First Time Hearing BIG & RICH “8TH OF NOVEMBER” Reaction

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[@margaretk.302]

That is a special song growing up during the war, being from a military family. One day I was talking to this man and Nam came up in the conversation. He said when he came back, he was spit on and had tomatoes thrown at him. It was sad to think about because most of the boots on the ground were drafted. This guy also told me every year he rides his Harley from California to the Wall in DC. He did it because every year there was this old man who stood on an overpass in the middle of the country and saluted the biker vets driving passed.

[@melissalee1531]

Song hits hard ! Dad was in Vietnam. He was in country for 15 months!!! He still has days and nights that are very difficult!!! Growing up there were ALOT of long days and nights ! Some very scary! I have said it before that my grandpa was Navy , Dad was Army , husband was Marine and son was Army!!!!! Veterans Day is this week here ! Thank you again sir for your service!!!! God bless !

[@jerrih2749]

I am absolutely convinced that John Rich could write a song about anything.

[@coryprine3313]

With this happening during the Vietnam war. Me as a Patriotic American who grew up in the 90s. Any time I see anyone wearing a Vietnam Veteran hat. I walk up, shake there hand, and fight back tears in my eyes. As I thank them for supporting their country in a War our Government forced us to join! So this song 8Th of November has always got to me. And your my very first reaction video im watching of it

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Thank you so much, this is the first time I have ever heard anyone actually talk about Remembrance Day, I have heard it mentioned in passing, I respect all soldiers, even those that are not our allies, because they too, are simply humans, with families, just doing their duty.

[@BellsWatson]

On the 8th of November 1965, I had just turned 18 and was in Saigon waiting transportation to Bien Hoa and the 173rd. I was immediately rushed to their base where I discovered my MOS was changed and now I was an infantryman, a replacement for one that was killed. Although not trained as an infantryman, and never even seen a M16 (trained with M14) I served my entire tour with them. I will tell you, OJT is a hell of away to learn how to be an Infantryman. Hard to believe it was 58 years ago.

[@madogthefirst]

"Then the sgt said look up ahead...." Shit is about to get real, chills.

[@robinmentzer7974]

I had not actually ever heard this song. What a powerful song. Thank you to all our Veterans!

[@roseannamanues2111]

Lawrence is man that many African Americans should look up to. He didn't see race he saw his friends in need.

[@mtdreams72]

Big & Rich have a documentary where they travel to Vietnam with this guy that gave Kenny his hat. It’s incredible.

[@mamabear-gu4oo]

This song always makes me tear up I've been a military wife for the majority of my life and this is a very powerful story 🙏I have nothing but respect for those soldiers and their families

[@cassbumk3565]

Thank you to all the Vietnam Vets and Welcome Home.

[@roseannamanues2111]

With so many people in our country going backwards. They should watch this music video. Cause race didn't matter to him. He kept going to save lives that's a man to admire.

[@trevacales701]

This song hits home. My Late Husband was a Vietnam Vet

[@sonjacrowell9896]

It is Veterans Day today. Respect and much love ❤️

[@kken7764]

I turned 13 on the 8th of November 1965. Four short years later I was saying goodbye to my boyfriend as he was sent to Vietnam. He did come back and we did marry but he lived years with the horrors and disease from his time there. Sadly he is gone, from disease caused by the chemicals that were sprayed over the countryside.

[@ladyred56]

I cry every time My uncle was over there and it changed him forever 💔

[@katmit69]

This is a very good song by these guys. I know they are known for "fun stuff" but they can hit you in the heart strings when they want to. Thanks for doing this one Craig!!!❤

[@kimking6036]

Those men were treated so badly when they came home. They fought in the war but they still fight. I'm sure it's different for all of them. We have to start treating these Men and Women so much better. Some gave all. To the families who lost their love one's, I can't give you what you want the most. Only my heart felt respect.

[@2099arashiko]

I could see your eyes this hit you like a brick wall. I tear up with this song because it hits the soul of a real patriot. God bless you and your brothers and sisters who served by your side for your country as well. WE can always talk smack between nations. But I know America and England will always be real family.

[@connieedknowles]

You should be very proud of serving your country. My husband & his brother were U.S. Marines during the Viet Nam era. To sacrifice & to be willing to fight for your country is something that is so admirable.

[@bigcountrydoug7023]

Salute to u sir and all that have and are currently serving all of our countries. We are free because of these wonderful men and women. Salute

[@GodOfWar221]

Sad thing is, nearly two decades later. Also on the 8th of November. The 173rd Airborne, once again fell under a vicious attack only this time under the guns of the Taliban. It was during the battle, that a Paratrooper became one of the few living recipients of the Medal of Honor. Their legacy lives on even to this day. Thank you to those whom served, and those whom gave the ultimate sacrifice.

[@tammym6311]

Stumbled across your page today.... I love to watch new people from different walks of life react to music that speaks to my soul. And i love your honest, respectful reactions.... Keep it up sir

[@traciemack6168]

I love the blending of their voices so very much. Thank you

[@lucasbell4763]

Thank you for your service and sacrifice

[@diannthomas5653]

This one is emotional too

[@firequeen2194]

From one veteran to another. Bright blessings to you and your family. 🙏

[@bobbimccain2385]

My husband was in the 101st Airborne 75th Ranger Regiment in Nam’ on the 8th of November 1965.. Thank God this wasn’t his Regiment. He doesn’t talk much about his time in Nam’. All he will say is he saw more action than he wanted. He did end up wounded in the upper leg . He received a Bronze Star for his heroism & a Purple Heart medal. He was 18 at the time, and while there was a draft back then, he had enlisted . He actually received his draft noticed while he was stationed in South Korea training the tiger division of South Korean Soldiers. His group consisted of 10 Rangers & 12 Green Beret. After the advisory training , the Airborne Army Rangers, the Green Berets & the South Korean Soldiers then went to South Vietnam. They went to South Vietnam to keep the Communist North Vietnamese from taking over. Australia, Turkey, France, South Korea & US fought together. It was a difficult & dangerous War because it was in the jungles of Nam’. Our country was the last to pull out of the war, after 58,500 casualties of our young brave men , President Johnson ordered our military out & the communist ended up taking over South Korea. God Bless every Soldier for all their sacrifices. This was a War that most Americans were against & this being in the hippie generation of “ make love, not war” their homecoming was met with animosity & disapproval by many of the young generation. My husband is now 76 & we have been married for 45 years . He may have snow on the roof top now & is a kind & gentle man, but at one time he was a bad a$$.

[@jaysondixon923]

When John Rich goes high and Big Kenny goes low at the "Swallows it down with his tears", that line is extremely powerful as it is... but their contrast in pitch gives me chills every time I hear that line or any other line in this song where they do that pitch difference and it's noticeable.

[@LadySapphire1971]

This is my favorite song of theirs ❤ Just so much respect and honor is owed to the Vietnam & Korean war vets.

[@grahamjohnbarr]

I was there that day & night. There were two hills with a gap in-between. I was in B Coy. 1R.A.R. (Australian) 1 R.A.R. were tasked with the hill on the right. The Americans on the left. B Coy. was tasked to search the gap between the two hills A Coy was on our right & approaching the left hill. The had a major contact & we lost two (bodies not recovered until the late 2010/20. On word of the contact B Coy. was tasked to climb the hill from the rear & come down on the enemy. We got half way up the hill when we were call off. The Americans had walked into a Horseshoe Ambush. Two Companies up one behind. The VC had allowed them to get well inside the Fire Zone. Delta Coy, 1/503d if I remember. It was bad. The din was from the fire fight, day & night was tremendous. We were only 1000 yards away. The Australian Battalion 1 R.A.R. was re-tasked to provide Cordon. on the near side of the hill. The Ambush was on the reverse slope. B Coy took up its position in a Teak Forest. We switched to the American Radio frequency & listened first hand to the battle. Not recommended, but we did anyway. Security went out the window & plain language was used (As it was in the Battle of Long Tan) The Battle took place in a ravine & the Americans were in the bottom of the ravine with the VC in Bunkers higher up & firing down. Visibility in this thick Jungle was only about 10 yards. There was a lot of hand to hand bayonet fighting. The ground was strewn with football sized stones which made getting a foothold difficult & ricochets from rounds flying everywhere. During the night we heard an American call Artillery Fire in on his own position. He asked that only the Kiwi Battery fire. (Kiwi arty. is the best in the world & win the games every year) The Kiwi's had the Italian Howitzer, a high angle Weapon, as opposed to the American Gun. We heard him adjust fire by feet. It saved them. I know, 319 Battery denies this, but it's true. The Kiwi's fired 1000 Rounds that night. A side story. In our position in Cordon 5 Pl B Coy. had a herd of Elephants walk through position. We didn't see them but their footprints were there in the wet sand next morning. Kristofferson was a Chopper Pilot at the battle. This is a very, simple version of the battle. A more descriptive image is in the Book, "First to Fight." by Bob Breen. ISBN 0 04 320218 7. Library of Congress No# 88-71387.

[@annawestall4395]

Love this song. The USMC has a birthday coming up on the 10th of November 😊

[@marybaillie8907]

Such an emotional song. With wars dating back to forever, the senseless loss of life is staggering. Big & Rich tell such a horrific story of sadness. Brings tears to my eyes. 😥😥 To all the Vets passed and present, thank you from the bottom of my heart.❤️❤️ November 11, is our Remembrance Day in Canada. Thanks Craig. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@jewls9697]

This song was done by Big & Rich not Brooks & Dunn. I know those two are very easy to confuse with each other! 💜

[@marybaillie8907]

@@jewls9697 Thank you. 70 year old brain. lol 😊👍✌️🎶🇨🇦

[@jewls9697]

@@marybaillie8907 You don't have to be that old to make mistakes! I know 1st hand! Sometimes I forget right after someone tells me something! Or I try to put the dirty clothes in the garbage! lol There are just some people, even though I know them, that I always say backwards! So don't feel bad! I just thought you might want to change it or get mad at me! lol Seems like every little thing ticks people off! Have a blessed weekend!! 😇

[@meinok3662]

Big and rich have a way of bringing up subjects that tear at the heartstrings, in so many great ways that their artistry can't be denied. Another one that does this is "Holy water". It addresses a very rough subject.

[@bjspeck4337]

That was the era I grew up in. My husband just missed the draft. He didn't pass the first physical and by the second one the lottery was in effect and his number was 269. The guys I was in college with talked to me of what they lived through and the pain of wounded and lost people. I hurt for them and the way the country turned its back on the Vietnam veterans. I protested the war but never the veterans for I felt the government didn't value them and used them for cannon fodder. This was the first I've heard this. Both my parents were WW2 vets. Thank you.

[@Melly01]

Thank you for your service! And thank you so much for always being so respectful to the American military, it is very much appreciated. ❤🩶💙

[@adamkristinagordon4267]

As an American Veteran, it warms my heart to hear you say these things. Dad is a ‘Nam vet…. I was in Iraq. Thank you for your kind words and much love to you brother

[@sandydunlap414]

Thank you for playing this. This song has been on my mind all day.

[@creinicke1000]

Big and Rich are both great Americans.

[@steveg5933]

2 uncles were in Vietnam 1 Soldier, 1 Marine. I was born 2 weeks after this battle. One of my cherished possessions is a picture of 3 veterans. My uncle in the army just about to leave for Vietnam, My Marine uncle just arrived from there. In the middle 2 year old me. A future Navy Corpsman. (My war was Desert Storm). As for the song- the Book We were Soldier's Once and Young & the movie based on the book We Were Soldiers are definitely worth the time.

[@firefighterchick]

Thank you for doing this! I knew you would truly appreciate this song and this man's story. Specialist Lawrence Joel despite being shot twice in the leg defied orders to stay low and take cover. He hobbled his way with a make shift crutch and treated his men and the men from another company until his supplies ran out. He then used what make shift materials he could scrounge to treat more wounded, saving 13 lives. Specialist Randy Eickhoff ran ahead of him providing cover fire. He received a Silver Star for his actions and a Purple Heart along with Joel because he was wounded as well. This was one of the most tumultuous eras in American history. The reception that too many Vietnam Veterans received is one of the most appalling events that has ever occurred in this country. It was long before I was born and it has always made me furious and ashamed that any of my countrymen ever acted that way. Yes, there still is much debate about the justification of that war but that nothing to do with the men and women who were sent there. I think it's one of the reasons that we are almost hyper vigilant about thanking them for their service ever since that time. If you ever get to Arlington National Cement among many other memorials there one for Vietnam simply called The Wall. It contains over 58,000 names, including 2,500 that are still listed as MIA/POW. There are also two different statues that go along with it, one of which is dedicated to the nurses who served at aid stations, MUST units and EVAC hospitals. I know I've said it before but in my mind it can never be said enough.... Thank you for your service to your country and by proxy mine.

[@roseannamanues2111]

My grandfather told me one time that the hardest choice he had to make was to shoot a child. Upon examination the child did have a bomb implanted in his body. Cause the VC knew how kind our soldiers were to children. One of my dad's friends won't eat sweets cause of how it brings back memories of how he was being fed fellow POWs.

[@markfrazier4901]

Man amazing reply God bless you

[@joshuaschultz4454]

Songs I think you should totally check out (only if you want to) 1. Austin by Blake Shelton 2. That's my story by Collin Raye 3. One margarita by Luke Bryan 4. Dust on the bottle by david Lee Murphy

[@bhspringsolutionsllc555]

Taylor, Right on man! Respect!

[@distemic]

thank you for your service. i had two uncles that fought in vietnam and both made it home. i know many others who fought over there as well. none like to talk about it but i'm thankful for all

[@MommaBird52]

My husband came home from Vietnam and they were treated like the lowest of the low. The draft was in effect so it was not the choice of everyone that was there. Just today I heard “when were you in county” as he had come across another vet from that era. Thanks to agent orange we have lost so many. 50,000 Names on the Wall by George Jones and More Than a Name on a Wall by the Statler Brothers are excellent choices for Veterans Day aka Remembrance Day.

[@lanachumley7183]

It hits hard... My Husband is a Viet Nam Veteran. He served 2 tours. 1968-2970

[@williameller7002]

Ours is the 11th of November as well

[@markfrazier4901]

Any man who goes and defends puts his life on the line I respect

[@margaretsimmons1598]

Massive respect

[@diannthomas5653]

Your reaction was great! Thank you.

[@michelleboussiala4470]

Another great song about our military is Tim McGraw’s song “If You’re Reading This”. Sort of a song about the family’s grief. Beautiful song

[@jewls9697]

1st off, Thank you for your service! I know it wasn't here, but you still bravely fought! I hope you & your boys have a very special day!! 2nd. Thank you sooo much for playing this!!! I try to play it every 8th of November! Sometimes I sneak it in through the year. They remind me, that no matter what's going on in my life, that I shouldn't complain bcuz it could be worse! It just blows my mind when they say "He was 19 and green with a new M-16! It breaks my heart 💔!! I commend all of you! My grandpa was in the Navy. I cry everytime I hear this & the video don't help! I believe people need to know what it's like, even just a fraction!! Kris does mostly writing, but also sings. Big & Rich wrote it. I get teared up just knowing that guy gave Big Kenny that hat!! I think I told you b4 That they were known as the music Mafia!! They know about everybody in Country music & many other genres. Their song "Save a Horse Ride a Cowboy" is not just a good song, but the video is great! They know how to do it up right!! They also know how to bring it down and pay tribute to all the men & women who served! I could be wrong, I'll look it up, but I'm thinking one or more of them served. Yep Kris served. I thought that but wasn't sure. Big & Rich...Save a Horse (Official video)...Lost in This Moment...Fake ID (Song from the Footloose remake )...Coming to Your City...Holy Water...etc...🙂

[@Quincysof]

Powerful story. 🙏

[@carlday3538]

Love this song 😢

[@jeanniewolfenbarker3962]

Didn't know about the storyline behind the song. Goosebumps!

[@jeanniewolfenbarker3962]

Holy water is one of only two songs I can harmonize with my boyfriend on. The other is Conway's It's Only Make Believe.

[@SBQDawn]

HUGS from an Army Brat (child of a Military Dad) in WI "across the Pond along a river and a few Great Lakes" *wink* Thank You for Your Service and for Understanding Ours. Not Perfect over here But we try to do Right for those that can't.

[@selinahann5595]

Beautiful

[@pippafinland]

You can hate the politics and the politicians and you can definitely hate the war. Any war. But the individuals fighting in that war are doing it for you, for your freedom and for your country. Both my grandpas fought against Russia in WW2 and both were scarred for life, physically and mentally. I can not even describe how proud of them I am. Much love from Finland for all the veterans in the world and for all those serving right now. There is no bravery above yours. ❤ And if I may suggest a song.. James Blunt No bravery (or Carry you home). 👍🏻

[@dworstell8599]

Thank you! Sgt D Worstell US Army (Ret) 🇺🇸

[@Almcingrid3663]

You should check out the documentary when Big & Rich went to Vietnam with Niles Harris to bury his boots (the only thing he left with) at the site of attack.

[@aletmartins6940]

I’ve never heard this. It is great and sad at the same time.❤

[@randykillman6475]

Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on November 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. The United States Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and November 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. Unlike Memorial Day, Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans-living or dead-but especially gives thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime. My dad was a WWII survivor and helped to coordinate a parade downtown every Nov. 11th where he also MCed. He also spoke at ceremonies held in our town's cemetery for every memorial day for the better part of 50 years.

[@CGChief97]

Thank you, Craig, for your service from one Vet to another. Your Remembrance Day is our Veterans Day on November 11th.

[@TheWynch]

I love this song, always makes me think of my cousin that was dumped into a similar battle. He repelled from the helicopter onto the battle field in Viet Nam, took a shot in the neck and was picked right back up and sent home. Very scary day for us, he still carries the scar but he was the lucky one that day, he got to go home, some of his buddies didn't fair that well.

[@christinegreen3974]

Big & Rich made a documentary about the story behind this song. It's a really interesting short film.

[@jenniferezzell7547]

John Rich wrote a song honoring his grandfather called “The Good Lord and the Man” that is similar to this and great for this time of year, when we remember those who served.

[@duanebuettner1787]

Great great

[@jasonbradham1172]

Boy, what a song, what a song....

[@cricketpitts3744]

Thank you I haven't heard it called remembrance day in a good minute!!!!

[@usmadgirl3074]

Enjoyed your reaction, Craig. Thank you for your service & telling us your story! My deceased husband was a Marine Vietnam sniper then a squad leader. He was never the same from the time he returned home until he died at 55, 20 years ago! I'm so sorry for those brothers you & everyone else lost in Afghanistan to have it end the way it did & leaving 85 billion worth of equipment in the hands of those you risked your life to eliminate!

[@maxell30cdr]

my father was one of the survivors of this battle.He and lawerence Joel were friends. My dad had told me he came upon joels during the battle and he had an blood transfusion going from his arm straight to the wounded soldier he asked how he knew when it was enough and he simply said He would know. I was 3 and half , sister 2 and baby sister 3 months we where living in Okinawa with 173rd then came home to bragg thanks

[@anthonwest9541]

Subject matter is so powerful. The harmonies are haunting. Great song choice

[@karentrupp3746]

There is a video on how B&R met this gentleman and actually took him back to Vietnam while writing & filming so he could bury his boots

[@joannesturgeon7332]

I’m a US Navy Veteran thank you for your service to your country I love the comments you made about this video and our troops thank you

[@tjk200081]

My dad, & my uncle were Vietnam Vets. They both are gone now. My dad died in May of 2008, & my uncle died earlier this year in Feb. of 2022.

[@gmpet260]

There is also a documentary made by Big and Rich about the making of this video and a trip they and him make to Vietnam. You should see it even if you don’t do a reaction.

[@cricketpitts3744]

This song means so much my husband was a Vietnam veteran!!! He cried when he heard this song!! I lost him 10 years ago!!!! 😢

[@LTProductions335]

Thank you for service to your country craig. As an American I have the upmost respect for my British brothers and sisters. Much love craig. Thanks for this reaction

[@morgankuikka4940]

This was one of the first songs i remember hearing that told a real story of a soldier, and i did a quick scroll through some of your other reactions, ill recomend a band that has a relation with Nightwish, the lead singer Floor is married to a drummer of a certain band called Sabaton, they are a power metal band from Sweden, the song i reccomend is called En livstid i krig Specifically live at Gothenburg, as a soldier i feel like you will appreciate it more then most, they do songs about different wars, battles, and specific soldiers, they also have a history channel that goes through and teaches the history about each song. As a last note, all rememberance type holidays are not about celebrating death, rather about celebrating those that lived and served, so dont feel bad if you ever look forward to one, treat it as a celebration that the great people lived, not a somber day to remind yourself they died. Stay safe brother, i appologize for the long comment.

[@Tabby_Angela]

This song gives me chills every single time! Thank you for your service.

[@2eREPPARA]

Aussie combat vet hey brother coming up to ANZAC Day here in oz, paras will NEVER back off,l’ll ALWAYS be AIRBORNE until l die 🇦🇺🇬🇧

[@roniboyd613]

Always gets me. Thank you Craig for sharing this one. Please check out the video about Roy Benavidez, another Medal of Honor recipient.

[@TheBachBabe]

Damn, I need a warning before I see stuff like this. As a 2 time Army mom I can't watch these without warning. Love your reaction. 11/11 is special to me too. Thank you for your service. God bless.

[@jordanlutz5724]

You’ve got to check out, “the good lord and the man” by John Rich!

[@USMC-Goforth]

This one means alot to me and I appreciate you taking the time to react to it 💯

[@davidlee6508]

my best friends dad always had a POW plate, I was 40 yrs old when I found out what it finally meant he spent 42 months as a pow in korea in the 40's

[@louisetemples7011]

EMOTIONAL! POWERFUL! I cry every time I hear/see this! The story and images in the video hit hard. Thank you Craig, I appreciate you! Love from South Georgia, USA ♥️😢🍟

[@memorywhitton5527]

I First and foremost I wanna Thank All The Men and Women who are and have served for this Country 🇺🇸 Thank You Sir For your reaction hope you and your family have a blessed day 🙏 oh yeah, you need to do a reaction to Kris Kristopherson,he wrote and sings it,it's called..... Why Me Lord.... it's beautiful 😍 MAY THEY R.I.P.

[@windywalter1020]

Thank you for your service. Very emotional reaction❤️

[@donnamoskowitz4978]

Appreciate your reaction and appreciate your service! You deserve all the respect also! Thankful for all men and women who served and are currently serving! I cry because the soldiers were just boys barely young men and life at that time had not prepared them for the horrors they would endure. I still have my MIA bracelet from that war even though I wasn't old enough to comprehend what was going on. Thank you Craig!

[@LadyGator1983]

This song always gets me. This happened one month to the day after I was born. 🇺🇸💔🇺🇸💔🇺🇸💔

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

Thank you for your service. And thank you for the reaction❤️

[@jenniferwathen]

So happy to see you react to this great song. My favorite B&R song is "Live This Life." I think you'd like it too.

[@pennymiller6813]

You need to watch Patti Loveless, Chris and Morgan stapletons performance on the 2022 CMA awards.

[@dennorma7515]

Kris was a chopper pilot in Vietnam. My husband came home only to be spot on at the airport. May they all rest in peace 🕊️

[@larrymcauley3152]

Vietnam was a very controversial war. Even among the troops, themselves. American public had no ability to separate the war from the warrior. We didn't help by our actions or lack there of. We returned with memories we didn't leave home with. In the late 80s early 90's the tide turned for us. The VA opened street counseling centers. We didn't have to mess with the bureaucracy of the VA. Danny a good friend and wounded veteran himself pushed us to stand in the public eye. We didn't like it, but respected him to no end. He lead us out of the darkness we lived in, to the light of the public eye. We found ourselves being thanked for our service, the public standing between us and the still ignorant anti war people. Now I wear my Vietnam Vet hat all the time. People walk up and say "Thank you for your service." Young kids come up and say it as well. It still seems odd to me sometimes, because I didn't know what to say to that. Finally I came up with something I could live with. "I served because you are special and deserved my time." It sounds a bit over blown, but people seem to like it, so do kids. Even though most were not even born yet, it helps them remember vete4ans serving today are serving for the same reason.

[@listeningeyes3298]

wado for your service.

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Beautiful reaction! It's always good to see people get thrown for a loop when they expect shenanigans from Big n Rich but get their serious side, please check out their song Holy Water.

[@jeanniewolfenbarker3962]

Absolutely LOVE 💕 that song.

[@windywalter1020]

Holy Wayer is a great song. Would love to see your reaction.

[@hayley_council]

Craig has already done Holy Water, you can find his reaction in his playlist.

[@nancyankrom3803]

Thank you for your service. Yes, Vietnam might still be controversial but like you said, the soldiers themselves deserve respect. Good song choice to react to.

[@karenmartin7978]

I graduated high school in 1975, and one of my teachers was a bit "odd." He seemed to have no personality, and didn't have much of a sense of humor. Decades later I happened to see that teacher's obituary -- he'd been a World War II P.O.W., and took part in a "death march" that few U.S. soldiers survived. That taught me that I never know what others have gone through -- especially veterans. Great respect for this video of a veterans who can never forget what he's experienced.