First Blood: The Battle of Lexington | History Traveler Episode 260

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"Stand your ground. Don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war, let it begin here." We're going to where the lead started flying at Lexington Green on April 19, 1775. In addition to walking in the steps of Captain John Parker and the 70 patriots who stood up against the British regulars, we'll be looking at some things that aren't typically covered on the Battle of Lexington. Definitely one to watch to the end!
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@kevindecoteau3186 Жыл бұрын

I have lived for 64 years much of it near Lexington, when I drive through there the history smacks you in the face and says wake up.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Amazing place.

@Whyze125 Жыл бұрын

I also lived my college years and many after in Waltham and then Woburn. Massachusetts will always have a piece of my heart. The history is there and cannot not be appreciated

@docjohnson1 Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the people who live there now have tory spirits

@WhatsCookingTime Жыл бұрын

@@docjohnson1 it's so true I'm from North of Boston myself and it's so weird that they can so embrace our history yet they're voting the Outlook is so far from what it should be

@Edward.Rippett. Жыл бұрын

I live about an hour an a half away in the small town, lebanon maine. I've never been there but I need to, this place looks so amazing

@G1D1B2 Жыл бұрын

I am so happy you are doing a series on the American Revolution. With the current atmosphere in our nation we need to be reminded of our beginnings and the sacrifices made by the citizens of those 13 colonies. Hopefully, people will be encouraged to learn, or re-learn, about our real history and those special documents that served as the foundation of the greatest nation on earth.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Very important to learn about our roots.

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

Agreed 👍 make sure to share this with everyone ~pretty sure the censorship at KZfaq communist HQ will try to hide it. Let’s break to algorithm!!!

@benitagrattan193 Жыл бұрын

Amen

@fellspoint9364 Жыл бұрын

Indeed. This is truly sacred ground.

@curtiswilliam8545 Жыл бұрын

Amen🙏🙏

@RoyatAvalonFarms Жыл бұрын

Lexington Green. You're on hallowed ground right there. Thanks for your coverage of the American Revolution and specically this first fight.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@spudhut2246 5 ай бұрын

Our history needs to be remembered, we as a people need to remember this tyranny and not be afraid to stand up against it. They stood for Freedom, at any cost.

@tc1718 Жыл бұрын

When your camera panned down to the grave at the base of that monument, the chills hit. When you explained that these were the first men of the American Revolution, it only got chillier. Thank you for researching, producing and sharing some of the best videos on KZfaq.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Many thanks! Appreciate that more than you know.

@janetcarey6954 Жыл бұрын

Awe in the history you shared in what should be reaching others who are confused about our Freedom and the sacrifices made to obtain it. On our list to share and visit.

@christyanderson8175 Жыл бұрын

I too felt it. Spidey senses tingling.

@symoncurtis Жыл бұрын

As one of your UK subscribers I was touched by the solitary grave of the unknown British soldier being there too. I've been to Boston a few times and been to many of the Revolutionary War sites there but never made it out to where it all began so thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable tour. Your videos are always so thoughtful and well presented and what I really like is you take the time to allow us to really see what it is you're explaining. For example It's great to be able to read the monuments you show. Looking forward to the next one!

@boondocker7964 Жыл бұрын

Limey's are okay.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I thought that was pretty moving as well. Got some more British graves that I'll be showing in the next few episodes.

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

As an American 🇺🇸 I was touched by that. England has always been an ally in my lifetime, I have no reason to hold any animosity toward them. Quite frankly, I appreciate this grave, because the people who buried this man had many reasons to hate him…they were at war, he was the enemy, yet they set that aside in death and properly buried him. A lot we can learn from that

@davidwillis4839 Жыл бұрын

One of my very best friends is a Brit. We joke with each other quite a bit, most often about how slow the Americans were to enter WWII. I especially love when he and his family here celebrate the 4th of July.....Independence Day.

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

@@davidwillis4839 that’s hilarious! I have British friends ~same! I have always believed the USA was shamefully slow to enter the unfortunate but necessary WW2. But honestly the leadership of the day had not kept our military trained and ready, they needed equipment etc. I’m for staying ready in times of peace myself! Still, I’m so grateful to have British friends in my life!

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

I love that you visited some graves. It’s very special that these heroes never be forgotten!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I was glad to visit them. Don't know that there are many videos on KZfaq that show those graves.

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryUnderground no, not really. Frankly stated the same idiots who pressure KZfaq to censor videos pressure educators to “tone down” truth. As an avid reader of first hand accounts, memoirs diaries etc. truth is stranger than fiction for sure

@timf2279 Жыл бұрын

It's so important to remember our history, not to condemn and erase it. Thank you for this great video. 👍

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@13JAMLAND Жыл бұрын

It took guts for those men to stand on that green facing British soldiers bayonets fixed . Brave men

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

100%

@michaelgalea5148 Жыл бұрын

Thank you J.D. for another great video. The American Revolution is not being taught as much as it used to be in school. It is good and proper that people remember all who fought for our freedom, and to the British soldiers who fought for their country.

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

I never knew about Prince Estabrook -how many times can you blow my mind in one episode? Loving this one! Might be my new favorite ❤️

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

I was pretty thrilled to learn about that too.

@MikeArwineGuitar Жыл бұрын

I was an instructor with Project Appleseed (which you all should check out!) and we taught about the battle of Lexington and Concord, so this is a great video. Even more than that, I am originally from the east coast and have been to many of these places. I haven’t been back on 15 years, but seeing these sights again and the surrounding buildings and environment makes me feel nostalgic. Great video my friend!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@benitagrattan193 Жыл бұрын

When you said chances that Paul Revere most likely did not say "The British are coming" brought back memories of my 7th grade history teacher....she is the first teacher to make that same statement...she also taught us how the men & women felt about the King & all his rules. She made us sign a paper that said "we give up all our rights & we must follow all her rules" she was a awesome teacher. Just like you JD...sure hope your students know this. Loved this video ❤️❤️❤️

@timf2279 Жыл бұрын

How great was that. You had a teacher that made an influence on you. Sadly many are just there to do the minimum and pass everyone along. Education can be exciting, just need special people to make it so.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@fenianbastard6226 Жыл бұрын

Growing up in Boston we were always taught that he said “the regulars are out”

@jenniferk6697 Жыл бұрын

After every video, my bucket list gets bigger and bigger. I get chills when I get the opportunity to stand where such important history happened!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Ha! Thanks.

@masplen Жыл бұрын

Same here! I would love to see Gettysburg and Lexington sites, along way from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 though. Have been to DC a few times and even visited George Washington’s home.

@Wreckdiver59 Жыл бұрын

Just mentioning that they were all British citizens definitely puts your head in a different place. This isn't something that just happened overnight, but was the result of a lot of previous events. Great video JD 👍

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Exactly. People tend to frame it as two different countries fighting one another but that definitely was not the case.

@kdbchickadee Жыл бұрын

Great lesson as usual. The fall colors are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@hotbug597 Жыл бұрын

As a descendent of one of those patriots who fought in the Revolutionary War (wounded in two different battles of that war, I might add), I am very appreciative of how well you have excellently documented what a few brave souls gave in the birthing of this country, soon to become a great nation. It makes me extremely proud to see the places my Great+ Grandfather would have walked and have it all explained in such a respectful and educational manner. Thank you so very much.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@13JAMLAND Жыл бұрын

A British subscriber here 🇬🇧 . Great work again! 👏🏻 thank you for showing us all these great historic places . I bet it was a tense stand-off the early hours of April 19th 1775 on that green . I imagine Gage was expecting to capture a big weapons supply at Concord sending 700 soldiers , light infantry and Grenadiers if I’m right? to get to the objective faster . I heard there are conspiracies surrounding the Lexington shot heard around the world , one is it was one of the Sons of Liberty who fired a blank expecting the British soldiers to react with real ammunition planning on a Boston Massacre situation to drum up support , unfortunately only the people there on the day truly know . Looking forward to the next episode . 🇬🇧🇺🇸

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Interesting. Never heard that.

@13JAMLAND Жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryUnderground It's possible it's nonsense . If you believe in the conspiracy theories or not they are interesting to look in to and discuss/debate . Personally I think when the first box of tea hit the water in Boston it was war 😉🧐🫖lol

@jackiemack8653 Жыл бұрын

You seriously think with only 70 soldiers one of them fired a blank so they could be massacred by 700 Redcoats? Yeah right suicide mission eh what?

@13JAMLAND Жыл бұрын

@@jackiemack8653 No I heard the Sons of Liberty in the area witnessed the stand-off on the green and planned to kick off a Boston Massacre incident where British soldiers attack civilians , the Sons of Liberty propaganda would then spin the situation to drum up support from outside of Boston because people outside of Boston at the time were on the fence with the idea of revolution/rebellion. The conspiracy theory I heard was one of the Sons of Liberty fired a blank not from the militia on the green but nearby knowing the British soldiers would react and fire real ammunition in to the armed militia men facing them making it look like the British soldiers were out for blood because there was no British dead or wounded because a blank was used. This distraction on the green was also planned to give the militia at Concord time to finish removing weapon supplies and for the hunted Sons of Liberty members to go in to hiding. Like I said it's one of countless conspiracy theories/debates I've heard about the American Revolution I don't know if it's true.

@jackiemack8653 Жыл бұрын

@@13JAMLAND Thanks for clarifying. Sorry. Thought at first you meant guys on the green that seemed so ludicrous. Heck I guess anything is possible. Like you said we will never know. How could we? Even in the heat of battle or a crime situation everyone has different story to tell. Again thanks and have a great night/day.

@cyndiebill6631 Жыл бұрын

I noticed the old headstones. They are beautiful! Thank you for another outstanding video. 👍😁

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Love the artwork on those old stones.

@wesleyfinch1574 Жыл бұрын

Loving this!! Grew up in NJ surrounded by revolutionary history. We’d frequently go over into PA to Valley Forge to picnic. Also visited Boston, Yorktown, Mt Vernon, etc. Very blessed to have grown up in a family that valued our history and took us to places where these events happened.

@jackiemack8653 Жыл бұрын

Don't forget Fort Ticonderoga NY. Lots of battles fought in NY. Fascinating place to visit is Sagtikos Manor on LI, NY where George Washington visited.

@wesleyfinch1574 Жыл бұрын

@@jackiemack8653 to my dismay, I never made it to fort ticonderoga even though I lived in the Adirondacks for a couple years as a young adult.

@jackiemack8653 Жыл бұрын

@@wesleyfinch1574 yup I can talk but me neither however I am originally from LI NY and the Fort a good ride. Crazy though been to a lot of places and always wanted to go there. Now can't cause of health issues. I went to Custers last stand in Montana. Go figure didn't go to Ticonderoga. I'm kicking myself. Did get to Sagtikos Manor on Long Island. Washington was there and there are some musket ball holes upstairs. Indian maiden grave and small cemetery out back.

@SmedleyDouwright Жыл бұрын

@@jackiemack8653 Fort Ticonderoga is an interesting place. I've been there a couple of times. The last time was at least a decade ago. What surprised me most about it was that is was designed and built by the French to defend against the British coming from the south on the lake. It doesn't work nearly as well defending against attacks on the lake from the north by the French from Quebec. It changed owners a bunch of times.

@jackiemack8653 Жыл бұрын

@@SmedleyDouwright Thanks for info on Fort Ticonderoga.

@duaneleavesley3778 Жыл бұрын

I have witnessed Lexington and Concord. I must that you telling of the events of these sacred grounds is very moving to me. Well done Sir. I am a huge fan of your work. Thank You.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thank you! That means a lot.

@daddydavey Жыл бұрын

Getting choked up here,man.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Amazing men.

@65cbtengr Жыл бұрын

I live in a town settled in 1646 where the original men marched to Lexington. History is amazing.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Wow!

@Chiller01 Жыл бұрын

So much of American foundational mythology begins during the revolutionary war. It seems to many Americans that this war occurred in isolation but it is really one event in a complex geopolitical struggle. That said the founding fathers took advantage of this event and created an exceptional political experiment.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Pretty amazing story.

@lthom5158 Жыл бұрын

Riveting video! The tavern, battle common, and the graves rounded out the story! I was fascinated by the monument where the soldiers are buried. Thank you for reading the inscription. I am truly thankful for their sacrifice!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@Philippians25thru11 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for this excellent video. My 6th gr-grandfather, Samuel Sanderson (1748-1803), was a corporal in Capt. Parker's Company & fought as such at Lexington Common 19Apr1775. It has been a lifelong dream of mine to visit this site & if I never do I can at least have seen what it looks like thanks to you. Keep up the good work - it's appreciated by many of us!

@miketaylorID1 Жыл бұрын

I’m gobsmacked with emotions! We, so many owe so much to such an amazingly brave few. Only by the lottery of birth can I claim the incredible honor of calling myself an American ❤. I thank those that stood fast against overwhelming odds and risked all. Think of it. Would you risk your home. Your fortune. Your very life?? It boggles my mind to put myself in their place - I’d like to kid myself that I could do the very same.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@mrs.g.9816 Жыл бұрын

It was 58 years ago that I last read in my third grade history book, the "Stand your ground" orders in given by Capt. Parker. I didn't even remember his name all these years. But while watching this video, I was truly impressed by Capt. Parker and his words to his men.

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

Watching this again, and really tearing up as we visit the graves. Thinking how valuable our freedom is, these brave men shouldn’t ever be forgotten it’s beautiful to see them memorialized so well.

@stevenmartin3848 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad to see the story of the American Revolution being told. I hope y'all come South and explore the story down here (Charles town, Camden, Waxhaw, Brattonsville, Kings Mountain, etc...

@billn8304 Жыл бұрын

I love old cemeteries. I could spend a full day in that one.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

I hear ya.

@melanieschultz6996 Жыл бұрын

J.D., you are an incredible teacher. You really know how to draw your audience into the story you are presenting. Your dialogue is so interesting and well-paced (some history presenters talk so fast I lose half of what they’re saying). And your video shots are so well done. I truly feel the atmosphere of the historical event you’re sharing. I’m such a fan of your history lessons!! Thank you for all your efforts to inform & inspire us! 😊❤️

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you! Appreciate the kind words.

@stephaniewhittington4609 Жыл бұрын

Another excellent video! I’m loving the focus on the Revolution.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@bradrriddle Жыл бұрын

I wish I could give this video more than one thumbs-up... 😉👍🏻

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@perryj8850 Жыл бұрын

"So stinking fascinating"! Couldn't have said it better myself!!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Ha!

@matthewmctaggart7506 Жыл бұрын

American Revolution is one of my favorite periods in American history. This series is awesome

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@karentrimmer Жыл бұрын

Extraordinary. I had no idea these treasures of history still existed. Thank you for taking us on this journey with you. I think this may be my favorite of your videos.

@DustinWiseM1 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see the content on the American revolution . I too agree it gets overlooked and without it what would the basis be for everything that followed that gets covered more in popular history. Thank you for shedding more light on this and the work you are doing really is inspiring and wish we got our history this way (raw and truthful) vs what people want to hear about history .

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Far to little is known about this conflict.

@laurensmackho Жыл бұрын

John Parker was my ancestor! I got to go to Lexington for the first time when I was very young and my Dad showed me the battlefields and his statue. I didn't know that he was dying. What a brave fellow.

@barbaraharshman9460 Жыл бұрын

Now that I’m off work today I’m binge watching your video’s! This is such a wonderful series! Thank you for all of these such a great history lesson!!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad that you're enjoying it!

@ShawnCaldwell11 Жыл бұрын

GOD bless those people. They refused to live under tyranny and fought back.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Pretty amazing.

@timf2279 Жыл бұрын

Very brave to take that first step and risk everything for principles and ideas.

@tillitrueheart971 Жыл бұрын

You are such a great narrator with obvious love for your subject and our county. I will never have the opportunity to visit these sites but thankfully, through you, I can see our history come alive. As a subscriber, please keep up the great work. Thank you!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@ZoeBurtonAudiobooksAndMore Жыл бұрын

Excellent video, as always! Thank you for adding Revolutionary War content to your channel. And thank you for your dedication to spreading our history to everyone and making it enjoyable.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@1970bosshemi 3 ай бұрын

I had ancestors living in southern New Jersey then. Two brothers 16 and 18 at the time fought in the revolution. I can’t imagine what it was like to hear the news of the battle of Lexington and Concord for those boys.

@nbgrooms 3 ай бұрын

Who ells is watching JD's tour of Lexington and Concord on April 19th, 2024? No one gives a better virtual tour then JD!

@TheHistoryUnderground 3 ай бұрын

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@baronpen Жыл бұрын

Love these Revolution videos!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! More to come.

@jefferyfowler7860 Жыл бұрын

Thank for giving us another great history lesson. It's great that you always visit the graves. You're a good man. 👍👍 👍

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@joet5066 Жыл бұрын

You are the man. Story about Prince was my favorite part of this video. Can’t wait to see what you have coming next for us to enjoy. Appreciate you

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I was pretty moved by that as well.

@phyllishershkowitz3806 Жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks so much. I appreciate seeing the headstones, and some back ground on the person memorialized.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@curtmichaels9944 Жыл бұрын

Easily my favorite episode!! Thank you JD for including the American Revolution in your ongoing history essay. Bravo!!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@brandonparker4u Жыл бұрын

I am actually a descendant of captain John Parker, very cool you went over this important part of history.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Wow!

@lynnessewimperfect825 Жыл бұрын

Hi JD. Its amazing how much I have forgotten that I learned in elementary school about the Revolution. I never really knew the details of Lexington-Concord that I can remember. I can't wait to see your video about your visit to Concord. Side note: You were giving me the chills walking on those creaky wooden floor boards. I would have been afraid of falling through them! LOL ~~ Lynne

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Ha! Loved the sound of those floorboards.

@Nate-sy4gb Жыл бұрын

To arms, patriots. Let us not, forget. To protect, and defend, both foreign and domestic.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@briant340 Жыл бұрын

Such an interesting video! So much to learn. Can’t wait for the next one to drop

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! More on the way.

@barbaradzitko1826 Жыл бұрын

No trip to Boston's Freedom Trail is complete without a visit to Lexington and Concord It's such fun visiting these places with you again.

@jeff2178 Жыл бұрын

This video was terrific. As in all your videos, your cinematography is amazing. So many of those shots are so beautiful

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@judygrandstrand9784 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully done.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@dfusit Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another outstanding history lesson JD. Next stop Concord. I do hope you happened to see the Historical Marker for the Jethro Tree. The “6 myles of land squared” that became Concord was purchased from the Indians by my 9th Great Grandfather Major Simon Willard.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Oh dang. Missed that. Hopefully, we'll have a few other cool things to show though.

@johnallen8618 Жыл бұрын

JD as a proud Englishman, that was very good, at the end of the day, a soldier is a soldier, which ever side he's fighting for, and we must respect that, which the people of Lexington did, thank you Lexington

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@garydusang8339 Жыл бұрын

A whole history lesson written on the monument that a lot of people have forgotten about. This words speak volumes about what our nation was willing to do. Die together for a cause. FREEDOM

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@lisaflint7027 Жыл бұрын

I'm really glad you did this tour! I have deep family roots in MA, CT and RI, almost all of my ancestors of that period participated in the Revolution. I have three families from Concord and all the men of these families were involved at the Battle of Lexington, Concord, and the assault on the British troops along Battle Road. Other ancestors from other parts of MA, CT and RI joined in the skirmishes to Boston. I've been meaning to do a tour of my own to follow in their footsteps and visit grave sites, this has cemented my resolve to visit this spring. Thank you for doing these historical videos, keep 'em coming!

@K_Type Жыл бұрын

As a MA resident (who hates living in MA these days) this made me proud. So we’ll done, great production!!

@haywoodyoudome Жыл бұрын

You ain't the only one that lives here while thinking about what it would take to move to NH, SC, TX or any of the other states that doesn't suck as much ass as MA does.

@jasonnulton4124 3 ай бұрын

Watching this again and remembering - 249th anniversary!!

@markpalmer6760 Жыл бұрын

Great video as always, you definitely picked the right time of year to visit that part of the country. Beautiful there in the fall when the leaves change color and the weather is good.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Really wish that I'd had more time there. It was beautiful.

@kirk189 Жыл бұрын

Great episode thank you 🇺🇸🇺🇸

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@reaperthemad8731 Жыл бұрын

Awesome that you included the Prince Estabrook bit. When I was there I had very limited time and missed that (and probably a great deal else), but still very grateful that I got the chance to go.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@davidsequeira1771 Жыл бұрын

I am so happy that you made it to Lexington and Concord!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Me too!

@Jerry-fn5nx Жыл бұрын

Great vid! Pretty cool that those 8 men are buried right there on the green, where the shot heard around the world was fired. Can't wait to see the next vid about Concord 👍

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Pretty cool.

@frankcalenzo4741 10 ай бұрын

Found this channel after finishing "Lexington and Concord" by George Doughan which detailed these battles as well as the events and individuals that led up to them. Would now like to visit these historic sites someday. In the meantime, thanks for taking us along on your travels.

@bradbalderson8172 Жыл бұрын

Excellent JD, when we visited Massachusetts we ran short on time and would have loved to go to Lexington and Concord so thanks for taking us along for the lesson.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Got some more on the way.

@brianjohnston413 Жыл бұрын

I'm just so excited we have so much history in the USA and that I get to continue to enjoy you sir and your work!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@rlcoop1 Жыл бұрын

You sure have a knack for explaining history. Your passion for the subject really relates in your videos. Thank you.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@timf2279 Жыл бұрын

Great video, such an important point of world history. How much of our world history changed because of this one event by a group of patriots who believed in a cause and were willing to do something about it. ACTIONS NOT WORDS!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Exactly.

@jjsadventures Жыл бұрын

I need to look more at the battle of Lexington. What great pieces of history to see

@philliphathaway4399 Жыл бұрын

This is amazing I felt so lost at times during history class on the american revolution.

@zachv1942 Жыл бұрын

The educational programf in the US are much to be desired.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad that it is proving helpful!

@northwoodsforever Жыл бұрын

Both inspirational and moving. Great video, great series. 🇺🇸

@tpkennedy33 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I'm REALLY enjoying the American Revolutionary War content. Can't wait to see more. Keep up the good work!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Got a few more on the way.

@timf2279 Жыл бұрын

I agree Great content looking forward to many more

@StLong127 Жыл бұрын

I recently found your videos here on KZfaq and am happy I did. I am retired from the Air Force and was stationed at Hanscom AFB, Mass. just northwest of Boston for over four years. The first video I saw was about the North Church and have watched all of the others regarding the American Revolution. I lived just across the highway from Lexington and Concord so these really got my attention. Your videos are very well done and I appreciate your details on each one of them. They are enjoyable and very informative. I wish you much success and will continue to watch all of your other videos. Thanks!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! So glad that you're enjoying it. Feel free to share it out with a few others.

@bradmccormick358 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy this series. Great job.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@1psychofan Жыл бұрын

Mind is blown! There’s so much in this episode! Gonna watch this numerous times to be sure!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Quite a bit to take in.

@vickistevens423 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding video, JD. I am really enjoying this series. Lexington/Concord is hands-down my favorite Rev. War site, and Buckman Tavern is my favorite stop there. Excellent content. Loving it.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that. Really enjoyed the stop at Buckman Tavern.

@lavettamoff7883 Жыл бұрын

So informative. So important to learn about our history, because the country is such a mess now,and many do not know our rich history.

@cclyon Жыл бұрын

I recently found out that I have numerous ancestors who fought in the revolution. Fathers and sons all going out to fight the British and a few them went on to serve in their local government. Hopefully sooner than later I can visit New England and see these sites for myself. Love your videos.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

🇺🇸👍🏻

@waynehullihen3066 Жыл бұрын

It is definitely worth it.

@spikejonze6182 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoying these revolutionary war videos! Thank you for covering them.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

👍🏻🇺🇸

@Beaker-97 Жыл бұрын

I love studying the American Revolution and Massachusetts is full of so much amazing history. I'm proud to be the granddaughter of Revolutionary War veterans.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

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@tch1225 Жыл бұрын

Very cool video! I like these longer videos but no matter the length I always learn something new. Thanks!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@wesb2823 Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation as usual! I never had heard of Prince Estabrook. Learn something new with each of your videos. Keep up the great work!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Yeah, Estabrook was a new one on me too.

@BigLisaFan Жыл бұрын

I haven't seen a bad video from you yet. Each one is just like being there, no sides are taken and as history should be taught. Sure, it isn't always nice but we can learn from it. The thing is, many judge the people from the past with the standards of today, not from their time and forget that we have the benefit of hindsight. Many did what they thought was the right thing to do at the time and we call them names, tear down their memorials and vilify them. They were Americans, proud and brave, standing up for what they perceived as tyranny. Looking forward to watching all of the series even if we lost the Revolution.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I really appreciate that. Really enjoyed putting this one together.

@PeppieP Жыл бұрын

This is an amazing channel. I love to read about and listen to the history of the American War of Independence . Thank you for bringing this to life.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@davidensign5172 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, JD, for the valuable information, enjoyable video and most of all your respectful remembering of the war dead. Really appreciate your work.

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that. Thank you.

@richardsullivan6258 Жыл бұрын

So happens that I was born on April 19, and I grew up during the Bicentennial era. My entire childhood was steeped in Colonial history. Yet it wasn't until 2018 that I finally visited Lexington. When I first glimpsed the minuteman statue that morning, I honestly felt chills. For somebody of my generation, ignorance of the Revolution is inconceivable. Thanks for this video -- I hope it helps educate a new generation.

@michaeldray3359 Жыл бұрын

Great video, loved your coverage of The Civil War and was excited to see you finally cover The Revolution!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Got a few more before this one and a few more on the way.

@burrellbikes4969 Ай бұрын

SO much context behind all this. Frankly, much of it has been spun into the narrative of freedom.

@mamab4211 Жыл бұрын

Incredible!! I’m running out of words to describe my appreciation of this series! Thanks JD!! 😊🎉

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it! Got more on the way.

@pbrn1729 Жыл бұрын

I love this channel-I have learned so much. Thank you 🙏🏻

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

So glad!

@CrescentCottageHomestead Жыл бұрын

One of my sons field trips was all over Lexington and Concord. So much history! Love it!

@user-vq2wr7fh7l 6 ай бұрын

I’m Proud to say that I discovered a few years ago that I had 10 Relatives in Lexington (Learned Family) who were on the Lexington Alarm Roll. I was in Lexington and Concorde years before I new that. I recognize the Green in your documentary. It really brings it home. Another Learned was known to have “thrown tea into the Harbor!

@BermudaBrian Жыл бұрын

I've been there and did the Lexington/Concord tour. Nicely done video! Thanks!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@Agben35 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Keep them coming!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

More to come! Thanks!

@MrBradleyDavid Жыл бұрын

Thanks JD! I didn't make it as far as I should have out of Fort Devens. I got as far as Concord where I visited the Battle Park Museum where they let me watch one of the videos as the only tourist in the room. Instead of continuing on to Lexington, I went to Waldon Pond (so much history in that area). That day didn't start so well for the militiamen, but the tide turned fast and they made the British Regulars feel guilty for leaving the safety of Boston. I saw a video somewhere, where they did some battlefield forensics and found where parts of the battle was actually fought. Looking forward to your next!

@TheHistoryUnderground Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Love that part of the country.