The Two Tombs of George Washington (and His Teeth) | History Traveler Episode 123

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@tylerhall4322]

As a direct descended from George Washington I say thank you for doing this video

[@lostxchromosome]

Do you just film yourself traveling? Is the your profession ?

[@terribethreed8464]

I just watched the History Channels 3 Episode documentary about George Washington & the one they did on Abraham Lincoln also yesterday. The also have on FDR, etc. You should watch them JD, they're well worth the time invested. 2 things you might want to know; Washington's teeth were also made out teeth, not only animal & human cadaver teeth but he also had actually paid his slaves for having them extracted, to be used in his false teeth. The other one they talked about was how he died. Yes, he had an infection in his throat but the modern Dr.'s who did a forensic autopsy of Washington, said that it was more than likely he had died from blood loss due to the blood letting practice. He had repeatedly told them to keep doing the blood letting until the end when he said 'no more'. He had also told Martha to wait 3 days before burying him. He was afraid if being buried alive, as most people were in that era. Out of all of the documentaries I've watched over the year's, these are the best I've ever seen. I promise you won't regret watching them JD. P.S. I also started watching their documentary on FDR & to answer the question regarding his leg braces, FDR wore them under his slacks, so as not to be visible by the public. Just as he hid his braces, he also had his cars created with the steering column leavers which controlled the breaking & gas controls, so he could still drive. He refused to be viewed as a cripple on the public & world's stage. His eldest son was always by his side, to help his father in any way he could. Whether it be helping him dress, pushing his wheelchair or helping him walk on stage for speeches, he was always by his fathers side. That is the true devotion of a son for his father. I think they should do a documentary for Eleanor Roosevelt & his family also. She was a woman of strength, a woman of knowledge & ideas way beyond her times. I would have loved to have met them in person & talked to them on a personal level.

[@shalomshalom1000]

I’m a South American originally and I’m passionate for the American history. I’m a USA 🇺🇸 citizen 25 years ago and every time I’m more delightful to learn more history everyday. Thank you much for your videos.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@ChrisGtek]

Here’s a 🍪

[@dcjway]

@@ChrisGtekWhat kind of cookie?

[@brendametcalfe7476]

I was at Washington tomb on Veterans day a couple years ago. If you are a veteran they let you on the grounds for free and you can go into the tomb. They give you a flower to lay on the tomb. It was a moment I will never forget. My husband is the veteran but he didn’t wish to go in.

[@robertcornman6406]

I just tell ya VETERANS are great people, I am a,Army, VETERAN, come home from Vietnam 1969,purple heart. Thanks for your information 👍 ✝️

[@isrulius]

Ugh obnoxious soldier wives

[@isrulius]

@@robertcornman6406so you served in an unnecessary war in Vietnam? Doesn’t make you great at all.

[@joemuzy6015]

​@@isruliusyou must be a young punk that never served

[@braydenname2743]

@@joemuzy6015or just someone that likes to stir shit for no reason.

[@puddysue]

Thanks to those ladies for saving this historical site!

[@sharleanebailey2795]

Today I found your channel. I’m so impressed. I hated history in school. Memorizing all the dates and wars wasn’t interesting to me. It wasn’t till I was older that I learned I love history. How people lived, buildings, and people. You sir, do a fabulous job of teaching interesting history. Thank you! God bless.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! So glad that you’re enjoying it. Feel free to share it out with a few others from time to time. 🙂

[@marykirves5457]

Same thing happened to me! Now I love history!

[@XHollisWood]

Incredible details of George Washington they don’t teach you in school. Love this , Thank you 🇺🇸

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Our pleasure!

[@jimscardino2603]

Yes your right, those teachers didn’t give half of what I just learned is this 19 minute video! Nice comment!

[@ivangranger8494]

Jim Scardino '1776, by David McCullough,' And The Secret Six, might be books you enjoy. I really enjoyed, The secret Secret six, by Brian Kilmeade.' . And you are so correct. We are taught way too little about this Great, Soul.

[@XHollisWood]

@@ivangranger8494 Thank you for the recommendations 👍🇺🇸

[@ivangranger8494]

X VSJ You are very welcome. One more I enjoyed was, ' Kidnapping the Enemy, Generals Lee & Richard Prescott, by Christian McBurney.'. Great reading for Winter. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@susanschaffner4422]

Washington was such a stoic private man, he'd be surprised how much we have learned about his life. Very good episode. Thanks.

[@adamwood5440]

This is the type of history education that should be taught in all history classes at all grade levels. Job well done. Keep up the great work.

[@alecs6492]

Being right there at the tomb of the General. Wow,what a moment,what an experience. Gave me chills. I hope to one day get out there to pay my respects. Good stuff.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I’ve been wanting to hit this spot for a long time. Didn’t give myself nearly enough time though.

[@joeyshofner639]

Me too.

[@harveybaker7381]

I remember visiting Mt Vernon with my son back in 2019. I have always revered George Washington and admired his humility. President Washington could have just as easily become a lifelong dictator. Yet he chose to set a positive example for the future. I know he wasn't perfect but the truth is, he gave our country so much. Given these feelings, my visit there was a powerful experience, especially viewing his final resting place, the doors of which were open when I was there. I am so grateful to those who've worked to preserve Mt Vernon for future generations.

[@bobbyd6680]

Then came Donald Trump and destroying everything these great men put into motion. Sorry I couldn't help myself.

[@KDbbasm]

Only just discovered your channel and have subscribed. What a pleasure to have seen Mount Vernon. I had no idea it was as much of a working "community", I learned so much, thank you.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome, thank you!

[@merendasonthemove8236]

Your videos continue to be a major addition to my HS Special Education History class. Thank you again for making my job easy. My class is very grateful for your work. They also loved that I met you with my daughter this last Summer under the arch. Thanks again.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Hey! Hope that you all are well. Thanks for the kind words. Glad to hear that the content is proving useful in the classroom!

[@JanTrewhitt]

What a wonderful video, thank you so much for making it! I am 85 yrs old and would never get the chance to see this place. Such a fine man!!

[@puranchandbali8033]

One cannot feel tired watching this piece of history

[@patricialenaburg6553]

Wonderful video, I have to travel along with you to see these fascinating places. Due to age, and illness, I am no longer able to travel, so your a blessing to me, and I know to many others. I think when you became a history teacher, it was your destiny, it picked you.

[@kateclark7250]

I learn more history from JD than I had in high school and college. Thank you!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Ha! Thanks. Always learning :)

[@karenhope7943]

@@TheHistoryUnderground This is what I do after church on Sundays watch your videos and learn something. It is so hot outside in Houston that I cannot stand to be outside, so instead, I watch your KZbin.

[@peetyw8851]

Well done. I’ve been to Mt Vernon in 1963 and in 2001. Learning of the exhibits that you’ve presented, I’m planning another trip. Ron Chernow’s biography of Washington left me with an understanding of his being responsible for holding the Continental Army together against great odds and with great personal sacrifice.

[@jd0415_]

Visited Mount Vernon years ago. I was pretty young then so I don’t remember much. I remember seeing his deathbed, the trees, the garden, and his grave the most. We also took a boat ride on the Potomac. I’m definitely going to go back as I’m older now so I can really experience it.

[@chadanderson8692]

I'm not a big fan of the idea of moving the deceased years after they were buried. But as you informed us it was Washington's wishes. I love that they didn't destroy his old tomb, though it didn't look like it gets the care that everything else gets on the property.

[@bobbyd6680]

Then there are people like me. At risk of sounding morbid, which is not my intent, I'd like to see them open the coffin and determine once and for all the cause of death. Too much speculation. Then, unless the inner lead coffin was airtight, there is probably not much left to work with.

[@chadanderson8692]

@@bobbyd6680 takes alot to offend me, that doesn't sound morbid at all. I thought we all knew the cause of death. Wasn't it pneumonia?

[@justina249]

@@chadanderson8692 bacteria infection of the throat that caused the throat to swell shut. Back before antibiotics were common

[@wayneantoniazzi2706]

@@justina249 True. What Washington died of, acute epiglottitis which could be easily cured by injections of antibiotics today. Interestingly Washington wasn't the only one in the Mount Vernon area that died of the same disease in December of 1799, other fatal cases were reported.

[@wayneantoniazzi2706]

The old tomb you see today is stabilized and restored. By the 1830's when Washingon's remains were moved to the new tomb the old one was pretty dilapidated. I forget who, but one senator said after seeing the old tomb "I wouldn't bury my dog in there!"

[@CharlesLeeWyattDeusVult]

There also was an additional tomb site built for George Washington at the Virginia State Capitol incorporated in Washington's Equestrian Statue and Monument that also as surrounded by other statues of Virginia Founding Father Revolutionaries.

[@MichaelMcKinnon-i2y]

George Washington had a set of wooden dentures for posing for portraits, he also had dentures made of deer and whale bone. The vault in the Capitol Building is still there, there's also a vault for Judy Garland

[@karenhope7943]

I absolutely loved both videos on Mount Vernon. I learned things that I didn't know or had forgotten. The grounds are so beautiful and I love the history of our country. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@wHiTeRaBbIT_85]

This is fun getting multiple venues of content about are first commander and chief. The little things like ship mast used as temporary supports is really cool.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Yeah, that was interesting to me.

[@hondaphan4172]

Some people actually gave this great vid a thumbs-down? I'll NEVER understand how some people think.

[@JulieBailey-oi4fn]

Loved history in school and always enjoyed the field trips to mount Vernon as a child because I didn’t live too far away, so we went almost every year and it was always one of my favorites. Thank you for sharing.

[@Sadsoul38]

I absolutely love American history it shows our struggle becoming a country I hope one day to visit these places in person until then I will keep enjoying your videos keep up the good work

[@judypierce7028]

I, too love Presidential history. It is nice to watch such historical videos.

[@katrinascreationscrafting]

When I was a kid we lived outside of DC and we went to the Capitol and got to see the area in the basement that was intended for Washington. A guard took us down and you could still see the scorch marks from 1812 in the stairway. It was so interesting.

[@douglasolomon5191]

Your videos are always very interesting. I went to Mt. Vernon in 1965. I was fortunate to have parents interested in history. It was the best trip I ever took. Monticello and sites around D.C. included. Thanks for this video. It brought back memories from when I was ten yrs old.

[@roadlizardcu8664]

Washington was quite the entrepreneur, was not aware of some of the projects and business lines in which he was involved. Very interesting and well designed video, enjoyed very much.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thank you !

[@jamestakacs]

I've been to the Reagan and Nixon Libraries. Reagan is buried at Simi Valley and Nixon at Yorba Linda. The birthplace of Nixon is on the property. I've been in it. Also, his Presidential limo is there. The Reagan has a piece of the Berlin Wall. An airplane hanger for his Ari Force One and Marine One. Beautiful grounds and views of Simi Valley. You'd enjoy both as I have. Been to the Reagan twice and Nixon once. Never been but Grover Cleveland is buried here in New Jersey at Princeton University. FDR is at Hyde Park, NY. Wilson is in DC at the National Cathedral. Monroe and Tyler are at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond. As is Jefferson Davis if you are into that. Safe travels my friend. Love your broadcasts

[@thesledge1969]

Love this stuff. Learning more history like this is pretty cool. Thank u for sharing and keep up the amazing work

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Glad that you’re enjoying the content.

[@highbidder3952]

I wish I could walk alongside you on these videos. You keep me up half the night when I can watch. Thanks. My time on earth will not last much longer but you make my time left hopeful for the new life. Thank you

[@bradleycred99]

Howdy JD! Safe travel my friend and thanks for sharing American History with us. 🙏🏼

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@frenchfan3368]

Excellent video! You probably already have this on your travel list J. D., but I highly recommend that you make a video on Thomas Jefferson's home Monticello outside of Charlottesville, Virginia. While it's not quite as cool as Mount Vernon, it's still quite noteworthy of a video. Happy and safe travels!

[@DCJNewsMedia]

George Washington our nation's 1st President was a mans man of his day and age. Most of the things he and other great men would not go to far in current times. A man must be judged by his time and age in which he finds himself. As well as the society in which he resudes. All men fall short of the glory of God daily. The difference is if the get on their knees daily and pray for forgiveness and do better 🙏 Ty so very much for sharing this news of great public interest and interest and concern. ✝️ 😊

[@billlong9109]

I loved our visit to Mt Vernon. You did it very good justice in the video

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Loved it there.

[@irenem3854]

My grandmother had an old farmers almanac that our ancestor used as a diary. In it, she remarked that Washington had died. I could hardly understand the diary because it was so old, and the handwriting was so flowery, but I do remember the sadness that entry conveyed.

[@rosschirstopher]

I've been to Mt. Vernon with my family, breathtaking place and it made me swell with pride to walk the same paths as my favorite founding fathers.

[@davidcarlin3850]

Incorrect info at 16:01. Martha actually did give her ok initial to having Washington buried at the capital crypt. Later changed

[@andrea6421]

Awesome video series, would love to visit there, thnx for sharing 👍🏻☺️

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@emilykosoff6577]

I loved going through the museum and so much history associated with him and our country

[@andrewbenton355]

Visited Mount Vernon because of these videos. So awe inspiring!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Awesome!

[@hargas1974]

I really have been enjoying this series of videos! Awesome job, keep it up, JD!!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Will do!

[@hargas1974]

Ha! I just left you another comment on your Instagram too! By far, your channel is one of my favorites!

[@lthom5158]

Fascinating! I always enjoy teaching about Mt. Vernon. Great video!

[@troyhomann533]

I’m old as hell but this is the best KZbin video I’ve ever seen. Looking forward to visiting this fall. Thanks so much for the presentation. Be well.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Hope that you continue to enjoy the content on the channel.

[@azvoltmanphoenix446]

What an incredible man and President........ Thank you.......

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@aslooijer]

Very interesting. Thanks for sharing. On to the next place JD. Keep em coming

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

You bet!

[@katiehale4411]

When I was at Mt Vernon in 1971, the teeth were on a desk along with his glasses.

[@dawndickson2156]

I certainly hope other teachers use your channel! Outstanding video sincerely honest about how torn Washington was. Always learn something new. Great way to spend my break at work. Blessings and be safe.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

I hope so too! That's the exact reason why I created the channel to begin with.

[@dragonflyhill5748]

I love GW. He is my favorite president.

[@robertforrest7956]

Absolutely Awesome!! Part of our history in a nutshell..... 🙂👍

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@garykorzelius5930]

As usual you delivered a really full experience and sparked a fire for me to continue learning about Mount Vernon. Thanks once more for your time and efforts.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Great to hear! There's much to learn there.

[@dougholck4276]

My compliments! I really enjoy your videos, and your camera work - especially when outdoors - is just spectacular. Keep it up, and I'll keep watching and learning!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! I appreciate that.

[@timothymcknight9485]

Great video series, JD, on Mt. Vernon!!! My girlfriend Jen and I enjoyed it, immensely! Keep em coming, brother!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Will do!

[@jeremydurante7761]

I was at mount vernon on 4th of July this year it's was amazing I gave red white and blue flowers at the tomb 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@Wreckdiver59]

Nice wrap up to your visit. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks for watching!

[@donnal.oglesby4806]

Thank you once more, J.D for this Video and for the history that you shared, of a Great Man, and Our First President.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@jimscardino2603]

Amazing how his tomb is right out in the open. Looks as if you just walked down a path and there it is. Nice video

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@gbowes9455]

I visited there as well. Was told the sarcophagus for George and Martha was a gift by a sculptor and wouldn’t fit through the small door into the family tomb behind them. There are some 18+ family members in the tomb. So they ended up resting there in the open. Seems fitting for all of us to pay our respects.

[@crazya3466]

Part 2 excellent thx again JD very appreciative for this episode,thx.. cA

[@donaldscearce5687]

Very well put together always a pleasure

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

🙏🏼

[@benjaminrush4443]

Thanks!

[@benjaminrush4443]

Desired $$$$ Donation Completed. Thanks for your Great Documentaries. God Bless.

[@julieknowles7063]

I'm amazed so many artifacts belonging to George Washington survive! Fascinating. Thank you.

[@hooper4581]

Outstanding ! I visited MV last year it was awesome can’t wait go back.

[@erickstiner1668]

So much has changed since I visited Mt. Vernon. I believe it as in 1999/2000. I must go back to see it again. I believe being “older-wiser” I would see it differently. Thank you so much for the video series.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! Pretty amazing what they continue to do there.

[@coltholloway32]

You’re truly blessed to be able to go see all these things!!

[@darrylyusko8342]

I enjoy all your very well narrated & videographed videos! I live in Western PA & have been in search of one of his “GW” silver buttons or cuff links as an avid metal detectorist.

[@duanejones2973]

Very humbling .

[@ElainesYT]

You've gained a fan today with your series of videos on General Washington and Mt Vernon. Thank you. Great information and so well presented.

[@AmyQ97]

Another fantastic video. I can’t wait to visit Mount Vernon myself one day. I would also love to see all the presidents graves.

[@tinkerbell2939]

Thank you so much for all of your videos! You are amazing. You know just what to say and I appreciate that.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@timothyogden9761]

Those dentures were creepy. Imagine a scene where they were waiting (hopefully ) for Jim the blacksmith to pass so they could harvest his ideal canines. Anyway! Thank you for another great video.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

They definitely looked different than I expected.

[@alan30189]

His first pair were made of wood. :-O

[@queencerseilannister3519]

They look like a torture device! Yikes!

[@jasonmoser24]

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[@ArtHistoryProfessor]

@@jasonmoser24 you are correct.

[@nicolelee785]

Well done as always! Just amazing!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Wow, thank you!

[@SoCal780]

Great video, you never disappoint. I learned quite a bit, thanks so much!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@chipschoepfer710]

I loved this whole series, I have personally never been there but I passed by it many times in the Navy on board my ship and we used to have to man the rails and salute I think you have actually managed to do the justice the way you presented this well done JD I can't wait to see the next place you go to and I'm still waiting for you to get up to New York to go see sagamore Hill

[@jeffreyhoopes1312]

Gee. All that and not a period in sight anywhere.

[@MsSasha4444]

I used to live on former property owned by George Washington just a “quarter’s throw” from Mount Vernon. If you are ever in Maine to do a story about Joshua Chamberlain I would welcome the opportunity to be your host and sponsor.

[@Denkar11]

Interesting to see some of the changes made since I visited there in the early 70s while serving in the Navy down in that area of the country. Good video!

[@maryjoobrienmoulding6298]

Been there so interesting. Loved the house and surroundings. The crypt that was made in the Capital for Washington will forever stay empty. You can stand on top of where it is in the capital.

[@maleficent7484]

Thank you so much for your videos. I love history, so your journeys and tales are quite entertaining as well as educational.

[@SueGirling68]

A very cool, well laid out and informative museum and a very beautiful place. Stay safe and take care, much love. xx 🙏💖

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Many thanks

[@markdul7857]

Love your work. Keep up with the great informative videos. Safe travels

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@peterbrown1208]

As always, an insightful documentary. Good job. It's helpful for all Americans to visit these honored places and refresh our memories and learn new things. Thank you.

[@trickytrixie5805]

I have never put a lot of thought into Washington but thank you for all the information and making it interesting

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks for watching!

[@joyceclark8476]

Hi JD, what a trip you took us on. That was great seeing and learning new things about Washington I never heard before. Thank you, safe journeys always. Joyce. ARROW *🎱. ❤️. 🇺🇸. 🦅

[@anitatucker8812]

Thank you for sharing another great video. I've been talking about you to my husband and mother about the content you post on a regular basis. Today my husband got a chance to see your video. He enjoyed it a much as I. Looking forward to what's next.

[@H_H____]

Excellent tour and historical information. Love the music, too. You have really covered a lot of interesting information. Thank you. The old tomb in its size and simplicity is a far cry from the current tomb. The old one is sort of sad and gloomy. The current tomb is nice and much more becoming for him and his wife.

[@accouswk]

What a great video. Thanks so much. It is something we now have to do.

[@maryannkelley7039]

Excellent! 👍😄

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks! 😃

[@darrylkraatz1482]

Thanks for the great video. Was there over 30 years ago while in high school. You can check two presidents off your list at the same time in Quincy Massachusetts. A private church basement is the final resting place of John Adams and John Quincy Adams. Nice folks run a tour of the church and basement.

[@raymondidelfonzo7091]

Never disappoint!! Great videos!!!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

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[@L2FlyMN]

I got to visit that area back in 1986, when I was a senior in high school. Also visited many war sites, including Gettysburg. Nothing like seeing with your own eyes what you’ve read about in history! Now knowing more, I’d like to return, & see what has changed in almost 40 years!!

[@wvumaniac87]

I'll add to your advice. Go in the spring or late fall. Miserably hot and humid there in the summer.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Oh. Good point.

[@joanhogge6450]

Very interesting! I visited Mt. Vernon years ago and it was lovely, but I didn't learn as much about the President as I did in this video! I'll definitely watch it again, as well as the others.

[@mikenixon2401]

Another great job. Thank you. Keep Traveling.

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

Thanks!

[@alanhudson2999]

I was in the 5-6th grade when my class went to visit Mt. Vernon..it was life changing. Now at 50 yrs old I still remember parts of the home and definitely the tomb of President & Mrs. Washington's tomb..I distinctily just like the gentlemen show on camera you had to look in to see the sarcophagus of the two..I hope you get a chance to visit Mt. Vernon..it definitely gives you a sense of the way life was back in the 18th century.

[@calebturnbow1538]

Even without the legends, myths, and larger than life tales told of him, Washington was an INCREDIBLY interesting person. We’re in Virginia right now and Mt Vernon is on the list of places to visit along with Monticello just down the road from our campground!

[@travelingwithmikeandpam9074]

I saw that vault at the capital. I was given a "behind the scenes" tour when I was there in 99!

[@vawterb]

Excellent video! Thank you JD!

[@TheHistoryUnderground]

My pleasure!

[@Carolbearce]

I went to Mount Vernon 40 years ago and it was amazing then. Such a beautiful place.

[@georgeshaw8925]

Loved your B17 video amigo, great editing. From an old Navy Photojournalist.