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From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-27 16:23:18
The Glücksburg Heist: SAS Robbed George VI's Royal Relatives? (Ep. 2)
In Episode 2, we examine the the raid on Glücksburg Castle and the looting at followed that involved not only The Cheshire Regiment, but the SAS as well! This story is almost unreported today, and I have spent 2 years researching in many archives to bring you the truth. My thanks to HM The King for kindly granted me permission to research in the Royal Archives at Windsor Castle. Special thanks to The Herefordshire Regiment Museum, The Soldiers of Shropshire Museum & The Cheshire Military Museum. Please visit the links below and help support these three splendid institutions: https://herefordshirelightinfantrymuseum.com/support-us/ https://www.soldiersofshropshire.co.uk https://cheshiremilitarymuseum.org.uk Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: The Royal Archives; US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Herefordshire Regiment Museum; Soldiers of Shropshire Museum; Cheshire Military Museum; The National Archives; The Metropolitan Police; Matthias Sussen; Soenke Rahn; Arne List; Dormskirk; Felix Koenig; Jrballe; Elena Marie Meyer; Wolfgang Pehlermann; Beckstet
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-25 17:46:05
The Glücksburg Heist: Secret British Robbery of George VI's Royal Relatives
In Episode 1, we examine the circumstances that led up to British troops involved in the dissolution of Grand Admiral Dönitz's Rump Government on 23 May 1945 becoming armed robbers, and committing one of the most lucrative heists in 20th century history, robbing King George VI's German royal relatives at Glücksburg Castle! This story is almost unreported today, and I have spent 2 years researching in many archives to bring you the truth. My thanks to HM The King for kindly granted me permission to research in the Royal Archives at Windsor Castle. Special thanks to The Herefordshire Regiment Museum, The Soldiers of Shropshire Museum & The Cheshire Military Museum. Please visit the links below and help support these three splendid institutions: https://herefordshirelightinfantrymuseum.com/support-us/ https://www.soldiersofshropshire.co.uk https://cheshiremilitarymuseum.org.uk Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: The Royal Archives; US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Herefordshire Regiment Museum; Soldiers of Shropshire Museum; Cheshire Military Museum; The National Archives; The Metropolitan Police; Matthias Sussen; Soenke Rahn; Arne List; Dormskirk
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-21 17:37:24
Grand Theft Otto - Skorzeny & 'The Spider' Network
Otto Skorzeny was Hitler's commando extraordinaire - a man who pulled off some of the most daring raids of WWII. His life postwar was equally intriguing, becoming an international arms dealer and military advisor. However, many don't know that he founded a shadowy organisation called 'Die Spinne' or 'The Spider' in 1948 devoted to helping SS men to escape from justice. It was financed by a huge amount of cash that Skorzeny had received at war's due to an SS raid on the Reichsbank in embattled Berlin. Incidentally, can't take the credit for the fantastic title - that goes to 'MrCrumpets368' from 3 years ago! Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Stefano Rosone; Crazyfrog58; Alessandro Ramberti; Gianni Careddu; Sailko Sources: - 'Nazi Gold' by Ian Sayer & Douglas Botting, (Granada Publishing: 1984) - 'The Last Nazis: The Hunt for Hitler's Henchmen' by Mark Felton, (Pen & Sword: 2011) - 'Skorzeny: "The Most Dangerous Man in Europe"' by Charles Whiting, (Da Capo: 1998)
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-19 15:33:19
Last Allied Landing France - April 1945!
In late April 1945, just one week before the end of the war in Europe, Allied forces launched a full amphibious invasion of a German-defended island off the French Atlantic coast. In a sort of mini-D-Day, 6,000 French troops and tanks took on 2,000 heavily dug-in Germans in Europe's last invasion. Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Mutichon
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-15 21:01:41
Hitler Bribed His Generals - Secret Fund Bought Military Loyalty
Not many people know that the Nazis set up a secret slush fund in order to bribe German field marshals and generals to remain loyal to Hitler. This is the story of Konto 5, that secret account. Special thanks to Colin Stephens for kindly suggesting this topic. Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Primary Source: "Black Marks: Hitler's Bribery of his Senior Officers During World War II" by Diego Gambetta in Kreike, Emmanuel; Jordan, William Chester (eds.). 'Corrupt Histories' (Toronto: Hushion House: 2005) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Magnus Manske; Bundesarchiv
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-13 17:33:04
In 1941, a mostly Australian force invaded Lebanon from Palestine. The enemy wasn't Germany but France! Find out the full story of this peculiar side campaign of WWII here... Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Australian War Memorial; Imperial War Museum Primary Source: 'Syria & Lebanon 1941: The Allied Fight Against the Vichy French' by David Sutton, (Osprey: 2022) Thumbnail coloured by Nils Hagemann & Ben Nightingale
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-11 17:10:17
Inside the Kaiser's Closet - World's Finest WW1 Militaria Collection
NOTE: THIS IS THE COMPLETE EDITION OF MY ORIGINAL 3-PART SERIES Join me as we open Kaiser Wilhelm II's closets and examine his vast collection of uniforms, medals and swords today stored at his former home in the Netherlands, Huis Doorn. This collection is not open to the public, but I was able to catalogue many of its highlights for you! Special thanks to the staff at Huis Doorn for inviting me on a private tour of the building and grounds. My thanks to the following persons: Curator Cornelis van der Bas, Junior Curator Leon van der Kuil, and Marketeer Jaël Buteijn. Many thanks for such a memorable and fascinating visit! For information on visiting Huis Doorn, please go to: https://www.huisdoorn.nl/en/homepage/ Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Jaël Buteijn; A. Savin; Tony Webster
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-09 19:22:38
Himmler's Fourth Reich - SS Assets Saved in Global Conspiracy
In August 1944, as the Battle of Normandy raged, a secret meeting was held in Strasbourg by a cabal of senior SS officers and German industrialists. The meeting was ordered by Heinrich Himmler himself - its purpose - none other than to save German industrial wealth from the Allies and to lay the foundations for a postwar Fourth Reich, with Himmler as its leader. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'SS-1: The Unlikely Death of Heinrich Himmler' by Hugh Thomas, (Fourth Estate: 2002) - 'Nazi Billionaires: The Dark History of Germany's Wealthiest Dynasties' by David de Jong, (William Collins: 2022) - 'Revealed: The secret report that shows how the Nazis planned a Fourth Reich ...in the EU' by Adam Lebor, EW-Pa 128 report, 8 November 2009 - 'Nazi Gold by Ian Sayer & Douglas Botting, (Granada Publishing: 1984) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Moonik; Dormskirk; Sith Coolive; Matti Blum; Joerg Zaegel
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-07 17:59:53
Betraying the Lienz Cossacks - Operation Keelhaul 1945
In 1945, Britain deported over 50,000 Cossacks to the Soviet Union, these men having served the German Army. This was in spite of agreeing not to do this. The Cossacks at Lienz, Austria resisted, but the British Army used violence to force them onto trains to the Soviet sector and an uncertain future. Operation Keelhaul has become a notorious British crime. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'Operation Keelhaul' by Julius Epstein, (Devin-Adair Company: 1973) - 'The Last Secret' by Nicholas Bethell, (Andre Deutsch Limited: 1974) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Europas Wanderdorfer; Bundesarchiv
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-06 16:27:38
Did German Commandos Raid England?
It has been reported that German commandos raided mainland Britain to assault radar stations - are these reports true? Did German soldiers actually land in England? Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Russ McLean
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-03 17:04:08
Iran's Top Guns - The Last F-14 Tomcat Squadrons
Iran is the only nation still using the F-14 Tomcat, the fighter made famous by the 1986 movie 'Top Gun'. Find out how Iran obtained these US planes and why they are still in service 50 years later in 2024. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'The Spies and Arms Smugglers Who Kept Iran’s F-14 Tomcats Flying' by Stephen Witt, Popular Mechanics, March 2, 2023 - 'How Is Iran Still Flying Top-Gun F-14 Tomcats?' by Kris Osborn, US Navy News, June 15, 2023 - 'Iran Flies the F-14 Tomcat Fighter Like in Top Gun: Maverick' by Maya Carlin, The National Interest, October 1, 2024 Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; US Navy; Israeli Defense Force
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-01 17:48:31
War Prize! The German Plane All Allied Leaders Wanted
There was one WWII German plane that all Allied leaders had to have - the Fi-156 Storch. Find out why here... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; AlfvanBeem; debbie62140
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-30 18:18:35
Flags of Fear - Nazi Leaders' Personal Standards
They flew from headquarters, cars and trains - personal standards, specially-created flags for the leaders of Nazi Germany, all very different from each other and each with a story to tell. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Conay; Edoardo Cavaleri; Bundesarchiv
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-27 16:59:17
Operation Himmler - Nazi False Flag Used To Justify Invading Poland
On 31 August 1939, the SS launched a false flag operation by attacking Gleiwitz Radio Station dressed as Polish soldiers - the reason was to give Hitler the justification he needed to invade Poland. This is the full story of both how Hitler came to attack Poland, and how he resorted to a false flag mission codenamed 'Operation Himmler'. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'The True Story of The Man Who Started the War' by Gunther Peis, (Popular Library, 1962) - The Mammoth Book of the Third Reich At War, edited by Michael Veranov, (Robinson Publishing Limited, 1997)
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-23 19:10:26
Last Luftwaffe Mission - June 1945!
Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra ➼ https://nordvpn.com/markfelton It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! In June 1945, six weeks AFTER the German surrender, the last official Luftwaffe operation was mounted! Here is the largely unknown account of that extraordinary last mission by the wartime German Air Force. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'The last operational flight of the Luftwaffe' by Jacek Domanski, Afterburner: The Aviation Magazine, 29 June 2024 - 'Dornier Do 24 Units' by Peter de Jong (Osprey: 2015) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-19 17:47:04
Messerschmitt 109 Found In Frozen Lake!
In Northern Russia, many Axis and Allied plane wrecks abound, not least in the cold lakes of the region. One of the best preserved had lain submerged for 61 years, and when raised to the surface, was still in excellent condition. This is the story of "Red 6". Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Alan Wilson; Tomas Del Coro; Dustin May; Sussex Express; Wings of Victory Foundation
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-16 18:08:21
Hitler's First 'Foreign Hero' - Dutch SS Knight's Cross
In early 1943, the first foreigner was awarded Germany's highest war decoration, the Knight's Cross. This is the story of anti-tank gunner Gerardus Mooyman, the Dutch teenager who became a Nazi propaganda icon. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bruce Marvin; A. Nilssen Photography; Gary Todd; Michielverbeek
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-12 18:36:05
Thanks to War Thunder for sponsoring this video. Click the link and claim your bonuses: https://playwt.link/markfelton Did Adolf Hitler own a huge cattle ranch in Colorado? Sounds like nonsense, but many people still believe that he did. Find out the truth of this intriguing story here... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Dar Golan; Ghilarour; William L. Farr; Aualliso; Jeffrey Beall; Redafs Music
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-08 17:24:41
The Road Made of German Helmets
Sounds like a made-up story - think again! After WW1, the British built a road from tens of thousands of captured German steel helmets in the town of Croydon, south of London. And it's still there today... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Australian War Memorial; Pafcool2; Emir Curt
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-05 19:00:10
Upcycling Nazi Germany - Postwar Civilian Re-Use of Military Kit
In this fascinating video, we examine how desperate Germans in the immediate postwar period adapted weapons and military equipment into household items, such as kitchenware, creating some very clever 'upcycled' products. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Pankow Museum; Ebay; Militarische Antiquitaten Emig; Hermann Junghaus; Alles-Leih; RenseNBM; Ben Paulos; Stadtgeschischtliches Museum Leipzig; NDR; Wolfmann; Smalls Auctions; KunigaNBM; Anagoria; Black Cat; Fritzandbrits
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-03 17:18:07
German Panzers Did Invade Britain!
Many people don't know that a German Panzer battalion did land successfully in Britain, launching an 'occupation' of a part of Wales. Think I'm making it up? Think again... Many thanks to viewer Adrian Parker for suggesting this fascinating topic! Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Steve Fareham; British Army
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-01 18:46:23
Mahatma Gandhi - Combat Soldier?
Mahatma Gandhi was world famous for his efforts to achieve Indian independence from the British Empire, but did you also know that Gandhi was a soldier, twice, seeing action WITH the British Army in Africa and receiving medals for that service. Find out the full story here... Special thanks to viewer Nicholas Raphael for suggesting this topic. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-30 18:38:32
Hitler's Private Library Hidden in America
At two locations in the United States are hundreds of books from Hitler's personal libraries at his Alpine home, his Munich apartment and the Reich Chancellery in Berlin. Very rarely examined by historians, many contain Hitler's hand-written annotations and opinions. How did these collections end up in the US and what kinds of books was Hitler reading? Subjects range from military histories to eroticism and the occult. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'Hitler's Forgotten Library' by Timothy Ryback, Atlantic Monthly, May 2003 - 'Hitler's Library', Ambrus Miskolczy, (Central European University Press: 2003) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Filetime; Carol M. Highsmith; Raul654
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-26 18:52:44
Himmler Attacks West 1945 - Operation Winter Solstice
In late 1944, Himmler was made an army commander and in January 1945 launched his first military campaign in the West against the US & French armies in Alsace. This is the forgotten story of Operation Sonnenwende or Winter Solstice. For my detailed video on the Battle of Herrlisheim click here: https://youtu.be/86K0ncTkAkA?si=LvXmxyEYUZAq1M_t Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - United States Army in World War II - European Theater of Operations, Riviera to the Rhine, Jeffrey J. Clarke & Robert Ross Smith, (OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF MILITARY HISTORY, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, WASHINGTON, D.C., 1993) - Operation Nordwind 1945, Steven J. Zaloga, (Osprey: 2010) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-24 16:57:19
In July 1944, during the Battle of Normandy, a controversial tank action took place outside the town of Saint Lo. Did a single Panther tank commanded by noted tank ace Ernst Barkmann take on and defeat a US armoured column containing 15 Sherman tanks? Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-21 17:55:36
Did German Paratroopers Land in England?
It is a question that has often been asked since WW2 - you may be surprised by the truth! For an in-depth examination of a German wartime spy mission to England, please visit: https://josefjakobs.info/story-of-josef-jakobs Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Primary Source: 'German Spies in Britain,' After The Battle, No. 11, 1976 Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Giselle Jakobs; Askild Antonsen
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-19 18:31:19
Göring's Flying Mailman Lands in England!
At the height of the Battle of Britain in August 1940, a very strange enemy aircraft turned up on the English south coast...and landed! - find out the full story here... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Jim Sheach; Christine Matthews
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-17 18:12:36
Last King Tiger Attack West - March 1945
As the US 3rd Armored Division fought its way towards Paderborn in late March 1945, trying to complete the encirclement of the Ruhr Pocket, one of its task forces was ambushed by a King Tiger battalion. In the resulting battle, King Tigers managed to smash up most of the task force and ended the action with the tragic shooting that took the life of the 3rd Armored's popular commander, Major-General Maurice Rose. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; TheMSsoundefects.
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-13 18:10:55
Operation Snowman - Unknown German Ardennes Support Attack Netherlands 1945
Operation Snowman was a mysterious German bridgehead operation over the Meuse River in the Netherlands at the junction with the British and Canadian armies joined, launched the same day, 1 January 1945, as Operation Nordwind in Alsace-Lorraine. According to German propaganda reports, Snowman was a support operation, like Nordwind, for the stalled German Ardennes Offensive. Working from German and British records and Dutch local histories, what can we make of Operation Snowman? Was it intended to have been used to launch a bigger German attack into the Netherlands? Join me, as I examine the possibilities and how the bridgehead was eliminated. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'Der Kriegsberichter des im Westen, Alex Schmalfuss meldet: 8 Januar 1945' - 'Der Kriegsberichter des im Westen, Brückenkopf in Wanssum, Martin Swoboda meldet: 9 Januar 1945' - War Diary, 1 Suffolk Regiment - January 1945, WO 171/5277, National Archives (Public Record Office), Kew - War Diary, 3rd/4th County of London Yeomanry - January 1945, desertrats.org.uk - 'Well in der Tweede Wereldoorlog' by Jacques Naumann, (Venray: 2008) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Dormskirch.
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-08 18:29:13
The People Still Living in WW2 - Wartime Prefabs 2024
A few hundred people still live in WW2 - that is, they live in accommodation designed as short-term emergency housing in response to German aerial bombing. But almost 80 years later, these humble houses are still in use. I found one of the largest collections of these houses still remaining - join me for an exploration! For more information and an interactive map showing surviving prefabs, visit the Prefab Museum: https://www.prefabmuseum.uk Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; The Prefab Museum; zaphad1; Gaius Cornelius; Chemical Engineer; Deb; Le_Deluge
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-05 16:56:56
Kidnap the Queen's Daughter! Gunfire Outside Buckingham Palace
In 1974 an attempt was made to kidnap a senior female member of the British Royal Family. In dramatic scenes, shots were fired outside Buckingham Palace as a diabolical kidnap plot was narrowly foiled by police and brave bystanders. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Ank Kumar; Michael Murphy; The Gazette
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-03 17:03:28
My Brush With the IRA - The 1989 Colchester Bomb
In November 1989, my hometown of Colchester was targeted by the IRA. Find out the full story here... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Colchester Gazette; Jeanne boleyn; Mark Murphy; Vauxford; Ted Quackenbush; Robert Wilson
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-08-01 18:13:59
Nazi Saboteurs USA - Three Missions Landed By U-Boat!
German servicemen landed in North America four times in WW2, each time from U-boats. Two of those operations, Pastorius and Elster, saw teams of German saboteurs and spies loose inside the United States, hunted by the FBI. Discover the thrilling full story here... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - Michael Dobbs, 'Saboteurs: The Nazi Raid on America', (New York: Knopf, 2004) - Eugene Rachlis, 'They Came to Kill: The Story of Eight Nazi Saboteurs in America', (New York: Random House, 1961) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; SimonP; Google Arts & Culture; Ken; Chris6d; Hansons Auctioneers
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-29 19:00:10
Did A German General 'Save' Paris? The True Story of the 1944 Liberation
What is the true story of the liberation of Paris in August 1944. Did a German general really save the city from destruction that was ordered by Hitler? In this video, we try and separate truth from historical fiction. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; MySociety; Gerd Eichmann
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-24 17:14:26
Hermann Göring's Marshal's Batons
Thanks to War Thunder for sponsoring this video. Click the link and claim your bonuses: https://playwt.link/markfelton German WWII field marshals followed the old practice of carrying special batons as part of their rank. Hermann Göring, head of the Luftwaffe, had two such batons, as he held two different high military ranks. They were incredibly expensive to make and are worth a fortune and both survived the war. Find out their full story here... Special thanks to the following people for photographs/film: Michael Harrison; Jim Wiggins; Chris W; Duruk Karaoglu; Michael Gerring; Jeremy Dooley; Brad Kaiser; Chris Aufdembrink; Will K; William Portwood; Jeff Smith; Ryan Guist. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; 10 Downing Street; Barabbas1312; Mikkeli City Museums; Sydney Morning Herald; Rama
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-21 18:14:31
Falklands Fighter With Combat Kill - Sharkey Ward's Sea Harrier
In a small regional UK museum is a Sea Harrier with a fascinating history - flown in combat during the 1982 Falklands War, piloted by one of the top-scoring naval aviators of that campaign, Nigel 'Sharkey' Ward, and used by him to successfully destroy an Argentine Dagger. A rare machine indeed! Discover the full story here... Please visit the Norfolk & Suffolk Aviation Museum website and consider donating to help support preservation efforts: https://www.aviationmuseum.net Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Andrew P. Clarke; Royal Navy Thumbnail: A. Tooby
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-18 20:36:02
Top 10 WW2 Japanese Planes & Weapons - UK Museums 2024
Thanks to War Thunder for sponsoring this video. Click the link and claim your bonuses: https://playwt.link/markfelton From planes to tank and artillery guns, tucked away in several major museums are some very rare WWII Imperial Japanese Army and Navy weapons. Here are my Top 1o picks. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Max Smith; Tony Hisgett; Shioriri; Mlanni98; PHGCOM; High Llewelyn; ozz13x; Roland Turner; Fairlight; Wings Aviation Museum; Error; me; Kevin Ryder; Murgatroyd49; James Street; Michael Voss; Luke Peternel; Greg Goebel; Alan C. Kirby; AMN Tour; Pacific Wrecks
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-16 17:47:23
Lone Wolves vs. The President? Last THREE Attacks Before Trump
The July 13th 2024 attack on President Trump is only the latest in many assassination attempts made on US Presidents and presidential candidates throughout American history. In this video, we examine the last three attempts made before that of Trump, when assassins used firearms to try and murder Presidents Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; California State Archive; Andre m; FOX52; The White House; NoeHill; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library; Daniel Hume Kennerly; Dorea Mehouer for Voice of America; Winged Brick; New York Post
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-12 18:52:18
Bloodbath in Baghdad - Murder of Iraqi King & The Rise of Saddam Hussein
On 14 July 1958, a terrible massacre occurred in Baghdad, capital of the Hashemite Kingdom of Iraq. The death of the Iraqi king and his family would usher in a long period of political instability and lead eventually to the rise of dictator Saddam Hussein, and two wars that would profoundly effect the lives of people all over the world. This is the story of the murder of King Feisal II and how it changed Iraq and the world forever. Special thanks to: Philip Eagleton; HRH Prince Osman Rifat Ibrahim; Colonel Timor Daghistani; Tamara Daghistani Sadoun Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - '‘Horrendous killing’ of monarchs ended Iraqi politics, says ex-Royal Guard', Alarabiya News, 11 October 2016 - 'Rehab Palace massacre and the ghost of the King of Iraq who returned to haunt his killer to death', Ayad Attar, Kaboss Nightmare - 'Assassination of Feisal II', Susan Flantzer, Unofficial Royalty, 2023 Credit: Daniel Stanley
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-09 21:53:48
The Lord of the Bling: Göring's Diamond Gift Badge
In 1935, Hermann Göring created a special diamond-studded, gold and platinum award to be given to very select Luftwaffe leaders and also foreigners and other German leaders. Today, these badges are worth a small fortune. This is the story of the Combined Pilot/Observer Badge in Gold with Diamonds. Very special thanks to Rock Island Auctions for permission to reproduce their photographs. Please visit: https://www.rockislandauction.com Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: Scargill; Wolfmann; Pimboli DD; wcstumpmilitaria Sources: - 'OTTO SKORZENY’S PILOT-OBSERVER BADGE WITH DIAMONDS', Sept. 8, 2011, W.C. Stump Militaria - 'COMBINED PILOT’S AND OBSERVER’S BADGE IN GOLD WITH DIAMONDS', FELDGRAU - German Armed Forces Research 1918-1945 - 'Lot 1348: Very Rare Luftwaffe Pilot/Observer Badge in Gold with Diamonds', Rock Island Auctions, Dec. 8, 2013
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-06 17:18:14
Which Modern Plane Company Built Hitler's Luftwaffe?
Ever wondered what became of Heinkel, Messerschmitt, Junkers and the other WWII German aviation companies? Do they still exist today? Yes, they do, but in a surprising way! Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: LEJ.approach; Wojtech Felinski; Elizabeth Klimesch; gt moderne/classic; Maksim Savelev; Benbruch; Spotterblog; TG Aviation Spotter; Bvogl; AirWolfHound; Thomas Suess; Kogo; Olę Simon; TK Spotting; RamsQueTv
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-07-05 14:06:30
Ever wondered what those strange badges are that appeared on WWII Waffen-SS vehicles? In this video, we examine Himmler's use of ancient runes as mystical symbols for the SS, and what each major rune actually represented. For those who'd like more information about the fascinating subject of SS formation, uniforms and symbols,I recommend Robin Lumsden's comprehensive study 'The Allgemeine-SS', which was the primary source for this video. Visit Osprey to buy your copy: https://www.ospreypublishing.com/uk/allgemeiness-9781855323582/ Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: Wolfmann; Poeticbent; EtheyB; Julian P. Guffogg Sources: - 'The Allgemeine-SS' by Robin Lumsden, (Osprey: 1993) - 'The Order of the Death's Head' by Heinz Hoehne, (Penguin: 2000) - 'The SS: A New History' by Adrian Weale, (Little, Brown & Co.: 2010)
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-06-27 16:25:39
World's Most Valuable SS Helmet Found?
In a museum in New York is probably the most valuable SS steel helmet in the world - which infamous WWII leader once owned it, and how did it end up in the United States? Find out the full story here... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: The Guardian; New York Daily News; The Tribeca Trib; Narodin filmy archiv; Gerald Zchetner; Omaemona 1982; Daniela Wolf; Swedish Army Museum; Alexander Historical Auctions; The Field Artillery Journal; Ratisbons.
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-06-24 14:31:47
Who Awarded Winston Churchill WW2 Campaign Medals?
British Prime Minister Winston Churchill rightfully received a deluge of awards from Britain and other countries following WWII, including, perhaps less rightfully, no fewer than six British campaign stars and medals. Research shows that Churchill did not meet the award criteria for any of the six WWII medals, so how did he obtain them? Was Britain's most famous leader guilty of the modern misdemeanour called "Stolen Valour"? Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: GrafVonEbbell; Robert Prummel; Fdutil; Gentlemen's Military Interest Club; Imperial War Museum; Col. Andre Kritzinger
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-06-20 21:45:50
Start playing World of Warships: D-Day Special today: https://wo.ws/4bLryC3 Many thanks to Rock Island Auctions for kind permission to reproduce images. Visit their fantastic website here: https://www.rockislandauction.com Here are 10 Heinrich Himmler-associated pistols that Rock Island Auctions have sold in recent years - a impressive assemblage of high-quality German pistols from Sauer and Walther, many with fascinating WW2 back stories. Enjoy! Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel.