Exploring History at Bedford Cemetery: Pioneers, Orators & Heroes - Battle Creek, Michigan

Join me as I explore history at Bedford Cemetery in Battle Creek, Michigan. A collection of stories which include pioneers, orators and heroes. Bedford Cemetery has as its earliest recorded burial date going back to 1808, and is one of the oldest cemeteries in Calhoun County. The tales behind the headstones are a mix of endurance, family survival, creativity, tragedy and heroism. We will also examine child and infant mortality rate of 200 years agos as compared to today. Featured stories in this video: Albert Edwards - A Civil War hero who fought in 17 different battles Henry Clapp - A pioner woodcarving artis Joel & Deborah Evans - Pioneer farmers Richard & Huldah Godsmark - Successful farmers & Adventists supporters James Hamilton - World War I Veteran Frank Baugh & Family - A story of tragedy & survival Peter & Lois Standley - An auctioneer Alec & Hazel Ellsworth - A story of tragedy & Infant mortality The Haug Family - Pioneer farmers, teachers and professionals Elbert B Lane - An early evangelical minister Support: Direct Donations: https://liberapay.com/MichaelDelaware... Merchandise: https://the-shine-bright-project.crea... For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://www.michaeldelaware.com Check out my other videos in my Exploring History cemetery series: Exploring History at Oak Hill Cemetery    • Exploring History at Oak Hill Cemetery - B...   Exploring History at Mt. Olivet Cemetery    • Exploring History at Mount Olivet Cemetery...   Exploring History at Beckley Cemetery    • Exploring History at Beckley Cemetery - Ba...   Exploring History at Dubois Cemetery    • Exploring History at Dubois Cemetery: Pion...   Exploring History at Young's Cemetery    • Exploring History at Young's Cemetery: Pio...   _______________________ Licensed Music by: Cody Martin: Path to Greatness Sir Francis Drake Imladris Umbra Western Fire Caleb Etheridge: Colors Finnegan's Lament Here and Now Let's Get Lost Tonight Video clips of other people by various artists at Pexels