Bob Hope Christmas Special (1967)

Presents Bob Hope's annual USO tour of Southeast Asian military bases. Features Raquel Welch, Elaine Dunn, Phil Crosby, Barbara McNair, and Miss World, Madeleine Hartog Bell.
ARC Identifier 64135 / Local Identifier 342-SFP-1848.
National Archives and Records Administration

[@edwinreeves6465]

I have total respect for Mr Hope ! Whether you liked him or not, he was there along with Racquel Welch and another young lady to try and entertain the young troops that day. I didn't get a chance to see his show while I was in Vietnam because my area of operation was extremely too close for their troop to take a chance of losing their lives. But I applaude him for his devotion to bring a smile on those young soldier's faces ! I am very proud of his action's ! Rest In Peace Mr. Bob Hope !

[@eddellinger1780]

I just watched this today. The uniquely beautiful Raquel Welch passed away two days ago.

[@marsmission-zw9fq]

(Thanks for the memory); lady asks Bob and man with a cane to remove a bat that flew into her flat. They enter the flat. Man with cane; "so where's this bat?" Lady; "I don't know." Man with cane to Bob; Ok, where would you hide if you were a bat? Bob Hope; "You're thinking of a horse!" 😂😂😂❤🤣🤣🫡

[@ddivincenzo1194]

Thank you for your service.

[@larrymcgill5508]

I was an ambulatory patient at the 1967 DaNang Christmas show at Freedom Hill. It was a great show, but the end of the show was something I will never forget. Over 10,000 lonely guys singing Silent Knight in harmony. I still choke up whenever I hear that song and remember that moment. A lot of those guys aren’t here to remember the beautiful memory of that moment of brotherhood.

[@norcaldigger348]

Glad you made it home. Thank you for your service.

[@jrn2121]

Thank you for being there for all of us Larry.

[@BUSTER.BRATAMUS]

Thanks for all you did...

[@carolbell8008]

Hi Larry, Merry Christmas!2021 🎄

[@ronniebishop2496]

Glad you got back. I turned 21 in Phu Cat in 1971.

[@kenyongray2615]

God bless all the USA vets from the Revolutionary War to today. Bob Hope was born in London and became a citizen of the USA before he was 20. He is on the Mount Rushmore of entertainers. What he did for our troops all over the world is beyond words. Thanks for the video.

[@markross2124]

Absolutely, Bob Hope, not John Wayne, is America, unselfishness and caring.

[@DexterHaven]

And Hope made the Oscars a great annual party for 17 years. After him, it flopped.

[@randallanthony1794]

Wrong I would have to say John Wayne and Elvis first them Mr hope.​@@markross2124

[@Redmenace96]

What a time capsule! Pure gold. I must be getting old. When I was young, thought Bob Hope was corny. Now? He cracks me up! The dude is legend.

[@thequietpoet]

Oh Lord... I Agree!

[@loganjames3789]

Agreed. Hope's entertaining was a valuable service to those in theatres of war. His generation understood on a deep level the responsibilty to serve society. Morale is crucial to those that are defending principles such as freedom, especially when they are risking their futures and their lives.

[@spirwitchualinc8130]

Ha! I just said the same thing..Thought Bob Hope was a bit corny..but shame on me..the man did so much for our troops...Sad to hear of Raquel Welchs passing today...Was great to see how much joy she brought to our soldiers as well ..RIP Raquel Welch🙏🏻🌈

[@eddellinger1780]

Same!☝🏻 (Also Raquel Welch passed away two days ago 😞)

[@OldCorpsEd]

Never got to see the show - was too far north, too isolated and dangerous for anyone to visit. But I'm grateful for all that Bob Hope did all those years for our troops - never a Christmas at home for himself. And I thank the performers and beauties who sacrificed to do this with him. Bob Hope and his troupe was about the only evidence that people back home cared about us. Thank you all.

[@larryboatwright1660]

Was up north also. Wish I'd been able to see the show. But thank him for making the guys smile for a little bit.

[@sarahgarner5425]

Mr hope was a wonderful human being. He brings a smile to my face and a tear in my eyes. Unforgettable.

[@mediclimber]

Man, he was a true patriot, couldn't do enough for our troops overseas. He's truly missed.

[@GalaxyDaveD]

I lost my cousin Feb. 3rd. 1967 in Vietnam. He was Specialist Four HHT, 1ST SQDN, 11TH ARMORED CAVALRY, USARV Army of the United States. His transport vehicle hit a land mine as he and his passenger were burned and eventually died from their injuries. I will never forget him as I will never forget all those who entertained our fighters and gave them a little joy during explosive times. Thank you Bob and many others.

[@sammoon67]

Bob Hope entertained my dad in WWII, my brother in Vietnam, and me in Desert Storm! What a great American!!! RIP, Bob!

[@trevorgwelch7412]

Thank You For Your Service 🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

What a great link between your family’s services!

[@danam0228]

an amazing guy, I have just rediscovered him, miss him

[@danam0228]

@@amalHope3 Yeah, but Bob put on a good show for the troops

[@usncorpsman7966]

I never got to see Bob Hope, always in the jungle.

[@bungalowdweller]

Watching Xmas Eve, 2020. The last time I watched this was at Xmas, '67. Mom died suddenly not a month before; she was 46. This gave me great comfort, courage and perspective. I was 13 years old. I'm watching it tonight for the same reason. God Bless the USA and all the Patriots who will not back down.

[@delbertbrown2863]

Amen to That!!!

[@eddellinger1780]

Wow, your Mother was so young. I'm sorry for the loss at such a young age for you as well. {I see it's been 2yrs since this post, we're (🇺🇲) still fighting strong for our country.}

[@donald8354]

Sorry for you loss.

[@martinleavitt6094]

👍🇺🇸

[@bluecollar58]

I think the most impressive thing about this is how informed Hope was. Most of his jokes were obviously just for these guys , I think that shows how important he felt this was. After watching him land on that carrier, I guess the fact that he risked his life to do these things , shouldn’t be overlooked.

[@isabellerajottecorpo]

We are 6 days before Christmas Eve on this years 2020 ,who else is watching this .may you find peace .love ,wealth and complete Health 🙏

[@acgillespie]

And with any luck n hope.. The jab of Life

[@usncorpsman7966]

Here...Bob Hope was the best!

[@isabellerajottecorpo]

@@acgillespie May you be shower with blessing and receive immediate miracles

[@isabellerajottecorpo]

@@usncorpsman7966 i am move by the whole circumstance, all those people far from home .and all the sacrifice made .

[@acgillespie]

@@isabellerajottecorpo .Thank you & let be bless you in return. I wish every smile you embrace brings you love n joy for great peace and health. You now own it

[@2098elk]

Every time I see this it brings a tear to my eyes. Vietnam Era veteran. Welcome Home!

[@michaelashcraft8569]

I can't even think of Bob Hope without a tear in my eyes, and, Raquel was much more than a beautiful body, she is a patriot, a real American dream! Doc Mike USN

[@etorres385]

The memories of being at my Abuelita's house when I was 12 years old watching this with my now late uncles during the Vietnam war, so many of our heroes didn't make it home. Rest in Peace

[@Rainwatercolor]

Hats off to our amazing forces!!! Most of all who are 76 or so now. Thank you all for your service!!! Love our Bob Hope (age 64 in 1967 he lived until 2003 made it to 100 years old RIP!!!) we watched and prayed every Christmas as he entertained our beloved troops.

[@Firebrand55]

Bob Hope....unforgettable, unrepeatable, unalloyed, unassailable, ...a man for all seasons and a true friend to American Forces everywhere. His laughter shortened the War.

[@WilliamSarokon]

Raquel Welch, wow!!!!! Now that's everyman's dream. She is 100% dynamite!!!!!!

[@ronnichols884]

I was there, December 17th, 1967, Udorn Thailand. Still remember it very well. Bob, I know you are in Heaven now. You gave us the greatest Christmas gift we could ever have. Your love and the talent of you and all of your performers. All I can say is, "Thanks for the memories". Love you forever, Bob.

[@annadenham5259]

Thank you for defending our country.

[@charlesnolan7602]

USO, BOB HOPE All the Vietnam Vets SALUTE! I turned 18 in 1973. I was old enough to know that before the draft was stopped, we grade schoolers kind of knew if the war had continued. I have known Viet Vets- my Uncle was at one of the air bases during Tet. Merry Christmas to you all.

[@donmvick]

Was so thrilled to see my dad in the audience. I saw all the newspaper clipping my grandmother had from when my dad was seen by his whole hometown on tv.

[@Dowiita]

omg really?

[@virginialawler7725]

Wow! What a lovely extra special treasure...and memory!

[@norcaldigger348]

I was eligible for being drafted during the last few years of the war but my lottery numbers were high. I had friends that went and came back but were never the same. I have the utmost respect for those that went. It's heartbreaking to look at all of the soldiers and think about all of the ones that never returned home to their families and the ones that forever bear the physical and mental scars. I enjoyed this video and remember watching these shows when I was young. Thanks to everyone that has served our country.

[@kathyyoung1774]

Merry Christmas and God bless.

[@essentialeugene]

Hello I think President Lyndon B. Johnson got America involved in the Vietnam War. Richard Nixon wanted to end it. Had JFK not been killed, the Vietnam War would not have escalated the way it did.

[@eddellinger1780]

I remember getting my draft card in the mail back in '72. I was 17. Scared to death I was going to have to go. (I miss the days when Americans actually talked and interacted with one another, before social media. But yet, here I am on s.m. today!)

[@dochollywood4576]

This was 1967. I can't help but wonder how many of the brave young men we all see in the audience here never made it home without PTSD or some wasting disease or worse, never made it home. May God bless and keep our fighting men and women safe. Thank you!

[@donald8354]

If you was in combat didn’t you have more chances of getting killed.Brave men.

[@philippesauvie639]

A great patriot once said “Every war is a bankers war.” Thanks for the memories Bob.

[@trooseveltg]

I've watched this more times that I can count. It brings tears to my eyes every time. I was in the Navy in '67, on submarines so I never had the privilege of seeing him. Bob Hope was a great man, R.I.P. Mr. Hope.

[@dennisholst4322]

His house in Palm Springs is fabulous

[@catman8670]

Bob Hope, loved by millions of Vets! ❤️

[@43cjd]

I came across this little gem and was immediately transported back to the 60's when all of our family gathered around the television to watch Bob Hope and company entertain our wonderful servicemen. RIP in peace Mr. Hope. Your dedication to our servicemen and women did not go unnoticed. Bob Hope was a national treasure. He was the Christmas gift that kept on giving. Thanks for the memories Mr. Hope.

[@slickmic6113]

God bless all you Vietnam veterans!! I know you guys got a raw deal but thank you so much!! for keeping us safe in America and abroad!!

[@brucemacmillan7128]

Know who got a raw deal? The people of Vietnam. 2 million dead. Compare that to the 58 thousand or so Americans who were used as cannon fodder in a useless, stupid war and re-evaluate your foolish notions about the war protecting America. The only thing being protected was Lyndon, and Richard Nixon's ego.

[@elainelosee7974]

Hello Bob Hope, all the Soldiers, the guest traveling 😀 with show. How 🤔 ❓ 🤔 ❓ exciting to be with These beautiful 😍 ❤ entertainers donating their Time to be with these brave, dedicated solders. How lucky 😍 😫 😪 are, to have them on are sude. Thanks to the United States 🇺🇸 🇺🇲 🙏 🙌 Military, Army, Navy, Air Foce, Marines. Thank You to our Editorial staff ❤ ♥ 💙 💖 😘 🙏 ❤ for sharing this for us, safe from Harms Ways. God Bless everyone, no matter Whom, 🤔 Where What Creed National Origin, We Love You, Extremely Proud of Eachone of You. Can't forget the Women Services in the Corp. We Salute You All, and Big Hugs to Bob Hope 🤗 ❤ 💙 ♥. .

[@EarthSurferUSA]

@Ron Roast Thank you. A bit young to be stolen to "serve", (serve what? we did not know), but you see reality better than the guy who started this thread, (He got good grades in college I am sure). If we do not know we are fighting for the philosophies of individual liberty that created the USA exceptionally, than we have no idea what we were really fighting for. Thank God for Ann Rand. It is actually traceable that she ended the draft, (free people should not have their kids scooped up for war against their will, not freedom), with a friend of hers as an advisor for Nixon. I do thank you though man for your patriotism, (and glad you are here to tell a bit of your story, still living). I just wish we had patriots as your bosses. I think those patriots died after WW2.

[@2Uahoj]

@Ron Roast Not exactly, the years long effort definitely slowed the communist movement throughout the wider region, keeping countries like Thailand and Indonesia largely free of it. Whether that was worth the price is another question, but it definitely did have that effect.

[@2Uahoj]

@@brucemacmillan7128 Yes, but so much depends on outcome; if it had been all over in 6 months as the planners thought, we would all be lauding the effort today and remarking what a great and prescient decision it was.

[@viciousgamerhd476]

These will never be repeated . Timeless

[@mikemcquaide5727]

What an American treasure Bob Hope was! Did you know that he is the only American who never served in our Armed Forced to be granted an honorary Veteran status by the Pentagon? What a classy guy he was! Thanks for the memories Bob!

[@rabidfarmer9765]

He didnt need to- deployed plenty!

[@pfflyer3381]

Born in England

[@onlythewise1]

@@pfflyer3381 yep he was but did he get american citizens ship

[@annmiller1347]

I loved watching his specials! My brother, Dave did two tours around this time

[@acgillespie]

Yea. Hollywood Studio's & Big Pharma / Networks profits had nothing at all to do with nothing. One thing never changes. How damn stupid people are

[@jamesziegelhoffer1548]

I was stationed on the USS Ranger CVA-61 and was lucky to have been able to see Bob Hope's Christmas show. I was up on the Island and will never forget it. Bob Hope & Martha Raye were two very special Americans who devoted their time and talent to entertain the service men & women during many of this countries wars & conflicts.

[@robertdiotalevi2882]

James, thank you for your fine service to our country.

[@KowboyUSA]

Bob Hope was real entertainer and a genuine American. R.I.P. Sir!

[@thegyvel7732]

Got to see Hope in '69 at Korat. A family tradition: My father saw him in France in 1945. :o)

[@ottojones3162]

Thank you and your father for your service.

[@ramongonzalez2112]

To the servicemen and women who gave so much to this country, Bob gave so much to them.✌️👍🇺🇸

[@adiraodeda7962]

Last 15 minutes brought me to tears. God Bless Our Veterans and our Troops.

[@lynneferencik1378]

This man did a fantastic job over the years entertaining those who gave so much to our country ! Thank you Mr Hope

[@Luvbeatles12]

The boys that were sent overseas sure were young. Thank you all for your service, God Bless You and may those that didn't return, rest in peace.

[@tuforu4]

Kids

[@Rikki0]

Thank you, Dee. Semper Fi. An Hoa River Basin/Arizona Territory. Vietnam 69-71.

[@acgillespie]

Too young and dumb to have learned about fear. perfect for the job

[@temeculajoe]

Historically the working class and poor have fought wars for the wealthy and powerful. They lined their pockets while the young gave their lifes

[@sharksport01]

Average age - 19.

[@alskndlaskndal]

A fascinating look back at a tumultuous time in history... Bob was a great man for bringing joy to those service members so far from home.

[@Radiotron47]

I WAS IN THE CROWD AT CHU LAI THAT DAY ! 🇺🇸 THANK YOU BOB ! ❤ Paul

[@JohnRoland]

This was a real labor of love for the troops by Bob Hope. He did not have to do these shows.

[@toddmorgan350]

I remember watching Bob Hope specials when I was a kid in the 70's and 80's. One of NBC's signiture stars. That era of television is gone forever. Memories I will have forever.

[@thomasmcdaniel6264]

Bob. Thanks for the memories! You gave us more respect than anyone.

[@LAFan]

Bob Hope specials on NBC were the best. Glad I got watch them through the 1990s.

[@bascet1]

I felt a tinge of pride and I'm British! ALL you Americans should be proud of those brave lads!!!!!

[@sharoncrawford7192]

My dad was in the Air Force. When I was 8 yrs old we were stationed at Clark AFB. We went to see a Bob Hope show. We had to stand the whole time, and my dad had to put me up on his shoulds because I could see.

[@Crazeyfor67]

Wow,,I never missed one of his specials as a kid. My brothers and sisters and I made a night of it. We all sitting around the television with Pepsi"s and popcorn. What a great service Bob and his crew did for these brave men!

[@miked8227]

Used to walk down to the corner store (1967-68 ) when I was just a kid to see a poster of Raquel on the door. Didn’t have any money in my pocket but it was worth the walk.

[@rhondafortson5205]

GOD BLESS BOB HOPE & all the classy, generous stars that spent their Christmases with our military heros!! Not only did the military look forward to the BH shows, but as a young, young kid..so did I. RIP BH!!

[@v8valiant68]

Raquel Welch is so scrumptious, in every which way you look at her, so beautiful, I'd travel back in time just to see her.

[@manymoonstraveled]

Thanks for the memories Mr. Hope. Thank you for entertaining our American Hero’s and Allies. I watched your shows in the 60’s and will never forget. God bless our troops ❤️

[@fast03vette4me]

Wow- I could watch Raquel Welch sing all day everyday.

[@falconalley7228]

Watched this today November 11, 2019 Veterans Day and could not help but realize these soldiers that Bob Hope and company entertained, their generation served the country well thought at a very difficult time. Thank you for your service.

[@joycepino9749]

The men who served in Vietnam were Baby Boomers,

[@georgewallot7739]

Anyone who served, especially during wartime, remembers Bob Hope. I had the opportunity to see 3 of his shows in Anchorage Alaska where I served in the US Army in the 1960s. 2 of the shows were mini versions for a small group of GIs at the Nike Missile Bases around Anchorage. Since I worked on the Radars there, I had clearance to get into these shows. About 100 people in attendance and it was up close and personal. I will never forget those times. God bless Bob Hope wherever he is.

[@bennyjazzful]

Raquel Welch is so,so gorgeous! Bob is so,so brilliant ! Well done

[@garycarpenter2980]

I was born in march of that year and I'm just a baby but seeing this video is great and now I'm older I didnt get to see these shows and i see they are in good shape and has lasted all these 50yrs

[@sharonharrison3611]

God bless Bob Hope for bringing a short time of peace to our troops in Vietnam. God bless all our military. 🙏❤🇺🇲

[@hypolyxa7207]

Thank you so much for uploading this. The world needs more HOPE! A man from a bygone era...

[@ronaldmoore5187]

Me Hope was the best person to donate his time entertaining the troops all over the world!!!! He will be missed by all the future soldiers!! I hope to see him in heaven since I didn’t get to see him in my life. God bless you Bob !!

[@tomtraill365]

I was there, at the show, in Danang in 1967. Had great seat and got a nice autographed picture of Raquel. Many thanks to Bob Hope and all of the star entourage during troubled times.

[@sorryfortheinconvenience]

Raquel Welch was so beautiful, good heavens. Can you even imagine? Wow!

[@jpetes9046]

I was 11 years old at the time this was filmed... I knew the world was fucked up and I was embarrassed... I prayed things would get better... they did.... and then they didn’t... I’m praying again as a 64 year old grandfather

[@edro31111]

I can't imagine spending so many of my Christmas holidays away from my family and home. Bob did it year after year and brought a little bit of home to these guys and gals. God Bless him and the other performers for their service to our country and troops!

[@unknown-lf6zx]

Raquel Welch is my parents age so I never saw her young (she’s still gorgeous now) but good lord that may be the most beautiful woman ever! I never saw her this age and she’s breathtaking

[@romeoortegaiii2299]

Beautiful Show and dedication to all our men and women who stepped up to the plate when our nation called to fight Communist agression in Southeast Asia. Much love to Bob Hope and crew. I watched the televised programs as a little kid.

[@3704ruben]

Met him a couple of months before he passed away, in Palm Springs where he retired to. Between you & me, He had me laughing so hard. He'll have them going in Heaven.

[@cromerbeach]

Love that story

[@DC-zu2qx]

Wow!!! You are so lucky!! Meet Bob Hope....

[@americanspirit8932]

In my opinion Bob Hope, was one of the best entertainers in Hollywood. I enjoyed many many of his movies I believe I have watched just about every single one that he made. When he appeared live on TV he was always a big big hit everybody love Bob Hope. May he rest in peace. And thank you Bob Howe for entertaining me for so many many years God bless you.

[@moonglow1311]

Thank you for sharing this video with the world. I hope future generations will have the desire to view this. To see that war is never the answer. To take these beautiful young men away from their families, for a lost cause. I'm crying as I write this. I lived thru this. It ruined my 19 year old brothers life. He joined the Marines in '69, only to flee to Canada. I wonder how many of these men came home in a body bag...Thank you Bob Hope, for entertaining our troops, and letting them they were not forgotten.....

[@iamcoreilly]

As an airforce wife I was lucky to see the show in Guam, 1968. (Husband had to work!) He brought Ann Margaret and her husband, the Golddiggers, Les Brown and his band. I felt a little guilty being allowed to see this special event.

[@Holiday48000]

I saw the Bob Hope Christmas Show in January 1967, I really enjoyed the entertainment and most of all the girls. We all were so young back then 50 years ago, but now I will he 70 in a few weeks and I will always remember my Vietnam experience and thank GOD for good Americans like Bob Hope..

[@jonbryan330]

I'm with you brother. I hit the 70 mark last Sep on Fri the 13th. Can't be that bad bc I'm still around hearing about Mick Jagger just having baby #8 and he's older than dirt. Feel about 50. No major issues. Had 28 Corvettes so far and hope to end the collection with at least 30. That started just before I got drafted with a 63 Split Window Coupe which I had to sell in a hurry bc LBJ would not take over the payments. Promptly got another SWC in 68 with my chump change Army savings when I got back to the world. It will all end soon but the memories will last forever via KZbin et al. That was a good show and life has been a good show. Now it's someone else's turn at all this.

[@johnrunion5357]

thank you for your service.

[@jonbryan330]

We thank you John. It was either that or flee to Canada.

[@Holiday48000]

Jon, I had no money to go to Canada, so I did my duty..lol.. it was ok.

[@jonbryan330]

LBJ sent me "Greetings for Induction" but he failed to pick up my monthly payment on my SWC Corvette which had to become a quick forced-sale. I made up for it on the other end. My best buddy was not lucky either. He was 1st Cav Infantry KIA one month after in-country. They named a park after him in MA. Never lived to have a family. Sad!

[@hmc2s]

God Bless Bob Hope and all those who helped him entertain our troops in Vietnam and around the world.

[@ferraridassa6393]

in memory of Bob Hope 🤍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKbZhWuQoJt9ndU

[@2ndarmoredhellonwheels106]

@Time4Truth yeah right! Go back to reading the NANCY Pelosi and Bernie Sanders book on hate america communist liberal manifesto.

[@OikPoinFive]

@Joe Lev Sadly he's burning in Satan's pit. He was a womanizer in real life! I never knew that! Sin is real.

[@jillhebert4551]

@@OikPoinFive omg ! Harsh . You don't know if he's in hell of not ! What are you God ? 🤬 I think not ! Judge not lest you be judged !! 😐 Keep that in mind and remember David in the Bible ? Oh ya Yes the man After God's own heart ... He had an affair and God forgave him . So God forgives ... It's called Mercy. God bless your 'lil heart 🧡

[@lucienvandegaart3611]

Lived all

[@lydialanata8714]

Bob Hope gave a breath of fresh air along with those beautiful women to our " boys" in a war that left too many heroes and very little appreciation of the sacrifices they endured!

[@slickmic6113]

Bob Hope gave so much to the American servicemen this world is a far lonelier place without him in it!!!!

[@Mike-fp5rc]

As the camera pans the audience of all those thousands of boys in uniform always makes me well up (especially knowing that a lot of them never came home). But on the lighter side, the skits with Bob and Rachel are beyond classic ... she was rocking out like Ann Margaret in Kitten With a Whip!

[@tombyrne3072]

Did not get to see him in 67 as had to work, but Mr. Hope was the greatest HOPE that we had. He brought more MERRY to Christmas, to Soldiers since the Second than will ever be known. The man and his troupe (that was willing to give up Christmas at home with family) to help us soldiers away from family is now an ANGEL, and we all THANK YOU FOR THE MEMORIES. Tom Byrne Nam 67-68

[@theanswerisinthebackofyourhead]

THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE, I WAS BORN IN 64 AND MY FATHER WAS IN VIETNAM IN 67 AND REMEMBER IT WAS VERY STRESSFUL FOR MY MOM AND MY AUNTS AND UNCLES AT THE TIME. HE CAME HOME EVENTUALLY BUT HE HAD SOME PTSD. HE NEVER TALKED ABOUT WHAT HE SAW OVER THERE BUT NOW THAT I AM OLDER. I CAN JUST IMAGINE.

[@davis7099]

Just great. Old fashioned gags, some songs and gorgeous woman entertainers all playing along. The joy and happiness on the mens faces is priceless.

[@scottstanford3832]

Incredible! Thanks for the memory... and thanks to those who served!

[@rickstallings2513]

One thing for sure, Bob's Christmas shows were very popular. Danang Xmas 67 standing room only was no joke! Hitchhiked all the way across town to get to the show only to grab a spot on the hill a long ways off. Stage looked like a postage stamp but was worth it.

[@gehlen52]

Raquel Welch still beautiful 48 years later.

[@WilliamSarokon]

Amen!!!!!

[@rabidfarmer9765]

she never got old. Same with Candice Bergen

[@georgiahughes6404]

Yes, she was on a par with Sophia Loren.

[@gehlen52]

@@georgiahughes6404 Yes, and still is.

[@markraum4781]

🎶thanks for the mammories🎵

[@dhall058]

This is also kind of sad, hearing the expectations of the war ending soon, seeing the young troops. My respect to all who served over there, and to the USO entertainers who've come out to cheer us up while deployed.

[@marcwetzel3730]

My dad was in plei ku that Christmas..my mother and I couldn't see him..we tried..but at least we got the feeling of being with him.

[@albertagal46]

For all the Vets who were there and the others who did not come home Thank You on this Memorial Day 2016.

[@jonbryan330]

Here's to my Jr HS buddy Francis (Frank) Schmautz from MA. Ran into him at Ft Hood TX at a base bar joint and still remember a Bob Dylan tune on the jukebox. I was training with the 135th Assault Helicopter Company and the full company went over on C130's from TX. Frank, my best early school buddy in Washington DC enlisted in the Army and went Infantry. He was KIA just one month after in-country. They named a city park after him in Worcester MA.

[@carolynking7847]

Jon Bryan, no one has walked in your shoes, but I want to tell you how much I appreciate everything you stood for and that of your dear friend, Frank Schmautz. Glad to know you returned home safely.

[@NiceChest1]

Jon Bryan God bless you and your buddies who served our country. You are brave warriors!

[@stealthymonk8808]

3.5 million Vietnamese dead - USA number 1 -

[@mikemraz9448]

Like it

[@Miatacrosser]

This brings back so many memories. I use to watch these when I was a kid. God Bless Bob Hope and all the USO entertainers that brought a small slice of home to our troops. Saw the USS Ranger when I was 12 in Dry Dock at Hunter's Point, San Francisco in 1964. That is one big boat.

[@disciple724365]

Great stuff, nothing like this today. Our nation could use this patriotism, love of county, love of military today. Thank you for sharing, worth the watch. Thanks for the memories. Semper Fidelis. Ooh-Rah!

[@gkprivate433]

i have been to thailand 15 times since 2004. I was born in 57 and just a bit too young to have gone to Vietnam. In 82 I joined the USAF. God bless Mr Hope for what he did. he brought such a relief and reprieve from the Vietnam shit to so many troops. I remember watching his specials and they were great. I even understood most of the jokes.

[@algae1000]

I was fortunate enough to see this show at Korat. Raquel seemed much more talented when I saw her then, not that we were actually listening to her sing. She could have just walked around on stage and not utter a word and we would have been happy. It was really hard when they came to the end of the show where Barbara Mac Nair sang Silent Night. There wasn't a dry eye in the place! Just about one month after this, the SHTF during the 68 Tet Offensive. Not a good time after that! Thanks Bob!

[@dillysgirl4ever]

I was 7 years old and remember watching edited versions of Hope’s USO shows on TV. I was too young at the time to really understand what was going on or to appreciate Hope’s humor. Watching it today with 60-year old adult eyes I get it - Bob Hope was one of the best comedians ever and his heart and soul were 100% for the troops he entertained. There will never be another.

[@mikewrasman5103]

Yes,sir!

[@tangoseal1]

Bob Hope was amazing!

[@jamesmccutchen2014]

I saw bob hope in Bahrain with his last uso Christmas show.god bless him

[@Sugarmountaincondo]

22 bases in 15-Days, that was an insane schedule, but BOB HOPE did it !!

[@owl1873]

This was an amazing experience, I'm glad I took the time to watch the hole thing. Thank you to all the men and women former and present that patrioticly serve this great Nation the United States. GOD Bless.

[@fannyprice7529]

Oh my heart watching this ♥️- a time capsule of the America I grew up in. God bless those troops- Raquel and Bob Hope!

[@jimratliff2753]

Talk about a morale builder....Bob and his shows must have been the best thing we could do for these USA hero's when we were at war. Gotta give him credit for being a great American.

[@harryingle7141]

I had the privilege to see Mr. Bob and the luscious Rachel Welch in December at Camp Enari (Pleiku)..

[@JDAbelRN]

You all are Patriots in my eyes, and includes the USO Entertainment, including, my Lord, Raquel Welch.

[@Jim_Julian]

Minute 54, USS Coral Sea, I was in the audience .... thank you Bob! Raquel even visited our Ready Room.

[@sfounta541]

Bob Hope, we sure MISS YOU! Imagine if he were here to comment on the state of things today! What a comedic genius. Hilarious!!! Thanks for the memories!. :-)!!!

[@gehlen52]

That was 57 years ago, she was 27. Time has treated her very well.

[@EARLMARX3]

I remember watching these specials when I was a kid. My cousin Norval was over there. When that war ended when I was 12 I was stupid enough to think that would be the last one. Boy was I wrong. We sure do need Bob now!

[@theanswerisinthebackofyourhead]

BACK THEN THE ENTERTAINMENT LOVED AMERICA AND BELIEVED IN ITS CAUSE, TODAY??? THEY ARE ALL DRUG ADDICTED AND HATE THE COUNTRY AND BELIEVE IN SOCIALISM, COMMUNISM AND GIVE COMFORT TO AMERICAS ENEMY. ITS A SHAME AT HOW FAR WE HAVE FALLEN AS A NATION THAT WE ARE LEANING TOWARDS WHAT WE WERE FIGHTING AGAINST BACK THEN.

[@fredbishop5561]

I was at the Bob Hope Christmas show at Long Bihn in 1967 on Christmas day. I had Guard duty on Christmas eve so I couldn't go with most of the guys from our company that day. By the time I did get there on Christmas Day I was way up in the back and "nosebleed" seats. It was still such a thrill to be there. Racquel Welsh was actually lip sinking Linda Ronstat's (sp?) song (I found out later) but like others have said "who cared?" it was funny and very uplifting to most of us! Bob Hope was always a favorite of mind, but even more after that show! :)

[@pinkrose5796]

My dad was there from 65-66. Glad you had a chance to see the show and make it back home! Thank you for your service!

[@tommystraight5042]

THANK YOU SIR

[@lakikrstic9420]

What was it like to serve in Vietnam?Were you ever involved in combat?Did you get to Vietnam alone or was there someone you knew?

[@starryian007]

Raquel was and still is gorgeous.

[@mensafordummies6370]

I remember well seeing this. In the opening moments, when they announce "Bearcat", my oldest brother is one of the guys standing on the line that's hooked to the pole up in the air. My second oldest brother was in VN too, at the time but didn't get to go to the Hope show. Oldest brother did crazy things with and in helicopters. I've got a pic of him sitting on a generator repairing it while it's being flown underneath a bird to it's next location. And I've got one of my next oldest brother helping to carry kids out of a burning orphanage in VN. I've never shown him that one, one of his buddies sent it to me. That pic even made the newspaper back home. And my husband was in the bay as a Navy sailor, with Captain Caspar, "The friendly ghost on the Vietnam Coast" at the same time. A damn miracle, but we got all three of them back home alive.

[@74greendragon]

Many many Thanks for the Wonderful Memories Bob and Company. Absolutely Magic.