X ON THE MAP: The Ancient Cities of Indiana

The ruins of ancient cities, hidden in the woods of Indiana.
This is the story of how I found a nearly 150 year-old guidebook, in a university archive, and went on an adventure to find lost worlds. Eye-opening and intriguing, with places I’d never seen before. Come along for the ride!

[@owlfethurz8377]

I'm glad you haven't given up on creating your videos. I really enjoy them. Thanks for posting this, Roger. For those of us who are time-travelers in our imaginations.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

The documentaries take forever, usually a month or more. I’m hoping to do some travel videos that don’t take as long. 🙂

[@rogerscottcathey]

​@@AdventureswithRoger: Will your travels include New England? Thinking of what Barry Fell found carved on "fruit cellars", supposedly Runic script?

[@AdventureswithRoger]

@@rogerscottcathey I’ve been interested in the east coast curiosities, for years. Ancient stone walls, complex stone tombs, an unexplained “observatory”: lots to see. Haven’t got a story yet.

[@zRut]

Ladds mountain observatory ladds cave bartow co Georgia

[@MukesBoy]

​@@AdventureswithRogerYeah man don't stop doing this. If you remember me and my comments I'm born and raised in new Albany and I still live here and my family is old. I was a lot like you as a kid and teenager and I still am. I was just telling my GF how much of this state I've not seen. How many of these little towns basically villages that I've not seen. If you ever want any help at all with your research or writing I got you man no problem. I love this stuff and I'm a freelance writer anyhow. Just say the word

[@stacyellis5370]

The state of Indiana owes a huge debt to you, Roger! I'm sure I'm not the only one who can't wait to visit your state (after previously never giving it a thought!) and all because of your awesome films!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Thank you, Stacy! Many great things to see and do! 🙂

[@robertstone9988]

​@@AdventureswithRogerhi from Morgan County roger

[@kevb.1791]

Love this stuff I am curious about mounds park Anderson from the mounds site To the story of train going to fairgrounds To Mounds Park Mall all history

[@jpesicka999]

They owe the world for destroying ancient cities to have shooting ranges and grow corn on it.

[@ginamaria2579]

People don’t know or don’t study History are at risk of repeating it and those who deliberately erase History are determined to repeat it Excellent video my friend ☺️💕 thoroughly enjoyed it .

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Hey Gina! Good to see you back! 🙂

[@ginamaria2579]

@@AdventureswithRoger so excited to get a notification, I know it’s going to be amazing. ☺️ Have a beautiful weekend .

[@AdventureswithRoger]

You as well Gina!

[@chesterfieldthe3rd929]

Well said

[@TheSilmarillian]

There be truth in that.

[@leespencer356]

Your documentaries are the best!! No camera zooming, weird voices, or other junk. Love it! This is my first video to watch from you. Can't wait to see more!! Well done and very informative!!

[@lilyrose4191]

Excellent comment! 🙂

[@Ghoosier]

Agreed, very relaxing and content to listen to

[@just4stringsandsteve]

I live in South Eastern Indiana and have learned things about my state I never knew thanks to you! You have already put a few trips on my list with your videos. Keep up the awesome work!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Just when I think I’ve ran out of new places to explore, someone adds another to the list! There are so many hidden places throughout Indiana. 🙂

[@robertstone9988]

​@@AdventureswithRogerneed to look in to the Bradford beast, a Indian myth about a magic buck dear that guards the woods. Bradford woods is owned by IU just north of Martinsville on sr 67.

[@justinrodriguez3430]

Native Texan here, ancient history is a passion of mine, and finding this piece of work is like finding gold🎉🎉🎉

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Welcome, Justin! Texas also has some very cool, ancient places. Rockwall, Texas is on my list, if I ever get back west.

[@autotek7930]

I'm in El paso. If you need a scout send me coordinates. I love exploring. Built a xj just for that purpose 😂

[@brit8802]

I lived in El Paso, in my 20’s, I’m a miner! Played volleyball and earned a nursing degree. Sweeet! I love El Paso, some of my greatest friends and most important lessons came out of that town. I was a white girl in a new world, called weta and everything (means ugly spirit in Māori, btw 😑) 😂 But that town took me in and loved me and I fell in the love with the Chicano people of that sacred and special place. Oh yeah, I worked at pelicans west side, met my best friends in the world there. I’m from AZ, I found out few years ago, my great great grandfather was the first white birth on record in EP/Juarez. They were passing through headed to Graham County in AZ when he was born. Oh yeah, my great grandad got shot and killed in a shootout at age 39 when he was under sheriff in Graham county. The shootout was followed by the largest manhunt in AZ history, 3 law guys were dead. Also, for more history, check out chief Midegah. He has some videos on Zion Media. Duuuuue!

[@user-wv5fq8di2m]

This is one of the best, and most underrated, channels of KZbin. Excellent work Mr. Roger. You have a real talent in preparing and narrating these. Thanks for these great videos!

[@lilyrose4191]

Great comment! 🙂

[@vickierogers6318]

As a child I lived in many states, but Indiana has always been closest to my heart. Living in the little town of Fort Branch, I was a free range kid who explored to my heart's content and had many adventures only a child would understand and appreciate. Thank you for this documentary about a beautiful and magical state that has sustained and comforted me throughout my 70 years.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

My pleasure, Vickie! I too was a free range kid! I tell people I’m just a 10 year old kid with car keys, looking for something cool! 🙂

[@rexluminus9867]

@@vickierogers6318 Wow! That's great ,what you have experienced. Real freedoms. Thank you. Stay well.🤗

[@anthonycarpenter9662]

@@vickierogers6318 Sandy’s pizza is awesome

[@brianbloom1799]

Back In the 60's Growing up, I love reading about Lost History. Even Back Then The Powers to be Were doing there Best ,To cover up Our True History, So sad, I Believe, All of history, Has a lot to do With Religion, Or some how Tie's into It, And Changes Everything we Have been taught, There's so Much evidence , To a Large Structure race Here well Before, all Native Americans, Large City's ripped down, So We Couldn't put 2+2 together, But Its all Crashing in On them Now, And they Know It. Great Video's Keep Showing The Hidden Truths, God Bless

[@reglarcatG---2178]

They're trying to convince us 2+2 = 5

[@azuradawn5683]

Or - crazy concept - maybe ancient Native Americans were smarter and more capable than you're giving them credit for? Perhaps indigenous people didn't need the help of aliens, gods, or white people in order to do impressive things? Just give it a teensy bit of consideration..

[@exercitusdei7187]

Bigoted much?

[@brianbloom1799]

@@exercitusdei7187 what the f does that mean

[@CjbrkBrooks]

@@azuradawn5683. Well, then, why did they worship their versions of gods? They apparently felt that they DID need the help of gods, or they wouldn’t have worshipped and honored them.

[@RobHowell1]

Another imo award winning documentary from Adventures with Roger. Every time you put one out I’m like, he’s outdone himself yet again and yet again, you’ve outdone yourself 😂. I’m so glad I came across your channel. I hold the highest regard for you and your work that your put into these docs. Ancient people have been a fascination of mine since I was a teen and found my first arrowhead. I’ve been to some of the mounds mentioned here and my heads always on a swivel looking for the small signs that hardly anyone notices or just drives by because they live near them and are “nothing special “ because they see it every day. Like you I go to the town museums and usually end up talking with the admin or person running it and ALWAYS get fascinating stories . And Also like you find it absolutely heartbreaking to know that these ancient structures have been wiped out . The peoples who made these and their stories will be lost and gone forever sadly. Even if I go to an antique shop and see recreated old maps I grab them and frame them in my “artifact room” and tell the kids and grandkids about the history behind them. I hope to someday meet you , it would be an honor.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Trying my best to keep history alive. Was very blessed to meet the right people before they passed away. I still meet wonderful souls that work at the museums, and give me a moment to chat. I tell people I’m just a 10-year-old with car keys and a camera, hoping to find something cool. 🙂

[@RobHowell1]

@@AdventureswithRoger indeed! And I wouldn’t change it for the world! Safe and happy travels. I’d say one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met was Chalmer Lynch in Evansville an old archeologists (probably 90 years old in the 1990’s) he bought,sold, traded arrowheads. I walked in his house and saw nothing but artifacts everywhere. I could tell you the story but it would be a biography lol. Amazing stuff.

[@gw7120]

Its crazy how much mounds and other structures were bulldozed and renoved to make way , without documentation, so we have to thank the work that did document and persevere as much history they could , bravo for continuing the good work by spreading it here on youtube

[@noneyabeeswax3200]

Great video I know it was a ton of work all of us former,current and wanna be Hoosiers appreciate it.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

A labor of love, really. I’m basically a 10-year-old with car keys, always wanting to see something cool!

[@jakegorman7121]

Once again, another great exploration documented for those with eyes to see. I'm left with the feeling of much that is left un said.

[@sbyrd8932]

I Appreciate the time and effort put into these videos. Love the history and Indiana keep up the good work.

[@Molly-cl5pd]

Me too!

[@antonmayer3767]

I read and enjoyed the mound builders books that university libraries discarded in the early 1970s and really appreciate your channel

[@californiacat9762]

Wonderful 🩷 I miss indiana every day 😢

[@intuitivesean443]

Why not move back there I’m not from there but my family moved there 20 years ago I love to visit I’ve retired in Asia but if I have to move back to the states Indiana would be one of my top picks

[@AdventureswithRoger]

You’ve came to the right place!

[@Rahatlakhoom]

Fantastic!! I am a native of Kokomo, IN. I have surveyed the mound works of Mounds State Park in Anderson several times. Most recently, I was guided thru an initiatory route from mound to mound. One must ask permission to enter this active sacred space. It was an initiation into cosmology and how the universe teaches us to undergo its intentions and life directions. I won't go into details here, but this is very audible and visual experience. These centers remain active. Open yourself to receive.

[@7hilladelphia]

Thanks

[@user-er8gg9yu4b]

Your comments are so appropriate. I think all of us can appreciate the dignity and respect with which you have presented your findings. Your findings will go down in the history books as conclusions as close to facts as is possible at this point in time. Thank you so much.

[@vincentrusso4332]

Wow.. network quality production, very well shot and researched throughly. Thanks so much for allowing us to tag along on your expedition. - Surry Virginia.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

My pleasure, Vincent!

[@Chasingmoundbuilders]

Native Evansvillian here. I didn’t realize there were mounds in New Harmony. That’s awesome. Thanks for producing such a cool video

[@RlCEGUM]

Ever been to angel mounds not that far away?

[@AdventureswithRoger]

The mounds are all over the Harmonist graveyard. The Harmonists themselves have no gravestones, as it was their religious belief, much like the Amish.

[@Chasingmoundbuilders]

@@AdventureswithRoger I didn’t know that. I really enjoy reading about the owenites when I’m up there. The symbolism is thick all around town

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I did a deep dive about New Harmony. Personally, I have always felt a great peace, when visiting new Harmony. A friend of mine says it makes them extremely uneasy, as if they’re being watched.

[@Chasingmoundbuilders]

@@AdventureswithRoger that’s fascinating. I can see where that would make someone uncomfortable but I agree with your sentiment that it’s a relatively peaceful vibe. I have gotten both feelings but I wouldn’t say the uneasy feeling was altogether bad. Just strange. I’ll have to peruse your channel and see if I can find the content! I typically stick to mound sites specifically but some places just grab a person and the pull to it is magnetic.

[@terriestapley5475]

Whiteland Indiana Gal here, living in Utah for 40 years. Loved This, Thank You💖

[@AdventureswithRoger]

My pleasure, Terrie!

[@bauhnguefyische667]

I love it when locals look into the past to find out who was there before. It has only been a short time that we recognize these and how just generations before just thought of them as resources. What have we lost? We’ll probably never know.

[@johnmonk6342]

Greetings, Roger, from the Bay Area, California. Love the video. I grew up in Fort Wayne. My friends and I spent countless hours digging in the woods, occasionally finding arrow heads, but mostly cow bones. Now those woods are a new housing tract. Change is the only constant. Cheers!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I have an old map of Fort Wayne. Most of the city is labeled “ Indian cemetery”, and I can’t imagine how many places are built on top of old burials. Where the old fort is today, once had mounds.

[@LivingHistorysMysteries]

VERY WELL DONE ROGER... Growing up in Grant County Indiana I had many of the same fascinations as a child that you did. Now 45 years later I've made history and it's mysteries (regardless how weird or obscure) my main love in life. If you ever make it up into southwest Michigan I'll gladly show you some of our local Pottawatomi mounds and ghost towns. Great point about the copper in the area as well. The Coppertop Grill at Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo, MI has a huge chunk of copper in the restaurant taken from Lake Superior where a lot of local Indigenous groups mined their copper. This chunk is impressive at around half a ton. Thank you for another amazing production.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I’m hoping to get to Michigan this year. Did a brief tour of northern Indiana, with thoughts of crossing the border, but the weather turned on me.

[@kevinhullinger8743]

Grant county here as well

[@kaylynnelkins8128]

Grant county native here

[@marjieestivill]

Those copper rings in one photo are identical to copper rings we found as surface finds by the border of Oman and UAE, next to the Hajjar Mountains, where Mesopotamians smelted copper ore to take back to Mesopotamia across the Gulf, and in so doing, denuded all trees from the Hajjar mountains, a source of Mesopotamia’s copper. The spear tips earlier in the video are similar but not identical to those we found in the same area. Wadi Safron (I think) is the area just over the border of Oman where we found these items. The copper rings (always the same size and gauge, same dimensions as in this video’s photo) seemed to be a way of carrying the smelted copper and piecing it out for sale. The area we found surface finds in the dune scours appeared to have been a point of sale for a couple thousand years, from late Paleolithic goods (carved from stone) all the way to early Islamic trade goods like pottery and we found a few coins and the spear tips. I have potsherds from Mesopotamia and some with Ming pottery designs. UAE was on the trade route from Africa to China, but this area was inland to the east of Dubai 25 miles or so, within 3 miles of the Dubai/Al Ain highway. The area used to have trees , some remains of them still poking out of the sands. The denuding of the mountains hastened desertification of the whole area. I found a copper trader’s carved stone seal with a pictograph of a “tree of life” on one side and cuneiform marks on the other. They would use the stone seal to mark their ingots of copper, each smelter would have had their own design on the stone seal. I lead the “Archeological lecture series” for students at Zayed University and we had, for example, a lithics expert from Germany who visited this area with our small group of ex-pat camping enthusiasts with a person who did archeological surveys by day and biological surveys at night for areas of UAE slated for development. We planned to do a map of the types of trade goods we found at Wadi Safron on a track by the little farms set up just across the border into Oman. All the items we found were within a quarter mile along the track through the dunes. A wadi is a dry creek bed, but it just winds as a depression in the sand that people use as a road for 4WD trucks like those used at the little makeshift farms staffed by Pakistanis and Indians working for Emiratis just over the border in Oman, but the exact boundary between the countries seemed a little fluid at the time. All the coins were found at one spot, all the spear tips in a few square meters at another spot. The potsherds were more distributed. The late paleolithic finds were rare but the Mesopotamians potsherds were the most common. No one official in UAE archeology circles were interested in the potsherds so I brought the ones I found back home to the US with me.

[@callen.6371]

@@marjieestivill common or not u never take anything with u! Well done 👍

[@raptorman48]

It would be interesting to know if the copper could be proven to be from the same source from Indiana to mesopotamia? I believe we have a lost ancient history completely forgotten about being since america was a lost world until amerigo vespucci made his way to america before columbus and this lost history and continent could have been due to an earth changing event such as a pole shift or an earth changing natural disaster that separated the continents at some point in history!

[@marjieestivill]

@@raptorman48 I would find it really hard to believe the rings in this video would be from Mesopotamia, especially so far inland. Very possible the same idea occurred to people of different civilizations - the ring format to be strung on a belt, especially since copper is so malleable, is an intuitive solution for metal trade goods. I just meant to say I saw something nearly identical….

[@marjieestivill]

@@callen.6371 Sadly, the area we were surveying was slated for development. The potsherds in the sand to soon be dug up and used for making concrete and whatever else they do with the sand at construction sites. A road was being put in over the wadi to serve all the farms being built there. Watered with diminishing well water known as “fossil water” because it had been there since dinosaur times. Used to be just 20 meters below the surface, now they have to go 160 meters. The remaining gf trees with roots as far as 60 meters are mostly died off by the time I left in 2006.

[@sentientnewspaper2939]

My grandfather actually owns Windsor Mound (the one in the beginning of the video) and has for about 60 years. We had it excavated in the 80s by an amateur group and then an official excavation by Ball State archaeologists in the early 90s. Human remains were found inside, along with a stone tomb somewhat similar to the one found in the Nowlin Site. We've accumulated quite the collection of arrowheads as well. Nice to see it featured in a video!

[@chesterfieldthe3rd929]

Make a video about it.

[@norasheffield8036]

My heritage is Native Cherokee and growing up in Georgia near two major Native Sites gave me a major appreciation for that. Following in the footsteps of your people and knowing the history is a profound experience. My father’s people are from Europe and I lived there for five years. That was also a life changing experience. It makes you appreciate life and all who occupy your space.

[@terrysuemakesvideosforyou9940]

Thank you Rodger for this wonderful video! We have used old maps of mounds in Michigan to find sites too. Most of them are gone here. I told you before that I found out that in the1960's my family bought a new house that was where there had been a big"hill" and the developers had graded the"hill" down the street they were building. I heard things about Indian Mounds when I was an adult. My son who is very good at research found old pictures that were taken from air planes in the 1940's and there were two very large mounds that had been destroyed. We did find bones in the garden and some other things when i was a kid. The maps we found showed were all the mounds were in Michigan. Most are gone now. They were mostly along all the rivers and creeks. I have never told my sister or my late parents because I did not want to upset them. We know where two other mounds are that are not destroyed. They are on private property, but we found them on satellite images. I am so happy that you are still exploring! Have a great week!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

There’s still a lot to be found. I know of many farmers that have large mounds on their property, that they “just let be”. If you’re out on their property, it’s pretty obvious, sticking up in the middle of their field.

[@diamondlightdesigns2133]

Deer hunted in Brown county once on private land. Small mounds everywhere. The owner told us he has refused to let archeologists on his land. In a stream I found fossiled pottery. Got his permission and the ancestors to take 2 pieces for we all visitors there are of native descent. Valued for years. He told us his daughter found a unique white rock in a stream and took it to a local university for testing. It got passed around many schools of study...and could never be identified.

[@CSIPiper]

Adventures with Roger is doing the Lord’s work! Thank you for sharing our beautiful state with the world. 💙💛

[@matthewbolton4289]

Its a darn shame how much of our history has been lost.

[@StacyL.]

You have such a way of bringing the past to life. My arm hairs stood on end on several occasions. I wish I lived in Indiana! I'd love to explore these areas. I've been through Indiana hundreds of times but never thought how ancient it was until you started your channel telling us about it. If I ever get to Indiana to walk the trails and see the mounds, I'd love you to be a guide for me and my husband.

[@stevepiper1867]

Before the big ice melt.

[@nathanlaidler9606]

Such great care and research went into this production and it shows! Great job, I loved every minute of it.

[@transp0rter1]

Wow, this was only posted 23 hours ago? Great video. Thank u for sharing adventures with people like me, who can't go on them for now. I also love history, and this kind of stuff fascinates me! Keep up the great work.

[@shannonprater]

Enjoyed this immensely! Thank you.

[@ryanosourus]

Yes! Finally!! Been waiting on this one. Can’t wait for lunch break.

[@lindamckenzie4543]

Roger, your videos are exceptionally well crafted, and the broad extent of your research is very evident. I am a New Zealander, and you have opened my eyes to an incredible and very exciting new (ancient) world. Thank you for every video and all of your work. 👏🏼👏🏼😊

[@AdventureswithRoger]

My great pleasure, Linda!

[@cjhiggi6018]

Amazing movie I can’t get over how good your movies makes me love Indiana so much

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Indiana is a passion of mine, have been exploring it for nearly 56 years. I still find new things, either by accident or someone will tell me about another place! 🙂

[@austinperdue5625]

Thank you for producing this video. Very few locals documenting these areas. I am from New Castle, very interesting. I appreciate the effort!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I love this place, and there’s so many more miles to go! 🙂

[@houseofsolomon2440]

This is the history we were NOT taught. Shame on those educators! And thanks for posting ☆

[@sherriestes-erwin1908]

This video like all of the others before, was well worth waiting for. I hope you can continue to create more. As the saying goes....There's more than corn in Indiana and you are doing a great job of showing it. I will be waiting as patiently as I can to see more of your work. Safe travels and stay curious. 😊

[@charliehay1520]

I live in southwest VIRGINIA but was born in Southern Indiana(palmyra) and have lived back and forth Between the two my whole life. You have absolutely put Indiana on the map! I wished southwest VIRGINIA had an adventures with Roger..I currently live in bigstone gap After moving from Pennington gap..these gaps are how folks entered the west ending at Cumberland gap in Middlesboro,KY This region is old country filled with old history...thank you for all the work Put on to your videos!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I hope to get to Virginia later this year, we’ll see how it goes!

[@charliehay1520]

I hope so!

[@jezza6575]

Awesome video Roger! Indiana is proud to have you!

[@hoosierproud7718]

He's a Hoosier treasure. Love his work its so polished

[@DerrickHikes]

Great video, Roger! I was excited to see this one pop up in my feed. The historical value of Indiana cannot be denied and its geological diversity is unlike other midwestern state. Your videos showcase this state unlike any others and we are lucky to have them! Thanks Roger 👍

[@Catsy_Cline]

Essence of “The Scars of Eden” by Paul Wallis. I have lived near Aurora & Lawrenceburg for 66 years and NEVER knew this!!! Thank you!!!

[@MikeJones-wp2mw]

Who could they have been at war with? They wouldn't have built forts with lookouts in those locations if they weren't extremely focused on staying safe from someone. And the fact that they were watching the waterways shows that the something was able to sail up river 10,000 years ago. That's impressive technology.

[@2FRESH-4U]

What amazing mysteries there are to find, you really made an incredible piece here almost forgot I was watching a KZbin video

[@somenamelessdude8095]

I love the lost history stuff. You know we didnt pay close attention to the natives back then, or any past we erased

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Lots of surprises, lots more lost cities throughout southern Indiana.

[@somenamelessdude8095]

@@AdventureswithRoger All these artifacts get lost, I wonder what I.U. did with the stuff from Oberting Fort? Surely it isn't still 5 miles from me as I write this.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

@@somenamelessdude8095 Ball State was all over Oberting. I’m sure IU was there too, as Glenn Black and his wife were all over the Lawrenceburg and Hardinsburg areas. Glenn was excavating the Nowlin site in 1934, so if he did find anything at Oberting, they’re in storage at Bloomington.

[@ceciliastepaniak9759]

I’m from Indiana (Indianapolis) WOW…I had no idea of all of these ancient treasures were right in my backyard ❤

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Here’s a kicker: Indianapolis itself was once a mound city. All the mounds were destroyed to make downtown.

[@martifoddrill9587]

This is very cool! You make me want to start hiking again! Its past my bedtime so I will have to continue this very interesting video tomorrow. Great job on this!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Lots of great hiking places, particularly in Crawford County!

[@roseblue4205]

TX has many Indian mounds. But we have Rockwalk , Tx A 3 sided wall going down deep in the ground. The City is on top. There have been Giants Skeletons found in TX & other States. But they Disappeared after going to Museums.

[@user-ee3ow6zq9l]

I have recently relocated to Texas for a job, but I want to get back home now and start exploring again after watching your videos, Roger! Thanks for all you do! 🤘

[@AdventureswithRoger]

My pleasure!

[@izzywizzy7556]

I live in Anglesey North Wales - home of the druids and the place of the final standoff with the invading Romans. We value our ancient mounds, cromlechs & holy places. Found your video fascinating - hope it inspires people to visit.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

There needs to be some more studies about the Eastern United States megalithic structures, and how they compare to those in Europe. There is no solid evidence that they’re made by the same peoples, but some of them look similar.

[@sharonhearne5014]

I visited an ancient burial mound in East Texas and even though this was years ago the state official at the site was begging for public volunteers to help maintain the site because the Texas budget for upkeep was so small and inadequate.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

In Indiana, we have so many cemeteries from the 1800s, with no descendants. While some are in horrible condition, many are adopted and maintained by local people, even if they don’t know a person in that cemetery. The key is convincing people that the history and dignity of the site is important.

[@TheSouthernLady777]

Thank you for your documentation. I also do not talk about anything I find because history belongs to all of us, not the government.

[@timryan894]

I live in Greenwood and find Southern Indiana very interesting. Even our recent history of the past 300 years is a complete fabrication. The calendar has been completely manipulated. We have no idea really where or when we are in time. There are just too many things around the world being discovered that are completely contradictory to the fables that are taught in school as “history”

[@dominicgarcia85]

It’s science …an educated guess based off of other ideas it changes

[@glauk4t370]

This gives me a lot to check out here in Indiana. Appreciate you taking the time to make this.

[@FIPOkoeie2024]

Thanks from the Netherlands for introducing me to your great and intriguing past! Keep up the good work!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

My pleasure, and welcome! 🙂

[@xxbanexxftw3073]

We need moooore videos of cool things like this in indiana!!!!!

[@MyGreenbean35]

I IN GREENWOOD IN RIGHT THIS SECOND! YOU JUS OPENED MY EYES! TY TY TY! I AM SO GLAD TO SEE HOW WELL YOU'RE DOING!!!

[@paythesnucka4100]

Greenwood here ! Howdy neighbor

[@josiahoakes7425]

Always great content! Thank you.

[@coryballinger5307]

Raised in Randolph County, in the middle of an Indian reservation trading post. Off US Hiway 1 and Co Rd 850. There’s a ton of history there. Then lived in Muncie for many years and now in Ft Wayne. It’s crazy how all the east central Indiana history ties together

[@noahvale2627]

Wow! What a great video. Thanks so much for your detailed research and enjoyable storytelling.

[@stripedcollar335]

In my case, you really can come home again. I recently moved back home at 47 to take care of my parents and lick my wounds from a divorce. These days I spend my free time meditating on adventures like this one. Usually I am imagining the details. You are an excellent storyteller. My name is Greg, and I just subscribed. Thank you for sharing your work.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Welcome to the adventure, Greg! I tell everyone that road-trips are healing exercises. You learn, you grow up, you appreciate, you find what’s important. It’s made a big difference in my life, and I hope it leads to many other adventures, for those that watch! 🙂

[@carvinlambert6899]

I sat and watched this and really enjoyed the video. Thank you very much.

[@youtubesean]

The Fudge Mound is entirely private property. The central mound is still visible as a hill in the field. The Northern wall of the enclosure is still somewhat visible on satellite images.

[@Caspiankhw]

Excellent documentary, very well researched and presented. Thank you for sharing this with us :)

[@darlenesiewinski5419]

I live across the river in KY and have canoed and hiked in Indiana but didn't know about these special areas❤ Thank you for an award winning documentary! Waiting for my bell to ring with a new video from you! Until then, road trip time!

[@justme8274]

There are some gems in this area! I just found a beautiful reddish orange arrow head (the top is broken but it’s no doubt an arrow head) while kayaking a few weeks ago. Now I’ve kayaked many many times over the years and never found anything so I don’t know how common this is but it caught my eye bc it looked like a gold fish cracker 😂

[@ScotReeder]

Another informative and enjoyable video. Thanks for all the efforts you put into these documentaries. I enjoy them thoroughly.

[@abundantYOUniverse]

Greenwood! I grew up there, was born in Franklin. My family founded Bedford way back, very well done thanks

[@vernleroyson331]

There are 2 large mounds south of Brownstown on 135. They are on the west side of 135 about 1 1/2 mile south of US 50 and 135 junction. As a child I was always told they were Indian mounds. I'm now 66yrs old, and have never known of them being investigated. We used to sled down them in the winter. White river is within approximately 3 miles.

[@chrisbajema8002]

Wonderful job ! I live in Michigan near GrandRapids and we have dozens of these Indian burial mounds…my father talks of times before when they built the highway and they found a lot if artifacts that the museum now holds. Loved it , thanks and added a life long sub

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Welcome to the adventure, Chris!

[@sarcasmoassholio4208]

Just stumbled upon your vids while watching JonLevin. I like your doc style its a throwback to like old Nature series on PBS growing up in the 80s and 90s. You got my sub for sure. Keep it up..

[@rogerharris8081]

Inspiring work and I always look forward to your newest video.

[@jakedasnake7703]

I’m from Southwestern PA I definitely feel like there was a lost ancient civilization that spanned from where I live all the way down and through the Ohio valley area there’s more and more evidence coming to light to support this little by little!! But I truly believe this.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I believe you’re right. If you look along the eastern states, there are many odd structures that archaeologists can’t explain. I keep pulling things together, hoping there will be enough for a segment and trip.

[@ezramalakai9899]

Watching from Southport/Homecroft/Edgewood area, North of Greenwood. Thanks for presenting this.

[@mercedithcompala8148]

Thanks for this wonderful piece of history 🙏

[@PatriotPopps77]

This is by far one of the best videos you have done Roger..incredibly interesting and your knack for doing the research is impeccable..the fact that a lot of it being destroyed forever by modern day man is truly saddening to me..I love Indiana and I’m proud to call this land my home and I can not thank you enough for bringing this history to light for us ponder and delight in..Much Love and Respect to you my friend and fellow Hoosier!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

My great pleasure, of course!

[@Blitz9H]

I truly appreciate your time and effort that you put into studying this history, and then sharing with us. An elderly cousin told me about huge burn circles in the bottom lands in Scott County. These large circles were in close proximity to the Buffalo trace through here.

[@mesocyclone2004]

Copper in Indiana came from the Kewanee Peninsula in Michigan. Trade occurred along the Green Bay and Vincennes Trail. Supposedly near Copper Harbor Michigan in the past one could just pick up pure copper off the ground! I live right along this trail.

[@jordanalexander5275]

Yep yep, was going to suggest this as well. Native Hoosier that visits Houghton every year, makes perfect sense

[@mesocyclone2004]

@@jordanalexander5275 And Copper Harbor is a great place to camp and have fun. The state park has a 1850’s fort, golf course and nice campground. Nice mountain biking trails and nice road trips. Great for summer vacation with free air conditioning from Lake Superior!

[@savagepete1983]

Roger, thank you for all these cool videos about historic sites around Indiana. I am in the north in Kosciusko County. I've lived here for 40 years. I wish the northern part of the state had as many relics of the past as the southern half of the state does. Keep up the great work, sir!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I made one trip north last month. Hope to do another this month, weather permitting!

[@susanfurman]

This video is awesome! I subbed. I love history especially ancient history. We've lost so much...❤

[@user-gk2ut8mc5e]

So fascinating!! Thanks for sharing

[@maryanndoerf]

I just discovered you and am giddy with happiness about it. As a Cincinnati native I am so grateful to you for this fabulous content. It’s very well done!! Will be looking forward to more.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Welcome to the adventure, Mary!

[@sandyd4922]

If you get around to Carroll county I’d love to see the ole Deer Crick that the song was written for. The old pictures of Wilson’s cave looks like it was pretty big. Thanks for covering this history!

[@lisaguineau149]

sandyd4922, you beat me to it! I’d also love to see it. And also the old quarry. Roger, I appreciate your videos!

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Wilson’s cave sounds incredibly familiar. I’ve probably got a listing in my old guidebook. More research! 🙂

[@m.birdwell2567]

Good, academically solid work!

[@tessariles4488]

This was incredibly interesting. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@jordanalexander5275]

I have found dozens of artifacts just north of the 10 o'clock line in Owen county. So much undiscovered history that's plowed over by tractors every year

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Owen County is a rich area. I’ve heard things.

[@gregward8234]

Your videos are great Roger I have lived in Floyd county most my whole life I went to many the places that you've been..god bless you and your travels i have learned so much i didn't know ..Thanks 😊

[@SandyWolf-]

Indiana, Ohio Kentucky! I grew up in Cincinnati definitely cool things to see!

[@robbobbbbbbbb]

Wow! Roger I was literally just trying to locate the Nowlin mound with google last week after seeing that old map you used. Thanks for this vid! Amazing.

[@DocDB]

Thank you for this video! This was great!

[@ruthrainous3068]

This is a really cool video. I've always loved history and was in the Jr. Historical Society in Indiana. Have been to the mounds and many historical sites in Indiana.

[@karrskarr]

The 'Mounding Father's' would be pleased with this production! Thank you for this share! Subbed

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Welcome to the adventure! 🙂

[@deborahhowerton3410]

This is a very interesting and well made video. I appreciate the time and effort that went into making it.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Thank you, Deborah!

[@sheriedwards362]

P.S. Gr8 docu! I'm a born n raised hoosier! I grew up in Giest but back then it was country n cornfields not housing additions and golf courses. Ive lived in avon paragon indianapolis and now im moving out east. I've always known there was much history around me here in indiana. When my sister and I were little we used to find Indian Arrow heads in our corn fields❤ you did a great job and I can't imagine the amount of effort that went into this. Congratulations well done you deserve a pat on the back. Thank you

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Thank you, Sheri! Many many long days. 🙂

[@skinwalker9083]

Amazing video as always! Thank you very much!

[@JToddJeep]

A great video! My family love to watch your work.

[@AdventureswithRoger]

I really do try to keep it a channel that the whole family can watch. If I’d feel uncomfortable watching it with my own kids, I don’t do it. I’ve received / considered some project ideas, with some darker history themes, but I’m not ready to go in that direction. I think my darkest project yet was the one about Native Americans in Indiana.

[@markperkovich992]

Great work, keep it rolling 👍