Winfield Scott Hancock on July 3 - Gettysburg Battle Walk with Ranger Matt Atkinson

Ranger Matt Atkinson leads a battle walk covering Union General Winfield Scott Hancock's role at Gettysburg, especially on July 3.

Ranger Atkinson and the NPS hold the rights to the notes and lecture.

[andrewc]

Was at Gettysburg exactly 7 months ago, as one of my many pilgrimages to the place. Went to the Visitor Center on the off chance that Matt might be working. He was. And so when the attending Ranger (I think John Hoptak was actually up front at the time) called his office to see if he could come down to "meet a fan from California"...he stopped his work, came down, spent 45 minutes of one-on-one time with me, took pictures, and discussed one of our favorite and mutually agreed upon subjects--which--if you know him--is, of course... CLASSIC ROCK AND ROLL TRIVIA. lol. Matt...#YOU are truly the biggest rock star of them all. Thank you!.

[MGSSAB]

The world needs more people like Ranger Matt. I am addicted to his tours

[georgeherod]

I wish our schools could make history as vibrant as Matt makes it. Our kids would remember it and we would not be in the mess we are

[Wes-drhx]

Love all of Matt’s tours. He’s one of my favorite and I love how he gets the crowd involved

[billbrenneman]

Love to rewatch and still like it great job Matt

[seanbenak]

I went to Gettysburg last summer and had the opportunity to experience two of his programs in person and talk with him for about 15 minutes afterwards. Great guy who really loves sharing his knowledge.

[cwb]

Matt is one of Thee Best Rangers, No Doubt..

[stevestringer]

All the guides are great. But, Matt is the man! I always appreciate the walks and talks where he is the guide.

[infinitejest]

Thanks for sharing one of Matt Atkinson he’s my favorite I think it’s the southern accent he does a superb job always

[JamesBray-qmgr-qw]

Hancock is my favorite Army of the Potomac General. He had SO MANY pivotal roles in battles. He finally had to retire during Grant's Richmond campaign because of ALL the wounds he had received throughout the war. He did so many things to deserve the Congressional Medal of Honor ! What he did at the Battle of Williamsburg, leading his men in the Battle for the Cornfield in Antietam, charging the heights at Fredericksburg, what he did at Gettysburg, also played key role in saving Grant's Army at the Battle of the Wilderness! On and ON! No General in the Army of the Potomac demonstrated any where NEAR his bravery, leadership and gallantry! All combined, General Hancock should be awarded the MOH !

[texasjoe]

Many Thanks to Ranger Atkinson & NPS for getting me through Gettysburg during the pandemic. I’ve watched them all, and it surely is the next best thing.

[jonrettich]

Not only does Hancock make the final recommendation but Meade confirms it which should end any speculation about Gettysburg and Meade’s decision. Meade is my great hero. Meade, Hancock, Reynolds, Humphreys and others were all Pennsylvanians of significant rank serving at Gettysburg. As always thank you for a fine presentation

[Vort]

There is something really cool about Matt a pure Southerner with accent giving these tours. Matt truly beings the battles to life. I'm so glad the Union held and Matt is apart of the United States of America. I've made it a point to see all of his tours and lectures here on youtube.

[melodymakermark]

Matt does such a wonderful job, right there. I hope to get a guided tour from him some day, right there.

[dannyrampey]

Just completed my first tour of Gettysburg. Never been on one of Matts walking tours, but as i watch them on pod cast and youtube feel as though im in each explanation of each battle !
Thanks Matt.

[sleeperawake]

My favorite ranger by far. Glad another tour appeared

[jpkjpk]

very enjoyable and informative. Matt is a very good tour guide.

[frankmummolo]

Learned so much about this under appreciated hero thank to you, sir! Today’s youth could take character lessons from this guy!

[michaellittler]

Really love watching Matt's tours. Hope to see him conduct a tour in person one day.

[terryeustice]

Thank you Mr. Smith. Going to be great!