I am an American who came home from Viet Nam 100% disabled (Army Airborne Infantry)....am typing this because I fought alongside ANZACs and came to admire Aussies and Kiwis greatly, for WWI, WW2, and Viet Nam...terrific soldiers and brothers-in-arms!...with my deepest respect to all those from ANZAC lands.
So moved by this rendition of I was Only 19. I joined the Army when I was only 18 and heard this song then for the first time. After feeling I didn't live up to the ANZAC legend during my Operational Service in Iraq 12 years ago, I distanced myself from anything to do with ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day. Now I have processed the anger, trauma and stress of my time abroad, I listen to songs like this, read poetry and attend services in honour of our fallen men and women and instead of shame, I now feel nothing but pride. Thank you.
Man I thought I was tough but that young las brought me tears she sings it with such emotion you can tell it still touches everyone……………….Lest we forget.
I was only 7 when my Uncle was called in 1969 ... the doll he bought home seemed so nice. a colourful gift for a kid in rural Australia. Then I grew up and understood or tried to understand what had happened to the Sons of a whole generation. In my heart I was always proud of our Nam Vets I knew no different... and as luck had it, by the time I grew up and had my own babies Australia had grown too and put aside the BS and nonsense that these Heroes suffered in the media, by our own people. So many men and women for 100 yrs have paid with blood, sweat and tears, the families of our Soldiers pay that price too... No Veterans had to wait so long to be recognised when they returned as did the soldiers who served in Vietnam. A shame we will wear for a long time. I sleep sound in my bed every night because of every single ANZAC and Allied Forces Hero past and present who has fought and fights for that security. Freedom is NOT free! I have cried each and every time I hear this song since 1983-84 and I did again... Grateful to ALL Vietnam Veterans .... God Bless you all.
I am a current serving member of the RAAF and my father also served in Vietnam. Everytime I have looked at this song tears have come to my eyes. The song reminds me of what my father went through and gives me a greater appreciation of his efforts on Australia's behalf. Every ANZAC day has been difficult for him for what he did. Love you Dad🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
A very professional performance, clean all the way through, with a powerful use of the singer's voice to deliver the true intensity of the lyrics. Lest We Forget.
I Grew up with Redgum. and this was that one song that made me stop and listen even at the age of 5-7... i have heard alot of covers and re imaginations of the song. The original still brings a tear to my eye. but If your out there and still monotoring this post. I thank you each and every member of this band. for Bringing back the tear to my eye. ... Thankyou
Great version of the Vietnam song. Elizabeth does a very good vocal with feeling. Band did a brilliant job in the backin... Thanks Guys and girls from a Vietnam Vet
Shared on Facebook, Twitter and Google+. The best version ever. Every time I hear this song it grabs 100% of my attention. The lyrics are powerful, emotional, descriptive and tells a story that only a select few have/will experience. Lest We Forget.
Absolutely beautiful version of an amazing Australian classic. This song always brings a tear but the feeling Elizabeth brings along with the band and amazing video really leaves a dumb in the throat. Really makes you proud to be Australian and thankful for the sacrifice of our military men and women past and present.
Thank you for this amazing rendition to the 100th ANZAC Anniversary! I am German who moved to Australia over 7 years ago and I am proud to call myself Australian. I am gratefule for all that has been done over the last 100 years to not only ensure Australia remains a free, democratic counry but also for the help the ANZAC legions who helped others along in battles. Thank you! Lest We Forget!
ProverbofHell were all comrades friends and ally’s now I’m ex Australian army RAE IRR I was in Germany on a exchange program love your troops nothing but respect even respect some of them from both world wars they were great operators.
As I listen to this incredible Australian Army ( The Lancer Band) play/sing this song, it brings tears to my eyes on how much I miss my father , Cpl. Robert John Williams of the U.S. Army ... I miss and love you Dad...
Beautiful. I got shivers the whole way through. I know that in a couple of days is the 50th anniversary of the announcement of troops being sent to Vietnam, so I would like to thank them. Thank you all servicemen and women, past and present, for your great service and sacrifice for this country. And, although I know it could never repay you, I would like you to know that I am proud. Proud to be Australian and proud of our armed forces. Lest We Forget
This sounds like my hopeful future in our army, I'm only 17 and I have enlisted as a rifleman and a commando, My great grandfather and grandfather served in WW1 and WW2 and I'm going to be the 3rd generation soldier in my family, lets hope I can make them proud and honor those who came before. Lest We Forget
+whosJoshie? We all do what we can To make the world a better place Some fight for our safety Some take children to school in the morning Others clean the sewers A few fly commercial jets And if we all work together From before dawn 'till after dark Putting our backs into it And our lives on the line We'll make the world a better place Achieving together what we could not alone.
whosJoshie? My great great granddad fought in WW1. My great grandad fought in WW2. My great uncle fought in the Vietnam war and my dad fought in Afghanistan, East Timor and lots of other places. The are 4 generations of soldiers in my family and I hope to be the 5th. My great grandad , great great gran dad and great uncle were Privates but my dad was WO2 (Warrant Officer class 2)
100 years...... and yet... the more things change, the more they stay the same.... Lets mark this anniversary tomorrow by learning and not repeating the mistakes of the past so we never again see such a tragic loss of life on such a scale....
Shared on Facebook every time I hear this It brings a tire to my eye as I remember the stories my uncles told me about their wars. My son is only 10mths old but be assured when hes old enough he will know the full truth behind this song..
to the 12 dislikes , do you actually understand what this song means ? I don't think so ! Awsome stuff EX R.A.N myself. 10 years service and dam proud of it.... Sword salute guys. Absolutely moving......Redgum would be very proud of your tribute......as am I......
Well done those men and woman. The 19 part of the song in relation to the Call Up as most entered on their 20th Birthday and were 21 when posted depending on their skills. 19 Year Olds were Regular Army Soldiers but nothing can denigrate the effort all troops who served and those who now served.
came across this by chance -lovely version: first time I heard the original was in my mates car in the 90s in Brisbane. I still sit in the garden in London and play this on the wireless speaker. Lovely voice and nice version you Anzacs have made..
Breathtaking! Brilliant job by all of you. Heard John Schumann perform this live a the Healevillle Vietnam Veterans Day 2013. It is an amazing song and always gets me.
Welcome home to all Vietnam vets. What you went through would break a lesser soul. My husband did three tours in Vietnam and they took their toll on his body and spirit. For lost mates and shattered dreams. But he served with honor and was honor bound to serve. That's just the way he was every day of his life until God called him Home. Your sacrifice was not in vain. You answered a call and shame on those who failed to honor their promises to you -- To care for your broken bodies and spirits. Welcome home and thank you.
I am an American who came home from Viet Nam 100% disabled (Army Airborne Infantry)....am typing this because I fought alongside ANZACs and came to admire Aussies and Kiwis greatly, for WWI, WW2, and Viet Nam...terrific soldiers and brothers-in-arms!...with my deepest respect to all those
from ANZAC lands.
So moved by this rendition of I was Only 19. I joined the Army when I was only 18 and heard this song then for the first time. After feeling I didn't live up to the ANZAC legend during my Operational Service in Iraq 12 years ago, I distanced myself from anything to do with ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day. Now I have processed the anger, trauma and stress of my time abroad, I listen to songs like this, read poetry and attend services in honour of our fallen men and women and instead of shame, I now feel nothing but pride. Thank you.
Man I thought I was tough but that young las brought me tears she sings it with such emotion you can tell it still touches everyone……………….Lest we forget.
I was only 7 when my Uncle was called in 1969 ... the doll he bought home seemed so nice. a colourful gift for a kid in rural Australia.
Then I grew up and understood or tried to understand what had happened to the Sons of a whole generation.
In my heart I was always proud of our Nam Vets I knew no different... and as luck had it, by the time I grew up and had my own babies Australia had grown too and put aside the BS and nonsense that these Heroes suffered in the media, by our own people.
So many men and women for 100 yrs have paid with blood, sweat and tears, the families of our Soldiers pay that price too... No Veterans had to wait so long to be recognised when they returned as did the soldiers who served in Vietnam. A shame we will wear for a long time.
I sleep sound in my bed every night because of every single ANZAC and Allied Forces Hero past and present who has fought and fights for that security.
Freedom is NOT free!
I have cried each and every time I hear this song since 1983-84 and I did again...
Grateful to ALL Vietnam Veterans .... God Bless you all.
I am a current serving member of the RAAF and my father also served in Vietnam. Everytime I have looked at this song tears have come to my eyes. The song reminds me of what my father went through and gives me a greater appreciation of his efforts on Australia's behalf. Every ANZAC day has been difficult for him for what he did. Love you Dad🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Such a beautiful and moving tribute to all our fallen men and women who fought for our beautiful country.
Gone but never forgotten.
R.I.P
This still makes me cry every time I hear this song
Absolutely moving......Redgum would be very proud of your tribute......as am I......
Thank you from an American troop. 1971.
A very professional performance, clean all the way through, with a powerful use of the singer's voice to deliver the true intensity of the lyrics. Lest We Forget.
I Grew up with Redgum. and this was that one song that made me stop and listen even at the age of 5-7... i have heard alot of covers and re imaginations of the song. The original still brings a tear to my eye. but If your out there and still monotoring this post. I thank you each and every member of this band. for Bringing back the tear to my eye. ... Thankyou
Great version of the Vietnam song. Elizabeth does a very good vocal with feeling. Band did a brilliant job in the backin... Thanks Guys and girls from a Vietnam Vet
John Holmes .Thank you for your service
thanks for the service to the country,sir
John Holmes we should be thanking you
Deepest Respect to you mate.. Lest we forget
John Holmes Ah Thanks John Thanks For Serving Mate
Greetings from a German Veteran. Sergeant Major Torsten Radisch, Bavaria, Germany
Awsome stuff EX R.A.N myself. 10 years service and dam proud of it....
Sword salute guys.
Shared on Facebook, Twitter and Google+. The best version ever. Every time I hear this song it grabs 100% of my attention. The lyrics are powerful, emotional, descriptive and tells a story that only a select few have/will experience. Lest We Forget.
Alex Gibson This has nothing on the original. She sings well but it does not give the feeling of authenticity like the original does.
NetworkMoneyMakers we all have our own opinion. You have yours and I have mine.
NetworkMoneyMakers It has the feel of a pretty version, very clean, nicely done but still lack the "guts" of the original
Alex Gibson It moved me to tears, especially today. She gets the emotion right I reckon
I agree Ocker3. I feel the same way.
I've had this tab open in firefox for more than 6 months now, and I listen to this song nearly every day, several times.
Chris Mahan me too I love her voice I’m ex RAE IRR she needs to go on iTunes and my favourite the band sung wazsing Matilda
I'm am American, but was raised to respect those who ate dirt along side us in that war. A fitting tribute to those who served before you. Salute!
My Grandfather was in the 1st Light Horse Regiment ...............Lest We Forget 100 Years On
Absolutely beautiful version of an amazing Australian classic. This song always brings a tear but the feeling Elizabeth brings along with the band and amazing video really leaves a dumb in the throat. Really makes you proud to be Australian and thankful for the sacrifice of our military men and women past and present.
I flipping love Elizabeth's voice!! OMG😍😍💗
Awsome stuff EX R.A.N myself. 10 years service and dam proud of it....
Sword salute guys.
Thanks, from a U.S.A. Mate...
Thank you for this amazing rendition to the 100th ANZAC Anniversary! I am German who moved to Australia over 7 years ago and I am proud to call myself Australian. I am gratefule for all that has been done over the last 100 years to not only ensure Australia remains a free, democratic counry but also for the help the ANZAC legions who helped others along in battles. Thank you! Lest We Forget!
ProverbofHell were all comrades friends and ally’s now I’m ex Australian army RAE IRR I was in Germany on a exchange program love your troops nothing but respect even respect some of them from both world wars they were great operators.
Brought me to tears. A beautiful tribute to those who served.
My dad was a Lancer - it made me very proud when the unit marched through Parramatta - thanks for lovely tribute.
Such a beautiful cover. Sends shivers down to my core. Well done and thank you to all the vets( past, present. Alive and gone). Least we forget
So beautiful. I love your voice Elizabeth!! Brought me to tears.
Forever my favorite version.
u have such a incredible voice hope u read this just amazing well done all of u thanks for what u do guys and girls
Rest in peace Bob and all the rest of the veterans your spirit is our pride
Thanks, from a U.S.A. Mate...
A singular U.S.A
Micheal Kelly Actually This Was Made In New South Wales But Some Footage Is In Hawaii
Michael G “Thanks from a United States of America” he was correct mate :P
from aust thank you usa
As I listen to this incredible Australian Army ( The Lancer Band) play/sing this song, it brings tears to my eyes on how much I miss my father , Cpl. Robert John Williams of the U.S. Army ... I miss and love you Dad...
wildman318 you can download it on iTunes not sure of these guys I’m ex Australian army engineer EOD IRR called I was only 19
A beautiful cover of a great song. Thank you, and thank you for your service.
Beautiful. I got shivers the whole way through.
I know that in a couple of days is the 50th anniversary of the announcement of troops being sent to Vietnam, so I would like to thank them. Thank you all servicemen and women, past and present, for your great service and sacrifice for this country. And, although I know it could never repay you, I would like you to know that I am proud. Proud to be Australian and proud of our armed forces. Lest We Forget
This sounds like my hopeful future in our army, I'm only 17 and I have enlisted as a rifleman and a commando, My great grandfather and grandfather served in WW1 and WW2 and I'm going to be the 3rd generation soldier in my family, lets hope I can make them proud and honor those who came before. Lest We Forget
Good work! I'm 16 :)
well i actually prefer to be a commercial pilot, but very good
+whosJoshie? Just remember son keep the faith
+whosJoshie?
We all do what we can
To make the world a better place
Some fight for our safety
Some take children to school in the morning
Others clean the sewers
A few fly commercial jets
And if we all work together
From before dawn 'till after dark
Putting our backs into it
And our lives on the line
We'll make the world a better place
Achieving together what we could not alone.
whosJoshie? My great great granddad fought in WW1. My great grandad fought in WW2. My great uncle fought in the Vietnam war and my dad fought in Afghanistan, East Timor and lots of other places. The are 4 generations of soldiers in my family and I hope to be the 5th. My great grandad , great great gran dad and great uncle were Privates but my dad was WO2 (Warrant Officer class 2)
Very well done. You should all be proud of what you do. You have my utmost respect in the job that you do.
Still listening to this version just shy of 12months on, wonderfully done.
Great performance of a great song.
Absolutely beautiful.
Thank you all for your service.
I can't imagine what it was like back than that's why I am proud to our troops for defending our country. lest we forget.
Beautiful, just beautiful thank you
In memory of those who went out to fight and never came home. Especially my 3 Great Grand Uncles. Lest We Forget.
OMG Elizabeth....this gives me goosebumps ....wonderful passion and feelings in every word...you make it all so realistic.....BRAVO...JUST WONDERFUL.
Thanks, from a U.S.A. Mate...
Sends chills down the spine. She is great :)
You got this guys. Beautifully done. So proud of you!!!!!!! Thankyou.
Elizabeth your vocals are outstanding.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE >> THE SONG REALY HIT HOME
100 years...... and yet... the more things change, the more they stay the same.... Lets mark this anniversary tomorrow by learning and not repeating the mistakes of the past so we never again see such a tragic loss of life on such a scale....
Less we forget
Sends chills down the spine. She is great :)
This still makes me cry every time I hear this song
Beautiful tribute. Beautiful version. Beautiful voice
Love this version - what a beautiful voice Elizabeth - thank-you
Beautifully done. This like an anthem to Vietnam Vets and 52 years on still gives me the shivers. Thank You Lancers
I must have listened to this thirty times in the last month and all I can say is Great Job guys music and vocals....... Beautiful
Such a powerful song , well sang, Thank you so much. To all service personal you are doing a brilliant job.
Excellent cover of a powerfully moving song. Beautifully done.
Shared on Facebook every time I hear this It brings a tire to my eye as I remember the stories my uncles told me about their wars. My son is only 10mths old but be assured when hes old enough he will know the full truth behind this song..
Poignant, haunting lyrics as true then as they are today..... Still drying the tears on this special day, Beautifully done. Thank You.
Just brilliant...respect
Beautiful! Thankyou............Lest We Forget!
Dame you girl, you made me cry! Beautiful voice.
I'm only a Pommy veteran, but this really moves me... Hooray to all ANZAC's
This was a real treat...excellent job.....!!
to the 12 dislikes , do you actually understand what this song means ? I don't think so !
Awsome stuff EX R.A.N myself. 10 years service and dam proud of it....
Sword salute guys.
Absolutely moving......Redgum would be very proud of your tribute......as am I......
I remember and respect all soldiers that served (no matter which country). When one is 19 memories stay with them for life.
She has such an amazing voice and she is beautiful too!
As an ex soldier this has brought me to tears. This is the reality of war. Brilliant musicians and a fantastic vocal. Well done.
Awesome Have Shared this on my Facebook Lest We Forget
Amazing job guys! Elizabeth, your voice is amazing :)
18th August Vietnam Veterans Day . They did serve, for right or wrong, not their choice, but they are veterans now, mostly old and deserve respect.
Absolutely beautiful singer. Amazing tribute
Well done those men and woman. The 19 part of the song in relation to the Call Up as most entered on their 20th Birthday and were 21 when posted depending on their skills. 19 Year Olds were Regular Army Soldiers but nothing can denigrate the effort all troops who served and those who now served.
Can't get enough of this, it's beautiful :)
Lest We Forget
Thank you we shoud rember all of them past and present
This is the best version that i have ever seen. I highly enjoyed you video.
came across this by chance -lovely version: first time I heard the original was in my mates car in the 90s in Brisbane. I still sit in the garden in London and play this on the wireless speaker. Lovely voice and nice version you Anzacs have made..
so powerful....exquisite
Thank you ..... thank you for sharing this.....
Thank you for your service (and beautiful version of this iconic song)
Simply beautiful. ....
Really great job, your uniforms give the words more credibility and you have a beautiful voice Elizabeth ...
Good tune done well.
It's really moving each time
From an ex 17th/21st Lancer. Well played Aussie Lancers. I was 19 when I was on the streets of Belfast. A different war.
Elizabeth! great job everyone is so proud of you
Breathtaking! Brilliant job by all of you. Heard John Schumann perform this live a the Healevillle Vietnam Veterans Day 2013. It is an amazing song and always gets me.
Such a beautiful voice Elizabeth. Very moving indeed, I cant stop listening. Keep it up :) talent!
I won the Friday night ballot when I was 14. It was over while I was still in school.
This song is haunting and beautiful..
Hope to see you play on the vilage green at VBS this year, missed you in 2017 cause of work . .
This is a great version for this Anzac Day 2015.Lest We Forget
Stunning. I didnt think Redgum could be bettered, but it just happened ..WELL DONE xx
Oh my wordy, this brought tears and goosebumps to all of us ... Thank you so much. Respect and Love to all of you. From VIC xx xx
This is amazing beautiful song
Absolutely gave me chills! Beautiful and emotional.
Such a beautiful rendition of a very powerful song!
Gorgeous version
Welcome home to all Vietnam vets.
What you went through would break a lesser soul.
My husband did three tours in Vietnam and they took their toll on his body and spirit. For lost mates and shattered dreams. But he served with honor and was honor bound to serve. That's just the way he was every day of his life until God called him Home.
Your sacrifice was not in vain. You answered a call and shame on those who failed to honor their promises to you -- To care for your broken bodies and spirits.
Welcome home and thank you.
Just beautiful thank you.
Brilliant rendition!
this was an amazing cover her voice is so emotional
Absolutely beautiful
to the 12 dislikes , do you actually understand what this song means ? I don't think so !
peter nikolzew probably the viet cong
Lenard Malcolm 47 of the bastards now...
nice profile pick ford mustang gt
@@lenardmalcolm8800 probly
Lenard Malcolm - Plenty if them were only 19 too... hell, most everyone in that cluster fuck was.
What a great version
Beautiful, thanks so much.