TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas)

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

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

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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.

Please follow me !

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

The Willys Jeep provided a revolutionary way of clearing rain from the windscreen.

I demonstrate very clearly this amazing technology whilst over in Normandy, on my way to Omaha Beach.

A little light relief amongst all this serious history.

Follow me for more of these videos!

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

The MG42 was developed with manufacturing efficiency in mind.

Manufacturing time was cut in half, from around 150 hours for the MG34 to just 75 hours for the MG42!
#ww2 #history #worldwartwo

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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!

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

Good evening guys!

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

Be one of our first 1,000 subscribers:
https://t.co/WDhGmyvTkd

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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!

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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!

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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

Testimony to History

Want to be a guest on the show?

Send me a private message!

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

Good morning guys!

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

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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.

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

Talking history on French TV!

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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

https://t.co/Pa5UdB5CCB

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

The MG42 fired 1,200 rounds per minute!

See the cases used to carry its spare barrels:

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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:

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

Have you watched PRESSURE (2026)?

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

10 out of 10 for me.

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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:

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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

James explains how he built his own German wartime vehicle:

[TheStandUpHistorian (Crispin Thomas) @CrispinThomas]

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: