Thanks for the video,,I grew up in Rutledge,and passed this church a million times,but never knew the story and history of the church,an amazing story,
@@TheAppalachianStoryteller I identify as a Hillwilliam. The stories of our history can often be misleading. Likely due to commerce. It isn't easy to find the truth as it pertains to the region. Lesley Riddle comes to mind... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lesley_Riddle. Then there's Stick McGhee... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stick_McGhee Stick adapted a military piece to become one of the first rock n' roll tunes. That from Kingsport, Tennessee which isn't far from Maces Spring, VA/Poor Valley which was home to the Carter Family that Lesley Riddle scouted songs for... usually uncredited. Riddle is the often overlooked anchor of old time/hillbilly music. Riddle and McGhee were both Black. So thank you for the honesty and the willingness to dig into the facts.
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I’ve seen this church, but never knew the rich history behind it. Very fascinating, such a delight to hear the history of places I’ve seen and been. Thank you for sharing and have a blessed day!
I thought all American Indians were from Washington DC ??? I mean, ya, they got mad being all forced to live in one small area so they moved out and forced them to change the name from Redskins to some, whatever name...im a Pittsburgh steelers fan so I don't even know off the top of my head the new name of the town. Ya I said town, not team but if bleeding heart liberal millennial monsters have their way and continue their on-going vendetta ride, soon or later it won't be a typo. It will be real. Should have left the stereotypical history alone....😢
I'm originally from South Louisiana. The African American churches used to stain their pews with sweet potatoes. The benches in the churches in St Francesville, La are still to this day deeply stained with years of aging of the sweet potatoe stain color.
That’s interesting, and Appalachians also used potatoes for the same purpose. You can see an example of this technique in my video “island view school” where they used potato ashes to make the chalkboard in the school
Appreciate the story, and I get the pc language, but back then, "African Americans" were called Negroes, and were either free people of color, or people Indigenous to the land. Thanks for sharing this rich history.
I love hearing about the history of here in Tennessee.. so glad I found your channel!😊
Glad to have you here my friend
God bless them all and their families. 🙏
Amen!
Thanks for the video,,I grew up in Rutledge,and passed this church a million times,but never knew the story and history of the church,an amazing story,
Indeed . Lots of history there
What a precious piece of history 🙏🏻🕊✝️❤️
Thank you ma’am
Great story my friend. Great history.
Thank you my friend
Thanks for creating and posting the vid.
Thanks for watching this one, its a hidden gem on the channel
@@TheAppalachianStoryteller I identify as a Hillwilliam. The stories of our history can often be misleading. Likely due to commerce. It isn't easy to find the truth as it pertains to the region. Lesley Riddle comes to mind... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lesley_Riddle. Then there's Stick McGhee... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stick_McGhee Stick adapted a military piece to become one of the first rock n' roll tunes. That from Kingsport, Tennessee which isn't far from Maces Spring, VA/Poor Valley which was home to the Carter Family that Lesley Riddle scouted songs for... usually uncredited. Riddle is the often overlooked anchor of old time/hillbilly music. Riddle and McGhee were both Black. So thank you for the honesty and the willingness to dig into the facts.
@@samuelwheelock2390 Thank so much for that Samuel.
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I love this channel more with each video I watch. The Southern Black Gospel music stirs something deep inside me. Thanks JD.
Thank you Emily!
I’ve seen this church, but never knew the rich history behind it. Very fascinating, such a delight to hear the history of places I’ve seen and been. Thank you for sharing and have a blessed day!
Thank you :)
Respectfully, we are Native American or American Indian. This keeps from confusing us with those from India.😊😊Love your channel and your stories.
Thanks my friend
I thought all American Indians were from Washington DC ??? I mean, ya, they got mad being all forced to live in one small area so they moved out and forced them to change the name from Redskins to some, whatever name...im a Pittsburgh steelers fan so I don't even know off the top of my head the new name of the town. Ya I said town, not team but if bleeding heart liberal millennial monsters have their way and continue their on-going vendetta ride, soon or later it won't be a typo. It will be real. Should have left the stereotypical history alone....😢
I just found your channel! What a gem!!!!
Thank you and I love this story. It was a joy and very humbling to document this
You're welcome. My pleasure!
It does bring awareness! Thank you.
Thank you for this video brother ❤
glad you enjoyed this slice of history
Nicely done. Here in McMinn County, we have a similar story that played out at BethSalem.
Cool
Excellent storytelling and history, I've photographed that historical church incredible history.
Thank you Jim, I appreciate your support, it’s a beautiful piece of American history
That was a great story. I'm fascinated with dragons, so thanks!
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Can't thank you enough for history videos that way I can share them.
Share away, appreciate you friend
I would love to learn more about the subject
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I'm originally from South Louisiana. The African American churches used to stain their pews with sweet potatoes. The benches in the churches in St Francesville, La are still to this day deeply stained with years of aging of the sweet potatoe stain color.
That’s interesting, and Appalachians also used potatoes for the same purpose. You can see an example of this technique in my video “island view school” where they used potato ashes to make the chalkboard in the school
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@@flourpower7417 Thank you my friend :)
Fascinating story
Thanks 🙏
Fantastic story... I had no idea! Greatly appreciated ✌😎👍💖
Thank you :)
What a wonderful and educational video. Thank you for sharing this information.
Thank you sir!
Still " archiving". Thanks, JD
Thanks brother, Preciate you
Love the video
Thank you 😊
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Thank you for watching my friend.
Absolutely beautiful 🥰🙌🏼❤️🙏🏼✝️
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Very beautiful church... great history ♥️
Thank you sir!
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Where was the singing in this video from? I'd love to have a copy. Southern/Appalachian Christian historian here.
Thanks my friend for watching
Appreciate the story, and I get the pc language, but back then, "African Americans" were called Negroes, and were either free people of color, or people Indigenous to the land. Thanks for sharing this rich history.
Agreed, I just called them that so UA-cam doesn’t flag the video as hate
Do people still worship there?
I THINK they may have special services there from time to time, by the way the interior looked