All of those injuries sustained in the 1st World War, and then he enlists in the WWII. Was a man! He had the sweetest face, in Dad's Army. It was fun to see him young and handsome, as well. And my word, what an interesting grave yard. Really old and gnarly.
I used to love watching Dad’s Army and still watch the re-runs. Arnold was so talented and we owe him a big thanks for his military service. A really interesting video, thanks Paul.
Absolutely loved Dads Army ,Loved the character private Godfrey was also very saddened to hear of Ian lavenders passing as well .Still now the whole team are together again . R.I.P Arnold , & All of the Dads army cast . God bless .
I've got the whole lot too. Remember watching the very first episodes with Mum and Dad in the early 60s. There were three lost episodes from the early series but they were remade using a new cast, about four or five years ago. They are pretty good I have to say but would have liked the originals. Timothy West played Godfrey. They're on dvd.
What a brave man in the two world wars. Good writer & a good actor, too. Thanks for telling his story. Loved him in Dad's Army. They don't make them like that anymore.
I love the film Ghost Train. I’ve seen a local drama group in Llanelli performing it too. A great story. He was an incredible person. I heard a radio programme about his life and it reduced me to tears. I loved him in Dad’s Army, a lovable character.
I absolutely loved watching dads army. My dad used to watch it, so I watched it with him. [Dad no longer with us😢] so anything to do with Dads Army is always a lovely reminder xx
Thanks again Paul.yes Arnold ridley who along with the rest of the troop/cast of dad's army. bought so much laughter into our homes in his role as Godfrey.so R.I.P Arnold and thanks for all the fun which will never be forgotten
I Really enjoyed this episode Paul, after watching your video.. I google his name.. and went back on TH-cam, I’m now watching The Ghost Train.. 1941 .. and the train service they are filming on.. is the GWR .. brilliant film.. ❤️
Paul, I love Dad’s Army and continue to watch it. I never knew about Arnold’s wartime service which contrasts his television persona. Thanks for a fabulous episode. Cheers, Bob
What he went through was incredible. If Paul's commentary had stopped at around 1920 one would have considered Arnold Ridley to have lived an adventurous life. Perhaps his experiences influenced the way he portrayed Private Godfrey.
Brilliant actor loved him in Dads army, my sister Dolly makes some lovely cucumber sandwiches. He had a very interesting life did Arnold Ridley. Thanks again Paul for a great vid. 👏🏻👏🏻
Paul, what can I say! Even unexpected grave visits you manage to do them so respectfully and the information you give is eye opening. Never knew he did so many things like writing and producing. He was the quiet member of the platoon but a huge character because of that. His constant referral to his sister Dolly always bought a chuckle 😊. A great gentle man surely missed. Thanks for your tribute to him and let's hope more people visit his grave. Thanks Paul.👍
I loved Dad’s Army, such a brilliant comedy. Arnold was a great man, I’ve watched The Ghost Train (1941 version) many times on TH-cam. I love your new introduction ❤️❤️🇦🇺🇦🇺
Literally legends , all the cast . One of the most stand-out well acted sitcoms of all time . Many happy memories, watching from the 70s up to the present day .
Great video Paul, What a life he had I saw on TV once that David Croft told him he might have to do some running about in Dads Army but in his case they would try and leave him out of that as much as they could in the series very nice tribute to him.
Thanks Paul great video loved all of them in dads army sweet little man and now we’ve lost Ian lavender as well another one to add to your list Paul when you can loved the intro take care much love ❤️😊
Fantastic video, what a guy. I was pleasantly surprised to find out all about him, an exciting life indeed. I love the new titles and music, just the right amount of spookiness. Thank you Paul.
Loved dad s army Paul loved them all in it. Very funny. And Paul my friend sue was in two or three episodes, and also was in are you being served, so bit excited your doing the gentle funny fab man. So go Paul N lee ,love new titles too. Love em. Also are you being served, some of them you should start on. Have a lovely coffee and a great day. Love from us Marie n Andrew. From Southport.
Thank you Paul. My husband has put this on our list of graves to visit. I didn’t know Arnold Ridley had been married three times. 😮 Incredible how many plays he wrote. I’m going to investigate a bit more about him now. Thanks once again.
Thank you so much for visiting Arnold’s final resting place.. incredible life lived and a hero .. So funny In dads army .. RIP Arnold .. David Croft & Jimmy Perry brought the best out of him 🙏 plus his writing -thanks for the info on that too.. keep up your good and interesting work ..keeping they’re souls alive and seeing how they lived they’re lives. Take care Paul 👍
Arnold was one of the nicest of the Dad's Army platoon all the young kids ran towards him just to have a chat😊. Even today Dad's Army is still being shown and shows what a class TV programme it was and is. Thanks again Paul for a great video 😊
Great video and love the new intro. My husband was telling me that he met the whole dads army cast when he was 5 or 6 and they came to visit his school for disabled people and he sat on John le mesuriers knee on the back of cpl Jones’ lorry. Only person missing was Arthur Lowe and they were all in character including mr hodges. Lovely people.
Evening Paul. Love the intro. What a man Arnold was , i never knew that his life was so full of service to country and his book and play writings. Yes his was very good in dad's army shame that with pikes recent passing theres no one left from the main cast .
Lovely clip regarding Arnold ridley...loved him in dad's army with all the other fine actors of such a great show...thanks for all your hard work paul😊
Hi Paul, I really like the opening video. Arnold Ridley what an amazing life he led I have to be honest I ]knew nothing about him until I saw your report, I wish he had taken the time to write his experiences down I think it would make interesting reading. Everyone's history is so fascinating. Thank you Take Care.
He was a brilliant actor loved himnin dad's army. Didn't realise he had done so much in his life he definitely had a full and interesting life. Very interesting story thanks Paul for sharing love from Holmfirth West Yorkshire ❤💙💚🩷💜💛🩵
Hi Paul ,I liked Arnold in dad’s Army ..he seamed a lovely soul ..it was really nice to see his grave …nice intro ,but i prefer the old one ..Thankyou Paul X💞
Hello Paul🙋♀️ Thank you for another interesting video📹 The only other thing I knew about “Arnold Ridley” he had written the Play “The Ghost Train.” I did not realise he had been a prolific writer. “Dad’s Army” was my Father’s favourite show. My Father had lived through the War, and he always said that “Dad’s Army” was so true to life...!!
Love the new intro it's awesome 😍 loved dad's army it was one of my dad's favourites and he played such a lovely character. Thank you for the very interesting video. What a lovely old cemetery I bet that church was wonderful back in its day.
A cracking tribute to the man who bought the character of Private Godfrey to life. Everyone in the Dad's Army bunch were brilliant and this man is no exception. He comes across as a kind, softly spoken, gentle, friendly and warm person. I hope the angels are taking good care of him up in heaven Goodbye Mr Ridley, we still miss you ❤ 😊
Brilliant video. Can't believe it's that long ago he passed away. I suppose while we keep watching these fantastic people in their TV shows they never really go away. I watched every episode of dad's army over Christmas again. All the characters seem like family in a way great actor and man. Thanks Paul 👍
Yes I remembered that Sammy used to watch it with me mom on a Sunday evening. Thank you for sharing that you take care. Keep safe all the family drive care 😊🧛🏻♂️
Love the new intro/outro👍 what an amazing man Mr Ridley was. Dad's Army was loved by all my family way back when. I loved hearing the history of this wonderful man x
me and my husband love watching dads army .don't have anything on tv anymore what's as good .sadly most all the best shows have gone. so have the actors rest in peace to all of them..
Thanks Paul for a great video I love Dads Army I have all of the collection on DVD And usually every so often make a trip to the Dads Army museum in Thetford And what a great man he was a fine actor and being in the war himself and going through all that in the war with all of those injuries R I P Arnald Ridley
I first saw Dad's Army on American PBS in the late 1970's (I think) and loved the show-particularly his character! Thanks for finding his resting place. Best regards.
He was always the quiet one in Dads Army. He did so much that i would not have known Paul. Thank You for another great video. The new into is spot on as well
RIP what a brilliant actor well talented playd a great part in dad's army big thanks for your services rest well 🙏 nice video poul as always respect top man 👨 👏 👍 🎉
The Dad's Army theme tune is like a big hug. It brings back so many memories of being a child and watching the show with mum and dad. R.I.P. Arnold.
Yes, exactly that: a big hug! Carefree times
Awww me too my dad loved dad's army it reminds me of Sundays at home in the 70s I miss the 70s and 80s what a time to grow up 🙏
All of those injuries sustained in the 1st World War, and then he enlists in the WWII. Was a man! He had the sweetest face, in Dad's Army. It was fun to see him young and handsome, as well. And my word, what an interesting grave yard. Really old and gnarly.
They ought to have that classic show on endless repeat every few years. What an ensemble cast. Ian lavender the last to go.
All complete now 😢....thankyou dads army ❤
Loved him in Dad’s Army! Such a shame that they are all gone now.
Brilliant actor only known for dad's army but did loads in his lifetime , well done Paul ❤
Thanks Paul he was a War Hero and a Good Writer and Actor brilliant in Dads Army R.I.P. Arnold
I used to love watching Dad’s Army and still watch the re-runs. Arnold was so talented and we owe him a big thanks for his military service. A really interesting video, thanks Paul.
We loved and still do love our British programmes here in Australia, Dad's Army is no different!
Absolutely loved Dads Army ,Loved the character private Godfrey was also very saddened to hear of Ian lavenders passing as well .Still now the whole team are together again . R.I.P Arnold , & All of the Dads army cast . God bless .
R.I.P. Arnold, I love Dad's Army and I have the whole collection on DVD. Thanks Paul
I've got the whole lot too. Remember watching the very first episodes with Mum and Dad in the early 60s. There were three lost episodes from the early series but they were remade using a new cast, about four or five years ago. They are pretty good I have to say but would have liked the originals. Timothy West played Godfrey.
They're on dvd.
I love Dad's army, when you're feeling low this is a nice hug. Well presented as always.
My grandad loved it had a barrel made saying dads army on it great memories
What a brave man in the two world wars. Good writer & a good actor, too. Thanks for telling his story. Loved him in Dad's Army. They don't make them like that anymore.
Loved him in dad’s army so funny.and he also did wrote Ghost train .
I love the film Ghost Train. I’ve seen a local drama group in Llanelli performing it too. A great story. He was an incredible person. I heard a radio programme about his life and it reduced me to tears. I loved him in Dad’s Army, a lovable character.
I went to school with Arnold Ridley’s grandson.
Saw Ghost Train at local theatre a few years ago. Very good.
Thought Arthur Askey had something to do with it??
I absolutely loved watching dads army. My dad used to watch it, so I watched it with him. [Dad no longer with us😢] so anything to do with Dads Army is always a lovely reminder xx
The great Mr Ridley!...waited for sometime for this one, loved him in Dad's Army. RIP
A real war hero who seemed such a lovely person. RIP Arnold and thank you for all the memories, great video thanks Paul👍
i was in his play The Ghost Train, years ago. A well written play
Paul thank you so much for going to visit Arnold he was a military hero and dads army is one of best comedies of all time
Huge Dad's Army fan, I was so looking forward to this episode. The new intro' is fantastic.
Thanks again Paul.yes Arnold ridley who along with the rest of the troop/cast of dad's army. bought so much laughter into our homes in his role as Godfrey.so R.I.P Arnold and thanks for all the fun which will never be forgotten
One of the best comedy's of all time cheers 😂
I Really enjoyed this episode Paul, after watching your video.. I google his name.. and went back on TH-cam, I’m now watching The Ghost Train.. 1941 .. and the train service they are filming on.. is the GWR .. brilliant film.. ❤️
Paul, I love Dad’s Army and continue to watch it. I never knew about Arnold’s wartime service which contrasts his television persona. Thanks for a fabulous episode. Cheers, Bob
What he went through was incredible. If Paul's commentary had stopped at around 1920 one would have considered Arnold Ridley to have lived an adventurous life. Perhaps his experiences influenced the way he portrayed Private Godfrey.
I think you could be right Geoff!@@geoffpoole483
Brilliant actor loved him in Dads army, my sister Dolly makes some lovely cucumber sandwiches. He had a very interesting life did Arnold Ridley. Thanks again Paul for a great vid. 👏🏻👏🏻
Paul, what can I say! Even unexpected grave visits you manage to do them so respectfully and the information you give is eye opening. Never knew he did so many things like writing and producing. He was the quiet member of the platoon but a huge character because of that. His constant referral to his sister Dolly always bought a chuckle 😊. A great gentle man surely missed. Thanks for your tribute to him and let's hope more people visit his grave. Thanks Paul.👍
I loved Dad’s Army, such a brilliant comedy. Arnold was a great man, I’ve watched The Ghost Train (1941 version) many times on TH-cam. I love your new introduction ❤️❤️🇦🇺🇦🇺
Thank You Paul
An excellent video of a man who suffered war injuries but came back
Fighting to entertain us
A lovely gentleman 🙏🏻
Loved his plays, but as you say it was Dad's Army that made him a household name. Love the new intro Paul.
Love the new intro, always loved Dad's Army.
Thank Paul love Dads Army……your new opening and closing titles are Brilliant
Brilliant actor. I loved him in dad's army. Still funny today.
Use to love watching dads army with my grandad loved Godfrey lol great new introduction too paul ❤
Loved him in Dad's army. Ghost train which he wrote was phenomenal
Love Dad's Army still makes me laugh after all these years ❤ Thanks Paul
he was a lovely funny man dads army was so funny and well made i think some was filmed near me in Thetford Norfolk
Yeah Paul, love your new intro. Another great actor. There are so many. Thank you Paul.
Like the intro. Interesting to hear about William Arnold Ridley. Thanks Paul x
I loved him in dad's army, looking forward to watching x
Brilliant show with amazing cast. Loved them all but Godfrey was always my favourite. ❤
Thank you!
ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO PAUL HE WAS GOOD IN DADS ARMY
WHAT AN AMAZING LIFE HE HAD LOVE YOUR NEW OPENING PAUL YOUR A CLASS ACT
R I P ARNOLD 🙏🥀
glad u r all together again loved dads army great comedy god bless u all rip ❤xxxxc
Literally legends , all the cast . One of the most stand-out well acted sitcoms of all time . Many happy memories, watching from the 70s up to the present day .
Another awesome episode i loved dads army :)
Great video Paul, What a life he had I saw on TV once that David Croft told him he might have to do some running about in Dads Army but in his case they would try and leave him out of that as much as they could in the series very nice tribute to him.
Thanks Paul great video loved all of them in dads army sweet little man and now we’ve lost Ian lavender as well another one to add to your list Paul when you can loved the intro take care much love ❤️😊
Thanks Paul great video and I love the new intro. Wow what a man, a war hero in two world wars, infinite respect. RIP Arnold.
The things you learn on here! War hero too. Absolute gentleman which shone through in his acting especially Private Godfrey. Thanks Paul 🤗 xx
Loving the new intro paul. He was a great actor helped make dad's army so successful.
Thank you Paul, that was a lovely tribute to Arnold Ridley. Loved Dad's Army when I was a kid 😊. Also, totally loved the new intro, brilliant job.
Thank you for sharing his life. Rest In Peace Arnold.🙏🇬🇧🌺
I think your new intro Paul is scary and slick. Liked it. Thank you. Good video too.
Fantastic video, what a guy. I was pleasantly surprised to find out all about him, an exciting life indeed. I love the new titles and music, just the right amount of spookiness. Thank you Paul.
Loved dad s army Paul loved them all in it. Very funny. And Paul my friend sue was in two or three episodes, and also was in are you being served, so bit excited your doing the gentle funny fab man. So go Paul N lee ,love new titles too. Love em. Also are you being served, some of them you should start on. Have a lovely coffee and a great day. Love from us Marie n Andrew. From Southport.
Great actor and by the way your new introduction is brilliant
Love the intro Paul. It showcases what you do very well. I did not know this gentleman but may he RIP🌹
Arnold Ridley, what an amazing and very brave man, and also a great actor. Thank you for the story about him, great video.
Brilliant video. Love the new intro!!
Thank you Paul. My husband has put this on our list of graves to visit. I didn’t know Arnold Ridley had been married three times. 😮 Incredible how many plays he wrote. I’m going to investigate a bit more about him now. Thanks once again.
Hi Paul, love your new intro !!!!! Enjoyed watching today, love Dad's Army ❤
Thank you so much for visiting Arnold’s final resting place.. incredible life lived and a hero .. So funny In dads army .. RIP Arnold .. David Croft & Jimmy Perry brought the best out of him 🙏 plus his writing -thanks for the info on that too..
keep up your good and interesting work ..keeping they’re souls alive and seeing how they lived they’re lives.
Take care Paul 👍
Arnold was one of the nicest of the Dad's Army platoon all the young kids ran towards him just to have a chat😊. Even today Dad's Army is still being shown and shows what a class TV programme it was and is. Thanks again Paul for a great video 😊
Great video and love the new intro. My husband was telling me that he met the whole dads army cast when he was 5 or 6 and they came to visit his school for disabled people and he sat on John le mesuriers knee on the back of cpl Jones’ lorry. Only person missing was Arthur Lowe and they were all in character including mr hodges. Lovely people.
Loved the new intro Terry's done an excellent job👍, never realised Arnold had done so much, sounds like he led an amazing life, RIP Arnold ❤🙏x
paul first class work as always keep up the good work sir
Evening Paul. Love the intro. What a man Arnold was , i never knew that his life was so full of service to country and his book and play writings. Yes his was very good in dad's army shame that with pikes recent passing theres no one left from the main cast .
Lovely clip regarding Arnold ridley...loved him in dad's army with all the other fine actors of such a great show...thanks for all your hard work paul😊
Hi Paul, I really like the opening video. Arnold Ridley what an amazing life he led I have to be honest I ]knew nothing about him until I saw your report, I wish he had taken the time to write his experiences down I think it would make interesting reading. Everyone's history is so fascinating. Thank you Take Care.
He was a brilliant actor loved himnin dad's army. Didn't realise he had done so much in his life he definitely had a full and interesting life. Very interesting story thanks Paul for sharing love from Holmfirth West Yorkshire ❤💙💚🩷💜💛🩵
Ps love the new intro ❤❤
Hi Paul ,I liked Arnold in dad’s Army ..he seamed a lovely soul ..it was really nice to see his grave …nice intro ,but i prefer the old one ..Thankyou Paul X💞
I only knew Arnold from Dads Army. I didn't realise of all of his other talents and service to his country. I've learned alot today. Nice one Paul.
What a great intro Paul,love it,and I loved dads army,what a cemetery as always respectful x
Great new intro Paul. Very professional! Love your work as ever.
This one is a beauty! A National Hero and Treasure! cheers! also loved the squirrel running over the grave 5mins 47secs! x
wow really like the start of your youtube paul 👍
Great new opening theme. Arnold Ridley was a very talented man little known until Dads Army, well deserved recognition for this video.
Hello Paul🙋♀️ Thank you for another interesting video📹 The only other thing I knew about “Arnold Ridley” he had written the Play “The Ghost Train.” I did not realise he had been a prolific writer. “Dad’s Army” was my Father’s favourite show. My Father had lived through the War, and he always said that “Dad’s Army” was so true to life...!!
Thanks Paul for sharing this one. Rest in peace Arnold Ridley 😢
Love the new intro. Thanks for doing dear old Arnold (William )😊
Love the new intro it's awesome 😍 loved dad's army it was one of my dad's favourites and he played such a lovely character. Thank you for the very interesting video. What a lovely old cemetery I bet that church was wonderful back in its day.
A cracking tribute to the man who bought the character of Private Godfrey to life. Everyone in the Dad's Army bunch were brilliant and this man is no exception. He comes across as a kind, softly spoken, gentle, friendly and warm person. I hope the angels are taking good care of him up in heaven Goodbye Mr Ridley, we still miss you ❤ 😊
What an awesome guy, great video paul
Hi Paul, loved your new intro and video
Dads Army is on Tonight, and Great old time Classic, as usual Great respects paid to a great actor...
We love all you do, you know us now , n go n cover some from on the busses especially my dad looks alike reg varney. Thanks Paul for it all.❤❤❤❤ xxx
Great video yet again paul, yeah he was brilliant in dads army, i never knew any of that about him mind, so interesting, love the new intro also 😀
Brilliant video. Can't believe it's that long ago he passed away. I suppose while we keep watching these fantastic people in their TV shows they never really go away. I watched every episode of dad's army over Christmas again. All the characters seem like family in a way great actor and man. Thanks Paul 👍
Yes I remembered that Sammy used to watch it with me mom on a Sunday evening. Thank you for sharing that you take care. Keep safe all the family drive care 😊🧛🏻♂️
Love the new intro/outro👍 what an amazing man Mr Ridley was. Dad's Army was loved by all my family way back when. I loved hearing the history of this wonderful man x
me and my husband love watching dads army .don't have anything on tv anymore what's as good .sadly most all the best shows have gone. so have the actors rest in peace to all of them..
Hi Paul love the new intro.another great vid.😊
Thanks Paul for a great video I love Dads Army I have all of the collection on DVD
And usually every so often make a trip to the Dads Army museum in Thetford
And what a great man he was a fine actor and being in the war himself and going through all that in the war with all of those injuries R I P Arnald Ridley
I have to admit I have never watched Dad's Army 😧..Beautiful Headstone ...Thanks for sharing Paul
I first saw Dad's Army on American PBS in the late 1970's (I think) and loved the show-particularly his character! Thanks for finding his resting place. Best regards.
He was always the quiet one in Dads Army. He did so much that i would not have known Paul. Thank You for another great video. The new into is spot on as well
Thanks Paul , new titles and music are great too
Its Beautiful To See The Old Boy Who Made Us Laugh Is Shared With Us All🧡Cheers Paul🍻
RIP what a brilliant actor well talented playd a great part in dad's army big thanks for your services rest well 🙏 nice video poul as always respect top man 👨 👏 👍 🎉
What a find, absolutely fantastic. I love Dad's Army
Well done Mr Paul on another great video and wow u did get good with that drone I almost got confused with the walking and the drone lol 😆