A COMPANY OF HEROES: THE LEGACY OF EASY COMPANY

[@raimeyewens7518]

When he said “damn kid I was there when you got it”…that really got to me.

[@american_cosmic]

Same. Not sure why a few people in the audience snickered... maybe nervous laughter

[@justinschrank4806]

Agree. And thought it was very inappropriate that the audience laughed

[@Pickleeater34]

listening to these just before the 80th D-Day Anniversary. Amazing

[@DanielMulloy-bg6gw]

I loved Babe and Bill.... I knew them the last year of their lives and I feel so fortunate..... RIP Babe and Bill.

[@mccuenoirfilms]

I love watching Frank John Hughes when Gene Guarnere is talking. You can tell how important every single word about Bill Guarnere is to him.

[@ChloeE623]

Doc Roe’s grandson’s speech brought tears to my eyes because I can, in some way, relate. My dad served in Kuwait. It changed him. I can tell from the photos and stories of him from before. It changed him and I will never know who he was before, and somehow I have to learn to live with that. I still haven’t figured out how.

[@DAWanamaker]

Given how his wounding was portrayed in Band of Brothers, that PFC Tipper survived his wounds is absolutely remarkable.

[@treeless62]

I served all of my time in the USAF in Europe. Stationed in the UK, i was determined to see it all. Veterans day came around and the significance of it really hit me hard. I met men of the British Paras that participated in Market Garden. I was asked if i had been to any of the gravesites in Europe. No i had not. That gentleman encouraged me to go. Next time i took leave i took 3 weeks. I have been to the graves in Belgium, Luxemburg and Normandy. I was awestruck by what i saw. My granddad served in the war against Japan. I had read books in history class, seen pictures. Until you stand in those grass covered bomb craters, meet people of the local villages who's children have American names, as do they. Then you stand there at the grave markers. There are not enough words to describe it. That was in last week of May, 1983. 39 years after D-Day. It still effects me.

[@american_cosmic]

I don't do much traveling. I'm not big on it. I hate flying. But I hope to God I one day can get to Europe and some of the places these men fought, including my grandfather. I feel I owe it them and to myself.

[@LawrenceDoe-wk6lo]

I am Lawrence s. Doe Sr. From Liberia, west Africa l have been following the stage Replies.

[@thomast8539]

@@american_cosmic Not sure if you are aware, but they still have cruise ships going between several cities on the east coast and Southampton or Lisbon. Of course it takes longer by ship, but the option is still available.

[@american_cosmic]

@@thomast8539 Yeah, that's most likely how I'll get over there.

[@ericcook5224]

The talk that Ed Trippers daughter did was absolutely fantastic! Actually chocked me up. That's someone who understands the full view of what really matters. Absolutely perfect!

[@bjrnmgranvang1107]

I agree, and I was stunned by her beauty as well.

[@dallassukerkin6878]

She did well to be so eloquent with that much emotion bottled up too.

[@merrylmarsh9037]

Watching George Jr. and thinking "if he talks and gesticulates like his own dad then Rick got him to a tee.". Rick was captivating.

[@itsallmyfault264]

I could listen to stories about these men all day. How lucky they all were to know them.

[@sharonwhiteley6510]

An OUTSTANDING insight into the veterans and their families of Band of Brothers and the actors who portrayed them. Respect. Honor. Love.

[@WTP_DAVE]

It brings a tear to my eye that there are no men left of easy company

[@JeffreyTappan-bb8rr]

So few real men left.

[@thomast8539]

I look at it differently. I am glad that we (outsiders) got what we got and we should be thankful that Band of Brothers became what we now know it to be. Also, its good that their families were fortunate to gain these insights and now have a better understanding of their fathers (and grandfathers). Think about how unfortunate it would be had all of them perished with no shared stories, no Ambrose book and/or no HBO mini series at all.

[@pmccoy8924]

Incredible. Being a grandson of a WW2 Lt(JG) and a great grandson of a WW1 (Maj), the road after the war discussions hit hard. Everyone handled it differently. Many stories were never told and were buried deep down inside. There were 91 divisions in the US Army during WW2. 15,000 soldiers in a division. 3-5 combat regiments. 8-10 companies in each. They all share the same general story as these men. Watched their brothers die. Unfathomable horror. Some easier, some harder. Ran into direct gunfire. Jumped from the sky behind enemy lines. Not even mentioning the Marines or Navy. Warriors. Extraordinary amounts gratitude we owe these men. This generation.

[@ConversationStartersVideo]

My favorite session at the event, what an incredible bond between all these wonderful people. Thank you to all involved!!

[@johnwilson2414]

Band of brothers touched me in a way nothing has before or since. My father served state side during the war, my uncle was in Patton's 3rd armor in the bulge. I loved my uncle dearly, but I couldn't understand why he drank like he did. Only after enlisting did I get a small idea as to why. I grew up with the men of that war as my heroes. I love to hear all the stories not just the combat stats. The personal stories of friendships and what not. Thank you to everyone involved in band of brothers.

[@chrismorgan9154]

I doubt there has ever been a Hollywood movie that has brought people together and share friendships as Band of Brothers has ever done!

[@dirkd4514]

Heres MY testiment to how meaningful that generation was to fighting that war and saving the world, and what they mean to me: I've now watched TWICE over the course of the last several months it's been out, this video of a 20-year anniversary celebration and remembrance from the performers and producers, and family members of those who they portrayed, of a television series, now two decades old, that tells the story of a generation who did the task of fighting a world war now nearly 80 years ago. Let me repeat: a 20th anniversary, of a television show, delivered by people who portrayed the real people, (not the original person's themselves, who are all now passed on), and I sat through watching this not once, but twice ..and with the same enthusiasm. Yeah, I'd say what this generation did and sacrificed in that war has a lasting effect. How grateful we can all be that we had this wonderful television series (and their cast, crew) who produced it to help bring that entire WWII generation and countless generations to follow - together - so as to not be forgotten. We are talking about helping humanity against its worst flaws: forgetting history and repeating it, and taking things for granted. If you still don't see what I'm saying, just take the theme of: war. -- which all of this originates, then look at the theme you see in this event and in this video. Love. Love of family, love of friendship, friendship between soldiers and between actors, love of movie making and of telling a worthy story for posterity. Love out of respect and admiration for those who stepped up, and last but not least love for those who sacrificed their own lives. Band of Brothers is more than a show about war, it is one of the finest portrayals of real-life greatness in humanity to ever hit television,

[@oreospeedwaggindoesamerica6078]

I’m so thankful that we have videos like this and are able to listen to these WW2 Heroes stories. I’ve loved meeting these Veterans and listening to their stories and I’m saddened that not many are left.

[@jennymontague851]

These talks have given me so much because my Dad would never talk about experiences in the war. I know he was working on a contract the US had with our allies to deliver food, and supplies, clothing, etc for the troups on the Front. But how that effected him or what he may have gone through is a mystery and it's had to find any info on it. These talks have just given some insights I would have never know otherwise. He would never talk about anything to do with the war. But it does help to know what he may have seen or been through. Thank you. You guys have given me much love just listening to you and hearing you share. Thank you.

[@kasperjensen2354]

The were called the greatest generation! And they were❤ If all people were like the guys in easy company, it would be a nice world!

[@alexfarman4580]

I'm now re watching this series again after watching this.

[@donnakrosp3734]

Just love everything about these sessions!!! It is so amazing to see relationships between the families of the soldiers and the actors as well!! We owe Easy Company so much, and knowing more of their stories is so rewarding!! It is so important for this history to live on, especially now!!!!

[@stephenfricke9298]

My father served in 1950 to 1958. He was Navy He encouraged me to read the book and gave me the mini series. It is EPIC. IT is a prized possession. When Dick Winters says," grandpa, were you a hero in The war, no but i served with a company of heros"!

[@nickgoodwin2541]

Will the interviews HBO took with the men ever be released in full. I'm sure many people would like to listen to these fine men who were so humble at what they achieved ?

[@timothymeehan181]

They are available. I’ve seen them on KZbin before. Keep looking….🙏

[@OldStreetDoc]

I could listen to these men for as long as there’s video of them. I know I’ve seen some interviews online. I do wish that there was a (complete) compilation or something that I could get.

[@cipmars]

One of my grandfather’s brothers fought in WWII and went (from Romania) as far as Stalingrad and then West to Austria. I work in TV and a guy from work urged me to get his stories on video. I didn’t do it and now it’s too late.

[@hazelichi8538]

“We stand alone together” is the interviews in full. It’s on KZbin

[@simonacland9028]

I love Mr Frank Hughes admiring "wild bill" so much

[@adambailey994]

brings a tear to ya eyes.....a different time. Not enough room in my soul for the amount of respect I have for all the WW2 vets.

[@harveyblankenship564]

My Dad was a WWII Vet (US NAVY), as well as Korea & Vietnam. Until just before my Dad died, I knew very little about my Dad's War Service (in WWII & Korea. During Vietnam, my Dad was usually home). Just before Dad's death, I learned about the Convoys across the Atlantic Ocean, to the Med Theater, and north to Murmansk, Russia, in Winter. Dad just didn't talk about the War. Neither did his friends who also served. Dad served a total of 23 years in the US NAVY - Surface Ships, Submarines, and as an Intelligence Chief Petty Officer.

[@user-gd2ww1ye7j]

Excellent truly excellent! and yes please Release anything you have there are so many people still very very interested I think it could only inspire more people to do good and make this world a better place Mg Essex England

[@davehiggins5903]

What a great interview. Amazing stories.

[@davidkimmel4216]

Powerful Powerful. Thank You

[@akiheavenly6]

Bill was such a character. I think Gene can fill a couple of podcast episodes with stories about Bill. I hope some one will invite Gene for more interviews

[@matthieubollea2216]

What a generation...

[@DaftSwank]

@9:10 “When did your father lose his leg?” “Episode 7.” 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@eamo106]

Wild Bill, Junior and actor ! three good blokes as we brits say !

[@oldsalt7534]

And it's so sad that all these men are gone now.

[@alyblakeley9526]

When he said gene was 101st in Vietnam I went HOLY SH*T those guys saw some CRAZY SH*T. RESPECT to the son and the father

[@Poindexter03]

I do have to say one thing. I’m the biggest fan ever of this entire bit of work and have gone one to follow so many of the cast through their career having first been introduced to them here. So I’m not interested in getting into a shouting match with anyone over this comment because I have zero bad intentions here. Still I am sorry that so many of the starring roles were not represented. Everyone that was there was wonderful and eloquent and clearly showed their love for the people and the project. It’s such a cultural touchstone that I’d have moved heaven and earth to have gotten Damien, Ron, Donnie… and a few others, there if even for half an day. Of course there are a thousand very reasonable reasons to not be there, and it’s far from my position to ask, but I will say that I’d loved to have seen Damien talk once more about Dick Winters. Or to hear Ron describe how what he thought would be running through Nixon’s mind as he was seeing a football field wine cellar, probably of all time- even if it was all fictional. And maybe even a taped piece from Steven and Tom. Basically I just still don’t want this show experience to end. The type of behavior, this completely unique cohesion described by the original Company men as well as the new cast and entire crew has been a lifelong passion of mine to learn about to use in my life and business.

[@akiheavenly6]

Of course the organisers would have loved to have the star actors on. But I'm afraid that Damian, Ron and Donnie are just too big of a star and too busy to be going to these events or to give long interviews about BoB if they are not promoting anything. I think Damian also wants to step away from having to carry Winters' legacy. He hinted this much in other interviews he's given. Damian was also separated from the rest of the cast a lot, so I don't think he has much to tell about his BoB experience anyway.

[@frankstone3994]

Will there ever be a generation that is greater than THAT one?

[@2011mendo]

Fantastic gathering.. But what I took from away from watching the documentary and from this, gathering... You all are speaking high of your fathers, as you should, all of you. The sons & daughters, the actors and even the representative Jody. They really were all great ... However, in the documentary, you notice, that to a man, each one of those who were there, talk about the men who did NOT come home... 😢 You all never mentioned them!!! I'm sure proud that documentary tells the truth!! These were really a, Band of Brothers

[@ronniebishop2496]

Yes I think you’re on to something. I wonder why none of the men that were killed in action, like Sgt Muck, at Foy was not mentioned or their kids were not there. Their children should have been holding up a poster picture of each one, and talk about them.

[@rheap3802]

The sandwich jump knife story 😮😮 oh my geeurrrd. I love it!!

[@dudebud72]

Excellent!

[@Chris-lh7wj]

I wish I could find more footage of easy company veterans together, particularly from these reunions in Denver, New Orleans, etc. I mostly only find short clips of them individually.

[@jerryferko8309]

Amazing stories ...........Beyond amazing .........thank u To the WWII MUSEUM

[@merrylmarsh9037]

That was beautiful!!!!

[@hazelparker5973]

I wish I had the chance to talk to my grandfather and to understand his story before he passed away. The only real thing I know is that he served in the Aleutian Islands during the war. The red cross sent him home when is father passed away.

[@ustoopia]

Aaand I'm crying, again.

[@mccuenoirfilms]

I have the same shirt Wild Bill’s son is wearing! They sold them to help raise money for his statue in Philly!

[@donaldfuller5041]

Would have been cool if more of the actors came.

[@erselley9017]

A little unrelated but Doc Roe's grandson looks identical to him. So much so I assumed it was his son. I bet his mother got a kick out of that.

[@alexanderednie1205]

FIST CITY!!!!

[@LarryWeathersby]

What did Ed Tipper mean by “pretty good CV” ?

[@brendandominick7351]

Curriculum Vitae; ie. he'd had a good career and life in general.

[@RubyBandUSA]

Babe Hefrron's daughter is a spitting image

[@Brittney001]

Even Ed Tipper's daughter! Wow 🤯🥹

[@bjrnmgranvang1107]

I'm so glad that I know the English language right down to the final thing, otherwise I'da lost a lot of good points during this analysis.

[@ronniebishop2496]

I wish the men who never came home, and are buried over there, was better represented if represented at all? Nothing guys. But don’t get me wrong I love this, my dad was right there with them in Belgium where he served with the 104th Timberwolves division and was wounded there.

[@angloaust1575]

Doing ones duty is required in all walks of life Policemen firemen doctors Nurses and other hazadous Occupations Military personell are trained To perform in combat situations!

[@zacharyjohnson6453]

How come Ed Tipper's daughter looks young enough to be his granddaughter?

[@dallassukerkin6878]

Very late child - he was 61 when she was born.

[@zacharyjohnson6453]

​​@@dallassukerkin6878 so what you're saying is he re-married and had a kid later on in life or he straight up had a kid later on because he was past his prime and didn't have kids early on like everyone else?

[@dallassukerkin6878]

@@zacharyjohnson6453 He got married when he was sixty one! And to a woman who was only thirty four at that.

[@zacharyjohnson6453]

​@@dallassukerkin6878 that's very common

[@LawrenceDoe-wk6lo]

Good morning

[@GizziMoD]

"EP7" LOL!

[@jaytm6719]

I lost it hearing that joke lol

[@robr1656]

@Jay Michael Russ I did as well. It's great all this is in video.

[@JG-ld4rs]

Wild bill and babe.

[@dmwi1549]

HBO. If you’re looking for content-please revisit these characters-using the same actors-to see how they made it home. What they did and how the war affected their lives. Too often we see the heroism and not the aftermath- both the struggles and the achievements that were yet to come for these, the greatest generation.

[@dmwi1549]

If nothing else it may help today’s service men and women and those who contemplate service to our country. You won’t come back the same. Look to each other for support as these men did. I know the documentary was made. But the legacy kept going when they returned.

[@dmwi1549]

I know the documentary is available but to put out a Next Chapter might show us all how the rest of their lives affected so many others. That is the light at the end of the tunnel so many miss. For our younger service people to learn how these men stayed in touch and relied on each other after the war. You won’t come back the same. The only people who may truly understand what you are living with are your brothers.

[@oldsalt7534]

Ed Tipper's daughter looks a lot like him.

[@josephspencer6058]

We say that about Vietnam

[@jaremaw2368]

Jewish and a Catholic. What can go wrong?

[@bigstyx]

It’s called band of brothers not high school so not to be disrespectful but why bring up after the war. Its about what happened during the war and his experience of war. I

[@twinsboy_3410]

No offense but doc rowes kin was brutal. Money grab

[@Bulldog1653]

You know, something really sticks out to me. When Babe Heffron & Bill Guarnere arrived on the set and were introduced to everyone, the level of respect that was shown to them was amazing. When the guy who played Skip Muck was introduced to Heffron and he told him "I was there when you got it, kid". I think that it was some kind of closure for them and maybe made it a little easier on them. I absolutely love the stories that Heffron and the others told about their funny experiences during their time in the War.

[@DanielMulloy-bg6gw]

My friend Gary Begley's father was in the 82nd Airborne, he jumped on D-day.... he would get drunk and violent.... he grabbed me by the throat when I was eight years old.... my mother snapped on him.... he had post traumatic stress.... no doubt!