Concord & The Shot Heard 'Round the World | History Traveler Episode 261

Ralph Waldo Emerson called it "The Shot Heard 'Round the World". In this episode, we're picking up where we left off at Lexington to explore the battlefield at Concord where Minute Men & militia poured out from the hillsides to engage the British regulars in the start of the American Revolution.
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[@jamesbower8015]

Being British this is all new history to me, cuz funnily enough we are taught next to nothing in UK schools about the war of independence. Please keep up the great work your work is greatly appreciated.

[@Dog-O]

It’s funny how the towns like Concord and Lexington where these battles took place have the highest taxes in Massachusetts by far. Probably some of the highest in the country. And have become some of the richest and snooty towns in Massachusetts. $15-20k a year for the privilege to live there. It’s like the British never left. 😂

[@jimbriggs8648]

its funny hearing him say CON-CORD...we pronounce it CONG-KID. A lot of the time people who live in this region take these beautiful areas for granted and never really dig deep into the history. It's refreshing to see you bring our history to the forefront

[@kevingary7018]

Thanks for the history lesson on the Battles of Lexington and Concord. It should help the liberals who wonder why Americans value and defend their Second Amendment.

[@brianpmessier4977]

Its so sad that Massachusetts has become such a liberal pacifistic state known for its soft on crime and hard on the 2nd ammendment. It is where we started the fight for the freedoms we now so easily assume as ours.

[@Cabmaker]

Can’t wait for the next episode. You are a very talented guy with telling these stories of our history!

[@jwa1948]

History Channel needs to have these episodes rather than the WOKE programing they have now. Channel has been totally ruined.

[@Waldenpunk]

Well done! As a Concord historian I'm usually wary of non-Concordians telling "our" story. I know, snotty AF. But you did well! And you spotlighted the Barrett farm! Kudos!

[@jackiemack8653]

People please don't forget to thumbs up and comment or JD will be interrupted by YT

[@southc4463]

Haha bro just casually got 4 canons laying around the house

[@jbellos1]

I am so grateful that you have finally begun The Revolution trail. Thank you for bringing us along.

[@gehmangang8006]

Fascinating series! Thanks for taking us along and walking us through history! You do it so well!

[@kevinsmith5288]

Thanks for this video! Years ago my family would go to Concord every fourth of July to visit relatives. We would feast on a lobster dinner, they were cooked outside in a large metal trough, then head out to see the historic sights. Those were great days!

[@kimberlypatton9634]

This makes my heart full of pride in these daring,forward thinking and brave patriots!

[@sscinamon]

Thanks for your videos. I'm 62 and I've learned so much from your videos. Learned about the Civil War and others but nothing about the American revolution in school. Thanks for the good work you do.

[@ryanflynn3861]

Every year there is a reenactment there on the Patriots Day holiday, which is always a Monday. Definitely worth a visit

[@robertm.9633]

Being American to the core but having British family makes me appreciate this time period in our shared history. The two of us 🇺🇸🇬🇧are forever tied at the hip. Might as well learn as much from each perspective as we can.

[@atlasmasterdmind4070]

When I lived in Bedford for a year I walked the whole battle trail from Lexington to Concord and back many times. Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. You can utterly feel the history. Thanks for this great video series.

[@jaime4890]

I am loving this series, and it’s coming at a perfect time. My daughter will be taking high school US history next semester, so over the Christmas break we will be watching. These videos act as a perfect visual learning experience! Keep up the great work!

[@lawndw]

I haven't watched this particular video yet, however, I just wanted to drop a thanks for all the work you are putting into your channel. I am a huge history nut and you have quickly become one of my go to channels to watch.