Thank you. I enjoyed this vlog. I too liked Jimmy Stewart. My dad was a B17 pilot in WWII. I would like to think he and Stewart are in heaven sharing their flying experiences.
Jimmy Stewart is my favorite actor and “Harvey” is my favorite movie. What I love about Stewart is he was so humble. A general, and a major movie star, he was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses and a gammy. Literally, hundreds of film-related awards yet, he always seemed to be just a soft-spoken guy from Indiana, Pennsylvania. Maybe it was Gloria that kept him grounded. If you ever get back to PA perhaps you could visit Fred Rodgers's grave at Unity Cemetery sits on Unity Cemetery Road about a mile west of Latrobe. Latrobe is the home of the Latrobe Brewery, the original brewer of Rolling Rock beer. Latrobe was the birthplace and childhood home of children's television personality Fred Rogers and former professional golfer Arnold Palmer. You could also visit Mr Rodgers's original neighborhood Rogers grew up in a large three-story brick house at 737 Weldon Street in Latrobe. Latrobe is about 45 minutes east of Pittsburgh.
Jimmy Stewart was amazing. We knew that Mr. Rodgers was from the PA area...the Heinz history center in pittsburgh talked about him a bit. Didn't know his home was in Latrobe though!
I always saw Jimmy Stewart as having a huge heart. It just seemed to come across, no matter what the role. He is one of those men I hope to meet in Heaven. It's a Wonderful Life is such a meaningful movie and the favorite of millions. You had me almost crying. Hugs!
20 February 1966: Brigadier General James M. Stewart, United States Air Force Reserve, flew the last combat mission of his military career, a 12 hour, 50 minute “Arc Light” bombing mission over Vietnam, aboard Boeing B-52 Stratofortress of the 736th Bombardment Squadron, 454th Bombardment Wing.
Your work young lady is IMPECCABLE ! ... I am not a film critic but I have a problem with your videos that is THERE AIN'T ENOUGH OF THEM........... Sure hope you read this THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.........
It's a Wonderful Life originally was a flop but soon became a Christmas staple when it came out that the movie studio had made a mistake in filing its copyright. This meant that any TV station could show it any number of times without having to pay royalties.
Jimmy Stewart flew combat missions in WW2... and a unannounced 2 week tour in Vietnam, Stewart, then a Brigadier General in the USAF reserve, took a two week tour as a pilot on a B-52 bomber. Stewart did so with no publicity... only years after his death was this revealed... He also lost a stepson in Vietnam... ILT. Ronald McLean
Recently found your channel and subscribed. History has always fascinated me, and your videos are great! I wasn't sure if you already knew this or not, but there's a book Jimmy Stewart's wartime experiences. It's called Jimmy Stewart Bomber Pilot by Starr Smith. I read it several years ago and liked it.
Wasn’t Mr. Stewart in the Man Who Shot Liberty Valence? I love It’s A Wonderful Life too. It isn’t Christmas unless I watch it at least once. Thanks for the bio on him.
I might be mistaken but I think that It's a Wonderful Life is the first movie that Jimmy did after WW2 and that they originally did not want to cast him as the studio thought that he might be 'broken'. Funny that ended up being a movie that he is most known for and I could not see anybody doing that part.
I have always thought it shameful that most don't know of his military service. BTW, while Forest Lawn Glendale is the final resting place for over 1100 famous folks, Marilyn Monroe isn't one of them. She is at Pierce Brothers Westwood. Wishing you blessings and safe travels!
Thank you. I enjoyed this vlog. I too liked Jimmy Stewart. My dad was a B17 pilot in WWII. I would like to think he and Stewart are in heaven sharing their flying experiences.
how cool! thank you for your father's service 😊
One of the best actors even, handsome, a great military presence and a faithful and long married man. RIP Jimmy, your wife and adopted son.
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Jimmy Stewart is my favorite actor and “Harvey” is my favorite movie. What I love about Stewart is he was so humble. A general, and a major movie star, he was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses and a gammy. Literally, hundreds of film-related awards yet, he always seemed to be just a soft-spoken guy from Indiana, Pennsylvania.
Maybe it was Gloria that kept him grounded.
If you ever get back to PA perhaps you could visit Fred Rodgers's grave at Unity Cemetery sits on Unity Cemetery Road about a mile west of Latrobe. Latrobe is the home of the Latrobe Brewery, the original brewer of Rolling Rock beer. Latrobe was the birthplace and childhood home of children's television personality Fred Rogers and former professional golfer Arnold Palmer.
You could also visit Mr Rodgers's original neighborhood Rogers grew up in a large three-story brick house at 737 Weldon Street in Latrobe. Latrobe is about 45 minutes east of Pittsburgh.
Jimmy Stewart was amazing. We knew that Mr. Rodgers was from the PA area...the Heinz history center in pittsburgh talked about him a bit. Didn't know his home was in Latrobe though!
I always saw Jimmy Stewart as having a huge heart. It just seemed to come across, no matter what the role. He is one of those men I hope to meet in Heaven. It's a Wonderful Life is such a meaningful movie and the favorite of millions. You had me almost crying. Hugs!
I'm sure we'll meet him one day 😉
He lived a wonderful life.
💯
My favorite actor ever. Love Harvey and it’s a wonderful life.
20 February 1966: Brigadier General James M. Stewart, United States Air Force Reserve, flew the last combat mission of his military career, a 12 hour, 50 minute “Arc Light” bombing mission over Vietnam, aboard Boeing B-52 Stratofortress of the 736th Bombardment Squadron, 454th Bombardment Wing.
so cool
I'm glad his grave is open to the public would love to go visit him one day might be my favorite actor of all time
He’s the best!
Amazing video. A true hero. One of the great actors
Thank you. We love him too. ❤️
Your work young lady is IMPECCABLE ! ... I am not a film critic but I have a problem with your videos that is THERE AIN'T ENOUGH OF THEM........... Sure hope you read this THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.........
🤣 Thank you so much Frank!
It's a Wonderful Life originally was a flop but soon became a Christmas staple when it came out that the movie studio had made a mistake in filing its copyright. This meant that any TV station could show it any number of times without having to pay royalties.
Yes, thankfully!!! It’s my favorite movie of all time.
You made me cry. Thank you
😊🙏🏻
one of my all time favorites. Been to his museum years back in Indiana pa.
us too!
Love it! Thank you for sharing 🎉❤
Thank you! 😁
Jimmy Stewart flew combat missions in WW2... and a unannounced 2 week tour in Vietnam, Stewart, then a Brigadier General in the USAF reserve, took a two week tour as a pilot on a B-52 bomber. Stewart did so with no publicity... only years after his death was this revealed... He also lost a stepson in Vietnam... ILT. Ronald McLean
amazing man
I'm going to have to look around there someday. My sister and brother-in-law are there too.
great place to visit
Hero n my book. Thank you
We love him too. Thank you for watching.
Want to learn more about Mr. Stewart? talkwithhistory.com/jimmy
A great American hero.
yes!
Wonderful video. Comes close to being sappy but being wonderful covers for s number of things. Keep up your good work.
Thank you so much!
All if Jimmys life that fact was passed over so glad you stated it
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Jimmy Stewart absolutely refused to allow Hollywood to make any movie regarding his military service. He was a big enough star to make it stick.
an amazing man
Recently found your channel and subscribed. History has always fascinated me, and your videos are great! I wasn't sure if you already knew this or not, but there's a book Jimmy Stewart's wartime experiences. It's called Jimmy Stewart Bomber Pilot by Starr Smith. I read it several years ago and liked it.
Thank you for supporting our channel. I haven’t heard of that book but I will be on the lookout for it. Thank you for the suggestion
Jimmy learned to fly at Mines field which was a farmers field….. until it became LAX!!
That is so cool, all the changes he saw. Thank you for watching.
A truly GREAT American RIP Sir
We think so too. Thank you for watching.
Wasn’t Mr. Stewart in the Man Who Shot Liberty Valence? I love It’s A Wonderful Life too. It isn’t Christmas unless I watch it at least once. Thanks for the bio on him.
Yes. The Man who shot Liberty Valance is one of my favorite movies too. We have been to John Wayne’s grave and Lee Marvin’s grave as well
I might be mistaken but I think that It's a Wonderful Life is the first movie that Jimmy did after WW2 and that they originally did not want to cast him as the studio thought that he might be 'broken'. Funny that ended up being a movie that he is most known for and I could not see anybody doing that part.
It was definitely the first movie he did coming back from WW2...to me that's what makes it so much more meaningful too. 😊
Well done Naval Aviator, always enjoy your vids!
Thanks a lot!
What's the little town in Pa?
Indiana, Pennsylvania. 😊 We have a couple videos from there too! 😁🙌🏻 Jimmy Stewart Hometown Walkthrough
th-cam.com/video/UDKtIfCN1AY/w-d-xo.html
I have always thought it shameful that most don't know of his military service. BTW, while Forest Lawn Glendale is the final resting place for over 1100 famous folks, Marilyn Monroe isn't one of them. She is at Pierce Brothers Westwood. Wishing you blessings and safe travels!
Thanks for the catch! We’ll note that in the video description 😊
Steward flew 30 missions in WW2
He was an Air Force pilot, other wise great video.
The Air Force didn’t exist back then. ;)