The World Turned Upside Down: Siege of Yorktown

[@steve1300]

I live in Gloucester and would walk by the cave Cornwallis hid in just casually walking the beach, I would stare into it and try to imagine what was going through his head. Great video man!

[@duydangdroid]

General O'Hara has the distinction of having been personally taken prisoner by George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

[@GrimBattalia]

wow, that's an awesome fact!

[@bluewolf7572]

This was excellent. One of the best visual histories of the battlefield I have seen. Great job. I visited Yorktown last summer and did the self guided tour. The size of the battlefield is deceptively large. The areas where the American and French armies kept troops, horses and all the equipment necessary to support the army extends for a couple miles of now wooded terrain. The field where the British surrendered their troops and arms is preserved. The 2 British redoubts have been reconstructed; one is falling into the river and is closed to tourists.

[@russellwilliams3209]

I know this is 3 years old, but it is apparent you have a passion for history. Do not give up on it. My advice, is for you to be more confident when you speak. Maybe even rehearse the script a few times before recording, so you do not stumble. That always worked for me! I hope you do not think I am criticizing you. I really enjoyed the video.

[@thomascolbert2687]

How do you know he didn't rehearse his script? Nitpicker...

[@russellwilliams3209]

@@thomascolbert2687 Wow, relax snowflake. I was not 'nitpicking' nor was I rude. I simply stated my opinion and offered a few tips.

[@bookemdanno5596]

21:40 He “didn’t want to risk the lives of his own men”? Is that why he knowingly fired grapeshot into his own men at Guilford Courthouse? What a caring commander!

[@dirtcop11]

Two of my ancestors on my mother's side were lieutenants under Washington at Yorktown. One was my grandfather's ancestor and the other was my grandmother's ancestor. My grandfather's ancestor was from Staunton, VA and my grandmother's ancestor was from Philadelphia, PA.

[@chrisgrimaldi2421]

Really enjoyed the video, it's great to see you are still making new content!

[@fro99er2]

This is amazing, your documentary is great. Keep up the good work!

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

I feel it is a insult to the Americans that fought very hard against the British that O'Hara tried to surrender to Rochambeau instead of Washington first.

[@GrimBattalia]

Definitely meant as an insult to the Americans. Although, it could be easily argued that this victory really was a French one. It was the French navy, artillery, and infantry that allowed this to happen. Heck, it was even the Frances planning. But Washington had the vision and will power to move the American troops and begin the entrenchment. He passed the sword to Benjamin Lincoln because, if Cornwallis second in command was going to surrender, then Washington's second in command was going to accept. Its one of the few times we can witness Washington demonstrating pettiness (although obviously justified)

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

@@GrimBattalia irony is that Lincoln surrendered at Charleston to the same general I believe?

[@GrimBattalia]

@@AbrahamLincoln4 Good memory, I believe you're correct!

[@pdoggmd9747]

I agree with Lincoln - it was an insult to the Americans. And intended as such, though the French and American commander’s classic responses have been immortalized in every retelling of the Revolutionary War Ever since! British contempt for Americans and their victories continued long after Yorktown and the end of Revolutionary War. A British Naval practice of taking American sailors and forcing them to serve in the British Navy-as if they were still colonists subject to being drafted-continued into the 1800’s. This insult to American sovereignty sparked another war with Britain. The British invaded the US. They marched on Washington D.C. (and burned down the White House), and took New Orleans. (War of 1812).

[@glennfuller9171]

Outstanding. Very well done. Thanks!

[@Chreeeis]

I highly enjoyed this video thank you for making it, the total war music choice was pure class

[@danielatorres7907]

Awesome video! Was a little sad when you were on hiatus. Glad to see you're back with quality videos!

[@rc59191]

Really hope you comeback dude still looking forward to that Benedict Arnold West Point video.

[@jondickinson1142]

This was fantastic...you did a great job...simply fantastic. 🙂

[@DanaNordberg-f1f]

excellent presentation, thank you

[@devinbattley8492]

This is an excellent presentation of history of this time. Thank You.

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

Excellent! What do you plan to do next? Napoleonic wars? French revolution?

[@GrimBattalia]

I think I'll do a few more on the American revolution, but I'm building up for a mini series on the Franco-Prussian war. I'm thinking 3 episodes feels about right... Intro, invasion, capitulation

[@happykillmore349]

Take a drink every time he says "despite", you'll be toast...

[@kurts8538]

Good work! Even out your sound and you are golden, please do more videos.

[@jpc7118]

I think that the miracle is that more than the victory itself, it's the fact that Rochambeau succeeded in convincing the stubborn Washington to abandon his dream to take NY which was almost impossible...

[@eagle7399]

The miracle is the victory won by Washington that successfully and brilliantly outlasted a superior British force. You're just pissed off that he succeeded.

[@jpc7118]

@@eagle7399 I am not pissed off, it's not Washington which decided of the strategy, it's French Marshal Rochambeau. I am happy that French-american alliance has beaten Cornwallis. Nothing is more enjoying than an english defeat !

[@eagle7399]

@@jpc7118 I agree. Thanks for clarifying. I understand that Admiral de Grasse was also very instrumental in that decision to turn towards Yorktown.

[@jpc7118]

@@eagle7399 This war was a global and a world war. When Benjamin Franklin succeeded to convince France to enter militarily with all ehr weight (in fact it's the result of the important battle of Saratoga which confirmed that US minutemen could do something if european powers were entering in war), french diplomacy involved Spain and Netherlands. The Spanish king was of the house of the Bourbons, the french King family, they were usual enemies to England. Netherlands was an economical opponent, they heard french argument sin favour of a global war. English had to share their fleet and ships all around the globe. The combined fleet of France, Netherlands and Spain was enough to give a good run to the Royal Navy. Also, after the loss of Canada, France had launched a great plan to modernise and improve greatly the french navy. Sure, Yorktown was truly necessary to obtain the Paris treaty, but if Spain and Netherlands hadn't been involved, it would have been very hard to win. if both three (Fr, Dutch and Sp) hadn't entered in war, it would have been almost impossible to win for the "insurgents" ;)

[@ws2228]

Dont stop making vids, you are really good at it. Thanks and HAPPY NEW YEAR to all.

[@philRminiatures]

Informative and beautifully done...👍👍

[@jonathanfont9838]

Really enjoyed this video man! Great job! I learned a lot.

[@tylerschoen5643]

The most impressive thing about Yorktown is that George Washington managed to convince the British that a siege was going to assault New York. When the entire time he was hoping to win the south and defeat Cornwallace. He kept it all to himself until the last moment when he sent the orders to the army to move against Yorktown. What a brilliant tactician

[@danvernier198]

Not really, Washington intended to attack New York all along, he was literally forced to move against Yorktown by Rochambeau going south without permission.

[@OrbitalHUB]

Washington's spy ring could have planted the false intel.

[@missydonovin85]

Loved your visuals and you narrate so well!! New subscriber over here

[@patrickdurham8393]

Your channel has greatly improved over time. Keep it up!

[@seanwalters1977]

Nice video, very good presentation and images! Bonus points for the Empire TW soundtrack 👍

[@mortalclown3812]

I think music undercuts the good documentary; it's difficult to hear the narration. (Understatement.) You included a lot of information I'd never read about before. Good work.

[@Xycomm]

I disagree. I feel that the music adds a pleasant background to the words being spoken. While the volume of the music is subjective I feel like it’s loud but not too loud to ruin the commentary of the doc.

[@bigplaychad8]

I really enjoyed it! Great job.

[@stuartwhobson]

great documentary

[@edpreston1635]

Ditch the background music. In this case it detracts from your content.

[@xaer0knight]

thanks. the best youtube video about this battle with a great tactical map

[@nowhereman4319]

This video is 100%!!!! Nice job on being very accurate.

[@TheFBIorange]

Hey, enjoyed the video. On the next one you should consider mixing the voice-over a bit louder than the music. Also not a huge deal but there were several parts where you stumbled over the script, I think things would feel more polished if you took the time to reread those parts.

[@GrimBattalia]

I think you're right, I've been in a consistent struggle to get the music/audio balance right. Regarding the script, the issue there is that I have to record while also working the animations. I need a microphone I don't have to hold so that I don't have to try and memorize the scripts

[@aexndr387]

@@GrimBattalia you don't memorize the scripts tho, there was twice where I heard paper shuffling like you were turning the page

[@luvspaiste]

Great job but yes, learn how to edit audio and start using a compressor/limiter.

[@joeyrivenbark5056]

Dude, great video!

[@nordy4981]

Amazing video, will you be doing more American revolution videos?

[@GrimBattalia]

Thanks man, appreciate it. I'll definitely be doing more American revolution. I'll probably do a non-battle epilogue next and then the Battle of Monmouth

[@Laura-gz5jp]

Great video, you explain things very well. Can't wait for more vids

[@jananiudayashankar4460]

Great video :) looking forward to your next one!

[@asd6557]

Music is so loud as to be unhearable.

[@hughcenterville8999]

Very nicely done!

[@jonleonard538]

The French admiral did not want to move “up river” to prevent boats from making a ferry of British army to the other side Gloucester Point or similar area..

[@phillipharris5155]

Awesome man!

[@christopherhytryderrington]

Well done!!

[@rupertvon2318]

Love it, thnk you!

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

"Deliverance must come"

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

Will you ever come back?

[@CuongTran-vz7bh]

Love your videos!

[@kfaulkn]

It would have been nice if the narrator had read the text and rehearsed before the production.

[@marquisdelafayette1929]

Ah. Great video, mon ami! One of my favorite pastimes was embarrassing the British. However, you missed the part where as the British surrendered they played World Turned Upside Down they only stared at the French soldiers til I told the American band to play Yankee Doodle at which point they swung their heads in unison to the American soldiers!

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

Good, you teach them marquis.

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

And shortly after King George got an illness that made him mad.

[@GrimBattalia]

Haha I think an argument could be made he was already not feeling so hot by this point

[@Number1boombaboomba]

Damn my guy stopped posting. Hope all is well.

[@BobbyBowker]

Another great video. I think every American should read the Treaty of Paris 1783 VERY closely. You’ll be surprised by what you discover. Also look into the Act of 1871.

Tell us more please. Which 1871 act are you referring to?

[@johnkeviljr9625]

Clinton was a fool. Great video!!!

[@lorcis1]

i couldn't hear you clearly over the music, bye

[@93Grimmy]

A little on the long side, but not bad

[@Paolo-sw8ys]

Clean this up, and this documentary would've rocked!... It was still good, but it could've been really good... Take as many takes (as it takes) to get the narration perfect... No stutters, no voice volume fluctuations, and better cadence with less speed (in other words slow down and let the information breath in the minds of your viewers)... LOVE LOVE LOVE the constant maps, however, when needed throw in some full screen stats and analysis to parallel and support what is being said (because seeing and hearing information at the same time helps the absorption of said information). This was my first viewing but I subscribed (because the history was excellent and accurate) so it won't be my last.

[@cdwolf5577]

Enjoyed the presentation. I don't believe West Virginia existed as shown on your map.

[@phtevlin]

One note about the map. West Virginia (colored in brown) was part of Virginia back then.

[@jaywinters2483]

👍 . This is a fantastic job you did. Some speech therapy would be a good idea.

[@tracysrocket]

Great video. Constructive criticism-Since you obviously spend a lot of time editing, you should be able to correct your verbal narration mistakes where you misspoke. Your narration should be just as good as your video production, otherwise those are a distraction.

[@efrainhidalgo4741]

grim battalia is a cool name

[@gray3553]

What would had happened if the French did not become an ally of Washington ???

[@danwroy]

The people want Monmouth!

[@harrymurphey2634]

... I want to know who that ("lost to History") ... was that drummer boy that mountes the rampart ... ALONE!! ! ... and beat a "parlley"?? ( please correct me ???) ... then the British Army Officer ... step up beside him w/ the white flag ... At that moment the United States became a NATION!!! ... who was that drummer boy??? PLEASE FIND HIM !!! ... he deserves it !!! That was PURE courage!!!

[@chasemurraychristopherdola7108]

It’s so weird but Martha Washington’s son John Parke Custis who was George Washington’s adopted son and who was marry Anna Custis lees grandfather died during the siege of Yorktown not from fighting but from camp fever which is epidemic typhus or dysentery and he was 26 and it’s weird because of how young he was but it’s also interesting to me because I know someone that is related to Martha Washington

[@happykillmore349]

Bro... if you can't get the sentence out, just do another take...

[@jayharrington9689]

ditch the bad music

[@rmondave]

The French Generals were masters of strategy, Washington was a mere tyro and nowhere near a great General, but enjoys the kudos that the victors who write history bestow upon him. Similarly FDR gets praise due to being President during "great and dangerous times" yet clearly mostly a bungler in many of his projects and initiatives.

[@TheRedSox1976]

You have what is now West Virginia colored tan when it should be colored blue because it was part of Virginia.

[@pdoggmd9747]

Steven Medeiros - yep; West Virginia only became a separate state after Civil War.

[@georgehays4900]

Narrator speech is a bit mumbled at times.

[@eclecticcompass]

You need to rehearse your monologue a little better. You had way too many mispronunciations and hesitations making it seem a little amateurish. Other than that it was pretty good, and I think you have some real potential as a content creator.... if you can clean up the monologue.

[@joshuapatrick682]

So the American Revolution…not a big war by any means. Only 6800 soldiers of the American Military died in battle.. 130,000 died of smallpox… yikes

[@davidohler9810]

Limeys had to stay by the ocean primarily,supply chain. We took the Redcoats into the Styx.Guerrilla style. Brits hated it,only dummies wear red coats in the woods!

[@rc59191]

Dude the British were just as good as us when it came to light infantry tactics and skirmishing. Hell they were the ones who gave birth to Roger's Rangers.

[@blootheshrimp2396]

Hey there Grim, would you mind checking your email? Thank you,

[@hawksnestspeedway3043]

I know you are trying to create a sense of drama, but some of the language you use to create that effect betrays the truth of what really happened. Be more careful with your selection of words and be sure to read multiple sources to get several perspectives.

[@davidtrindle6473]

Good content but you need to work on speaking more clearly and not running words into each other

[@MegaGator39]

What are you? A fucking speech therapist? Leave the kid alone.

[@cheerbozz]

You seem a bit pro-british. The Brits were losers don’t even sugar coat it. The American Revolutionaries did well & so the French.

[@madgregplus8206]

The luxuriant knee relatedly desert because gas untypically reply given a offbeat governor. pushy, careful bagel

[@peterpim6260]

almost unbearable pronounciation of the narrator

[@jeff_underscore9244]

Just want to point out the image you used for the video title was the Siege of Yorktown during the Civil War