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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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@andyyjiang 11 месяцев назад

Hey everyone! Starting next Wednesday (October 4th), all future Hidden Stories will be migrating to a new, separate channel for clarity and simplicity. All of the current stories will still remain up on this channel, but all new videos moving forward will be posted on the new "Hidden Stories" RU-vid channel here: www.youtube.com/@hiddenstoriesYT. If you want to continue keeping up with the weekly stories and my Hidden Stories series, subscribe to this new channel ✌

@drewisgolden 11 месяцев назад

Oh good choice I noticed these were performing less because most of your viewers are from shorts

@aldmeripatriot7703 Год назад

Everyone needs a Lord Erskine in their lives.

@mrsquietmusic6413 Год назад

He was probably the father of her baby.

@iateyourfather92 Год назад

@@mrsquietmusic6413 It’s either him or Somerset

@denisetarabori553 Год назад

@@iateyourfather92 my thoughts exactly.

@Inprogress_of_newbeginings Год назад

Also thought he was fully in love with him/her.

@sustavo67 Год назад

@@Inprogress_of_newbeginingsher*

@gina928 Год назад

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 Год назад

ohhh thanks for explaining! I was so confused haha

@PremiumUp Год назад

A man wouldn’t have known that. That should have given her away.

@CeruleanStar Год назад

@@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 Год назад

@@andyyjiangI am confused why hidden story's is not a Netflix series

@charmzee8749 Месяц назад

@@noahvercetti7959Because it’s a great story and Netflix dosen’t do that.

@cab102361 Год назад

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 Год назад

Just go's to prove, transvestites have been around throughout history... 😂

@ivannieves154 Год назад

Witch burn her

@cappyjones Год назад

@@jasonbrown3632 *goes

@kfas8720 Год назад

She's a she lol

@Respear Год назад

Just use they/them if you don't know ig

@denisetarabori553 Год назад

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.

@FlashyC Год назад

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 Год назад

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 Год назад

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 Год назад

Dr. James might've had an abortion in that case.

@akihanna Год назад

@@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 Год назад

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.

@itanof9460 Год назад

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!

@randorantos Год назад

I'm so surprised I haven't seen this story before. It's so awe inspiring

@DebbieFromGA Год назад

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 Год назад

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.

@by_g Год назад

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.

@bobdodson8468 Год назад

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 .

@LaylaLeft Год назад

I absolutely love the longer stories! Keep them coming. I had never heard this and it was very interesting.

@Surftouka Год назад

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 Год назад

FYI women are very attractive to men with feminine look or women who dress like men. 😂 Trust me this is true.

@misan2002 Год назад

Well no shit she did it for that reason.

@frankifyed. Год назад

Could have been all of the above. who knows?

@lizxu322 Год назад

Also some women are trained at birth to marry rich influencial men, for money not for love 😂

@privateprivate5302 Год назад

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 Год назад

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.

@staticostrich4689 Год назад

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 Год назад

I would read that book

@salamicookies Год назад

Underrated af documentaries

@animefanatic5481 Год назад

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

@drdripransom342 Год назад

I really like your long form content, please do more of these

@andyyjiang Год назад

thank you! I'll be doing a longer story 8am Wednesday every single week from here on out :) I'm really excited

@drdripransom342 Год назад

@@andyyjiang Well Andy I am excited too, wish you all the best

@blueyedkitten7415 Год назад

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! ❤

@JGTay-rp8hf Год назад

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.

@kyleok8283 Год назад

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

@kerirobicheaux6629 Год назад

A wonderful job of sharing, Andy. You do such a great job!

@luminescence_gd Год назад

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!

@AmBr0313 6 месяцев назад

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!

@The_King69. Год назад

All his videos are insane

@Sportman221 Год назад

Yes always

@JaketheJust Год назад

Andy does pick good stories, he’s entertaining telling them and he follows Ken Burns photography documentary style.

@dowgarden Год назад

agreed

@SuperGroguBowly Год назад

Fr fr

@extracelestial9527 Год назад

Plot twist: Florence Nightingale was the baby daddy.😂 Great job, Andy. I love your free-form content!🎉

@CCP_yb Год назад

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! ❤

@Man-yn8kf Год назад

Great video! I loved the more casual tone rather than the usual formal tone that other RU-vidrs use for informational video like these. Keep up the great work man 👍

@FrenchAmericanDuck Год назад

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! 💛💛💛

@fishthefishiest Год назад

I love this story ❤ Thank you for researching this fantastic story and how you presented it in the video.

@kitnickalls2591 Год назад

You should totally make a podcast with these stories - keep up the great work

@kitnickalls2591 Год назад

Also if you shake your phone his background shakes

@andyyjiang Год назад

I appreciate it man! I have a podcast already haha, it’s called Hidden Stories 🙂

@AmyJLee Год назад

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.

@nadinetasmania Год назад

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.

@micahcampbell9178 Год назад

This is the British Mulan

@AntaresSelket Год назад

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.

@boranim21 Год назад

Video I am waiting for every week ❤️ Thanks for another interesting story Andy!

@JACKIElovesBLUE Год назад

Absolutely lovin' the longer videos!!

@lawrencemay8726 Год назад

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

@Alinor24 Год назад

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.

@harazhangf5782 Год назад

Another super interesting video. Keep it up. You're doing an awesome job.

@BP-bq9uz 11 месяцев назад

watching andy stutter really hard trying to explain the most basic trans experience is greatly entertaining to me

@bruhdudeguyman 11 месяцев назад

LOL same

@balazsdusek Год назад

we all need a Lord Erskine in our lives

@artisticallyconfucious Год назад

facts and I think he knew her secret too

@linda.818 Год назад

You are the best, keep up the amazing work!

@Cornsyrupisgood Год назад

Bro that portrait at 4:15 💀💀💀

@clashof6d Год назад

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

@noircoll Год назад

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.

@Filmstarindamaking 10 месяцев назад

You have a gift Andy. Excellent story telling.

@micili97 Год назад

The reason he was so arrogant may be the fact that he (well she) was super uncomfortable all the time 😅 I mean just imagine, it's August, it's super hot and there you are all dressed up in layers of clothes, boobs smashed to your chest and on your period?? I mean I get frustrated just by thinking about that. Also I bet it wasn't easy being surrounded by all these misogynistic men. Also, I loove your channel and the comments, everyone is so invested in this and full of thoughts and theories. Keep it up!

@picklepotatow2 Год назад

this is incredibly good 😮 the effort this man puts into his videos is insane i could never

@SkydivingGoat Год назад

Me, having hella stretch marks and no kids... 😅

@crimzonic Год назад

omg andy this is rlly exciting! hope these new videos do well ❤❤

@tovethecat Год назад

Just watched the teaser it worked I love the longer videos

@HenrikRBX Год назад

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

@420jw Год назад

Well done Regurgitating the Story of this Incredible Woman in a very Captivating Way Another great one, Andy!

@nataliekhanyola5669 Год назад

Incredible trans man.

@GoldenDuck-rq7le Год назад

Mannnnn I loved this storyyy I loved how you narrated it! I enjoyed a lot! Thankss and please keep the long stories comingg

@SkylarsTerribleMemes Год назад

5:12 yooo the 1800s dysphoria hoodie

@gregmeyer9595 Год назад

Awesome awesome story. And again, love the long content… you’re a wonderful story teller… can’t wait for the next one!!!

@Hopespringseternal Год назад

You found another great one to share! Thank you!

@EnterAlex Год назад

Bro, where is Lord Erskine when I need him

@Jessount12 Год назад

I've been loving your longer videos.

@fnzypnts Год назад

So excited to get long form videos from you! Keep up the awesome!

@AmbiCahira Год назад

Thank you for this longer story! It was interesting!

@misan2002 Год назад

Technically she wasn't a complete fraud. She was still related to Erskin's friend

@reynaldoortiz2576 Год назад

Excellent story. ❤ You are an amazing story teller.

@loreena.plstne Год назад

I love your videos! Thank you so much for doing this for us❤❤❤

@geekygirlgaymesalot736 Год назад

Does anyone else get the feeling that Lord Erskine had a crush on James?

@homesteadgamer1257 Год назад

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.

@reginasimmons3081 Год назад

You are an AWESOME storyteller!!

@sandrapietro8912 Год назад

You should be a teacher. You’re so good at storytelling❤

@Indiegamelover1 Год назад

aw hell yeah andy uploaded

@frankpizzza Год назад

omg long form video let’s go!

@quanitakatts4473 Год назад

I’m from Cape Town and I didn’t know about this , thanks for the info.

@DrTwiz_YT Год назад

These videos are so entertaining!

@jennyezeoke9205 Год назад

Are you sure lord eskire did not know

@undergroundcity1624 Год назад

Andy never fails to disappoint us😊🖖

@tomriedinger6675 Год назад

Amazing story James! I am a huge fan!

@mp4986 Год назад

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.

@martindrew3513 Год назад

Followers know how others should be, leaders know how everyone should be.

@hansenhenry5438 Год назад

This is so good, your story telling is amazing in short and long form!

@sniper_iye2583 Год назад

I find it absurd that he hid a whole baby, and the fact that he gave birth. That is just out of my mind.

@yummerer2664 Год назад

This guy needs a show.. NOW!!

@anitamackinnon7975 Год назад

Hiding who she truly was for so long probably drove her somewhat insane!

@TheThunderStrikes Год назад

WOW, incredible storytelling

@bobreams5178 Год назад

This is among the best of channels on RU-vid, Andy. Very interesting story, clearly well researched. 🏆💯

@scotandiamapping4549 Год назад

Lord Erskine coming in clutch

@JJW77 Год назад

Andy, I applaud your detailed research and great narration on James Barry. During WW2 my father worked on British merchant marine convoys supplying war materials to England. During 2 separate trips the ships were torpedoed by German submarines. Both times he and some of his other comrades were picked up from their life raft by another ship. After escaping death twice this way, father decided to jump ship in New York. However by coercion he was inducted into the US Army April, 1943 or get sent back to Hong Kong. Father served in Al Levy's unit the 288th (Chinese regiment) Field Artillery Observation Battalion under General Patton. The soldiers in unit 288th luckily escaped death... Could you do a video on Al Levy's unit the 288th Field Artillery Observation Battalion. Thanks!!!

@amandawalski4407 Год назад

Awesome video! Loved it! Thank you! ❤

@saiberunato Месяц назад

A final wish not honored, but a fantastic piece of human history was revealed.

@alansanders9096 Год назад

Amazing story telling! I think you're my favorite now 💓. Keep up the good work! I look forward to your next story!

@mygreywolf Год назад

This was an amazing piece of lost history. Thank you Andy!

@rainakhan3803 Год назад

I'm seriously amazed this is unbelievable

@Ashley-vs8nu 9 месяцев назад

Some of the things women had to do in the past to not only survive but thrive is incredible. *Imagine not being able to even write a book( one avenue many women took during this time)because you were born as a female. Completely mad.

@TheGs4_4449 Год назад

This…… this is crazy. Just, crazy! What a story! 😮

@thts.my_voic Год назад

Brilliant woman and brilliant story. Thank you Andy🎉

@katelynbrown98 Год назад

This is an incredible story. I've been oversaturated with stories, and videos, yet I've never heard of this part of history. This is incredible!! 😮 I love learning about this! Thank you for talking about unknown stories, not just spooky, or odd phenomenon. I love thinking that Dr. Barry was one of _many_ secretly female doctors. Perhaps there were many women in drag, or trans(?), who were "male" leaders in certain industries throughout England. 🤔

@thepokepoet9482 Год назад

This was so fantasizing to know!!

@akcuber5335 Год назад

your videos are so professional I love it

@backpackingtony1779 7 месяцев назад

You’re up there with storytellers like Mr. Ballen and Thoughty2. Keep up the amazing work!

@davesky538 Год назад

There's lots of women who have passed as men all through out history.

@ljenk5 Год назад

What a fantastic story Andy, thanks so much I really enjoyed your long video, keep them coming, cheers 👍

@Engine_1 Год назад

What’s amazing is that when he/she was exposed after death they were probably seen as a liar and a menace even though he’s dead. But now we can respect him/her