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Where to begin...? I doubt you "were a patriot" as you claim, or that you even know what that means in any kind of historical context. My ancestors were among those who fought for Independence in the Revolutionary War. They were also pioneers and trailblazers who carved a nation out of the Great American West, burying their children along the way. And when they came west, they met my other ancestors, the Shoshoni, who have lived on this land of the Rocky Mountains for perhaps a thousand years. Sometimes my ancestors fought each other shedding each other's blood. Other times they fell in love and created offspring, families---a new American generation of both Anglo and Shoshoni MIXED along with many other racial and ethnic lineages salted in. That's America today. The point is, THERE IS NO LAND upon God's Good Earth where the original inhabitants--I'm talking FROM THE BEGINNING--currently live genetically untouched and culturally "pure." The history of the world is a history of conquest, of intermarriage, of the exchange of ideas, cultures, religions, economies. It's messy and often "unjust" by today's standards. Often downright brutal in how it came about. That's tragic, but it is also REALITY. Remember, the great historian tells us: "History must be judged STRENUOUSLY, and within historical context." The Comanche of the American plains were a break-off group from my ancestors, the Shoshoni. They left the Rocky Mountain about 300 years ago, mastered the skilled use of Spanish horses, and proceeded to invade the lands of the Cado affiliated tribes and the Lipan Apache tribe of Texas and Oklahoma, absolutely brutalizing and enslaving them, wiping out many villages, and taking over their lands. When the whites came to what would become Texas, they did battle with some of the most bloodthirsty, slave-raiders on the American continent--the Comanche. Thousands died, on both sides. But Texas was never Comanche lands to begin with. They were "intruders" by your standards. As well, those indigenous peoples the Comanche conquered also, if you go back far enough, took the lands of (what would become Texas) from an earlier people or peoples, tribes we know little about--because the indigenous intruders totally wiped them out! The same story can be told of the Dakota, the Cheyenne, the Aztecs, the Mayans, it just doesn't end, my friend, I'm sorry. In essence, what the poor and struggling Americans--most formerly indentured servants--slaves, in essence--were doing was what every struggling person has done from the beginning of time. Trying everything in their power TO SURVIVE. Some did. Many, perhaps most, did not. And along the way many were kind and supportive to their neighbors who happened to be there first. And some were not. Some were downright murderous. That's just the reality of our world--EVERYWHERE. The American Indian tribes we know were here before us, true (please don't use "Native American," that is hopelessly imprecise because it is, in effect, meaningless--the Shoshoni, Navajo, and Zuni friends I know personally don't even use it! They prefer their own honored tribal name.) but they were not the first. And they likely wiped out whomever they "stole" the land from. Someone was always here "first." The reality is that because the American Indian even EXISTS in America today at all, is a testimony that many Americans felt, and continue to feel, that an injustice was done to them and so we should help them to prosper in the American nation today. To help them achieve the American Dream. I've lived all over the world. In every country if you go back far enough they have their "indigenous peoples." And in nearly every country today do you know where those original indigenous peoples are? They are extinct. Wiped out completely by those who ended up controlling whatever nation you are talking about. In the history of humanity, THAT is the rule. What is unique, and exceedingly rare, are nations (like the United States) who have not wiped out their indigenous enemies, but have tried to accommodate them, to provide for them. This is not a simple issue. But more so, we live in another world entirely from our pioneer and Indian ancestors. Live in the now, my friend. If you want to help your neighbor, no one is stopping you. But making ignorant comments about something you know little about, does no one any good. Still, thank you, friend, for asking the question that gave me the opportunity to get a whole lot off my chest! God bless America!!! :)

Apparently, you've never been to war. Or you would understand that that's part of it, a major part. It's called inducing fear. I saw much of that in Vietnam, some of it was disgusting Some I agreed with

@@charlesfuhs7520 True. The reality of the world we live in. And thank you for your service, though like most Vets you didn't serve for the accolades. Yes, it's an imperfect world. Like most good people, you do the best you can with the cards you are dealt. But judging what happened in the past by today's standards, well, that's a fool's game.

Yeah, a great book, by Jeanette Covert Nolan. These stories of America's founding and the creation of what we enjoy today used to be included in all our children's textbooks. Not anymore, which is I believe part of what is killing this once great nation. I encourage you to take a look at the above link, in Amazon, of the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Manual Series. Stories of America's truly great heroes and heroines that are no longer taught or even acknowledged. Thanks for your comment! Do you have a favorite hero you'd like me to do a video on?

She had the ambition and talent to succeed, but more so the wisdom to see that it's about using your success to help others succeed, too. The definition of a true hero. Perhaps you know others like her in your life. I've met many--both on the highways and byways of the world, but also in the pages of history. Stick with me, please! You won't be disappointed.

When does a narrative, a history, become a rant? When it flies in the face of your own political, or moral, ideology? And if it's "out of reality," give me a few hard facts to prove your point, my friend.

No, thank you! It's wonderful, and so encouraging, to know there's someone out there who appreciates the message! :)

Great choice! Watch in the next few weeks for the little-known Colonel Ely Parker, the American Indian who helped win the American Civil War.

Great idea. Sendler was a bit controversial, however, for her ties to the Communist party in Poland. But, they eventually turned on her, so while not leading a perfect life of backing and supporting freedom and individualism, and the fact that she was not a capitalist but a collectivist, still she did a lot of great things, and was insanely courageous in the face of the worst kind of evil. Yes, I think she deserves her own Legacy Generation video!

Agree - he seems short of breath and clearly needs a different style.

@@RSL106 however light was brought to this incredible human being very few unfortunately have such noble character, my self included.

Many believed this also, especially considering the truly deadly places she purposely found herself. She was truly selfless, willing to give her own life to save others, both soldiers, but also civilians caught up in war.

@@thelegacygeneration5502 God bless you

Yes, I don't like it either, but so many images are copywritten, so we use what we have...

Good point. Thanks for pointing this out.

I hold my manhood cheap.

Yes, George. In my research I'm finding so many like her, both men and women. Tragically most have been forgotten...or sent down the "Memory Hole" by America's Academia and many of our political leaders. But our nation cannot survive without remembering, honoring, and teaching about those who've gone on before and offered their "last full measure of devotion" in our behalf. It's no longer optional. We need to know. Our children need to know.

I believe this is what's killing our once "based" and well-grounded nation. It's "decline by design" as the Left has hijacked our national educational institutions and has been successful in not only dumbing America's kids down, but worse, robbing them of their historical and faith-based heritage. And yes, Sacagawea's actual name has been mispronounced for generations, though in fairness to historians, the Shoshoni Language, like nearly all American Indian Languages, were verbal only, not written. Today many American Indian languages, in an attempt to preserve them, have been documented and written down using a variant of the English alphabet, trying to approximate the sounds in each language that are not found in English using unique linguistic symbols. In Navajo, for example, there are several letters representing sounds we don't have in English. This makes it hard to accurately represent the actual sound when speaking that sound for the first time. But linguists do the best they can. So, for many years Sacagawea's name was not properly represented using the English alphabet, written several different ways, undoubtedly not recreating accurately how her name (Sacagawea: meaning "Bird Woman") was actually pronounced back in the day. As my Agency mentor and trainer always told me: "Rick, it's an imperfect world!" --RPR

SheepdogColumbus, thank you for making the effort to homeschool your five children! That must require many sacrifices and long, dedicated hours. I'm impressed. You might take a look at my Family Freedom Manual Series, Volumes 1-5, in both ebook and print form. I am producing what we call the 100 Honored, Irreplaceable Heroes and Heroines in America's exceptional history. But at any rate, stay tuned for many more of these videos and subscribe for updates. Also, visit our website if you have time. Lots of good stuff for Homeschooling Families. Thank you for your interest! May God bless our troubled nation!

@@thelegacygeneration5502 I appreciate that. Oddly enough, homeschooling probably less stressful than the alternative and it's opened up more freedoms for us. It can be time consuming, especially with five kids but. luckily my wife and I are both intellects and our children have that same love and drive for learning and exploration. I'm a history nut and that pays off when creating 5 humans who will know why they need to be active in their nation and local affairs. So far, we have one who has graduated. When we sent her back to public school, she was the only one who knew the 50 states, in alphabetical order, and all of their capitals. She spent 9th to 12th in college level classes as well as a program to take college classes and she graduated 4th in her class. She is now on her second degree at only 21 and will enter into the airforce as an officer with 2 degrees in computer science and cyber security. She has also never been with a boy and does not have social network accounts. That is the way we run our household, with God first, Christ second, myself third, mommy, and then the children. God's law and order creates a happy, successful, and blessed family. I will subscribe and utilize some of your media for them so thank you. I will also support you in whatever ways I can. The last 4 children will also go to high school, to get that social experience and we are just as active in that so with some of your material and our current plan, the next four should follow in the first's footprints. Thank you and God bless you and yours.

Ya'at'eeh! Willeah! Ahehee'. Thank you for your kind words and for taking a challenging and courageous road in life. Life on the Rez is not easy. But it sounds like you are making it much better by the faith you offer and show and the truth you embrace. Your children and grandchildren are truly blessed to have you in their lives. May God continue walking beside you and protecting you and your wonderful family. Ha'gon'nee'!

@@thelegacygeneration5502 Amen, and ahxé’heé!🙏🏽

Thanks for your comment and interest.

Both exceptional examples from history, of those who made a difference and contributed to the benefit of others.

The history of the Rhodesian Army is truly exceptional, and amazing. It is hard to find a more tenacious and hard-charging entity. What's more, you survived! :)