3 Key Sites at Old North Bridge on April 19, 1775 💥 THEN and NOW!

[@KatieTurnerGetty]

The New York Public Library has a high res scan of "The Engagement at the North Bridge, Concord" (along with the other 3 Doolittle engravings of the Battle of Lexington and Concord). If you download it in higher resolution, you can zoom in with your mouse and really get a good, detailed look!! Hours of fun! 😀 digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/510d47d9-7eaf-a3d9-e040-e00a18064a99

[@davestelling]

Love all maps, too!

[@WFMeyer]

Nice. I'm guessing the man down (holding a sword?) on the Patriot's side of the North Bridge is supposed to represent Acton's Isaac Davis, one of the first to fall.

[@analyzeit6882]

I hope that you come across this comment and can reply. I have done a lot of research on Militia, as it is a key element of "the Laws of the Union", and who exactly the Constitution commands are the authority to enforce our laws. You do, what appears to be, a tremendous amount of research. I spent months trying to find Militia statutes in NJ before I moved. No one seemed to know where they could be found, including the state Law Library. The people at the Law Library, you think they would know, directed me to some historic book stores. Even more perplexing is the fact that those statutes are still in force. I have tried to find them through FOIA requests, but I was denied in what was essentially a refusal stating that we're not going to do anything that we can claim we don't have to do. In fact, if you read many state statutes you will find that the state's governor must write the regulations for calling forth the militia. I received outright denials from two governors So, the question is, have you ever come across those statutes, and where did you find them? An example would look like this, taken from Virginia; •[1727, 1732, 1734, 1738, 1740, 1744, 1748, and 1753] “[U]pon any invasion of an enemy by sea or land, or upon any insurrection, the governor * * * have full power and authority to levy, raise, arm, and muster, such a number of forces, out of the militia * * * as shall be thought needful for repelling the invasion, or suppressing the insurrection, or other danger[.] (The wording notes that the Militia already exists, and if you read modern statutes, they are similar in wording.)

[@yperkin1016]

​@@analyzeit6882 We hope that its not....that NJ Governors didn't want...a citizen Militia....in their back yard ...under Their Cherry Tree?!

[@analyzeit6882]

@@yperkin1016 There is no such thing as a citizen militia in the U.S.A.. Militia in law, is a state Institution manned by able-bodied men capable of bearing arms that they themselves supply. You would not refer to marshals or sheriffs in the manner as being a citizen marshal or sheriff, but Militia has the same law enforcement authority, with the added responsibility of being soldiers when needed to defend the nation. This is not my opinion, but rather historically, judicially, and statutorily factual. Most recently, I was able to obtain the Pennsylvania statutes, provided to me by a state employee, who I might add was quite excited that he was able to find them.

[@plantfeeder6677]

I never have been more captivated by a New England accent in my life. I could listen to you read the phone book for hours. The fact you are doing this for us makes this that much more special. Thank you Katie. You're the best.

[@RM-je5qw]

Sounds like Lynn or Revere.

[@JLange642]

Not to mention that Katie is very easy on the eyes as well!

[@sombra6153]

I’m just glad there are still younger people who stand guard over this history and present it so eloquently with great enthusiasm!

[@dowdawg]

I never enjoyed history so much!! Drawering…. I love it !!

[@PhilipLongee-vw8jf]

Concawd!!

[@interianesq]

Makes me miss living in New Haempshear.

[@michaelbean5312]

​@@PhilipLongee-vw8jfCongkid

[@usnchief1339]

I know! I wish my history teachers were this.....interesting :)

[@95thFoot]

@@PhilipLongee-vw8jf Hey- That's Cahng-kid ta you, bud!

[@charlescorris3469]

Not only the content of the video is good. Your presentation is clear and precise. Very enjoyable to watch…

[@michaelpina1858]

I live in California, but I grew up in Taunton Ma , it’s so nice to have the history of Massachusetts told by you with your wonderful accent! 🥰

[@spikespa5208]

Just discovered your channel today. Have only visited the area twice in my life , (from CA). Just love your enthusiasm, knowledge, ....... and that accent!

[@patjohnson3100]

It has been decades since I have been to this wonderful historic site. The level of detail in your videos adds a great deal to our knowledge and appreciation. Please never lose your accent.

[@SunnyJoinAZ]

You are awesome! Many years ago while attending a high school in Ireland, I met a true history professor…..and he changed my life and love of history. So much so, that I majored in it as I attended college back in the states. He was interesting, animated and told the back story. I truly believe if more teachers took that approach more students would be yearning for the knowledge. Thank you Katie for your zeal and enthusiasm! I hope you inspired current and future teachers and wish they would show your videos in their classrooms.

[@americafirst3562]

What an excellent American Revolutionary history channel! Keep up the great work

[@vffemt83]

My 6th Great Grandfather Moses Abbott was a 1st Lieutenant at the bridge. He took command of his men after his superior Captain Wilson was killed at Merriam's Corners. His men also chased the British back to Boston.

[@debbie9929]

Love it. Just so fascinating to hear the connections we all have with our history, and what a history it is.

[@tbenedict6335]

One thing to read about history but to be standing there is outstanding. Brings about understanding that no book or telling of can do. Thank you

[@gregorysullivan4554]

Ah...my hometown...my Dad used to take me and my younger sisters on historical tours every tuesday(they were half days for a little while), they were so much fun..just so we new about the town we came from...my Dad grew up in Brighton and he used to hop the train when he was a kid and hang out at Walden pond...thanks for the detailed history!

[@joepeters5796]

Absolutely love the enthusiastic, thorough adventure ♥️

[@halnywiatr]

The Doolittle / Earl pictures illustrate how much more open the terrain was in 1775. Substantially fewer trees meant that the sight lines and vistas were wider and deeper.

[@krockpotbroccoli65]

And before the colonists began settling the area in the mid 17th century, the area was a primordial old growth forest. The massive white oak trees were used for structural timbers of houses that stand to this day.

[@riff2072]

Hey Katie, A Siege of Boston series would be cool. Thanks

[@Vet-7174]

Welcome Back Katie !! Good Video ,🇺🇸

[@ErsatzMcGuffin]

Love these 'field trips'. Kinda makes it feel more real. Not a big fan of war but your insights and knowledge make this war fun. Thank You !

[@ct6088]

Grear video Kate!

[@dougwatt6303]

From a Canadian in Alberta, thank you! You fill in the details missing from most history books. Cheers!

[@OverlandOne]

Please keep up your excellent work teaching Americans about our history and the founding of our great country. You make history come alive and bring it to us as if you were a time traveler hiding in the bushes witnessing these great events. You take us back in time as if we too were there. I look forward to each and every video you produce. Thank you.

[@middleamerica646]

My gosh. Your enthusiasm brings the history alive.

[@jimmeade2976]

Another interesting video, thank you. Your Bostonian accent lends a unique sense of realism to the North Bridge area.

[@fredg5390]

As always a fantastic educational video. As a Revolutionary War buff way out in WA State, you are bringing so many historical sights to life, great job and Thank-you, please don't stop.

[@alanconnors8881]

Thank you Katie. Well done. Love the painting depicting the historic bridge and surrounding area.

[@daveh9521]

I was a BU student back in 1975, and was at the Bridge to see Gerald Ford lay a wreath at the obelisk. So many people, I thought the bridge might collapse, and the crowd on the "people's side" covered the hill all the way back up to the house! I learned back then that the bridge is not in its original location, but had been moved before 1800 and completely rebuilt. It was a great time to be in Boston for all the Bi-Centennial things going on. I grew up in NJ and live in Morris County, not far from Washington's Headquarters. Such a fun video!!

[@95thFoot]

The present bridge is in the same location as the bridge of 1775.

[@seonewport363]

that was a lot of fun and love these interesting details, that we cannot normally find.

[@hsmd4533]

What a great video! This is the first time I’ve watched your channel. Thank you for a delightful tour without goofy music and memes…just facts. I loved it!

[@87niner]

Thank you for this awesome video!

[@Sonny_Eclipse]

Hi Katie, I had April 19 marked on my calendar waiting for a new post from you, and you didn’t disappoint me, although a day late😊

[@andrewpotter2285]

Fun,informative and great editing 👋🏻🎩

[@davidgold5961]

Katie, you would be most welcome in Charlotte, North Carolina. As a Bostonian, I have studied colonial history - there is a rich colonial history down here. We even hand-wrote four copies of a Declaration of Independence, which was published in 1775, approximately one year before the more famous Declaration of Independence. There is only one copy of this original left.

[@ericrabinowitz6390]

Love this video. What infectious enthusiastic energy! You are clearly having a great deal of fun and it pours out of the video. Of course I'm subscribed; I can hardly wait for the next one. ❤

[@JoeL-gl5ie]

These videos are spectacular. More informative than the Park ranger tours.

[@kevindecoteau3186]

My adventure ears too, welcome back.😃 On some warmish Sunday afternoon I'm going to go visit this bridge, and stand in history. It's about an hour from where I live.

[@Steve-qt9ce]

Thx Katie, you're a true blessing. America is starved for education on the first milita men to lay their lives on the Altar of Liberty❗🇺🇸❤

[@troykauffman3963]

Hi Katie, another absolutely wonderful video. Love how you presented the adventure. Keep up the great work, thank you. 🫡🇺🇸

[@michaelchesny656]

Your detailed videos help one to see the neighborhoods where a profound change for the better came into the world. Not a word in excess, and nothing left out. Thank you, Katie.

[@rickiovine2170]

I appreciate how hard you work to present these visuals on what I consider the most transformative time in the creation of our nation. I have read so much on our fight for independence, which, of course, officially began in Lexington and Concord. Everything I have learned about the battle was in print, with a few sketches from that time period. Katie, what you have given to me (and many others) is visuals at the actual site. I can watch them and listen to your wonderful voice overs and be completely absorbed in the occurrences of that historic day. Thank you, Katie, for a job well done. I look forward to your future videos.

[@thomasschofield6633]

Wicked good history videos!

[@adambegin8529]

I have resided in Concord for the last 24 years. I love your fun and friendly channel! I am learning a lot! Thank you Katie!

[@badgerbusiness9059]

Thank you Katie!

[@bravo2_0]

I love our action adventures with Katie!

[@thatsthewayitgoes9]

Like , “ Then and Now “. I love this! I’d be amazed if there’s anything recognizable. But anxious to watch this. !

[@frankquevedo6001]

I throughly enjoy watching, and listening to your programs. They always remind me to re-watch ‘DRUMS ALONG THE MOHAWK.’ Thank you!

[@williamfarrens7046]

Katie, very interesting content. Your enthusiasm about the Events of the revolutionary war is what keeps me glued to the video. Thank you for sharing all the details surrounding the events that you are educating the rest of the country on.

[@jeffreysmith4304]

You do a Great Job TY Saratoga & Ft Ticonderoga aren't that Far Away from you I'd love to see you take a "Fieldtrip" to these Battle Sites

[@SmedleyDouwright]

It is pre-revolutionary war, but there is a good KZbin documentary on the Siege of Fort William Henry in that area.

[@ericwieboldt7042]

"Cause chevy didnt make a 327 in '55. The 327 didnt come out till '62. And it wasn't offered in the Bellaire with the 4-barrel carburetor till '64. However, in 1964 the correct ignition timing would be 4 degrees before top dead center" -Ms Vito Great video. I really enjoyed it and ill be back for more. Keep up the great work

[@JeffreySchieding]

Thank you again, Katie, you're a gem.

[@curtishavron728]

Love the channel!

[@DriftWorn]

O MY GERSHHHH! Don't ever stop. You ARE so amazing at this!!!!!!!

[@bigmike9665]

4 generation west coast here. Been getting into my wife and i genealogy and to my surprised i found my ancestors have a strong connection to New England up until the 1840s. I took one short trip out there to see some of my ancestors old stomping grounds. I wish i had found your site beforehand. Especially this one on the North Bridge, which i did visit at the time. I plan to catch up on your great informative videos and do another trip out there. I fell in love with New England. Just dont think i could handle the winters. Thank you for your great videos.

[@mikeparker3865]

Thanks for another enjoyable and informative video Katie!

[@matthewfoley252]

This was such an interesting video, you do a great job Kate!!

[@matthewfoley252]

Your accent helps the videos tremendously! , sounds like my Auntie & cousin so much, my mom lost her accent maybe because she moved to CT & my Auntie stayed in Mass.... keep up the good work Kate😊

[@Fatherofheroesandheroines]

Since I learned of my British ancestor at Cocord and Lexington I learned that another ancestor was on the other side shooting from bushes near the bridge. He was the son of a cobbler but I'm still learning a little about him. Your videos opened up a search into my ancestry!

[@dennisswaim8210]

Thanks again for your video. It is so informative to see the actually battleground and the ole north bridge. Your guided tour is the next best thing to being there. Love your content, please continue to do these videos. ❤ from North Carolina.

[@johnczech7074]

Fascinating! Great job! Thanks beautiful lady!!

[@garyhooper1820]

Thanks for the tour .

[@usnchief1339]

Well done! Thank you! You're a national treasure.

[@90ForLifeTeam]

I really enjoyed the history and seeing where things happened thank you so much!

[@husafel]

Very interesting!

[@pervinmonster]

Love from Bolton Mass Katie😊

[@douggoss4855]

Love your adventures and attention to detail. Awesome!

[@thickwristmcfist3399]

So glad i found this channel! Super fun to watch and listen... Feel free to make longer form videos so we can really immerse ourselves in what you're teaching us! See ya next time!

[@KatieTurnerGetty]

I appreciate knowing that there is some interest in longer-form videos. Thank you! ☘

[@Vet-7174]

@@KatieTurnerGetty Definitely !!

[@davestelling]

Highly agree, longer videos - however, a tremendous amount of work!

[@ElmoUnk1953]

I was just there last week with my granddaughters school group. I rescued her Tricorn hat from the pod north of the Minute Man statue. Excellent presentation! I’ll be looking for more of your videos. 😊 We’re from Texas, love the accent. 😁

[@AndrewShank-tg9ge]

It's so interesting howmuch the site hasn't changed throughout the years. Love your videos!

[@steveowen7546]

Love your videos, and especially this type of "forensic" hunt for what remains. Thanks for taking time too bring these to us!

[@clay523]

Great segment! Excellent use and explanation of a beautiful primary source

[@johndeckelmann457]

Great video, Katie.

[@lawrenceflynn2447]

Hi Katie….after watching this particular video and others you’ve done I visited Concord MA yesterday and walked over the bridge. Can’t describe how rustic and beautiful this area is - thanks!

[@lincolnabc1]

“Adventure Pants”! Instant classic! I love it!

[@nathanfisher1826]

Thank you 😊

[@getoffenit7827]

Excellent!! No AI with a speech impediment to tell us about the battle..no 'stock images' very good presentation and an excellent tour.

[@getoffenit7827]

@@TeutonicNordwind read again what i said...yeah i know her accent is regional..im from that region i speak the same accent..its comforting to hear,im 10,000mi away from that region. I wasnt talking about her accent as a speech impediment...AI narration is all over youtube and it has a serious lack of proper speech..it has an impediment. Dont bother me again until you re-read my post....i know you didnt read the whole thing..if you had,You would not have responded as you did

[@neilwinchester9187]

Very good as always. Thanks!

[@maynardjeffers6605]

Enjoy so much watching your videos, can’t wait for more to come out 👍

[@jeffkillmeyer1517]

Wow! What a terrific presentation of our history! I love your New England accent!! Thanks!

[@michaelbdoherty]

Great video! You are always entertaining and enjoyable to watch .

[@careyrowland]

Thanks for the on-site explanation. I have been this area lately, and can now take a more-informed look when I am back in the Concord area. Keep up the good work!

[@Mikeman07825]

Great video again Miss Katie! Love your back stories as well. I hope to see you at next years 250 year anniversary - Mike in NJ

[@tnbigfoot5752]

Great content and very interesting! Good job Katie!

[@seandelaney9160]

Katie, you create the most immersive and informative videos!

[@timp1051]

I am so glad I found your channel. Another excellent and informative video.

[@tomy.1846]

Absolutely love your content & enthusiasm!!

[@JR-sq2of]

I just put on my adventure pants, out of the drawer next to the drawering on the wall. Subscribed, and gave you a thumbs up. Great video.

[@Jerry-fn5nx]

I just happened to stumble across this video. Being an amateur history buff. I love all things revolutionary war period and this video is very good. I will be watching more. Thank you for the great presentation and information. It's always interesting to see these places you only read about 👍

[@davem4193]

I've always loved seeing old cellar holes from that era. I come across them often in New Hampshire.

[@davestelling]

Like Charlie, Dame, & Waynos!

[@DianeFosberg]

Awesome work Katie !

[@Cabmaker]

Another great video, really enjoying these trips keep up the good work!

[@Jim_biis]

Katie this is great information! Thank you for all the details!!

[@davidmccarter3429]

Thank you! You enabled me to revisit scenes from a day trip I took to Concord when I was on Massachusetts doing research for my Ph. D. in history at the University of Iowa back in 1993. I love your enthusiasm for the Revolutionary period and that you used the Doolittle sketch in conjunction with video. One site that stood out to me was Meriam’s Corner, where the rebel militias were able to ambush the British regulars. Though it’s hard to see from pictures, when you stand there in person, you understand how vulnerable the regulars were at that point.

[@WFMeyer]

I really enjoy all your American Revolution content. It should be used in school. Were you filming there on the anniversary this past Friday? If so, it's kinda sad to see it so empty. Next year is the big one, The 250th Anniversary, and it's on a Saturday! I took my kids there for the 225th and that was a heck well done reenactment event. I also remember when Battle Road (where the Hartwell Tavern is) was a residentail neighborhood before the restoration.

[@majortree]

I was in the area on business way back in 1995 and had some time on a weekend to visit the Old North Bridge. Unfortunately, it was July and 95 degrees with humidity to match, which was more than my west coast nature could handle. I briefly walked around before retreating to the a/c of my car. Thanks for the more thorough tour than I got back then!

[@91Redmist]

Just discovered your channel. Very impressed with your very detailed knowledge of these Revolutionary War battles in that area. You give more information than a history book, and You've gained a new subscriber!

[@kwd3109]

What an enjoyable adventure! And so interesting thanks to your research and presentation. My 8 year old son loves to watch these videos with me. He wants to go back to the North Bridge now and see it again.

[@stevesomodi]

Love your efforts to bring history to life!

[@cW-jk1sw]

Thank you Katie

[@johncatdaddy8895]

This is a very nice video - very creative production, not to mention informative!

[@marymoar287]

Loved the video Katie!!

[@irish1209]

I love your videos! Excellent work! 😊 ~ a fellow Massachusetts native

[@alex4833]

Cool video :). It's so cool that the house in the drawing is still here (Old Manse). It's cool to see the drawing too and the details of it. It can be easy to overlook details, but I appreciate how you discussed and showed the details and how they look today :). I agree. The scenery is beautiful and I like the analogy of the jigsaw puzzle for the foundation of Captain Brown's home. Glad Captain Brown survived as well. I think it's cool too that Major Buttrick's house is still here too :). Awesome video again. As always, I think your enthusiasm is great. Have a nice week!

[@robr1656]

Thanks for this Great videos. Keep up the great work!