Man unknowingly buys former plantation house where his ancestors were enslaved

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  • @60minutes
    @60minutes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1140

    Go behind the scenes of this 60 Minutes story here: th-cam.com/video/xaQkl1xd6uI/w-d-xo.html

    • @marleneberbick5005
      @marleneberbick5005 2 ปีที่แล้ว +134

      This is an amazing story... The Hand of the Living GOD 🙏

    • @gorettimanikuzwe1361
      @gorettimanikuzwe1361 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      M

    • @karenmcroberts5592
      @karenmcroberts5592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      Truly beautiful the whole story. Thank you for telling us the story of your family. Enjoy!

    • @moonshoes11
      @moonshoes11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      This was the sort of story I needed to hear.
      Peace.

    • @josephpfalzgraf4213
      @josephpfalzgraf4213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't you remember what she said to Trump about that the Democrats didn't spy on him but now we know the truth they did spy on him and Hillary Clinton tried to say that he was involved with Russia we now know that was a lie and they're in court right now convicting these people of trying to destroy our great president and she is one of them and what have she got to say about that lady she's a leftist she's in favor of the democratic party how can you even watch her show after what she's done you ought to be ashamed she's great friends with the Democrats and Joe Biden and she's one of the elite that wanted to destroy our country quit watching this woman show quit watching 60 minutes especially if they have her on there he tried to make our great president out to be a liar and I've heard some horrible things about her I don't know if they're true but I wouldn't doubt it

  • @lindarivera8375
    @lindarivera8375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14462

    I wonder how their ancestors would’ve felt if someone would’ve told them someday your family will own this place. I love this incredible story.

    • @pandarue
      @pandarue 2 ปีที่แล้ว +342

      I imagine it would've been hard to believe, but equally as hard not to feel some semblance of h of hope 💜

    • @nancyjones247
      @nancyjones247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +641

      I have a feeling that one of those ancestors prayed and asked the Lord, "God please let one of my descendents be able to own this place!" God has a way of making all things right!😊

    • @wolfe8421
      @wolfe8421 2 ปีที่แล้ว +274

      I bet they are just looking down on them with beeming pride.

    • @danbuysallhouses
      @danbuysallhouses 2 ปีที่แล้ว +99

      that’s the same thing I said, could you imagine how they might have felt? At that time it was a crazy idea

    • @reekz1568
      @reekz1568 2 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      I’m sure it was said at least once or thought of by someone in his distant family. You know, like just standing there and think one day my family will own something like this.

  • @mariasea6751
    @mariasea6751 ปีที่แล้ว +2229

    He doesn't even realize it but he is breaking a multitude of generational curses and doing right by his ancestors blessing peace and joy be with this family always.

    • @christianweatherbroadcasting
      @christianweatherbroadcasting 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      Repent and trust in Jesus. He's the only way. We deserve Hell because we've sinned. Lied, lusted stolen, etc. But God sent his son to die on the cross and rise out of the grave. We can receive forgiveness from Jesus. Repent and put your trust in him.
      John 3:16
      Romans 3:23❤😊❤

    • @jerryestrada5586
      @jerryestrada5586 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      No such thing as curses.

    • @Peaceful-v8t
      @Peaceful-v8t 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How?

    • @WhiteHairRules-cu6yr
      @WhiteHairRules-cu6yr 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      It does not work like that lol

    • @catherinepoloynis
      @catherinepoloynis 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Amen

  • @karenfrazier1269
    @karenfrazier1269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2184

    I think about 150 years ago on that plantation, an enslaved person said “I am going to own this place one day, or one of my family will”. And they truly believed it.

    • @johngeoger5446
      @johngeoger5446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hello friend, How are you doing 😌 I hope this year brings happiness, joy ,and peace all over the world, I’m from Key West Florida and you where are you form if I may ask? I’ve been living in Key West for 30years now

    • @sugat9012
      @sugat9012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Absolutely spoke it into existence 💯💯💯

    • @Norwegianization
      @Norwegianization 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      I bet God said when that person was saddened with his life in slavery, " you don't know anything yet. Truly your descendants will inherit the earth"

    • @aprilswales8866
      @aprilswales8866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      💜

    • @santaclaus3077
      @santaclaus3077 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I bet they said they want to get as far away as possible from that house rather than own it

  • @catherinepoloynis
    @catherinepoloynis 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +577

    "I'm gonna fix it." Such a powerful and moving story.

    • @TheLockhartPerspective
      @TheLockhartPerspective 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're right; a "STORY" indeed...

    • @shirlebug
      @shirlebug 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I wish I could see it after they fix the cemetery.

  • @tammyolson1332
    @tammyolson1332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2110

    Can you imagine their ancestors saying one day we're going to own this place? I'm so glad they have found comfort . They have definitely brought happiness to their ancestors souls.

    • @trawlins396
      @trawlins396 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It's BS. We all should have houses!!

    • @wilmabates6967
      @wilmabates6967 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Their ancestors probably owned the property in the first place. We all know that Roots was a made up story to separate indigenous people from their land.

    • @tammyolson1332
      @tammyolson1332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      @@wilmabates6967 what are you talking about? Did you miss that part in history class?

    • @eyeseayew189
      @eyeseayew189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@trawlins396 for free? 🤣 Gtfoh

    • @nv8227
      @nv8227 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      @@eyeseayew189 IMO, absolutely for free. There is ZERO need for money in our world. More are realizing this and the more that happens the better it will get.

  • @mikkaluu8031
    @mikkaluu8031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7560

    It didn’t hit me until the whole family was shown celebrating together in that house… I went straight into tears 😭 . In a place where their family probably didn’t even get the opportunity to go inside unless it was to serve, be violated or beaten to nearly their deaths….. To their descendants living, owning and communing within that same home .. A miracle.

    • @ncubesays
      @ncubesays 2 ปีที่แล้ว +264

      Same!! Started bawling my eyes out at that too. Way too poignant and yet incredibly profound.

    • @samsonian9468
      @samsonian9468 2 ปีที่แล้ว +412

      Somehow, someway, their ancestors planted the right seeds-- seeds of faith and love through their suffering and brokeness; it blessed their family roots, the results being this large family gathering together in joy and unity. So rewarding!

    • @rubytuesday5567
      @rubytuesday5567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +240

      The man needing to hug the tree, and the headstones stones on the land is what shook me.

    • @sirenloud
      @sirenloud 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Me too

    • @ciku-ciku7194
      @ciku-ciku7194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@samsonian9468 well put 👌👌

  • @909sensual
    @909sensual ปีที่แล้ว +1676

    IT’S NOT EVEN MY FAMILY BUT IM SO PROUD THAT YOUR FAMILY GETS A FULL CIRCLE MOMENT- especially with your mom the oldest living matriarch gets to see this moment before she closes her eyes. Thank you Lord! So many tears and prayers by the ppl generations before.
    Then to actually have your relatives bodies on the property- Your family is literally “ whole” . Your ancestors are literally watching over you

    • @BlackberryTitties
      @BlackberryTitties ปีที่แล้ว +42

      It’s my Family. I will be visiting in June. With a bunch of my Family.

    • @emilycannon5192
      @emilycannon5192 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      It’s a take back moment for the family! That’s amazing! If someone could have told the ancestors one day, despite all of this terror, your family will OWN this house & this property, could you imagine the hope they would have? That was all God at that moment reminds me of the Bible verse “Look, I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go. I will bring you back to this land, for I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”
      ‭‭Genesis‬ ‭28‬:‭15‬ ‭CSB‬‬

    • @LifeIsBetterWithLove
      @LifeIsBetterWithLove ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @starrlara2599
      @starrlara2599 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I’m so incredibly happy for this family!

    • @GenesisGarden-l9s
      @GenesisGarden-l9s ปีที่แล้ว

      They would have thanked GOD they were slaves in America instead of Africa! There are black African now that would sell their soul to be in America! I would gladly trade 100 spoiled reparation black Americans for one freedom loving African!

  • @michinaein
    @michinaein 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +230

    As an archaeologist, I would recommend doing a sonar sweep of the cemetery to get a clear understanding of how many graves you have there.

    • @qll8840
      @qll8840 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You paying 🧐

    • @michinaein
      @michinaein 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

      @@qll8840 That's not how archaeology works. You work with organizations that apply for federal grants to pay.

    • @allangibson8494
      @allangibson8494 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Ground penetrating radar beats sonar. Soil conductivity surveys would show disturbances too.

    • @michinaein
      @michinaein 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@allangibson8494 Yes, if you have access to this, absolutely.

    • @MochaQueen5
      @MochaQueen5 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We are the slaves themselves. Ezekiel's dry bones.

  • @LoveAlways1002
    @LoveAlways1002 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1361

    His conversation with the tree
    🙏🏼💕😭💕😭💕😭🙏🏼
    "You were here while my ancestors were here"
    I would've been a bucket of tears being interviewed 😭😭😭😭 This was so sad and triumphant at the same time!!!

    • @ShaiLysk
      @ShaiLysk 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That tree is probably only from 1920 or so.

    • @bitchykins
      @bitchykins 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      @@ShaiLyskWell, Captain Pees-in-the-Punchbowl, it gets its nutrients from the ground and _that_ was there when his ancestors were. So by the transitive property, leave the poor guy alone.

    • @leovhs1
      @leovhs1 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      @@ShaiLysk The average lifespan of an oak tree is 100-300 years, but some species can live for much longer or shorter periods.

    • @RobertoCalifornica
      @RobertoCalifornica 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That tree wasn't there. This is a bunch of BS designed to keep you hating Trumpand wipepo.

    • @cherylcomparato6200
      @cherylcomparato6200 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Right, so true. I loved this story. Amazing what God is still doing for His children ❤️

  • @Lizs.Tallent
    @Lizs.Tallent 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2890

    This made me cry my family is Native American and we can’t find our history. I’m so happy this family found some of there history ❤️

    • @EllBeeCUSoon
      @EllBeeCUSoon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +274

      @Liz many of us Black Americans can’t find ourstory either. It was wiped out by the oppressors.

    • @Lizs.Tallent
      @Lizs.Tallent 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@EllBeeCUSoon 😒

    • @kalkidanhailu8563
      @kalkidanhailu8563 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

      @@EllBeeCUSoon it would have helped if the parents talked

    • @johanconradie2120
      @johanconradie2120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      russ give back ukraine: england give back ireland: canada and usa give back now!!! THE TIME HAS COME TO GIVE BACK NOW!

    • @tinar.a.3542
      @tinar.a.3542 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      My paternal grandmother was supposedly Native American. My dad can barely recall her, she passed when he was 5. His father wasn’t around until he was 12 and didn’t speak of her. But, to try and speak to his older sister (my aunt) about my grandmother, she would give hardly any information. She didn’t want to talk to me too much about her or her family. The conversation always dried up after what names she knew. I can tell you, my dad and his siblings didn’t have social security numbers until they applied for them as adults. My oldest aunt allowed my grandfather “help” her get her social security card. When she received it, she said, “My name isn’t even (I’ll use a fake name) Mariah!, it’s Queenie!!” I realized “Uh, no.. grandpa just did what he always does.. Something he shouldn’t have!!” 🙄🙄

  • @braidsfordayss
    @braidsfordayss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1437

    The fact that lady was alive at the same time as a relative who had been through slavery really put it into perspective how recent slavery is…

    • @lisetteem588
      @lisetteem588 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      slavery still happens.. and it has happened a long time, blacks selling blacks, blacks selling whites, whites selling whites and blacks..

    • @demi3115
      @demi3115 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Recent? Yes, it's pretty recent as it is still happening in the US (Prisons, anyone?) and in other countries in the world.

    • @samjanney645
      @samjanney645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@demi3115 in prisons?

    • @lisetteem588
      @lisetteem588 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@onyxphantom6762 yes, considering in my parents native NL, you get counselling for taking drugs and in the US you get to work for $1 a day..

    • @TrophyCircleTee
      @TrophyCircleTee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Yes it’s in the 13th amendment

  • @DirtyLifeLove
    @DirtyLifeLove 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +102

    220k for a fully furnished house on 10 acres? Damn… a steal

    • @helpme100
      @helpme100 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Was even less in the past

    • @leelur3595
      @leelur3595 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Exactly!!

    • @colbycarter5625
      @colbycarter5625 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It’s because there ain’t much going on Pittslyvania County to justify a high cost. I love closer enough to Pittslyvania county

    • @LisaReisinger-p4w
      @LisaReisinger-p4w 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      I think it has more to do with the fact that it was just meant to be! Almost like it was put in motion from the ancestors themselves.

  • @ejc1692
    @ejc1692 2 ปีที่แล้ว +959

    I appreciate how this news anchor refers to our ancestors as "enslaved people" because they were indeed human beings and not created for slavery. Language matters. Thank you for the respect.

    • @endevant6032
      @endevant6032 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I agree

    • @robsmith9093
      @robsmith9093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Great observation. She did an amazing job on this story.

    • @AKumar528
      @AKumar528 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      True but that's not how white people thought before 20th century. They used both Bible and science to describe the dark skinned as non humans. Seriously

    • @robsmith9093
      @robsmith9093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@AKumar528Thanks for sharing obvious information.

    • @nicholasstarcher3460
      @nicholasstarcher3460 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Language matters? Too bad, the truth doesn't matter. European ancestors without excption didn't capture salves. Slaves were captured and sold by Africans.

  • @MrsLolaLou
    @MrsLolaLou ปีที่แล้ว +556

    What a remarkable story. The crazy thing is, that house was a source of pain for their ancestors a long time ago, now it brings that same family together, but this time…together in joy. ❤️

    • @nikereebokpuma3406
      @nikereebokpuma3406 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A source of pain? Most of the slaves from when slavery was happening like this...The slaves lived better than we do now.

    • @LowEarthOrbitPilot
      @LowEarthOrbitPilot 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

      @@nikereebokpuma3406
      You live in an uninsulated, tiny building with no running water, no electricity, and no indoor plumbing? Do you make your own clothes and have to walk everywhere you need to go? I’ll bet your medical care is far better than theirs was, too. Please, spare us the crap of how they lived better. 🙄

    • @suemalone5394
      @suemalone5394 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      @@nikereebokpuma3406what planet do you live on?

    • @sparkle3000
      @sparkle3000 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      God is good all the time.
      We're next.

    • @sparkle3000
      @sparkle3000 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​​@@nikereebokpuma3406 ? What?! 🤡

  • @kathymiller9329
    @kathymiller9329 2 ปีที่แล้ว +624

    This is the BEST ancestry story ever!!! I cannot express how happy this makes me. I believe your ancestors are there celebrating every time the family is in that house. Full circle, the way it should be.

    • @Crystal__Clear
      @Crystal__Clear 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Totally. They may well have guided him to it

    • @Call_Upon_YAH
      @Call_Upon_YAH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Hey! Did you know God is three in one!? The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit! Bless them!
      Jesus died for our sins, rose from the dead, and gives salvation to everyone who believes in him and follows his commandants!
      Have a blessed day, everyone!! ❤

    • @bobtheblindbedroomguitaris8742
      @bobtheblindbedroomguitaris8742 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Kathy I don't know how old you are or if you remember an amazing story of ancestry called roots it was the best selling book with the international Acclaim it was also a miniseries in the United States with the same. The trouble with that story was that it was later I found to be a hoax who is it Arthur Haley was the author from that mistaken it ended up that the not only was this not a story about his ancestors it wasn't even a true story. I am not making this up and this is not something that you know is a racist propaganda this is just a fact and of course no one would attack him on that he might have even admitted it from that mistake. Come out I don't know four or five years ago or let's go back 6 years and all the I would have believed it because it was coming from 60 minutes but seeing how 60 minutes have got so much wrong over the last 6 years literally spread lies said that they didn't know they were lies but never made any retractions and the basic political climate and the crazy CRT series and wulk ISM I don't believe this at all so as I've heard I've been listening cuz I'm blind to come in after common starting wow this is so amazing what this is amazing well sometimes things that are that amazing need to be looked into an orphan or not that true so I don't feel the need to research this in any great way I'm sure if somebody would dug into the paperwork other than 60 minutes and was able to verify all this I I believe it then but as it stands now I don't believe it I'm not trying to really change your mind but just trying to say sometimes stories of usually great importance are even true I.e roots and maybe this story. And I haven't heard anyone in the comments seem to say that how much better things have gotten it as far as the people of color minorities who have improved their lot. In a million years could I never ever as hard as I work before I went blind as hard as my family works could have ever dreamed of buying a place like that apparently they will blessed with the opportunities to reap and enjoy the American dream doesn't matter what color they are and we're able to purchase such a piece of property. I am one of the I am a person who is ethnicity is the most hatist in the country and no I'm not a Asian no I'm not letting you know and no I'm not black I am Jewish and right now in modern day America 60% of all reported hate crimes are against the Jewish people the Jewish people make up only 3% of the population now if you figure that out that's insane hatred and it's aimed at not the above I mentioned but Jews and yeah where's the outcry where's the support for my people and it's not just in America in in the world today the increase in violent hate crimes against Jews worldwide is that an all-time high it's not just breaking records for the last 20 years or 30 years it's not an all-time high nobody's out there defending me and my people nobody's out there trying to make this known to the country in the world but hey life isn't always fair and life I or none of the people I know who share my ethnicity are standing on the front step of their state local governments or our own government the federal government asking for reparations asking for free housing asking for free education asking for a loans to be cancel or asking for anything else that is not given to us because we feel that we've been of the object of unfinished which we have been. You know when my father was younger he remembered the his family looking for apartments and the signs on the property literally said no dogs no Jews no color so yeah you know anything that we get we get cuz we earned it and that's how it should be across the board you know I don't think any this meant too many people that can say that the whole family's will literally tortured and then executed and experimented on in the numbers that my people have just 80 years ago and it's not a crutch that we use it's a matter of fact that we excel in everything disproportionately which is another reason I think why people hate us it's called jealousy anyway sincerely about the blind bedroom guitarist I wish you health I wish you happiness and I wish you the American dream whatever that dream is to you as long as you're not stepping on anyone else's toes LOL which I do all the time is a blind person sincerely Bob the blind bedroom guitars

    • @bobtheblindbedroomguitaris8742
      @bobtheblindbedroomguitaris8742 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @AncestryDOTcom first of all none of them were enslaved we haven't had slavery like that for what $140 years or so 130 years since it was abolished yep it took time to get everything straightened out that's for sure that wasn't cool but no nobody living today it doesn't matter how many of their ancestors were enslaved orange slaved that's just ridiculous just like in the 30s and 40s and Germany when they wiped out two thirds of my people that that doesn't mean I'm a holocaust survivor with that I'm dead or that I experienced it I mean it was generations ago and slavery in America was even older than that so yeah I don't get it sincerely Bob the blind bedroom guitars

    • @augustcleavitt
      @augustcleavitt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think that the ancestors would be very happy to see their progeny happy and free and owning the property where they can all gather in happiness and unity and enjoy each other’s company and never be driven apart unless they choose to be.

  • @scottstangeland2878
    @scottstangeland2878 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +61

    I am so jealous of their family's love - it is a treasure to see the love they show for each other - and talk about Karma!!!!!!

  • @TheAlchemistDavid
    @TheAlchemistDavid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +857

    “Hugging the tree” gives me chills. I know one of the ancestors touched and probably leaned on the tree for strength & support. 😭

    • @ViktoriousDead
      @ViktoriousDead 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Or they didn’t

    • @maryannrussum1796
      @maryannrussum1796 2 ปีที่แล้ว +76

      I hugged a tree that was 600 yrs old in Mexico. I felt something powerful I can't explain. I'm sure he did too. That tree saw a LOT in its lifetime.

    • @MansSuperPower
      @MansSuperPower 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@maryannrussum1796
      Nice. Thanks for sharing. I know the feeling of how empowering that is. I’ve hugged my old trees to date and I can tell you that the experience has left soemthing with me that I may not be able to put into words. It just feels like I am part of the tree and vice versa or that I am one with it and that we somehow understand each other energetically.

    • @MansSuperPower
      @MansSuperPower 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@ViktoriousDead
      You can be the advocate of that side of the argument. I’ll be on the side that maybe they did. You’re fine.

    • @BerryJam123
      @BerryJam123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So beautiful 🤧

  • @brightbleu
    @brightbleu ปีที่แล้ว +430

    I've never watched a 60 minutes episode more than once except for this one. Truly powerful, there's no doubt the Miller's ancestors were cheering this beautiful family to finally close the circle. Their story deserves to be a documentary, it's so important.

    • @angieg3624
      @angieg3624 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I agree, this should be a documentary. Incredible.

    • @ValerieFlores12
      @ValerieFlores12 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I agree

    • @navidhendrix
      @navidhendrix 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I agree

    • @jumsaesiaw6890
      @jumsaesiaw6890 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      The same, I rarely watch 60 Minutes before, but this story made me even subscribed, I’m an Asian but this story made my eyes swell up, beautiful story but painful at the same time 🙏

    • @abinabraham4732
      @abinabraham4732 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I am an Indian, I also agree that this is important and should be preserved. History should not be forgotten no matter how painful or terrible 😔

  • @cynthiawhite4958
    @cynthiawhite4958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +961

    My family was able to trace our roots back to the plantation in the Columbia, South Carolina area. We were able to visit the site which contained the enslaved cemetery of our ancestors. We gathered on the property and paid homage to those who paved the way for us. It was emotional for us as it is for this family. We captured our family history in a book published in 2019.

    • @sdavismay10
      @sdavismay10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      So happy for you and your family. What a blessing from the Lord

    • @loreneedwards6215
      @loreneedwards6215 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Cynthia where can we find that book?

    • @tonyadotson1221
      @tonyadotson1221 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I want to do this but I don't know where to begin. How did you start?

    • @cynthiawhite4958
      @cynthiawhite4958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@tonyadotson1221 start by talking to or recording the family elders. Much of our history is anecdotally passed down. My family was blessed in that we had a family member who got bitten by the genealogy bug and did 20+ years of research. As an author, I finally agreed we needed to capture and preserve as much of our history as possible. It was daunting but our book was published in 2019.

    • @DandyBeingTandi
      @DandyBeingTandi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@cynthiawhite4958 i would love to read it!

  • @DouglasClay-y7l
    @DouglasClay-y7l 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    What a beautiful family & an amazing story. I’m so happy they found their connection to the past. Love & happiness from Dublin 🇮🇪

  • @nolagirl7082
    @nolagirl7082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +844

    His ancestors would be so proud if they had known one day their descendants would own the property

    • @MrPaxio
      @MrPaxio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      and the master by now has enough capital to retire on mars with elon.

    • @yt.personal.identification
      @yt.personal.identification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@MrPaxio The master's descendants are the neighbours.

    • @prst99
      @prst99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@yt.personal.identification maybe not. The Thompson’s claimed ownership in the 1910s. So the neighbors were not the plantation family.

    • @prst99
      @prst99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrPaxio Hah, knowing how family fortunes usually dwindle to nothing much, the white Miller descendants are probably just normal working folk.

    • @yt.personal.identification
      @yt.personal.identification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@prst99 Good point

  • @SpirituallySpoken722
    @SpirituallySpoken722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +595

    My tears fell when he said that he "hugged the tree." "The tree was there when my ancestors were." My goodness.

    • @nicoleshaundra8677
      @nicoleshaundra8677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Powerful! I got chills. Our ancestors are speaking! They want they stories told

    • @Lahst
      @Lahst 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Absolutely the same.

    • @cs21uncc
      @cs21uncc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is why we need to keep history alive. Certain group of people are trying to erase black history and we can not allow this to happen. As a former history teacher I would not even know how to teach history anymore without being charged as teaching CRT...Race, civil rights, discrimination, ect has been a fundamental part of the history of the US. Like it or not.

    • @deshaydariondavisjackson3328
      @deshaydariondavisjackson3328 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hey the tree is what got me this is the same thing that happen in the movie it was the tree omg omg omg

    • @monkeylegs4033
      @monkeylegs4033 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh me too, it was so very emotional.

  • @bnunya8540
    @bnunya8540 2 ปีที่แล้ว +518

    Fred Miller is a pretty remarkable man. A veteran(thank you for your service Mr. Miller), who buys a large home because he wanted to be able to accommodate his family get-togethers, and, upon discovering said home was a plantation on which his ancestors were enslaved, he becomes determined to restore the property and graves of his ancestors and to open the land to anyone who wishes to learn and gain knowledge from the property’s history. What a wonderful man. Sending love and wishes of everlasting happiness to him and his family ❤️

    • @riadrost7021
      @riadrost7021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wonderful story to tell... Awesome!

    • @nbrown123able
      @nbrown123able 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This defines the word AMAZING!

    • @leonlanier
      @leonlanier ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! Please go to sirwolfdogglanier-french.com to view the trailer!

  • @tinawalker5335
    @tinawalker5335 2 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    The interviewer deserves a lot of credit for being so tasteful, empathetic, and genuine. She asked great questions and seemed truly interested.

    • @redflamearrow7113
      @redflamearrow7113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      She seemed interested because she sincerely was. This was a fascinating story.

    • @JeffCook2u2
      @JeffCook2u2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Excellent

    • @Awdal_State
      @Awdal_State หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Agreed but as I mentioned earlier a black interviewer could have been better in this regard .

  • @nicoleb5773
    @nicoleb5773 ปีที่แล้ว +2381

    The fact that the sister called the house “the scary house”.. it’s a reminder that DNA has memory.

    • @MilkshakeSnake360
      @MilkshakeSnake360 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Absolutely

    • @Realness4sho
      @Realness4sho ปีที่แล้ว +22

      💯💯💯💯✅💜

    • @LisaBrown-wy9hi
      @LisaBrown-wy9hi ปีที่แล้ว +70

      So true! Your words here were beautiful and thought-provoking, and gave me chills.

    • @joanbelmont5450
      @joanbelmont5450 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Yep, literally!!! I thought the same 😳

    • @ktaber317
      @ktaber317 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I have said that many times...

  • @user-lp8on7qm5x
    @user-lp8on7qm5x 2 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    For those of us who don't have a large or close knit family, this story made me feel a part of the Miller family. Thank you so much for sharing your joy and love of family with the rest of the world. "Hug a Tree "

    • @CybershamanX
      @CybershamanX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same here! 😀 You could just feel the love pouring out of every one of them. And such noble STRENGTH, too! 😎💪☮️🌈

    • @laurice8056
      @laurice8056 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CybershamanX yes, “Hug your Family Tree!”🤗💕

    • @CybershamanX
      @CybershamanX 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@laurice8056 🤗

    • @Damngoodchicken_
      @Damngoodchicken_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      contact them. they seem very nice and friendly like they treat their friends like family too. just bring a cake lol

  • @lunabell-black
    @lunabell-black 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    This video made me stream tears almost constantly. It is so powerful.
    Fred, you're very unlikely to ever see this comment, but your ancestors are with you during your family gatherings. I just know this. You are bringing real life and happiness on a land that has suffered unbelievable hardships, and I just know how proud your ancestors are of you and your wonderful family.

  • @92spice18
    @92spice18 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +434

    I can tell Fred and his family are impeccable people with good hearts. I am so happy for their vindication over what was done to their ancestors. I am also grateful for the people along the way that made the purchase possible. Idk if I could be brave enough to stand on the land that my ancestors suffered on. I would probably weep and mourn and never return. I’m in tears just watching this episode. I hope the Miller family keeps this property for ever!

    • @adventure_quester
      @adventure_quester 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We welcome now the millers to come over back to africa and trace their real origin

    • @pattii55
      @pattii55 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      Oh, sad for the past yes, but I see it as a great triumph for the family. What a great story, not exactly revenge, but something like it in conquering the past way. I can't imagine the ancestors being more proud of them.

    • @AprilW-ls6bd
      @AprilW-ls6bd 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Some day the new owner will be a ancestor to another generation. I hope they keep the house in the family for generations to come. It would be nice if a good movie was made about this !

    • @simoneu.nathaus7292
      @simoneu.nathaus7292 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I think they do their ancestors so proud !! 🙏🥳

  • @assfkhhf7514
    @assfkhhf7514 2 ปีที่แล้ว +344

    Hugging the tree was so profound.The ancestors will be rejoicing in heaven to have such a beautiful close family. ♥️

    • @anthonymarquez2035
      @anthonymarquez2035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I myself live on a farm in Cynthiana Kentucky. I have recently learned that my 8 acres that I own was gifted to Samuel McMillan from Patrick Henry, governor of Virginia. A 10,000 acre land grant and I own 8 acres of that. I continue to look to learn the history of my property. I often wonder who played under The old black walnut trees next to my house. My family is enjoying our property and our friends also. Great story 60 minutes! ❤️👍

    • @Mrs.Robinsons
      @Mrs.Robinsons 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We are their heaven. They are around and helping us

    • @DEBSCRAFTINGROOM
      @DEBSCRAFTINGROOM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I want to hug this tree 😢

    • @jynne93able
      @jynne93able 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I cried at that moment!

    • @newsense8
      @newsense8 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, that's when I lost it

  • @MayAllYourStarsAlign
    @MayAllYourStarsAlign 2 ปีที่แล้ว +983

    May their ancestors have peace knowing that their family owns this home now. May they feel so connected to their ancestors too. They deserve that home so much.

    • @jhid7284
      @jhid7284 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope they turned

    • @latyshal.2286
      @latyshal.2286 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Asè 🙏🏾💫

    • @rebeccaspratling2865
      @rebeccaspratling2865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Amen.

    • @bigtimer6074
      @bigtimer6074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      They steered this no doubt

    • @justmeandthethree
      @justmeandthethree 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What if their ancestors wanted their descendents to move to California or New York so they could write and star in a sitcom about a family of cops who share a painful secret? And, what if that secret was that they all suffered from IBS with oily discarge? If that were the case those ancestors would be pretty, pretty disappointed. Discuss.

  • @Imnotlostimexploring
    @Imnotlostimexploring 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    This is truly an amazing story of resilience! The history in that area and the homes on the property are both sad and also amazing. The fact that this family had suffered greatly in past and now shines today in happiness is truly touching!

  • @roclark5246
    @roclark5246 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +331

    Fred you said “I’m gonna fix.” You made me cry. Thanks for buying the house. Thanks to your family!!! I’m Inspired !!

    • @paulinemuthena6545
      @paulinemuthena6545 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😅Omg this was so hard to watch.Glad they were able to find some of their roots through this house.Wow .

    • @catherinepoloynis
      @catherinepoloynis 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That part really got me too.

  • @javabum5584
    @javabum5584 2 ปีที่แล้ว +542

    It’s amazing. I grew up literally a few miles from this house, passed it hundreds of times, and never knew the history. I love the story of this family going from enslaved there to owning it. I don’t think Hollywood could tell a better story (but they should tell this one).

    • @spankbuda7466
      @spankbuda7466 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm going to keep saying this about black females that they are keeping this racism up year after year. Why would this black women be that interested in this "scary house" that the family knew that the owners family were owners of their family that the one homosexual cousin family member works for the plantation owner son? Why didn't this family do this type of research before buying this house? Did the sister only wanted help from the brother to buy that house so that she could live in it? I don't believe not one of these black women were married.

    • @yolandajones3013
      @yolandajones3013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree 💯

    • @nicolejohnson3989
      @nicolejohnson3989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Amen!

    • @kimjackels-barbella5009
      @kimjackels-barbella5009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That would make such a Great movie♥️♥️

    • @TheVoiceInYourHeadd
      @TheVoiceInYourHeadd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Slavery is actually coming back. Very soon actually.

  • @Pinkettification
    @Pinkettification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +979

    The Ancestral healing that has happened for this family is incredible. What an incredible story ❤️

    • @user-be6ec3dc4t
      @user-be6ec3dc4t 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I don’t believe the word healing in this case! and I cant imagine the pain and misery of salves life’s only they know! It is one the most horrific crime against humanity that committed from one humans to the others because of skin color

    • @mariacristinamerlan7278
      @mariacristinamerlan7278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      To what's is from coming whole life goin'on sad

    • @mariacristinamerlan7278
      @mariacristinamerlan7278 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      To what's is from coming whole life goin'on sad

    • @mariacristinamerlan7278
      @mariacristinamerlan7278 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe 😏 a little husle living rules an endepending cool and break more time long work to fun .and barres love story?

    • @cdybft9050
      @cdybft9050 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Slaves in North America were treated better than most people on the planet at that time.

  • @leannebraden8711
    @leannebraden8711 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    For this property to go from slavery to now being a place to come together as a family, to celebrate, is quite amazing, and victorious! I hope this family can rest easy knowing that they can now watch over their ancestral burying ground, and know that “this” is a triumph … something to hold dear to them.
    God bless this family.
    And hopefully everyone that visits, will treat this family and property with the utmost respect.
    Great story!

  • @Lynn11663
    @Lynn11663 2 ปีที่แล้ว +452

    Wonderful and meant to be. Being a Genealogist, this made me cry. Happy and sad at the same time. I lived in Pitt. County for 25 yrs and know the area where the home is located. I myself, have ancestors from Pitt. Co. and some were indeed slaves. It stirs all the emotions when you can put the puzzle together so precisely. Best of luck to the Miller family for the future and your ancestors are very proud of all you have accomplished. Keep them alive for future generations.

    • @michaelrispulo3377
      @michaelrispulo3377 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Well said Amen.

    • @andredupuis5461
      @andredupuis5461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@michaelrispulo3377 I second that Amen 🙏🏿

    • @rwilson7197
      @rwilson7197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Made me cry too. Bittersweet - imagine hugging that tree. 💟💕💟

    • @Babararoot55
      @Babararoot55 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@michaelrispulo3377 💕

  • @thesubzero61
    @thesubzero61 2 ปีที่แล้ว +288

    At the age of 46 I can say this was one of the best stories ever told in my life Congrats to the Miller family. Very emotion

  • @grimhoneybee
    @grimhoneybee 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +253

    “We have to do something about this. And I will. I’m gonna fix it.” had me bawling my eyes out. This is such a bittersweet story. If there is a life after this one, I know his ancestors are so proud of him.

  • @GailGreen-ui1bm
    @GailGreen-ui1bm 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What a beautiful. God bless Fred and his family. My father was a crew chef in the Airforce. We lost him two years ago. So thank you for your service Fred

  • @kathleensmith8365
    @kathleensmith8365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3644

    I love this story. Who better deserves to walk that land than this family? As others have said, the ancestors could not have dreamed this. The memory of all those who worked that land are in good hands now. I hope this house and land stay in the Miller family.

    • @sandrasymonds8210
      @sandrasymonds8210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +121

      Totally in agreement...almost unbelievable if it were'nt for the fact that the incredible union this beautiful family shares today started right where they now are now...I cannot see it any other way...this strong sense of family defied all physical limitations and became a driving force that finally united them spiritually ... it surpassed all boundaries...God Bless this family...

    • @Frenchblue8
      @Frenchblue8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      @@sandrasymonds8210 Amen! Maybe the biggest Amen I have ever said aloud! And it's not even my family, of course, but you cannot help but share their joy in the absolute astonishing wonder of it all!

    • @Myrnateatro
      @Myrnateatro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      For generations to come 😀🌻❤

    • @AngelLuisEspada1970
      @AngelLuisEspada1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      ☺️

    • @francesstoughton8189
      @francesstoughton8189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Absolutely loved this unforgettable story. I pray for this family and future generations to come. May this story be an inspiration for other African Americans to research and document their family history and leave a trail for others to follow. God bless everyone.

  • @buggy4cars
    @buggy4cars 2 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    This was one of the best 60 Minutes pieces my wife and I have ever seen. What a wonderful family you have. God bless you all. Enjoy new family discoveries every day. I look forward to hearing more about your story and the restoration of your property.

    • @silverbackgorilla1425
      @silverbackgorilla1425 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely beautiful and amazing and historic and about family and learning and loving each other. God bless this family always and I'm very happy for this family just amazing

    • @dorothydiver8383
      @dorothydiver8383 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tk

    • @silverbackgorilla1425
      @silverbackgorilla1425 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes..I agree and I'm very happy for the family

  • @andydubula2486
    @andydubula2486 2 ปีที่แล้ว +796

    I'm overwhelmed with emotion. The ancestors wanted to be found.

    • @healer1627
      @healer1627 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Maybe they are the ancestors come back to heal the land ❣️

    • @shirleyadams8977
      @shirleyadams8977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      This is an amazing story, and overwhelming wow I’m so glad they were able to purchase this property, Their ancestors grew up and lived on the property, The Cemetery is what got me no names or engraving wow 🙏🏾🙏🏾Jesus

    • @thereserogers8113
      @thereserogers8113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Yes I believe they were calling them to buy it

    • @jeffplawrentz269
      @jeffplawrentz269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I agree--this was meant to be.

    • @kimmie1957
      @kimmie1957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Omg I’m crying & to know what they endured back then

  • @AtenaCosmo82
    @AtenaCosmo82 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    What a powerful and touching story. I am just tearing down for the Miller family. I hope you bring rest and peace to your ancestors. I’m sure they will watch over your home and protect you. Thank you for sharing your story, and I look forward to learning more about your non-profit and the plans to teach the real history of the US to the newer generations.

  • @diamondthomas7275
    @diamondthomas7275 ปีที่แล้ว +408

    The end has me in tears, this family turned a place of torment and pain into a place for family, a reclaiming of their history. I am beyond touched 💙

    • @jessiemacgregor1357
      @jessiemacgregor1357 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Has there been some details 🤔 there was agony & and torment, or are you just saying there was.

    • @mark46428
      @mark46428 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      i wonder if they are going to plant more tobacco

    • @Forevermy3k
      @Forevermy3k 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      ⁠​⁠@@jessiemacgregor1357- You’re joking right?? A plantation with no torment or agony never existed. They were all filled with pain, torment and agony. Please advise of one “peaceful and happy” plantation where slaves lived….

    • @SaffiyaKhan-gj4wk
      @SaffiyaKhan-gj4wk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What a beautiful house

  • @ripnlips9671
    @ripnlips9671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1044

    I bet you their ancestors never would have thought in any time in this world would their family be able to buy the house they were enslaved on. Such an amazing story. And I really wish the Miller family the best!

    • @thomasbrunn3988
      @thomasbrunn3988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      well stupid is as stupid does

    • @kenj.8897
      @kenj.8897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Pretty cool story , the family did well

    • @karenholt8441
      @karenholt8441 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Ditto! God bless this family.

    • @justmeandthethree
      @justmeandthethree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@karenholt8441 And, Karen, God bless you for bestowing God's blessing upon them.

    • @juditharsenault2131
      @juditharsenault2131 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Of course they saw a good future for their descendants. That's why they didn't talk about slavery.

  • @ezzb
    @ezzb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +426

    I cried when he talk about hugging the tree.. and the rocks on the ground marking the buried bodies, which don't even got names.. like they were nothing..just those rocks, laying there on the exact same spot over a 100 years.. it hit me hard. Finally they will be honored and remembered

    • @evilkidd1876
      @evilkidd1876 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      💯❤️ yeah definitely hit hard.

    • @dancingcloudlew4311
      @dancingcloudlew4311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      You said, the rocks don't have names. I believe they do have names. God's word states, and I'll paraphrase:...I'll make the rocks cry out...God has placed a soul in the Rocks!

    • @heximancer28
      @heximancer28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      When I was a kid in Washington, wandering in the woods found some old graves marked with just a big rock and a wooden cross. It was pretty sad.

    • @lyndayates7533
      @lyndayates7533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Isn't that some thing?! To touch the trees your ancestors touched? Amazing!

    • @Blackdiamond514
      @Blackdiamond514 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      anonymously departed but famously found! So inspiring

  • @nykeiii
    @nykeiii หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    This journalist did a great job. I love this story.

  • @mirika888
    @mirika888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1310

    I don´t know how to express it but this was the most profound thing I ever seen, a family healing through generations, just wow.

    • @georginataylor3802
      @georginataylor3802 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      A great omen to have Ancestry shadow healing and no longer foreshadowing future generations. Just amazing!

    • @Frenchblue8
      @Frenchblue8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Wonderfully expressed, both of you above me here

    • @Call_Upon_YAH
      @Call_Upon_YAH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Hey! Did you know God is three in one!? The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit! Bless them!
      Jesus died for our sins, rose from the dead, and gives salvation to everyone who believes in him and follows his commandants!
      Have a blessed day, everyone!! ❤

    • @MogotsiT01
      @MogotsiT01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@Call_Upon_YAH What does Jesus gotta do with the slaves who suffered here....?

    • @20FreeWill
      @20FreeWill 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Call_Upon_YAH commandments

  • @indigoastrealaluna2808
    @indigoastrealaluna2808 2 ปีที่แล้ว +171

    It was no coincidence that this beautiful family came to own this property, to connect on a soul level, to heal past and present. I could feel the energy of this family and it brought me to tears as they sang in the house, full of pure love. 💫

  • @MJ-bz3fw
    @MJ-bz3fw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +374

    I hope Fred gets his property registered as a historic site like my Cousin did for the Plantation where my family's ancestors were enslaved on. Blessings to him and his family!!

    • @johngeoger5446
      @johngeoger5446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello friend, How are you doing 😌 I hope this year brings happiness, joy ,and peace all over the world, I’m from Key West Florida and you where are you form if I may ask? I’ve been living in Key West for 30years now

    • @candyjamaican
      @candyjamaican 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      YOur cousin? Id love to hear that story too. wow

  • @lizperrella666
    @lizperrella666 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is a beautiful story. Very touching. I loved the comment about how it made her feel like they'd "come full circle". I hope they hold to their committmentvto make it a place of learning and healing.

  • @JoshDisher
    @JoshDisher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +464

    This is one of the greatest American success stories I have ever seen or heard about.
    I can only imagine the chills that family gets when just walking around that farm thinking!

    • @sebastianb.1926
      @sebastianb.1926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      American success story - well said. Couldn't have happened anywhere else.

    • @volunteersatwork7360
      @volunteersatwork7360 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Dear friend I thank you for your words. Keep the message going soon it will be Human instead of color. Peace ✌️✌️

    • @debbieappelhans9055
      @debbieappelhans9055 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@volunteersatwork7360 I don't understand what you're saying about being human soon ???
      they've always been human beings just sad that their masters in the past they were considered livestock's , people can be so cruel back then here we are today 2022 we are all family and one way or another God bless them all that was house meant to be it's faith I believe

    • @melindasaddler559
      @melindasaddler559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      There are many stories like this.
      Just haven't been told...

    • @maryannrozzell4247
      @maryannrozzell4247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@debbieappelhans9055 "back then"?? What happened in Buffalo last week.!! We are not past all the cruelty>

  • @JohnSpeakman-v8w
    @JohnSpeakman-v8w 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +169

    I was first stationed with Fred Miller at Oran AB South Korea, and have worked many years with him at Travis AFB, CA. Awesome to see he is doing well and has bought such a beautiful home. Best of luck, John Speakman

  • @jeremy.thejeweler
    @jeremy.thejeweler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +446

    Imagine going back all those years and telling the people enslaved on that plantation that one day their descendants will own that house and that land. I know we still have a long way to go in this country, but what a beautiful thought, and what a beautiful glimmer of hope.

  • @ploopydiper
    @ploopydiper 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    It’s so amazing that they can bring joy and peace to what was once a place of despair for their ancestors who I know are smiling down on them. Cheers to this happy and complete family ❤️

  • @Noreen_Reynoso22
    @Noreen_Reynoso22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +424

    This is one beautiful story, but that cemetery scene and the “hugging the tree” part just hit me straight in the heart. 😔

    • @Call_Upon_YAH
      @Call_Upon_YAH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Hey! Did you know God is three in one!? The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit! Bless them!
      Jesus died for our sins, rose from the dead, and gives salvation to everyone who believes in him and follows his commandants!
      Have a blessed day, everyone!! ❤

    • @MogotsiT01
      @MogotsiT01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@Call_Upon_YAH What does Jesus gotta do with the slaves who suffered here....?

    • @MogotsiT01
      @MogotsiT01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Seek Him with all your heart and you will find Him Meaning.......?

    • @frantic_mind
      @frantic_mind 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Me too!! When he talked about the tree and hugging it, and they showed a shot of it, I was just in pure awe!

    • @printissgraham4930
      @printissgraham4930 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why us white people did it to them black ⚫and just killed 10 more yesterday

  • @BellTunnel
    @BellTunnel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +605

    It’s so nice to have a story of a black family’s success. We need more of these.

    • @WilliamBTCWallace
      @WilliamBTCWallace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      The new press Secretary for the president is black. Oh and the Vice President of the most powerful country in the world. There you go 👍

    • @otallono
      @otallono 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      LeBron, Michael Jordan, tiger woods, Floyd Mayweather to name a few of *the first ever* billionaires in sports, all black.. or millions of other successful black people, countless actors and athletes, entrepreneurs. Growing up as a kid I remember black people starred in tons of their own tv shows and often were the most successful. No one in America knows what oppression is, it's all a lie and political propaganda to divide us.

    • @otallono
      @otallono 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WilliamBTCWallace the current president is black, serving third term. Unless people really believe Joe, who never knows were he is and is never fully awake, is really running anything.

    • @MrRedneckcrazy
      @MrRedneckcrazy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Ice cube iced tea Barack Obama Al roker Kevin Hart Shaquille O'Neal Michael Jackson Michael Jordan the list goes on plenty of black people have had success.

    • @MrRanch-fc2pe
      @MrRanch-fc2pe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      ….there’s a million.

  • @soloflight75
    @soloflight75 2 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    This story touched my heart as much as it breaks it. I attended Highschool only 13.5 miles from this Plantation. More power to the Miller family and my best wishes.

  • @gogagiju4620
    @gogagiju4620 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    SUCH A SPIRITUAL STORY...

  • @GVbroker2
    @GVbroker2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +285

    I'm a genealogist and I love history. This family is so lucky to be able to touch their ancestors' lives so closely. This brought me to tears.

    • @raynawalker4891
      @raynawalker4891 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I wonder if DNA could still be pulled from the old bones? And give many of us more clues.

    • @Brandon-sk5lq
      @Brandon-sk5lq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Since there are so many genealogical sites out there, what would you say would be the best, to invest in? I'd love to know more about my family! :)

    • @sunshine42dd
      @sunshine42dd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi. Do you work independently? I would love to hire help for my family tree.

    • @goombapizza6335
      @goombapizza6335 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm crying too. It's overwhelming. To be able to reclaim your history, find your ancestors' graves, be able to look up and tell them, "See how we came up? We own the big house now."

    • @bouchecaldwell1360
      @bouchecaldwell1360 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Someone righteous requested long ago that their offspring will OWN said property. It may be the one who purchased it or the sister perhaps. Regardless, Reincarnation is real too😊

  • @charlotte092689
    @charlotte092689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +461

    "I am my ancestors' wildest dream" - to imagine Violet and David dreaming of their family owning that house one day...it really takes your breath away

    • @anyascelticcreations
      @anyascelticcreations 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I wonder if they ever did. If so, I hope they can see their family now. 💖

    • @AlleineDragonfyre
      @AlleineDragonfyre 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      very powerful!

    • @akonoadom
      @akonoadom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Our ancestors think we are a bunch of punks. We definitely aren’t their wildest dreams

    • @nancyhoward7005
      @nancyhoward7005 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly 💯

    • @samanth.
      @samanth. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AlleineDragonfyre how do you know?

  • @newmoonsyzygy
    @newmoonsyzygy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    I can almost hear one of the female ancestors, maybe Violet, saying’ “ That’ll be my house someday.” And being immediately shushed. It didn’t come to her personally , but it’s now owned by her descendants, and I think that’s truly wonderful. It was slow, but it’s still her house. I hope it stays in their family a long time. 🎉🍾😁

    • @SouthFloridaSunshine
      @SouthFloridaSunshine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I basically had a similar thought, you expressed it so beautifully.

    • @kammyr4082
      @kammyr4082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @Hawk of Facts more enslaved were Americans. Mind you slavery lasted 250 yrs. That's like me missing Africa.....being born in America and never stepping foot in Africa.
      How would I miss something I never experienced?
      Please go read a damn BOOK!

    • @maraitetiarahi9327
      @maraitetiarahi9327 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The first people to be brought over as slaves were Taino and from Haiti..not all black people were direct descendants from Africa. There were even black people in “America” before slavery. Many native Americans were indeed - black.

    • @maraitetiarahi9327
      @maraitetiarahi9327 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Maybe y’all should both put down the books that were written by Europeans lol

    • @theCosmicQueen
      @theCosmicQueen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Hawk of Facts The point is that nobody was brought from africa after something like 1810. it became illegal to import slaves. so all slaves born after then were born in the Americas, and most of the ones before that date. In fact, the USA started a colony in Liberia, which was populated by former slaves who wanted to return to africa. They were given ship' s passage to there. But they only operated that return to africa for a few years i think. THAT is how the country of Liberia was founded.

  • @rishlight
    @rishlight 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow, what an amazing story. Broke my heart to see the list of numbers and the stones unmarked where they were buried. Even until they died they were not treated as human beings..
    But I’m happy for Fred’s family to get that full circle moment, their ancestors must be beaming looking down on them ❤

  • @dspirit444
    @dspirit444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +330

    The cemetery piece just broke me...no headstone, just a piece of stone like they were nobody. The ancestors brought them back in redemption. We reclaim our past and acknowledge those that suffered so we could live today. Thank you, thank you, thank you😢

    • @1990758
      @1990758 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      When I watch stories like this it just breaks my heart. Especially when some black people today say when we were slaves you have no idea what it must have been like. Nobody living today was ever asleep not your mother or your grandmother.

    • @noon4545
      @noon4545 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thank god the previous owners knew where it was

    • @aero8750
      @aero8750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah,,,that cemetery part😢😢

    • @nocturnalrecluse1216
      @nocturnalrecluse1216 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      They thought of slaves as property and nothing more.

    • @terreciakennedy3265
      @terreciakennedy3265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not shocking or sad. Just our history in this country. At least they were buried. No head stone doesn't matter as much as long as you know where they are. You can mark it with anything. Some were not buried. They were left for the wind to ravish and the crows to pluck. Think about how sad that was. And still today we like to pretend it wasn't that bad.

  • @greatgolfer23
    @greatgolfer23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    After my wife and I finished wiping our tears she said the most beautiful thing:
    Picture Violet Miller praying from her quarters looking into the windows of the big house asking the Lord that one day her descendants would be looking out the window and enjoying what Nathaniel and his family were.
    Violet, that has now become a reality, blessings to the Millers and their descendants

    • @marlohowell6647
      @marlohowell6647 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      My thought was similar -- what if God promised to Violet that one day her ancestors would own the very place where she and her husband and (at least one) child were enslaved, similar to the promise He made to Abraham?

    • @franciscaallotey912
      @franciscaallotey912 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was thinking same

    • @chaoswitch1974
      @chaoswitch1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      of course, I had her same thought.

    • @marlivanriper2551
      @marlivanriper2551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Goosebumps ❤

    • @miaw.9751
      @miaw.9751 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Profound ❤️‍🔥

  • @kimkerley4218
    @kimkerley4218 2 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    I’m a Tuscarora Indian and I know the feeling of wanting our story told! It all happened right here on our land so much evil was done to us peaceful people!!!

  • @ABW5662
    @ABW5662 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's important to know one's origins. It completes you. Thanks for presenting this lovely story to us.

  • @Plantbliss
    @Plantbliss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    That these people own this home is so very deeply right. It’s enough to make me feel a higher power set pieces into place for this to happen. Many blessings I hope for them. What a great family!

    • @K24-x4t
      @K24-x4t 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Now a days no one really owns their house, they own the house that sits on land that the white man owns, it’s like u own ur car but don’t own the parking space u pay to park it on, correct me if I’m wrong

  • @janicelee9774
    @janicelee9774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +374

    When he said "I'm going to fix it!" Made me cry while he was standing in the cemetery! His ancestors are rejoicing they have been found.

    • @tuknchuk
      @tuknchuk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      The crazy thing is... I’ve heard of so many charities throughout my life... for causes that are even dear to my heart... go fund me campaigns, etc. but, I’ve never had that feeling that if there is some way that I could get involved and help and send them money, I would do it immediately. This story is different... This is truly stirring and worth supporting... they could set up several avenues for healing. I hope they do.

    • @lisagast4616
      @lisagast4616 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      No I can just see his ancestors cheering in the background you know our family finally got to buy this place times have changed for the good

    • @gregjackson5426
      @gregjackson5426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You 'cried'? Really? Must be emotionally unbalanced.

    • @TimmyTurner421
      @TimmyTurner421 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@gregjackson5426 I cried too. So what? Unlike you I'm not an insecure man who mocks people for being touched by this emotional story.

    • @gregjackson5426
      @gregjackson5426 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TimmyTurner421 With a name like 'Timmy' I'm sure you cry a lot.

  • @apg4068
    @apg4068 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    This needs to become a movie!!

  • @manicpepsicola3431
    @manicpepsicola3431 2 ปีที่แล้ว +429

    The fact that they're able to live happily in this home is the biggest F you to the monsters that enslaved their family their ancestors must be so proud and probably were brought peace this made me cry so hard

    • @bigredd690
      @bigredd690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      U better preach

    • @captainamerica9353
      @captainamerica9353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      manicpepsicola , for crying out loud, could you be any more emotional? Get a life.

    • @susanmercurio1060
      @susanmercurio1060 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      This is what Martin Luther King was talking about.

    • @Liamfr34k
      @Liamfr34k 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@captainamerica9353 you'll never be a real woman, cope harder

    • @SupernaturalLove100
      @SupernaturalLove100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@captainamerica9353
      Cry on Fox 💀🤡

  • @Bre_Creatively
    @Bre_Creatively 2 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    This is what full circle looks like! Their family was MEANT to go back there, but for ownership this time! Congratulations! I love this so much!!!

    • @parrisestatessouthernhomec3246
      @parrisestatessouthernhomec3246 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My family gave our plantation to the littlejohns “black” family here in union sc back in 1968 because their family was Buried there however back in the early days blacks couldn’t be buried with the perfect funeral so most of the time the white family house wife would leave her riches to the slaves family

    • @HollyScarlett_
      @HollyScarlett_ 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Generational curse broken ! 🫰

  • @marakahl
    @marakahl ปีที่แล้ว +229

    i was so overwhelmed by the fact that a home the man didnt even want not only gave his life purpose but history and a very bright future. what an amazing story

    • @MizzAugust7
      @MizzAugust7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Im not sure how you figure he didnt want it, when he put a cash bid in on it. HE asked his sister-- "Should we put in a bid for it?" Maybe you need to listen - again.

    • @lizetteshort486
      @lizetteshort486 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      He also said he did not want it.. that he tried to Cabosh the sale.. you should listen better yourself.

    • @sonyarice7716
      @sonyarice7716 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He already had bright future, he's a civil engineer for the military, that's why he was able to put in a CASH offer.

    • @angieg3624
      @angieg3624 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I understand what you are saying, he said himself he didn’t want to purchase this place necessarily (of course he didn’t know yet the history..) and part of their future being able to learn more, show more to anyone who wants to learn, as he said at the end. Incredible story, only way I know how to say it.

    • @Rayofsunshine0423
      @Rayofsunshine0423 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@MizzAugust7he clearly said, he tried to mess up the deal because he didn’t want it.

  • @tiwandasingletary2701
    @tiwandasingletary2701 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is so rightfully right on so many levels. If you contribute to this plantation, you should own it. Powerful!

  • @kati-ana
    @kati-ana 2 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Poetic Justice. I'm so happy Fred and his family will clean up the cemetery and take care of it as it should've been all along. No cemetery should be neglected or forgotten. What a sad but wonderful story.

  • @devinharwood6010
    @devinharwood6010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +708

    I got goosebumps when he talked about hugging the tree and all those ancestors that came before him that had been in that very spot. I could’ve done with another two hours of this story. Absolutely remarkable and uplifting.

    • @1princessann
      @1princessann 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      When I visited Rome Italy I stretched as far as I could to touch one of the columns at the arena thinking that some Romans probably touched the same spot!

    • @tonysmith7632
      @tonysmith7632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      So true!

    • @elatomala1976
      @elatomala1976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Their actually what I refer to as God bumps. Such a beautiful true story to see during these days. May God bless protect and guide us all as we walk through this valley of darkness I pray Amen Read your Bible Revelations tells you everything.

    • @kim_fd8938
      @kim_fd8938 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Think how bad they was treated had to deal with Karens and Kens

    • @urbanhabuki8091
      @urbanhabuki8091 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They think they are clever; nothing but PWT and trailer park indwelling.

  • @williamarnold9744
    @williamarnold9744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +298

    It's good that Fred Miller was able to buy the property; these people will preserve the history better than anyone else possibly could.

    • @jimbarrofficial
      @jimbarrofficial 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Amazing, only 200K+ for this entire property. I would have though $2M for a place with this kind of lineage.

    • @redhen689
      @redhen689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jimbarrofficial That's rural Virginia....

  • @trishc135
    @trishc135 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This gives me shivers. This is amazing about a family that has truly come full circle. What a wonderful gift.

  • @pmwyy
    @pmwyy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +286

    She looks AMAZING for someone who is almost 90! And looks to be in good physical and mental health too!

    • @fadkabari8554
      @fadkabari8554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Being positive having loving relationships doing physical activity and eating less will do wonders for the mind and the body.

    • @L.Spencer
      @L.Spencer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I love her outfits, especially the purple one.

    • @dontworrybehappy8080
      @dontworrybehappy8080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      My grandmother turned 100 in November of 2021. Aside from her knees giving her some trouble, she's still going strong. She even swears she can still drive : 0

    • @Surfercurtis
      @Surfercurtis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Leslie Stahl is 90? Wow

    • @hoppermantis7615
      @hoppermantis7615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Adrenochrome....

  • @americanwomanFL
    @americanwomanFL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    I didn't REALLY cry until Fred said about the cemetery in a very determined tone: "I am going to fix it." And I know he will.

    • @jaythomas3224
      @jaythomas3224 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me as well

    • @mamafractal
      @mamafractal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      All the sadness of realizing what their ancestors endured on that land.....turns into an amazing warmth when he says that. He has returned to that land to take care of his ancestors and do right by them. That's such love!

    • @richardclark9950
      @richardclark9950 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so sorry for intruding but I just want us to be friends because you seem like a really cool and kind person

  • @daydreambeliever6603
    @daydreambeliever6603 2 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    This was a fabulous, moving and thought provoking story. I cried. I grew up in a house in Michigan that was a stop on the Underground Railroad to freedom. I am 67 now but have spent my life wondering who those people were that were brave enough to escape to the unknown, from a crewel and nearly unknowable past life. Leaving everyone and everything behind that they loved. Thank you.

    • @codijo-myalaskandog122
      @codijo-myalaskandog122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Day Dream Believer
      IT leaves me speechless & crying... I'm glad you put your REPLY in here because you said what I feel!

    • @quiltgalsews
      @quiltgalsews 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I grew up in Adrian Michigan where Laura S. Haviland ran Raisin School and was the Superintendent of the Underground Railroad. There is a statue of her still there.

  • @volcom305670
    @volcom305670 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When I went to my homeland for the first time and saw the things my ancestors built and the history, I felt such pride.

  • @jillionairess
    @jillionairess 2 ปีที่แล้ว +322

    This is one of the greatest stories I’ve ever heard. Really very moving. Just wow.

    • @chrisa3249
      @chrisa3249 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Me as well

    • @kayetaylor5551
      @kayetaylor5551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Absolutely amazing ❤️ when those people told us they felt like they now know who they are....that hurt ...hit hard..these stories need to be told. ..all people need to have families researched... people need to heal

    • @victorhopper6774
      @victorhopper6774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      every family has a story with many roots

    • @tonysmith7632
      @tonysmith7632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely!

    • @noblehillministerprophet8689
      @noblehillministerprophet8689 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amen! Amazing

  • @Shifterwizard
    @Shifterwizard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    Imagine going back in time and telling those slaves that their descendants would not only be free, but own the plantation. Can't think of a more fitting example of how much things have changed.

    • @tyrastarrweaver
      @tyrastarrweaver 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That’s amazing!! imagine how many of our ancestors are in similar places not getting any recognition 🥺 that makes me sad

    • @nanananananananana00
      @nanananananananana00 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @Stimulus Check we’ve come a really long way but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still issues we can work on.

    • @Departing_Beloved
      @Departing_Beloved 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Stimulus Check Grow up. That's the solution.

    • @sherrywrst2058
      @sherrywrst2058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      God definitely had his hands on this. Absolute Poetic Justice!

    • @Departing_Beloved
      @Departing_Beloved 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sherrywrst2058 People got nothing better to do, pretty much. Take it with a grain of salt.

  • @cassandrahepp6445
    @cassandrahepp6445 2 ปีที่แล้ว +376

    I feel like this story came full circle. They're ancestors never would have dreamed that their descendants would own the plantation they were enslaved at. Both tragic and beautiful. I'm so happy they embraced the house and the history and appreciated the depth of its meaning. What an amazing story and amazing family.

    • @LifesAdventures555
      @LifesAdventures555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @ Cassandra
      No, the circle is not complete yet, but it is coming!!

    • @cassandrahepp6445
      @cassandrahepp6445 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @PieceOfToast I have no doubt. Good parents always want better for their babies than they had for themselves. I've been a mom less than 2 months but Ive been praying for this little one since the day I found out he existed.

    • @pamelaj.betz-baron2420
      @pamelaj.betz-baron2420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @benjamin ollis: Yes, some did. ...and today Candace Owens, Clarence Thomas, Ben Carson, etc. exist. What's your point?

    • @briana.g.7412
      @briana.g.7412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @benjamin ollis I've known that blacks owned slaves themselves as long as I've known of slavery. I'm curious to know what is the significance of that to you.

    • @briana.g.7412
      @briana.g.7412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @benjamin ollis Well I won't disagree with that.
      I'm particularly concerned about those who feel that the uncovering of all of the details concerning slavery in some way promotes anger, hatred or extremism. I'm convinced that a more in depth knowledge of slavery and its history in this country would have the opposite effect. It promotes healing, harmony, and progression.
      Im my experience, those who inject the fact that blacks had slaves too often feel as if their particular culture is being attacked somehow with the information.

  • @wmedinaful
    @wmedinaful 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is so beautiful, it brings tears to my eyes that this beautiful family now own the house and plantation where their ancestors were once enslaved. This is a miracle 🙏

  • @kayelucier4118
    @kayelucier4118 ปีที่แล้ว +852

    I rented a house that turned out to be my grandparents from the 1800s it was built by my grandfather the town was founded by him he ran an underground railroad to help free slaves..my neighbor gave me a book with his story in it and he found a letter of his and a pipe in his house while remodeling..long but very interesting story

    • @h8llo394
      @h8llo394 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      wow ur grandparents are from 1800 cant believe it

    • @Genz-bloomer
      @Genz-bloomer ปีที่แล้ว +30

      😂 people really be saying anything to get some likes

    • @h8llo394
      @h8llo394 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@Genz-bloomer do the math its 223 years ago its imposibole too have a grandparent living in 1800

    • @joycemccarty1411
      @joycemccarty1411 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@h8llo394 my grandfather was born in 1897 and my dad as odd as it seems was born 1900 ... my dad was 20 year's older than my mom.

    • @h8llo394
      @h8llo394 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@joycemccarty1411 ?? Still 97 years after 1800

  • @catherianneanna4170
    @catherianneanna4170 2 ปีที่แล้ว +327

    I can't stop crying. These are my ancestors too even though my parents hail from Louisiana plantations. I am thankful for the Miller family giving us part of our history back. It's time to start my journey of the Jones clan. I am expecting the impossible to become possible. Thanks 60 Minutes.

    • @rcair123
      @rcair123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Praise God this wonderful story needs to be told again and again. Such a wonderful family!

    • @kevinmiller2210
      @kevinmiller2210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      We are distant cousins

    • @neenab2
      @neenab2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Heeeyy, Jones clan here!

    • @priscillarobb647
      @priscillarobb647 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@rcair123 I even cried watching this last Sunday even though I am Asian.

    • @twintkda
      @twintkda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Miller Family in the house! #wespreadout

  • @raisedfromash
    @raisedfromash 2 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    Oh my goodness the quote about hugging the tree and thinking “oh my god, you were here when my ancestors were here!” Really got me, that connection ❤ full circle moment

    • @21squared
      @21squared 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Odd… my thoughts went to: How many blacks were strapped to that same tree and whipped… and now you’re hugging it.
      How much blood is on that soil?

    • @youmakemelaugh1797
      @youmakemelaugh1797 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@21squaredMy very same thoughts how many were hung there????💔😥😢

    • @williamd1891
      @williamd1891 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@21squared I didn't even think of that horrible aspect. Even though there were probably many atrocities commited under that tree I am sure it also provided refuge against a hot summer sun. So that tree may have provided both pleasure and pain. If only trees could talk.

    • @KNYD
      @KNYD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      one of his ancestors might have even planted it.

  • @nicksaldana346
    @nicksaldana346 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    THAT family is BEAUTIFUL!!

  • @STmgmt
    @STmgmt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +465

    Sometimes in life there are NO accidents. The ancestors called and wanted them home. I see it as a redemptive story. Such an incredible story.

  • @thomasr3805
    @thomasr3805 2 ปีที่แล้ว +322

    I hope this family will use the home as a place for gathering, celebration, learning, and sharing.
    Touching story about picking up the pieces generations later, and learning about connection. Every person deserves to know where they came from.

    • @Call_Upon_YAH
      @Call_Upon_YAH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Hey! Did you know God is three in one!? The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit! Bless them!
      Jesus died for our sins, rose from the dead, and gives salvation to everyone who believes in him and follows his commandants!
      Have a blessed day, everyone!! ❤

    • @sunshine-wb7gr
      @sunshine-wb7gr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Totally agree 👍 awesome story 👏

    • @t.ruththeblack
      @t.ruththeblack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And the telling of enslaved stories will never end. No matter how many theories are invented to stop it . . .

    • @kingwoolen
      @kingwoolen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He didn't die for everyone stop teaching lies

    • @MPPG663
      @MPPG663 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Call_Upon_YAH Are you talking about the Trinity?

  • @the_freebeard
    @the_freebeard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +426

    This is one of the most beautiful stories 60 Minutes has ever done. Huge thanks to the Miller family for letting their story be known.

    • @Sarah-zv9ug
      @Sarah-zv9ug 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Absolutely

    • @kmoon33
      @kmoon33 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Agreed.. it’s too amazing and beautiful of a story to not be shared.

    • @bobbyboo22_
      @bobbyboo22_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True 60 min os ussually garbage
      Especially the ones with the politicans

  • @stephaniesutton9714
    @stephaniesutton9714 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is a vision i have for any of the families I am kin to no matter the surnames. This is amazing! And inspiring!

  • @psilocybebae7106
    @psilocybebae7106 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is one of the most touching stories I've ever come across. 🥲 I can just feel their ancestors looking over them and it really is a full circle moment. How bitter sweet.

  • @adorabellaperfecta3513
    @adorabellaperfecta3513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +343

    This is such a beautiful story. This is truly events coming full circle as well and couldn’t have happened to more lovely people.

    • @RaiRaiBrown
      @RaiRaiBrown 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Full circle indeed.

    • @iainherridge6253
      @iainherridge6253 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      True dat!

    • @angiecoers6255
      @angiecoers6255 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Painful history can be healing if you allow it. So, happy for you and proud you found your home.

    • @canadianintheukbrian
      @canadianintheukbrian 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      indeed amazing story that food is making me hungry lovely family lovely people

    • @samuelrosslee408
      @samuelrosslee408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If they’d gotten the house for free THEN it would be a “beautiful story.” Nothing short of reparations is “beautiful” about slavery.

  • @LittleSkin18
    @LittleSkin18 2 ปีที่แล้ว +300

    That ending got me. From what was once a dark place to now surrounded by family, past and present, singing joyfully..I'm so happy for them ❤

    • @GeorgeAmsterdam
      @GeorgeAmsterdam 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, longer life expectancy and western luxury. You are welcome.

    • @tombimashri8149
      @tombimashri8149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the last will be first

    • @crisnyrio
      @crisnyrio 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazing story!👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @mlr4524
    @mlr4524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +330

    The pieces were slowly coming into place, with many disparate individuals doing their part over time. The ancestors waited for the right descendant to bring it all together.....and he did, almost begrudgingly and clearly unwittingly. And then they found the cemetery, and really brought things full circle. Absolute chills. I'm sure this will bring healing to many, rippling beyond the extended family. Thank you for covering this story.

    • @rosahacketts1668
      @rosahacketts1668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The ancestors? No. It was God's perfect timing.

    • @loveinthematrix
      @loveinthematrix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Your comment is very insightful

    • @loveinthematrix
      @loveinthematrix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rosahacketts1668 If any of the ancestors were tapped into God then it was a mutual pull lolol

    • @islandgurl4927
      @islandgurl4927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@loveinthematrix Ancestors are dead though. Though we can honor their memory of the terrible slavery they had to live through.

    • @Momofukudoodoowindu
      @Momofukudoodoowindu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rosahacketts1668 amen

  • @bibble1023
    @bibble1023 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    As a 22 year old it’s so sad that my generation isn’t interested in knowing black history such as this anymore