Mr. Lincoln's Pilgrimage to the Banks of Antietam Creek
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A few nights after September the 22nd, 1862, a band came to serenade the 16th president. Moved by the music and supportive crowd, Abraham Lincoln stepped onto the executive mansion’s balcony and, referring to his recent Emancipation Proclamation, remarked: “I can only trust in God I have made no mistake. It is now for the country and the world to pass judgment on it, and maybe, take action upon it.”
But for the President, first things first: To put teeth into his executive proclamation, he would have to win the war - and that prompted him to leave Washington City and travel to the site of this country’s bloodiest single day. His ostensible purpose? To review the Army of the Potomac. His added incentive: to prod the army’s cautious commander, Major General George B. McClellan, into action. This is the story of the President’s visit to Sharpsburg, Maryland - his pilgrimage to the banks of Antietam Creek.
Narrated by Fred Kiger
Produced by Dan Irving
Published by Third Wheel Media
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Some Characters Mentioned In This Episode:
George B. McClellan
John A. McClernand
Ozias M. Hatch
Ward Hill Lamon
Joseph C. G. Kennedy
John W. Garrett
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In the photo used for the thumbnail:
President Lincoln on battle-field of Antietam, October, 1862 / Alex. Gardner, photographer.
From left to right: Colonel Delos B. Sacket, Captain George Monteith, Lieutenant Colonel Nelson B. Sweitzer, General George W. Morell, Colonel Alexander S. Webb [Chief of Staff, 5th Corps], General George B. McClellan, Scout Adams, Dr. Jonathan Letterman [Army Medical Director], unidentified soldier, President Abraham Lincoln, Colonel Henry J. Hunt, General Fitz-John Porter, Joseph C. G. Kennedy, Colonel Frederick T. Locke, General Andrew A. Humphreys, and Captain George Armstrong Custer.
It was always someone else's fault and not McClellan's
I listen to Threads whilst painting miniatures. The informative narrative is perfect for these sessions of quiet creativity.
It’s amazing how disrespectful McClellan was to Lincoln.
Dont know if I would use amazing, but interesting for sure
McClellan saw Lincoln as a social inferior, and he didn't like him meddling in Army affairs, as Lincoln often made suggestions about military matters. Lincoln had no military background at all, so I get why it would be disliked by someone like McClellan. McClellan ran against him as a Democrat in the 1864 election on the platform of peace with the South.
Yep sounds like today’s politics.
@@kingjoe3rdLittle George was a parade general and lacked fortitude and character as a leader of an army.
A classic example of behaviour of someone aware of their inadequacies and trying to cope by blaming others.
Best part is when McClellan gets to Warrenton VA to be fired
The second picture of that Colonel Williston was really a picture of General Reynolds
Although I like these videos, there's so many little mistakes that it gets a little infuriating.
Another well documented story, regardless of the few mis-matched photos. As you say, the last 5 letters of History are Story and that is exactly what you are telling. You can read all the dates of battles fought from History Books, but there are much more interesting stories behind the scenes. Abraham Lincoln was arguably the most important President in US history, but few rarely go behind the scenes and delve into his character or his personality, you have brought an immortal back to the bare roots, and made him much more interesting as a person, well done sir.
This is truly outstanding history. Well researched, presented, and narrated. It's the story behind the story. You bring a touch of humanity to Lincoln, McClellan, and lesser known people; all pieces to the tapestry of personalities that make the Civil War such a compelling saga. This is how you pass on the legacy of Civil War history to the next generations. You follow in the footsteps of Ed Bearss, Bruce Catton, James McPherson, Eric Foner, Shelby Foote, James "Bud" Robertson, Gary Gallagher and other Civil War icons. I enjoyed this video immensely. Well done and keep up the good work!
I couldn't agree more..he is a phenomenal story teller and orator!
Quick correction. 20:30 That's not Wainwright. That's General John Fulton Reynolds.
Nice detailed analysis of who accompanied Lincoln on that trip - In that famous photo - Custer can be seen off by himself - Sulking by the tent flap . . .
These episodes are amazing!!! I love everyone!!
I absolutely love history, especially American history..I cannot Thank you enough for sharing these stories!
I just want state that I love the style of narration - narrating in a storybook manner/fashion gives the story "life" as it were, and for this you should be commended.
I would be remiss, however, if I did not point out potentially 2 times in which a person's image was actually attributed to a different person, both in the instance of a Colonel Charles S. Wainwright. For example, at the time stamp 18:02, I believe the photo attributed to Col. Wainwright is actually that of Maj. Gen. Fitz-John Porter. Also, at the time stamp 20:29, I am confident that photo instead of being of Col. Wainwright is of the venerated Maj. Gen. John F. Reynolds.
This comment is not meant to be done out of malicious intent towards your work for I think your work is wonderful. In this one instance, it's only to clear up any potential inconsistencies. I humbly thank you.
Absolutely 100%!
Absolutely 100%!
4:48 It's Matthew Broderick!
History and education has never been so easily accessed. Anything you would like to learn is at the fingertips
Thanks!
Most excellent
Superb.
You give an energy to your narration. McClellan was a grand disappointment and dud, but I love the vibe, and anecdotal takes you throw into each history lesson you send us. Thank you!
"Story!"
Magic!.Thankyou
Very well done. Thank you
It is done .
GREAT video.
Yes!!! A new thread.
Another great story from you guys! Thank you
The photo at the 32:50 mark illustrates Lincoln's relationship with McClellan perfectly. Lincoln, on the right, sitting erect, with an almost contemptuous look as he gazes down on "Little Mac", with an emphasis on Little. McClellan, on the right, is slouching, trying to bear the weight of Lincoln's contemptuous gaze. Lincoln is very much the superior and Mac knows it.
That photo speaks unbelievably well to the relationship of the two men, one my favorite photos of the War.
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Its how the military treated Trump, during his 1st term.
I always thought that the soldiers liked him, but the "Brass" didn't. Maybe the next term will be better 🤞🙏
It was the battle of Sharpsburg.Come on get it right
What?
The Battle of Antietam is the correct name of the battle. I've seen that in more history books than I care to shake a stick at.
And the National Park service named the place the Antietam battlefield
If you studied Civil War history at all you would know that the Union named the battlefield for areas that had bodies of water while the Confederates named them after nearby towns.
Except for Gettysburg. That was accepted as the name for both sides. The most epic so.