The basic drive to discover who we are and where we come from is at the core of the new 10-part PBS series Finding Your Roots: www.pbs.org/wnet/finding-your-...
I felt the same way Congressman John Lewis did when I found out that my great grandfather registered to vote, although he was not allowed to vote, but yet he made his way and registered. This happened a year after they were freed from slavery. My heart felt so overwhelmed. The courage he showed in making that step to make his voice heard. All he need to know is, that his great granddaughter is voting for him.
Yes it was heart warming to watch the senator go through those emotions,i think it downed on him why he has been a civil right fighter all his life.Like he said its in his DNA.
It was heart warming to watch the senator go through those emotions,i think it downed in him why he has been a civil right fighter all his life.Like he said its in his DNA.
Wow, John Lewis had me choked up,him knowing that his ancestors came a looooong way to get to where he's at right now and all the information that was put together, alot of info. Which overwhelmed him. 😌
DNA is not as white and black as they say because twins should have the same background even siblings right? In DNA tests one twin can be like 50% North African 25% Scandinavian and 25% East Asian and her twin is 40% North African 35% Scandinavian and 25% East Asian so it's really not as accurate as people think th-cam.com/video/Isa5c1p6aC0/w-d-xo.html Marketplace did an expose about it if you wanna see how faulty DNA translates to %
@4:41 Destroyed me. So emotional. I met the man and his wife once. ABSOLUTELY the highest caliber of human beings you could ever meet. A lady and gentleman in every way. God bless them :)
If every single person in this country watches this video every day, I believe there will be more union, more understanding, and more respect for one another regardless of race.
Thus should be required viewing for Students in both High School and College. Slowly but surely, it would help to lift the Veil of Institutionalized Ignorance that has been perpetrated by Generations of Ancestors who grew up with Messed-Up, Racist Attitudes towards Others who are not like Them. Ironically, if certain Racist Folk were to have Their DNA mapped out, They would be quite surprised as to what other Group(s) of People would start showing up in Their Family Tree!
Man what an absolutely beautiful moment for Rep John Lewis....so glad this is up for others to see how truly dedicated he was to voting rights for all, how moved he was at hearing that news and that the generations following us will be able to see such a heartfelt moment
Without a doubt, one of the most powerful series on television/TH-cam, and the way Dr. Gates presents and handles these histories is respectful, moving, and best of all, unifying. There is no better way to present the shared history of America, of Americans. I have the greatest respect for this work.
Oh my gosh John Lewis. And I adore Henry Gates - he always respectfully lets people talk about their feelings without interruption. I'm so glad Mr. Lewis got to know this before his passing. I'm sure he died proud and satisfied that he lived his life honorably as he was destined.
Rep. John Lewis truly believed in what he was doing...it was absolutely his calling. My generation and future generations...we can never say THANK YOU enough. Rest In Heavenly Peace Strong Soldier!!!! We've got it from here .....
Oh John Lewis...he was just really something special. Those tears are so bittersweet. History isn't always kind and humane, but somehow just having his ancestors reach out from the past and say, we got to vote. We got our say too and that matters so greatly. It really is in his bloodline. It's amazing this show. So much respect and love to people who just genuinely care about family. That's the good Lord's gift. God is great.
This has got to be one of my favorite T V shows ever ! I love all of these stories and the hard work that goes into everyone’s past is impressive. Very well done !
Darn, it wasn't my family but I was crying for them and my own family which is unknown to this day. This is why I get soo upset when people say that black people have s chip on their shoulder if we mention slavery. We have no chip on our shoulders for wanting to know who and where we come from? It's natural.
It is always impressive to see that we are deeply moved by the stories of our ancestors, even if we have never met them. I think it has to do with the fact that we somehow feel our familyconnection, we feel that we are part of a chain of generations. I live in the Netherlands and I have done some familyresearch myself for about 15 years now. I have gone back 11 generations up to the year 1592, when my first known ancestor was born. I have collected a lot of information, photographs of later generations and personal stories of my ancestors. Every time I meet people from my family and tell them stories, they are always very much interested and sometimes emotional. These emotions are real, as congressman Lewis did show. I understand that he was in the civil rights movement in the sixties together with Martin Luther King. Here in the Netherlands we deeply respect dr. King and a lot of elder Dutchmen remember his famous speech back in '63..."free at last, free at last....thank God almighty...we are free at last!!"
As soon as I heard Congressman Lewis's voice I started crying. I was thinking we so need that man right now. Then I saw him and he started CRYING. This killed me.. now I'm bawling. Rest with God, Sir. You well deserve it.
Thanks for posting this video and sharing the link. I'm sure I would have found it elsewhere eventually but it was very convenient to just have it here. I've been doing a little digging in my own family history so I can easily connect to this series. Its entertaining and fascinating.
He's a very famous Congressman by the name of John Lewis. He was a huge part of the civil rights movement in the 60's. He's done so much for African Americans, thus making his family's legacy HUGE!
I cried with Mr. Lewis. His ancestor went to Vote a *century* before. His own life has been one dedicated to this act. Of Belonging. Of contributing One's Voice.
Professor Henry Lewis Gates, Jr.. did a great PBS show about "African Origins"... He showed around different African countries and gave a lot of Interesting information!... I learned at I would have never known... He is very articulate and Intelligent without talking down to people..
Are you coming back to TV? I love your show Finding Your Roots. I love finding people in my own tree. I love to watch other people find their roots, too.
My mother's side have been in Virginia since the 1600s, my 10th great grandfather was John Rolfe. His 6th great grandson,(my 2nd great grandfather had 2 biracial sons with my 2nd great grandmother.
I cried when Rep. Lewis cried. His lineage has been fighting for equality for generations!! Just amazing..
I was just about to write a comment, then saw you had already written what I was going to say.
Me too...he's amazing..
Me too
Me too. What a beautiful soul.
I did as well. I just finished reading Meacham's book about John Lewis, "His Truth is Marching On." His was a life well-lived.
I felt the same way Congressman John Lewis did when I found out that my great grandfather registered to vote, although he was not allowed to vote, but yet he made his way and registered. This happened a year after they were freed from slavery. My heart felt so overwhelmed. The courage he showed in making that step to make his voice heard. All he need to know is, that his great granddaughter is voting for him.
lois d michael that’s really amazing. You must be so overwhelming proud. A special man your great grandfather x
Yes it was heart warming to watch the senator go through those emotions,i think it downed on him why he has been a civil right fighter all his life.Like he said its in his DNA.
It was heart warming to watch the senator go through those emotions,i think it downed in him why he has been a civil right fighter all his life.Like he said its in his DNA.
Kathleen Daly yes he was!!
lois d michael Amen.
the congressman john lewis moved me to tears
Me too,it really touched his heart about his ancestors 😢
@@esterherschkovich6499 Donald Trump
Wow, John Lewis had me choked up,him knowing that his ancestors came a looooong way to get to where he's at right now and all the information that was put together, alot of info. Which overwhelmed him. 😌
it brought tears to my eyes too.
Seeing this clip of John Lewis was powerful, African Americans plight in the US should never be swept under the rug.
This country owes him so much.... I hope he knows how much he inspires many of us...
❤️~✿~❧~🌿~❧~✿~❤️
Don't shed your tears for John Lewis. He did nothing for the people of Baltimore.
DNA is not as white and black as they say because twins should have the same background even siblings right? In DNA tests one twin can be like 50% North African 25% Scandinavian and 25% East Asian and her twin is 40% North African 35% Scandinavian and 25% East Asian so it's really not as accurate as people think th-cam.com/video/Isa5c1p6aC0/w-d-xo.html Marketplace did an expose about it if you wanna see how faulty DNA translates to %
The history of red. Black, brown and yellow is not taught but buried.
@@lucypearl9216 LOL nice!
The Rep John Lewis part is so touching. Rest In Peace and Job Well Done Rep John Lewis.
Omg...when Congressman John Lewis started crying...now I am crying too...so wonderful to find this history of his family! I'm so happy for him!
@4:41 Destroyed me. So emotional. I met the man and his wife once. ABSOLUTELY the highest caliber of human beings you could ever meet. A lady and gentleman in every way. God bless them :)
lucy rosevelt me too
RIP
And he could dance!
Wonderful clips from all of them.
...and thank you John Lewis. This country owes so much to your leadership.
Oh Congressman John Lewis' overwhelming response just really touched me! The struggle is so damn hard! And so deeply moving....
congressman's reaction had me in tears
RIP John Lewis, fighting was in his blood all along
If every single person in this country watches this video every day, I believe there will be more union, more understanding, and more respect for one another regardless of race.
Thus should be required viewing for Students in both High School and College. Slowly but surely, it would help to lift the Veil of Institutionalized Ignorance that has been perpetrated by Generations of Ancestors who grew up with Messed-Up, Racist Attitudes towards Others who are not like Them. Ironically, if certain Racist Folk were to have Their DNA mapped out, They would be quite surprised as to what other Group(s) of People would start showing up in Their Family Tree!
OMG I could not take the guy crying at the end but it was so beautiful and emotional.
Man what an absolutely beautiful moment for Rep John Lewis....so glad this is up for others to see how truly dedicated he was to voting rights for all, how moved he was at hearing that news and that the generations following us will be able to see such a heartfelt moment
I think I want to become famous just to be able to go to this show
Amarina E. I️ said the same thing
You dont have to be famous to be on the show. I saw people on here that wasn't even famous was om this show.
me too
@@kjersey6781 😂 damn.
Go for it!
Without a doubt, one of the most powerful series on television/TH-cam, and the way Dr. Gates presents and handles these histories is respectful, moving, and best of all, unifying. There is no better way to present the shared history of America, of Americans. I have the greatest respect for this work.
Oh my gosh John Lewis. And I adore Henry Gates - he always respectfully lets people talk about their feelings without interruption. I'm so glad Mr. Lewis got to know this before his passing. I'm sure he died proud and satisfied that he lived his life honorably as he was destined.
John Lewis is such a wonderful beautiful human soul.
I’m wowed and cried at the last one 😭 especially Lewis words at the end “This is too much” 😭 so sad and still fighting 😖
This show prompted me to do my own research. I went from thinking I was alone to finding a HUGE FAMILY! Thank you Mr. Gates!
Rep. Lewis you got me. Tears falling freely.
I got the chills when Congressman Lewis was talking about voting and maybe this was in his DNA, what a humble man.
Rep. John Lewis truly believed in what he was doing...it was absolutely his calling. My generation and future generations...we can never say THANK YOU enough. Rest In Heavenly Peace Strong Soldier!!!! We've got it from here .....
God bless Rep. Lewis, a man who I revere and love. Rest in perfect peace.
Oh John Lewis...he was just really something special. Those tears are so bittersweet. History isn't always kind and humane, but somehow just having his ancestors reach out from the past and say, we got to vote. We got our say too and that matters so greatly. It really is in his bloodline. It's amazing this show. So much respect and love to people who just genuinely care about family. That's the good Lord's gift. God is great.
Yes, He is.
History is dark and hard, difficult, but we came to the triumph from their adversity.
We should be honored, humbled, and respectful.
Wow, Dr. Gates you brought the great John Lewis to tears of joy. That has to feel good.
*RIP Mr Lewis your fight will always be remembered*
John Lewis had me crying so moving ❤️😇🌹
This has got to be one of my favorite T V shows ever ! I love all of these stories and the hard work that goes into everyone’s past is impressive. Very well done !
It's amazing how some can disrespect where they come from, but then celebrate others. You are who you are.
John Lewis...a dear man. He will be greatly missed.
Darn, it wasn't my family but I was crying for them and my own family which is unknown to this day. This is why I get soo upset when people say that black people have s chip on their shoulder if we mention slavery. We have no chip on our shoulders for wanting to know who and where we come from? It's natural.
I love this man...because he loves our country so much!
So good to see John Lewis again unexpectedly!
Bless you brother John Lewis. Such a long long struggle, that continues.
This show is powerful. I agree, when you start to uncover who your ancestors are it is overwhelming.
The John Lewis one gets me everytime. RIP Representative Lewis, you are a true hero!!
Henry Louis Gates Jr...Sir you are a kind hearted wonderful person. You make the world a better place.
Damn it Rep. Lewis...why you making me cry in 2022??
It is always impressive to see that we are deeply moved by the stories of our ancestors, even if we have never met them. I think it has to do with the fact that we somehow feel our familyconnection, we feel that we are part of a chain of generations. I live in the Netherlands and I have done some familyresearch myself for about 15 years now. I have gone back 11 generations up to the year 1592, when my first known ancestor was born. I have collected a lot of information, photographs of later generations and personal stories of my ancestors. Every time I meet people from my family and tell them stories, they are always very much interested and sometimes emotional. These emotions are real, as congressman Lewis did show. I understand that he was in the civil rights movement in the sixties together with Martin Luther King. Here in the Netherlands we deeply respect dr. King and a lot of elder Dutchmen remember his famous speech back in '63..."free at last, free at last....thank God almighty...we are free at last!!"
Henry Gates Jr looked like a 6 year old looking up to his elder. 💛💛💛 it
Rep. John Lewis understood. RIP, Sir, and THANK YOU!
This is so moving, so healing, so completing, so intimate, so real.
As soon as I heard Congressman Lewis's voice I started crying. I was thinking we so need that man right now. Then I saw him and he started CRYING. This killed me.. now I'm bawling. Rest with God, Sir. You well deserve it.
Gripping Videos. I rarely get emotional but these videos make me feel human again. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. does an excellent job has host.
Awww I miss Rep. John Lewis such an inspiration and gentle warrior.
Rep Lewis, such a beautiful man. ❤❤❤
John Lewis God bless him just passed away...
Thank you for bringing not closure,but knowledge an a sense of satisfaction to some people,an having let us view also,so we can know where to start
The things that Mr. Gates does for people is beautiful.
Henry Louis Gates, national treasure.
John Lewis was so moving 🙏🏿
Thanks for posting this video and sharing the link. I'm sure I would have found it elsewhere eventually but it was very convenient to just have it here. I've been doing a little digging in my own family history so I can easily connect to this series. Its entertaining and fascinating.
Adore this show!
Mr. Lewis's statement is so true. All individuals usually own only two things in this life, their name and their power to choose.
One of the very best shows on TV ever. Yes, I have a tear or tears in my eyes now.
I wish they showed this in my country. From the clips the older black gentleman who cried was the most touching
He's a very famous Congressman by the name of John Lewis. He was a huge part of the civil rights movement in the 60's. He's done so much for African Americans, thus making his family's legacy HUGE!
And now he has passed on to be with the ancestors. May he rest in peace.
Creative Life John Lewis is still alive and is battling stage four pancreatic cancer. Idk what you’re talking about
Seeing the John Lewis response is sobering.
I cried with Mr. Lewis.
His ancestor went to Vote
a *century* before.
His own life has been one dedicated to this act.
Of Belonging.
Of contributing One's Voice.
Congressman Lewis shows you what black pride is all about. Something I think the younger generation don't know.
Never underestimate the young ones
Dear Mr. Gates, you are a Creator Sent.... And this is so very sweet. Perfect timing, man. I am in a mystery.. Aho.
Professor Henry Lewis Gates, Jr.. did a great PBS show about "African Origins"... He showed around different African countries and gave a lot of Interesting information!... I learned at I would have never known... He is very articulate and Intelligent without talking down to people..
Thanks dear for sharing your beautiful blessings.
Hear john lewis speaks brings tears to my eyes.
The two part graphic novel called March about congressman John Lewis is amazing
John Lewis was just destined to, it was in his blood❤️
I love this show. It tells the greatest story.
Are you coming back to TV? I love your show Finding Your Roots. I love finding people in my own tree. I love to watch other people find their roots, too.
Rest in Power congressman John Lewis.
Is everybody in the US related in some way to Kevin Bacon? 😂😂
By 6 degrees!
I know I am! I'm descended from Richard Baldwin and so is he. 😁
I like bacon sandwiches
I love bacon.
including his own wife!
Lol that last guy had me cryin;(
What is it about finding out about yourself this way making you feel whole? I love it.
I like the show. Hopefully there'll be more episodes.
It would be interesting to find out about some American Indians.
These segments always touch me but for John Lewis I had to get out something to wipe the tears away.
This is the Lord's work.
Knowing where you came from is equally as important as Knowing where you are headed and what you stand up for. God Bless Henry Louis Gates Jr,
Dang that last brother had me shedding some tears :-) ....he got me! Dang :-) ...black people are f'n AWESOME!
Brett Strong that tribal mentality of "us blacks" is a huge problem in America
thewhiteboy101 What Tiki torches?
Guillaume Rusengo wtf r u talking about?
thewhiteboy101 you call yourself thewhiteboy and are lecturing someone about tribalism? Hypocrite much?
Brett Strong John Lewis is a great man. He's more than just some random brother.
I admit I was touched as well..with mr. Lewis..a kind soul..a distinguished politician..and a great human being..R.I.P.🙏🏽
Finding Your Roots deserves awards for finding the truth in history
I really appreciate this.
One of the very best Gates clips
Congratulations 👏 🎊 to all those people who found out about their family 👪 ❤ 🌳 tree through Ancestors research. Great job 👏.
Why y’all make me cry 😢
Wow!!! How it affects one laying the past under the scope.
Awww r. Lewis. God bless you and your family
Would you please to put subtitle captions, due I am deaf. I feel unfair on youtube. big thx
@IyaEarthseeds the automated subtitles are not accurate
Wow. Incredibly moving
I can't stop crying.
How wonderful
We never deserved John Lewis, but we desperately needed him and his loss was profound
We all lost a great American when John Lewis passed. Now who will be the conscience of our Congress?
Rep. Lewis tears hit me hard 😟
Why am I tearing up, too?
Lewis you give me hope
My mother's side have been in Virginia since the 1600s, my 10th great grandfather was John Rolfe. His 6th great grandson,(my 2nd great grandfather had 2 biracial sons with my 2nd great grandmother.
RIP MR.JOHN LEWIS AMEN AMEN 🙏 🙌 💙 ❤️ 👏
Wow ! John LEGEND & Co. John LEWIS.