The INSANE Life of History's Most Interesting Surgeon | Hidden Stories
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During the mid-1800s, James Barry, a top-ranking surgeon in the British Army, was always known for being just a bit strange. However, since it was nothing too out of the ordinary, people didn't think much of it. But when he suddenly passed away one day and his body was examined, a secret was uncovered about him that BLEW everyone's mind, and suddenly, some of his past actions and behaviors started to make a lot more sense…
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@drewisgolden
9 ай бұрын
Oh good choice I noticed these were performing less because most of your viewers are from shorts
Everyone needs a Lord Erskine in their lives.
@mrsquietmusic6413
Жыл бұрын
He was probably the father of her baby.
@iateyourfather92
Жыл бұрын
@@mrsquietmusic6413 It’s either him or Somerset
@denisetarabori553
Жыл бұрын
@@iateyourfather92 my thoughts exactly.
@Inprogress_of_newbeginings
Жыл бұрын
Also thought he was fully in love with him/her.
@sustavo67
11 ай бұрын
@@Inprogress_of_newbeginingsher*
As far as the cap on Florence Nightengale's head: When a lady was out in public, she was supposed to wear a hat, not a cap. The cap was for indoors only or when at home in your own garden. It was very good narration for an interesting story!
@andyyjiang
Жыл бұрын
ohhh thanks for explaining! I was so confused haha
@PremiumUp
Жыл бұрын
A man wouldn’t have known that. That should have given her away.
@CeruleanStar
11 ай бұрын
@@PremiumUpWhy wouldn't a man know that? Men have wives, sisters, mother's, etc. They interacted with and/or saw women every day. They'd notice if a social faux pas with their attire.
@noahvercetti7959
10 ай бұрын
@@andyyjiangI am confused why hidden story's is not a Netflix series
I'm so surprised I haven't seen this story before. It's so awe inspiring
@DebbieFromGA
Жыл бұрын
I agree. As a teen, I read about women that succeeded in a “man’s” profession. I didn't know anything about this story. He does such a great job researching the facts.
@coxstereightynine9650
Жыл бұрын
A conspiracy to make the British Government/Military not look so bad for their sexist policies and beliefs She was not given the honors she would have if she hadn’t been exposed.
You truly are a great storyteller! And I’m so glad that I have followed you to Hidden Stories!!! I am a nurse and felt so sad hearing about our dear Florence Nightingale being chastised publicly by Dr. Barry.
Somerset probably knew, therefore the claims of liking them eachother, them living together, james having pregnancy marks and him being able to hide it easily as it was something the mayor could have done
@andyyjiang
Жыл бұрын
wow this makes a lot of sense actually. Could be, I can't see any other way how you hide a pregnancy while working long hours as a surgeon
@danielanthonybalandra2396
Жыл бұрын
Probably but does Somerset had an adopted child during that time or have a child and claim it was his and another woman/wife might back up your theory
@a_raichub
Жыл бұрын
Dr. James might've had an abortion in that case.
@akihanna
Жыл бұрын
@@a_raichub james having had an abortion doesn't make sense if the cleaning lady really did see stretch marks on her abdomen as possible signs of pregnancy. I would imagine her having been in her 3rd trimester already for those marks to show, and pretty sure abortion would be considered a very dangerous choice in that scenario... I think, her having had a possible still born baby makes more sense... or at least a very late miscarriage... these are ofc assuming that no baby survived the pregnancy.
@kuyaleyam8080
Жыл бұрын
While still a teenager, it is believed that Margaret was raped by an uncle. She gave birth to a baby, Juliana, who was raised by her mother.
Not only another interesting piece of history but a piece of history so well told. The enthusiasm you have telling us about this story is so very authentic. You have a talent .
I believe he did this due to the inability to do things as a woman. You must admit she/he was brilliant. To go on to become a surgeon and renowned.
@jasonbrown3632
Жыл бұрын
Just go's to prove, transvestites have been around throughout history... 😂
@ivannieves154
Жыл бұрын
Witch burn her
@cappyjones
Жыл бұрын
@@jasonbrown3632 *goes
@kfas8720
Жыл бұрын
She's a she lol
@Respear
Жыл бұрын
Just use they/them if you don't know ig
I don’t think the doctor was a “complete fraud, a complete fake”. The only thing he concealed was parts of his body that would block all pathways to a career he was clearly born for (and had every intention of pursuing, and was v successful at). Whatever the gender identity of this doctor was, I’d argue that in the big picture what really matters is how many people he helped with his skills as a practitioner of medicine - exactly what a doctor should do.
This is an interesting story. The Doctors’s ability to conceal their biggest secret for one’s entire life time in the military no less is an impressive feat. Nice video!
I absolutely love the longer stories! Keep them coming. I had never heard this and it was very interesting.
Underrated af documentaries
I really like your long form content, please do more of these
@andyyjiang
Жыл бұрын
thank you! I'll be doing a longer story 8am Wednesday every single week from here on out :) I'm really excited
@drdripransom342
Жыл бұрын
@@andyyjiang Well Andy I am excited too, wish you all the best
Another great story and very interesting bit of history. It's sad she never would've been able to attend university, reach such positions or had so many accomplishments if she remained as a woman. Best is as a niece of Jerry Berry, she may have gotten married off to a wealthy family. As for why women were attracted to him, it wasn't the appearance... women are attracted to confidence and power, which she as Dr. James Berry had plenty of confidence to carry this off and definitely plenty of power through the connections and positions held.
@inkbold8511
Жыл бұрын
FYI women are very attractive to men with feminine look or women who dress like men. 😂 Trust me this is true.
@misan2002
Жыл бұрын
Well no shit she did it for that reason.
@frankifyed.
Жыл бұрын
Could have been all of the above. who knows?
@lizxu322
Жыл бұрын
Also some women are trained at birth to marry rich influencial men, for money not for love 😂
Wow, what an amazing story. You need to write a book someday! I'm so glad you chose to pour your researching and passion into bigger videos. I can only imagine where humanity would be without Barry's hidden identity, how far behind we would be in women's rights. I have to assume that because it was revealed that Barry was a woman, that showed people the potential women could have and moved towards a more equal access to opportunity. Thank you for bringing these people into light!
@ZtheTaco
Жыл бұрын
I would read that book
hearing you describe her arrogant hot-tempered personality it actually reminds me of some surgeons. they tend to be kind to patients but brutal to coworkers. perhaps this type of work is hard on their nerves
@lizxu322
Жыл бұрын
They're natural perfectionists. A lot like Gordon Ramsay, you probably heard of him shout at customers just once but he'll scream at the cooks everyday non stop
@gengis737
9 ай бұрын
Doctors, specially surgeons, have to take life and death near instant decisions, based on their knowledge and experience. This firmness and confidence in their choice does not fit well with people of diverging opinion, all the more other doctors / surgeons.
All his videos are insane
@Sportman221
Жыл бұрын
Yes always
@JaketheJust
Жыл бұрын
Andy does pick good stories, he’s entertaining telling them and he follows Ken Burns photography documentary style.
@dowgarden
Жыл бұрын
agreed
@SuperGroguBowly
Жыл бұрын
Fr fr
This was so interesting and well told! I enjoyed so much how you showed how baffling and, at times, crazy, the twists and turns of her life's story unfolded. Well done, Andy! ❤
I think the reason for the post-pregnancy stretch marks is that they might've been pregnant before the whole Barry thing. Back in that time period teenage pregnancy was very common
You should totally make a podcast with these stories - keep up the great work
@kitnickalls2591
Жыл бұрын
Also if you shake your phone his background shakes
@andyyjiang
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate it man! I have a podcast already haha, it’s called Hidden Stories 🙂
Nightingale is a pioneer herself she was a statistician who did research and can be single handedly held responsible for the decrease in the spread of infections from soldier to soldier during treatments and surgery. Nightingale brought forth the statistics and research that simple hand washing could prevent infection It very well could be that Berry resented Nightingale as a doctor toward a nurse BECAUSE nightingale was a bit of an upstart herself. She wouldn't hesitate to get in a man's face either. Not to minimize it, but berry was engaging a cat-fight with nightingale That's my thoughts as an RN I'm team Nightingale 😂
@Kingdom_Of_Dreams
10 ай бұрын
Dr. Barry had to dress up as a man in order to get to where she was, so I bet she was resentful that a woman was able to rise to a high level without having to hide. Barry no doubt had a lot of internal strife regarding her womanhood being hidden away. She couldn't marry and have children. She couldn't express herself honestly.
Another awesome bit of history! 😮 I am addicted to learning about stories and people I never would’ve otherwise known about-keep up the awesome work! ❤
A wonderful job of sharing, Andy. You do such a great job!
This is the British Mulan
First time viewer here. Whenever I need to get things done around the house I always listen to Bailey Sarian. For a long time she was the only one who I could listen to without watching and grasp the story. You my friend have accomplished the same! The pacing is incredible, and the details, juicy. Capturing and conveying a story is a gift, and I’m glad you share it. Thanks!
These long stories are so engaging! I can't believe it hasn't blown up yet, these are stories that I would've never known without you. So please keep making them, I'm sure more people will enjoy it aswell
You're one of the very few youtubers that I would say is underrated... So much enthusiasm and effort put into this, and you're content is so interesting and fun to listen to. Great work!
Ok so, I’ve always been a history nerd who loves videos like this but absolutely HATES monotone sounding people I adore this!! I love how you express your love for these stories! 💛💛💛
You are so freaking adorable. I love how you talk with your hands. Not only are they good stories, and you have a great voice, you’re so much fun to watch.
I love this story ❤ Thank you for researching this fantastic story and how you presented it in the video.
Great story. I've heard about other similar stories in which women disguised themselves in order to work as a man to feed their family, or to go to war, etc. I love these kinds of stories where people do amazing things for the time period, that could have gotten them imprisoned or killed, and yet they did what people said they could never do.
Absolutely lovin' the longer videos!!
We NEED a story like this about a few people: simo häyhä, lauri törni, albert roche, mad jack churchill and aimo koivunen. These are amazing
This is brilliant - your researching, passion in delivery. Epic! I came here after the short, curious to know what could be Dr Barry's secret - you did not disappoint! Always love your content - Thank you.
Great video! I loved the more casual tone rather than the usual formal tone that other KZreadrs use for informational video like these. Keep up the great work man 👍
Plot twist: Florence Nightingale was the baby daddy.😂 Great job, Andy. I love your free-form content!🎉
You have a gift Andy. Excellent story telling.
You are the best, keep up the amazing work!
Just watched the teaser it worked I love the longer videos
Video I am waiting for every week ❤️ Thanks for another interesting story Andy!
Bro, where is Lord Erskine when I need him
Perhaps Barry was jealous that Nightingale could exist as a woman in the broad daylight and all the hiding and lying she (Barry) had to do was taking a toll on her. Mental health suffers under constant stress.
I haven't watched any of your other longer videos (yet), but this story was definitely a good choice for one as there were many intersting things to tell about him/ his life.
5:12 yooo the 1800s dysphoria hoodie
this is incredibly good 😮 the effort this man puts into his videos is insane i could never
I’m absolutely loving the new longer form stories. You should make a book explaining all the stories in word form. Good job keep it up
I love the way you tell your stories, it really pulls the listener in and i am hooked! Thank you for all your work Andy.
we all need a Lord Erskine in our lives
@artisticallyconfucious
Жыл бұрын
facts and I think he knew her secret too
Man Andy love your new format. Maybe format isn't quite the right term but this longer story was just wonderful to listen to and I do hope you keep up longer stories of the bizarre such as this one. You have a great gift of Storytelling and I encourage you to keep it up and not that I don't like your shorts cuz I've been entertained by them as well but if your production abilities allow it I would definitely keep up doing the longer format stories. Thank you so much for the entertaining and informative and educational topics you bring forth. You have a great day sir and I look forward to see your next video
omg andy this is rlly exciting! hope these new videos do well ❤❤
You found another great one to share! Thank you!
So excited to get long form videos from you! Keep up the awesome!
Well done Regurgitating the Story of this Incredible Woman in a very Captivating Way Another great one, Andy!
@nataliekhanyola5669
Жыл бұрын
Incredible trans man.
Another super interesting video. Keep it up. You're doing an awesome job.
Thank you for this longer story! It was interesting!
Mannnnn I loved this storyyy I loved how you narrated it! I enjoyed a lot! Thankss and please keep the long stories comingg
Me, having hella stretch marks and no kids... 😅
Awesome awesome story. And again, love the long content… you’re a wonderful story teller… can’t wait for the next one!!!
This is so good, your story telling is amazing in short and long form!
I've been loving your longer videos.
Bro that portrait at 4:15 💀💀💀
This was an amazing piece of lost history. Thank you Andy!
Does anyone else get the feeling that Lord Erskine had a crush on James?
This is among the best of channels on KZread, Andy. Very interesting story, clearly well researched. 🏆💯
Awesome video! Loved it! Thank you! ❤
I love your videos! Thank you so much for doing this for us❤❤❤
The stories you choose are so interesting! Thanks!
aw hell yeah andy uploaded
Love the longer stories!!
Excellent story. ❤ You are an amazing story teller.
Very interesting story Andy, love to watch your short stories but this one was even better!
You are an AWESOME storyteller!!
Thanks for the story Andy ❤ You did a fantastic job with the research and narration 👌👌
You should be a teacher. You’re so good at storytelling❤
Many pregnancies, the baby sits so far back that the abdomen doesn't stretch much. But if Dr. Barry had stretch marks, the baby most certainly sat in front of the organs. Very curious how Dr. Barry managed to hide it, and who the father was.
Amazing story telling! I think you're my favorite now 💓. Keep up the good work! I look forward to your next story!
What a fantastic story Andy, thanks so much I really enjoyed your long video, keep them coming, cheers 👍
First time watching a long video. This was excellent! Well researched and well told!
I LOVED this story. Great research 👍🏼
I’m from Cape Town and I didn’t know about this , thanks for the info.
Can’t wait for next week’s story!!
Oh my gosh. What an interesting story! It was worth watching the entire thing. Please do more videos like this.
your videos are so professional I love it
These videos are so entertaining!
You’re up there with storytellers like Mr. Ballen and Thoughty2. Keep up the amazing work!
Love your story telling❤
Andy never fails to disappoint us😊🖖
Amazing story James! I am a huge fan!
This was really interesting. You should search Eugenia Fallini, an Italian born woman. As a man, he murdered his wife in Australia in 1917. His wife was not aware of him being born female. The case is extremely interesting.
This guy needs a show.. NOW!!
WOW, incredible storytelling
This is incredible!
Brilliant woman and brilliant story. Thank you Andy🎉
omg long form video let’s go!
Heyyy love the video 😊
Great story enjoyed learning about her/him
Are you sure lord eskire did not know
Thats one of the most fascinating and incredible stories I've ever heard.
awesome stuff 🎉🎉
You are the best storyteller, keep up the good work 😊