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Very nice video. I am guessing this video was made a couple decades ago? These people were the backbone of our nation. A meltingpot of our society that probably won't ever exist again. Long live the steelworkers.

Oh my…

Old interviews. These guys have most likely passed on years ago.

This music is ruining it for me.

Thank, that brings back memories. And you're right, we remember the good times.

A wonderful look at some of the people who made steel for the world from right here in the Lehigh Valley. Great music too. Funny, bittersweet and heartwarming.

Sold out by our leaders for cheap Chinese steel. No tariffs no jobs. But the rich got richer.

China killed us

Unfortunately Bethlehem, Lukens and Allenwood steel are long lost US companies.

Very good! I enjoyed this alot. Feels like time is leaving behind remnants of our country.

Wonderful. Love how it covers the human component of a huge integrated steel mill, from skilled blue collar workers perspective. The best.

Enjoyed the music and pics!

Absolutely incredible. I read Larry Neff's book, Dave Kuchta's book and i couldnt put them down. Ive wanted to know every single thing i possibly could about the 409 Riggers. Thanks for this video.

Great work!

Hi Mr Ward....I have spent the day reminiscing with my grandfather Willie Chain Jr, We appreciate all of the coverage and history that you have preserved and shared of these great workers. My grandfather was a part of the 409 riggers at Bethlehem Steel in Bethlehem PA. He also was the only African American A-Welders there, 40970. Unfortunately, we have watched countless videos of men and women of the past but we have not seen one picture or mention of him. I would like him to get his story out and to someway get his recognition as some of his fellow riggers. Hopefully you can help us. Thanks in advance.

Bethlehem Steel and generations of hard-working Americans built America and now we have foreign steel and generations of illegal immigrants destroying America.

And now its all gone. Rusting away, never to be used again.

A time gone by my friend, it's not the same and probably never will be again. No respect, no asking, only demanding.

Sweet!!!!

Great video

Richie Check…..RIP

I am sure that many of these stories means much more to the people that worked at Bethlehem Steel but hopefully people that never worked there may take away some awareness of what it meant to people that worked there. Great job with the video Bruce. I have many good and bad memories from my time at the steel but it provided good pay for hard work and I met many very nice people.

Sounds a lot like the "old timers" I encountered working in train service at the railroad I eventually retired from. Most were decent and helped you "learn the ropes" of switching freight cars, filling out the paperwork and things to avoid to work safely. There were, however, a few "old farts" that only communicated with "their generation" at work and you'd be lucky if they gave you the time of day. Interesting hearing this from a steel worker's perspective. Thanks for sharing!

This is so awesome hearing the elders talk about being initiated

Sad that it’s all gone. People had pride in working a hard day.

You need to change the title because I could not find this video until I found it in a Facebook group. Please change the title. This is why only 6 people like the video and I'm the only person to comment.