Lifting up James Battles a Civil War Veteran - Restoring Headstones - Preserving History

James Leonard Battles
Born 30 Nov 1822 Erie County, Pennsylvania
Passed 8 Jun 1897 Wright County, Minnesota

It is important to remember and respect our veterans by doing conservation work on their headstones because it honors their service and sacrifice, preserves their historical significance and cultural heritage, provides educational opportunities for current and future generations, and shows that their contributions to our nation are valued. By preserving these headstones, we ensure that their legacy is not forgotten and that future generations can learn from their sacrifices and experiences. It also demonstrates our gratitude and respect for their service to our country.

[DennisThompson-ojlu]

My Father is Cousin to the Brett Battles that posted above. Thank you for your care for grandpa John’s headstone and for sharing the process!

[brettbattles]

That's my 3rd great grandfather! His son John apparently served in the same civil war company as he did. The name James has weaved in and out of the family for a long time. In fact, my 91 year old dad is also James Battles. He was very excited to see this. I don't believe that any of our family knew about this grave before. From all of us, thank you so very much for doing this!

[josephyanok]

This is my (4 greats) grandpa! Somehow the YouTube short found me. Thank you so much for doing this!!!

[deborahbolton]

Thank you so much for saving that headstone. This shows how much you really care and I love the history you tell also God bless.💖🙏🏼✝️🌹🙏🏼

[victoriataylor]

I'm honored to know you through your videos. You are a very respectful, kind person. ❤

[gaijininja]

Personally, if I saw someone doing restoration work in a cemetery as I was in a procession, I would be happy, knowing that people still care long after everyone has passed on or moved on. But I can also appreciate the respect shown to stop and hide the work during a procession.

[AdirondackRuby]

I really love how you include information about these peoples lives. I enjoy that even more than seeing the repairs. The names of his children were so wonderful. Keep up your wonderful work!

[carlbrown]

If I'd been in that funeral procession, I would have been really encouraged to see someone caring for the headstones like you do. Great work.

[Derpy_Crow]

I love this channel. It’s bittersweet.

[josephschmidt]

Awesome work my friend! Salute to the Veteran! Thankyou for your service sir.

[geraldblackburn]

Thank You Sir, for this restoration !

[kathleendaugherty]

I wish more people would show the respect that you showed to that family.

[shaunachristensen]

I love hearing the stories of these people and the life they led. Thank you for doing that and cleaning the stones

[Gretchen-vhxt]

I bet he would be amazed that nearly 100 years later a young man would do this for him. Thank you.

[anitaludovici]

That was so compassionate and kind to stop during a grave side service. We don't find too many men like you in this world. Amazing job.

[carolk]

God bless you for taking into consideration, the families who are there for a funeral. Love your channel! ❤

[GS-xtfu]

He was a hero in my book thank you for that respect. You are as well

[anitaludovici]

Wonderful work as always and such respect for the funeral coming in. You're the best. Wonderful work.

[martihetrick]

Love the way you are doing things for our passed away people

[russell-dijs]

Thank you for your service! Respect will never be old fashioned. uk