FAMOUS GRAVES & Christmas Wreaths at Jefferson Barracks | History Traveler Episode 30

[@scottmurphy3683]

I've worked here for 6 years the last 3 as the engraver, always nice to see our beautiful cemetery appreciated thanks

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh wow. My pleasure. Thanks for the work that you’re doing there. 🇺🇸

[@GrammerAngel]

What a really great job. You serve your country in a unique way.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

GrammerAngel 🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@jeffreylc]

@ Scott Murphy. Thanks for what u do. My Grandmother’s brother is buried at Jefferson Barracks. KIA. Korea

[@RLS-bu4bj]

The scene with the deer are so lovely. Some of these people died so terribly. My own ancestor is buried in a national cemetery. His loss devastated his widow and children, but it gives me comfort to think deer might visit his grave on a quiet winter afternoon.

[@JC-zt1zu]

In Australia we say: They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. Lest we forget.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

J C - As I’ve said before, this is why I love doing these videos. I always learn something. I didn’t know where the title of Peter Jackson’s “They Shall Not Grow Old” until now. Thanks!

[@JC-zt1zu]

@@TheHistoryUnderground well there you go. He is from New Zealand which is where I am originally from. NZ and Australia have the ANZACs from world war 1 at the Gallipoli campaign. Definitely worth reading about if you have time . Great video mate. Merry christmas to you and your family. You enjoy the snow whilst I have a beer in the pool.

[@KH-fj8wq]

"WE WILL REMEMBER THEM" Lest we Forget

[@helenecadle7822]

The poem was originally written by an English poet called Laurence Binyon

[@cowboyjoseph23]

I had the privilege to meet Mickael Blassie's sister in DC on POW day. She was the spokesman for the family in getting him identified and reinterred. Both of them served in the Air Force. God Bless our Troops.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow!

[@johnschumacher1769]

Michael Blassie was moved to JB and interred right about the time my Mom was. There was a ceremony that was covered in the press in St Louis. I remember my Father being very upset that a national monument would be 'desecrated' to give the remains to the family. I told him my opinion is that no one should ever be 'unknown', and that the family deserved to have their loved one returned.

[@jeanatwood1421]

It is so beautiful to see the white-tail deer among the tombstones.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@kimberleyannedemong5621]

JD when you said freedom is not free truer words have never been spoken. My is a decorated honorably discharged Marine who saw combat in Afghanistan i know what that cost him & yet if needed he would do it all over again. To quote the Toby Keith song American Soldier "I don't want to die for you but if dying's asked of me I'll bear that cross with honor" We owe all our military but particularly those who died in service to this country a debt we can never repay. I like all your videos but the tours of a military cemetery really tug my heart strings. God bless you & continued safe travels

[@GrammerAngel]

My cousin, a retired serviceman, volunteered to place wreaths last Christmas. After placing over a hundred wreaths on graves, he took the last of the wreaths and walked across the snowy field to place it on my mother's grave. He took a picture and sent it to me. It was the best Christmas present he could have possible given me.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow. Thanks for sharing that. Hats off to the people who do that work.

[@GrammerAngel]

@@TheHistoryUnderground If you are ever back in the Saint Louis area, Bellefontaine Cemetery is an historical wonder. So much history. They have self guided tour pamphlets at the office. Adolphus Bush, Thomas Hart Benton, William Clark (Lewis and Clark), William Tucumsa. Sherman, General Sterling Price are just a few. Well worth the trip if you have not been.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

GrammerAngel - One of my earlier videos called Digging Up Dred Scott takes a visit to Calvary Cemetery, which is close by. Need to get to Bellefontaine though. Thanks!

[@GrammerAngel]

@@TheHistoryUnderground I have family at Calvary, so no disrespect, but Bellefontaine is historically more significant. And the Dred Scott grave is a disgrace to the historical significance of the man.My grandparents (poor farmers) are interred in the same section, and they have a better grave marker than poor Mr. Scott!

[@chadeenTohapak]

Thanks for showing us all the Heroes. You are right pronouncing the place called Palawan.😊

[@melindagordonbeck8958]

My dad, mom and sister are buried there. Thank you JD…

[@swearenginlawanda]

Wreaths across America is an awesome program. Donations are taken to help pay for the wreaths. The company that makes them gives a certain amount for each Veterans cemetery nation wide. Truck drivers volunteer to deliver. My husband was the director of tge Veterans cemetery in the bootheel of MO for many years. They received enough Donations to ensure all headstones had a wreath

[@andreagebhart9165]

I live in Edwardsville, right outside of St. Louis and volunteer at Bellefontaine Cemetery in St. Louis. We actually have more Medal of Honor recipients buried there than Jefferson Barracks does. Both are moving places.

[@1psychofan]

I love how you summed this up with the very Gospel Itself! And the music….the deer….well done! Watched this several times…tear up each and every time! God is so good! Thanks for this one!

[@susangibney3805]

Amen. Amen. The thing is ... you present these stories in such a way ... that brings it home. I love watching them. Thank you for your generous and loving perspective. And Merry Christmas and God Bless.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

susan gibney - Wow. Thank you. That means a lot. Thanks so much for watching. Have a Merry Christmas.

[@michaelevans205]

At a place called Scopwick, a neat little village in Lincolnshire, there is a small cemetery. It was a place of pilgrimage for me because, in a section of that cemetery, there are about 50 Commonwealth war graves with their distinctive white headstones. You get that quite a lot in the UK, little village churchyards or large municipal cemeteries with a scattering of such graves. The one at Scopwick is special because it is the final resting place of John Gillespie Magee, an American pilot with the RAF who was killed in a flying accident in 1941 while based in the area. Magee wrote one of the most famous poems of all time, High Flight. So often quoted and to old philistine me, an artistic ignoramus, just so beautiful. President Reagan quoted it at the memorial service for the crew of Challenger, I believe. So, in a British village lies an American poet. And in the same cemetery are five graves which are not white rectangles but heavy crosses of stone instead; German servicemen from WW2. I am unaware of the reason for their being there - maybe the crew of a shot down bomber, but I always find it poignant to see such things.

[@idyllicmoon3651]

I appreciate your comments in this video about the "revisionist history" we're going through these days. As painful as some of U.S. history is, if we don't learn from it, we will continue to repeat the errors of the past and never get better as a people.

[@1psychofan]

Up early on Saturday-binging your channel! The sincere sharing of The Gospel at the end of this episode, together with the music of Silent Night….what a powerful episode! I literally tear up every time I watch it. And I watch this one a lot!

[@ranpat30]

Thank you for this. I participated in the laying of wreaths there at JB a few years ago. I believe it was 2021. There was no snow on the ground at the time. The National Cemetery at JB is a beautiful place. As a veteran and a Civil War living historian I would like to add that there is a very good CW museum there. Again, thanks for the great job you do, JD.

[@jsea1010]

Both of my parents are interned here in this marvelous cemetery as well as other family members. Much history to ponder here.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

J Sea - Very much. The very first History Traveler video that I did was from this location as well quite the place.

[@ralphnetta4563]

Excellent, excellent words. God Bless these United States of America 🇺🇸

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ralph Netta - Thank you. Words don’t do justice for what those men and women did.

[@lindachandler6651]

SO many reasons that I love this episode. My favorite so far.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@joielaw-montgomery7250]

What an amazing place and video. . .thank you JD for not only taking us on these journeys but your kind and compassionate heart for our Lord. . .in these days and age, we need daily, if not hourly reminders of His grace and love. . .thank you for not only bringing history but HIStory. . .

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@epfan4life1]

The story of the mass grave is so horrific! I ended up crying.😭😭😭😭

[@wendyburnett4086]

This was such a moving video. I spoke "Amen" after your comments about reconsiliation. So many died for freedom.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@cynthiacronin2794]

I live in Missouri. Jefferson barracks is heart breaking.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Cynthia Cronin - Pretty moving place.

[@kathyburt9285]

What a wonderful message at the end. Very much needed in this world.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Kathy Burt 🙏🏼

[@ghost-ez2zn]

No soldier deserved a medal of honor for Wounded Knee. Period. It was a disgrace. That he was awarded one is also a disgrace and speaks volumes about our history and culture at the time. That's why history is important. Thank you for bringing this info to us!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Well said. Thanks!

[@robertleonard3108]

I am from the St. Louis area. My mother and father are both buried in Jefferson Barracks. Thanks for video

[@pamlamb892]

Such a touching video with such an important message. Beautifully produced. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you. Appreciate that.

[@robertmoyer175]

Having watched this many times and an individual who participates in wreaths across America, this is always a moving video to watch

[@billd.iniowa2263]

At 14:30 I just had to smile. Very moving words JD. What a wonderful tribute. The does seemed roused by your words too! Thank you for an informative and moving video. ;-)

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Bill D. in Iowa - 🙏🏼

[@brettgayer8170]

The full Gospel I love it brother and it should be remembered every day of the year including Christmas keep up the good work man I’m digging it

[@briangeldmacher759]

A beautiful message of reconciliation in a beautiful place. Thank you for what you are doing.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks. Appreciate that. Much to be learned from the past.

[@2.7petabytes]

My grandfather is buried there. Thanks for the video

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Definitely an honor to buried there alongside so many other heroes. Thanks for sharing that.

[@Bravo_116Cinema]

Amen brother! There is no other name but the name of Jesus that man can be saved

[@lloydknighten5071]

My grandfather, grandmother, and several uncles are interred here at Jefferson Barracks. I too have visited the graves of Jack Buck, Lt. Michael Blassie, and others. Thanks for the great video.

[@jamesmccullough1395]

I am a new subscriber and a Canadian, however, none of that matters as I see you channel as educational and with a little bit of god speak which is nice. Keep up the great work that you do.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

James McCullough - Thank you. I really do appreciate that. I need to get up to Canada one of these days and do a series of videos. Have a Merry Christmas! 🇨🇦

[@vanessatlmt]

I’ve been doing some armchair traveling lately and your videos are the top of my list. I enjoy the little pieces of information you give that I would otherwise not be aware of. I enjoy your perspective on things.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks so much! So glad that you’re enjoying it. Much appreciated 😁

[@lannyfaulkner6697]

Wonderful video and blessed opportunity to share the gospel. Thanks!

[@grh8183]

I really appreciated your words regarding Christmas and reconciliation; while it can debated (at lest in my mind) about whether or not monuments to CSA individuals should exist, I personally believe all the dead deserve at least a modicum of dignity such as a proper burial and marker.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you.

[@lauratibbles6598]

My husband is barrier at Jefferson barracks Cemetery I go there often and just drive around there is a lot of history at that cemetery and it is a peaceful place and beautiful as well thank you for sharing. this piece

[@samculper6699]

I had an event at JB a few weeks ago and afterwards I stopped by the cemetery to find a couple of graves for my daughter. She is a Civil War buff working on a history degree with a museum studies minor. She discovered that two of Brigadier General Lewis Armistead's children are buried at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. I found their graves and sent her photos. I'm sure you know, but some viewers may not, BG Armistead was a brigade commander in Picket's division and died of wounds received at Gettysburg during Picket's Charge. He was wounded at the Angle after penetrating the Federal line. He died two days later in a Federal field hospital.

[@priestap]

Amen brother. I love this channel - thank you for proclaiming the Gospel.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@williamthomas1]

Both my Grandfathers are here, WW2 Germany and Japan, and my Grandmothers are with them. My Father is also here and recently my Uncle with his Wife.

[@domgeise221]

Brother, I know this video is 2 years old but I've been guided by the muse to comment. Your content may be the best on KZbin. I got the urge to write this as you introduced the Indian wars moh recipient. You never hear unbiased logic anymore and it's almost shocking to hear someone think so rationally out loud. So from me to you sir, thank you. Please keep doing what you do. It's just the bees knees

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@stevetodd5442]

Thank you so much for these videos. As someone who used to live near DC mad visited often, it's amazing to hear some of the back stories of all the men and women that helped shape this country and died for our rights. Freedom isn't free. It takes people to keep that dream real for us!!! Have a safe holiday!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Well said. Have a Merry Christmas!

[@williambechmann6547]

I visited the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery yesterday, JD. Since I am an American Civil War buff, I wanted to visit the Federal and Confederate sailors and soldiers graves. My visit was very humbling and I share your same thoughts on reconciliation. God bless, Bill

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks for watching and for visiting the cemetery. It’s quite the place.

[@bigrobnz]

Your videos are so amazing...I wonder how I can go a day with-out watching one..... EVERY American student should be watching these....if you do not study history you are fated to repeat it......

[@jimsimpson8169]

My uncle who is now retired used to set up the funerals at Jefferson Barracks.

[@my3sons1996]

Thank you for sharing these places of history as well as your faith.

[@mcvb765]

Sir you’ve done a fantastic job on your videos. This one is very moving. My wife and I have been doing the wreath laying at a local cemetery for the past few years. It is by far one of the must moving things that I have done. Please keep up your work. Great job and God bless.

[@judygrandstrand9784]

Thank you for sharing your faith. God has indeed blessed us.

[@Michael-zz2xp]

I just want to say thank you and that I'm thankful someone like your self takes time out to really study the history of our great country and the way you do it keeps me watching more so thanks bud keep it up

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks so much for that! I really do appreciate it. If you catch one from time to time that you like more than the others, feel free to share it out :)

[@Michael-zz2xp]

Your Arlington cemetery was also favorite of mine and those me were to see that would be proud

[@ShortAcres]

Thank you for sharing. As part of the purpose of my rural east central Indiana historical society I help manage I share your videos often. We are a private non profit with the purpose for public education. Your tours and things you find interesting as well as perspective you share are kindred. We look forward to going on the next virtual tour with you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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

[@suzieaustin.5905]

Someone is always complaining about something. Thankyou for the video. I just started watching you, I have learned a lot. Rest in peace everyone who ever you are 💖💖 🕊️🕊️🤗🤗 Susie from Puyallup Washington State.

[@1spookychick]

Where to begin. My family's military history goes all the way back to the Revolutionary War. In all branches of the Military. Even today members of my family are serving. I did a stint in the U.S. Army. So these videos of National Cemeteries are very emotional for me especially of this one as I have several family members buried here. The grave of Lt. Blassie was very emotional. To think that after all those years....when you begin to think that his remains would never be found...only to find him and to finally have some closure. I also found it difficult listening to the story of the soldiers deliberately murdered in the Philippines. As many times that I have been to Jefferson Barracks, I did not know that mass grave was there. GOD BLESS ALL WHO SERVE THIS COUNTRY AND THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR OUR FREEDOM.

[@smallworld-bigislandvideo8726]

Great Video ... Military Cemeteries are sad place , nice to see some of the stories behind the Headstones ... RIP and God Bless America my Brothers ...Aloha

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

There's definitely a certain melancholy to them. Especially in winter. Thanks for watching!

[@NotInMyRepublic]

Grew up across the street from JB Park. Many great times going thru the trails. Have several relatives buried there, Spanish-American, WWII, and Korea. Interesting factoid, both RE Lee and US Grant were stationed at the fort there at JB.

[@peggybaxter8480]

Very moving video. So many young lives lost too soon. Thank You

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you for watching.

[@scottcrockett8270]

That was GREAT man. Keep the history coming! The more obscure the better!!!!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks. I really do appreciate that. Should have some videos that bounce around to different parts of the country in the coming weeks. All kinds of interesting stuff to learn out there.

[@elvisknight8619]

My grandfather is buried there. U.S Navy. Was present at Pearl Harbor. Armin E. Juenger mm2.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Heroes.

[@stevenvicino8687]

My father, my older brother and one of my best friends are all buried there.

[@Cwrobison82]

Just found your channel, thank you so much for your respect and information. My wife and I started watching this series today and got to this video. Looking forward to watching more in the days to come. I am from St. Louis and have recommended your channel on fb. Thanks again.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! Thanks so much for that. Hope that you continue to enjoy the content 🙂

[@withcheeseproductions]

My grandfather and grandmother are buried there. My grandfather was in the army air corps and then into the air force. He served in ww2, Korea, and Vietnam. He also worked at the Missouri state penitentiary.

[@JC-zt1zu]

I can't get over the amount of loss in those cemeteries. On my tour of Afghanistan in 2010 we lost 8 and that was unheard of.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

J C - I think about that kind of stuff often. Not to minimize the sacrifices made today, but I wonder what the contemporary public reaction would be to the losses at a Normandy or Gallipoli or Iwo Jima. Hard to imagine.

[@JC-zt1zu]

@@TheHistoryUnderground I completely agree. I was in America recently doing a tour of LA, vegas, San Fran etc and saw so many military bases and people wearing military uniforms. I couldn't get over the amount that I saw. I often wondered why Americans are so patriotic but after watching your video and seeing the amount of loss that must effect just about every citizen in your country then I came to realise that it would be hard not being patriotic and not celebrating the people that serve. People can hate war all they like, and I agree, but respect must be given to those that serve and do what others won't do in order to make this world a better place. I met so many great Americans whilst serving in Tarin Kowt Afghanistan and still keep in touch with them to this day.

[@nanikadir]

I’m really impressed that you know so much and how learned you are. how much facts you could remember especially the years and the stories behind it and you laid it out as if you are reading from a history book.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!🙂

[@monty_reneepearison3053]

Beautiful video. Thank you so much.

[@darrengilbert7438]

Great video. I'm sorry to see that a few individuals found a reason to give it a thumbs down.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@richardcranium2581]

St. Louis native. Thanks for posting

[@karianneesseveld8240]

Really important videos to watch and thank you for telling the history.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@giselecomeans2091]

Love wreaths across America! My brothers did not receive wreaths this year; I make sure they all have flags though when I decorate.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Gisele Comeans - I had never heard of it before this year. The section of the cemetery where the wreaths were laid looked amazing. Especially with the snow.

[@giselecomeans2091]

Greenlawn Cemetery here in Columbus you will find Eddie Rickinbacker.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Gisele Comeans - Oh wow! I definitely need to check that out sometime. Thanks!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Gisele Comeans - Ha! I guess that maybe I should go ahead and do that 😅

[@mikebottiaux5850]

My Aunt & Uncle are both buried there. Beautiful video ❤️

[@KH-fj8wq]

An Amazing and Truly humbling Video, and your words are most fitting. Bless you brother

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

K H - Many thanks. Always humbling to visit these places.

[@Carolbearce]

Wow, this was amazing to see. Love your message and music choice at the end.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks. Appreciate that.

[@tnphotobug]

Beautiful, deeply moving video. Thank you!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@wifeand3cats]

I LOVE your channel and am thankful for your time, energy and talent to produce these videos. The knowledge you share is vital to understanding our past and learning from it, as you stated. Your observations and opinions on reconciliation are well taken and very much needed in the world right now. Thanks for taking that leap of faith, as it were. God bless, much success to you, and looking forward to your work in the future.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow, thank you! Appreciate all of the kind words.

[@toddgleb8783]

Great video - thanks for all your efforts in making these videos that we can all enjoy!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Appreciate that. Hope that the future videos continue to live up to that standard.

[@buckybadger02]

Great message at the end! Merry Christmas and Amen!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you. Merry Christmas to you as well.

[@ritarenken2124]

Thank you for this video! Very moving!

[@paulposey1162]

Excellent programs on history, I have learned a lot, thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@alexanderpatrick4866]

As usual nice job. I like watching your videos very much. Thank you!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Alexander Patrick - Thanks! Appreciate that. I really enjoyed putting this one together.

[@robertrobertson8655]

Well done, I like that way you film with pride, hounor, integrity, serenity, tranquillity was poignant to those who'd sacrificed everything for us. The dears running through the graves, gave a stillness of peaceful harmony that their sufferings are silent. Nobody Can Have No Doubt, That Men & Women That Made Huge Selfless Sacrifices That Gave Us Our Precious Freedoms That We Have Today. To Hounor Those That Died For Us, Let's Ensure We Keep And Protect Those Freedoms We Value Today, Otherwise It Will Be In Vein For Their SACRIFICES.!!!👍😔✌ I love you r work mate, keep up the brilliant work, by keeping their SACRIFICES told to the next generations to come. 👍😔✌💝

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks for that. Much appreciated 🙏🏼

[@tomcaldwell5750]

Thank you for the touching tour .

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

My pleasure. Glad to share it.

[@charlottereed8060]

God Bless you , JD!!! 🙏🏻

[@steveguild871]

Just discovered your channel in the last few days. Wonderful content including your recent trip to Normandy which has been on my bucket list for the last few years. Was thinking of going this year, but the virus has disrupted travel plans. Wreaths across America is a wonderful tribute. I heard that this past Christmas that they managed to lay wreaths at the Normandy American cemetery.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks for the kind words! Hope that you can make it to Normandy sooner rather than later.

[@jamespearson6422]

Steve, go to Normandy. The cemetery is awe-inspiring. The cemetery overlooks the beach. There is an excellent D-Day museum, Rte de Grandcamp, 14710 Vierville-sur-Mer, France. It is just about a mile inland from Omaha Beach.

[@BoomyNation]

Amen brother!

[@sergeantmajorflaremane8831]

There's a Sergeant Major WW2 Robert Russell Blanke that was my grandfather and my grandmother is next to him may they both rest in peace there.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Very cool. Quite the honor to have family laid to rest there. Thanks for sharing that.

[@sergeantmajorflaremane8831]

No probs he served on U.S.S. Hope a medical ship back then was at Pearl Harbor pick those fellows up

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

@@sergeantmajorflaremane8831 - Dang. Crazy what those men endured and accomplished. Thanks! I may try to look him up if and when I go back.

[@sergeantmajorflaremane8831]

I also forgot to mention my grandfather was army and there should be empty spot next both of them that is for me

[@kw9hb6]

What an awesome video! It’s so sad to see all that have gone before us for our freedom! Merry Christmas to all and may God bless! 🎄☃️🙏

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you. I really enjoyed putting it together and learned a lot in the process. Merry Christmas to you too.

[@marywright6759]

Excellent video and such true words✝️♥️ I have been enjoying your vlogs so much.♥️

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you so much!

[@katiemzehe]

This video is so interesting, thank you for all the content. It’s interesting that there’s German and Italian POWs buried here. It brings up an interesting topic. Should PoWs be sent back home after death, maybe, but at least they were given a proper burial and not just thrown into an unmarked hole forgotten.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I talked a bit about that in the very first episode where I spent more time at those grave. I think it says a lot about our country that we would give them a proper burial rather than just tossing them in an unmarked grave like you said. Interesting to consider whether they should have been sent back to Germany or Italy though. I'd never thought of that.

[@brucehamilton56]

The cost is the reason. That's why there are American military cemeteries in Europe

[@hubbell627]

Thank you for this. Very beautiful.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

My pleasure. I've been there several times before, but the layer of snow certainly added a different element. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas.

[@daniellebennis2126]

It breaks my heart when i hear horrific stories like the ones of POW'S that dont make it. But you know what thier stories need to be heard even if it was very sad.

[@pmccoy8924]

Good question on the mass burial at Jefferson Barracks. A distant family member of mine is buried in a mass grave there as well I we don't know why. He was also in WWII, died in a plane crash off the coast of Myanmar. He was from Michigan and the entire crew along with Indian military that were aboard the C-37 are buried in Jefferson Barracks.

[@samculper6699]

Don't know why he is in a mass grave or why they buried them in MO? If the former, probably because they couldn't identify the individual remains back then. If the latter, probably because it was a central location for all of the crew. That's my understanding of why they buried the flight crew and paratroopers from the C47 carrying the command group of Easy co, 506th PIR that was shot down the night of D-Day. They are also buried at Jefferson Barracks.

[@perryj8850]

Wow! Awesome video. Merry Christmas everyone.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Perry J. - Merry Christmas to you too. Thanks! 🙏

[@sparky11976]

Thank you sir, how moving and informative. Jesus is the reason for the season. God Bless you sir.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@sasquatch885]

Another great video. Thank you Brother.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Son of Dad - Thanks! I had fun putting this one together and learned a lot in the process. Merry Christmas! 🎁

[@sasquatch885]

Merry Christmas to you!

[@anthonyp3521]

Very well done... Merry Christmas Sir!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Merry Christmas to you too.

[@jimmcdonald9244]

Preach it brother! Amen!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@tomster1414]

Awesome mate , you’re a true man of honour 👍

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@4.9copblank49]

Wonderful video. Thanks!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

4.9cop blank - Really appreciate that. Thanks for watching!

[@labrd41]

. There are CSA and Union graves also in the National Cemetery, New Bern, NC..