The Mk I Martini-Henry: The Battle of Tel El Kebir, 1882
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- Опубликовано: 17 сен 2016
- I hope to do more of these kind of themed shoots... I hope you enjoy things... It's a bit more in-depth than usual and hopefully the shooting compliments the history nicely.... Please understand that this is not a comprehensive look at the action but rather a way to put the use of the Martini in some what of a context. Any details I have missed, are of course, due to the fact that the video can't be an hour long!.... :-).
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love how the bagpipes were played during battle. it truly must have been a huge morale boost. gives me chills just listening to them.
Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers.
...imagine the fear of the enemy confronted with a god awful racket and facing men in skirts with large bore guns....
question: what was the tune played?
@@zemildlybird2024 I believe it was Chicken of the North.
Your clone army gets bigger each video. Nice work as usual.
Thank you!
@Matt allen yes
His clones are very impressive, he must be proud.
Strangely it was the clones that gave me a better indication of the amount of smoke generated during a battle as my view was focussed on the group rather than just the single shooter. Excellent, superb work Rob, you have surpassed even your own fantastic standards.
Absolutely terrific, I can't think of anyone else who goes to such lengths for the quality of content in their videos, and historical accuracy
This could be aired on TV fairly easily and people would believe it was made by a full production team and so on
Lovely work Rob
Thank you very much indeed, CB. Very kind words.... I'll let the cameraman know...!
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Captain Bogroll i know another channel called the great war
Thank you kindly. As for the helmet,.... look here.... a couple of prone shoots in this one.
ruclips.net/video/SlBdVXrhFSk/видео.html&list=PLkOVIw4NSWVLVtcsdvr4V2BXuAsqxYLcH&index=9
Thanks for posting this video! I'm just starting to put a kit together for the RMLI at Tel El Kebir, and I found this very helpful. Question, though: why the use of the older round canteen and not the "Italian" barrel canteen?
Wow..... I can not even fathom the amount of time and money used to make this film. Loved the history, the humor, and most importantly the story! Artfully done good sir! We need to fire whoever is currently running the history channel and get you inducted! I tip my hat to you sir!
Thanks Murph!... Time, yes,... lots and lots.... Money,.. not a lot really... Ammo?, the frock I've had for a while.... I guess a bit for lumber to make the targets.... Now, if I had some photos and video of the actual ground (vis a vis, taking a trip there) then, yes,... it would have been a great deal of money... :-) Wouldn't the have been awesome......
britishmuzzleloaders
I think it all came together pretty damn awesome as is! And as always its an inspiration to keep improving my own work!
Absolutely brilliant as ever. As an ignoramus, I was not at all aware of this particular battle and had only vaguely heard of the campaign. Many thanks.
Glad to have brought it to your attention... There is lots online about it if the spirit moves you to read on... Cheers.
Now I remember being in Edinburgh on the day the news that the Cameron Highlanders were going to be disbanded. It was in the early 1990s. I was on the High Street just by St Giles Kirk. Suddenly the traffic ground to a halt, and you could hear the skirl of the pipes, next thing there were police quickly clearing the road of traffic and behind them the pipe band of the Camerons led the resident garrison battalion out of the castle and down the Royal Mile, in column, bayonets fixed, full No1 dress at the quick march. The Queen was in residence at Holyrood and the regiment had spontaneously decided to march to the palace to make a point about loyalty to the snake politicians who had disbanded this ancient regiment. The city ground to a halt and every one stood up and applauded, there wasn't a dry eye on any of the soldiers as they matched past in perfect time. Most of my fellow Edinburghers were also in tears. At the time the incident was hardly covered in the press at all, the political spin had been so efficient, but I remember thinking, This is the end of an era, this is an important thing you are watching...
Such decisions are made by political leaders many of whom are obsessed with virtue signalling, few of whom have served or understood the importance of fighting for something bigger and more enduring than a 21st C intervention... Thus the hearts are cut out of our army.
There was a second 'reform' where all the remaining infantry regiments of Scotland were amalgamated into the Royal Regiment of Scotland each regiment making a single battalion. It was pointed out at the time that, given Scotland is one of the parts of the UK where recruiting for local regiments us rarely an issue, that this was a foolish move. Well, despite objections it happened anyway and we're yet to see if it has a long term negative impact. But with a navy with no fighter planes for its carriers, no frigate to escort them or no plans to retain a ship to ship capability once Harpoon is scrapped I'm 2020 the future looks increasingly bleak for the UK forces, expected to pull their weight in Nato and meet the over stretching commitments with less and less resources... They learn nothing from history
The Queen's Own Highlanders (Seaforth and Camerons) were a fine battalion. Such a shame that they were the victims of such short sightedness. What a great story. Thanks for sharing!
You did not mention they were victims of LEFT-WING politicians who despise loyalty, who despise tradition, who despise your history. Vote those kinds of politicians INTO office and your culture will disappear OUT of your country.
Richard - It's a fact of living in peaceful times - The Army has been shrinking in size since 1945 - Tradition has no place in economics. Without Highland divisions there would not have been an Empire and many Scottish troops have made the ultimate sacrifice including the 51st Highlanders that ensured the majority of the BEF escaped from Dunkirk - ruclips.net/video/BQp8fHkBJqc/видео.html - Lest we forget
Pity that no vote eh?
Alan - Hände hoch - Noch nie
I realise the subject is somewhat niche and will therefore limit the size of audience, but if views were gained only as a result of production quality, this video should have been seen by millions.
Thank you for your efforts!
Thank you for your very generous comment! Glad you enjoyed it.
That's it, you've pushed me over the edge. I'm buying a Martini Henry tomorrow! You're channel is great!
Your*
Huzza!... Do let e know what Mark you found?
i had the pleasure of shooting a martini henry.it was rechambered in 22 long rifle and cut down to a carbine length.it was part of a civilian markmanship program.it was very accurate.i never heard of this gun before but now its on my dream list.
Unless you like reloading, you'll be in shock at the expense of acquiring ammo - some YT channels have quoted $5 per round
Decent reproduction rifles of this ilk tend to start in at $2000 at the bottom price tier
@@TheSulross last I checked, an original can be purchased from International Military Antiques for about $800, less for an uncleaned one
Another great video. I like this historical video, it makes the men and rifles come to life. Cheers.
Thanks!
Lot more fir trees in Eygpt trees than I expected.
Ahhh,... the perils of living in the mountains. Mind you, the Nile Delta is very fertile.... :-)
A lot more snow capped mountains than I expected too.
It's like every planet in the Stargate series.
And Scots with Canadian accents too! But let's not quibble. This is a great video.
Those are Lebanon Cedars doncha know. Planted as a shrubbery by the knights of Camelot during the quest for the Holy Grail.
Thanks for the fantastic video. I can imagine the monumental effort it must have took to put that piece together and we all appreciate your work to present it to us.
It did take a bit of doing, this time around... Thanks!
Well done Sir! I can't tell you the last time I've seen a scarlet skirmish like in independent fire. Well done! Keep 'em come!
Cheers!
Brilliant way to bring the battle alive....and well done that man! And a hurrah for your bagman camera wallah chappie for keeping up with the action ;-)
Already looking forward to your next outing.
He did a great job, didn't he.
Brilliant work all round mate.
Wonderful video....as an Instructor of Military History for ROTC Cadets, I found your research and production value, to speak in military parlance, unassailable.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.
My Great-Great grandfather fought in that campaign , I have his Khedive Star medal and a period picture of him wearing it with some other medals now long lost to time. Thanks for video !
Thanks for sharing!
Lovely, so much work has clearly gone into this! Bought it to life with a one man army! Really enjoy watching your videos.
Thank you Stephen. Fun video to make, for sure.
Another excellent video ! We will have to be careful that the television people do not grab you from us to make documentaries for them, although I doubt they would appreciate your quality of production. Many thanks for posting this.
You are too kind. Thank you.
Your channel reminds me of the History Channel of old.. I look forward to your posts! Excellent work as always!
Thank you, sir!
Awesome rendition of a little snippet of history that I had never heard of! Thank you for bringing history alive in the most meaningful way possible!
Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers.
This another gem you have created. A lot of these battles are unknown to many of us, so the historical aspect is very important and interesting. Thank you for the upload and what was obviously a well planned video.
You are welcome and very happy happy that you enjoyed it. Cheers.
The greenscreening has improved~ :3
It was very entertaining to enjoy this themed shoot, it's really captivating to see you go the step further and portray what atmosphere the rifle would have been serving in~ :D
Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it!
very intersting
BSM Iron (Panzer) Lawl well done
You make some of the best firearms-related videos on RUclips. I reallly enjoyed this themed shooting video. Keep up the good work.
Thank you sir!
Absolutely fantastic. I really hope you keep these up, and know that right here you have one more person behind you cheering you on! Please make more of these. I learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed your re-enactment of the battle and coverage of conflicts that have unfortunately become forgotten.
Great! Glad you enjoyed it... They are a ton of work but so much fun to make... There'll be more..... :-)
I love your enthusiasm! Those little charges and comments to your invisible comrades really made me grin!
Thank you!
Bloke On The Range linked to your channel and I have subsequently subbed. Great work, cheers mate!
Thanks!
Fantastic Video once again, loved the atmospheric sounds and camera work
Thank you very much.
Thank you for putting such effort into making these videos on a subject that you clearly very enthusiastic about.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching.
Great video Rob. Excellent job bringing history back to life. I've always found this era of history is overshadowed by the world wars, what with its smaller scale and proximity to the Great War. It's nice to know the time period has you in its corner, doing a proper job preserving it. Out of all my RUclips subscriptions, I look forward to your videos the most.
Keep up the great work👍🏻
Wow... High praise indeed. Thank you very much, Matt.
Just earned yourself a sub! The creativity and overall production of this is top notch. Brilliant format, especially with mixing historical photos with reenactment.
Thank you! I like to call it "historical shooting", instead of re-enactment.... live rounds only... :-) Glad you like it!
Puts a new meaning to one man army.
Blame to british sense of humor.
Just watched again, this it is brilliant thanks for all the work!
Ah, a second viewing! Glad you enjoyed it! Hopefully there is more on the Channel that you will enjoy!
Amazing Work!! Masterpiece! Eternal glory to You for memories of this wars and soldiers
Thank you for your kind words!
Exceptional, totally exceptional! The effort, commitment and money that you put into these short films is terrific. Thank you so much for giving me a real taste of Victorian troops in action. I suspect we missed our era. Please continue with your hard work. Von
Thank you very much. Very happy that you enjoyed it!
Wow the clone wars start at 14:40 !
Fantastic video amigo. Good to see history being kept alive :)
Thank you!
You might note the mark of The Republic on this soldier way before that... Look closely and you will see.
Finally I can watch this in peace on a bigger screen not just on a phone. Totally worth all the time you both invested.
Later tonight I'll get to Inkerman.
Hopefully you enjoyed both!
PROBABLY ONE OF THE BEST VIDEOS I HAVE SEEN ON RUclips…YOU DID A GREAT JOB MAKING THIS.
Thank you for your very kind words. Cheers.
excellent work, these videos bring the history alive
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks.
14:05 The first clone wars battle confirmed !
Sorry, I missed your clone comment.
Wonderful. I almost felt like I was there. I appreciate the attention to detail in the kit, the maps and the historical paintings. All added to the narrative. More please!
Glad you enjoyed it!
that took a lot of effort. thank you. I would love to see more battle videos. glad to find these channel at the recommendation from Ian at forgotten weapons.
Nice to have you along! Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers.
Fantastic video! One of your very best!!!
Thanks for that!.. It's appreciated.
A true masterpiece!!!
You are too kind. Thank you.
Thank you so much for this fascinating film. My great, great grandfather fought at Tel el Kabir as a member of the Royal Artillery. I have both of his campaign medals.
You are welcome. Wow, that's some family history!
Man, only if history class was this awesome!
Cheers!
Yea really this guy would make a great teacher. Kids get out of line"fix........Bayonets". Just kidding.Ha Ha Ha.
any historical books on the Victorian era that you'd recommend?
Anything by Col Mike Snook... :-) Fantastic stuff.
Victoria's Wars
I watch your videos over and over. My family was Army since the 1850's. I am the last, serving in the 1970's and 1980's. I love to see the drills and weapons that my ancestors used all over the world. Mind you, most of the weapons that I used are now museum pieces!!
Thank you. Time marches on, eh? :-)
Too right mate.
Absolutely superb, thank you so much for being an amazing advocate for our long, and sometimes terrible, history!
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
Great video sir!
Thank you!
top notch
Cheers.
My grandfather , a colour sergeant in the Cameron Highlanders was at Tel el Kebir. The men were stationed in Gibraltar when they got ordered to Egypt. My grandmother had her first son on Gibraltar. In 1880. We never knew what happened to my grandfathers medals including the Khedive’s Star. He finished his 20 years at Fort George in 1893. At 85 I am the last survivor of his 19 grandchildren .
That's some family history!
Such well produced, interesting and well researched videos. Thank you so much for all of your efforts.
Thank you!
Indian soldiers of Empire shall always remain unsung in Britain and India alike
Reading "Pathan Rising" by Mark Simner. Great book... lots of mention of the Indian Army.
DannyAgent87 as will the presence of our troops in india.
Not so. The British Army have always admired the India Army as good soldiers.
They were fantastic Soldiers.Glad they were on our side. God bless everyone of them.
what about the coolies of Ireland and Scotland and 99 % of the english population who lived the life of sharecroppers
The cardboard Egyptian army gave little resistance.
Edward Sharpe they probably resisted more than the real Egyptian’s
Nor did the real ones, just like the French first hint of trouble and they shit it and run.
Edward Sharpe Oh, I don't know, I saw several of them get back up after being hit several times. That takes some...fiber.
learned it from the french
😂😂😂😂
Really well put together. And I loved the effort put into the reenactment. Great job!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I've been watching back through your videos recently Rob and wanted to say this remains one of my favourites.
Very kind, Simon.
Another one knocked out of the park! On a side note, how much do the Martini-Henrys command? There is one at a local shop for $1000 with some reloading supplies.
www.ima-usa.com/nation/british-militaria/british-antique-guns/martini-henry.html
Hi Dave! If it is in decent nick, I'd go for it. What Mark is it? It is a numeral on the side of the receiver...
I believe it was a MkI, it looked pretty clean and un messed with.
The Cosmoline Crate A Mk I?..... Run, don't walk......
I'll drop by this week and double check
The Battle of Tel El Kebir
Egyptian Casualties: 2000
Birtish Casualties: 450
13 000 brits with 60 artillery peices
against
16 000 egyptians with 60 artillery peices.
HOW ARE BRITS SO GOOD ITS NOT EVEN FAIR HAHA
Convincing victory, yes.
Training, training and more training of a professional army!
Outstandingly comprehensive, and entertaining. Good job, mate.
Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it!
Please do more of these! As a military history buff/gun nut I could watch these type of modern recreation historical videos all day! We'll done Sir, well done indeed!
Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
"...The video can't be an hour long."
I disagree.
Also, do something on the Zulu wars. This was 10/10
All in good time. Glad you enjoyed this.
Very entertaining and well done. As a former Cameron (Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa CH of O) I appreciated the commentary about the skirl of the pipes, there is nothing like marching with a pipe band(ah gie us the Black Bear laddie) and my fondest memories are times when the pipers were with us during training. As Johnnie Wayne(Wayne & Shuster) once said after seeing a Black Watch soldier from Montreal during WW2 "Damn fine soldiers those French Canadians" lol. I watch your channel often and own a P53 Enfield rifle, a real nail driver, thank you for your channel and historical content. Please keep up the good work.
Great story! Thanks for watching!
Outstanding! The best thing I've seen on RUclips for a long time. Just a little bit envious, as you are having way too much fun.
Glad you enjoyed it Brian! Thanks.
fantastic video as usually! I always look forward to new ones that you post. keep up the good work!
Thank you!
Best channel on youtube.
Oh, come on......... Thank you.
I think so. No other channel conveys as much esoteric and occult information from history into such a clear and concise manner; making it a modern preservation. These videos remind me of the wonderful U.S. and British military training films of the 40's, 50's, and 60's. None of this has to be so, from someone just enjoying a hobby.
There's a photo of my Great great grandfather in an uniform like that when he was in the 93rd Foot!
Cool! When did he serve?
Great stuff. The element in matching uniforms, bag pipes, authentic firepower and the story of battle is once again fantastic. Good sport. Don’t stop dude I really appreciate your content!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks.
britishmuzzleloaders dang you responded! Big fan dude. Hope you’re holding up well in this pandemic!
This is awesome! Really immersive and you almost get a feel of what it must have been like to be there from this vid. great stuff :)
Thanks!
Finally, some less than razor sharp rocks .... lets all kneel! Victory is ours...
My fears would be:
1. A scorpion jab to the nuts
2. An Egyptian Python mistaking my nuts for Ibis eggs
3. The enemy
Excellent high quality, very informative video. Its a shame more high budget documentaries weren't of this standard! Much appreciated and thanks for the effort!
Thank you Chris! Glad you enjoyed it.
Wow this is amazing. I really appreciate the work you put into your videos.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.
SCOTLAND FOREVER!
What for.
Well said Yolo
Forever and ever
🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴
British Indian army seems to have more sense by wearing khaki
I bet they were all hot as hell... regardless what they were wearing...
Well they had bad experience with the Red Coats in India, esp after the 1857 mutiny. Red coats were too conspicuous, and the British Indian army became easy targets for indeginous tribals/communities who fought against the Brits.
Another of your absolutely stellar videos. Very very well done, Sir!
Thank you!
Wonderful as always! Historically dead accurate and brilliantly presented and entertaining too. Thank you.
Thank you David!
God Bless England and God Bless her Majesty the Queen !
Huzza!
Rory Deutsch
Fuck england
What about the Welsh?.....
mahnamahnadodoobedodo What do you think the English are made up from?
God Bless the Famine Queen...
No it's illegal to be British in Britain
klippiesss What?
I think he means that Christian white people, are second class to the invading moozlumz, who must be pampered beyond belief here. Plus, all British history is bad, and our old Empire has ruined the world, seems to be the theme these days.
I don't really know what you are wittering on about.
If you are whinging about the British Empire, like other idiots, I suggest you take a look at loads of other Empires throughout history.
I don't whine about the Roman, Viking and French who invaded my country thousands of years ago, as they actually did some good, just like the British Empire.
If it was so bad, then why are so many people from our previous colonies all flooding here to live ?
Trillock Watty You make complete and total sense old boy, klippiesss on the other hand, I haven’t a clue what he’s on about?
Thanks, so it's not just me then. I think klippiesss must be smoking something….:)
Great work on your video, I absolutely love your channel and the inclusion of the accurate uniforms and equipment. Appreciate the research, fun, and enthusiasm you have. You also live in a magically beautiful place, it makes me happy to see a somewhat dorky person LOVING life and making the most out of where they live.
Cheers!
WOW ! Absolutely bloody amazing ! So glad I found your site.
Glad to hear! Cheers.
I was rooting for the Egyptians against the imperialist oppressors .
Nah I rooting foe the britian and iam an iraqi
Restoring order the go to excuse for imperialism.
Excellent, can't say enough... great hiistory plus context... thanks for all the work!
Thanks! You are most welcome!
Excellent
Truly inspiring..
Took me into the chaos and sheer bravery of that night as seldom happens to me now in a world of CGI... The old paintings and rare photographs as well as the superb cast really cast a spell and told a story.
Thank you.
Thank you Ralph!
Awesome !! Narration and special effects both top class. Thanks for this. I really enjoyed it !!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Splendidly well done, good narration, a clear and concise presentation. Tidy. And you used Caber Feidh when the Seaforth's went in, awesome.
Rob your work is outstanding, you have such a keen eye for historically accurate detail. Also I just noticed this battle took place exactly a century to the day before my birth a strange coincidence. Thanks for your superb content 👏
You are most welcome! Cheers!
The info provided at the end of the video has given me some invaluable information on what my ancestor in the 72nd/first battalion Seaforth Highlanders would have worn during the campaign. Thank you for this excellent video.
You are most welcome. Glad that there was something you found useful within!
Damn I wish I could "like" this video all over again. Outstanding work Rob.
Thank you very much.
Great job, the story well told with a fantastic mix of period photos and drawings with your personal "clone army". Thanks for this view of history.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
I had never heard of this battle until now, thank you so much.
You are most welcome.
Really well done. Thoroughly enjoyed the accuracy and understated nature of this video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Loved it ..Especially seeing the work put in with bullet & bayonet from the Henry ..Thank you..
Glad to hear, Richard. Cheers.
Terrific! I loved watching the live fire , so realistic battle sounds ( except the absence of visceral screaming, thank God). Your efforts are very much appreciated in England, thank you, Gentlemen.
Cheers! Glad you enjoyed it!
Never has a RUclips channel be put together wit as much passion, enthusiasm,technical & historical knowledge, surely! Yes, notable exceptions being Forgotten Weapons, c&rsenal, Bloke on the range. However, this has its own place in that hierarchy. Compelling viewing that covers a lot of stuff that I find interesting & a source of constant learning. Übertastic.
Ubertastic.... Never before has one heaped such praise on the Channel. Thank you very much.
britishmuzzleloaders No problem. Credit where credit is due. You are indeed well versed on the campaigns & engagements of this particular era. I hope I don't offend if I ask if you have read The Dervish Wars by Robin Neillands? I'm guessing it hasn't escaped your attention. I'd recommend if you haven't read it. Keep your powder dry & your brass...........de-humidified???!!!
Excellent video Rob, thanks for all the hard work.
You are welcome!
This is an extremely high-quality video. You go into great depth and I like your dedication to accuracy.
Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it.
Excellent Video!!!
Love the re-enactment in solo
As an ex Rifleman of the Rifle Brigade, Royal Greenjackets who derived from the 95th i must say you looked very dapper, lovely to hear the Regimental tunes in the background and very interesting to boot, i discovered your channel a few days ago and subscribed immediately, all the best an ex Rifleman.
Thank you John. Plenty of Baker Rifle material on the Channel if you are interested.
I recently found you channel. Wow! I love how you incorporate the video with the battle sounds and historical presentation. Excellent production!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Fantastic video! Thank you for your effort making it!
Thank you!