Mike Rowe: The INCREDIBLE Story Behind the National Anthem | Somebody's Gotta Do It

[@WingItWithEthan]

That guy has a passion and love for his country that all patriots can appreciate.

[@MBMCincy63]

He is definitely animated and engaged with his teaching/ informed tour!

[@4realtime783]

wait til the patriots hear mike used to do ballet and did show tunes

[@4realtime783]

@@clayscloset2618 patriot has become to mean " I greatly dislike anyone who is trying to express themselves freely unless I approve "

[@WingItWithEthan]

Being a patriot or patriotism have nothing to do with politics. Its a love for your country it’s founding and history, good bad or indifferent a willingness to give your life to keep this dream alive for future generations. We truly have failed our forefathers and those who’ve given their lives, and we are indeed reaping what we have sowed. It’s truly sad most people today try to distill everything down politics … right wing vs left wing … We all should really be thinking in terms of freedom vs servitude and decide which you want.

[@sladeb6036]

@@clayscloset2618 well if you have to ask that's a pretty good indicator that you may not be one.

[@The_OttoZone]

Ranger Vince a living embodiment of Patriotism to this Country!

[@alexferguson7532]

It sounds like you view patriotism as a GOOD thing --- what's wrong with you?

[@KJ33]

​@@alexferguson7532shutup

[@sarahbuchholz8767]

​@alexferguson7532 Patriotism and Nationalism are two different things. Patriotism is perfectly fine, it's nationalism that tends to be an issue in every country.

[@philabowl8073]

Mike Rowe for President!!!

[@jasonmb9465]

Unfortunately Mike Rowe has principles and a soul, so I don't think he'll ever become president..

[@Fetzi124]

Better than that Lump Guy

[@philabowl8073]

@@jasonmb9465 Dream now, before they make that illegal too.....

[@farmerbill6855]

You would have a TV guy be president with no qualifications? I love Mr. Rowe but president? No. Advisor? Very much yes.

[@philabowl8073]

@@farmerbill6855 Hopefully you're not voting for Trump then, if so "you're fired!!!" Just saying....

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Not only did Baltimore give us the Star Spangled Banner- it gave us another national treasure- it gave us Mike Rowe! Thanks Baltimore!!

[@tanyamckinnon5376]

Francis Scott Key my ancestor on my dad's mom's side.

[@clayscloset2618]

@@tanyamckinnon5376 I’m sorry. That’s gotta suck to be related to such a well known racist slave owner. It’s more sad he isn’t more well known for the facts I just stated.

[@gmvalentine626]

@@clayscloset2618 You must be a raging racist progressive. You see everything and everyone through the lens of race.

[@elliebelly456]

​@tanyamckinnon5376 Awesome!! You must have some artistic talent of your own! Happy 4th! 🎆❤️ 🇺🇲❤️🇺🇲❤️🎆

[@preacherpdx5519]

​@@clayscloset2618Your statement reveals a self superiority and ideology that promotes bias and oppression. It is probably a good thing not to make self identifying statements like this moving forward

[@andrewschafer8986]

Let freedom ring!!!! So loud that all those who dislike her can hear the sound of freedom.

[@nancyjanzen5676]

Should be shown in every history class.

[@bmorrison0070]

This episode should be mandatory watching for all school children. Love it! Ranger VINCE WAS AWSUME!

[@wendy_lee]

Couldn't agree more. We homeschool and my son will be watching this on the 4th.

[@ericolsen4935]

So should Paul Harvey's story on our National Anthem.

[@chiefslinginbeef3641]

Well they would say it's racist and whitewashing...then condemn the students for their privilege.

[@traveler142]

This episode should be shown to anyone who wishes to serve in the US Armed Forces... they should protect and defend This Country's Borders and refuse to fight overseas in conflicts that more than likely were created by our own Government... roughly 450,000 National Guard here at home and we can't even get them to serve on our own Borders... It's almost as if the US Government is profiting from the Multi Billion dollar Illegal Trade that comes across our borders.

[@clayscloset2618]

But if you force kids to watch this, sure sounds like nationalism, hmm where did that happen in the 1930’s? And should students be forced to say the pledge?

[@Dlear0013]

A national treasure, raising a national treasure, in a national treasure. This video should be nationally treasured.

[@ziggywonka50]

Naturally

[@kma3647]

Please remember that this flag represents our aspirations and dreams as a nation. Whatever issues you may have with the government, whatever disputes or wars we may find ourselves embroiled in, whatever imperfections we have, this flag represents more than that: a vision that we can rule ourselves and do it justly, that we'll always seek to do so more perfectly. No, we don't always get it right. Man is not perfect, but yet we strive for perfection: for freedom, for justice, for the nobility intrinsic in each and every one of us. If that spirit stirs in your soul, this flag and its anthem are for you. Thank you sincerely for this message, to all who helped tell it.

[@willpugh8865]

Im Canadian but grew up in the states, and i gotta say every time i hear the Star Spangled Banner i get chills up my spine, your history and the way it’s presented is amazing. That flag waving gets me too. There is no comparison to your achievements as a nation . God bless America 🇺🇸

[@bryandevries7210]

The war of 1812 technically started by the States raiding British forts in Canada.

[@STho205]

The conflict technically started by the HMS Leopard firing on the USS Chesapeake in sight of the Virginia coast in US waters to kidnap crew in June 1807 in peacetime. That conflict was never settled diplomatically, nor with the 1807 US Embargo, and the war minister never apologized for it. Moreover an ambassador stated, "The United States is a nation of brief past and dubious future." It is funny how people have selective memory in history class.

[@bryandevries7210]

@STho205 the Chesapeake Leopard Affair took place on June 22, 1807 although an incursion between military forces, there were many like it in the build up to the Declaration of war by the U.S. Congress on June 1st, 1812. The (one of) the first battles was a U.S. loss at the seige of Fort Mackinac (then in the Northwest Territories, now Michigan) in July of 1812. The conflict wasn't officially declared until almost 5 years after the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair. Some blame British Impressment of Americans into Naval service, some blame expansionism, some even blame the war between the UK and France...it could even be attributed to the frontier wars brewing at the time. It was a very unstable period for the French, British, and American nations for sure.

[@STho205]

@@bryandevries7210 looked it up huh. Good for you. All new republics had frontier conflicts with the colonial empires and each other. This even happened in Switzerland centuries before. However the British passed orders to stop and pillage (sorry inspect) neutral shipping during the post 1803 phase of the war with Napoleon, ILLEGALLY. Canada, of course, at this time was not a nation, but a set of occupied French colonies won ten years before the US independence movement...so just British North America for many more decades to come. In the pre war era British were still garrisoning colonial forts on official US land acquired in the 1783 British surrender treaty...and guns were still being shipped into native American populations below the Great Lakes...as the Foreign Ministry Office in London felt it best to keep an armed Indian buffer state, but keep it on land they didn't possess (US land). This also allowed British Canadian garrisons above the lakes to drive Aboriginal populations down into Indiana, NY etc, away from their own narrow band of settlements along the border. Eventually fledgeling capitalism would make such border land wars no longer necessary, but the 1812 War was one of the last Merchantile, pre Capitalist wars. Today you simply invest abroad to obtain profits and vibrancy in a mutual benefit. We're better apart working together, than together working to be apart.

[@STho205]

@@bryandevries7210 most wars are slow burns. The US Revolution started in conflicts in the early 1770s as the Tory Parliament was trying to find their East India Company at a cost to those in competition with it, like the North American free trade colonies. 5 years of friction and affront. WW2 took five years of aggression by Nazi Germany and frictions in the 20s between France/Belgium and Germany. The US/UK were in a proxy war with Japan over their aggression into Manchuria in the mid 30s...that eventually blew up into open war by Japan on Dec 7&8 of 41. Most folks like to see battles as war and nothing else. They are seldom really rooted in that.

[@patrickchambers5999]

In 1968 I went to the Smithsonian Institution and saw the original Star-Spangled Banner with its tears and holes and places where small squares were taken from it by souvenir hunters before it was placed in the Smithsonian. Brought tears to my eyes then and at 76 the National Anthem still brings tears to my eyes.

[@keving43210]

I'm envious of Ranger Vince. Guy doesn't work a day of his life, he's just straight up passionate about what he does.

[@Campfussell]

Thank you so much Mike and Ranger Vince and all the crew who made this presentation possible. And most of all thank the brave Americans who lived it and made America possible.

[@tysondog843]

As an Australian, I 100% agree. Happy 4th of July!!! There is Nothing wrong with a Strong, Proud USA, as the USA has Much to be Proud of. Australia and the USA are linked in many ways, we are going through the same BS "identity politics", Wokeism etc that you are, just a year or 2 behind... a Strong and Proud USA, is good for a Strong and Proud Australia! and, Good for the World in general. I hope you had a Great 4th of July!

[@ire1398]

@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist9et your FILTHY religion AWAY from my government.

[@clayscloset2618]

What about the millions of Natives and slaves along with Chinese and Irish immigrants who built the railroad etc? I mention all those groups bc they weren’t considered americans and still aren’t given their due. Plus this video didn’t talk about Key being a racist slave owner who did many things to fight abolitionists.

[@tysondog843]

@@clayscloset2618 Yes, America had an Internal War, where they Killed their Own... That is the history... Today, Humans are viewed Equally, as Humans, Race is irrelevant. Why do you hang on to that Archaic, Racist belief that an arbitrary 'label' like "race" makes people different?

[@MikeFugily-hj3ok]

@@tysondog843 we here in the US thank you too, you are like cousins to us...God bless to all of our friends down under✅❤️

[@im_noToKa]

Mr Mike Rowe 🇺🇸 America , Land of the Free and Home of the Brave

[@sandy-rr1by]

A story that needs to be told and not forgotten. Thank you

[@wrkey]

My name is Rusty Key and Francis Scott Key was my 7th Cousin (our linage shared a grandfather). I truly appreciate the effort you put into this segment and having been to the Fort, I can attest to the majesty and grandeur feelings of patriotism and freedom one feels when there. Nice Job!

[@ChibiPanda8888]

That's amazing. Thanks for sharing!

[@skipsmith6176]

Mike as a veteran I appreciate the sentiment about the flag and our great country. Thank You!

[@sidneybristow815]

Thank you kindly for you service, your sacrifice and your time. I'm one of the one who prayed for you. I admire your strength and discipline! 💕🇺🇸

[@fritzoberacker6140]

This presentation should become a mandatory part of history classes in public schools. The passion that ranger had for his job and the presentation skills of Mike Rowe were an awesome combination. Everyday in this country is independence day.

[@thesquirrel082190]

more propaganda, great

[@verro9953]

@@thesquirrel082190 Propaganda; information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view. I think the word your smooth brain was looking for would be history.

[@kevinlockett2155]

If this presentation was a part of my child’s education, I’d personally show up at the school to demand better. This is a fluff piece that literary mocks and celebrates the murder of my people for the crime of being free. The ranger literally says “we didn’t shy away from the Civil Rights Movement” a bald faced lie. As an African American, I’m deeply offended, and as a person who appreciates history I’m troubled because this is simply not how you do history. The blatant, intentional omissions are crafted to create a false view of America. This is not appropriate for history education. Entertaining, packed with interesting trivia, but not nearly classroom level content.

[@derekh1593]

@@kevinlockett2155 It "literary mocks and celebrates the murder of your people"? 🙄

[@clayscloset2618]

@@derekh1593 what are you not understanding? That it didn’t address that Key was a slave owner and did everything he could to make sure it continued and that abolitionists had their voices muted.

[@fig1954]

I was not prepared for what happened to me when I heard the National Anthem and saw Old Glory being hoisted up. I cried. I may be a 70 yr old Vietnam combat vet with three purple hearts, but you bet I cried! I'M DAMM PROUD OF WHAT WE FOUGHT FOR!!! God Bless y'all.

[@KeeperOfTartarus14]

And thank you for your service to this great country. God Bless you and God Bless America!

[@victorwaddell6530]

Thank You for service . I had the honor of hoisting the US Flag when I was in the US Navy on two warships .

[@nedludd7622]

Just what was that "what we fought for"? A war with no purpose and in which we killed millions who never did us any harm.

[@Magazinelady]

Thank you for your service, Sir. I hope you have had a blessed life after your time in the military.

[@thesquirrel082190]

vietnam was a bullshit war

[@MCGaar]

I never thought he would make a better show than dirty jobs, but this one is more fun and uncontained. Love it!

[@rebeccaspringer4512]

People that are passionate about what they do are the treasures of society. There is no doubt that Vince is the best man for the job and it was a joy to watch his unapologetic enthusiasm about this topic.

[@rocket5106]

This should be required viewing in all schools and town hall meetings 🇺🇸🗽🙏😎

[@xAllSystemsReadyx]

Every time I hear this story it gets to me. I'm so proud of our country and the Men and Women that fought and died for us all. When I hear our National Anthem the very first thing I think about are the people that died that day so our flag would keep flying no matter the cost. Its not just a symbol to me, its a reminder, God Bless the USA!

[@clayscloset2618]

And bless all humans

[@25kmgb]

Let the people's voice be heard across mountains valleys and fruited plains - Mike Rowe for president!

[@thesquirrel082190]

yikes

[@thomream1888]

@@thesquirrel082190 hey, you misspelled YES! ya dummy.

[@BumblebeeKisses]

I freaking love this guy! He's such an entertaining and educative storyteller. And I love Mike for going around and giving people like him a voice. ❤

[@oledahammer8393]

Everyone should know this history and thank you for telling the story. Thank God for park rangers that still have this passion for our history and telling the story of the lives lost to protect it.

[@murdoc4072]

Ranger Vince is the perfect representative to bring the history alive. His passion and humor really gets the story told.

[@darkninjacorporation]

Thank you Ranger Vince, not just for what you do and represent as a Ranger, but also for being such an admirable, enthusiastic patriot.

[@meeofcourse4152]

1. This man wears his uniform well... So neat.... 2. The enthusiasm he exudes is fabulous! 3. Thankful this man decided to become this ranger

[@ejcejc4113]

God bless this great nation and those who give their lives to defend it! Happy Independence weekend!

[@clayscloset2618]

And God bless every nation and all 8 billion people alive.

[@ejcejc4113]

Did you really say in another comment that people who think you should stand for the national anthem are like Hitler? C'mon man ... Wokeism is the complete opposite of diversity, inclusivity, and virtue.

[@FP194]

@@clayscloset2618 If you have to like your own comment you should just give up

[@clayscloset2618]

@@FP194 hey genius I didn’t you just doing like that someone else is open minded. And they could be like me and believed in Jesus and still value other religions

[@bellyfat3152]

Such a natural emotion seeing our flag raised. God bless America 🇺🇸

[@kevinwatters358]

I hate that saying seriously -- God created everything and every nation yet you think he should bless America more then anyone else. Sorry but that is just wrong.

[@Youtubecensoredmyusername]

@@kevinwatters358that’s because you’re unable to communicate. GOD bless the USA 🇺🇸🇺🇸 🧂 🧂

[@kevinwatters358]

@@KZbincensoredmyusername Nope it is because your selfish and think you are better then everyone else when you are not.

[@clayscloset2618]

@@KZbincensoredmyusernameactually he can communicate bc you saw what he typed and you replied as did I. You just are clearly a Christian nationalist which means you’ve been fooled and disrespect other religions and don’t see how they can be valid. I believe in Jesus but know other religions throughout history are valid. Also what if you were born in India what religion would you be? What about in the americas around 1200?

[@derekh1593]

@@clayscloset2618 😂🤣😂🤣

[@bradweston5342]

(commenting as an Aussie here) If there is one thing Americans do well it's "patriotism" (until recently anyways) Through it's high visibilty in pop culture and renown sporting events the anthem, and dedication to it, is known the world over and what a story behind it! My simple question "What Happened?" America is a slowly dying star and most the country don't seem to realise or even care!

[@Hongobogologomo]

Liberalism happened.

[@kristenlydens]

Far left ideals, big $ corporations, & career politicians are what happened. But I'm sure you will see a shift sooner rather than later back to more conservative ideals.

[@bradweston5342]

@@kristenlydens (again speaking from afar) I'm not seeing any necessary urgency in that shift and fear it will come to late.

[@fritzoberacker6140]

We did pretty well at repelling Japan after they bombed Darwin too.

[@laurinrice5152]

Also, due to the tamping out of our voices because of the mainstream media and big tech oligarchs, you wouldn’t know that we’re still here! But we are!

[@xxxvcvv]

As a veteran, it's very emotional for me to see this, I felt Ranger Vince's words deeply. I fly the flag everyday 🇺🇸

[@stevehousley8375]

I do also.

[@YvonneWatson-ff5ex]

So do I.

[@21depalma]

Thank you for my freedom

[@jeaniepartridge6701]

I find Ranger Vince's excitement contagious!

[@realbradybrown]

Ranger Vince is the type of patriot you want to know and teach people/kids history. He has a great appreciation of history, and I love it!

[@rickyuht7554]

One of the greatest things I've watched in a long time. Thank you Ranger Vince and Mike Rowe.

[@debbieclark7031]

well done Ranger Vaise . I love your enthusiasm and passion for America.

[@hellpig4309]

Ranger Vince is the MAN! Ft McHenry was a military hospital during WWI. My Grandpa spent months there after getting nearly killed in Europe.

[@javabean215]

Vince is definitely......energetic....about our history and his job.

[@brianm9467]

Ranger Vince is a national treasure with his passion to explain history and keep it alive. Thank you Mike and Ranger Vince.

[@cleverusername9369]

Fun fact, and obvious: Mike is a classically trained opera singer who performed professionally with the Baltimore Opera Also, Vince is one of the best tour guides I've ever seen. His enthusiasm is overwhelming, in the best way. Might have to make my way up to Baltimore

[@JudyHart1]

Got his singing start in barbershop quartet.

[@cleverusername9369]

@@JudyHart1 that makes perfect sense

[@Wardog-rf1tx]

“FREEDOM IS HEAVY” Truer words were never spoken. Well said Mike, Ranger Vince is a great man!! I am a Scotsman, emigrated to Canada (I am Canadian) BUT to me, there is just something so SPECIAL about the Stars and Stripes. Be safe you valiant defenders of that FLAG THAT FLYS SO PROUDLY💂‍♂️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇨🇦

[@Dr.Stein99]

Very heartwarming story. Love the enthusiasm. The Ranger's fulfillment of his duty is an outstanding example of how the right person chooses their own job, is a forever motivational self rewarding position to choose.

[@freethebirds3578]

I absolutely love hearing the Balmerese, Hun! I, too, was born in Baltimore. I was not raised there, however. Like the umbrella, I was born in Baltimore and raised all over the world. The current state of the city saddens me. In high school and college, I would drive to the metro station and hang out at the Inner Harbor. I wouldn't dream of that now. Thanks for bringing back great memories!

[@romasfav1357]

I was 20 years old when we migrated to America, after watching the video it made me cry and made me love America more than ever ! God Bless our Beautiful USA!

[@lauraowens473]

What a beautiful site to see that huge flag blowing in the wind. It show what Freedom really is and don't want to lose. What a great segment and Vince is an awesome guide..Thanks Mike for telling.the story of how our National Anthem came to be. Great history lesson!

[@angiehawkins8289]

As s music teacher who teaches the Star Spangled Banner each year, thank you for this. My kids are in Tennessee and most will never be able to visit Baltimore. This episode shows the actual history. I love it!

[@savermay7654]

I had a chance a few years ago to visit Fort McHenry. Never had been much of a history buff, but it truly is a thrill to see the historic walls & rooms & walk the pathways of the fort in the steps of such courageous men. Thank you, Baltimore & Ranger Vince, for taking such great care of this part of our past. This video should be in every elementary school history class!

[@bryandale7125]

As we near America's 247th celebration of her independence, we would do well to remember not only the words of our national anthem, but more importantly their deep meaning.

[@slimpickens9103]

Francis Scott Keys great grandson was my history teacher. Mr Key was one my all time favorite teachers. He was outstanding at telling stories. He taught me how to tie a tie come to think of it never wore a clip on after that.

[@jackburton5483]

Vince is awesome and his excitement and love for his job is infectious. We definitely need more people like him around.

[@Mo-sv3tc]

I love the way both flags were handled while in transition. Got me welled up a bit...thank you Mike Rowe, and thank Ranger Vince!!!!

[@edjarrett3164]

Amazing! I never knew the backstory about the people involved. Ranger Vic is a national treasure in his telling of the story. I loved their changing out the flag. That large flag is gigantic taking 12 people to just unfurl it. There must have been serious engineering to support that size flag on the flagpole.

[@kevinlockett2155]

This is not the full backstory. The part about the Black man who gave his life representing the nation coming together to defend itself was misleading. Key was a pro-slavery racist who embedded his racism the the song that is now our national anthem. During the war some enslaved people escaped (we can’t really say “defected” because these people were denied citizenship and treated as subhuman even as their labor and bodies were being exploited). They rightly and logically chose to acknowledge their own humanity and pursue freedom. Key mocked them and celebrated their murder in his song. So this feel-good song for you is just a reminder of the hatred and dehumanization that me and my ancestors have experienced for 400+ years on this soil. It’s a big, giant, star-spangled middle finger.

[@catchafire71]

In certain ways everyone should be proud of their hometown. Mike puts a great emphasis on his pride in his hometown.

[@robviousobviously5757]

I took great pride in explaining the origins and history of the Star Spangled Banner to my Cub Scout pack... and a majority of them went on to become Eagle Scouts... thanks Mr Rowe ot still gives me goosebumps and a lump in my throat. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@clayscloset2618]

Did you tell them Francis owned slaves and was good friends with andrew trail of tears jackson? And parts about slavery are left out?

[@jacobbaughman748]

Mike Rowe has balls of steel! Can you imagine being there, that day? Just a tourist, visiting this majestic place; a bus load of school children on an old fashioned field trip. A Park Ranger walks by announcing a TV show, asking for volunteers to help hoist the giant flag? The honor of helping put up a replica of the flag that inspired our National Anthem! I'd be crying whether I was pulling on the rope or just holding the flag up off the ground!

[@ChibiPanda8888]

Same. That would be such a cool experience.

[@sshuggi]

Our country has gone through a lot since this song was penned, and has increasingly seen many changes for the better or worse in recent decades. Nonetheless, these stories of our history do make me proud to be an American and inspire me to realize this storied greatness today, even if it's a simple act of kindness to my fellow man. Not everyone can be the next George Washington.

[@noeponce7566]

Watching this video one day before my oath ceremony is so inspiring thing I can see today thanks USA 🇺🇸 I’m greatful to becoming a U.S citizen of the most beautiful country in the world

[@Elimn8r64]

Thank you Mike for this video. It was refreshing seeing something positive about our great nation. Also, a big thanks to ranger Vince for his enduring love and enthusiasm for our country's history. May God bless you both!

[@billdurham8477]

I think of FSK as Uncle Francis, his niece is an ancestor of mine. The Key family holds the world's record for a running lawsuit, the family donated a farm plot in Manhattan for a church, with the condition that if the land was no longer used for a church they would get the land back. 1899 or so the property was sold by the church and the fir flew while the property kept climbing value. Judge tossed it out a few years ago. My Dad joined a Key family group who sent out letters asking for donations for the legal team.

[@farmerbill6855]

Good show. I don't know why but when that big flag went up, I was moved to tears. Well, I know why, I just didn't expect it. Thank you Mike Rowe.

[@Magazinelady]

My eyes teared up, too.

[@JazminKing-g9v]

Ranger Vince a living embodiment of Patriotism to this Country!. Mike Rowe for President!!!.

[@Arlecchino_Gatto]

It is an honor, a privilege, and a blessing to have been born and raised in The United States of America. I have always been proud to be an American.

[@jacobreed5655]

That's why you should stand for Old Glory!!!!!!!

[@bradbos533]

My brother-in-law, Ranger Rick Nolan was stationed at the fort for a number of years. Beautiful spot to visit, this video was a great reminder of that visit. My son has a flag flown on that flag pole on his first birthday. God Bless America! 🇺🇸

[@GSXR750ization]

Army veteran of 13 years before medical discharge. 2001- 2014. Love this video and very very much appreciate Ranger Vince! People need to understand the depth of our anthem. It's not about sports. The unbreakable Anerican spirit is still going strong. Doesn't matter what you read on the internet or see on the news. Mess around and find out. America will embarrass you. If your the very best maybe you'll become part of a cadence to fire up troops for training.

[@dwayne7356]

Very timely and fitting piece since back in May 2023, a children's choir from Rushingbrook, was stopped from singing the National Anthem inside the Capitol Building after being deemed a '"demonstration" by Capital Police. We need Ranger Vince to go and educate the Capital Police.

[@clayscloset2618]

So you think he knows the rules there better than the police smh. And it makes sense it was considered a demonstration bc they were in a group and going to be disruptive. You might not like it but use some common sense

[@GeneralWashingtonGaming]

This is my favorite episode! I am as passionate about the history of of America as Ranger Vince so it was great to see how much it means to him. I hope to visit each site that played apart of forming America.

[@robotto8858]

I'll always remember my visit in 1976. That's right, as a kid I spent the Bicentennial watching fireworks from those grounds. I can't thank my parents enough for that experience. Beautiful segment Mike!

[@Sam590ss]

That was absolutely beautiful! And yes, freedom is heavy. But worth every ounce.

[@dougmartin7272]

I love Ranger Vince’s use of today’s language and the relational stories that he uses to tie it all together. Great job

[@88dfletcher]

Thanks, Mike! I've been working with my daughter since before she could talk, in an effort to teach the importance of history, patriotism, and other things. This show broke through and now I'm being flooded with questions I don't know the answer to encouraging me to grow as well. Great stuff!

[@clwatts]

This was one of the most intense episodes I have ever seen. Proud of you Mike Rowe.

[@ronniekeener3802]

That was awesome. Thanks MIKE!

[@TGSureal]

I just remembered that when I was in elementary school for my 6th grade year I got to raise and lower the flag each day. At the end we would fold it and take it to put away in the office. I was a Boy Scout so me and a fellow Scout got the honor. I had totally forgot.

[@ChibiPanda8888]

Cool memory!

[@reaper7263]

This was quite an inspiring episode and a very valuable history lesson, the sacrifices of the men who stood their ground and repelled the British advances at that point in our nation’s history is truly remarkable, it truly reinforces my love and respect for this great and beautiful nation

[@smalltownamericazach]

Love It Protect Our History and Preserve Our Heritage Thank You Mike

[@dianbarnhart2745]

Great to watch on Independence Day 2023. Thank you Mike Rowe.

[@blindbrick]

I like the way Mike sings the 'The Star-Spangled Banner'. Usually anthems are played and sung like a lullaby, while they mostly were intended to be a battle cry.

[@greggsteward2760]

I'm a 22 yr military vet. And in all honesty seeing these huge flags fly gives me huge goosebumps. If I'm not careful my eyes will actually start watering and i get choked up. Cant help it. God bless each and EVERY patriot who has paid the ultimate sacrifice. Also may God bless those families who gave their sons and daughters for this country and its people.

[@richb313]

Thanks Mike and Thanks Ranger Vince for keeping history alive.

[@FM-Patriot]

Awesome video Mike. One thing Baltimore can be proud of FOR SURE! Parkville native here!

[@RoseUnseen]

Seeing Mike And Vince having so much fun for history and education and just for the hell of it ! it was heart warming watching rowe having fun hoisting a flag

[@Matt_Hatt3r]

Ranger Vince reminds me of a mix between Gomer Pyle and Sargeant Carter, and I mean that in the best, most complimentary way. You can just see and hear his enthusiasm for his role at the fort. What a great tour guide!! I've also seen the flag at the Smithsonian and it is truly awe inspiring. It's absolutely my favorite part of the entire museum.

[@ChibiPanda8888]

I can kinda see that. I love Sargeant Carter. Never really got into Gomer Pyle.

[@melissagottlieb3381]

Hi Mike! ❤ Thanks for this sir. Happy Independence Day!

[@Ianua_Veritatis]

Thanks Mike & thanks to the Ranger & others at the fort

[@fightingfalconfan]

Loved this episode. Maybe even more then the episode he was on the aircraft carrier. Every time I see the flag and hear our anthem playing I almost come to tears. A lot of family members have served to protect what that flag represents. Lot's of friends too so although I know you are to burn the flag if it touches the ground or gets ruined; I couldn't bring myself too it. Means too much to me to burn such a flag.

[@charleslayton9463]

I'm fairly sure you aren't supposed to burn a flag just because it touches the ground. Keeping the flag off the ground is a sign of high respect for the flag and what it represents, but touching the ground doesn't "desecrate" the flag or cause it to become unusable. We burn flags that have become damaged or so worn as to reflect badly on their meaning. Generally it is done at a local level by a veteran's organization on an occasional basis when they collect enough retired flags to make sense to hold the ceremony. If I remember correctly, another honorable way to retire a flag is to bury it. If I'm wrong, someone can correct me.

[@melrest3453]

I wanna visit here and meet this guy!

[@throwingbull]

I was born and raised around Annapolis, MD, and lived in state for my first 60 years. I moved three years ago. As a child I went to Ft. McHenry many times and was always fascinated with the history. I bought a little replica cannon from the gift shop as a child that still sits on my shelf. I took my children to the Fort several times. And my grand-children. And any friend or visitor who wanted to go. I've had a photo I took of the Fort used in Baltimore Magazine. There is nothing like watching the film in the Visitors Center about the Fort and the Anthem and at the end they start playing the Anthem as they open the wall of curtains and you see the Fort and Old Glory flying over Her. Always majestic.

[@AuntChuck]

Vince is AWESOME, and his passion and enthusiasm for our country's history is contagious!! The raising of the "big" flag with our national anthem playing in the moment truly brought tears to my eyes. May God continue to bless our country and our people!! ❤❤❤

[@aegusa12]

I love your dedicated work Mr. Rowe!!!

[@marcocurrin8122]

I got you a memorabilia coming MIke,,love your channel,,,you helped keep me sober so many days man,,,so many

[@matthewjerkovic5591]

I was lucky enough to be in Baltimore for work. I was also lucky enough to be at Fort McHenry for the By centennial for our national anthem. It was and is the most emotional time for me to see the most spectacular celebration in my life.

[@margaretstutts4362]

Ranger Vince is awesome!! Thank you for the tour and the enthusiasm!! Thank you to the patriots who fought the British AGAIN for American Independence!! God Bless America!! 🇺🇸🦅

[@woodsflights237]

Thank you mike for continuing to put out quality and informative content. I use to watch your shows all the time growing up, I'm glad to see things are still going well. Thank you for all of the great memories.

[@debbieapperson3026]

Thank you Mike and friend. I LOVE our FLAG and all it stands for, I LOVE the brave men and woman who have fought to keep AMERICA FREE!!👍👏❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@swanlakelady4180]

It’s great to see somebody who is so passionate about their job.

[@charlesgerlach7059]

what an amazing history lesson, and two amazing gentleman, Mike Rowe and Ranger Vince

[@lcspells6005]

Brought tears to my eyes raising the big flag. I love my country

[@ugoogletube8873]

A GREAT JOB MIKE, THANK YOU.