South African Reacts To Star Spangled Banner As You've Never Heard It

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[@agirlnamedbrett.]

we love our flag so much because it represents the people!! it doesn't represent our President or government, it's a symbol for the people and always has been. 🇺🇲

[@oldgeezer3324]

Finally an answer to 'A boy named Sue'

[@krystalaura5634]

It's a living entity

[@bak6194]

My thoughts exactly

[@BlazinRiver1]

Then why dont you look up what really happened during this battle? This vid about 90% lies.

[@krystalaura5634]

@@BlazinRiver1 got proof?

[@ohioguy8660]

Most of us can't stand our government but we love our country!

[@jonograhamreacts]

I hear that, I'm not any governments biggest fan.

[@markhenry1239]

Think of it this way, our framers wrote our Constitution so that members of our government can be replaced as we choose. For that matter our whole government and it's structure can be removed and changed (although not easily). But what they were very keenly aware of is that while we might readily want to change those whom we elected, it would very likely never be the case that we ever decided to "scrap" the whole thing and start over! 👍💪🎆❤️🇺🇸

[@CGC1954]

Especially now

[@Cannon__Fodder]

It's not the government itself, it's the people who currently run it.

[@BlazinRiver1]

This story is about 90% FALSE. Do some research into the truth. The is from the war of 1912 NOBODY DIED HOLDING UP ANY FLAG. Only 5 men died There were 2 flags....foul weather flag and the Great Garrison flag. The fort had 2 weeks to get ready for the battle.

[@RubyGB]

The remains of that very flag is in the care of the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. where it is on display under glass. Now you know why we're so proud of our flag - it stands not just for freedom, but the lives of those who have died through the years protecting the U.S. and her people. This is why we stand for the flag and refuse to bow to anyone but God...

[@jonograhamreacts]

Well said!

[@SueProv]

That flag was huge. I saw it as a young girl. 30ft x40ft

[@canecasavettes85]

Actually that isn’t the storm flag that was flown and shelled that night. Nobody knows what happened to it. The flag in the Smithsonian is the garrison flag that was raised over Fort McHenry that morning. Unfortunately Paul Harvey messed that part up when he said Fort Henry. The fort is in Baltimore MD on the harbor.

[@demonhunterfan08]

Amen you are so right

[@davidcruz8667]

Yes, I will stand for the flag and kneel for the cross. Always.

[@ronaldhudson6560]

I am a 73 year old Vietnam Veteran and retired U.S. Army soldier. Thank you for your respect to the story of our Star Spangled Banner!

[@staciemoisa4884]

thank you for your service

[@Sherlock4Sure]

Thank you for your service! Nothing but respect for you sir! God bless you and God bless America! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@IwillfindyouMr.pocket]

Thank you for your service sir! 🫡 🇺🇸 🇺🇲

[@brandyforsythe1882]

God bless you and thank you for your service! 🇺🇸❤

[@robertmcdowell3769]

May God bless you and yours sir.

[@shrodingerschat2258]

We fly our flag because of what it means: as long as that flag flies we are free!!!

[@catlady443]

Until idiots elect Trump. Then freedom will be gone. We will be in a dictatorship without feeedom

[@catlady443]

It doesn't matter your politics, EVERYONE respects and loves the flag

[@daisyhoney3088]

I smell a lefty

[@earlycuyler9760]

"Loyalty to country, always. Loyalty to government, only when they deserve it." -mark twain

[@stephnicole8242]

Our flag unites us. As an American we will always stand for Freedom, together as one, regardless. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@HappyHoney41]

Yep. After 9/11 mothers from both political parties sent their sons...

[@juliemccauslin5807]

​@HappyHoney41 mothers did no such thing, their grown-up children made a choice born of love for country & patriotism. So suck on that fact & get a real job

[@atoriusv5070]

According to Brittanica, there were 28 deaths, 250 injured, and 50 captured americans. There were over 1000 troops inside the fort, amongst the large population of civilians taking refuge from the nearby city. Something like 1800 shells and 800 rockets were fired at the fort for 25 hours. 19 ships shelled the fort. This story always makes me emotional. It's utterly sad that the younger generations in the US are being taught to hate our flag and country.

[@patrickhumphreys5851]

As American and a veteran this is just one reason why the flag is never allowed to touch the ground and as a American we are very proud of our country and our flag. Great reaction.

[@staciemoisa4884]

thank you for your service

[@vivienneclarke2421]

Yes. My flags flagpole snapped from strong winds a few months ago and I saw it on the ground,i actually heard it fall. I absolutely panicked and ran outside in heavy wind and rain to get it off the ground~!! Although it wasn't my fault,I still feel guilty that happened....I now have a much sturdier flagpole for it~!! ❤️🤍💙🇺🇲

[@staciemoisa4884]

@@vivienneclarke2421 as a child, I remember being somewhere (a parade maybe?) and I had a small American flag to hold. It touched the ground, and my mom or dad told me to kiss it, to bless it, and then make sure it stayed off the ground. I don't remember that day's event, but I never forgot that lesson.

[@Sherlock4Sure]

Thank you for your service! Nothing but respect for you! God bless you and God bless America! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@BlazinRiver1]

This story is about 90% FALSE. Do some research into the truth. The is from the war of 1912 NOBODY DIED HOLDING UP ANY FLAG. Only 5 men died There were 2 flags....foul weather flag and the Great Garrison flag. The fort had 2 weeks to get ready for the battle.

[@johnwatrous8982]

The Patriot was set in the American revolution and this was the war of 1812 when Britain tried to take us back. Love your respect, Thank You!

[@rockyperez2828]

Yea them Tommies didn't learn from the first arse wuppin they got in 1777 they forgot so when they came back in 1812 we reminded them that America was still free and ready to fight for our belief in freedom

[@sonjacrowell9896]

Military Family. Army wife. Marine son. Navy son and Air Force son. My marine was brought home under our flag. ❤ . The flag waves not from the wind but the Patriots before us last breath. ❤🇺🇸

[@gordonduke8812]

God bless your family, and as long as I draw a breath, your Marine will not be forgotten. Simper Fidelis.

[@thesupportingcast6972]

May he R.I.P. Saying I’m sorry for you loss doesn’t begin to cover it. As an American 🇺🇸 I am thankful for people like your family.

[@billieann1089]

God bless you, your family, and your son. He is a true American hero. His sacrifice will not be forgotten. My heart goes out to you. Thank you for your service and the military men of your family. And God bless America.

[@RAD-82ndABN]

As a 29 year, US Army veteran retired... I always put my flag out in front of my house, put it up in the morning and down in the evening… As soldiers we are thought to never surrender the flag and never let the flag touch the ground! It’s in respect to our brothers and sisters who given their ultimate sacrifice in defense for our country… ‘Especially’ for ‘The American soldiers on Fort Henry’ on 1812… They never gave up and never let the flag touch the ground!!!

[@outdoorsman7324]

Not once has anyone been trained to not surrender a flag.

[@loriblair4913]

Thank you for my freedom and for your service. Much love and respect for you. My family is a big Military family. I always fly a flag in front of my house with pride and always thank those that served and paid the ultimate sacrifice

[@juliayoung537]

Many men and women have fought and died for that flag and freedom, even in other countries ❤️

[@johnholcombe3322]

Our ancestors died to for that flag. That's why it's a dishonor for it to touch the ground . Thank you for taking your time and learning the history. I really enjoy watching your channel. Thank you

[@brianhoward9336]

Yes I am an American and a veteran as well. I have heard the national anthem more times than I can begin to imagine. With that being said rarely if ever do I make it through the song without tearing up. If I try to sing along I have no chance at all. This song and what it represents means more to me than I doubt I could ever explain.

[@staciemoisa4884]

thank you for your service

[@tammyrogers9129]

Same here.

[@tammyrogers9129]

Thank you for your service. God bless you.

[@Logan_1991]

I'm not a veteran, but I can only imagine how you feel. I thank you for your service. I feel an energy when I recite the anthem and between us. May God help those who would oppose the USA.

[@nunyalastname-ej8vl]

Never served but worked on scott afb . At 400 everything stopped like someone flipped a switch. Every uniform at attention. Nothing moved. They lowered the colors every day. So much unnoticed noise. Them boom silence. Awesome. THE USA was always great. MAGA

[@JoshFokt]

Don't care how many times I hear the our national anthem. I always get a knot in my chest and a tear in my eye, every single time.

[@elainehaynes1168]

I'm an American and I cry every time I watch this.

[@danmaynard1383]

Me too

[@sheawalls9059]

😂😂😂

[@sheawalls9059]

​@@danmaynard1383 😂😂😂

[@stevep2380]

"The debt was demanded.... The price.... It was paid" I wish they'd left that in the song. Such a powerful line.

[@greymomma]

I'm in my 60's. This story was taught in school at one time. I learned it in elementary school. It surprises me how many don't know the story.

[@BlazinRiver1]

I am 65 navy vet.....This story is about 90% FALSE. The is from the war of 1912 NOBODY DIED HOLDING UP ANY FLAG. Only 5 men died There were 2 flags....foul weather flag and the Great Garrison flag. The fort had 2 weeks to get ready for the battle.

[@outdoorsman7324]

This story is fake and came about long after you had graduated... what you've stated is, quite literally, impossible.

[@marlahalbrook6156]

I also learned this in school and, unfortunately, many people were denied the privilege of knowing the true history of how our country was founded. This story is not fake and there were and still are people who believe in something other than themselves and willing to sacrifice for a greater good.

[@eddiehammond4178]

We had real teachers who cared if we learned. 67 year old Proud American.

[@j.w.greenbaum7809]

I majored in History and Political Science and graduated University in 1971 and this story is NOT fake! I’ve been to Fort William McHenry in Baltimore Harbor- a National Historic Landmark-which recounts what happened there. There weren’t hundreds of British War Ships but closer to twenty. This was the War of 1812 when we were a young nation and no longer colonies. The British had burned the White House previously. I don’t know where “outdoorsman” gets the idea this story is fake? That flag is in the Smithsonian preserved under glass--very ripped and so brown. I know there was a period where some crazy people rewrote American History books and only devoted one paragraph to WWII and glossed over anything they felt was patriotic-- our son’s high school history book was an example-- but he knew from us that it was nonsense. Fortunately his University courses taught the truth.

[@DivusMagus]

Something to remember about the song, is it ends in a question. "O say does that star spangled banner yet wave, o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?" basically asking for all future generations is it still the land of the free and the home of the brave. A question we should never ignore and always be asking ourselves.

[@susanconstable2113]

I’m 53 and I still get that funny feeling in my chest every time I hear our star spangled banner anthem!

[@agordon7369]

As an American veterans are extremely proud of our flag, history and country. Regardless of our problems and tribulations as a country we will prevail and our patriotism will never cave to the liberal ideology.

[@cece8650]

Thank you for watching our history and listening to our national anthem. We cherish our country, freedom and our symbol, our flag ... and the story of the brave men who kept our flag flying.

[@debrajohnston3450]

I grew up in an Army family and I'm proud of it. Patriotism has always been important to me.

[@BlazinRiver1]

So then you know that this story is about 90% false...right?

[@debrajohnston3450]

@@BlazinRiver1 What's important is that it brings folks together for our country (cept the far left) and the men and women who fought and died for it. The lives lost throughout the years for God and country, those folks mean something, they were real people.

[@melindabaker710]

After watching this I now understand what a veteran said to me the other day when I thanked him for his service ... he said I'd rather you thank me for your freedom .......I did so and he smiled ....

[@nunyalastname-ej8vl]

I watched hundreds of reactions to this. You would think I would not tear up. I do every time. MAGA!

[@trina6256]

This is who we are….🇺🇸 An American Flag will never hit the ground …even today.

[@jessedaniel6330]

Thank you vary much for doing this video , this is actually during the war of 1812 when the brits came back and decided they would have another go at us.

[@torivincent2544]

Yes the one and only time the White House was destroyed- the British burned it

[@danpals7678]

I was just going to say the same thing. They brought everything and attacked a mostly civilian fort. That would piss any red blooded American off so bad!

[@BlazinRiver1]

90% is this is a lie.

[@jessedaniel6330]

@@BlazinRiver1 about 5% just that last bit about holding up the flag though there have been soldiers that have died holding up the flag and keeping it from hitting the ground just not in this war and it definitely was a military fort.

[@faithnfire4769]

@@jessedaniel6330 The flag pole was massive, physically impossible to "hold it up", the number of ships were off by an order of magnitude, wrong war, no colonies, we declared the British were not trying to retake the colonies, Key was not trying to free POWs only one doctor, there were not prisoners chained up on the ship he was in he had dinner and was held there till the next day, the bombardment was largely millitary and ineffective (i.e. very few civilians affected and barely 2 dozen casualties, certainly no piles of corpses), "Predominantly not a millitary fort" is a blatant lie, the batteries at the fort were the reason the British retreated and the failed land battle not even discussed which happened at the same time. "Lowering the flag to surrender" Bullshit, the guns firing back were the signal the fort had not been destroyed. What else, quotes were blatantly misattributed because it's a pastor putting words in people's mouth's. The history is mangled, the honor of the people who defended that fort is mangled because apparently their bravery isn't good enough so we need to lie to make them look like martyrs. And lie to make their enemy look like monsters, rather than normal people fighting in a war that we declared (for good reason, but this is just a set of patriotic lies).

[@sandyangel4243]

We American patriots cry when this song is played. With the battle we are in today for the soul of this nation brings so much meaning to this song. We will die just as our forefathers did defending this nation. GOD BLESS AMERICA!

[@snowroses174]

Canada and The USA share the longest unprotected border in the world. That is how THIS happens. Watch this and be inspired.. " Toronto Maple Leafs fans finish singing US anthem after technical difficulties "

[@12floz67]

I remember that, that was truly remarkable.

[@marcinmyk3973]

Nothing in common between those countries apart from language ...,and war..while ago...

[@jt8180]

The Original flag is in the Smithsonian museum. They put it on Display frequently. It meant so much to the defenders of fort Henry that a dying soldier requested a piece of the flag be buried with him... you can still see this to this day.... They cut a corner of the flag off for Him...

[@matthewhunt7665]

Freedom is not free it comes I have a Cost. It is paved in the blood of the brave and the sacrificed lives of heroes. May God-bless all those servicemen who sacrifice their lives for the freedoms of Others

[@jonograhamreacts]

so true, well said!

[@DeAnne1233]

Done and Dusted, Mate. We don’t know what we are capable of as people, until it comes to defending our families and our homes. True in every family, throughout time and location.

[@veteranhoffman6776]

Old Glory as we call it is our nation’s flag, it represents the American ideal and American people, and yes we have them everywhere. We take great pride in our Nation , and continue to work on ourselves to achieve the American Ideal of a free Nation where everyone is equal.

[@rafehr1378]

Respect for the American flag is life or death for me. Veteran from 1970 ---1975. Overseas serving was never, ever easy. Just short of, Hell.

[@BlazinRiver1]

Navy vet here......then maybe you should call out lies and bs when it comes to the flag. This story is about 90% BS. Foul weather flag was flown during the battle. The next day it was taken down and the Great Garrison flag was hoisted as a "fuck you" to the British. The real story is much better.

[@randyobrien2836]

And it was Ft. McHenry in Baltimore.

[@marcat51158]

I am so glad you chose this video. So many other Americans need to do the same. It should be shown in schools over and over again. Another good video is Red Skelton explaining the Pledge of Allegiance.

[@Liz-sz2ee]

The Real Story of the star Spangled Banner should be shown over and over again. Also the History Channel did an amazing show about the Star Spangled Banner. This is melodramatic, borderline false, and in some places doesn’t even make sense. I’d rather school children actually learn the truth, because the truth is amazing enough.

[@marcat51158]

@@Liz-sz2ee The problem is, is that school children are not being taught why the Star Spangled Banner was even written. They are taught that Frances Scott Key wrote it and that is all. At least this video would make the children really think about why our flag and it meaning is so important to this country

[@Liz-sz2ee]

@@marcat51158 - I so agree that everyone should know the story about the National Anthem! It is so inspiring, and so many people haven’t been taught it. If they were, they would have more respect for it. My only point is that the real story is so moving, that I’d rather it be taught as it really happened, not incorrectly and turned into a melodrama.

[@marcat51158]

@Liz I completely understand and wish that would happen as well. Unfortunately melodrama is about the only way to reach kids today. And a lot of our history is either criticized, wiped from history or just not wanting to be heard.

[@hulkhogan4203]

This story is mostly lies though. We should keep our school curriculum focused on facts.

[@Catherine.Dorian.]

I’m not a veteran due to health issues (thanks lungs for destroying my chance to serve) but I grew up 20 minutes from NYC and could always see the skyline so that day we could see the billows of smoke from the buildings and eventually nothing but that much, is was haunting in ways none of us will ever recover

[@brianhoward9336]

there are many other videos about our anthem you should watch along with the importance of it being sung at sporting events along with the Flyover.

[@billamos3295]

This happened during the war of 1812! The cost of freedom is not free! As a military veteran I always get chill bumps when I hear the national anthem!

[@brendasusanchristensen7058]

that battle was actually in 1812. The British tried to come back and take the colonies by force again! They did not succeed obviously! That actual flag is in a museum in DC. As a veteran our anthem and our flag mean EVERYTHING to me. My family has a long line of those who served in our military! From my Dad who was a USAF pilot , my brother in law who's a retired Ranger to my son in law who's a blackhawk pilot. NO ONE disrepects our military, our flag or our anthem in front of me EVER! I may be a 68 yr old Nana but I come down hard on whomever tries it!!

[@robertphelps1574]

It was the United States that declared war on Britain because of impressment and trade then tried to expand by invading the British territories of Canada

[@dominicbuckley8309]

The British were not trying to get the United States back under British rule. It was the United States that declared war on Britain in 1812, not the other way round. In fact the British ignored the declaration and just carried on trading normally ( 80% of US trade was with Britain) until the United States invaded Canada in July of that year. It wasnt until after the *fifth* attempted invasion of Canada that Britain made a concerted invasion of the US in 1814. At the time of the battle of Baltimore, peace negotiations were already taking place, after Washington had been burnt.

[@outdoorsman7324]

​​@@dominicbuckley8309 just wait until she discovers there were no colonies. 😂

[@theaffiliate4208]

In the Patriot, the battle of The Cowpens was 24 years earlier in the Revolutionary War. The bombardment of Fort McHenry was the final part of the seige of Baltimore in 1812 where the British shelled the fort for over 25 hours until they literally ran out of ammunition. Thus, why this part of US history is so epic and important.

[@BlazinRiver1]

The actual story is much better than this garbage

[@oldgeezer3324]

The 'Patriot' was a movie about the U.S. fighting for its independence in 1776. Britain and the US had a second war in which this video is about. The war of 1812 at Ft. McHenry is where the Star Spangled Banner was written by Francis Scott Key

[@andrewvallejos1535]

Who cares what people say when to pause when not to pause the brilliance of a reaction is it’s exactly that. If it was easy everyone would be doing what you do. Your channel is brilliant keep being authentic. 🥇

[@jonograhamreacts]

Thank you man,

[@SueDamron]

You need to see a video of an obviously injured veteran who is delivering packages to a home when a flag falls onto the ground. What he does, is admirable. It’s called, “Delivery driver, Veteran gives big salute for the USA flag after folding it!” Such respect!!

[@BMF6889]

I think this is Paul Harvey narrating. He was on of the most listened to radios at the time. He died many years ago. Paul Harvey was a patriotic and gifted radio host on just about any subject.

[@markmallecoccio4521]

Now you've seen this, you should check out the performance of the Anthem from before this year's NFL Superbowl by Chris Stapleton. It is agreed by many to be the greatest presentation of the song in many years. Just a man and his guitar.

[@sheawalls9059]

Definitely not, 😂😂 stop it

[@michaelryan1913]

It definitely was... Up there with Whitney.

[@sheawalls9059]

@Michael Ryan lmao far from Whitney his shit actually sucked

[@SecretSquirrel3251]

It’s so very important that our flag NEVER touches the ground! It represents each and every American! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💯✌️

[@Mikemotorcycle0214]

Every kid in American schools should have to watch this. I’m a 52yr old guy with tears streaming down his face and jaw quivering. I love this country. Joni thank you for taking the time and showing respect.

[@territemple5665]

That’s why we NEVER allow our flag to touch the ground!

[@johndalessandro6433]

JONO, TY for your respect to our Flag. You seem like a fine young man. You should be proud of your flag also!

[@georgefisher1995]

Thank you for the respect, and the from the heart comments. Remember the people where the human resolve, Pride, and character came from, as well as the colors used in that flag. The British roots took hold here, and grew strong in a new world, and stood on their own

[@BigMoore1232]

When I was in the marines me and another guy got the short stick and had to put the flag up every day. One day California had like 70 mph wind gusts. Well needless to say the flag got blown away. When we got back to our unit you would have thought we let a man die. I never had so much pain put into my body. They had me do so many pushups I couldn't even get myself up.

[@user-lz1ml9oo4m]

There was also a flag in EVERY classroom. And we all pledged allegence to it every morning.

[@curtiswilson3569]

America is not our stupid government, it’s the free people who love it. Our government are our failed employees.. our people are the real American dream.

[@TheNighthhawk]

Thank You. To let you know, The Patriot was the Revolutionary War in 1776. This was the 2nd round with GB in 1812. They burnt most of Washington DC down. Dolley Madison, the First Lady at the time, was there, while the British were marching in. She and the servance were grabbing all the stuff they could, out of the capital. The US Constuction, Picture, ect. into a wagon to get them out of WDC, so they would not be destroyed.

[@12floz67]

I’ve read about that and watched clips of that story and I never get tired of hearing about it. She was something special.🍻

[@catherinelee3298]

This story should be taught in every school every year!🇺🇸

[@michaeluplandcausa7878]

The thing also was that the fort was indefensible against a naval invasion. We Americans did not have any weaponry capable of defending against naval bombardment, or of reaching such vessels.

[@TinnaN2TheAfterlife]

This is why true Americans, NEVER allow our flag to touch the ground, or be burned. That is a sacrilege. God blessed us with a great country and Military that protect our constitution and our freedom to live as God wanted. FREE! 🇺🇲🙏🏼💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿

[@kathyschwarz459]

The flag is in the Smithsonian museum in Washington DC, we never let the flag touch the ground. ❤️🤍💙

[@BlazinRiver1]

LMFAO....do you even know which flag is hanging? It's NOT the one flown during the battle. The one flown during the battle was a small foul weather flag. The next morning it was taken down and the Great Garrison flag was hoisted as a "fuck you" to the British. It was a huge american flag....that is what is in the Smithsonian.

[@nonyadambusness5158]

Thank you for watching this. My father taught this to me. He was a huge history buff. He loved this country! That story is slightly incorrect, but the majority is correct. One thing though, The Patriot was about the American Revolution. This was the war of 1812.

[@brendaolds4407]

That flag from Fort Henry still exists it is housed I believe in the Smithsonian! It's said that our flag does not wave by the wind that blows but with the last breath of everyone who fought and died for this country! You now understand why a true patriot who truly loves this country will never let it touch the ground.

[@manxkin]

Have seen this many times. There are a few errors in the written transcription during the singing of the anthem. Hailed not held, ramparts not ramperts, fight not flight. Drives me crazy every time. ❤️🇺🇸

[@dekulruno]

There’s a few inaccuracies of the narration, referring to the colonies when it was already the USA, misattributing the quote “I’d rather die on my feet than live on my knees.” To George Washington when it actually came from a Mexican Revolutionary General Zapata, but the general story of ft McHenry is right.

[@violettompkins206]

The American flag means everything to us! 🇺🇸 If it don't you don't belong here! Many men have gave their life for our freedom. Im proud to be an American!🇺🇸 God shead his grace on thee. 🙏

[@xScooterAZx]

"The land of the free and the home of the brave". This is my country and God bless her. The person narrating this song is America's 40th president,Ronald Reagan.

[@ThomasHathaway-ft9fu]

I especially appreciate your respect.and your heartfelt reaction.i know that over 665,000 brave men and woman gave their all for that flag.i am so glad that you now see why we revere the stars and stripes.

[@jburnett8152]

That was the Revolutionary war. You never need to be embarrassed about having a heart. ❤

[@amberburris5674]

God Bless the USA! We are fighting again for our country.... FJB and Trump2024! Hi from Indiana

[@robertmcdowell3769]

It's not mumbling mate. It's your reaction. And I love authentic reactions, keep up the good work.

[@carymcbroom4257]

I finally got to see the”real star spangled flag” this April at the American History Smithsonian Museum, my heart stopped actually seeing it! I have always wanted to see it, but seeing it in person was life changing. I will always remember seeing it, you couldn’t take pics of it, because the real one is so guarded so it will always be safe under humidity and light tested. But I will always remember how I felt seeing it, and the guard keeping it safe will always be my hero! I will always wish I had a pic of it, but will always understand how precious the original it is, how many millions of lives and families it represents. I will uphold the flag, no matter what, I will live forever on my feet and raise my kids to live on their feet and respect every single person who holds our flag high and respect every person who gives their life to our flag with respect!

[@rebeccahanson6941]

You can actually go and see that exact flag from that battle at the Smithsonian museum in New York. It’s one of their most treasured artifacts.

[@boyscoutmatt]

The flag at the Smithsonian did not fly during the battle.

[@pc2555]

@@boyscoutmatt I could look it up to confirm but I thought the flag at the Smithsonian was a larger flag that was raised near or at the end of the conflict to show the Brits they were not surrendering.

[@boyscoutmatt]

@@pc2555 The flag at the Smithsonian was raised after the battle was over, replacing the smaller storm flag that typically flew at night. This was the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key however.

[@kramermccabe8601]

Of all the treasures the Smithsonian has it is by far the most awe inspiring

[@boyscoutmatt]

@@kramermccabe8601 I agree.

[@george217]

"The Patriot" is set during the American Revolution. The battle of Fort McHenry was during the War of 1812 (Sometimes known as the Second American Revolution). The Flag is on display at the Smithsonian.

[@Karen-hc2rc]

GOD BLESS AMERICA!! HOME OF THE BRAVE!!

[@marenehanson5526]

The Star Spangled Banner by Chris Stapleton at the Super Bowl this year. Outstanding.

[@ryantannar5301]

The flag is an ideal. Yes it's a symbol of our government like it is in most places but it is so much more. The flag is more about the country we want to be than the country we are. I attribute that to the comparatively optimistic culture of the US compared to most countries.

[@greggwilliamson]

New sub!! I held off for awhile (5:05), but you had to bring up Time Team!! The tribute to Mick Aston was very emotional for me.

[@jonograhamreacts]

I cried to his tribute, he was one of my favorite members of time team. I watch an episode every night, it's like my evening ritual.

[@woodywoodman2319]

Having seen THAT flag in person... gives a Whole New Meaning to the word Freedom!!!

[@natashamurphy9736]

This story and song always get to me and brings tears to my eyes our flag will never touch ground RIP our great men of old and all military people who served and died for our freedom.

[@danielflynn8530]

Last of the Mohicans is my favorite movie about the early years of America. The French/ American war.

[@billallen4793]

D.D.L. is a incredible in that movie 🎬!..from Wyoming USA 🇺🇸 🤠

[@jenniferclark8051]

I’m sure in the comments it has been said. The American Flag is not only a symbol of freedom. It is the soul of the United States of America. It is treated with respect and responsibility. And it must never touch the ground even today

[@nonjones2513]

This is why we do NOT disrespect the flag. It has a proud history representing freedom from its inception. Too many men and women have lied down their lives in her defense. God Bless America.

[@kevinhayes1656]

In the United States, all federal facilities, have to have the United States flag flying during business hours

[@user-ow9qd5sq8q]

I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross!! We’ve always had our flag flying outside our home.

[@mitchellwaters0706]

Thank you for your respectful reaction..loved it..62 year old former marine from south carolina..

[@madewithloveandbutter5598]

This is such an awesome representation of our history! Thank you for your reaction!

[@HypnosisFairy]

That flag is in our museum. It’s totally shredded. It makes you cry

[@frand9174]

If you love historical documentaries as I do, get a copy of Ken Burns' "The Civil War". It was a 9 part series on PBS aired in 1990. It's total running time was 11.5 hours. It was so riveting, poignant, and emotional that I watched it during a rebroadcast marathon from start to finish. Its format included amazing photography and commentary by Shelby Foote, author of one of the best books about the American Civil War. Best of all was the inclusion of primary source materials from diaries and letters penned by soldier's and their families. The narration made the whole war come to life with the human emotions and grief on both sides of the conflict, with both North and South perspectives .While it's too long to react to, I think you'd really enjoy it for your own viewing.. Try to find a copy of this DVD.

[@williamshepherd1531]

He's right I never heard this this before. We were taught the Star-Spangled banner in history behind it. In 4th and 5th grade as American. Pretty much all American know the. The stories about 60% correct. I don't know why he had. Embellish it. And I've been to fort. And I've seen the Star-Spangled banner in the. Smithsonian. William s

[@conniewilkinson9347]

8:00 The admiral said, "Don't they understand this is an impossible situation?" Duh. We specialize in the impossible where our flag is concerned.

[@5retsam]

The flag at Fort Henry is in the Smithsonian American museum. He told the story colorfully, but that is the story of our national anthem. And is part of the tradition that no marine, sailor, or soldier will let the flag touch the ground.

[@Gashouse69]

You mentioned the movie The Patriot. Interesting enough, much of the movie was filmed in upstate SC very near me. The house the family lived in is an actual structure in historic Brattensville SC. The house and property were once owned by a promenint Dr. and can be visited and toured. In the movie a battle takes place in a field in front of the house. In reality the field sits behind the house and a two lane road is in the front. The field was super imposed to appear in front. Many of the wooded scenes were filmed in King's Mtn State and Federal park. The ocean front scenes were shot near Charleston SC.

[@Tee-cl6dc]

We Patriots think of all of our Veterans who have died to protect us and other's around the world. I shed tears everytime I hear my National Anthem ❤🇺🇲❤

[@debi444]

The film the Patriot was about the Revolutionary War this incident took place during the War of 1812.

[@user-vl4fx5wf1q]

I love your reactions and comments ❤

[@labgma1553]

They are trying to take this national anthem from us. Every person willing to take a knee when it plays or moves to eliminate or replace it with anything elsr should watch this to truly understand what this flag stands for.

[@allisondoe378]

Please remind your family and friends by having them watch this without distractions. Amazing!

[@susanconstable2113]

Most of us Americans are a little obsessed with our flag. We are so proud of that flag and what it stands for. It represents our people not just a government. This story is during the war of 1812. It may be a little off historically but it’s the basic reason. We will die on our feet before we live on our knees.

[@demonhunterfan08]

I watch all these reactions of the star spangled banner of everybody who reacts to it, and most people are so happy after watching it

[@kaida171]

Now that you've seen this, you need to find and read the poem My Name is Old Glory. It's a beautiful poem about our flag. They have a recitation of it at military retirements and sometimes funerals. Beautiful, and such a tear jerker.