The basic drive to discover who we are and where we come from is at the core of the new 10-part PBS series Finding Your Roots: www.pbs.org/wne...
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@patriciabusch45994 жыл бұрын
I cried when Rep. Lewis cried. His lineage has been fighting for equality for generations!! Just amazing..
@jjharris83413 жыл бұрын
I was just about to write a comment, then saw you had already written what I was going to say.
@husaynbeketaut13123 жыл бұрын
Me too...he's amazing..
@pamelajudithrwanyarare84293 жыл бұрын
Me too
@lisalohr99603 жыл бұрын
Me too. What a beautiful soul.
@alicescott-morris65923 жыл бұрын
I did as well. I just finished reading Meacham's book about John Lewis, "His Truth is Marching On." His was a life well-lived.
@loisdmichael51315 жыл бұрын
I felt the same way Congressman John Lewis did when I found out that my great grandfather registered to vote, although he was not allowed to vote, but yet he made his way and registered. This happened a year after they were freed from slavery. My heart felt so overwhelmed. The courage he showed in making that step to make his voice heard. All he need to know is, that his great granddaughter is voting for him.
@diversk4 жыл бұрын
lois d michael that’s really amazing. You must be so overwhelming proud. A special man your great grandfather x
@mukhezamukheza6234 жыл бұрын
Yes it was heart warming to watch the senator go through those emotions,i think it downed on him why he has been a civil right fighter all his life.Like he said its in his DNA.
@mukhezamukheza6234 жыл бұрын
It was heart warming to watch the senator go through those emotions,i think it downed in him why he has been a civil right fighter all his life.Like he said its in his DNA.
@loisdmichael51314 жыл бұрын
Kathleen Daly yes he was!!
@canoslo61264 жыл бұрын
lois d michael Amen.
@kemartini4 жыл бұрын
Seeing this clip of John Lewis was powerful, African Americans plight in the US should never be swept under the rug.
@lucinda23293 жыл бұрын
This country owes him so much.... I hope he knows how much he inspires many of us... ❤️~✿~❧~🌿~❧~✿~❤️
@lucypearl92163 жыл бұрын
Don't shed your tears for John Lewis. He did nothing for the people of Baltimore.
@PureVikingPowers3 жыл бұрын
DNA is not as white and black as they say because twins should have the same background even siblings right? In DNA tests one twin can be like 50% North African 25% Scandinavian and 25% East Asian and her twin is 40% North African 35% Scandinavian and 25% East Asian so it's really not as accurate as people think kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6TEZpZnpZuUeZI Marketplace did an expose about it if you wanna see how faulty DNA translates to %
@toniagarcia32473 жыл бұрын
The history of red. Black, brown and yellow is not taught but buried.
@DABIGDAWG0013 жыл бұрын
@@lucypearl9216 LOL nice!
@dalanamajor10 жыл бұрын
Wow, John Lewis had me choked up,him knowing that his ancestors came a looooong way to get to where he's at right now and all the information that was put together, alot of info. Which overwhelmed him. 😌
@thebiggreen53698 жыл бұрын
it brought tears to my eyes too.
@okroter11 жыл бұрын
the congressman john lewis moved me to tears
@esterherschkovich64993 жыл бұрын
Me too,it really touched his heart about his ancestors 😢
@lamarbrown35313 жыл бұрын
@@esterherschkovich6499 Donald Trump
@MsNaturalWebb4 жыл бұрын
The Rep John Lewis part is so touching. Rest In Peace and Job Well Done Rep John Lewis.
@Alexis22983 жыл бұрын
RIP John Lewis, fighting was in his blood all along
@chiaradiamontini4594 жыл бұрын
Omg...when Congressman John Lewis started crying...now I am crying too...so wonderful to find this history of his family! I'm so happy for him!
@lucyrosevelt52748 жыл бұрын
@4:41 Destroyed me. So emotional. I met the man and his wife once. ABSOLUTELY the highest caliber of human beings you could ever meet. A lady and gentleman in every way. God bless them :)
@ChooseU4ever7 жыл бұрын
lucy rosevelt me too
@kaydgaming4 жыл бұрын
RIP
@cjohnson32143 жыл бұрын
And he could dance!
@LuisJimenez-yn5rk3 жыл бұрын
If every single person in this country watches this video every day, I believe there will be more union, more understanding, and more respect for one another regardless of race.
@bakersupreme20103 жыл бұрын
Thus should be required viewing for Students in both High School and College. Slowly but surely, it would help to lift the Veil of Institutionalized Ignorance that has been perpetrated by Generations of Ancestors who grew up with Messed-Up, Racist Attitudes towards Others who are not like Them. Ironically, if certain Racist Folk were to have Their DNA mapped out, They would be quite surprised as to what other Group(s) of People would start showing up in Their Family Tree!
@PinkyPuff6910 жыл бұрын
Oh Congressman John Lewis' overwhelming response just really touched me! The struggle is so damn hard! And so deeply moving....
@lucinda23293 жыл бұрын
Wonderful clips from all of them. ...and thank you John Lewis. This country owes so much to your leadership.
@cyberlux Жыл бұрын
Without a doubt, one of the most powerful series on television/KZbin, and the way Dr. Gates presents and handles these histories is respectful, moving, and best of all, unifying. There is no better way to present the shared history of America, of Americans. I have the greatest respect for this work.
@TonyVainosky3 жыл бұрын
Man what an absolutely beautiful moment for Rep John Lewis....so glad this is up for others to see how truly dedicated he was to voting rights for all, how moved he was at hearing that news and that the generations following us will be able to see such a heartfelt moment
@valerienaidoo38534 жыл бұрын
John Lewis is such a wonderful beautiful human soul.
@curiouscat3384 Жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh John Lewis. And I adore Henry Gates - he always respectfully lets people talk about their feelings without interruption. I'm so glad Mr. Lewis got to know this before his passing. I'm sure he died proud and satisfied that he lived his life honorably as he was destined.
@kdeloris22258 жыл бұрын
OMG I could not take the guy crying at the end but it was so beautiful and emotional.
@Em-kg7qn8 жыл бұрын
I think I want to become famous just to be able to go to this show
@tiesaortega22516 жыл бұрын
Amarina E. I️ said the same thing
@alexusbrooke5 жыл бұрын
You dont have to be famous to be on the show. I saw people on here that wasn't even famous was om this show.
@lauran.carvalho5 жыл бұрын
me too
@littlegothgirl88694 жыл бұрын
@@kjersey6781 😂 damn.
@rodericwalter28624 жыл бұрын
Go for it!
@miraclesblessings5044 Жыл бұрын
Rep. John Lewis truly believed in what he was doing...it was absolutely his calling. My generation and future generations...we can never say THANK YOU enough. Rest In Heavenly Peace Strong Soldier!!!! We've got it from here .....
@castle76893 жыл бұрын
*RIP Mr Lewis your fight will always be remembered*
@andrewoshea59443 жыл бұрын
Wow, Dr. Gates you brought the great John Lewis to tears of joy. That has to feel good.
@jenniferdupris43503 жыл бұрын
I got the chills when Congressman Lewis was talking about voting and maybe this was in his DNA, what a humble man.
@danaleelavelle37083 жыл бұрын
John Lewis...a dear man. He will be greatly missed.
@TALKthatTALK21010 жыл бұрын
congressman's reaction had me in tears
@patricksanders8583 жыл бұрын
This show prompted me to do my own research. I went from thinking I was alone to finding a HUGE FAMILY! Thank you Mr. Gates!
@dmariegreene3 жыл бұрын
God bless Rep. Lewis, a man who I revere and love. Rest in perfect peace.
@miriamschiro23543 жыл бұрын
I’m wowed and cried at the last one 😭 especially Lewis words at the end “This is too much” 😭 so sad and still fighting 😖
@nataliejohnson95263 жыл бұрын
Rep. Lewis you got me. Tears falling freely.
@nancyhilliard16344 жыл бұрын
John Lewis had me crying so moving ❤️😇🌹
@taniasmith6193 жыл бұрын
Oh John Lewis...he was just really something special. Those tears are so bittersweet. History isn't always kind and humane, but somehow just having his ancestors reach out from the past and say, we got to vote. We got our say too and that matters so greatly. It really is in his bloodline. It's amazing this show. So much respect and love to people who just genuinely care about family. That's the good Lord's gift. God is great.
@patriciajrs46 Жыл бұрын
Yes, He is. History is dark and hard, difficult, but we came to the triumph from their adversity. We should be honored, humbled, and respectful.
@SANTIAGO1979PR3 жыл бұрын
The John Lewis one gets me everytime. RIP Representative Lewis, you are a true hero!!
@rebahenderson2113 жыл бұрын
Awww I miss Rep. John Lewis such an inspiration and gentle warrior.
@janetstuart32714 жыл бұрын
Darn, it wasn't my family but I was crying for them and my own family which is unknown to this day. This is why I get soo upset when people say that black people have s chip on their shoulder if we mention slavery. We have no chip on our shoulders for wanting to know who and where we come from? It's natural.
@unity10163 жыл бұрын
So good to see John Lewis again unexpectedly!
@prlifter3932 жыл бұрын
Damn it Rep. Lewis...why you making me cry in 2022??
@carryhall20433 жыл бұрын
Henry Louis Gates Jr...Sir you are a kind hearted wonderful person. You make the world a better place.
@raes3063 жыл бұрын
Bless you brother John Lewis. Such a long long struggle, that continues.
@rhondabrown57783 жыл бұрын
Rep. John Lewis understood. RIP, Sir, and THANK YOU!
@five5x3 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how some can disrespect where they come from, but then celebrate others. You are who you are.
@path56134 жыл бұрын
This has got to be one of my favorite T V shows ever ! I love all of these stories and the hard work that goes into everyone’s past is impressive. Very well done !
@debrashuff94044 жыл бұрын
I love this man...because he loves our country so much!
@angelapaz77273 жыл бұрын
Rep Lewis, such a beautiful man. ❤❤❤
@TanyaOwens Жыл бұрын
This show is powerful. I agree, when you start to uncover who your ancestors are it is overwhelming.
@stacyjpoliticscommunityfai3594 жыл бұрын
John Lewis was so moving 🙏🏿
@jjharris83413 жыл бұрын
Henry Louis Gates, national treasure.
@DarenCavalliere3 жыл бұрын
Gripping Videos. I rarely get emotional but these videos make me feel human again. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. does an excellent job has host.
@bruhservices2253 жыл бұрын
John Lewis was just destined to, it was in his blood❤️
@jeffjohnson8954 жыл бұрын
Congressman Lewis shows you what black pride is all about. Something I think the younger generation don't know.
@pjmvdbroek3 жыл бұрын
Never underestimate the young ones
@mayarey71663 жыл бұрын
The things that Mr. Gates does for people is beautiful.
@BobTheSchipperke3 жыл бұрын
Henry Gates Jr looked like a 6 year old looking up to his elder. 💛💛💛 it
@TSquared20014 жыл бұрын
Seeing the John Lewis response is sobering.
@cynthiaahern90813 жыл бұрын
As soon as I heard Congressman Lewis's voice I started crying. I was thinking we so need that man right now. Then I saw him and he started CRYING. This killed me.. now I'm bawling. Rest with God, Sir. You well deserve it.
@robertahartley14 жыл бұрын
John Lewis God bless him just passed away...
@johanngoethe62893 жыл бұрын
It is always impressive to see that we are deeply moved by the stories of our ancestors, even if we have never met them. I think it has to do with the fact that we somehow feel our familyconnection, we feel that we are part of a chain of generations. I live in the Netherlands and I have done some familyresearch myself for about 15 years now. I have gone back 11 generations up to the year 1592, when my first known ancestor was born. I have collected a lot of information, photographs of later generations and personal stories of my ancestors. Every time I meet people from my family and tell them stories, they are always very much interested and sometimes emotional. These emotions are real, as congressman Lewis did show. I understand that he was in the civil rights movement in the sixties together with Martin Luther King. Here in the Netherlands we deeply respect dr. King and a lot of elder Dutchmen remember his famous speech back in '63..."free at last, free at last....thank God almighty...we are free at last!!"
@aanaa994 жыл бұрын
Rest in Power congressman John Lewis.
@nenabunena7 жыл бұрын
I wish they showed this in my country. From the clips the older black gentleman who cried was the most touching
@LilliLamour7 жыл бұрын
He's a very famous Congressman by the name of John Lewis. He was a huge part of the civil rights movement in the 60's. He's done so much for African Americans, thus making his family's legacy HUGE!
@creativelife98714 жыл бұрын
And now he has passed on to be with the ancestors. May he rest in peace.
@billbillson24494 жыл бұрын
Creative Life John Lewis is still alive and is battling stage four pancreatic cancer. Idk what you’re talking about
@SunnyIlha2 жыл бұрын
I cried with Mr. Lewis. His ancestor went to Vote a *century* before. His own life has been one dedicated to this act. Of Belonging. Of contributing One's Voice.
@carolwilliams23563 жыл бұрын
One of the very best shows on TV ever. Yes, I have a tear or tears in my eyes now.
@irwinloos10983 жыл бұрын
I admit I was touched as well..with mr. Lewis..a kind soul..a distinguished politician..and a great human being..R.I.P.🙏🏽
@olyvoyl93823 жыл бұрын
Hear john lewis speaks brings tears to my eyes.
@andrearenee78452 жыл бұрын
Dear Mr. Gates, you are a Creator Sent.... And this is so very sweet. Perfect timing, man. I am in a mystery.. Aho.
@vernelledouglas18013 жыл бұрын
Mr. Lewis's statement is so true. All individuals usually own only two things in this life, their name and their power to choose.
@anquirojm41233 жыл бұрын
This is so moving, so healing, so completing, so intimate, so real.
@lazarocedeno52702 жыл бұрын
Thanks dear for sharing your beautiful blessings.
@HappyDogsAndCrafts-y3q3 жыл бұрын
Professor Henry Lewis Gates, Jr.. did a great PBS show about "African Origins"... He showed around different African countries and gave a lot of Interesting information!... I learned at I would have never known... He is very articulate and Intelligent without talking down to people..
@corneliuswhite5139 Жыл бұрын
This is the Lord's work.
@racinford13 жыл бұрын
Knowing where you came from is equally as important as Knowing where you are headed and what you stand up for. God Bless Henry Louis Gates Jr,
@missdaisy57366 жыл бұрын
Adore this show!
@anncata7368 Жыл бұрын
Finding Your Roots deserves awards for finding the truth in history
@redangel1693 жыл бұрын
We never deserved John Lewis, but we desperately needed him and his loss was profound
@shirleylash1963 жыл бұрын
Are you coming back to TV? I love your show Finding Your Roots. I love finding people in my own tree. I love to watch other people find their roots, too.
@Foomba3 жыл бұрын
These segments always touch me but for John Lewis I had to get out something to wipe the tears away.
@CatarinaGutierrez3 жыл бұрын
What is it about finding out about yourself this way making you feel whole? I love it.
@cocobunny57442 жыл бұрын
Why y’all make me cry 😢
@plushpuppy324 жыл бұрын
The two part graphic novel called March about congressman John Lewis is amazing
@alin81-823 жыл бұрын
I like the show. Hopefully there'll be more episodes.
@KatherineThaGreat12 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this video and sharing the link. I'm sure I would have found it elsewhere eventually but it was very convenient to just have it here. I've been doing a little digging in my own family history so I can easily connect to this series. Its entertaining and fascinating.
@Love_and_liiight11 жыл бұрын
Lol that last guy had me cryin;(
@bobapbob58123 жыл бұрын
I love this show. It tells the greatest story.
@samiam405512 жыл бұрын
It would be interesting to find out about some American Indians.
@jonathanlee7283 жыл бұрын
We all lost a great American when John Lewis passed. Now who will be the conscience of our Congress?
@BobTheSchipperke2 жыл бұрын
One of the very best Gates clips
@citythink3 жыл бұрын
I miss John Lewis. What a beautiful human.
@deborahhardsway22558 жыл бұрын
Thank you for bringing not closure,but knowledge an a sense of satisfaction to some people,an having let us view also,so we can know where to start
@cynthiaanderson37424 ай бұрын
RIP MR.JOHN LEWIS AMEN AMEN 🙏 🙌 💙 ❤️ 👏
@romecottrell45582 жыл бұрын
Congratulations 👏 🎊 to all those people who found out about their family 👪 ❤ 🌳 tree through Ancestors research. Great job 👏.
@shinlanten3 жыл бұрын
Man seeing the late Rep John Lewis cry 😢
@terripetherbridge9425 Жыл бұрын
Wow. Incredibly moving
@vincentestone57642 жыл бұрын
Wow ! John LEGEND & Co. John LEWIS.
@sarahlarmish11573 жыл бұрын
Awww r. Lewis. God bless you and your family
@annsmith1854 жыл бұрын
I love John Lewis. He is so right, VOTE!
@BlasianGoddessTM773 жыл бұрын
Rep. Lewis tears hit me hard 😟
@MrBrettStrong10 жыл бұрын
Dang that last brother had me shedding some tears :-) ....he got me! Dang :-) ...black people are f'n AWESOME!
@spynine07 жыл бұрын
Brett Strong that tribal mentality of "us blacks" is a huge problem in America
@guillaumerusengo93716 жыл бұрын
thewhiteboy101 What Tiki torches?
@spynine06 жыл бұрын
Guillaume Rusengo wtf r u talking about?
@Wiley_Coyote6 жыл бұрын
thewhiteboy101 you call yourself thewhiteboy and are lecturing someone about tribalism? Hypocrite much?
@Wiley_Coyote6 жыл бұрын
Brett Strong John Lewis is a great man. He's more than just some random brother.
@chrissyrocco7962 жыл бұрын
How wonderful
@anag18524 жыл бұрын
Is everybody in the US related in some way to Kevin Bacon? 😂😂
@bubbaveaux4 жыл бұрын
By 6 degrees!
@tanyakasim39883 жыл бұрын
I know I am! I'm descended from Richard Baldwin and so is he. 😁
@jimmorrison80143 жыл бұрын
I like bacon sandwiches
@cyantraveller13 жыл бұрын
I love bacon.
@LowCostVideo3 жыл бұрын
including his own wife!
@WJones-jf8mf4 жыл бұрын
Congressman Lewis is a treasure
@tangibooth39613 жыл бұрын
I can't stop crying.
@Katherine-rq8mk4 жыл бұрын
Mr John Lewis, you are beautiful
@seabassmcbigfat3 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate this.
@sandradee91933 жыл бұрын
My mother's side have been in Virginia since the 1600s, my 10th great grandfather was John Rolfe. His 6th great grandson,(my 2nd great grandfather had 2 biracial sons with my 2nd great grandmother.