thehistorysquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks William, and thanks for watching. 👍🏻