Col. Barlow was the grandson of WWII hero, General Ernest Barlow. Col. Barlow’s grandfather in the Civil War was Private William Rufus Barlow of the 18th NC. He was captured at Spotsylvania Courthouse and later died as a POW at Elmira. Doesn’t appear to be related to General Francis Barlow.
Hi peter from melbourne australia , the videos are great to help put the battlefields size into context , ( the distance from the town to barlows knoll ,oak Hill) I'll get there one day !
Good review on this July 1 2024. To tell you the truth, as a Canadian Civil War buff, I almost forgot. Been down to Gettysburg and Antietam especially so many times they were my 'second home' away from home and hold personal feelings I do not share with others. History should never be forgotten to make sure it doesn't happen again. Like right now in fact! All the best watched right to the end. Maybe Lee will win this year. But I say that about the Toronto Maple Leafs since the 1960's. And no such luck.
I'm really enjoying this format of videos where Garry and the rest of the amazing ABT team are walking the field and talking about it as they go. I'm a longtime battlefield walker; I don't think I'll be able to get to Gettysburg this year so I'm grateful for this virtual fix. And I work in TV engineering so I understand the limitations you're faced with trying to livestream from the field and I salute you for your efforts to overcome technical problems.
My GGG grandfather was with the 4th Ga under Dole. He survived the war and became a Dr. His brother would be wounded at Gettysburg, captured at Hagerstown, and sent to Old Capital Prison in DC. He is buried in the Confederate section of Arlington Cemetery.
I hope you are there this weekend, Garry. I would love to meet you. We take our annual vacation to Gettysburg and there's always something new to learn! Incidentally, the battlefield area that needs saved right now is near Manassas. I don't know how that can be happening.
Great job as always. I was especially excited by the mention of the 82nd Ohio. My great great grandfather was in that unit and lost his arm on that spot. Thanks.
Bless you guys! My great grandpa was w.s. terry co. I 57th nc troops . 4 brothers stephen o., John scott Samuel pegram and James Francis marion terry, all co. K 19th nc troops ( 2nd nc. Cavalry)
I read that Howard was told by the cavalry screen that the Confederates were coming in on the right, but he was on Cemetery Hill at that point. Supposedly, Barlow didn’t have that information. But who knows.
Superb video. Quick question, the Batchelder Map shows the 17th Conn isolated and positioned in front of the Harrisburg Road Bridge over Rock Creek. Could this have been a strategic choke point for Early’snDivision coming down the road, if they were supported better, or was it an impossible situation? Mick - London.
@@AmericanBattlefieldTrust Tim Smith covers it in his excellent Sunday Lecture on Rock Creek from 11 Jan 2022, held in the Addressing Gettysburg podcast archive. The bridge would probably have been taken out and the crossing defended better with the benefit of hindsight, especially as the creek was much deeper in 1863 than it is today. Union forces were clearly struggling by the time the Rebels came down the Harrisburg Road and had their hands full. (Tim has produced some brilliant Sunday lectures over the years, held in the AG archive, which are both entertaining and informative….he should have his own TV series). Cheers. Mick, London.
Agreed, lotsa unfair armchair criticism of Day 1 generals, colonels, and actions. Except for Barlow (#AskHalleck). The whole day was but one big delaying action - and in that they succeeded. Btw loved Kris' descriptor of Rock Creek = "The Moat of Gettysburg" Y'all rock 👍👍! Don't forget to check for ticks! Found one on the back of my neck there last week while strolling the no-man's land between the top of Plum Run and lower Cemetery Ridge
I knew General Barlow's grandson in the 1980's, Col Keith Barlow, commander of the 506th in Vietnam. He was one of the greatest leaders I ever met
Col. Barlow was the grandson of WWII hero, General Ernest Barlow. Col. Barlow’s grandfather in the Civil War was Private William Rufus Barlow of the 18th NC. He was captured at Spotsylvania Courthouse and later died as a POW at Elmira. Doesn’t appear to be related to General Francis Barlow.
I was born and raised in Michigan and have been to Gettysburg several times. I'm Retired now and living in Jomtien, Thailand.
Hi peter from melbourne australia , the videos are great to help put the battlefields size into context , ( the distance from the town to barlows knoll ,oak Hill) I'll get there one day !
Amazing as always. Amazed at the continuing knowledge and bits of history you continue to talk about. Thanks 😊
Good review on this July 1 2024.
To tell you the truth, as a Canadian Civil War buff, I almost forgot.
Been down to Gettysburg and Antietam especially so many times they were my 'second home' away from home and hold personal feelings I do not share with others.
History should never be forgotten to make sure it doesn't happen again.
Like right now in fact!
All the best watched right to the end.
Maybe Lee will win this year. But I say that about the Toronto Maple Leafs since the 1960's. And no such luck.
Thank you 👍
I'm really enjoying this format of videos where Garry and the rest of the amazing ABT team are walking the field and talking about it as they go. I'm a longtime battlefield walker; I don't think I'll be able to get to Gettysburg this year so I'm grateful for this virtual fix. And I work in TV engineering so I understand the limitations you're faced with trying to livestream from the field and I salute you for your efforts to overcome technical problems.
My GGG grandfather was with the 4th Ga under Dole. He survived the war and became a Dr. His brother would be wounded at Gettysburg, captured at Hagerstown, and sent to Old Capital Prison in DC. He is buried in the Confederate section of Arlington Cemetery.
You are awesome Gary ! So enjoy your presentations
thank you Gary! ive watched the last few years!
Thank you for all you do !!!
Greetings from San Antonio, Texas!
Great video! The 153rd PA was all from Northampton County, by the way.
I hope you are there this weekend, Garry. I would love to meet you. We take our annual vacation to Gettysburg and there's always something new to learn! Incidentally, the battlefield area that needs saved right now is near Manassas. I don't know how that can be happening.
It's happening because of money. It's that simple. They don't care about history but the dollar.
Great videos this year despite signal problems. Really enjoyed the coverage. Has’nt Kris got a phenomenal memory for the names and regiments etc. 🇬🇧
I always enjoy Kris White's contributions.
Watching these each year and learning/understanding more each time😮. Hey, from NC!
First timer... thank you guys. Next family vacation will be in the G Burg.
Great job as always. I was especially excited by the mention of the 82nd Ohio. My great great grandfather was in that unit and lost his arm on that spot. Thanks.
Great content. Massachusetts
I get so antsy this time of the year. Wish I was there. Love you guys….. grama Sue. 3rd Wi infantry, and 1st Wi heavy artillery
Bless you guys! My great grandpa was w.s. terry co. I 57th nc troops . 4 brothers stephen o., John scott Samuel pegram and James Francis marion terry, all co. K 19th nc troops ( 2nd nc. Cavalry)
I really enjoy your civil war videos, you all do a great job. Thank you
I read that Howard was told by the cavalry screen that the Confederates were coming in on the right, but he was on Cemetery Hill at that point. Supposedly, Barlow didn’t have that information. But who knows.
Excellent job
Berwick Pa nice job gentlemen! I love your work!
Dilger's battery was one of the finest artillery units in the Army of the Potomac!
My 2nd Great grand-uncle was in the 153rd PA at Gettysburg.
Great video Garry such a nice guys Chris and Sarah so awesome!! Schnecksville pa
Superb video. Quick question, the Batchelder Map shows the 17th Conn isolated and positioned in front of the Harrisburg Road Bridge over Rock Creek. Could this have been a strategic choke point for Early’snDivision coming down the road, if they were supported better, or was it an impossible situation? Mick - London.
Good question! I think that’s one to explore on your own. All we can do is speculate.
@@AmericanBattlefieldTrust Tim Smith covers it in his excellent Sunday Lecture on Rock Creek from 11 Jan 2022, held in the Addressing Gettysburg podcast archive. The bridge would probably have been taken out and the crossing defended better with the benefit of hindsight, especially as the creek was much deeper in 1863 than it is today. Union forces were clearly struggling by the time the Rebels came down the Harrisburg Road and had their hands full. (Tim has produced some brilliant Sunday lectures over the years, held in the AG archive, which are both entertaining and informative….he should have his own TV series). Cheers. Mick, London.
Outstanding content!
GREAT SHOW AS USUAL! ❤
Agreed, lotsa unfair armchair criticism of Day 1 generals, colonels, and actions. Except for Barlow (#AskHalleck). The whole day was but one big delaying action - and in that they succeeded. Btw loved Kris' descriptor of Rock Creek = "The Moat of Gettysburg"
Y'all rock 👍👍! Don't forget to check for ticks! Found one on the back of my neck there last week while strolling the no-man's land between the top of Plum Run and lower Cemetery Ridge
Great job!! 👍🏻😁
I just love Gary. He said the Union were like "whoa, hey, I didn't do it". 😆😆😆😆
If you brag on and build up your enemies, when you defeat them, it makes you look better.
I would be out of breath walking and taking like that. Geeez
Wonderful series, thank you! Why do we call the US Army 'the federals'?
@@mayfieldcourt just another of the many names for both armies. Federals = Federal government
Great video guys ! 😎👍
Hubert Dilger
Artillery God and adopted Ohioan.
Was it true that a Confederate corp, based in Spring Forge(Spring Grove).
That cannon is a whitworth 12 pounder rifle
Florida!
Rodes should be played by Ryan Reynolds in the movie!
Well, he said McPherson incorrectly. He did not correct that. Remember, there’s no fear.
Barlow was Sickles..before Sickles..but regardless, no one could have stayed there long
Tried watching. To much amateur camera work & lack of focus for my likings.
Odd that the flag pole was empty - no colors flying.