Gettysburg's Most STUNNING Artifact Collection (JFK, Marilyn Monroe) | History Traveler Episode 148

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@outdooroutpost6061]

Definitely earned a lot more than a sub. Thank you !

[@jc5698]

@@outdooroutpost6061 agreed!

[@surfacingcom]

I kind of wish the Easy Company stuff would go to Toccoa. :(

[@sassytbc7923]

Here’s the thing… you earned about 100 episodes ago. However, I subscribed that long ago… So thank you

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

@@sassytbc7923 🙏🏼

[@tikitavi7120]

As a museum junkie, I love this place, also the owner's enthusiasm. He is a caretaker of our history, and he should be proud.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Absolutely!

[@HuntStacheHistory]

Okay, this is easily one of the most exciting museums you have shown. I'm absolutely BLOWN AWAY by the diversity of items showcased here, and the quality of those items! Looking forward to seeing the next episodes!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Dude. Just wait until you see what's in the next few. It's insane.

[@HuntStacheHistory]

@@TheHistoryUnderground I can't wait! 👊

[@LLL-zt3fz]

Eric is like a walking encyclopedia! This is an incredible museum! I love it!!

[@streetobandito3169]

Dang man, I just missed ya! I took a trip up to Gettysburg last week because your videos inspired me to finally head up there. But I was in this museum last Wednesday. The WWII artifacts absolutely blew me away.

[@erinkika1901]

I’ve been there many times and I always find something new there. In one of the cases they walked past they have some of Hitler’s and Eva Braun’s personal effects. It’s a wonderful place that puts you within inches of MAJOR historic significance! We are going back in a month and I can’t wait to stop in again.

[@bethrunyan1856]

I am absolutely LOVING this Gettysburg series.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@texaco5589]

Great respect for Mr. Door, I am French and I go once a year to the beaches of Normandy that I know well, my dream will be to come to Gettysburg to collect myself on the battlefield and to see this incredible museum. A thousand thanks for this great video.

[@GhostofSicklesleg]

Dude, your Gettysburg series is top notch! Thank you again from fellow Civil War buffs who are living and traveling vicariously thru you and your camera.

[@kevinbates6540]

You can tell you and Eric have a profound respect for these artifacts and that’s awesome because it’s people like you and Eric that will keep the past alive. I have a young daughter and it breaks my heart that people now a days are not aware of a lot of this history. You can feel the respect and the care that you take in making these videos and it makes it so much more immersive when you watch it. That means more than you know, kids today will enjoy and seek out your videos and learn what the schools don’t teach anymore. So from a father of a young kid, thank you for cataloging history so it will continue to live through the future generations.

[@MamaDee_83]

I have learned more about history from you, in these excellent videos, than I did in high school. You keep it light hearted, fascinating, truthful, and most of all, sharing places that most of us would never actually see. A big shout out to JD!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow, thank you. Appreciate that.

[@michaeldouglas1243]

How have I missed that museum on my umpteen trips to Gettysburg is beyond me. J.D. I am totally speechless. Thank you so much for bringing this to light! I'm only an hour away so I most definitely will be going there.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it. You'll definitely have to go there on a return trip.

[@jeffe9842]

Note to self: Add to bucket list and move it to the top. What an incredible place.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

100%. And we're not even finished yet.

[@jeffe9842]

@@TheHistoryUnderground My dad was in Europe during WW2, with the US Army, and could hold people spellbound for hours with his stories. He saw a lot of action in four or five campaigns. He brought back a lot of souvenirs. I have the box of items in storage in Virginia (I'm a US expat in Bogota, Colombia; my wife is Colombian). I took the box in 2007 after my mother died. Before we moved to Colombia, we opened the box, which hadn't been done in years, and there were less items than I remember. One of the items that was not there was a yellow star that Jews were forced to wear. I vaguely remember my parents telling me, years ago, they had donated it. After watching your video, I thought that it's a shame I couldn't donate it to this museum in Gettysburg.

[@DH-ij9pe]

Same! Just topped my bucket list! Cannot wait to go visit this summer

[@Hexor99]

That is the coolest place I've ever been! My dad, son, and I spent probably 3 hours in that tiny little house and I still talk about it all the time!

[@bennywhite7062]

This collection was amazing and I love the way it has covered so much of American history not just relics related to Gettysburg. The casing from the bullet that struck Oswald is something every collection would die for, actually so many of these artifacts are treasures and one of a kinds. For people that can not travel around to visit these Museums, this video is great and the way you had the director of the Museum giving a personal tour it felt like I was actually there getting the tour myself. Gotta give props to the director, who seemed just as excited to be telling the stories of the artifacts as I was hearing about them. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! And yes, Erik is the best.

[@janetprice85]

What I find sad too is that from time to time at these battlefields some poor soldier's remains are still being found. I've been to Mannasas and it is a somber site. How Lincoln kept the Union together with this level of casualties in a relatively small country as far as population is beyond me. They say after the Civil War ladies wore black more than any other color for years.

[@sanham1045]

What a wonderful place with all of that history. Mr. Dorr, what you have done to preserve these pieces is truly fascinating. God Bless You!

[@whiterabbit-wo7hw]

JD, thank you so very much for this video! This is a wonderful museum. The curator was so nervous and excited to have you there. Thank you again.

[@berta9738]

WOW, that was the best museum I have ever seen. That owner/enthusiast was out of this world. He knew so much history behind every item. I wish I could visit there in person. Thanks JD for making this available to us.

[@alyssabeam5062]

This place is awesome! Gettysburg is on my bucket list, but I'm so glad I stumble across this video, loved every second of it! Thank you

[@logicaredux5205]

I see you have discovered our secret hidden gem! I’m glad you discovered this museum.

[@johnlitwin4274]

Born and raised in Chester Pa, went on many school trips to Gettysburg, but never really took it all in. This is like the 8th video I've watched of this series, and I'm hooked on how you show and explain the fight, the people, the History... Thank you. Wish I really took advantage of what was right in my backyard.

[@deborahellixson1652]

John, I was born and raised in Boothwyn,PA(right down the road from you)! How ironic we are both watching AND LEARNING about history from such a tremendously informative series by a superbly informative "teacher"!

[@bobbyscottphotography]

I could listen to that guy talk about the museum all day

[@skylar4335]

Little did he know when he met Erik that these two would go on to produce some of the most informative videos about the sites and artifacts of WW2! I seriously love the work both of you do to keep history alive!💗

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

🙂

[@WFMeyer]

JD, this entire Gettysburg series has been beyond epic. It is so much more than I ever expected. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you! I honestly didn’t want to do it. I didn’t think that I’d have anything to contribute and assumed that I’d get crucified for anything that I attempted to do. It’s been fun though.

[@nickroberts6984]

W😮W ! I'm SO glad your Dad allowed you to keep that first collection ! Just wonderful ! 💥🇺🇸💥

[@nathanv2882]

Been to Gettysburg 3 times...and each time I missed this amazing museum. I would have spent alot of time in the Civil War and World 1 & 2 section. Great video JD.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You'll have to hit it up next time. It's insane. Way more in the next few videos.

[@PeppieP]

I loved this. The enthusiasm and love that Erik has for his collection is so plain to see - he has so many stories to tell about each item in his care. Perhaps one day Erik, I will get to come out to Gettysburg and see your museum. Thanks for sharing this with us JD.

[@samtheman4958]

I don’t know if you realize but Erik Dorr is already famous from being on Pawn Stars. He sold John F Kennedy Cigar Box which was on Kennedy Desk in the White House to Rick Harrison for $60,000. How’s that for a memory.

[@Micloren]

Ahhh… that’s why he looked familiar!

[@LostHarlequinTV]

Wasn’t he on American pickers too?

[@samtheman4958]

@@LostHarlequinTV very well could be. He’s a you tube star. 😆

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yep! Legend.

[@pennsyltuckyden9823]

@@LostHarlequinTV Yes sir

[@Rocketfball76]

Awesome video! My Father grew up just west of Gettysburg in Orrtanna. I currently live about a 45 Minutes West of Gettysburg. I basically grew up going to Gettysburg and surrounding areas and I never had any idea that this place existed! You've done a superb job with the series. My father and I really enjoy seeing all of the local places learning more about them. Thank you for all the great information!

[@MiJacFan1]

The way that guy was so excited about his collection and growing up with it, I totally understand. History that you can touch, see, hear so much more interesting than a book. Person who experienced any history a big bonus!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

100%

[@patricialenaburg6553]

What a wealth of knowledge Eric has, he never stumbled over words or paused when describing all the items we seen. He was so lucky to have a grandfather who was willing to teach him, and the bright little mind to learn. What an amazing collection of so many different things. Thanks JD, just when I think it can't get better, it gets better.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wait until you see the other videos that we shot from this spot :)

[@MrD5914]

This one earned a spot in my favorites list! Absolutely blown away.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Love that place.

[@jamnee]

Amazing that this wonderful historical museum is free to visit. I love the passion Erik Dorr has for history and appreciate his decades long effort to collect these important historical pieces.

[@kristieweaver2428]

I love Gettysburg. I used to take my kids there all the time when they were young. I miss those days. I so want to go back while I can still get around on my own.

[@MrJonrocker]

You should do it!

[@robynbohbot3709]

This is so fascinating. My Dad was a WWII vet 96th Division Deadeyes - was wounded in Okinawa- so really enjoyed (if that is the word) hearing about all those artifacts. Thank you so much for sharing and I look forward to seeing more.

[@victorianidetch]

I love the creaking of the wood floor boards. What an amazing amount of memories.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you noticed that. I liked that as well.

[@xnataliex2254]

I try to go to Gettysburg every year and I've been to this museum. The first time I went I honestly thought it was too good to be true, especially with the impressive JFK collection. Hearing the stories of how he was able to obtain the pieces definitely made this museum that much better for me! His love of collecting historical artifacts makes this museum so much cooler in my opinion.

[@Frankie5Angels150]

When you have Kennedy money, collecting is quite a bit easier.

[@hooper4581]

I missed this museum on my last trip to Gettysburg. I’m going to go back in the fall and this will be my first stop ! Thanks jd always a pleasure to watch pal thanks again for taking us along

[@samantharedden3906]

JD this is one of my favorite videos from the Gettysburg series😍😍😍 another great job!!

[@whosdat81]

Love this series!! Actually ALL of your series are excellent! I've never commented on a KZbin vid before but I had to speak up on this occasion. Thanks for all the great topics JD!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow, thank you!

[@tridentspear1697]

Great video my friend! I know you’ve been to Normandy already and I too will make the pilgrimage to pay my respects in October. Every American owes those souls whom never left those beachheads a debt of gratitude.

[@timharper3390]

Awesome vid, awesome museum, and kudos to Eric! Free admission! That’s a passion, bro. Best of luck on his expansion and looking forward to more installments from Gettysburg History Museum! All the best-

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Great guy 👍🏻

[@ginamaria2579]

This channel is my absolute favorite thing to watch anywhere hands down 🤗💕🇺🇸

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you!

[@jimmyhorton8297]

That place is amazing! He is going to get a lot of visitors because of this video. Some of those items are absolutely national treasures. Hope he is able to achieve his goal of expanding and displaying those items the way he wants to.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Definitely a must stop location in Gettysburg.

[@HeatherB81]

You can just feel Erik’s love for history and the artifacts he has collected in this video. ❤

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

🙂

[@phyllishershkowitz3806]

This museum is fantastic! Hope you show more of it. Thanks so much for ALL of your episodes. I love history and you bring life to it! Am a senior citizen who can't visit these places so I really appreciate your journey.

[@troytellsit493]

I love this museum. I am a history collector and they have been one of my main sources of artifacts. Eric Dorr is such an amazing curator, so faithful to his work.

[@45triplex79]

I've been there several times and find new things to be amazed every time!

[@willdouglas77]

Every time I watch these videos I swear they are never long enough . Another awesome video bud 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ha! I was worried that this one was too long. Thanks!

[@kiwifruit27]

I have absolutely loved your Gettysburg series. Thank you so much

[@ldg2655]

I love Eric’s enthusiasm and pride in all of the fascinating items he has in his museum! I also love that he has so many stories about sooooooo many items in his display..

[@91Redmist]

There's only one word to describe this video as well as the museum: WOW.

[@bobbybroadway9513]

I'm sixty-five years old, but when you're friend talked about that revolver he played with, that led him on his path to this video, I recalled something I hadn't remembered for over fifty years...I built a plastic model of a full sized navy colt revolver when I was twelver or so. Now, I've been a reenactor of the war for decades, and yet...never rememberd that really fun event of my childhood till now. Thank you.

[@miketaylorID1]

it’s my favorite place to visit when we visit GB! So much to see it’s almost overwhelming- that’s why I keep coming back! Spoiler alert: for all the Band of Brother fans it is a MUST SEE! Then across the street to the Garryowen for a proper pint! Cheers all!

[@philipnestor5034]

A great video of historical items. I’m the son of a WW2 Polish Catholic Army combat veteran who fought the Germans in Warsaw in 1939 and later in France in 1940. My mother is a Jewish Holocaust survivor from Vienna Austria. She was only one of a few family members who were able to escape. Her mother ( my grandmother) and 23 other family members (the youngest being 3 years old)were all massacred by the Germans. I feel these items should be preserved . I have a SS M40 helmet with shrapnel holes and my father liked that helmet. It was hard to make him talk about what he saw the Germans do in Warsaw but the few things he told me I can’t blame him for hating the Germans and what they did. Keep up the good work with these videos and collecting these items.

[@KowboyUSA]

No shortage of historical treasures in that museum.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You have no idea.

[@adistancu6545]

Visiting Gettysburg museum is a must 😊….great episode ,thanks

[@livinlifeadventures6711]

Can’t wait for the next few episodes! Thank you so much for what you’re doing.

[@stephenrrose]

I've watched your Gettysburg series and WOW! I love your style of video, story, history, and making me feel that I'm right there with you! Thank you for all that you have done on this series. I first came across your video's on WW2, I absolutely love the Band of Brothers! The History Channel doesn't have anything on you! Please keep up the Great work! I've been to Gettysburg and Antietam a very long time ago, looking forward on going back and looking / Feeling the area like I never have before thanks to you! Well Done Sir!

[@outdooroutpost6061]

I went here last year. Insanely overwhelming so much to look at. The WW2 displays are the most impressive in my opinion. They have two human skulls from the pacific that were brought back

[@scottcrockett8270]

You can hear and see he still has such enthusiasm for history and the museum. So awesome

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

👍🏻

[@JWalshMovies]

WOW! I believe this guy was on a couple episodes of Pawn Stars? Am I right? One of the best museums I've ever seen!!!!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yep!

[@dbach1025]

Nothing like a Sunday afternoon. My favorite thing in the world. Good church service, hearty lunch, and a good cigar while watching a new episode of History Underground. Cant wait for the Dick Winters exhibit.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

That sounds like a day well spent 🇺🇸

[@dbach1025]

@@TheHistoryUnderground indeed. Have a great rest of weekend brother. Cant wait for more videos.

[@fionahepburn4766]

Hi from London 🇬🇧 I thoroughly enjoyed this video. What an incredibly fascinating collection of items! Thank you so much for sharing and to Erik for his walk around and talking about the items.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@trish5556]

Man, I could spend days exploring that museum! I am glad you will be sharing more from there .

[@anonymous78546]

You had me at Marilyn Monroe. I'm so here for this. Thank you!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad that you enjoyed it!

[@arielcabalin2746]

In my very short visit to Gettysburg, I went to that museum, I could spend decades there, but a 3 years old son and especially wife, I was there for 5 minutes ! A must stop if you visit Gettysburg! Thank you for sharing it !

[@jeffkoldoff1155]

This museum is amazing, so much history in such a small space, thank you for for this video

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

👍🏻

[@DSToNe19and83]

Man JD, hats off all around. Also the curator was fantastic! “Keep on keeping on” 🍻

[@lindaslater7782]

WOW!! Amazing to see so many pieces of history. Love this channel.

[@raphaelmendez8072]

And yet another wonderful place to visit the next time I return to Gettysburg! Damn this series is awesome!!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@judygrandstrand9784]

Absolutely wonderful to see this museum! I love the excitement in his voice!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

He’s definitely passionate about the history.

[@rainman4494]

I live 20 minutes from Gettysburg and I’m embarrassed that I’ve never visited this amazing collection. I’ll be heading there soon!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You’ll love it! Tell Erik that I said hello!

[@XHollisWood]

I couldn’t have imagined this museum even existing 💪 Incredible Historic Collection 🇺🇸 my eyes tear with excitement. Fabulous preservation effort to display unique artifacts. Thank you for sharing and informing Us about museum. : ) Jesse 🇺🇸

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it. He really has something special there. And there's WAY more in the next 3 episodes.

[@stardustgirl2904]

It's sad to think most Americans don't even know American History!🇺🇲♥️🙏🏻

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

@@stardustgirl2904 - Well, that's why we're here. Hopefully people are sharing these videos out a bit :)

[@stardustgirl2904]

@@TheHistoryUnderground I pray 🙏🏻🇺🇲 they will. My ancestors came to America when it was called British America, why it was under British rule. Col John Brinkerhoff is my ancestor that was best friends with George Washington, even though there was an age difference between them. If you look up the Brinkerhoff Inn it has the entire story. That's the other thing wrong with citizens in America, some families, don't know how involved they were in building America! 🇺🇲🙏🏻♥️🙏🏼🙏🏽❤️🥰🥰🥰 I'm thankful to know some of my families history, and I still have more to learn ! I love history, thank you so much for sharing your channel!

[@bobbystewart-drumsforlife1844]

Excellent vid! The curator Erik Dorr is fantastic! Such great knowledge and ability to describe these artifacts.

[@MGC1957]

Amazing items in that museum. Great episode and a great series. Thanks JD

[@thinktonka]

I've visited this museum and it is truly fantastic! Glad to hear he wants to expand!

[@XxBloggs]

What an amazing collection. I can’t imagine how he affords to buy the stuff when the museum is free.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You haven't seen anything yet. Just wait until you see what's in the next few videos.

[@BigLisaFan]

@@TheHistoryUnderground There's MORE!!!! Wow!

[@pennsyltuckyden9823]

They do accept donations, and once you walk through the place you realize what a great collection it really is.

[@ryno2175]

I was there today, and I asked him that very question!

[@playbluesman1]

Awesome collections. Hope the next generation appreciates History for what it is and quit trying to change it.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Agree.

[@donnicholas7552]

Cool museum and collection! Looking forward to seeing more episodes from this museum!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Can't wait to show what's coming up :)

[@mikefriend1514]

I just get giddy as a kid when Erik speaks! You can’t help but get infected by his knowledge and enthusiasm. Great episode!

[@peachbottomparanormal3587]

I seriously can't wait to see that museum! I'll be there the first weekend of August 💯❤️

[@vipergtsmre]

JD, you totally nailed this series. Thanks again.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you! I really do appreciate that.

[@billd.iniowa2263]

Outstanding content! I'm a WWII buff, so that section really piqued my interest. Thank you so much for bringing this to us JD. It is greatly appreciated. :-)

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I've got some videos following this one that will knock you out of your chair.

[@billd.iniowa2263]

@@TheHistoryUnderground Far out! (Yes, I still say far out, lol)

[@YourAFreakinHoser]

Been going to Gettysburg since I was 10, I go to his museum every time I go it’s amazing there!

[@gennehring1]

Thank you for bringing this museum to us. It's amazing and I hope to get there one day.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I hope so too!

[@tabathahood]

I started watching your videos this morning and I can't stop! Love them. Thank you

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@michaellaverty1844]

Holy smokes, I’m worn out just from watching this. So much stuff it must have been relic overload seeing this for the first time. Looking forward to the next video.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! Just wait until you see what's coming :)

[@pennsyltuckyden9823]

It really is overload. You can't believe how much stuff is packed into a fairly small building. Been there a couple of times.

[@DH-ij9pe]

I could listen to this Mr. Dorr talk all day. I cannot wait to go visit this museum this summer!!!!

[@tch1225]

I absolutely love this museum

[@mikemcqueary9381]

Way to go man this is one of the best videos I’ve ever watched. I thoroughly enjoyed this!!

[@posttenebraslux06]

If you ever make it to East Tennessee, please, please, please go to the General Longstreet Museum. The guys running that place are doing amazing work, and are woefully underrated, much like General Longstreet’s story. Loving the Gettysburg videos!!

[@JimJoeKnoxTenn]

Ummm -- WHERE in "East Tennessee"?

[@posttenebraslux06]

@@JimJoeKnoxTenn Morristown!

[@chowda4444]

great episode, Erik is truly the man. I love the enthusiasm.

[@crazya3466]

Another fantastic vid on Gettysburg ,awesome thx JD.. cA

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks 👍

[@darthsarka5246]

I just visited this museum, and met Eric. This place was amazing! There is so much history in there it’s unreal. If you are near Gettysburg, you need to stop here.

[@Micloren]

Love your videos man. It’s nice to see someone else around my age appreciating history so much (seems rare). Most I run into are a generation older. I thru-hiked the AT a few years ago and was thrilled every time I stumbled on Civil War or Revolutionary War era history. Soon I hope to do an extended road trip back that way and just see everything I can. Your videos have been great for my mental checklist of lesser known things to visit. Actually rewatched Andersonville the other day because of your vid hah.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Glad that you're enjoying the content :)

[@roadlizardcu8664]

Amazing that the museum is free entry! Wonderful museum.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Pretty amazing that he offers this to the public at no charge. Great guy.

[@americanschweitzer45]

Yes yes this is the museum I was telling you about when these started!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

It's unreal.

[@Big_Daddy_CorkUSMC]

One of the best shows on the internet. It's so well done and feel interesting I really appreciate it a lot. It's what makes us Americans. All this history would have to appreciate it and preserve it. Not tear it down like they're doing now that's insane.

[@knutbaardsen6437]

Even though a small state, Delaware has a few historic and overlooked civil war sights. Along with revolutionary sights. Worth a trip.

[@JR-tg1vg]

Indeed. I live here in DE, and we have some great spots. I’m from PA, but it’s amazing how much you can see between these 2 states. I love being on the east coast for this reason alone, along with many others.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Definitely.

[@aarongumbinger]

I have pretty much watched your entire Gettysburg series to date - every place, battlefield and museum you have shown us have been super interesting - you have done just a great all around job with each of the episodes and enjoy your enthusiasm. Looking forward to what is coming next.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I really appreciate that.

[@Wreckdiver59]

I've been looking forward to this for a while 😁. Can't wait for the next few! I wonder what JD bought from the museum?😉

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ha! JD could go broke in that museum.

[@blipsnchips4492]

this was an amazing tour! the lock of hair from honest Abe was amazing to me!