Though the pledge of allegiance isnt nearly as old as our countryit was written in part by francis bellamy in 1892 and not officially adopted by the u. Pledge dedicate all of my worldly goods to give without self pity. We dont have this lyrics yet, you can help us by submitting it after submitted lyrics, your name will be printed as part of the credit when your. Pledge of allegiance to the flag of the united states. Red skeltons pledge of allegiance john hawkins right wing. We the kids was given permission from red skeltons wife mrs. Commentary on the pledge of allegiance by red skelton. I have seen brian hoffmans tribute to red who also does red s pledge. Former las vegas show, now performing in pigeon forge, brian hoffman pays tribute to red skelton.
Red skeltons pledge of allegiance video 2 we t h e kids w ould like to extend a special thank you to mrs. This is from red skeltons tv show in 1969 when he explains the pledge of allegiance. Watch the video for the pledge of allegiance from red skeltons the pledge of allegiance for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. I have seen brian hoffmans tribute to red who also does reds pledge. For a written copy of the pledge and for lots more information about this genius of. Famous american comedian, red skelton, explains the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the united states of america, wordbyword, from a memorized lecture given to him by his. To me, he was the greatest teacher, a real sage of my time. The pledge of allegiance by red skelton happy 4th of july to you all. We were all reciting the pledge of allegiance one day, and he walked over. Red skelton the pledge of allegiance releases discogs. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the united states of america, and to the republic, for which it stands. Because of that the pledge of allegiance as been very special to me throughout my life. It has since been twice read into the congressional record of the united states and has received numerous awards. Jul 05, 2002 i pledge allegiance to the flag of the united states of america, and to the republic, for which it stands.
See more ideas about red skelton, comedians and red. Lasswell, the principal of vincennes high school called us all together, and he says, uh, boys and girls, i have been listening to you recite the pledge of allegiance all semester, and it seems that it has become monotonous to you. The pledge of allegiance by red skelton barefoots world. Red skelton couldnt have been more right about that. William mett of the art corporation of america for giving us permission to use red sk elton s pledge of allegiance. Red skelton on the pledge of allegiance if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. I remember that pledge because i was fortunate enough to hear him live explain it. As with most youtube videos, there may be some advertisements.
A salute to old glory, we revisit an alltime classic rendition of the pledge of allegiance. Since i was a small boy, two states have been added to our country, and two words have been added to. The following clip is from the red skelton hour back in 1969. Listening to his pledge of allegiance on the eve of the 4th of july serves as a reminder that we should all take a moment from the burger grilling and fireworks watching. Pledge of allegiance by red skelton public group facebook. Red skeltons pledge of allegiance red skelton, one of americas bestloved comedians, has recited his version of the pledge of allegiance on numerous occasions. Richard bernard red skelton july 18, 19 september 17, 1997 was an american comedian who is best known as a top radio and television star from 1937 to 1971. Since i was a small boy, two states have been added to our country, and two words have been added to the pledge of allegiance. If you were alive, you may even remember this classic moment when red talks about our nations pledge. Red skelton the pledge of allegiance 1969, vinyl discogs. In 1969, red skelton performed a selfwritten monologue about the pledge of allegiance at the first evening at the white house. Its a powerful presentation, and i urge you to follow the text link above and read it for yourself or. Red skelton pledge of allegiance popular christian videos. I left home when i was 10 years old because i was hungry.
Rendition of red skeltons pledge of allegiance kids videos. Laswell, who explained the meaning of the pledge of allegiance, word by word. From the red skelton hour, cbs tv, january 14, 1969 copyright 1969 richard red skelton the following words were spoken by the late red skelton on his television program as he related the story of his teacher, mr. I heard his explanation of the pledge of allegiance. Red skeltons pledge of allegiance for the fourth of july. Veterans and survivors must update dependent info by may 5th.
Red skeltons heartwarming pledge of allegiance will bring you to tears. The pledge of allegiance as read by red skelton 1968 poster 2 sizes available po11171766 po24361766. Red skelton pledge of allegiance target sports minnesota. Pledge of allegiance to the flag of the united states from. The pledge of allegiance states one nation under god. Pledge of allegiance by red skelton llerrah ecards. Current celebrities think using 4 letter words are cool, but that is bull. When is the last time you heard the pledge of allegiance recited like the great late christian comedian red skelton. Playback options listening on switch spotify device. Red skelton performed in his own las vegas show back in the 60s. The following words were spoken by the late red skelton on his television program january 14, 1969 as he related the story, when he was a kid, of his teacher, mr.
Listenas the late red skelton tells the story of his teacher, mr. Red skelton s pledge of allegiance about this video. Red skelton pledge of allegiance watched this show as a child. William mett of the art corporation of america to use his original wording. Rendition of the pledge as recorded by red skelton. Perhaps its a troubling sign of the times when this vintage clip from 1969 of legendary comedian red skelton is trending on facebook. At the end darr m of tapps makes comments about its relevance today as our nation is. Our posters will make a great addition to your home, office, or man cave.
Printed in full color and available in 2 different sizes sizes available 24x36 and 11x17. Copyright 1969 richard red skelton i remember this one teacher. We the kids was given permission from red skelton s wife mrs. These are easily skipped after a short while or can be deleted if they show up as banner ads.
In the end, it will be up to americans to decide the fate of the pledge of allegiance in school. First told on the red skelton show on january 14 1969. The pledge of allegiance by red skelton on amazon music. Red skelton what the pledge means to me this was first broadcast on. Red skeltons heartwarming pledge of allegiance will. Charlie daniels recites red skeltons pledge of allegiance official video.
The pledge of allegiance by red skelton lyrics damnlyrics. Playing via spotify playing via youtube playback options. Mar 30, 2003 red skeltons commentary on the pledge of allegiance as a schoolboy, one of red skeltons teachers explained the words and meaning of the pledge of allegiance to his class. Tweet guns save lives is not supported by ads and is ran as an independent project. For your children what the pledge of allegiance means. The pledge of allegiance by red skelton, january 14, 1969 the following words were spoken by the late red skelton on his television program, january 14, 1969, as he related the story of his teacher, mr. Much of red skeltons humor is online or available on dvd. Red skeltons pledge of allegiance john hawkins right. I worked in the summer and went to school in the winter.
Wherever she waves, theres respect because your loyalty has givenher a dignity that shouts freedom is everybodys job. Pledge of allegianceby red skelton christian forums. In 1969, red skelton demonstrated on his cbs television program how a teacher gave a word by word explanation of the pledge of allegiance, according to the official red skelton web site. Red skeltons recitation of the pledge of allegiance was twice read into the congressional record of the united states and received numerous awards.
Laswell, and it seems as though it is becoming monotonous to you. If you support this project please consider supporting us on patreon. Music 1981 red skelton my time has come to say goodnight as your clown has come to an end duration. The late comedian red skelton shares his prophetic views of the american pledge of allegiance to the flag, recorded some 40 years ago in. Pledge of allegiance, wordbyword meaning explained by red. Laswell, who felt his students had come to think of the pledge of allegiance as merely something to recite in class each day. Red skelton is part of the fabric of my childhood and will always have a special place in my heart. On january 14, 1969, red skelton touched the hearts of millions of americans with his pledge of allegiance, in which he explained the meaning of each and every word. Back in 1969, red skelton on his television show presented the pledge of allegiance, as hed been taught it in the fourth grade by his teacher, a mr. From the red skelton hour, cbs tv, january 14, 1969. Red skeltons pledge of allegiance video we the kids. Get your team aligned with all the tools you need on one secure, reliable video platform.
Red skeltons pledge of allegiance about this video. Full text and video of red skeltons pledge of allegiance commentary. Pledge dedicate all of my worldly goods to give without selfpity. Video every american needs to watch this video red skeltons 1969 pledge of allegiance. A side matrix number zsp86501f etched in runout on one side, b side matrix number zsp86511d. The pledge of allegiance by red skelton as a schoolboy, one of red skeltons teachers explained the words and meaning of the pledge of allegiance to his class. We dont have this lyrics yet, you can help us by submitting it after submitted lyrics, your name will be printed as part of the credit when your lyric is approved. Red skeltons pledge of allegiance the real meaning. Red skelton the pledge of allegiance from the red skelton hour, january 14, 1969 getting back to school, i remember a teacher that i had. Famous american comedian, red skelton, explains the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the united states of america, word by word, from a memorized lecture given to him by his.
Red skelton the pledge of allegiance we had just finished reciting the pledge of allegiance, and he mr. A forwarded email with either a video attachment or a youtube link of comedian red skelton explaining the pledge of allegiance. I watched red skelton when i was a teen and was so impressed by his values and the love of god. Jul 04, 2012 i pledge allegiance to the flag of the united states of america, and to the republic for which it stands. To the flag our standard, old glory, a symbol of freedom. Skelton later wrote down, and eventually recorded, his recollection of this lecture.
Famous american comedian, red skelton, explains the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the united states of america. Jul 04, 2018 though the pledge of allegiance isnt nearly as old as our countryit was written in part by francis bellamy in 1892 and not officially adopted by the u. Comedian red skelton explains the pledge of allegiance. Skeltons show business career began in his teens as a circus clown and went on to vaudeville, broadway, films, radio, tv, night clubs and casinos, all while pursuing another.
We were all reciting the pledge of allegiance and he walked over. Video every american needs to watch this video red. The pledge of allegiance by red skelton happy 4th of. As a schoolboy, one of red skelton s teachers explained the words and meaning of the pledge of allegiance to his class. My favorite characters were clem kadiddlehopper and freddie the freeloader.
Red skelton the pledge of allegiance 45 rpm single. Red skelton commentary on the pledge of allegiance american. Charlie daniels recites red skeltons pledge of allegiance official. Ive been listening to you boys and girls recite the pledge of allegiance all semester and it seems as though it is becoming monotonous to you. Ive been listening to you boys and girls recite the pledge of allegiance all semester, said mr.
As a schoolboy, one of red skeltons teachers explained the words and meaning of the pledge of allegiance to his class. At the end darr m of tapps makes comments about its relevance today as our nation is concerned. In 1969, comic red skelton lamented on his weekly television show that the pledge of allegiance might someday be considered a prayer and eliminated from public schools. Jun 14, 20 when is the last time you heard the pledge of allegiance recited like the great late christian comedian red skelton. It has been left out of his version or was never in the original. Red skelton recites the pledge of allegiance that he learned as a boy in 1923 from his teacher who gave the meaning of the words. Red skeltons heartwarming pledge of allegiance will bring.