One of the best phrases on KZread: Kevin saying, "I've made a model." 😊 And a fantastic model it is, built by a wonderful storyteller who brings history to life. Thanks, Kevin!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Wow, thanks to you too!

@ToriesgoneofImglad

7 күн бұрын

I actually cheered when he said it! 🤣🤣🤣

@sforza209

7 күн бұрын

I’m going to make a model of Kevin making a model

@MorAodhan

7 күн бұрын

​@@sforza209I'm going to make a model of you making a model of Kevin making a model.

@oneleggoalie

6 күн бұрын

...the man's a veritable Model machine...he should have made a model of Ann Boleyn ( with detachable head )...in the last one 😐

Historysquaddies: "Say the thing! Say the thing!" Kevin: "I've made a model" 😄

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

😜

When Kevin says 'I've made a model' you just know you're in for a great video. Thanks Kevin.

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

😜 cheers

Just home. Sat with a coffee, switch on my phone & Kevin's got a new video.... ya beauty!!

@Pauline-wu4ej

7 күн бұрын

Me too. Settled down to mug of tea with Kevin!😁👍

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

@shonamcwilliam2842 @Pauline-wu4ej Thanks guys!! Much appreciated 👍🏻

Nothing like listening to this bright chipper man recount some of the most gruesome tragedy's of history. Thanks for everything you do!

@stephena1196

7 күн бұрын

Yes, this one seemed particularly bloody horrific.

@mdh6977

6 күн бұрын

yep😂

I’m a simple man. I see Kevin Hicks uploaded a new video…. I have it on my toes!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

😂

Hi Kevin, you came to Dunraven School in South London about 10 years ago when I was 13 as Kevin the Bowman. I remember that was one of the first formative historical experiences I had as a young lad which has only turned into a deep love and passion for all things history. Then here I am today watching you on a successful KZread channel of your own making, funny how things work out! Keep up the great work, and thank you for being a huge inspiration to me and no doubt many others. Proud of you! Evan

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Hi Evan, I have fond memories of Dunraven school and quite a few photos too, so hello from the past and here's to the future! Thanks for getting in touch 👍🏻

My favorite topic of yours is this ongoing 100 years war series. I know only small bits/ broad strokes so having so much passionate detail and context really brings it all to life.

@chriscookesuffolk

7 күн бұрын

Seconded, I rewatch many videos in this series it is superb.

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Cheers!

@bulletinspecialist3675

4 күн бұрын

I present some of your videos to my children because the version of history they get at school is so diluted. The personal elements of history are removed and left to look impersonal. Thx u for your detailed efforts to bring history to life.

The model is AWESOME! Kev's still has the skillz! History like this is just incredible.

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Cheers buddy 👍🏻

@hallytron

7 күн бұрын

@@thehistorysquad i have a question, how did the French sally out in force with fortifications like that (amazing model btw kevin)? did they swim across the moat or walk out the gate? seems a bit daft

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

@@hallytron they had different means of sally ports, I think they would have walked out. It's possible that on the gatehouses on the English side of the river there were, down below, near river level, gates so soldiers could cross the bridge to the gate house, go down the towers to the riverbank and out that way. The conclusion I came to was that under the cover of darkness they would actually sally forth this way, gather in the town ditch and move forward under cover of darkness, avoiding traps, and attack. The fact they captured and tortured English prisoners makes me think maybe they sallied forth with the intention of probing defences but also attacking English patrols. It was a very fluid situation. Hope that helps

This is an excellent history lesson. You remind me of a teacher I had back in 1971-72. He didn't dress in period costume, but he acted out the parts of his subjects. He was a mine of information, and it was all in his head, not read from a book.

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

A scorcher of a day!!

When you can look at the model and actually picture yourself in the scene, you know it's an incredible model with details that are so complete and accurate it truly transports you! Fabulous work, Kev!

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Wow, thanks!

Since it's 9:46pm at night right now in philippines. I consider this video as a bedtime story from Mr. Hicks 🤘

Kevin, superb video! As an old Napoleonic Wargamer (lead troops), I highly appreciate your work. I can just imagine the English relieving the Rouenaise of their wealth saying “oi , gov, ‘ere’s me old coat with ‘oles in it. Ye can ‘ave me fleas an’ lice, too. They’s in top condition. I tigger yers’ are starved to death. Fair trade, innit?” Cheers from the Pacific Northwest!

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

🤣 brilliant!!

"As you can see, I've made a model." LOVE IT!!❤

Kevin I hope you live to the age 200. We need this high quality history vidoes for a very long time coming from you! Thanks for this one and I look forward to many more!!!

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

😂 I'll do my best! Cheers

When Kevin says "I've made a model" you know it's going to be epic!

@thehistorysquad

5 күн бұрын

😜

Uh, it's fearful Friday with Kevin again. ;) Thanks as usual!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

😂

I can't imagine this channel without models , what an amazing job, and story, Henry V did not mess around

I’d love to see a in-depth video about medieval tunnel battles sounds terribly interesting

Love the castle in the back. Nice job looks great.

The Harfleur expedition was a Pyhric victory for the English.Nice video!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Absolutely, a good parallel 👍🏻

Its good to know that we irish warriors were over the top in battle back in those times. I feel proud hearing you explain how the peasants feared us. As a kind loving guy from the medieval city of Tralee with Cork ancestry in my blood I am honoured to hear we were no push overs in the 1400s

I absolutely adore Kevin's models and knowledge.

Yet another fantastic video Kev!! Beautifully told, exciting, hugely informative, with a great model too! Part 15 of a great series!! My love and best wishes to you and Julie, Dave.

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Cheers Dave!!

I wish Kevin had a new video EVERY DAY!👍Saint George!!!

What a time. So hectic and uncertain! The poems truly reflect the essence of the medieval period.

Fantastic video, Kevin! Another great job preserving and presenting our extremely important history! We cannot forget these historical events, they are precious and important to remember and to learn from. Thank you for another excellent job, Kevin!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Cheers, much appreciated 👍🏻

The enthusiasm and passion that went into this video (and the amazing model you built!) are so infectious. There's really something to be said for channels like yours, just normal people sharing their interests in an authentic way. Thanks for what you do and for this engrossing series.

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Wow, thanks! It's my pleasure 👍🏻

Not even 5 minutes in, and I am remarking what a wild story this is.

Best history channel for detailed content Kevin cheers matey🤙🏻

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Cheers!

An excellent story-teller. Thank you. And what a model!

That's one hell of a model Kevin. Well worth the wait. Great video too of course

Great video Kevin, and a fantastic model as always. The sound of the cannon firing from within those enclosed stone towers must have deafened the gunman. Henry did some incredible innovative tactics in this siege. Excellent lesson and episode Kevin- Thank you!

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

My pleasure! After many requests, I'm now looking to design a tee-shirt with 'I've made a model' I'd love to hear your thoughts on a design. Have a great weekend.

Absolutely fantastic, I felt like id been transported back to the 1400's, and it has also inspired me to visit some of these places myself one day. I dont think Henry V gets the recognition amongst patriots of England that he deserves, he sounds like a true genius. Thank you, definitely the best history channel on youtube by far 👍

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Wow, cheers Bonkers, I'd love to make a visit to Normandy myself 👍🏻

I wish I had something to listen to at work today... Oh look thehistorysquad posted a new video!

What can I say that I’ve not said b4 about this chap, awesome storyteller, how history should be taught 🤘🏹

Brilliant delivery , great story, history lives, you bring back history the way I remember from Junior school ' the invaders ', as after that, ? I shall hold my tongue 'less I lose it. Thanks again, Good man.😊

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

😜. thanks, glad you enjoyed it

It is one thing to get historical facts from a book, this is next level storytelling

I love the long format. I had to set aside time to listen and look at your model. It was definitely worth it. You are an amazing teacher. Knowable with humor and drama. 👍 Amazing.

@thehistorysquad

5 күн бұрын

Thanks very much 👍

Best history videos on the net. Wish I had a history teacher who was as enthusiastic as Kevin. I certainly would have learned a lot more.

Have to look in the broken piggy bank for this one, excelled yourself once again Kevin of Saskatchewan, whomsoever advised the King on how to knock this city off really deserves the medal. So sad the people who were the pawns in all of this but we must always remember put your hand out in friendship to anyone during a War and you might get it taken off!

"I've made a model" - music to my ears! Another great video, thanks Kevin! You are such a talented story teller and manage to really colour the mental imagery - im fairly well versed on the main beats of the 100yrs war but you provide such a great perspective and don't try to sanitise the horrors and atrocities on all sides, acknowledging the realities of combat and war of the period - yes it was a different time, but they are our ancestors and its important to understand that they were generally all as bad as eachother (some were worse than others admittedly) - but these events shaped our lives and world today. Even the small detail of perfidy by the sailor who was the "wolf among dogs" - now a war crime, suppose then the closest thing to what could be called a "war crime" to them was attacking royalty, and naturally only by the recipient! you give me fond memories of my reenactment days when in my impression of a 14thC Bowman "recount my experiences" of famous battles, hopefully of a castle i was currently standing in to crowds of 20, 50, 100 people. Not to brag but ive no doubt you are familiar with the Keep of Pembroke castle?... Well, not to brag... well perhaps a little:- I could reliability hit a fellow reenactor at the very top through the top Crenellations (in appropriate protection & rubber tipped arrow of course), that and loosing a minimum of 15 arrows per minute at a static target, once loosing all 20 I had! Very fond memories you bring Kevin, thank you again as always. keep you bowstring dry!

@thehistorysquad

5 күн бұрын

How lovely, happy days Jayrey!

Thank you, Kevin, for a most interesting video. It is like watching a documentary as I imagine the things you describe. Cheers from Texas.

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Cheers Dave, glad you enjoyed it!

I love this channel so much, always get excited to see a new upload. Thank you Mr Hicks

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoy it! 👍🏻

@yugenheorte6828

7 күн бұрын

@@thehistorysquad I'm sure I can speak for many that we would all love to see how you make your models, seems like a real fun hobby

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

@@yugenheorte6828 Here's a time lapse I did ages ago, but yes, I might get around to sharing another 👍🏻 kzread.info/dash/bejne/fausuNhumsebZ9o.html

Thank you for this video, Kevin, it's not often that I come across a battle involving the English Army that I am not aware of these days but Hell! This whole campaigne was new to me. Thanks for recounting these stories and also for the way that you presented them... It's a great pity that you can't produce a version in French for the benefit of our cross-channel neighbours as I am sure that they would really enjoy this story!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

😜

The Sun is shing and Kev's made a model. Happy days. But grim subject. Keep em coming Kev. Tell the Mrs they are essential props and not toys.

Glad you did the lead up from Agincourt, puts it in perspective

Dear Kevin, I love your style, bro. Your excitement in telling stories makes me excited to hear them. And the way your "crazy eyes" light up draws me in deeper. Regards, Jeff

@thehistorysquad

4 күн бұрын

😜 cheers, I appreciate that!

Great diorama Kevin! Really enjoyed the video too!

Bravo Kevin! Wonderful storytelling and superlative modeling. Thank you, Mr. Hicks!

And what a model it is! Well done, sir!

Where has this channel been?! New sub. Can’t wait to binge watch.😊

@thehistorysquad

5 күн бұрын

Yay! Thank you & welcome aboard 👍

I always loved history at school but was hopeless at remembering names and dates! I sat enthralled all the way through your video! You are an amazing story teller, Thank you Kevin!!

@thehistorysquad

5 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! 👍

I hope you know - I'm sure you do - that here, you have created something truly special. Here, with our friend Kevin Hicks, all of us who watch your videos and learn with you, have a little, protected spot of the Internet, a safe haven if you like, that we might call home.

I swear, Kevin, you have the best, and most informative, videos I've seen. Thank you and please keep making them!

@thehistorysquad

2 күн бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Delightful and invaluable models. To depict the various types of endeavors and buildings that made this siege are so illuminating. And the succinct and thorough way Richard’s genius is explained makes this a great classic for me. I am always more than pleased with your presentations and underlying sense of humanity. You bring this era to life.Thanks so much for your work and the pleasure you take in your capabilities to share your understanding. If this seems effusive I began with H.G.Wells Outline of History when I was 9 and never stopped reading and watching so I have an extensive experience to judge from

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Thanks Jon.....you mean King Henry though yes?

Another great video Kevin and now I know it takes 48 minutes to cook my chorizo chilli 😊

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

😂 I bet that was tasty

Your models are delightful. And you're sharing your skills with youth and inspiring them. Keep up the excellent work. You're making a difference.🤝

@thehistorysquad

2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

So based. Great video, I absolutely love the way you broke down this historic battle. Makes me proud of my English roots from across the pond. God bless you.

What a beautiful model! I love how you point out the details with an arrow.

Excellent video Kevin !! You should have your own TV show ! I would love to see a behind the scenes video of you constructing these fantastic models !

Brilliant , more on the 100 years war please Kevin , u do it extremely well!!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Ah yes, we have a few more episodes left, but all good things come to an end. Still we'll have the Wars of the Roses to look forward to 😜

Brilliant as always Kevin 👌

Fantastic as always Kevin 👏 keep them coming

It amazes me that 527 years after this Siege of Caen, the English were once again sieging the city, but this time the residents of Caen were a little more welcoming.

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Yes, ironic. My uncle is buried just outside of Caen, KIA Aug 1944.

As always, thank you for your most complete and informative videos. I think I can say for most of us, you make history real on a personal level.

The fuse is lit.! Release the hounds of war! PS a nice work. As usual. Thanks Kevin

I genuinely look forward to Fridays partly because of a new HistorySquad upload. Fridays are special because: no work and uploads; free video game weekends over on Steam. And we eat something special, like some kind of takeout food. It's a special occasion and you're woven in to that "tradition". Thanks for ringing in the weekend for us!

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Yep, Fridays are always a great way to start the weekend!

Kevin this has been one of your best videos to date. So much detail about the kind of things I like to know about history instead of just shapes on a map like many of the other videos out there tend to do.

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

You try so hard for your passions and I just cannot help but watch some of the best history videos ever!

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Thanks so much

Excellent as always. You bring history alive. I love you models❤

@thehistorysquad

13 сағат бұрын

Thanks Paul

I love this channel! Much appreciated Sir.

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Thanks!

I really Like your Dioramas and stories, Your very Talented.

Thank you Kevin! I ve been busy back to work and this is a lovely brunch vid! "I've made a model"😀

Kevin, this is a riveting story brilliantly told by you, a superb presentation, loved it !

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Thank you kindly!

Another great video. Thanks Kevin !!

Thanks Kevin, splendid!

Always love your models, you do such detailed work ❤

This was just amazing. Thanks for sharing

Another great model Kev, you never disappoint. Keep your storytelling coming. You're great, Dawn ❤❤❤

@thehistorysquad

5 күн бұрын

Cheers Dawn 👍

@80sbabejones54

5 күн бұрын

I wish you were my history teacher, as you tell it all so well. Also shame you now live in Canada, as I would love to meet you sometime , somewhere and hear your tales. More personal stories too Kev please 💖💖💖

Thank you, Kevin. Well done as usual. 👍👏

Brilliant model you made, I'm very impressed and the way you tell the story kept my attention from start to finish 👍

@thehistorysquad

2 күн бұрын

Thank you very much!

Brilliant Kev, many thanks for all your efforts! 😄👍

Thanks Kevin. Everything is so informative and I'm always drawn right into the story. Keep the stories coming please.

@thehistorysquad

5 күн бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Love your history stories, would love to do a degree in history, could listen and learn all day

What a story! Thank you

Yet another great one, Kev!!!

It's nice to hear the correct pronunciation of the names of towns that I've read about. The model reminded me of when my son was little playing with his Army men fighting dragons.

@thehistorysquad

13 сағат бұрын

😜

First of all, the models keep getting better and better. Second of all, the taunting and hanging of stragglers reminds me so much of Monty Python's Holy Grail...

The model work is exceptional, but the detail in the story is unparalleled. I really feel like I've gone back in time with these shows, the sights and smells. Not sure why they left a few weeks worth of food by the side of the river. You would think they could simply lower ropes and pull the food up the cliff face. Sad to hear about the starving in the moat. Those bloody French are stubborn. If they had just given up, the English would have soon buggered off to fight the Burgundians.

This is just remarkably interesting. Always a treat to watch your videos sir!

@thehistorysquad

2 күн бұрын

Glad you think so! Cheers

Beautiful work as always Kevin, much love!

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Thanks!

Realy nice table to go with your tales today

Thank You Mr Hicks

I just saw another channel talk about fire arrows and following medieval recipes for it, but I’ll always remember that you talked about it first

@thehistorysquad

2 күн бұрын

😃

Excellent as always. Thank you.

@thehistorysquad

6 күн бұрын

Thank you too!

This was so good!! Great job as usual!!

@thehistorysquad

4 күн бұрын

Glad you liked it!!

You're always making me think all my anscestors have always been there. ❤.

Brilliant as always Kevin, thank you

@thehistorysquad

7 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Great information Kevin. Keep up the good work..