Inside the Kaiser's Closet - World's Finest WW1 Militaria Collection

[@jamesbond9011]

Thank you again for your visit and these amazing videos. Colleagues are still talking about it to this day. It was our privilege to guide you around, and thank you for making these treasures available for the world to see and allowing them to (virtually) leave our attic for a moment. - Huis Doorn staff team & volunteers, Jaël.

[@twentyrothmans7308]

Dank U wel for being so generous with your time and artefacts. I can understand that it's not really practical to display these to the general public. Even if you could, I couldn't afford the ticket :-)

[@andrewdonovan219]

You guys at huis doorn really are lovely. My family and I visited from America and there wasn't an English-speaking tour guide at the time, but one was close enough that they actually came there just to give us a private tour, it was a wonderful experience.

[@MarkFeltonProductions]

Thank you for allowing me the privilege of examining the collections and the beautiful house. All of the staff were so friendly and knowledgeable, and I appreciate them giving up their time.

[@Exsubmariners]

The sausages eater should have been charged with stolen Valor

[@dfoleyusa]

This is so neat - thank you for allowing Mark to do this and share this amazing history with us, his loyal viewers. I really find this history and background amazing and it’s wonderful it is being preserved.

[@Johnny-ms4ir]

As a German I am very grateful to have found this channel! Thank you for the passion with which you create these videos

[@fgaviator]

The number of German, Prussian, Bavarian, Austrian, British, Swedish, Danish, Spanish, Turkish, ... military ranks and uniforms he received is mind blowing. Made me dizzy just trying to follow. He probably needed a staff member just to keep track of his many honorary ranks.

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

I'm sure there was more than one "Adjunct" whose Job(s) were for such.

[@garystiegelmeyer4366]

Yes he had many assistants

[@DaveSCameron]

Especially considering the amount of British people and soldiers he was responsible for …

[@TyrSkyFatherOfTheGods]

Your reputation precedes you! I have a suspicion the staff of Huis Doorn are fans, and thus you were given the privilege. Great work, Dr. Felton!

[@LBG-cf8gu]

Interesting...

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

I certainly would not doubt such !

[@aimeeinkling]

I LOVE that these artifacts are in a closet! It makes them more like treasures. There's something magical about them hiding away in the house where he lived.

[@samparkerSAM]

Wonderful, a great way to preserve the craft of hundreds of talented tailors.

[@Midgard458]

They are treasures.

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

The house itself was sold to The Kaiser by I believe an Aunty to "Audrey Hepburn". It turns out she really did have Royalty in her Ancestry, given the roles she portrayed such was apro po.

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

​@@samparkerSAMWonder who got "General Douglas MacArthur's" Uniform Collection. He too was quite vein in his Taste in Uniforms.

[@samparkerSAM]

@nicholausbuthmann1421 Family, Various Army forts, and West Point.

[@embossed64]

He even put Hermann Göring to shame with his uniforms.

[@EstuardoAlmavarez]

Kaiser Bill was a king and emperor; Göring was an arriviste fascist.

[@grumpyboomer61]

It's good to be the King.

[@pauldurkee4764]

When he got dressed up, he was like a walking Christmas tree.🎄

[@miaohmya92]

​@@pauldurkee4764 Indeed quite the full Christmas tree as well.

[@markherzog9484]

Hermann’s had two symmetrical arms tho………..

[@alanaldpal950]

Mark Felton’s you tube videos is one of the few channels that you can confidently give a thumbs up …. Every time……. BEFORE watching his video …… 👍

[@ajay-xjs]

Yup, I thumbs up within 1 or 2 seconds and I'm never let down.

[@DaveSCameron]

Stop your sycophantic nonsense, this failure was responsible for the deaths of nearly a million British soldiers and civilians via airships. Wake up,!

[@jamesgarman4788]

Wow! What a privilege and many thanks for sharing with us Dr. Mark!

[@DaveSCameron]

And the British soldiers he was intent upon murdering?

[@toddwebb7521]

Remember when History and Discovery had quality programs similar to this? Pepperidge Farm remembers

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

Pepperidge Farms also used to Bake Sliced Bread and such was John F. Kennedy's preference for his Breakfast's Toast. Sorry, I couldn't resist but, yes I agree !

[@artawhirler]

Yeah, well, I've never seen THIS channel do "Ancient Aliens" or "Shark Week"! 😅

[@davidduff5123]

Those days are gone,I’m afraid 😢.

[@toddwebb7521]

@@artawhirler that might make a good April fools idea if Dr Felton has such a sense of humor

[@andrewc.2952]

Hahaha! I think that was from an older commercial series for PF. And yes, I remember too. I also remember when TLC showed surgeries.

[@SlapShotRegatta22]

Amazing as always Dr. Felton. Everything that The History Channel used to be and nothing of what they are today. Thank you for some true education and learning.

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

Damn Good Point !

[@kutter_ttl6786]

The minute this channel starts talking about aliens, it's done.

[@blitzzkrieg1400]

"Mein collection is awe-Somme!" -Kaiser Willie 2

[@duncancurtis5108]

He is funny ja?

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

Hee, Hee, Hee !

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

​@duncancurtis5Ja !108

[@willng1256]

We're Verdun here

[@maartencautereels1206]

As a militaria collector i cannot help incessently drooling in envy watching this video.... Glad they are safe and cared for. Stuff like this is living history and belongs in museums and should never be offered on the often dodgy collectors market. This was mind blowing.... Thank you...

[@DaveSCameron]

Clearly no concern for the near million of your fellow citizens he was responsible for their deaths just the fancy clobber… smh

[@adrianh.3102]

@@DaveSCameron: The most you can really blame him for was invading Belgium that brought Britain in the war. That was foolish being Germany was a signatory to Belgium independence. Also very well knowing Britain was even if they “weren’t”. Besides were they to leave their only ally to the wolves. That would guarantee a definite loss in any major war Germany found itself it, perhaps making a vengeful Austria a participant against it. Also, I don’t really understand the issue. “How dare you like something that had been indirectly connected to have killed millions”. It certainly wasn’t his intention to see the nation fall to ruin or have that many people lose their lives in what was supposed to be a “summer war”. The Kaiser was indirectly responsible for the deaths of 400,000+ of my countrymen but I still find deep fascination with Austria-Hungary and Germany of the time. From governments, to political decisions, alternate history, uniforms, military, culture, etc. The Kaiser wasn’t a evil man, just very unconfident, it certainly doesn’t justify some decisions but foolishness isn’t again evil, just that. Foolish. If you want evil look at the Ottomans, or the Austro-Hungarian occupation of Serbia. Of course I doubt the Austro-Hungarian government desired such events to take place, but what good would reprimanding soldiers who have been through hell do? And at such a massive scale, you would practically lose a entire army needed in a multi front war. Franz Joseph also didn’t have much of anyone to rely on except the advise of HOTZENDORF, that was quite sad. Ottomans did make it official policy to cleanse ethnic groups. That was horrible, permitting and even promoting the actions taken to “cleanse the empire”.

[@ericalbany]

Marvelous and incredible that this wasn't broken up, sold, or looted

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

Dutch Government wasn't unlike Charles DeGaulle's in the aftermath of The War. They were in control, period. Such worked out on many things like these Historical Collections. While other times it was quite catastrophic like the two of them trying to hold onto "Indonesia & Vietnam".

[@themysteriouscrumpet]

The house apparently went directly under control of the Dutch government in 1945, so they must have succeeded in protecting the contents.

[@OranjeBlanjeBlue]

When the building was renovated one of his marine daggers was stolen and is still “lost”.

[@OranjeBlanjeBlue]

Visited House Doorn several times. Amazing place. What always surprised me is that visitors hardly ever notice the difference in length between the sleeves…..

[@TheElDoctoro24]

What a collection and the items look in pristine condition. Kudos to the diligent team that care for all of the collection at Huis Doorn

[@DaveSCameron]

Forget his waging murderous war hey? Smh

[@steventrompeter9883]

Absolutely stunning. Complements to Huis Doorn for preserving this priceless treasure.

[@cleophusA]

Absolutely staggering collection! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to have a glimpse into a collection we could never hope to see in person.

[@williamwhite2113]

Another excellent video, Dr. Felton. The Kaiser must have had a lot of staff to maintain his uniforms, keep his appointments and correspondence, and seeing to his travels all over Germany and Europe. The uniforms themselves are all very attractive. Thank you for the tour!

[@benbaker2965]

This collection is an amazing record of history. It is a pleasure to see this series again. How fortunate that Dr. Felton was given access to share these treasures with us.

[@steveshoemaker6347]

It is an honor to get to see the Kaiser's amazing artifacts......Thank you Sir for making a video showing all of this..... Old Shoe🇺🇸

[@DaveSCameron]

Oh yes beautiful, forgetting the million British people he killed… smh

[@greenockscatman]

Must’ve been a whole another level of relaxation, getting out of those uniforms, and into a comfy sweater.

[@ronti2492]

wonderful ,you are on a roll Mark!

[@GeorgeSemel]

Kaiser Wilhelm was, after all, a King, and he had all the accouterments that a King would have at the time. Dr. Felton, you are living a charmed life. You can root around in Kaiser Wilhelm's closet, a rare privilege. The fact that it's all still intact says a lot about the family and who they are. It's a bygone time, of a more civilized era that was destroyed by World War I.

[@petergunn-w2v]

King of Prussia, Emperor of all Germany and its colonies and Supreme Warlord of all Germany in time of war...yet just "Willie" to his British cousins. LOL

[@RstewDstew]

I like Marks channel and videos they're extremely well done. But this is a gaudy display of obscene oppulence from a peacocking chocolate soldier. It should all be sold off to fund more memorials for the men and women who actually faced battle! How many died in agony whilst this prancing peacock stood in his closet, wandering which sparkly outfit went with which helmet! Obscene! He makes even Goering, the monumentally obese king of peacocks, look positively reserved!! 😅 He and his kin all love the smell of their own farts!

[@Evan-cv2ws]

Such a wonderful production, Dr. Felton!

[@Dang3rMouSe]

You've truly outdone yourself here. Massive respect to your channel for making such an important documentation & to the Kaiser's staff at Huis Doorn for maintaining such a historic collection & allowing it to be presented for the cameras.

[@redtheftauto]

Mouth is agape at how pristine that collection is. Thank you for sharing and thank you staff for allowing this visit. Truly incredible.

[@historiamoneta2102]

Mark Felton please never stop what you do! These videos are so great! God bless you!

[@LochNessReagan]

It’s amazing to be able to see what everything looks like in color. Although clearly impressive in the photographs, you can’t quite get the sense of just how ornate and regal everything actually was.

[@hughmarloweverest1684]

Thank you for using your reputation to secure these images for us.

[@leonkrouwel1878]

Very nice that you were allowed to make footage of Huis Doorn's treasury! Some "nice to knows" - maybe - the Kaiser was confined to a certain perimeter around this house in the Kaiser's opinion, this house was a henhouse the abdication was signed in the house of Amerongen (not very far from Doorn) the Kaiser had an estate on Corfu (Greece), Achilleon; build in order of kaiserin Sissi an bought by the kaiser in 1907. his left arm - as to be noticed watching the uniforms - was shorter than his right arm.

[@metalingus9997]

i wish all these uniforms and items were in a public museum. Theyre beautiful and hold so much history.

[@finnmacdiarmid3250]

You had me at “recently granted private access” ❤

[@gertgilich3508]

Wow. Thank you Mark. What a priviledge to have you share with us. Many thanks. From a german in africa. ☝️🇿🇦🇩🇪🇬🇧

[@DaveSCameron]

Perhaps you should concentrate upon your own people who this man killed near a million.?

[@stefanklaver87]

As a Dutchman I have learned more from you in the few episodes you made about our heritage than in the 40 years in this country. Thank you Mark!

[@philipje1]

Go and visit a museum then

[@SolInvictusLeatherWorks]

Yeah I could definitely spend dozens of hours going through, examining, and marveling over all of the artifacts in that house! You are so lucky! 🧐

[@adgeerlingful]

Again a well done topic mr. Felton and team! As a Dutch citizen I always wondered how kaiser Wilhem II must have felt when the Nazi's overwhelmed our country in '39. Especially because he and his elite were blamed for the defeat and humiliation from WWI. And we all know Whilhem was one of the initiator of this Great War... Maybe a interesting topic for a next video? Again, well done! Anton Geerling, Netherlands.

[@Cl0ckcl0ck]

'39????? Your history teacher has failed you.

[@hovanti]

Thank you so very much, Mark, this was more interesting than I realized. As I don't foresee ever getting to Huis Doorn, let alone having the privilege of being showed this collection as you did, it was still quite the up close look. Being an Emperor/Kaiser certainly makes one quite the "clothes horse," as they say.

[@pacificdragon1]

What amazes me is that the Kaiser was related to or was associated with so many heads of state and yet they still went to war.

[@robertcuny934]

It was automatically activated by politicians and military planners pre-war.

[@FormerGovernmentHuman]

They weren’t in a position to stop it before it started, by then they were locked into their respective roles. It ended all the Empires, some just took longer than others, one took another world war but it was inevitable I think.

[@resireg]

And his great great grandson Felipe is the king of Spain right now

[@theotherohlourdespadua1131]

Just because they are related doesn't mean they won't go to war with each other. If you read history prior to 1914, family members fighting each other in full-on wars is actually far more common, and these people are more politically involved than the monarchs of 1914...

[@stablefairy9437]

absolutely fascinating collection of military uniforms and accessories. Wilhelm II was obsessed with uniforms and it is great to see that this unique and invaluable collection has been preserved. the workmanship on all items is exceptional.

[@brucelowe3391]

Well thank you Dr. Felton. No better person to present this treasure to the World. And many thanks to the Huis Doorn curators for letting this done.

[@krisfrederick5001]

It's on public display because of you. Danke Dr. Felton

[@Dave-jd9qn]

The preservation of this collection from deterioration is in itself a technical marvel. Kudos to the museum and its staff.

[@jimhoffmann]

I visited Doorn, NL, in 1985. In 2000, my friend owned a ring which ostensibly belonged to Kaiser Wilhem’s wife, and which I held in my hand. Very cool feeling.

[@petergunn-w2v]

Can't thank you enough for that virtual tour of a clearly forgotten but precious collection. I have only seen a few photos of this in Jan Kube's book Militaria from the 1980s. And every Waffenrock, every Litewka, every Attila, every Ulanka made with the shorter left sleeve for his deformed arm. A very interesting man too and I would argue only done justice in film by Barry Foster in Fall of Eagles. Viele Dank!!!

[@bertraminc9412]

What a wonderful collection of amazing craftsmanship and history. It was very kind of the men to allow you to film these wonderful uniforms and helmets. Such a great look at the past.

[@r3ddirtr8r28]

Awesome job as usual! Happy to see these artifacts still exist. Love the channel!

[@mlann2333]

He had more costume changes than a Beyonce concert, great video, amazing to see all this stuff.

[@DaveSCameron]

You’d be hilarious if not for our great grandfather being killed on this man’s orders. Wake up. Smh

[@mlann2333]

@@DaveSCameron I know all about this guy in fact, my grandad fought his bunch in the Royal Navy. I have zero respect for him.

[@williamford7966]

Excellent job of preserving this important collection. Thank you for your presentation, Dr. Felton.

[@RommelsAsparagus]

Just a stupendous collection. Many thanks Dr. Felton.

[@BonelessCheese]

Another amazing video! These items are truly priceless pieces of German history. To see such amazing items preserved for over 100+ years in immaculate condition is truly a treat. This collection is most certainly one of the important in the world in regard to Imperial German history. To see these items truly brings a tear to my eye and makes me feel a sense of anemoia for a Germany that I have never known.

[@TylerWest1776]

Incredible. Thank you for the video. This is fascinating. Wish this collection could be viewed publicly in person, but I'm just as content watching this.

[@dave1234aust]

The exquisite workmanship for each piece, not just weapons but batons, uniforms, everything. Thank you Dr F. for having the necessary "pull" to have them taken out and shown the light of day. Incredible collection and a great series of videos with in depth research to show the collection to the world.

[@MyLateralThawts]

I would like to see at least some of that collection in a museum. Strangely enough, the Kaiser’s rebuilt palace in Berlin might just be the best place for such a collection.

[@setoredan]

Thank you, Dr. Felton. Very informative and captivating.

[@roygaisser9230]

Man!!! Thank you, Professor for this glimpse at some of the finest museum pieces in world history. The uniforms--great. the hats/helms--fantastic, but the blades!!!! I don't have a word for those blades. Even the LETTER OPENER comes from Solingen!!! Thank you again.

[@samparkerSAM]

Thank you Dr Felton. As always your content is a gift that is much appreciated.

[@theblissfulinterzone7510]

What fantastic archive, truly a treasure trove of artifacts from a time, long since passed

[@jackbagley640]

Oh, to have the opportunity to go through this collection! Dr. Felton, another wonderful video!

[@razor6888]

WOW !!! well done Mark, a fine presentation. So many rare and unique items... I must watch this again.

[@thekeegan985]

Thank you Dr.felton for providing me yet again an entertaining and informative lunch time video at work

[@jarniwoop]

I can see the Kaiser standing in front of his wardrobe, "Gott in Himmel, vat do I vear today?!?"

[@stebo-pv2hq]

Utterly wonderful video.Thank you.Just an aside,before the war,the Kaiser often spent hours in the saddle,and was fond of his mounted units

[@jamieflame01]

Love it like I used to do the discovery channel in the 90's.

[@ketiljensen9804]

This changed my life

[@golfingbuddy1]

I really enjoy Mark documentaries, very thorough and professional.

[@earlshaner4441]

Outstanding video and I have shared this video with my friends

[@raymondmiller5098]

I toured Huis Doorn in the Netherlands last year. I can highly recommend this! Fascinating!

[@andrewsema359]

What a treat. Thanks Dr. Felton

[@mbendero]

Dr. Felton you knocked it out of the park with this video. Incredible!

[@MrIwan18]

That is about as historic you can get mister Felton! Impressive! Greetings from Groningen🫡

[@stephenbridges2791]

Those are some real treasures, Dr. Felton. Whenever there is a video about the Kaiser it reminds me so much of my grandparents. They lived through the hell of WWI, the depression, and WWII. They always referred to him as Kaiser Bill. Like he was some goober from down the block. Always makes me smile.

[@marvwatkins7029]

A great presentation of a fabulous collection.

[@TSnake1982]

After your first video of Huis Doorn, I also made a visit there. It is really nice and beautiful place to visit. Thank you Dr. Felton!

[@tdhawk7284]

Thank you, Dr Felton. It’s wonderful they are caring for this priceless historical trove of WWI era uniforms, helmets, etc. However it is tragic that the pieces are not on public display.

[@trmccann]

Thank you, what a wonderful tour of a different more refined age and time. Well done, BZ

[@mileshigh1321]

Mark,your research, not only on the history, but also on finding the correct matching photo or paintings is staggering! The Huis Doorn should use this video on their website and also at the house!

[@417jumps3]

Dr. Felton your videos are truly amazing and this one is nothing short of that!! Thank you for the research effort and for posting!

[@ruskyrosco1054]

Those uniforms are magnificent. Terrific work as usual Dr. Felton.

[@donaldkroth2579]

I really enjoyed this look into the Kaiser. It was very informative view into the man. Something we never really get see, except for that of Britain's Royal Family. I hope you'll give us more programs on world war 1 and before. I'm eager to see more. Thank you.

[@PatNorris-uq4uv]

Blown away at all these treasures! A huge Thank You for this informative video.❤

[@gameparade4527]

You are truly one of the best historians out there in the modern time.

[@libertyvilleguy2903]

A truly amazing collection. So thankful they granted Dr. Felton access.

[@meijiturtle3814]

Superlative and informative video once again from Mark Felton. We've come to expect nothing less.

[@ColinSnell-n6k]

Thank you Mr. Felton!!! All of these are wonderful but the garde du corps helmet gives me chills it’s so perfect !

[@thelastaustralian7583]

Good Work 'Tommy'

[@Wn9618]

Dr. Felton, this is just incredible stuff - as a pre-1914 buff I’m so grateful for your work!

[@rob5944]

What an extremely impressive and beautifully kept collection.

[@handle_unknown]

In the app of one of the newspapers I subscribe to, Svenska Dagbladet, there used to be this nifty little feature, with wich you could easily access the newspaper of your specific date, but from 100 and 125 years ago. They've unfortunately now made it such a pain to access those newspapers that I no longer read them. However I used to read them, and last year I read them every morning. I quite clearly remember reading about the Kaiser's visit to the Ottoman empire. Recieving those daily updates (with the added bonus of it being in Swedish)m, not far unlike any regular modern newspaper made things feel so very special. I imagine a lot of historians have felt something similair, but it was new to me, in spite of how many books I've read on historical subjects, and for anyone who is able to follow the 125 year old news cycle, I would recommend doing so! Thanks as always for the very special kind of content you produce dr. Felton. I gather I'm not the only one delighted by your exceptional way of education!

[@GreatWhiteBud420.]

You never cease to amaze me Mr Felton! Cheers!

[@ChrisHUTTON-zc4br]

Absolutely amazing! Such pristine & ornate artifacts & items of a major world figure of the time, is just incredible to see. Thank you for sharing this magnificent historic collection with us..

[@kennethreese4659]

What an incredible collection. Just amazing to see all that. Thanks for sharing.

[@janlegiec7737]

What a great episode! Thank you Dr Felton for such content!

[@deanbuss1678]

Thanks!

[@rosiefay7283]

Thank you for making and uploading these images of these rarely-seen items. The collection is stupendous. 3:14 Interesting. KOENIG, not KÖNIG; but FÜR even though there was room for FUER.

[@asheland_numismatics]

As always, an excellent production!

[@raytoomey]

A wonderfully detailed report... Thanks for your excellent work.

[@scottspy]

It's a shame that these military treasures aren't on display in a museum for all to see.

[@tsz5868]

A lot of crazy people would go there to adore or to destroy the collection.

[@Droopybear]

Impressive is an understatement. Very thoroughly done Dr Felton!

[@CaptCanuck4444]

Really interesting. A well deserved opportunity, well done.

[@georgewilkie3580]

My sincere Thanks to You, Dr.Felton, for affording all of us a peek at the beautiful history, and amazingly impressive weapons, uniforms, swords, helmets, etc. Without Your influence, we would never have gotten this opportunity to view a bit of this amazing, and historical Era!

[@Kettleman1.0]

These peices are wonderful, and so well preserved. You are very lucky to see them in person

[@lordofdunvegan6924]

Mark, another great video. You never fail to impress. Thank you.