SABATON - 1648 (Official Lyric Video) Reaction

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[@ScarriorIII]

The crazy part about this story is that the war started in Prague over Protestant freedom vs Catholic rule, and by the time the war came back to Prague at the end it had been so long they were Catholic and on the other side of the conflict. 30 years war is literal in more than just numbers.

[@davidiobrando]

For a bit of context (as a Czech or a Bohemian), when Joakim sang about "Karlův Most" it is the Czech version of "Charles' Bridge" which was, at the time, the only way to cross the river Vltava into Prague. FUN FACT: The Charles' Bridge is the second oldest bridges in the Czech Republic. It's foundations can be traced back to the 12th century, but it became known as "The Charles' Bridge" in 1402 when it's reconstruction was finished. Also it is said that in order to strenghten the bridge the builders added raw eggs in a mortar.

[@GetDougDimmadomed]

I believe the egg part. Scrambled eggs are nigh impossible to clean out of a bowl. Damn things have the bonded strength of Hercules.

[@valhalla1488able]

you have a classic Czech name

[@davidiobrando]

@@valhalla1488able gotta represent my home country

[@matej6128]

Actually there were two bridges between the two sides of Prague, if i'm not mistaken.

[@molmonlomek6336]

Whats interesting about the engagement itself is that the defenders of Prague werent proffesional soldiers nor millitia, they had no canons, training or weapons for everyone, yet they manned the barricades with whatever they had and defeated wave after wave of soldiers from one of the most proffesional armies in the world at that time all of that happened because the retreating Swedish army didnt want to go home empty handed, the commander even recieved a word about the truce and peacetalks, but decided to ignore them for what he thought was an easy prey ready for plundering. The Swedes took the smaller part of the city on one side of the river after an extensive barrage that pierced the walls, but the bridges couldnt be shelled so heavily, so it came down to a meat grinder in which the morale of the city dwellers fearing of their lives and families prevailed over those of the soldiers of which some already seen decades of war in a distant land, tired and already on their way home, they left the city with what they could plunder and headed back to Sweden

[@miiah7475]

Interesting thing from behing the scenes of this song (& the 2 different versions english & swedish), is that Joakim is 50% swede 50% czech. His mother was originally from Prague, before moving to Sweden with Joakim's swedish dad. They, as a family, went to Prague and that bridge (Karluv Most / Charles bridge) in the song all the time when he was a child. His mother was the first one to tell Joakim about that battle when he was little. This english version leans more to what the czech did defending and the swedish one is more about what the swedes did attacking.

[@petr146cz9]

Fan fact the Prague castle is the oldest castle in the world its estimated to 9century i think.

[@davidamadeo4674]

Dave you are totally correct. Sabaton is the best way to learn history. It's a great way for children to learn it. My wife and I saw Sabaton in Phoenix last month, what a great live band.

[@TheCthultist]

Great reaction, as always. Always appreciate Sabaton’s tendency to just not waste a single second when it comes to getting right into the song. Those drums right at the beginning just pull you in instantly!

[@hannehammer4603]

Hi Dave, I love your reactions from Sabaton, you always get to the point so very well, and it's so interesting to listen to your thoughts every time. 👍 There is one BIG "problem" for me with Sabaton: since the first time I heard them, I've really been "addicted" to them! Every song evokes different feelings, it's so incredible. Also, Sabaton has made me become much more involved with history.

[@xdeepxfreezex2621]

You need to check out the entire Carolus Rex album in Swedish. Most songs on the album have entirely different lyrics and translations when you use closed captioning or watch Piscators lyric videos. The english version of the songs usually tell from Europes point of view. The Swedish versions usually tell the story from Swedens point of view. Also, it helps to watch and listen to the songs in the album order as they tell most of the story of the 30 years (80 years) war. You have to remember, Sweden at the time had a very low population compared to other nations at the time. Sweden managed to hold their own against nations like Russia and the Spanish Empire. The Swedes managed to change the war warfare was fought. Most armies at the time fought in a line. They would march into firing range, both sides would take turns firing into one another for a shot or two then charge with pikes, sabres and bayonets. This was usually done at roughly 100 meters (300 feet or a football field.) The Swedes would march to 50 meters (150 feet) through the enemies first shot at their own line. Then the Caroleans shock attack operated as follows. The two rear ranks of musketeers were ordered to shoot when "you could not miss," a range of roughly 50 meters (150 feet) and then to draw their swords before the battalion resumed their attack. The two foremost ranks then discharged at a range of roughly 20 meters (60 feet) before drawing their swords, and the charge began. At this range, the powerful muskets usually felled many enemy troops and was demoralising to them. Directly after the volley, the Swedes charged the enemy ranks with pikes, bayonets and sabres. Note that the pikes were used as an offensive weapon: in close combat, they had the advantage over their foes weapons thanks to their range. After the bayonet was introduced in the Carolean army (1700-1706), the final volley was delayed until the soldiers were inside bayonet range. Meaning they would shoot right the enmies first row of troops before stabbing the second row of troops

[@zeke3672]

Thanks for another great video Dave, love your stuff!

[@Revament]

I was just gonna name a few tracks I really like from this album but then I realized I might as well say the whole album is amazing 😂cant wait for them to release the rest of the lyric videos because you will get some really nice songs to hear.

[@Hammarspiken]

Hi Dave 👍🏾 your analysis on "1648" is blending good.👍🏾 I am swed and think i am the best person to analyze swed history.But you dave explain many things i don't realize when i listening 🌍🇸🇪👍🏾👏 So thank u Dave for a blending good reaction and a lesson in to realize situations 👍🏾🇸🇪🌍👀

[@SJ-vc6zn]

Another dope reaction! Good work Dave! You may remember I requested this about a week ago, and I totally understand if you don't want to or haven't gotten to it, but you really should Check out Tina S if you have never seen her play, For the Love of God is an extremely well done cover! Keep rockin' Dave!

[@Frankszky1923]

I cooked, turned on the computer, and had lunch watching the best reactions channel, thank you for your videos bro

[@Thereallifebasil]

My grandfather is Slovakian, respect.

[@Frankszky1923]

@@Thereallifebasil Broo, did you know you can apply for citizenship now? New law passed on April.

[@Thereallifebasil]

@@Frankszky1923 Oh really? That's very nice

[@miafranlund6982]

Love your reaction as always! If I am correct you have now only two songs left to complete the album. Long live the King and Ruina Imperii, both excellent songs. I suggest you do Ruina Imperii last, cause that's the end of the empire.

[@thomassoro_5032]

Great reaction to watch as always Also you should definitely check out Hill 3234 even though the official lyrics video is a bit old it's still awesome (should've sent that earlier ngl xd)

[@AviationAutoShipsOperations]

One song I suggest is Hill 3234, I feel it sorta gives you the same feel that you were mentioning, and maybe also reign if terror which is a older song but nice fast pace as well

[@EliBoTyt]

Lets go

[@peter-8483]

Gott Mit Uns Long Live The King Ruina Imperii Please one of these next

[@DmitryNetsev]

You have a very nice voice.

[@tetra.]

At this point I’m pretty sure you’ve seen them all! Are there any you haven’t done yet?

[@j3nax528]

Länge leve Svea Rike👑👑👑

[@sheamus4300]

Let’s gooooooo

[@Sheppardsg1]

Ron waserman on power rangers songs

[@can-i-go-now]

Not sure if theyve been suggested yet but if you're looking for another good Sabaton songs, Lion of the North, the Art of War, and Lady of the Dark are all great ones.

[@whatitdodave]

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[@magnusnilsson9792]

Sweden got away with the silverbible, evangelic text translated into gothic in the 6th century. (just after the fall of Rome) Translating the bible was/(is?) a big wedge between catholicism and protestantism.

[@peter-8483]

The swedish version of this song is even better, this entire album is better in swedish

[@marinamucic908]

It's much more powerful in Swedish, flow of the song is better