Red Skelton's Pledge of Allegiance

[@theschreckster4300]

My Favorite Red Skelton Quote: I personally believe that each of us was put here for a purpose and that's to build not to destroy.

[@lapazdeguerra109]

Thank you, need daily reminder of this!

[@Forevertrue]

Tell it to islam. I agree completely. God Builds Satan destroys.

[@michaelgaynor6866]

@@Forevertrue ,so true, so true!

[@eorgrove1899]

Remember one thing as you remember this great man, Red Skeleton, this program was taped during the upheaval of the 60s! So Mr. Skeleton was fearful of what the future would do and has done.

[@MrNoturaveragerednek]

Let's get back the pledge of allegiance and let's get back prayer and the Ten Commandments in school as well as on the entrance to every courthouse in America, yes we've forgotten about our Christian heritage and are about to fall just as Ronald Reagan once said, "If we ever forget that we are one nation under God, then we will be a nation gone under".

[@jamesturner4862]

I became a teacher in 1994. Every year at the beginning of school, I played Red Skelton's Pledge of Allegiance. My students learned the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance aided by this video.

[@GunDrone]

Are you still a teacher?

[@jamesturner4862]

Tapps47 I had to retire 1 Nov. 2008. I developed a serious illness and was no longer able to teach. I was fortunate to be able to teach for over 16 years. Teaching was the most enjoyable profession I had. Would love to return to teaching. Health will not let me do it. Thank you.

[@GunDrone]

@@jamesturner4862 , sorry to hear that. God Bless.

[@jaybreezy1669]

@@jamesturner4862 I wish there were more teachers out there like you.

[@raymondspence934]

James Turner would you approve of armed teachers? Would you carry a concealed weapon in class?

[@ron7447]

Can't see the keyboard for the tears. Just a veteran and paitriotic American. God Bless🇺🇸

[@patriciasmith7074]

Me too.

[@imdeplorable2241]

Yep. Me too. Your timing is appropriate for these times. Thanks.

[@HOWBAZARY]

Amen brother!

[@Boomer38571]

Amen!

[@scott27288]

@Mark Schaefer from the bottom of my heart, thank you sir for your service to our country on my behalf. You see, I was born disabled and am unable to walk so I was not blessed to be able to serve in our great nation's military but I hold all those who did serve, whether in peace time or during war, in highest regard. God bless you sir and God bless our great republic.

[@Justin-Outdoors]

Indivisible. That’s what should be focused on right now.

[@rickkinki4624]

And not diversity, but unity.

[@aaa7189]

@Stephen Thompson Good answer - I just happened to see Red Skelton's Pledge of Allegiance in the recommendations

[@Justin-Outdoors]

Phillip Ellis you’re a dipshit. Wake up.

[@Justin-Outdoors]

Phillip Ellis then don’t comment

[@Justin-Outdoors]

Phillip Ellis good for you. That does not relate. Now try to educate yourself on the current President and the difference between the democrats and the republicans. No need for you to respond.

[@jimmymiller77]

Being a disabled Veteran This makes me cry. When did we lose our way ?? This should be shown in every school instead if the socialism they are taught. May God Bless America. >

[@ron7447]

Thank you for your service sir. I pray we can get our country back on track. God Bless you and yours. 🇺🇸

[@aaa7189]

Thank You for your service

[@mattmichniuk2727]

God bless America and may God bless you Jim,thanks you're a great patriot and America needs you right now.Thanks for your service ,America thanks you for your service.Sad truth is you don't know what you've got till its gone.Unite all patriots,its time to take back the republic!!Amen

[@jimmymiller77]

@@mattmichniuk2727 Thank you so much Matt. Your kind words mean so much. Please have a great and Safe weekend.... Jim

[@bettykirk6670]

Thank you for your service, Jim. God bless you always.♥️💕🇺🇸🙏🏻💕♥️

[@chrisbaker2903]

Makes my eyes tear up. I always loved watching Red Skelton and he ended EVERY broadcast with the words "God Bless".

[@lisaqmoon1]

Chris Baker me too

[@beverlyphares6514]

Yes, he did.

[@ChristinaCalhoun]

Same here

[@hamstersniffer]

I always loved his program sign off and waited for his gentle and heartfelt "God bless".

[@tedcorey3054]

He said "may God bless" When asked why he sad "May" ,Skelton said "Who am I to tell God what to do ". I used to watch every week ,back in the 60's .

[@markbarrow8302]

he was a real American

[@GunDrone]

Yes he is/was. Total agreement there. Its to bad he is gone.

[@susansehorn2412]

He was a Great American!

[@michaelgaynor6866]

@@susansehorn2412,he was a PHENOMENAL AMERICAN! I watched him cry live on T.V. talking about a son he lost.

[@theaffiliate4208]

What a lot of people don't know was Red was also a dedicated Shrine Clown for the kids at the hospitals.

[@bobsit1945]

Was in the Navy on the 4th of July 1969 and stationed at the Naval Hospital Philadelphia, working the Night Shift on the Wards. Should of been asleep but I wanted to Celebrate, so I grabbed my Super 8 movie camera and went down to Independence Hall, had no idea about what was going to happen. Ceremony was held to the rear of the building, outside the door to where the Liberty Bell was kept at the time. Guest Speaker was Astronaut Walter Cunningham, and Red gave this version of the Pledge of Allegiance. Have a copy of the Program and I was able to film a few seconds of Red walking up to the stage with Mr. Cunningham. This is an event that I will always remember.

[@hersheyyogeemoyer7919]

Thank you for your service ! !

[@jackiewilliams7039]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE SIR!!!

[@dianalewis7132]

Thank you for your service. What a wonderful memory.

[@GunDrone]

Thank you for your service.

[@bettyh3747]

Beautiful memory, thank you for your service and sharing

[@3rdFloorblog]

I am a proud American and this has brought tears to my eyes...May God bless our country and countrymen.

[@FredPickett]

Well said.

[@divadro102]

I was that kid in the 90s who stood proud, hand over my heart and tears running down my cheeks as I said the pledge and sang the anthem. God bless America 🙏🏻

[@nschlaak]

I too was that kid in the 60's and early 70's when it started to become uncool to say the pledge of allegiance or sing the national anthem.

[@paulgreen6903]

I am a CANADIAN, but when i hear those beautiful words of.... FREEDOM FOR ALL MAN KIND...... and to pledge your heart to your country........and look to the flag of freedom........it bring s a tear to my eye s. I truly believe that AMERICA is a great country. Don t fautter and fall, stand tall and strong, as the whole world need s .....AMERICA....In closing, i say..........GOD BLESS THE ( GREAT) UNITED STATES OF AMERICA....................

[@GM8101PHX]

Paul my Grandparents and my Dad had duel citizenship between Canada and the US. When my Dad entered the Air Force he was required to forgo his Canadian citizenship, however his family still lived in both countries. I was born at an Air Force base and have always lived in the US. My Dad felt very strong about it, so strong he and his older brother joined the US military and stayed in the United States!! I never discount Canada as your nation is very close to mine!!! Thank You for joining arms with us!!

[@fanny5105]

My God, Amen, I'm near 90 yrs old & I remember all the sacrifices made throughout my years, I too, am a Canadian. My husband & i of 50 yrs. had the privilege of dining one night at our favourite restaurant & as he was alone, we asked if he would like to join us? A beautiful soul--------a wonderful memory------

[@1stockdale159]

@ Paul Green. Thank you. God bless you sir, and America loves Canada 🇨🇦. God bless all those that fight for freedom. Pray that Biden’s regime’s Tyranny will end soon.

[@violet2048]

Thank you, your appreciation, on our behalf, means a lot to me.

[@brianrodrigues928]

Don’t sell your country short; Canada is a wonderful place.

[@sabrinaestrada6735]

Oh, we have such potential. We can be so much better than we are.

[@clooneyclary7853]

I pray that all Americans would stand arm and arm and bring us back to strength and morals as Red Skelton did.

[@JD-8-1971]

Wish they had a amen button. Thank you for your comment.

[@daviddavis6855]

Yes we cannot forget totally ,this is how we learn as people right or wrong, we the people never need to repeat history an I’m afraid now that’s where we are going . God bless America an God bless our Military an especially the ones that gave All !

[@horseyhorselips3501]

Bless You Sabrina Estrada 🙏❤️🙏

[@ghost-ez2zn]

I loved Red Skekton. I was a really young kid when his show was on but I remember! This is a wonderful reminder. Thank you!

[@GunDrone]

you are probably the same age as me...

[@oldfarteredneck7531]

@@GunDrone I was raised up watching Red Skelton on TV. My favorites were "Freddy the Freeloader" and "Mortimer and Gertrude." Close runner- up was " The Mean Widdle Kidd" "If I dood it, I get a whoopin'. I dood it ANYWAY!" When he was caught and punished, his reply was, "You bwoke my widdle butt." I am 70 years old, heard these lines when I was in Grade School, and will carry them to my end. THANK GOD!!!

[@comesahorseman]

Same here! 😄

[@dyanegelston6502]

I loved Red. Clem Kadiddlehoffer.That clown he did.Loved Red.

[@vickeywaldo3186]

@@oldfarteredneck7531 another old fart here, I grew up with Red. Every week I lay on the floor with my feet up against the wall watching. ( I had to be in position to turn the channels when told.) 😂

[@janetagee2363]

Mr Skelton, I'm glad for you that you don't have to see what's going on today in our country. I would make you cry like so many of us today. Thank you for this video and God bless America. 😢

[@kayw.4689]

God bless us all❣️

[@KirkLibertas]

No buddy has ever said it better then Red Skeleton. He must have seen in his dreams what the future was going to be like. He was a wonderful man. Rest in peace Red!!!

[@FredPickett]

Amen.

[@tommas2674]

WE WERE ALREADY BEING SOLD OUT. NIKITA TOLD US, "YOUR POLITICIANS CAN BE BOUGHT" CORPORATES TOO, COVERT POCKET LININGS AND NARCISSISITIC EGO PERVERSIONS. one

[@bobbycv64]

@KirkLibertas trust me, Red is in Peace, watching us on the Earth going through Hell. Saint Stephen the Martyr was the first witness to GOD. When they were stoning him, he could see Heaven and was greatful, he was going there. Red is praying for us right now 🙂

[@lissima3216]

This is timeless. Exactly how I was brought up to believe in this country. Incredible how prophetic he was, too. An era gone by but one that should never be forgotten.

[@GunDrone]

and the sad thing is the Hillary is going to destroy america. I don't understand how women voters can vote for her given her record of accepting donations from islamic countries that abuse women. She accepted donations in 2008, 2015 and 2016. she is the friend of islam not women. she will say anything to get their votes...

[@GunDrone]

Thats a lie... He is doing what he said he would do. He has lowered unemployment. He has created jobs, He is good for this country. He can be odd at times, but i support him and i voted for him. The problem is not trump, the problem is the socialists, liberals and progressives in this country.

[@GunDrone]

@behindeverybladeofgrass , Amen that that.

[@TheYamahog12]

@@M.T.H.8 Well your comment proved to be as stupid as it seemed when you first posted it.

[@jfjc5694]

@@M.T.H.8 No President Trump isn’t. He believes in the U.S. Constitution. It’s the Democrats forte to destroy the USA.

[@JB-ym4up]

I went to a private school the head teacher was a hippie. On Friday we had a group reading of the declaration of independence, the pledge, and I have a dream. He also handed out copies of the us Constitution pocket edition to all the students and teachers.

[@daviddavis6855]

God bless,God bless America!!

[@adelehead894]

He was a top notch , brilliant comedian as well. I grew up watching his shows. I loved him even when I was a child.

[@DUCKDUCKGOISMUCHBETTER]

They don't make hippies like they used to, apparently, lol. In fact, I don't think they made many hippies, like THAT...back when they used.

[@earljohnson2113]

A good Hippie back then,then. 😉

[@tntstorms7969]

An American loving hippie is the best and rarest type of hippie.

[@kevinswilcox]

I play this in our classroom each year on veterans day!

[@GunDrone]

That is totally awesome. Sadly kids dont know where this country came from or how. These days we are being assaulted by Socialists (Democrats) who want to rewrite our history, Destroy family values, divide us by race and gender. If they win we stand to lose everything. They want to get rid of our constitution. Head us down a dark path to oblivion and make freedom a memory.

[@jamesutley1352]

You sir sound like the kind of teachers I had in school. I look back and think of them with the highest regards as I do my parents. Thank you

[@michaeloneale1566]

Thank you sir first for being a teacher. I very under respected job. Second for being a true american. @gundrone I'm still breathing so we ain't having no socialism in my country. I'm with you brother.

[@daviddavis6855]

Thank you!

[@WhiteManXRP]

Aww God bless you sir

[@JerryP0754]

I became teary eyed during this rendition of the Pledge of Allegiance. As a school boy it was something we spoke every morning. It was something of importance back than. And sadly it has become irrelevant in our schools. Our country has changed. Times are so different. In my heart our country can do much better. The Pledge of Alligence should be brought back to the classrooms. It may help direct us to a better future.

[@jeannyross4500]

Amen

[@marielpluiscatarisano4842]

We the people, by the grace of Almighty God, and in obedience to Him, are taking back our country, a Constitutional Republic, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

[@captainmoretokin2172]

My school did the same. Every morning every student and every teacher would say the pledge of allegiance outside at the flagpole. It didn't matter what the weather was either. We didn't care about weather. We were very aware of the meaning. I can't believe that it was dropped from schools. Let me guess whose hair brained idea that was. '''DOOMACRATS'' !Red did that beautifully , and i remember watching him on our black and white television The same t.v. i watched when we landed on the moon, The i have a dream speech, the ask not what your country can do for you speech. the assassination of J.F.K. Lee Harvey Oswald, Martin Luther King jr., So many events . so much death with very few victory's . The monster was growing and gaining more power while stripping the peoples rights, one by one. The Republicans were far from being like angels, but the doomacrat Monster was on the loose putting our heads into a noose. And sat there watching.. While the people grew fat and got lazy, now their vote is a meaning less joke. babbling about law and order, but it's all just an echo of what they've been told. The cities have turned into jungles and corruption is strangling the land. We don't know how to mind our own business, cause they want the world to be just like us. I could go on but i feel sick all of a sudden. no matter who's the winner, we can't pay the cost. the end.

[@jfjc5694]

The Pledge of Allegiance is beautiful and I’ll never get tired of hearing it. Amen 🙏

[@robertstewart124]

We should take this to the Congress and the Senate and play it for them till they UNDERSTAND IT AND START LIVING BY IT

[@FredPickett]

Amen.

[@Beezlie727]

OR just elect representatives & senators that already feel that way!

[@shirleytruett7319]

Exactly what I was thinking, I was wondering how it could be done

[@mikeylejan8849]

God bless America, land that I love stand beside her and guide her.

[@DUCKDUCKGOISMUCHBETTER]

Through the night, with the Light from above. - God Bless America - (very popular song by Kate Smith)

[@mikeconnolly9933]

the the Pledge of Allegiance should never ever be tampered with nor should the Constitutional Bill of Rights throughout the years legislators and bureaucrats have tried to change these things in my opinion this is treason and it should be dealt with accordingly

[@generic3725]

Agreed! Let’s VOTE out who do not represent WE THE PEOPLE!!!

[@volkfidde4269]

At what point should this "never be tampered with" be true though? From the original 10 amendments so that slavery is legal and women can't vote? Just after the 13th amendment, so no slavery, but women still can vote? Just before the 24th amendment so no slavery, woman can vote, but there is a poll tax that you would have to pay before you can vote? Why is it perfect now when it was not all those times before? For a document to be useful it has to be living, but the problem is that is difficult- it requires people to actually think and engage rather than making a single decision ["this is perfect, let's never touch it"] and then not having to think again because they instead reminisce about a time which never existed when things were perfect.

[@mikeconnolly9933]

To those who still think slavery is an option my forefathers fought and died to free all people within the United States and other countries what you are trying to do and give permission to do is rewrite the Constitutional Bill of Rights you don't like them... try Satya Arabia

[@mystercy1]

The pledge was tampered with in 1955 when "under god" was added. Let the executions begin!

[@henrytawnn8694]

@@mystercy1 Which was added by President Eisenhower. So, according to the logic of the original poster, Eisenhower is a traitor and should have been executed. How patriotic of them.

[@fernandochavez4312]

We never missed Mr. Skelton’s show. He was an incredibly talented human being.

[@robinhowland1553]

Makes me cry. EVERY citizen needs to Hear and Listen to this.

[@leonardengelhart1965]

I was a lucky one in school and remember standing .facing the flag and saying the pledge every morning in school.

[@GunDrone]

same here

[@michaeloneale1566]

That makes three of us

[@debramellon4849]

Yes I did to. I always looked forward to that every morning. God Bless America..🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@rickcorey5908]

Same for me

[@cynthiapittman452]

Me too still get goose mumps

[@jacksagrafsky4936]

Of all men and women that made me laugh, Red was one that made me think. When I first heard this piece I was moved as I was moved now on hearing and seeing Red do it again. So sad there are those that gave a thumbs down, but then again they have the freedom to do that. Yes Red, they are trying to remove the Pledge from schools and other places. But I will never take a knee or burn our Flag. I love the nation I grew up in and thank God that I did.

[@pineapplepizzadoomer2944]

As a veteran I feel the need to stand up and put my hand over my heart.

[@hersheyyogeemoyer7919]

Thank you for your service, sir!

[@debramellon4849]

Thank you for your service sir. I just said the Pledge of Allegiance with Red and I put my hand over my heart. Made me feel good. I remember doing this in school. I wish they would put it back in the schools...

[@deanfoster3980]

@@debramellon4849 Same here, USAF retired. When I was going to school started everyday with Pledge of Allegiance and The Lord's Prayer. To this day, it makes my back tingle with pride when I hear the the Star Spangled Banner or the Pledge of Allegiance.

[@GM8101PHX]

I saluted as a veteran!!

[@pineapplepizzadoomer2944]

@@GM8101PHX thanks mate I'm looking to going back in as an officer quite seriously 🙂

[@teresamellett7758]

Amen.If you don't like America then why are you here? The pledge of allegiance should be taught to every child in school.Such a shame there are so many who don't know what it means.

[@havabrownkittycat7107]

I agree. If you hate America and say it’s not great, move to Russia. America is great. Don’t ever believe it’s not and has to be made great “again.” We are flawed, and together we can overcome this. We ARE great. Don’t let any self interested billionaire tell you you’re not great! I love my nation and my fellow citizens. Rock on!

[@stanleydenning]

I'm not here to boast or flaunt. It is just the way it is. In 1967 I met Mr, Skelton in Palm Springs, California. I was only 14 years old. My father was a participant in the Jerry Louis Muscle Distraphy parade. My father was an antique car restorer and drove his 1929 Ford in the parade. I attended. Mr. Skelton chose to ride the parade in the back of my dad's truck. This is how I happened to meet him. He took a liking to me and that's how we became friends. He came by the house on two occasions and sent me letters several times. Even sent me gifts on my birthdays and at Christmas. He was a kind and honest man. I miss him.

[@kayw.4689]

How wonderful it must have been to know Red❣️

[@johnsmithkey5283]

well worth listening to multiple times!

[@mikearmbruster2171]

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[@jeffkestner]

I loved watching him. My dad made a big deal about this broadcast, and now I know why. God Bless America may we always protect the USA the way our founders protected it from the tyranny they fought against. Government for the people by the people.

[@ZacharyHandyside]

i remember watching this on one of the dvds i have of red, and never thought much about it. I was young at the time and didn't realize how amazing this country was. I always thought red was a comedian and nothing else. My father was a fan of Red and passed the enjoyment to me after he passed away when I was so young. I wish more people could know of the great man Red was and could listen or watch his great acting and voice. I would like to bring this to your attention today not only because I love this video with all of my heart but to also tell you, if you already do not know, that Michigan, the great state I live in has made the law to bring back the pledge to our schools. The pledge isn't void of any line either. "One Nation Under God" the most powerful line that exists in this saying, still stands strong within the pledge. For this I can now show my fellow senor community at my high school, how much I love this county. Thank you again. "Good night, and may god bless!" Red Skelton.

[@GunDrone]

Thanks for your comment. I was a young boy when his show was on TV. i still remember it very fondly. I hope more states go back to the pledge our country needs it. Red Skelton was a great man who loved his country and loved the stage. I miss him.

[@hunggrapes5532]

+Zachary Handyside : Thank you Zack, im from Michigan to, we also did the Pledge in school every morning before class, it was so dumb when the took it away !

[@joedunleavy7066]

I saw this show when it was on TV live, Tell your Dad I said Hi and thanks

[@thorlo1278]

TAPPS 47 in 1969 Fall semester I was a senior and graduated in 1970. I'm now 66 but still love to see Red. He was a true comedienne, not like these so called comediennes that cannot do anything but curse. Red was the greatest of them all.

[@joedunleavy7066]

June 14 is Flag Day in 1954 President Eisenhower signed a bill adding 2 words to our pledge "Under God" it's time we restart living that way again. God has truly blessed America we need to start showing thanks to him for the Blessing

[@nasticanasta]

I remember seeing this as a 10 year old boy. I wish more people understood and believed this...our country would rise back to the greatest free country on earth.

[@backwoodscommonsense1578]

Coming to you live from CBS in living color. Of course we watched Red on a 19” black and white console tv & believed we had it made. America was so important then & we all were so proud to be a part of it. Red was a real performance artist. We watched Ed Sullivan, Gunsmoke, Have Gun Will Travel, Dragnet & so many more. A pair of rabbit ears with a tuning knob on the antenna & fine tuning on the tv knobs. Two channels CBS & NBC was it. Air Conditioning was for the rich as well as a Radar range. Cars had seat belts as an option. Everybody decorated for each holiday. Parents, children & teachers were there for PTA meetings. I remember watching as the Eagle landed on the moon. So long ago & now so little is considered an earth changing event. Oh for yesterday when life held so much promise for the future.

[@michaelmusson3593]

We were not wealthy but we loved each other and our country and God was still in the school.

[@dawnmorgan6920]

I had the pleasure of watching Mr. Skelton give this speech on TV - I was 13 at the time. I remember my grandma having tears streaming down her cheeks as we watched. A timeless piece, one that should be shared everywhere, all the time.

[@surfer103]

Never gets old for me. NEVER!!! God Bless America now and forever!

[@danmax7456]

Red Skelton brilliantly broke it down to its absolute, & how correct he is! I agree 100% with the narrator, thank you.

[@violet2048]

Thanks. When my sons were in Junior High, or middle school, I went into the main office at the time the Pledge of Allegiance was being announced over the PA system. Not one student stood upright in that office or turned to face the flag, or place their right hand over their heart and said the Pledge of Allegiance. They were loud, clowning around, and no one payed any attention to this oath. I was so angry I went home and wrote a letter to the principal and the super intendant of schools. I never received a reply and I asked my sons if there was anything said over the PA that week. I lost all respect for those teachers. I went back to that school the following week and nothing had changed, so I faced the flag and with hand over my heart I repeated the Pledge of Allegiance. After a short while some one took notice and then only some of them stood still. That was 30 years ago. I understand they have the right to do nothing. And that is what is wrong with our people today. They do nothing. And that is why our country is going down the tubes. It starts in our homes and schools.

[@tntstorms7969]

There is a wave of anti-American ideology trying to redefine what our country was founded upon. The Pledge of Allegiance is voluntary but leftists would gladly do away with it or replace it with a loyalty to Marxism.

[@HappyValleyDreamin]

That’s awful! And there are a lot of Americans that actually wear flag clothing and even fly our beautiful flag for a lying conman that incited a violent attack against the United States, instead of doing it for our country, that we’re all supposed to love!

[@chrisgarrett898]

A girl I'm talking to is not from the united states, but is living here. I believe that she is patriotic for this country and is doing the hard work required to become a united states citizen. I just shared this with her tonight after having a very long conversation about politics, Human rights, Accountability, Religion and the bill of rights, along with the constitution. It is my hope. The sharing things like this will continue to light a spark to keep the greatness of america going and share it with other countries.

[@nathanbrewer6032]

Every Elected Official should be required to listen to this everyday of their serving life, at gun point if necessary....

[@RANDALLOLOGY]

I totally agree with that statement !👍

[@yanknoz9710]

If they must be made to listen at gun point, then they should be removed from office. Only people who willingly and deliberately recite the Pledge of Allegiance should be allowed, by the people, to govern. God, bless our nation and long live the Republic.

[@GM8101PHX]

I have a gun and steady arm, I will volunteer!!!

[@katherineo7193]

He says it all! Remarkable! We are losing our America , so SAD!

[@GM8101PHX]

I am trying to hold back tears, and my chest swells from pride, this should be heard by every single American. I remember reciting the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Our teacher would ask us to stand and face the flag that was on the wall of the classroom. Every single student stood, none took a knee or refused to honor the flag. When I graduated high school I signed up to serve in the Air Force, it was my honor to serve this great country. We are not perfect, nor is our nation, but the United States of America is the greatest country on the earth. This takes new meaning in November 2020 as we fight for the president to stay in office. It is time to turn back the clock and adapt the values and traditions I knew as a child. I took the oath twice, first in the Air Force, then with my local sheriff's office to protect and defend the constitution from all enemies foreign or domestic, although I am no longer serving in the military or the sheriff's office, my oath stands until the day I die. I Love the United States of America!!!

[@jamesbass9797]

It should be mandatory viewing EVERYDAY in Congress. If you are absent from it then your fired!

[@larrywelchko6136]

This is something that needs to be broadcast today so we can all remember who we are and where we live. It needs to be put back into schools!!!

[@singlecatt]

I saw Mr. Skelton do this in person a couple of times. When he finished there wasn't a dry eye in the theater.

[@BIGROB2126]

MY FAMILY LIVED AND DIE FOR THESE WORDS AND FOREVER WILL. IT'S JUNE 30 2021 TODAY AS I WRITE THESE WORS AND DEEP INSIDE I AM CRYING THE WAY THE USA IS TODAY. I'LL FOREVER L 💗 O 💗 V 💗 E MY COUNTRY. IF I HAVE TO GO DOWN WITH IT, I WILL.

[@johns.cooper3626]

This should be showed on every member of congress every day till they understand it is we the people who are the government not the elected they work for us !

[@stanmuir6034]

He was one of my all time favourites. Like Reagan, he was a Republican I fully respected. Unlike a lot of modern Republicans, he had honour and grace!

[@phillipoconnor5425]

Very true

[@mikewrasman5103]

The Democrats are unpatriotic. If President Trump cured cancer, the Democrats and the mainstream media would go ballistic because Trumo did it

[@chuckg2016]

How prescient of this man. He had a weekly half-hour tv show when I was in grade school. The week could not pass fast enough to be able to watch this man again. RIP, Mr. Skelton, we still carry the smiles you gave us.

[@chrisullery3386]

Such a great man and patriotic! RIP Mr Skelton. God Bless you!

[@DaA2ICE3]

One of my favorite role models. God Bless Him sorely missed,imitated but never duplicated. LET FREEDOM RING 🔔🇺🇸👍

[@mike0228ajk]

I loved his show and this is a prophetic word to the nation.

[@FredPickett]

One of the best Entertainers We ever had/R.I.P. Red.

[@debramac54]

When growing up, we always watche his show and love his Pledge of Allegiance!

[@jameshall5666]

This puts tears in my eyes. But pride in my hart. Every time I see the flag. Where ever it is at. I face it put my hand over my hart and say the pledge. God bless everyone. 💓🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💓

[@barbarafischbach8480]

Land that I love🇺🇸

[@1001nancymcmillan]

Thanks buddy for that testimony put a tear in my eye I'm a Canadian and the site of the United States flag puts a lump in my throat I am so grateful so grateful to God for the United States of America God bless her and all who hold Him up with praise and thanksgiving for her God bless United States of America

[@kelleysauer1693]

Today's don't even know the Pledge, let alone have an idea as to its meaning.

[@GunDrone]

Yes, I think that every child should see this video. Then they would know what the Pledge of Allegiance is about. Please subscribe if you have not as i am not monetized. Thanks for your comment.

[@cricketcricket9749]

I'm so sorry. When I say this pledge to our flag I get tears in my eyes. I think of all the men and women of all colors, who gave their lives, so that I can live mine in freedom. Respect your country, respect your flag and respect yourself and others.

[@toscatattertail9813]

my son never learned this, because by the time he was in school there was a dispute that the words "under god" turned it into a prayer, and prayers were not allowed in school. It is sad what this country has become over the last 30 years, i am hoping it can be turned around into something to be proud of again.

[@lewisdixon6203]

they pledge allegiance to SELF, SELFIES, SELFALCOHOLIC, no one else matters. We have reached a sad state

[@GunDrone]

@@toscatattertail9813 , gun laws are not stronger than ever, they are under attack big time. Have you missed what is happening in Virginia with assault weapons and firearms? In many states now? *"the current president can call loyal supporters into a private militia"*

[@tammieconstantino5788]

People seem to forget that our Creeds, like the pledge, was well thought out word for word and was meant to have a strong emotion when spoken. Our history has been downplayed with regard to the people who wrote these words. Lets not forget to teach our children that our words have meanings. Our pledge isnt just words to be spoken, they are to be felt. Felt by everyone. Lets remember a Veteran next time we hear the pledge or another of our creeds.

[@havable]

This veteran only asks that people remember the most important words in the pledge, which are "for all".

[@jayferguson9968]

@@havable 'This veteran only asks that people remember the most important words in the pledge, which are "for all".' - Sort of like, 'We, the people,'?

[@marleneguillory6512]

I tear up every time I say the pledge. ‘Tis our country from sea to shining sea.

[@northmeister]

How can anyone dislike this? They are sick in the heart and better check their pulse as it over blown in hate.

[@ron7447]

@G H That's what they do. Talk out of both sides of their mouths. Careful snowflake don't spill your latte. 🇺🇸

[@jackiewilliams7039]

They are the far left who are trying to destroy America!

[@GM8101PHX]

Because they are only thinking of themselves. I think I can safely assume not one of those giving a thumbs down served in our wonderful military, I did and would do it all over again!!!!

[@donnaleisy3628]

Red Skelton a man for all time! I had goosebumps❤

[@steveclark4291]

It is a shame that America has fallen now days so far away from what this Pledge stands for !

[@susanjones1761]

Thank you for sharing this. What a wonderful reminder this is for us to stand on. I don't know how to send this to our Congress people but they should see this. I remember saying this every day at school when I was a child. Bring it back Lord, bring it back.

[@stephenadkins-y8u]

Just show the video in the morning and watch the democrats run and hide from the real meaning of being a American.

[@scubadiver360]

I recited the Pledge of Allegiance every day in grade school. I proudly fly our flag every day at my home.

[@47CarolAnne]

The people who give a thumbs down to things like this obviously have no love for this country. There are other places to live, don't let the flag hit you on the ass on your way out.

[@sharonbielski2792]

God Bless America 🇺🇸 🙏 ❤️, Thank you to Red skeleton for the love you had for America So many take American for granted.

[@simonchang3929]

Yes. Red. My kind of American.

[@edawg1960]

Thank you Tapps47. I always watch Red's pledge of allegiance on my birthday which happen to be the same as Red's. Yes it's sad what's happening in our country. It's up to us to make sure our children don't forget those who sufferred to keep our country free. Proud to be an American!

[@pyewhackett1598]

Great statement at the end, more relevant today than when it was first said.

[@rickmorrow993]

I remember watching The Red Skelton Show when I was a little kid. I used to like his Klem Kadiddlehopper character. Now at age 66 I have been seeing his movies on the TV channels that show old movies amd I just finished watching his show on another channel. He was a talented performer. I see his perfromances differently now. Red left school in the 7th grade. I recall my father's aunt's pride in graduating from the 8th grade. She was the first in her family to graduate from the 8th grade. More years of education have not brought us more wisdom. Red Skelton and my father's aunt survived though the harrowing years of the great depression and WW2. Red did not learn his trade in an arts school. He learned on the job and perfected it though practice. Taking the pledge of Allegience apart and understanding its meaning line by line and word for word gave him more appreciation for the true meaning of the pledge. That was how you learned things back then. My father spent his weekends working on his grandmother's farm. If something was broken, you didn;t throw it in the trash. You fixed it. And in learning how to fix things, you had a better and more intimate underastanding of the tools you fixed. These days our biggest decisions are what to keep and what we should throw in the garbage. And instead of learning about each other through intimate conversations, we talk with strangers on the Internet and abandon our family and friends. We have become more isolated in our wider circle of acquaintances.

[@rebeccasmith8567]

How could a REAL AMERICAN dislike THIS???

[@OneFitnessGirl]

Easy, become a self entitled professional athlete and take a knee.

[@mymanjosquin]

i’m fine with the pledge, but not turning Red’s heart-felt rendition into a propaganda piece for the nra.

[@barbarafischbach8480]

Now more than ever🇺🇸 God Bless America and Red for this magnificent affirmation of our pledge ❤️

[@vickiedutton6829]

My Sister got to meet him and talk with him when she was 18 years old. She said he was every bit as kind, good and funny as he was on stage. She ran for Miss Colton, Calif. and he was the MC.

[@GunDrone]

That's a great story. Red Skelton was a heck of a guy. He never had bad word to say about anyone. We need people like him these days. They broke the mold after him.

[@gamerzero7735]

If it's wrong to like this, I don't want to be right.

[@jamesutley1352]

GamerZero if you like this you are right and I’m right with you!

[@michaelgaynor6866]

@@jamesutley1352 ,ditto!

[@stevetessier6568]

When this world made more sense than today...

[@michaeloneale1566]

Thank God for true americans

[@CorvetteReport]

Thanks for posting this. Please, everyone, share this on your social media platforms.

[@Wannabecrafting247]

He’s my great uncle’s best friend! They grew up together and OH THE FUNNY TRICKS they used to play on people in their neighborhood! Great, inspiring people! RIP for both of them!

[@yarrlegap6940]

G-d bless Red Skelton ... and G-d bless America. ... Everyone else - Have a Happy New Year - and may the good Lord bless you with joy and peace in 2019!

[@cayugafeather7772]

G-d? Say it....GOD! Dont be stiffled.

[@levi501ish]

Cayuga Feather libtardism has caught up with many. 🤷‍♂️

[@cayugafeather7772]

Levi 501 Tell me about it!..We all must never give up our free speech! Political correctness is a freedom robber.

[@jessecox8486]

@@cayugafeather7772 some people believe that by typing out God, if the texts were to later be destroyed, it would be their fault that they allowed harm to come to the name of God, and thus, they'd be cursed. They write God, G-d to keep this from happening.

[@cayugafeather7772]

Jesse Cox Interesting, thanks.

[@ktsenya2]

What a man he was

[@GunDrone]

In my opinion ever be another one like him. Although Kimmel thinks he one...

[@oldfarteredneck7531]

@@GunDrone Kimmel isn't qualified to hold Red Skelton's hat and coat., Just another Left-Wing Hater.

[@georgetouzis6103]

What kind of generations have we brought into this world. Red Skeleton was a good, sincere man and a great entertainer. I was lucky to have been brought up in a time when people openly cared. R. I. P. Red, you are in a better place now. God help the rest of us!🙏

[@iantuck6364]

I am Canadian and this is a great video!

[@larrybronas2700]

I will never be disrespectful to our flag. We see now in American burning the flag taken it out of our schools. Taking our guys away time we people take our country back no one as right to take our cites town from us. Time we all stand up for each other not again each other.

[@leolion14]

I remember Mr Red Skelton. I'm from Indiana and yes I remember his shows and his "God Bless". it is so SAD that this country has lost all of its history. My father fought and I fought for our flag. I'm thankful for the others who fought. Some gave all. All gave some. I WILL ALWAYS BE " UNDER GOD"

[@GunDrone]

Amen, thank you for your service...

[@leolion14]

@@GunDrone you are welcome.

[@GM8101PHX]

My Dad- US Air Force August 1951 to July 1971 retired Master Sergeant, Me- US Air Force June 1976 to June 1982 Staff Sergeant, then the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office April 1992 to April 2012 Retired Detention Officer!! We felt and feel the same, Thank You and your Dad for your service to this great nation!!!

[@billyphoenix5139]

Thank you so much for this. Red was always my favorite Comic but also my favorite human being because he loved everyone. I am but one of the many that has served our great country and fellow Americans,scared yes but happily earned and will happily earn more if the need arises. But nothing hurts we,the veterans who have served,those serving now, and the families deprived of their lost family members that sacrificed their lives in battle than the lack of respect and lack of pride in and for our flag and country. I still and always will support and defend our Constitutional Republic and Bill Of Rights. We have to change the example that certain Political groups have been displaying to our young people by doing what is right with our votes and also show all MSM broadcasters we deserve the truth like the news use to report, by boycotting all networks,cable, and satellite providers that choose to do nothing more than lie!

[@GunDrone]

Thank you for your service. My father also served our country in the military for 27 years. I am glad he is not alive to see what is happening.What people like us to be understanding is that we are not against the Democratic party. They ceased to exist about 10 years ago. We are fighting Socialism. The division between races is caused by them and the hatred is theirs. We need to make Socialists accountable for the violence (Antifa) and insist on it. The pathway to hell is paved with the intentions of Socialists.

[@billyphoenix5139]

@@GunDrone It's good to see someone else that sees that too. Without going in to details I worked in A.T. and yes you're correct.

[@randymiller3949]

What happened to times to this time? Love, Respect, Pride, Support, & Honor to the GREATEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD!!! I'm so PROUD I got to be brought up in this era!!! Thank You Lord!!! Much love from Mobile Alabama.

[@JohnLove-q3j]

Every school should require viewing this!!!!!!

[@Victoryoverourdarkness]

So Beautiful true Respect and Kindness from that man it’s crazy how Kindness and true understanding is frowned upon by today’s generation

[@GunDrone]

You have that correct. It is caused by many things in today's culture. One factor is ads directed at kids. Parents should get involved in what thier schools are teaching, what the school is promoting. Tik Tok, Google, Facebook should never be accessed. They are all part of the Communuist Demorcatic Party (DemCommies). To hell with them all.

[@spenceranderson8606]

God help us we the people need to take a stand and not back Down thear is no victory with out a fight we must take our country back corruption must be exposed and every sports figure should watch this video and those that don't stand for the flag shame on them thank you for posting this video and thank you Red Skelton I loved your tv shows took my mother to see you live we had a great time. And may God bless

[@brendakempf2869]

This would be a great educational tool for those idiots in Minnesota who no longer feel the Pledge is necessary. I'm thankful I don't live in Minnesota. I am a proud American!

[@daviddavis6855]

I don’t think they would get it !

[@chrissforza6405]

Minnesota and several other states are being giving away to clueless heartless spoiled brats who don't have the guts to fight for liberty or to understand that they are dupes, tools, fools, being used to attack our country from within. The politicians running these states that are losing their identities to rioters, thieves and degenerates, are cowards and whores. I apologize if I have ofended genuine whores who actually work to earn a living. These politicians have failed to provide for the common defense and should be terminated and arrested as traitors. Why are they still getting paid when thousands of people have been put out of work and have lost everything to rioting degenerates while elected officials watched and shuddered in fear like the cowardly scum that they are? To promote the general welfare does not mean to make sure your constituents will vote for you because you put them on welfare.Vote them out, you idiots. Take your towns, states, and the country back. GET A SPINE , YOU WIMPS THAT TOLERATE THE INTOLERABLE.

[@cooleslaw]

Pretty interesting video. As a Canadian, I've never had to stand up and pledge allegiance to my country, but I can appreciate how heartfelt and patriotic of a gesture it is for those who mean every word they say when reciting it. It's a real shame certain people want to remove it from schools and whatnot for such trivial reasons, but then again I doubt there are very many children thinking about the deeper meaning of what they're saying and the implications nowadays. Regardless, God bless America. May she ever last.

[@Starrman69]

Found this...I was looking for the original as I watched it when it came out in 1969. My senior year of high school. So many changes have taken place...**sigh**... God Bless The United States of America!!

[@sandrafraser8120]

What a wonderful man , I used to love to watch The Red Skelton show when I was a child...God bless you Mr Skelton, thank you for all the laughs, you will never be forgotten, so glad you can't see what's going on now in the country that you loved so much.

[@ellisonhamilton3322]

God forgive us our stupidity and foolishness to remove this pledge from our schools and our lives. Yes, Red would cry to see the state of things now. We will have to fight to be heard as Patriots of this republic. We must not lose the pledge of allegiance. Thanks for sharing this wonderful video of Red. He was truly an American treasure.

[@ardentgailla]

Yes! I have very much enjoyed this and will share it with my children. Thank you so much.

[@laquintonpiggee5855]

red Skelton was funny n sincere!

[@robbalink]

I have watched & shared this video a 100 x. It never gets old. Share it with friends, kids and grand kids. You'll be glad you did. God bless America and her people and let freedom ring!

[@reneebru1]

I LOVE Red Skelton!!!! I met him when I was a little girl in Palm Springs, CA in the 1970’s. Thank you for the autograph and the wonderful memory!✝️🇺🇸❤️✝️🇺🇸❤️

[@427Jeffrey]

One nation under God!!!!!!!!

[@jimmymiller77]

Perhaps the LAST GREAT entertainer from Hollywood.. What more can I say ????

[@garyroberts9517]

How precious how special Just think this is our america.all people who live here need to hear this.. Please people wake up and realize what we have good bless

[@sherricoffman]

ThankYou4Sharing!!! ❤ 🕊 MuchLove!!!

[@patriciayoung3267]

God Bless Red. He was a wonderful man and I always enjoyed watching him.