The Service and Sacrifice of the British Soldier in Boston The Far Off Station 2022-12-04 | The American War of Independence is monolithic mythos that continues to impact our world in every single day in so many facets. It's flatly engrained in the conciseness of the American spirit. The British regulars who served are nothing more than a side note. Today, we take a humanistic look at their lives during the occupation of Boston in the early 1770s. This video is part of the "War is Hell" collaboration, be sure to check out the other videos in the project here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbGwg11hQxtnPCEzoUoK96DWrPWz7a1zhFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstation
Were The British Really That Dumb? The Far Off Station 2023-06-24 | When it comes to the British Army that fought in the American War of Independence, so much of what is in the public conscience falls rather far from the mark. In this video we take a look at some of the inaccurate tropes that are common place in society and how they're damaging to the understanding of America.Check out the other splendid videos in the Collab here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbGwg11hQxtmYbZNyxHln5NMhZWDhHXs3Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstation
Unboxing the Type 38 Japanese Infantry Rifle The Far Off Station 2022-09-13 | The Type 38 Japanese infantry rifle, sometimes referred to (incorrectly mind you) as an Arisaka, is what we get to unbox today! I could write you more about how this arm has impacted the world or of it's intricacies, but at this point I'm just typing things about how they were used in the Second Sino Japanese War, the Second World War, the Interwar years, etc, because the description helps the algorithm. I'm aware most of you will never read this unless you've come to click on the links below. But if you've gotten this far, I commend you. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstation
Protectors of the Oil: British Soldiers in Mesopotamia, WWI The Far Off Station 2022-06-29 | During the First World War, the British Empire sent British and Indian troops to Mesopotamia to secure oil facilities and other interests from the Ottoman Empire. Unlike the campaigns in Gallipoli and Palestine, the campaign in Mesopotamia doesn't nearly receive the same level of attention. In this video, I take a peek at the conditions for the men who served there, and examine the kit that they wore as they traversed the desert and river plains of the ancient land.This video is apart of the 'Grand Alliance of the Great Collab,' a grand collaboration between myself and six other channels, where we're looking at the impact of the Great War outside of Western Europe. So please be sure to check out the other videos in the collaboration playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbGwg11hQxtm3fY5YvE2zMXfDlYtr4wz5Check out the 'Great Collab' merch here!nativeoak.org/shopSupport my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:34 The Great Collab00:50 Why Were the British in Mesopotamia?03:36 Conditions for the Men04:51 The North Staffords 06:30 Clothing of a Soldier10:41 Webbing & Rifle12:07 Suggested Reading13:03 Conclusion
The Collection Grows | 1942 Shorts & Canadian Webbing The Far Off Station 2022-04-29 | It's just about tropical kit weather and I've received some more tropical kit items, just in time! I was able to obtain some stupendous original Second World War shorts and I've gotten a few more items to nearly complete the kit of the Canadians at Hong Kong in 1941! Soon the Royal Rifles of Canada and Winnipeg Grenadiers kit shall be complete! Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
When You Accidentally Go Full Top Gear The Far Off Station 2022-04-13 | Sometimes when you're making a simple little video on changing a 1973 MGB Roadster's exhaust hanger, you get a little carried away and a sequence goes full on Top Gear style. Now how to figure out how to make the rest of the video remotely as captivating as this...Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
How 18th Century British Soldiers Kept Their Accoutrements White The Far Off Station 2022-03-10 | In the 18th and 19th Centuries, British soldiers throughout the globe and empire, used various methods of pipeclaying to keep their belting and accoutrements white. In this video, I take a look at two recipes used around the time of the American War of Independence, known in the USA as the American Revolution. Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-10825317480670500:00 Intro00:49 The Sources01:15 Apparatuses01:50 Lord Cardigan02:50 Hinde's Recipe09:04 Trenchard's Recipe13:09 Results of the Recipes 14:40 Application to Leather21:48 How the Methods Perform
Almost 2k Livestream! The Far Off Station 2022-02-19 | The channel is about to reach 2 thousand subscribers so lets have a livestream!Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
The Evolution of British Reenacting Redcoats The Far Off Station 2022-01-16 | Over the past 50 years, the American War of Independence hobby has evolved and changed quite significantly, it's transitioned from a much more ceremonial institution from the days of the Bicentennial, to one that's a lot more akin to the 18th Century and what it actually did. The redcoats that are worn in the reenacting hobby are no different, they have also evolved and changed with the course of it all over the decades. Historical addendum: Post production of this video, it was found that the buttons were in fact cast, just like all other buttons! Great win for authenticity! Find Ian at:http://royalbluetraders.cominstagram.com/royalbluetradersfacebook.com/RoyalBlueTradersSupport my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-10825317480670500:00 Intro01:03 Perspective02:30 How The Coats Compare11:26 Conclusion
Unboxing a Khaki Sola Pith Hat The Far Off Station 2022-01-13 | In the first half of the 20th Century, the Wolseley Sun Helmet reigned supreme as the headwear of choice for British soldiers in tropical stations. Along side it, in a smaller setting, the Khaki Sola Pith Hat also served, eventually supplanting it in on Indian service in 1939, on the eve of the Second World War. Recently, I was lucky enough to find an example of this iconic helmet of the British Empire.Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Channel First Year Anniversary Livestream! The Far Off Station 2021-08-16 | Today the channel turns one year old! In celebration of this historic day, join in on my first ever livestream! Come and ask you questions, comments, and concerns!
The Journey to Meet Ian of Forgotten Weapons The Far Off Station 2021-07-24 | Last week, I had the great pleasure of meeting Ian McCollum of @ForgottenWeapons, when he hosted a local meet and greet! Like most of the YT history community, he was a great chap! Here's a vlog of the journey to go and meet him! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705Music by (prod. Zeeky Beats) @ZeekyBeats youtube.com/watch?v=prBiChZ7q-Myoutube.com/watch?v=HZAE7weeOk4
The Start of The Royal Rifles of Canada in Hong Kong Kit The Far Off Station 2021-07-17 | For the first time ever, the Canadian warm weather work uniform has been reproduced by a good friend of mine. This is the uniform that was worn by the Royal Rifles of Canada and Winnipeg Grenadiers, when they fought valiantly during the Battle of Hong Kong, in December of 1941. Him and I hope that these reproductions help bring some more awareness and remembrance for the sacrifices these men made, 80 years ago during the Second World War.The channels Facebook: facebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
The Art of Pith Helmet Puggaree Wrapping The Far Off Station 2021-07-08 | When it comes to pith helmets, British ones in particular, a puggaree is an essential component to them. Regrettably, most modern reproduction helmets feature a lackluster puggaree, or don't even feature one altogether. One of the helmets most important and iconic features, treated like an afterthought by makers. Even more disparaging, there's very little out there on how to make one yourself. With lots of reading, and looking at images of original helmets, I've formulated a method of making puggarees, that is as close to the original method as possible, with the resources I have available. I hope this video helps to cheer up your lonely sun helmet, in wanting need of a puggaree!Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Unboxing a New M1 Garand The Far Off Station 2021-06-14 | Initially, I thought I would be waiting months for my M1 Garand to come from the CMP, but I was pleasantly surprised when it showed up in only a few weeks! Come with me as I unbox this iconic US arm of the Second World War and Korean War! This is most assuredly my most salty video to date, enjoy!Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Trying the WWI Staple Ration Bully Beef The Far Off Station 2021-05-06 | Bully Beef and the First World War, are nearly synonymous with one another, the staple ration appears in numerous accounts, and is usually described in less than positive ways. In this video, I try the infamous ration that first started it's life in British Empire service during the Second Boer War, and continues onto this day. If you're interested in supporting the Men of Harlech Charity March as we march for veterans with PTSD, through the Overwatch Project, please follow the link here: give.joinforge.org/fundraiser/3185662Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Britains Wartime Economy Sun Helmets The Far Off Station 2021-01-19 | During the Second World War, raw materials were in short supply in all different areas, one of those materials for everyone's favorite Wolseley Sun Helmet was also in short supply, cork. Come see how Britain economised their infamous helmet, and how economising the Wolseley wasn't a new feat, plus, we see how an a economy Wolseley stacks up against it's cork counterpart.Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705Thank you to fellow Far East reenactor, novelist M.A. Amru with his new book "First Under Heaven" for sponsoring today's video. You can check out more on the novel here: firstunderheaven.com/?fbclid=IwAR0M7hn60zTIc_xrJdwDHzjeYKf5fpwtMCCInpn-8l1bS7JLFlfT9bBTQVEfacebook.com/Endeavourwrites
Was 2020 a Wash for Reenacting? The Far Off Station 2020-12-30 | 2020 was a year full of firsts, drastic changes and cancelations for everyone, and it's impact on reenacting was no different. Since all reenactment events were cancelled, does that then mean 2020 was a total wash out of a year for reenacting? Here I talk about my thoughts on just that!Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Unboxing A Wolseley Sun Helmet The Far Off Station 2020-12-15 | In this video I unbox the famous pith helmet of the British Empire in the first half of the 20th Century, that is none other than the Wolseley Pattern Cork Sun Helmet, made famous by the British Tommy and explorer alike! So join me, as I have the joy of unboxing this beautiful old girl from 1942!Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
My Contribution to the Destruction of a Wolseley Sun Helmet The Far Off Station 2020-12-12 | When I purchased a 1942 Wolseley Sun Helmet, I never thought I'd be a creator of its destruction. The infamous pattern of pith helmet was deemed a restricted item by the British post, the apparent reason...it was illegal under arms control. It being restricted, it could potentially be destroyed, so here's the story of how I tried to save the WWII curio.Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Are Repro Puttees That Bad? The Far Off Station 2020-12-06 | How well do reproduction puttees compare to their original counterparts? In this video I address the topic of how the two match up in a few different regards. I compared a pair of reproduction short puttees made by Soldier of Fortune, and original pair of Second World War production ones. Though I did feature short puttees, the information holds true to long puttees as used in the First World War and Interwar period, length was all that changed. One day I hope to have original long puttees as well, but that day is not here.Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
My Kit: The Lincolnshire Regiment, France, 1914 The Far Off Station 2020-11-26 | On the 14th of August, 1914, the men of the 1st Battalion, the Lincolnshire Regiment disembarked onto then quayside in Le Havre, France for their four year stay as part of the original British Expeditionary Force during the First World War. In this video, I present my kit of those men who first marched into France and Belgium at the outbreak of war during that hot summer of 1914, as they fought at Mons, Le Cateau, Marne, Aisne and Yypres. If you'd like to see my friends full video of the Men of Harlech Charity march, where we raised money for the Commonwealth War Graves Foundation, take a look here: youtube.com/watch?v=5qbr8_iKLO4Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
New Kit Bits: Original WWII KD Shirt, Puttees & More! The Far Off Station 2020-10-26 | An Original WWII Officers Private Purchase KD Shirt, Original Short Puttees and a couple other items, are what I recently obtained from a mate of mine in Hong Kong. With these "new" puttees, I can now replace the reproductions that I currently have for my Loyals in Singapore kit. I've gotten these articles of British Tropical kit, just in time for the cold season here in New England! For those of you interested in my friends site that talks about Far East History, particularly on Hong Kong, you can find Live-Thing. History here: livethinghistory.wixsite.com/mainFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Loading the Lee-Enfield: Chargers vs Magazines The Far Off Station 2020-10-15 | What's faster when loading a Lee-Enfield, Chargers or Magazines? The Lee-Enfield and it's derivatives are slightly unique to their contemporaries, they featured detachable box magazines. Besides a period in the early 1890's, they were always loaded from the top through single loading or chargers, when chargers finally came to fruition at the turn of the century. It got me wondering though, could loading them with their un utilized feature have been any faster if it had been used? I took my rifle out to find an answer to this question!Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
Unboxing a New Lee-Enfield The Far Off Station 2020-10-01 | Just recently, I divested of my second SMLE to a friend getting into First World War reenacting, naturally the hunt began to replace it with another. A few weeks later, this old girl rolled up to my door step via UPS! In this video, I share the experience and joy of unboxing a new rifle, just like a kid on Christmas Day!Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
British India: A Brief History The Far Off Station 2020-09-25 | A few years ago, I had a channel and didn't do a whole lot with it (didn't really have a direction then), there was a handful of content at best. In the process of creating this channel here, I consolidated some of my digital accounts and did some digital cleanup. I started this particular channel to document my reenacting journey, and the history that I'm interested in. While it's certainly not up to the standard of how I'd make content today, a few of the viewers enjoyed my video on the British Raj, so I opted to upload it here, so that they'd still have access to the video. Cheers!Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
My Kit: The Loyal Regiment, Singapore, 1941 The Far Off Station 2020-09-16 | Last month, on social media, I posted a picture of myself in this newly completed kit, a Private of the 2nd Battalion, The Loyal (North Lancashire) Regiment in Singapore, before the out break of war in the Far East in December of 1941. With it's garnering of interest, I thought that I'd make a video going into a little bit more depth. For those interested in British Empire and Commonwealth forces in the Far East around this period, I highly recommend the Facebook page " British Empire & Commonwealth Forces in the Far East-SE Asia 1937-1946"facebook.com/BECFFESEA19371946Support my work on Patreon! patreon.com/thefaroffstationFollow me on Instagram and Facebook!instagram.com/the_far_off_stationfacebook.com/The-Far-Off-Station-108253174806705
