MORE GRAVES DISCOVERED! Cleaning Vandalized Slave Cemetery | Mahone Ingram Cemetery

Continuing our dedicated efforts from the previous episode, this video on Adventures into History showcases the ongoing cleanup and repair efforts at the Mahone-Ingram Cemetery following the recent act of vandalism. Our commitment to restoring this historic site is stronger than ever, as we delve deeper into the necessary work to bring peace back to this sacred ground.
This episode captures the hard work, resilience, and community spirit that define our mission. As we clear away debris, right overturned headstones, and begin the healing process for the land and its legacy, we're reminded of the importance of preserving such sites for future generations. The Mahone-Ingram Cemetery, with its deep historical roots as a burial ground for enslaved individuals and their descendants, represents a crucial part of our shared heritage that must be honored and protected.
We also discuss the steps we're taking to prevent future vandalism, including enhanced security measures and community engagement strategies. The support and involvement of our viewers and local communities play a vital role in safeguarding this and other historical sites from further harm.
Join us in this meaningful journey as we work to repair the damage and ensure that the dignity and significance of the Mahone-Ingram Cemetery are fully restored. This video is not just about the physical labor of cleanup; it's a testament to the spirit of preservation, respect for our ancestors, and the collective responsibility we hold to honor our history.

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[@billburnul182]

Robert proves that one person can make a difference. He's an inspiration to me and Robert thank you for being a loving caring human being. I'm sure the people buried there are rejoicing in heaven for what you have done for them.

[@artcflowers]

Thank you

[@normajeanhedlund7429]

Robert, again you are one of a kind. Not many like you anymore. Most won't help people they know without asking what it pays and you go there and work your backside off for people you don't know. What a wonderful thing to do. We, my husband and I, would love to meet you one day. We are from Kettle Falls, Washington State. May God bless you and keep you safe.

[@susanhenderson5001]

Great job. Was that Creshaw or Creshan? My poor old eyes...Also, is there a way to find out which African culture the tradition of 'leaving your grief at the grave' comes from? I'm assuming it's one of the West African cultures but I couldn't find it via Google. Thanks!

[@rocconunziata4246]

There’s this abandoned house on Friendship Circle in Cumming, GA that is in immediate danger of collapse. It is sagging, leaning, and parts of the roof are missing. It looks interesting, and I have photos of it.

[@avrillloyd4120]

Thank you Robert for being so selfless in a world of selfish,disrespectful people

[@lynnmacleod1879]

Robert, you've made so many trips back and forth clearing the wood away that you've created a path to the rubble pile. Souls of the living and the dead are proud of your efforts as well Robert. Thank-you for all you do and sharing and educating us.❤

[@bonniemcvicar-briggs5770]

Robert you are truly an amazing young man. I have been watching your videos for awhile now. My family came to Georgia with Oglethorpe and moved on to TN to avoid the Trail of Tears. My question is, are there no cemetery revival groups there to help you in your efforts to save these cemeteries. I live in MI and we have groups within each county that trim the undergrowth and restore broken headstones and do basic upkeep. They document every grave best they can. While you are an admirable man, you need help.

[@jakeyboy8402]

Such desecration! Some folks absolutely have no shame! Thanks so very much for your restorative efforts neighbor! This should be a community effort especially the folks that did the damage!

[@521LakeStreet]

Those who desecrated these graves will have to meet their maker.....they will be judged by God..

[@RichardTClark396]

It’s absolutely disgraceful !! I hope the police 👮‍♀️ catch up with whoever did this sick and disgraceful acts!! 😢

[@mikelenahan9253]

@@RichardTClark396 Sadly I believe nothing will be done.

[@butterflylady8875]

Where are all the African-Americans to help with the cleanup of their ancestors resting place???🤍🤍😔

[@tommybewick]

​@@butterflylady8875I don't think Robert went out looking for anybody to help him? Why do you have to turn this into something about race? Obviously he cares about his community including African Americans. Why don't we leave it at that?

[@idamcmullen6114]

Robert you have a Beautiful soul. We need more people like you in this world. Would be a much better place.❤

[@Mari-B]

I truly agee Robert is such a caring and dedicated person to bringing care to these deceased souls resting place. The people that did this will pay now or later for this horrible desecration! Blue sure made many steps as he was like attached to Robert!

[@franceswynne1165]

i totaly agree such a lovely young man

[@Shawnne01]

It breaks my heart that people would go in and deliberately vandalize a sacred site. I just don't understand it. Thank you for caring and doing all of this hard work!

[@butterflylady8875]

It's a very greedy world we live in😔

[@susanbellefeuille]

Thank you Robert for caring about the respectful treatment of this hallowed ground. Well done my friend.

[@elissalee3057]

If more people in this world cared, as much as you do. This world would be a better place. God bless you.

[@LindaSimic-qt3mh]

Robert words cannot express our thoughts you are truly a blessing our hearts and tears of joy go out to you and all you are and do l want you to know we love you and appreciate you love for are history and people you restore our faith in the human society we need more people like you this world would be a better place to live you carry thee torch of the people e have gone before you take care Robert God watch over you and keep you safe ❤😂

[@sunnydayo6847]

You can tell that Blu dog loves you with all his heart, he is always right by your side ❤ Again, thank you for what you are doing.

[@shannonlibby5261]

It's just so sad that people think that they're so entitled. It's ridiculous

[@susanr3560]

It is one thing when burial places fall to the ravages of time. Another thing entirely when it is vandalized. Excellent video Robert.

[@decembergem4598]

Thank you Robert for being the amazing young man you are. I've watched you for many moons now discovering and giving respect to those who have passed from this world and been forgotten .No words can express how grateful I am for your dedication and commitment to documenting and helping restore this cemetery.🙏. Great to see Blu helping today too.

[@Denny_E_Lee7575]

Robert you are a kind soul ,when the time comes when you walk down that narrow path and you come to the end and the book of life is opened your goodness with no doubt will be awarded into paradise.God bless you brother

[@horrorsharlot]

This made me cry. Tears of sadness and joy. Thank you Robert for showing that there is still humanity out here! God bless 🙏🏾

[@philomenadennehy8585]

They suffered in their lives They have no marker Loved by God. Cherished Yet people can still take from them There will be a reckoning

[@vanessareedhawaiinani]

100

[@BrianPhillips-le3gl]

Amen to that!!

[@cornelliacrum74]

Robert you are wise beyond your years. Your compassion for mankind is evident. Well done sir, well done.

[@gaylemalone5897]

I love what you do showing these old cemeteries and cleaning them up. I can’t believe people are so destructive and inconsiderate. Also, your little dog following on your heels the whole time back-and-forth just made me smile.

[@mamiebobb4173]

Robert is a champion human being for all he does - and Blue is a champion companion and guard. He never lets you out of his sight! He deserves an award too!

[@HumbleBeard]

Great work! I appreciate you keeping this blessed place clean. I live over in South Carolina, I wouldn’t mind taking a trip over to Georgia and helping out with cleanup

[@l.m.2404]

I always thought that if I lived near by that, I would do the same thing. Good on you for offering. I hope that Robert takes you up on your offer.

[@GailVaught]

@@l.m.2404 You might have abandoned graves in your own backyard, so to speak, that has been lost out in the woods. I live in northeast Georgia and Robert has me watching out for cemeteries in the woods especially during winter when most of the brush has died back and leaves carpet the ground to inhibit growth of briar and other brush. I'm pretty sure every state in the Union has forgotten cemeteries. I use old topo maps to find marked cemeteries and go and try to find them if I can't find references to them on FindAGrave. I'm off to go gravestone hunting in a local cemetery to get photos of headstones for FindAGrave, found about 50 so far not captured.

[@judyhunt123]

Some people's lack of respect and ignorance is appalling. Thank you for being a good person and respecting those who have walked this earth before us.

[@Duncan_McFly82]

Wow man, by yourself too man There's a special place in heaven set aside just for you and your awesome doggy too! God bless you sir!

[@l.m.2404]

Amen!

[@diannaanderson8677]

you work so hard ,wish more people would help you.

[@MeMe-cz6pk]

Thanks for being somewhat of a guardian for sacred places like this, Robert. I head back to my hometown where we have a family plot and keep the area clean & tidy as well. I will clean off stones where birds perched with just a damp cloth. I'll sweep grass clipping off some rest spots as well. I find it a place where I can gather my thoughts and do some good as well. Thank you for what you do to preserve the resting places of these souls.

[@45beetle]

Thank you for caring keep coming back please

[@dianeanderson8933]

I bet as you were cleaning up the vandalism, the departed souls were happily watching you work and wishing they could help! I love old cemeteries and learning about the people who rest there. There is so much history and love under the ground in them. ❤

[@kathyfreeman5281]

Thank you for showing respect to black people

[@brooks5466]

Robert, you are such a kind and compassionate guy. It’s speaks volumes of you. Thank you for what you are doing. 😁👋🏼💞🥰🙌🏻👍🏼

[@johnbracy6357]

Great job young man, I appreciate your hard work ☑️

[@debrafricano1486]

Such an incredible difference Robert! Shameful what those thieves did! I hope others go out and help you.

[@anncrow3340]

Thanks for taking the time to clean up the graves of strangers. You can bet those greedy, selfish tree thieves would scream the loudest if it was their family graves that were destroyed. Arg

[@donnal.oglesby4806]

Robert, you truly have a beautiful Soul, and do not think your hard work goes unappreicated, cause it really is appreicated . The Cemetery looks so much better and a great idea to come back and number all the graves and document it all, once again. I lot of hard work has gone into cleaning all this up and God bless you for it all.

[@joesphhein1]

Nothing but total admiration for what you do in these forgotten cemeteries Robert God truly bless you

[@judithorphey3296]

Thank you for doing all that you do to clean up the mess left by those who have no respect. I have been visiting cemeteries for over 50 years around Southern West Virginia and have found some similarly vandalized. Now I am not able to physically restore the destruction. Our family cemetary is about all I can keep up now. About 4 years ago I managed to convince several relatives to join me in cleaning off the overgrowth, filling in sunken graves, resetting headstones and repairing fences. Now I am working with my older sister and lots of D2 to clean the stones. I am 72 and she is 76. Please keep u you wonderful work.

[@michellechavez5273]

You’re one of the most decent, honest, honorable people I love to watch on KZbin. Thank you for all you do!!

[@jonathangodwin2861]

You are a good man Sir you are doing a good job you have a very lol friend that follows you everywhere

[@MLM111]

You need to ask for volunteers to help you… great job ❤

[@l.m.2404]

Humblebeard in North Carolina has offered to drive there to help. There must be more who feel the same way.

[@GailVaught]

Great idea. Maybe you can get some teens from the local high school to volunteer their time at the same time teaching them the protocols while in the cemetery. Get them interested in history of their own town.

[@l.m.2404]

Apparently, Robert can't have volunteers did to liability issues.

[@janecarolhogue3140]

God bless you Robert. We need alot of compassionate people like you to come out and restore these sacred cemeteries 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️💔 Robert you have such a good loyal dog 🐕 ❤️

[@pamelabugh1812]

America needs more Roberts!!

[@Rebecca-le9hn]

The 1880 census record has a Manson Hamil listed, Same birth year and county. He is a mulatto, married with two daughters. He is 34, Rena his wife is 38 and his daughter Mary is 10 and Fannie is 7. he is a farmer. I think his parents and a brother are also listed on the same record. Thank you so much for your interest and hard work.

[@andrewowens9382]

Well you know my comment in yesterday's video robert the people who done the damage should be made to clean up the cemetery, you done ✔ 😉 a good 👍 job 👏 Robert 😊 all the best Andrew south wales uk 👌 👍 👏 😀 🇬🇧

[@myirisheyesaresmiling5037]

You mentioned security cameras. Was there any evidence on them? It boggles my mind how some people are. No ones resting place should ever be disrespected or destroyed. You are an amazing man, Robert. One of the best!

[@cherylschantz9893]

You need to contact your local news stations. Get the word out. Those who purchase lumber need to be informed, as well. This is desecration of a graveyard, for goodness sake!

[@l.m.2404]

I agree. Contact the local journalism department at a local college or university.

[@rogerriggs6055]

IF i did not live so far away i would gladly help you, you are doing a good thing and i am proud of you, my dad taught me never mess with a grave yard, respect the people who came before me and again thank you.

[@juliaferraro2599]

That seems like a lot of work for just one man (and dog). God Bless you Robert 🙏 Hope you catch the culprits!! Glad to see you take Blue with you, he will warn you if anyone is around.

[@trishexploring1508]

That dog is such a a good boy! He stays right with you to help watch out while you are working. If I lived around there I would be so happy to come and help you out with taking care of this cemetery. There is an old one here in Bama that I love no one is taking care of with some very old graves in. I am going to start trying to clean it up. You can barely see the markers from all the growth and leaves.

[@gloriafeck6636]

Bless you for caring for these souls. ❤

[@MargaretBartek]

Thank You for cleaning up all those branches.. You are the best and God will reward you!!!

[@thomassmith537]

Very noble act just watch your back and keep a friend close. Thank you Robert it really is a great job.

[@KittKatPawz]

Thanks for all you do Robert. ❤

[@terripadgett8705]

So sorry that you dad to do that. People have w no respect anymore. At least you have Blue, he never leaves your side! Love him❤!

[@1969floridagirl]

Your a good guy. Thanks for looking out for our ancestors.

[@RichardTClark396]

Thanks so much for righting the wrongs of others! Cannot believe the disrespect and desecration of the people in this sacred place outstanding job young man ! I have nothing but respect for you and your efforts there!!

[@dogmosatchmo]

You sir are a stand up guy. If I was closer to you, I'd volunteer and help.

[@katerhodes6945]

I am surprised Robert doesn't have anyone helping him. God Bless him 4 his efforts.

[@mannyortiz4814]

Robert my love. What a blessing you are. Thank for making the time and effort to clean up the graves of those forgotten. Waverly hall Georgia must have some volunteers to come out and help you. Love will come back to you trifold. Until tomorrow. Honey, please take care and stay safe. I love you.🍺❤️🌞👍🌹🙏🇺🇸🕊😇🌈

[@Susan71105]

You have such a kind soul 💛

[@marykearns2140]

Robert, thank you for your hard work on identifying and protecting lost cemeteries.

[@darlenegood4101]

So sad. What a heart you have. I have no more words to say, but THANK YOU FOR CARING ENOUGH.

[@topropesavage150]

God bless you Robert.

[@phillybob255]

Robert, I will be moving to Tifton Georgia soon, have you ever been down to that area to see grave sites? It would be an honor to meet you maybe someday, have a good day God bless

[@SleeTheSloth]

Wow! You have shown an all new level of respect here! May God bless you. I can just hear some the cemeteries residents standing around on a cloud looking down and saying: " Would you look here, a white man is cleaning up our cemetery". I'll bet that put a tear in there eyes. This is one of the things this great country of ours is so sadly missing, "respect". Please do know that God has seen your work. I'm sure it put a smile on his face. Not many of us can lay claim to having done that. May God bless you and for give us all. Amen.

[@NormaMueller-cs3vf]

Robert, thank you so much for the way you care for all people.

[@sharontheobald9478]

Robert, thank you for yet another wonderful video from this special cemetery. You are doing an amazing job of cleaning up the terrible destruction left behind by the tree robbers. You will find favor in our Lord for your hard work and dedication. Blessings! Sharon

[@leticiasingleton4186]

Sr. U are awesome to clean behind others, u truly are a caring man Thanks for ur time.😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jeannettetyler9038]

Thank you , and all the souls thank you ,your work will not be forgotten

[@jamesbass9797]

Robert, you are doing a damn good job in this cemetery. Congratulations on a job well done. RESPECT!

[@dakota1276]

There is a special place in heaven for people like you Robert

[@kimberleyannedemong5621]

Your compassion & kindness & hard work humbles me. I don't even have words to describe how angry this desecration & theft makes me. I hope come judgement day they are called to account. I wish I lived closer so I could help with this very worthy project. Bless you & your work

[@pumpupjam9648]

That is a good deed Robert, hope some of your friends will help you out. It's a big burial ground.

[@mercedithcompala8148]

Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. This is very special to me ❤

[@judyjohnson3157]

Robert, you have done a fabulous job on cleaning up someone else's mess.

[@SondraD7676]

Awareness, yes!! Watch out for our local cemeteries!!You certainly did a lot of work!! It is looking really good. You are greatly appreciated for doing this. So many large pines there is obviously still much danger of more theft. So many graves, the cemetery is much larger than it looked initially. It was random distruction for sure. No reason for it except greed, menacing and no respect for anyone or anything. You make up for a lot of it and bring faith in people back again, always. Enjoyed!! ❣️❣️👍👍

[@SandyD2022]

They say it only takes one, and your proof of that. Great job Robert.

[@GutPyle]

I live in Georgia, but not close to this graveyard to help with the cleanup unless it was planned well in advance. I'm too old to go there alone, and too fed up with idiots who would do something like drop trees on the graves of the dead to deal with them peacefully should they show up when I'm there. But I'd be honored to help. Maybe if you arranged a volunteer effort to help with the cleanup? I would be surprised if the closest church to this cemetery wouldn't be willing to adopt it as their own and take some form of custodianship. Maybe not. In any case, you deserve thanks for what you're doing, and some help.

[@l.m.2404]

I agree.

[@JanGibson-cg7ui]

Go Robert!!!! You are their angel 😇🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@rhondajackson6677]

Wonderful thing you’re doing! A big tarp and a rake to pile all the smaller stuff on would minimize your trips.

[@glennb4745]

God Bless You Robert!!

[@sarahmoller9716]

What a kind and respectful person you are. Surely a sad time for the vandals to disrespect these graves. Your dog Blue is so faithful to you. Some humans could learn from Blue. God Bless. 🙏

[@bethpeters3187]

It's cute to see the pup following you every time you remove more debris. There just isn't many souls of goodness like you anymore Robert. Dan too and your whole crew. Sidestep brings me joy. I'm grateful for you and your team. I've showed my daughter your video series and how important it is to humanity. Thank you.

[@jbkrisandra]

Iam from the South even though I don't live in the South now. However, I would like to thank you for the cleaning up of the old slave cemetary. Thank you so much,

[@karensmith5116]

God bless you Robert! Everyone should have such a kind and caring heart!

[@tinabrookes4913]

Dang Robert! You're lookin very handsomely dressed today! God Bless You and all your helpers.

[@dianngrubbs4018]

I love how Blu is with you every step of the way.

[@marciajohnson6767]

I love that you care about this and that you have your trusty companion making all the trips with you! May God bless you big! ❤

[@stevendeatley4878]

Glad you trying to take care of that old cemetery,I found an old cemetery far out in a national forest wilderness area in VA.one day while I was squirrel hunting. I did a little investigation into it ,at first I thought it was a old Indian burial ground.but after asking around with some folks much older than me,I learned it was the burying ground for slaves ,years ago.i have never shown the site to anyone except my youngest son .it's near a fire trail ,and I figured if folks knew about it they be digging and pilfering around in these folks final resting place.its a beautiful stand of hickory in a mountain ,with a small creek nearby.and it's a excellent place to get a mess of squirrels for supper .

[@terrynichols7199]

What a project for local boy scouts troops with you teaching about history of the local area.

[@l.m.2404]

Or, the history department at a local school, college or university.

[@AdventuresIntoHistory]

Unfortunately they wouldn’t be allowed due to liability of the property owner

[@ronsimmons1357]

You are a good man doing all that I wish I could have been there to help you my friend

[@madgekilbourn5256]

Blue is beautiful! Thank you for documenting the deceased human beings you discovered. We love you Robert.

[@annehallock5370]

I wish I could be there with you and help pick up all the lumber. Thank you, and God bless.

[@lisawilliams7237]

Thank you Robert. The ancestors will take care of them for disturbing their resting place .

[@user-pm9ob5pn9q]

You're such a beautiful person, thank you!⚘️🧔🌻😊

[@user-gz2qh1ie8d]

Bless you many times over! I am sure those souls are looking down in great appreciation for whay you are doing❤

[@stevemergy6087]

Thank you for all you do! Your work is very much appreciated. These creeps need to be caught!

[@nancysantamarialatica1141]

Working hard Robert 💚

[@claudiadesoto2378]

Your the care taker of this amazing historic cemeteries. I’ve been watching your videos from the beginning, good down home people along with Everyone working along with you

[@AdventuresIntoHistory]

Thank you!

[@denisehibbs9576]

Great job Robert ! Thank you so much for cleaning up the vandalism ! God bless you !

[@billellson587]

Loved this video. It makes me so mad someone would have so much disrespect in the name a a few dollars. Thank you for doing all you're doing. It's VERY interesting and needs to be remembered

[@juliedavis9456]

I'm so glad you brought the pups with you it sure made me feel less nervous for your safety. They kept a close eye on you! God bless you for your hard work trying to right this awful wrong. May the folks resting there have peace once again

[@Melissa-pt2ik]

Robert if I lived in Georgia or close by I would’ve been glad to help you clean up the cemetery but I live in Mississippi so I can’t help but like I said I would have been more than happy to help you out there God Bless you Robert for your hard work

[@stephaniesharkey3538]

Just a FYI, use a specific garden marker.Sharpies fad out in UV light! Wonderful that u r caring for this Robert. God Bless