Dogmo Satchmo thanks! There is so much to see there so it is easy to get caught up in the history. A lot of the history is unknown since the Civil War dominates it.

Brian Kesterson that is awesome. I went there for the first time on a School trip in 1980. We were bused 3 hours each way. I loved the souvenirs. Now I live near it and my kids love it too. They will have a blast and thanks for taking them there. Walk up the hill to Storer College. Many great Civil Rights speakers (Frederick Douglass, WEB Dubois) and others spoke there. Your kids will always remember it.

maggie kirby thanks for watching and taking interest in my ventures in history. These sites have a story and mine is just a scratch in it.

Sharon Miller thanks! My wife and I love going there. The surprising thing about HF is the plaques throughout town most don’t see.

Thanks Lynne. My wife is from Texas and she loved the history of it and going there too. She had never heard of John Brown.

Wow that’s cool! I hang with some biologist and fossil hunters in MD and we get to go to cool locations too. Unfortunately because of covid we haven’t been meeting up. I went fossil hunting in Keyser WV and found some cool things.

The pewter with the letter on it may have been type from a printers shop

Glad you enjoyed it

Awesome! Thank you!

I am pretty sure Chigg goes slurping down the Potomac River in his ChiggMoBoat. He has found a lot of amazing things in the river. Also when you come to Shepherdstown don't forget to mention all of the wounded Civil War soldiers that came to Shepherdtown after the battle at .Antietam. There is a gentleman named Jim Surcamp that does a lot of historical videos about our area. Check him out.

The man that does the historical videos about the area is Jim Surkamp, I spelled it wrong.

Kevin Snyder if you ever go to Beckley you absolutely must go to the Exhibition Mine Museum. They take you into the mine on a mine cart. We loved it. I’m glad you enjoyed the video

I will tell him. I see him in 3 hours from now for another great dig....

Thanks so much!

Just as long as it wasn't gas....haha....

Thanks for watching!

You know I’ve been to HF so many times but never once in the overlook. I really need to do that sometime. We love the little town too.

That is remarkable history to have from this location. I have heard stories of how the townspeople hid during the bombardment. What a day to have been alive then. I empathize with you regarding your dad. Mine passed away in 2015 aged 88 and I know he would feel a great sense of pride watching these but also enjoy them very much. One day when I pass on to glory, my kids will show these to my grandkids so they meet the grandpa they never knew but likely wish they had. History is our passing legacy. We need to save it.

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives amen.. thank you so much for your kind responses. they mean a lot.

Glad you enjoyed it

Thanks 👍

Very cool! We visit there every year and somehow never tire of the place.

ThumbSquatch would love to find that tree...haha

Sharon D me too!

K-9 DIGGERS thanks. Harpers Ferry is full of it. Would love to get another dig there.

Glad you enjoyed it

Leann Kennedy thanks. I will keep that in mind. I typically have at least 40 minutes of video I try cutting down to around 20-25 minutes. Peoples attention span is too short...haha

Lol maybe detecting is one of those instances where my ADHD is a good thing. Either way, being able to dig an artifact where and when it was used is an amazing privilege. I was envious..in a good way. 👍

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives awesome can't wait to see the video best of luck on the hunt.

@@MetalDetectingSCAdventure thanks.

Thanks 🤗

Good question. I seem to find a lot of spoons

Much respect in the way you replied! I personally leave no evidence of loose soil before and after the plug is flipped back over. Much like Beau does is use to do. It’s the one thing I stress to potential property owners is that I try to make it look as if I were never there. I’ve seen others use the method of placing a plastic bag down to put all the loose dirt on. HH and the best of luck to ya!

@@whateversnext4341 in Beau's film about the Freedman he just released, I asked him to film where I dug and he only found the mole tunnels....haha..I filmed aftershots of the holes for you my fans just to know I do make efforts to leave no trace behind....(but I'm not perfect...haha.)

Appalachian History Detectives LOL TODD! I took notice that you both made additional effort in covering the holes.. when possible. With little or now grass it does make it more challenging. Looks good! I think it’s worth showing that part of it for those new to the hobby. Btw I really enjoy both your Channel Appalachian History Detectives and Aquachiggers! HH GL!

Appalachian History Detectives Hard to be sure. So many variables! Many haters out there do to being jelly would be one guess. Good finds to video length ratio would be another. Some permissions just happen like that. So you know I do like your excitement. They’re your videos!

WhatEver'sNeXt man thanks. I value your feedback.

diggers den tyson fury thanks!

Dogmo Satchmo yeah but I would love to know why the dislikes always show up and they never say why....

Dogmo Satchmo yeah but I would love to know why the dislikes always show up and they never say why....

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives I've met many detectorists that are outright toxic, jealous, and defensive. The entire reason I like your channel, and Aquachiggers, is because you guys are the opposite of that. Family friendly, with an emphasis on the actual history.I firmly believe that no matter what, there will always be dislikes. People who expect gold coins, and treasure chests.😉

Hey Scott it should be in my “Playlist”. Check that out and if you don’t see it there let me know but I do recall saving his link to my channel there.

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives found it! Thanks! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eJuBp8dkvNLHdqs.html

Cannon Ball hit there. There is a plaque I show and photo that talks of this. I also state it in the video

dale leibfried no doubt about it. It is almost impossible now. Even the National Park Ranger came by and why we wore our headsets. We were lucky to get this one.

NorthWest Firefighter yep!!!

I thought so too

J. J. That’s a great idea. I gots ta find some.

LOL. I’m sorry that is funny. Everyone says he talks too much or too loud. I will have to share this with him if you don’t mind.

Appalachian History Detectives do you have a messenger account that would make it really easier for me

Foreshadowing I wish I thought of now that you mention it. Another lost opportunity on my end. Thanks for the comment.

Jimmy Kuhn I grew up near Morgantown. I’m West Virginian until they play Tennessee (my Alma Mater) haha.

JD JD which do you prefer? I’m a historian that uses metal detecting to reveal history. Mine aren’t intended to be purely metal detecting videos so I have to make them a bit longer than just a video of digging to highlight the story. Thanks for the comment and for understanding the why.....

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives yes both extended history versions and the edited versions also which are easier when kids are chaotic and cant fully focus and the longer ones when they r in bed and can relax and really appreciate the history

JD JD so what length of time would be ideal for when kids are chaotic? My shortest video is also my least watched

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives no idea most videos I watch are about 20 minutes I believe... but honestly it's all up to you... keep up the good work it's very appreciated...

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives Then I must unsubscribe because although he probably means well, I find his cockiness and constant chat irritating. I may check you at a later date AHD!👍🇺🇸🙏✝️

@@AppalachianHistoryDetectives My respect for you has risen even more! Forgive me for sharing my negative impression of your friend. I was wrong to do so! You can reach him for Christ far faster than others. It would have been wrong to send him away.👍🤠🇺🇸🙏✝️

TheKithkhan the story is accurate. Peter Stephens settles it and had patent to the land that was recognized by the privy Council of Virginia in 1732. He sold his patent to Robert Harper in 1747. Everyone knows this and didn’t merit repeating but revealing history involves stating historical facts that are mostly unknown which my channel does. I grew up here and still live here and I am excited with you that yours came here early too. Mine came into Jamestown in 1635. If you read others comments, family members of Peter Stephens appreciated that his story was also mentioned. So I ask, what did I State that was not accurate?

Appalachian History Detectives i giess i shouldnt say innaccurate but you left out a lot of the history of it maybe you didnt have time or possibly not know the harpers well enough but i didnt hear you mention or family at all for who the town was named for maybe i missed it and if so then i apologize

TheKithkhan no apologies needed and I appreciate the comment. I grew up there. Schools teach it in the 5th grade. What the public isn’t aware of are the layers I tried to bring out, such as, Lewis and Clark connections, Storer College, the Niagara Movement and the Appalachian Trail. I had to cut the obvious to make it informative. I had more about the Steam Ship patent and Frederick Douglas but my “critics” I let see first before releasing recommended keeping it to lesser known but historical “layers”. It is why I labeled it Peeling Back the Layers since these are not so known. The permission is my best friends house so I’m there a lot. Maybe I can do a follow up and talk about the Harper Family and their store. I have more permissions there so it is an idea with exploring. I value your comment by the way.

Appalachian History Detectives if you ever make your way to north carolina the Harpers had a house in bentonville its a national historic site and civil war battlefield when the yanks pulled out after the war was over the family went out and nursed or buried the confederates the left behind. I cannot get enough of history i live in michigan near traverse city and metal detect alot of old pre 1900 homes and i watch you and the chigg all the time most dont include the history as you guys do and i appreciate it

Appalachian History Detectives would love to dig with you guys if u ever come to michigan i live in boyne city about an hour from the bridge