Band of Brothers at Toccoa | History Traveler Episode 99

For anyone who is a fan of the series Band of Brothers, the name Toccoa is familiar. This is the place where the men of Easy Company trained with the other paratroopers of the 101st Airborne as they prepared to fight in Europe against Hitler and the army of Nazi Germany. We're at the Currahee Military Museum in Toccoa which has more artifacts in it than you can possibly imagine. This is definitely one to watch from beginning to end. Enjoy!
For more on the Currahee Military Museum, visit: www.toccoahistory.com/
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[@TheHistoryUnderground]

If you've watched a few episodes and feel like I've earned it, be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss any new content when it comes out. Click here: kzbin.info Thanks!

[@susanmccauley1461]

Thank you! I've really enjoyed your work!

[@jeffwinters3808]

Found your page about à year ago and really enjoy your videos.i am à history buff.i watch the band of brothers everytime it's on and gonna get the set soon so I can watch it over and over again.i well one day make a trip to that museum and would like to see gettysburgh.keep the great work and looking forward to seeing your next videos

[@keithhornick2577]

I just want to take a minute and thank you for this episode. I am a volunteer at the Currahee Military Museum in Toccoa, Georgia. This episode moved me to tears. Thank you for sharing our humble museum to the world. This history must be remembered.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

No, thank you. What you all have going there is amazing. I was happy to share the experience with everyone. Keep up the good work!

[@luketimewalker]

From France with gratitude, Keith. Keep the flame going

[@pineapplejedi675]

I'm 16 years old and in 11 years of my life I have been fond and obsessed with the story of ww2 and easy company and hope to visit these places when I get older thank you for fueling my obsession and excitement

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! So glad that you are enjoying the content. Feel free to share it out if you catch a few episodes that stand out from time to time.

[@jp1170]

Seeing that lost letter of Bull Randlemans literally gave me goosebumps. What an amazing place. Thanks for doing this.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh man. That was my favorite thing in the whole museum. Glad that you enjoyed it!

[@haroldwragg2582]

And n

[@aapex1]

Same here. Still got em,

[@joelheaton3807]

Just incredible I live only 20 to 30 minutes from there I didn't even notice the museum existed but I got to go now have been to Curry mountain but not this museum now just awesome job thanks for sharing

[@swtexan6502]

Is it just me, or are you never at home? We should all give a big shout out to your wife and family for allowing you to complete all of your adventures. Thanks again, JD- great content and video as always- safe travels.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ha! I'll usually film a lot of content in a 4-5 day span and then stretch the content out over a series of weeks. But yes, I do have an amazing wife and family. Thanks for saying that.

[@davidl259]

My Grandmother's wedding dress was made out of a parachute from WWII, so that was pretty cool to see one on display there. Also was very humbling to see the wall of medals or representation of such, the men were given.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow! Very interesting. Does the family still have it?

[@davidl259]

@@TheHistoryUnderground Excuse me, it was my Aunt who had the dress made. It was donated to a local museum i believe. But we have pictures of it still.

[@kathyg8510]

@@davidl259 fff

[@terrykeever9422]

Your grandfather saved his reserve chute and brought it home?? Someone in the book did that. I think it was in the miniseries also. Or was this another of the heros?

[@terrykeever9422]

Or rather your uncle - after seeing the correction.

[@mikenixon2401]

The most amazing part to me is considering many of those men volunteering to fight WWII (beyond the 101st Airborne Easy Company) were teenagers or just past 21 years (those were the "old men"). Some even underage wore the uniform, but they lied to enter because they believed in the effort. I know I'll get blasted for this, but I am not confident I would trust today's teenagers or anyone (ok in all fairness very few) under 30 with such an ordeal under the same circumstances. Remember military in 1940s was very different than in the 21st century.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I think about that often.

[@bradleycred99]

My 27 year old Army Sergeant Son is one of those few you refer to. Less than 1% of our population is willing to serve in the current all volunteer U.S. military.

[@patricialenaburg6553]

The truth hurts, and this is true. Don't get me wrong there are still good kids out there, but few, and far between. No respect taught these days in most instances, the parent have to have it to be able to teach it, a vicious cycle. Loved this video, remarkable men, and the artifacts are amazing. Thank you.

[@tonyk1584]

Please see my general comment.

[@Famous887]

Mike Nixon While I do agree with what you're saying overall I do have to say sometimes you'd be surprised. I'm only in my early 30's now but served in the U.S. Army after graduating from high school. While I was in I noticed a lot of the guys who excelled the best during basic training and sometimes even their careers were the ones who came from broken homes or had parents that didn't really teach them rules or respect. It was almost like the military gave them that structure that they needed but never got at home. There were also a lot of kids that only ended up there because a judge gave them the choice between the military and jail who also excelled in the military. Call me biased but a few of those "kids" are the reason I'm able to type this message yet they weren't able to leave the desert to see their families again. So sometimes those kids just need someone to give them that chance or opportunity...

[@ChristyD067]

Quite possibly my favorite episode! We should honor and salute each one of these men for the freedom we enjoy today 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! So glad that you enjoyed it. Got a follow up here in a few days that you might like as well. Thanks!

[@MMCPN]

Never forget🙏🏽 speak their names, tell their stories, honour them as much and as offen as you can… I have to be honest I watch “Band Of Brothers and The Pacific” atleast 3-4 times a year I’ve watched every documentary on Easy company anything I can find I just cant get enough of it these men are the best example of what hero’s are though every single one of them will deny it… I’m a kiwi and 1 day hope to visit Toccoa, Aldbourne etc etc my wish is to follow their journey from Toccoa to Zell Am See…. I’m really excited and looking forward to the release of “Masters Of The Air” I know it will be as good as Band Of Brothers and The Pacific…..

[@DoctorDave5]

What a fantastic place. It’s such a good thing that people today still remember and honour the lives of those who fought and died for their fellow man. Keep up the great work.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@brianwelhoelter7974]

Thanks so much for this episode. The men of Easy Company were and are true heroes.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@shanktonlewis9408]

The Greatest Generation. There is no better name. The men and women who served, knowing full well that they may never come home. And the civilian workers, who poured their blood, sweat and tears into all of things needed for victory. My grandfather served in the Pacific Theater. He very seldom talked about it, but when he did, you could see the emotions on his face. The fear, the sorrow, and even some humor. My grandmother worked at a munitions factory. She told us that sometimes they would put little notes in the crates so the 'boys', has she called them, would know they were being thought of. A great episode. Made me pull out my box set of Band of Brothers early this year. I watch it every Veterans Day.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

That was quite the generation, for sure.

[@yomangfoo1]

The Great Raid is a fantastic movie about the raid at Los Banos. The tactics and plans they used was pretty accurate and they put an importance on the role the Filipino guerrillas had on the successful outcome of the raid. As a Filipino American it makes me proud to be an American and proud of my Ancestry. Thank you to the men of the 511th PIR!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Love that story. There's a book called Raid at Los Banos that is a really good read.

[@harrisonmantooth3647]

@@TheHistoryUnderground 👍 You're Spot On. I've got that book and, it was indeed a very good read.

[@jimkraus6458]

Wasn't the Great Raid was about the Cabanatuan raid?

[@louiszemek5058]

Though never fact checked by me, I was told years ago that RG Letourneau was the founder of Caterpillar Tractor in Letourneau, Texas. As it was explained to me, he was a Christian man who tithed 50% of his earnings. When asked how he could afford to do that he replied, “I shovel it out and God shovels it in but God’s shovel is always bigger”. I have been a fan of the Band of Brothers since the get go. I have all of their books, first edition, first printing, signed by the author from Valor Studios. This video touched my heart with the remembrance of what these brave souls did for our freedom. They were truly a breed apart. Thanks so much for this, I didn’t know it existed. Added to my bucket list now. God bless you young man, and may your KZbin videos continue to last for many years to come!!

[@buckysimmons5164]

I'm from Toccoa and former officer of the Toccoa Stephens Co historical society. You are absolutely right about Letourneau. He also built the Toccoa airport to accommodate his private DC3 (military C-47) he was probably the first business man besides Howard Hughes to use personal aircraft for traveling. The officers of the 506th were able to make their required jumps to earn their jump wings. Eventually their lone C47 crashed because of the short runway thus causing their record setting march to Atlanta, and 3rd battalions even farther march from Atlanta to Benning. The former Georgia Baptist Conference Center was the camp hospital, another Letourneau building.

[@keithhornick2577]

Toccoa is about an hour and half Northeast of the Atlanta, GA. Easy to get to. If driving from Atlanta, you would pass Currahee Mountain to get to the museum. Watch Episode 100 to see what is going on at Camp Toccoa.

[@julieivers7375]

Wow! That is an awesome museum! The letter found in the wall, the medals awarded to Easy Company, just everything about it is amazing! I didn't know they dismantled and shipped the stables, but boy if they hadn't that letter would have been lost forever! I'll never get to visit these places, so a massive thank you to you!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

That letter floored me. Easily my favorite piece in the museum.

[@48Nugget]

Thank you for your film. Very interesting. I think it fitting - and rather moving - that Skip Muck and Alex Pinkala's framed medals and insignia should be on display next to each other given how close they were in life and the fact they died side-by-side in Bastogne. Heroes all. Thank you all for your service and in many cases paying the ultimate sacrifice, the "last full measure of devotion".

[@nicoletighe382]

I'm also a Band of Brother's and Pacific devotee! My Grandfather served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He retired as a Command Sargent Major and I am the lucky recipient of all of his Military photo's, rings, ect. My father is also a Vietnam Veteran. I am a DAR member, service runs back to Concord Green. I can't thank my forefathers enough or any Veteran enough. Be grateful for all the men who were willing to go!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow! That's quite the legacy. Thanks for sharing that.

[@mrDCunningham]

Band of Brothers is an amazing series. But I can't even imagine what those boys truly went through and we should be forever in there dept. Not only East Company but everone who took part in anyway through that war. Great vlog JD 👍🏻😎

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Well said. Thanks!

[@michaelalexander2306]

I used to live near Aldboune. Really great to see the stable used as a barracks. Historical items need to be preserved and treasured, as that museum clearly does.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh wow! How cool. Really hope to visit there someday.

[@ThePponu]

I must commend you on this particular episode on your channel. It is beyond wonderful to see what amounts to the grand children and maybe even great grand children such as yourself, studying and trying to comprehend what my father as well as many others of his generation experienced. Being a 'baby boomer' had its perks. I was raised by veterans of WW2 here in east Texas. Grew up surrounded by them. Copious amounts of life experiences, some horrific, others insanely humorous about their experiences in WW2. History is an invaluable tool by which to learn, appreciate, and use in life. Harvest all of it you can then, tell your children and teach them about America and Americans. Thank you for allowing us along.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Well said. Thank you. Doing our best to keep the history alive on this channel for other to learn about :)

[@HateTheGameTX]

Wow small world, Longview here

[@harrisonmantooth3647]

L Mar; I was born in 1945, just about the time that our Marines landed on Iwo Jima Island. Like you, I had many relatives who served, Army and Navy. They were in and out of my life because of where they lived. Of all my relatives that served, only my father and one of his brothers are still with us. My uncles that have gone on, always kept silent and walked out of the room wherever I asked them about their experiences. The only person that shared any information was my father-in-law and then, it was talk about the gambling and drinking. Never a word about his combat experience. This was an awesome video. Stan

[@jerredwayne8401]

@@HateTheGameTX indeed. Tyler area here

[@radarmike6713]

The men of Easy company exemplify why they were from "the world's greatest generation" Thank you for this video. I watched Band of Brothers when I first got in the RCAF (Royal Canadian Airforce) I watched it when in training to be a RADIO AND RADAR tech. Didn't realise it then but I was a part of a "band of brothers" I within a yr was ramped up to serve my nation during our war in Afghanistan. I remember a few times in "dicey" situations this king about Easy company and what they went through. And how they leaned on each other. I remember thinking "if they did it. We can do it." I always strived to be a soldier like them. Evwn though we served in different nations militaries and different eras. The commonality of "soldiering" has not and will not everything get change. I honour those who marched before me....And cherish those who will follow after me.

[@charlottedwyer7680]

Stumbled across your channel but your enthusiasm for history has me subscribed and really enjoying your videos.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome, thank you! That really does mean a lot.

[@jerredwayne8401]

When I watch band of brothers with my 11 year old son I always stress to him that the men these actors portray were real life superheroes. No telling what life would be like of not for them. Breaks my heart knowing in my lifetime they'll all be gone

[@rogersherrill5741]

My wife and I visited the museum and noticed how quiet everyone was we went right after the movie came out and it was so touching ,we drove up to the area where they trained at Currahee this is definitely a must see👍👍👍🇺🇸

[@SandervkHistory]

Yes!!! A WW2 episode! Oh man, i cant wait for the next few episodes! 🙏🦅

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

👊🏻

[@Bullrider33Outdoors]

Big Fan Of Band Of Brothers I Own The Complete Series When I watch It still makes me Cry And When You showed this Video I'm 39 years Old And It put me to tears And Joy.. And Man That was awesome to see a Letter to Bull Randleman

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yeah, that letter was something else. Thanks for watching!

[@MamaDee_83]

I am so impressed with this museum. You have enriched my life in every episode you share. I have learned so much from your travels. Please keep these videos coming. Thank you!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

🙏🏼

[@perryj8850]

Absolutely phenomenal. Our greatest generation without a doubt.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Amen to that.

[@martinfey578]

I have been waiting for this subject to come up , sweet. I highly recommend everyone who hasn't had a chance to watch The Band of Brothers to do so now as a tie in to this and future videos. Respect.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Best series ever. Thanks!

[@jerredwayne8401]

Yes! Anyone who hasn't seen it is doing themselves a disservice by not doing so

[@cosmictulips1678]

I'm just gonna say that I have learned more history watching these videos than I have in any of my history classes lmao. thank you for making it interesting, I have found a new love for american history haha

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you like them!

[@davidmathie8360]

Lest we forget these brave men . Heroes all on this, remembrance day in the UK

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Amen to that.

[@aujay]

Why would you even bother giving this video a thumbs down, the guy is taking you to places and showing the history of some of the great locations and people that have had an impact on all of our lives if even in just a small way.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

🤷🏻‍♂️

[@frank12830]

Another great video brother! Love that Medal of Honor! True sacrifice from that young hero.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks. And yes, that MOH was a nice surprise.

[@gregz7159]

PFC Mann demonstrated and exemplified unquestionable sacrifice that was common among our boys who gave all or part of their lives in WWII. I wish our young people today would be given the chance to learn about, and try to understand, this type of courage and inherent sense of duty to Country that was common among members of The Greatest Generation. There is so much more for all of us to learn and appreciate about our heroes. We simply can’t let this history fade away. Keep these great reminders and lessons coming! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@scottwright6074]

Holy cow! What a video. I could only imagine the feeling of being in the same barracks as those guys. The sense of awe had to have been overwhelming. Keep up the awesome work!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@themaroonbuck3422]

Thank you for sharing this! Toccoa is now on my must visit list.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad that you enjoyed it! Thanks!

[@keithhornick2577]

Toccoa is about an hour and half Northeast of the Atlanta, GA. Easy to get to. If driving from Atlanta, you would pass Currahee Mountain to get to the museum. Watch Episode 100 to see what is going on at Camp Toccoa.

[@Strikeagle911]

Huge Band Of Brother's fan. I wrote Dick Winters a letter before he died. I Didn't even know his address other than Hershey, PA. I sent it just to thank him for his service. He actually wrote me back (The postal service delivered it even without the complete address). I Didn't even know this museum existed. I think I will be planning a trip out soon. Thanks for the video and I am looking forward to the next one.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow! Thanks for sharing that.

[@vawterb]

I'm speechless, humbled and thankful. Man, thank you for your work!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Much appreciated!

[@w.charlesyoung2653]

Amazing place! Thank you for stopping.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You bet! I really enjoyed it there.

[@timothywilson7860]

I am a HUGE Band of Brothers fan and this was truly amazing to watch! Thank you for bringing us along!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

My pleasure!

[@MrBowNaxe]

Great story and even better that there's a museum about E Z Company. Thanks for sharing!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@pamelakern2849]

My husband just loves the story of Easy Company!! The stable was fascinating 🤗

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Right? I was amazed with that story.

[@Grossman2868]

Great job, it gives you pause to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us. not just in death, but in service to our country, To see the items found within the walls of the barn/barracks is to touch the people to whom they belonged, thanks so much for this video series!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Many thanks! I enjoyed putting this one together.

[@scoutharper7091]

this was amazing. Thank you for this video. My Dad was in artillery and his battalion went to many of the same places as the 101st Airborne.. My Dad died when I was 10 years old, so, I never heard anything about his time in the war. Information like this is a great insight into what his experience might have been.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks. That really means a lot to hear you say that.

[@scoutharper7091]

@@TheHistoryUnderground thank *you* for what you’re doing to preserve history.

[@leabarto8156]

Amazing place. A little sad. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! Pretty amazing place that they have there.

[@Muzikmayker1982]

Thanks for highlighting our little town. Toccoa has a lot of History!!! Can’t wait for the next video of the camp and maybe Curahee!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Loved my stay there. I hope that you'll enjoy the next episode as well :)

[@steveclark4291]

Thank you so very much for this moving article about a piece of history that isn't taught in school ! Take care , stay safe and healthy with whatever you maybe doing next ! Doing well here in Kansas .

[@Ravelinn]

Thank you SO much for doing this Video.. so emotional with the story of Easy Co, the 506th Regiment. my Grandfather fought in the Pacific Theatre with the British Army, and fortunately finished his war in "Fortress Europa" and made it home safely. thanks again

[@thursday0186]

Thank you for doing these videos. These men deserve all the recognition and then some.

[@reginarittenhouse595]

My Dad, Red Knight, A Company, said he stayed in Horse Stables. Thank you for sharing this!

[@kevinbrown6833]

I've been there! It's an amazing somber place. I was overcome with emotion and could feel the ghosts of easy company there.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Pretty amazing what they have there.

[@kevinbrown6833]

I wanted to run up Currahee,but the place was close 😔

[@kevinbrown6833]

You said you're going to share a video of the taccoa site soon?

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

@@kevinbrown6833 - Next episode :)

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

@@kevinbrown6833 Wednesday

[@jay5608]

Cool stuff. It always sort of depresses me that these places always seem empty of people. It's like a forgotten sacred place. Lonely, solemn, bittersweet. The air heavy with unsaid prayers, unlit insence. A vague feeling of apathy and a history neglected.

[@alaninnh]

Yet another place I didn't know about. I love the miniseries of "Band Of Brothers" and have the box set.

[@cfdmedic78]

I went to school in Toccoa back in the seventies and visit every few years. I was there last year and didn't know about this museum! I wish I had, but I must confess that I've never seen the series. Next time I visit this will certainly be on my must see.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Definitely! Glad that I could put it on your radar 🙂

[@distant-dan9947]

Thats incredible! Thanks for sharing, and hi from the UK 🇬🇧

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Really hope to get over to your side of the Atlantic at some point.

[@distant-dan9947]

@@TheHistoryUnderground if you ever make it to England id very highly reccomend the Duxford air museum 👍

[@CH-em2wu]

Flew from Washington to see family last summer in Atlanta. Took a day specifically to myself to drive to all of this. Great to see it again.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

👍🏻

[@voldbydk]

Respect for what you do and proud to live in a free Europe . To many life’s were lost and we must never ever forget what they sacrificed .

[@thehurleys325]

Thank you so much for what you are doing. This is my favorite channel on KZbin!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks so much! I really do appreciate that more than you know.

[@ejones752]

Easily my favorite episode from your channel! Even after 19 years, I continue to watch the Band of Brothers series, and I'm guaranteed to keep coming back to watch this video as well!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow, thanks!

[@charliegreer4507]

What a great video! Keep up the amazing work!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@klondike460]

Thank you for putting these videos together. The men of Easy Company hold a special place for me. The HBO series came out while I was deployed to Iraq and I watched the series the first time through with my battle buddies. It is very neat to see all the pieces shown in your episodes. I have learned so much more watching your episodes of the men of Easy Company. I really appreciate your series on them as well as your series on Gettysburg, with the most intriguing one, your walk of Pickett's Charge.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

My pleasure. Thank you for the kind words.

[@crinque666]

Thank you so much for posting this. I've always been a big fan of WWII history. Your channel is full of great information and sights to behold. Toccoa, GA is on my bucket list of WWII history sights. Band of brothers has always been one of my favorite WWII depictions and I can imagine how emotional it was to visit this place. I've been watching your channel through some hard times lately and it's truly humbling. A lot of things happened over the years and people have gone through many hardships which I cannot begin to compare what I'm going through. Thanks again for sharing your passion with us. Watching from Quebec, Canada.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you for sharing that. Glad that the channel is proving to be useful in some way. Be well and thanks for watching!

[@Farmer_brown134]

I came across this place a while back while traveling for work, I recognized the name immediately and made sure to stop on my way back through, absolutely awesome museum

[@robertforrest7956]

Thanks!! Band of Brothers is one of my fav. Movies...quite a history. 👍👍

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Me too. Probably my favorite series of all time.

[@adelinegeesey9512]

What a fantastic museum!! A great tribute to some of our true patriots and heroes. God bless them all and for those that have passed, may they rest in peace.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Amen to that.

[@stephenhutton1805]

Came across this video on our remembrance day here in Australia which seems very fitting. Thank you for sharing this top video. I was defiantly a fan of the show and this brings it back to reality. Lest we forget .

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

🙏🏼

[@rayvanhorn1534]

Really enjoy the manner in which you present these historical segments. This part of history strikes me on more than one level. I'm a lifelong student of history, of America's military & WWII in particular. This in part because I heard the stories of my grandfathers, my uncles throughout the years. The appreciation fostered admiration for that "Greatest Generation ". Band of Brothers brought that to film, allowing us to be part of their lives. On another note, my great-grandfather & his brothers owned a mill in Toccoa. I have a picture of them at the turn of the century. The water wheel is still visible from the road even to this day. [Side mote: my great-great-grandfather is William Samuels Perdreaux Barret, 4 year veteran of the Civil War. He walked back home to GA from Appomattox...he's buried in Toccoa] thank you for sharing history with us.

[@snapfitness1]

You've got one of the coolest passions ever ... thanks for showing it.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I appreciate that! Thank you.

[@leroypuckett3441]

Well you did it again another great video 👌 I'm 74 years old and I know I could never have gone where you have taken me, so thank you so very much for the ride, and that letter was neat but kinda sad , keep up the good work 👍

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! And yes, that letter really floored me. So amazing that they recovered that. Thanks!

[@thirstyfun1991]

Definitely my favourite episode! Shame there's not much here in England about easy or any airborne for that matter. But the airfield still exists, so thank you for doing what you do!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Appreciate that! I'd definitely like to visit that airfield someday.

[@davidbeard8803]

I'm so glad you can go and do these things and even better that you then bring it to us. most of these places are on my list and its nice to have a preview.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Glad that it's proving to be helpful in some way :)

[@bomashishalisa6434]

This is one of your best. My brother-in-law used to live in Toccoa and when we went to visit, he never even mentioned this place. How I wish we had known at the time about this museum. Thank you for sharing this amazing museum.

[@bjmillions1779]

Wow! Not only is this a great video but almost every comment I see has a reply. Love the work you doing and getting to show us a glimpse of the past from the greatest generation and being able to share it with us!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I appreciate that! I try to reply to every comment that I can but it's getting more and more difficult. My goal now is to at least reply to all of the comments on the first day.

[@bjmillions1779]

@@TheHistoryUnderground it’s very much appreciated

[@grahamcarver6836]

Mate that's one of your best so far. Nothing beats learning new things about Easy Company 506 & one the best mini series ever made. Some really cool artifacts. In Australia this Wednesday the 11th of the 11th is Remembrance Day which we share with our other Commonwealth cousins the end of WW1 in Europe. At the 11th hour on the 11th day on the 11th month the guns fell silent in 1918 on the Western Front. There will be lots of events around the country & around the world but for most at 11.00am we stop what we are doing if possible for a minutes silence to remember the end of WW1 & the fallen who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Lest we forget..

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I really appreciate that. I have a follow up that I'll be posting on the 11th in honor of Veteran's Day/Remembrance Day.

[@carlmorris1580]

Outstanding!! Thank you so much!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching :)

[@rufffinoo]

Extraordinary. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@gordon652]

Years ago I got to browse a book my grandpa put together on our family tree and saw I was related to someone who fell at Normandy. Im very proud and honored for his service. This video touched me so much! Thank you!

[@gordongordon4434]

I subscribed to your video's a few months ago and enjoy them so much. I am a BoB junkie and the Toccoa video's are your best ever in my interest. I plain to visit there ASAP, but as 74 years of age, I will not be climbing Currhee. I was not accepted into the military as I wanted in the mid '60s due to a physical problem though while in high school in Atlanta we had a JROTC class that was three years long. During my second year which that year cadet's were NCO's, I was one of two second year cadents who were given the rank of 2nd Lt, and became the in my senior year. As a 2nd Lt I became the arms room officer incharge of all the weapons we drilled with and cleaned each week. They were actual weapons, with firing pins removed, from WWII, Korea, and some in Vietnam. We had M1 Garands, M1 carbines and the M1A1 carbine you showed in the video with the folding stock. They were mainly used by paratroopers with the folding stocks taking up much less space. BAR rifle's and 1911 Colt automatic pistol's. Many memories were brought back watching and appreciating what you do.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow! Thanks for the subscription and for sharing that. One of those carbines is high on my list of items to add to the collection. Thanks!

[@Black-kd4rt]

Goosebumps! Great piece of good docu, thanks!

[@richardduncan7924]

Wow....Just wow! Thank you for the tour and history lesson. Those letters really bring it home.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yes they do. Easily my favorite pieces in the museum.

[@allenhigginbotham3740]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful museum, didn't know it existed. Band of Brothers is one of my favorite mini series, I usually watch it every Christmas season. Wonderful history and heroes in my opinion.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! It's a favorite of mine as well.

[@SNAFUDOCS]

Loved to see the section dedicated to Joe E Mann. He has a small memorial stone at the site where he was killed near Best, Holland.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Just added that to my list to things to see :)

[@bradleycred99]

Wow! What a hidden gem of a museum. I had no idea there was such a museum in Toccoa. Thanks for sharing. It’s now on my bucket list. 👍🏼

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! Definitely a must see if you're in that part of the country.

[@waterskipilot145]

You did it!! I suggested this awhile back. Glad to see you do it. I'm excited to go back. The weather was horrible last time and didn't get to see everything. Thanks for the video.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I loved it there. Really hope to go back someday.

[@marcnilsson5171]

My Heart is Heavy. My eyes are full. Thank You for sharing our histories past. Least We Forget !

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@charlesfritz7131]

Being a Airborne Ranger veteran myself this is by far the most awesome, heart tugging to me. AIRBORNE JD GREAT JOB. RLTW/AATW

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@charlesfritz7131]

@@TheHistoryUnderground keep up the outstanding work you do. I've even watched some of your videos with my Dad who is a retired Airborne Ranger 2 tours of Nam with the 173rd Airborne Brigade and my mother also Army vet they met while stationed with 82nd Airborne at Bragg. They loved it. SALUTE to you for what you do.

[@xvsj5833]

Fabulous museum and incredible tour of its historic artifacts and memories. Thank you for sharing 🇺🇸 and your service.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@somewhereintimewatchreviews]

That was just fantastic! & you're right THE coolest place. 👍

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@deanbacon8245]

Goodness !!! What a place to see , just gives me chills , thank you JD

[@ronaldlapierre9007]

I lived in tocca Been rock climbing on that mountain and the museum is awesome. They have the barn that the band lived in in England

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Pretty amazing place.

[@kennethburchett6393]

Another great video! Thanks for taking us along…

[@abmooreracing]

The best episode you’ve created, absolutely amazing! I live in Hatfield England where Band of Brothers was filmed and remember the filming. So proud to have witnessed bits of filming of such a huge moment of history. Also Saving Private Ryan was filmed on the same location. I still remember the bombing of the set during the filming. Excellent work my friend 👌🏻

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow! How cool to have witnessed some of the filming. Thanks!

[@hile3638]

Amazing job you do on your videos. The detail and presentation is outstanding. As a history buff, especially Civil War and WW2, your work is a must view for me. Lucky I have the time (retired) to go thru all , soon 100 episodes. My son lives in Chattanooga, and he can expect a visit from Dad soon, to see in person the places around there that you have presented. Thank you for your effort on keeping history alive . I visited the WW2 museum in New Orleans, and it was a very moving experience for me. I even learned a little more about my Dad's outfit- the 158th Infantry Regimental Combat Team (Bushmasters) and the Pacific part of the war.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing that.

[@bigal1337]

Another amazing video! Thank you!

[@GN555]

Loved this episode. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Appreciate that!

[@wallyball96]

Awesome, heading to Toccoa tomorrow to take my son to visit the college there. Maybe run up Currahee, lol

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! And if you run Currahee, you have my sympathies. You'll see what I mean in the next video :)

[@wallyball96]

@@TheHistoryUnderground Haha, I was joking, much to out of shape for that, lol

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

@@wallyball96 - Let me tell you something, it's a beast.

[@stephenpegum9776]

Quite coincidentally, I've just watched rhis video here in the UK on 6th June 2023 - or the 79th anniversary of D-Day. This added a great degree of poignancy to this excellent video. Cheers Keith !! 😎

[@JDDupuy]

Blown away by this episode. Can't begin to tell you the enjoyment that I get from your work. Your method of presentation rivals the major network shows. Thank you for keeping this history alive and available for all to see. An finally thank you for honoring the lives who served so we can live in freedom!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I'm just a monkey with a camera, but thank you for the kind words. Glad that the history is connecting with you in the same way that it does me :)

[@joshhilliard9013]

Man! What an awesome place..I could only imagine what it was like to there! After you went to their foxholes and showed us where they fought ..i didn't think you could do a better Easy Company video...well played sir!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks 👍

[@paulcalhoun6339]

You videos have such a respectful touch to them. Thanks for you efforts to keep our history alive and worth remembering.

[@matthewstone1811]

One of the best museums around for sure. Lots of fantastic things there.

[@Billo1281]

Such an astounding job documenting all of this stuff. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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