You've Never Seen OLD NORTH BRIDGE From Here | Battles of Lexington & Concord

Come with me to Concord, Massachusetts where I visit the exact spot where local town militia companies gathered on April 19, 1775, and made the fateful decision to leave their position on this high ground - now known today as the Muster Field - and march to North Bridge where some of the very first shots of the Battles of Lexington and Concord were fired, igniting the American Revolution.
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[@pathfinder9759]

My Grandfather, (X 4 greats), was the first sergeant of the Lincoln Minutemen. He and his 2 younger brothers were on the right side of the Concord bridge next to the Acton Minutemen at the front of the column. They fought the Regulars back to Boston and took part in the siege of Boston. All 3 managed to survive the war and returned to Lincoln. Their homes are part of the National Park along the battle road.

[@Helkat65]

Thank you for your family's help in in making this a great country

[@michaelabbott8248]

Awesome ‼️🇺🇸👍

[@plucknpick6414]

Your ancestor is mentioned by my ancestor. Ephriam Harrington was at the Bridge having come in from Middlesex. The rest were on Lexington Green. The Drummer was a Harrington, as one other who fell. I have a half penny that was dug up near by.

[@jbear3562]

I am a native of the state of Alabama. I love listening to you speak Ms. Katie and I love watching your videos. The American Revolution is simply not given enough attention these days. What you are doing here is wonderful.

[@castlebravocrypto1615]

"They" don't want it to happen again

[@michaelabbott8248]

@@castlebravocrypto1615Damn right about that, that’s why “they” hate the Second Amendment, and it’s what sets America apart from China, North Korea, Vietnam, Russia, Cuba, Venezuela, and other totalitarian regimes. 🇺🇸👍

[@avlisk]

I don't know if they still do it or not, but in the early 1960's, we used to get up at 4AM on April 19th, and march from Acton to the Bridge where my Dad would participate in the reenactment ceremonies with his musket as part of the Acton Minutemen. Thanks for this video.

[@ethandeane1878]

The shot heard around the world gets one paragraph in school and what a shame that is. Thanks for making it come alive!

[@priscillabouffant9515]

What school did you go to?

[@erichegrosse6874]

It doesn't even get that

[@brucejohnson6507]

Love this woman’s voice. Plus, she is a smart cookie.

[@bpkmm3048]

Ahhh, that's a smaht cookie. No need to thank me.

[@hilmatthews4293]

​@@bpkmm3048a wicked smaht cookie.

[@jimsteffes6872]

Sounds like a north shore accent

[@seanroberts7695]

Painful to listen to

[@seanroberts7695]

What is a Revolutionary Wua? And a Concaed? Paaaak?

[@PubliusUSA]

Thank you so much for keeping our Founders history alive. I love this channel!

[@Fatherofheroesandheroines]

One of my ancestors was on the British side in this battle. He was actually part of the relief force from Boston. He described the Americans as 'stinging insects that one wished to swat aside, but were too fast, yet deadly!'

[@KatieTurnerGetty]

Wow! 🍀 Very interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@johnhadley7715]

The Brits were not stupid. Read about the Broke vs. Lawrence command comparison in the Leopard/ Chesapeake combat. They would have eventually have figured that a troop or even a squadron of cavalry might have made a big difference in the outcome. As citizens of the USA Today, we need to thank our stars they did not !

[@seandelaney9160]

Perhaps English authority was not stupid, but off the top of my noggin I can't recall an English military success after the powder seizure in Somerville in Sept. 1774!

[@jaym8027]

Long Island, Manhattan, White Plains, Forts Washington and Lee, Philadelphia, The Brandywine, Ticonderoga, Quebec...@@seandelaney9160

[@jameskipp66]

​@@KatieTurnerGetty When I moved to Boston as a travel RN ... one of the first things I did was to travel to Lexington and Concord, and to the Old North Bridge. What struck me most was as you walk across the bridge to where the graves are. Is that laying near each other are the Graves 'of An Unknown American Soldier' and that of 'An Unknown British Somdier' side by side, presumably where they fell (or close by) ... and given the special relationship between tge US and the UK today, it only seems fitting. I'm still glad we kicked their asses tho. 😊

[@davidwood2387]

I never get tired of hearing from someone who knows history . You do a great job .

[@miketaylorID1]

OH to have been there! Ordinary folks on an extraordinary day who changed the trajectory of human history Huzzah! well done KTG!!

[@johncatdaddy8895]

A pivotal point, for sure - seemed like there was "no turning back" after this!

[@miketaylorID1]

@@johncatdaddy8895 Crossing the N American Rubicon

[@railrodemike]

Thank you. My mother researching Genology discovered our ancestors fought at the Battle of the Cowpens and Kings Mountain.

[@kirkmorrison6131]

I had them there also

[@paulstrachan1923]

Great research! Love your videos and American history presentation. Two sides of my Moms family were in the Boston Militia and answered the call in 1775 at Lexington and Concord. This included a father and son as well. Thanks to them I’m a patriotic member of the Sons of the American Revolution. My grandfather was also a member of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Boston

[@OverlandOne]

I have always been a student of American history from before college up to now at 65 years old. I have read thousands of books and I wanted you to know I am really enjoying your channel.

[@davalvideo]

I just came upon this channel randomly this morning and was so impressed with your work that I watched eight more videos before leaving. Your videos are remarkable in that you make history come alive and transport us to the history and the drama of these events and the people who made them. As a lifelong resident of Arlington, former broadcaster, and owner of a video production company, I was especially taken with your video on April 19, 1775, events and what happened at the Jason Russell House. Your narration was gripping and the production value is terrific. Keep up the great work.

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

TOTALLY AGREE! SPOT ON!

[@jimfarrant1223]

I’ve been teaching the American story for more than 20 years (high school). Just discovered your channel. What a joy. Thank you.

[@Mark-pp7jy]

Thank you Katie! My mother was born in Concord, and is buried at St Bernard's cemetery. Her uncle, Mark Mara published a book of poems about the area. Just listening to you is comforting, as it reminds me of all my relatives, most of whom are gone. Love the subject and your storytelling! ✌️♥️ Mark

[@laci_lulu7805]

I have found my favorite history channel. Katie, you are a wicked pissa. Keep it up!!

[@tsuunited5100]

Katie Turner Getty, i am the 5x grandson of Cornet Nathaniel Page of the Bedford Militia. My Son (Nicholas 6x) and i will travel to Bedford this summer and visit the family flag at the Library. It would be so nice to meet you. I have never been to the library to see it, it is so amazing how family history can be lost is just a generation or two.

[@Dlt814]

My family moved to Boston a couple of years ago and have spent every free moment since trying to soak up all the history we can. We sadly learned little about the Revolutionary War while in school on the west coast. You brought out something I never realized in this video. That there was a very real threat of Concord burning down, and that the men were local. That was their city, their families. They were not overreacting as it’s sometimes portrayed. Real lives and livelihoods were at stake and they knew the British troops would act.

[@glorbnic]

Love how you turned serious when said “that when they decided….” You can really feel your passion for that seminal moment of our “great experiment”. Keep up your wonderful spirit and work.

[@rottbot3361]

I don't think you should be able to lecture about the Revolutionary Woah without that accent. Love it.

[@davidtuttle508]

Katie, back in the early 1970's - the Boston Globe did a series of Sunday Magazines which covered the American Revolution period. They covered the Boston Massacre, Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, Washington's First Victory and Old Ironsides. Each of them came out on / around the time of each event. The writers for the Globe at that time perused the historical documents available, as we well showing paintings of the historical figures (if there were any). Note: I still have my copies. I bring them out when I cover the American Revolution period as I teach for the BU Army ROTC program.

[@Itzmihowz]

Born and raised in Mass; visited Arlington, Lexington and Concord countless times. Your dedication to detail, enthusiasm for your subject and obvious local connection gives personality and character to men and women who like you, dedicated their lives to ensuring our future freedom. Thank you

[@Gunge-vq2ik]

FIRST VISIT NOT MY LAST!!!!! LOVE THIS HISTORY!! OUTSTANDING PRESENTATION!!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@mmcleod8148]

🎆Thank you so much from someone who has never had the opportunity to visit that area.😊

[@KatieTurnerGetty]

Whenever I film, I always think of the people who may have never visited... and so then I try bring these sites to you! 🍀

[@johncatdaddy8895]

Yes, X2 to this!

[@michaellenheiser3157]

Wife and I visited this area on our last trip to the area. As a Texan I could sit and listen to you recant the history all day. Great job Katie!

[@Mr5thWave]

Thanks Katie for taking us into that mustard field and into a soul-stirring moment in our nation's history. You're right..."being there" far outweighs simple text and maps.

[@michaelbdoherty]

Another awesome video! Your Boston accent just makes the video. Love watching your enthusiasm. 😊👍

[@johnjackson8401]

Do one on Morristown, New Jersey and especially Washington's encampment in the winter of 1779 to 1780. It is now a National Historical Park. This is the exremely harsh winter that Washington's troops survived, and thus America survived. Very significant piece of our history that is being missed.

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

I LOVE this. I am as interested as you seem to be what a WONDERFUL NARRATOR of our colonial history!!!!!

[@ChacoteOutdoorRecreation]

You know, I am sure, that not numbers or strength brings victory in war; but whichever army goes into battle stronger in soul, their enemies generally cannot withstand them. Xenophon (430?-355? B.C. Imagine going into battle with your relatives' close friends and neighbors. Inspired by hate or for money is one thing, but inspired with love is a whole different thing, truly fighting to defend what you love is a superpower.

[@skinzz2573]

Excellent stuff. I have always been intrigued by the Revolutionary War. One of my descendants on my fathers side was a drummer boy (for the good guys) at the Battle Of Germantown. One of our extended family members donated the actual drum to the Philadelphia Historical Society

[@Homespunmusic]

Howdy Katie! Thank you so much for this channel and your action adventures! Having been a visitor to Boston, MA over the course of three years just to see the Colonial and Revolutionary War history, I've been to nearly all these historical places you highlight. Boston and its outlying areas are so rich in history. How amazing it would've been having you as our guide through all our visits!

[@johncatdaddy8895]

She would be an incredible tour guide, for sure!

[@stephenmcgraw8871]

Absolutely love this channel.....Greetings from the Downeast coast of Brooklin,ME,where there are now probably more Mass natives than actual Mainers--lol,but of course we call them another term--lol(again)......anyway,I just found you and being part of Massachusetts back then,we were always taught growing up about the battles along the river in Castine,a couple towns over from where I am......I`ve always been a Civil War "fan",but the Revolution is something that I still need to know more about,more than just something that we were taught(however limiting)in high school,so I thank you so much for this and can`t wait to learn the ins and outs of this vital part of our history,before they omit it from our schools and our conscience(don`t get me started on that--lol)............Steve M.....

[@jimjohnson3609]

The revolution started in a cow pasture. This video gave me chills thinking she is walking the same path as those soldiers so long ago.

[@Liberty73_NA]

Thank you for doing this. Our history is important.

[@tomscott7271]

I love learning about the American Revolution. I've been to most of the historical places in and around Boston including Lexington and Concord. I am an SAR member and Jonas Parker is my ancestor. Thank you for making the videos.

[@kmbb267]

Thank you so much. I love history. ❤

[@SKF358]

I'm glad KZbin fed me this channel!

[@jimarnn1938]

Great details give life to the story! Thanks for mining the history!

[@slayer8actual]

I love the way you tell the stories of our founding brothers and sisters. Your passion for this era is so apparent when you speak of the courage and determination of those who fought that day at the bridge. The eye contact you make with the camera, the inflections of your voice and the excitement you display is contagious and makes me feel as if I'm there in the field with you. Keep it up, Katie. You have a wonderful channel here and I hope to see lots more from you.

[@wrp3621]

When I was a kid we lived on Barretts Mill Rd and we often went through the Muster Field when walking into town.Thanks for taking me down memory lane. It’s been many years since I was last there. Am I right in thinking there has been some archaeology done there recently ?

[@KatieTurnerGetty]

Oh, I'm so glad you were able to "visit" the Muster Field again today! 🍀 Perhaps it was the flints that were found in the field - it's thought that the militia changed their gun flints before heading down to the North Bridge - here is a fascinating article written by Joel Bohy. The flints are on display now at the Concord Museum. www.skinnerinc.com/news/blog/revolutionary-war-history-the-musterfield-flints/

[@cheez1213]

I grew up on Thoreau, right next to the tennis courts in Emerson playground

[@drott150]

At 5:42 _"They stuffed the scoundrel, along with another rebel, into one hole..."_ As I walked the Battle Road, I saw numerous memorial markers denoting that British soldiers are "buried nearby", yet no directions or markers exist for their graves. Are their graves still there and are they not marked to prevent grave robbing? Also, there is an original Tavern along the Battle Road [forget its name, next to a burned remnant of another building]. I recall one of the reenactors describing what had happened there and who owned the Tavern on the day of the battle. A husband and wife that had numerous children. In the years before the war broke out, they had I believe 5 children. All of them died within a year or two from fever, as I recall. I remember a woman sitting next to me when she heard the story gasped _"God bless her..."_ Yet, despite this incredible setback I cannot even comprehend today, in the spirit of resilience and perseverance, they then had numerous more children, went through the revolution and they themselves lived to an old age having navigated these amazing, event filled lives both personally and historically. I wish I could remember the whole story, but it was AMAZING. Can you cover the Tavern, people and events surrounding its history? Thank you for keeping our history alive!

[@burtking4270]

Can't wait to see the follow up - this was really well explained about why the minutemen needed to get over the North Bridge.

[@mhutchins27]

I have an ancestor who served as a guerrilla fighter for the colonist. From what we gather, he was neutral until a few red coats stole some items from his farm and it upset him enough to make sure the 2 men never made it back to their units. He was in many skirmishes with the natives as a small child and learned early how to fight, ambush and set traps. He almost enlisted until he was told he would be fighting in formation’s, like many he was uncomfortable with this style of fighting so he and groups of others ran ambushes delaying and disrupting the British every chance they had. Ore revolution his father was an Royal Marine before settling and farming North of Boston where we still live today. Not much has been found regarding him but researching the family is a hobby we have so hopefully we will uncover more documents and information.

[@tmseh]

Holy crap! Your Bunker Hill video dropped in my feed and your content is wicked awesome hey. I haven't looked through your past videos for anything related to Daniel Shays, I'm sure I'll find something. Where I live in Western Massachusetts since 1970 I've been surrounded by American history. I'm very happy I found your channel. ThanQ.

[@louc3336]

Outstanding, love that Boston sound

[@michaelamanek8908]

Well done. As a Connecticut Yankee who loves history ( and worked and loves Boston ) you have educate and inspired me to return to the sights that you visit.

[@DachshundMom8844]

My 4th Great-Grandfather Rueben French from Tewksbury was at the bridge as a Minuteman on April 19, 1775.

[@riff2072]

Just an FYI. Two Lobster Backs were killed on the East side of the bridge. As you walk in from the parking lot on Monument Street. You can see the markers and two small British Flags. I believe Queen Elizabeth placed flowers on the spot she visited for the Bicentennial.

[@airgunfun4248]

I remember that. When I was there it was clear British visitors had been putting flowers/flags there.

[@airgunfun4248]

@@midtownmariner5250 HELL YA!

[@riff2072]

@@midtownmariner5250 The British troops were seen as an occupying army since they arrived in Boston in 1768 to "keep the peace." All most all of the troop were not from the Colonies. Just saying, I do not want to start a ruckus over the British, unless it is with them.

[@95thFoot]

@@airgunfun4248 They are put up by local reenactors every spring.

[@95thFoot]

Lobsterback was not a term used in 1775. If there's evidence of it, I'd love to see it. It first appears in print in the War of 1812 and later in Nathaniel Hawthrone's short stories.

[@johnbauby6612]

Just found you today. Looking forward to seeing more. I live in Connecticut where the British landed for their march to Danbury in 77'

[@jmpanman]

Your accent makes me smile. 😊 Murika.

[@steveowen7546]

Thanks Katie for another very well done and educational video! I particularly like the swapping locations back and forth as you tell the story, adds so much interest. The lighting, audio and video quality are great! I wouldn't be afraid to make them a little longer, it would be even that much better!

[@Flintlock1776]

Yours is my new binge-watch channel. Well done. My favorite period of history artfully considered. Thanks for what you do!

[@johnhadley7715]

Very informative. You bring this down to the human level of thought and decision. This is really what drives all of the activities.

[@KatieTurnerGetty]

Thank you very much - I think so too! 🍀

[@cW-jk1sw]

Brilliant katie, loved it

[@bubbatheking9225]

"Another historical, action, adventcha!!" KTG!

[@nathanfisher1826]

Thank you 😊

[@chrisgacek8089]

Katie, that was wonderful. You are amazing. How did I not know about your channel before? I am looking forward to the next episode and your walk to Concord.

[@cygnet4949]

This series has been fascinating and this has been your best talk yet. Seeing these actual places, and from a personal perspective, make this history, important history, so vivid for the viewer. Thank you.

[@dennisbellinger333]

Love the history and especially love your eastern accent. What a treat. Thanks so much! 🫵🏻🇺🇸✨

[@UncommonSense1776]

Awesome video and your accent made it all the better!

[@UncommonSense1776]

I’m a big fan of the revolutionary time. I will be looking forward to viewing many of your videos. The good Nathan Hale shows up in my wife’s bloodline.

[@Borzoi86]

We decamped form Puget Sound nine years ago to South Carolina. We have been delighted to learn how much of the Revolutionary War was fought in the Carolinas. (The Civil War doesn't seem to excite us at all but we love learning about our Revolution.) We have visited Lexington & Concord too and appreciate the considerable information presented here.

[@danielhardwick4074]

Great history telling

[@joseph_miller]

Love your accent, mannerisms and love of Revolutionary War history.

[@ohiopat]

This was good. Can't wait till the next one. I like the perspective.

[@mpista7182]

Thank you Katie !

[@rjc63]

I subscribed and will share. You are Great at sharing our history. ❤

[@vet-7174]

Subbed !! Grew up in Winthrop, retired in Florida. Highly enjoyable channel !! 👍🇺🇸💯

[@richardgere4713]

I love your enthusiasm! I also love revolutionary war history but I’ve never seen this historical sites b/c I’ve never been to the New England area or the rest of the east coast. Your historical action adventures are great to see, you have a new subscriber!

[@ryannichols5352]

Excellent narrative - what a talent you have. Thank you!

[@brianhapeman9262]

Came for the history, stayed for the Boston brogue. Good content earned my subscription.

[@southpaw3473]

Wonderful video, Katie!

[@SuperDiablo101]

When I first saw this documentary I wasn't sure if this was about new England and Boston during the revolutionary War and but then I heard her voice and was like yup...definitely Boston. 😂...its good to see a New England youtube channel loving what they do

[@henry925]

I can't tell you how happy I am to have found your channel! I have been looking for something exactly like this for the longest time. I grew up in Lynn and I'm a huge fan of history in general, but especially local history and I love what you present and the way you present it! I just subscribed and can't wait to have a poke around your other videos. Thanks again.

[@KeithHathaway-ju9cy]

Nice videos. Some of the units engaged in the events on your videos are still serving in the National Guard.

[@cseivard]

Very good adventure! I remember riding there on my Bicycle ( it was the town of Hudson then.) thanks !

[@michaelchesny656]

Splendidly presented. You do know how to create a cliffhanger. Thank you, Katie.

[@ProjectPast1565]

This was fantastic! Really enjoyed this one. Can’t wait to get up that way.

[@cj_m2477]

As a Lifelong Massachusetts resident and history lover, I’ve visited here many times. I’ve always wondered how closely this current bridge resembles the original bridge of 1775. Do you have an idea of that? Recent subscriber to your channel and I absolutely love it. Thank you.

[@geoffreypereira8024]

The current bridge is a reproduction of the 1756 bridge built by the town. Its design is based on the Amos Doolittle paintings done 2 weeks after the battle. She shows those paintings in her presentation.

[@unknownrider3071]

It's not just what it looked like, but also where it was. The river has changed course so many times that the original location has been lost. (I got that from a park guide.)

[@dj-kq4fz]

Thanks, Katie, I really enjoy your perspective! Dave J

[@richardwells8954]

Great Video, Katie! Keep these great stories coming.

[@rickinmi]

Great format! Love the passion as well

[@Sagart999]

In the early 1980s we lived in Bedford, just up The Great Road from Concord. The night my wife was in labor with our daughter, we drove down that same road the Bedford Minutemen used on April 19, 1775, as we drove to the hospital in Concord.

[@brucebaird9602]

Great video Katie I really enjoyed it

[@rames1651]

Good narrative and excellent editing of shots. Well done and can't wait for part two.

[@Sprayber]

Your enthusiasm is contagious. Me and my son stopped by there when we saw the Patriots play a few years ago. Great Channel.

[@privilegedchromosome]

I love your passion for history and your accent. Keep up the great work! 🇺🇸

[@joepeters5796]

This may be the most engaging historic video I've seen... The enthusiasm is contagious .... One more subscriber

[@TomBrennanHorse-Sense-Media]

in 1998 the 28th Massachusetts reenacted a march through Concord commemorating a visit for recruiting by a Concord native in the Union Army to recruit troops. We camped on the battlefield and marched over the North Bridge. The Minutemen of 1861.

[@chefshooter1383]

Very well produced and great content. Thanks

[@Sayuri81554]

Katie and Hannah Barron need to do an episode together. Their accents are adorable! Maybe they could split the difference and meet in Virginia ❤

[@richardblair919]

Great content and narration, thanks

[@Nangleator22]

I love the bridge and park. I have visited during the wettest times, when both ends of the bridge were underwater, and the Minuteman statue stood on an island, the swollen Concord River gently consuming so much of the low ground.

[@redwatch1100]

Definitely subscribing. Great vid, Katie.

[@John-zo4wu]

Excellent description and video, thanks!

[@JP-su8bp]

Solid level of detail. Thanks.

[@user-bz5cj7jq1w]

My Mother's homeplace is about 2mile north of that bridge. A big monument to Jonas Brown sits across Monument St. from the house in which she grew up.

[@user-bz5cj7jq1w]

I don't know how to use Telegram

[@davidboese5159]

Our family has a lot of Ancestors that fought in the Revolutionary War…one of which was Col. Thomas Knowlton.

[@AmazinFireMan]

Thank you so much for history lesson & the excitement you display in the delivery.

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

I'm new to your channel and just want to say what a joy it is to listen to people who are passionate about their specialty and can bring it alive!