General Dean's Military Miniature Collection

[@MrRavoss]

Massive thanks for sharing the collection!

[@darrelldean754]

Dear Sir, Thanks so much for your comments and for viewing. Cheers, Darrell

[@nickcassettes]

A fascinating walkthrough of an amazing collection!

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Nick, Thank you so much for your very kind comments on my collection. It has given me much pleasure and the great connections with other collectors over the years. Cheers, Darrell

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Nick, Many thanks for your comments. It is a great hobby which gives pleasure and the ability to reread history. Cheers, Darrell

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Nick, Many thanks for your kind words. I responded to you a few weeks ago but noticed that the response didn’t go through. A great hobby indeed. Cheers, Darrell

[@marcblank3036]

Beautiful collection, hope the General has off spring who will be happy to continue the legacy he has build up here one day

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Marc, Thank you very much for your very kind remarks. You hit the nail on the head, disposal of a collection is a very difficult task but even more so just thinking about it is challenging. Cheers, Darrell

[@PiperStart]

Great video and worthwhile collection by the great man.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Piper, Many thanks for your very kind words. Cheers, Darrell

[@bdanhogan]

Terrific collection! And brilliantly displayed! Thanks for sharing.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Brendan, Thank you so much for your very kind words. I hope the tour is going well.

[@CrimsonTiger3x]

ty for sharing to the world this collection. loved the part about sneaking his purchases of figures from his wife... so true! I have to do the same with the packages that I get delivered! If the general had to do that... guess Im in good company.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Jose, It sounds like we are both rascals 😅.

[@CrimsonTiger3x]

definitely, sir! @@darrelldean2104 : suggestion my keen eye saw various uniforms and militaria which I assume is original in your collection... that would also make a wonderful video to highlight each piece ... just a suggestion.... historical items lose meaning if their stories arent shared and promulgated...

[@darrelldean2104]

@@CrimsonTiger3x A.good point my friend. I am doing some more specialized videos and and your suggestion gets me thinking. Thank you.

[@mh53j]

Don't get married and you don't have to worry about that; more money for soldiers too.

[@darrelldean2104]

@@mh53j I see your point but then it takes all the neat challenges of obsessive collecting away. D

[@darrelldean754]

Hi Emperor, Thank you so much for your very kind comments. I am delighted at your viewing pleasure. Cheers, Darrell

[@scottssoldiers2375]

Great display and brilliant collection. Very, very envious. Thank you for sharing (again) your collecting experiences & stories.

[@darrelldean2104]

Many thanks for your comments Scott.

[@tonyyero7231]

AWESOME collection..what a interesting guy to chat with.I have a small collection of Britians from the 70's.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Tony, Thank you for your very kind comments about my collection. When the lead gets in your blood there’s no stopping. Cheers, Darrell

[@Markus-xo2fi]

Great collection and well displayed. Share the same passion for toy soldier collecting.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Markus, Thank you for your very kind words. It’s a great hobby and the lead has been in my blood stream just about my whole life. Cheers, Darrell

[@MalcolmDoyle-e6x]

Beautiful collection!

[@darrelldean2104]

Thank you so much for your positive comments. Cheers, Darrell

[@j.b.macadam6516]

Outstanding collection, Sir! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@darrelldean754]

Hi, Thank you so much for your very kind comments. Cheers, Darrell

[@orkusdorkusmaximus]

what a great collection!

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Paul, Thank you for viewing and your very kind comment.

[@PlasticMaterielModelsWW2]

Magnificent collection and great to hear the stories behind certain sets and the building of the collection. WW2 figures are my particular interest but having played with (and collected) many different eras since childhood long ago I appreciate the love that goes into this hobby. Many thanks for the tour and the talk.

[@darrelldean2104]

Thanks so kindly for viewing and your very supportive comments. Cheers, Darrell

[@1955porsche]

spectacular collection, very impressed.. i doubt theres another collection even close to this ,, real treat to see,, i hav only a few lineols,,

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi 1955porsche, Many thanks for your very positive comments. An enjoyable hobby that has kept my attention most of my life. Best wishes, Darrell

[@gazpal]

Such a marvellous collection and display layout. So many figures and very reminiscent of my own collection many years ago, which I passed on to a younger cousin. He shares an equal interest in most things military and has added a great deal more. Thankyou for sharing this video

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Gazpal, Thank you so much for your very kind remarks, Glad to hear you are keeps the hobby going through your family.

[@steg_of_neth.2877]

Best collection I've ever had the pleasure of seeing, thank you.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Steg_of_Neth, Thank you so much for your very kind comments. It’s a greatly rewarding hobby and your comments bring on even more encouragement.

[@brucefournier2391]

Your patient presentation to the detail of the general's collection is a tribute to it. What an excellent 'showcase' for the hobby.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Bruce, Thank you so much for your very supportive comments. It’s a great hobby and before you know it you’ve spent a lifetime at it. Cheers, Darrell

[@jvcpaints]

Brilliant looking collection, General! I paint a lot of historical figures at a smaller scale (1/48-56, 28mm), but my first ones were Britain's American Civil War series in the late 70s. Toy soldiers is a lifetime hobby. I'm glad you've stuck with it.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi JVC, Thank you so much for your comments and I agree once the metal alloy gets in your blood stream there’s no stopping it😊. Darrell

[@CrimsonTiger3x]

had to add.... love how each cabinet shelf represents a period of history, with a lot of detail toward placement and even the backdrop wide picture....

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Jose Pascual, Thank you so much for your very kind comments. The hobby has given me much pleasure over the years.

[@CrimsonTiger3x]

I share that enthusiam and satisfaction; I have been collecting WW2 original posters for nearly 28 years since law school, and lately have supplemented that collection with military miniatures, aircraft, and of course armor....@@darrelldean2104

[@piratephilately]

That whole room is a very well put together display of history. To be honest, it is room of my dreams! Thank you for being generous and sharing your wealth of knowledge on these fascinating works of art. I can relate to you with sneaking those in without the real "Commander" finding out :)

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi piratephilately, Mt sincere thanks for your comments. It’s nice to see you know who the real commander is. I suspect you know her.

[@piratephilately]

@@darrelldean2104 ...yes, sir! She never understands our obsessions with these things :)

[@chrisjpfaff314]

Very nice collection. I've collected Britain's as well as many others, particularly imperial. I started hand painting Metal Models from France and the shelves are full. His advice is spot on, you can't expect to make money or even sell these things. Collect for yourself, maybe the grandkids.

[@darrelldean2104]

Thanks for your kind words and the thoughts on disposal, although it makes me sad to think of doing it 😢

[@TheEmperorjun]

❤❤❤ cant help but make a review, and WOW, all the more respect not just salute to you sir, your epic collection plus the best storyline and diorama has got to be the best there is!!! This video must be shared!!!

[@frankkie3849]

Absolutely amazing collection, I hope this ends up being in a museum somewhere someday..

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Frankkie, Thanks you for your kind words. You are correct at my age it’s got to go someplace………….😢

[@PhD777]

Excellent video!

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi PhD, The fine work of filming all this lot is complements of Tony Dean.

[@iancasey704]

What a awesome collection you have! Also Beau Geste was one if my favourites when I was a kid Garry Cooper and Ronald Coleman amazing 👏

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Ian, Thanks very much for your most welcome remarks. Prior to joining the Canadian army this teenager seriously considered the French Foreign Legion for a 5 year stint. That’s how much that movie influenced me. My dad brought sense to my head. Cheers, Darrell

[@VarietyVibes-r7n]

That is an awesome room only outdone by the collection! 👍

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi T-Cat, Many thanks for watching and your comments on my collection. Cheers, Darrell

[@VarietyVibes-r7n]

@@darrelldean2104 it was a pleasure and as a fellow veteran, I salute your service sir!

[@dennishover4803]

Great collection. Thank you for showing them.

[@darrelldean2104]

Thanks for your comments Dennis, much appreciated. Darrell

[@hibabe5038]

Like it my collection mine is much smaller, hobbies are so much fun .

[@TheEmperorjun]

❤❤❤ salute to you general...

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Emperor, Many thanks for your very positive comment. Cheers, Darrell

[@TheEmperorjun]

​❤❤❤ Really admired your passion since that wonderful Christmas gift by your parents, and then your hobbies which was related to your profession...indeed you are truly a general, still faithful to your foot soldiers, and then your massive epic collection...Godbless you sir...just a fan from the Philippines..@@darrelldean2104

[@darrelldean2104]

@TheEmperorjun, Hi Rudolfo, Thank you so much for your very kind remarks on my video. My best wishes to you and the citizens of the Philippines. Cheers. Darrell

[@jesuscalerogutierrez118]

Preciosa colección. Muy bonita. Me ha encantado verla!!

[@darrelldean2104]

Dear Sir, Thank you so much for your very appreciated comments. Cheers, Darrell

[@gunner678]

Great room, great collection. The general sounds very familiar to me, I'm sure we have met at some point. Possibly NATO conference in London or MOD/Lancaster house. It is the voice I recognise distinctly. Great advice on collections.

[@darrelldean2104]

Good Day Gunner, Thank you so much for your kind words. Last posting London CDLS 91-95 possibly there or in Petawawa or Germany.

[@gunner678]

British Army, I was ADC in NATO staff , then staff at MND(C) so spent a lot in London and Germany, Denmark. I am sure I have seen you. I like your war room. I am redecorating mine presently, so I am drawing on yours for inspiration. Thank you general for your reply.

[@Hori_Ado]

Cool guy, great collection!

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Hori_Ado, Thank you so much for your comments. Greatly appreciated. Cheers, Darrell

[@samb2052]

Interesting that even Generals struggle getting their contraband past the ‘Long-haired Colonel.’

[@darrelldean2104]

Thanks Sam. Yes we all have our ways of out flanking the situation. Cheers, Darrell

[@danmeehan1390]

My former Commanding Officer!

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Dan, Thank you very much for viewing and great to hear from an RCD of a few years ago. Keep well my friend. 0:03

[@TS-1267]

.... "" SIR! YES SIR! "" .... BRILLIANT INDEED 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 6:41

[@darrelldean2104]

@@TS-1267 Love your comment. Thanks for taking the time. Cheers, Darrell

[@panzergren9255]

Super Sammlung!! In Deutschland hätte man schon den Staatsschutz zu Hause.

[@darrelldean2104]

Thank you so much for your very thoughtful remarks. I have many happy memories of searching out small villages with street sales and finding toy soldiers. Cheers, Darrell

[@panzergren9255]

@@darrelldean2104 Ja Deutsche Geschichte ist bei vielen nicht erwünscht. Es gehört nun mal zu unserer Vergangenheit und wir dürfen die Gefallenen auf beiden Seiten nie vergessen denn dann Leben sie immer weiter.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Panzer Grenadier, Agree with you 100% both sides must live on. My partnership with 293 Panzer Battalion of Stetten was most meaningful for my soldiers and the members of 293. Great memories of my time spent in a wonderful country. Cheers, Darrell

[@warrick109]

Had a box of Britain's soldiers when i was a kid, they really made some great models, never knew they had such a variety as shown in this collection, living in New Zealand they just seen to vanish in the toy shops kinda mid 90s very sad, never knew what happened , did the company close its doors?, as an adult would have loved to have collected as a hobby , but , they had long gone,

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Warwick, Thanks you so much for your comments. I went to the Britain’s Centennial Dinner and not too long after that Britain’s seemed to change hands and was eventually taken over by a US firm. This firm [Britain’s] continues to produce very nice figures. I might also add that the firms in NZ also produce very nice figures and I have a number in my displays. Cheers, Darrell

[@frankkie3849]

It’s possible that the British private clubs may be interested in hosting this collection someday. Good luck and thanks for your service..take care brother..😊😊

[@darrelldean2104]

Good day Frank[kie], Many thanks for your observation regarding hosting and thanks for viewing. Darrell

[@SpyderSuasponte]

My father got me started at age 7. I am 50 now.

[@Who.Knew-The.Salt.MustFlow]

Amazing ❤

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Who Knew, Thanks for viewing and you complementary comments. Cheers, Darrell

[@carausiuscaesar5672]

👍🇨🇦i too have a large collection of toy soldiers!Great hobby!

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Carausiuscaesar, Thank you so much for leaving a comment. You’re right a great hobby that’s kept my interest most of my life. Cheers, Darrell

[@Corvinuswargaming1444]

I really liked the Arab Revolt scene and Beau Geste display

[@darrelldean2104]

Sir, Thanks so much for your comments. Greatly appreciated. Darrell

[@napoleonlempereur3021]

Wunderschöne Sammlung👍👍👍 🇨🇵

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Napoleon, Thank you so much for your comment. An enjoyable hobby indeed especially when I receive comments like yours. Many thanks. Cheers, Darrell

[@chronicmilitarycollector9232]

that Elastolin collection is insane.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Chronicmilitarycollector, Many thanks for your comments. The Elastolin/Lineol figures are the result of 12 years of being stationed in Germany.

[@daniel_sc1024]

Fantastic collection. At 5:30 based on the white tunics those are Russian troops from the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-05; by the time of the Russian Revolution in 1917, Russian troops were dressed in khaki.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Daniel, Many thanks for your very kind words about my collection. You are dead right on the Russian uniforms, they were indeed the Russo/Japanese War. My mistake. Cheers, Darrell

[@TS-1267]

... Bet there's a Fire Extinguisher by Every Door in The General's House 🏠... NO SMOKING 🚭.... Very Very Nice Collection Indeed 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🥂🌄 2:20

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi TS 1267. How did you guess about the fire extinguishers? Your right. D

[@martyfederico8465]

Has anyone know about the napoleon mini lead soldier stories at the end of the ww2 stolen from the louve .?

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Marty, I am not aware of the story but it sure sounds interesting. Possibly some great grandson may now be in possession of them or they went in the garbage years ago. Darrell

[@andron2348]

You have missed out on some of the best model soldiers on the planet, have a look at "King & Country" soldiers

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Andron 2348, Thanks for your valid observation. Actually I do have quite a number of King and Country figures. Sorry if I didn’t mention them. Cheers, Darrell

[@andron2348]

@@darrelldean2104 Have you ever looked at plastic soldiers?

[@darrelldean2104]

@@andron2348 Thank you for your inquiry. When I was a young boy plastics were appearing and I received some at Christmas and for birthdays. They were mainly played with outside and as I grew older my focus was on Britain’s. Today there are some beautifully produced figures and very well painted. Unfortunately at this time the expansion of my collection beyond borders laid down by the Commander will force me into a minefield I don’t wish to enter. Cheers, Darrell

[@andron2348]

@@darrelldean2104 Alas my collection went beyond the "Minefield" 2000+ due to my age I have sold most of my collections, seeing yours brought back happy memories, Andy

[@darrelldean2104]

@@andron2348 Hi Andy, Yes disposal, a very perplexing situation. Something I’m going to have to address but then what would my life be like? Cheers, Darrell

[@zaynevanday142]

2:20 Omani troops ? I know Britain helped that country out for decades as it was a previous colony

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Zane, They may well be Omani troops as the uniforms were fairly common amongst the various Middle East British Colonies. The Jordanian army wore similar uniforms and the maker named them Jordanian. Oman is a lovely country and I had the good fortune to visit a few years ago but o’man it was hot! 😅 D

[@TheStukaBomber]

Nice video, next time try and get some sort of camera mount to avoid the shakiness seen in this one. #positivecriticism

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Stuka Bomber, Many thanks for your very valuable comment. I will try better next time. Cheers, Darrell

[@SethLarry]

Nice ,,,

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Larry, Thank you so much for viewing. Your comments are important. Cheers, Darrell

[@buckeyeranger6438]

🫡🇺🇸🦅👏👏

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Buckeyranger, Many thanks for your comments military man. Cheers, Darrell

[@daniedevite6781]

What is the fascination with the NAZI?

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi Daniedevite, I was stationed in Germany for 12 years and long before the internet so the German products were readily available and very reasonable.

[@CrimsonTiger3x]

I am not sure your description of "fascination" is appropriate in this context; General Dean at no time advocated for anything pro-Nazi; he is a collector of military figures and how can a collector avoid the most contested of world wars, where everything was on the line....and figures, uniforms, posters, helmets, etc. which were part of that conflict. To collect Confederate items, whether uniforms or battle flags, does not translate to espousing Confederate ideals of slavery, etc. To know history, is to know every side, and pray that those on the right side--as clear as an example as WW2 was or the US Civil War--win. I collect original WW2 posters, of all nations. No explanation by General Dean is needed, though he is a gentleman to offer one below.

[@darrelldean2104]

I appreciate the comments received and understand. As noted my collection consists of many historical representations of conflicts on many continents over various time periods. WW I & II are so displayed. WW II played a major role in my life from a very young age collecting toy soldiers, then during my working life as a UN Peacekeeper following the 1956 war. As I have mentioned I served 12 years as part of the NATO forces in Germany facing the Soviet threat. I was able to collect the toys of both sides of that conflict produced by two German toy firms. Hence my displays of history both during WW I & WW II. They are simply displays with no political fascination on my part. Perhaps I should have explained my self more thoroughly in my initial response. Cheers, Darrell

[@Redwhiteblue-gr5em]

Many feel German WWII uniforms are quite attractive. And in displays depicting famous battles you need figures of opposing sides. It has nothing to do with “fascination “ with Nazism as you are trying to draw some sort of warped conclusion that people who collect WWII German figures sympathize with Nazi ideology.

[@daniel_sc1024]

For many collectors of militaria, it's exactly just that - military "stuff." It's about uniforms, helmets, weapons, etc. It's not about any political ideaology. And many collectors concede that the Third Reich had some of the best looking uniforms of the time. But for most collectors it's not a particular fascination with nazis. And then there is the psychology of any collector - "I don't have one of THOSE in my collection. I must have it."

[@TrSST]

a very interesting video, i will be looking forward to seeing and hearing more, well done.

[@darrelldean2104]

Hi TrSST, Thank you for your comments they are appreciated. Cheers, Darrell