The Nazi Surrender of Fortress Cherbourg (Where It Happened!!!) History Traveler Episode 295

The American 7th Corps defeat of the German army in Cherbourg was a major development for the Allied in late June of 1944. In this episode, we're going to the exact spot where Gen. Joe Collins accepted the surrender of the German forces in Cherbourg who were under the command of Gen. Karl-Wilhelm von Schlieben. Definitely a place that not many people have seen.
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Very nice video. Robert Capa, the Life Magazine photographer, appeared at the 9th Infantry Division commander's area to take pictures of the captured officers. But the Germans definitely had other notions. Von Schlieben was particularly difficult. “I am tired of this picture taking,” he snapped... Capa, who speaks German, sighed and lowered his camera momentarily. “I too, am tired General,” he pointed out, “I have to take pictures of so many captured German generals!”.

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Found that "Bob" Robert Karlin on Find a Grave....died 1997 age 76 in Colorado, born in Catharine Kansas 1920, noted as WWII Vet.

[@joegibson4946]

Interesting. Have you read about Cmdr. Quentin Walsh, USCG, and his actions at Cherbourg. He lead the team which cleared the Naval Arsenal and later captured Fort du Hornet and freed 53 members of the 101st Airborne.

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I am always looking for your history, since so much of it a lot of people my age do not know, of all that happened there, and to see the films of everything along with the history is always amazing to me, and J.D you do an awesome job in gathering all this history and sharing and preseve it all. Great to have Erick with you to share what items he brought with him, share them with the places that they were found or used or belonged to at this time in history. The Room is amazing and to have saved all that they did, of what went on there is amazing to see.

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Awesome as always. Private residence!? Looks like it’s maintained like a museum. Would you be able to shed more info on this?

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Thought it was awesome that they kept a piece of the wallpaper or fabric that adorned the walls during that time period and had it framed on the wall behind the desk. Great vid as usual have really been enjoying these. Glad to see that the theft of your belongings In Athens didn’t slow you down. Thanks again for all the hard work making these videos. I really look forward to them. Hope you and Eric had a fantastic time over there.👍

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Thank you JD and Erik!

[@rjg2394]

Something I found interesting, unlike his fellow officers Gen von Schliengen is wearing a battle helmet and in spite of losing his command and while being led to surrender, -the greatest indignity for a General, the man still stops to wipes his feet before entering the building. at 4:36

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I wish I had the means to travel and visit more of these sites. I guess I can find some local history to visit - it's everywhere we go if you dig a little...great video this one WOW! TY.

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Some of the best history is local.

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A bit of trivia. The nephew of Gen. Collins was Mike Collins...one of the Apollo 11 astronauts.

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beautiful reflection that was the turning point of the war - lovely

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It's weird to think that in another 10-20 years, the second world war will be gone from living memory. If I ever by chance come across a veteran from back then, or even a civilian who remembers the war, I always show them the utmost respect and try to learn of their experiences, because once those people are gone, first hand accounts from that time in history will be gone forever. It's quite a moving thought when you think about it.

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My grandfather was at Utah beach and was 28th infantry division 112th infantry regiment. Can you do a video on the 28th infantry division (the bloody buckets)? He wouldn't talk about the war so I'm trying to see the places he may have been and get insight on the paths he took. Thanks.

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That's not all that uncommon. My grandmother married her 3rd husband in 04 he was Air Force, I believe in this War. He asked my grandmother one time why she has his picture of him in his uniform on display.

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Excellent! Better than the dates and names that bored me stupid during history classes in school.

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Worst way to teach history. Hope people are sharing out these videos.

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you should credit the war photographers. especially on famous footage like the gi telling them to raise their hands higher. who shot that footage ?

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The German 88mm artillery at Ft du Roule was responsible for my father’s loss on 24 June 1944. His squadron, the 404th, 371st FG, was directed to attack and take out those guns. My dad was flying his P-47 Thunderbolt at approximately 2000’ altitude, on a bomb run. The guns fired and his ship was hit, blowing the entire tail off. He crashed into nearby Octeville and was killed. Today there is a monument on that place called, “Square Strahlendorf.” Cherbourg was liberated the next day. I was born two months after.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh my. Thank you for sharing that.

[@zillsburyy1]

that famous video where the wounded GI with the m1 carbine tells the german to raise up his hands higher!

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As fascinating as that room is, I would love to wander around the whole chateau. Seeing the round towers and dormer windows makes me wonder what the floor plan of a building like that would be. Stunning place.

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Me too. With it being a private residence, we were only allowed in the one room.

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It's a family's house n home.

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That chateau is immaculate. Looks like it hasn't changed in 70+ years. Amazing artifacts and the owner owns that history!

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That was a very cool place to visit!!

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Appreciate that! Would love to get to Iwo.

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Most excellent

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When I was a kid I saw an movie/opera called "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg." Maybe it always rains there.

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Can’t believe Charborg had to go through that 😢

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Great video & am amazed of all the contacts Eric has across the world. Keep up the good work & enjoy the chicken nuggets. Oh I mean the Chick FIL-A😂

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Amazing

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Thanks!

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If only those walls could talk. Incredible

[@Chiller11]

Karl von Schlieben ordered his soldiers to fight to the last man until that might include himself.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ha! Yep.

[@patrickmccrann991]

No, Hitler ordered then to fight to the last man. He ordered his men to delay the Allies as long as possible to allow destruction of the port. When this was completed, he ordered his men to surrender. Hitler ordered von Schlieben's arrest when he found out he had surrendered.

[@patrickmccrann991]

JD, that sign would be from a regimental hq not the VII Corps. Division, Corps, and Army would use G-1, G-2, etc.

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Thanks! Currently running a Panasonic GH6.

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Have you been to the Holocaust museum in Farmington hills Michigan? Extremely sobering experience.

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Lets get it good watch while i eat breakfast

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Awesome

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For sure, the generals of all the armies of the world have always chosen the best places to settle...Looks like a little paradise.

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Excellent, but how tragic that a sniper thought killing a military chaplain performing the last rites was a legitimate target. Mindless :(

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How do all these places actually feel? Can you still feel the presence for lack of a better term

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Nice place.

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It is not often in my experience. Anyway, do you see German generals wearing helmets, and certainly not when surrendering to the allies?

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JD any signs of Kilroy?

[@carolecarr5210]

Excellent video, especially see that American flag signed by General Collins. Was he a West Point grad?

[@patrickmccrann991]

Yes. He was the Army Chief of Staff during the Korean War. Commanded the VII Corps from Normandy til V-E Day.