Rapper REACTS to Star Spangled Banner As You've Never Heard It! Happy 4th of July!

[@keithwilliams5547]

This is why the flag should never touch the ground.

[@tommigun102470]

Can we put the flag upside down?

[@vivienneclarke2421]

This is why I was out in a tornado last year grabbing my flag up off the ground~!! And yes,,we are a country in distress~my flag is being flown upside down.......

[@cden409]

@@tommigun102470yes, it means ‘in trouble or distress’ it’s very real

[@Christine-hl4rl]

@@tommigun102470 that is a sign of distress- like you need emergency help right now!

[@tommigun102470]

@vivienneclarke2421 oh wow, who are you fighting with that you have your flag upside down, I hope you're ok?

[@devildoc4257]

I fought for this country and am now 100% sevice connected disabled. I have no regrets about that. What i do regret is what our country has become. We are not black , white Hispanic asian democrats or Republicans. We are all Americans.

[@CJBW]

Thank you for your sacrifices. God Bless you🇺🇸❤️. My dad survived the battle of the bulge. Thank God. I despise what our politicians are doing to hurt this country, but I love America and never deny her!!

[@roadrash2005]

@@CJBWthese aren’t “politicians” these are enemies of the American people that have learned that infiltration and destruction is best performed as a representative of the state.

[@Lord6]

Thank you for your and your family's sacrifices. A grand number of us can never thank you enough.

[@sandgrownun66]

Were the 100% Anglo-Saxon men, who signed the Declaration of Independence and wrote the Constitution. Thinking about Africans, Asians and Latin Americans, when they were doing so? Remember, most of those men owned humans as property at the time. A practice which had been banned in Britain since the 11th century. Also, something which the British at the time, were seeking to abolish in their colonies. What a great time to want to cut ties with the Mother Country.

[@tgamjm6428]

Ty for your service but i just can't with the last part of that i would say We Are All Americans for the civilians yes. But the history for Democratic Politicians is just to vile/Evil so i would say Republican if your pro American. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHmsZKSljstqoqc

[@negativex6026]

I'm a legal immigrant from a communist country , I've been here since I was five and I love this country with all my heart and soul . Too many people in this country take it for granted .

[@michaelmorrison687]

I was born in the US. I agree with you where you say too many people take America for granted.

[@negativex6026]

@@michaelmorrison687 Unfortunately things are going so bad that we may lose it all ... Then many will realize ... They never knew what they had until it's gone , but it will be too little too late . What a dang shame .

[@Captain-Awesome]

God raised up America as the one and only global superpower for the protection of Israel.

[@nathantaylor1921]

@negativex6026 YOU SAID IT! WE LOVE YOU TOO! THATS THE AMERICAN DREAM. LEGAL IMMIGRATION IS THE BASIS OF WHY THIS "MELTING POT" STILL WORKS TODAY!! Most have seen what their communist, socialist, fascist, etc.. ways have done to their homeland. Then, they choose to immigrate here to have their freedoms back! It's a beautiful thing!! Many 'American Youths' have had these freedoms from birth and take them for granted, don't understand, if they continue to be influenced by outsiders who have plans to conquer this land, they could lose so much! Wake Up!

[@billmeade9029]

I turned 58 yesterday and I have always loved our country and Great full for what the for father's did and the sacrifices they made for our 'independence' I highlighted that because I don't think a lot of people know what that word means , because to many people depend on our government to take care of them I see people crying about free health care and if they think about it that would mean the government would be in charge of their health care and seeing how they do such a bang up job on everything else I'll have to pass on that , back in the 70s before Clinton signed us into NAFTA and a lot of businesses packed up and moved overseas jobs competed for workers and had pensions and 100% paid insurance with 0 deductible you know back when America was Great 🤔

[@marlonsummey1983]

As a vet, I was proud to stand up and fight for this country. Every time I hear the pledge or Star Spangled Banner, I salute with misty eyes. Be proud and respectful or get the hell out. God bless America

[@horseygirl645]

Thank you for your service. ❤️🇺🇸❤️

[@ChinaFlag-w4x]

Against enemies foreign and domestic. I think you vets neglected the domestic part.

[@Angus4277]

Thank you for your service. Happy Independence Day.

[@solleytara]

Thank you for your service

[@LindaLittle-m7j]

Thank you to all past and present military and first responders for your service!!❤❤🎉🎉 Happy Independence Day!!❤❤❤❤

[@jaceywarren1528]

I was taught as a child that this is why every true American won't see the flag on the ground. Its disrespectful to the memory of those who perished to keep that flag up on that day. There is so much more than we realize. Thank you for this July 4th gift.

[@Cuffsmaster]

accept most of this story is wrong. The truth is a great story so he didn't have to lie about it. This is modern America, lie to make it bigger .... yes distortion of history is wrong .

[@jaceywarren1528]

@@Cuffsmaster first of all, I think you meant "except" not "accept". I do not accept that most of this story is wrong. I do accept that the story as told here was told in a way to stir the American soul. This story made it sound like many died when in fact, only 4 brave men died and 24 more were injured. 330 British soldiers were either killed, wounded or captured. The incredible part to me is that Britain suffered nearly 14 times more casualties than the American patriots. This was during the war of 1812 when Britain came back mad that we were succeeding as a nation. While 4 deaths and 24 injuries may not seem like a lot to you what I see is 4 strong courageous people left this world too early. That is the point, people have died to as BP said give us the freedom to live the lives we get to live today. It's about gratitude to ALL who have served, bled, and died for that principle.

[@gailcalderone5229]

​@@CuffsmasterYes. It would be great if this story was told the way it really happened...The true story should be told...

[@konradkanuckle5920]

​@@Cuffsmasterok lefty.

[@Nomad-vv1gk]

You weren't taught this because this is mostly lies being told by a right-wing so-called preacher.

[@TheRepublican777]

This is why we don't let the flag hit the ground and we don't kneel for the Anthem, we stand up for it for those who can't.

[@lakeracer8453]

You hear that Colin Kaepernick? And the NFL leadership that allowed his foolishness to go on?

[@TheAislynnRose]

When People don't understand the history. That kneeling is a signal surrendering to tyranny, not fighting it. Smh.

[@davidsuttles101]

I’m a former Army attack helicopter pilot with combat experience…I will not live on my knees…Thank you for the respect!

[@themaskedfinger6888]

Thank you for keeping America safe. We don't back down to tyrants.

[@LindaLittle-m7j]

I thank you for watching a bit of our history!!❤❤

[@jennybaby2010]

Thank you for your service . I stand with pride for my beatiful country and all that made living here possible and continue to be possible. My family will never forget ❤❤

[@thomasbarath3593]

Served in the 101st, curious... which chopper did you pilot?

[@davidsuttles101]

@@thomasbarath3593 Old school, AH-1 Cobra, 2-17 Air Cav.

[@Edera7795]

This is not propaganda, It is history. This is why there is only ONE Nation Anthem. Our fore fathers had the Magna Carta to use as a blueprint for our Constitution. We are truly blessed. Thank you for taking off your hat.

[@bamagirl218]

If only this subject was taught to kids now like we were taught it. Totally different

[@lao5960]

And that flag is still in the museum!!

[@tupelohoney622]

Based on a true story. There were 10 British boats, not the entire fleet. This incident occurred during the War of 1812. And yes, as several mentioned, this flag is in the Smithsonian's American History museum.

[@UnqualifiedReviews]

It's not propaganda but it is very much embellished.

[@allengator1914]

It may not be propaganda in the strictest terms, but this is a highly embellished account of the battle of Fort Henry. Historians have found that the British did not specifically target the flag. All in all, there were about 28 total American casualties. The bodies of dead soldiers were not used to hold up the flag pole. That is a total falsehood in this account of the events. A 42 by 30 foot flag has to be on a well-anchored pole, it cannot be held up by a few dead bodies stacked around it.

[@Bmattsoren]

I’m Canadian and even I removed my hat when the song started. This is such a powerful piece of history with so much depth, meaning and character I have nothing but love and respect for my freedom loving family and brothers down south. Happy Independence Day

[@georges4061]

We have no closer brothers as a nation then our northern neighbors. Every patriotic American i know would fight nearly as readily for our northern brothers as for ourselves.

[@grigryphon]

I too, identify as North American! 🇨🇦🇺🇸 Happy independence, fam!

[@ryanhampson673]

During hockey games if playing a Canadian team they play both anthems, I always stand for the Canadian one too even though I’m American. It’s just respectful…Plus I don’t want to make our norther neighbors angry…You guys tend to go ham when wars pop off 🤣

[@canadianbacon0]

US and Canada, BFF, for real. I'm so glad to have Canada as an ally. No nation in earth could step foot in North America without finding out real quick how poor a choice that is.

[@lynnrobinson4435]

We are cousins brother💞

[@hobbievk5119]

My 8th Great Grandfather, Christopher Crary, was twice captured by the British. The second time, he was imprisoned in one of the prison ships, where the conditions were so squalid that most prisoners died from disease and starvation. Christopher escaped from the prison ship and returned to the fight, serving until the war was won. He's an inspiration to me in times like this, when those who have never endured tyranny seem willing to surrender the freedoms our ancestors sacrificed everything to give us. Democracy is fragile. Our resolve to defend it cannot be.

[@nataliemorton5568]

This is so well-written. Thank you to your 8th Grandfather and to all men who have fought for our freedom !!! I am a Baby Boomer and miss the strong sense of Patriotism I was taught as a child and all during my school years. I also have a hard time sitting if I hear the Star Spangled Banner, and after standing, putting my right hand over my heart and singing while tears fill my eyes, with great love and gratitude for the gift I have as an American citizen to live my life as I choose within the laws in the Constitution. This past 3 and 1/2 years has been SO sad and painful as Government Officials ignore the Laws that exist and do whatever they want. I have a strong faith in God and I know He will Shepherd us to where we belong. God Bless AMERICA!!!

[@vivienneclarke2421]

My 10th and 11th times grandfathers came here on the Mayflower. Edward Fuller and his young son,Samuel Fuller. My ancestors fought in the Revolutionary War and being from the Philadelphia area,they knew George Washington personally,,and some of the other Founding Fathers too. I've watched this video about the Star Spangled Banner so many times,and always cry when I think of how brave,strong and determined my,OUR,, ancestors were. And I have tried to live up to that legacy in my own life🇺🇲❤️🤍💙🇺🇲

[@lisafalcione537]

@@vivienneclarke2421 It seems we are related. My ancestor also was William Fuller. What a family history we had. Proud of our forefathers.

[@vivienneclarke2421]

@lisafalcione537 No way~!!😂Small world isn't it lol..... Have a happy Independence Day cousin~!!❤️🤍💙

[@marquisdelafayette1929]

More died on prison ships than in battle.

[@lauratrout3452]

And this is why no one should not stand for this anthem. It is respect.

[@dragonwood4562]

It is the rule of the military, and should be observed by all Americans, that when the anthem plays you stand and face the flag. If there is no flag, you face the source of the music.

[@lynn2574]

My dad was part of the silent generation. He lied about his age bc he was homeless to enlist in the Navy at 17. He served in the Korean War. I his later years, he developed Parkinson’s. Despite his poor balance and constant tremors, he ALWAYS stood for the anthem. Even when he stood out from a wheelchair.

[@ImprovmanZero]

Obvious exception wheelchairs

[@TheAislynnRose]

Not just respect. People who don't know history don't understand that bending the knee at the flag is surrendering TO tyranny not fighting it. Smh

[@PokemanTrucker]

My grandpa used to say, it doesn't matter how poor you are, doesn't matter your race or your skin color. Color. If you are an American and you live in these United States and you are damn blessed. The freedom's here are unmatched by any country in the world. That is why I stand against all who wish to destroy the freedoms that these brave American heroes time and time again have stood to give us. I am proud to be an American.

[@TimPetrone]

There's nothing wrong with being a patriot...but your grandfather was misinformed. The U.S. is not the most free country there is. It's not even in the top 10. The founding fathers had a vision of true freedom for this country, and built us the best foundation for that vision that they could...but the cracks in that foundation began to form almost immediately. Still...America offered opportunities that most countries didn't in it's early days, and many people immigrated here to take advantage of that. The rest of the world was watching, tho. They saw our success and our rapid rise to power, and many tried to emulate it. Many succeeded. "Freedom" as an ideal was the vision our nation was founded upon, and for that reason, we honor freedom above all else...but was the freedom the founding fathers envisioned ever truly actualized?? To an extent, sure. But we're still not quite there, and MANY other countries have surpassed us in that regard. Our democracy is incredible in theory...but in practice, it's broken. The mega-rich can buy politicians and power, giving them nearly all of the control. Capitalism is also great in theory, but not in practice, for much the same reason. The mega-rich horde the wealth, while the rest of us either work ourselves to the bone just to barely scrape by, or freeze and starve to death on the streets. Our military HAS fought for our freedom...but not recently. Not since WWII, really. Mostly they fight to make the mega-rich even richer. That certainly isn't the goal of the individual soldier...but it IS the purpose they serve. I'm a true patriot in the sense that I love my country, ALL of its' people, and the vision of the founding fathers...but I refuse to ever become a blind nationalist. I accept he reality of things...not some fantasy based on ideals that were laid down by the founding fathers, but never fully actualized. So be a patriot...but educate yourselves first. Don't let your desire to feel truly proud overshadow the truth.

[@shirleyrash7986]

Who do you think is freer and better. In Give names am sure I Immigrates and unhappy folks would go

[@soulpatchjackson3076]

@@TimPetrone sorry blood. God put this, me and this flag here for a reason. The greatest nation that has save this world. This world depends on it again. let's go!

[@TimPetrone]

@soulpatchjackson3076 Everything I said was factual…not an opinion. When it comes to freedoms granted by the government, the United States is not the most free country in the world. There are several that have us beat. Feel free to fact-check that. The main point I was making is that there are a lot of very common misconceptions about the U.S. that most people who live here believe to be true…but the actual truth is sometimes drastically different. Our level of freedom compared with other countries is probably the most common one. We may have started the “freedom trend”, but currently we’re maybe in the top 10 most free countries. We’re definitely not #1. We’re still the greatest superpower, due to our size; our military power; and how much the world economy relies on what we provide…but we’re not the most free, and in most measurable ways, we’re far from the “greatest”. You don’t have to deny the facts to be a patriot. I’m a patriot. If you DO deny the facts in order to claim we’re the best in every way, that’s called “blind nationalism”…not patriotism.

[@brendajackson913]

There's NO changing our National Anthem ‼️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@dawnmarieallenkent2495]

Someone's trying...

[@MaryannTurton]

Amen sister!

[@brendajackson913]

@@dawnmarieallenkent2495 Who's ever trying needs to watch this and learn the history behind it ❤️🤍💙🇺🇲‼️

[@rubyslippers8215]

Totally agree! As an aside, I tried to find an American flag emoji to include in my post - there ISN'T one - woke-ster flag, yes...the US flag, nope.

[@toddstevens13]

Let me guess, you have never read the entire SSB, all of the verses hidden away on purpose, and have no understanding of its full meaning. God Bless America should be the anthem.

[@gandalf679]

I"m a 65 year old Army Vet, I was a tank commander in the Big Red One...that flag, means everything to me...that flag represents the true American spirit...Happy 4th of July, America! And mad respect for taking off your hat...Thank YOU!!!

[@iamchicosuave]

Awesome! My dad was Big Red One. Also, I've been to this fort. Just hits different.

[@semperfi8992]

I was with rock of the marn 3rd id

[@elizabethmann383]

Thank you for your service and to all of our men and women!!!

[@MargaloBird]

Thank you for your service!

[@gandalf679]

@@MargaloBird It was my pleasure. 🙂

[@TheAirborneGator]

First African American to receive the Medal of Honor Service: United States Army Rank: Sergeant, Unit: 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, Place of action: Fort Wagner, South Carolina, Date of action: July 18, 1863 Sgt. Carney was awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery during the assault on Fort Wagner, where he carried the American flag despite being wounded multiple times. He was the first African American to receive the Medal of Honor.

[@normaedietrich9410]

Thank you for sharing.

[@rsxfan]

Not taking anything away from that great American Hero, but he was not the first. The date of action for which he received the award is earlier than the man that was the first is where some of the confusion comes when this comes up. Sgt Carney didn't receive his until 1900. Landsman Arron Anderson was the actual first to be awarded the MoH, even though the date of action for his award is almost 2 years after that of Sgt Carney. Landsman Arron Anderson was issued his citation on June 22nd 1865.

[@TinaKay24]

@@rsxfan thats kind of rude.

[@Labossco]

For all of you that fought for our country and died for it, thank you 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅

[@WhiskyJack-]

Don't thank us, live your life as if you earned it! Freedom is never free!

[@elizabethfranco1284]

There is something that a lot of Americans today don’t think about,when the founding fathers signed their names to the Declaration of Independence they were initially signing their death warrants. We did not win our freedom with pen and paper, we had to fight the greatest naval and military power at the time and lose many lives to do so. It was by God’s grace that America came to be,if we had lost,King George could have very well had those men put to death for treason or in prison. Yes we should celebrate this day with jubilation and songs of freedom and thanks giving to our Father for life liberty and the pursuit of happiness,but let’s not forget to remember the labor pains America endured to birth this Nation 🇺🇸

[@maryannweitzel5636]

Yup. They were felons.❤

[@UTubeHandlesSuck]

..and now we've rolled over belly up and let a bunch of black-robed Notsees make a half-assed excuse for a failed President into a King.

[@Christine-hl4rl]

The Founding Fathers- our Declaration of Independence - “ to this we pledge our sacred honor” ❤

[@cyberpred]

Many of them were in their thirties and some younger. Average age of the signers was in their 40s. Think about that and how young the greats were

[@marquisdelafayette1929]

You left out the fact that if France didn’t bankroll us and give us troops, ships, and $$ we would have been screwed. It took a long time for the US to become a “country” and were really a loose confederation of states. So that presented a lot of issues with different states and who pays the soldiers and who doesn’t. That’s why there was mutiny a few times. They were especially angry about having done a year or two and hadn’t been paid while new recruits were given bonuses and pay. So they got extremely angry (justifiably). That’s part of why Benedict Arnold defected to the British. He fought and spent $10,000 out of pocket on different campaigns with Congress agreeing to pay originally and then afterwards giving him a hard time. Then he was injured twice in the same leg. The last one happened when he rallied the troops and single-handedly won during Saratoga while Gates twiddled his thumbs. That’s when the French agreed to openly help us. Then Gates went and said he did it all by himself. They also accused him of using his position as leader of Philadelphia to “enrich himself”. That was the last straw. After that he defected.

[@seanm4075]

As an Army Veteran who joined up after 9/11... shortly after High School... it makes my blood boil when I see the disrespect our flag & Coubtry gets from her own people... When people call the flag a hate symbol... when people say it represents white supremacy... when they trash or burn the flag... The sheer audacity pisses me off... I love my Country & proudly would have given my life for her... It wasn't my price but many before me & after paid that price... Love it or leave it... there are 1000's of entry/exit ports, airports, & border crossings... nobody is making you live here... The greatness of this Country will not bend a knee nor bow to your ways... We will not fall as long as their is blood pumping through the veins of true patriots...

[@themaskedfinger6888]

I also feel frustrated when I see citizens disrespecting the flag by adding slogans or other embellishments directly onto the stars and stripes, believing it enhances their patriotism.

[@greeneyedsoutherngirl6468]

Beautifully said 🇺🇸

[@debbysalmon2498]

The blacks were not the only people who were kept in slavery, it's been going on for thousand and thousands of people, The Jews had more things done to their race then any other race. The Romans took white slave, the Vikings took white slaves. Most Americans came to this country for freedom.

[@gregmecham5556]

One thing not mentioned is that civilians sunk their own ships in the harbor to keep the British navy out. You can see the masts poking out of the water in some of the paintings. Most if not all of these ships were used to make a living. They couldn’t just go out and buy another replacement. That’s a sacrifice.

[@meaghanhoffmann5869]

This.

[@vivienneclarke2421]

Wow. That just made me CRY.....

[@meaghanhoffmann5869]

@@gregmecham5556 I’m gonna share this info on another page.

[@Tijuanabill]

@@meaghanhoffmann5869 Might check and see if it's true first, given the comments in this video, and the video itself, are making wildly untrue claims.

[@meaghanhoffmann5869]

@@Tijuanabill what exactly about the battle of 1812 is false?

[@amygilmore5806]

Freedom is never free. We are always one generation from losing it

[@klz4377]

80 days until the election. Freedom vs communism, choose wisely

[@MindyAstone]

This is Not propaganda, this is Truth and our History!! ❤️🇺🇸❤️

[@robertphelps1574]

Not propaganda but highly embellished and some of it is made up

[@hippie2348]

​@@robertphelps1574wrong

[@shell0998]

Thanks for talking your hat off, and showing Respect!! People have lost Respect, and forgotten the blood that was shed to make us Free. God Bless America

[@sandgrownun66]

When was America last invaded?

[@simpleiowan3123]

This should be required watching every year in all grade schools.

[@TheOmegaRain]

💯

[@chrisester2910]

Maybe if it were actually historically accurate maybe.

[@jilliant.4550]

This is not very accurate. Take the time to research the real story. And I agree, the real story should be taught. This one is good for the feels only.

[@allengator1914]

Why? This isn't close to being a historically accurate accounting of the Battle of Fort Henry. Historians have found that the British did not specifically target the flag. All in all, there were about 28 total American casualties. The bodies of dead soldiers were not used to hold up the flag pole. That is a total falsehood in this account of the events. A 42 by 30 foot flag has to be on a well-anchored pole, it cannot be held up by a few dead bodies stacked around it.

[@bobbiejojackson9448]

@@allengator1914 Not a total falsehood. It's embellished. If you think there aren't embellished stories in every country's history, you haven't been paying attention. The point behind this is to help people understand what patriots fought for and why. How does that affect your life in a negative way?

[@lillianmaybriggs5358]

This is why we are adamant that the flag not touch the ground.

[@candygarfield1479]

CHEATLE

[@bambamnj]

And one more thing... how amazing is it that we did break away from Great Britain, only like 250 years ago and yet we became the closest of friends and staunch allies, to them and they to us. We love our British brothers and sisters today. So not only does America fight and not give up, but we also forgive and give second chances, not just in Word but in actions.

[@joeday4293]

You know why that is? Because the British common law is the DNA of the American Constitution. The American Revolution basically held up a mirror to Britain's own standards, and found them lacking, and re-established them in a purer way, in a new land. And not only have the Brits taken a few meaningful looks in that mirror over the last couple of centuries, we have also faced common enemies together that threatened civilization as either of us knew it.

[@daveray44]

Even the UK reactors on KZbin really get emotional while watching this video. It's ironic how many will comment about seeing Old Glory everywhere before watching this to fullu understanding why afterwards

[@bambamnj]

@@joeday4293 Amen Joe!!! We all need to take a good long look in the mirror now and then. We all lose our way from time to time. What is important is that we realize we're going the wrong way and get ourselves back on track. I think America is experiencing this right now. Hopefully we will get back on track soon.

[@sandgrownun66]

Yes. It's lucky for you, that British people, with their culture, values, and principles founded your country. Just think that if it had been the Spanish. You'd probably be like Mexico or Venezuela now.

[@themaskedfinger6888]

France is our oldest ally.

[@dagnard5707]

this right here is why our colors dont run. and thank you for not pausing during our anthem.

[@sandgrownun66]

What about that little South East Asian disaster you ran from. Those rice-farmers are tough cookies.

[@Baby_Man_Crow]

“Our flag doesn’t fly because the wind blows it. It flies with the last breath of every soldier who died protecting it” America may be having a hard time right now, but we will stand together once more, United, as one. God bless America 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@LMMeliteVGS]

I’ve heard this a couple times, I cry every time. All Americans should see this in grade school 🇺🇸

[@CoastalNomad]

On a Patrioitic note...... Check out: - Red Skelton breaking down the Pledge of Alliegence.... I believe it was recorded in 1968/1969 for his TV Show....... - The song "Ragged Ole Flag" Johnny Cash...... - The song "Arlington" by Trace Atkins....

[@danacasey8543]

And Robin Williams' skit as the flag.

[@alwaysdriveing]

I was thinking that too.

[@mooriahscary7160]

The algorithm must have brought me here. I sang this as a kid in school and never really paid attention to what I was singing. I hope this video reaches many more people. Thank you for this video. I appreciate it. 🇺🇸

[@smcqueen2801]

I cry every time I see this video. I even thought at the end "I wonder if he is gonna take his hat off during the anthem", and then boom! Never should have questioned your patriotism! Lol Thank you for watching this! Happy 4th of July!

[@Tijuanabill]

Maybe if you knew most of it was BS, you wouldn't cry. There is a reason this isn't taught in schools: The video maker made up about half of this stuff said, or more.

[@smcqueen2801]

@Tijuanabill there is a reason America has always stood as a beacon of hope for millions around the world. We are bred different. You won't convince me otherwise.

[@Tijuanabill]

@@smcqueen2801 I don't disagree with that. But the video is full of lies and propaganda, that neither of us were taught in school. It's not patriotic to tell lies, or support them, so I cannot.

[@SavageDawgJoshua]

​@@Tijuanabillyou keep chirping on every comment that half of the commentary is a lie, yet you've refuted not one single thing said. I think you are full of shit and just hate America.

[@VENOMS_WRAITH]

There is nothing more visually beautiful than seeing our flag blowing in the wind. I agree 100% with you BP.

[@andreadeamon6419]

Seen one last Sunday that you couldn't see the flagpole. It was huge. Want to say 675 in Ohio. My goodness it was beautiful - and huge. Took my breath away

[@Jeffbambam]

7th generation vet Tuscarosa Indian , scotch/irish , family on both sides of the civil war , I love this country and all my American brothers and sisters from all walks of life . We are a great nation ,full of diversity and acceptance.

[@johnbordach4195]

I'm reminded of the U.S. Olympian who was the flag carrier at the Stockholm Olympics, I believe, (correct me if I'm wrong). As the teams from all the countries paraded in front of the King, lowering their flags in respect, the American didn't. When asked why, he said- "This flag bows to no earthly king."

[@dominicbuckley8309]

To the rest of the world, the US attitude to the flag is very strange. Every other country also believes that their flag is sacred: at a funeral, battle or a contest, laying the flag on the ground is *not* a sign of submission, but of consecrating the ground and imbuing it with the ideals of that country. The flag is more powerful than the ground. For the US, a flag touching the ground means the flag has been desecrated, made dirty and has to be burnt. It is patriotic, but only on a superficial level, as it implies that Americans think the ground is more powerful than their flag.

[@Tijuanabill]

@@dominicbuckley8309 No. Nobody thinks that. What are you talking about? We don't think any flag is "powerful". We think letting something sacred get dirty, is bad. It's the same reason you dress nice for church, or that the priest doesn't show up all dirty. If you are doing something sacred, it should be done cleanly. By your logic, we baptize babies because they are weak. Like...could you miss the point more? Is it even possible?

[@dominicbuckley8309]

@@Tijuanabill You have literally just proved my point. Americans think of lowering the flag as 'letting something sacred get dirty'. Every other country in the world sees lowering the flag to the ground (usually in salute to the fallen) as _the flag making the ground sacred_ . Of course, we're not talking about accidental dropping (which is always bad), but a deliberate salute performed at funerals and memorials. In the past, it was also done prior to battles or contests, as a symbol of making the ground your own. To use your baptism analogy: to the rest of the world, the US attitude to lowering the flag is like saying that a baby shouldn't be baptized because the holy water would get dirty. Anyways, from an historical point of view it needs to be pointed out that the US attitude to lowering the flag did not date from this incident. It actually became a tradition during the Civil War, but was not made official until the Flag Code of 1923.

[@Tijuanabill]

@@dominicbuckley8309 Yeah but, why on earth would we care what lesser nations do and think? We are better than them, so they should follow our lead, not the reverse.

[@chriss2452]

​@@TijuanabillLesser nations? They should follow our lead? Are you kidding? What makes your nation superior to anyone else? Your national debt? Your corrupt politicians? Your corporate greed? Your homeless?

[@Angus4277]

Hey BP, I'm a veteran who served during Desert Storm 1990 - 1997. I appreciate your support for our great land. That pride is not so common these days. People need to come together & remember that #hUmaNITY is the key. God bless America and ALL of her citizens. Happy Independence Day.

[@heffiagametech8094]

In my part of the country we are still proud to be an American and proud of our country.

[@susanalexander6721]

Thank you for your Service Sir. I don't walk by a Veteran without shaking their hand.🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Almcingrid3663]

Thank you! My hubby was too.

[@andrewjackson8421]

Great reaction. I don't know when they stopped teaching this in schools but I remember learning about this in school in like 2nd or 3rd grade & it made me proud to be an American back then! When football players started taking a knee during the national anthem, I stopped watching football. They were flat out disrespecting the men and women who sacrificed their lives so we all could live free. No, we didn't treat the Native Americans or Asians or Blacks right in the beginning but we realized the error of our ways and grew as a nation and changed. Blacks in America have it much better than their cousins back in Africa who sold their ancestors into slavery. Asians, Latinos, and every other nationality or ethnicity who came and added their culture to our own has only made us stronger as a nation and more inclusive than any other country in the world. The fact that in Los Angeles alone there are more nationalities represented than at the UN shows how much of a melting pot we are. Most Americans cannot trace their ancestry back to one country, nationality, or ethnicity, but instead find that they are a mix of many different cultures, peoples, and ethnicities. I've had ancestors on both sides of both world wars, yet I'm able to find pride in both cultures, and still be proud to be an American. Our great seal says it best, E Pluribus Unum ~ Out of Many, One.

[@otisjr3341]

My grandpa and his brothers were some of the ones that stormed the beaches of Normandy

[@missd9785]

My dad was on Utah beach. God bless em all✝

[@otisjr3341]

@@missd9785 Yeah, they'll be mad at how America is messed up now,all those poor men that gave their lives in the wars, just so America could be free, and we're arguing on who to vote,I believe if we didn't have politics,then everyone would get a long with each other.

[@missd9785]

@@otisjr3341 I'm a little surprised we let any politician influence how we treat one another. Maybe politics should take up 5% of our yearly thought?? All I know is it's taking up too much collective thought these days and it's not only during election years anymore. Hopefully we'll get back some semblance of allowing for love and respect soon.

[@otisjr3341]

I agree

[@brianclassen5221]

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY, PATRIOTS! Good wishes to all from Oregon!✌

[@andreadeamon6419]

Sending love from ohio 🇺🇸🧨🎊

[@DoreenNowakowski]

This is the reason we should respect the flag, for what it stands for 🇺🇸

[@dawnharris8628]

Yes, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY “ to the USA 🇺🇸 ❤❤❤😊. TY Paul Harvey!! 🦆🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🦆

[@indynation6317]

I've watched so many reactions to this video and I cry every time. U.S. Air Force vet..

[@marshacaperton5315]

This is why disrespect for the Flag is so insulting to Patriots. A lot of blood has been spilled so we, as citizens, can have freedom (even if you act like a heathen a**). Respect to you, sir. Thank you.

[@k17reactions]

Happy 4th of July, Black Pegasus! God Bless the USA!!!

[@juliagrant3299]

Happy Birthday America! I wish I could hit the 'like' button 1000 times.

[@sandgrownun66]

Why? The music for the US anthem, isn't even American. It's an English drinking song, that was written three decades earlier. The Muricans couldn't even create an original anthem.

[@rexwaterbury513]

I am a retired Army vet, much respect to you and your views. I applaud your reaction and how you removed your hat for The Star Spangled Banner. That flag means everything you said it does. People who grumble about America mostly seem to want a hand out. America will provide for those who will work for it and reach for the opportunities that are out there. I salute you

[@theresataylor6675]

Happy 4th of July. This should be shown in every classroom in every school. May God continue to bless the USA.❤❤❤❤

[@dsboyce1977]

Nah. It’s fake history.

[@sandgrownun66]

What's it like having an imaginary being blessing you?

[@michaelbarnes4403]

brought a tear to my eye, this is the history that some people are trying to erase... I have no words other than THANK YOU!!

[@dsboyce1977]

The “history” in that video is fake

[@patriciamcneel1737]

I cried first time I saw this video... I miss the patriotism Americans used to have. Some of us still do... I'm proud to say I am an American 🙏😢💕

[@Budini67]

You never hear our anthem the same way again.

[@sandgrownun66]

Correct. The music for the US anthem, isn't even American. It's an English drinking song, that was written three decades earlier. The Muricans couldn't even create an original anthem.

[@timbell285]

@@sandgrownun66but we could kick your axx. We’re good.

[@ThePositive0ne1]

@@sandgrownun66 We made it our own. If the British Empire (talking about back then) was gonna colonize; we can colonize their own song.

[@sandgrownun66]

@@ThePositive0ne1 It was already somebody else's before the US stole it. Ripping-off a song you get p!ssed to, is hardly comparable to a small island creating the largest Empire in human history.

[@laurasmith2522]

I love you reaction I agree with you !

[@chadlumpkin2375]

And I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free. And I won't forget, the men who died, who gave that right to me! And I'd gladly stand up, next to you and defend her still today. Cause there aint no doubt I love this land....God Bless the USA!!!

[@sandgrownun66]

You only think you're free.

[@Michelle-rb2mz]

What you said at the end brother was total truth about the flags God has blessed us in America Jesus Christ is our Lord❣️

[@temjiu9915]

All I can say is Amen brother. as a vet (corpsman with the 2nd med battalion out of Lejune) God, Country, Corps. Never forget the sacrifices we paid to be free. Those who forget history are doomed to repeat it. Now more then ever we need our nation, our children, to hear these words from our mouths. The Flag is more then just a flag. It is the symbol of a covenant that our forefathers paid for in blood, that all should be free. God bless our country, our people, and you brother.

[@SavageDawgJoshua]

God bless you, and Semper Fi my Devil Doc Brother!

[@margaretsimmons1598]

One of our local news stations here in the Chicago area interviewed several people who had just become citizens. It was either on July 2 or third of this year and there was one lady who said Americans don’t know how good they have it and that is why people want to come here. We need to all listen to that message and one of the quotes in this video, that Americans will die on their feet before they live on their knees. We do not need a dictator. We need to save our democracy.

[@sandgrownun66]

Why are you going to have a Dictator?

[@Mr05Chuck]

Fine. Except bother reading the founding documents. We are a Constitutional Republic not a democracy. We are living under a Facist president right now. We need to get back to our founding MAGA!

[@marypittman5821]

Exactly!!

[@maxs805]

This is why so many of us get upset when we see our flag being disrespected in any way because it stands for all of our fallen men and women who gave their lives for the freedoms it represents 🥺🥺🥺🙏🇺🇸✝️😇👍

[@sharikraft1706]

God Bless America! ❤

[@marystewart1125]

Go to Ft McHenry and listen to them tell the story of the flag. Everyone holds an edge. It changes you. That was my happy place when I lived in Baltimore. It’s surrounded by the Bay and so beautiful.

[@tvc1848]

And (at least when I went many years ago)…. a video telling the story is shown at the visitors’ center. At the end of the video they naturally play the Star Spangled Banner. The right wall in the small auditorium is glass but covered with curtains. As they slowly open during playing/singing of our National Anthem at the end of the video, there is the replica 15 star and 15 stripe flag still flying. To be there and hear the story, then the National Anthem is played and unexpectedly have the curtains drawn back to reveal a replica of the same flag flying on the staff was pretty emotional. Anyone who thinks this video draws out emotions, if you ever get the chance, needs to stand on those grounds at Fort NcHenry and see the same (replica) flag still flying.

[@mattrogers5994]

@7:50 Bro you are the most educated, up to date person I've seen react to this story by miles. Props to you dog for knowing your history. And to the comment a few seconds back, very true. At that time, they were arguably even, neck-and-neck in wealth, power and strength of the ancient Roman Empire... of course their peak was 1913 and by that time, they far exceeded the Romans in everything. This was an impossible battle, both battles, in 1776 and 1812. But history shows we sent poor King George III into an un-recoverable depression and that marked the beginning of the slow fall and collapse of the mighty British Empire.

[@RaichnotTHATrach]

Happy 4th from the UK 🇺🇲🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@rq3733]

Thank You!

[@amShyziJR_]

6:23 you mf right 🦅🦅🦅 God bless brother, thanks for sharing and reacting to this. Have a happy 4th and Happy Birthday America 🇺🇸

[@JohnDoe-do5me]

I SO GLAD THAT YOU BRING THIS OUT AGAIN SHOW IT MORE TEACH THOSE YOUNG PEOPLE THE REAL THING ABOUT THAT FLAG MEANING

[@paulmasella1616]

God Bless the USA, brother!

[@jolenewitzel7919]

God bless America. Happy birthday. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@KCKat1]

The best rendition I've ever heard, and seen because I was at Arrowhead Stadium for the Chiefs v Eagles Super Bowl when it was sung, was performed by Chris Stapelton. There were few dry eyes on the field or in the stands that evening! Chiefs fans are famous for changing the words, very loudly, from Home of the Brave to Home of the Chiefs. This was one of the few times, although it was less fans doing it, I wished they hadn't done it at all! ❤️💛❤️👑

[@KarlaElaine100]

God bless America! Our country isn’t perfect; but I’m so grateful to have been born here!🇺🇸

[@K-Denton]

Me too!! God bless her and the men and women that fight for her people. ✌️🇺🇲

[@sandgrownun66]

@@K-Denton When was the US last invaded?

[@ambibambi1021]

@@sandgrownun66 I’ve seen you ask this on several comments, why is this relevant to the video we just watched?

[@sandgrownun66]

@@ambibambi1021 Firstly, imaginary friends don't exist. Secondly, who are those men and women that you mention? Thirdly, where and what are they fighting for? Nobody's threatening to invade the US.

[@ambibambi1021]

@@sandgrownun66 nobody is threatening to invade us because we are the strongest militia in the world, and I’ve literally seen you comment this question on at least 3 other comments so something is an extreme atheist and all I wanna know is why you have to push your beliefs onto others, especially when their beliefs have been known and around much longer than yours? Also it doesn’t matter because every single human has different thought and beliefs systems and there’s no reason to make anyone feel inferior because of it.

[@PurpleIris034]

Amen Pegasus, I was born and raised here and I’m very proud of this country. Once you’ve seen this you have an even bigger respect for our beautiful flag. God Bless America. Happy Birthday America ❤️🙏🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@sandgrownun66]

Actually, your flag is pretty boring. There countries with much more interesting and meaningful ones.

[@dadinat0r-nal]

I showed this to my kids last year and ever since their patriotism has become so solidified my 8 year old daughter during a light show hay ride for christmas, the song God Bless the U.S.A played and she was the first to start singing it outloud amonst 30 people no shame and I joined in with her out of pure pride. Our country is the last hope before the world changes forever for the worst. We cannot let it go.

[@lunchboxradio5890]

Speaking of God Bless the USA, you should check out that very song by Lee Greenwood.

[@stephenburrage6067]

Wow man thanks, true American. I love to see that, I totally agree.

[@terabrinkley7860]

This is a true story that used to be taught in school. This is why the flag shouldn't touch the ground and why people get so upset when our flag is burned or disrespected. Thank you for showing it.

[@ladyjade001]

I thank you for standing upholding the honor of the flag & our country. God bless America!

[@KK000-g1n]

This TRUTH is what needs to be taught in school instead hate bating and division

[@dsboyce1977]

Except the video is almost completely untrue

[@Laker1977]

I live in Baltimore , 3 miles from that waterfront. Everytime I go through the tunnel that goes from one side to the other , I picture that battle in my head. There was also a bridge named Francis Scott Key Bridge which is the bridge that just collapsed from being hit by a cargo ship. 2024 Everyone should come to see Fort McHenry and picture that battle in their minds.

[@reneeterra9863]

Happy Independence Day, fellow Americans!!!! ♥️🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸

[@jmat5857]

When the Star Spangled Banner started, I placed my hand over my heart, sat up straight and sang along and was happy to see you remove your hat and place it over your heart. Thank you. Thank you for being fearless about what you value and believe. God bless America!

[@rondadoolin7084]

We hold our right hand over her heart during the national anthem because it is a civilian salute to our flag thank you Jesus

[@bjw0515]

Happy Fourth! Seen the video several times, but never gets old, God Bless America!

[@thomaswest7746]

I'm 67 an learned more about this history then they teach now , History and Social studies need to be put back in the school's along with mathematics reading, industrial arts.

[@AdaVel-p5s]

I was crying during the video, and I had seen it many times before and it always touches my heart!

[@michaelruhnke6721]

I agree 💯. With everything you said. God bless you and God bless this country 👊🏼

[@sandgrownun66]

How can something that doesn't exist, bless anything?

[@breakall25]

Much respect that even though your recording a KZbin video that you still removed your hat and held it over your heart! I can easily say without doubt your pop is proud of you for your stand not being scared to post your patriotism in these troubling times!

[@Judy-mf5cw]

Thanks for sharing this on your channel. I'm moved to tears and proud to be an American

[@jimbinder7472]

Thanks my friend for playing this tribute to our beloved flag. Am not ashamed to admit that i cried like a baby. Thanks again 😢

[@julieo4580]

In 5th grade every week two students were assigned flag duty. We learned about how you NEVER let the flag touch the ground and how to fold it in the triangle like they do at military funerals. It enrages me to see anyone burn our flag.

[@kellykiewert5029]

With each video I watch of you, I find a reason to respect you more and more. Of course, there was no surprise with this one, it just strengthens it. Happy 4th of July!

[@CoastalNomad]

Happy Independence Day..... Narrated by the Great Paul Harvey..... When I was young Paul hosted a Radio show called "The rest of the Story" he would tell you a story about a historical figure/event but not reveal until the end who the story was about...... There are some Embellishments in this story, but the facts at the base of the story are Correct/True

[@stephanieg5195]

You just gained a whole lot of respect from me when I saw you take your hat off during our National Anthem! Thank you!

[@allenemmons1124]

Thank you for showing this lest we forget

[@sandgrownun66]

Forget what. Your hegemony?

[@joredd3113]

I watch this every 4th and it brings tears to my eyes. I know lots of people probably think I'm lame, but I do love my country and I'm sad for how far we've strayed.

[@sheilasisk7550]

Thanks for your reaction

[@elmarkothegreat]

Great Reaction Brother Happy 4th to you and everyone God Bless America

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Preach it brother! Amen 🙏

[@orchids1555]

Love this country!!!! Serving our country is an honor!!!

[@timlloyd1454]

Great video seen it a thousand times still gives me chills GOD bless America and GOD bless YOU B.P👍👍

[@angelark2011]

I haven't heard this before. Thanks for the reaction. Usually I don't like that a majority of people think only of the fireworks on this holiday. I am a democrat & I disagree with you but we can disagree & still get along.

[@MaryannTurton]

This is not the time to be democrat or republican, but rather one nation under God.

[@ginger_jeezus]

We're all Americans. Dont seperate yourself from that.

[@The1Mommalau]

I'm with you ❤

[@kimberleedavis7170]

If you go to Fort McHenry, there are Sketches done during the battle and its aftermath that show civilians walking over to hold up that when there weren't enough soldiers and bodies piled close to 11 feet high in a hugh mound to hold that flag up.

[@robertphelps1574]

So why does it say only 4 soldiers died

[@StanSmith-i8d]

Thanks for Standing for OUR COUNTRY AND FLAG!

[@LeannWebb61]

To your speech, I say AMEN BROTHER!

[@KoriconNala]

I was hoping you would react to this for a long time. I'm glad you did it for Independence Day. Great job bro!

[@Linda-w8d]

BP, and you didn't think we were here.....we are ALWAYS here for you. I love this story and am so very proud to be an American. That feeling gets stronger every year I get older. No matter what our troubles are in the United States, we ban together and come out victorious. Happy 4th to all of you !

[@CuidightheachODuinn]

God bless America, brother.