Thank you for sharing all of the history, not just the more palatable parts. I hope support can be found to preserve Alabama's Little Italy for posterity. This is the best hike I've ever taken from my comfy chair sipping my morning coffee!
Thanks for the historical rabbit hole brother! You make my Fridays so much more enjoyable! Have a great weekend. ♥ "In the mid-1880s, the first immigrants arrived in Blocton, Alabama. Some were Slavic, others Polish, but the majority were Italians. Many came from villages in the hills above Bologna, south of Florence, and from the Italian colony on the island of Corsica. Employed as shepherds, farmers, or gardeners in their native land, they had been lured to Alabama by coal-mining company recruiters looking for cheap labor, and later, by letters from relatives and friends who had preceded them to the Bibb County hills. Unable to speak English, these immigrants met with problems communicating. Largely Roman Catholic, they faced religious intolerance from their Protestant neighbors. Strangers in a strange land, they set up their own community in Blocton. It was known as Little Italy." - Rhoda Coleman Ellison
I love when you take us on that kind of adventure. History I would have never known about. It's awesome when you tell us the stories about those places. Thank you for sharing.
The famous Country harmony duo the Louvin Brothers are from N. AL and their accordion player was Italian. Southern Italy was full of mines, especially Sulphur mines, which were very dangerous. Mining coal in the U.S. was actually a step up for them. Great post.
Interesting video. Those rock walls are so well built. My mother's family were Italian immigrants and lived in New Haven Ct. There were many Italians from many of the different principalities of Italy. Each group had their own neighborhood, church, stores, bakery, etc. They each kept to themselves. My mother didn't go to the closest church to where she lived because it wasn't "their" church. When I was a kid, things were not so separated. It was cool because the different neighborhood bakeries would have different kinds of bread and pastries. The pizza was different from neighborhood to neighborhood. We grew up calling them pies not pizza. Even the kind of olives you could get would be different.
The discovery of strange rock structures by treasure hunters at a 140-year-old mining town is intriguing. It could hint at historical significance, geological anomalies, or even archaeological findings. Further investigation by experts would likely shed light on the origins and significance of these structures.
I was wishing I was with y’all until you started talking about how it was hot. I used to love exploring the woods especially when there used to be old houses or barns in the area. Found an old milking barn when I was out hunting with my dad and found old milk bottles. I researched(asked around,no google back then) about the dairy and it turned out to still be running, just in a different county. The dairy still ran by the same family.
Seeing my Mama was born n raised in Alabama n have a big connection to this state. She was born in Wilsonville Ala. moved on to Columbiana where much of the family lived. I’m not familiar of this town you mentioned but I sure was interested in the history of it. I really enjoyed this video n where you n Casey were. I had no idea that the Italian’s migrated to Alabama. Boy, did I learn something good today. I wouldn’t mind seeing more videos like this especially if you give a little history about it. Sure am happy you found a few artifacts. ♥️♥️😊👍👍👍🌟 PS. Truly like the beard. Looks good on ya.
I'm the son of a proud Italian Mason. When you see walls still standing and a lot of them are dry. No cement! It's a dying art. Thank you for sharing. Lou Los Angeles California
Hi Brandon these remind me of when I was a kid where I grew up there was lots of vacant land where we would explore sometimes find dump sites or parts of old buildings my sister found a ceramic ginger ale bottle in a creek I believe she still has it.
My grandmother grew up in that area and I remember her referring to “Little Italy”. I’m fascinated with any info I find out about the place where she grew up.
I feel like so much history is lost soon after it goes out of use because so much that is from just 20 years before because it is old enough to not of use. And so many one industry towns town fade away within couple years after it closes. Like a small town grows up around a mine then dies soon after it closes, taking all those dreams with it.
I would think the stone structures were not for the locomotives. They required a large quantity of water fed from above. I would have probed them. Some sort if cistern or maybe even privy. Vents, possible, but probably not so likely. A probe would be my best suggestion.
Get a metal detector and go around the insides and outsides of each of those walls. Especially at the rear exits. Or in region where you surmise, @might” have been a porch. Betcha you hit pay dirt! Oldest bottles will be 2 to 3 feet down with layer of trash.
Archeology better get on it. I would like to see a 3D model of what this little Italy looked like. It almost looks like something out the lord of the rings. Something very intricately made.
Hey….Ive been wondering…why do some you tubers reveal their identity,and others don’t?….my only guess is that people don’t follow them to there best spots….is that right?
Maybe they have something to hide……. Surprisingly 3 channels this year alone have been exposed as ex criminals and one channel was even drawing disability and hid his identity so he could keep both streams of income. I would think their location doesn’t matter much so it could be much deeper.
Hey guys if you missed last weeks dig it was one of our BEST! Here is the link: czcams.com/video/ZqYXlSUKIcQ/video.htmlsi=FqE4FEi99JEh_YTp
The older I get I have learned to love history
Thank you for sharing all of the history, not just the more palatable parts.
I hope support can be found to preserve Alabama's Little Italy for posterity.
This is the best hike I've ever taken from my comfy chair sipping my morning coffee!
Same here, I love going on a little history tour around Alabama, it’s a lot like where I live here in Australia!🇦🇺
Thanks for the historical rabbit hole brother! You make my Fridays so much more enjoyable! Have a great weekend. ♥
"In the mid-1880s, the first immigrants arrived in Blocton, Alabama. Some were Slavic, others Polish, but the majority were Italians. Many came from villages in the hills above Bologna, south of Florence, and from the Italian colony on the island of Corsica. Employed as shepherds, farmers, or gardeners in their native land, they had been lured to Alabama by coal-mining company recruiters looking for cheap labor, and later, by letters from relatives and friends who had preceded them to the Bibb County hills. Unable to speak English, these immigrants met with problems communicating. Largely Roman Catholic, they faced religious intolerance from their Protestant neighbors. Strangers in a strange land, they set up their own community in Blocton. It was known as Little Italy." - Rhoda Coleman Ellison
I love when you take us on that kind of adventure. History I would have never known about. It's awesome when you tell us the stories about those places. Thank you for sharing.
Gotta say, Brandon, when you say "dad gum it".... just makes me chuckle and grin! Love our old southern talkin! Great walk... keep em coming!
“We’ve never been lost, we didn’t know where we’re at” Best line ever🤣🤣🤣
lol My dad coined this phrase many years ago hahaha!
As always great history lesson. Amazing video.
Brandon I love your channel with all the history you explain to us thank you so much 😊
Really enjoyed today's episode, Brandon! Would love more exploring vids!
What a cool spot!! Love the old stonework in the middle of the woods - we have a ton in CT, and it's so fun to explore.
Thank you Brandon and Casey for the adventure and history lesson !
The famous Country harmony duo the Louvin Brothers are from N. AL and their accordion player was Italian. Southern Italy was full of mines, especially Sulphur mines, which were very dangerous. Mining coal in the U.S. was actually a step up for them. Great post.
Thanks for the history of Italians in Alabama! Italian descent here in N AL. Keep the history comin... very interesting stuff!
I've always had a passion for history! History is everywhere, you just have to look for it. I really enjoyed this video Brandon!
I luv anything about history.. i will watch whatever u post
Awesome history lesson, Brandon. I hope this area can be made into a park.❤
Thank you Brandon and Casey for another amazing video!!!
Interesting video. Those rock walls are so well built. My mother's family were Italian immigrants and lived in New Haven Ct. There were many Italians from many of the different principalities of Italy. Each group had their own neighborhood, church, stores, bakery, etc. They each kept to themselves. My mother didn't go to the closest church to where she lived because it wasn't "their" church. When I was a kid, things were not so separated. It was cool because the different neighborhood bakeries would have different kinds of bread and pastries. The pizza was different from neighborhood to neighborhood. We grew up calling them pies not pizza. Even the kind of olives you could get would be different.
I really enjoy learning the history of places because some of our history isn't taught in schools especially now days !
First walk in woods, that i didn't get tired 😂 love it....🥰🥰
Guys, Awesome area !!!! Lotta strip mining history here, where I live.....😎👊⛏⛏
Nice change of pace video. It shows us another aspect of archaeology. What a great spot to explore!❤❤
Nice place and thanks for sharing this with us.
Love your channel, you are so knowledgeable. Truly enjoy it. Thanks
Thank you for sharing the adventure. I love learning about past history.
Cool hike. Love history.
I would love more like this!
That was a fun adventure. Keep them coming
Nice change of pace…love all your videos
The discovery of strange rock structures by treasure hunters at a 140-year-old mining town is intriguing. It could hint at historical significance, geological anomalies, or even archaeological findings. Further investigation by experts would likely shed light on the origins and significance of these structures.
Love these adventures!
Love seeing all the history its great . I like to see more videos like this Thank u .... 💌😇
Awesome adventure, I love all your videos!!!!
Very cool area! Hopefully the next time I come down to Alabama I can find an area like that
Nice video
It’s part of history….restore it and make it a museum /park …thank you for taking all of us on a virtual tour! I loved it ❤
I like it Brandon. Do it. Good show
Great video. I really hope tye area gets made into a park. Wonderful history and beautiful area.
Very curious site! Just imagine all the people, activity and noise of those long ago years!
Fun time, thanks!
Those stone walls are so cool. Much different topography than Northern Michigan.
I love this video to!!
You need to go on a joint expedition with Glowstick Films and Underground Birmingham on their mine explorations. Would be an interesting trip.
I second the motion!!
We’ve tried they don’t seem interested haha So oh well 😎
@@adventurearchaeology dad gum
I was wishing I was with y’all until you started talking about how it was hot. I used to love exploring the woods especially when there used to be old houses or barns in the area. Found an old milking barn when I was out hunting with my dad and found old milk bottles. I researched(asked around,no google back then) about the dairy and it turned out to still be running, just in a different county. The dairy still ran by the same family.
Yes some woods exploring would be good also maybe like once a week or month.👍✌
Great video Brandon, love the finds from the old mines
Seeing my Mama was born n raised in Alabama n have a big connection to this state. She was born in Wilsonville Ala. moved on to Columbiana where much of the family lived. I’m not familiar of this town you mentioned but I sure was interested in the history of it. I really enjoyed this video n where you n Casey were. I had no idea that the Italian’s migrated to Alabama. Boy, did I learn something good today. I wouldn’t mind seeing more videos like this especially if you give a little history about it.
Sure am happy you found a few artifacts.
♥️♥️😊👍👍👍🌟
PS. Truly like the beard. Looks good on ya.
I like all of your videos. I like learning about history , bottle digging, etc .
Another fun adventure! Thanks for taking us along!
Man, I live that y'all went magnet fishing
I'm the son of a proud Italian Mason. When you see walls still standing and a lot of them are dry. No cement! It's a dying art. Thank you for sharing. Lou Los Angeles California
I love this one and his location was so beautiful and mysterious. I could’ve literally watched you for an hour exploring all that stuff.❤
Hi Brandon these remind me of when I was a kid where I grew up there was lots of vacant land where we would explore sometimes find dump sites or parts of old buildings my sister found a ceramic ginger ale bottle in a creek I believe she still has it.
Great video. That is sure some pretty country.
I love stuff like this ❤😊
My grandmother grew up in that area and I remember her referring to “Little Italy”. I’m fascinated with any info I find out about the place where she grew up.
So full of history,sure would like to see more videos like this!
Hi Brandon, get you one of those electric small hand-held chainsaws. Then you can cut through those trees/sticks like butter. Love the videos!
👍🙏>>>💚~~~ I love exploring thanks for bringing us along....
the adventures are great
Awesome stuff 👏
Loved y'alls adventure.. I can't wait to show it to my grandson ❤❤❤❤❤
That was a very cool video I had no idea ,
What a great place to explore. However, all I could think of was …SNAKES! Be careful out there.
What a cool adventure! Looks like y’all had a great day!
I liked this video, I love seeing old places documented and the history behind them.
Good stuff, great video
Do it!!!🎸🎸🎸
Loved this!
As my friend told me when we were hot air ballooning about 40 years ago, “You can’t be lost, if you don’t care where you are!”
Very true!
Love these exploration videos, Brandon!! They are so fun, exciting, and informative!
Lovely area. Hope if it turns into a park people respect it
That green bottle would make a great glass, or vase.
I feel like so much history is lost soon after it goes out of use because so much that is from just 20 years before because it is old enough to not of use. And so many one industry towns town fade away within couple years after it closes. Like a small town grows up around a mine then dies soon after it closes, taking all those dreams with it.
Brandon it probably was party site back in the 50's , 60's and 70's !
Pretty cool, any content is cool!
Big magnets sounded like big maggots at first lol
Do more. Good video
those cisterns were either for steam powered machinery being used at those spots, or used in case of a fire at those spots most likely.
Those look like fire cisterns. They would put them about and use them for bucket brigades. That or outhouses lol
I would think the stone structures were not for the locomotives. They required a large quantity of water fed from above. I would have probed them. Some sort if cistern or maybe even privy. Vents, possible, but probably not so likely. A probe would be my best suggestion.
It doesn't look like they would hold enough water for a steam engine. Even the small ones used hundreds of gallons of water.
This entire are would be excellent to metal detect. 100% you will find historical artifacts.
The amount of modern trash would make it a nightmare for any detector sadly.
Great episode Brandon. Just curious, what do you do if anything to combat against ticks?
Take a shower as soon as we get home lol
First time watch’n you guys. Cool video!! Want to see more magnet hunting.
Welcome to the channel!
Much❤
Love these historical searches. Do you come across old still sites at all?
We have several past videos with moonshine related sites in them 😎
Thanks. I will go and search for them. We live north of Atlanta and stumble across quite a few of them.,@@adventurearchaeology
What you need is a lidar image of the area . :O)
That water probably was cold as hell
Get a metal detector and go around the insides and outsides of each of those walls. Especially at the rear exits. Or in region where you surmise, @might” have been a porch. Betcha you hit pay dirt! Oldest bottles will be 2 to 3 feet down with layer of trash.
Archeology better get on it. I would like to see a 3D model of what this little Italy looked like. It almost looks like something out the lord of the rings. Something very intricately made.
I own property down there. We found 4 stills when we cleared 😂
intact straight sided coke bottles are worth money.
The round ones will be coke ovens, we have the same things in my town in New Zealand.
or charcoal pits
"We need an intern," Lol! I'd be an intern, I think anyone would, to meet you!
Hey….Ive been wondering…why do some you tubers reveal their identity,and others don’t?….my only guess is that people don’t follow them to there best spots….is that right?
Maybe they have something to hide……. Surprisingly 3 channels this year alone have been exposed as ex criminals and one channel was even drawing disability and hid his identity so he could keep both streams of income. I would think their location doesn’t matter much so it could be much deeper.
Any idea where these Italians moved on to.
Some are still local 😎
Where's your metal detectors.......
Could this land be bought for pleasure or would taxes eat you alive…😊
It’s owned by someone who is starting to reclaim it. Who knows y’all may see us helping turn this area into a park on video 🤷