Lessons in Reenacting | Ep. 14 | HBT Uniforms

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  • Опубліковано 28 лис 2024

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  • @russojap1864
    @russojap1864 Рік тому +5

    Not a WWII reenactor, but really appreciate the old music and how you make these videos in the WWII era style, very entertaining.

  • @timebaby3
    @timebaby3 Рік тому +12

    HBT's were indeed designed to replace the denim work uniform of the 1930's, but soldiers found them more comfortable as a field uniform for drill/PT (especially in warm climates). The early light shade was phased out mostly due to use in the Pacific, as the sage green stood out against the darker jungle terrain, so a darker shade was adopted to help blend in and not make soldiers deliberate targets. HBT's saw limited use in D-day, mostly due to supply issues getting them to the ETO in 1944, some Ranger and specialty units were able to get them, and some infantry units got partial sets (just shirts or pants), but by Market Garden, HBT's were becoming more common and saw use until the end of the war.

    • @huntclanhunt9697
      @huntclanhunt9697 Рік тому +2

      Lots of HBT pants were allegedly used for warmth over wools in winter

    • @Chris-pc1om
      @Chris-pc1om Рік тому

      @@huntclanhunt9697 That but also to keep out the wet when guys were moving Westward

  • @Historynerd0313
    @Historynerd0313 Рік тому +16

    Good to see you back

  • @sickfarce6275
    @sickfarce6275 Рік тому +8

    As a scale modeller and just general WWII buff I also really appreciate these extremely well made videos! Greetings from germany.

  • @eagles_can_fly
    @eagles_can_fly Рік тому +3

    Babe Wake up, new GI Guide episode just dropped

  • @timnavarrette3274
    @timnavarrette3274 9 місяців тому +1

    WW2 Marines are great! I was one of them Ca. Very grateful to have bin involved with WW2 reenactments. Bunch of great guys and gals!!!

  • @Gepedrglass
    @Gepedrglass Рік тому +3

    My HBT trousers are one of the best things I've ever owned. Always reliable when I need to help my mom with gardening, which is also the only practical opportunity I have to use em. XD

  • @reinaldogarcia70
    @reinaldogarcia70 3 місяці тому +1

    Fascinating , thanks for educating us all 😊

  • @SimonOfFortune
    @SimonOfFortune Рік тому +4

    Wasn't expecting this today. Good stuff!

  • @iamsteverogersakacapamerica041

    Fun fact there is a cc2 101st airborne hbt uniform in one of the museums in Normandy France

  • @josephbubash1662
    @josephbubash1662 Рік тому +1

    Everyone wake up there's a new gi reenactor episode!

  • @Greaser-zz7xo
    @Greaser-zz7xo Рік тому +3

    As per usual, awesome content! Thank you!

  • @owendavies5697
    @owendavies5697 Рік тому +2

    These are fantastic, please keep them coming 😊

    • @oOneenOo
      @oOneenOo Рік тому

      Agreed! Informative as well as entertaining. Very well done

  • @collector_n_things
    @collector_n_things Рік тому

    I really hope you see this comment but your videos are so good and they have really helped me figure out what to buy, they provide so much information in a fun and entertaining way thank you so much.

  • @Joltguyfn
    @Joltguyfn Рік тому +1

    Les go! another banger, as always!

    • @Joltguyfn
      @Joltguyfn Рік тому

      Also cool you included the smiley g i

  • @steveflorman9922
    @steveflorman9922 Рік тому

    Very nice! Another in a series of well made and informative videos. Thanks!

  • @nekokyun
    @nekokyun Рік тому

    JUST what I needed for today! What a blessing.

  • @Dietznut
    @Dietznut Рік тому

    Please post more of these i really enjoy them

  • @SteveMrW
    @SteveMrW Рік тому

    I love your short, sharp to the point informative video.

  • @Trash_Panda_97
    @Trash_Panda_97 4 місяці тому

    You guys gonna do more vids? Love your content!

  • @flash-thunder
    @flash-thunder Рік тому

    Awesome video! Keep up the great work.

  • @MrVintage.
    @MrVintage. Рік тому

    Nice its so awesome to see you guy back, you should post more ❤😅

    • @theusgireenactorguide1830
      @theusgireenactorguide1830  Рік тому +1

      We’re trying to upload as frequently as possible! Unfortunately, we have our own jobs and careers that can sometimes hold up the editing process

  • @Klaus_Zimmermann
    @Klaus_Zimmermann Рік тому

    I really hope you do follow through and make a video on the coveralls!

  • @NatheriteEdits
    @NatheriteEdits Рік тому

    Finally back!

  • @2009Berghof
    @2009Berghof Місяць тому

    Ever wonder how WWII re-enacting came to be? The answer is tucked in the back of the WWIIHRS founder's book, A BRIDGE TO TIME, A Re-enactor's Journey by T.J. Sotoropolis.

  • @salernototo
    @salernototo Рік тому

    Do you or any of the channel viewers know if the WWII issue HBT jackets from Spec PQD 45B and later ever came in a length other than Regular? I know the 1st pattern did have a Long size. If you're at least 6 feet tall and/ or wear a 34+ sleeve length, originals fit very short at the sleeves, even though the chest width is always oversized around 6-8 inches.
    Two suggestions for future videos. Is it possible to fill in black screen gaps with your new reenactment or original photos, or even a photo of the artist/ album for the song? Also narration is clear and paced well, but the volume and quality seems to modulate a bit between filmed portions and when still images are used. Looking forward to the next video, and bonus points for wearing mismatching shades.

    • @theusgireenactorguide1830
      @theusgireenactorguide1830  Рік тому

      Appreciate the Feedback! Unfortunately we don’t have an answer to your question, however we’ll certainly keep in mind the editorial recommendations you’ve made!

  • @treysmith8917
    @treysmith8917 4 місяці тому

    i also thought he use of the Camo HBT's were removed because when they were worn/ broken in they would fade white and or brighter

  • @NINJAoxz.
    @NINJAoxz. Рік тому

    Great video as always lads! Just bought myself and HBT and any info I can get is always nice. Just as a suggestion but maybe you guys could do a video on rations, toiletries, documents, and other small pack fillers? It’s an important thing not many talk about

    • @theusgireenactorguide1830
      @theusgireenactorguide1830  Рік тому +1

      That will definitely be a topic in the near future!

    • @NINJAoxz.
      @NINJAoxz. Рік тому

      @@theusgireenactorguide1830Fantastic! Can’t wait to see that and all the other videos you guys make!

  • @spm36
    @spm36 Рік тому

    Excellent..we're a 3rd armored group in the UK..most interesting

  • @FireMoose-1776
    @FireMoose-1776 Рік тому

    Hi could you do a video on a medical impression?

  • @someimperialfist1404
    @someimperialfist1404 8 місяців тому

    Huh, got mine from Amazon and they are pretty authentic, even coming with tags that date to the date of “making” depending on the shade of green. Cheap too for only $60 still being made out of the baumwolle cotton. With the 2nd pattern coming from rottennurg deutschland and the 3rd pattern coming from zwjpw.

  • @averyretodo8159
    @averyretodo8159 Рік тому

    Would be cool to mention the extensive use of HBTs by the WAACs but I know it’s probably further down the line. Either way excellent series keep at em.

  • @MilesORose-cm9jd
    @MilesORose-cm9jd Рік тому

    you should really make a video on ww2 dress uniform, think it would be appropriated!
    ps. love your vids, they’re great!!!

  • @tomdulski3729
    @tomdulski3729 Рік тому

    great video

  • @brentwhite7150
    @brentwhite7150 5 місяців тому

    Could you use these for korean war impressions too?

  • @BigusShrimpus
    @BigusShrimpus 5 місяців тому

    Will there be a guide about the pacific theater in the future?

  • @maclainherbers6373
    @maclainherbers6373 Рік тому

    Would you be willing to make a video on interwar impressions? I’m making a 1939 impression and am having trouble with it.

  • @bazzybaby
    @bazzybaby 6 місяців тому

    I’m starting to get into ww2 reenacting I ordered a us army infantry uniform that came with the dark green hbt pants I’m just curious if that is historically accurate

  • @FireMoose-1776
    @FireMoose-1776 Рік тому

    I know that the song in the intro is "Your in the army now" but does anyone know who made that specific cover?

  • @lunluntien
    @lunluntien Рік тому

    might i ask what's the music at begining?

  • @PJA264
    @PJA264 Рік тому

    ahhhh the most comfortable clothes I own

  • @scottdunkirk8198
    @scottdunkirk8198 10 місяців тому

    The funny thing is the HBTs were hot in the pacific and many of the ground crews wore their khakis to work in as they were cooler

  • @mikebrase5161
    @mikebrase5161 Рік тому

    That camo pattern is still better than the ACU.

  • @gucio7967
    @gucio7967 5 місяців тому

    hope someone make movie like this about usmc

  • @barneyfyfe8313
    @barneyfyfe8313 7 місяців тому

    Where is everyone getting G.I. boots? WWII Impressions and At The Front are out of stock with little or no chance of them coming back.

  • @barefoofDr
    @barefoofDr Рік тому

    What does HBT stand for?

  • @LenoJuanCarlos
    @LenoJuanCarlos Рік тому

    Your videos are great, an unbeatable presentation and setting, but...why don't they let you activate the subtitles? Or is it a UA-cam thing? it would reach more people.😢

  • @Gremthebeliever
    @Gremthebeliever Рік тому

    Nice stuff, long time viewer but recent subscriber, the effort put into these is great, can we have an episode on m1 helmet insignias such as what divisions painted insignias upon their helmets? Those situations where that as allowed? And what paint and such is best for authenticity?

  • @shotgunsteve93
    @shotgunsteve93 Рік тому

    The hip pockets on the 2nd pattern HBT trousers are quite possibly the worst pockets ever designed.

  • @bread_ley
    @bread_ley Рік тому

    SmWholesales do HBT & Frog Skins.

    • @theusgireenactorguide1830
      @theusgireenactorguide1830  Рік тому

      They do! However, they unfortunately only sell the Marine patterns and not the Army ones which are the topic of the video

  • @sethyboi5013
    @sethyboi5013 Рік тому

    hey hey

  • @jasonrusso151
    @jasonrusso151 10 місяців тому

    I can't find a repro 1st pattern other than SoF. I don't want to order from SoF due to the complaints of practically being robbed & then when you tell them about it they get rude tell you to go somewhere else. After they stole your $, lol. They kinda look like assholes in their advertising photographs looking all silly & frumpy.

  • @keithmcwilliams7424
    @keithmcwilliams7424 6 місяців тому

    Stop blacking out screen very anoying!

  • @danwallach8826
    @danwallach8826 Рік тому

    A minute in and no explanation of "HBT."
    Ya gotta unspool the acronyms.
    I'm out.