Traveling Soldier, A Country Music Video from The Brandenberger Family featuring family harmonies

A Country Music Video from The Brandenberger Family featuring family harmonies in the style made popular by Ricky Skaggs, Ralph Stanley, Doyle Lawson, Cody Johnson and The Chicks.
This song features Angela, Bethany and Melanie......
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Traveling Soldier
Two days past eighteen
He was waiting for the bus in his army greens
Sat down in a booth at a cafe there
Gave his order to a girl with a bow in her hair
He's a little shy so she gives him a smile
And he said would you mind sittin' down for a while
And talking to me,
I'm feeling a little low
She said I'm off in an hour and I know where we can go
So they went down and they sat on the pier
He said I bet you got a boyfriend but I don't care
I got no one to send a letter to
Would you mind if I sent one back here to you
I cried never gonna hold the hand of another guy
Too young for him they told her
Waitin' for the love of the travelin' soldier
Our love will never end
Waitin' for the soldier to come back again
Never more to be alone when the letter said
The soldier's coming home
So the letters came from an army camp
In California then Vietnam
And he told her of his heart
It might be love and all of the things he was so scared of
He said when it's getting kinda rough over here
I think of that day sittin' down at the pier
And I close my eyes and see your pretty smile
Don't worry but I won't be able to write for awhile
[Chorus:]
One Friday night at a football game
The lord's prayer said and the anthem sang
A man said folks would you bow your heads
For a list of local Vietnam dead
Crying all alone under the stands
Was a piccolo player in the marching band
And one name read and nobody really cared
But a pretty little girl with a bow in her hair
I cried never gonna hold the hand of another guy
Too young for him they told her
Waitin' for the love of the travelin' soldier
Our love will never end
Waitin' for the soldier to come back again
Never more to be alone when the letter said
The soldier's coming home....

[@commander1338]

This tune brought tears to my eyes as I remembered so many of my childhood friends who died in the Vietnam War during the Tet Offensive in 1968. I can remember when we were sitting down for supper and Walter Cronkite would be on the evening news and every single night Walter would do a body count of the dead soldiers on both sides. I remember my Fathers anger and rage about the war and how the tears flowed for our young men. The Brandenberger Family represent's the best of the best as American's. I thank The Brandenberger Family for all the great music and video's here on KZbin. The Tet Offensive lasted for eight (8) brutal months from January, 1968 all the way to August, 1968.

[@terryyy1944]

I was a part of a helicopter crew in Vietnam. As a young man, like most, I thought I was strong and beyond tears. I have never been so wrong. When I heard these angelic voices the tears flowed unabated and without shame.

[@jimdopkus2139]

God Bless you sir for your brave service.

[@Seldon1945]

there with you welcome home 1st tour 1966-67 173rd airborne 2nd tour 68-69 like you i tear up and think of the ones on the wall love u bro

[@davidcwilson1395]

Beautuful Thank you for your service I was in the Air Force but did not go there

[@Footprints728]

Thank you very much.

[@EliasAlias]

I hear ya, Bro! I haven't cried, not actual tears, but there comes a welling-up inside me that causes me to have to get a grip on my emotions, to prevent myself from crying. I have downloaded the above video and placed it on two different external hard drives just to make sure I've still got it in case it disappears off of Al Gore's Internet. This family is righteous and is also righteously talented in a meaningful reminder of the way Americans lived a half-Century ago. They are beautiful people, and I feel qualified to say so. I'm a Marine vet, on the ground in country 1966 & 1967, "C" Battery, 2nd L.A.A.M. Battalion, south of Chu Lai, I Corps, FMF Pac. A half-Century later, my Soul is tuned to Spiritual vibes, embraces beauty and joy in life, and daily forgives my lower self for having been duped by out damned-by-God government that lied to us as if our Constitution required our government to regulate how any other damned nation governs itself. All of us who volunteered to go to that damned war were deceived -- but -- in our hearts we thought we were doing the right thing. Time tells all. The bought and/or blackmailed idiots running Washington, District of Columbia have been corrupted beyond description ever since the American people let the CIA get away with murdering JFK in 1963 -- the coup which let the Joint Chiefs and Wall Street Moguls move forward with their quest for long-term wars in Southeast Asia. Any of you other 'Nam vets reading this are invited to check out my book, "Oath Keepers: Targeted Red" at this page -- targetedred.com -- or just search that title (by Franklin Shook) on Amazon. Welcome Home, all you Bro's and Sistah's! Salute! Elias Alias, aka Franklin Shook

[@listerine-pr5lt]

You Tube algorithm took me to this performance and I realized miracles still can happen.

[@kirbyholton1082]

Being a Vietnam Veteran this really touched my heart. Bethany you did a great job.

[@happyolddude]

Thank you for your service Sir! Australian i Aust Field Hospital Vung Tau 1968/69.

[@edithcaviness6218]

Thank you Sir for serving. My daddy was in WW II.. God bless you

[@Sjobom7715]

🤝❤️

[@charlesbeall2589]

What a beautiful spirit I discerned in Bethany's singing. This one was so moving, done with such sweet meaning.

[@charleswarren5209]

A song so true to it s words. I went to Nam as a Combat Medic with The Infantry Grunts. I was only 18 when I went and 19 when I came back. We lost so many young men to that war. But, Thank You, The Young Ladies of The Brandenberger and Wagler Families. Praise God above for Families like Yours

[@markivy31]

Glad to see Bethany take the lead she has a beautiful voice. A very talented family.

[@frankbennett1409]

like

[@christhompson4695]

So true!

[@danchambers3281]

like the song, I was a soldier for 27 years, was not in Vietnam, but Iraq

[@driveincanada9713]

❤

[@richardgalimberti4716]

I wish it going etc but would pay and go to cia

[@bv6852]

Thank you! Many prayers

[@TheEzzieboy]

Thank you, girls (and Alex) from a Nam vet who got to come home. A beautiful and sad song masterfully presented.

[@melvinjackson5515]

Just another Nam Vet with many a tear in my eyes. So beautiful. I made it back with parts not working right.

[@vernon19901]

Thanks for your service!

[@TheEzzieboy]

@@vernon19901 👍

[@PatriciaR.E.]

@@melvinjackson5515 Thank you dear Brother for your service, & I truly mean that. We’re living in times like no other & Jesus Christ is coming very soon for His people that are ready to meet Him. Please pray & read the Scriptures I put in my comment & study your Bible. It’s more urgent now than ever before. With much Love, Appreciation, & Prayers, Sister Pat 😢💗👏🙌🕊

[@christhompson4695]

@@melvinjackson5515 thank you for your service. I was a kid during theVietnam war. I remember seeing some P.O.W.'s get off of the plane in Washington DC., after the war and I didn't even know there was a war going on. I have never forgotten that moment. Thank you for your service. I pray for the to Lord touch your heart and heal all the broken parts and heal your your soul.

[@mr.bluegrass9723]

I really enjoy this family with their talents, they are so blessed to have great voices and their ability to play so many instruments . I listen to them every day and never tire of them . God bless each and everyone 🙏 of you

[@Bruce-tb8nl]

I just love you Brandenbergers. You are so clean and holsum. That is rare today.

[@trixzitailz4151]

It's good to see young people keeping country bluegrass and old time music alive and well. You all play and sing incredibly well . God has blessed you with a lot of talent. Keep using it for his Glory.

[@georgeboron9878]

And finally the fiddle player shows her skills. Great solo.

[@phillong8591]

I Love it. Just relax girls. Every American Soldier alive Loves you. Perfect. You girls are Awesome. Angels.

[@elwoodfunk2816]

You ladies are awesome great song and singers. I love your family and your music. Thank you Bethney and all. I am an Vietnam Vet and this song is touching . God bless you all

[@keithkilby2911]

The LORD bless you and keep you; The LORD make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace. יהוה

[@marylaw3465]

Thank you Heavenly Father for this precious family- Such a blessing in this dark world we are living in- I look forward for your new songs -God Bless and keep them!

[@davidholton9667]

Hello So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.

[@cecilperkins8490]

Absolutely beautiful talent and such a wonderful blessing this family is. We have such an awesome Lord and Savior. These girls have more of Gods love and purity in just one molecule of any one of their beings as all the professional musicians in Nashville combined. God bless you all richly.

[@bv6852]

Yes...a dark world...God have mercy on us and the whole world

[@nanners829]

This song reminds of my 22 year old cousin who died Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, in Kandahar, Afghanistan. My uncle & his family & my cousins fiance are remarkably strong in how they dealt with such a sad loss. I also saw some comments comparing this performance by the "Chicks". It was very nice & had a nice sound. But I'll vote for one of my favorite family bands any time.

[@robertmueller5906]

Bethany, that's a great song, and you have a beautiful voice leading that song. And you all sound so good singing together. We love you all.

[@patsiesax9713]

To God be the Glory. In this chaotic world.....a bit of sunshine is so comforting.

[@michaelgaley9532]

This pricks my heart, such a sweet harmonies. From this Vietnam Vet I thank you for this Dixie Chick song made better.

[@johnmedina8723]

Bethany great singing, it took my breath away. As always you all are awesome family. God Blessings Shalom

[@Mark-Marine]

This was a hard one for me to hear, but I couldn’t help but listen to it twice.

[@bv6852]

God bless you

[@floydstreet3991]

Their songs are wonderful, and their dresses will make them look more precious than the other junk out there. It is so refreshing to see LADIES with self respect. God i ask pour your favor out upon this wonderful family

[@bv6852]

Amen..dressed like ladies and presents themselves as LADIES...we sure need this in our dark world

[@DanPurdy1]

A great medium old folk song that I had not heard in too long. Beautiful singing and playing. The abilities and voices of the sisters keep improving as they get older. Their faces are also maturing.

[@youngc570]

You all sing very well, very earthy and natural, like old school Carter Family, Kitty Wells....

[@fcv68]

Bethany you sing beautiful love this song i play on repeat at work haha sing more songs for us thank you all!

[@leepollyjodawson6521]

Victor you have got to be a proud father. They are great!

[@user-vz2cj3co8g]

I pray these four young people can keep bringing us music for many many years to come. 4:47

[@kathrinekerns8398]

Such a sad song. So true.

[@davidholton9667]

How are you? So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.

[@davidjudd8906]

I listen to their music most every day

[@rudolfkolb8985]

I love jesus ..and I`m sure he is very proud to hear such wonderfull angels like the Brandenberger`s ! Best wishes from Austria !!

[@georgepirie2453]

Tremendous ... vocally, instrumentally, ooh the harmony ... exceptional..

[@MrCockatiel2007]

Such a beautiful family who loves singing!

[@driveincanada9713]

😍

[@jerryshepherd1645]

I love this family. I do every thing I can to listen to them at least once a day. L O V E it

[@danbandimere8756]

Beautiful harmonies but no joy

[@hectorasham8278]

Bethany you did such a wonderful job with this song.I'm sure you must of made many vets cry.I was never in the services yet it bought tears to my eyes.

[@dimwitsadvocate6264]

hector, it brought a tear to my eye too. I'm 74 years old now and I was in the miltary in the late 60's, early 70's. I didn't go to VietNam but I was stationed in California where I was support for those young men going to Nam. I made many friends of those guys. Some came back changed, some didn't come back. I recall wondering who they left behind when they died. Young men, like me, 18, 19, 20 years old. That time had a profound affect on me, so you can bet this song hit me hard. I'm so appreciative that the Brandenberger kids chose to sing this.

[@claychild]

Goosebumps, a cold rush and a tear. Thank you young ladies and your fellow behind you.

[@FLATEARTHPANDA88]

God Bless you beautiful children!! You bring tears to my eyes! I wishe we were raised like you with good hearts and intentions. Pray for America! 🙏🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@flowerpower3618]

❤

[@jackiemyers6965]

It doesn't matter if you're raised like them... As long as you have a pure heart and soul. . My family on my mother's side. Although I am not Amish...Great ancestors were.. But I know I have a good soul.. That's what matters. We are pure energy....

[@oldguy7144]

Throw a prayer up there for us Canucks too please. We ALL want the same things for our families/ our countries. Beautiful music worthy of Jesus I figure.

[@joymason4365]

Beautiful Song and Gracious Family 🙌🙌🫶🫶❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@mikefitzhugh490]

Just beautiful song and three beautiful girls singing it. Great job girls.

[@andyp5853]

Wow you are awesome. You sound just like the Dixie chicks singing that song. Wow what an awesome performance 👏 👌

[@howiehowie-tt1pk]

Thank you all so much your all angels and you brought a tear to an old Vietnam veterans eye, i listen to this song everyday it brings memories and peace to my heart

[@bv6852]

Peace be with you, thank you for your service

[@larrywilliams2325]

This is the first time I ever heard this song. It made me cry quite a bit. You sang it beautifully. Tremendous song. While I have never had to go off to war, I do know what it means to have one person show love to you when you really need it. You never forget them.

[@p3deep]

You should check out Dixie Chicks’ version.

[@larrywilliams2325]

Yeah I saved a live video of the Chicks and also an audio version. I will listen to all three. I normally only listen to sixties and seventies music so I have missed some good songs over the years but I am still happy living in the seventies.

[@sandraswift3489]

@@p3deep too overproduced

[@bertblue9683]

Dixie chicks has such a great sound and we're in the right place at the right time. Still appreciate their music but they can shove their wokeness.

[@ericpl7227]

@@p3deep Dixie Chicks are trash!

[@Johnny-xw7mf]

Y'all know what anything y'all put put your hand to turns to pure bluegrass gold!!! God bless all y'all Johnny from Alabama 🙏

[@hughferrier5837]

You youngsters are absolutely brilliant. There is such a wholesomeness about your performances. God bless you all.

[@casperkasparov302]

It has been a privilege and an honor to watch these beautiful ladies grow up.

[@joyceboardley197]

Wonderful song and singing keep singing for the Lord God bless your family

[@tedgarner9932]

Best family singing group out there. Instruments and singing are outstanding.

[@iupn]

Very talented individuals.i never get tired of hereing your family play or sing

[@williamarinder8809]

Loved it girls. From a Vietnam era vet.

[@bv6852]

Bless you...thank you for your service for this COUNTRY. I pray for our Countrymen and women!

[@markpreston9148]

Wonderful song. I'm glad she turned loose & did the lead vocals. I was pretty sure she could flat out sing. Thank you for sharing

[@lukepondlukepond]

Love hearing this! I'm an Army vet, and a big bluegrass fan. I put this on and stepped away and their was a Rick Astley Never going to give you up advertisement so that surprised me

[@juliekeller6432]

Bethany beautiful voice so powerful and lovely. Nice to hear you. I love listening 🎧🎧🎶🎶 to y'all

[@slimpickinns]

WOWZERS!!! These folks never have a miss. Great Tunes and to Hear the mandolin player take the lead vocal....Awsome stuff!

[@garygray7590]

I listen to Travelling Soldier a lot. Such beautiful singing Beth! Angel & Melanie are super! God bless you all. ❤️🙏❤️

[@leesawdust]

Finally we hear Bethany sing lead!!

[@zartamus]

ART IS THE POETRY OF EVERYTHING" - When it IS pure it is REAL -deep from the Heart - God bless you all - Greetings from Brazil!

[@Sjobom7715]

🌟💪🌞🙏❤️🌟I hope you family release a CD in the future!❤️💫🌟👍🌞.

[@kennethcollins5802]

Great job Bethany all you girls are so talented love all your music it's a.blessing and speaks to my heart

[@bufordwilliams9256]

Thanksfortravelinngsoliderititblessedthiscombatwarveteransheartfromfl

[@alishagruszka5514]

LOVE this song! Especially since my daddy was a Vietnam Veteran! Thank you

[@richardfonda2905]

The girls and the guys are awesome players keep up the great music. Dj Ricky wrsk 97.5 fm lp Newton NJ USA 🇺🇸

[@garymcintyre6507]

That was awesome I had to wipe my eyes to see the keyboard to write this beautiful voice, Bethany.

[@charlesnathan2235]

BETHANY WHAT A BEAUTIFUL VOICE IN THIS RENDITION OF THIS GREAT SONG . ACCOLADES ALSO GO TO YOUR SIBLINGS WHO STAND BY YOU IN HARMONY . GOD BLESS YOU YOU GUYS. .....CHARLES NATHAN IN SOUTH AFRICA.

[@DanKoning777]

So glad to have found ya'll. *You're a blessing to many.*

[@dougwoods4550]

Beautiful Bethany. Such a beautiful girl, voice and great pickin.

[@deskingdom6205]

Just found the Brandberger family. So good. Thank you. Des Kingdom, Australia 😊🙏

[@toothfairy788494]

First time hearing that song, sung with pure class.

[@RJ-oe7by]

USN '69, '70, '71. Well done ladies

[@sandraswift3489]

Lovely harmonies.as usual praise God for the purity of your gospel and bluegrass music.heavenly.are some of these songs from 19th century as they seem oldy worldy.x

[@davidholton9667]

Hello So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.

[@charleshooper1465]

I just recently "found" this group. love listening to them. this song was outstanding.thank you

[@edithcaviness6218]

Love to hear y'all play and sing.. I know y'all are beautiful women now. I'd love to hear from y'all now.. God bless you and your family . Wish I had a CD of your music..

[@kendylhoudyshell1399]

All I can say is amazing!!! Such a beautiful song and played masterfully by talented young folks. Thanks for this great music 🎶👍👏♥️

[@bv6852]

Most beautiful music, wish i could tell you how much you touch my heart, how i wish this could turn this Country around. .our Soldiers have suffered for this USA...Ladies and Alex keep up your music...its so refreshing to see and hear this music from young and respectful people. Our USA needs you so much....Lets all pray for a Revival and souls to come to Our Lord and realize that He is the Way. Before the day of chastisement...

[@gooseberrydell8095]

Amen and nicely said. There is one sentence you stated that I want to repeat: "It is so refreshing to see and hear this music from young and respectful people." ..Yes, it sure is.

[@kennethwine9931]

Thank you for this song made me cry far too many of my brothers died in Nam

[@bv6852]

Bless you

[@scottybowman59]

These three ladies are awesome love that dobro player iam 60 years-old .love your music keep up the good work God Bless your family scotty from Asheboro north Caroline.

[@johndobbs8585]

absolutely brilliant 😊 from hawarden in the south island of New Zealand

[@stephendavies3655]

Great song - beautiful rendition. Must be quite emotional for some of you guys across the pond! Best wishes!

[@annahopp]

What really hurts is the truth in this song.

[@bv6852]

You are so right!

[@charlesnathan2235]

ANGELA YOU'RE KEEPING US IN SUSPENSE IN ENDING BUT IT CAME OUT WELL. YOU GUYS ARE TOPS.

[@PogxsmuhowneyPohl]

That is the best thing I have heard in a long, long time--EXCELLENT!

[@chuckh5999]

have a listen to this too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5PJmKuwo7WgkK8

[@gabrielescholz630]

A wonderful song. Greetings from Lower Bavarian

[@wilmademastus5715]

So beautiful❤️ beautiful singers also💓

[@archielynn3663]

wow the best yet great girl singing not to hi out of pitch and music real country sole=== loved it

[@welshhillbillyful]

Is this the best thing on KZbin?A great song,beautifully performed by the girls.More please.

[@paulmeilahn3274]

Are not we all soldiers of the Cross ? Wonderful passage in Ephesians 6 about putting on the full armor of God. May our good Lord continue to give you His Grace and Truth. To God be the Glory for great things He has done and will do for us for eternity.

[@BeckyEwing]

Good singing and playing. Thanks 🙏 guys for sharing your time.

[@Bruce-tb8nl]

You young ladies and brother and all r just so awesome. I dearly love u people.

[@samjarrell4383]

This sang is great it touch my heart as Veteran

[@bv6852]

Thank you Vet!

[@frankzambrano3079]

Beautiful voice very smooth we knew that u had all that talent u must do this again very soon

[@Keljo59]

Well done, little white swans!♥

[@chriskinable1224]

Wow what a beautiful song and a beautiful voice from Bethany ! Greetz from Belgium!

[@42lookc]

What sweet girls. What sweet harmonies. And what a bittersweet song.

[@HayabusaYT]

Wow... just awesome! 👏 And Bethany's such a great singer 👏👏👏

[@user-uz5ov4me3q]

Angels

[@David-du3dv]

First time I've heard this great song...I'm sure no one can do it better..thank you so much for being such a blessing to so many ❤️

[@russelllamb4737]

What a family !! Love their smiles !!

[@Daniel-mf1jg]

Absolutely beautiful, would love to hear them perform the song There is a time for us to wander

[@stangraham9091]

That was awesome!!! Amazing talent, surely blessed of God.

[@teroberts7]

Never heard this song before. It made me cry, very good honest harmony and good picking. I would love to see you all live sometime. This song has a beautiful melody and a powerful message about war and it’s untold effects. Great job.

[@larrywalden626]

Never heard this song before? That’s hard to believe lol. It was a very popular Dixie chicks song in the 90s. Top charts song for many weeks.

[@teroberts7]

@@larrywalden626 I don’t listen too much to Modern Country music. Thanks for letting me know . I think there is a large population of folks who don’t listen to modern country. I really like the older roots of country music, and acoustic Bluegrass, Gospel music. We all have our likes and dislikes. Take care and have a great day-

[@nanners829]

@@larrywalden626 Count me in the unwoke who doesn't remember hearing this song until I heard Bethany singing it.

[@zacharylindahl]

@@teroberts7 same, country these days is too pro cop and pro state. we need more pete seeger, woody gunthrie, johnny cash, and the highwaymen

[@billymcfallswherewasthecau8200]

Don't stop singing ladies keep singing right into Heaven

[@peterallison7792]

I have been watching this daily since the1st of August . Love it and the smiles make it .Greetings from New Zealand. Also watch other songs from the family

[@davetatton6235]

Hello from the UK 🇬🇧 love the blue grass sound great bass great sound love to here it live

[@namename-cs3rw]

I listen to your songs with great emotion. I've been a seeker for many decades, I do have God in my heart, but I don't live by it. Your songs are from a different culture (I live in Germany), but belief in the Redeemer is the same everywhere. Your voices and your virtuosity with the classic country instruments go deep into my soul. I think your songs come from the heart.. Thank you for your work

[@tacobell299]

Beautiful song and talented young ladies