I like the way you incorporate old photos into the narration of the story’s you research, always well done. I like to look at historical sights too but my wife isn’t as understanding as Sarah is, you two make a great pair of adventure hunters 👍
@dstu3224 жыл бұрын
There was a similar "battle" between Petaluma and Santa Rosa in Sonoma County. instead of shooting each other they decided to discuss their differences over drinks at the Washoe House.
@charleshenry13074 жыл бұрын
Jeff I truly enjoy the history of California.
@janetceniza80914 жыл бұрын
SO MUCH HISTORY THAT WE NEVER WOULD NEVER HAVE KNOW ABOUT IF YOU AND SARAH DIDN'T SHOW IT TO US. CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH FOR YOUR EFFORT ( AND FUN I'M SURE ) TO DO THESE VIDEOS.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Janet, we certainly like to travel when we can but COVID is certainly spoiling a lot of our plans to get out and see more! But we honestly appreciate and thank you for your support, for watching and believing in us! It is work but it is also fun!
@scottlebaron29944 жыл бұрын
Sunday mornings are better enjoying some coffee and the latest episode of history hunters.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Scott, that comment is very much appreciated! Glad you enjoy your Sundays with us!
@JeffytheAdventurer4 жыл бұрын
I honestly never knew this awesome, little town existed until now! And I am all about California history.
@rogerj.fugere35707 ай бұрын
I live here and never knew that this video was made.
@genniejefferson65883 жыл бұрын
It’s great how they remodeled these old buildings. Love it. When you show the original old buildings, it makes it even better.
@TheGraveyardChannel4 жыл бұрын
What a neat town and cemeteries. I had no idea that there was ever any Civil War action here in Calif. Another fascinating trip, Jeff and Sarah!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Well we are glad you tagged along with us in Volcano, Steve! It's nice having your company! Thanks so much! Jeff
@mariad81612 жыл бұрын
Great videos I’ve learned so much about our beautiful state through your videos!
@jbenziggy2 жыл бұрын
I am so happy to hear that you enjoy your videos, Maria!
@jamescoe47653 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking me to Volcano. I just learned the story of the civil war in Volcano given at the California State Park Museum in the McClellan Industrial Park. A hearse is in that museum that was used to smuggle the cannon into Volcano and then fired just for display and that ended the battle. I also had to look up Starr King's life because I attended the Starr King school in Sacramento and never knew who he was.
@jamesmunro87833 жыл бұрын
I love your history of the Gold trail. It is my favorite time from California’s past.
@MarkEvans-wx3sg6 ай бұрын
Thank you Jeff!
@christine39413 жыл бұрын
I love going up to Volcano in Amador County. Such a peaceful town.
@dancurran89774 жыл бұрын
The town seemed to take a lot of pride in its historic buildings. I wonder why the jail isn't kept up as well. I enjoyed the tour!
@mosi97592 жыл бұрын
As a resident of volcano I will let you in on a little secret…We still use it! Can’t make it to nice.
@FatherWithDon8 ай бұрын
@@mosi9759 😈
@bartgoins1782 Жыл бұрын
As usual, thanks Jeff. I've turned into a history lover.
@jbenziggy Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it! Thanks so much!
@prestonmoore22094 жыл бұрын
As a graduate student in history living in the gold country, this is fantastic. You might argue that the 1863 killing of an El Dorado County deputy was a civil war casualty. Loving the videos y'all, wish I'd known you were coming to Coloma. If you make you're way back I would be happy to help.
@virginiawatson1532 жыл бұрын
Love CA history. Too old to get out anymore. Thank you both for letting me to explore vicariously.
@jbenziggy2 жыл бұрын
Glad you are enjoying our videos, Virginia! Sorry you can’t get out anymore. You have blessed us with just enjoying what we can show!
@marcieconant55592 жыл бұрын
Interesting connection between this area and Liversedge. Just goes to show that a hero can come from anywhere. It's ashame that the jail became a trash dump. I never knew that the Civil War extended this far West. Very funny Superman sign in the phone booth. Being a dog lover, I appreciated the very historic dog and people fountain from 1976. Interesting epitaphs on some of the headstones in the cemetery. From what people wrote on them you get a real sense that they placed a lot of importance on eternal life. My favorite..."I know that my Reedeemer liveth".💕
@lisaburns16603 жыл бұрын
This one was great! Thank you!
@sandrabonner82084 жыл бұрын
We went to a wedding in Volcano, stayed in the St. George hotel, top floor, 2nd from the right as you face the front. The railing is low and, after drinking in the bar downstairs, I worried one of us would tip over the banister!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Ha ha! Glad you guys made it out alive! Thanks for watching!!!
@marygarner52494 жыл бұрын
Love your videos You Bring History Alive Thank you so much for taking us with you 😁
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Mary, we couldn't keep doing what we do without great fans like you! Thanks for reaching out and telling us you enjoy our episodes! Thanks!!!
@foxmulder42693 жыл бұрын
Oh man ! What a treasure trove of history, would I love to visit ! AMEN guys wonderful video...awesome job ! Sweet !
@panther76034 жыл бұрын
Jeff and Sarah: Your videos should be mandatory history syllabus in all schools... all grades.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for saying so! We appreciate it!
@californiahiker96163 жыл бұрын
That, and safety in National and State Parks!
@michaelgmoore57082 жыл бұрын
I agree to that!
@wadedurbin99504 жыл бұрын
Love the history of old towns and places. Hope to see more. Just found your channel....
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard! Thanks for finding us! Yes, we come out with a new video every week (it's worked out that Sunday mornings are a good time) so we trust you will subscribe and be a part of our journeys! Thanks!
@terisparkman98144 жыл бұрын
I love visiting Volcano. I even have relatives who live in Volcano. Lots of history.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
@kurtporter13234 жыл бұрын
Thank you guys. I enjoyed the walk and informative chat. Bless you both
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
We appreciate you watching and commenting! And we thank YOU Kurt!
@TruGloryxists Жыл бұрын
Wow , I can't believe the old jail still standing...back when I lived in Pine Grove, it was locked up not open like that. The eagle band was a shop there. My dad was involved in the Theatre group for many years. Still is or he might have retired from now. I remember being in my first play, "Things go bump in the night" was amazing. Alot of memories. Thankyou for this history, it is always nice to be brushed up.
@jbenziggy Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching and leaving the nice recollection of your memories there. It is definitely a charming, quiet little town. Long may it stay that way!
@patmoritz521311 ай бұрын
All the plaques were so informative. One of the first photos you showed has the hotel. I was wondering what it was. It’s nice it’s still there. Nice historic town.
@donaldscott72794 жыл бұрын
Some people find it morbid but i like reading old tombstones. I find it interesting. Thank you.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Donald! I don't find it morbid, I think it's sobering though. We all have short lives and we need to live life each day! Please subscribe if you haven't!
@cwb00514 жыл бұрын
What A Wonderful, Historical Town..I Love It..Thanks for Posting..Stay Safe..
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
That's what we like to hear! Thank you so much for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!
@njaneardude4 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your tours 😄
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Nice to hear thanks! Ever been to Volcano?
@lindsaymacpherson87824 жыл бұрын
Love that Sarah knows what dont touch means and glad you didnt let her ring the bell :) So much history in a small place Thankyou for sharing it with us x
@HistoryHunterSarah4 жыл бұрын
Didn't let me 🤣😂
@zeeeena4 жыл бұрын
I am loving your channel! Thank you for giving me an interesting history lesson for my area!
@pamelaattrux3363 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree with another comment very interesting history of California
@RunawayGranny4 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for the next one!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
That's what we like to hear! Thank you so much for watching!
@Corgis1754 жыл бұрын
What an interesting and historical town and the 2 cemeteries. By far you and Rhetty for Fun have the best historical towns and cemetery narratives.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Being put in the same company as my far away friend Rhetty is a great compliment! Thanks so much! We appreciate you faithfully watching and commenting on our videos!
@suzannesuzaus39234 жыл бұрын
I was probably "dragged" through volcano as a kid as we used to go to Daffodil Hill nearby. I don't remember any of this information you shared. May need to go to this town also. Thanks for re-introducing me to so many places I didn't appreciate as kid!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, when I was a kid my dad dragged us around on weekend day trips. I groaned and moaned but you know what I did as a dad? The very same thing! And I think part of my quest to do these videos was born out of those "boring" trips I was forced on as a kid. I didn't appreciate it so much then now but I sure do today! Go and check out this town again with adult eyes. Oh, and try the burgers that we didn't get to. Thanks for watching. Please subscribe to our channel!
@jacalynbennett22684 жыл бұрын
THANKS FOR THE WONDERFUL TOUR.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!
@daveforeman69314 жыл бұрын
Thank you again, Sarah and Jeff. Your work is appreciated !
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
That's a wonderful thing to know, that your work is appreciated! Thanks, Dave, for watching and for commenting. I trust you'll let us know what we're doing wrong if you feel the need. Have a great week!
@daveforeman69314 жыл бұрын
@@jbenziggy You do the same !
@lardee454 жыл бұрын
A great old town👍👍
@steveblankenship54744 жыл бұрын
Great video, been there twice and now I want to go again. Volcano is an interesting little gold rush town. Nearby is the Black Chasm Cavern which is an wonderful cave to visit.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Sarah and I have been to Black Chasm!
@donsmith71384 жыл бұрын
Very nice 👍 so much history thank you for the tour
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Don!
@dsinavich51414 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff and Sarah 😄 ! Great vlog as always , very interesting stories ! Keep on vloggin. Deborah. Winnipeg. Canada
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@pamelaattrux3363 жыл бұрын
So cool you get to do such exciting stuff together it seems like so much fun
@KB6YAF4 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Thanks for keeping history alive.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, friend! We appreciate it!!!
@sierranevada37894 жыл бұрын
I lived in Volcano for a time ....2006-2009. Glad to see it hasn't changed too much. Thanks for a trip down memory lane!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
I would imagine change there will come slowly, as it should! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@sjmcd3516 Жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff! Great video, you showed the headstone of my great great great grandparents Elizabeth and James Miller, he was from Glasgow, Scotland, she was from Ontario, Canada! That was so cool! I can’t wait to visit Volcano! 😊
@nicholassteel55294 жыл бұрын
Fabulous story of Volcano. Old gold towns are mesmerising! Thanks👌✌️
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Yes they are! Glad you enjoyed this one!
@maryloutew14434 жыл бұрын
Great little town, well done! Thank you, stay well!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@tangie777uk4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant as usual .trying to work out what the horse was up to,lol. Thank you Jeff and Sarah
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks but I don’t remember a horse in this video.
@tangie777uk4 жыл бұрын
In the picture at the end of the video,looks like he was standing on a chair.@@jbenziggy
@naybur744 жыл бұрын
civil war history,do some more love it!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
We certainly will whenever we can!
@stevelinscome7284 жыл бұрын
Again, thanks for the video. I always love your productions. I've been there once on a motorcycle 'poker run' several years ago and told myself that I should return. (Now that commercials have infiltrated your videos, I might have to consider signing up for the premium KZbin.)
@stevemccoy81384 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff and Sarah, Enjoyed your video have a great day.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@haroldtakahashi88754 жыл бұрын
💛...the guy was probably asking if you were there to investigate paranormal activity, as several hotels in the area are noted for that...also, my step-son was in a midsummer night's dream, presented by the amador county players, back in the early 1990's, on that amphitheater...sro crowd, probably more in the audience than in the town's population...great episode...
@loumartell7687 Жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff Thank you for doing one on volcano! I live there in the '70s for about 6 months there ain't nothing there at least in the '70s appreciate it as always. Your number one fan Lou Martell
@robroiboi4 жыл бұрын
What a nice little town. I'm thinking it has Columbia beat by a mile. Looks like no tourist trap there. Thanks for a really great episode, you and Sarah do them very well.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
So nice of you! We appreciate you!
@leahreposa45994 жыл бұрын
love the little town of Volcano... great video you guys, as usual!
@courtneyhall71404 жыл бұрын
i remember volcano,thanks for the memories jeff and sarah.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks again, Courtney!!!
@dennisschick24504 жыл бұрын
Another great find & information. Keep them coming Jeff & Sarah.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do! More are in the works!
@philcox36714 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed the video, never new of the battle there, love that town,, hope Sarah's eye is ok,,
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah her eye is fine. Glad you enjoyed our video!
@fountainbiker2 жыл бұрын
Volcano looked like a blast! Thanks for the Civil War information Jeff and Sarah.
@jbenziggy2 жыл бұрын
Some of these little towns are really near to explore!
@joekeiser62214 жыл бұрын
I've been to valcano a few times but you guys have pointed things out I missed. Thanks for a really great video. Sarah hope your eye is okay.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Since we shot this a month ago her eye is fine. Thanks again Joe!
@canaryphaeochannel Жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff and Sarah, we enjoyed this video from the Netherlands city of Utrecht, thank you 👍👍👍
@autumnanderson77572 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Jackson, CA. And my best friends parents are the care takers for Daffodil Hill in Volcano, thanks for bringing attention to my little county.
@bryan5656564 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for you 2 to get to Mokelumne Hill. So much great history there. Don’t forget the Chili Gulch marker on Hwy 49 just south of the town if you do go there.
@speedracer31044 жыл бұрын
Another perfect show, you just show enough of the highlights without spending too much time on one setting which keeps this interesting. You'll find that every gold rush town has something unique about it. Funny how you mention about presidents all spending a night in every town! so true. keep up the good work.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jay! There is a hotel in Coulterville which everybody says Theodore Roosevelt stayed out. Only problem is they said he stayed there on the way to Yosemite and Roosevelt went by way of the train to Raymond, far from Coulterville. It's not true but was even repeated in The Modesto Bee and I called them on it. LOL. We'll keep researching and videotaping our adventures! Thanks!
@michaelgmoore57082 жыл бұрын
In San Franciscos Alcatraz prison early days before the prison as we know about, there was a Union Army camp where soldiers were serving time for various reasons. Cannons, cannon balls and a lot of explosive material was kept. A lot of very dangerous things happened there that were kept out of view for a long time after 1865.
@Bunchoeves2 ай бұрын
Rebellious Sarah rides the ragged edge of disaster, touching that artifact! We moved from Bay Area to Pine Grove a year ago. We didn't know they wanted to build a reservoir in Volcano!
@jbenziggy2 ай бұрын
That’s my Sarah for you. lol
@tuckert78833 жыл бұрын
Another good history lesson, learning amazing American history
@pdxer88954 жыл бұрын
Great Vlog, thumbs up!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Your comment is wonderful!
@donnyk1594 жыл бұрын
I live in Modesto too and Iv learned so much from you! Thanks brother!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@timtaylor76803 жыл бұрын
Wonderful town and the Hotel is open for logging! Great Hamburger at the store and the park is a great place for a picnic too.
@melissajensen31664 жыл бұрын
Wow, you went to a town I’ve never been to! Interesting town. Thanks for sharing.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear we presented something new to you! Thanks so much for watching!
@johnvoorhees78812 жыл бұрын
Again, I like catching up with your adventures. There is one cemetery in New Hope/Yardley/Washington's Crossing area in Pennsylvania that you would enjoy. If you ever get the chance. I used to go there a lot, over 30 years ago.
@hemichargerrt018 ай бұрын
Awesome History! Love these old towns!! it's crazy some of those graves where before the Jesse James robbery in Northfield, MN close to me. Keep up the good work!!
@Hi_Mommy9532 жыл бұрын
Dude that was so cool I had no clue about this volcano town I've spent a lot of time in Northern California near and above like Oroville dredging for gold in my younger days but the history of California is unbelievable thank you so much for bringing this video I appreciate it so much and yes I will subscribe thank you
@anjanette98534 жыл бұрын
Love your videos Jeff ! Very enjoyable to watch!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks very much! Our goal is to entertain and educate at the same time!
@HollywoodGraham4 жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure to view your very informative videos, you would have been a good history teacher. I am surprised that no hotels say that Alfred E. Newman slept there. I think that doing upkeep by people doing public service jobs for penalties would be a great serve to the community. It is a shame that cemeteries fall in disrepair these days.
@janblake94684 жыл бұрын
Or "Kilroy".
@sassyfrass42954 жыл бұрын
Really like this ole ghost town so glad to see people still live there. Good stuff!
@KowboyUSA4 жыл бұрын
Cool little town. A living historical site.
@marycantando58564 жыл бұрын
I have lived here nearly 30 years and I have to say they did ok with the history but just ask any real resident about it next time..So much information missed
@timberk54 жыл бұрын
Great job!!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@johnkelsey24824 жыл бұрын
Very Good Vlog...Thanks...
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
That's what we like to hear! Thank you so much for watching!
@ianthomas78634 жыл бұрын
Enjoy your ptr's commentary and great sense of humour. 😆👍👍
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
That's what we like to hear! Thank you so much for watching!
@Toltecgrl3 жыл бұрын
I love that town. I saw cheap property up there on line but had no idea what the town was like. Thanks for sharing this interesting video!
@jbenziggy3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. Thank you very much for watching and leaving the comment about Volcano!
@lacdebienne472 жыл бұрын
I'm always amazed at how you get hold of the historic fotos of long gone people and of the sites as they looked like in those old days. You must have access to some huge secret archive! Great work, your videos!
@devinjohnson5083 Жыл бұрын
Jeff, My wife and I just finished a visit to Volcano today. I used your video as a guide and it was very handy. Would love to see you do a video on the history around Murphy’s CA.
@jbenziggy Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Did you make it to the cemetery? Probably not much has changed since we were there, right?
@devinjohnson5083 Жыл бұрын
We went to both cemeteries. Not much has changed.
@jmsiii47514 жыл бұрын
Cool place, good video as usual.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@AB-ye7bw4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed every minute ! Thanks for taking me along : )
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! We love tag-alongs! LOL
@markgeyer35914 жыл бұрын
Another GREAT VIDEO!,.. looking forward to the next one,..
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Mark! More certainly to come and in the works!
@kikupub712 жыл бұрын
You sound very professional! I enjoy your videos! Blessings from Missourah! Formerly of Simi Valley. And Orlando FL.
@jbenziggy2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! You are very kind! Thanks for watching and the nice compliment, Keith!
@alfonsocasillas72903 жыл бұрын
Another great video thank you for sharing
@randysmith27403 жыл бұрын
As always great video guys!
@terrydevries9144 жыл бұрын
Thanx for video. Volcano is a lovely little town. The Whiskey Salon is the local gathering place. Many a good meal and cold beer in that very spot😎😎😎😎
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Good to know! Thank you for watching, Terry! Please do subscribe to our channel!!!
@joycemchristiansen65572 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of an old mining town in the Sierras called Georgetown. Just about every building has an historic marker The cemetery is charming and interesting too.
@jbenziggy2 жыл бұрын
We hope to be able to visit Georgetown!
@Ravelinn3 жыл бұрын
Another Great History Hunt , Thank you. Hope Sarah's eye was ok.
@jbenziggy3 жыл бұрын
Yes she didn't have any problems much long afterward! Thanks for checking out our channel!
@outdoorsforachange10 ай бұрын
What a fun time you two must have traveling putting these videos together. I might be copying you with my wife soon. Our outdoor channel is fun, too, but we both love history and your channel. God bless@
@rdo12314 жыл бұрын
Excellent!
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@michaelgmoore57082 жыл бұрын
Great show! Sarah is looking for some animals to visit no doubt. She is fun to watch.
@nadiazahroon65734 жыл бұрын
Thank you both for a great journey and history lesson. Always appreciated.
@jbenziggy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Nadia! You're always one we can count on for an encouraging word of thanks! Blessings!
@nadiazahroon65734 жыл бұрын
History Hunters I am never disappointed by the content. It's my pleasure.
@lauriewalker80543 жыл бұрын
Good video with lots of history of Amador County!
@jbenziggy3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks very much!
@danradusinovich3323 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video I live in the area now I have to go and see all the sites that you’ve pointed out thank you again