The Medieval Battle of Otterburn | Hundred Years War [Episode 10]

[@brian_b_music]

Not only are you a veteran. You are an amazing storyteller, a student of history, and you play instruments… You my good sir are a renaissance man!!!

[@thehistorysquad]

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[@David-fj5lz]

These should be shown in history classes

[@etee08]

I wish my history teacher back in school was just a little bit like you...

[@gaze505]

Yes!

[@CausticPuffin]

“Oooh, shiny!!!” -Sir Robert ‘I’m here to steal’ de Umfraville

[@thehistorysquad]

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[@StevenConstantine-fw2kn]

Love history, and with costumes and stories, and drama

[@williamjohnbedford5776]

BRILLIANT, CHEERS KEV. WILL AND ELAINE.

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks guys, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@druballard8929]

You are such a wonderful storyteller. I so enjoy listening to your stories. A national treasure!!

[@sharonwhiteley6510]

Outstanding gifted is Kevin. May GOD bless

[@StevenConstantine-fw2kn]

You would be one of my favorite teachers

[@tamarabrun3339]

Kevin Hicks is just brilliant! I hope they teach history in schools like this because he is interesting, knowledgeable and humorous. I also love that there is no CGI just his wonderful models which make sense!

[@thehistorysquad]

😜 thanks

[@thehistorybard6333]

I love that you cover some of these lesser known battles, they might not be the big names like Crecy or Agincourt but theyre just as dramatic and fascinating! The Douglas family were a fierce bunch who played a key role at several points in medieval Scottish history, its interesting to hear of another of their exploits

[@chriscookesuffolk]

Completely agree and it's great to hear,learn and enjoy them in such an entertaining way.

[@richardmacpherson7647]

"persuaded him nicely...".. love that bit.. especially your face kev made me chuckle 🤭

[@thehistorysquad]

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[@alexwilliamson1486]

Otterburn! Know it well….trained there for years with the British Army…I think I saw the sun twice in all those years…a bleak and miserable (but breathtaking) place. Great post as usual Kev!👍🏻

[@thehistorysquad]

😂 I know exactly what you mean 👍🏻

[@WimZiekman]

Thank you for the music Kevin. What a great story' and what an excellent modeller you are!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thank you kindly!

[@Idancegood]

My mothers family is Douglas, I cannot thank you enough for telling this, that was deeply fancinating I have been watching all your videos and you really make history come to life, please dont stop telling these stories

[@thehistorysquad]

I'll try not to 👍🏻

[@Pinklady7529]

You make amazing videos, fantastic models , an expert archer AND a Veteran....AND you play instruments!? My mind is officially blown. You Sir, are just simply AWESOME 👌

[@docstockandbarrel]

👍🏻

[@ricebrown1]

hes a real renaissance man

[@thehistorysquad]

Thank you very much! 😃

[@fangslaughter1198]

And he moved to the best place on the planet. Saskatoon Saskatchewan!😀

[@WoofyMcDoodle]

I love those little dioramas for each episode. Visualisation is a big part of learning and its so much more enjoyable to learn about new stuff and immerse yourself if you have some form of visual engagement instead of dry texts from a book.

[@thehistorysquad]

Totally agree!

[@sheilawest9757]

Kev what a multi talented man you are… Thanks a bunch for another lesson in history.

[@thehistorysquad]

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[@AB-ye6cl]

I'm a descendant of Sir Robert de Lawdere of Edrimgton , from the family known as The Lauders of the Bass (Roxk) who were loyal to the Scottish Crown for over 600 years who was present at Otterburn and mentioned by Froissart as a renowned hero. I think you the best medieval historian on KZbin as you understand just how violent and chaotic the battles were and how capable the men who fought them were to knock someone on the head with no hesitation. I recently saw a video of the Atherstone Ball maybe 200 men trying to get in a doorway of a pub defended by the winners. All jammed together so tight people were climbing on top of the crowd to kick or punch each other.

[@Dark123hound]

“I will not yield to a bracken bush, nor will I yield to a briar, but I would yield to earl Douglas or sir Hugh if he were here.” What a battle, what a song

[@sonny2593]

Otterburn castle is absolutely stunning

[@Ian-mj4pt]

Another good day Kevin giving us some more education . Thanks Kevin

[@stevenyoung2420]

Came down from Durham with my girlfriend roundabout 2001 to visit Warwick Castle and an Archery display was on by the castle gate entrance, the Bowman was absolutely captivating and I’ve spoken of him so many times and couldn’t believe it when I found you on here. Still as informative and captivating as back then. Keep up the great work

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thanks Steven, will do 👍🏻

[@andrewschmidt5312]

Historian, Bowman, and plays the flute! Man for all seasons. Thanks for making history fun!

[@thehistorysquad]

My pleasure, thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@heatherdavis8037]

Oh, please please please write a book about the Tudor period. You are a true and wonderful story teller. I am so grateful to find your KZbin channel.

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, thanks Heather, no books, but more Tudor videos will be coming along in due course 👍🏻

[@oberstul1941]

The tune at the beginning was so quaint - I loved it. As I love your 100 years war series. Cheers, good Sir!

[@JohnnyDanger87]

Who knew there was history before 1776?? 😁🇺🇸 love the channel Kevin, easily my favorite. cheers 🍻 from the colonies

[@chubbymoth5810]

What? Next thing you say you're aware Americans didn't invent writing!

[@NASkeywest]

What do you mean? God created the world in 1776.

[@Cornet_Tooter]

Crazy isn't it. 2023 AD this side of the pond (UK) and 247 AA (Anno Americanum) your side 🤪

[@JohnnyDanger87]

❤

[@thrashsuxballs]

3 words. God, Liberty, Freedom.

[@wordscapes5690]

You are a complete and total freak! Don't stop. LOVE you!

[@thehistorysquad]

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[@bassingman9911]

You sir are a pleasure to listen to and learn from. A true master story teller, historian, archer, model builder, and just downright fun to watch. Please keep up the excellent work. God bless.

[@thehistorysquad]

.......and don't forget whistle player 😜 Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@fredsimmons2793]

Whatever you put your hand and mind to Kevin,is pure quality.

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thanks Fred 👍🏻

[@JohnWood-tk1ge]

Sorry to be watching late getting ready for a big storm. Always learn great things on history!

[@jayhaack2883]

A story and a musical show...who could ask for more?

[@thehistorysquad]

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[@keithskelhorne3993]

Great vid, interesting as usual,. Thanks Kev. AAARRRGH! Otterburn, flash backs to standing knee deep in mud half way down a dems pit, with an effin blizzard blowing a hoolie!

[@williamwallace9427]

Fantastic story from a master story teller! Thank you Mr. Hicks!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks for listening

[@lost_kite]

As an American it has been a blessing finding you.

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks, I’m glad you did 👍

[@richardpayne5101]

Such a great series, very educational for any age! Kevin is a knowledgeable looney which makes it all so interesting and captivating. Keep ‘em comin’ Kev!!

[@BleedEaglesGreen023]

The hundred years war series is one of my favourites on this channel. I have no previous knowledge of the topic so you're giving me quite the lesson Kevin.

[@thehistorysquad]

That's great to hear, thanks for sticking with it 👍🏻

[@colinp2238]

Hi Kevin, another interesting video. Otterburn was my last camp as a Cadet Sergeant in the ACF in summer 1971. In September 1971 I reached the grand old age of 17 and enlisted. In March 1972 I was at Otterburn with 94 Locating Regiment RA, either to see if I wanted to transfer from 5 Light RA, or just to get me out of the way as 5 were training for NI and I was too young to go. 5 RA were at the time stationed at Bulford Camp not a million miles from the grave of a famous archer. 94 RA had sent 2 of it's batteries with 32 Heavy RA to NI. 32 were stationed at Hildesheim, BAOR and in November 1972 changed locations to become 32 Light RA at Bulford and 5 light became 5 Heavy at Hildesheim. Gunner Curtis RA, of 94 Loc Regt RA is listed as the first soldier to be killed on Irish soil since 1921, although this is now disputed. After hearing your pipe playing I realise what the French wanted to cut the fingers off English bowmen was all about. Stay safe and take care.

[@KetsaKunta]

You are my archery, history, music, and diorama inspiration. Thanks for the video

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thanks 😃

[@Jason-hk9dq]

What a battle, what a battle. I like the flute.. very nice touch.

[@davidstrother496]

Thanks for this latest lesson. It is good to cover the lesser known battles as well as the major ones. I love the models and your outfits and accessories. Cheers from Texas.

[@thehistorysquad]

Glad you enjoyed this one David. As always we appreciate your support 👍🏻

[@pag-op7wi]

First learned about this battle from the great Nigel Tranter’s historical fiction novel, The Stewart Trilogy (Lords of Misrule). Great job on the video as always, and I cannot suggest Mr Tranter enough for any fan of history who hasn’t had the pleasure of reading his work!

[@lisaconner7609]

Thank you Kevin I’m relaxing to your videos after meniscus surgery. You’re cheering me up.

[@battlemastersamuel9709]

You are the best history teacher I have ever seen! Thank you for everything you do for us!

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thank you, you’re very kind

[@garychynne1377]

thank yew kevin. tremendous tales from time.

[@miketike3246]

Love this series!

[@gaze505]

I want to learn to play that tune on my recorder.

[@roytetwart]

Great video. Plenty of interesting detail. Please, keep 'em coming!

[@thehistorysquad]

Yep, more to come!

[@Nahyougood8002]

Love ya dude

[@andrewlongo516]

You are my favorite history KZbinr out there! I'd love to see a continuation of the Hundred Years War Series talking about army recruitment/organization

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks Andrew. Have you worked your way through the medieval playlist, I covered a bit about that in a video about the feudal system 👍

[@rainstand2772]

Cheers Kevin once again you’ve knocked it out of the park 👏👏👏👏👏

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks very much!!

[@rainstand2772]

@@thehistorysquad you’re welcome I salute you

[@tomhirons7475]

Thanks

[@thehistorysquad]

Hi Tom, thank you very much for the SUPER, it's much appreciated. I'm glad you liked the video 👍🏻

[@mrecamping5496]

Love the videos! Always listen to them in the background when walking my dog 😂🐕

[@als3022]

And now I want a video on medieval music in camp. :p Fun times, and battles I don't know about. Medieval isn't my forte and love to listen to those who know more. Especially with a sense of humor. When you have a prisoner, remember to ask "nicely"

[@thehistorysquad]

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[@genogallaher837]

... You Never cease to Amaze; Mate ... Veteran . Police officer . Teacher . Historian . Tour guide . Conscientious Sharer of Knowledge . Wardrobe, Master . Prop, Master . Videographer . Editor . Director . Executive Director . Executive Producer . Humorist . Archer . Flutest . Humanitarian at Large ... Thank You, for Your Passion ...

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, and you haven't heard me sing yet 😜 Thanks very much, although I won't take credit for the videography, editing or production, that's all down to my lovely wife 👍🏻

[@NASkeywest]

Hello Proffesor Hicks! Just checking in for role call. Would be cool to see a video on the “Hellfire Club.” Or other weird stuff the wealthy an powerful get into through history

[@thehistorysquad]

Maybe when I get back to the UK in the spring, I might make a visit. Thanks for the suggestion. 👍🏻

[@AbbyV1820]

Thanks for making History so much fun! Tea and Kevin are a great way to settle in and learn.

[@A_Eichler]

Love the battle episodes. The models and dioramas solidify your narration well.👌

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks!

[@owenshale8719]

I am glad that there are more of the your KZbin channel videos up I like the song you were playing keep up with the amazing work Kevin you are a wonderful person

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

Beautifully done sir. God bless

[@MrCombatmedic00]

I love your use of wit and humor peppered in with fascinating facts, it keeps learning new and known things fun and interesting and entertaining.

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers!

[@dmcarpenter2470]

Kevin, as always, well-done and informative video. Thanks.

[@jchoward6451]

Thanks! This was a great story, well told, and with much value added by yourself.

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thanks JC, that's most kind of you. I'm glad you enjoyed Otterburn, I'm working on painting up more models for Shrewsbury right now 👍🏻

[@josephinequinn8782]

Education as it should be!! Appreciate the models you make. Thanks for the time you take on these videos.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@thehistorysquad]

It's my pleasure, thank you for watching,

[@ELAlfa-fj3we]

Love these vids. Greetings from LA 🤙🏼

[@Boggin_]

Just sat and binged all of these, please upload the next one soon!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks for watching, I'll get to it as soon as I can 👍🏻

[@PSDuck216]

Love your “you are there” presentations! Good show! The Scottish part of me gets a stomach rumble every time I hear or read about the “Auld Alliance”. It usually meant Frenchmen talking, Scotsmen dying. It’s a shame that Cumbria was usually left on its own, time and again, by the Powers That Be, whose attention was focused to the east of the Pennines. I’m in the camp that believes the Black Prince died not of dysentery, but something else he very well contracted in Spain. It lasted some months, which would be unusual as it killed within (perhaps) a month. But, we weren’t there, so we can only guess. Here’s another campaign you can cover: the relatively unknown Burnt Candlemas of early 1356. Again, thanks for an outstanding presentation. Cheers!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks Allen. I know I'm moving forward in the series, but I might delve back at some point 👍🏻

[@PSDuck216]

@@thehistorysquad Another retrospective look could be about the western invasion of the Scots in 1346. Carlisle might have been spared, paying off the Scots (a smart move when one considers the fate of those in castle Liddell), but Penrith was burnt and razed, wiped off the map. They rebuilt Penrith a few miles to the south at an intersection of four (iirc) roads out of the local red sandstone. A great example is St Bee’s head, a prominent mount on the western shores. Feelings by the survivors at the time would have been harsh. Sparse records indicate word reached the town as the Scots reached Carlisle, and the residents scarpered. Brougham Castle was besieged and held out despite some fire damage. Appleby, an impressive structure was bypassed as not so easy pickings. As the Scots turned north for Hexham, an ad hoc group of cavalry and light infantry (fast movers, archers included) hit the Scottish baggage train, making away with some to a great deal of the loot and freeing many prisoners, before reinforcements could arrive. No Scots were captured, of course. I’ve done quite a bit of research on Cumbria because I’m writing a historical fiction about the area immediately after the plague. The Scottish invasion of the 1380s made all this look like a test run. But that’s outside my story. Thought I’d give you more ideas and share a few points I’d researched. Cheers!

[@thehistorysquad]

@@PSDuck216 Thanks very much for the insights. Good luck with your book 👍🏻

[@andrewrice2376]

Excellent video Kevin - I like the way you mention that it made little difference to the average borderer who won or lost these battles, as they were the one's who suffered regardless. The curse you mention I think is the one made by Gavin Dunbar, Archbishop of Glasgow, who in 1525 made his 'Great Monition of Cursing' against the Border Reivers, the families who banded together to protect themselves and to raid and counter raid from others in the borders. Apparently the 'Greit Cursing' as it was called took about 20 minutes to read out, and cursed them riding, standing, sitting, walking, their heads, their eyes, their hair...and just about everything else he could think of!

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, yes, believe it or not I've read that curse it does go on a bit. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@andrewrice2376]

@@thehistorysquad Oh it does, that's for sure! :D

[@90762709]

I always learn something new from your videos! Keep up the great work!

[@justinhaller569]

Man!!!!!!!!! What a channel you have produced! I'm sure your good ol gal helps too! Love you brother!!! I really do!

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers buddy 👍🏻

[@jennyhunter9346]

Super 🎉. Thank-you 😊

[@CheesyPrince]

Brilliant video yet again Kevin! 👏 if only my teachers at school had as much enthusiasm for history as you do! Keep them coming can’t get enough! Much love 👍

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers Alex 👍🏻

[@Calum_S]

Recounted in the song Lammas Tide and inspiration for The Ballad of Chevy Chase.

[@juanvasquez521]

Wow this channel is amazing, that was really immersive really enjoyed it.

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers!

[@SymptomoftheTimes]

Always a pleasure to watch sir!!

[@SymptomoftheTimes]

Thanks!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks CJ for the SUPER, it's much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video 👍🏻

[@adamcloud705]

Greetings from Indiana, USA! Another great video, Kevin!

[@thehistorysquad]

Hello there & thanks!

[@allanburt5250]

Fantastic Kevin

[@arthurdoucette1786]

Greetings once again from nova Scotia, thank you for another great video, I enjoyed this little bit of story telling, you really are a renaissance man. Thanks again, be well, and as always best regards, Arthur

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks Arthur.....spring is hopefully just around the corner and it'll soon be time to get the bow out 👍🏻

[@602douglas]

I love thehistorysquad!!!

[@bertogle4955]

LOVE YOUR HISTORY VIDEO,S THANK YOU

[@dangomez1269]

I just read Froissart's account of this battle 2 days ago. Love your content Kevin, thank you so much, from a history nerd and American swordsman. Cheers.

[@graceerhart5796]

Coolll! I like the smaller battles as well- your a great speaker!!

[@thehistorysquad]

I appreciate that!

[@patrickbo2045]

What a lovely touch to pick up on Edward's demise. The other video I wondered if he would survive disentery, then forgot to check myself!

[@hemaccabe4292]

Love the flute playing!

[@floydstowe]

Great visual love the models and the stories thank you

[@thehistorysquad]

Glad you like them!

[@bobthompson4133]

Excellent

[@magdimahmoud3365]

Very cool history bard !!!

[@welshman8954]

James Douglas the mad man of Otterburn

[@fredazcarate4818]

Sir I enjoyed your video presentation. It was and is a brilliant bit of work. Your description of the maneuvers employed by Scotts riveting, the English counter attack got my blood up, and the Scotts counter rally smashing. I can not describe how joyous it is to both see in miniature hear the narrative. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of The Battle Of Otterburn .

[@thehistorysquad]

You're most welcome Fred, I appreciate you watching 👍🏻

[@fredazcarate4818]

@@thehistorysquad 👊👍

[@josephturner7569]

I did not know. Been on excercise there. Nice local pub.

[@WillyShakes]

Just found your channel the other day thanks to a chance post to reddit. Very glad to have found it!

[@thehistorysquad]

Brilliant, thanks Will & welcome aboard!

[@tylerm4321]

So good man love your videos

[@majnkrafcio6550]

Amazing one!

[@rnedlo9909]

A Douglas, A Douglas!

[@darrellpratt4479]

Im loving this series. Brilliant as always and never ever disappointed. You probably could hear the kids call out going crazy when they heard the shoutout Kevin. Lol oh and they want to learn your instrument now. Ill tell them to keep it down next time. Thanks mate

[@thehistorysquad]

Excellent! Thanks Darrell, glad you're enjoying the series and that the kids were happy. All the best down under 👍🏻

[@psycho_sh1fty]

Love the content fella 👌

[@kennethoconnell8476]

Ponteland Castle, nor Pontland. Pronounce the ‘e’, Pont E Land (Island in the River Pont). It’s now the Blackbird Inn, the father of an ex-girlfriend of mine used to own it, before passing on. I, also, went on my training exercises, and clearance ops, destroying unexploded munitions. Fun days in Bomb Disposal. I like the story of this Battle. Thanks.

[@WadeWeigle]

Very nice, we get to hear about the other sides victories! I’m sure it’s not easy for you to do but we do appreciate it.

[@hemaccabe4292]

Wow, that model is amazing.

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers buddy 👍🏻