I loved being a scout for 10 years. Not alot has changed even with all the technology. Most people have no idea scouts still exist and/or have no idea what we do. Thx for the video
As an infantry scout I leaned that large formations of "enemy" soldiers don't really gaze around, they just plod on. On one exercise I was in fairly open area with little cover when I realized the enemy were nearby and the only place I could hide was in a tree. So I climbed the tree and watched an entire company walk past a few metres below my feet. If one of them had looked up they would have easily have seen me. But no one looked, so after they had passed I was able to evade them and get back to my own side.
@@kousseilashakur672 It was a military training exercise in south eastern Australia, but I suspect the same thing could happen almost anywhere in the world
>Screened for skills and experience After years of Roman study I can firmly state that this line can be translated to "wealthy enough to have your own horse and educated enough to take notes but not wealthy enough to carry heavy armor nor too important to lose in the field"
Good to see scouts getting some re ognition. All we hear is about romans is either how great their engineering was,admirable their discipline was, or how shit their cavalry was. Not to mention politics of course.
That is because they were excellent at engineering and they had probably the best infantry of the ancient world, so that's what everyone talks about. I'm actually baffled they made a video praising the scouts, because every historian agrees that Romans were exceptionally BAD at scouting... Many of their worst defeats are linked to scouting mistakes.
@@ktheterkuceder6825 I wouldn't go that far as to call them shit. Obviously not perfect, but the Republic had one of the most advanced political systems of the time. And in terms of law, they were way ahead of its time. Roman Law still serves as foundation on all Western countries.
I think it's really fascinating that such a vital role of the army was filled by common soldiers, auxiliaries even. The top of the command structure and other key positions were usually filled by aristocrats, and yet here we see ordinary men advise aristocrats on what path to take. This just proves once more that the success of a campaign depended less on the high-ranking politicians than they would have liked everyone to believe. I find it surprising though that the procursatores and exploratores were seemingly chosen at random and were not a distinct, elite unit. I mean sure, the video mentions that there were some characteristics procursatores and explorates had to possess and were selected for, but I still wonder how accurately they could relay the information. Did they even know how much water and food the army consumed each day, so that they wouldn't accidentally recommend a path where the logistics failed and the army started to suffer from attrition? A really interesting video for sure, can't wait for the next one! Keep up the great work :)
Giving the troops recognition of their work is surely a reason Caesar's legions were so loyal. He didn't take all the glory. At least from my understanding.
I guess they probably picked those who had experience in hunting, tracking, though how could you know about those things for every soldier. And like they said Casear usually sent out Germanic and Galic cavalry which were natives to the lands where his most famous campaign happened.
@@ChunkyWalnutX Yeah, using allies that were familiar with the terrain surely helped, although then you were always running the risk of them betraying you and possibly luring you into an ambush. I suppose it's a double-edged sword; if your allies proved loyal then using them as procursatores and exploratores was definitely worth it, but if they didn't prove loyal then the entire army was at risk.
I guess that's because, even if their job was vital, at face value it wasn't rocket science. It was like: Dude, go in THAT direction and tell me what is there, pay special attention to (whatever was of interest at the moment) and come back to report in X hours/days. After their report the commanders made the decisions. I mean, it's explained pretty well in the video.
I agree with you. I find the late Roman army to be kind of fascinating, and the elite Auxillia Palatina units especially. Because for so long, we all tended to think of the late Roman army as a objective downgrade from the Imperial Legions, but if it weren't for them, the Roman Empire would've fallen centuries before they did. And if the Auxillia Palatina units were supposed to be their elite infantry units, they must've been fairly good.
I *loved* this episode. This like logistics, reconnaissance, and other non-combat parts of an army's life is quite scarce in this kind of videos and I always deeply appreciate learning more about it. And this one was excellently researched and narrated. I learned a lot I had no idea about.
Great episode. It's pretty awesome that 1700 years later the British army was using professional Native American scouts, my ancestors - who were also used as elite auxiliaries.
This job seems like a fun and exciting mini adventure within the scope of the army campaign. Just you and a handful of other soldiers on horseback roaming around the countryside taking notes and interacting with locals then moving on to the next area and occasionally sending out riders to report back to the army.
Probably a lot of avoiding and hiding from enemy, and if they came into contact it would have been them vs a major enemy force Still true with recon units today. It's less going on an casual walk through the countryside and more trying to avoid and hide from enemy patrols, and if you came into contact then God help you. In Vietnam the LRRP (long range reconaisance patrol) units would perform reconnaisance in Vietcong territory. Their casualty rate was 100%. Wouldn't want to imagine being a scout before automatic firearms where a small team could somewhat match the firepower of a large group
an finally will work down to the occupations of the wagon trains that trailed the legions - not just the teamsters but also the women and their occupational role
This video helped me plan some D&D sessions for one of my players who wanted to be a "scout". Gave me ideas besides sneak and look for people. Great video as always.
This word, Exploradores, is still used in Portuguese. It literally means "explorers". In 2 thousand years the only change to the word was that the "T" became a "D"
Due to the topic this was one of my most anticipated episodes and due to the presentation, information and overall quality it is my most satisfying and favorite to date, thank you!!!
You should make a Units of History episode about the Late Roman Auxilia Palatina units. Because I've become fascinated with how the Late Roman army, which a lot of people look at as a downgrade from the Imperial Legions we all associate with the Romans, when in reality, it helped hold the Roman Empire together for several more centuries than it would've otherwise.
This is one of those videos I'm looking forward to. Since I'm a military scout myself. I'm quite surprised that most if not all of these things is still relevant in modern times. It makes it much easier for me to explain myself on things I do during my military service without being too nitty-gritty with the details on this.
Exploratores were true survivalists , imagine in times of alexander , this type of troop conquererd the enemy desert long befor the main body of the army .
The British Army used Exploratory Officers in much the same role. These men were usually high ranking officers mounted on thorough bred and corn fed horses riding in full uniform behind enemy lines. Lieutenant-Colonel Colquhoun Grant was one of the more famous ones during the Peninsula War from 1808-1814. Was captured by the French sent to Paris under Parole but later escaped and passed himself off as an American while at large in PAris.
The content is great! This and the Roman supply lines doc are my recent favourites. The artwork is amazing too, any chance I could my hands on them,I would like to have them as my wallpaper. :)
It’s nice to hear about the scouts even though in most big Roman campaigns they will have army’s show up right next to them with practically zero warning...
@@michaelpeters6659 considering that most of the places rome invaded before becoming an empire were NOT organized armies, they were all about raids and ambushes. and also, still, outscout someone in their homeland is a feat to consider^^
@@udozocklein6023 valid points mate, I also think that the fact that the Roman’s build a damn fort every single night on campaign means that the scouts could afford to miss some small things and it still wasn’t a fatal mistake
My father was a Combat Infantry Scout serving General Patton’s 3rd Army. Dad was awarded the Silver Star for the Battle of Metz. These scouts were a volunteer unit under G2.
This is amazing content. I came from Kings and generals and this is on par which is a big shout. I wasn’t aware of these unique units and their purpose. Love your use of pictures as well. Good work guys
Was in mid 2000s light cavalry unit, didn’t know we went back that far back, current doctrine is very good, hard to believe not much have changed except improvements.
Thank you. This was a topic I have been interested in for a long time. Will you also publish a video on the Sagittarii, the archers of the Roman legions?
Watch our next episode on the Spies of the Roman Army: ruclips.net/video/xpPY5yU9w7I/видео.html
Can you cover Napoleon’s Old Guard? That’d be pretty awesome to learn about their history and equipment!
Your reports could basically be life or death for an entire army
so yeah, no pressure lmao
Lake Trasimene hmmmmm
@@nothingtoseeheremovealong598 Teutenbourg Forest
Carrhae too
If would have made 25% of the troops be scouts or paid the scouts more.
So my pressure would be that at least.
Planes have phones???
Ahh yes, Dorus the Exploradorus.
XDXDXDXDXDXD
Ffs😂
Bruh, you owe me a mouthful of beer
Backpackus
Brilliant!
Super excited to branch out into non-fighting units of history which were just as important to victory! What units of history should we cover next?
Barbarian chariots
Will we get one on the frumentarii?
continuation of "What if Ceasar lived?" maybe?
How about messengers and battlefield runners?
Perhaps an episode dedicated to Roman Engineers?
I loved being a scout for 10 years. Not alot has changed even with all the technology. Most people have no idea scouts still exist and/or have no idea what we do. Thx for the video
As an infantry scout I leaned that large formations of "enemy" soldiers don't really gaze around, they just plod on. On one exercise I was in fairly open area with little cover when I realized the enemy were nearby and the only place I could hide was in a tree. So I climbed the tree and watched an entire company walk past a few metres below my feet. If one of them had looked up they would have easily have seen me. But no one looked, so after they had passed I was able to evade them and get back to my own side.
What do u do and how if u dont mind me asking
@@Dave_Sisson where was that ?
In America it's Cavalry scouts but there Cavalry scouts in some Infantry battalions..
@@kousseilashakur672 It was a military training exercise in south eastern Australia, but I suspect the same thing could happen almost anywhere in the world
I feel like the story of a unit of Roman scouts deep in enemy territory would make an incredible period piece movie
Totally agree!
The scouts took the day off at the Battle of Lake Trasimene...
I see what you did there...
Every time Hannibal was on the fields, the scouts took a day off
And Cannae, Ticinus, Trebia...
I think it was less taking the day of and more the comanders going full "yeet" at the first sight of the carthagineans
🤣🤣🤣
>Screened for skills and experience
After years of Roman study I can firmly state that this line can be translated to "wealthy enough to have your own horse and educated enough to take notes but not wealthy enough to carry heavy armor nor too important to lose in the field"
Good to see scouts getting some re ognition. All we hear is about romans is either how great their engineering was,admirable their discipline was, or how shit their cavalry was. Not to mention politics of course.
some of the most famous Roman defeats was because they didn't scout properly lol
They don't like scouting except for Caesar, so people didn't bother either.
That is because they were excellent at engineering and they had probably the best infantry of the ancient world, so that's what everyone talks about.
I'm actually baffled they made a video praising the scouts, because every historian agrees that Romans were exceptionally BAD at scouting... Many of their worst defeats are linked to scouting mistakes.
@@FKaps16 Don't forget their shit politics
@@ktheterkuceder6825 I wouldn't go that far as to call them shit. Obviously not perfect, but the Republic had one of the most advanced political systems of the time.
And in terms of law, they were way ahead of its time. Roman Law still serves as foundation on all Western countries.
Last time i was this early there was no salt in Carthage
Carthago delenda est
You should take that story with a grain of sailt
@@eedwardgrey2 ah yes *sailt*
@@WraithLK I love sprinkling sailt on my food
@@CallMeMark231 hey cato the elder want your location mate 😂😂😂💀
I think it's really fascinating that such a vital role of the army was filled by common soldiers, auxiliaries even. The top of the command structure and other key positions were usually filled by aristocrats, and yet here we see ordinary men advise aristocrats on what path to take. This just proves once more that the success of a campaign depended less on the high-ranking politicians than they would have liked everyone to believe. I find it surprising though that the procursatores and exploratores were seemingly chosen at random and were not a distinct, elite unit. I mean sure, the video mentions that there were some characteristics procursatores and explorates had to possess and were selected for, but I still wonder how accurately they could relay the information. Did they even know how much water and food the army consumed each day, so that they wouldn't accidentally recommend a path where the logistics failed and the army started to suffer from attrition?
A really interesting video for sure, can't wait for the next one! Keep up the great work :)
Giving the troops recognition of their work is surely a reason Caesar's legions were so loyal. He didn't take all the glory. At least from my understanding.
I guess they probably picked those who had experience in hunting, tracking, though how could you know about those things for every soldier. And like they said Casear usually sent out Germanic and Galic cavalry which were natives to the lands where his most famous campaign happened.
@@ChunkyWalnutX Yeah, using allies that were familiar with the terrain surely helped, although then you were always running the risk of them betraying you and possibly luring you into an ambush. I suppose it's a double-edged sword; if your allies proved loyal then using them as procursatores and exploratores was definitely worth it, but if they didn't prove loyal then the entire army was at risk.
@@totodilesquad3890 I guess the procursatores would be even more useful if the exploratores did turn-coat - having scouts scouting your scouts lol
I guess that's because, even if their job was vital, at face value it wasn't rocket science. It was like: Dude, go in THAT direction and tell me what is there, pay special attention to (whatever was of interest at the moment) and come back to report in X hours/days.
After their report the commanders made the decisions. I mean, it's explained pretty well in the video.
Can you made video about....
Auxillia Palatinae Guard, The Successor and the most loyal Guard in Roman History.
Why dont you focus on the sorry state of the mother land, Comrade?
Yessss
@wulpurgis Just an admirer
I agree with you.
I find the late Roman army to be kind of fascinating, and the elite Auxillia Palatina units especially.
Because for so long, we all tended to think of the late Roman army as a objective downgrade from the Imperial Legions, but if it weren't for them, the Roman Empire would've fallen centuries before they did.
And if the Auxillia Palatina units were supposed to be their elite infantry units, they must've been fairly good.
I *loved* this episode. This like logistics, reconnaissance, and other non-combat parts of an army's life is quite scarce in this kind of videos and I always deeply appreciate learning more about it.
And this one was excellently researched and narrated. I learned a lot I had no idea about.
The scouts were on vacation during the battle of Adrianople
@Marcelo Henrique Soares da Silva Adrianople shouldn't even had been a thing. Moronic officers messed up.
@@miguelmontenegro3520 Lmao, they fed the Goths dog meat, one dog for one child sold into slavery.
@Marcelo Henrique Soares da Silva there’s no medicine for Ignorance!
Last time I was this early Cro-Magnon government issued a patent for fire.
I’m stealing this line
Best thing minister Buga ever did.
ah, it was an overrated development - look at the mess it lead to
Great episode. It's pretty awesome that 1700 years later the British army was using professional Native American scouts, my ancestors - who were also used as elite auxiliaries.
This job seems like a fun and exciting mini adventure within the scope of the army campaign. Just you and a handful of other soldiers on horseback roaming around the countryside taking notes and interacting with locals then moving on to the next area and occasionally sending out riders to report back to the army.
I would have signed up
Definitely beats forced marches, hauling equipment around, and building a new camp every night.
Yessss
Probably a lot of avoiding and hiding from enemy, and if they came into contact it would have been them vs a major enemy force
Still true with recon units today. It's less going on an casual walk through the countryside and more trying to avoid and hide from enemy patrols, and if you came into contact then God help you. In Vietnam the LRRP (long range reconaisance patrol) units would perform reconnaisance in Vietcong territory. Their casualty rate was 100%. Wouldn't want to imagine being a scout before automatic firearms where a small team could somewhat match the firepower of a large group
The scouts took their paid sick leave day at lake Trasimene...
Hannibal's scouts had just got a promotion and a raise haha
Or Teutoburg forest.
@@renaudtheis1197 it was wet and scary and they didn’t have their lunch break yet.
@jake dominguez never trust anyone that answers "yeah, yeah, yeah..."
I've always liked Reconnaissance units. So much appreciated for sharing this bit of history on the Roman variety!
Next: nubian archers and mongol kheshigs.
Kheshigs has already been done in brief by kng. But yeah a more detailed video would be nice.
Do the axumite empire
@@indridcole7596 not much known about them
cretan archers
an finally will work down to the occupations of the wagon trains that trailed the legions - not just the teamsters but also the women and their occupational role
This video helped me plan some D&D sessions for one of my players who wanted to be a "scout". Gave me ideas besides sneak and look for people. Great video as always.
This word, Exploradores, is still used in Portuguese. It literally means "explorers". In 2 thousand years the only change to the word was that the "T" became a "D"
In spanish too
brasileiro ta em toda a parte mesmo ne mano
That’s the origin of the word explorers, so English also has it
@@CABOOSEBOB and spanish and maybe french idk
'Exploradora' is the Spanish equivalent, and that's how Dora the Explorer was named
nothing more fun than talking logistics and scouting. the secret sauce to success
Due to the topic this was one of my most anticipated episodes and due to the presentation, information and overall quality it is my most satisfying and favorite to date, thank you!!!
You should make a Units of History episode about the Late Roman Auxilia Palatina units.
Because I've become fascinated with how the Late Roman army, which a lot of people look at as a downgrade from the Imperial Legions we all associate with the Romans, when in reality, it helped hold the Roman Empire together for several more centuries than it would've otherwise.
This is one of those videos I'm looking forward to. Since I'm a military scout myself. I'm quite surprised that most if not all of these things is still relevant in modern times. It makes it much easier for me to explain myself on things I do during my military service without being too nitty-gritty with the details on this.
Right on bud! Army, USMC, foreign military? Just asking cuz I’m American. I’m a RETIRED cavalryman now
Exploratores were true survivalists , imagine in times of alexander , this type of troop conquererd the enemy desert long befor the main body of the army .
I dont think i could ever sleep soundly sleeping in enemy territory in alexanders army.
@@rpavangchhia8953 Ha? What exactly you talking about?
great great content, thankyou for all the incredible work.
I've been looking forward to this one since you first teased it
Super pumped. Been waiting for this video since the announcement!
Fascinating, I'm getting an Assassin's Creed plus Call of Duty vibe with this.
One of the most vital portions of any army, and often the most overlooked. Respect to em all from all eras and sides.
I learned something new thanks. And also a tortoise approves of this video
A testudo?
@@Hermenie no more like minor details and btw these videos are probably made to help you learn
I love that you guys cover more niche aspects of Roman history. I loved your food one.
Great exploration of the subject! ⚔️🏹
The British Army used Exploratory Officers in much the same role. These men were usually high ranking officers mounted on thorough bred and corn fed horses riding in full uniform behind enemy lines. Lieutenant-Colonel Colquhoun Grant was one of the more famous ones during the Peninsula War from 1808-1814. Was captured by the French sent to Paris under Parole but later escaped and passed himself off as an American while at large in PAris.
And people say they’re weak in Total War: Attila.
Magister Eqvitvm Yriddian would agree with you.
I thought this said Total war: Antifa
Would be cool if employing Exploratores in a legion would give you increased campaign map spotting.
@@ajstevens1652 thats a good idea
@@ajstevens1652 and their deployment zone would be more than just a few feet ahead of your own army
4:50 "Nobody's a pathfinder until they've 'pathfound' something"
- Foster "My-face-is-tired-from-everything" Addisson
A great voice for narrating this type of historical content. :)
Aye I spot that “Storm Before the Storm” from Mike Duncan during the Blinkest ad. I hope everyone watching this channel is subscribed to his podcasts
Love the History of Rome Podcast so damn much
They had one of the toughest jobs💪🏻
Awesome idea, loved it. Great script writer!
Everything from Roman times deserve a thumbs up!! Ave Caesar!
The content is great! This and the Roman supply lines doc are my recent favourites.
The artwork is amazing too, any chance I could my hands on them,I would like to have them as my wallpaper. :)
I'm strangely excited about this video.
Great video! Thank you so very much.
The art style is awesome. Good job.
Invicta is an amazing chanel. Best narrator.
fascinating - I'd never considered this in depth before
The artwork & animations look amazing
It’s nice to hear about the scouts even though in most big Roman campaigns they will have army’s show up right next to them with practically zero warning...
yeah but to be fair - it is hard to out-scout someone in their homeland.
@@udozocklein6023 for small raids that makes sense, but full scale troop movements is a different matter all together
@@michaelpeters6659 considering that most of the places rome invaded before becoming an empire were NOT organized armies, they were all about raids and ambushes.
and also, still, outscout someone in their homeland is a feat to consider^^
@@udozocklein6023 valid points mate, I also think that the fact that the Roman’s build a damn fort every single night on campaign means that the scouts could afford to miss some small things and it still wasn’t a fatal mistake
@@michaelpeters6659 indeed; not most of the time, that is^^
Excited to see the incredible art you've got now
Very informative video with beautiful art and animation.
My father was a Combat Infantry Scout serving General Patton’s 3rd Army. Dad was awarded the Silver Star for the Battle of Metz. These scouts were a volunteer unit under G2.
Your artwork is great, should definitely work with EpicHistoryTV to come up with a master video.
We did do a collaboration for the campaigns of Alexander a while back with total war footage
@@InvictaHistory
That video was perfection !
Beautiful artwork! Wow!
Very interesting, this is another aspect of the Roman army often overlooked but critically important!
Awesome artworks and art style in this video 🤌🏻
The art for this episode is outstanding! Kudos to the artists.
One of your best yet
Well done illustrations,, not overly do be but well done for time used. Interesting and seemingly well researched info
Great video, loved the info
Top notch ! Good job♥️
The Romans initially didn't like Scouting, but Hannibal taught them this important lesson...
Amazing video.
EXCELLENT HISTORICAL VIDEO
The Dacian leader was pronounced "Dekébalus" meaning Strong as 10 men. not "Decabúlus"
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Congratulations
This is great material! Keep up the good work!
Wow, that was fascinating. Thanks alot for making this.
This is amazing content. I came from Kings and generals and this is on par which is a big shout. I wasn’t aware of these unique units and their purpose. Love your use of pictures as well. Good work guys
Another fantastic video! Thank you for making it!! :)
Randomly came across your channel. Delighted I did, love every vid I watched
You stated that ammianius marcellianus stated that explotaroes would ve out up to 30km or so, can i ask where abouts this was.
Amazing chanel 🖤
Great video these were the first Recce platoons. Good to know where my service roots came from. Time spent on reconasens is never wasted.
It’s always nice to you trying a new genre of entertainment! A comedy! I love it!
This channel is glorious!
Great video! Very interesting.
one of the most interesting videos. Scouts dont get much recognition but this is good.
Was in mid 2000s light cavalry unit, didn’t know we went back that far back, current doctrine is very good, hard to believe not much have changed except improvements.
love this video .Im a fan of military mangas so this channel is a good fit for me.Never seen anyone breakdown recon before tho. Exellent video.
Really enjoy the art as well as the great info
Finally i was waiting for such video a long time !
Very nice. Thank you.
Thank you. This was a topic I have been interested in for a long time.
Will you also publish a video on the Sagittarii, the archers of the Roman legions?
Excellent video
First class explanation.
The guys who own this channel are kings, really drowning us in all these videos
one of the better videos recently. more stuff like this
Always happy to see another fellow Warhammer nerd thrive in military history! :D Please show us your pile of shame!
Informative and interesting, thanks!
Nicely informative video. Can't wait for the video on Roman Army spies.
I love these videos detailing specific units from ancient times.
Great video. I've only ever read about these scouts in books, but I've never seen a video about them before.
Great graphics!
So much for knowledge on Roman scouts
I love this channel especially because of the Roma videos
Awesome as always
Very good vid……thank you.
Excellent stuff