Buying a historical monument by ACCIDENT!!!
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- čas přidán 9. 12. 2022
- 2 years ago , i thought i was buying just another chateau ruin, it turns out it was much much more
Here’s an English trailer for the movie that was made
• Fanny's Journey / Le V...
Follow the journey of the restoration and renovation of This amazing abandoned château ruin, built by a Russian industrialists and an up and coming Parisian singer, host to hundreds of Jewish children during the holocaust, owned indirectly by coco Chanel and burnt down in the late 1980’s . A long journey tackled by one man , new video every Sunday !
you can find all the music used in the vlogs here -
www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
Instagram: escapetoruralfr...
You can see the movie here (in French)
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Thank you!
Says Not Afailable Dan.
@@tinacarrol6702 I think it is the content licensing, each country has their own rules.I learned this when I traveled with a DVD and tried to play it in an Irish VCR
Set your VPN to France
@@ronaldmcyr156 Thank you. FYI It is in french and does not have CC
Your thoughts on the importance of this site were very moving, Dan. The history of the château as a place of refuge and safety for Jewish children during the war needs to be preserved. Thank you for taking this huge project on! ❤
I am just so sad Annalise will not be part of this project. I notice in the clip you posted of you and the boys on your first visit to the chateau you failed to mention that that was filmed by Annalise and all of her narration was edited out. I hope she will start her own blog so we can follow her steps with the boys as she moves forward on her own.
Learning about a 13 year old girl, leading even younger children to sanctuary at the chateau; is enough to make anyone wax philosophical & get a wee bit soppy.
I am honored to hear this brave youngsters story: it is epic.
I totally agree..🇨🇦😊
With the new google maps you should be able to get the co-ordinates from the mairie and punch it into the new google maps and it will show you both in map and live view format where your boundaries actually are on your phone or ipad…
_I just found the movie on Amazon and the plot says the story is about the children escaping _from_ France _to_ neutral Switzerland.
I found it on Prime Video, Fanny’s Journey.
@@bobhaze5324From occupied France and eventually to unoccupied France, possibly through Switzerland. They may well have had to take the long way to get around the war. 😢
Nothing can STOP an intelligent, talented man or, woman with a DREAM.
Maybe, one day, you could bring the family members of these children together in the chateau! That would be a historic and great moment!
Excellent video, Dan. I really felt for you when you said you had a massive burden in preserving what the chateau really stands for. I understand where you're coming from. But don't put too much pressure on yourself. Don't let this project swallow you up. You are just one man with a family to support. Make sure they come first. Work away at the chateau as you can. I hope I speak on behalf of most people watching your journey. We certainly don't expect you to restore the building in a matter or months. Or even years, to be honest. Enjoy the process. I may be coming off a bit preachy, but I don't mean to sound that way. These are probably things you already know. I just want you to remember you are not alone. You have all of us, your viewers. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for your words. So well written
You said exactly what I wanted to say but more eliquently😁👍
Ditto and thank you for the words I couldn’t express more eloquently. We love you Dan the Man and your family.
@@sandicoppins thank you. 😊
@@ShipCreek 😊
Beautiful Dan! I've been a fan since your first appearance as a rather quiet shy gardener at Le Lande. I was thrilled when you started your own channel giving us all a glimpse into all things Dan. I have celebrated your many accomplishments. Who knew you'd be great at everything?!!! Your humility and self deprecating humor have kept me and my husband cheering you on. I'm a died in the wool Dan Fan!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Same
Ditto
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Me, too ❤️
What a beautiful comment! I feel the same. So hsppy for Dan's incredible accomplishments, faith in himself and the best. Stephanie Jarvis arrogantly tried to diminish him (remember her comments in the car on the way to Venice?) Dan has been patient, replying with his deeds, not words! Earning our great respect. He is tte David cutting off multiple ugly evil heads of Stephanie The Dragon, each head is the worst human vice. She is still trying to use tge false charm and fake it, but people see the Truth. Everyone is on Dan's side as true virtue and humility wins tte hearts! Great to see that. The Good=Dan over the Evil=Nazi supporting Stephanie
Please don’t look at restoring this Chateau as a burden - you are where you are meant to be! It takes a special person to bring this historical home back to life and that’s you Dan.
That was one of the things I loved about living in France during my teens. Everywhere you turned there was a story about its history, and at that time, there were still many survivors of WW2 living about, ... My mother was Belgian, yes, a war bride, and every chance we got we went to visit her family. One time we were driving thru a forested area and I had to go potty. Naturally, we pull over and I went into the woods to find a friendly bush. Returning I found a German helmet, swastika and all, and showed it to my parents, asking if I could keep it. To this day I can not forget the look that crossed my mother's face before she shook her head. ... There are a lot of stories that never got told.
Wow, very interesting, your experience and I guess it's better not to know the details of the trauma your mother (and father) went through. Thank you for sharing.
I remember when I lived in France in the mid 80’s and I was in my 20’s, and meeting similar aged Europeans (I’m from Canada) and realizing how much a part of their psyche WWII still was compared to us late baby boomer North Americans.
I live in Israel.
It's a part of our history.
We hear those stories all the time.
Unfortunately , they are not too many holocaust survivors left so it is crucial to continue telling those stories for the future generations to never forget the horror.Great job ,Dan!
So True!
My grandfather fought in WW II and was in Germany and I have his battalion? book with the pictures. He saw a lot of the horrors in the concentration camps that they liberated and it traumatized him just by what he saw. I can't imagine living it. He has died but it is so important to never forget.
It's sad that so many people are forgetting the very hard won lessons of WW2. Farage and Trump, and others are totally ignorant of what politics of fear and hate end up.
Mankind should never ever forget what happened. History makes us what we are today, but I cannot understand how rest of the world let Holocaust to happen, that sick dark crime against humanity. Not only Jews were innocent victims, but Jehovah's Witnesses, Black Germans, disabled people, communists, and homosexuals. Never again.
It's so important that Dan is bringing that topic now, when we are having the rise of nazis in Ukraine. That is how Hitler came to tge power: because he was allowed to...
I am floored by Bill Graham’s connection to the chateau! As a teen in California I remember the ads for lot of big concerts beginning with the words “Bill Graham presents…” 4:33
I am French and I think what you are doing is just amazing ! We need so many people like you to help keeping those monuments alive ! Big thank you
Profoundly moving, Dan. Rightfully so. Proud of you. The children the Chateau sheltered mattered. The people who risked everything to save them, mattered. Greatly. They have touched our lives in ways seen and unseen. You mentioned Bill Graham, the music producer. He gave us music that defines an era including acts like the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, Paul Butterfield Blues Band, and Janis Joplin. Filled stadiums with the Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. He produced shows with poets Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Alan Ginsberg, and improv group The Committee. Would there have been a "counterculture" without him? Would there be music that has spanned time? And he was just one of the children the chateau sheltered. Perhaps one day you will learn more about the others. Who went on to be a scientist and saved lives? Who went on to build a business. In honoring the history of the chateau and the children it sheltered, you honor the future we exist in. The future they helped create. Thank you.
Beautifully written….
@@christinamadrigal4803 That is very kind, Christina. Thank you.
Dan, your words are what I couldn't write. Nick has worked wonders. Keep it up!!!
Without that Château, maybe, some of us might not even be alive. Are the names of the children listed anywhere?
Dan my love. Yes you have bought a massive monument to hundreds of children who took refuge in your chateau. It’s a memorial to the past. The love and courage within the walls is a blessing in disguise. Honor their memories and the history by bringing back to life this beautiful chateau. Love ya. Take care and stay safe 🍺🌹🎈🌞😇🇺🇸❤️👍🙏🕊🌈
"Refuge" was one of the words you used to describe the chateau. I think that's what you're feeling. You have become a Refuge for the chateau. You are living the spirit of Refuge the chateau had for the Jewish children.
This was the most touching video. I’m Jewish and you touched my heart, Dan. Thank you❤
Amazing stories. While that group of teenagers were fleeing Germany, my teenage father in the occupied Netherlands was fighting with the Dutch Resistance
in 's-Hertogenbosch. I found out many years later he was considered a hero for his covert actions.
Dan, what an inspiration you are to those of us who try to make a difference in this world.! Maybe you can get a group of people together to raise money for the work that needs to happen, or inspire a local historical society to help you put together a plan of action. I predict great things are ahead!
I would seek help from local historical societies and perhaps Jewish Philanthropy groups. In U.S. some places you can get subsidized loans for historical restoration.
@@dds3370 That sounds like a wonderful idea!
If I never watch any other youtube channel, this will be the one I keep. Long journey ahead but worth while for various reasons.
They say old buildings “speak” to their owners. It’s clear that not only has your lovely chateau fallen into the hands it’s meant to be in, but also that it speaks to your heart and soul. ❤💙
Thank you, Dan, for sharing this journey - past, present, and future, with us all. 🥰🌼
When you mentioned Bill Graham, I broke into tears! The man who fostered so many talented artist at Fillmore East and West! Well done as you begin your journey!
Just adding for reference, these music venues were in San Francisco, CA, USA. While I myself was born & raised in San Francisco & being a younger senior of 67 years, the music scene was not a part of my experience; however, my high school graduation took place in the Bill Graham Auditorium in June, 1973. So, both the Fall, 1972 & Spring, 1973 Graduating Classes of LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL, SAN FRANCISCO will be celebrating our 50th GRADUATION ANNIVERSARY next year, 2023‼️🥳🪅
@@virginiacacal7966 I'm 69 and when I was in high school, living in Marin County just across the bridge from S.F., my best friend and I would say we were staying at each others' house and we would go off on an adventure going to Fillmore West and many of the concerts of "Bill Graham Presents:. We saw The Grateful Dead, Big Brother & the Holding Co. with Janis Joplin, Blue Cheer, Quicksilver, Procul Harem, Blind Faith, Dan Hicks & his Hot Licks, and many others that I can't remember. We even saw Creedence Clearwater play during the day at Muir Beach where there used to be a snack bar and they played on the patio outside! Wow, those were the days.....
I forgot to mention that we hitchhiked both ways. Typical "hippie chicks", ha, ha. Usually we would find a ride back across Golden Gate Bridge from people at the Concerts. We also went to concerts at Winterland and Avalon Ballroom, which also had top name bands. In those days, there would be one or two other bands before the "headliner".
Bill Graham was instrumental to the music "scene" on the west coast of Calif. He was instrumental in networking/ raising funds for peace movement, civil rights, rights of Farm workers. First time at Filmore saw Cream, Jefferson Airplane and probably Eric Burdon (Animals) as they played there so often. Little known to me then, just how many groups I'd live there, Zeppelin, Beautiful Day, Janice, on & on....Bill Graham was always on site, was definitely big part of "City by the Bay"....and to think he spent "safe time" in Dan's Chateau...more than WOW.
@@jimalugott6112 That is amazing to think that Bill lived at "Dan's Chateau" for some time. I was like wait a minute, when he first started talking about it! I didn't know anything about Bill's childhood at all. It's too bad he died in that helicopter crash, along with his girlfriend and the pilot. I looked deeper into that crash and it turns out the helicopter hit some kind of tower in Vallejo, CA back in 1991, died at age 60.
The music is so evocative. It’s so sad and fits the atmosphere.…..In the bleak midwinter, many years ago.
Beautiful choice of music Dan. The whole vlog is giving me goosebumps. Love how you cherish and honour the Chateau and.... The kids. Blessings Dan 💞
What's the name of that film please Dan?
I found your channel today and have already watched 11 episodes. As a German who knows what horrors the Nazis were and what they did to the people of Europe, I am particularly glad that the Chateau is being brought back to life. I'm looking forward to the next 100+ episodes.
Bon voyage merci Dan!
I always had a good feeling about you buying this chateau. And you're right. It's a monument. We have to keep the history alive, and this definitely has the most amazing history. Maybe you could dedicate one of the rooms as a mini museum (maybe one of the basement rooms). And put all the photos and stories in there? Well done Dan
Thanx, Dan. Your ambitions for the house are simply baseline expressions of your natural character. :)
🇨🇦 Dan, have you thought of getting a small caravan (not a travel one but a home one) it's an instant build you can set up with the amenities and you crack on with the chateau sooner.🇨🇦
I was thinking, if you build a cabin, you should try to plan it out, so that it can become part of the estate later. I imagine a sort of tiny home, but then built as a gate house, or garden folly, or something else, appropriate for the place. And since it is not going to be immediately beside the main building, it could then later become a gite, or a fun guesthouse?
Or the 'cabin' could become a holiday rental to bring in revenue.
I think, it's a possibility but not the best idea, because Dan would have to think too much about the esthetic of this cabin etc.
It has to be first of all a place to eat, rest and sometimes sleep for himself, or friends or volonteers who come to help him.
@@sabalight2558 Yes, I mentioned it, because I thought that maybe then, he could plan ahead. You could always start out with a sort of basic exterior structure, that could be embellished on, or added to, later. But planning is key, because it could affect placement and the design of the cabin now.
Rasmus! You are so right! The thought should go into the planning, to get the essentials in place but with the thought down the road that it could be embellished for a future use other than a bare living space. Dan is certainly the person who can see down that road. He does this all the time at his original home. And certainly, with this project. The work he has taken on makes my back ache just watching ass I sit by my comfortable fireside! I love that he sees this as a heritage project now. The fact that this place has contributed to the futures of the survivors of such a terrible aspect of WW II. And, as someone earlier has remarked upon …. Remember when we were first introduced to Dan, the occasional gardener at Lalande? He was shy and a bit reluctant to be filmed and look at him NOW! Such a transformation in such a short period of time! Crack on, Dan and a merry, merry Christmas from Canada!
I would love it if any of the children who found refuge in the chateau could visit it now speak to Dan about their memories ❤
Hm... They are all more than 90 years old now (or dead), i think, it's not very possible anymore... Maybe there are stil a few.
@@sabalight2558You'd be surprised. My Dad was a WWII vet, made it thru combat, caught hepatitis from a contaminated Italian well during the war, almost died from appendicitis when I was an infant -- & yet lived to 99.
I bet if a search was made, one or more might be identified. Or one of their children who could relay their memories.
Love that you are re-posting these key, early videos that give the essence of the what and why. Deeply moving. Thanks for undertaking it!
I hope this place will be the refuge YOU need in the years ahead. “Sometimes it's the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination.” Merry Christmas!
"The greatest rock 'n' roll band in the world; the Grateful Dead!" You said it, Bill Graham! Thanks for a real good time!! RIP.
Shades of Grey will always be my song
@@rudestlittlesoundwave642 You mean Touch of Grey. 😂😎 Franklin's Tower for me.
Bill Graham became a huge part of rock history in America. His work in music is iconic. We are all like pebbles dropped into still water, the rings moving out into the world. If Bill had never arrived at your chateau, he probably would have never had his chance to shape a whole genre of music.
We never know the story until we ask, whether of a person, a place, or a time. Thank you for saving this important space that stands for those who chose to do the right thing despite personal risk and save others. It is a monument to their humanity.
Such wise human you are but don't think it as a burden but a joy to enlighten the world how special this home was and will be again Dan !
You’re a good guy Dan. I’m very glad I got to meet you last April when my husband and I stayed at LaLande. You’re as genuine as you seem in your videos.
The opening of the space is very important. This jewel deserves an equally fine setting.
Merry Christmas 🎄 please start vlogging again, your missed!
You are the right person to restore this amazing place to make it a happy place for children. Can't wait to see your progress one day at a time. Each thing you have done so far is making so much improvement well done.
Thank you, Dan, for such a great video. It gave me goosebumps when you talked about the importance the chateau & locals had in saving these kids' lives. It's probably your life's purpose to bring this inspiring building back to life. It couldn't be in better hands. I like how humble it makes you when you talk about it's history.
The emotion you so obviously felt while telling this story is felt by so many of us too, Dan. It is such a privilege to follow you along on this journey you're on to save this old beauty. I hope you hear us cheering you on!
I feel like that is exactly why you are the soul that was called to restore the building. You are already doing so much to help. Just with your Movember charity you showcased the importance of helping others and looking out for each other.
You are a great inspiration. Thank you.
It's in good hands Dan. I'm sure you'll do it justice my friend. Much love to you and your family. Happy Advent!
You brought tears to my eyes Dan you can be as philosophical as you like I can see your heart has been touched by the history of your chateau.
I am so pleased it has fallen into your hands .
So sorry that you stopped doing this video I enjoyed it very much and I will miss you. I do know that life sometimes interferes. I wish you the best of luck
What a lovely melancholy morning. But your sense of purpose, is so attractive and is a call to the likeminded. You are a good and kind man!❤
This journey you are on is fascinating. The music the filming, the history. Thank you so much. I want to read the book and watch the movie. You sir know the true meaning of Christmas ...
What an inspiring story. Thanks for sharing. 🌺
You know Dan, There is a good possibility that you are one of those saved children reincarnated and back to save the chateau that sheltered you so many years ago. Blessings to you.
Oooohhhh what a wonderful thought! The connection from the second he saw the property makes sense.
@@eleniantoniou534 Hm, but thex would have to have died at age 55 or younger, i hope it isn't the case for many of them ...
As I was reading your comment Garnet I got shivers and my eyes filled with tears. To me that"s confirmation that you could be right. How wonderful for Dan.😊
I think you belong to this new home, the kids will love your kids the joy it will bring home. CoCo would be pleased you own it now. Your new life begins.
Yes, you bought a historical monument but more importantly you bought a potential beacon of light for today’s troubled world. Listen to the undefeatable spirit of the château for guidance and lean into it for strength. You are where you are supposed to be, Dan, and you are not alone. What amazing things you and the château will do!
What a great adventure for you. Anything with Nick cutting down trees catches my attention. His extra sense of gravity is amazing. You have found quite the historic piece. Your videos will help preserve these memories. So fortunate this is in your hands. Build cabins for volunteers…..maybe?
Todays flog is incredibly moving and clearly you are very emotional about the chateau and the story of the Jewish children who came to call it home. A truly historical building and I cannot wait to see it brought back to life!
Its a heavy weight to bare Dan, but you can do it as a tribute not only to the people who ran the Chataeu but all the children. Its going to be an amazing journey, but so worth it. Sadly it reminds us that there is a War going on at the moment and children are still suffering. The history must be told as its so important. Well done and thank you. 💕🇦🇺
This project gets more and more interesting, exciting and inspiring with every video. Thank you, Dan.
So True!
Such an amazing adventure…and you have the heart to do justice by this Chateau and honour it’s history and make it complete again. Superb Dan… see ya soon…Dottie x
Thank you for saving this old gal. People need to know of her legacy.
I love that you’re keeping the stories connected with the chateau alive. ❤️🇨🇦
Yes Dan! Let the vibe and spirit of this property touch your purpose and motivation as you toil to bring it back to life. It’s about the journey and all you learn, grow, and embrace in this phase of your life. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Many of us will be touched too! 🥂🖖🏼🤭👏🏼
Such courage those young children had to undertake what must have been a treacherous journey. It's hard to comprehend. Would love to know what the film is called and if it is still available to watch. Looking forward to seeing your cabin in the woods 🙂
Yes, it’s a historical monument. It was also a safe home for the children to thrive. To be loved, during some of the darkest days in their lives. Isn’t that the true meaning of having a home. A safe place to land. The tranquility of driving through those large gates. You bought a chateau Dan. It just has an incredible story with it. Lots of love! I’m proud of you everyday you tackle a challenge! We get lucky to watch it with your videos…thank you! ❤
What an amazing discovery about the children. It is so moving. You are just the right person to restore your chateau.
It's great that you are piecing together the history and importance of the chateau. Having those photos is great.
You are the right person, at the right time, to save this beautiful and poignant monument to the spirit of human kindness. Listening to you share, tears came to my eyes. Thank you for what you are doing.
Dan your passion for this project has infected all of us. That photograph of the children is so touching and the story about their journey amazes me. Good luck and God Bless you Dan.
The chateau has definitely made its mark on you Dan - a lifetime’s mission to restore what looked like a ruin on Day 1 but already through the mist has become something far more dignified. I am pleased you have been able to find stories, photos and documents to share and round up its legacy. Good luck with everything you do. 🍀
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Dan the story you have told today is very moving. This château became a safe haven for children, and you are on a journey of restoring this home for all the right reasons. Warmth and loving care will lead you forward each and every day.
Absolutely inspired by you, your family and the history of your Chateau. Thank you for sharing.
This chateau is a story of the best and worst of humankind. Some very unselfish people gave refuge to children at a dangerous time. And some very selfish people burned it down. Thank you Dan for putting in the hard work to bring it back.
❤️ I love the back story on this chateau, and how you’ve been affected by it. Thank you for sharing the background of the kindertransport with people who may not have been exposed to that history.
As you achieve a huge milestone of 500K and almost all the floors done, I thought it be nice to rewatch the earlier videos that set you on this amazing journey. Congratulations again Dan!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💛🙏🏼💛🥂🍾💪🏼
I have just done exactly the same thing. I discovered Dan’s channel about a year ago and binge watched many, but not all of his chateau videos to catch up. I missed this one then and, like you, now he’s reached 500,000 subscribers I took half an hour to look back and thought this one looked interesting. His comments relating some of the stories of the Jewish refugees were certainly moving. In my view this is one of, if not the, best channels on CZcams. It’s enjoyably addictive 👍❤️
I'm so loving this! I feel like there was almost a calling for you to do this project on so many levels! ❤❤❤⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I´m watching your Videos now for a couple Days and I knew about the Story of the Chateau, but this Video, is so touching that it made me cry.
I´m so thankful for every Children that could saved.
I am German, I am 42 years old, so 2 Generations after the WWII born, but I feel the guilt of the Nazis on my Shoulders.
I know that I am not guilty, but our Generation feels that guilt that the Nazis have done and didnt felt.
I´m so proud of you that you save this Place and bring it back to Life, make it again to a Home.
Dan you soppy ? NAH. You are a good man Daniel. We love you and your chateau. 😊💖
Love the music! Wonderful drone footage, misty miracle!
Whether it’s a chateau or a monument with historical significance, you’re the man that will get it done and done right. What an incredible story about the difficulties crossing the border to safety. Thanks for sharing and I hope you will learn and share more stories about the historic events associated with this chateau/monument 😍😘
What a historical place and I love the stories you tell us about the chateau Dan, you are a very good story teller. The chateau could not be in better hands.
Yes indeed, brings a whole new meaning to “Escape To Rural France”! Sobering.
Thanks Dan.
Touching video. Hope you can reach out to the families of those children , their children's children , let them know you're restoring their so called home and might offer some way of help to restore this magnificent chateau.
Bravo Dan. I recently inherited a treasure trove of WWII history from my uncle, a 442 Infantry Battalion medic. His brother also fought with the 442nd, but was killed in action in Tendola, Italy. I’m now in possession of photos, diaries, letters and souvenirs tell of that period-the fight for LIBERTY. I, too , feel the responsibility of sharing these treasures as a reminder that soldiers gave their lives for our freedom, even when they and their families, American citizens, were held in American concentration camps. May freedom reign!!!💕🇺🇸🇫🇷💕
This chateau is a monument to the safe, warm sanctuary it offered all who needed it. Such contrast to what the children were experiencing at the time. You are enabling this majestic chateau to continue its legacy of welcoming and will be sheltering lovely souls in the future.
Missed this one. How heartwarming. How far you have come. Just lovely!
This is getting more interesting as you go on, particularly the moving history of the building. and your ideas for its future. Wouldn't it be easier though, to just get a caravan and conceal it a bit, to save time? Looking forward to seeing the new chapters in this story.
I love this story Dan. Amazing to know there are so many good people in this world that still care. We are once again, living in a very crazy world and I can see your light at the end of the tunnel for sure. Keep on keeping on my friend.
You were right Dan, so important to save this amazing piece of history. You did a wonderful thing, a lot of hard work ahead of you but what a wonderful memorial for all of those children.
Living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the info on Bill Graham was very interesting. Thanx for that.
Love the jazz piano trio in the background, Dan. More of that is lovely, especially for Christmastime. Loving these videos. Can't wait for your cabin to be ready so you can be on site.
I love it too. Would love to know who’s playing it.
I’m sorry the Christmas tree fell (again.). Your story is of safe harbor for children in times of grave threats, not unlike what we are living through now. Let your restoration and vision shine on! One day a Christmas tree will stand there thanks to you, symbolizing the hopes of all of us. Go Dan! ❤️ to you.
Dan thank you for telling us the history of your beautiful Chateau, I can see your children living in this historical building telling their friends the stories of all the children living there during the war saving them from being killed by the Nazis. Their children & their grandchildren in the future will tell people the story of their grandfather saving this place from ruin. God Bless you as you tackle this tremendous undertaking. Kathy 🇺🇸
Thank you Dan for speaking about the stories of this chateau and especially of the children! It's a really awesome journey you are on and I love that you are bringing us with you!! Wishing you so much success with however this wants to unfold!!
Kinda a sign that your channnel is “escape to rural France” and that is exactly what those children did! There is a reason here! You just haven’t found it yet! Or it found you! 😜🙃🤔
Dan you had me in tears hearing your passion for restoring such an important part of history and the memories of a hateful time in the world when one young girl stepped up and made a difference in the lives of many young children when she herself was a child!! It’s a property that gave hope , refuge and safety to many and deserves to have happiness run through its grounds once again.. it is indeed a passion project and it’s wonderful to see and hear your passion for it! ❤
You are trying to restore a monument that shows the kindness of humanity during the most harsh of times. Bless you!
Dear Dan, I join with others in appreciation of your desire to make the history of your Chateau come alive again. Thank you for your dedication. Hugs💞
Buying something with so much meaning and history is a beautiful thing, watching you bring this chateau back to life will be amazing, you are saving,/bringing back to life a home that was a wonderful memory to so many young children all those years ago, be proud of what you are doing Dan, you are the right person for the job, best wishes
So amazing to see young Dan and today Dan talking about the history of this place and how you’ve found a sense of purpose here. I have no doubt that you, like your friends at LaLande, can help a lot of folks along this restoration journey. Sending love. God bless your generous heart!
This journey is unlike any other. It’s a massive job that you have taken on. The history of the chateau is fascinating, am so happy you are try to preserve it. Love your videos. Do you have anyone collecting & writing down the history?
Nick is amazing. You are doing such a good job - there are older and more famous chateaus, but yours still has an amazing history and legacy. Wonderful that you see that and are working so hard to make sure the house lives on!
I love hearing about the history of the chateau. A grand lady that does need to be a monument to remember the bravery and courage of others in helping each other survive in this world. Prayers and Blessings.
We have all fallen in love with this chateau and the history you have brought to the forefront. Watching you rescue it is such an inspiration.
Belle réflexion Dan, tu n’as pas seulement acheté du patrimoine architectural, tu as aussi acheté un héritage historique chargé de d’une énergie transformatrice pour le bien de l’humanité!
Tu hérites une belle et lourde responsabilité et je ne doute point que tu y seras un excellent intendant!