An ancestor of mine, Pvt Cornelius Okey, served in the 6th Wisconsin, and, though wounded severely, survived. Next year, unable to rejoin the 6th, he joined the Veteran's Reserve Corps
I am happy to say that I purchased Corporal Brownlee's cdv many years ago. Further research showed his recovery was arduous and his later life quite difficult. Thanks to Ron for using Brownlee's service at Gettysburg to demonstrate the sacrifice thousands of soldiers made there.
I assumed the 1st Minnesota myself.Only 12 guys from the 1st Minnesota made it back to Union lines unscathed. But I was familiar with the Amos Humiston saga.I am just now seeing this about the entire brigade though Courageous Dudes.
What a great story. I just re-read a book about Gettysburg and 'oh my' the sacrifice on both sides was terrible. I am glad he lived and you told us about him and his life after the war.
I have studied the battle at Gettysburg and hiked the grounds seeking to make it more real. Nothing impressed me that the Union Right was so viciously assaulted and compromised. Thank you for bringing this event out through these painfully human stories of these unfortunate survivors. Throughout this narrative, I l listened attentively to learn the identity of the sacrificed Regiment, but I heard only other units mentioned.
Thank goodness for men such as Brownley that gave such tremendous service to the cause o the Union. Very moving story that reminds us of the men who fought the War Between the States,
Schurz's Division was actually in Howard's 11th Corps, so helping him was Howard's job anyway. Listed losses for Coster's brigade were about 400 men, so there must have been quite a few who found their way back. Schurz's Division lost around 1500 men in 2 brigades.
The tragic story of Sgt. Amos Humiston, I am about 99.9% sure this was featured in a DVD I purchased some years ago (by the Ridley brothers, if I'm not mistaken). He fought to the death, he is another soldier of the Union who should have been awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, he gave everything and his family lost a devoted husband and father. He was one of the many thousands from both sides who died valiantly, lost, at the Battle of Gettysburg. Thanks Ron, for posting this interesting article.
Hi Ron, thank you for all of the wonderful pictures and stories that you share with us. They are wonderful. I have a quick question, do you know where I could find a picture of the 115th Pa. volunteers? My great great grandfather served with them - Sergeant George Shaffer of company G. I have found very little about him except that I have located his grave site in Mt Moriah Cemetery in Philadelphia. His daughter, my paternal great grandmother mother, died in the late 1800’s and members of that side of the family have been lost to us. I would just like to know more about him and find a picture of his regiment if possible. Thank you, Steve
Ron thank s for another amazing story 👍Ya know what most folks don't remember is the caliber of those rifles were huge u survive the hit u was lucky he was worse off if it stayed in you because you're dirty uniform and all the mud and infection keep up the good work love your channel 🍀🍀🍀
Hey Ron. Another highly appreciated story. However, being from near Albany, I must correct your pronunciation of Cobleskill. The “co” is pronounced like co-worker.
Debatable. They suffered tremendous losses the first day, mostly captured when ordered to hold at all cost to allow the retreat to succeed. The 24th Michigan lost 399 of 496 over the three days. First in, last out as part of the Iron Brigade
I have asked this question to history teachers, buffs and authors. Why did the Union troops not destroy the Virginia army on their retreat to Va? answers were too tired (i guess the southern army was too). Not enough troops and many more answers that made no sense. The war would have ended 2 years earlier and no more death and destruction. What do you believe was the reason?
I believe no single reason dominated. In no particular order: Meade had been named commander just before the battle began and his army had been scattered prior to the fight. He was cautious and had been in a defensive posture throughout the battle. In the aftermath, with Lee's army in the vicinity of Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, Meade had to be sure the cities were protected. I also believe that neither Hooker, who commanded the Army or the Potomac when the Gettysburg Campaign began, or Meade had a strategy to beat Lee. Less than a year later, when Grant was named overall commander of all the U.S.armies in the field, he had the authority to develop and execute a broad strategy across the Eastern and Western Theaters. Hooker and Meade did not have this authority and ability to coordinate larger movements. If so, they might have been able to take Lee on as he crossed the Potomac into Northern Virginia.
About one in four Union soldiers were immigrants. My research suggests the lion's share came to America as children with their families, though many young men crossed the Atlantic after the various failed revolutions of the 1840s.
I grew up where the 154th New York. Was recruited. They also served in Coster’s Brigade and suffered greatly at Gettysburg
An ancestor of mine, Pvt Cornelius Okey, served in the 6th Wisconsin, and, though wounded severely, survived. Next year, unable to rejoin the 6th, he joined the Veteran's Reserve Corps
I am happy to say that I purchased Corporal Brownlee's cdv many years ago. Further research showed his recovery was arduous and his later life quite difficult. Thanks to Ron for using Brownlee's service at Gettysburg to demonstrate the sacrifice thousands of soldiers made there.
When I read the title, I assumed the 1st Minnesota. "I need five minutes."
Same for me and a lot of people, I presume.
Thought so too, until I heard the first day.
@@stuartwald2395 I'm not so sure. These days the 20th Maine seems to get most of the glory.
I assumed the 1st Minnesota myself.Only 12 guys from the 1st Minnesota made it back to Union lines
unscathed.
But I was familiar with the Amos Humiston saga.I am just now seeing this about the entire brigade though
Courageous Dudes.
What a great story. I just re-read a book about Gettysburg and 'oh my' the sacrifice on both sides was terrible. I am glad he lived and you told us about him and his life after the war.
I agree with all the past comments. It is sad to hear of these brave men's fate.
Love these stories of combat and survival. They’re all interesting and very very human. Thank you
Brilliant Ron...We fought on borh sides of that dreadful slaughter. When men were men...Ireland
Thank you, Ron! Your descriptions actually take visionary happening because of your exciting reports!
The brickyard fight. What a nightmare. Thank you.
I have studied the battle at Gettysburg and hiked the grounds seeking to make it more real. Nothing impressed me that the Union Right was so viciously assaulted and compromised. Thank you for bringing this event out through these painfully human stories of these unfortunate survivors. Throughout this narrative, I l listened attentively to learn the identity of the sacrificed Regiment, but I heard only other units mentioned.
Thank goodness for men such as Brownley that gave such tremendous service to the cause o the Union. Very moving story that reminds us of the men who fought the War Between the States,
Civil War because the South believed people were property.
Ron I listen to you almost everyday! This was a very good story, I really enjoyed it!
Thanks!
Thanks, Research.
Thank you, Ron; but, please, this episode was extremely in need of maps!
Make them for him! Ron makes so many videos…be tough to make maps too
Amazing story. Thank you.
Wow. Those men were tough birds back then! I can't say anything more.
One of the best civil war sources out there. Thanks for the great content!
An amazing story and what a life post war.
Schurz's Division was actually in Howard's 11th Corps, so helping him was Howard's job anyway. Listed losses for Coster's brigade were about 400 men, so there must have been quite a few who found their way back. Schurz's Division lost around 1500 men in 2 brigades.
Another great story!
Thanks Ron! Your the Best!
Amos Humiston of Portville, NY
What a wonderful story of perseverance. Thank you
Thanks!
The tragic story of Sgt. Amos Humiston, I am about 99.9% sure this was featured in a DVD I purchased some years ago (by the Ridley brothers, if I'm not mistaken). He fought to the death, he is another soldier of the Union who should have been awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, he gave everything and his family lost a devoted husband and father. He was one of the many thousands from both sides who died valiantly, lost, at the Battle of Gettysburg. Thanks Ron, for posting this interesting article.
One tough Legend of a man
Hi Ron, thank you for all of the wonderful pictures and stories that you share with us. They are wonderful. I have a quick question, do you know where I could find a picture of the 115th Pa. volunteers? My great great grandfather served with them - Sergeant George Shaffer of company G. I have found very little about him except that I have located his grave site in Mt Moriah Cemetery in Philadelphia. His daughter, my paternal great grandmother mother, died in the late 1800’s and members of that side of the family have been lost to us. I would just like to know more about him and find a picture of his regiment if possible. Thank you, Steve
You could write a book around this story. I'd buy it
I live in Wayne, County Indiana, who were in the fight at Gettysburg
Ron thank s for another amazing story 👍Ya know what most folks don't remember is the caliber of those rifles were huge u survive the hit u was lucky he was worse off if it stayed in you because you're dirty uniform and all the mud and infection keep up the good work love your channel 🍀🍀🍀
Hey Ron. Another highly appreciated story. However, being from near Albany, I must correct your pronunciation of Cobleskill. The “co” is pronounced like co-worker.
The will to live is strong!
What a great story?
Groin injuries at Gettysburg not only happened to him, but also Gen. Hancock, and Col. Chamberlain.
Chamberlain’s injury occurred at or near Petersburg.
Speaking of sacrificed regiments at Gettysburg, How about the 16th Maine on the first day?
A real story about a real person. With real pain. Too often, we romanticize these battles from the safety of 160 years later.
Does anyone have a link showing this on a map. I just spent some time on the Trust and I can't find it.
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The 16th Maine was sacrificed like no other at Gettysburg.
Debatable. They suffered tremendous losses the first day, mostly captured when ordered to hold at all cost to allow the retreat to succeed. The 24th Michigan lost 399 of 496 over the three days. First in, last out as part of the Iron Brigade
I have asked this question to history teachers, buffs and authors. Why did the Union troops not destroy the Virginia army on their retreat to Va? answers were too tired (i guess the southern army was too). Not enough troops and many more answers that made no sense. The war would have ended 2 years earlier and no more death and destruction. What do you believe was the reason?
I believe no single reason dominated. In no particular order: Meade had been named commander just before the battle began and his army had been scattered prior to the fight. He was cautious and had been in a defensive posture throughout the battle. In the aftermath, with Lee's army in the vicinity of Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, Meade had to be sure the cities were protected. I also believe that neither Hooker, who commanded the Army or the Potomac when the Gettysburg Campaign began, or Meade had a strategy to beat Lee. Less than a year later, when Grant was named overall commander of all the U.S.armies in the field, he had the authority to develop and execute a broad strategy across the Eastern and Western Theaters. Hooker and Meade did not have this authority and ability to coordinate larger movements. If so, they might have been able to take Lee on as he crossed the Potomac into Northern Virginia.
The greatest generation of the 19th century was the soldiers of the War of Southern Rebellion.
Only one regiment was sacrificed?
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To what extent did the union depend on European immigrants ?
About one in four Union soldiers were immigrants. My research suggests the lion's share came to America as children with their families, though many young men crossed the Atlantic after the various failed revolutions of the 1840s.
Cobleskill Co Bull skill
Yes, thank you - long O - Coe bull skill
Reds from Germany "saved" the precious "Union".
All these men died for nothing - July 1, 2024 - the day America moved from a democracy to a dictatorship - RIP good men
What a BS comment. Must be an ignorant political fanatic.
We have never been a Democracy as libtards like to phrase it. We are a Representative Constitutional REPUBLIC.
No! They died for a new birth of freedom. Hard fought and won by their blood sweat and tears.
We have not lost the Union yet