The Sunken Road at Fredericksburg | Civil War Then & Now

[@gregoryhinde8402]

One of the most brilliant presentations allowing the viewer to experience what occurred just after the battle at the Sunken Road.

[@kathyvidetto3941]

In my opinion every citizen should experience the Sunken Rd. The feeling you get is totally amazing to know the fear of the men who fought there.

[@lukematney7062]

As a native Fredericksburger, one of my favorite things about living there was being among so much history.

[@lukematney7062]

@@nunyabuziness8421 I don't think there's another name for it. 😅

[@Fat12219]

Now at night 😢 wow 😮

[@danwaller5312]

Very sad history 🫣😥

[@johnhatchel9681]

I agree. I lived in Stafford for about a year and I loved the feel of the place. There is a section of Fredericksburg thats practically a museum.

[@skylar7740]

You should visit the UK and we'd be happy to see you. We have history that includes the Celts, Romans, Norman's, Vikings, Medieval, English Civil War, castles, battlefields, and Anglo-Saxons, to name a few.

[@IllinoisChannelTV]

Well done! Blending the photo of the past, exactly with the rocks in the stone wall, was brilliant editing. You really brought history alive

[@Rogijimbex]

This is fantastic! The way the 1860's photo carpet lays out as you walk is so impressive and effective in understanding the layout. Thanks so much!

[@travisbayles870]

My great great great grandfather Corporal Richard Pierce Co B 27th North Carolina Infantry fought there December 13th 1862

[@brutusbarnabus8098]

So you are the descendant of a garbage human who fought to keep others enslaved? I sure would not admit to that.

[@csmelen]

Did he survive the war?

[@MrCabimero]

Brilliantly done with the vintage photos superimposed over the top of today's site. Wow!

[@JessicaHarris-zm7dn]

Reflect on this battle when thinking you're having a bad day. What a video! Really brought that battle home.

[@cplcabs]

depends which side of the battle you were on if you were having a good day or not (or if you got hit or not)

[@Power_Prawnstar]

I watch a lot of KZbin and this is one of the coolest videos I've seen on here for a while, well done, that was awesome.

[@mch12311969]

Excellent explanation of the battles of Fredericksburg, focusing on the Sunken Road.

[@timothylandis4703]

Great job - extremely informative video! The side-by-side with the old photo and present day helps put it all in perspective!

[@wmjohns881]

I agree. That side by side visualization was really good.

[@david-yc7bc]

Just an amazing photo. Through it, You are able to give us a sense of what the fighting must have been like for soldiers on both sides at the sunken road, of Marye's Heights! Thank you!

[@codymck23]

One of my favorite battlefields to visit. I’m amazed at the length of the Confederate line (7 miles?). A good full day of battlefield touring is to see Fredricksburg and Chancellorsville/Wilderness. Stop and see Stonewall Jackson’s buried arm. My father was in tears standing at the graveside. Thanks to The Trust for all you do.

[@garyowen9044]

Did that tour with my late friend, and historian, in early fall of 2002. Epic.

[@guaporeturns9472]

Why was he crying?

[@codymck23]

@@guaporeturns9472 IYKYK

[@wmjohns881]

I had two great grandfathers both of whom defended against the war of northern aggression at the first battle of Fredericksburg. Both were injured during then battle. Many years ago during a college archeology class, our instructor said: “if your DNA was at Fredericksburg, you were there” BTW. I really like this side by side of the old and modern sunken road visuals. An excellent visualization

[@guaporeturns9472]

@@wmjohns881 So they were traitors and they fought to keep slavery legal? Good to know 🤣😂

[@goatcheeta]

Thanks you, Kris. A wonderful analysis of the Russell photo and surrounding area and the use of VR. I grew up on Hanover Street nearby and still live nearby to walk this road. The Union cemetery above the Sunken Road is a wonderful retreat and remembrance from our time.

[@michaeldouglas1243]

Just like chris said, i always thought that photo was from dec 1862. Wow. Top notch job chris

[@wiitmann205]

And I never knew there was a second battle at Fredericksburg. Outstanding presentation, thank you!

[@LBobcat]

This "before & after" explanation of these photographs is absolutely a great way to present history..Please continue!

[@funkyalfonso]

What a remarkable way to show history. Bravo.

[@gpholtz]

So amazing the use of a real photograph over the actual site!

[@briankelly9872]

More of these then and now please!!

[@wickedcurve1975]

Thank you so much this is so important. My family has been in Fredericksburg since before the war and to hear your stories not only remind me of family stories but also of how important this area is. Thank you for all your hard work ❤❤much love from the Canal side of town

[@Ivan-ge7xb]

Thanks!

[@ehayes5217]

So, so, good, the presentation of the "then & now" photos, the narration, both excellent & thank you for posting!🇺🇸

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Outstanding work, guys. Really appreciate the work that goes into these.

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

Ditto! And feel better man. GA

[@Machia52612]

In 1966 my dad handed me a book of before and after shots of the Civil War by Brady. It inspired me to become a photographer. Brilliant presentation here, well done.

[@SSgt-]

My wife and I lived in Fredericksburg while I was stationed at Quantico in the mid-late 80’s. Since we’re both history buffs we took advantage of the rich history of the area. When I later attended the SNCO academy at Quantico in the mud 90’s I used the battle at the sunken road as my post battle analysis brief complete with maps and overlays.

[@cekh1719-bb5vn]

"mud" typo or clever foreshadowing of the Mud March January 1863 😅

[@jeffreybass5685]

Lived in Fredericksburg, briefly, as a child, and attended Ferry Farm Elementary School in Falmouth. . That was my first introduction to the Battle of Sunken Road. I travel to the DC metro area, frequently, and never miss an opportunity to return to Fredericksburg. When I was a child, the little museum there had more artifacts than it does now but I still enjoy going back to that spot that is frozen in time.

[@Macklyn3232]

Absolutely amazing. THANKYOU for sharing this with those of us for whom these civil war era photographs are drenched with meaning.

[@marvwatkins7029]

Great special effects. Your videos keep getting better.

[@terryeustice5399]

Thank you Kris . Great documentary on the sunken road! 💯👍👊

[@bighornbasin]

This is a stunning presentation of just what happened and where. Stellar!

[@k.r.truthseeker7156]

Combining the old photo with the modern video was excellent. It really allows the viewer to become completely immersed in that historical moment in time. The narration and pointing out specific details of the old photo took it all to the next level. Great job as always American Battlefield Trust.

[@frederickvanpelt6393]

Well done, great job of bringing attention to the details and giving the viewer a better understanding of what occured there.

[@Freightmeister]

This presentation has the most impressive filmography I’ve ever seen for helping the viewer see & understand the story. Way cool.

[@davidhopkins1199]

What an amazing story! Thank you for sharing this video with us!

[@LowGUkeChannel]

Yea, great presentation. Meant a lot to me personally. I'm from Ireland and I've walked that road. Amazing to see the photo and the modern road overlapped. Thanks.

[@JeffreyLang-j5i]

AWESOME VIDEO KRIS!!!

[@ehayes5217]

Thanks to this vid, I learned so much more about Fredericksburg, not just the battles, but the city, too & why it was so important

[@machinistmikethetinkerer4827]

Magnificent history telling. Thank you.

[@SunofYork]

All to keep black people in slavery... what a reason to get bayoneted...

[@darrenhay2332]

Wow, what a beautiful video. The way you laid a picture to what is there today. Well done

[@WiskyDuck]

Extraordinarily well done. Thank you!

[@friscodog]

I love the visualization! Thank you for that great work! I read all the books, starting with the venerable Time/Life series on the Civil War, but none of it gave me that visceral sense of what the battlefields were really like.

[@billy1673]

I’ve lived here in The Burg for 24+ years and have been to Sunken Road many times. This is the first time I’ve seen these photos! Very cool video! Well done!

[@Headstoneman]

I am absolutely loving this series! I hope you guys do more of these!

[@joshb5197]

I love then and nows and this is the best use of it yet. Great job, looking forward to more

[@kooldawg6]

Great and informative video! I love living in Fredericksburg and seeing such historic and monumental areas almost on a daily basis! Every time I'm on this section of Sunken Road, I always think how horrible it was for both sides and the townsfolk who stayed here during each of those battles.

[@LindaDittrich-ee4bo]

This is AWESOME. Do more of these!!! You folks are terrific.

[@finddeniro]

Excellent Report...Tough History..

[@soviet305]

I grew up on Sunken Road. Right below the college. Awesome work on a fantastic battle. Thanks!

[@stephen3548]

Wonderful job, Kris! You and the ABT have taken us back to that very day. What a tragedy for all those young men and the nation.

[@runwillrobinson]

Fascinating. When I go to places like this, I think of Arlington and the signs that simply say "RESPECT."

[@FredCemeteryAdventures]

Wow, my favorite series you all do. I've been to that very spot but looking at the photos brings it to life...

[@glenisbrock264]

Sorry i ever gave you guys a hard time. THIS was one of the best videos ever! More please!

[@joemabry9643]

Bravo! Thank you!

[@donaldsteward9768]

Love how you present this information.

[@richforrest6983]

One of my favorite videos you made , and the style too is excellent like being there after , like to see more stones river before and after photos , we ancestors of these soldiers appreciate them being remembered ....

[@richardcashman7671]

Great stuff. Keep up the good work. Big fan.

[@MrEldoradot]

Magnificent videography and story telling.

[@stevefrench2188]

I love the way you took the past picture and placed with the modern day to see how it looked, really COOL!

[@mikebarnett1007]

Really good presentation. Probably the best short video on Fredericksburg I’ve seen.

[@oldmanpatriot1490]

I love these kinds of videos. It bring the pictures of history into reality.. We are screaming toward another at high speed with mad men at the helm

[@richardcutt727]

Very good superimposition. I really enjoyed this video.

[@jasonmoser8957]

I am Canadian and appreciate history. Regarding American Civil War history, in terms of research and presentation, it is unsurpassed in its quality.

[@sgtzsquad]

Thank you for this moving and thoughtful historical depiction. Semper Fi!

[@michelle-lz8tg]

this is incredible...i have seen this photo many times over the years but bringing it to life in 3D brings this in a perspective i wasn't expecting....no longer just a distant impersonal photo...it's now an immersive first person perspective and experience....it seems as if the battle had just ended.

[@garys.4789]

Love when you guys do this, great job 😎👍

[@danlines2725]

Very cool. Thanks for your great work.

[@chrisj9904]

Keep up the great work!

[@monac9459]

The cemetery and the home on the hill with the name Willis is my family line. I love the blending of the old and new. Great job~

[@NKDuisburg02]

This is what I needed. Pls more of this!

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

You can view our other Then & Now videos here: kzbin.info/aero/PLZrhqv_T1O1t1qpTT0zriRBDPpp3hbZOR

[@reddiver7293]

Great video and visual effects! As someone with ancestors that fought on both sides of the American Civil War, thank you.

[@01sapphireGTS]

Great production/presentation.

[@mlj6293]

Excellent. Love it. Now that's great teaching. Really enjoyed that. Loved the graphics. Overlaying the picture. So helpful and his explanations was great. I learned alot. Thank you.more like this please👏👏👏

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

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[@lalalinda36]

This presentation is amazing. I wish I could give you more than just a thumbs up.

[@Urbakdor]

Fascinating! I love the then & now perspective, almost as good as standing there then and now. Almost

[@waynegreene6405]

Well done mate.

[@O2bgolfn]

Excellent presentation, most informative video and technically well done.

[@ewob52h74]

Some, but not all, of the larger stones at the base of the wall looked original during the reveal of your presentation. VERY interesting! TY for posting this.

[@andybobcros]

Very informative, good job!

[@teksight9714]

Very good unfolding side by side of the original photo and the current sunken road. RIP to the poor soldiers.

[@RunTheBallDC4L]

Just seeing this. Absolutely AWESOME!!! I look forward to watching more

[@emilioalcazar-su9vi]

Awesome video,from Madrid, Spain.. super interesting!

[@marknewton6984]

A great victory for Lee. Brave men on both sides.😎 I have been there. The Florida Beachcomber

[@WilliamNast-v1g]

VERY, VERY INFORMATIVE!

[@ChrisWeil]

Was just there in August and the Ranger gave is a solo tour of the Innis house since we were the only ones to show for his Ranger program. Very interesting

[@kimparish1982]

Such a brilliant video! Thank you!

[@jeffstewart3342]

Great documentary. I really enjoyed it. I live in Fredericksburg

[@lonewolf744]

This is my home town. I guess growing up here I didn't look at it as being as an amazing place as it is. A lot of history of the Civil War here in Fredericksburg and Chancellor. Great video.

[@TexasNightRider]

Incredible Video.

[@Vinegarsoup]

Wonderful job.

[@stevewhite1714]

Brilliant, keep the history coming!!👍

[@chadhudson4500]

These videos are great!

[@grayyoung6109]

Great work. TY

[@timisfree1768]

Excellent presentation!

[@joseortega9824]

Thank you for the history lesson, I appreciate your job.

[@Lee69111]

incredible the way the has been presented! well done :)

[@jeffreyhaley991]

WOW! SO Incredible! Awesome!

[@sharonthomas5357]

This was amazing!

[@johnhardiman1970]

Never knew about the second battle. Cracking video and channel.

[@larescats9228]

That is an amazing video. It brings it all into ones mind Im totally impressed. Im sub in up

[@offcenterconcepthaus]

Hat's off to the video editor and crew.

[@markleach116]

Excellent job Kris!