Widow Tapp's Field - The Wilderness Tour | Overland 160
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Published 2024-05-04
Our tour of The Wilderness Battlefield continues at Widow Tapp's Field, where the Texans famously chanted "Lee to the Rear" in May of 1864.
The American Battlefield Trust preserves America’s hallowed battlegrounds and educates the public about what happened there and why it matters. We permanently protect these battlefields for future generations as a lasting and tangible memorial to the brave soldiers who fought in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.
All Comments (21)
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Great job y'all! I've heard the Phennie Tapp stories that you can't tell on YouTube and they are spicey! Also thanks for pointing out the 'Lacy Rock'!. I used to be the President of Friends of Wilderness Battlefield and we ran Elwood for the Park for over 20 years ... anything 'Lacy' is near and dear to me!
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It's almost as if Longstreet liked to make a dramatic entrance!! Seven pines, 2nd Bull Run, Gettysburg, Chickamauga and now The Wilderness. 😊
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OHH MAN the seasons starts!! My favorite time of the year! I can’t wait to see you all out on the battlefields!!
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I love A P. Hill as commander of his Light Division. One of the best in the ANV. Unfortunately higher command didn't suit him. Great job folks!!
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That sky is picture perfect
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Top notch content ans top notch presentation. Kris always is superb
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Sarah is my new favorite historian great job everyone
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A superb collective retelling of the events in the Wilderness in early May 1864. Reminds me a bit of the Ardennes. A disadvantaged army consciously chooses a densely wooded topography in order to negate the larger opponents advantages in numbers and firepower. Didn’t really work out for either the Confederates or the Germans.
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Very enjoyable presentation. Ive been across that ground several times and never gotten a clear understanding of the confusion.
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I had a 3rd great grandpa & a 4th great grandpa(1st day) pass away during this campaign. Both were under Ewell. Grandpa had another son pass during the Atlanta Campaign. All 3 men are said to be lost to the war.
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Excellent Job again Guys! Grts from Belgium 🇧🇪🇺🇸
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Thank you, again, for the wonderful visuals. Seeing the spot where Lee watched the arrival of Longstreet’s troops, meaning, for now, the salvation of the ANV, means a lot.
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Thank you Garry,Dan, Sarah and Kris. A great video. And a good documentary on the Wilderness.
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My first cousin (3 times removed) was a Captain in command of the 4th US Infantry, a West Point Grad. He was mortally wounded @ the Wilderness on May 6th. Although. I learned alot about him I want to know more of where the 4US was positioned and fought that day. Another great video btw. I always learn new things with ABT.
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Every one of these videos you guys put out are pure gold! Keep up the great work!
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Keep up the great work y’all!! I visited the Wilderness with my folks when I was 7 (33 years ago). My dad got me hooked/addicted to CW history and I’ve studied it and eventually taught it ever since. I’m hoping to take my wife and kids to the Wilderness someday as it Ft Sumter, and Gettysburg are the only ‘major’ CW sites they have left to visit. My 4 year old son is ate up with it as well and actually sits and watches these programs better than he does cartoon. His favorite is Chattanooga Campaign and US Grant. Thank you all!!
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Thanks to the entire crew for a great job. I am really excited about getting my CW battle fix today!! I am almost as excited as Gary!! Ed from Lynchburg
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Great video. Was just up there a few months ago. Kris is becoming one of the best on screen. A solid crew the ABT has built. Shoutout to SKB as well.
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Amazing commentary! Thanks
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Great job as always all of you. Last time I was in Chancellorsville it was getting so late in the day I just didn't have time to hit the Wilderness sites, so hope to eventually. If I see you guys in July, I want to hear those "colorful" Phenie Tapp stories Kris! :)
