The Peach Orchard at Gettysburg - Ranger Matt Atkinson

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  @amybeth5776 · 10 years ago

  I'm amazed how this guy can remember all of that info, all those little details, with no notes or anything! That is incredible! I'm really, really impressed.

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  @jeffkillmeyer1517 · 2 years ago

  Matt is positively one of the best all time commentators on the Civil War. He is fluent and flawless with his delivery and adds a very real intangible human element. Thank you truly

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• DA

  @darinweeks9330 · 11 years ago

  Whatever they pay Matt Atkinson and Gary Cross, it is not enough.  These 2 are modern day Gettysburg legends

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• FI

  @fingtechnology2222 · 10 years ago

  Ranger Matt, your sense of humour is brilliant. History comes to life... Appreciated.

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• QU

  @quietcaravel · 6 months ago

  Park service is worth its weight in gold

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• RI

  @richrodeman · 11 years ago

  I am so glad that I found these NPS videos.  It is refreshing to see these very knowledgeable and passionate rangers describe Gettysburg and the battle that took place in 1863.  Gettysburg National Military Park should be very proud of all of these rangers and their ability to paint the picture as well as they do....  I know that I am.  Keep up the great work GNMP.

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• JA

  @jackhays1194 · 3 years ago

  matt has become something of an internet star. with good reason, his delivery is that of an excellent teacher

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• MB

  @mbaker224 · 8 years ago

  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yulcQakhRAY&amp;t=100">1:40</a> No laughs at Pickett&apos;s Buffet, &quot;Just charge it&quot;???? Comedic GOLD

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• AR

  @Architectureguy · 3 years ago

  Man, Ranger Atkinson makes me want to take a trip up there and hear him tell these live! &nbsp;What a storyteller!

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  @ricklude · 11 years ago

  Some day soon, the wife and I are going to stay near by and explore every inch of this hollowed battlefield, where SO MANY Americans on both sides died for their ideals.<br><br>I do hope Park Ranger Matt Atkinson {that rebel right there :-) }, is still posted to that area, as I would love to meet him and attend one or even all of his field tours.<br><br>He, IMO, is not only a wealth of historical information and little known factual items of interest, but he is a showman as well, who injects humor and tiny diversions into his presentations, which serve to assist in keeping one&apos;s interest.<br>Also, the use of visitors, children AND adults, as visual aids to help in explaining battlefield occurrences while out on the battlefield, is something I have noticed by viewing all the available videos on this Gettysburg NPS YouTube site, is unique only to him and is quite helpful in understanding clearly the actions taken on the field by both federal and rebel forces. This as well helps in holding the interest of his audience.<br><br>This man is worth MORE than his weight in gold in his service to Gettysburg National Military Park, the NPS, and the many visitors to the battlefield&apos;s areas.

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  @williamdarnstaedt3118 · 3 years ago

  I had the pleasure of speaking to Mr.Atkins july 2 2023. Can&apos;t wait till next year.

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  @DanParent · 10 years ago

  Outstanding presentations by Ranger Atkinson. The next best thing to being at the park. Excellent resource! Thank you so much for sharing your passion with the American people.

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