Star Spangled Banner As You've Never Heard It! (EMOTIONAL!)

[@ghostpatriot4754]

This is spot on!! Respect!!! I am Black, American and a Soldier!!! PROUD!!!

[@patrickpendergast898]

The story of William billy Lee is awesome too. A true hero. George Washington needed fresh horses and billy rode with him throughout the war. That was 7 years of riding a horse everyday. Talk about determination and resilience

[@alyssayount2026]

Thank you for your service. My family appreciates you 🙏

[@sharonburcham66]

Thank you for your service!🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@amymichelle1916]

Thank you for your service!! 😊🇺🇸

[@gregpajari3284]

maybe go on to listen to the rest of the national anthem ...

[@darryl862]

Wow! This is amazing! As a black American who served in the Military seeing this makes me proud to be an American. I love my country! However, it is a shame that so many people take for granted how God has blessed us and how our kids are being taught to hate this blessed land. It we don't stand up and love our country we will loose it. Pray for our country, God Bless America!

[@aletaortez6959]

Thank you for your service. God Bless you and God Bless America 🙏🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸🙏

[@mutchheritage]

Amen

[@wilsonsarah4]

Thank you for your service!

[@1killacallie]

❤❤❤ God bless!!!

[@lisag1157]

Thank you and God bless you always for your service to this beautiful land! Dark days now, praying for America every day!

[@pupawheelie]

If the flag hit the ground, it would mean we surrendered. This is the reason you NEVER let the flag touch the ground. People fought and died for our freedom. I hope some day this will be sung in schools again. Our kids need to hear this video.

[@stoned-soup]

Amen...

[@pumpkin_it_slawson3588]

They don't sing or teach the star spangle banner in schools anymore !?!??!! Why. I know I hear they don't say the pledge of allegiance anymore I think because it has the word God in it but I'm not sure. All though elementary school we did this every morning ..every morning.

[@lordcommissar7813]

@@pumpkin_it_slawson3588 schools say it's racist so they don't sing it anymore. It's liberal brainwashing

[@warriorspatriotsknights7283]

The point is we stand and die on our feet not on our knees an 100s of Patriots die held the flag up for a day an night the truth is yes that flag went dawn doing every hit but because so much smoke the British did not see after the smoke clear the flag was being hold up by 20 or 30 men but I think of 24hours over 100 men die all holding that flag until there was dead.. So never kneel against that flag or your jusy Surender that FLAG to all that hate an your not a American Patriort. It's nice I bet if someone could show this True HISTORY about our National American Anthem history I bet those that Thart so bad about our nation or was the Wones that kneel against the flag will be so move an will never allow that FLAG to fall an will stand proudly an as American Patriots will stand for this Nation FIRST an now know the truth will be change for ever.. I wish in a baseball game or football or NASCAR or Hockey game or a event is happing with so many people to have this story live an I know all would just stop doing what ever an watch this in silent an I bet when all is hearing this first time will start tearing up then in the end when it's singing comes on I bet u will see all American PATRIOTS rise an Stand up Proud just listing the song I bet then all that will change how they feel about this nation an be truly American Citzens Patriots and be proud to be it... GOD BLIST THIS NATION AGAIN..

[@CDRhammond]

During the Obama admin it was starting to get bad. I was mentoring high school students that were having difficulty in school during my limited time off and some of those teachers in my old high school tried blocking me from entering the school not because I might be a security risk but because they had issue with my USN dress blue and summer working white uniform worn by all officers in the USN today.

[@Lemons2Lemonade2.0]

Now I understand why we try so hard to not let the flag touch the ground. Because these patriots held it up all night. Thank you for sharing. God bless the USA! 🇺🇸

[@maggieanne5340]

Gentlemen this story is very true. It happened during the War of 1812. It is well documented. The actual flag is under glass on display. It's HUGE! Many of our anthems and hymns are written from personal experiences. They give tours of the Fort McHenry where this battle took place. It is very true. Sadly, hardly any of our American history is taught accurately in our schools. You should check out pictures on line of this Fort and the flag. 😊

[@carolboe4179]

Go to the Smithsonian and see the flag. It was one of the incredible times of my life. Don't take anyone's word for it. Learn history. Not just what the left has been telling you for years, then make your own decisions on what you take the time to know for yourselves.

[@MargaretCutt-um8iq]

it was actually a poem that he wrote. We took the words and put it to music. personally, my favorite verse is the last. we have a lot of faults in this country but we have a lot of good, too....And we have shared it with other countries.

[@user-ui6dk7sv6u]

These guys need to pay attention. This is real.

[@sirellyn]

Are there any other REALLY inspiring true stories of American history like that. I'd like very specific examples, like the Alamo.

[@Nomad-vv1gk]

This story as told is pure Bullfeathers. The battle happened, but the rest of what this wight-wing white nationalist minister doing the narration is pure lies. Washing ton never spoke that quote, a Mexican did, and it had nothing to do with the USA, and there were no women and children in Fort McHenry.

[@canadiangirl5159]

All the tears at the Super Bowl, while Chris Stapleton sang this song, are from the heart. Freedom isn't Free. Canadians are learning this the hard way.

[@malorymckee3316]

Praying for Canada!

[@stevenlavoie8897]

Agreed my 🇨🇦 as blood from the convoy front last year .... now the battle is everywhere and no vote will save us

[@juliegouker4946]

We are praying for our brothers in the North. Freedom is a hard fight and we the people are with you.

[@LadyofFe]

🙏

[@paigegee5921]

This is the truth fellas. Granddaughter of a veteran, daughter of a veteran, sister of a veteran and wife of a veteran. Proud American, lover of the flag, lover of my country. Keep learning guys knowledge is power. Good reaction.

[@uncletoy774]

@Paige Gee your lineage is very long and strong mine is similar. grandson, son, nephew, cousin, father and uncle. i am also a veteran myself. my daughter and youngest nephew both joined the US ARMY last october. tell your family thank you for their many years of service

[@judyhall2291]

History is dramatic 🙄 sadly is does repeat itself if not acknowledged

[@thomsmith6987]

Proud Grandson, Son, Nephew, brother, cousin, and uncle here!! Also distant relative of a US President and Confederate General.

[@uncletoy774]

@@thomsmith6987 nice i beat you by one (father) lol. wow how did you pull off us pres and confederate gen

[@paigegee5921]

@uncletoy please extend my gratitude to you and yours for all you do/did. And thank you for your love of our country and to help lay the very blanket of freedom that so many take for granted.

[@staceyrobinson771]

Yes. It happened. As an Aussie I love this story ❤️‍🔥 Godspeed America 🇺🇸 ❤

[@sunflower8035]

Thank you 🇦🇺❤ #Trump2024🇺🇸

[@ChuckDebWood]

I’m a 63 year old white guy who served our country for 29 years in the Army. Quite frankly, with the direction our country has been going, I’ve wondered why I served at all. You guys give me hope! Keep learning and keep up the good work!

[@Sherlock4Sure]

Thank you for your service! God bless you and God bless America! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@veggiesarefruits]

You served for GREAT reasons. I still have my freedom today because of men like you. We need a strong military today in order to protect those freedoms that especially the younger generation doesn't respect, or value. You never know what you have until it's gone, after all. And we will NOT let it go! The American people will fight, even if it means fighting our own government and military. That's why we have our 2A right. As the government becomes more and more tyrannical, we value our 2nd Amendment even more.

[@evie0141]

God bless you sir, thank you for our freedoms.

[@queenlori7426]

God bless you and thank you for your service!!

[@judithocasio3367]

You served our country, how dare you. You have a country because these man gave their lives to make sure that flag did not touch the ground because they knew what that would mean. I come from a military family. Shame on you. 😥😥😥😥😥😥

[@umecha1020]

This is why you always STAND during the song and never.....ever.....let that flag hit the ground to this day.

[@happygus1304]

Yeah but then you have some people that don't stand which disappoints me

[@justinjbonesstatler2276]

@@happygus1304 Its their right, lets ask why they dont want to stand, and maybe have a discussion about it. So that they too can be proud of being an American.

[@happygus1304]

@@justinjbonesstatler2276 No i don`t care what they`re excuse is you always stand during the national anthem unless you physically can`t

[@LesaAnne]

@@justinjbonesstatler2276It’s just manipulation and sheep herding

[@Ginga70x7]

I’m Canadian. Every time I watch this I get emotional and weep.😢 I hope y’all really appreciate what you have. We used to have our freedom too but are quickly losing it. God bless you guys. Love your show by the way.❤

[@curtiswilson3569]

I am watching and praying for y’all. I have a ton of Canadian family who are equally worried.

[@me-pm6mx]

I feel your pain. Plain and simple, vote Justin Trudeau out. He is not good for Canada or its people.

[@ladycourttales2720]

We are praying for you and all across the world in these times. I will stand and not kneel for the future of our children. I made my stand three years ago. I understand the possible cost. We are at war with the ones who were supposed to represent us. Prayers to all.

[@1-God1-Truth1-Life1-Forever]

It's breaking my heart, seeing what's happening to you and knowing it's coming for us. Many Prayers

[@Unhyphenated]

My heart breaks as I watch what is happening to Canada and sadly America is not that far behind.

[@markmillers4491]

Kneeling to disrespect the flag is beyond insulting to the memory and history of those who gave us our freedom and independence.

[@SamanthaGunn500]

It is ignorant fools who know nothing about this Country and how hard it was to be free, that squat like idiots when our flag is flown and honored. I throw up in my mouth everytime I see such ignorance.

[@newinrc]

It is because of honor, integrity, freedom, and self determination that you can kneel and still not be disrespectful!

[@LesaAnne]

@@newinrcno

[@PhantomFreeze08]

Rather die on our feet than serve on our knees. That’s why you dont kneel

[@sarcazen3171]

I disagree, and so does anyone that kneels or genuflects to anything. It is a respectful gesture and a plea to the brothers and sisters of America to be seen. I think its a beautiful American act, and I SEE IT. No one chose to turn their back, they chose to kneel. If it is a call to defend the certain and unalienable rights, then we need to answer that call.

[@emptynestmom1479]

I'm 50, we were taught this in history class. It is indeed true. It's sad that they don't teach this anymore.

[@GUNNER67akaKelt]

Very sad.

[@blueeyeditalianprincess691]

well we wouldn't want to offend anyone by teaching them the truth about why they are free now, would we? It's why they don't teach cursive anymore. Eventually, no one will be able to read the constitution. Teach your kids cursive!!!

[@2afreedom60]

I shared this on Facebook years ago. I was put in fb jail for misinformation. Lmfao. I deleted Facebook immediately. Never looked back. Loving real life.

[@roseannamanues2111]

I was taught it in 1999 in my Civics class. During my state shutdown I taught my eldest about it.

[@louieflash7190]

Yes years ago this was taught in schools. Now they replace this lesson with Drag Shows.

[@shelbyjacquin8252]

I had an ancestor that died at Fort Henry so I've done a great deal of research on the battle itself. This is true, though dramatized.

[@robertphelps1574]

It’s Ft McHenry not Ft Henry

[@strongmermaid4651]

Funny I have documents on my family fought in civil war. Even the fluit that 4x great uncle played

[@WolfLove89]

​@@robertphelps1574 War of 1812 and it didn't happen

[@JaneReRe]

Wow! 🇺🇲❤🇺🇲

[@judymiele5392]

Funny they no longer even teach any of this in NEW ENGLAND Schools and have not for over 30 years, ironic .... wonder why.....

[@mikalabaker6110]

Makes me cry every time! As an immigrant & US Army Veteran I couldn't be prouder to be American! 🇺🇸 ❤️

[@howlinallen7720]

God Bless you and god bless America! Thank you for your service 🇺🇸

[@sunflower8035]

Thank you for your service, Sir 🫡❤️🇺🇸 And an immigrant that contributes & assimilates. You are an AMERICAN. #Trump2024🇺🇸

[@TanyaField]

Thank you for your service

[@HartfordCT860]

thank you for your service Sir

[@andrewscott6677]

Welcome to our country and thank you very much for defending our country and yours as well.

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

I was an ignorent foreigner that found it weird that you pledge allegiance to a flag a piece of fabric. Untill i saw this and i understood the meaning of why the flag was so important. It was standing up for something you believe in no matter the cost and that is honorable and eventhough i'm not american this gets me every time i see this God bless.

[@ChanelStuff]

Thank you! Other countries see us as prideful but there is a reason for it. We are the freest nation in the world and the most diverse.

[@bf5175]

Unfortunately this video is propaganda and not history. Only 4 people died at the fort. There was no pile of bodies holding up the flag. Also, Washington never said anything about the "American Christian would rather die on his feet than live on his knees." There's nothing patriotic about spreading, or believing, lies. Please get your history from reputable sources and not from KZbin. KZbin is where intelligence goes to die.

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

@@bf5175 “I'll die on my feet before I'll live on my knees!” - George Washington (*often attributed to Washington, but cannot be confirmed.) and what if he is not the one that said this first, the meaning is more important. So Thomas Sowell is also lying about slavery that started by Africans...can you stop lecturing me about what i should believe....i'm an adult not a child.

[@brynneholt1990]

@I’ve got questions - that’s the definition of ignorance. And it’s still ridiculous to pledge allegiance to a piece of fabric, especially when you claim to be of a judeo-Christian faith, where practicing idolatry is frowned upon.

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

@@brynneholt1990 how i see it now is that the flag stands for a free America where God is leading and the rights that God gave the Americans is symbolically connected to that flag. So what's the fuss.

[@dawntextor8170]

I come from a family full of veterans. You never let the flag touch the ground for this reason. We're stand in our livingroom or wherever we are when this song plays. Respect it!

[@gregpajari3284]

do you know ow all the words to the song?

[@gregpajari3284]

the full song?

[@paulpayne3415]

Amen to that!

[@MockingBirdCanta]

@@gregpajari3284 Yea, I know all the words to the song. I also know that they are misinterpreted today to ad to the racial hate that is being pushed in this country.

[@fookorf]

Family of imperialist murderers you mean...

[@ACNelson-officialchannel]

Watching all of you at the end, singing the National Anthem and putting your hands over your hearts, made me so happy that it brought tears to my eyes. Keep up the great content, and God bless you all. 🙏✝️🇺🇸

[@sandranorris8542]

My dad as a 21 yr old Marine watched that flag go up on Mt. Suribachi and even as an old man he would struggle to his feet when this song played. God bless you young men for playing this.

[@jonathanctay7422]

Wow. Much respect for your dad. May his legacy be remembered forever.

[@fritzzwickey]

Reminds me of bob Dole at ghwb funeral standing an saluting his casket just the outmost respect

[@curtisterry8258]

"He would rather die on his feet than live on his knees"❤😮 💯

[@WalkwYah]

We*

[@curtisterry8258]

@@WalkwYah no, it's he. When George Washington made that statement, he was referring to the difference between the colonists and the British

[@tswitch86]

As an army veteran I am so proud of you men and relieved that people can still be patriotic. God bless america! We are ALL Americans!

[@barrygolden9823]

A sincere thank you for your service and sacrifice!!!

[@vasylhorodetskyy8876]

THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

[@wilsonsarah4]

Thank you for your service!

[@123it15me]

First, Thank You for your service. Real men love, respect and serve. ❤🇺🇸🫡 Why are you proud of these men? They started off listening, then became disruptive, disrespectful and disappointing. They have acted like juvenile delequents in the 10th grade. Through to the end. 😞❤🇺🇸

[@Bramble.cottage.witchery]

You guys singing together brought tears to my eyes. United we stand 🇺🇸

[@HueMongussD]

I sensed a bit of sarcasm

[@justinjbonesstatler2276]

@@HueMongussD Why? Because they were smiling?

[@fairebianca]

This goes back to the War of 1812, when we were fighting the British. Francis Scott Key wrote it as a poem first. Written on the back of an envelope as he watched the bombing of Ft. McHenry by British ships. It became known as The Battle of Baltimore. The flag in the song is the flag that flew over Ft. McHenry, and it was still standing after the battle was over and the British retreated. Every elementary school kid in Baltimore has been to Ft. McHenry on a school trip. It's a National Monument and Historic Site now, and you can still visit.

[@chuck4tnvols681]

This was 2nd round of invasion of colonies by the British,we ran the British off in Revolutionary war,they came back to attack the colonies again in 1812,burned the White House down,and as in the Revolutionary War we prevailed again.God Bless America!!!

[@Webber105]

​@Chuck4TNvols actually the British were retaliating after American forces stormed across your border to the north with British North America. Your Gov declared war against Britain to stop the impressment of US sailors into the British navy and to stop the naval blockade of American shipments to France. The burning of your White House and Atlanta was in direct response to the burning of Niagara and York in Upper Canada. American ass was kicked from the northern border down to Atlanta and the British were not stopped until the battle of New Orleans. By that time a peace treaty had already been signed. God bless the greatest country of all time. Your country of America from a Canadian who loves the USA!!

[@chuck4tnvols681]

@@Webber105 First off,you need a history lesson on the cause for the War of 1812.The two leading causes of the war were the British Orders-in-Council, which limited American trade with Europe, and impressment, the Royal Navy's practice of taking seamen from American merchant vessels to fill out the crews of its own chronically undermanned warships.We didn't have a Governor,we had a President of our United States.same as we do now,and on June 17, 1812, the Senate approved a House-passed resolution declaring war with Great Britain, with three amendments, by a vote of 19-13. President James Madison signed it into law the following day.The British were seizing merchant ships,that is one of the aggressions which resulted in the act of war declared by our Senate and signed by the the President and on December 24, 1814, the Treaty of Ghent officially ended the War of 1812, but the delayed news couldn't stop nearly 1,000 British troops from being killed at the Battle of New Orleans.We declared war for good reason and it was mainly the aggression their massive Navy that even gave reason for the war.The burning of Atlanta never happened in the war of 1812,it was burned down duiring the Civil War in 1864 after the Union had pretty much cut off all the South's supply line and had basically won the war,still decided to burn or destroy everything from Atlanta to Savannah.The Union victory in the largest battle of the Atlanta Campaign led to the capture of that critical Confederate city and opened the door for Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman's most famous operation-the March to the Sea and the capture of Savannah.This is all history,good with the bad,no one now is to blame for our ancestors decisions.What makes the USA so great is the fact we won't take any nonsense or aggression from anyone,that is the only thing that all Americans have in common with our fore fathers.God Bless The USA!

[@hairstoyou7248]

It's why trump had a speech there during the 2020 election

[@HaHaHaYouFool9439]

Makes a difference when you know the story. Now you guys feel it in your heart when you sing or hear it. That feeling is called patriotism boys. Keep it in your heart and mind always.

[@pudgytodd-gt6yo]

I can't count how many times I've given this speach, and every time the audience was moved to tears. God bless the USA!!!

[@eudo1898]

I am not an American but a Caribbean brother. Every time I hear this song it bring tears to my eyes having understood the history behind the song.. Oh what sacrifice and devotion for ones country, America!!!!

[@powerbadpowerbad]

Yeah,I didn't know the history behind the flag either.This story would me in tears tho.

[@maiingan07]

@@powerbadpowerbad - I learned this in school over and over again throughout the years. It shocks me that there are so many Americans who have never learned the history of our American flag and so many of our battles and wars. It just blows me away. I must be old or something, or just got lucky with where I went to school. I’m like you though, I don’t know how many times in my life I’ve felt tears flow freely and quietly when I heard our National Anthem at sports games. I seem to connect this song with baseball and hockey, not so much football, but then that just shows my interest and geographical areas of where I lived. And I still put my hand to my heart and make sure I’m not wearing a hat no matter where I am when I hear it. Be well, and thank you for taking the time to learn the history of our Star Spangled Banner. You’re definitely one I would want to shake their hand. Stay smiling, and hold strong.

[@medec602]

Thank you for the statement! Where you from?

[@roseannamanues2111]

I taught it to my eldest during our state's shutdown. I learned about it during my Civics class she was a wonderful teacher. It was a requirement for us to enter high-school.

[@janetwhite7786]

I, too, cry. I read 10 years ago they isolated a gene for patriotism. I know i got it. Sounds like you did, too, my brother in freedom.

[@marystanneart]

Gentlemen you lightened the heart of a little old lady. My family fought over 200 years ago in the battles founded our country. Thank you.

[@XDoggX]

I am a 45 year old white American, Father, Husband, friend, and Patriot, my heart goes out to you awesome men, living the REAL American dream, learning for yourselves, and not letting politicians control what you think, what to do and what to feel. I and my family love you guys...you all are awesome American Patriots

[@SamWayne85]

In the USMC, over the 8 years I spent in active duty, we were trained to have the utmost respect for that flag. Always rendering a salute, never allowing the colors to touch the ground and presenting all fallen veterans' families with a folded flag for the service their loved one paid to their country. Amazing how much disrespect is shown to that flag. To all my patriots who still stand with their hand over their hearts when this song is played and to all my fellow Marines, Semper Fi.

[@amandaforsythe3729]

Thank you for your service. Salute!

[@rayspeakmon2954]

Semper Fi, Devil Dog.

[@SamWayne85]

@@amandaforsythe3729 thank you!

[@SamWayne85]

@@rayspeakmon2954 rahhhhhh

[@dcc6196]

Thanks for your services. Salute 🫡🫡🫡 !

[@ellat2302]

true story my grandfather told all of us and those who would listen. It was dramatic, for life for freedom! Proud! Thank you for showing!🙏💪You all singing at the end really got me🥹😊

[@gigih.hammer306]

My American military husband brought me to America. I didn't speak English, but in time I taught myself. When I understood the words to the American Anthem, I cried over the bravery of those patriots. Knowing they would get killed holding the Flag up, they help it up proudly. They had no desire to live under British rule. The courage it took made me cry. I still cry every time I heat it. I hold my right hand over my heart and cry. To me it's the most beautiful song. I salute all military personal past and present. Thank you America for allowing me to live here in this awesome country. God bless America and my homeland Germany. I will always respect the Flag and the American law. I'm a proud Texan now.

[@itmademesignup9508]

Welcome, we're glad to have you! All the best to you and your husband!

[@GingerGuy93]

You and my aunt have basically the same coming to America backstory. My Uncle a US Marine met his wife a Korean woman while on his way back to the United States from a tour in Vietnam as a Force Recon Marine and on his stop in Korea he saw this beautiful young 19 year old girl and he was 21 and he fell in love lol. They married and he promised her he would come back to get her and she believed him and he kept his word. When he returned however long it was they married and came back to America and they’ve been married to this day. She learned to speak English and she became a citizen and my aunt is the funniest person you will ever meet and she was so proud when she became a United States Citizen. God Bless you and your true patriotic American husband and thank you for his service to the greatest nation on the planet! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Joyc1956]

I’m a Texan also my great grandparents came from Germany.

[@kerrikolby6124]

❤️💕❤️

[@gigih.hammer306]

@@Joyc1956 Hi Joyc1956. Do you speak German? I consider myself a Texan now. Lived here for quite some time. Texas has always been good to me. The people here are so friendly and helpful. I don't have one bad word about Texas.

[@enderwiggin5572]

THIS is why you never let an American flag touch the ground!

[@dylanmurphy9389]

Because you burn it before it touches the ground

[@rukus9585]

​@@dylanmurphy9389 usually after. If it touches ground, it's tainted, and must be disposed of by fire.

[@vedicardi]

Yea because of a song lmao

[@enderwiggin5572]

@@vedicardi no not because of a song! Because of the sacrifice of those that died to keep that flag in the air, off of the ground!

[@vedicardi]

@@enderwiggin5572 i do hope you know this story is complete bullshit. the flag had nothing to do with the battle, all this "if they take down the flag" crap is a complete fabrication. not only that but there was only one prisoner on the ship with key, a man who key was there to negotiate release (and did so successfully). idk where the "narrator" of this is getting his facts but the flag had nothing to do with the battle. moreover the flag that was being flown during the battle and the one rose in the morning were completely different flags. a single google search will tell you this. the idea that is was the same flag flown during the battle is a stunning inaccuracy only repeated by people wanting to storm up some bullshit patriotic fervor.

[@sandraturner4539]

This 71 year old Granny loves watching you guys. Thank you

[@bradlindsey5056]

This is about more than patriotism... this song, this so-called American spirit, is about freedom. It is a testament and an expression of respect and solidarity to all who would rather die on their feet than live on their knees. Thank you for your reaction, guys. Peace, love and respect from the Great State of Texas!

[@marylande5097]

Loved you guys all singing the “National Anthem” all together. Love you guys! Peace & love. 🇺🇸

[@sharonhamilton1448]

I adore you five and the people who raised you. And for the truth you SEEK. Your hearts are so PURE and you 5 are SO GOOD! I thank GOD for you 5.

[@angelbouchoux8405]

I am 51 and learned this in American history as a kid. It actually happened. We learned how the song was written after this also. It is 💯. That is why we stand for our pledge and cover our hearts to recite it, why we sing our anthem and why our flag is to NEVER touch the ground. Those people died for freedom from oppression; religious and otherwise. We stood together as a nation. In these times, we really need that again, not to be divided. I wish people could wake up and see that. Everyone deserves to be equal, healthy and happy.

[@thepassportvisacompany9062]

You guys put a huge smile on my face when you put your hand on your heart & started singing along. Love your smiles & patriotism & respect.

[@HollerMa71]

Yes, the story is true! I actually wrote a term paper about it for American History. A lot of people now point to the 2nd verse where he mentions slaves. But you have to know your history! He wasn't talked about ACTUAL slaves, as many of them were fighting for the US also. He was calling the citizens who were loyal to England "slaves". Because they preferred to be ruled by a King than to be free! I actually get emotional every time that I hear this song. So glad that y'all took the time to learn the REAL meaning of the words! And you're right, it will hit different now❤❤

[@sirtigalotwolfe2962]

Bingo, same as I learned it.... Hat Tip!!!

[@str8cloud]

I am well-versed in its history and lyrics. The third verse of the anthem contains lyrics that have been interpreted as alluding to slavery: "And where is that band who so vauntingly swore, That the havoc of war and the battle's confusion A home and a Country should leave us no more? Their blood has washed out their foul footstep's pollution. No refuge could save the hireling and slave From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave, And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave." The phrase "the hireling and slave" is believed by some historians to refer to the British use of African American slaves as soldiers during the War of 1812. The British forces offered freedom to slaves who joined their ranks, which was a common practice by the British at the time. This offer led to tensions and concerns among American slave owners, who feared that their slaves might join the British forces. Wish they would have won then no ignorant negroes

[@darnell49]

The Star Spangled Banner was written here in Bmore. I grew up about 10 minutes from Ft. McHenry. So I've heard this story so many times in school and on field trips to Ft. McHenry. This story is real although dramaticized. The flag kept flying because people were holding it up and kept it up dead and all lots of blacks. It is still there now.

[@MrVvulf]

75% of this story is so fictionalized as to be unrecognizable to real historians. Much of it never happened at all, especially the most dramatic parts of the story.

[@JayBee-JB69]

@@MrVvulf It's kinda the same about this 'woke' agenda to kneel on one knee when this song plays at events. Their 'story' to justify such action is so fictionalized as to be unrecognizable to real historians.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Me too dude, Highland Town

[@britt210]

stop it. Black people have been living on their knees, since the end of the Civil Rights era. I know you think you are strong in the mind. but these people were strong strong back in the day, and they were willing to die for what they believed in. black people on the other hand Want others to die, to save them. that's just the truth. in fact, you're still on your knees today Kaepernick taught you well.

[@itachileesan]

@@MrVvulf source? I made it up lol

[@eddie2927]

This is how it happened, I'm sure there is some dramatic flair but the facts are here. Once you dedicate yourself to something bigger than oneself, it is easier to understand caring more about patriotism than oneself. I am a an American, a soldier, and like Fredrick Douglass, I love the country despite it imperfections and continue to work toward a more perfect union! Love this video.

[@donna0neese486]

Thank you guys for educating some people that really don't understand why we stand and Honor our American Flag. 🇺🇸

[@opalblack879]

Perfectly said. It’s so sad to see young people to hate our country and not think twice. The education system has failed students.

[@williammesar7898]

This story needs to be put out to more and more people to see.

[@jenniez80]

The first medal of honor was awarded to a black soldier who kept the flag from hitting the ground

[@johnfriday5169]

I thank those brave men for their sacrifice so that I could be born free.

[@cloudninetherapeutics7787]

Memorial Day. Remember the fallen who fought for freedom with their very last breath. God bless America. God bless our troops and veterans.❤🙏

[@encpirate5809]

The Story is very Real and documented. Thanks guys for playing the story. Every American needs to know how the Star Bangled Banner came to be.. Y’all’s videos like this are helping our country more than you know. Keep up the good work guys!!

[@devon_morgan]

This story is a tear jerker, thanks for sharing it!! ✌️💚🇺🇸

[@steelpoke8751]

The Anthem has 4 stanzas. Here is the whole song: Oh, say can you see by the dawn’s early light What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming? Whose broad stripes and bright stars thru the perilous fight, O’er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming? And the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave? On the shore, dimly seen through the mists of the deep, Where the foe’s haughty host in dread silence reposes, What is that which the breeze, o’er the towering steep, As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses? Now it catches the gleam of the morning’s first beam, In full glory reflected now shines in the stream: ‘Tis the star-spangled banner! Oh long may it wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave! And where is that band who so vauntingly swore That the havoc of war and the battle’s confusion, A home and a country should leave us no more! Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps’ pollution. No refuge could save the hireling and slave From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave: And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave! Oh! thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand Between their loved home and the war’s desolation! Blest with victory and peace, may the heav’n rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation. Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto: “In God is our trust.” And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!

[@dayvonlouis5187]

The funny thing is most don’t even know this both this and lift every voice and sing in my experience don’t even know there’s more to it or ever heard it till I played it for them.

[@deborahhill-brownscales3552]

Respect and Honor, should always be given because Freedom lsn’t Free

[@williammesar7898]

Who is this that knows the Star-Spangle banner so well?

[@kathrynb4683]

Thank you!!!!

[@BabyGrlTina34]

@CartierFamily *Y'all looked SO PROUD when you started singing!* 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸 Francis Scott Key was the attorney who was allowed to negotiate for the trade of prisoners and wrote this during/after all that went down. Thank you for choosing this one & sharing your thoughts with us! God bless you Guys!!❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mandriamontgomery8968]

Francis Scott Key was a Racist Slave owner who hated Black people! Look it up.

[@christinepagsanhan1246]

I bet you will never feel the same Everytime you sing this song. Thank you.

[@rickadams1881]

WBoy 65 here, just watched this! Again I'm proud of you guys! Lots of folks gave their very lives for our flag, it should always be respected. America is the land of the free because of the brave! Thank you for telling folks. Had me in tears. God Bless America. Trump 2024!!!

[@glynnisthomas9165]

Thank you guys. I love you my fellow American Patriots. God bless you men. In Christ Jesus name.

[@rayspeakmon2954]

You gentlemen are such a blessing to me! Thank you, Lord Jesus, for these men of honor!

[@sallytanner4755]

I can't stop smiling as I'm watching these guys feel moved by the sentiment of this song. So beautiful.

[@A20-w8l]

Love this reaction video to the ultimate underdog story. They went up against an empire, impossible odds, and won. That's why I know we can reclaim our sovereignty from crooks and traitors in these crazy times. I came to USA as a refugee and have been a citizen for 25 years. Thank you for your hospitality America! Great job guys!

[@kerrycronin3581]

Listen to the words of the Star Spangled Banner and think of the story. It was written at this time. The words came from somewhere. It was a true story. Also thank you to the gentleman who removed his cap, at least for a moment. It is respectful to do so. As is standing and putting a hand over your heart.

[@margaretgrady9836]

Thank you for showing the history of the flag. Freedom is not free. So many have died for it. We need to stand together to keep our freedom.

[@michaelb.3982]

They laughed at it..they were very disrespectful and stupid..

[@bobbimccain2385]

At least they became more respectful after the story deepened.. Freedom is NEVER free……these patriots gave their lives to keep America free. To keep it free so that losers like Brittany Griner feels the need to ask for it not be played at sport events…and Kapernick would not stand for the anthem, instead kneeling. Question is should they be allowed to represent America in sports at home & abroad?😡

[@sixslinger9951]

@@michaelb.3982 yep, people praising them for this video when they were disrespecting the narrative the whole time. pathetic!

[@Mallard942]

​@@michaelb.3982 They've been taught that perspective, it's not their fault. They've also been taught that this isn't their history, but rather white history, so they don't fully appreciate it as Americans. Give them some time and encouragement.

[@michaelb.3982]

@Adam Mian too bad, they don't have anywhere better to live..they seem confused and ungrateful to me..

[@toodlescae]

This video always makes me cry. Two of my ancestors gave their lives for our freedom at The Battle of Cowpens during the Revolutionary War. My mom's oldest brother gave his life in Korea. Freedom isn't free. It's cost a lot of lives over the years.

[@sunshynff]

Too bad we have so little here in the U.S. You do realize that the above video is almost completely made up, and that it's not the Revolutionary War that is going on, it's 22yrs later.

[@bootszantua8682]

And still is...God bless!

[@sachamo100]

Love you guys! God bless America!

[@kemischaanderson9176]

Yes, it is a true event, although it is told in a hyperbolic way. My husband is a veteran, and that flag stands for the life that were and still are sacrificed to keep our way of life here in the United States.

[@SecondsOfAnOrdinaryLife]

As a Marylander, I love to tell people that Fort McHenry still stands to this day. It's a National Monument in the NPS and an American Flag still waves high above it. Francis Scott Key was indeed a lawyer in Maryland during the war of 1812 (I live in the town that he's from) and because it is a true story, you can also see the actual Star Spangle Banner Flag at the Smithsonian museum in DC.

[@ds-zd9qz]

lol remember Francis scott key mall?

[@SecondsOfAnOrdinaryLife]

@@ds-zd9qz Haha, yep, still there btw

[@75colstonb]

Oh wow! Would love to see the actual flag. What a piece of history.

[@thamertanner5448]

@@75colstonb There are videos online of the restoration work that was done, it's fascinating. Really hard to wrap your head around how big it is without seeing it. And what's left is not even the full flag, many parts were cut up and given away as gifts while the flag was in private ownership.

[@nicholelynn85]

I live in Md and my aunt worked at the gift shop for over 40 years at fort McHenry

[@JipseeGirl]

Hopefully enough time has passed since you posted this that you appreciate this story for what it is. I know you have all grown into proud Americans. God Bless

[@crbr1432000]

I am so proud to be an American and most people don't even know what our flag truly represents. I am also a veteran and know the lives that were given for our freedom. I hear so many people complain about our country and my advice to them would be to find another country to live if you're not happy.

[@madgen2699]

If you guys don’t know the history don’t make fun of it please. This is a very true story he’s just trying to make it interesting so more people will listen and not skip it Because it’s important 🇺🇸. God Bless America 🇺🇸

[@barbaramanix1705]

So proud of you wonderful young men. God Bless!!!!!

[@athenawiltfong5717]

As a kid, I just went through the motions when I heard our National Anthem. Didn't think much about it, even after learning my dad served with honor during Vietnam. It wasn't until I graduated high school and began my enlistment 12 days later that the National Anthem took on an entirely different meaning for me. I served 8 years, from 1993 to 2001 and since then, everyday of my adult life, I have a flag flying and at noon, I play the Star Spangled Banner. People nowadays have no clue what the song and flag mean to this country and specifically to the folks who served in our Great Military. I appreciate you youngins taking the time to listen to the story and show the respect it deserves. With as many folks that y'all have subscribed to your channel, maybe it can spread the kind of patriotism this country so desperately needs.

[@sunflower8035]

Thank you for your service, 🫡❤️🇺🇸 #Trump2024🇺🇸

[@rohanidaisingh7682]

Never heard it said like that before, it gives me the chills. How can any one doubt that the prayers of those men move the Hand of God to Protect. Thanks guys❤️ it

[@renee8437]

Francis Scott Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner. The story is absolutely true. This is why our country is the greatest country in world. We will never stand down. We will fight till the death. Let Freedom Ring!

[@Thanos1908]

Absolute bullshit is what it is. It takes a special kind of gullible person to think that the US side had info on what the English were saying and thinking...about a flag.

[@wolfganghumboldt4830]

It isnt true though. Not this version of the story. This version is a myth. At least 80% of what is said here is made up. The lawyer got on the boat to make a deal, battle happened, he saw the flag after battle and it touched him. All the rest is completely made up. It is sad people have to invent extra shit to make it sound more amazing than it is.

[@MoMoMyPup10]

Yes, it's in the video right up there. Check it out.

[@TheRedStateBlue]

this story is a work of fiction. key was in baltimore to secure the release of a single civilian prisoner, not a bunch of soldiers. he wasn't on a british ship during the bombardment. you need to do better historical research.

[@kellyanderson7624]

@@TheRedStateBlue YOU need to do research. They aren't going to lie about how the National Anthem was written smh

[@SuraceNan]

You guys rock! I am glad you had an opportunity to hear the story. Respect

[@spiralrose]

To be fair, way back then people were more willing to give their lives for a cause because they felt it was an honor to die giving other men hope. I can easily believe that men died holding up that flag. Today it might not happen because men don’t think the way we thought hundreds of years ago….. we worry about things that effect individuals feelings about THEMSELVES not things that effect all individuals AS A GROUP as well as individuals in generations to come. Back then, men died for freedom instead of a paycheck. These men LITERALLY died to keep that flag going. This is ALSO WHY we have a tradition that the American flag must never touch the ground.

[@jamesfrost7465]

Thanks guys. It's good to be a Patriot, United we stand. FOREVER

[@donnaallbritton4539]

As long as the flag was still up, there was HOPE for FREEDOM!

[@pamjarrett-s9s]

That’s our National Anthem. Thank you for showing this. First time I have seen it. Lots of controversy with this song last year with the sports players not respecting this and kneeling . I was so proud to hear Chris Stapleton sing it with his soulful voice at the Super Bowl and everyone stood and showed the respect we always should. Some even cried.

[@PSALM5161]

Thanks for sharing guys. We need to get back to loving God and our County again 🙏 ❤.

[@NA1L3D]

This was one of the most important moments in human history. Glad y'all came to an understanding of the true meaning of the song and what it represents. #props

[@65sheilakay]

This is a true story. They gave their lives for our freedom❤

[@sandydelatorre1000]

Thank you! This was awesome!🇺🇸

[@susanconstable2113]

I grew up saying the pledge of allegiance every morning in school. Every time I hear our national anthem I get that weird feeling in my chest of pride for our country. We may seem divided lately but we are strong together. Our history may not all be grand but I think those terrible things made us a very diverse country culturally and I wouldnt change a thing if it meant changing how diverse our people are.

[@mattncicistout3115]

@Susan Constable. Well said! Amen!!

[@sunshynff]

Here's a napkin you got a little white privilege on your shirt there.

[@kathymarie3723]

The greatest country in earth and all who live in this great country should be honored because you are truly blessed.

[@midwestribeye7820]

Crying...I love my country and all it's people. ❤🇺🇸

[@LostInIce4]

You guys gave me chills and hope. We The People! Much love!

[@ugaais]

Welcome to the feeling that patriots around this country feel every time we hear the Anthem….I’m 52 and in my house everyone stands when it’s played during an event…I was so proud when I was in another part of the house and I walked into the living room and my daughter who was about ten at the time was by herself and she was standing with her hand over her heart because they were playing it before a sporting event she was watching, I stood next to her doing the same when the Anthem ended I said to her I love you,I’m proud of what you did, and don’t let anyone ever tell you that’s not what is to be done, she said she wouldn’t and we enjoyed the game…

[@IvetteCalhoun]

Thanks to all the military who gave their lives for our freedom.

[@pattybickham5138]

This is a True story according his diaries that you can find at the national archives. But I love hearing your different opinions. You guys are great young men. You all need to hug your parents for that.

[@herbiesnerd]

A couple of things: 1) This occurred during The War of 1812. 2) In the narrator’s story, he kept saying, “Colonies”. The Colonies seised to exist in 1776, 36 years before this war. This War was Great Britain vs. the United States of America. 3) Francis Scott Key wrote this song, based on his personal experience. It wasn’t written about his story by someone else. 4) It was during this War when the British burned the White House. Although it was rebuilt and repaired, there are still burned Timbers in the White House walls.

[@acera668]

You guys need to book tours to college campuses and bring sanity back to young people

[@JeriHall-ll]

Oh, Louisiana. Now I understand! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ronharris8669]

It’s pure disrespect for the fallen. Men would never kneel only weak emotional men don’t understand the meaning of it.

[@yaseen5121]

No refuge could save the hireling and slave From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave: And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave, O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.

[@mikeh8416]

@@yaseen5121 Yep, a battle to protect EVERYONE...

[@lao5960]

The actual flag from that battle is still in a museum , it is shredded but so beautiful 😊

[@robertphelps1574]

The flag on display is the larger one that was flown after the attack had finished and it was shredded Pieces of the flag were given away as souvenirs

[@ThisIsMyRealName]

The flag on display is the battle flag, that flag was and is respected and pieces were never given out as a "souvenirs"

[@robertphelps1574]

@@ThisIsMyRealName the flag that flew during the battle was the storm flag and is lost the flag on display is the garrison flag that flew after the attack had finished The family of George Armistead gave pieces of the flag away kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmbdl3l6iZKjhNE

[@wendym8132]

Just learned this yesterday and I cried. I have been out of school 35 years and never heard this story it just shows how long they silenced this meaning. And how they made us not care about it. I love this video and glad you guys got to watch it too!!

[@stepheninglett3447]

What you're failing to get is there is no home to go to if they surrender.. the life you have right now wouldn't exist

[@indianahoneybee8852]

Never forget ... This is why the flag can NEVER touch the ground. Honor the sacrifice.

[@LoveAboveAll]

Thank you Gentlemen, For sharing this great story with us. I'm a senior citizen when I was in school they actually taught this story and many other Great American Heroes Story's! We were taught out of the Bible and about how the Courageous Men who wrote the Constitution of The United States of America and the Bill of Rights !!! This Story is Exactly Why you NEVER let the FLAG TOUCH THE GROUND!!! 💯%🇺🇸❣️

[@jackpeters9048]

I am a veteran from a family of veterans....It is so important to understand this flag is all of ours..Bought with the blood and sweat of "all" our forefathers.....There's a reason people come from all over the globe to be here....We are blessed...

[@missspencer7744]

More like the blood and sweat of the people who were already here in their Homeland for centuries.

[@jackpeters9048]

@@missspencer7744 go roll another joint and try not to form rational thought...You're not wired for it...

[@clarissagarza7284]

It's what connects u to me to every American. God bless America!!!

[@user-yh8ik3xw8s]

This was the War of 1812, and it did happen this way. If we'd have lost that confict, we would have been Canada, and bowing to the Queen, or whoever.

[@StevenW3644]

Thank you for your mens reaction to this. Our country is not perfect but I tear up hearing this at games or TV and I spent 7 years in Iraq and I give my respect these young men and fathers and women that gave all to keep us free in this land and every race from all 4 corners of our country Free. Thank you men.

[@toddadams257]

Tears everytime! God bless the Men who died that night holding up Our Flag

[@raintree3383]

Oh WOW ......I am a Canadian Gramma and I am crying my eyes out.....Proud of you guys...Good Men all of you

[@JanetPlanetTube]

On your feet, hats off, and hand over your heart when this song plays, boys. I can tell you were moved. Now, you know why.