STUNNING Civil War Artifacts in Andersonville!!! | History Traveler Episode 89

When visiting Andersonville, the primary focus for most people is the site of the Civil War POW camp but in the town itself, there is a hidden gem called the Drummer Boy Museum. Don't let the size fool you. This is one of the most incredible museums that you'll ever see.
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[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@plumcrazee9]

I can't watch this right now, but thanks for posting it. It's upsetting me. I have an ancestor who was a Union soldier who was in Andersonville, he lived through it, obviously or I wouldn't be here. I have a framed copy of his cemetery deed hanging in my living room, if I ever think in having a tough day I look at it.

[@franklinbumgartener1323]

I just stumbled across your channel. Well done my friend! I'm really appreciating your work. Thank you and God bless.

[@ptaylor4923]

The hospital bullet isn't one made out of lead. They would have broken their teeth before marks like that were made. I'd be interested in finding out what the material is.

[@buccaneersfan7948]

You should go to St Augustine Florida it would take you back through time of the Revolutionary War the Civil War and so on even the Spanish War especially the Coquina Castle.

[@The1958Rocker]

I am English and live in England. The civil war has always fascinated me, but also deeply saddens me. The thought of the division between fellow Americans, is as sad as the divisions between the English in times gone by. Places like this and their contents are critical in educating future generations of the futility of war. The more gruesome and frightening the better, war cannot and should not be candy coated. God Bless you my American cousins. 👍

[@michaelbaughman9420]

I enjoy anything about Andersonville. My great grandfather was a 14 yr old union soldier and drummer boy. He was a prisoner there. His name was Hiram Baughman. He turned down two releases to let men with families go home. He was carried out on his third release. Another duty of a young drummer boy was to retrieve the bodies from the battlefields. I can not imagine what that man saw when he closed his eyes at night. We still have his blue coat with brass GAR buttons. Also his belt and medals and ribbons. The coat fit me in 6th grade. He was with an infantry unit out of Ohio. He later became a farmer in Kansas. I buried my dad right beside him. He was his hero. RIP to both.

[@circleh5173]

Where are they buried

[@belle16117]

Amazing legacy! My son has his 3x-great grandfather’s Confederate items. He was a prisoner in Elmira, NY. He had been shot at Gettysburg in the Wheat Field.

[@joannahimes-murphy6897]

I lost a great uncle at Andersonville, and my great grandfather died at Gettysburg. For many years we thought he died at Fredricksburg, but when I joined Ancestry I found all his records. I just wish I could have told my Daddy before he went Home to Heaven. I guess he already knows though. He died in 2002

[@jodirauth8847]

What a great family story. Thankyou for sharing

[@JohnMiller-oz7gv]

Wow. Wurtz rejected some young boys as prisoners to keep them from this horror show.

[@TheBammer]

I want to thank you for posting this video. After watching the video I couldn’t help but notice the displays were awesome but the lighting was very outdated and needed updating. I contacted the museum and they agreed to let me donate all new lighting and fans. It’s being installed this week! All new updated LED that will beautify the displays. Your video and efforts helped make this happen. Thanks again.

[@southernman5839]

The past is what shaped us in to a better country today. A lot of people want to condemn the past they never lived. I think we should embrace our history and learn from it. I enjoyed your video!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Agreed. Thanks!

[@irishgip71]

First episode I’ve watched of yours, but you now have this disabled vet addicted. Thank you sir.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

🙏🏼

[@tiffanyannhowe1712]

Thank you for your service IrishGip 😊

[@irishgip71]

@@tiffanyannhowe1712 thank you ma’am

[@janecarolhogue3140]

All JD's videos are wonderful

[@CollectingCardboard]

My g-g-grandfather was imprisoned at the "notorious" Andersonville prison. In his own words, contrary to what most history books & stories will tell, the Rebels (overall,...generally speaking) did *NOT* mistreat/abuse/starve/etc., the Union troops. The Confederates, themselves, were significantly stretched-thin when it came to the necessities (eg. rations, clothing, etc.) . All things considered, g-g-grandpa said the Rebels were generally respectful in their treatment of the prisoners. As an aside, I'm extremely fortunate to have my g-g-grandfather's *original* enlistment & discharge papers from the Civil War era, in addition to many [local] newspaper articles, photos & stories written about him, from the early 1900's. I also have his gold-leaf (generic) invitation from the Government of the United States of America,...requesting his attendance of the commemoration ceremonies of the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg!

[@AstanaxKnight]

Like they say, history is written by the winners. There was "Andersonville of the North" but I never heard of it until well after high school. I was only taught about Andersonville.

[@bbe3034]

What a great story!

[@JohnMiller-oz7gv]

That's the way I always heard it.

[@51stparedoctober4]

That makes a lot of sense. Camp conditions were so miserable that half the daily struggle was dealing with other Union soldiers who were just trying to survive and saw their only option as one that created misery for someone else. Most guards turned a blind eye with little other option and more than a few I'm sure took liberty to make matters worse. Every guard and every prisoner experience is different. My grandfather spent two years in a PoW camp in Germany until the Allies finally arrived and his experience was (according to him) not that bad because the Germans liked the men he was prisoned with. Meanwhile, the Russians in the camp were treated very differently.

[@JohnSmith-xg2mr]

A distant (probable) cousin was captured by the Union and went off to Camp Douglas. I found a record long ago of his internment. The boy from Georgia probably didn’t fare well in the Chicago weather and never came home per any records I found. I suspect none of the camps were any fun.

[@032319581]

Outstanding episode! The memories of Andersonville are horrifying but as all history, we need to remember, NOT tear down.

[@whattheysayaboutme425]

No one is downing museums. The false statutes need to go, OR tell the truth!

[@whattheysayaboutme425]

@matt Matt you are wrong!

[@fredapeeples6619]

@matt Statues belong in a museum at best. Most of them are ns anyway. Museums are proper places, and nobody is talking about taking down museums. Did Fox tell you otherwise? God, trumpers are dense.

[@margarercorriher8356]

I'm a Civil War History nut. I read & study everything about it. I'm a Southern girl. & I love videos on the Civil War. This is a great video.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

👊🏻

[@janice1131]

I am all about conservation of relics but I am so much more for the open display of historical items to the public ! Many museums will display replicas but those don’t give you the chills an actual artifact does. Thank you for the tour and thanks to The Drummer Boy Museum‼️

[@skimmer8774]

Good luck topping the Andersonville episodes. Personally I think they are the best ever,and thanks for a job very well done.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I've got some more content on the horizon that I'm pretty excited about :)

[@beeamerica5024]

He will top it if he goes to fort Oglethorpe up close to the Tennessee Border

[@irfankhalid9929]

History is not meant to be forgotten.. Very very informative.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Agreed. Thanks!

[@jeffkeeley4594]

And it is not to be changed.

[@adriennerimes6846]

I just wish others would understand that.

[@RBG-tr9ce]

People need to remember that history is written about by the victors.

[@angusrocks939]

the drummer boys are so under rated. much like flags kept groups of soldiers together, so did the drummer boys!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Absolutely.

[@marklisa9967]

My Great-Great Grandfather, PVT Charles Brankman, 7th NY Heavy Artillery, was a POW at Andersonville.

[@kayeburlesonkayeburleson2684]

I worked there the summers of 1978 and 1979 and will never forget the experience. Such a wonderful place to explore.

[@jacqueline4514]

Thank you so much for taking us along with you; it is so important to keep the history alive; not enough people today have the slightest inkling of the sacrifices made.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad to share the experiences. Thanks!

[@geekazoid1983]

Heck of a find! I'm glad you pointed out the things like Surratt's bonnet and the captains uniform. Most people just have a broad general understanding of history when you ask them. The little things, the intimate things are often lost to us, the general public. Its the little things like that (and even so the railroad tracks going through town) that can tie us to the past and reminds us that these were regular living people just like us. They had a life, their own plans and ambitions, desires....its incredible.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Very well said. Thanks!

[@sethchiaroproductions2171]

Thank you for your incredible work you do. History is one of the most important aspects of our country that should always be remembered and taught to our youth, good and bad parts of it. May we never have another Civil War in our country.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Agreed on all points.

[@F3aVVX]

Roger that, Corporal Chiaro 😉, absolutely great work! We shall, no we must never forget!

[@SandervkHistory]

That hat of the lady.... seeing that in a museum is a one's in a lifetime moment! Thats really cool!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Very much so.

[@jamig.7254]

@@TheHistoryUnderground My heart sinks, when I look at these belongings of soldiers from the past. Then my feeling turns into anger, when I see black protestors demanding respect as they burn properties, destroy and loot properties, all in the name of justice. I am sickened by it all. Our soldiers fought to preserve the union (USA), from the Southern States decision to secede from it.

[@bicivelo]

The bonnet… we both said “wow” at the same time. 😮. Wow! For sure! So powerful

[@chrisdooley1184]

As an American who loves studying the Civil War and collecting artifacts from that time period, I’m so pleased that my cousins from across the pond find it equally as fascinating as we do. Hopefully some day you can come here to visit the battlefields and museums that are EVERYWHERE

[@clarkkoch4723]

I am an old history nut and I must say that your love of history shows through on every episode. Your D day series was top notch but the series on Andersonville is the best yet that I have seen. Thankyou for your dedication to history.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh wow. Thank you. To be honest, I was concerned that I didn't quite hit the mark on these. Appreciate the kind words.

[@lilwil-ns3uo]

I've asked my husband to visit this museum once covid is over. I love all history but the little museums seem to always be the most interesting.

[@youngguns1319]

There a pretty cool small one in my town it’s all confederate tho in front royal va it’s cool because the battle actually took place across the whole town and the old cemetery there a monument and also the bell air plantation is near there where Robert e lee stayed befor and after Gettysburg and I forget the young girl at the times name of the family that owned bell air she wrote a book about the civil war from the time the union took the town till the confederates took it back and then when the union came back pretty cool stop if your ever in the area

[@lilwil-ns3uo]

@@youngguns1319 thanks for the heads up!

[@goldcanyon340.]

These artifacts are an example of the meaning of priceless. Never, ever tolerate any dollar assessment let alone sale of these whether it be for profit and/or private collections. They belong to us all!

[@Oscarhobbit]

I am watching your channel all the way over in Ireland. Thank you, because it allows me to see places that I will never be able to travel to in person. I would love you to cover some of Federal prisoner of war camps from the Civil War. I would also like to see some more old penitentiaries and jails in your content. Keep up your amazing content.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I'm looking at putting something together for the future.

[@greenmile9496]

@Oscar Spence...look up “The Ohio Penitentiary”. It housed confederate General John Hunt Morgan. He and his officers were sent to there rather than to a prisoner of war camp because of reports that captured Union officers had received similar treatment. In November of 1863, he and six of his officers escaped, but only 2 were recaptured. Morgan returned to Confederate service and was killed in 1864. Unfortunately, the “O.P.” (as it was referred to) is now a parking lot. I was able to tour several portions of it back in the 1980’s after it was shut down. You can still google images and information on it though.

[@oldfan1963]

Rock Island Prison. Located on an Island between Davenport, Iowa and Rock Island, Illinois, the prison was designed to house captured Confederate Army soldiers. www.thoughtco.com/rock-island-prison-104562

[@daniellinehan63]

The POW camp in Chicago was horrible as well.Drive down 31st St.nr the lake where thousands of Rebs died at Camp Douglass

[@Oscarhobbit]

@NoName99 NoFace88 I have many friend in NC who have ashed me many times to come over. Some day when the world gets back to normal and there is no covid I intend going for a visit.

[@roadlizardcu8664]

Fascinating tour, when you focused on the bullet with teeth impressions in it reminded me that was the origin of the phrase "bite the bullet". The depth of the impressions gives a good indication as to the amount of pain and fear the individual was experiencing. Very good, enjoyed. be safe and take care.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@beebop9808]

That's cool stuff! They recently unearthed a grave in my little town of Loganville where they found a Union Colonel. Caused a huge stink apparently because after the war it was forbidden for Union Officers to be buried in the south. The guy was from Ga and his family was here and he snuck back in to be buried. People were actually trying to have him removed and sent somewhere up north. Luckily that was put to rest and he was left with his wife. Costed Walgreens over a million to sort all of that out and get their store built though. I find our history fascinating with all of our contradictions. Like the grave literally in my back yard where a private from the Continental Army is laid to rest. 1776.

[@cynthiastormcaller2121]

Thank you so much for showing the Drummer Boy Museum in your video. It really will help us to keep the museum running. Thank you for allowing us to share our history with you. We love all the videos that you have done on Andersonville. Good Job History Underground!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You bet! Seriously loved that museum. Anybody who goes to Andersonville needs to make that a stop.

[@retiredguyadventures6211]

Good video. My 2nd great uncle, Samuel Copenhaver, died at Andersonville and is buried there. I found his grave about 20 years ago when I visited. The story of how the grave records were preserved by one of the prisoners is fascinating. Also I refused to visit downtown Andersonville because they still have a statue commemorating Henry Wertz who was the camp commander and was hung by the Union after the war.

[@danjeys4999]

He was a soldier

[@danjeys4999]

Point lookout in MD wasn't no holiday camp either for confederate s

[@paulschmitz9175]

Wirz was a scapegoat. Grant cancelled prisoner exchange. Sherman could have freed the Andersonville prisoners on his march to the sea, but chose not to.

[@danjeys4999]

Wirz was a solder Adolf Eichmann was hanged for war crimes many more I can't name Werner von Braun rocket scientist Albert Einstein's they gave them a job

[@retiredguyadventures6211]

@@danjeys4999 Wirz was a POS as are the people that try to defend him. Let me guess tRUMP supporter...

[@cynthiacronin2794]

Fascinating , stunning and chilling. The clothes are in almost perfect condition. Other clothing I have seen were almost falling apart. Well done!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Very much so. They really have an amazing collection there.

[@TheFunkhouser]

Maybe fake?

[@chrispowell6985]

I have really enjoyed your series on the Andersonville prison, especially since I just found out that I had a distant family member that was incarcerated in Andersonville! He was one of the many that made it out alive and was able to go home. In the letter I have telling about his trip home, they say that when he took out his clothes from his valise, there apparently were germs from the measles that had been rampant in the prison and it unfortunately infected some of his family members! What a story! Thanks for sharing! Great museum!

[@shellydehart8217]

Me too. I’m so glad you went there. I was just in Awww at everything they had there. I mean my eyes were bug eyes n my mouth was wide open. So amazing. And that prison camp, oh wow. They definitely did a superb job on that. Gosh, wish I could go back to Andersonville again n see all of this great n treasured artifacts. Unfortunately I’m here to stay as husband has dementia n can’t travel no more. JD this was so impressive n definitely I’m impressed. ♥️♥️😊👍👍👍

[@garybanglebangle7949]

Must go back to Andersonville Ga. I have been in this city several times. Each time learn more history. Have not been able to visit in 10 years. Now I must re-learn history.

[@dondoyle8474]

That’s the best Museum for its size I have ever seen. Some of the most historically significant treasures ever👍👍

[@mysteriousyoungman]

You mentioned Grant so I had to share this. I work in textbooks at a university in NC. One day I was speaking with a student with the last name of Grant. I was reading a biography of U.S. Grant so I mentioned she had the same last name as one of my favorite generals. The young lady smiled and asked which one, when I told her she said she was his great, can't remember how many, granddaughter. I was stunned but was excited to meet her. On a side note, at the same time she was at the university as a student we had an instructor who was a descendant of Robert E. Lee.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ha! That is awesome.

[@scottbivins4758]

While i am a southerner ah yes two of the best generals of the Civil War still live on today. Even though I have my criticisms of grant I guess he's better than Sherman. So ill settle for grant.

[@ericwhite8062]

I was suprised to see Mary Surrat's bonnet there. Also, the little restaurant down the street served me the best cheeseburger and fries.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yeah, that one shocked me. I'll have to go back for the burger :)

[@PorscheSC]

Simply amazing. A national treasure house. It needs to be protected, more people need to know about it and the items need to be carefully preserved. Fantastic video. Thank you for finding and sharing this gem of our Nation's history.

[@michelehurt9258]

When the pandemic is over will definitely go to Andersonville. It's a couple of hours from here. Thanks for the stop at the Little Drummer Museum.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! I think that you'll like it. And the weather will be much nice rtoo.

[@scottfulps2065]

Me too. I'm in Arlington and would like to visit Andersonville soon.

[@F3aVVX]

Maybe we'll meet! 😉

[@williambechmann6547]

This museum was closed on our visit in 2014. Thanks for the tour of the camp, cemetery and museum!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad to be able to share a bit of it!

[@chancevonfreund9145]

I've read so much on Andersonville and it's amazing anyone survived in that place.

[@chadanderson8692]

That three part coverage of Andersonville is the best I have seen done of a place most people avoid. I would love to see your and a drones spin on a lonely and desolate American Battlefield many miles from there in the state of montana. I have only seen one man give it the justice it deserves. I believe with your passion, personality, and abilities, you could spark new interest in the battle of the Little Bighorn. Those poor souls, natives and soldiers were just victims of the times.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Chad Anderson - Little Bighorn is on the list. If things work out the way that I’m hoping, it’ll be a special one.

[@xvsj5833]

Fascinating museum, so glad they preserve these artifacts. Thank you for shared this passed historical moment with us .

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it! Definitely a cool place.

[@jack0cat]

As a civil war enthusiast I’ve never been so thrilled to watch all of you videos. The wife and I have been to Gettysburg 4 times and still haven’t seen everything you have done an incredible job in bringing the facts and tragedy of the war I really can’t get enough. What a great channel. ❤️👍

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I appreciate that. Feel free to share with anyone who might think would benefit from it in some way :)

[@w.charlesyoung2653]

Great museum! It reminds us that it isn’t always quantity...it is quality.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Absolutely!

[@brianogden1789]

Excellent, thank you. My great-great grandfather fought for the Union and died in Tennessee at the age of 27, so the civil war is very real to me.

[@paulthompkins4150]

I am from a small toen next to Andersenville and spent most of my youth in Andersenville. As an adult I hate that I didn't truly appreciate all the history that I surrounded me.

[@spartanumismatics8165]

Drummer boys were often younger than 15. The youngest being 8 i believe

[@scotscotty8075]

I am 76 and have been reading about and studying the Civil War since I was a lad. Thank you. I really enjoyed this.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@corrinenolan344]

I have a 3rd Great uncle (Samuel R. Dickerman) that died there. His brother, James Dickerman, my 3rd Great Grandfather was a pow and passed in 1864. There are two other brothers that served and made it home. Charles and Ed. They kept writing to family asking about eachother but were not receiving eachothers mail. Their letters are in MSU collections. Tonight I decided to suck it up and see what Andersonville is really about. I have put it off since I knew it would be really hard. This was really heartfelt of you. Thanks so much for taking the time and showing us. Blessings to you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

My pleasure. Thanks for sharing that.

[@eastsidebadger8416]

Another great video & I cant believe how many cool artifacts are in that little museum..the jaw bone was sobering, some poor guy had a very bad day.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

The jaw bone really got me. Pretty amazing little museum.

[@williamarinder8809]

My great-great uncle, Lynsder Gray, got his lower jaw shot off in one of those battles. He survived, and grew a long beard to cover it up. He had to mix his food with milk and pour it down his throat, as he could not chew the food. After the war, he moved to Texas and owned a stagecoach inn.

[@1028dianemarie]

@@williamarinder8809 wow. Poor guy.

[@heidiandbretz9867]

@@williamarinder8809 WOW just wow! What a hero and man of steel. Quite a convicting story, needing told to people in the present time for a good dose of perspective and thankfulness for what they have

[@glennwhittaker197]

Not only was it cool inside, it was COOL inside!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ha! Exactly.

[@sandrasharp2934]

In 8th grade, I did a report as my History assignment. I chose Andersonville, which I had never heard of. Talk about eye-opening! Extreme overcrowding, no food, little shelter for the THOUSANDS of prisoners, OPEN TRENCHES as bathroom facilities! The South had precious few resources. You barely showed the photos of emaciated pow's, most starved or died of untreated medical conditions. I encourage others to read about this camp, as well as Belle Isle in the James River, Richmond VA

[@paulagibson2672]

Thank you so very much for taking us to Andersonville prison, cemetery and museum!!! I know I probably heard of it, but I earned so much from your videos!!!

[@JJherne]

Wow. I was going to write more but "wow" is all that's needed.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I was pretty amazed with the place myself.

[@timothyogden9761]

That bonnet, to me, is as cool as General Cornwallis's candle at Hermitage. Evidence of our past must be preserved.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Completely agree

[@whattheysayaboutme425]

The TRUTH need to be told

[@lmp7593]

I stumbled upon this clearly by the internet knowing my research. Well it's like this, I have been looking for my great grandfather who had fought for the union and was interned at Andersonville. Been at a loss because all I have is the family name and not his first. Surname is Martin and he was supposedly full cherokee. My father said that he did survive Andersonville and recanted a story that was told to him about the horrific conditions and in a last desperate moment for survival he actually killed and ate a cat. I tried to get more out of my Grandfather about him but he passed away at 99 1/2 years old in 2016. I greatly appreciate this series because it has given me some insight to what he lived thru. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad that it connected. I've got a lot of content on this channel that you may enjoy with more being uploaded every week.

[@tonydugal5275]

Great video. Thanks for your great reveal of this museum. I visited Andersonville Prison historic site, Andersonville National Cemetery & the tiny town of Andersonville, where this museum is located, in mid-summer 2020 (during a crazy period of fears of Covid resurgence in some southern states). Many museums (including this) were closed. Glad you gave viewers a look inside. (I hope to return post-pandemic).

[@chuckgmanleyphotos7197]

Your keeping history alive!! The content of the museum is riveting to watch.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@rebekahelrod3642]

Yes, I visited those hallowed grounds...very somber

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Very much so.

[@gsp49]

National Park service ruined it years ago, when they filled in the escape tunnels and wells that used to be there.

[@jtcj1994]

What an amazing gem of a museum. Great to give it a plug and have people come see it.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

That's one of my goals with this channel. Hopefully it inspires people to get out and learn.

[@jtcj1994]

My only issue with your videos is the length....... you could make 60 minute vids and i wouldnt mind at all

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

JT ULTRAGLIDE - Ha! Thanks. I try to keep them a little shorter by design. My original intent was for history teachers to be able to use them in class as a supplement for their students. Hopefully they’re proving to be helpful in some way.

[@jtcj1994]

I would love for that to happen. My children received little to no American history in school. All done by their Grandfather and myself. Keep up the great work

[@awizardalso]

I'm a northerner by birth, born in upper Manhattan, New York City on May 3rd, 1954. I still have respect for those in the south who fought for the Confederacy against the Union. The Civil War was a sad part of American History as so many gave their lives fighting for what they believed in.

[@billd.iniowa2263]

As a miniature wargamer and miniature builder, I can appreciate that diorama! Not just popcicle sticks and Elmers glue, huh? lol -- Thanx for the tour, interesting as always!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I was still picking up new details when I was going back and looking at the video. That thing was impressive.

[@billd.iniowa2263]

@@TheHistoryUnderground A truly good piece of art is one where the viewer sees something new and interesting with each viewing. And being 3 dimensional, miniatures lend themselves to this quite readily. Yeah, I love minis!

[@tikitavi7120]

I love classic old school museums. So many have been "modernized" with slick signs everywhere asking stupid school kid questions.

[@reneehughes7860]

I'm older now and unable to travel. Thanks for sharing all your adventures with us.

[@sandranorman5469]

Me 2

[@SandervkHistory]

That surgeon saw 😱 scary...

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Right?

[@brandonpatterson5909]

Cold harbor,Gaines mill, malvern hill, and totopony creek, are all like 20mins from where I am, civil war battlefields

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Really hoping to hit those spots one of these days.

[@monicacall7532]

My dad and I visited there in 2001 when we went on one of our many Civil War battlefield visits in the eastern part of the country. (We’re from the West.). It was part of our itinerary. That part of Virginia has so much fascinating history in a fairly small area (at least compared to out here in the West).

[@BigLisaFan]

Lots of 1812 battlefields no more than maybe an hour from me. A couple of years ago, a farmer uncovered a British cannon ball in his field. It had been fired to harass the retreating Americans after the Battle of Stoney Creek at the 40 Mile Creek where they had stopped to rest before heading back to Fort George. Where I live was, at the time, captured territory. I do 1812 re-enacting and is an honour to drill and march on the very same battlefields. It helps bring history alive for the spectators and is a great way to learn about the past.

[@stevemeska7784]

Great video! It looks like they have a very good collection there. This would make a great weekend motorcycle ride. It's also amazing that they have Mary Surrat's bonnet there. Not too far from here in Geneva Florida I was surprised to learn that one of the conspirators, Lewis Powell, is buried. Well, at least part of him is buried there.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh wow! I didn't know that either.

[@brakel8r]

only 4 podcasts i give an automatic thumbs up to as i know the content will be #1 factual....#2 educational....#3 interesting....#4 entertaining....#5 done with integrity....... and you are 1 of the 4. Thanks for all your hard work. How bout some WW1 stuff...if i missed it i apologize

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

brakel8r - I really do appreciate that more than you know. I have some pretty big plans for a WWI series in the future. Just have to get through this pandemic and then find the means and the time.

[@brakel8r]

@@TheHistoryUnderground i eagerly await

[@sandraa2971]

I have enjoyed your videos. You bring history alive. Keep doing what your doing it’s important to teach. Children and adults need to learn there history. When you listen to the news you can see how many people do not know there history. I have learned a lot that I did not know myself. Can not wait to visit some of these places.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks so much! Hopefully the channel is proving to be useful to people. Feel free to share it out if you come across anything that you think others might find interesting.

[@peterpiper_203]

Glad your channel popped up in my feed Thanks for being me and us to the museum Got yourself a new subscriber

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! Thanks so much. I upload about twice a week. Should be plenty of past content to sift through as well 😄

[@MrDebone75]

Went to Andersonville last year. Humbling place. The Prisoner of War Museum was pretty interesting. The one thing that struck me as very wierd in the town was the large monument in "honor" of Col. Wertz

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I didn’t see that until I was leaving town. But I agree. That one seemed a little odd.

[@virginiaoflaherty2983]

Wirz was marched to the gallows on on November 10, 1865... Wirz’s trial and execution closed the case in the public’s mind. Wirz’s body was barely cold in its unmarked grave when Southern apologists began a campaign to make Wirz a martyr or a scapegoat. A key witness against Wirz was soon revealed to be living with a false identity, enough to fuel the conspiracy theorists ignoring the substance of his testimony. Southern writers claimed Wirz’s trial was unfair, citing his absence from Andersonville on one of the days specified in the charges. The Lost Cause true believers even blamed the North for forcing the South to mistreat prisoners. The cult-like devotion to clearing Wirz even prompted some Southerners to seek a presidential pardon. In 1909, the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) decided to erect their own monument to Wirz. Some UDC members lobbied for placing the tribute in Richmond, or the Georgia towns of Macon or Americus. But the majority decided to build the obelisk in Andersonville, barely a mile from the site of the prison.

[@whattheysayaboutme425]

The south have a tendency to change the narrative

[@paulschmitz9175]

@@virginiaoflaherty2983 It was Grant that cancelled the exchange of prisoners. Sherman could easily have freed the prisoners at Andersonville on his march to the sea - but chose not to.

[@samlatlippe4597]

My son and I watched as he is now virtual schooled (w/ 3 brothers) and he is doing report on civil war prisoners on both sides. A wonderful, well done series.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome! That is exactly why I created this channel to begin with. Glad to see that it's proving useful.

[@franklubbock8400]

wow that all of the clothing is in the best condition I have ever seen for civil war era clothing its virtually flawless and it looks like people can reach out and touch some of it! wow they should give Gettysburg museum some tips on conservation. its almost unbelievable.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yeah, I was really impressed.

[@gaylewilliamson9183]

Oh my ,what an interesting place.I learn something new every day.So many pieces of history in such a small place.Thank you so very much.👍🇺🇸💟💗

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@craigconn7424]

That was an amazing video wow what a great collection of artifacts. I need to get down there and see that I did not know that was even there. Thank you so much for showing us.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You should! It really is amazing. Super nice people there too.

[@ronpaul8643]

Our American History thank you for keeping it Alive and thank you for sharing ❤️🇺🇸🦅🙏

[@reneefurrer2712]

Way back when I was in high school, I hated History class! As I became and adult, and throughout adulthood, I have loved history, especially the Civil War Era. I had to subscribe to see more!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome. That really does mean a lot. Hope that you continue to enjoy all of the history content on the channel

[@NickP]

The savagery of this time period is almost unbelievable.

[@howardwayne3974]

There was savages on both sides . read the book " to die in Chicago " . it tells the story of camp Douglas Illinois where confederate prisoners where sent . .

[@algonquinjcalhoun7831]

@@howardwayne3974 Yep.

[@hargas1974]

Keep up with the awesome videos! I originally found your videos about Normandy and I hope you'll be able to go back when all the covid19 is a distant memory. God bless!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

That's the plan! Thanks!

[@ALSNewsNow]

Thanks for what you do for handicapped Americans like me who could never access this stuff.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@roberthenry9319]

Another marvelous episode. Your passion as a Civil War historian and your enthusiasm for sharing both with us (suscribers and casual viewers alike) always comes shining through. There really is nothing that can compete with History Underground for truly enjoyable, fun, and satisfying history. H-U is not classroom rigidity or scholarly intensity. It is not meant to be . H-U is on -site historical storey telling at its finest. That makes History Underground absolutely unique as well as brilliant. And lovable. Please keep 'em coming. Thank you. R. Henry, M.D.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I really do appreciate that 🙏🏼

[@benec5816]

do a lot of these towns have great museums like this would be awesome to travel around and see them thanks heaps and say safe

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Completely agree!

[@BryonLetterman]

I just found your channel earlier this week. American history is fascinating, and thank you for doing what you do. I really enjoy your work.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks for watching!

[@shanktonlewis9408]

Remember going there 2 yrs. ago. Couldn't count the times I said WOW to myself because of the displays. A great place that doesn't seem to get the credit it should. Thanks for the trip down memory lane.

[@JustMe-mh2pn]

Drummer boys, that's right it was mostly children! My heart breaks and I really have tears in my eyes. The museum is absolutely impressive and made with so much love. I wonder all the time how the Bonnet found its way to Georgia. Stunning

[@jimscardino2603]

Amazing! So much interesting stuff in that little museum. Mary’s bonnet looks brand new! Did it look old to you at all?

[@BigLisaFan]

That is one incredible place. Truly one of a kind items for the most part. Seeing Mary Surrat's bonnet, just amazing. I don't think she was involved other than owning the boarding house but revenge was more on the minds of the accusers rather than justice. Tried by the military, not a jury of her peers wasn't right As for the model, the raiders most certainly had the high ground. Dryer when it rained as water flows down hill, a commanding view of the camp and no one could come at them from behind because of the deadline. Furthest away from "the swamp" and disease.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Completely agree. Thanks for filling in some of the gaps.

[@chadanderson8692]

I believe Mary Surrat knew what they were plotting, therefore being guilty, not deserving of a hanging though. But we must be careful of judging those of our past with our modern eyes. Events that took place in our past has helped us evolve into who we are now. Your take on the raiders is excellent!!!

[@blakemiller1629]

one more item, the photo of the hanging was clandestine, that was not to be allowed but I forget who snapped an image from the big house

[@BigLisaFan]

@@TheHistoryUnderground It was later ruled by the Supreme Court that civilians could not be tried by a military court but by a jury of civilians, even in times of war. Have you seen the film, The Conspirator? Very well done but not too sure, like anything from Hollywood, how accurate it is. She did own the boarding house and knew some of the conspirators. Beyond that, don't think she was too involved, most certainly not warranting a death sentence, but revenge and retribution run hand in hand at times. Glad you still say "Oh my gosh" instead of God which I hear so very frequently on too many videos.

[@BigLisaFan]

@@chadanderson8692 Thank you. It is where i would choose to be, and yes, we should not judge people of the past with what we know today. Either way, if she knew or not, or how involved she was, she paid with her life and stepped into history.

[@everettmenard4834]

A lot of these little museums have the best stuff. And it's more intimate too.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@Jerry-fn5nx]

For such a small place they have very important artifacts and some very cool pieces that I've never seen. The two bullets colliding in midair is way cool. I can imagine that happened more than a person thinks with all the lead that was flying during a heavy battle. I'm impressed 👍

[@larrystephens7437]

In keep with the conspiracy theory of Lincoln. I highly recommend a visit to Fort Jefferson. The location Dr Samuel Mudd was held in prison. Thanks for sharing the visit of the Drummer Boy museum.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I'll have to check that out. Thanks!

[@elibyrd2112]

My Dad has had that same painting by Daniel Troiani at 1:37 for years. In fact, he probably has over 50 paintings by Troiani. He is a "traditional academic realist painter well known for his extremely accurate historical and military paintings mostly of the Civil War". (Sorry, had to quote from the guys website because I didn't know how else to describe him!) If you are interested in the Civil War, you would love his paintings!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh wow. I'll check that out. Thanks!

[@johnlarue2248]

Exceptional post. To be surrounded by actual items that cannot be found anywhere else, what an adventure. Well done and well done to the Drummer Boy Museum!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks. Pretty cool place that they have there.

[@Jenn-sy5qh]

I'm into WW1 but stopped to watch this video and was amazed at what they had in that little museum. Fascinating and interesting both.

[@mirandak244]

This is so neat, going to plan a trip out that way in a few weeks. It’s a shame that the National Infantry Museum was still closed when you came through Columbus. It’s really an amazing place. If you ever make it back down this way, check it out. Also the National Civil War Naval Museum is small but really neat here in Columbus.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I'll get back down there at some point.

[@priscillasmith9259]

Thats my FAVORITE Military museum!💖

[@TJDawgs72]

Wow...that scale model of the POW camp is amazing!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yeah, pretty impressive. I could've looked at that thing for hours.

[@keithburton5877]

Thank you again for your videos on Andersonville. An incredibly moving series. I’ve been to Andersonville in the past while working nearby in Plains on a client project and I was struck, as you were, by the aura of this historic place. Definitely on my list to return and to retrace your steps. Well done, my friend!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marcuswardle3180]

This was so interesting looking at all of those items in the museum especially the clothing items. One thing did ‘bug’ me though as I work within a Museum. A lot of the clothing was within touching distance. The amount of times in our museum when we have old clothing items on display people (especially women) will want to feel the material! This can lead to certain (reachable) areas becoming stained and will damage the garment. I saw no datalogger, devices to record temperature and humidity, anywhere. It would be a great shame for some significant items to be lost when with some different care they can last for almost ever. Sorry if this sounds a bit of a rant but preserving things is my thing! It is mentioned in the end that it runs on private donations but I am sure that any locally county, state or federally funded museum would gladly help with expertise and even loan equipment if needed.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I actually thought about that while I was there.

[@stellabella6839]

This little museum, to my knowledge, is supported solely by private funds. In October there is an annual reenactment there and that is the little town’s “Black Friday”if-you-will. In recent years, preserving Confederate “anything” is at risk. If you want places like this preserved, support them by attending the events. There is so much more to the “War of Northern Aggression” than most people will ever know. Do a little research on the Corwin papers or Corwin Amendments. As a side note, Wirz tried to tell Lincoln/North that he could not feed and care for the Prisoners and tried to get a prisoner exchange and was refused. The Northern prison camps had the ability to care for the Southern prisoners but chose not to do so. They also burned Georgia down even though most fighting age men were away, brave man, that Sherman (sarcasm off). Old men, women and children took up whatever arms they could find to defend their home and keep the Yanks from killing their only milk cow.

[@marcuswardle3180]

@@stellabella6839 I’m English and will not insert myself into ‘your’ history. I am an archivist by profession and work within a small museum. It is possible with limited funds to preserve objects and put on excellent displays. Sometimes showing less tells a more informed story.

[@stellabella6839]

@@marcuswardle3180I definitely meant no disrespect to you. I am so glad, Marcus, there are people like you that are educated in preserving the articles. I do know that many of the artifacts in this museum are under glass and/or are out of reach from the public. Some are replications of the original. Hand sewn just like the original. Many in the Deep South have articles of clothing that were handed down from our ancestors that were cared for and preserved by the original owners (wrapped in linen and stored in a cedar chest) and never found until they nosed around in the attic at grandma’s house.

[@marcuswardle3180]

@@stellabella6839 From my point of view, from working in a museum, is that cedar wood does have properties that moth larvae do not like. It’s the larvae that do all the ‘munching’! Problem is that the oils in the wood dissipate over time and lose their potency. An acid-free box with the garment wrapped in acid free tissue. Also put acid-free tissue in the sleeves in the form as if an arm was in them.

[@bassmangotdbluz3547]

Curtains and Pictures are HUNG; whereas, people when being executed are HANGED.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@maryannschweikert4495]

Fascinating place. I love going to museums. I could spend hours in one, reading every little bit of information that was there. Doubt if I will ever get to this one though. Thank you so much for showing it to me. Take Care.

[@donnakearse2503]

I love the Civil War Era. I’m fascinated to see your videos of it. Thank you so much. For doing this.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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