Considering the event for which the Star-Spangled Banner was written happened 15 years after Washington's death, I'm sure he'd be quite surprised indeed.
@@theradgegadgie6352 Of course he'd understand what a national anthem was, the U.S. had one during his time as President - 'Hail, Columbia'. My point is that the event for which the Star Spangled Banner was written would be most surprising to Washington as America's closest ally at the time of his death was Great Britian. This was cemented during his time as President by the Jay Treaty which gave Great Britian preferential trade status & greatly angered France. Especially since the U.S. had reneged on their revolutionary war loans from France which totaled millions. So if If you'd of asked him what country was attacking the U.S. during the war of 1812, he most surely would of responded with France.
@@mi4johns My misunderstanding. I thought your emphasis was on the events of the War of 1812 being after his death, not the reversals of fortune between allied and enemy nations, which to be fair, you didn't make clear.
Come to think of it, we went back to being trading partners and allies very quickly after 1814 and I will never believe that the UK ever seriously courted the Confederacy during the ACW. That arsehole Freemantle was never an official attache.
If you ever need reminding of what kind of monarch the Queen of England was. She broke a 600+ year tradition of allowing her guards to play a foreign country’s anthem outside of a state visit. The Queen stood by our side during our darkest days. Rest in peace your majesty. Sending our sincerest condolences from across the pond.
And now that Queen Elizabeth II has passed, the U.S. Capitol buildings are flying the flag at half-mast. It shows the solidarity and friendship between our countries.
The US basically bankrupt the UK during the Second World War, special relationship is often branded by the London political charlatans. Such rubbish indeed, the US corporate government has nothing but contempt for the UK & it’s people & that is a most obvious fact
"At the Queens request".....Wow!! That statement alone tells you all you need to know about her Majesty. A true lady of class she sets a very very high bar. Just knowing what the song is about, and STILL tells them to play it.
You don't understand. That is how Monarch's orders are couched. It is referred to as a 'request', but in actual fact it was an order as she was the Head of the Armed Forces. When you are sent to prison in the UK you are sentenced "At Her Majesty's Pleasure".
First time Her Majesty authorised a foreign anthem played outside a state visit. It's why Britain and America are so close. Proud brit. Love our American cousins
I joke with my American friends all the time over patriotism. Knock them and them me. But if push ever came to shove, Britain and America stand side by side. Squabbling siblings I think best defines our relationship
After 7/7 London bombings, all gov buildings were locked down. In defiance of terror, the US Marine Corp band stood outside the American embassy-despite risk of further possible attacks- and played God Save The Queen
My fellow Americans, if you wondered why we should be saddened by the queen passing, then let this be your answer. The queen led Britain into standing with us in our darkest hour.
To then be the one country who stood shoulder to shoulder with the United States when going to war in Afghanistan and then Iraq when other countries weren't sure. Didn't have to be asked twice, the USA was attacked and went to war, and the UK was right there beside it. As we have in the past, and will again. The legality and reasons behind it pale behind the commitment to join our brothers across the ocean.
I feel like the UK cares a lot more about America than America cares about the UK, no one even talked about the Queens death at my school and I had to find out on TikTok what has happened. And let's not forget how people kept making fun of Queen Elizabeth's death like tf.
@@strnglhld I'm guessing you didn't read my full comment, I was saying that nobody talked about the Queens death at my school and I hadn't watched the news that day because I was in school the whole day so when I opened TikTok that's how I found out about the Queens death, and btw I do watch the news occasionally but not all the time.
Not sure about that Ethan, as I understand the fort that was been shelled by the Royal Navy, Fort Sumta in South Carolina, withstood the bombardment and when the Royal Navy withdrew as they knew they weren't getting anywhere. The USA flag was seen fluttering in the smoke and the anthem arose from that. So let's call it a tactical withdrawal. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 In 2021 we stand together. Those that signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776 probably wouldn't believe what we've done together especially in the 20th century.
Lol I was at the airport when 9/11 happened. Our flight was cancelled as all planes were grounded. Nobody was upset there, people were so fucking angry. I remember this one man shouting angrily WHY THE FUCK IS JUST SOME THING THAT HAPPENED IN AMERICA STOPPING MY FLIGHT TO MALAGA?! I WANT REFUNDS AND COMPENSATION! Everybody was just pissed the fuck off that their travel plans were disrupted saying that bad things and terrorist attacks happen somewhere in the world all the time, it shouldn't affect us, this is just another day. It's ironic now thinking that considering there were multiple planes and it was an ongoing attack, they were wanting to get on a plane so badly which also could have been hijacked and flown into the Houses of Parliament or the Shard or something. It was an attack against everything Britain stands for, not just America. I also can't blame them really, they probably felt bad afterwards about how they acted. I was obviously upset for not getting to go on holiday to Portugal because I was a kid. And growing up seeing horrible things happening in the world on the news it doesn't really resonate, you can never something like that happening to your own place, then only 3 years later the 7/7 terrorist attacks happened in London... You realise shit gets real.
@@Yamezzzz I saw that on the easyjet programme they used to air, can't remember what it was called, I think it was come fly with me, or something like that.
Almost 21 years ago, the Queen of England was with Americans and the United States on our darkest day (9/11) and honored us by playing the National Anthem in front of Buckingham Palace. Today and for the time being, join me and many other Americans in returning the favor to England and it’s Royal Family. Long live the Queen and we stand together in honoring her legacy. As well as honoring all of the first responders and remembering all of the victims 21 years ago.
May I have permission to use your quote here in a 911 video recalling queenelizabeth? Its an educational video going to a school and your words I couldn't have said better myself.
Our anthem was written during the war of 1812 when the US and the UK were fighting each other. That the Queen would respect us enough, knowing what the song was about, says all you need to know about her class, grace, and humanity. God bless her!
While the lyrics are literally about the Battle of Baltimore, the underlying message is simply that the United States will weather any hardship and survive. It's perfectly fitting for the moment.
@@austinverlinden2236 Britain is an island. The United Kingdom is the sovereign nation which rules over the various countries of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
@@marksawatzky8562 It is, I watched a video on it, I cannot remember the name of the song but it was sung by drunk English men prior to the US being formed and the anthem being created. The stars and stripes are from Washington in England too, there is a church in Washington in the UK that has the Washington families coat of arms and it's stars and stripes.
“At the request of The Queen, the Coldstream Guards band played The Star Spangled Banner.” My friends, brothers, and neighbors across the ocean, long live The Queen. May she rest in peace.
I spent 10 years in the US Army, doing tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. I worked with a lot of other militaries, and I realize I can count on one hand the number of foreign forces I would trust in combat, and would trust with my own troops' lives. The United Kingdom is #1 on that very short list. You are professionals, you are true allies, and this gesture will never be forgotten. EDIT: Thank you all for the responses. I'd forgotten about this comment a while ago. In response to the question about other militaries whose professionalism I trust with American lives, I can only speak to the ones I've worked with: South Korea, a military which trains for war constantly and with which we've been working on interoperability for decades. Australia is on the list as well, because of their experience and our close training relationship. Israel...say what you want about their policies, but their military is incredibly well trained and highly motivated. I also very much respect the militaries of Poland and our newest NATO allies, Sweden and Finland as well as the special forces of France and Italy. And I wish to reiterate that the UK is #1. Again, this is not meant to slight or neglect other militaries, this is just about who I personally have observed or worked with. Thanks again for all your responses!
@@ravenwolf3715 you're sitting typing on youtube insulting a man who was willing to sacrifice his life for something besides himself... pretty pathetic
Such a beautiful song traditional American values are the best. I hope your country keeps them and continues to be a shinning beckon for the world best wishes from Britain.
Lucky sod, 😂 hope you’re all well mate. I have a mate from Allentown in Pennsylvania lives in tobyhana now and he has been to vegas. Always wanted to visit the United States 🇺🇸 myself I’m hoping to next year. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
As an American who is neither a Democrat or Republican, this video easily made me weep. This is one of the greatest gestures the great UK has ever done on behalf of our country, other than working together in many situations! Brothers and sisters🇬🇧🇺🇲❤
What we witnessed on this video crosses all lines, there is no politics here, it is pure respect from the Queen!!! When the Queen passed I was crying though I live in Arizona!
And if anything happens to them over on their island I will gladly join my brethren on this side in support of the UK. I'll blare God Save the Queen and Rule Britannia until my ears are ringing.
The UK was created in 1707. The Queen and Coldstream Guards are of Scots decent. There was no rule preventing playing another nation's national anthem outside Buckingham Palace, which only started being built in 1703. England ceased to exist in 1707, when it gave up sovereignty and its parliament. This "600 years" is a myth.
@@Mark-HaddowEngland still very much Exists. UK is a regional economic, military and political union bit like the EU, But each country maintains its identity. England, scotland, wales and N.I represent themselves independently in all other things, has it’s own flags, borders, national teams, parliaments etc.
@@cloric1 OK dokey. But it doesn't have a parliament or any legal status on the international stage, like the U.N. or N.A.T.O., does it. No, it gave those sovereign powers up, and it doesn't inherit them when Scotland becomes independent and the Union breaks up, as pointed out in 2014 by English members of the UK parliament. 😀
Considering that the Star Spangled Banner was written to commemorate a US victory over the British in the War of 1812, it's indeed inspiring to see how far we've come as allies.
But You guys stole the tune that was originally a British drinking song written for the Anacreontic Society but y’all just changed the lyrics and made it your anthem lol 😂😂
So many years later this still makes me cry. I was 20 years old when that happened and 41 now. Regardless of what happens ever. Great Britain is our family. Always have been. Always will be. Yeah we got a little black and blue from each other a few times but no hatred exists there. God save the Queen!
I was 19 myself living in NYC. Great Britain is like a older brother growing up. Yeah we had our arguments and fight growing up, but now as we are older, be got each other's back forever.
Im British. That event on 9/11 brought our countries even closer I fought alongside my American brothers. You'll always be our little brother...we will always be there to support you. somebody once said to me the greatest gift the British gave the world was America. And America's greatest gift to the world was Jazz. Dunno about the Jazz bit but I think you know we will always have your back.❤🇬🇧🇺🇲
I was only 10 when 9/11 happened and ironically my family and I were visiting the UK at that time. From America. Florida actually. But we had to stay an extra day because of the closed airspace. Being a 10 year old kid and seeing what the queen did and UK people crying and waving our flag was incredible. Truthfully it made myself and some of my friends join the military. I was in 2011-2015. In Afghanistan for 11 months and let me tell you.... The bond and brotherhood and sisterhood we have with your forces is so tight! Not to mention the British SAS are literally real life avengers! They saved our ass a few times and are so humble and respectful. We will always love and respect the United Kingdom forever. And the queen was the best. Old fashioned morals and values and to break a 600 year tradition to support us like she did I'll never forget it! We got your back and you guys have ours! 🇺🇲❤️💪
I’ve seen this many times. I am a former British Military Musician and a few of my friends were in the band that day! I promise you, it was their honour to do so and they played with great emotional commitment. God bless America.
To those that done know, this is the first time that another nation's national anthem has been played outside of a state visit at the changing of the guard. An act that must be approved by her Majesty the Queen.
Dave, HM The Queen is the head of our armed forces, it is to The Queen that we pledge our allegiance. You’ll find that Her Majesty would order, command or authorise the playing of The Star Spangled Banner on this occasion. The Queen does not request......to my knowledge, the only time in our history this has ever happened, except during a state visit by the US President.
@@nickcurry7986 When I joined the Canadian Forces, I swore an Oath to the Queen and my country. My Officer's Commission scroll was signed by the Queen. I dearly love the tradition.
As an American I say that even though we do not recognize the Queen as any icon or figure in the US, we still respect her greatly. God bless Great Britain. God bless America
21 years ago, a mother wrapped her arms around her wounded son. Now, in 2022, that son returns and wraps his arms around his mother. God bless America and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. May the alliance between our fraternal nations live forever. ♥
21 years later and after watching countless 9/11 documentaries, I am just now finding out about this. Absolutely brought tears to my eyes that Her Majesty honored us in one of our darkest moments. The guards played it so beautifully. I wish I could pay an honor to the queen as eloquently as this was to us, but I send my love and condolences to the queen and our brothers and sisters across the pond.
I'm from the UK. I was around 20 at 9/11. I can tell you, we felt what happened on that day, like it happened to us as well. If you're ever interested look up the British parliament (our government, politicians) reaction after 9/11. You can find it on youtube. Some of the most moving and rousing speeches you'll hear. Put it this way, our bayonets were being sharpened...
I would simply invade the United Kingdom after I restore the German Empire and revive Kaiser Wilhelm II and put him back on the throne! Ich liebe Deutschland! 🇩🇪
And you'd do it for us too, if we were ever hit with a similar tragedy, god forbid. Simple as that, and that is why the UK and US are like siblings, we will always bicker, yet always love and protect each other.
@Harald Harster lovely to see you wishing death upon someone simply because you disagree with their position. Also, the Monarchy brings in more money than we spend on it so it all works out.
61 British citizens were also killed on September 11,th 2001. There is a special garden dedicated to those British citizens that were killed on that day in New York City. The Royal Family came to the United States and helped to dedicate it when it was officially opened. Next to the United States, Britain, lost the second largest number of citizens on 911.
@@luxpursuits All the better, therefore, that they were supported in their grief. In the same way, the messages of support from our family across the pond are appreciated. Now I don't cry easily but the heartfelt comments from Americans over the last few weeks...
The band did a flawless job playing our national anthem, people were singing the words as they waved American flags and wiping away tears!! I cried watching the video being an American veteran and a senior citizen. I also cried when I got news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth. I would gladly defend the Island as though it was my country!
Just as the British stood by us during our difficult times then, we should now stand by them in solace at the passing of her Majesty Elizabeth. May God save the Queen.
Queen Elizabeth II was a lady of extreme grace and class. While we are absolved of all allegiance to the British Crown, most Americans respected her dedication to service and, on this day, her kindness. She earned her place in the lists of greatest monarchs in history, indeed. Thank you and rest in peace.
@@marksawatzky8562 America will be as great as her people are great. There are many, many problems that can be observed, but there are also many, many great things about the States. As a Mexican-American, I'm glad to call America my home. God bless America.
@Harald Harster then tell me which country can defeat Taliban 😂 and plus Taliban and ISIS wanted to invade USA for long time coz those cowards can never fight one on one US can never be invaded lol now go cry and US even threatened China still those small eyes couldn't attack us neither threaten us back😂😂😂😂
A lot of your fellow Americans were stranded in the UK because so many flights were cancelled. Politicians of all sides made speeches in the wake of what happened the previous day but this gesture spoke volumes.
@@walterscottoneill7075 God bless you, please know that many of us our mourning your terrible loss of your beautiful Queen. God save your King. Hugs to you from across the pond, my dear cousin.
I'm from the UK. I was around 20 at 9/11. I can tell you, we felt what happened on that day, like it happened to us as well. If you're ever interested look up the British parliament (our government, politicians) reaction after 9/11. You can find it on youtube. Some of the most moving and rousing speeches you'll hear. Put it this way, our bayonets were being sharpened...
Here after hearing the news that the Queen has passed. This was such a beautiful moment and a kind thing to do for her American friends. Rest In Peace your Majesty.
As a Canadian I feel really a strong friendship with the United States. Our relationship with our neighbours to the South can be tempestuous sometimes LOL but we are true friends nevertheless- in fact I think we're family. The United States, Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand and Canada are friends and always will be. In fact we're more than that: we're family I've never been able to get through this video or let alone get through the whole thing without ever tearing up big time. Anyone who saw that horrific scene of that second plane hitting the tower knows how horrible it felt to see our brethren in such horrible pain. Anyone who seen family in some kind of terrible pain knows how terrible it is to feel so powerless to help. When Her Majesty told the guards to play The Star Spangled Banner, it felt so reaffirming to know that we will march on with our friends in the United States of America. No one ever hurts our family ever and get away with it. (edit: fixed some minor typos / grammatical mistakes)
We are all family UK Canada, US. I don't know where or why we fell out in the past centuries etc etc, but as you can see blood is thicker that water. And when their is danger we come to help each other. Ps thank God for Canadian heroes in two world wars.
@@gingerbaker4390 Served as an Infantry officer in the CF in the 1990s. No hero here, but I would do it all again, for the good people of our free nations.
I was in the university gym on one of the largest midwestern campuses, working out in a room full of machines, when this suddenly came on the TV. Everything came to a standstill, and the majority of these young kids were in tears. This was one time I felt so proud to be British in America.
ABC News anchor Peter Jennings's reaction at the end... PRICELESS! Enough said! Thanks to our British allies for your love, support and respect at that time! ❤️
Wow. My wife and I were there. Landed in London on 9-11 and were at Buckingham Palace during this historic tribute. Incredibly stirring and emotional. Seems like yesterday. We signed a tribute book they had onsite as well. 🇺🇸🇬🇧
I had no idea about this at the time. THIS is pure class from the Queen of England! THIS is why Queen Elizabeth II matters and her passing has touched so many!!! Love to all in England from across the pond!
There is no such thing as the Queen of England , what about Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland , ironically Her Majesty was more Scottish than English going back centuries , her own mother was Scottish and she chose to end her days at Balmoral , the only place in the world that she could truly relax and be at peace. Appreciate the kind words from our American friends 🙏.
Fellow ex marine but of the Royal kind. I’ve shed blood with my American cousins and would do so again if the call ever comes. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 Per mare per Terram
As a 50 yerar old and a Veteran if my brothers and sisters in the UK ever needed me I would be there in an instant. They are and will always be are most trusted friend and ally. I met many of them when I was serving as well as Australians and they are the best damn people you could want on your side and the friendliest folks I have ever had the pleasure to meet.
I came here right after her passing…This made me cry. She was such a beautiful soul and wonderful friend to the US Your friends from across the pond thank you for sharing your light with us! Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, an extraordinary life well-lived.
@@Kaiserin yeah? Maybe in Russia and Germany "present-day Germans don't like to say fatherland because of its nazi ties" they are typically referred to as so. Such isn't the case for me or anyone I know.
New comment, upon hearing of the death of HM, I just want to say to any Brit who comes across this video and my comment that I am deeply sorry for your loss. Elizabeth II embodied grace, duty, and devotion to her country. She will be missed terribly by millions of Americans, I promise you that. I remember watching this broadcast the day it aired (17 yrs old) I cried then and each time I watch it. She didn’t have to do this, but she did, and I’ll always love her for it. God save the King! Your American cousin 🇺🇸❤️🏴
God Save The Queen. She is easily the most memorable British monarch to ever live, and as Americans we should commend her for her generosity and her faith in not only her country but ours. She held us in her arms when we were beaten down and stood by us in our darkest days, and now its our turn to honor her. Rest in Peace, Queen Elizabeth.
I remember watching this on the news that day. It moved me greatly, and it still does. Watching the crowd you know which ones are american. Peter sums it up succinctly: “ Whew...”. Couldn't have said it better myself. Kudos to the queen. Mighty nice thing to do.
@@nicolab2075 chances are some of them were Brits, if London were the victim of a terrorist attack of the same scale as 9/11 tomorrow Americans would be crying in the streets (well probably in their homes watching the news cuz you know, quarantine) waving little British flags (you would probably see a few full sized Union Jacks too)
I wouldn't wager a nickel that I could tell who the Brits were and who were the Americans. I'm a Canadian and this brings tears to my eyes every time I've watched it.
I landed in England the morning of September 11, 2001. I was and still am humbled at the love and support given to us Americans. They even flew the American flag over Mount St. Michael in Penzance.
One of the lost heroes was a rick rescorla who was employed as a security officer at the twin towers on that day if i remember correctly. He was born in hayle cornwall and emigrated to the US in 1963. His loss was and is still remembered to this day in the local media down in cornwall.
As a Brit living in the UK, this even makes me well up at times! And of course you Americans did it for us after the terror attacks of July 7th 2005, the Manchester Arena bombing and when the Queen died of course! And also thanks for the condolences, support and solidarity you offered us after the death of the Queen!
1 of the most moving things ever. To the British on this sad September day I say thanks for sharing the greatest queen ever with us for the last 70 years. We are sad with you. She will be greatly missed.
To the Brits: this is why we became best of friends after the 1812 war. We started caring for each other and on that tragic day of the unnecessary and devastating attacks you were there for us. And in return when you had a similar tragedy, we were there for you. As an American with English and Irish blood I come to you and say that what ever may happen we will always stick together. 🇺🇸🤝🇬🇧
We disagreed over taxes and expansion of land but we were, and still are, united by blood, democracy and a belief in freedom. God save the King and God bless America.
Who is watching today as her Majesty layed down gracefully to rest for good? Back in 2001 after all the turmoil in history between British and US, was such a moving gesture, I cried instantly today watching this.
The Queen was an incredible human being. She had power, we know, but her strength was unpassable. She was also kind. She showed this many ways and although always at duty, she was passionate about life. I miss her. She was my Queen, and I love her still.
I am an American, and when I heard the news of her passing I cried as though she were the president of the United States, she quietly commanded respect because she did not need to push, she is loved by both countries and I am not sure we will see another like her.
For over 20 years, I've told people about this moment. I was living in NY in 2001, and we all tried to carry on as well we could in the days, weeks, and months following 9/11. We had the TV on, and I saw this when it was originally broadcast. It still completely chokes me up. Thank heaven, Peter Jennings was a classy guy, and wise enough to know when to NOT TALK, whereas so many TV news people would have talked over this moment. And God Save the Queen, and the British people, the best allies and friends one could ever hope for.
I'm from the UK. I was around 20 at 9/11. I can tell you, we felt what happened on that day, like it happened to us as well. If you're ever interested look up the British parliament (our government, politicians) reaction after 9/11. You can find it on youtube. Some of the most moving and rousing speeches you'll hear. Put it this way, our bayonets were being sharpened...
Breaking a 600year old tradition of the Royal Palace! Very touching and heartfelt. RIP Queen Elizabeth, thoughts and prayers to the Royal Family from America.
No such tradition existed. The UK has only existed since 1707, when England ceased to be a sovereign state, alongside Scotland. It's a Myth. The British military has only existed since 1650, when the Coldstream Guards came down from Scotland to guard the King, Charles II, son of James VI. Both Stewarts (Stuart)
Americans remember the kindness and empathy of the Queen and the people of Britain from this simple yet powerful gesture. You, our truest of friends. brought us to tears and made us feel loved and appreciated despite our pain. We will never forget it.
Such an incredibly classy woman. We won't see her like again among world leaders. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon her. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
I cried for the Queen. I’m not British, I’m a US Citizen through and through but the loss of someone who cared this much, and is a caring person just in general, deserves to be remembered for her service to her country. A mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother was lost, and that alone in general is hard to watch. I just hope as Americans, we’d be this caring for another country who may go through this much pain. Thank you and may you Rest In Peace.
Thank you, Elizabeth II. Rest in peace to you. What a thoughtful, classy and, most importantly, kind gesture. All these years later, and it still moves me to my core. Thank you to our British cousins. I love you all. ❤
I remember being a 26 yr old - young policeman in London. On a rest day I went with my Italian girlfriend to proms in the park. We watched by live satellite on the monitors the Barber Adagio for Strings. The entire crowd was moved to tears in Hyde Park for the US. Utterly heart wrenching, raw and heartfelt.
21 years later it's still brings tears to my eyes hearing the Star spangled banner played at Buckingham Palace following the 9/11 attacks........ With Queen Elizabeth Grace is gesture of having another nation anthem played on England soil speaks volumes to her enduring friendship with America...... And as an American we will always have an enduring friendship with the England
RIP to a true friend of the United States. Her majesty, Queen Elizabeth the Second, will be sorely missed not only in her country, but throughout the civilized world.
@@glenchapman3899yeah you guys also did it for us after the 7/7 attacks in 2005, and when the Queen died too of course. When the latter happened, I remember President Biden used the quote “Grief is the price we pay for love”, which of course was said by the Queen after 9/11.
Queen Elizabeth II just passed away today. Thursday, September 8, 2022. I’ve played the National Anthem many times in Marching band, but it hits different when another country plays it.
Imagine telling George Washington this would happen in 1776..
Considering the event for which the Star-Spangled Banner was written happened 15 years after Washington's death, I'm sure he'd be quite surprised indeed.
@@mi4johns He'd still have known what a national anthem was, and that's all you'd need to tell him.
@@theradgegadgie6352 Of course he'd understand what a national anthem was, the U.S. had one during his time as President - 'Hail, Columbia'.
My point is that the event for which the Star Spangled Banner was written would be most surprising to Washington as America's closest ally at the time of his death was Great Britian. This was cemented during his time as President by the Jay Treaty which gave Great Britian preferential trade status & greatly angered France. Especially since the U.S. had reneged on their revolutionary war loans from France which totaled millions.
So if If you'd of asked him what country was attacking the U.S. during the war of 1812, he most surely would of responded with France.
@@mi4johns My misunderstanding. I thought your emphasis was on the events of the War of 1812 being after his death, not the reversals of fortune between allied and enemy nations, which to be fair, you didn't make clear.
Come to think of it, we went back to being trading partners and allies very quickly after 1814 and I will never believe that the UK ever seriously courted the Confederacy during the ACW. That arsehole Freemantle was never an official attache.
If you ever need reminding of what kind of monarch the Queen of England was. She broke a 600+ year tradition of allowing her guards to play a foreign country’s anthem outside of a state visit. The Queen stood by our side during our darkest days. Rest in peace your majesty. Sending our sincerest condolences from across the pond.
I couldn't agree more, the world lost a wonderful woman today
Precisely
Absolutely agreed.
600 years*
So true. Her empathy and compassion was legendary. This video just encapsulates her essence.
And now that Queen Elizabeth II has passed, the U.S. Capitol buildings are flying the flag at half-mast. It shows the solidarity and friendship between our countries.
Don't forget USS Winston Churchill 🇬🇧🇺🇸
@@dbz9393 United we shall stand against tyranny. May our two nations stand together in peace and harmony for years to come. 🇺🇸 🤝 🇬🇧
Our local flags are all at half mast as well. She was a treasure.
The US basically bankrupt the UK during the Second World War, special relationship is often branded by the London political charlatans. Such rubbish indeed, the US corporate government has nothing but contempt for the UK & it’s people & that is a most obvious fact
As a Brit - I had no idea you guys did that. Thanks brother
"At the Queens request".....Wow!! That statement alone tells you all you need to know about her Majesty. A true lady of class she sets a very very high bar. Just knowing what the song is about, and STILL tells them to play it.
Rip queen
Queen Elizabeth II class act❤️ May she R.I.P.🙏❤️🇬🇧
Despite condemnation, she was a force for peace, it was undoubtedly her core throughout. X
You don't understand. That is how Monarch's orders are couched.
It is referred to as a 'request', but in actual fact it was an order as she was the Head of the Armed Forces.
When you are sent to prison in the UK you are sentenced "At Her Majesty's Pleasure".
R.I.P. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
First time Her Majesty authorised a foreign anthem played outside a state visit. It's why Britain and America are so close. Proud brit. Love our American cousins
I joke with my American friends all the time over patriotism. Knock them and them me. But if push ever came to shove, Britain and America stand side by side. Squabbling siblings I think best defines our relationship
Almost read the cousins as colonies lmfao.
We love you guys, too. May the friendship of our two great Nations forever remain
@@codymo32791 colonies too............ lol
Love you guys too - an American
After 7/7 London bombings, all gov buildings were locked down. In defiance of terror, the US Marine Corp band stood outside the American embassy-despite risk of further possible attacks- and played God Save The Queen
do you happen to know of any clips of them playing?
@@Number1Irishlad have given it a cursory search, but none are immediately returned
Why would an embassy just happen to have a US marine Corps band hanging around there?
@@Jay92925 the marines are always at our embassies idk why the band was there but ya know
@@nicholasmeli2865 coincidence I guess
She broke 600 yrs of tradition here. For us. Thank you ma’am. We love you for this act of kindness.
Yes.
Thank you for pointing this out, it goes overlooked.
Yep she was one awesome woman!
That’s nice of you to acknowledge
@@vh1775 It's awesome that she requested this, not every monarch would do that!
My fellow Americans, if you wondered why we should be saddened by the queen passing, then let this be your answer. The queen led Britain into standing with us in our darkest hour.
To then be the one country who stood shoulder to shoulder with the United States when going to war in Afghanistan and then Iraq when other countries weren't sure. Didn't have to be asked twice, the USA was attacked and went to war, and the UK was right there beside it. As we have in the past, and will again. The legality and reasons behind it pale behind the commitment to join our brothers across the ocean.
@@jamiestewart48 We all know how that turned out.
I feel like the UK cares a lot more about America than America cares about the UK, no one even talked about the Queens death at my school and I had to find out on TikTok what has happened. And let's not forget how people kept making fun of Queen Elizabeth's death like tf.
@@GH_Channel I’m guessing you don’t watch or read the news? It was literally everywhere for like 2 days.
@@strnglhld I'm guessing you didn't read my full comment, I was saying that nobody talked about the Queens death at my school and I hadn't watched the news that day because I was in school the whole day so when I opened TikTok that's how I found out about the Queens death, and btw I do watch the news occasionally but not all the time.
They’re straight up playing our anthem which was written based on a battle that we fought and beat them. Straight respect. 🇺🇸🤝🇬🇧
The lyrics were about a battle but the music was written by a British guy in London England.
Not sure about that Ethan, as I understand the fort that was been shelled by the Royal Navy, Fort Sumta in South Carolina, withstood the bombardment and when the Royal Navy withdrew as they knew they weren't getting anywhere. The USA flag was seen fluttering in the smoke and the anthem arose from that. So let's call it a tactical withdrawal. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 In 2021 we stand together. Those that signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776 probably wouldn't believe what we've done together especially in the 20th century.
Nah but ok
It was brits fighting brits,for independence.
Battle that you lost.
I was deeply moved by the way the British people responded on 9/11. I remember British people sobbing in the streets and I will never forget.
Lol I was at the airport when 9/11 happened. Our flight was cancelled as all planes were grounded. Nobody was upset there, people were so fucking angry. I remember this one man shouting angrily WHY THE FUCK IS JUST SOME THING THAT HAPPENED IN AMERICA STOPPING MY FLIGHT TO MALAGA?! I WANT REFUNDS AND COMPENSATION!
Everybody was just pissed the fuck off that their travel plans were disrupted saying that bad things and terrorist attacks happen somewhere in the world all the time, it shouldn't affect us, this is just another day.
It's ironic now thinking that considering there were multiple planes and it was an ongoing attack, they were wanting to get on a plane so badly which also could have been hijacked and flown into the Houses of Parliament or the Shard or something. It was an attack against everything Britain stands for, not just America. I also can't blame them really, they probably felt bad afterwards about how they acted.
I was obviously upset for not getting to go on holiday to Portugal because I was a kid. And growing up seeing horrible things happening in the world on the news it doesn't really resonate, you can never something like that happening to your own place, then only 3 years later the 7/7 terrorist attacks happened in London... You realise shit gets real.
@@Yamezzzz The shard would have been a hard target to hit not going to lie ..
@@Yamezzzz I saw that on the easyjet programme they used to air, can't remember what it was called, I think it was come fly with me, or something like that.
@@Yamezzzz the shard didn't exist in 2001
It may have been our country but people from all over died.
Almost 21 years ago, the Queen of England was with Americans and the United States on our darkest day (9/11) and honored us by playing the National Anthem in front of Buckingham Palace. Today and for the time being, join me and many other Americans in returning the favor to England and it’s Royal Family. Long live the Queen and we stand together in honoring her legacy. As well as honoring all of the first responders and remembering all of the victims 21 years ago.
God save the Queen, long live the King. America and the UK started on different sides and we now are united in times of need.
21 years ago but yes this was incredibly touching!
May I have permission to use your quote here in a 911 video recalling queenelizabeth? Its an educational video going to a school and your words I couldn't have said better myself.
@@popcornhair6584 Yes, also make the edit for *21 years ago
Darkest day? Are you a freaking bot?
Our anthem was written during the war of 1812 when the US and the UK were fighting each other. That the Queen would respect us enough, knowing what the song was about, says all you need to know about her class, grace, and humanity. God bless her!
The melody itself Is from a British song called to Anacreon in heaven.
It was the lyrics that were written about the war of 1812.
While the lyrics are literally about the Battle of Baltimore, the underlying message is simply that the United States will weather any hardship and survive. It's perfectly fitting for the moment.
US and Britain . Not UK. The UK is a collection of countries. Ireland, Britain, Scotland.
@@austinverlinden2236 Britain is an island. The United Kingdom is the sovereign nation which rules over the various countries of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
@@Riley_Mundt I know that’s what I was saying just without the extra detail.
Amazing to think that Britain played the US Anthem, considering the lyrics are from a poem written during the War of 1812 with Britain.
But the tune is a British drinking song about bedding women. We are the same.
Why would we be sad about playing a song from a poem during a war in which we won?
@@ze89412 historically it's considered a war neither side trully one.
@@peterd788 Oh my. ... Really Peter?
@@marksawatzky8562 It is, I watched a video on it, I cannot remember the name of the song but it was sung by drunk English men prior to the US being formed and the anthem being created. The stars and stripes are from Washington in England too, there is a church in Washington in the UK that has the Washington families coat of arms and it's stars and stripes.
It’s been 19 years since 9/11 today. Thank you, Britain for being so compassionate in our time of despair. 🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸
You’re family. It’s what families do 🇬🇧🇺🇸
@@jodu626 thank you for being their when we were attacked
thatoneanxiouskid yt we will always be there. A trade deal would be nice tho 😀👍🏻
It’s what Allies do mate. You are our best friends and allies and I’m proud to have your lot as one 🇬🇧🇺🇸.
Here in the UK we consider the US, Australia, Canada and New Zealand family.
“At the request of The Queen, the Coldstream Guards band played The Star Spangled Banner.”
My friends, brothers, and neighbors across the ocean, long live The Queen. May she rest in peace.
❤
Thank you for your kind words, may she Rest In Peace.
God Save The King.
Facts. R.I.P. Her Majesty
22 years later this is still so incredibly moving as an american.
I spent 10 years in the US Army, doing tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. I worked with a lot of other militaries, and I realize I can count on one hand the number of foreign forces I would trust in combat, and would trust with my own troops' lives. The United Kingdom is #1 on that very short list. You are professionals, you are true allies, and this gesture will never be forgotten.
EDIT: Thank you all for the responses. I'd forgotten about this comment a while ago. In response to the question about other militaries whose professionalism I trust with American lives, I can only speak to the ones I've worked with: South Korea, a military which trains for war constantly and with which we've been working on interoperability for decades. Australia is on the list as well, because of their experience and our close training relationship. Israel...say what you want about their policies, but their military is incredibly well trained and highly motivated. I also very much respect the militaries of Poland and our newest NATO allies, Sweden and Finland as well as the special forces of France and Italy. And I wish to reiterate that the UK is #1. Again, this is not meant to slight or neglect other militaries, this is just about who I personally have observed or worked with. Thanks again for all your responses!
I was with your marine Anglco boys in Helmand great blokes.
Is South Korea on your list?
@@Adam-mj5hl south korea doesnt have a military as much as it has an entire heavily armed population
Spent 10 years as a war criminal, got it
@@ravenwolf3715 you're sitting typing on youtube insulting a man who was willing to sacrifice his life for something besides himself... pretty pathetic
Hearing the music choked me up; hearing the crowd singing gave me chills. Beautiful moment all around. Thank you, UK.
the queen ordered the ban to play days after the 9/11 attack
Me too
The music for the star spangled banner is more British than you think it was composed by John Stafford Smith for the song To Anacreon in heaven
Such a beautiful song traditional American values are the best. I hope your country keeps them and continues to be a shinning beckon for the world best wishes from Britain.
Me, too!
Her Majesty the Queen will never be forgotten 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧
My condolences from Las Vegas,NV.
Lucky sod, 😂 hope you’re all well mate. I have a mate from Allentown in Pennsylvania lives in tobyhana now and he has been to vegas. Always wanted to visit the United States 🇺🇸 myself I’m hoping to next year. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
As an American who is neither a Democrat or Republican, this video easily made me weep. This is one of the greatest gestures the great UK has ever done on behalf of our country, other than working together in many situations! Brothers and sisters🇬🇧🇺🇲❤
What we witnessed on this video crosses all lines, there is no politics here, it is pure respect from the Queen!!! When the Queen passed I was crying though I live in Arizona!
Wayward son and most beloved
Someone said that the UK playing the star-spangled banner is akin to a mother singing a lullaby to soothe her hurt child
My heart shatters ;(
no talk me hurt
Well, it worked.
And if anything happens to them over on their island I will gladly join my brethren on this side in support of the UK. I'll blare God Save the Queen and Rule Britannia until my ears are ringing.
😢😢😢😢
A mother calming her son.
Thank you.
From a Southern American.
🇺🇸🤝🇬🇧
Together we stand 🤝
From somebody who has English ancestry dating back from the 17th century to America! Hell yeah we are united, the USA & UK will always be family
I think 9/11 was more than an upset son, imagine your child coming home with his lunch stolen glasses broken and knees scrapped
God I love America 🇺🇸 ❤ 🇬🇧
Classy words, Friend. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
As an American I would lay down my life for The United Kingdom.
And as a Brit I would gladly do that same for your great nation my friend.
One of the Greatest comment I read on youtube ! 🎉🎉🙌🏻
🇬🇧❤🇺🇸 👑👑👑👑👑
Same from Canada
I would die for my to parents
🇨🇦❤️🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸
Australia and New Zealand is right there with you too.
@@burney7418 Let's go for Canzuk 🇬🇧🇦🇺🇳🇿🇨🇦
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The motherland honoring its child during a dark time and breaking 600 years of tradition. That’s respect.
The UK was created in 1707. The Queen and Coldstream Guards are of Scots decent. There was no rule preventing playing another nation's national anthem outside Buckingham Palace, which only started being built in 1703. England ceased to exist in 1707, when it gave up sovereignty and its parliament. This "600 years" is a myth.
@@Mark-HaddowEngland still very much Exists.
UK is a regional economic, military and political union bit like the EU,
But each country maintains its identity.
England, scotland, wales and N.I represent themselves independently in all other things, has it’s own flags, borders, national teams, parliaments etc.
@@cloric1
OK dokey. But it doesn't have a parliament or any legal status on the international stage, like the U.N. or N.A.T.O., does it. No, it gave those sovereign powers up, and it doesn't inherit them when Scotland becomes independent and the Union breaks up, as pointed out in 2014 by English members of the UK parliament. 😀
@@Mark-Haddow Scotland won’t become independent in our lifetime.
Considering that the Star Spangled Banner was written to commemorate a US victory over the British in the War of 1812, it's indeed inspiring to see how far we've come as allies.
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But You guys stole the tune that was originally a British drinking song written for the Anacreontic Society but y’all just changed the lyrics and made it your anthem lol 😂😂
@@eazy-cheez-e8033 it was a beautiful Gesture.
@@eazy-cheez-e8033 “You guys” have you lost your damn mind? None of us was even thought of during those times. Who tf are “you guys”?
@@BlackKippahActivity yes you guys you seppos
This is what friends do.
@Muhammad arif not brothers, parents
Your mind would boggle if you knew who gave the order.
Britain is MORE than a friend?
@@thejim3501 used to be the abusive father 300 years ago, but now their best friend.
@@indonesianbassbooster5167 and you guys were the little shits that wouldnt do as you were told ! Lol - jokes
So many years later this still makes me cry. I was 20 years old when that happened and 41 now. Regardless of what happens ever. Great Britain is our family. Always have been. Always will be. Yeah we got a little black and blue from each other a few times but no hatred exists there. God save the Queen!
I was 5, I remeber getting up for school and seeing the planes hitting in the news.
I was 19 myself living in NYC. Great Britain is like a older brother growing up. Yeah we had our arguments and fight growing up, but now as we are older, be got each other's back forever.
Wow you’re so old!!!
R.I.P. Queen Elizabeth... you were a saint above them all.
I hope you guys return the favour in our sad times :(
Im British. That event on 9/11 brought our countries even closer I fought alongside my American brothers.
You'll always be our little brother...we will always be there to support you. somebody once said to me the greatest gift the British gave the world was America. And America's greatest gift to the world was Jazz.
Dunno about the Jazz bit but I think you know we will always have your back.❤🇬🇧🇺🇲
Thanks from the United States
I was only 10 when 9/11 happened and ironically my family and I were visiting the UK at that time. From America. Florida actually. But we had to stay an extra day because of the closed airspace. Being a 10 year old kid and seeing what the queen did and UK people crying and waving our flag was incredible. Truthfully it made myself and some of my friends join the military. I was in 2011-2015. In Afghanistan for 11 months and let me tell you.... The bond and brotherhood and sisterhood we have with your forces is so tight! Not to mention the British SAS are literally real life avengers! They saved our ass a few times and are so humble and respectful. We will always love and respect the United Kingdom forever. And the queen was the best. Old fashioned morals and values and to break a 600 year tradition to support us like she did I'll never forget it! We got your back and you guys have ours! 🇺🇲❤️💪
I’ve seen this many times. I am a former British Military Musician and a few of my friends were in the band that day! I promise you, it was their honour to do so and they played with great emotional commitment.
God bless America.
Thank you for that, good Sir. (Canadian here...but we all share a bond).
God Save the Queen
From an American Veteran
@@MisterW0lfe Actions speak louder than words; this clip proves it.
Wait, aren’t you the person who conducted Carlton Main Frickley Colliery?
Or... I might be wrong. Sorry.
To those that done know, this is the first time that another nation's national anthem has been played outside of a state visit at the changing of the guard. An act that must be approved by her Majesty the Queen.
God Bless Her Majesty!
This was a tribute for the lives lost at the twin towers...not a state visit
@@kevinbutton4580 that was my point. As a sign of solidarity she had this done
@@vintagebrew1057 Amen-God Save the Queen.
And she passed away yesterday peacefully at Balmoral.
As an American this brings a tear to my eye. We love our peeps across the pond 🇺🇸❤️🇬🇧
Thank you Queen Elizabeth. We don’t have the monarchy anymore, but adore you and miss you already…. ♥️🇺🇸🇬🇧
At Her Royal Majesty’s request. God save The Queen!
Dave, HM The Queen is the head of our armed forces, it is to The Queen that we pledge our allegiance. You’ll find that Her Majesty would order, command or authorise the playing of The Star Spangled Banner on this occasion. The Queen does not request......to my knowledge, the only time in our history this has ever happened, except during a state visit by the US President.
@@nickcurry7986 When I joined the Canadian Forces, I swore an Oath to the Queen and my country. My Officer's Commission scroll was signed by the Queen. I dearly love the tradition.
Appreciate the sentiment, but it's Her Majesty, not Her Royal Majesty.
As an American I say that even though we do not recognize the Queen as any icon or figure in the US, we still respect her greatly. God bless Great Britain. God bless America
God Save the Queen!!!
Sometimes a simple gesture carries a long way. If you fight one of us you'll have to fight us all! 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇦🇺
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And new Zealand
@AngloGirl85UK Didn't have those flags on my emojis. But you're covered! Much easier to have world peace if we stick together.
Don’t forget New Zealand 🇳🇿
@Harvey Weinstein doesn't china hate the US? Just wondering
21 years ago, a mother wrapped her arms around her wounded son. Now, in 2022, that son returns and wraps his arms around his mother. God bless America and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. May the alliance between our fraternal nations live forever. ♥
Too bloody right.
Grandad served with Americans in WW1 (Navy); Dad served alongside American airmen in WW2.
That's just how it is.
Best wishes
Beautifully stated.
What a lovely way to describe it
21 years later and after watching countless 9/11 documentaries, I am just now finding out about this. Absolutely brought tears to my eyes that Her Majesty honored us in one of our darkest moments. The guards played it so beautifully. I wish I could pay an honor to the queen as eloquently as this was to us, but I send my love and condolences to the queen and our brothers and sisters across the pond.
Austin. You just did send an eloquent gesture of condolence.
Thank you
I'm from the UK. I was around 20 at 9/11. I can tell you, we felt what happened on that day, like it happened to us as well. If you're ever interested look up the British parliament (our government, politicians) reaction after 9/11. You can find it on youtube. Some of the most moving and rousing speeches you'll hear. Put it this way, our bayonets were being sharpened...
Just watched this again….yeah I’m crying 😢
Unlike the septics, the British don’t like to publicise themselves.
@@gooner_duke2756😢
From a proud American, thank you to our British brothers. I would defend your country as my own. Strongest bond formed in history 🇺🇲🤝🇬🇧
Thank you brother 🇬🇧🇺🇸
I agree with that. I would defend the United Kingdom as I would the United States. We are the same. That's family.
I would simply invade the United Kingdom after I restore the German Empire and revive Kaiser Wilhelm II and put him back on the throne! Ich liebe Deutschland! 🇩🇪
@Billy Parker I mean we did claim most of Europe and then lost it in a few years
Heh I'll reinstate the roman empire.
Thanks, from a Yank.
And you'd do it for us too, if we were ever hit with a similar tragedy, god forbid. Simple as that, and that is why the UK and US are like siblings, we will always bicker, yet always love and protect each other.
Ben309 🇺🇸❤️🇬🇧
@@01782644468 the one problem with that is most Americans would think the band was playing My Country 'tis of thee.
@@drakesucks true
@@01782644468 we will always be with you guys no matter what.
One of the many reasons this American mourns the loss of Queen Elizabeth.
I remember this. In my half century of life, this stands as the most gracious act I have ever witnessed.
This was the first time anyone changed the song in 600 years so it means a lot to everyone.
Classiest woman alive. Queen Elizabeth 2
Learned from her mother, who up until she passed, was the classiest woman alive.
QE2 is a ship bruv. Nice thought though 🤣
Ehhh I wouldn’t go that far, but yes this day in history marked a beautiful moment between our countries.
@Harald Harster lovely to see you wishing death upon someone simply because you disagree with their position.
Also, the Monarchy brings in more money than we spend on it so it all works out.
@Harald Harster I want anyone to live as long as they possibly can.
You can’t just stage all these people waving American flags, this is true support. Made me cry, thank you, from across the pond. 🇺🇸🇬🇧.
I think they are Americans who lived in the UK at the time
61 British citizens were also killed on September 11,th 2001. There is a special garden dedicated to those British citizens that were killed on that day in New York City. The Royal Family came to the United States and helped to dedicate it when it was officially opened. Next to the United States, Britain, lost the second largest number of citizens on 911.
@@luxpursuits
All the better, therefore, that they were supported in their grief.
In the same way, the messages of support from our family across the pond are appreciated.
Now I don't cry easily but the heartfelt comments from Americans over the last few weeks...
The band did a flawless job playing our national anthem, people were singing the words as they waved American flags and wiping away tears!! I cried watching the video being an American veteran and a senior citizen. I also cried when I got news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth. I would gladly defend the Island as though it was my country!
Just as the British stood by us during our difficult times then, we should now stand by them in solace at the passing of her Majesty Elizabeth. May God save the Queen.
Queen Elizabeth II was a lady of extreme grace and class. While we are absolved of all allegiance to the British Crown, most Americans respected her dedication to service and, on this day, her kindness. She earned her place in the lists of greatest monarchs in history, indeed. Thank you and rest in peace.
We brits love you usa ❤
Thanks red coats. 19 years later, still makes me cry. America will prevail
Prevail at WHAT!? America is falling fast.
@@marksawatzky8562 America will be as great as her people are great. There are many, many problems that can be observed, but there are also many, many great things about the States. As a Mexican-American, I'm glad to call America my home. God bless America.
@@marksawatzky8562 still USA can defeat your country and make you their bell boy😂😂😂😂
@Harald Harster then tell me which country can defeat Taliban 😂 and plus Taliban and ISIS wanted to invade USA for long time coz those cowards can never fight one on one US can never be invaded lol now go cry and US even threatened China still those small eyes couldn't attack us neither threaten us back😂😂😂😂
@@fizzylovesjam5378 lol then you will wake up😂😂
After all these years, I still get choked up. Thank you, Britain for standing with us in our time of mourning and grief.
A lot of your fellow Americans were stranded in the UK because so many flights were cancelled. Politicians of all sides made speeches in the wake of what happened the previous day but this gesture spoke volumes.
Your Welcome, Cousin.
On the contrary, thank you Americans who last century twice came to our aid in our time of trial and need
@@walterscottoneill7075 God bless you, please know that many of us our mourning your terrible loss of your beautiful Queen. God save your King. Hugs to you from across the pond, my dear cousin.
I'm from the UK. I was around 20 at 9/11. I can tell you, we felt what happened on that day, like it happened to us as well. If you're ever interested look up the British parliament (our government, politicians) reaction after 9/11. You can find it on youtube. Some of the most moving and rousing speeches you'll hear. Put it this way, our bayonets were being sharpened...
Here after hearing the news that the Queen has passed. This was such a beautiful moment and a kind thing to do for her American friends. Rest In Peace your Majesty.
Crying while watching this gesture today, 9/8/22. Thank you Queen Elizabeth. May you Rest In Peace.
As a Canadian I feel really a strong friendship with the United States. Our relationship with our neighbours to the South can be tempestuous sometimes LOL but we are true friends nevertheless- in fact I think we're family. The United States, Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand and Canada are friends and always will be.
In fact we're more than that: we're family
I've never been able to get through this video or let alone get through the whole thing without ever tearing up big time.
Anyone who saw that horrific scene of that second plane hitting the tower knows how horrible it felt to see our brethren in such horrible pain.
Anyone who seen family in some kind of terrible pain knows how terrible it is to feel so powerless to help.
When Her Majesty told the guards to play The Star Spangled Banner, it felt so reaffirming to know that we will march on with our friends in the United States of America. No one ever hurts our family ever and get away with it.
(edit: fixed some minor typos / grammatical mistakes)
Family doesn't always agree with each other but we always love. 🥰
Those 5 countries are known as the Five Eyes. It is an intelligence/defence agreement.
We are all family UK Canada, US. I don't know where or why we fell out in the past centuries etc etc, but as you can see blood is thicker that water. And when their is danger we come to help each other.
Ps thank God for Canadian heroes in two world wars.
@@TheCoolCucumber Was in the Canadian Forces prior to this. What you state is 100 percent correct.
@@gingerbaker4390 Served as an Infantry officer in the CF in the 1990s. No hero here, but I would do it all again, for the good people of our free nations.
I was in the university gym on one of the largest midwestern campuses, working out in a room full of machines, when this suddenly came on the TV. Everything came to a standstill, and the majority of these young kids were in tears. This was one time I felt so proud to be British in America.
If you have US citizenship you’re considered British-American ;) 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
@@officalkingkrab1912 I don’t. End of story.
When the Queen makes a musical request....one complies
ABC News anchor Peter Jennings's reaction at the end... PRICELESS! Enough said! Thanks to our British allies for your love, support and respect at that time! ❤️
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
God bless the UK and the Queen for breaking protocol to comfort our citizens. From an American❤️.
It’s ok mate from a Brit
Wow. My wife and I were there. Landed in London on 9-11 and were at Buckingham Palace during this historic tribute. Incredibly stirring and emotional. Seems like yesterday. We signed a tribute book they had onsite as well. 🇺🇸🇬🇧
I see tears from our brothers and sisters across the sea. America knows who stands with us and we will never forget .We stand United.
I had no idea about this at the time. THIS is pure class from the Queen of England! THIS is why Queen Elizabeth II matters and her passing has touched so many!!! Love to all in England from across the pond!
There is no such thing as the Queen of England , what about Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland , ironically Her Majesty was more Scottish than English going back centuries , her own mother was Scottish and she chose to end her days at Balmoral , the only place in the world that she could truly relax and be at peace. Appreciate the kind words from our American friends 🙏.
@@aidanwilson6035 Don’t be so silly. She WAS Queen of England which is included in GB!!
The best friends America has!
yeah... israel. the same people that orchestrated 9/11
@@liamailiam Did you eat paint chips as a child?
@@mi4johns WHAT? Im Jewish. How DARE you insult me!
Brigante not really it’s Canada
Israel is an ally to America but they will never be the motherland like the UK is
Remember that these people will stand for us, even when our own won’t.
Semper Fidelis
Fellow ex marine but of the Royal kind. I’ve shed blood with my American cousins and would do so again if the call ever comes.
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Per mare per Terram
Duae potentiae interdum amissionis coniungi debent
As a 50 yerar old and a Veteran if my brothers and sisters in the UK ever needed me I would be there in an instant. They are and will always be are most trusted friend and ally. I met many of them when I was serving as well as Australians and they are the best damn people you could want on your side and the friendliest folks I have ever had the pleasure to meet.
Would you consider the rest of the EU an ally too?
Thanks for your service mate 🇦🇺
I'm a London native, and you have earned yourself an ally Sir
@@capertain16325 go back to Reddit and be an overweight mouth breather somewhere else
Thank you for your service.
I came here right after her passing…This made me cry. She was such a beautiful soul and wonderful friend to the US
Your friends from across the pond thank you for sharing your light with us! Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, an extraordinary life well-lived.
Thanks UK, we will always have your backs! You are the motherland after all 🇺🇲🇬🇧
Amen
Russia is the Motherland, actually.
@@Kaiserin for Russians, sure.
@@squeakyproductions3055 Motherland typically refers to Russia while Fatherland typically refers to Germany
@@Kaiserin yeah? Maybe in Russia and Germany "present-day Germans don't like to say fatherland because of its nazi ties" they are typically referred to as so. Such isn't the case for me or anyone I know.
As a half Brit, half Yank, you can imagine how much this satisfies me. One love.. 👍
Well said!
New comment, upon hearing of the death of HM, I just want to say to any Brit who comes across this video and my comment that I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Elizabeth II embodied grace, duty, and devotion to her country. She will be missed terribly by millions of Americans, I promise you that. I remember watching this broadcast the day it aired (17 yrs old) I cried then and each time I watch it.
She didn’t have to do this, but she did, and I’ll always love her for it.
God save the King!
Your American cousin
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Classy comment 🇺🇲🇬🇧❤️
thank you
Americans are like our family and great allies ❤️
Thanks N P.
Thank you 😊 - Our late Majesty the Queen was our heart and will forever remain so 🇺🇸🏴🏴🏴x
God Save The Queen. She is easily the most memorable British monarch to ever live, and as Americans we should commend her for her generosity and her faith in not only her country but ours. She held us in her arms when we were beaten down and stood by us in our darkest days, and now its our turn to honor her. Rest in Peace, Queen Elizabeth.
I remember watching this on the news that day. It moved me greatly, and it still does. Watching the crowd you know which ones are american. Peter sums it up succinctly: “ Whew...”. Couldn't have said it better myself.
Kudos to the queen. Mighty nice thing to do.
A great show of solidarity.
You think you know which ones are American, but watching this brought tears to my eyes, and I'm British 😊
@@nicolab2075 chances are some of them were Brits, if London were the victim of a terrorist attack of the same scale as 9/11 tomorrow Americans would be crying in the streets (well probably in their homes watching the news cuz you know, quarantine) waving little British flags (you would probably see a few full sized Union Jacks too)
aw shoot pardner don't go a gittin' us all choked up
I wouldn't wager a nickel that I could tell who the Brits were and who were the Americans. I'm a Canadian and this brings tears to my eyes every time I've watched it.
I landed in England the morning of September 11, 2001. I was and still am humbled at the love and support given to us Americans. They even flew the American flag over Mount St. Michael in Penzance.
One of the lost heroes was a rick rescorla who was employed as a security officer at the twin towers on that day if i remember correctly. He was born in hayle cornwall and emigrated to the US in 1963. His loss was and is still remembered to this day in the local media down in cornwall.
He was from Hayle, where my Grandchildren go to school ❤
As a Brit living in the UK, this even makes me well up at times! And of course you Americans did it for us after the terror attacks of July 7th 2005, the Manchester Arena bombing and when the Queen died of course! And also thanks for the condolences, support and solidarity you offered us after the death of the Queen!
Hope you like it here my fiancé is British as are my twin daughters I’m American loved in England 🏴
I'm grateful our two countries are friends.
@@JuliaGulia310 thanks!
@@jackcrawford3921 You're welcome!
Amen
1 of the most moving things ever. To the British on this sad September day I say thanks for sharing the greatest queen ever with us for the last 70 years.
We are sad with you. She will be greatly missed.
To the Brits: this is why we became best of friends after the 1812 war. We started caring for each other and on that tragic day of the unnecessary and devastating attacks you were there for us. And in return when you had a similar tragedy, we were there for you. As an American with English and Irish blood I come to you and say that what ever may happen we will always stick together. 🇺🇸🤝🇬🇧
We disagreed over taxes and expansion of land but we were, and still are, united by blood, democracy and a belief in freedom. God save the King and God bless America.
Thanks mom
No problem
I'm an American and I cry when I watch this and I'm not ashamed.ALWAYS remember 9-11-01!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸.Thank you UK!🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧✌️💪💓
You're there for us, we're there for you. You're welcome.
Who is watching today as her Majesty layed down gracefully to rest for good? Back in 2001 after all the turmoil in history between British and US, was such a moving gesture, I cried instantly today watching this.
Your over exaggerating this we weren't enemies with the UK when the twin towers fell down, by then we had been close allies for almost 100 years
Twenty years later......thank you Great Britain, our mother counrty! God bless the Queen!
when it all hit the fan, the britiish PM was the first to stand by us in that darkest hour. pledging support even before the dust settled.
The Queen was an incredible human being. She had power, we know, but her strength was unpassable. She was also kind. She showed this many ways and although always at duty, she was passionate about life. I miss her. She was my Queen, and I love her still.
I am an American, and when I heard the news of her passing I cried as though she were the president of the United States, she quietly commanded respect because she did not need to push, she is loved by both countries and I am not sure we will see another like her.
Man! I had no idea she ordered this be done but it makes sense. Our "special relationship." God save and bless the Queen."
A nice gesture from Our Queen. I remember that infamous day, like it was yesterday. Hard to forget. God Bless all those innocent people.
Wtf are planes
George Washington
I remember that too. It was touching to many of us here in the US. (Even if it did make King George III turn over in his grave :))
Little gesture?
God bless them all
This is the nicest, most respectable gesture of kindness that I've ever witnessed from the UK.
For over 20 years, I've told people about this moment. I was living in NY in 2001, and we all tried to carry on as well we could in the days, weeks, and months following 9/11. We had the TV on, and I saw this when it was originally broadcast. It still completely chokes me up. Thank heaven, Peter Jennings was a classy guy, and wise enough to know when to NOT TALK, whereas so many TV news people would have talked over this moment. And God Save the Queen, and the British people, the best allies and friends one could ever hope for.
I'm from the UK. I was around 20 at 9/11. I can tell you, we felt what happened on that day, like it happened to us as well. If you're ever interested look up the British parliament (our government, politicians) reaction after 9/11. You can find it on youtube. Some of the most moving and rousing speeches you'll hear. Put it this way, our bayonets were being sharpened...
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So true about Peter Jennings
Breaking a 600year old tradition of the Royal Palace! Very touching and heartfelt. RIP Queen Elizabeth, thoughts and prayers to the Royal Family from America.
No such tradition existed. The UK has only existed since 1707, when England ceased to be a sovereign state, alongside Scotland. It's a Myth. The British military has only existed since 1650, when the Coldstream Guards came down from Scotland to guard the King, Charles II, son of James VI. Both Stewarts (Stuart)
Look, we had problems as kids but Britain is that big brother that always has out back. I can't believe I've never seen this before. Beautiful.
😢Here it is 2021, and I'm watching this in Las Vegas with tears! God Bless Queen Elizabeth!!❤️
Americans remember the kindness and empathy of the Queen and the people of Britain from this simple yet powerful gesture. You, our truest of friends. brought us to tears and made us feel loved and appreciated despite our pain. We will never forget it.
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
Such an incredibly classy woman. We won't see her like again among world leaders. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon her. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
Thank you UK for standing with us! We will NEVER forget!!!🙏❤️🇺🇲🇬🇧
This the first and only time a Foreign Anthem outside the Palace. The honour was given to the US, our greatest ally
Thanks to our cousins across the pond.
Thank you United Kingdom. 21 years later and this amazing gesture still touches my heart. RIP Your Majesty.
As a British ex-pat living in America, this video gets me every time. 😭
I cried for the Queen. I’m not British, I’m a US Citizen through and through but the loss of someone who cared this much, and is a caring person just in general, deserves to be remembered for her service to her country. A mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother was lost, and that alone in general is hard to watch. I just hope as Americans, we’d be this caring for another country who may go through this much pain. Thank you and may you Rest In Peace.
She was a great monarch & we genuinely loved her dearly....🙁
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Thank you, Elizabeth II. Rest in peace to you. What a thoughtful, classy and, most importantly, kind gesture. All these years later, and it still moves me to my core. Thank you to our British cousins. I love you all. ❤
I remember being a 26 yr old - young policeman in London. On a rest day I went with my Italian girlfriend to proms in the park. We watched by live satellite on the monitors the Barber Adagio for Strings. The entire crowd was moved to tears in Hyde Park for the US. Utterly heart wrenching, raw and heartfelt.
21 years later it's still brings tears to my eyes hearing the Star spangled banner played at Buckingham Palace following the 9/11 attacks........ With Queen Elizabeth Grace is gesture of having another nation anthem played on England soil speaks volumes to her enduring friendship with America...... And as an American we will always have an enduring friendship with the England
RIP to a true friend of the United States. Her majesty, Queen Elizabeth the Second, will be sorely missed not only in her country, but throughout the civilized world.
Rip lovely queen Elizabeth 😢
I fucking love the British, our greatest friends now and forever
I hope we reciprocate this kind gesture when the news breaks on this awful day..
I remember when they did the same, played our anthem at a baseball game in New York after the Manchester bombing. Reciprocal respect.
Yeah we might fight over how to spell color. But when things get serious the love between our two nations is very deep and obvious
@@glenchapman3899yeah you guys also did it for us after the 7/7 attacks in 2005, and when the Queen died too of course. When the latter happened, I remember President Biden used the quote “Grief is the price we pay for love”, which of course was said by the Queen after 9/11.
Years on now and this pops up in my feed. I can't watch without crying. Thank you Queen Elizabeth. You were truly a world leader.
In 1776, America behaved like a rebellious teenager wanting his own life. But America remembers where it came from.
Thank you from an American.
Queen Elizabeth II just passed away today. Thursday, September 8, 2022.
I’ve played the National Anthem many times in Marching band, but it hits different when another country plays it.
All these years later, this still brings a tear to my eye.