Man the Fort! British Regular Troops Train at Kelly Station for the War of 1812 | Frontier History

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The Woodland Escape

The Woodland Escape

2 ай бұрын

Join us for an action-packed day at Kelly Station as we welcome the 49th Regiment of Foot and the Glengarry Light Infantry for their spring training. Watch as we engage in historic live fire drills, with muskets shooting at targets, and showcase traditional blacksmithing techniques. We start the day with Peter's friend Charlie - on a successful turkey hunt to prepare a feast for our guests, ensuring no part of nature goes to waste. He also fires up the forge for the soldiers to make tent pegs. Joanne makes the meals, and cards the wool. Susanne, spins the wool, in preparation for making socks for the troops.
As the soldiers practice their drills and march in formation, we delve into the craftsmanship of the 1700s with a demonstration on forging tools. Witness the creation of authentic period pieces and get a glimpse of daily life for soldiers and settlers alike. Finally everyone pitches in to move logs into position for continuing the work on the palisade This immersive experience brings history to life, blending education with hands-on activities. Don't miss out on this unique adventure!
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@richardstone5241
@richardstone5241 2 ай бұрын
Former US Navy here. In the 1750's, the Union Flag was called a jack only when it was flown at the bowsprit of British naval vessels, but it was commonly called the Union Jack by the late 1700's. Great channel, excellent history and I truly appreciate your hard work!!!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
I stand corrected. Thanks for the feedback. I love it when I learn from peoples comments.
@vonsprague7913
@vonsprague7913 2 ай бұрын
Their drill was very good, it's interesting to see how it has changed from practical to ceremonial use. Great to see so many younger reinactors keeping the experience alive for future generations. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Indeed, we need more younger recruits.
@rickcooper6817
@rickcooper6817 2 ай бұрын
With those plump birds under their belts, that crew should be able to raise a couple of lengths of wall. Well, after they have a nap of course. Thanks for the video, Mr. Peter and Ms. Cathy.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Good point!
@2gpowell
@2gpowell 2 ай бұрын
Hi, Peter! Great video. Nice to watch the re-enacting group. Looked like everybody had a great time. I have also, read accounts of woman fighting for both sides during our civil war. Even woman wearing men's clothing in rural areas of the frontier. Woman re- enactors no matter what their persona gets my approval! Good job everybody.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
There is documentation of women passing themselves off as men in order to muster in, in numerous earlier wars. Thanks for your interest and kind words.
@stevenbp101
@stevenbp101 2 ай бұрын
That’s a fine big old Bird. Peter we feed the turkey and deer at our cabin. Anything else that wants to eat some corn. Always enjoy your videos. Thanks. ( old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Second biggest I’ve ever harvested. Thanks again for your interest.
@moorshound3243
@moorshound3243 9 күн бұрын
I can't help it when he said port arms i had Gunny shouting "4 inches from you chest pile 4 inches" in my head haha
@johnclarke6647
@johnclarke6647 8 күн бұрын
@@moorshound3243 Semper Fi, brother
@therealhellkitty5388
@therealhellkitty5388 2 ай бұрын
My late spouse loved to hunt turkey… he’d make them into soup. When he passed, he gave me his rifle which I have not yet put to use. Appreciate that you had a sentry posted during the wall raising. Did they stand watch the whole time they were there? Love your videos Peter!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
I’m very flattered by your compliment. Perhaps you should try and put that rifle to use!
@beverlymichael5830
@beverlymichael5830 2 ай бұрын
What a great video. Those were some nice birds. Loved to have seen the meals from them. Great to see the young ladies keeping this alive. They handles the logs fantastic. I know what you mean about bird using the feathers. When my chickens moult they gather up the feathers and I find the feathers then filling their nests.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. I also cooked a bear ham for the troops.
@marieleopold1625
@marieleopold1625 2 ай бұрын
Have 'Fort' will find!...the troops to rally and the pilgrims to settle in! THAT MUST have bin fun for one and all! And the turkeys were fat and well accommodating = YUM! Must 'tickle-you-pink' Peter, to teach at your own forge, to listen to tales and to watch 'more of your time period' unfold. Empress Catherine, you too had the joy of the women-folk's comradery, yet all the while having to capture on film the goings-on everywhere...WELL DONE! "He who sweats more in training bleeds less in war." (Spartan philosophy). Health and blessings dear ones! ...'two, three, four...:)
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
I’m thinking that most soldiers couldn’t count past 4 in the era, lol. Love the quote, although I remain a tad skeptical … all the best battle plans go out the window with the first firing of the first gun. tickled pink doesn’t come close my friend, I’m so lucky to have so many friends, you included.
@marieleopold1625
@marieleopold1625 2 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape I am 'sure' both you an' sweet Catherine are the flame that attracts the moth, due to your wonderful characters...and I...a 'wee bit' of your; 'blessed friends'...thank you most kindly. I tend to agree...when I think of the lone housewife/pioneer defending her own....how explain many-a-stories about her 'force and fortitude'...practice? or rather a; resolute heart, coupled with endless hard chores! :)
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
@@marieleopold1625 As I’ve said, the female gender are the true unsung heroes of the frontier, regardless of the continent.
@lancehenderson7249
@lancehenderson7249 2 ай бұрын
Nice to see ladies getting involved. Great reenactment at Kellys Fort. Sure wish I could have gotten some of those turkey feathers for my crafts. Must have been a treat for the 49th to help build the fort. Keep your powder dry
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thank you. Oh my, I’ve a lot of turkey feathers… wings, tail galore. Watch yer top knot.
@lancehenderson7249
@lancehenderson7249 2 ай бұрын
@TheWoodlandEscape how would I get them, will pay for shipping. Let me know, thanks
@bobboyer9440
@bobboyer9440 2 ай бұрын
Congrats on the two fine birds. All that help was surely welcome.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Yes it was, at least a few logs I didn’t have to drag.
@alexs3447
@alexs3447 2 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape put those sods to work for sure
@AnthonyCurtacci
@AnthonyCurtacci 2 ай бұрын
Kelly's station looks great!...Its turkey season here in NY....took my nephew out for his first hunt, no luck but had a great time... Keep the videos coming Thank YOU!!
@jeffgrier8488
@jeffgrier8488 2 ай бұрын
It looked like a great weekend at Kelly Station! Congratulations on the nice turkey also!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
It was indeed … the two turkeys were a bonus. I also cooked a beer ham which didn’t make it into the episode filming.
@robertsmith9970
@robertsmith9970 2 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the big Tom with your musket. Very good show.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
And good eating to boot!
@MoePoe777
@MoePoe777 2 ай бұрын
That was a fun video to watch. It must be very fulfilling for Peter and Cathy to host living historical reenactments at Kelly Station. It nice to see the bustling activity and the various aspects of the era.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
It certainly is the reason I’m building the fort, to share with any and all living historians.
@smoothvern165
@smoothvern165 2 ай бұрын
Great video, and it was real nice seeing the women getting involved!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Yes it was! Glad you enjoyed it.
@mikesherman4565
@mikesherman4565 2 ай бұрын
Work detail Kelly's station is really coming along now
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Every log moved is one I don’t have to, so yes!
@jamesomalley4556
@jamesomalley4556 2 ай бұрын
nice to see the young lady's serving in the kings army .
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Yup, they done took the Kings shilling.
@Dan_TheMedievalGuild
@Dan_TheMedievalGuild 2 ай бұрын
Awesome video. You got some much needed help on the palisade wall and got a fair amount done. I'm glad you all had a great time together.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
We agree!
@jeffersonspace
@jeffersonspace 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Peter, and Cathy. Enjoy watching your vlog each week.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@williamqueen8790
@williamqueen8790 2 ай бұрын
Looks like you guys had a lot of fun time learning, awesome
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thank you 🤗. Had some quick learners at the anvil.
@CacheCanada
@CacheCanada 2 ай бұрын
Great video. Nice to see the boys getting to some actual work. Go 49th.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍. They moved about 50 logs and peeled the ends … 50 I don’t have to!
@hayward434
@hayward434 2 ай бұрын
Glad to see a Maritimer made to Kelly's Station. Well put together video.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it and you east coast folks are welcome at our fire anytime.
@zpy-nq7wv
@zpy-nq7wv 2 ай бұрын
AS ALWAYS , VERY INFORMATIVE AND FUN TO LEARN ABOUT OUR PAST . ❤
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@alanpinn2266
@alanpinn2266 2 ай бұрын
Well what can I say but - huzzah! What a great weekend of drill, black-smithing and work! And the drill looked pretty good from here. Lol! Great to see my old group hasn't slacked off over the years. Well done Ryan! Wish I'd been there. Cheers Peter!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Al … you were missed.
@ashleyanderson2859
@ashleyanderson2859 2 ай бұрын
Appreciate your efforts and dedication. Looks like you had a good turn out. Thanks again and keep your powder dry!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
You bet and watch yer top knot!
@JeffGloverArts
@JeffGloverArts 2 ай бұрын
Bravo! And, thank you!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@JanTrewhitt
@JanTrewhitt 2 ай бұрын
What fun at Kelly station today!! I am glad you got some more work done on the station while they were there. Blessings.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Yes it was! Image if they stayed a week, lol.
@glenmacneill6935
@glenmacneill6935 2 ай бұрын
I see an opportunity here for you Peter, conscript these soldiers, for Fort building duties.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
That’s is a grand idea!
@deanjernstrom3760
@deanjernstrom3760 2 ай бұрын
Great job,boss. Forwarding again into the future. You have a tremendous way of keeping us completely interested. I love the guard you had on the perimeter. Wonderful volunteers you had join you at the fort. Thanks again.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Much appreciated! The help was sincerely appreciated.
@johnhunter287
@johnhunter287 2 ай бұрын
One thing I wish I could get in the US bear grease for the muskets. I have a 1861 Enfield all original and have fired it. Cleaning it well is the chore. I'm trying to figure out how to display it on my wall and love the hangers that hold your rifle over your mantle. Do you sell them? Excellent turkeys. I like to lift the skin with my finger tips and rub butter under it. Great video.
@douglasscott5003
@douglasscott5003 2 ай бұрын
That looked like it was a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
It was and thanks for watching.
@arleneisenberg5168
@arleneisenberg5168 2 ай бұрын
I bet it was a real treat to have 49th Regiment of Foot and Glengarry Light Infantry at Kelly Station nice view into their training and showing them around Love the ladies spinning wool and the iron work Peter.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
It was indeed. It’s an annual kick off the season event that I very much look forward to.
@clivedunning4317
@clivedunning4317 2 ай бұрын
CONGRATULATIONS ! I was expecting the new Union Flag to be hoisted "upside down" (a distress signal). Well done for doing that correctly. I love your informative posts and laid back delivery, carry on with the good work.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much. I did do a double check before hoisting it, lol!
@the18thcenturygardener57
@the18thcenturygardener57 2 ай бұрын
Very entertaining as always. Thank you and keep them coming.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@richardofsylmar
@richardofsylmar 2 ай бұрын
A very exciting time in Kelly’s Station. Thank you.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
It was a fun time had by all event, indeed.
@jamesvatter5729
@jamesvatter5729 2 ай бұрын
Good job, Peter. My smoke pole Tom is safe this spring. The hip doesn't want to cooperate!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
That’s a shame … here’s to a speedy recovery.
@abidinkonur252
@abidinkonur252 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for providing educational and interesting videos for us.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
It's my pleasure
@lindaSee89
@lindaSee89 2 ай бұрын
Excellent
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@thatsthewayitgoes9
@thatsthewayitgoes9 24 күн бұрын
Outstanding, great
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 23 күн бұрын
Many thanks!
@ianandresen2326
@ianandresen2326 2 ай бұрын
That was an excellent weekend! We had a great time! Those birds were delicious!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for coming and you know where we live now. You are welcome at our fire anytime.
@bushcraftohio7320
@bushcraftohio7320 2 ай бұрын
great chan. great vids. truly a learning experience watching your chan. i have been a sub. for years and appreciate all the great work, knowledge & dedication you put in to history & your chan. TYVM from Ohio
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Much appreciated!
@terrynoraturner1848
@terrynoraturner1848 2 ай бұрын
Excellent, I like to see stuff like this. Hands on is great for everybody. Real world work, I hope they enjoyed their selves and you and we see more of them.
@AlexLuyckxPhoto
@AlexLuyckxPhoto 2 ай бұрын
Nice! Also love that the troops were put on work duty!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
They certainly chipped in!
@kellydietz6720
@kellydietz6720 2 ай бұрын
I'm so excited about the spinning wheel and hand carders. Thank you for adding them in.❤❤❤
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
You are so welcome, Kelly and as I’ve often mentioned, you are welcome at our fire anytime.
@wasatchretrievers4035
@wasatchretrievers4035 2 ай бұрын
Great experience just watching. Loved the soldier on guard. Keeping an eye out while other build the palisade. Keep it up Peter love wee bits of history.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Indeed and he had the easy job, lol. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@victortuten4399
@victortuten4399 2 ай бұрын
A smart person reads the area and knows his resources before settling in. You read your local area very well and I applaud your ability to use it! From a tidy cabin to Kelly Station! Outstanding demonstration of pioneering in action!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@jackcook8613
@jackcook8613 2 ай бұрын
Nice gobbler, Peter! Glad to see you got some help with the fort build. Looks like it's moving along nicely. Still the best on show on KZfaq.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍. Second biggest bird I’ve harvested to date.
@will76888
@will76888 2 ай бұрын
Great video, Peter! Love turkey hunting, and the history lessons that made this video so appealing. Thanks for your hard work1
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
When one is constantly playing at their passion, there is absolutely no work to it. Thanks for the kind words.
@lennemoy1971
@lennemoy1971 2 ай бұрын
LOVE THE CHANNEL….To Quote Matthew Quigley “ I reckon we kicked you out twice”
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Ah, and a favorite one of mine indeed. The first time I watched the movie I laughed out loud. Heck, I’ve laughed out loud every time I’ve watched it!
@gailsgardenherbsmore1605
@gailsgardenherbsmore1605 2 ай бұрын
Awesome 👍
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thanks 🤗
@EthanPageHunter
@EthanPageHunter 2 ай бұрын
Great harvest Pete!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly
@petrimurphy6152
@petrimurphy6152 2 ай бұрын
Greetings from the off grid cabin in Ohio. IBooks good. Glad your well, man the fort. God bless.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
I admire those that go off grid … so smart.
@throwback336
@throwback336 2 ай бұрын
I bet that was a good time having them there.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Indeed it was.
@n1vagn180
@n1vagn180 2 ай бұрын
Just a wee little correction for you. The flag is called the " Union Flag" it is only a "Union Jack" when on the jack staff of a ship. I enjoy watching your videos, from Blighty
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback and the correction and for your interest.
@user-nf3jj3ie3v
@user-nf3jj3ie3v 2 ай бұрын
Great video . Would love to reenact with sharps company sometime . The chosen men.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
That would be cool!
@larryreese6146
@larryreese6146 2 ай бұрын
Never really understood the reasons for close order drill until I read "A DEVIL OF A WHIPPING" about the Battlevof Cowpens in the Revolutionary War. Seems a misunderstood command could either make or break a battle. In the case of this battle the American regulars misunderstood a command and thought there was a retreat. They left the position in good order and formed up on the next hill. The Brits thought they had them and broke rank to chase them only to find them perfectly formed and firing into their lines. At which some of the British soldiers dropped their weapons and fell to their knees in shock. At which the American foot and the American cavalry charged. There was a total route. I believe if Morgan had been more senior in command and the Americans had been better trained earlier the Revolution might not have dragged on as long as it did.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
You raise a valid point. In modern warfare it is perhaps not as important, but in Napoleonic warfare it was crucial.
@larryreese6146
@larryreese6146 2 ай бұрын
@TheWoodlandEscape yes, after some training the American regulars could stand toe to toe with the British. Both Morgan and Washington valued trained disciplined soldiers but Morgan knew very well how to use militia too. He also knew something about men's endurance. He put every strain he could think of on Tarletans men and then chose his own ground when the time was right and he had them sufficiently worn down. He also had gauged Tarlton right too. That Morgan was a wise old fox and knew what he was about.
@8626John
@8626John 2 ай бұрын
Excellent video. It's always reassuring to see younger people interested in history. Several of the younger folks looked familiar, and it's great they have maintained their interest in the past. And congratulations on those two beautiful turkeys. I still haven't gotten mine yet. Were turkeys available in Canada in the 18th century? Thanks for your efforts.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
They were indeed, but wiped out. They were introduced in 1978 and the current population in Ontario is estimated at over 80,000 birds.
@justacutepanda888
@justacutepanda888 2 ай бұрын
WE SUMMONING GRIFFON THE GREAT WITH THIS ONE🔥🗣️🔥🗣️🔥🗣️
@ryanstottlemyer5698
@ryanstottlemyer5698 2 ай бұрын
Fantastic video, thank you, Kathy and Peter By the way, three of my ancestors were in the war of 1812, all Stottlemyer
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
That’s amazing, which side?
@eddybear771
@eddybear771 2 ай бұрын
That made a lot of progress Peter. I'm bettin those folks could build an entire fort inside of a week if they work together in sync.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Right, if only I had an army at my disposal!
@eddybear771
@eddybear771 2 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape they've been sayin it for years. The answer is cloning. Lol
@franciswashack89
@franciswashack89 2 ай бұрын
Peter, I was wondering, what would be your reaction, if there were a flash in the sky, and you and Kelly station, were engulfed in a worm whole, and found yourself in the midst of the Seven Years War, and a raiding party of Indian and French were headed your way ? (To many of us old amature historians, time travel is our favorite science fiction.) Let us hear please of your historical fantasy. I enjoyed your video very much.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Well sir, you ask an interesting question. First and foremost in my fantasy, the palisade walls would be finished, lol.
@daveyjoweaver6282
@daveyjoweaver6282 2 ай бұрын
Good work and protection with Turkey to boot! Can it get any better at Kelly Station? To see the progress and heartfelt structures being built is a Lovely thing to see! If only I was a bit closer! Kind Thanks, Many Blessings and Joy of Being! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Yes, absolutely and you’re here in spirit, Davey.
@daveyjoweaver6282
@daveyjoweaver6282 2 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape 👍👍☕️☕️👽👽👻 Indeed.!
@richardschafer7858
@richardschafer7858 2 ай бұрын
When we trained with the Brit Paras, they always started off with their right foot, whereas we (American Airborne) started with our left thanks to Von Steuben. Did the Brits used to start with their left as shown by the 49th?
@vonsprague7913
@vonsprague7913 2 ай бұрын
All British army units lead off with the left foot just the same as the US army mate.
@richardschafer7858
@richardschafer7858 2 ай бұрын
@vonsprague7913 I could swear we were told to.step.off with our right foot one time. Well, the only time I remember. This was 30 years ago. 😆 Thanks for the correction!
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Always on the left.
@jmt6615
@jmt6615 2 ай бұрын
Love your channel. What size shot do you use for turkey?
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
A wee bit of everything … some 5, 6 and 71/2’s. It seems to give me a better pattern in my smoothbore.
@andrewryder70
@andrewryder70 2 ай бұрын
Do you have any book recommendations regarding the clothes and day to day life of the mid 1700s?
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Most come from historical documentation research/recourses. A good start to get a feel for life in the 18th century would be Allen Eckerts , The Frontiersmen. A novel,but very well researched.
@andrewryder70
@andrewryder70 2 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape ok thank you been really getting into this hobby and want to find and read documentation from the time. Thank you again
@earlshaner4441
@earlshaner4441 2 ай бұрын
Good afternoon from Syracuse NY United States of America my friend and everyone else
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
And to you, Earl.
@earlshaner4441
@earlshaner4441 2 ай бұрын
Just got home from a 1754 Re-enactment campout
@earlshaner4441
@earlshaner4441 2 ай бұрын
Jesus
@lawrencekeller6029
@lawrencekeller6029 2 ай бұрын
Peter great video nice Bird. So these guys come there every year? The same weekend? Need to get back up there soon. Tell Cathy i said hello be safe.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
They do indeed, but the weekend varies. You’re welcome at our fire anytime, especially if you cook, lol.
@lawrencekeller6029
@lawrencekeller6029 2 ай бұрын
Hey I want to offer to make something for the block house.🤔 Have you made the hinges for the front door yet????
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
@@lawrencekeller6029 I have them made, but there are two other comparable sized doors going in the palisade as well as a door for the powder magazine. Didn’t know you were a blacksmith!
@lawrencekeller6029
@lawrencekeller6029 2 ай бұрын
I am not I have been watching some videos of cabin builds in Alaska and was watching one guy making wood hinges and I thought of you and that door 🤔 and was thinking of trying But didn't know what your plans were. They are massive in size but I am sure it's a bear thing.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
@@lawrencekeller6029 Sounds interesting. Any idea when you might visit? Calendar is getting awful full.
@jackmrozinski337
@jackmrozinski337 2 ай бұрын
Nice bird
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Second biggest I’ve ever harvested and thank you.
@danp3785
@danp3785 Ай бұрын
Hi! I’m catching up on some of your videos that I’ve missed recently. I have a question about the end of your boom for the bellows. I see that you have an S shaped object attached as a handle, is that piece specifically for a blacksmith shop or was a “cobbled” together piece? My grandparents had a similar piece that has hung on the wall of their 19th century home since I was a child, and I was always told it was part of a horse yoke.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape Ай бұрын
You’re spot on. It is called hames, one goes on each side of the leather collar on the horses neck. The reins pass through these on each side back to the person driving the horse. I used it because it is very ergonomic.
@danp3785
@danp3785 29 күн бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape it certainly looked perfect for the part! Thanks for the quick reply. I always look forward to learning something from your videos, you’re an excellent storyteller and teacher.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 28 күн бұрын
@@danp3785 I thank you for your kind words.
@germansahidbeltranardila2985
@germansahidbeltranardila2985 2 ай бұрын
Huuuuyyyyyyyyyyyy huuuufffffffffffff hermosura de video cómo los q me gustan a mi
@richardbonner2354
@richardbonner2354 2 ай бұрын
You've gotta hand it to the Regiment -- and to young Woman power! -- right there amoung the Ranks, "One heat; no bends." Bravo! And a tip o' the hat to You, yet once't again, Wildnerness: You and Your Country Men an' Women are establishing not only an authentic Fort, but an opportunity for ever'One everywhere to see for ThemSelves jes' exACTly how things were done..., in days gone by. You're one o' Canada's "National treasures", Mate. 🙂 Rick Bonner Pennsyltucky
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Been called a lot of things, but Nation Treasure is a new one. I thank you sir. I’m not just building it to look at, it’s my dream the living historians will plan a visit, share skills and research and our fire.
@jtsterry
@jtsterry 2 ай бұрын
❤😊😊
@CRuf-qw4yv
@CRuf-qw4yv 2 ай бұрын
Great to see the ladies take interest in these cherished trades.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Yes indeed!
@billylyons7212
@billylyons7212 2 ай бұрын
So is it correct for the time period that woman would be soldiers?
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
It was never an excepted practice, but, it is documented that in many wars a fe2 women passed themselves off as men in order to enlist.
@georgewashington3393
@georgewashington3393 17 күн бұрын
No.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 16 күн бұрын
@@georgewashington3393 Most certainly in the American Civil war there is documented proof of such events.
@thatsthewayitgoes9
@thatsthewayitgoes9 24 күн бұрын
I’m genuinely sorry; but , I can’t see difference in the flags. Maybe you could do a show on history of flags that flew over Kelly’s Station. Or at least would have flown 1720 ish - 1790ish
@thatsthewayitgoes9
@thatsthewayitgoes9 24 күн бұрын
If you can’t have actual real flags, color drawings of them would suffice
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 23 күн бұрын
An interesting idea. For now though, the difference is the Kings Colours does not have the second narrow Red Cross in it which represents Ireland when it joined the United Kingdon in the early 1800’s.
@Ilikeit616
@Ilikeit616 2 ай бұрын
Howdy Peter Think have an appendice for your Black Smith shop ? What else you serve with the turkeys ? The wall looking good ... I saw a guard in the back ground .... it would funny if you got a few of your Indian friends and jump out from the woods ..... Wonder what the guard would do ...LOL or maybe some grey coats . last comment got deleted .. hope this stays , said most of the same
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
I cooked up a bear ham as well as potatoes and carrots and bread … a grand meal indeed.
@SirFrederick
@SirFrederick 2 ай бұрын
so odd to see people from the future.
@jamesellsworth9673
@jamesellsworth9673 2 ай бұрын
Where is 'Fred?'
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Actually, Fred is back, I’ll try and get him on film for you.
@jamesellsworth9673
@jamesellsworth9673 2 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape Good news! Thanks.
@shanestamball1886
@shanestamball1886 2 ай бұрын
First again
@CRuf-qw4yv
@CRuf-qw4yv 2 ай бұрын
The red diagonal thin cross was added to the Union Jack flag after Northern Irelands inclusion to the UK in the early 1800s.... A 1750s flag would not have this embellishment.
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
We are now flying the proper Kings Colours flag. I believe Ireland joined the UK in either 1805 or 1808.
@johnclarke6647
@johnclarke6647 2 ай бұрын
Southpaws just don’t have the strength, agility or dexterity as a righty!😊
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Really?
@moorshound3243
@moorshound3243 9 күн бұрын
Tell that to Rocky
@giuseppe4909
@giuseppe4909 2 ай бұрын
That growling gal sounds ridiculous….
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Apparently, when doing their order of arms, the sergeant of each company did indeed count. I agree though, it sounds a bit silly.
@giuseppe4909
@giuseppe4909 2 ай бұрын
@@TheWoodlandEscape … I can understand the need to count or provide a cadence, but the manner in which she does it just sounds silly to me is all. And while it is generally good to see people interested in the history, and taking part, once again I see a sort of non acceptance on the part of modern day folk, by not acknowledging the reality of those traditional societal roles. You know what I mean.
@maksmaso4741
@maksmaso4741 Ай бұрын
@@giuseppe4909 I understand it as a training help to get lined up and synchronized. On the display or in battle I really doubt they count out loud, or atleast I hope
@user-pi6ws8ws5m
@user-pi6ws8ws5m 2 ай бұрын
I guess it's a sign of the times modern times women in combat uniforms . But that doesn't mean I got to Like it .
@user-nf3jj3ie3v
@user-nf3jj3ie3v 2 ай бұрын
Actually women have done this since the 18th century. Hiding there identity to enlist and fight
@MelanieSawyerForager
@MelanieSawyerForager 2 ай бұрын
I understand that you don't like it however rev war onwards women were known and documented as serving in both the army and the Navy.
@8626John
@8626John 2 ай бұрын
You should be glad to see any young people interested in history enough to go to this level of effort.
@user-pi6ws8ws5m
@user-pi6ws8ws5m 2 ай бұрын
@@8626John I Guess I can understand that train of thought .Given modern Youth ,In my 70s so I'm a bit of not a lot out of touch .I live very rural .
@TheWoodlandEscape
@TheWoodlandEscape 2 ай бұрын
Simply people that love history taking on a persona and I see nothing wrong with it.
@user-zf8gd8pt8l
@user-zf8gd8pt8l 2 ай бұрын
That is not realistic, they would not have had women in the army.
@johnstevenson1709
@johnstevenson1709 2 ай бұрын
Or video cameras
@johnstevenson1709
@johnstevenson1709 2 ай бұрын
Or safety glasses for smiths
@bushcraftohio7320
@bushcraftohio7320 2 ай бұрын
@@johnstevenson1709 well my guess is. most people with common sense know they are reenacting and not really back in the time so why risk losing an eye? get a clue!
@MelanieSawyerForager
@MelanieSawyerForager 2 ай бұрын
I disagree with you, women were documented as serving in both the army and the Navy.
@bushcraftohio7320
@bushcraftohio7320 2 ай бұрын
@@MelanieSawyerForager very nice of you to educate the haters like john. i have read many times of women serving in the militaries
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