How Tall Were WW2 Leaders?

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Credits: US National Archives; Bundesarchiv

[pauljenkins]

We have no idea of Dr. Felton’s physical stature but we do know that he is a towering giant of modern military history.

[morningstar]

Napoleon was actually slightly above average height for his time. He looks short because he was often depicted with his Imperial Guard, who were required to be six foot at least.

[michaeltheknight]

Can we just appreciate how mark doesn’t have the fanciest editing, the prettiest effects, or the most high quality visuals, yet he still puts out some of the best history videos on YouTube?

[lucasriley]

Me: Scrolling through YouTube enjoying my morning
Mark Felton: Hey, you wanna know if you were taller than Hitler?
Me: Sure, why not?

[Hectopath]

Mark is the sort of guy who'd talk about the history of some rock found near the Thames for 10 minutes and still leave his audience interested

[MilitaryHistory]

3:54
Dude looks like he's just dropped the greatest roast of all time

[thenoobgameplays]

This is one of those questions that you'll die without needing the answer for, but after you see the question you'll need the answer for it.

[dontask]

Chiang Kai-shek being called “cash my check”, I don’t know why, but I’m just laughing and laughing at that one.

[Scottagram]

"Stalin ruled the Soviet Union with an iron fist"

Specifically the right fist, of course.

[altair]

“Cash my check” was in power until “Mouse C. Dung” threw him out. Enough said.

[jeroendesterke]

How the heck De Gaulle fitted in his tank as a commander is still beyond me.

[acurafillfilip]

My grandfather remembered lots of stories and jokes about De Gaulle:
Just after the Nazis surrendered, De Gaulle intended to visit Germany. As his staff car came up to Franco-German border he ordered his driver to stop. The tall general stepped out, looked intensely at the bombed out flat German landscape from his elevated position, turned back to his driver and said: I’ve seen all of it, François, you can turn the car around and drive back to HQ

[MikoyanGurevichMiG]

I can feel less bad being rejected and ignored on Tinder by knowing I'm taller than Stalin and Mussolini!

Thanks, Mark!

[sinistercrusader]

As a kid, I always imagined Stalin as this massive 6' 5" buff dude who scared people just by sight. Kinda strange how one of the most powerful and terrifying figures in history was much shorter.

[KnifeChatswithTobias]

I’d like to see a similar run down on the famous generals of WWII

[michaelhowell]

I've always figured Hirohito was short but seeing him on that horse makes him look even smaller since Japanese horses are pocket-sized.

[kallekangasmaki]

I was almost sad Mannerheim wasnt on this list. He was a pretty tall guy, at 187cm!

[Willigula]

Dr. Mark is like a chef that knows what special dish you would like before you do. His videos are as diverse as they are substantive. Entertaining education! That’s why I support him on Patreon!

[umyeah]

What a random but thoroughly interesting video.

[adambomb]

One thing I fine amazing is that FDR was wheelchair bound. The press was respectful to him and didn't spread it around. Talk about a different a time.