Wir sind des Geyers schwarzer Haufen [Holy Roman Empire song]

-History:
As described already in the video, the peasants war was a bloody uprising of peasants all throughout the HRE during the 16th century. The protestant reformation is one of the possible catalysts that caused the peasants to rise up in 1525. The name 'Geyer' in 'Wir sind des Geyers schwarzer Haufen' refers to Florian Geyer who with his so called "black company" was leading most of the revolt.
Allthough the song is about the HRE duing the 16th century, it was actually not written during this period. In fact the song was written during the interwar period of Germany as a marching song. The song however has cought lots of attention and has a lot of different versions/reditionts.

-The maps:
It was very hard making a accurate map of the HRE at it's hight. A lot of the areas needed addtional research to be done to determine who or what ruled specfic patches of land. Sometimes I had to make compromises since not every little independent village had a flag or coat of arms to represent itself during the end of the 12th century.
Again, if you have any questions about the map, leave a comment or ping me on discord. I'd be happy to answer them all!

#peasant #HRE #history #map #mapping
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-The record:
Sie Seind Ins Feld Gezogen / Eterna records
Heinrich von Reder / 8 26 584
Performed by: Capella Academica Halensis

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-Disclaimer:
I record shellac records, upload them on youtube and tell a bit of history. I was not the creator of this song.
I do not promote any type of ideology, hate or anything of the sort. This video is made to educate people about history through old music.

[novabrabantia]

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[Lazymotion]

The dedication it takes to make a map of the HRE with all its Kingdoms/States just for a 2 Minute video.

[yopoxikeweapescai]

Bro cooks like a gourmet with every video

[NSJ]

Nice, I like the explanation at the start!

[thierry]

The map changing from the "unified" borders of the HRE to the Kingdoms that formed it when the choir sings, it's almost like the peasants from each region are screaming for their cause. Truly beautiful video, you deserve recognition for it.

[jameloncio]

Incredible work, great video as always!

[martinkoch]

A lot of work was put into making of this video. And it shows!

[Ronta..]

I've heard the song many times but clicked cuz of the cool map, very detailed! 💛🖤💛

[Qiunell]

came from reddit, great work on the maps! Left you a like and sub, deserved! Cheers from Germany

[autistic_kaiser]

This has to be my favorite version of this song.

[Хантуган]

Ставлю лайк за те що ти старався з цією мапою всіх регіонів. Просто браво і повага

[norwayball]

Another nice addition to my collection

[VuurVos]

Such a powerful sounding song with a amazing map of the HRE & the back story with it in the video, amazing!

[RicardoBaptista]

This map made me anxious, I was able to identify some states, or were they countries?
Extremely confusing empire.

[krawczus]

damn this nova brabantia guy sure is cool and stuff I think he deservers a like or sth

[Nsplieu]

How was your sanity after making that map?

[AmungAM]

The 2nd map
Mom why are all our neighbors from different countries

[TL-nskl]

very gut where did you find the song plz ?

[stevenlawrence]

very nice, also what is the country with a blue dragon in the HRE.