Gorbachev came to say goodbye to his former enemy and friend. During the Cold War Gorbachev and Reagan were at odds over the Berlin Wall and the START missile talks. Then Russia collapsed and Gorbachev and Reagan held joint speeches at the Wall and Reagan told him to tear it down. On November 9, 1989 The Berlin Wall came down just as both men were leaving office to hand their governments over to Yeltsin and Bush. In retirement Reagan invited Gorbachev over to his ranch and he accepted now he is here to say goodbye.
They started as enemies at first, but only because their predecessors were adversaries. In reality, they were brothers, and represented what the USA and Russia could truly be, and that is brothers and sisters. We need noble men like them so badly in our modern world.
Still get a bit choked watching Gorbachev do that. As a kid I thought that he was going to blow up the world. Now I wish I could tell him thank you for being such a great leader and human being to get together with Reagan and put those fears to rest. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Even though he presided over the USSR, I'd rather Gorbachev running Russia than Putin. He was more respectful and at least he tried to avoid war. Putin on the other hand, well just ask the Ukrainians...
Before he died, Gorbachev said Putin destroyed his life’s work. He wanted the world to get along. No war, just diplomacy. He said diplomacy would make Russia strong and respected. And better for his people. Putin ruined his dream and life’s work. How very different these two Russian leaders are. One actually lived for his people and the other for himself. Mr. Gorbachev, rest in peace.
@@Frozo-nt2ky When the Soviet Union collapsed, Gorbachev could've gotten the red army to seize full control and take out any opposition while staying in power, he chose not to do any of that and stepped down peacefully
@@nick56677 Yes, even when the Soviets were coming down, the Soviets could've just said 'screw it' and start WW3 and bring the world down with them. However, Gorbachev chose not to.
The true friendship between Premier Gorbachev and President Reagan gives me hope that in this generation, President Donald Trump and Premier Kim Jong-Un can find friendship for the sake of world peace and prosperity for North Korea.
Reagan was a respectable man, finding common grounds with a fairly rational leader. Trumps "friendship" with Kim cant be anything but surface level on the media.
Nope, Gorbachev and Reagan were equals... Kim Jong Un is a fearful child in an adults world, waiting for his dynasty to fall, and Trump is just savage to everyone because he doesn't give a fuck.
How in the world could two enemies, two totally different personal ideologies in the end be friends? Reagan and Gorbachev fought each other, they were bitter enemies. But in the end, even after Reagan defeated the Soviet Union, the two became friends. Seeing Gorbachev touch the US flag, the symbol that was opposite of his ideology, and the flag of the Country that defeated his ideology, is INCREDIBLY moving. I will never forget that moment. The two greatest leaders of the world in their time, who in the end despite their differences could respect each other and become friends. Thank you President Reagan for standing strong, standing for freedom and liberties, and not giving in. You helped the free world defeat what was otherwise a threat to those ideals. And Gorbachev, thank you for recognizing what the free world was and needed. Thank you for honoring our President, and being the most humble person the world has ever seen. You were a wonderful leader in the end, and may the world in its history never forget what you had done and the great person you became.
I wasn't even alive for any of this but seeing Gorbachev solemnly place his hand on Reagan's casket was something beautiful. I don't know why but I got emotional.
2 Old mights from a time long gone. The days of the old winter war, during the time when we fought over a race of nuclear deterrence and a stockpile of the most nuclear weapons.
It was quite remarkable that so many world leaders cared a American president died. It is quite uncommon to go to a funeral and pay respect to the deceased. I think that is one of a few times a Canadian 🇨🇦 leader, Russian leader, and Japanese leader attended a funeral for a American president. It's going to be like for Abe's funeral. Most world leaders probably like Abe more than each other, but he was very popular. He loved most countries enthusiastically and every leader ❤️ could sense that.
If there was 1 man like Gorbachev then there must be others. Reagan and Gorbachev had a mutual respect for one another. We can only hope that someday the likes of putin will not be governing Russia. Hopefully someone will step up and take the reins who is more like Gorbachev
If I could meet others from history, the other would be Erwin Rommel, aka "The Desert Fox." I believe he had no resentment to Jews, he was a gentleman on the battlefield and (correct me if wrong). I thought he was somehow linked in the plot to Kill Hitler (Operation Valkyrie)
soviet wall were build to keep people in, Trump wall's is to keep people out... is like comparing the walls of your house with the walls of a prison... fucking idiotic, ignoran... no, go and lick your wounds, pathetic dem...
Because this was 2004? The Soviet Union collapsed Christmas of 1991 when Gorby resigned, from that point on no Soviet uniforms or symbolism was ever worn by officials, it would’ve also been quite disrespectful to wear the uniform that was associated with war at the funeral of a government official
Gorbachev and Raegan were like the two friend that their parents don’t want to hang out together.
King of Hogs I totally agree
Perfectly worded
Well said sir, well said.
I'm using this quote for history.
uh but gorbachev also met george bush too so
Even Gorbachev loved him. So heartwarming seeing that.
Noah Schlegel that's how you know the men running the show from the children we've had in office. Imagine the media was like it is now during this?
Personally I do not think it was love. More like huge respect for the man.
I don't if there was love, but acknowledgement that they both shaped world history.
Yea they became friends in the cold awr
Touching to see Gorbachev's respect!
Reagan was his former enemy and now friend he has come to say goodbye.
Gorbachev came to say goodbye to his former enemy and friend. During the Cold War Gorbachev and Reagan were at odds over the Berlin Wall and the START missile talks. Then Russia collapsed and Gorbachev and Reagan held joint speeches at the Wall and Reagan told him to tear it down. On November 9, 1989 The Berlin Wall came down just as both men were leaving office to hand their governments over to Yeltsin and Bush. In retirement Reagan invited Gorbachev over to his ranch and he accepted now he is here to say goodbye.
And now he’s outlived not only both of his US counterparts but also Margaret Thatcher as well.
They started as enemies at first, but only because their predecessors were adversaries. In reality, they were brothers, and represented what the USA and Russia could truly be, and that is brothers and sisters. We need noble men like them so badly in our modern world.
To bad you will NEVER see this happen again
great story!
@@evanshiong3557 yea so what
R.I.P Gorbachev. He will get to see his best friend in heaven.
What a moral achievement and a testament to life well lived when your biggest adversary comes to pay his respects on your funeral.
Still get a bit choked watching Gorbachev do that. As a kid I thought that he was going to blow up the world. Now I wish I could tell him thank you for being such a great leader and human being to get together with Reagan and put those fears to rest. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Even though he presided over the USSR, I'd rather Gorbachev running Russia than Putin. He was more respectful and at least he tried to avoid war. Putin on the other hand, well just ask the Ukrainians...
Gorbachev was a good man, best president Russia ever had. Not like the thing that’s in there now! Gorbachev was a man everyone could respect.
Before he died, Gorbachev said Putin destroyed his life’s work. He wanted the world to get along. No war, just diplomacy. He said diplomacy would make Russia strong and respected. And better for his people. Putin ruined his dream and life’s work. How very different these two Russian leaders are. One actually lived for his people and the other for himself. Mr. Gorbachev, rest in peace.
Now we pay respects to Gorbachev.
These two men changed the world. Both had the courage to think outside the box
Yes, now we're back to cold war once again.
Lots of people from this are already gone, Nancy, Thatcher, and now Gorbachev today. Times moving fast.
Gorbachev. What a remarkable man. He could have made a blood bath on his way out but chose not to.
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@@Frozo-nt2ky When the Soviet Union collapsed, Gorbachev could've gotten the red army to seize full control and take out any opposition while staying in power, he chose not to do any of that and stepped down peacefully
@@nick56677 Yes, even when the Soviets were coming down, the Soviets could've just said 'screw it' and start WW3 and bring the world down with them. However, Gorbachev chose not to.
What a moment from Gorbachev.
A true statesman.
Gorbachev muttering as he touch the casket: Dasvidaniya, old freind.
I find this very respectful and heartwarming
Rest In Peace both Reagan and Gorbachev.
0:43 "Mr.Gorbachev... PUSH DOWN THIS CASKET"
Bruh
dude like gorbachev liked reagan bro
Not the time, sir.
Or Mr. Gorbachev.....put me in the ground
Reagan would have loved this joke lmao.
Bush's rushy entry out of there felt so disrespectful to me.
Atleast Gorbachev showed some respect.
Goodbye my friend -Gorbachev
It was nice to see that
yeah it was so sad that Ronald Reagan died in 2004 :(
Watching this after the passing of Gorbachev.
I also like how the girl from 2:00 to 2:05 did the sign of the cross. It's a respectful way to say farewell 🙏
Two men that didn’t want war.
The true friendship between Premier Gorbachev and President Reagan gives me hope that in this generation, President Donald Trump and Premier Kim Jong-Un can find friendship for the sake of world peace and prosperity for North Korea.
Reagan was a respectable man, finding common grounds with a fairly rational leader. Trumps "friendship" with Kim cant be anything but surface level on the media.
People are going to lose their minds if Kim jong un shows up at trumps funeral
Reese man19 ironic
Bruh. You literally “reverse carded” me
Nope, Gorbachev and Reagan were equals... Kim Jong Un is a fearful child in an adults world, waiting for his dynasty to fall, and Trump is just savage to everyone because he doesn't give a fuck.
Gorbachev compared to every Soviet/Modern russian leader is much better and respectful
Honour and respect, can be found amongst implacable enemies.
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How in the world could two enemies, two totally different personal ideologies in the end be friends? Reagan and Gorbachev fought each other, they were bitter enemies. But in the end, even after Reagan defeated the Soviet Union, the two became friends. Seeing Gorbachev touch the US flag, the symbol that was opposite of his ideology, and the flag of the Country that defeated his ideology, is INCREDIBLY moving. I will never forget that moment. The two greatest leaders of the world in their time, who in the end despite their differences could respect each other and become friends. Thank you President Reagan for standing strong, standing for freedom and liberties, and not giving in. You helped the free world defeat what was otherwise a threat to those ideals. And Gorbachev, thank you for recognizing what the free world was and needed. Thank you for honoring our President, and being the most humble person the world has ever seen. You were a wonderful leader in the end, and may the world in its history never forget what you had done and the great person you became.
I wasn't even alive for any of this but seeing Gorbachev solemnly place his hand on Reagan's casket was something beautiful. I don't know why but I got emotional.
That was sad to see :-( even though Reagan was no angel, his acting was cool and he had awesome energy and humour...Reagan & Gorby got on well
Now they're both drinking champagne and vodka in heavan
@0:47 should be a picture in history books around the world.
“Press F to pay respects”
0:46 good he didn`t push the coffin down....
He wanted to collapse the grave like Soviet union
It is a shame that Russia and the U.S. do not have leaders like this now.
Loved even by his enemies
Amazing how many people inject political beliefs at the worst times.
Bush to Laura at 0:13: The cameras on us, remember as we rehearsed, were "compassionate conservatives"
“Goodbye my friend”
This one gave me chills! Why we didnt learn anything from these leaders.
2 Old mights from a time long gone. The days of the old winter war, during the time when we fought over a race of nuclear deterrence and a stockpile of the most nuclear weapons.
Gorbachev and Reagan 2 brothers from another Mother, simple as that, I bet they drink a lot of vodka together and play a lot of poker.
When a Former Leader of a different country is at your funeral….You know you did a great job as this country’s leader…..
Rest in peace Mr. Gorbachev.
Goodbye, old friend
Gorbachev and Reagan save people
It was quite remarkable that so many world leaders cared a American president died. It is quite uncommon to go to a funeral and pay respect to the deceased. I think that is one of a few times a Canadian 🇨🇦 leader, Russian leader, and Japanese leader attended a funeral for a American president. It's going to be like for Abe's funeral. Most world leaders probably like Abe more than each other, but he was very popular. He loved most countries enthusiastically and every leader ❤️ could sense that.
2 old mights from a time long gone❤
If there was 1 man like Gorbachev then there must be others. Reagan and Gorbachev had a mutual respect for one another. We can only hope that someday the likes of putin will not be governing Russia. Hopefully someone will step up and take the reins who is more like Gorbachev
bush 2 behavior is very weird even in this day of tribute, it shows his real nature
Everyone gangsta till gorby shows up
Pope John Paul II, Reagan, and Gorbachev together ended the Cold War. Gorbachev symbolized Russia at its best.
who would u rather spend the day with and get to know: Putin or Gorbachev?
Gorbachev for sure
If I could meet others from history, the other would be Erwin Rommel, aka "The Desert Fox." I believe he had no resentment to Jews, he was a gentleman on the battlefield and (correct me if wrong). I thought he was somehow linked in the plot to Kill Hitler (Operation Valkyrie)
SHOW JFK FUNERAL, WHY NOT SHOW IT ,
You can just find another video that shows JFK’s funeral
You’re on the wrong video . It’s on TH-cam , just look it up
So sick of Megan Markle ads.
Im late
Tear down this wall Mr Trump. Better, dont build it.
Batracio Cascarudo mr trump. Build the wall
soviet wall were build to keep people in, Trump wall's is to keep people out...
is like comparing the walls of your house with the walls of a prison... fucking idiotic, ignoran...
no, go and lick your wounds, pathetic dem...
Trump=Gorby's reality in reverse
The wall is being built now.
Flag on the play unnecessary trump reference
Why the fuck wasn't Gorbachev using a soviet uniform
Because this was 2004? The Soviet Union collapsed Christmas of 1991 when Gorby resigned, from that point on no Soviet uniforms or symbolism was ever worn by officials, it would’ve also been quite disrespectful to wear the uniform that was associated with war at the funeral of a government official
There's only Gorbachev is good in russia