Metal Detecting - Civil War Relics near the Battle of Perryville

Made a trip into Kentucky to meet up with some good friends and hunt near the Battle of Perryville. Put some family history into this video - hope you enjoy. Some good finds were made by all!
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[@DocLarsen44]

Gorgeous landscapes on a beautiful day; doesn't get much better than that!

[@davidbowman4259]

I'm a huge Civil War buff. My wife and I stumbled upon the Perryville battlefield while driving through Kentucky. A very sharp battle, as one soldier quaintly put it. ;)

[@DarlaSeefluth57]

This video has got to be my favorite one. With all that family history and the neat extras like the skunky cow and the beautiful buildings.

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Darla Seefluth Wow - thanks Darla! That means a lot 'cause I know you've watched a lot of my videos. I've been putting in some more time with editing so I guess it's making a difference. HH!

[@DigginArkansas]

Really nice video. I enjoyed the research and history you included. Thanks. Mike

[@GettingToHeaven]

Really enjoyed your video! Thanks for it!

[@DetectorMoe]

That was a great day. Look like you had a lot of fun.. It always nice to know when you can detect on the grounds where your ancestor were in the civil war.. Thanks for sharing...

[@mikeknobldiggin]

I'll bet it was a surreal feeling to hunt right there. Not just because a battle took place there but just because you have that connection of family who fought there. Great video.

[@CanadianDiggersChannel]

Cool video..good tale of your history...

[@AmyHarrell41]

I love this kind of treasure hunting it would be awesome to hold history in your hands

[@carymckinney4264]

Thanks for sharing - I work for the post office and carry the mail around perryville so I've seen some killer spots in this area.. I too am a relic hunter and plan to hit a few spots after I get some permission. Wish me luck

[@lowcountrydawg2525]

My 3XGreat Grandfather was John C. Curtright, Captain of Co. E 41st GA INF, mortally wounded near the start of the battle in the assault on Parson's Guns.

[@TarheelDiggin]

Amazing history, Charles! So many lives were affected by this battle and this conflict.

[@detectingamericanhistory1132]

Congrats on the war nickel and the amazing history you saved!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@Jps3bs]

Excellent family history on your Great Great Uncle Samuel. Congrats on the musketball, case shot, and 3 ringers as well as your first war nickel and the Buffalo. Great hunt and video Matt.

[@NFHRR]

thanks for taking us along on a great hunt... Great finds... Gregg

[@TarheelDiggin]

+NFHRR Thanks Gregg - had a blast on this hunt. Lot's of personal meaning behind these finds. Thanks for watching - HH!

[@NFHRR]

+Tarheel Diggin' thanks for sharing!!!love the history

[@steveclark4291]

Nice history video and a little family history too ! Thank you for sharing both with me and the adventure of seeing places like this !

[@DigginwithSeven]

Great job. You were in the company of a couple of very special people. The area you hunted has been pounded through the years, thus you have a very successful hunt. Love the personal history connection. Thanks for sharing this episode.

[@DetectingtheBurgh]

You sure are on the move anymore, N Carolina, to Georgia, to Kentucky. Can't keep track of you. What beautiful country though. I always thought that the grass down there was Blue? Nice hunt and some very nice finds. A nickel tri-fecta, and your first War? wow congrats Matt.

[@jacquelinenewton8858]

Beautiful land in Kentucky never know what u might find and see. Wow Great story.

[@lorib5398]

it's cool knowing our ancestors. One of mine was a Hessian soldier during the revolution, and he joined the American side !

[@jimbonito3766]

really like your nice calm videos with a glance into history

[@Coinazoid]

Love the history behind that field Matt. Congrats on the case shot, canister shot and three ringers. Crazy nickel spill as well.

[@davidgeier5827]

I would like to do a place near Franklin's pike near or in Nashville TN where my 2nd Great Grandfather had guard and picket duty for the Union company F 45th Wisconsin Infantry. There is always a thrill to do someplace that had an ancestor dwelt, Thanks for sharing a video that has a little ancestry involved, makes for a more interesting video than just pulling stuff out of the ground without historical context.

[@MoonGazing101]

I'm jealous, great time, hunt or no hunt!

[@TarheelDiggin]

+JP Barnard How true - the weather was gorgeous and my hunting partners were outstanding. Thanks for watching!

[@The78vikings]

Wow, great hunt!! Lots of history all around Perryville even though there's been diggers there for 60 years. That you could connect with a family member makes your visit incredibly personal and meaningful. Thanks for sharing!! GL & HH in '16.

[@TarheelDiggin]

+The78vikings Yes, this area has been hammered for years, but the park is growing in size and preserving what is left of the battlefield. This hunt held a special place in my heart for sure. Thanks for watching - HH!

[@deepdiggerduo2920]

Great hunt. Enjoyed the finds and history. Congrats Matt

[@vandolava]

Great Video! I love the skunk cow! lol! It's awesome getting to detect right where your ancestor fought!

[@rdruss1970]

Enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing the awesome finds.

[@rockytoprelics76]

Awesome video man! Very cool history and finds! Well done! Good luck!

[@doncates2954]

Great video, my great, great, great grandfather, Joseph R Cates was in the first Tennessee and was killed at the battle of Perryville.

[@ronnietravis7972]

Don Cates Hey Don! My Great, Great, Great, Grandfather, Alfred H Travis was there to with the Army of Ten. He was killed at Chickamauga in Sept of 1863.

[@markzimmerman7279]

My 3xgreat grandfathers brother was in the Battle of Perryville Captain Wright Coffinberry co-c first Michigan engineers & Mechanics He survived He resigned in 1862

[@PalmettoDigger]

Great hunt Matt with some nice people. Cool family history. That place looked awesome. Wish I could have been there.

[@TarheelDiggin]

+PalmettoDigger Thanks for watching, Shannon - we could have used your help! Lots of ground to cover. The grass is growing up quick in some areas, so I think we hit it just in time. The area has been hit hard over the years, but the stories Larry had of finds from 10+ years ago... amazing! HH - hope we can hook up soon.

[@TheBadger40]

Thank you for sharing. It is great to hear ancestor stories about these things. I, too, had ancestors at that battle: both 3rd G-grandfathers, one on each side. Thankfully, they lived bcs I'm out of their children born after the war! Keep digging! Even here in North Dakota we are finding Civil War era finds (Indian wars) the soldiers left behind.

[@TheBadger40]

Here in SW ND we're getting stuff from the 1860s. People just have to research!

[@droney2]

Always enjoyed working in that are years ago. Nice finds, friends, and story. Truly one of your best videos. Keep it up.

[@TarheelDiggin]

+droney2 Thank you so much, Droney2! It is beautiful country for sure. Very special hunt for me. Thanks for watching - HH!

[@ErlefromVa]

Awesome story Matt, how cool to visit and hunt nearby to where your ancestors played a role in the War between the states! Love the case & canister shot finds along with the war nickle and the big ole 69 cal.HH and as always thanks for sharing your story!

[@kawarthaleather6659]

so much history ...... Steve

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Booker Steve That place is loaded with history, Steve. I hope to get back there again one day. Thanks for watching - HH!

[@diggingkentucky7818]

Nice finds!!

[@tommyvinson6]

That canister and case shot are very interesting that fired smashed 3 ringer is a nice piece. Great finds congratulations on the finds.

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Tommy Vinson Thanks Tommy - yes, lot's of character in the smashed 3-ringer. I'm sure it has quite a story to tell.

[@tommyvinson6]

Interesting relics

[@garym2020]

Nice video, enjoyed the history of the area.

[@ripsrelics5404]

great finds Matt..liked the history lesson too.

[@fireman89406]

So cool to be right where your ancestor was. Genealogy is so interesting. your ancestor and mine may have been shooting at each other. Yikes. Great finds Matt.

[@TarheelDiggin]

Thanks for watching, Fireman! It sure was a fascinating time in this country's history. Brother vs. brother.

[@omaa334]

What a great hunt and location Matt. I think it was awesome that you were able to hunt near where your Uncle fought! Congrats on the wonderful finds and your very first war nickle! I had to chuckle when you showed the cows checking out your hunt. All I could think about is Matt Pfeil and how he's scared of them. LOL,, Thanks for sharing brother! Until next time.. GL, HH, and as always..... DIG ON!

[@malbrech1]

Great video Matt. Nice hunt. Those pieces of shot are great finds. GL & HH

[@TarheelDiggin]

+malbrech1 Thank you - much appreciated! Sure had a blast in KY. HH!

[@chasman4359]

well done Matt!! I really enjoyed your history lesson as well!!

[@jerrydineen2827]

Enjoyed the hunt Matt, especially the look back at your family. My GG Grandfather and his brother also fought for the Union.

[@srh7769]

Thanks for sharing your family history and showing the country side over there. What a privilege to hunt near to where the battle was fought. Your editing and camera work is very good, and the detail that you show on your finds is great, kind regards.

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Scott H Thanks so much for the kind words, Scott. I'm certainly not a pro with the camera, but learning something new with every video. Thanks for watching! HH

[@stringfrenzy]

Well done!

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Ohio Metal Detecting Thanks for watching, Josh! HH

[@Fortworthman999]

The war nickel was probably a gift from the last people that metal detected....

[@kendrao9647]

This is better than the history channel! :)

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Kendra O Haha - thanks Kendra! I used to watch the History channel a lot.... back when they had programs about History. ;-)

[@kendrao9647]

+Tarheel Diggin' It has changed over the years!

[@Bell2trac]

What a great video Matt and an even more wonderful story of your ancestor's participation in this battle! Isn't it amazing what we find...and don't find! I have only dug two war nickels....but have five Shield Nickels!

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Bell-Two Thanks Tony - wow! Five shield nickels!!!? It took me forever to dig my first Buffalo too... and I did a lot of low tones. Thanks for the kind words - always great to hear from you! HH

[@andreabelle478]

Enjoyed this video very much. Love the history behind the fines also like your music choice. Best of Luck to you.

[@TarheelDiggin]

Thank you, Andrea - I appreciate the feedback! HH

[@cogidubnus1953]

In the UK we only seem to get skunk in the Westminster area...

[@JDsVarietyChannel]

Great video Matt! Looks like you all had a good time. :) I bet that's the last place you expected to find you first war nickel. LOL. Had a good time meeting up for lunch on your way up there. Hopefully next time we meet up it's to hunt!

[@ronniebprospecting7471]

Nice hunt and relics

[@thehooverboys]

Congrats on the Civil War Nickel! Cool random spill. Love the canister shot

[@boydwood6104]

Love the stories!

[@khammar6081]

Looks like a lot of fun!! Regardless of finds!

[@2cr4d5at1]

Nice finds Matt. What a beautiful place to hunt and very neat story of the family history! Nice job!! GL & HH, Jerimy

[@TarheelDiggin]

+JL DIGGER Thanks Jerimy - it was a very special place to be out detecting. HH

[@turkeymanmcgee8231]

my great great grandfather was in the union army from 61-64. He was in Ky company C mounted infantry. He received a pension for the rest of his life after his injury at the battle of Nashville. I'm from bullitt county Ky which was a civil war hot spot. I'd love to get into hunting myself. cool to see you know some of your history. what part of Ky were your family from?

[@PennsylvaniaTreasures]

Great video Matt! I love the history to the site you told us and the canister shot is killer! Very nice!

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Pennsylvania Treasures Thanks PA Treas - yes, the canister shot literally is "killer". LOL - it was a devastating method against approaching infantry. Thanks for watching - HH

[@steveba43]

Great hunt ! nice finds ! congrats on the war nickel.

[@JamesReynoldsRockWallHunter]

Great hunt and video congrats on your silver and civil war finds it was cool you were able to hunt an area where your family member stood and fought HH

[@TarheelDiggin]

+James Reynolds RockWallHunter Thank you James - it was an awesome feeling to walk that ground near that battlefield. An amazing experience for sure. HH!

[@ryansmith9847]

Definitely looked fun... Good video

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Ryan Smith It was a great trip! Thanks for watching - HH!

[@hillbillydetector6431]

Nice finds ...

[@franknorthcutt2958]

Enjoyed the video! I visited Perryville back during my seminary days between 1976-1979. I did not have a detector and still do not, but would love to try one to see if I can do it. Loved the personal touch.

[@bdpage2023]

You a fan of Leonidas Polk?

[@BirdDogg]

In my stompin grounds. Good hunt

[@BirdDogg]

Some of my best relics are from Perryville, a killer place to hunt.

[@RealLifeWorthLiving]

I grew up in ME not far from there. I pastorcdc in VS also not far from there. A lot of Civil War history around there.

[@ferrousunderground712]

great experience....awesome story.... glhh

[@jbolf6]

Very interesting family history Matt. Glad you could hook up with Larry and Colleen. That canister shot just gave me chills, can you imagine being kit by something like that? It would be gruesome.

[@jbolf6]

+Tarheel Diggin' Amazing, the bravery that it took by both armies to continue the frontal attacks like they did.

[@timelydigger]

Wow Matt, that's so cool that you could go detect where your ancestor fought. Congrats on the finds! As usual, great job with the video. GL&HH, Tim

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Timely Digger Thanks Tim - yes, it was a dream hunt for me. Means a lot when you can tie the location back to family. HH!

[@forreststinnett4123]

Congrats Matt on your finds next time you are in Kentucky let me know. I was in Danville today to see one Dr.

[@vintagedazzle]

So beautiful. I miss the green grass.

[@ClarksKentuckyKnives]

Awesome hunt!!! I'm not to far away from there. I used to reenact there back in the late 80's early 90's. I had a G G G grandfather in the battle also and at least one uncle. If your ever back up this way give me a holler!

[@eddiedawkins19]

That chewed piece is a medicine ball...they used those for limb amputations, they would shove that in your mouth and say, bite down real hard, just before sawing your arm or leg off...That's were the teeth Mark's cane from...think about it

[@nath526]

Brilliant video loved the story of your uncle new subscriber for sure 😊 can't wait to see your other content

[@rorysullivan5627]

How did those soldiers survive by getting shot by those huge balls of lead? Must have been extremely painful

[@montanagold59635]

Always love your vids👍😊

[@stephen12264]

Awww musketball is so cute I love dogs.

[@superneo123]

Very cool hunt and grats on the war nick, and that is strange to find there. Good think Matt Phiel was not there, i think the skunk cow would have taken him out. Take care

[@RelicHunter001]

That’s a good day

[@Anthonyneal1]

Love your hunts greg, congrats on the war nickel. Blessings

[@magicwands1]

some great finds and facts from your history my friend how excited were you to get permission to search a place with that much history attached to it when you think what went on there all those years ago great video,,good luck on the next one shall be looking out for your videos HH and best wishes from England ,,,,pat

[@TarheelDiggin]

+magicwands1 Many thanks, MagicWands! Yes, I was very excited to walk the same ground my ancestors did so many years ago. The finds were just a bonus. Thanks again for the kind words! HH

[@geoffjacobs1898]

Got to be a buttload more of those canister-balls out there, eh? Still looking to dig my first minie ball! Would love to hunt with y'all one day!

[@RealLifeWorthLiving]

How does one get started in the sport of metal detecting? How do you know your target sights? How do you get permission to look and dig? I know you can't just dig up park land.

[@TarheelDiggin]

I started by purchasing a decent, entry-level metal detector and hunted mostly parks and public ground where detecting is allowed. It's a great way to learn your equipment and how to dig and recover targets, then repair the ground like new. There's a lot of research that goes into finding the right places to detect. I prefer to hunt old home sites that no longer exist. On private land, always obtain permission from the land owner. It helps to start with family and friends, then branch out to other properties. HH!

[@pinkenbaweighbridge2585]

Awesome video thanks , im jealous we have no similar places to detect here in Australia . Id be interested to know what detectors you use in this vid pls

[@bamadave6324]

Nice hunt Matt- I agree your round ball is probably case shot but that early in the war it might also be an actual 69 round ball for RM ? Either way those are special relics from a place your relative fought and bled over congrats BD

[@TarheelDiggin]

+Bama Dave Thanks for watching, BD! The round ball is .63 in diameter - your guess is as good as mine. It was a special hunt for sure. One that I will remember for quite some time. HH

[@stachebrothersgarage1632]

Nice spill.

[@AlsAllMetalDetecting]

Congrats on an awesome hunt Matt! The date on that Buff is great man. Be well, Al-Fu

[@jimmypea2207]

How can a coin minted in 1930 be a Civil War relic? Help me understand your reasoning.

[@nate.hanlon]

I live in Kentucky close to that I drive by it often but anyways I've gotten a metal detector for Christmas and I would love to do it there. haha. but I'm sure it's not gonna a happen haha

[@dancollins4755]

Potatos.potatos,potatos, hey I'm Irish.

[@patrickbush9526]

My great-great-grandfather bread some of the finest racing horses in the country at the beginning of the war he was elected a captain of the Missouri Home Guard in eolia Missouri in Franklin County his two sons followed him in battle grandpa and Enoch were severely wounded and came back to convalesce my grandfather died in 1864 the two brothers came home from the war and got into an argument over my grandfather's stud horse they pulled pistols and shot each other dead after all they had been through

[@spokanetomcat1]

Yippy Cow Yay........

[@DDMMetalDetectives]

congrats on your first war nickel. ya never know whats comin out of the ground.

[@TarheelDiggin]

+DDM Metal Detectives You got that right, DDM! It is farm country and the land has seen several generations of farmers. Thanks for watching! HH

[@jimclarke1108]

Civil war pellets and 1900s coins

[@roymyers549]

you said you were detecting the land near the battle field why not detect the actual battle filed

[@TarheelDiggin]

Great question, Roy - because the battle field is owned by the state and is off limits to metal detecting. Strict laws prohibit people from having a metal detector on the property owned by the State.

[@roymyers549]

@@TarheelDiggin ok i understand that thank you

[@TexasTimelapse]

Pe-Pe La MOOOO

[@michaeljohnson309]

You're were in my neighborhood.

[@AllenOxendine]

Looks like you guys had a great time. Thanks for sharing...Check out my channel, I have some new stuff...

[@DuranSexton]

Great area to dig. That’s where we like to go when we have time. We are here in southeast Kentucky. Great vid check out our vids.

[@spymaine89]

what fools these mortals be

[@onedigger6081]

E-trac the king of copper// its fact! I had e-trac