Canada Versus USA: 1812 and Beyond. | HISTORY | THE WAR OF 1812 | REENACTORS |

[@markaugustus621]

My many times removed great grandfather and his son were in a militia near Picton years before the family moving to Cape Vincent NY. Our history matters and thank you for keeping it alive.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We live about an hours drive north of Picton.

[@Calif-]

Hello you two, I just discovered your station about two months ago and it’s my favorite station. Peter, I can’t think more highly of a gentleman than I do of you. I love love the work you do, the life you both live, your history lessons. The Lord sure broke the mold when He made you, God bless you so very much for bringing peace, Tradition, nature into a very very dark world we have now. Nancy, a 67 year old woman with a love of work and living as you both. Sacramento, Ca

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I am very flattered, Nancy, by your kind works!

[@johnclarke6647]

My 2nd GGF was a LT in the war of 1812. His family had migrated to GA after the Revolution from NC. I am older than both of you. I turn 79 this month. The only thing red I have worn is the red stripe on the sides of my trousers. I am of Prussian descent, too. I am sure I have had other ancestors that served in the War of 1812 - they were a pretty blood thirsty lot😊

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Man you have ancestors everywhere.

[@robinbonaventura4951]

Mr. Pete...you never cease to amaze me! You play and sing beautifully! Thank you for a touch of the other side of things..stay well..Robin

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Robin for the kind words .

[@lennemoy1971]

Well done. The war of 1812, americas first civil war. Thank you.

[@jamesvatter5729]

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[@unclecordite9208]

Wonderful to hear a Canadian perspective on Canadian history for a change. Thank you so much! Keep up the fabulous content!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you! Will do!

[@D33Lux]

That great song at the end earned you a subscriber.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m flattered. The song was written by a really good friend of mine.

[@WewillnotconquerCanadathisyear]

My esteemed colleague, Don Graves, authored a remarkable and comprehensive work on the Battle of Lundy's Lane, which stands as one of the finest accounts of this pivotal engagement in my estimation. His meticulous research and insightful analysis have made it one of my personal favorites in the study of the War of 1812

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

He is an amazing author and Lundy’s Lane is definitely a favorite.

[@alanpinn2266]

Terrific Peter! And I think I know a few of those folks! Nice to see everyone out for a splendid weekend. Till we meet again.... Cheers my friend!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That meeting is literally around the corner … thanks, Al.

[@Chazie_]

A great song and a beautiful ambience you have created in your wonderful cabin and tavern Peter and Cathy , god bless you both

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@beverlymichael5830]

What a great weekend that must have been. Looked like fun stretching hides. Nice to see you bring out the Taylor and treat us to a great song.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was indeed a very lovely weekend, Beverly. Taylor hasn’t been out of bed in a good long spell … kinda felt good.

[@deniscaron1306]

Thanks for the share of a great moment with a good gang of people! look like you all had a good time. And thanks for the tune.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was a great weekend.

[@uriah-s97]

Looks like a fun time with good friends! Love the music, your talents never cease to amaze! Keep up the fantastic work!

[@rickcooper6817]

Thank you, Mr. Peter! Very much enjoyed the conversations taking us back in time. You are a very well educated man, sir. Fine song writer and musician as well. The more of your videos I watch, the more I find we have in common and that's why I appreciate so much what you are doing and the videos you produce. Thanks again.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Kind words indeed, Rick , thank you.

[@stephankramb204]

Peter sings just like my old scottish freind Ian MacKintosh, a great dejavue.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m flattered, thank you.

[@garyrichardt1496]

Another good one many thanks for the tune and for sharing.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@ryanstottlemyer5698]

As always, Peter a wonderful video looks like all had a wonderful time. Congratulations on a fine coronation and condolences to one of the finest singers songwriters guitar players(Gordon Lightfoot). It’s good to hear each side, just found out about three of my ancestors who fought in the war of 1812, all Stottlemyer’s. I’ll have to do some research and see where they were at give you a detail. As always, thanks so much.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks, Ryan. Gordon is the reason I picked up my first guitar some 55 years ago. Love to here that family history if you can uncover it.

[@tracyking6657]

Another great video. Happy Birthday to Bob Miller and an early Happy Birthday to you Peter!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Tracy and I’ll pass on your well wishes to my good friend, Bob.

[@stevenshanofski6801]

A toast back at you Peter and company! It has been a pleasure being neighbors all these 200 odd years. You are always welcome in the States my friend.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Well then, I think I’ll come down to Virginia this coming weekend., lol … I’m heading to an event at Martin’s Station.

[@stevenshanofski6801]

Safe travels.

[@Tipi_Dan]

It's a really cool little scene you've got going there. It's remarkable that you built it all with your own hands just like the original pioneers.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you … kinda like the feeling of being self sufficient.

[@adamskryan9470]

Another great video Peter. I can’t get enough of this knowledge, and as a descendant of united empire loyalists (Adam Young - Haldimand) I feel it connects me to my roots. Thank you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. I too find connect with my ancestors past connects me in so many ways.

[@8626John]

Nice to see the younger folks getting interested in history.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is and. We could certainly use more.

[@tropifiori]

I have hunted in Alberta and Saskatchewan several times and have always enjoyed Canadians.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

What’s not to like, lol!

[@Afro408]

Yeah? How did you process them? Smoked and dried? Taste good? 🤣😉

[@Eyepealer]

How great is that! Young people living the past. Great shooting as well. Good looking rifles too! I shoot gongs with my b/p rifles as well, so much fun!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is my goal to get more young people involved in this wonderful hobby. Glad you enjoyed.

[@victortuten4399]

Gotta love good friends and great company. It looks like it was a great time was had by all! Thank you for sharing a bit of the past with us.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Our pleasure!

[@TibbyTibbles]

The American Revolution is probably my favourite historical topic, and as a Brit, the Loyalists interest me a fair bit and I've been reading upon them a bit more lately. What I found interesting is how perhaps the majority stayed in the US after the war despite the hardships, with them and their children going on to often back the Federalists. I know only a little about the war of 1812, so I'll have to dig in to reading. I believe a friend of mine did his thesis on the war of 1812 being a continuation of the revolution, I'll have to read that too. Certainly seems that way. Thanks for the video, and nice music

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The forgotten war it is often called, perhaps because there were really no winners or losers, with the exception of the natives. I to am quite fascinated wit Rev War era.

[@MTCOutdoors]

Beautiful song and well played and sung!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@JeffJensen55]

I am fascinated by history now (at 68), but if I had teachers who presented history as you do, I’d have likely had much more interest in those early years. Wonderful job, and a favorite part of your videos (although I do love all of it). ❤ “200 years of undefended border.” Just imagine a world without the need of border defense - I suppose we can hope and dream. We are truly fortunate to have such wonderful neighbors to the north!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was a grade 10 history teacher 55 years ago that turned me on to history and I’m forever in that man’s debt. I’m with you on all undefended borders …what a dream!

[@everettmaness5462]

Another great video at the Cabin and Black Smith Shop.. with lots of entertainment ending with your great singing. Love story songs.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Appreciate your kind words.

[@moorshound3243]

Wow that was epic, how do you remember that whole song?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Some stuff simply seems to stick in my brain, history especially! Thanks for the kind words.

[@jackcook8613]

I still think you ought to dig up some of those CDs of yours and start putting them out there for sale. Maybe make some new ones! Still the best show on KZbin.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I actually should be writing some new ones … it can be a great way to research and learn history.

[@greywindLOSP]

BRAVO SIR, BRAVO!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@stevenbp101]

Hi Peter, I’ve always enjoyed watching your videos. To see you playing guitar listening to you in front of your fireplace to me it’s like going back and remembering ever aspect of your cabin build. It’s been really great following you. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Thanks for a fine post, Steven!

[@aggieduke1]

Another great history lesson Peter. Love the song.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@vonscheer3993]

Very good thank you

[@Ilikeit616]

Howdy Peter What a time in history ... Having distance relatives in Nova Scotia and in the states .... most likely they fought each other .... Like your stories and your music and singing .... Does Cathy do any singing ? If so do a duet . It would be nice . Way down here a whole group get together and do an reenactment of the civil war .... sometimes it hits a local news channel ...

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

No doubt they did fight against each other. I used to do mounted cavalry with the6th Ohio.

[@Rays_Bad_Decisions]

I'm American and still love this guy:)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Why thank you, sir.

[@russellkeirstead-qi2jr]

My ancestors moved to New Brunswick after the revolutionary war. There is a Keirstead mountain up there some where

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Interesting family history, thanks for watching.

[@MrOj53]

I want to give you a piece of my story. I am Scandinavian, born in Skåne, southern Sweden. Someone in my family went to America but came back after a couple of years. I mean, I belong to the old tribe, then came the sixties, seventies. American movies music culture Harley Davidson shaped my life. America began with Columbus. Although when we played cowboys and Indians, I'd rather be an Indian. I am fascinated by your programs and am hooked on You Tube. but the further back we go, the more an "America" appears quite different. than what social history has to tell. Wishing you and your family a sunny day

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You most definitely know more about early American history than I know about Sweden. We do seems to stay insular.

[@MrOj53]

@@TheWoodlandEscape If you look down, you are standing on the same ground as me. Time is a journey, then, now dreams. I think many times history is more interesting than political carousels

[@isaiahrarrick5456]

My ancestor Wilhelm Rörich/William fought against the British in the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. I have a John George / Johann Georg in my family as well. Good video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. Love hearing from those that know their family history.

[@hayward434]

"Thank you Peter and family" is about al I can can say. The rest has already been said by those before me.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Too kind, Hayward. Thanks for the kind words.

[@martinmeltzer2696]

Hey Peter! I always felt a wave of sadness when I looked over the border into Canada and thought about 1812 and what could have been. The best description I ever heard of the U.S. behavior in that conflict was, "They walked into that war with all of the overconfidence of a teenager in his first bar fight." A lot of mistakes were made... but we learned from them (We could hardly get worse!)... and applied them to future conflicts... to our benefit. I suppose the silver lining is the long, undefended border between us; the long peace that has held since 1814 (54 40 or Fight hardly counts), and having a staunch and proven ally that can be relied upon when the chips are down. That was a great song that was well played & sung, by the way.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Wholehearted agree with that conflict. I’m so glad it turned out the way it did, allowing us the diversity that we will forever enjoy. As always, thanks for your continued use.

[@robertwiggins4921]

Oh boy!! I get to be the first Responder!! Oops Tadeusz beat me to it 😢 Gee, an 18th century trampoline to boot! Nice to see the compliment of 49th with you. I noted the comment of a cow taken for dinner and couldn't help but wonder, with all the Bess smooth bores in attendance, that a turkey wasn't added to the pot now that we are in the prime of the turkey season. Thanks to you Peter and Cathy for a fine episode. In fact you both issued two episodes this week which was unexpected. Best Regards to both of you!

[@jeffgrier8488]

I'm hoping that you don't mind this American tipping his hat to you for another fantastic video! Here's to hoping we can hoist an ale together one day! By the way, i love your hide stretching technique!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Jeff. Best pat of the stretching technique is I didn’t do much, lol.

[@LouisAndSabrina]

Thanks for the history talk and great music! Growing up in Alaska, I seem to remember a teacher telling us that the war of 1812 was simply about "Britain trying to retake America". I don't seem to recall hearing anything about The US invading Canada until I became interested in reading history books later in life. A shame when history teaching becomes oversimplified and sometimes just plain untrue. Great shooting! Are those smoothbores with no sights they were hitting that metal target with? If I can get half that good with my Brown Bess Carbine replica I'll be happy.

[@LouisAndSabrina]

And I shouldn't just say "they" . It appears that after the smoke cleared you'd nailed the target as well!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. They were all smoothbore muskets and most of them Brown Besses. The lug for the bayonet serves as a good front site and they are not nearly as inaccurate as people think. It is a true shame how many teach history … it is so much more than regurgitating dates on an exam.

[@jasondunlap4942]

Nice video. Sad your country has banned almost every type of gun. Here in Pennsylvania USA I'm locked and loaded to Protect and Serve not only my Community but my Family.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks, Jason.

[@GregoryMendell-i2z]

I really enjoy your channel. I've learned so much. I would interested in knowing whether many pioneer people had fire-dogs (andirons) and knowing about yours in particular. Also, I would be interested in knowing what materials (puke wood?) were used/carried for outdoor fire-starting prior to charred cloth being widely available. I suspect excess cloth for charring wasn't available for most people until the 19th century. Perhaps you'll get a chance to mention a wee bit of one of these subjects in a video. If you have already been there, done that, please disregard. Thanks. -Greg Mendell, Indiana

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Once blacksmiths were established in an area, most folks would have firedogs. The make fire building and burning much more efficient. Punk wood or Chaga were the go to for fire starting. Punk wood in the south and Chaga in the north. Punk wood was normally harvested from the interior of hollow trees, should be spongy to the feel. It was then charred the same way as making char cloth. It works very well.

[@GregoryMendell-i2z]

Thanks fo much for your reply. Please forgive for not responding sooner. We have been switching to a new email provider and your reply went to a "promotions" file I just stumbled on to today.

[@ashleyanderson2859]

Appreciate your efforts and dedication! So Peter when can we expect your album to be released? Several songs on your channel now. Thanks again and keep your powder dry!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I actually did make a CD 15 years or so ago and it is horrible, Recorded in my brother in laws basement, with amateur equipment. Should have done the entire thing in a higher key. Sent me your address and I’ll mail you a copy. If interested, of course. Don’t post it on this format but, send it to my email.

[@ashleyanderson2859]

@@TheWoodlandEscape sometimes we judge ourselves way to harshly! We learn by doing!

[@donbearden2618]

Happy early birthday Peter.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Why thank you, Don.

[@donbearden2618]

@@TheWoodlandEscape You are most welcome. Keep those wonderful videos coming.

[@scottmiller1297]

Dear friend kind of off topic a long time ago I found the company that was making reproduction Jesuit trade rings you wouldn't have any idea what company it is would u would appreciate some information they made several different styles in silver and brass and can't find them now ???

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m afraid I do not, wish I could have helped.

[@terryteed1903]

Gawd, it makes my shin crawl when i see a fire arm leaning against a wall lol. The beastings i had as a young soldier for doing that.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I totally understand all the reasons not to, lol … I hope you’ve healed.

[@judyjenson2918]

Love the singing......

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks so much, Judy.

[@rogerclyde2720]

Old Hickory, suggest to anyone one to read the history of the provocation that lead up to the war. British were beat back twice securing our Nation. Ended in a Geographical Draw, everything lost on both sides was restored. Except Kidnapped American Seaman. Madison caving in to political pressure didn’t help at all. problems came the the Crown “ the buck stops there “ U.S. Army at the time was too young and never trained to be a invading occupying force, except for a hope to expand American Liberty what could possibly be gained by the invasion of Canada. As far as Jefferson’s remark he was simply trying to impress the Press he had been out of Office four years at the time of his uninformed remark.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

All good points, Roger. I still do get a smile out of Jefferson’s quote though, as do most of us on this side of the border.

[@rogerclyde2720]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Was a pleasure seeing the young people taking part in History, Cancel Culture here is a anti freedom movement discouraging the Historical education of our youth. When ever possible I share with any that will listen and they always listen with excitement when hearing about their true roots. I encourage them to scour the used book stores for old History books.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Good for you, Roger. If we wish to keep history alive we need to find different ways to engage them!

[@davidprocter3578]

I believe the BB was still being issued to some native troops in the colonies well into the early twentieth century.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Now that I did not know … interesting!

[@davidprocter3578]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I use the term troops in the loosest sense , raised malitia, reservists, areas where the colonial powers did not wish to issue more advanced weaponry.and native police forces. I believe the French took much the same attitude. It was a time when revolution was in the air and the powers that be were considerably more nervous than they let on. Two hundred years though must be some sort of record for a fire arm. Of course the BB saw most of it's last campaigning in the American civil war.

[@BubuH-cq6km]

"Bloody Limy's shooting our food, let's attack at their tea time when they least expect it and send em back to King George tared and feathered and they can squawk in his court"

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Too funny.

[@stephankramb204]

One more interesting lesson of American History by Peter. Thanks very much!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you liked it!

[@joannerodgers5205]

And he sings and plays guitar too! Is there anything you can’t do? I grew up across the river from Lundy’s Lane. And have an ancestor who was a gunmaker from Huntingdon County, PA, whose militia was in Buffalo a month before the British burned it down. He made Bedford style guns. The militia was ordered to cross the river but they refused, saying they swore an oath to defend their country, not to invade another.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You flatter me, sir. That is an interesting wee bit of history and all the imploring by their commanders could not get them to budge.

[@tadeuszjaremko2652]

I love your videos. Thanks.

[@MoePoe777]

Peter's wide range of skills and talents really make for an authentic portrayal of the mid eighteenth-century frontier living/surviving. His persona looks the part and he is living in the era in a manner very few folks could accomplish. I really appreciate the snippets of historical storytelling, which is rare these days with devices being the info portals for so many people.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I am flattered sir by your kind words and truly appreciate your interest in our step back in time endeavour.

[@MoePoe777]

I had the opportunity to stay in the historic Logan Inn in New Hope, PA, which was recently remodeled at the time in the early 2000s to mostly period correct furnishings. The Logan Inn, located in beautiful New Hope was established as an inn in 1727 and is the oldest continuously run Inn in Bucks County and one of the five oldest in the United States. By contrast to the frontier, the settled areas had some pretty sophisticated surroundings. The furniture makers and cabinet makers of the era were superb craftsmen. And the wood they used was far superior to modern lumber. It may be interesting to an arborist that the Logan Inn remodeling was done by family connected to the Asplundh worldwide tree services.@@TheWoodlandEscape

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

@@MoePoe777 Sounds like a place I’d like to visit! I pushed a lot of brush through the chippers that bear the name.

[@marieleopold1625]

WHAT a 'Dandy' vid this was!..I thank the varied and blessed talents of both; Emperor Peter and his Empress Catherine. Fine young soldiers U had on hand 4 a time...bet their talents would B valued on returning visits eh? U R speaking of my youthful places of adventure, I grew up in St.Catharines, only 8 miles from Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-lake. How I loved 2 visit the battle sites and imagine away...I was truly blessed 2 enjoy such historical sites. You've made no mention of the wonderful; Laura Secord. I add then the 'wee bit' 4 the women heroines...her perilous walk of 22 miles 2 warn the British of the American approach, was of 'Great' assistance. She had such fears of the Americans killing her B 4 her mission accomplished...she had 2 strategize well her timing and method of walking. Now 2 embellish a 'wee bit' as U sometimes do good Peter...I wonder if her talents 4 chocolates perhaps were a means of 'persuasion' should she be approached/stopped/delayed? Something to ponder! LOL! Well done on the ballad Peter! Sir Isaac was humble, to be sure...I quote him; "If I'm good at anything , it's self-sabotage." Health and God Bless! :)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Laura Secord deserves an wee bit of history all to herself … might just have to do that. Embellish you say, one should never let the truth get in the way of a good story! As to Sir Issac Brock’s quote, I believe many of us are guilty as charged. You make my day, Marie, thank you.

[@kd5uxb]

But never forget the battle of Grimsby where Americans came and helped save the town from the British. We weren't all bad ❤

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed, sir and I’ve never considered my American friends bad at all.

[@JanTrewhitt]

What a nice thing to do to host that Regiment at the Woodland escape, looks like a grand time was had by all!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Actually, Jan, they are the ones that are nice, simply by attending.

[@michellel5402]

We certainly did have a grand time! Peter is too humble lol, they are fantastic hosts!

[@2gpowell]

Hi Peter, great video ! Nice to see you are able to get out with your friends and enjoy some living history. my son and I have been constantly bombarded with snow and rain for days. Hoping soon to begin construction of our summer camp and hurl some round shot! Take care, see ya on the next👍

[@wadeschwartz6281]

Love the channel , love the history . But this one made me think of the future, one day it will be one KING and one KINGDOM ,,,Jesus… perfect peace …

[@lancehenderson7249]

Great video Peter and Kathy, lots of company at the cabin. Was surprised that the younger generation is involved. Love the history as well. Keep your powder dry. Thank-you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Like many of us old timers, we are making concerted efforts to get younger folks involved. The hobby will soon pass away with out new blood. As always, Lance, we appreciate your continued interest.

[@elwoodtaylor1092]

Mighty fine singing Peter

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Very kind, thank you.

[@johnhartsock6370]

Does anyone make a good quality Hawken rifle now days ?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Try the Log Cabin. I’m not a percussion shooters so not all that familiar.

[@Nick-wn1xw]

Pedersoli

[@HansWilder]

My father does, he is the best builder ...

[@jamesellsworth9673]

The War of 1812 split our family into Aylsworth/Ellsworth spellings. Some of the family emigrated to Canada, settling near Kingston. One member of the family, Tom Elsworth, fought on the American side at Sacketts Harbor. One of the Aylsworths later became a Postmaster General in the DeLaurier government.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Wonderful story and family history, thank you for sharing.

[@ianandresen2326]

I'm sorry I missed that weekend! I had held one here at the farm with IMUC a couple of years ago. It was great fun. Lovely video. Thank you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Another time Ian. Is it IMUC that you belong to?

[@donbearden2618]

Peter, I'm so glad you have this channel on KZbin. I've always enjoyed history, but hearing history about Canada,and the early years of frontier life around there is just so fascinating.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Well, I’m certainly glad you’re enjoying, Don.

[@donbearden2618]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Really enjoyed the episode about the powder horn.

[@craigcook1571]

What you putting in that pipe Peter??? 😱 I hooopppee that is rabbit tobacee, and not the wacky stuff your generation is known for Lol Good song, well sung👍🏻

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Straight up fine Virginia tobacee…thrived the other stuff once decades ago in College and I most certainly never wanted to try it a second time.

[@craigcook1571]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Lol, I’ve never tried it. I used to smoke cigar’s for the taste but that’s all

[@boscodog4358]

Can you tell me the caliber of the BrownBess?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is .74.

[@boscodog4358]

I have a original. Barrel shorten Percussion lock civil war Era

[@sandydaviswhytelewis5387]

I was knodding just like you Peter just now when I realized I miss you all 😊❤

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@kathymoll7010]

What a wonderful video. Your song sent me to a very happy, peaceful place. The food, the fire and good people to share it with. Cathy's smile brightens the room.Thank you for doing these videos for I truly enjoy them.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Always a kind word, Kathy, thank you.

[@guyinacoffeeshop2239]

Wow. You blew my mind. Great song, sir.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Why thank you.

[@guyinacoffeeshop2239]

@@TheWoodlandEscape your welcome sir. Keep your powder dry

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And you be watching yer top knot!

[@kingrafa3938]

You really can sing Peter and by the way, that's a nice song.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Why thank you sir.

[@arleneisenberg5168]

Loved the song Peter and so nice to see the 49th regiment of Foot Gen Brock's regiment gather for a muster at Woodland Escape keeping History alive in the most authentic way for generations to come Brava Our Historic St.Marys City,MD and their amazing archaeology team unearthed 15 year old male with a broken femur from a 300 year old grave at the St.Mary's Fort site appears to be one of the 1st European settlers here Can't wait to visit the site on a walking tour

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks so much Arlene. That sounds like a place I too would like to tour.

[@arleneisenberg5168]

@@TheWoodlandEscape it certainly is a wonderful place to take a peak in Maryland's First Colony beautiful park with wonderful historical treasures I'm sure you and Cathy would enjoy it !!!

[@smoothvern165]

Another great video! These history lessons are excellent. I love your KZbin channel!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You flatter us, sir.

[@lae52]

That's a nice video. On a different note, the Sugar River 'Fencibles here in Ouisconsing had the honor to moon King Charles on his coronation day. The only possible defense, if needed, is it was the first big rendezvous of the year up country in Ouisconsing.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That’s funny … thanks for sharing.

[@christianb.4726]

Great channel ❤️ but beeing historicaly more correct, please use a (Laute) Lute or barrock guitar. Greetings from the country of birth of Christian Martin, Germany. 🎸

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I know it is very inaccurate but, if you could hear my violin playing you’ll know why, lol. Appreciate your interest.

[@richardliles4415]

Thank you, Peter and Cathy, that was a treat. I’m probably going to embarrass myself, but I thought you were going to say those two young soldiers were jumping on some historic trampolines. I was waiting for one to do a flip. Thank you.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I was waiting for a flip or two as well … hard to get good help, lol.

[@richardliles4415]

@@TheWoodlandEscape 👍🤣👍

[@earlshaner4441]

Good afternoon from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone else

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Earl.

[@larryreese6146]

Had 2 grandfathers, father and son, who took part in some of the fighting during that war. But they had nothing to do with an invasion of Canada, The father was a Revolutionary War veteran and with his Cherokee son they fought the Creeks at Horseshoe Bend. The father took a debilitating wound in a mop up action after the Horseshoe. The son was also wounded at the Horseshoe. Today the sons silver mounted rifle, presented to him by James Madison for actions in the battle, hangs in Horseshoe Bend Military Museum. He was known as the whale. His real name was Charles Reese. He went on to be a signer of the first Cherokee Constitution, a senator for Chickamauga district in the old nation and possibly a senator in Going Snake district in Cherokee nation west and helped the Moravians interpret the Bible into Cherokee. Because of internal troubles with the tribe, in which he had 2 nephews , a son, and an old associate and friend killed, he decided to go with a group of other Cherokees to find a new home for members of the treaty party in Texas. He contracted lung fever, died and was buried somewhere along the Colorado River in Texas in an unmarked grave. His father received a pension for the wounds he received in 1814. He also received a pension for his services in the Revolution but died before he could collect. He was buried in Tennessee. Old paper recounts, "buried this day, Charles Tasker Reese, a soldier of the Revolution."

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Wow, what a fascinating story, I can’t thank you enough for sharing that, Larry. Love to see that firearm!

[@larryreese6146]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I've never seen it either, only heard the story's until recently I was glancing at a forum on internet which featured old Indian trade rifles. The whales riffle was mentioned. They showed pictures of the rifle. Most of the information about the older fellow came from a single book. Most of the other info came from several books and an article from either the Cherokee Phoenix or Cherokee advocate. If you would be interested I'll find that internet article with the pictures and send it to you via the comment section.

[@larryreese6146]

@@TheWoodlandEscape type in the long rifle forum, the whales rifle

[@1951shelby]

Great video as always

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Appreciate your kind words.

[@charleswilliams9647]

excellent as usual.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks, Charles.

[@robertsmith9970]

Another good one. BTW, I got another turkey with my Brown Bess last week.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Congratulations, Robert. The Bess makes a great scatter gun!

[@stephencritchley9355]

Thanks Peter & Cathy.for the gathering & letting us join you. Really enjoyed the singing. You really do have a voice for those ballads. I noticed Gordon Lightfoot just passed - you did him proud!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Funny you should mention Gord, it’s because of my love for his music that I first started to learn guitar.

[@woodmanhugh]

I know as Americans we know all to well the bad treatment of indigenous people. I am curious about your take on the treatment of indigenous people in Canada by the British? french? Spanish?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Equally as bad, Hugh, on this side of the border. While we didn’t take their land by force, we took it through deceit. Then, like you we entered into residential schools which came close to wiping out the culture totally. There is a Hugh resurgence to get it back, thankfully.

[@JeffGloverArts]

Excellent!! … although I'm American to the core. Thank you for this. Are the lyrics and chords to the song available?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Jeff. They aren’t but, if I get some time I’ll post in the description.

[@JeffGloverArts]

@@TheWoodlandEscape , thank you, Peter. It's a fine song.

[@ridecaptain1]

Great living history video. It's sad that it took so much conflict to find common ground.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is indeed and sadly, it continues to this day around the world.

[@timberdrifter8225]

No hard feelings, eh? Here's to another 200+ years of peace! That plug cutter is great. Is that an original or a reproduction? I couldn't get a close enough look to tell.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Nope, no hard feelings here, lol. The tobacco cutter is indeed an original … mid 1800’s.

[@SirFrederick]

49th ROF Uniform looks a lot like le régiment saintonge

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

They do look similar.

[@mikesherman4565]

Love your soft voice in song

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.