1976 kate smith anthem God bless America

spectrum crowd
gets a treat

[@pievirga6543]

I was at that game when Kate Smith sang God Bless America and the fans went crazy. If Ed Snider was alive her statue would still be there. Ed was a pallbearer at her funeral and a Flyers Jersey was in her casket. To the Organization, please bring back her statue and admit it was a mistake to take her down and show all us fans that even the Big Shots can be wrong but will make it RIGHT. That would be soooo Awesome. ❤️🥅🏒🇺🇸

[@chrisflocco8084]

God Bless AMERICA and God Bless Kate Smith.

[@dyanovitz]

Dont ya just love how Kate clasped her hands together above her head in a "Go flyers!" motion and shook em with passion for the fans. Quite an icon and quite a singer

[@Mister_Ed9]

The gold standard of this song

[@franko2k]

God Bless Kate Smith!

[@dimitrosg]

Lol naw fuck that racist bitch

[@marylawson6060]

Kate is an American icon had her own show and a beautiful voice. This is Kate's song and no one does it better. RIP dear lady.

[@slyspy9819]

She lifted the entire country during this time , I'm sure no one was more surprised than her . I was a big hockey fan during the 70's and this was very inspiring even for me though I was a Bruins fan

[@theoriginalbadbob]

On January 1, 1976, Kate Smith was the Grand Marshal of the Pasadena Rose Parade. That afternoon, she sang this song at the Rose Bowl game. There were very few dry eyes in the Rose Bowl. I was there.

[@bbrown333]

wow! what an amazing experience I'm sure!

[@marclaw4511]

A magnificent Lady. Every Country needs a Kate Smith.God Bless This Fine Lady.

[@vibratingstring]

I'm teering up---verklempt. This was my childhood. Flyers. God bless you, Kate.

[@DavidJY1970]

This lady was in a class by herself, beautiful on the inside and out

[@donclark4685]

Something about her singing puts chills on my arms and emotions. What a Great Singer!

[@wessmith7408]

This song was written just for her back in 39 I believe. Irvin Berlin knew she was the only one who could do this song justice. Kate had the very best voice of all time. This was her last time for a public appearance that I know before she passed away.

[@donnaschweibert6639]

I'm from Philadelphia and I remember as a kid, being so excited to hear her sing this, because she was the Flyers' good luck charm!!!!!!

[@193322009]

This is the song that should be our American national anthem! When I was a young boy, living in Oakland, California, in the late 1930s, I had the privilege of attending Kate Smith's singing performance. It is still in my memory as to how great of a singer she was. God bless America, and God bless Kate Smith.

[@MrDcseltzer]

Chills........listening to Kate. What a presence to have in Phila. Phila Loved her and she loved Philadelphia......RIP Kate.......Inspiration at it's best :)

[@Garycubfan]

May first is Kate Smith’s Birthday. Share a post of her singing God Bless America on your social media.

[@2pi628]

Why do I love this so much...? Brings tears to my eyes.

[@chris19046]

I remember going to the games all the time in the 70's & 80's. We always had a great time at the spectrum & Flyers games. Kate Smith is an American treasure. Her singing this song still gives me chills today. Philadelphia will NEVER forget Ms. Kate Smith! This kids today don't know what they are missing growing up now instead of back then.

[@Dutychief]

God Bless you Kate Smith, just as God has truly blessed America!!!

[@landrykkb]

I'm a Canadian and I have tremendous respect and admiration for the late Kate Smith and her singing here of God Bless America.

[@34stevearl]

John W Landry :) I have great respect for Canada.

[@Hiei2k7]

John W Landry We stand on guard for Thee.

[@cultfilmfreakreviews]

wow we have respect from someone from a country that means nothing

[@michaelboyda2838]

wow we have a comment from an ignorant piece of shat named Fred

[@admireakles4734]

You must be racist

[@groovenick]

Beautiful lady!! Love you Kate!!!

[@smileyking3193]

Ladies and gentlemen, the first person to sing this song, Kate Smith.

[@Shadow2084]

Kate Smith was truly one of a kind. God Bless you Kate - thank you very much from a grateful country!

[@Jansy28]

No one...and I do mean NO ONE signs God Bless America like Kate Smith

[@texashoosier4660]

I remember watching a Flyers-Oilers NHL Stanley Cup Playoff match (a little research shows that it probably was the 65th Game of the 1987 Cup playoff series) about 18 years ago on TV when Edmonton had Gretzky, Fuhr, Messier, Anderson, and others. Kate had died the year before but that did not deter the Flyers and the Spectrum which used a video of her singing God Bless America before the start of the match. The place went nuts when she started singing and at the end of the song (I don't remember which network televised it) the network announcers did not say a thing for about five seconds or so, before the lead announcer just said "WOW" in an astonished and emphatic voice. One of the single, most memorable moments I have ever witnessed at any sporting event, as riveting or more then Whitney Houston's performance of the National Anthem on the eve of Desert Storm, and just a shade under the extraordinary performance of Secretariat winning the Belmont Stakes by 32 lengths, with a lead down the stretch that was so large the cameraman actually had to manually refocus the lens so that he could show both Secretariat and Swap in the same frame, another moment that is etched in my mind forever. Great Job, Kate !

[@johnx5891]

Amazing, well-deserved applause! She was 69 years old here and nailed every note LIVE !!!

[@nutballgazette]

I was a Islander fan and hated the Flyers but Kate Smith singing live at the Spectrum was always a moving and inspirational moment. 3 Cheers to Kate Smith

[@joeevans96]

Right back at you! I loved the Islanders vs Flyers competition, back in the day...Loved Hextall's goal...I am embarrassed.to still root for Flyers...I am in Saint Louis now, so I love the Blues...

[@gibshredcamel]

GOD BLESS AMERICA,GOD BLESS AND KATE SMITH, AND GOD BLESS OUR PHILADELPHIA FLYERS!!

[@BBQFanNo1]

From Canada wishing my American Family, Relatives and Friends a Healthy, Safe and Blessed Memorial Day Weekend. Kate Smith - God Bless America (Live 1976) 1976 NHL Stanley Cup Championship Final at the Spectrum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States in May 1976. Montreal Canadiens vs Philadelphia Flyers. Brings back memories watching it live on TV in the Spring 1976

[@kendufresne]

Wonderful job by Kate Smith and Flyers fans - from a Bruins fan!

[@deedonnerramone4757]

I remember watching on CBC Windsor when the Flyers would bring Kate Smith out to sing 'God Bless America' it was special! My parents from the depression era loved it.

[@doormatt2000]

I love Kate Smith.And I have to say God Bless America sung by her, still gives me goose bumps every time I hear it. And I'm Canadian. The New Zealand National Anthem does it to me as well. Beautiful soul touching words. Love America.

[@LoganLavery]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGfUnpenq66noa8 First part is in Maori, but 5 or so verses follow. Best version on YT I think.

[@JLNeis]

THIS WAS A PIECE OF AMERICAN HISTORY, I HOPE PEOPLE WILL REALIZE THAT SOMEDAY. THIS IS AMERICA, THIS IS KATE SMITH !!

[@trailblender]

32 years ago, as a teenager, I sat on the living room floor and was mesmerized by Kate Smith singing God Bless America from the Spectrum in Philadelphia... Seeing this again for the first time since 1976, brings back so vividly, the memories of that evening! Thanks so much for posting it after all these years!

[@bbrown333]

this is crazy! god bless whomever to this footage!

[@ariels7477]

Ain this the same bitch who made that racist ass song. Bout sum "Someone's gotta pick the cotton"

[@mitchgrube2480]

Kate was 69 when she performed--Awesome pipes. Awesome song. Awesome singer.

[@wessmith7408]

Kate was a fine singer. See, when you are old enough to remember when she was living and singing you have a special place in your heart for her. The first time I heard her sing I was all of 6 years old and that was way back in the very early 50's. So, yes I'm old. I'll share a short story: My grandmother played the piano and I was also learning. We would do a duet on the piano of "God Bless America". See in the day we would gather around the piano and sing. This was one of my granddads favorite songs. Every year around the 4th of July and December 7, I do Kate Smith singing "God Bless America". I'm not sure when this will end but it gives me pause and more so when I see the destruction our country is in today. Please dear God bless us once again!

[@MatthewPippin]

This is moving as hell... tears me up, man!!!

[@donteatthekalanchoe]

They didn't come to watch hockey, they came to watch Kate Smith! Thanks for this, what a treat! I'm in the Philly Metro area and she is legendary. I was born in '76 so missed this era completely.

[@hockeybooks]

check out the islanders clip where captain ed westphal presents her a flowers bouquet

[@shirleyfazio2359]

That's not true...we Flyers Fans came to see the Flyers WIN the Hockey game and Kate Smith singing "God Bless America" was the Ultimate Motivator for Flyers and Fans back then...

[@karenwesley332]

Being Canadian, I love the Boston Bruins but even more so Kate Smith. I've always cherished this song, from those days.

[@bgdjohnny8]

God bless Kate Smith. She sure belted it out - and she should be remembered today especialy

[@nobadgerbear54]

Bobby Clarke was a GOD...and whoever said that Philadelphia fans have no hearts. Throwing snow at Santa notwithstanding...the ovation that they gave Kate! You could see it on her face! Astounded, amazed, thrilled and so proud to just bust a lung belting that wonderful song for all those fans at the Spectrum. One of the forgotten moments in sports that needs to be remembered.

[@ARIZJOE]

The guy in the Flyers' management who thought of using Ms. Smith's song, and then getting her in person was a genius. The crowd loved it, she loved it, and it is a memory hockey fans will never forget. In today's America we don't have originals like Kate Smith, and professional sports are not as much fun.

[@emiliodibenedetto4654]

That is so awesome. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@nsakic]

This is classic!... kate smith and her amazing voice!

[@moonprinnces]

I wish there were more singers like her today.

[@Murph3579]

Kate Smith was an extraordinary patriot. This moment is special because of the bi-centennial. I am a New York Rangers fan and can certainly show respect. This special moment only out done by Wayne Mesmer at the Old Chicago Stadium before A Blackhawks playoff game. The whole building literally shook. The Spectrum was a great, old building as well whose decibel levels were deafening.

[@239tink]

@OldWoman1958 I'm sitting here on April 7, 2011 @ 1:30AM and it brought back memories as well as tears to my eyes. Yes, Kate Smith was wonderful and a tradition that is part of Philadelphia even today. Thank you for taking the time to post this. I will definitely add it to my favorites AND come back to view it many, many times!

[@hotforxx]

My Dad's Mother (My Grandmother) who would be over a 100 years old now, LOVED....Kate Smith. I grew up to really appreciate decent and traditional music and salutes to our country.

[@124014908]

Kate Smith singing God Bless America just sends chills through my body. What a great lady. My parents told me so often how much this lady inspired Americans in the dark days of WW2. RIP Ms Smith!

[@donnacooper274]

Chills and thrills for The Song and The Great Kate!

[@Gwenlj]

she is the best there ever was! God bless America!!

[@Mrsmassflex]

God Bless America, Kate Smith, Irving Berlin and the Philadelphia Flyers!

[@Tylerboyd2001]

I am Canadian and I love that song

[@tammyleederwhitaker649]

RIP Kate Smith🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@edwardkohout3494]

Wonderful! Thanks for posting.

[@OldWoman1958]

I don't know how you can watch this video and not get goose bumps and tears. Kate Smith...truly an American Patriot.

[@Mike-yx9cn]

Disgraceful what the Flyers did to this woman.

[@anthonydavinci7985]

Outstanding !! Beautiful !!

[@georgewerner547]

An American Treasure!! Love You Always Kate!

[@Bijoushow]

This sent chills down my spine! *shiver* A great singer, a great song, and the Flyers. . . . this is legendary stuff. Thanks for posting!

[@kaang69]

I'm not American, but Kate Smith's rendition of "God Bless America" gives me goosebumps. What a beautiful singer. God Bless her as well.

[@Naloxone2]

I remember watching this game. Thanks for the memories.

[@wito6998]

Her voice inspired the American dream for every race, color, and creed. That’s why so many will do anything to get here 👍🏾🇺🇸

[@mfactor69]

Awesome!! Brings back great memories. Thanks

[@richardviner8586]

Kate smith had a wonderful singing voice and I really enjoyed listening to her.

[@bmbutler2]

Gives me chills to watch this. THIS is what our country used to be and will never be again if people don't wake up. Wonderful memory. God bless Kate Smith

[@bugpwdrdust]

"those were the days"

[@mustangcircut]

Coming from a Bruins fan, this is great! I love when they sing this at your Flyers games! Kate Smith and Lauren Hart, true talent!!!!

[@jspo3446]

No one sings it like Kate Smith. She was the best and always will be. The whimps can kiss the ground she walked on

[@TheVerbalVolley]

Absolutely awe inspiring. Kate Smith owns this song. Everyone who sings it is just a stand-in for her. They should only replay Kate's version at various events...it is THAT good.

[@drewterry348]

we need our senators and representatives to learn the words to this song

[@waynebrasler]

A very smart and savvy Lady. I have a long radio interview with her in Chicago and she is the real deal.

[@JohnDonovanProductions]

Thanks for sharing! Irving Berlin wrote " God Bless America " in 1918 for his soldier show Yip Yip , Yiphank . However , it was withdrawn and lay unused until Kate Smith asked Berlin for a new patriotic song to sing on the radio for Armistice Day , 1938. It became an instant hit . The poem " America the Beautiful " by Katherine Lee Bates , a professor of English at Wellesley College , was inspired by a 1893 visit to Pike's Peak . It is unknown who joined it with Samuel Augustus Ward's hymn Materna , composed in 1882. Both songs have been suggested as alternatives to " The Star Spangled Banner " as our national anthem , for they celebrate America's great assets -- its natural beauty and its people . Thought you might enjoy some musical history ;)

[@chinqupinchatter9485]

When Kate Smith received standing ovations just for her song

[@MrRick1944]

love kate smith

[@gogognick]

GO FLYERS GO PHILADELPHIA GO AMERICA EVERYTIME ME AND MY FATHER LISTEN TO THIS WE CRY!!!!

[@dukedogs]

the sound the crowd makes when her name is announced is incredible.

[@bdwyblu]

I'm a 44 year old Ranger fan. Kate Smith singing GBA at the Spectrum is the most thrilling thing i've ever witnessed in sports

[@JenniferMcMullenMusic]

I am weeping! Kate Smith was a national treasure!

[@goodtogonow3]

I love Canada. I am American born but I love this country. I had the honor of living there for a bit and my daughter was born there. I will always treasure my time there

[@williammizebee]

36-3-1 God bless America a 🏆winner here she comes 🙏 she lifted an entire country 41-45 ww2 and today God bless her

[@LaReinaDelBarrio]

This woman inspired me so much!

[@frankswisher6342]

love this song brings tears to my eyes when Kate does her thing should b our national anthem

[@greenonions7492]

The P.C. Stormtroopers strike, again. It's like the novel 1984.

[@thecoopstah09]

CAPITALS ARE THEY ONLY WAY I CAN EXPRESS MY EOMTIONS - Kate Smith is an amazing young lady who makes me proud to not only be an American but also a Veteran - she is so precise when she sings this beautiful song that represents our country, i think she has passed away although i'm not sure, however i can say this , Ms Smith was for sure a class act. God bless her soul.She was a special human being. :)

[@damienrecords]

She was a national treasure. She WILL always own this song!

[@dhamill61]

She was quoted as saying this was the greatest moment of her career. God Bless Kate ...

[@waynebrasler]

What is amazing is that until a very late age her vocal powers continued and performing vitality remained undiminished. She was touring and doing concerts way way late in her life to sold-out houses in the most prestigious venues.

[@fasbc]

Come join us at "God Bless Kate Smith ~ The Great Kate Smith Fan Group". We love Kate!

[@YAHSLittleOne]

I remember when Kate Smith would appear on television and this was her theme song. Surely she's looking down from Heaven and interceding now in prayer for the U.S.A. It's great to hear people singing this song again!

[@1949man]

She 'owned' this song and rightly so. God love her..

[@Murph3579]

Kate Smith is America!

[@tammyleederwhitaker649]

God Bless America 🙏

[@cindyann072]

Thank you for sharing this.

[@WaltzingMtilda]

I officially love you forever for posting this.

[@frankswisher6342]

Come on people where are ur thumbs up n replies back 2 me I love Kate Smith and God bless America

[@djm51x]

she is so good

[@nickferrandino]

I think kate smith and the spectrum should be put in the flyers hall of fame

[@user-gr8dl1lf7c]

When my Habs played against those great Flyers in 76, Both Roger Doucet in Montreal and Kate Smith in Philly were part of the games. Ghosts in the Forum waked up when Doucet began to sing and there's not a single fan in the Spectrum who wasnt in the game after signing God bless America with Smith. Good memories.

[@bluepit2021]

As a life long flyers fan I've never saw her outside of singing the anthem until a minute ago watching her on what's my line in 1965 with betty white, crazy.