TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas)

TheStandUpHistorian is the West Country's leading World War Two enthusiast!

Bringing together educational and entertaining story-led sessions to you.

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Hey everyone, it's me Crispin Thomas - The StandUpHistorian...

And I'm now OFFICIALLY on X!

I'm the West Country bloke who brings World War Two history to life with proper storytelling and impactful videos.

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Good evening guys!

Please help us grow and join the Desert Dispatches YouTube community.

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The Bren Mk II: its 30-round magazine ran out fast, but British troops loved this WWII classic!

What do you think?

If you love my content, please like my video and follow along!

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I visit Dallas Auto Spares in Newbury: specialists in Jeep parts.

There’s a fascinating cutaway Jeep that reveals the ingenious design of Karl Probst’s original creation in incredible detail.

If you enjoy my military history, follow me here on X: @CrispinThomas - thanks guys!

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If you love WW2 history, why not visit my podcast channel on Apple + Spotify!

Testimony to History

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Good morning guys!

I meet 'Monty' for a chat and then we have a lovely cup of tea!

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Good evening guys! I had a great day at the Dallas Dig Out in Newbury, hosted by Dallas Auto Spares.

It’s a fantastic military jumble, with everything from military clothing and weapons to, most importantly, vehicle parts!

Next event: 3 Jan 2027.

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Talking history on French TV!

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Guys, please support my channel growth and SUBSCRIBE to my Youtube page - I've got so much footage on WW2 history over there!

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The MG42 fired 1,200 rounds per minute!

See the cases used to carry its spare barrels:

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This hotel in NICE - SS HQ which processes 3000 Jews to Auschwitz in 1943 under Alois Brunner -watch

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Our WWII Jeep ANYTIME NOW lost her generator, clutch and a cylinder, but still got us home from Normandy!

A huge thank you to Marcus Bailey at MK Restorations for getting her back together and ready for the road again:

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Have you watched PRESSURE (2026)?

A brilliant portrayal of the run up to D-Day.

10 out of 10 for me.

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This hotel in NICE - SS HQ which processes 3000 Jews to Auschwitz in 1943 under Alois Brunner -watch

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Our WWII Jeep ANYTIME NOW lost her generator, clutch and a cylinder, but still got us home from Normandy!

A huge thank you to Marcus Bailey at MK Restorations for getting her back together and ready for the road again:

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Sea mines: 240,000 laid around the coast in the Second World War.

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If you can’t buy an original build your own !!

James explains how he built his own German wartime vehicle:

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I’ve found a fantastic WWII U.S. Army Medical Department first-aid kit, complete with its original-style metal carrying case and a fascinating assortment of medical supplies.

Items bear 1942 contract dates.

An incredible glimpse into history:

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Desert Dispatches is where Richard Pinches and I follow the North African Desert Campaign of WWII, from 1940 to 1943.

We explore Rommel, Monty, the soldiers, the major battles and the equipment that shaped this fascinating chapter of history.

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Desert Dispatches is where Richard Pinches and I follow the North African Desert Campaign of WWII, from 1940 to 1943.

We explore Rommel, Monty, the soldiers, the major battles and the equipment that shaped this fascinating chapter of history.

SUBSCRIBE:
https://t.co/WDhGmyvTkd

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I’ve found a fantastic WWII U.S. Army Medical Department first-aid kit, complete with its original-style metal carrying case and a fascinating assortment of medical supplies.

Items bear 1942 contract dates.

An incredible glimpse into history: