Sleeping in the HQ of a Union General in Gettysburg | History Traveler Episode 152

Gettysburg is filled with history from one end to the other. Some of that history can be experienced in a very unique way. We're staying at the Battlefield Bed & Breakfast where Gen. Wesley Merritt of the Army of the Potomac set up his headquarters. Not only is this place loaded with history, but the accommodations and the food are out of this world! Enjoy!

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[TheHistoryUnderground]

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[sandramosley]

Beautifully filmed, as always. I love the image you begin with, those birds on the wing.

The old wood floors really make you feel “grounded”. They, for me, forge an instant connection to those who lived there in those times.

[jenniferwagner]

When I was a kid my dad would take us to historical sites. He said we needed to learn something during the summer. Now as an adult I truly appreciate it. My dad grew up in PA so we went there a few times. Thanks for your videos it brings back memories.

[dwightminnich]

Your Gettysburg videos just keep getting more interesting. How incredible a talent you have to take us from a bloody battlefield into a safe place of rest for the night. No doubt we will be planning tomorrows battle in our sleep.

[Wreckdiver]

They need to start putting up JD slept here plaques 😆
You certainly know how to pick nice places to sleep. 👍

[jimmyhorton]

Can’t even imagine how cool it must be to live in a place like that. Obviously a great sense of stewardship from the owners. Love the artifacts being displayed from the property. You are a one man tourism department for Gettysburg, which is great. Not sure about anyone else, but just based on your series of videos, I’ll definitely be making a return trip.

[nigellikestosurf]

You're blessing the world with your videos! God bless you and your family!

[cwb]

I Love That Historical Home, Just Immurced in History, also Love the hard wood floors, Love hearing the Squeek, when you walk on them...

[gregsayre]

you get to the coolest things, I wish I was youtube was a thing when i was about 20years younger and healthier. Not to say I haven't done some awfully cool stuff.

[paulpowell]

In 1963 visiting this site an old man walked around in uniform and claimed it was his dads and he was 2 when the civil war ended. He claimed his dad fought in the civil war and his dad's great GrandFather in the American revolution. He claimed his Great Grandfather held His Dad as a Baby and his dad held him. He shook all of our hands and told us it was a direct connection to the civil war and the American revolution and to never forget it as it was 1 touch and 2 touches from our total history.

[lakotawise]

Nice Place, Really Enjoyed It, That Place Reeks Of History, Thanks For Sharing,

[TheLanise]

Would be so awesome to sleep there where talks happened about such an event in U.S.A history

[lJSMosbyl]

There are many excellent B&B's around Gettysburg. And if your inclined to drive a little, further south to Harper's Ferry.
Even a few historic period farms you can rent the entire out property. It sounds expensive, but for a child friendly option, it's actually a steal.

[lottiedahlin]

Amazing location, your videos are tempting me to go and visit US.... If that breakfast was half as yummy as it looks, you’re a lucky man. Those waffles looked amazing! I also loved the old, wooden floors and the stonework in those buildings. Beautiful to say the least.

[timothyblackburn]

JD, your enthusiasm for history is amazing! You see historical people, places, and artifacts with such wide open eyes!
May we meet someday on some field of battle to gawk in amazement!

[kwd]

Really enjoyed this video. The echos of the past must seem so near when you sleep in a house like that.

[nyy]

I share the same passion for history as you and enjoy watching these videos probably as much as you enjoy making them, thank you!

[ptaylor]

Oh that is a seriously awesome home and museum AND food! I knew the cat was friendly from 20 feet away... don't be so afraid of cats. But what really gets me is this bed and breakfast is dog friendly. I LOVE THESE PEOPLE!

[lockdown]

After seeing that breakfast, I had to get up and find something to eat.

[justindavidson]

General Merritt - “Can you ask them what their internet password is.”