Dennis is now one of my favorite Civil War speakers ..my Stottlemyer ancestors came to Indiana from Frederick, Md..they were Dunkards and had a German Lutheran church here for a long time.
I got hooked on the our Civil War when I first watched 'Glory' in the late 90s thanks to my grandparents. Since then I've gotten more interested in U.S. military history as well as U.S. history in general and world history.
My grandfather as well used to talk about Antietam. He knew american history well, and Antietam always seemed to bring out a little more liveliness in him
Antietam is my favorite battlefield that I've been to. I've read a great deal about the battle, and I it still boggles my mind why Lee stayed and fought. Lee knew the campaign was over, and I think he just wanted to inflict mass casualties on the Union army before withdrawing. I think he expected massed frontal attacks across the middle and lower bridges where he could concentrate his artillery to shred divisions at a time. The ground from Bloody Lane south is some of the best ground I've seen at any field I've been to.
Agree with most of your observations however Lee could not go anywhere because he had roughly 60% of his army concentrated in Sharpsburg, with Hill's division attacking Harpers Ferry and the balence defending the three South Mountain Gaps. Sharpsburg was the best place to fight and he chose his spots well. Harpers Ferry
I was raised in a very small Missionary Baptist Church out in the country in Oklahoma in the early 60's. The little church had a his and hers outhouses and a hand pump for water. I was saved during a summer revival on a hot Friday night on August 16th. 1964. The following Sunday morning on August the 18th. I was Baptized in a small farm pond. I was also submerged three times completely under water. Once for the Father, once the Son, and once for the Holy Spirit. Everyone in that church was Baptized that way. The little church had to close its doors due to the condition of the building and not being able to find retired pastors, because we couldn't afford young ones with a family. The doors closed on May 20th. 1973. It was a shame when it was closed because people out driving in the country would stop and come in and sit on the back seat. Many people remarked how it was like living history. There would be at least two horses tied up out front, one old B model John Deere tractor, and a 1946 Chevy four door coupe that the owner bought new. His grandson drove it until he passed away of an illness in 2005 and then I lost track of the car. I bet it's still on the road. Both the church and the way I was raised was like something out of the nineteenth century.
My Great Great Grandfather fought in the Civil War in the 25th Massachusetts, died in 1864 in a train wreck while being transported to a hospital to be treated for Malaria.
Just when I thought you could not elevate yourselves any further Dennis, you bring Tom's dog into the video. More dogs now? Great talk you guys (for the unknowing public I don't know these guys but greatly respect and appreciate what they are doing!).
My Great Great Grandaddy was in the 2nd Virginia infantry (Stonewall Jackson)......I still live about 15 miles from Antietam and Harper's Ferry near Rt.11 which was the Winchester/ Martinsburg Pike, the main road both armies marched up and down battling in the Shenandoah Valley
I came along exactly 99 years to the day my 2nd Great Grandfather fought through the cornfields of Sharpsburg with the 66th OVI. Could have been snuffed out then and there...
I've read Frasanito's book, and I was saddened by how much of the battlefield was in private hands at that time. Very happy that it's being protected.
Love Dennis' personal connection to this battlefield and his passion for this subject!
Dennis is now one of my favorite Civil War speakers ..my Stottlemyer ancestors came to Indiana from Frederick, Md..they were Dunkards and had a German Lutheran church here for a long time.
Hello from Washington County, Oregon. Enjoying your videos. As a long time Civil War buff this content is appreciated!
The highlight of the day so far is the segment with Dennis Frye enlightening us about his faith! Thank you so much!
Gary, I love your passion and knowledge of the Civil war
Love these presentations. Thank you.
I love listening to Dennis Frye! Always has a good story.
Thanks Garry!..Happy New Year..TIM from Tidewater!
Dennis Frye is a great historian, speaker and presenter !
Love the episodes which feature Dennis.
I got hooked on the our Civil War when I first watched 'Glory' in the late 90s thanks to my grandparents. Since then I've gotten more interested in U.S. military history as well as U.S. history in general and world history.
My grandfather as well used to talk about Antietam. He knew american history well, and Antietam always seemed to bring out a little more liveliness in him
Very useful series. Thanks for uploading it.
I worked with the Youth Conservation Corps in the summer of 1983 at ANB, and it is an experience I will treasure for the rest of my life.
Thank you so much for sharing this Anniversary of this battle. Had a gal as a co-worker that mentioned how much she loved the history of this battle!
Very interesting local perspective info on the "Dunkers" from Dennis
All you guys do such a fantastic job!!!!
Antietam is my favorite battlefield that I've been to. I've read a great deal about the battle, and I it still boggles my mind why Lee stayed and fought. Lee knew the campaign was over, and I think he just wanted to inflict mass casualties on the Union army before withdrawing. I think he expected massed frontal attacks across the middle and lower bridges where he could concentrate his artillery to shred divisions at a time. The ground from Bloody Lane south is some of the best ground I've seen at any field I've been to.
Agree with most of your observations however Lee could not go anywhere because he had roughly 60% of his army concentrated in Sharpsburg, with Hill's division attacking Harpers Ferry and the balence defending the three South Mountain Gaps. Sharpsburg was the best place to fight and he chose his spots well.
Harpers Ferry
I was raised in a very small Missionary Baptist Church out in the country in Oklahoma in the early 60's. The little church had a his and hers outhouses and a hand pump for water. I was saved during a summer revival on a hot Friday night on August 16th. 1964. The following Sunday morning on August the 18th. I was Baptized in a small farm pond. I was also submerged three times completely under water. Once for the Father, once the Son, and once for the Holy Spirit. Everyone in that church was Baptized that way. The little church had to close its doors due to the condition of the building and not being able to find retired pastors, because we couldn't afford young ones with a family. The doors closed on May 20th. 1973. It was a shame when it was closed because people out driving in the country would stop and come in and sit on the back seat. Many people remarked how it was like living history. There would be at least two horses tied up out front, one old B model John Deere tractor, and a 1946 Chevy four door coupe that the owner bought new. His grandson drove it until he passed away of an illness in 2005 and then I lost track of the car. I bet it's still on the road. Both the church and the way I was raised was like something out of the nineteenth century.
My great great grandfather was in the 59th OVI Company H. So I appreciate these videos
I didnt know this about Dunners. Knew about the offical name of the Church. Great video keep going.
I love the civil war so much!
My Great Great Grandfather fought in the Civil War in the 25th Massachusetts, died in 1864 in a train wreck while being transported to a hospital to be treated for Malaria.
Just when I thought you could not elevate yourselves any further Dennis, you bring Tom's dog into the video. More dogs now? Great talk you guys (for the unknowing public I don't know these guys but greatly respect and appreciate what they are doing!).
My Great Great Grandaddy was in the 2nd Virginia infantry (Stonewall Jackson)......I still live about 15 miles from Antietam and Harper's Ferry near Rt.11 which was the Winchester/ Martinsburg Pike, the main road both armies marched up and down battling in the Shenandoah Valley
well done.
I had 3 ancestors that fought at Antietam, two Union and one Confederate.
I love taking my dog to a battle field.
Garry with two r's too kudos!
I came along exactly 99 years to the day my 2nd Great Grandfather fought through the cornfields of Sharpsburg with the 66th OVI. Could have been snuffed out then and there...
Your presentation, Bravo Zulu
The Trinity of Maryland and Pennsylvania battlefield guides/lecturers, Dennis Frye, John Hoptak, and Timothy Smith.
Are there any reported hauntings of the Antietam battlefield, since we’re moving into October? 👻
My gr gr grandfather fought with co I 14 th connecticut
I hope you do a video at the Bloody Lane next.
Would you please slow down!!!
Way too much wind noise, shield your microphone from the wind. Some one needs to take Mr Adelmann’s coffee away from him earlier in the day.
So... it's actually Clint Poffenberger?
oh, how about Johnson's cabbage field!