I just joined The 71st North Carolina Highland regiment and my first re-enactment is May 15-16, I am 12 and you are helping me with figuring out how to actually DO the re-enactment
@@oddballsok a boy of 12 could be employed in a regiment as a musician or otherwise employed by officers to perform menial adjutant tasks (such as picking up horse dung, as you suggested). Seeing as their comment is now 3 years old though, they'll be 15 or 16, which means they might be on the cusp of being able to enlist as a musketman, which many drummer boys often did. In fact, a few years' dutiful service as a musician while too young to properly enlist might advance them for a promotion early on in their career as an enlisted man later on.
@@bigmoniesponge Effectivement, c'est parce que c'est le mot en francais devenu un mot en anglais. I'm Canadian 🇨🇦 and I served in the CAF - we say "leftenant" as well....unless we are speaking French that is.
I did my thesis on the 54th and 12 regiments when they served in Australia and New Zealand during the 1850s-1860s, even had the pleasure of analysing one of those 54th buttons your wearing :)
Splendid job, old boy! It's great to have the duties and responsibilities of the different ranks, clearly and concisely talked about, all in one place!
Your videos are interesting, and well researched. Back in the 60s I was in the USMC, two years of which I was in a rifle company. Contemporary Marines are completely unrecognizable today in almost every way: Different uniforms, weapons, support vehicles (both ground and air), rations, &c, &c. I feel ancient.
Suprising how similar this is to the Dano-Norwegian order of "command" booth "now" and then :O Hope you post more often in the times to come, your videos are truly inspiering and educational. AND FUN!!!! :D
Question for a future video perhaps, or if you know any resources: what were the customs for taking care of the war dead - specifically for the British in America. Were they buried nearby? Were officers shipped back to England, or was that afforded to every soldier? Thanks, Chris, appreciate the channel.
Standard procedure back in those days was soldiers were buried near where they fell, or died of other causes like disease, both officers and men. In an long-term encampment there would be a designated burial ground, most of which have been lost to time. If an officer was from a family of means, as most were, then maybe, MAYBE, a representative of the family would come after hostilities were over and recover the remains, assuming the grave was marked. It's a very big maybe, there's a British general named Phillips who died during the Petersburg VA campaign of 1781 and was buried in Blandford Cemetery, where he still remains, but no-one knows where. There is a memorial stone to him near the wall of Blandford Church. Phillips is the one who said "Where a goat can go, a man can go. And where a man can go he can drag a gun!"
@@fragwagon You're welcome! One officer who's remains were recovered and brought back to England was Major John Andre. (Look him up.) Hanged as a spy in 1780 in Tappan NY his remains were exhumed in 1821. He's buried in Westminster Abbey. There may have been others but he's the only one I know of.
Even as late as the Falklands war, officers and men alike were buried near where they fell. After the Falklands war there was some demand to repatriate the dead and several were disinterred and brought back to Britain, but there are some sill buried on the Falklands where they were originally laid to rest. It's only with the wars in the middle east that it became standard practice to return the dead to Britain for burial. The US also followed this practice through the Korean War; however, during Vietnam they began returning the deceased back to the US for burial.
@@costakeith9048 There was an old military tradition: "A nation's boundarys are marked by the graves of its soldiers." Not followed in this day and age of course. Those days are gone.
Being a Corporal in the modern army is pretty much the same. All the responsibilities of a Sergeant, with the pay of a Specialist. Plus you can go from Specialist to Sergeant, so you don't even need to be a Corporal.
Similarly, in the K.K. Armee of the 18th century, officers were often promoted by assigning them to another unit. There was a lack of COs and NCOs when a new regiment was formed, so there was plenty of "playing room" to get promoted. They mass raised regiments a couple of times, for example hungarian regiments in 1741 and during the coalition wars. The regimental books often talk about what regiment a CO was assigned to or from. The regiment my unit is reenacting for example was first led by a major that was assigned to form it, and then he got promoted to Obrist (colonel). Another interesting fact about the K.K. regiments: the highest ranking officer is usually referred to as Regimentskommandant (commander of the regiment) in these documents, but each regiment also held a name. The name comes from the Inhaber (owner) of the regiment, which in our case, was first also the kommandant of it. So it was first called the Regiment Bethlen, then they got numbered: K.K. IR52 Bethlen. (IR stands for Infanterie Regiment). When the owner died, the regiment went to another hand, thus renaming the regiment. There were also regiments that belonged to a certain title, like the Kaiser regiments, which held the name of the current Emperors.
Each captain had to be able to step up to regiment or battalion command in the event of the Colonels and Major being casualties, absent, or sick. On top of this mess add the system of purchasing commissions for officers which overrode ability and seniority.
Remember the movie ‘Revolution’ that came out in 1985 staring Al Pacino? I always liked the battle scene with Donald Sutherland as an NCO lancing people with a sharpened pike!
@@chris_ackroyd No-one's even sure why the Brits pronounce it "leftenant," even the Brits! Trust me, I've tried researching it! One Brit site said "We do because we do!" I DID find a clue in a 17th Century print of a New Model Army encampment. The tents were labeled "The General's Tent," "The Colonel's Tent," and so on, but then there were some labeled "The Levetenant's Tents." Interesting! Draw what conclusion you will. However, as I understand it the Royal Navy pronounces it "lieutenant."
@@lornabaker4079 ...or from the old Norse/German ‘luftenhand’ which predated the french/Latin ‘locum teneris’ . I think it maybe lost in the mists of time😳
During the production of LotR the New Zealand Army provided a lot of extras for battle scenes. Also they provided some sergeants. Peter Jackson said, usually ordering large numbers of extras about on a set is difficult. But with the sergeants at hand all he had to point and say "These guys, over there." and then the sergeants would yell at the men in proper military fashion.
The colonel is in charge of the Regiment, the Lt. Colonel is in charge of the battalion. Regiments of infantry had at least 2 battalions. How about the ranks and responsibilities of the British cavalry.
Something I know nothing about, I’m afraid. In regards to battalions, most regiments in this period typically only have one, with limited exception. Two battalions is more Napoleonic and later.
I’ve been planning to put something like this together for a while, but unfortunately every event this year that has involved camping has been either canceled or I’ve being otherwise unable to attend.
Is there already a video explaining the regiments? (How many Companies has a battalion, how many battalions a regiment and eho is in charge?) If there is one, I am probably too blind to find it - if not: Would be an interesting video topic :)
I applaud the characters and reenactors in these reenactments but I’m just a little bit confused because don’t they stick to the script in terms of history or do they just reenact and have different scripts on the battlefield it’s just a little bit confusing I’m not doubting how amazing it is I just curious I don’t know if it’s there trying to reenact on history or is it just a game they play with a different scenes from different reenactments so if somebody could just get back to me as to what it’s all about I’d appreciate it meanwhile well done to the characters and reenactments I really appreciate this channel keep up the great work of our history👍👍
It depends on the event. There are some that are heavily scripted to be as accurate as possible to a particular battle, and there are some that are completely unscripted and aren’t based on an actual battle at all - they’re more like tactical demonstrations.
@@ChristheRedcoat thanks Chris I really appreciate that I’ve been to the dress rehearsal for battle of Lexington it’s truly amazing what you guys and ladies do for for the activity I’m an honerd to be A spectator GOD SAVE THE KING !!👍👍
so, I found a new game: to look for your squadmates on the comment section (like looking for waldo). do you have a list of the names on your squad so I can check if I'm missing anyone?
1:44 That's not the relationship between the director, 1st AD, 2nd AD and 3rd AD. They are in a hierarchy, but the responsibilities aren't strictly as a delegation. A 1st AD is more like a foreman. The 2nd AD is attached to production, issuing call sheets and handling logistics. A third AD is attached to the extras, traveling them and placing them into scenes. They might act as a chain of command, but their primary functions are unique to each role.
In regards to getting into reenactment (as opposed to overall roles), is there a distinction between NCO and CO or do all new reenactors have to start as privates? I ask because I want to portray a commissioned officer considering my HEMA background.
@@IonIsFalling7217 sure. Outfit 20 men out of pocket, buy them musket, traps, regimental coat, small clothes, shoes, bedding, and knapsack small parts kit. That should cost about $40,000USD or $55,000CAD... Then you can be a leftenant. Oh don't forget to hire an outside drill instructor for $1000 a weekend since you don't know what you're doing. So by that math you are welcomed to buy your commission, the way the historic officers did.
Reenacting groups (at least where I live) tend to be *very* leery of people who want to portray NCO or CO ranks right off the bat "because of their background." We don't care if you're former military, the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, or whatever else. The best way to enjoy the hobby is to start at the bottom and work your way up.
@@BarkyLondon I understand starting from lowest rank, but my thoughts are on the ability to choose between CO and enlisted. I understand one should be a private before becoming an NCO, but considering many COs didn’t even have prior military experience historically, it makes some sense. Do some reenactment groups offer cadet academies with limited windows, basically being a private without being a private (aka cadet)?
Were British units organized from specific areas or regions and stayed mostly together? I'm wondering how common it would have been to send promoted Captains to other fighting units rather than Army-level admin positions. Or was there just so many of them that there wasn't even enough room for transfers like that?
It was fairly common practice for flank companies (light infantry and grenadiers) to be separated from their parent companies and organized into brigades that would then be sent to other theatres of the war. So in all likelihood you would retain your rank on the company level, but you could have a different rank in the brigade.
@@devinhorner2358 In particular, the rank of Brigadier General was usually bestowed to either colonels or lieutenant colonels - so Francis Smith of the 10th regiment is one example. He was brigadier general while also being Lt Col of the 10th.
Chris I've been looking for your video "Identifying Rank In The British Army" as you've mentioned it in a couple of videos but can't find it anywhere and it's not in your RUclips list!... Can you provide a link please?
I actually took that video down. There was some incorrect information in it which I wasn't happy with. Hoping to make an updated version sometime this year.
Does it ever happen in re-enactment that there is contention amongst the participants as to wether the re-enactment itself, or any details of it, are historically accurate? Or is everyone very much on the “same page” regarding these things?
I actually took that video down. There was some incorrect information in it which I wasn't happy with. Hoping to make an updated version sometime this year.
You‘ve mentioned Mount & Blade in this video. Have you actually played it? And if the answer is yes, what do you think of it? Brandon has made a video about the very similar game Holdfast and absolutely trashed it. So I‘d like to hear your take in that :)
I mean, it’s basically the same game, just with more dated graphics and less cancer-inducing voice-chat. I don’t mind it, but I also don’t play it very much.
@@ChristheRedcoat thank you for the reply. On my opinion M&B is obviously not historically accurate, but it's a fun game for all those who like napoloenic era uniforms and napolenic wars inspired battles. It's kinda funny to watch when some regiments try to make it authentic and still jogging around in a single column :D
I know that your representation is the British, but do you know of any channels that do what you do, only for the French at the same time period? Those have been difficult for me to find.
A carrying position by which you grip the musket around the trigger guard with your index finger and thumb, and hold it on the right side as opposed to the left.
Not really. After 1777, the US regulars (the continentals) began to operate as proper UK and European regiments. Still a partisan army, but aspiring to a more professional operation. If you can see to the well being of your men and you can evolve a line for your charge without the men pushing YOU through the wheel and turns, then you could perform the functioning a NCO. If on the other hand, drill eludes you, the men nudge you along keeping you in position, you have musket emergencies every firing session and you need to borrow tools.... You are NOT a corporal or sgt.
@@ChristheRedcoat sometimes people get confused by century’s like sometimes people think that the 18th century means 1800s if you know what I mean, and they don’t know that the 18th century is basically the 1700s
Who decides what rank everyone is? I mean can someone just buy a generals uniform and show up at an event as George Washington? Or Cornwallace? Does everyone start out as an enlisted man? If you have a college degree are you automatically a Lieutenant?
Generally everyone starts off as a private. In theory there’s nothing stopping someone from buying an officer’s uniform and showing up to an event with it, but it would be frowned upon.
Well there’s a few different versions. You have the medium blue coats with red facings, white facings, blue facings, buff facings. And you also have the sky blue uniforms, one with red facings and the other with yellow
It varies. A lot of the scenarios we participate in are not actually based off of any particular battle, so anything can happen. At the events where we are recreating a specific battle, sometimes it will be 50/50, so we reenact the actual historical battle the first day of the event, and then the second day is just sort of a free-for-all.
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I just joined The 71st North Carolina Highland regiment and my first re-enactment is May 15-16, I am 12 and you are helping me with figuring out how to actually DO the re-enactment
12 ??!?...your task is to stay in the rear and scoop the dung of the horses... huh ?
@@oddballsok a boy of 12 could be employed in a regiment as a musician or otherwise employed by officers to perform menial adjutant tasks (such as picking up horse dung, as you suggested).
Seeing as their comment is now 3 years old though, they'll be 15 or 16, which means they might be on the cusp of being able to enlist as a musketman, which many drummer boys often did. In fact, a few years' dutiful service as a musician while too young to properly enlist might advance them for a promotion early on in their career as an enlisted man later on.
Bravo Sgt very well done
Thanks Dennis!
Excellent video.
Polished off by listening to an American pronouncing the rank as LEF TEN ANT not Loo tenant.
Outstanding.
Gotta stick it to the French
@@bigmoniesponge Effectivement, c'est parce que c'est le mot en francais devenu un mot en anglais.
I'm Canadian 🇨🇦 and I served in the CAF - we say "leftenant" as well....unless we are speaking French that is.
I did my thesis on the 54th and 12 regiments when they served in Australia and New Zealand during the 1850s-1860s, even had the pleasure of analysing one of those 54th buttons your wearing :)
I will narrow this down real quick
Private: shut up and do what you’re told
Everyone else: tell said private what to do
Very true
And unleash floggings if due obedience not forthcoming.
"Go home"
-Geoege Washington to that private probably
Splendid job, old boy! It's great to have the duties and responsibilities of the different ranks, clearly and concisely talked about, all in one place!
Your videos are interesting, and well researched. Back in the 60s I was in the USMC, two years of which I was in a rifle company. Contemporary Marines are completely unrecognizable today in almost every way: Different uniforms, weapons, support vehicles (both ground and air), rations, &c, &c. I feel ancient.
Any video that cites Cuthbertson is a top tier video.
Very well done, Sergeant! I'm, definitely, looking forward to more content! Thank you for all the great videos!
Suprising how similar this is to the Dano-Norwegian order of "command" booth "now" and then :O
Hope you post more often in the times to come, your videos are truly inspiering and educational. AND FUN!!!! :D
Glad to see more content sir
I learn so much from this about British old world military techniques excellent
This should help me when I'm amongst your ranks!
Question for a future video perhaps, or if you know any resources: what were the customs for taking care of the war dead - specifically for the British in America. Were they buried nearby? Were officers shipped back to England, or was that afforded to every soldier? Thanks, Chris, appreciate the channel.
Standard procedure back in those days was soldiers were buried near where they fell, or died of other causes like disease, both officers and men. In an long-term encampment there would be a designated burial ground, most of which have been lost to time.
If an officer was from a family of means, as most were, then maybe, MAYBE, a representative of the family would come after hostilities were over and recover the remains, assuming the grave was marked. It's a very big maybe, there's a British general named Phillips who died during the Petersburg VA campaign of 1781 and was buried in Blandford Cemetery, where he still remains, but no-one knows where. There is a memorial stone to him near the wall of Blandford Church.
Phillips is the one who said "Where a goat can go, a man can go. And where a man can go he can drag a gun!"
@@wayneantoniazzi2706 thank you for the detailed reply!
@@fragwagon You're welcome! One officer who's remains were recovered and brought back to England was Major John Andre. (Look him up.) Hanged as a spy in 1780 in Tappan NY his remains were exhumed in 1821. He's buried in Westminster Abbey.
There may have been others but he's the only one I know of.
Even as late as the Falklands war, officers and men alike were buried near where they fell. After the Falklands war there was some demand to repatriate the dead and several were disinterred and brought back to Britain, but there are some sill buried on the Falklands where they were originally laid to rest. It's only with the wars in the middle east that it became standard practice to return the dead to Britain for burial. The US also followed this practice through the Korean War; however, during Vietnam they began returning the deceased back to the US for burial.
@@costakeith9048 There was an old military tradition:
"A nation's boundarys are marked by the graves of its soldiers."
Not followed in this day and age of course. Those days are gone.
Many thanks for a very clear and comprehensive explanation, sir!
As always sergeant, great job!
very informative. Thanks for the run down.
This was a good video! the first one of yours I've watched, I got a bit to catch up on now.
Fascinating! These videos are so informative and interesting. Thanks for making them.
Being a Corporal in the modern army is pretty much the same. All the responsibilities of a Sergeant, with the pay of a Specialist. Plus you can go from Specialist to Sergeant, so you don't even need to be a Corporal.
Similarly, in the K.K. Armee of the 18th century, officers were often promoted by assigning them to another unit. There was a lack of COs and NCOs when a new regiment was formed, so there was plenty of "playing room" to get promoted.
They mass raised regiments a couple of times, for example hungarian regiments in 1741 and during the coalition wars. The regimental books often talk about what regiment a CO was assigned to or from. The regiment my unit is reenacting for example was first led by a major that was assigned to form it, and then he got promoted to Obrist (colonel).
Another interesting fact about the K.K. regiments: the highest ranking officer is usually referred to as Regimentskommandant (commander of the regiment) in these documents, but each regiment also held a name. The name comes from the Inhaber (owner) of the regiment, which in our case, was first also the kommandant of it. So it was first called the Regiment Bethlen, then they got numbered: K.K. IR52 Bethlen. (IR stands for Infanterie Regiment). When the owner died, the regiment went to another hand, thus renaming the regiment. There were also regiments that belonged to a certain title, like the Kaiser regiments, which held the name of the current Emperors.
Very nice as usual!
Great vids Chris, really enjoying them!
Informativ und interessant! Danke!
Your videos are the perfect combination fun and informative 👌
Thank you for this!
very well done Unlike some of the other vids I have seen by others
Great video. Really appreciate the effort you put into your videos. Gives me something to aspire to on my own channel.
Well that Answers most of my questions
A great video extremely interesting and informative
Great Video
I can see why they simplified it a lot.
Each captain had to be able to step up to regiment or battalion command in the event of the Colonels and Major being casualties, absent, or sick.
On top of this mess add the system of purchasing commissions for officers which overrode ability and seniority.
Remember the movie ‘Revolution’ that came out in 1985 staring Al Pacino? I always liked the battle scene with Donald Sutherland as an NCO lancing people with a sharpened pike!
...glad to hear you are pronouncing the rank Lt. correctly as ‘leftenant’ not ‘lootentant’👍
Heh, had enough of people constantly pointing that out on the other video.
@@ChristheRedcoat - I’m not sure which came 1st and why the the colonials ‘changed’ to the the french version...?
@@chris_ackroyd No-one's even sure why the Brits pronounce it "leftenant," even the Brits! Trust me, I've tried researching it! One Brit site said "We do because we do!"
I DID find a clue in a 17th Century print of a New Model Army encampment. The tents were labeled "The General's Tent," "The Colonel's Tent," and so on, but then there were some labeled "The Levetenant's Tents." Interesting! Draw what conclusion you will.
However, as I understand it the Royal Navy pronounces it "lieutenant."
@@chris_ackroyd lieutenant as lef-tenant because the Latin lev came first
@@lornabaker4079 ...or from the old Norse/German ‘luftenhand’ which predated the french/Latin ‘locum teneris’ . I think it maybe lost in the mists of time😳
During the production of LotR the New Zealand Army provided a lot of extras for battle scenes. Also they provided some sergeants. Peter Jackson said, usually ordering large numbers of extras about on a set is difficult. But with the sergeants at hand all he had to point and say "These guys, over there." and then the sergeants would yell at the men in proper military fashion.
Okay, question... what about an Admiral of the Royal Navy? What's his duties? What would a typical day be like for him?
Chris may not be able to help you on this one, he's a grunt, not a swabbie!
The colonel is in charge of the Regiment, the Lt. Colonel is in charge of the battalion. Regiments of infantry had at least 2 battalions.
How about the ranks and responsibilities of the British cavalry.
Something I know nothing about, I’m afraid. In regards to battalions, most regiments in this period typically only have one, with limited exception. Two battalions is more Napoleonic and later.
Chris, would you consider doing a video about a typical day for a redcoat reenactment? Do you eat food typical of that period, camp the same way etc?
I’ve been planning to put something like this together for a while, but unfortunately every event this year that has involved camping has been either canceled or I’ve being otherwise unable to attend.
@@ChristheRedcoat Ok no worries. I look forward to it when you do!
Is there already a video explaining the regiments? (How many Companies has a battalion, how many battalions a regiment and eho is in charge?)
If there is one, I am probably too blind to find it - if not: Would be an interesting video topic :)
Priviet Tovarisch Sir Chris! Long time no see.
Good to be back!
I applaud the characters and reenactors in these reenactments but I’m just a little bit confused because don’t they stick to the script in terms of history or do they just reenact and have different scripts on the battlefield it’s just a little bit confusing I’m not doubting how amazing it is I just curious I don’t know if it’s there trying to reenact on history or is it just a game they play with a different scenes from different reenactments so if somebody could just get back to me as to what it’s all about I’d appreciate it meanwhile well done to the characters and reenactments I really appreciate this channel keep up the great work of our history👍👍
It depends on the event. There are some that are heavily scripted to be as accurate as possible to a particular battle, and there are some that are completely unscripted and aren’t based on an actual battle at all - they’re more like tactical demonstrations.
@@ChristheRedcoat thanks Chris I really appreciate that I’ve been to the dress rehearsal for battle of Lexington it’s truly amazing what you guys and ladies do for for the activity I’m an honerd to be A spectator GOD SAVE THE KING !!👍👍
so, I found a new game: to look for your squadmates on the comment section (like looking for waldo).
do you have a list of the names on your squad so I can check if I'm missing anyone?
1:44 That's not the relationship between the director, 1st AD, 2nd AD and 3rd AD.
They are in a hierarchy, but the responsibilities aren't strictly as a delegation. A 1st AD is more like a foreman. The 2nd AD is attached to production, issuing call sheets and handling logistics. A third AD is attached to the extras, traveling them and placing them into scenes. They might act as a chain of command, but their primary functions are unique to each role.
Eh, it was a very loose analogy. What do I know, I worked in production design. 😆
Chris do you know the email of anyone in Nashville who does reenactment of the War of Independance. I can find nada. Thanks
In regards to getting into reenactment (as opposed to overall roles), is there a distinction between NCO and CO or do all new reenactors have to start as privates? I ask because I want to portray a commissioned officer considering my HEMA background.
Generally, new recruits are encouraged to start as privates and work their way up - the hobby has more need of musketmen than it has for officers.
I imagine the hobby also has need of money, so perhaps you could purchase your commission in an appropriately historical manner 😉
@@IonIsFalling7217 sure. Outfit 20 men out of pocket, buy them musket, traps, regimental coat, small clothes, shoes, bedding, and knapsack small parts kit. That should cost about $40,000USD or $55,000CAD... Then you can be a leftenant. Oh don't forget to hire an outside drill instructor for $1000 a weekend since you don't know what you're doing.
So by that math you are welcomed to buy your commission, the way the historic officers did.
Reenacting groups (at least where I live) tend to be *very* leery of people who want to portray NCO or CO ranks right off the bat "because of their background." We don't care if you're former military, the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, or whatever else. The best way to enjoy the hobby is to start at the bottom and work your way up.
@@BarkyLondon I understand starting from lowest rank, but my thoughts are on the ability to choose between CO and enlisted. I understand one should be a private before becoming an NCO, but considering many COs didn’t even have prior military experience historically, it makes some sense. Do some reenactment groups offer cadet academies with limited windows, basically being a private without being a private (aka cadet)?
Were British units organized from specific areas or regions and stayed mostly together? I'm wondering how common it would have been to send promoted Captains to other fighting units rather than Army-level admin positions. Or was there just so many of them that there wasn't even enough room for transfers like that?
It was fairly common practice for flank companies (light infantry and grenadiers) to be separated from their parent companies and organized into brigades that would then be sent to other theatres of the war. So in all likelihood you would retain your rank on the company level, but you could have a different rank in the brigade.
@@ChristheRedcoat further adding to the confusion!
@@devinhorner2358 In particular, the rank of Brigadier General was usually bestowed to either colonels or lieutenant colonels - so Francis Smith of the 10th regiment is one example. He was brigadier general while also being Lt Col of the 10th.
Chris I've been looking for your video "Identifying Rank In The British Army" as you've mentioned it in a couple of videos but can't find it anywhere and it's not in your RUclips list!... Can you provide a link please?
I actually took that video down. There was some incorrect information in it which I wasn't happy with. Hoping to make an updated version sometime this year.
I feel like a lot of british officers had the same energy of this guy
If I can I ask, what sort of training did they receive and when were the ranks invented?
That may warrant a separate video
@@ChristheRedcoat looking forward to it
The officers tell the men what to do. The Sergeants make sure it gets done.
You reference a video on uniforms and the differences between ranks but I cannot find this 🤔
I took it down. There was some incorrect information in it that I was not happy with.
@@ChristheRedcoat Hello, will you repost a new video on British rank? Thank you
@@TheRenmore Eventually.
2:56 as is everyone who actually holds the rank of corporal in the US Army 😂😂
the shitbag rank
Could you provide a link for the video on identifying British rank? I can't find it.
It’s been removed. I will be creating a new version soon.
Hey Chris the Redcoat, I have a question are you Truly British?, If so I'm British too, I was born in the united Kingdom :)
Depends on what you mean by “true” British. I’m American, born and raised. But my ancestry is predominantly English.
@@ChristheRedcoat I was just curious that's all.
What about the duties of a general?
You need either a longer handle on your razor - or longer arms!!
Does it ever happen in re-enactment that there is contention amongst the participants as to wether the re-enactment itself, or any details of it, are historically accurate? Or is everyone very much on the “same page” regarding these things?
As a general rule, reenactors are hardly ever on the same page about anything.
I cannot seem to find the video where you go through how to identify ranks from uniform.
I actually took that video down. There was some incorrect information in it which I wasn't happy with. Hoping to make an updated version sometime this year.
@@ChristheRedcoat That would explain why I couldn't find it
You‘ve mentioned Mount & Blade in this video. Have you actually played it? And if the answer is yes, what do you think of it? Brandon has made a video about the very similar game Holdfast and absolutely trashed it. So I‘d like to hear your take in that :)
I mean, it’s basically the same game, just with more dated graphics and less cancer-inducing voice-chat. I don’t mind it, but I also don’t play it very much.
@@ChristheRedcoat thank you for the reply. On my opinion M&B is obviously not historically accurate, but it's a fun game for all those who like napoloenic era uniforms and napolenic wars inspired battles.
It's kinda funny to watch when some regiments try to make it authentic and still jogging around in a single column :D
I know that your representation is the British, but do you know of any channels that do what you do, only for the French at the same time period? Those have been difficult for me to find.
There may be some more French content in the not too distant future.
@@ChristheRedcoat Huzzah! Good thing I’m subscribed!
What about 4 striped Sergeant Major who is the boss of NCO's ?
No stripes in this period. And I did touch on the Sergeant Major, briefly.
7:02 what's a "firelock advanced"?
A carrying position by which you grip the musket around the trigger guard with your index finger and thumb, and hold it on the right side as opposed to the left.
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Which video has the rank distingtion
I took it down. There were some errors in it that I wasn’t happy with. I hope to eventually release an updated version when I have the time.
Does this matter what side you are portraying, to follow these roles
Not really. After 1777, the US regulars (the continentals) began to operate as proper UK and European regiments. Still a partisan army, but aspiring to a more professional operation.
If you can see to the well being of your men and you can evolve a line for your charge without the men pushing YOU through the wheel and turns, then you could perform the functioning a NCO.
If on the other hand, drill eludes you, the men nudge you along keeping you in position, you have musket emergencies every firing session and you need to borrow tools.... You are NOT a corporal or sgt.
I can't find the video identifying ranks, can someone link it?
I took it down. There was some inaccurate information within it that I wasn't happy with. I intend to produce an updated version at some point.
@@ChristheRedcoat Oh sick! Thank you. I look forward to watching it.
Why do you say "late 18th century" when talking about the American revolution?
Because it was during the late 18th century.
@@ChristheRedcoat sometimes people get confused by century’s like sometimes people think that the 18th century means 1800s if you know what I mean, and they don’t know that the 18th century is basically the 1700s
Well done even for a redcoat 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Who decides what rank everyone is? I mean can someone just buy a generals uniform and show up at an event as George Washington? Or Cornwallace? Does everyone start out as an enlisted man? If you have a college degree are you automatically a Lieutenant?
Generally everyone starts off as a private. In theory there’s nothing stopping someone from buying an officer’s uniform and showing up to an event with it, but it would be frowned upon.
Hobby? This is a full on militia. It sounds pretty close to being in the military.
I like the British uniform but the colonial American blue is probably my favorite.
Well there’s a few different versions. You have the medium blue coats with red facings, white facings, blue facings, buff facings. And you also have the sky blue uniforms, one with red facings and the other with yellow
@@Bountyhopper really? I like the uniform that has the dark blue jacket.
@@homeboy2166 there where a few different dark blue coats
Are the outcomes in a reenactment battle always the historical result? Or do y’all have some fun sometimes with an alternative victory? :)
It varies. A lot of the scenarios we participate in are not actually based off of any particular battle, so anything can happen. At the events where we are recreating a specific battle, sometimes it will be 50/50, so we reenact the actual historical battle the first day of the event, and then the second day is just sort of a free-for-all.
im wondering this a whole time now...why do you wear the hat sideway?
Military fashion of the day. Keeps the musket from knocking it off your head when you bring it to the shoulder.