At 52 seconds in the Soldier in blue is Mark Hale who would go onto die in Afghanistan helping and injured comrade to safety. My friend and greatly missed by all who knew him including his wife and girls. He was the longest serving British soldier to be killed in Afghanistan. That is the Devon and Dorset Regiment in blue.
@dulls It is so very very sad that Mark...and all others... should die in a war that never should have happened. My thinking is that their deaths are the result of lunatic actions by Blair and Bush. My sincerest condolences.
Even 21 years later, this still makes me cry. I’m English and I’m so proud that this was done by our beautiful, late Queen Elizabeth for our grieving brothers and sisters across the pond. 🇺🇸🇬🇧
@joelcohn5183 Did you know that the tune was written by an Englishman called John Stafford Smith and became the official tune to the American national anthem in 1931
At that moment in time you didn't have to be an American to feel hurt and shocked for what had happened, it was a time of such uncertainty. Plus many people forget that more British people died in 9/11 than any other single act of terrorism. I know that it may seem a simple act to play the Star Spangled Banner. However, it was first time in history that another national anthem was played during the Changing of the Guard and broke hundreds of years of tradition. As I said, a simple act but I think people in the UK wanted to show solidarity with the US and to say we feel your pain and grief. I'm so pleased that Her Majesty let the anthem be played.
Honestly the UK and USA will always share something special. I love that it was done in part to show US citizens stranded in the UK that they're in our hearts and we are mourning with them
" the UK and USA will always share something special " ! Like all the US funding for the IRA who were blowing up & shooting civilians in the UK, that's special is it ! How would you feel if we openly funded al-Qaeda, or portrayed them in British made films as nice guys.
Well you could also do the Nazis and the Confederacy aswell which why was the US not punished we were for trading with the Confederates they wasnt for the Nazis the double standards. I will like the San Juan Island's back as part of the reparations as they were wrongly taken away from us (as part of the reparations for trading with the Confederacy) so its only fair we ask for it
@@Chris66able Very true. I wonder if the moronic c*#ts still give money and cheer on the scum Or have they woke up since they got a taste of terrorism .
@@dennisgoatimer1079 better to compare the Nazi, Fascist and Democrat affiliation rather than the Confederacy. Democrats and Confederacy are related but not the same thing. Kinda like cats, dogs and mammals are related.
Even though you've been working for us for ever 😂🤣 there's alot of us proud Brits who consider your great nation as our younger, loud and goofy brother 🇬🇧👊🇺🇸
Speak for yourself. America has gone to shit, the "special relationship" is over and going forward, we'd be much better aligning with Russia and China..... Just saying.
@@grizzlygamer8891 I am speaking for myself, why would i be speaking for someone else. I don't get you, I'm speaking for me. What are you on about, myself is who I'm speaking for, now repeat that back, so I know that you understand.
That was so very kind of Her Majesty to request this. Such an act of solidarity. I still miss Queen Elizabeth. She was classy, gracious, kind, and had a great sense of humor as well!
The UK and USA are like twins who at one point and time had a bitter fight and separation, but who later reconciled and are now inseparably close. Bound by a common history. We are brother and sister. Loved the reaction! I will never forget where I was when I first heard that a plane had hit the World Trade Center.
This was the single most honorable thing a monarch has ever done to honor us. And, that it be America's mother country...the country we declared independence from is just awesome! Thank you!
Even now, it stirs up huge emotion in me whenever I see footage or related coverage. As a Brit, it was one of the main reasons I joined the military. My life certainly changed that day.
Totally agree with this comment, that day America was under attack but it hurt and shocked the rest of the world to its core. No matter how many times I see footage of 9/11 it never gets any less harrowing. Those poor innocent people of New York City seen and experienced things no person should ever see.
I'm Welsh British, lived in UK all my life and I was still reeling in shock and anger over 9/11 on that day. My heart went out to America, but I felt helpless on how to let Americans know how deeply my feelings and my respect ran. The Queen, God bless her, understood and spoke for the whole nation when she ordered the American anthem to be played at the changing of the guard. It felt like we were telling you to stand strong, that we were with you in your grief. I cried hard when the band were playing and the Americans at the railings were trying to hold it together. The music and the message from 🇬🇧 to 🇺🇸 broke through my shock and anger and allowed me to cry.
Thank you, Gilly. I'll never forget this gesture. I'm truly devastated over the loss of your Queen, and this is a big part of why. God Save the King. We love you forever.
I was living in Hungary at that time, and as an Australian I felt national solidarity with the US, but to see so many Hungarians also deeply moved and saddened, (and in complete solidarity with the US), broadened my emotional horizons. In mourning with the US nation, I felt a deep level of human solidarity in the sanctity of human life, and I will never forget that sad time.
It's a shame that it takes a tragedy like this to make people realize whats most important in life..I myself feel like the world now has taken a step backwards. I am a proud American but not as proud as I used to be of my country. To all our allies, no matter what you have seen on tv, we are greatful and always will feel comfort in knowing we have the support and would stand by your side in support of any conflict..Its a crazy world now !
I was working in London that week and went to the US Embassy to sign the book of condolence. It was a moving experience so many people sending messages of support to our friends over the Atlantic, flowers and other tributes.
I remember seeing this at the time and still being in shock after 911. My heart swelled with pride and unity that the UK stood side by side with USA and we will forever 🇬🇧🇺🇲🇦🇺
I did not know about this ! I think I was in shock for a long while after the event and missed a lot of news at that time. SO glad that the Queen offered Britain’s support in this way and I’m tearing-up remembering the dreadful event.
I was days away from turning 1 year old. Honestly, as a British citizen I did not know of this GREAT gesture of solidarity on the part of Her Majesty, but after these years it was with great emotion that I watched the video!
9/11 affected us all, not just USA. I remember seeing it on the news that morning and it broke my heart! I cried then and I’m crying now. I’ll never forget that morning when I saw the news. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this atrocity 🏴💔
I could see your emotion then my friend. We will always stand against terrorism and the relevant authorities do a great job to keep us safe but the way the world is something will always get through and cause hurt and pain. In the UK on July 7th 2005 London was hit with multiple attacks across the city causing death and destruction. We called that 7/7. That day was my 21st birthday. I cancelled all plans I had. I couldn't celebrate after seeing all what happened. I hope one day in the future the world rids itself of these lowlife people who bring religion into their awful atrocities. Great reaction my friend 🇬🇧🇺🇸
It was also played at the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Windsor Castle, where the Queen was in residence, on the twentieth anniversary on 09/11/21, in the presence of American dignitaries.
they do change thing up from time to time, i think the funniest one was when the saudi king came to the palace and the guards played the empire theme from star wars in protest. ( the queen also drove him as women weren't allowed to drive in saudi).
I remember this happening, everything came to a standstill around the Palace, you couldn’t hear in this video but there were a lot of people singing it, there were lots of American tourists and American people who live here in the crowd, it was very emotional.
@@raymondscott6720 ah yes that’s right of course, I remember this being one of the reasons so many Americans were stuck here at the time. All they will have wanted to do is get home but the anxiety of having to fly back must have been truly awful.
See the posted video taken 3 days after 9/11 at a memorial service for the victims of the attack. The entire congregation in St. Paul's Cathedral, London, sang the "Star Spangled Banner" along with crowds gathered outside the cathedral. It's moving too to see the solidarity that British folks were showing with Americans at that tragic time.
We British have stronger kinship with America than we do our nearest neighbours. 3,000 miles to the US, 21 miles to France and we have always felt closer to the Americans.
9/11 a day never to forget & i never will. There was a huge wave of horror, disgust, sympathy & love that took over the UK then for those lost in that crime against Humanity. Many wanted to share their feelings with America & many tributes from not only the UK but globally showered the Usa. Our unique shared history, similarities & Democratic free societies, were as one for sometime after the event. A touching scene there & shows how respectful Her Majesty the Queen is. Every British Person certainly agreed with that rare unique occasion of the Star Spangled Banner being played by those guards! An honour for it to be played & just as much honour given! 🇬🇧❤🇺🇸
Horrendous event. Think 9/11 effected most people round the world as unfortunately these types of events do. I often think about the UK/US relationship as siblings were we squabble but when real stuff happens we've got your back.
I feel like on times like these our queen knows the right tone, it’s very moving and my heart goes out to all those who died and their families. We will never forget🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸
God bless the US, the UK, the world and Queen Elizabeth II. May she still have many years ahead of her even now. How much she will be missed when she's gone is unimaginable.
I remember this day and i stood and cried too. The Queen has a great heart despite what people think and wayward family members say. It was the right thing to do. Thanks for the reaction.
I am British/ Irish I have dual citizenship as my parents were Irish and I was born in London, England were I still live. I have American cousin's and one of them was in the South Tower of the World Trade Centre in New York when it collapsed, he was on the Stairwell when it collapsed and he was buried under the rubble. He was rescued two days later, he was taken to hospital and after some time he was released from hospital. He suffered psychological trauma as all his friends plus his best friend died. September 11th is much remembered in our family just like all survivors and those who lost loved ones on that day. The main thing that will live with me watching it on TV here in England is those incredible heroes of the FDNY, NYPD, Paramedics, FBI, Port Authorities and others on that pile of concrete, metal girders, dust trying to dig through to rescue people after what those Firefighters and Police Officers went through earlier, especially knowing that many hundreds of there colleagues, friends, brothers, sisters, family that died doing there job saving strangers. The FDNY and the NYPD are heroes of mine and are the best. Those who gave there lives to save others are heroes and Angels. 💂♂️💂♂️💂♂️💂♂️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🏴🏴🏴🏴🚓🚔🚒🚑🇺🇸
I remember when they did this. There were a lot of Americans in London at the time of the attack, and plenty in the crowd there by the looks of it. But you didn't have to be American to feel the hurt. I remember watching it on TV from London. A day people all around the world will never forget.
I was talking to my mom, who was at the University of Calgary at the time, a d she said that when the attack went public. Everyone was surprised and angry
One other hint of how powerful that was, there was probably dozens of American tourists visiting London while the attacks were happening and they weren’t able to go home because flights were halted to the US for a period following the attacks. Also, towards the beginning, the man who was standing beside Prince Andrew wi5 his hand on his heart was the American Ambassador to the UK at the time, he was invited to the palace by the Queen and was the guest of honor for that performance. A few days later, President Bush made a speech before a joint session of congress and he mentioned this being played at the palace and expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Tony Blair (who flew to the US and was in congress for that speech) for his devotion to aiding the US. He said, “America has no truer friend than Great Britain!” Upon which, the entire Congrees stood and applauded the Prime Minister. That shows the deep connections the US and UK have. 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸 Also, for future reference, when pronouncing Buckingham Palace, it is pronounced, “Bucking-um”, NOT “Bucking-Ham”! Just thought I would throw that out there,
First time another countries national anthem has played outside Buckingham Palace in 500 year's. It was a stand to say UK is with usa BUT more importantly it was actually for the American citizens stranded in UK at the time as they could not fly home for a sense that they was in our hearts at the time. That's why in particular you see the usa diplomats from usa embassy to uk there too
MORE importantly? I think you've got those the wrong way round - a few stranded ex-pats was far less important than the symbolism of complete solidarity.
@@artsed08 most Brits probably wouldnt of give a shit about the anthem being played, to use this anthem is a joke, this was to show Americans that we are allied and that we actually care it was a strategic political move to strenghen the bond between countries, i belive France did the same with putting the US flag next to the eiffel tower
Buckingham Palace isn't 500 years old - it was completed in 1703, and I don't think national anthems were a thing for about another 100 years after that.
When you consider the history of the song, and the fact that it was written during a time of war with Britain, it is especially meaningful. Very touching.
This was a mark of respect and solidarity by Her Majesty towards what is after all a former colony. She is a very caring and considerate person and takes her role as head of state extremely seriously.
It is worthy of note that in requesting The Star-Spangled Banner be played, Her Majesty broke with a tradition that had lasted over 600 years. For centuries, the Bands of the Household Division played music during the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and all the other Royal Palaces and Castles. The music played during the ceremony has always been a mix of traditional British songs and popular music of the day. However, foreign national anthems were only played for state visits in honor of foreign dignitaries. Such was the solidarity of the time, and the kinship between our nations. 🇬🇧🇺🇲
The band not only played the Star Spangled Banner, all The tunes played were American including the Battle Hymn of the Republic. The crowd were very tearful but they all stood tall and proud, not to be forgotten
Have a picture of my brother, my uncle and myself on top of one of the observation decks of the towers as we visited NYC in December of 2000. 9 months later, they were gone. Some people might think this is a small gesture, but it is a massive show of respect and means a lot. Thank you brothers and sisters in the UK 🇬🇧
200,000 Americans live in the UK. I work with at least three in my own department today and they are some of the best people I've ever known. God, how I remember this awful time especially having lived in the US when I was a kid in the late 70s / early 80s. It was a beautiful late summer's afternoon on 9/11 (two days after my 29th birthday) where I was in the UK and I was doing some chores in town when I heard the news on the radio. I rushed home just in time to see the second plane hit the South Tower on TV. I was totally speechless; it was an earth shattering moment. I immediately called my parents who were abroad at the time. They had good friends in NYC so I can only imagine how they felt. Of course, it was much worse for the victims and their families - that should go without saying. I'm just proud that we offered unflinching support as best we could during the dark aftermath and beyond. Thanks for uploading this and God bless the US.
I’m British I felt hurt by it and angry, How dare they do this to our friends I thought. This wasn’t just any attack, it’s an attack on what both countries stand for and hold dear because we share the same values as our friends and family across the pond. There was more Brits killed in that terrorist attack than in any other terrorist attack in history and that should tell you something. I have friends and family who live in NY but I thank God they were all safe when it happened. The first thing I done when I saw what was happening was to call them from the U.K. to make sure they were safe…..all of them……
Stuart , Stuart, oh dear, oh dear. Did you not go to school Stuart ? “ The first thing I done when I seen what was happening……” Is this some sort of pidgin English ?
@@ruadhagainagaidheal9398 this is TH-cam, I’m not really concerned about spelling and grammar as long as my message gets across so did those words resonate with your vocabulary you pompous fool. Next time spare a thought for those who grew up with learning disability’s and hold your tongue or words in this case.
@@simonsaunders8147 this is TH-cam not a biography and I’m not going to put in a lot of effort as long as my point is made and understood which you seem to have had no problem understanding. Yes it’s lazy but its frigging TH-cam everyone is guilty of it and on top of this I suffer with ADD.
I was living in London at the time. Was so weird to see so many soldiers and cops with huge automatic rifles on almost every corner in the central area for a while, because they feared a similar attack on London. Felt so strange at the time.
I think it was 67 British people that died on 9/11. Britain had more than its fair share of terrorist attacks also, there was so much empathy for all that died. A very special moment.
I remember that!! It was a wonderful gesture of solidarity. Perhaps even more importantly, our friends in the UK sent more troops to help in Afghanistan than any other ally. The wisdom of that war can be debated, but the value of such allies cannot! I truly regret all the losses the UK has endured in them....and kind of regret that we don't hear much about it. I hope our diplomats there make our appreciation known! you might find the speech given in Paris by the French president after the NYC and DC attacks...also very moving.
I remember the day so clearly I was running a pub and we got lots of Americans coming in to watch the tv! one had a relative in the Trade Centre and managed to find out they were ok! was V emotional!
I'm from Cape Town and I was at university when we heard what had happened, all classes had been cancelled for the day, at noon the Cape noon day gun was fired 21 times and all flags had been lowered to half mast. It was truly a shocking and sad day for the free world and was felt around the world.
I'm Australian, and back then I had an alarm clock that was a radio. I woke up to the news on the radio, I had to go switch on the TV, then I got the full story of what was happening. I felt so sick but had to go in to work, but hardly anyone came in to shop (I work in a huge retail store), a lot of employees had to go home, people were crying, basically everything changed that day. Your country was not alone in it's pain, it was felt everywhere, all our hearts broke for you and with you. This was a nice gesture from the Queen I guess.
Things like this happened all over the UK. I am American born but was raised in Greenock, Scotland and the Greenock Fire Brigade erected a commemorative "rock" dedicated to the NY Firemen who attended the attack on the WTC and to all first responders who were lost on that horrible day! xx
You are very fortunate to be too young to remember. That day was a time I never expected to see in our own country. My mother used to say, "We'd never be attacked because the rest of the world is in dept to us". You were wrong mom. Never thought we'd ever see the plague & so many other things beyond our scope. Nice to know that our Mother country stands with us still.
I remember the BBC Proms season not long after 9/11. The programme was changed slightly, Felix Slatkin conducted Barber's Adagio for Strings with a request for no applause. Yes, despite my British stiff upper lip, I cried. We don't forget.
This gesture of togetherness, and support, in one of the most horrific days I have ever witnessed in this country, still brings tears to my eyes, I will forever be grateful for our brothers and sisters across the pond.
I am from Scotland and remember sitting in my old house crying at the TV when the world watched the terrible events of 9/11. I called my family in the state's and just cried. So sad and world changing.
I remember it happened during my first week at secondary school when I was 11. I finished school and when I got home I just couldn’t believe what I was seeing on the TV. It wasn’t something I’d thankfully ever needed to comprehend before. A day most people will remember where they were, such was the shocking nature of the atrocity. A day that reverberated throughout the world. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
I had never seen this clip before... I can only imagine how overwhelming it must have been, for Americans there that day, having just witnessed the attacks on the USA.... Having your National Anthem played by OUR Royal Palace Guards... As has been said previously, it is without precedent... The emotion in the crowd can be clearly seen.
If you were touched by this you should watch the last night of the proms, it was only days after 9/11, with an American conductor and they played Adagio for strings. It is the best most emotional rendition of it I have ever heard.
9/11 .... We were on leave from work ... We are English (well I am a Dual UK/US National from birth but born in England) .... I heard something on the radio so put the TV on ..... We watched LIVE as the Towers fell ..... For the days that followed we were numb, bewildered, it was so surreal, spending days in a trance .... We then watched the Proms a few days later and THAT Rendition of 'Adagio for Strings' just broke the camels back and my husband and I began to sob ... The floodgates literally opened and released so much heartache, sadness and pent up emotion ... Neither of us will EVER forget it ..... No-one will forget .... And nor should we ...
Every year that rolls around, I watch as many 9-11 videos as I can. We must never forget. I will always remember the terrors of that day, and never take our freedoms for granted.
The UK had suffered from many years of terrorist attacks, mainly IRA, more recently religious radicalism, and as such feels an affinity to all nations who suffer similar attacks. Add to that the sheer enormity to our closest and most trusted ally, the huge loss of life and you can understand why such a break in protocol was made with no hesitation. Personally I remember that day well, watching it live, and will never forget it to my dying day. I doubt anyone else will either.
Despite all, there is a huge and permanent bond between the UK and the USA... it will always be there, and I remember how much pain (as a brit) I felt at the time of 9/11. The Coldstream guards played beautifully.
Last year the queen also requested the Star-Spangled banner be played again you might want to take a look at that as well. And I'm not too sure when it was but there was a terrorist attack on British sports and United States played the anthem of England you might want to take a look at that as well
My pastor was stranded in UK at this time. No planes were flying. Everyone was so supportive. St pauls Cathedral had a special worship service. His small hotel let him stay for free until he could get a flight out.
Remember as well a lot of those Americans were effectively stuck in the UK because flights were suspended. It may be a small thing, but this is our way of standing with you after that terrible event.
I remember that day, I'd gone to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription and I'd letf the TV on, when I got home I I thought it was a film, I was shocked to see the devastation it caused, I'm not a monarchist but far play to the Queen to have the American national anthem played and to the Coldstream guards for learning it, I hope America reciprocates when the Queen dies and play the British National Anthem at the White House
"The enemy of my friend is my enemy." Never has that been so true than what happened that day. When they attacked the USA they, in effect, attacked Britain too. We were never not going to fully support the USA and always will. The Union Jack will always fly proudly alongside the Stars and Stripes! Regardless of history, you are cousins across the ocean. We must remember, after the War of Independence, the King gave your founding fathers his blessing and best wishes for the future.
I was in the USA on that day, and saw the impact that this event had on the country. Due to the amount of hotel rooms taken up by those who could not fly, I nearly failed to get a room that night.
I'm English/Scottish, and I remember I was sitting at my dad's bedside in hospital because he'd been taken in with pneumonia. He had been supposed to travel to the US for a conference, but obviously was unable to fly. Everyone in the room was sitting up in bed, glued to a single tiny little TV on wheels, saying all sorts of unprintable words. None of us could believe what we were seeing. I remember telling my American friends that my heart was with them. How could it not be? You are our cousins - we love you and are probably constantly irritated with you at the same time. But if somebody else attacks you? That's not cool. I hadn't even realised the point you made about the Star Spangled Banner and the battle it refers to. That's incredible. But yeah, the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air and all that was because we were literally at war with you!!! Wow. Wooow.
How can something 22 years ago still evoke so much emotion. I'm in tears. Our Queen always knew the right thing to do to show solidarity in low key ways 🥰
I had tickets to fly to New York (from Scotland) on this very day. Didn't get there, clearly. I'm old enough to remember it as if it were yesterday. It was so immediately apparent that EVERYTHING changed on that day. The world changed. It wasn't just the terrible destruction and loss of life on the day that was terrifying, it was the knowledge that nothing was every going to be the same again. And it never has been. Must get to New York one day, still haven't made it!
Although we Brits might not like to admit it, we have a soft spot for our Uncle Sam. There are many American bases in the UK & every 4th of July your boys open the gates for us to help celebrate your freedom from....... well us. Burgers, rides & entertainment. All your guys are friendly and generous and on that day we are all honoury Americans 😘
I was there because I was stranded in London enroute to my home in Wyoming. I was standing at the foot of statue of Queen Victoria Memorial. A moving experience, the British people went out of their way to share our grief.
AS an American have you ever heard a better played version? No 'interpretations' like we see at the Superbowl just how it should be played. Just a gentle point: The words to this anthem were written during the War of 1812 not the War of Independence (or the second British Civil War as we know it). Even more ironic is that the tune is an old Royal Navy drinking song and was used for words written during a Royal Navy bombardment. 9/11 was a most tragic day for us apart from the total tragedy and evil act that it was. More Brits were killed in this one act than any other act of terrorism.
Hey.....Down with the British ! As a Brit, I've never ever heard the Star Speckled Banner played so well and it was a 'First to be played at Buckingham Palace by Her Majesty's Royal Command. God bless America.
British guy here. 31, born and bred in the U.K. don’t really know our national anthem or anything about the guards and changing of! Will learn one day! Love your videos
At 52 seconds in the Soldier in blue is Mark Hale who would go onto die in Afghanistan helping and injured comrade to safety. My friend and greatly missed by all who knew him including his wife and girls. He was the longest serving British soldier to be killed in Afghanistan. That is the Devon and Dorset Regiment in blue.
R.I.P.
@dulls It is so very very sad that Mark...and all others... should die in a war that never should have happened. My thinking is that their deaths are the result of lunatic actions by Blair and Bush.
My sincerest condolences.
RIP 🙏🕯️
RIP
I'm so sorry .
Even 21 years later, this still makes me cry. I’m English and I’m so proud that this was done by our beautiful, late Queen Elizabeth for our grieving brothers and sisters across the pond. 🇺🇸🇬🇧
@joelcohn5183 Did you know that the tune was written by an Englishman called
John Stafford Smith and became the official tune to the American national anthem in 1931
She was a class act
God save our gracious Queen ❤️
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We love our American Brothers and Sisters ❤ 🏴 🇬🇧
At that moment in time you didn't have to be an American to feel hurt and shocked for what had happened, it was a time of such uncertainty. Plus many people forget that more British people died in 9/11 than any other single act of terrorism.
I know that it may seem a simple act to play the Star Spangled Banner. However, it was first time in history that another national anthem was played during the Changing of the Guard and broke hundreds of years of tradition. As I said, a simple act but I think people in the UK wanted to show solidarity with the US and to say we feel your pain and grief. I'm so pleased that Her Majesty let the anthem be played.
We all support each other in crisis. I still remember all the countries that stood with us after the Manchester bombings. Crazy time
@Justin C Hear hear.
Thank you. I never thought I'd be so sad about the passing of your great Queen. I love you guys so much. God Save the King.
@bobbybigboyyes Not more than Americans, more than other British people in any other single terrorist attack.
@bobbybigboyyes More British citizens were killed in the 9/11 attack (67) than in any other terrorist attack- even the London bombings of 2005 (52)
Honestly the UK and USA will always share something special. I love that it was done in part to show US citizens stranded in the UK that they're in our hearts and we are mourning with them
" the UK and USA will always share something special " ! Like all the US funding for the IRA who were blowing up & shooting civilians in the UK, that's special is it ! How would you feel if we openly funded al-Qaeda, or portrayed them in British made films as nice guys.
@mcchickenz Good example if you read properly !
Well you could also do the Nazis and the Confederacy aswell which why was the US not punished we were for trading with the Confederates they wasnt for the Nazis the double standards. I will like the San Juan Island's back as part of the reparations as they were wrongly taken away from us (as part of the reparations for trading with the Confederacy) so its only fair we ask for it
@@Chris66able Very true. I wonder if the moronic c*#ts still give money and cheer on the scum Or have they woke up since they got a taste of terrorism .
@@dennisgoatimer1079 better to compare the Nazi, Fascist and Democrat affiliation rather than the Confederacy. Democrats and Confederacy are related but not the same thing. Kinda like cats, dogs and mammals are related.
Even though you've been working for us for ever 😂🤣 there's alot of us proud Brits who consider your great nation as our younger, loud and goofy brother 🇬🇧👊🇺🇸
@@Bill_Dingsite 👊
Only half of it has now gone insane
I don’t
Speak for yourself. America has gone to shit, the "special relationship" is over and going forward, we'd be much better aligning with Russia and China..... Just saying.
@@grizzlygamer8891 I am speaking for myself, why would i be speaking for someone else. I don't get you, I'm speaking for me. What are you on about, myself is who I'm speaking for, now repeat that back, so I know that you understand.
That was so very kind of Her Majesty to request this. Such an act of solidarity.
I still miss Queen Elizabeth. She was classy, gracious, kind, and had a great sense of humor as well!
The UK and USA are like twins who at one point and time had a bitter fight and separation, but who later reconciled and are now inseparably close. Bound by a common history. We are brother and sister. Loved the reaction! I will never forget where I was when I first heard that a plane had hit the World Trade Center.
YES IDEED🇬🇧💯🇺🇸🎯
You can also check out the Queen's 9/11 speech when she places a wreath in remembrance of the Brits and Americans who died that day.
It must be said that we British know how to do ceremonies, even when paying a simple tribute to our injured ally. I cried too.
Proud of our wonderful Queen for showing such compassion. Emotional for all those watching. RIP all those that lost their lives so tragically.
This was the single most honorable thing a monarch has ever done to honor us. And, that it be America's mother country...the country we declared independence from is just awesome! Thank you!
we are brothers and sisters in arm andlove
YES, INDEED.T.Y.🇬🇧🇺🇸
That represents the enduring friendship between our two peoples.
Even now, it stirs up huge emotion in me whenever I see footage or related coverage. As a Brit, it was one of the main reasons I joined the military. My life certainly changed that day.
Thank you so much!
That’s quite an amazing story
Totally agree with this comment, that day America was under attack but it hurt and shocked the rest of the world to its core. No matter how many times I see footage of 9/11 it never gets any less harrowing. Those poor innocent people of New York City seen and experienced things no person should ever see.
A mother singing to her injured child. God bless our two nations 🇬🇧🇺🇲
wow thats an incredible sentiment
Brilliant and touching
damn that made me cry lol
TRUER WORDS NEVER SPOKEN,🇬🇧🇺🇸♥️🙏🎯💯
The Coldstream Gaurds are the oldest continuously serving regiment in the British Army formed in 1650🏴
Extremely moving. The News anchor was the late Peter Jennings, and he was on the verge of tears too.
How can you not be on the verge of tears, or, just choke up with emotions? 20 years later, it still makes want to.
I'm Welsh British, lived in UK all my life and I was still reeling in shock and anger over 9/11 on that day. My heart went out to America, but I felt helpless on how to let Americans know how deeply my feelings and my respect ran. The Queen, God bless her, understood and spoke for the whole nation when she ordered the American anthem to be played at the changing of the guard. It felt like we were telling you to stand strong, that we were with you in your grief. I cried hard when the band were playing and the Americans at the railings were trying to hold it together. The music and the message from 🇬🇧 to 🇺🇸 broke through my shock and anger and allowed me to cry.
Thank you, Gilly. I'll never forget this gesture. I'm truly devastated over the loss of your Queen, and this is a big part of why. God Save the King. We love you forever.
Bless you from all of my friends and family in the USA
Still very very emotional watching that today. Special moments out of horrible horrible events. 🏴🇬🇧🇺🇸
I didn’t know they played that...it was very touching and good on you for bringing it to light so people can see it now
I was living in Hungary at that time, and as an Australian I felt national solidarity with the US, but to see so many Hungarians also deeply moved and saddened, (and in complete solidarity with the US), broadened my emotional horizons. In mourning with the US nation, I felt a deep level of human solidarity in the sanctity of human life, and I will never forget that sad time.
It's a shame that it takes a tragedy like this to make people realize whats most important in life..I myself feel like the world now has taken a step backwards. I am a proud American but not as proud as I used to be of my country. To all our allies, no matter what you have seen on tv, we are greatful and always will feel comfort in knowing we have the support and would stand by your side in support of any conflict..Its a crazy world now !
I was working in London that week and went to the US Embassy to sign the book of condolence. It was a moving experience so many people sending messages of support to our friends over the Atlantic, flowers and other tributes.
I remember seeing this at the time and still being in shock after 911. My heart swelled with pride and unity that the UK stood side by side with USA and we will forever 🇬🇧🇺🇲🇦🇺
I did not know about this ! I think I was in shock for a long while after the event and missed a lot of news at that time. SO glad that the Queen offered Britain’s support in this way and I’m tearing-up remembering the dreadful event.
I was days away from turning 1 year old. Honestly, as a British citizen I did not know of this GREAT gesture of solidarity on the part of Her Majesty, but after these years it was with great emotion that I watched the video!
9/11 affected us all, not just USA. I remember seeing it on the news that morning and it broke my heart! I cried then and I’m crying now. I’ll never forget that morning when I saw the news. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this atrocity 🏴💔
I could see your emotion then my friend. We will always stand against terrorism and the relevant authorities do a great job to keep us safe but the way the world is something will always get through and cause hurt and pain. In the UK on July 7th 2005 London was hit with multiple attacks across the city causing death and destruction. We called that 7/7. That day was my 21st birthday. I cancelled all plans I had. I couldn't celebrate after seeing all what happened. I hope one day in the future the world rids itself of these lowlife people who bring religion into their awful atrocities. Great reaction my friend 🇬🇧🇺🇸
It was also played at the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Windsor Castle, where the Queen was in residence, on the twentieth anniversary on 09/11/21, in the presence of American dignitaries.
they do change thing up from time to time, i think the funniest one was when the saudi king came to the palace and the guards played the empire theme from star wars in protest. ( the queen also drove him as women weren't allowed to drive in saudi).
Lots of Americans in London on holiday at the time. The crowd was mostly Americans. You can tell by the way they look.
I remember this happening, everything came to a standstill around the Palace, you couldn’t hear in this video but there were a lot of people singing it, there were lots of American tourists and American people who live here in the crowd, it was very emotional.
As I recall Jeff, transatlantic flights were cancelled thus leaving American tourists stranded.
@@raymondscott6720 ah yes that’s right of course, I remember this being one of the reasons so many Americans were stuck here at the time. All they will have wanted to do is get home but the anxiety of having to fly back must have been truly awful.
See the posted video taken 3 days after 9/11 at a memorial service for the victims of the attack. The entire congregation in St. Paul's Cathedral, London, sang the "Star Spangled Banner" along with crowds gathered outside the cathedral. It's moving too to see the solidarity that British folks were showing with Americans at that tragic time.
We British have stronger kinship with America than we do our nearest neighbours. 3,000 miles to the US, 21 miles to France and we have always felt closer to the Americans.
@@Pilot.0101because we are brothers and sisters.
9/11 a day never to forget & i never will. There was a huge wave of horror, disgust, sympathy & love that took over the UK then for those lost in that crime against Humanity. Many wanted to share their feelings with America & many tributes from not only the UK but globally showered the Usa. Our unique shared history, similarities & Democratic free societies, were as one for sometime after the event. A touching scene there & shows how respectful Her Majesty the Queen is. Every British Person certainly agreed with that rare unique occasion of the Star Spangled Banner being played by those guards! An honour for it to be played & just as much honour given! 🇬🇧❤🇺🇸
Horrendous event. Think 9/11 effected most people round the world as unfortunately these types of events do.
I often think about the UK/US relationship as siblings were we squabble but when real stuff happens we've got your back.
I certainly shed a tear after watching this, as an ex military Brit it makes me proud. Good luck America.
I feel like on times like these our queen knows the right tone, it’s very moving and my heart goes out to all those who died and their families. We will never forget🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸
God bless the US, the UK, the world and Queen Elizabeth II. May she still have many years ahead of her even now. How much she will be missed when she's gone is unimaginable.
I remember this day and i stood and cried too. The Queen has a great heart despite what people think and wayward family members say.
It was the right thing to do.
Thanks for the reaction.
I am British/ Irish I have dual citizenship as my parents were Irish and I was born in London, England were I still live. I have American cousin's and one of them was in the South Tower of the World Trade Centre in New York when it collapsed, he was on the Stairwell when it collapsed and he was buried under the rubble. He was rescued two days later, he was taken to hospital and after some time he was released from hospital. He suffered psychological trauma as all his friends plus his best friend died. September 11th is much remembered in our family just like all survivors and those who lost loved ones on that day. The main thing that will live with me watching it on TV here in England is those incredible heroes of the FDNY, NYPD, Paramedics, FBI, Port Authorities and others on that pile of concrete, metal girders, dust trying to dig through to rescue people after what those Firefighters and Police Officers went through earlier, especially knowing that many hundreds of there colleagues, friends, brothers, sisters, family that died doing there job saving strangers. The FDNY and the NYPD are heroes of mine and are the best. Those who gave there lives to save others are heroes and Angels. 💂♂️💂♂️💂♂️💂♂️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🏴🏴🏴🏴🚓🚔🚒🚑🇺🇸
I'm old enough and lucky enough to remember watching this on our evening news. It was a very touching moment after such horrific events 😢 💔
I remember when they did this. There were a lot of Americans in London at the time of the attack, and plenty in the crowd there by the looks of it. But you didn't have to be American to feel the hurt. I remember watching it on TV from London. A day people all around the world will never forget.
I was talking to my mom, who was at the University of Calgary at the time, a d she said that when the attack went public. Everyone was surprised and angry
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One other hint of how powerful that was, there was probably dozens of American tourists visiting London while the attacks were happening and they weren’t able to go home because flights were halted to the US for a period following the attacks. Also, towards the beginning, the man who was standing beside Prince Andrew wi5 his hand on his heart was the American Ambassador to the UK at the time, he was invited to the palace by the Queen and was the guest of honor for that performance. A few days later, President Bush made a speech before a joint session of congress and he mentioned this being played at the palace and expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Tony Blair (who flew to the US and was in congress for that speech) for his devotion to aiding the US. He said, “America has no truer friend than Great Britain!” Upon which, the entire Congrees stood and applauded the Prime Minister. That shows the deep connections the US and UK have. 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸
Also, for future reference, when pronouncing Buckingham Palace, it is pronounced, “Bucking-um”, NOT “Bucking-Ham”! Just thought I would throw that out there,
Unfortunately marred by Blair and Bush together, not long after...
seriously? in my part of england we pronounce the "h".
@@womba68 But do you say ham?
First time another countries national anthem has played outside Buckingham Palace in 500 year's. It was a stand to say UK is with usa BUT more importantly it was actually for the American citizens stranded in UK at the time as they could not fly home for a sense that they was in our hearts at the time.
That's why in particular you see the usa diplomats from usa embassy to uk there too
MORE importantly? I think you've got those the wrong way round - a few stranded ex-pats was far less important than the symbolism of complete solidarity.
@@artsed08 absolutely not , this was a strategic measure on the queen's behalf and it paid off.
@@artsed08 most Brits probably wouldnt of give a shit about the anthem being played, to use this anthem is a joke, this was to show Americans that we are allied and that we actually care it was a strategic political move to strenghen the bond between countries, i belive France did the same with putting the US flag next to the eiffel tower
@@theaces3697 YOU WOULD BE WRONG, WE very MUCH, "GAVE A SHIT"
Buckingham Palace isn't 500 years old - it was completed in 1703, and I don't think national anthems were a thing for about another 100 years after that.
When you consider the history of the song, and the fact that it was written during a time of war with Britain, it is especially meaningful. Very touching.
Doesn’t matter how many times I see that, it makes me cry every time.
This was a mark of respect and solidarity by Her Majesty towards what is after all a former colony. She is a very caring and considerate person and takes her role as head of state extremely seriously.
I'm from England and as the atrocity was happening I was talking online to an American guy who said " I have to go there is something crazy happening"
It is worthy of note that in requesting The Star-Spangled Banner be played, Her Majesty broke with a tradition that had lasted over 600 years.
For centuries, the Bands of the Household Division played music during the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and all the other Royal Palaces and Castles. The music played during the ceremony has always been a mix of traditional British songs and popular music of the day. However, foreign national anthems were only played for state visits in honor of foreign dignitaries.
Such was the solidarity of the time, and the kinship between our nations. 🇬🇧🇺🇲
The band not only played the Star Spangled Banner, all The tunes played were American including the Battle Hymn of the Republic. The crowd were very tearful but they all stood tall and proud, not to be forgotten
Have a picture of my brother, my uncle and myself on top of one of the observation decks of the towers as we visited NYC in December of 2000. 9 months later, they were gone. Some people might think this is a small gesture, but it is a massive show of respect and means a lot. Thank you brothers and sisters in the UK 🇬🇧
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200,000 Americans live in the UK. I work with at least three in my own department today and they are some of the best people I've ever known.
God, how I remember this awful time especially having lived in the US when I was a kid in the late 70s / early 80s. It was a beautiful late summer's afternoon on 9/11 (two days after my 29th birthday) where I was in the UK and I was doing some chores in town when I heard the news on the radio. I rushed home just in time to see the second plane hit the South Tower on TV. I was totally speechless; it was an earth shattering moment. I immediately called my parents who were abroad at the time. They had good friends in NYC so I can only imagine how they felt. Of course, it was much worse for the victims and their families - that should go without saying.
I'm just proud that we offered unflinching support as best we could during the dark aftermath and beyond.
Thanks for uploading this and God bless the US.
I’m British I felt hurt by it and angry, How dare they do this to our friends I thought. This wasn’t just any attack, it’s an attack on what both countries stand for and hold dear because we share the same values as our friends and family across the pond. There was more Brits killed in that terrorist attack than in any other terrorist attack in history and that should tell you something. I have friends and family who live in NY but I thank God they were all safe when it happened. The first thing I done when I saw what was happening was to call them from the U.K. to make sure they were safe…..all of them……
Stuart , Stuart, oh dear, oh dear. Did you not go to school Stuart ? “ The first thing I done when I seen what was happening……” Is this some sort of pidgin English ?
@mcchickenz It's very poor English if you can't even get verb formations and grammar right.
@@ruadhagainagaidheal9398 this is TH-cam, I’m not really concerned about spelling and grammar as long as my message gets across so did those words resonate with your vocabulary you pompous fool. Next time spare a thought for those who grew up with learning disability’s and hold your tongue or words in this case.
@@simonsaunders8147 this is TH-cam not a biography and I’m not going to put in a lot of effort as long as my point is made and understood which you seem to have had no problem understanding. Yes it’s lazy but its frigging TH-cam everyone is guilty of it and on top of this I suffer with ADD.
@@Biketunerfy I careth nish for thy predicament, Jack.
I was living in London at the time. Was so weird to see so many soldiers and cops with huge automatic rifles on almost every corner in the central area for a while, because they feared a similar attack on London. Felt so strange at the time.
I think it was 67 British people that died on 9/11. Britain had more than its fair share of terrorist attacks also, there was so much empathy for all that died.
A very special moment.
I remember that!! It was a wonderful gesture of solidarity. Perhaps even more importantly, our friends in the UK sent more troops to help in Afghanistan than any other ally. The wisdom of that war can be debated, but the value of such allies cannot! I truly regret all the losses the UK has endured in them....and kind of regret that we don't hear much about it. I hope our diplomats there make our appreciation known! you might find the speech given in Paris by the French president after the NYC and DC attacks...also very moving.
I remember the day so clearly I was running a pub and we got lots of Americans coming in to watch the tv! one had a relative in the Trade Centre and managed to find out they were ok! was V emotional!
That makes me proud to live in the UK 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
And it makes me proud that we are "cousins " ❤️
I'm from Cape Town and I was at university when we heard what had happened, all classes had been cancelled for the day, at noon the Cape noon day gun was fired 21 times and all flags had been lowered to half mast. It was truly a shocking and sad day for the free world and was felt around the world.
That was very special and emotional England has a very special Queen who is so loved and admired, I was not aware either
I'm Australian, and back then I had an alarm clock that was a radio. I woke up to the news on the radio, I had to go switch on the TV, then I got the full story of what was happening. I felt so sick but had to go in to work, but hardly anyone came in to shop (I work in a huge retail store), a lot of employees had to go home, people were crying, basically everything changed that day. Your country was not alone in it's pain, it was felt everywhere, all our hearts broke for you and with you. This was a nice gesture from the Queen I guess.
Things like this happened all over the UK. I am American born but was raised in Greenock, Scotland and the Greenock Fire Brigade erected a commemorative "rock" dedicated to the NY Firemen who attended the attack on the WTC and to all first responders who were lost on that horrible day! xx
I didn't know about that. That's really nice. I hope it's been looked after over the years and not neglected.
Beautiful pfp
@@KissMyFatAxe youtube The red hot chillie pipers playing The Fallen that is a lovely tribute from them .
You are very fortunate to be too young to remember. That day was a time I never expected to see in our own country. My mother used to say, "We'd never be attacked because the rest of the world is in dept to us". You were wrong mom. Never thought we'd ever see the plague & so many other things beyond our scope. Nice to know that our Mother country stands with us still.
I remember the BBC Proms season not long after 9/11. The programme was changed slightly, Felix Slatkin conducted Barber's Adagio for Strings with a request for no applause. Yes, despite my British stiff upper lip, I cried. We don't forget.
Proud Brit who loves u guys. We r kinda like cousins. We can annoy each other but if someone else goes for one of us, then we stand 2gether. Family.😊💕
This gesture of togetherness, and support, in one of the most horrific days I have ever witnessed in this country, still brings tears to my eyes, I will forever be grateful for our brothers and sisters across the pond.
I am from Scotland and remember sitting in my old house crying at the TV when the world watched the terrible events of 9/11. I called my family in the state's and just cried. So sad and world changing.
We will always stand with America 🇬🇧🇺🇸
While America is a democracy!
@HeathenMassiah dude youre commenting everywhere 🤣 I understand why though hahaha
I remember it happened during my first week at secondary school when I was 11. I finished school and when I got home I just couldn’t believe what I was seeing on the TV. It wasn’t something I’d thankfully ever needed to comprehend before. A day most people will remember where they were, such was the shocking nature of the atrocity. A day that reverberated throughout the world. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
The words of the Star Spangled Banner were written by Francis Scott Key, an American, the tune was written by John Stafford Smith who was British.
To Anacreon in Heaven
For your Brits watching, maybe the title should be:
Star Spangled Banner Played At Buckingham Palace After 11/9.
You are as close to family as two countries can get 🇬🇧🇺🇲
I had never seen this clip before... I can only imagine how overwhelming it must have been, for Americans there that day, having just witnessed the attacks on the USA.... Having your National Anthem played by OUR Royal Palace Guards... As has been said previously, it is without precedent... The emotion in the crowd can be clearly seen.
Trust me, I've never forgotten. It was very powerful. So sorry about the passing of your Queen. God Save the King.
If you were touched by this you should watch the last night of the proms, it was only days after 9/11, with an American conductor and they played Adagio for strings. It is the best most emotional rendition of it I have ever heard.
9/11 .... We were on leave from work ... We are English (well I am a Dual UK/US National from birth but born in England) .... I heard something on the radio so put the TV on ..... We watched LIVE as the Towers fell ..... For the days that followed we were numb, bewildered, it was so surreal, spending days in a trance .... We then watched the Proms a few days later and THAT Rendition of 'Adagio for Strings' just broke the camels back and my husband and I began to sob ... The floodgates literally opened and released so much heartache, sadness and pent up emotion ... Neither of us will EVER forget it ..... No-one will forget .... And nor should we ...
I am English in England and this is the first time I have seen this, and it was so emotional. Gary.
Every year that rolls around, I watch as many 9-11 videos as I can.
We must never forget.
I will always remember the terrors of that day, and never take our freedoms for granted.
The UK had suffered from many years of terrorist attacks, mainly IRA, more recently religious radicalism, and as such feels an affinity to all nations who suffer similar attacks. Add to that the sheer enormity to our closest and most trusted ally, the huge loss of life and you can understand why such a break in protocol was made with no hesitation.
Personally I remember that day well, watching it live, and will never forget it to my dying day. I doubt anyone else will either.
Despite all, there is a huge and permanent bond between the UK and the USA... it will always be there, and I remember how much pain (as a brit) I felt at the time of 9/11. The Coldstream guards played beautifully.
Who doesn't love the spar mangled spanner!
Last year the queen also requested the Star-Spangled banner be played again you might want to take a look at that as well. And I'm not too sure when it was but there was a terrorist attack on British sports and United States played the anthem of England you might want to take a look at that as well
My pastor was stranded in UK at this time. No planes were flying. Everyone was so supportive. St pauls Cathedral had a special worship service. His small hotel let him stay for free until he could get a flight out.
So watch the British 911 Memorial service at St Pauls Cathedral, London… as they sing the “Battle Hymn of the Republic”. On youtube of course!!
Remember as well a lot of those Americans were effectively stuck in the UK because flights were suspended. It may be a small thing, but this is our way of standing with you after that terrible event.
I remember that day, I'd gone to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription and I'd letf the TV on, when I got home I I thought it was a film, I was shocked to see the devastation it caused, I'm not a monarchist but far play to the Queen to have the American national anthem played and to the Coldstream guards for learning it, I hope America reciprocates when the Queen dies and play the British National Anthem at the White House
The whole world came out in sympathy after that horror.
Not quite the whole World, but all the World that mattered.
"The enemy of my friend is my enemy."
Never has that been so true than what happened that day. When they attacked the USA they, in effect, attacked Britain too. We were never not going to fully support the USA and always will. The Union Jack will always fly proudly alongside the Stars and Stripes! Regardless of history, you are cousins across the ocean.
We must remember, after the War of Independence, the King gave your founding fathers his blessing and best wishes for the future.
And do you remember when Obama said the Brits will be at the back of the queue for trade .. until you need us again
Still tears me up today.
I was in the USA on that day, and saw the impact that this event had on the country. Due to the amount of hotel rooms taken up by those who could not fly, I nearly failed to get a room that night.
Sixty seven Brits also lost their lives on 9/11.
I'm English/Scottish, and I remember I was sitting at my dad's bedside in hospital because he'd been taken in with pneumonia. He had been supposed to travel to the US for a conference, but obviously was unable to fly. Everyone in the room was sitting up in bed, glued to a single tiny little TV on wheels, saying all sorts of unprintable words. None of us could believe what we were seeing.
I remember telling my American friends that my heart was with them. How could it not be? You are our cousins - we love you and are probably constantly irritated with you at the same time. But if somebody else attacks you? That's not cool.
I hadn't even realised the point you made about the Star Spangled Banner and the battle it refers to. That's incredible. But yeah, the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air and all that was because we were literally at war with you!!! Wow. Wooow.
So moving!
How can something 22 years ago still evoke so much emotion. I'm in tears. Our Queen always knew the right thing to do to show solidarity in low key ways 🥰
I had tickets to fly to New York (from Scotland) on this very day. Didn't get there, clearly. I'm old enough to remember it as if it were yesterday. It was so immediately apparent that EVERYTHING changed on that day. The world changed. It wasn't just the terrible destruction and loss of life on the day that was terrifying, it was the knowledge that nothing was every going to be the same again. And it never has been. Must get to New York one day, still haven't made it!
Although we Brits might not like to admit it, we have a soft spot for our Uncle Sam. There are many American bases in the UK & every 4th of July your boys open the gates for us to help celebrate your freedom from....... well us. Burgers, rides & entertainment. All your guys are friendly and generous and on that day we are all honoury Americans 😘
Was going to suggest this. I've not watched it yet but I'm already waiting to see what you make of it!
I was there because I was stranded in London enroute to my home in Wyoming. I was standing at the foot of statue of Queen Victoria Memorial. A moving experience, the British people went out of their way to share our grief.
We held you in our hearts on that terrible day - and we hold our closest ally and friend there still. 🇬🇧💞🇺🇸
AS an American have you ever heard a better played version? No 'interpretations' like we see at the Superbowl just how it should be played.
Just a gentle point: The words to this anthem were written during the War of 1812 not the War of Independence (or the second British Civil War as we know it). Even more ironic is that the tune is an old Royal Navy drinking song and was used for words written during a Royal Navy bombardment.
9/11 was a most tragic day for us apart from the total tragedy and evil act that it was. More Brits were killed in this one act than any other act of terrorism.
Hey.....Down with the British !
As a Brit, I've never ever heard the Star Speckled Banner played so well and it was a 'First to be played at Buckingham Palace by Her Majesty's Royal Command.
God bless America.
Don’t forget that 67 Brits were killed in the 911 tragedy
British guy here. 31, born and bred in the U.K. don’t really know our national anthem or anything about the guards and changing of! Will learn one day! Love your videos