Redcoat History - Research Historian & Script Writer Projects List



In May 2024, I was approached by Chris Parkinson of Redcoat History with an offer to collaborate as a Research Historian and Script Writer. This is not in any way replacing my book writing. Rather, it is another chance to broaden my horizons as a lover of history. Chris releases new videos every week. I am but one of several contributors. Currently, the channel has around 85,800 subscribers, and is steadily growing.

This blog post compiles every project I research and co-write for the channel, so please do check back for updates! Watch via the YouTube links below, and feel free to share a comment with your thoughts. Also, if there are topics you would like to see us cover, please let us know.


13 Sept 2024

The Forlorn Hope - The Most Dangerous Job in History

The Forlorn Hope. Brave lads who volunteered for near-suicidal missions, such as first into the breach of a siege.

Their name is  mainly synonymous with the Napoleonic Wars.
But what is the history of the Forlorn Hope?
Who were they?
How did armies find enough volunteers for such suicidal missions?

12 July 2024

An Uncomfortable Truth: Youngsters on the Frontline

Since the dawn of professional armies, it has been young men, and these days women, scarcely out of their youth who’ve taken up the sword.
In this film,  we look at the reality of soldiers ages through the ages and explore how Hollywood has painted a false picture of war.




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