General Martin Dempsey, 18th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, sing "Parting Glass" at his Sept. 25, 2015 retirement ceremony closing out 41 years of military service.
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@timcooke99333 роки тому
You can find prettier voices singing that song on UKposts, but you won’t find any rendition delivered with more emotion or symbolism. Well done, sir. Garryowen!
@Roselleg2 роки тому
When he sings of Comrades...the true meaning of the song comes out in his voice.
@garryspence94382 роки тому
Charlie Co. 2nd of the 7th, 1st Cavalry, Vietnam 1970, Garryowen !
@katiestoqua54853 роки тому
I love it when all the grandkids flock around him ... a lucky man
@Mysticfob3 роки тому
I swear this is a scene straight out of the ending of a movie. The way it started a capella, then harmonies, then the band came in, took over when he finished, the chorus came in, and all his grandkids came over, and he finished at attention with a salute. Someone put this scene in a movie please. Amazing
@JohnSmith-gp3co10 місяців тому
Happy retirement General! From an Irishman living away from home. All the best sir!
@Nilessterner3 роки тому
There is something about the dignity this man displays that is refreshing and heart warming. The way he sings and walks away with grace. He walks immediately into the warm embrace of his family and shows the love and gentleness that only a true man can show. General Dempsey is a model of American exceptionalism untarnished by jingoism or the savagery of our politics. We need more people like him.
@maryrothwell62643 роки тому
Your comments made me cry Niles. You are, as the General is, a true Patriot. Our poor country is in pain and sorrow, but all of us Patriots, will remain true.
@TK-ve1uo3 роки тому
I don't disagree with what you said about the man, but there is no such thing as American exceptionalism other than the belief in it. Never in the history has it been good for yourself or others when people thought of their own country as so superior to others.
@tomdonohue20913 роки тому
@@TK-ve1uo I completely disagree with you. I'm old enough to remember America when it helped other nations. We had much better people running this country. You have NO idea about our history do you? Do you have ANY idea how much Americans have accomplished in our relatively short history? Not one other country has fought for their freedom and died fighting for it, to break away from a country which was tyrannical. I've traveled all over this world and meet tons of people who want to live here. They know America is the last free country there is and we're the only ones who have guns to fight tyranny with - my guess is you were taught to hate America and that should never be.
@TK-ve1uo3 роки тому
@@tomdonohue2091 Speaking of a lack of education in history: Are you sure that no other country has fought for their freedom and died (I assume you are referring to citizens of said country) fighting for it? Dozens of countries have done so, from your neighbours in Central and South America over countries like the Netherlands and Belgium to the majority of countries in Africa. So what you are saying there is utter nonsense. The same goes for the claim that America is the "last free country". Is it though? To quote from one of the best TV scenes ever produced about this question: "Canada has freedom. Japan has freedom. The UK, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Australia - Belgium has freedom. So, 207 sovereign states in the world, like, 180 of them have freedom." So, no, the US is very much not the last free country. Though, of course, you are free in a lot of ways when you live in the US. You are a lot more free to be shot when you go to school in the morning than in most other countries, since people like you love their guns so much. You are a lot more free to go bankrupt when you get sick, because for some reason, while most civilised nations have a decent public healthcare system, such thing seems to be dangerous socialism to a sizeable number of Americans. The same goes for when you want a decent university education. Oh, and, of course, you are free to join the military and die while bringing a lot of other countries "freedom", often with, let's say, questionable reasoning, when you are just 18 years old - but please don't drink or smoke at that age, because that freedom only starts when you are 21. So, no, Sir, you are very much not the most free country in the world, let alone the last free one.
@hinsdalehighschools28963 роки тому
@@TK-ve1uo So sad to hear someone compare the American Revolution, and the enormous prosperity and individual freedom Americans enjoyed for over 200 years, to the Communist take-overs in Cuba, Venezuela. Just because you can call those national tragedies "revolutions" hardly warrants their comparison. But you, BLM and Antifa are now our future, and real men like General Dempsey will get written out of our history by your ilk.
@rayjacques88503 роки тому
A man that a nation can be proud of, greetings from Ireland
@IrishTechnicalThinker2 роки тому
I'm definitely not crying. I'm so glad and grateful as an Irish man to hear the music being played with this convection. Raise up and joy be to you all. For all those who don't know, this song is somewhat written by the individual who passed away and written for you. Song to be played after a funeral, drink from the parting glass and last final goodbye, drink while the spirit rises to heaven. Main point is why should you be sad? Have joy, why? While the spirit gently rises, so should you rise. Until we meet again. God bless to you all from Ireland.
@justanothergunnerd81283 роки тому
An American worthy of respect if there ever was one. I love how most of those tiny grandchildren were perfectly behaved. Damn good family.
@DJM.I.A.4 роки тому
Damn I didn't know general Dempsey had the voice too, proud to have served under him.
@patrickdevine1085Рік тому
As an Irish emigrant that served in the US Army for over 20years and a Irishman that still feels the pull of Ireland this brought me to the verge of tears. I plan on this being sung at my parting from this world.
@ABonRMS3 роки тому
And he leaves with his children and Grand Children, Thank Your for your service Sir, and we wish you could stay but just one more day. A Job Well Done & God's Speed.
@siobhanmcallen35064 роки тому
As an Irish person living in Ireland it gives me goosebumps listening to this, so proud of our Irish all over the world
@tomdonohue20913 роки тому
THANK YOU! You made my day - I'm one of those who is of Irish descent. I was born a Murphy, adopted by the Garrick family and married a Donohue, I think that might make me triple Irish?? LOL - blessings to you, with love from California, USA! I am proud to be Irish and proud of our accomplishments.
@@bannedinchina A lot of Scottish and Irish songs have melodies in common. You should know this. After all, the Gaelic aspect of Scottish culture hailed originally from Ireland. Allow our intertwining cultures to evolve freely down the generations. Stay safe and well.
@TrueBlue06873 роки тому
Best Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff the US Military ever had, in my honest opinion. And I'm a Brit with an honorary US Army O-6 rank.
@Scharfschuetze3 роки тому
From that first day on the Plain, 1 July, 1970, until his retirement, Marty gave his best in every challenge he faced. Those that served with him loved him.
@josephmccammond89327 місяців тому
What a total CLASS ACT. I stand and salute in appreciation and in awe!
@michaelcarr75953 роки тому
Often watch this video of a great Irishman, soldier, citizen and family man. Think he is the nearest thing to Setanta or Cu Chulainn that I can imagine. Many happy and healthy years of retirement to you Gen Dempsey from an Irish admirer.
@shawnbrown45328 років тому
Way to go General Dempsey, and a nice tip of the hat to his Irish Catholic roots with this heartfelt and beautiful old Irish traditional song. Thank you for your 41 years of service in the United States Army and for my freedom. Slainte and HAIL HAIL!
@jimmymalone91393 роки тому
SPOT ON US MICKS THE WAY forward
@eringobragh236Рік тому
Indeed!! Hail Hail 🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪
@danbreen69469 місяців тому
Absolutely Hail Hail 🇮🇪🍀
@albertmccready4786 років тому
Still a lovely Irish twang to that mans singing . Greetings from Dublin
@mogadishusneeze8 років тому
As an Irishman, I have to say, the blood of Lady Erin is pure in this one! Well done General. Hope your retirement treats you well.
@TheMBDESIGNSTUDIO7 років тому
Send him home to Ireland, help us free ourselves from the EU fascist machine.
@davidoconnell41007 років тому
lol.
@TheGaloglas5 років тому
Great old Scottish song but we have so many great songs we'll give our Irish brothers this one.
@johnprice73035 років тому
@@TheMBDESIGNSTUDIO Ahh! shaddup! are you a UKIP troll by any chance? God bless the EU...Ireland would still be in the poverty stricken 1950s without it.
@TheMBDESIGNSTUDIO5 років тому
@@johnprice7303 Ahh! shaddup yourself , No I am certainly not a UKIP supporter. UKIP are an ultra conservative bunch of British loyalists and I am an Irish Republican. And please don't comment on things you clearly don't understand. Ireland has contributed over 200 Billion to the EU through our fishier treaties alone. Ireland’s net gain from EU budgets has been €44.6 billion since 1976. It was our membership of the EU that allowed the ECB to force us to pay German French and the UKs bank losses, losses which had nothing to do with us as a people as we would not have gained a single cent from had the investments been successful here. losses that those countries banks would have had to take on the chin had we been out of the EU. In 2006 our national debt was 26 Billion Now our national debt stands over 220 Billion 90% of which is from our EU loving politicians committing to pay off the EU's Debt. Their Debt not Ireland's. As I said at the start Shaddupp until you educate yourself.
@jaymark30398 років тому
This man makes me proud to be an American and a Marine. Fair winds and a following sea, General Dempsey.
@briandavis89394 роки тому
jay mark He is haft Irish ☘️ other why’s he wouldn’t be singing this song because it’s an Irish 🇮🇪song and only are rivers run free 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪😎
@brucecollins47293 роки тому
@@briandavis8939 scottish song
@johnsmith-bx4rn3 роки тому
@@brucecollins4729 poor desperate bruce your're just hanging on apron strings ffs
@beautifulpeople73693 роки тому
@@brucecollins4729 You may find sir that's it's irish. From the beautiful island of Ireland 🇮🇪. Many blessings to you all.
@brucecollins47293 роки тому
@@beautifulpeople7369 you may find many of your irish sangs and fiddle tunes are scottish
@tommccrory2013 роки тому
I am a Canadian , an immigrant from Ireland, and just chanced upon this very moving video. How remarkable to see something so uplifting in our divided North America of today. You have a fine voice sir. May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, The sun shine warm upon your face, The rain fall soft upon fields, And in the years ahead, May God hold you in the palm of his hand. SLAINTE.
@nelled6240Рік тому
Thank you for posting this Irish blessing
@rickmcgibbon62908 років тому
A true Irish Warrior, facing his future with courage in his heart, eye's focused on the horizon, and a song on his lips ! He chose the perfect song to end one part of his life and begin another. Slainte !
@speedyalices12422 роки тому
6 years later, this is raising goosebumps, tears, and gratitude for General Dempsey, who serve the United States so honorably, and those like him. What an incredible ceremony; I loved the expressions on the faces of the soldiers as they listened to him sing. Duty, honor, country... an exemplary, distinguished soldier. Thank you for your service, and for the service and sacrifice of your family.
@e.conboy42863 роки тому
“Well done thou good and faithful servant.” Thank you, sir.
@diarmuidosullivan62608 років тому
As an Irishman to the general I hope u have a healthy and joy full retirement. God bless you
@nw575 років тому
I've been singing that song for 30 years and I've heard a hundred people sing it and that was one of the best renditions I've heard. Bravo!! well sung General!!
@olivermoynihan98043 роки тому
I'm a proud Irish man and I've heard this fine song being sung many many times before .. wheather it was a know artist or a guy down in the local pub...but this version is the best I've ever heard.. God Bless you and your family
@paulmccue2096Рік тому
Have ya never heard Ronnie Drew sing it?
@ohrazda19563 роки тому
The pleasure of meeting General Dempsey @ CSCG during a reception left a lasting and positive impression. Enjoy your well earned retirement sir.
@kenwillis896 років тому
And that folks, is how a warrior makes his exit. God bless you sir.
@Kevin-be8nj8 років тому
this is the America i love! So heartwarming to see the bond he has with his soldiers and how he walks off to his family, with his kids (Grandchildren?) running towards him hugging him
@johnoconnor46237 років тому
Yes it is just so beautiful when he is met with all his grand kids. So obvious that there is something sweet and nice about this man. Yes, I am impressed by him, he is so good
@johnoconnor46237 років тому
Yes it is the beauty of America, (while I write this I hear America the Beautiful in my ears) , not the nastiness that we have recently seen in the election. We know that this is the USA that we love.
@kn4cc7555 років тому
What you are seeing is only the visible quality of a leader. There is much more to it that you cannot see but it is what draws men to follow.
@jasonmcd1015 років тому
So, what you may notice that if the children running up there is a little girl who kind of runs up a bit later. This is not one of his children, but the child of one of a soldier who died in training and whose family he helped out. It’s a tender moment for the child and shows his greatness that he is comfortable having a non family member join him at that time.
@trainsandbusesirelandandbeyond3 роки тому
As an Irish person this bought a tear to my eye🇮🇪
@roguebot61327 років тому
This makes me so proud, only an Irish-American gets on the mic to sing his farewell. Good luck and God bless, General
@gerraymond83126 років тому
Up the Irish
@superstarshaker74025 років тому
Yeah and then sings a Scottish song😂
@user-hm8wf2jf1h4 роки тому
UK OK no one cares about the UK. Be quiet, Ireland 🇮🇪 is spreading his beautiful, noble magic throughout the world. Your empire’s dead, your country a joke of a mess. That western isle you dared trouble has risen above all your hatred. Éire go brágh 💪💪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 the ONLY ‘Special Relationship’
@John-ro1iv3 роки тому
@@superstarshaker7402 so what? All Celtic cousins. Except for the Hun, that is.
@breandandalton85642 роки тому
@@superstarshaker7402 It is a beautiful song, and very appropriate. This beautiful Scottish song, so well loved in Ireland is a wonderful parting song.
@johnh71017 років тому
Every time I watch this I get a tear in my eye, Those kids love their grandfather!
@rosskaplan31148 років тому
That's truly going out in style. You will be missed by all the branches of service, sir.
@fahadbinsakhawat36698 років тому
🕴
@Thanksfortheshanks7 років тому
Arse licking isn't in your blood ehh...?
@largofella6 років тому
Damn right every branch. Rah
@peteredan73522 роки тому
The look on his face says, I don't want to retire, this is my life.
@oldschoolmatt73967 років тому
This song is going to be played at my funeral. I've told my friends and family, then I put it in my will.
@stephennux17143 роки тому
Joined the Navy at 18 with 7k in the bank. I did janitorial and smoked a lot of pot in high school. Left the Navy after months with 32k in the bank. Invested 29k in the S&P in late 90. Started working at UPS, Exide Battery and did concrete on Saturdays. Invested 12k a month every month into Blockchain Investments Firm doing bitcoin mining, Cashed out 250k from the S&P and invested with my Financial advisor Lyra Holt Dean(Look her up). Cashed out and Semi retired at 31. Took a year off. Traveled. Came home and started working part time for the insurance, entertainment and pocket change. Work isn't work when you don't have to work. Becoming wealthy can be done in few years. It feels like 60hr work weeks. Feel the pain of discipline early or feel the pain of regret later. I wish everyone well!
@christianbaxter51463 роки тому
I've actually been looking to invest aggressively in index and ETFs, I live in San Francisco and I only have 85k to spend but I don't have any financial education for it and lack smart mentors. Btw, I've just googled Lyra Holt Dean. WOW! she has good qualifications, I wrote her on her webpage and I'm waiting on her reply. I'm excited to get started and see how far i go in 2-5 years time. Thanks for sharing
@suzannetamiesie80414 роки тому
I love seeing his grandkids run up and hug him. Little kids don’t do that unless they feel loved by and safe with that person. So I’ll belatedly raise a parting glass and wish you, General, a retirement filled with joy and happiness. Here’s also a huge thank you for your service to our country.
@willh19705 років тому
Other than the fact that the General was gently rising and falling he was so beautifully comfortable with his Grandkids. Brilliant to see.
@maureengillies94953 роки тому
That was lovely
@tymark14 роки тому
Fucking legend. Not only does he have the respect and love of all that served under him, look at how his family surrounded him. That's a true man if I've ever seen one.
@finmoh8 років тому
my sister who lives in US told me about this .You have a fine voice I'm listening to this In my home in Ireland and it's beautiful . Thankyou for your years of service and enjoy it in good health.
@jacksonlawlor24878 років тому
Sláinte, sir. A great American, a great Irishman, and a Soldier's officer. Your country will miss you.
@sherp2u14 роки тому
He is an American"
@johnhariis2504 роки тому
@@sherp2u1 Irish / Scottish American? 🤔
@DomhnallOSuileabhainPrin-tm1fw3 роки тому
@@sherp2u1 He is Irish American you twat
@sherp2u13 роки тому
@@DomhnallOSuileabhainPrin-tm1fw Soy Boy like you!
@Ghrainne3 роки тому
He is Not European
@hieronimusrexx9203Місяць тому
One of the best we had. Salute, sir. GarryOwen.
@standmeupatthegatesofhell61237 років тому
Loved all the grand kids huddling around him and his affection toward them. Reminds me of family gatherings in Donegal where the Dempsey's are from
@KryllKiller4 роки тому
So organic, so natural, so talented, so professional.
@FDonovan19794 роки тому
God bless Ireland, God bless the United States, democracy and freedom
@garyomaany834 роки тому
Now that's an Irish American.
@sueoorbeck48873 роки тому
I have always loved this song. But watching you sing it as your farewell brought tears to my eyes, and made me so proud of you.
@kegsen97704 роки тому
"And all all the harm I've ever done, alas it was to none but me" is sung by a man knowing what his grunts are facing.
@tonynewburey89003 роки тому
I met and know him America needs more Officers like him.
@cliffordjamesnirelan5 років тому
Thank you Sir, as an old sweat nearing retirement myself after 42 years service, I only wish I had the voice to sing my favourite song like yourself... God bless You. Lt Col (soon retired)Monty Ulsterman
@hiddenfromhistory1002 роки тому
I love all his children and grandchildren around him - God save us all
@patois125 років тому
I love these versions of this song, where a regular voice sings with the heart this song was meant to be sung with. And I've never known an Irishman who couldn't find and sing the real character of a song! ❤️
@lucykempton30975 років тому
After picking up an elusive earworm after hearing Dr Marshland sing this in the BBC's 'Cranford', I've been listening to many versions on YT, but this the most glorious and moving I've found, what a moment! When he walks off and his grandchildren run to meet him... I'm not Irish but I'm choked up too!
@saighdiuirnaheireann95798 років тому
wow, this actually brought a tear to my eye. General Dempsey, Go raibh míle maith agat. =)
@Kieran04108 років тому
Certainly one of the better renditions of this song I've heard. Go n'eirigh and bothar leat general.
@ericholt59542 роки тому
Let's just enjoy a fine performance and leave it at that. The reception he receives from his children and grandchildren speaks volumes about his merit.
@kevincrowley6991Рік тому
Tears to my eyes god bless and a long and happy life
@saoirse20118 років тому
Well done Sir, congrats from Ireland.
@readthebible675 років тому
Such a classy way to retire!! Well done!! May retirement be a blessing indeed, General!
@user-rk7cx3rm4r3 роки тому
You could tell he was fighting back the tears at the end. What a true warrior in a day of cowards.
@clemryan4205Рік тому
Well said Siobhan. As an ex member of the Irish army I salute you General Martin Dempsey. You are making many people very proud to be Irish. Not easy to walk away. " Old soldiers never die, they just fade away"
@davidtapp39503 роки тому
Best version I have heard so far!
@thecripperpompasity9188 років тому
My heart filled with pride listening to him sing. An auld warrior from an Irish background, Fair play General Dempsey.
@Ghrainne3 роки тому
I believe he is American not European
@brucecollins47293 роки тому
auld is scotish, ould is irish
@johnoconnor46237 років тому
This is just so nice, when he finishes his singing he goes and captures his grand kids and they are so happy to meet and hug him. Some man, perfect. This is what life is about, new generation and happiness.
@scottlutzke23238 років тому
And with him goes 4 decades of hard-earned knowledge. Lessons we'll have to relearn both here and in Europe I'm afraid. Thank you for your enduring service, fair winds and following sea, Sir!
@noral1960Рік тому
what a wonderful graceful man....happy retirement and GOD bless..xx
@gerardinecash9423Рік тому
Any time you want to visit our wonderful Ireland 🇮🇪, get in touch General Dempsey, I have a room waiting for you!! Truly!
@michaelpatrickmonahan18739 місяців тому
Doesn’t get better than that!
@revelation55777 місяців тому
God bless you my good sir!!!!
@michaelsweeney43613 роки тому
The General has a beautiful voice, a lovely family. Thank you for your service. Sir; would love to hear him sing, “The Minstrel Boy.”
@moragwilson85743 роки тому
i have watched this so many times and this man is so impressive about the USA - I am an old scottish woman and I know this a very Irish feeling so I think it is connected to the Celtic nations Liam Clancy does a brilliant version x
@alysonburch8 років тому
I get goosebumps whenever I hear this. So beautiful.
@certavietvici27083 роки тому
Saw him in the mess hall at camp Doha Kuwait prior to the invasion if I knew he could sing like that I would have belted out a few Irish ☘️ tunes with him. Thank you for your service general Dempsey. SSG BYRNE. 🇺🇸
@ridesuk36652 роки тому
Hope you enjoy your retirement good sir you served the contry good your singing made me shed a tear thank you
@neilcasey18287 років тому
One of the best versions I've ever heard. Singing and selections tell a lot about a General or anyone for that matter, This guy I mean General is a born leader, a fellow Vietnam Veteran and what an inspiration...what a rendition.
@mcerlean19564 роки тому
You knocked it out of the park..... May the wind be at your back. God bless.
@tonyhurley8368 років тому
beautiful version well sung. laden with celtic emotion and Irish passion. enjoy a long and we'll deserved retirement General Dempsey.
@madeleine89774 роки тому
Just going down the road...not retiring. I love this, as my father retired as a CMSgt with 30 years in the Air Force.and my husband as a Colonel with 20 years of service. I am so proud of both.
@winterishere98282 роки тому
Congrats, i wish them a happy retirement.
@melcoo47278 років тому
Great song and wonderfully sang by General Dempsey, his family hail from Roscommon in Ireland.
@mikekelly85995 років тому
I believe they are from Donegal?
@melcoo47275 років тому
@@mikekelly8599 Donegal, Sligo, Roscommon ancestors, the north-west of Ireland www.con-telegraph.ie/news/roundup/articles/2015/10/30/4108486-leading-us-military-figure-has-strong-mayo-links/
@andrewdunne17353 роки тому
Dempsey is a Wexford name, sort that out!
@helenaville59393 роки тому
@@andrewdunne1735 Hmm... so you think every Dempsey in the world must therefore come from Wexford. People do move away from counties you know. LoL
@geraldneary5758Рік тому
He is of good quality so. Thank you General.
@birdscatsliketowatch8479Рік тому
Just lovely. Thank you!
@paulharbron84392 місяці тому
Now here is a man. Bravo Sir. Bravo and tight salute Sir.
@rolandmartin14832 роки тому
General, i feel your emotion, it must be a honor to seve under your orders Reverence from a french soldier Salut droit
@jg20723 роки тому
As I watch this in 2020 it gives me faith in our military that dedication to service to country is not lost. As I think of the veterans I know I give thanks for their service and wish them well.
@pauldavis45087 років тому
As an Irish man I thank you,glad we assisted the 69th.
@davidrobinson90438 років тому
Damn onions,,,Thank you sir..!
@kamolhengkiatisak15273 роки тому
Sir, you have a golden voice.
@kyhber12 роки тому
Well done General, that was just Class Sir .. Brilliant
@gavinbolton46603 роки тому
Salute Sir!
@adrianwilson41973 роки тому
Sign that man to a contract. God bless you good sir.
@r.mcbride28373 роки тому
What a fine voice! A great gentleman and a distinguished officer. We thank you for your service and your song, General. Our country is in your debt and grateful.
@MicahCovey5 років тому
That was awesome! He is a true man, firmly devoted to his fellow Americans. He is an outstanding example!
@user-gf7bw3fj1hРік тому
I think it is the highest honor for a soldier to be able to celebrate such a ceremony when leaving the military service. Thank you for your many years of service to the nation.
@chrisdwyer84643 місяці тому
Never met him or his and he seems like a great leader
@solomusic16916 років тому
A gentleman and a fine singer too . Best wishes to him and family from the Irish tenor who sang with him !
@nugeynuge67185 років тому
Found This May 19, Gen Dempsey good on you Sir. Made hair stand on my neck.
@matthewcuellar78796 років тому
The children dancing and playing toward the end of this video really solidify the beauty and scale of this moment in General Dempsey's life. My brother and me have watched this video many times over. Irish music just has a way of pulling people together, I think.
@josephbanich41976 років тому
Well done Sir. It was an honor to have you be my Chairman.
@jimschlat3 місяці тому
he really nailed it
@Ryan-AlexanderNoakes4 місяці тому
I'm not Irish but I love this song and I think this is one of the best videos I've seen in a long time! He's amazing.