WAR REMAINS at the National WWI Museum | History Underground Episode 217
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- Опубликовано: 4 июн 2022
- For anyone who is interested in history, The National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri is a must see. This is the only museum in the world that fully interprets The Great War from a global perspective. Adding to this amazing place is a VR experience like no other called "War Remains", which takes you into the trenches of WWI and is narrated by history podcaster Dan Carlin of Hardcore History. Be sure to watch this one in it's entirety but when you get to the end, know that we've only scratched the surface of this amazing place. Learn more about The National WWI Museum and Memorial here: www.theworldwar.org
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Pretty sure I subbed half way through the first video I watched. You rock dude, some of the best produced and most honest history content on this platform!
You could mention it's in KCMO at the beginning or EVER!
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My great grandad fought in France in WW1. He served in Company M, 107th Regt, 27th Division US Army. I have is complete uniform, medals and photos.
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When my aunt died we inherited a lot of her old stuff and among the old photos and furniture in the attic I found a little box that contained a watch. The note accompanying it said it was worn by my great grandfather during WW1 - He served in the British Army and was wounded in the Somme in 1916. We worked out that he was just past his 18th birthday when he was wounded. He was shipped back home to Ireland and died in 1945 from blood poisoning aged 47. I still have that watch.
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Do you know what battalion he fought in? Where was he from in Ireland
@@elainebarry4990 : Unfortunately no. I don't know anything about his military service other than what was on the note. I do know that he was from Dublin as some of his family are buried very close to him in the old Bluebell cemetery there. I can only assume that if he and his family were from another part of the country they would have been buried there. I wish I knew more.
We visited on November 11, 2018 for the 100th anniversary of the Armistice in honor of my grandfather who was in the 332nd Infantry Regiment, the only US fighting force sent to northern Italy. He was part of the Battle of Vittorio Veneto that was fought from 24 October to 3 November 1918.
I hope he's resting in peace if you weren't for him a lot of us would not be here
@@greendragon4058 There would be more if they had turned up earlier
WW1 flying Ace Captain James McCudden is from my home town, there is a street named after him, McCudden Row and recently they added a memorial stone for the 100 years 🇬🇧
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I've been through this museum back in the '80s. It was only the 2 buildings and the basement was storage. They had a mock-up of a trench and it was very realistic. My Grandpa was in the 32nd Division, 107th Engineers Co D. He built the 1st wooden fence around Quentin Roosevelt's grave. I have a piece of that plane that my grandpa turned into a 'Crush-proof' for his matches. I also have his leggings, overseas hat, gas mask, safety razor (never used), many, many postcards, German photos of Hindenburg, Ludendorff, Kiser Bill that he took off German prisoners, and his helmet. All great treasures to me. Grandpa died when I was 10 years old. Just the other day I pulled out his war stuff, as I often do, and remembered the stories he would tell me. How I wish now that I am 69 I could talk to him.
Thanks for this video!
My grandfather a Canadian WWI veteran, requested that poem to be read at his funeral. He told us all the time that his brother died in Flanders Field. But I can't verify that. This was amazing thank you for doing this video.
Wow. That is amazing. Thanks.
I know you post about people giving you crap about this channel.... I have to say, this is the best history channel on You-tube, hands-down. Thank you for all you do !
Thanks. I really do appreciate that.
Thank you..
People are giving him crap? What?!
God Bless my grandfather pfc. Will Albert Gribble who worked in the medical department and was from Tennessee who enlisted in 1917 and passed away in 1962.Whenever possible I visit his final resting place in Arlington National Cemetery.God Bless all those that died or survived the War to End All Wars.
My great uncle Mech. Ferdinand Williams 30, died September 2 1918 and is buried at the Flanders Field American Cemetery and Memorial. His brother Charles was a wagoner , survived the war, and is buried in Pinelawn National cemetery on Long Island , New York.
Thank you for sharing this with us. While I know the history,seeing the artifacts really brought it home.
As a KC native, I love that you visited the memorial. It’s so beautiful.
The way in which you create, edit and produce your content is so simply...human. I look forward to everything you share with us. I feel connected to the history in which you share on a very personal level, and even though I've never met you, you feel like a good friend who we can all connect with. I share your passion for history and your videos are always a calm way to wrap up an often hectic, stressful and chaotic day.
Thank you! So glad that the content on the channel has connected. 🙂
You mention that you are always learning something new. What is so remarkable and uniquely wonderful is that you are always sharing those new things with those of us who are so fascinated by your channel. Cannot thank you enough.
Wow, thank you
That museum looks absolutely brilliant! I’ve grown up with the Canadian war museums, they’re pretty good. THAT museum is one to visit.
Billy Bishop is a Canadian Ace. There is an airport named after him in Toronto, Ontario (it is also called the Island Airport).
This episode was beautifully done. Informative, entertaining, funny. Thank you for everything you do to bring history to us.
JD, why is it you post videos only about extremely incredible and impressive places and experiences? My bucket list is growing with each video. I hope I can get to a fraction of the places on the list, including this museum. Just mind-blowing.
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The “automatic rifle” as it was called at 11:05 is a Chauchat. It was also heavily use by the Americans so there at 8mm lebel and 30-06 variants.
Local boy here and former volunteer at the National World War I museum. A few things about the objects that you mentioned in your video;
-There are 9,000 poppies in No Man's Land under the glass bridge, each one representing 1,000 combat deaths for a total of 9,000,000 dead. And this is only for those killed in combat; not the civilians or those that died during the Spanish Flu epidemic than began in 1918. In Flanders, the poppies were like a wildflower in that region. After a battle died down, the landscape would be blasted clean. But with the niter in the shells that exploded and the dead bodies of soldiers and horses in no man's land, the poppies would spring up out of the ground and often be the first thing that would regrow out of the destroyed landscape.
-The tank is actually not American, but a French FT-17 tank. It got stuck during the 1918 Fall offensives and knocked out by a German 77mm field gun (an example of which is exhibited nearby) to the rear engine compartment, and shrapnel balls were found there during conservation. This was recovered by a US maintenance battalion and dragged to a tank park where parts and tanks could be repaired and repurposed. I can't remember how it came to the US, I think it was part of a private collection at one point, before it was purchased and restored by the museum.
-I have walked by Hindenberg's coat and hat many times and I have never noticed his initials embroidered in the hat. Good eye!
-The upper exhibit halls (one of which where War Remains is set up) were actually the original parts of the museum when it opened in 1926. The lower part where the main museum is now started construction in 1998 and was reopened in 2006 with designations of being the National WWI Museum and a National Historic Landmark. The exhibit halls feature rotating exhibits and also are the resting places of the remains of the Pantheon de la Guerre, a massive cyclorama that was painting during the war by two French painters and their team. It toured the world before it was stored in (I believe) a warehouse in Baltimore as WWII broke out before it could be shipped back to France. It was rediscovered after the war and was bought by an American Restauranteur. It was severely damaged from water and improper storage and he gave it to a local Kansas City painter and muralist to see if it anything could be salvaged from it. The largest parts that were salvageable were put into the exhibit halls (with some patch jobs and additions that were not part of the original composition), and the museum holds other pieces that were damaged but still saved. Sadly, the rest of the roughly 300 yds of painting that so many people put their time and effort into was destroyed.
Well done and hope you had some burnt ends while you were here!
I live just twenty minutes from there and I try to go there every year because it's such an amazing museum. What I found last time was a picture of Harry Truman when he was in the army as an artillery officer. He's with his whole unit and I just like finding out when some presidents were at one time in the military. Doesn't always make for a good president of course, but still
This is a museum for my bucket list. Thank you for sharing.
My grandpa was in WW1, my mom told me he suffered from what we call now PTSD. So terrible what these men went through and even suffered more after the fighting was done.
What's worse is that soldiers who succumbed to PTSD in the trenches/on the field were too often accused of cowardice. The Movie "Paschendale" about one of the Canadian efforts touches the subject. My uncle was an American army combat physician in France 1917/18
Wasn't it called shell shock back then?
Amazing museum. How does this dude not have a million subscribers yet? Always incredible production value, content and narration. One of my favorite channels by far. Thanks and keep it up, sincerely. It is beyond appreciated.
Too ugly for a million. 😅
@@TheHistoryUnderground 😂 In all seriousness though, your hard work is appreciated. Would love to see you and other channels like the American Battlefield Trust just continue to grow in viewership and exposure. The content is very important and the noteriety is merited. Thanks for taking the time to reply JD.
I like the fact they told the entire story from all sides… even before the United States got involved. Artifacts were amazing… thank you
I learned so much in this video! You are a terrific narrator, tour guide & historian! Thank you!
Thanks 🙏🏼
My son and I went to the museum a few years ago but we are both visually impaired (Legally Blind) and so had trouble reading a lot of the information (It also takes us longer - approx 3-4 x to read); so, I really appreciated your descriptions of the different aspects. Your time and efforts are appreciated sir (I read the description but did not see your name mentioned).
Have a good day/night.
Never knew that museum existed what a great experience. I use to have a original uncle Sam poster that use to be in a glass case in the orderly room when I was in the army. They were going to throw it away I asked if I could have it and had it on the wall in my room. I put it in a poster tube when I came back to the states and had it for 40 years. In 2014 I was in the process of moving to Texas and I threw it away, when I got out here I was watching antique roadshow on PBS and they had that dam poster on the show placing a 10,000 value I couldn't believe it, that just made my day. The person who designed it is the reason that makes it valuable life is funny.
As a veteran, WWI has always fascinated me more so than WWII. Trench warfare was absolutely brutal. Then the development of macine guns and air support/ dog fighting- that's when these things were first used on a large scale; but the artillery was something to behold. King of battle.
This is one the few places that you have been to, that I have actually been to myself!
That is an incredible museum, and well worth a trip!!
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Was literally just scrolling RUclips thinking 🤔 " I wonder when history underground is going to post again, I hope it's today!" 🥰
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That looks like a WILD experience! Looking forward to part two! Thanks for this.
I haven’t even finished watching the video and I had to stop to say: You do just beautiful work.
Thank you!
I lived in Kansas City for years and really enjoyed bringing guests to this Museum. Great job on all that you shared. I really liked how you brought to life some of the articles in the exhibition.
Would love to see more WWI stuff if possible… particularly Belleau Wood… the Marine unit I fought with in present day, 2/6 Golf Co. back then “80th company” served and fought well as a whole regiment and think that would be a good topic to visit … thanks again for the great episode and continued solid work
No Commentary Gameplay has a run thru of the war remains exhibit. It will give you chills!
I ment to say keep doing the WW 1 stuff. I love it!
My grandparents were always involved in the VFW Buddy Poppy program so I grew up around it . My grandpa served in the Pacific in WW2 so they practically lived at the local VFW. Lacy Kelly Post #3036. Rest In Peace grandpa you are sorely missed.
That VR tour looks like a heck of an experience
It was wild.
brilliant - love it - and the stories !!
Another amazing video! So well done. You did a great job condensing what could easily be an all day visit into a short time period. I live in KC and try to go a few times a year. I always see something new.
That was AWESOME!! Thank you so much. I love your videos and learning about history.
With much respect I want to commend you, for the emotion that you allow to flow through you, when you visit these places. You often show great excitement that is contagious, when you visit so many of these sites, but it was refreshing to hear that slight wavier in your voice, at 30:14. Rest in Peace, ALL of those who had fought and died in war.
I go to this museum every year and bring someone who hasn’t been. And you pointed out a couple of things that I’ve missed. Thank you.
What an amazing museum. Seems very well done. That immersive experience seemed like a game changer for museums. Great job as always JD.
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My great grandad fought in WW1 from 1915-1919. He was in the King's regiment and was 16 when he went. We have his demobilization paper's and his Identity papers. He was wounded 6th July 1916 and also 19th October 1918. After the war, he was transferred to Army reserve's and would of had to enlist with the Royal West Kent regiment if anything happened. It was amazing to find. He was awarded 3 medals and had 2 wound stripes on his sleeve. Wasn't bad enough to be sent home. Must have seen some horrendous things!
Ohh I am interested in seeing this. I am an amateur Canadian Historian of WW1. All of my family served in WW1 and I have catagorized a great deal of information on those that fought, died and lived from my family. Cheers !!!
Another awesome job JD. Thanks for the info. Always educational.
Another top notch video! Thank you!
Another awesome vlog, they have such an amazing collection, I could spend days and days there.
Fantastic video, You always bring history to life. Can't wait for part 2. Thanks JD, great job!!
Will I ever get to this museum? 50/50. It’s great to know that there is a great memorial to those soldiers. You bring these locations to life like no other. You are getting quite a reputation as a great historian to be able to get behind the scenes. Excellent work!
if a remeber correctly you are a teacher and you a providing history better than any text book, even on a college level. truely incredible.
Amazing museum and amazing stories. Thank you this video, J.D.
Another great video JD. I always look forward to new ones. thanks for all that you do to keep the memories and details alive.
We were there 2 weeks ago. We did war remans and the museum Saturday and it was so awesome we went back on Sunday and did them both again.War Remains was incredible.
I love this place. Born and raised in KC, have lived and travelled all over…this is still my favorite museum, and quite honestly just one of my favorite places to be
That VR experience is a good idea. There's always new ways to teach history. The more interesting history is to learn, the more likely a person is to remember. History is the memory of humanity. It is important for a person to learn their history, and from the history and experiences of others.
Another interesting episode, thanks for posting.
Amazing! Now I need to go see it! Thanks for the great tour!
This tour was incredible. I have visited the museums and WW 1 museums in France but this video tops any experience I have had. Thank you,ni must see this museum!
That remains section...put history to life...that's awesome video
Oh man. It’s indescribable.
I literally spent today watching multiple videos of yours. Your knowledge is on point and you kept me watching. Looking forward to more!
I remember learning all the words to In Flanders fields in grade school, and i still remember it all. Crazy how much better are memory was when we where younger lol
Great video, Great content, now I have to go see this museum!!!! You have said you have only scratched the surface a few times on your museum visits. I went to the Hero's Museum in Fankenmuth Michigan. It has the hero's from all the wars and even Astronauts that are from Michigan. I started to take pictures of all of them and then thought it was overwhelming and wondered how in the world do you JD pick and choose! That is why I always tell you thank you, I learn something new, and now want to look up even more! Love how you put your videos together!
We were just there over Memorial Day weekend. It was an amazing, incredible experience.
Great memorial and museum! I’m glad you’re able to go to a lot of sites!
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Amazing once again! Thnx for the history
So glad you did a video about the WWI Museum. It's one of my favorite museums and I see something new every time I go. Great video, great place. Thanks, JD!
One of my favorites as well.
I'm glad you covered the museum and exhibit. I listened to a podcast back in April that had Dan Carlin on and he talked about the War Remains exhibit, so it's been on my radar. Definitely some place I want to visit.
Oh man. It’s awesome.
I never clicked so fast. Edit: I'm in awe. It touched everything from civilians, soldiers and the higher ups from land sea and air. There's so much I recognized from just bf1 alone. You're so lucky to have see and been there in person!
And I didn’t even show a fraction of what is there!
The Poppy is the national symbol of Remembrance in Canada and other Commonwealth countries .. we wear a poppy on our lapel for the 2 weeks leading up to November 11th to honour those who fought in all wars
This museum is worth the trip, the Hindenburg uniform was unbelievable.
I'm blown away this is amazing place I've heard of it but now I got to go see it . Thanks JD for posting this it's truly amazing.
Fascinating museum, exceptional video as always. Thanks for making it and sharing it with us all
Dang! I live in KC. My family and I absolutely love that museum. I love your channel and would really enjoy the opportunity to meet you if you ever come back to visit the museum again. Hope you had a good trip. God bless.
I actually work at the WW1 museum, i love everyday I spend there. I always learn something new every time I go through
Awesome! Thanks for the work that you’re doing there.
Thank you for posting this, makes me want to take a trip. I have never seen a museum this thorough on just about any topic.
My Mom's Father served in the U.S. Navy during WWI, I'm going to have to visit this museum one day. Thank you for sharing!!!!
Great video and always, a great way to start the morning! And never knew of this museum, thank you putting it on my radar
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Really enjoyed this one. Thanks!
If you're ever in the Washington State area the Fort Lewis Army Museum is an amazing experience with all the vehicles and the local history. Its held within a historic building as well.
Another wonderful museum that you have shown us with your wonderful video work. Thank you.
On some weekends, people come in dressed as different soldiers and show what it was like in the trenches, games and such.
Another great episode love your channel I wish I could go to the places so it's amazing seeing them
Incredible video, thanks for posting it! I will have to visit this museum.
History Underground and Dan Carlin now that a team. Thanks J.D
I went to this museum last summer. It was amazing and so week organized. Very interesting to say the very least. When I wasthere last year, they had a 4d virtual reality experience done by Steven Spielberg. Don't forget to go upin the tower. Amazing view. Absolutely amazing!!! Go to Kansas City, Missouri and see this!! 👀
What an incredible collection of WWI artifacts. For sure putting this museum on my list of places to see.
What an awesome video. You do such a fantastic job if narration and telling what is going on and what you see and show at these museums. Hands down your organization is top notch . Love your channel. You do a great job. Thanks for sharing. God bless Dave blackburn
Great video! I want to go back to see the War Remains. I visited the museum 3 years ago.
Thank you for the content JD, thank you.
Ingredible!! Thank You S0 Much!!👏
Wow brilliant video thank you JD
Thanks for sharing. I especially loved the one trench knife that you focused on as I have mine that I got from my grandfather 40 + years ago. It looks exactly like that one. This is the first time I have ever seen another one like it.
The Imperial War Museum, in London, has a massive gallery dedicated to The Great War.
I keep telling myself I need to go back and see what's changed, over the years.
But this museum has now been added to my "If I ever get States Side, I must visit this place" list!
I’ve been there, 39 years ago when I visited England. Just too much to see in a couple of hours, immersing is an understatement.
Yeah, it's a great museum. Definitely can't do it justice in one day. The Holocaust section is deeply depressing but an essential experience. Leeds Armouries is also fantastic.
@@orbtastic the IWM have 5 locations in the UK: IWM North, in Manchester. Duxford airfield, in Cambridgeshire. HMS Belfast. The Churchill War Rooms and the main IWM in Lambeth.
To do ALL 5 locations would take a week. I'm 39 and I've not done IWM North or the War Rooms lol
@@1RiderPale a LOT has changed since then. I was last there as a 15yr old school kid, 24 years ago and in that time I know they've updated their Galleries and moved stuff about.
@@GlasgowCeltic88 Yeah true. I've never been to the Manchester one, which is my closest but been to the main London one numerous times. I've never been to Bovingdon either but realise that's not IWM.
This is AWESOME!! as usual.
I have one of those recruiting posters. You continue doing great things whether it’s in a museum or on the front lines. You’ve taken me to many places where I can only hope to go.
Good friends of ours just added a brick for her grandfather who served in this war...my 5th time through the museum. I agree with others, I always learn something new. A Kansas City treasure!
Great videos look forward to every video you post
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I live in the same city, but I've only been to the museum twice. However, it's blown me away both times. Definitely recommend it to anyone travelling through the area.
Interesting as heck. So glad you are going through this and sharing. I thank you and looking forward to behind scenes video.
Love that museum.
Great video really enjoyed it thanks
Excellent ... the immersive memory is must do if you can.
Top Notch Job!! You deserve a television show!!