The method of addressing the stress, intricacies of leadership & PTSD are so well done in this episode. Add to that two scenes that stick out to me as an aside; Doc Roe sees the expression on Winters after Col Sink informs him of the promotion & gives him a cup of coffee & then chews out Winters, Nixon & Welsh after Moose is shot. What a guy.
I love how Nixon floats the idea of not hiding his booze in Winter's footlocker and says, "for Christ's sake." When Winters replies he changed it to "Pete's sake."
This is my favorite episode of the entire series. I love the focus on Winters and his leadership. As a Veteran myself, he is the type of leader I can respect and follow. And I love the friendship between Winters and Nixon. There are two excellent books about Richard Winters, Beyond Band of Brothers, which he co-authored, and The Biggest Brother. The German attack that led to the 101 going to Bastogne is known today as the Battle of the Bulge, so named because the hole the Germans punched into the Allied position looked like a big bulge when drawn on a map. The attack caught the Allies completely by surprise. Ultimately it was a failure for the Germans as they did not have enough fuel for their vehicles and they did not take as much ground as originally planned.
I absolutely love the way this episode was done. Following Winters' recollections of the recent events after his promotion. Not only only did it serve as an interesting way to see the recent events leading up to the deployment to Bastogne, it really helped us see even further into Winters' character. Getting a glimpse of how each moment impacted him emotionally
This is by far my favorite episode, directed by Tom Hanks himself. Captain Winters put on a master class of infantry tactics, and this was his proudest moment for Easy. It exemplified small unit leadership, marksmanship, communication, fires, and they were able to take two SS companies by complete surprise effectively eliminating them overnight. Captain Winters' promotion to Battalion gave him more responsibility, but his job was now to be in charge of the Battalion, so 4 times as many men to lead. He wouldn't be leading anymore bayonet charges. Also, tiny historical inaccuracy; from what people can remember of the assault, Winters didn't throw a faulty grenade, and Peacock didn't order a hold for the signal. Winters simply outran everyone, but everyone had adrenaline going, so recalling those memories are difficult.
The historical inaccuracy is there for the audience. Im sure it has been addressed before that winters outran everyone but would have been hard to show on camera to the audience. they made a few creative decisions like that and even downplayed some events as although they were real they seemed unbelievable to the audience. There is one later in the series where they create a bit of dialogue for a decision that was made in winters' head. The important bits are still the same even although details may not be 100% accurate.
@@klonkimo Agreed, its understandable that they made the mistake as the men of easy did think that he had died not long after the war, but its been over 20 years since it was first broadcast and they havent corrected it. it would be as easy as simply removing or editing the final caption
My uncle served w the 4th Armored in Patton's army from summer 44 through the Bulge. I grew up on stories about the Battle of the Bulge. Every time I see the scene of them walking into the darkness toward the Germans, my eyes well up. They didn't know or care they were going to be legends. Also, it wasn't that they didn't have a shipment, they just moved out so fast because the situation was so dire that there wasn't time to stock up normally
Please watch the 11th episode "we stand alone together". It is comprised of more of the interviews you see at the start of each episode. On a unrelated note that dress looks amazing on you
My understanding is that there was actually no delay in the others following Winters in the charge across the open ground. He just outran everyone by a good margin. I've read some comments saying that Winters probably went into a kind of a fugue state, that they recogized that type of hyper-adrenalized experience. The Operations Room youtube channel has a video "Easy Company Assaults the Crossroads" if anyone is interested in seeing more about how this played out. It's a really outstanding channel.
There are places in American history that just to mention the name evokes a range of emotions. Valley Forge, the Alamo, Gettysburg… and now we add Bastogne to the list.
Jimmy Fallon was portraying Second Lt. George C. Rice from the 10th Armored Division. Rice made several trips to bring the paratroopers supplies, his last one was when Bastogne was already surrounded. He was getting ready to make another supply run when his commanding officer ordered him to stop.
@@angelrogo She already knows he’s wounded, I’m not telling her what happens to him or in the next episodes, just not to forget who he is, so stop crying.
3:50, you have to remember that indoor plumbing was a relatively new thing. Normally, only large cities or the wealthy could afford a home built with working indoor toilets. Homes out in the country still relied on outhouses. So instead of putting your boots on and walking out in the cold night, many people (especially drunks like Nixon) would use the old chamber pot method. Doing their business in a jar or pot and then throwing it out in the morning.
“Well you oughta. You know, you’re officers… you’re grownups. You OUGHTA know.” Typically, that kind of insubordination from a lesser rank would get you thrown into the pokey. But when it comes from a medical man, the only thing you should do is stand there humble. They did. Because they were ashamed. Later on in the series you’ll see how that affects Dick Winters and his decision making. Everybody learns under fire.
Buckle up. Things pick up real fast starting next episode. Really a powerful scene as you see the hundreds of infantry retreating, and you see them all march straight into danger. Under the stoic gaze of Winters.
Movie notes! This episode tells us quite a bit more about Winter and his excellent leadership abilites, but also highlights another side of a soldier's (or at least an officer's) life: lots of paperwork! Bureaucracy runs deep in the military to this day. Regarding the SS soldiers claiming to be Polish: Originally, the SS was sort of an elite unit and had very strict rules for membership (with physical, ideological and ancestral criteria). However, as the war went on, these rules were watered down significantly and the SS would conscript foreigners into their ranks as well and could hardly be called an elite unit any longer. Well, I guess this was indeed a somewhat calmer episode with more introspection. We shall see whether it stays calm... See you next time, Kali!
A lot of BoB episodes have huge, intense firefights and I love watching that. But what makes this episode special is the direction/editing and character focus on Winters. It stands out amongst the chaos and carnage as a really special look into his mentality
Actually next episode, episode 6 and 7 deals with the Battle of the Bulge!! This episode (five) is still taking place in Holland before the Battle of the Bulge, which is Belgium!!! But your info in regards to the Battle of the Bulge is correct!!
Richard Winters had described Liebgott as "a good soldier, but he was a killer" hence why he had him drop his ammo so he wouldn't murder all of the German prisoners. And if Winters says that about someone, you know it's the truth.
Kaliwali, what is your background with military experience? You always notice small details that go unnoticed to many reactors, for example 7:50 noticing they are using iron sights. I am always impressed with your attention to detail.
This is the episode when Tom Hanks literally takes the reigns in the series...becoming more introspective with Winters. The back and forth between the gunfire, typewriter and memory is done brilliantly. Long before PTSD was even taken seriously. General Patton famously addressed it with the back of his hand on a soldiers face. Oh and if any of you come across any bacon sandwiches, let me know. Currahee ♠
There were actually volunteers from every occupied territory. That doesn't make them any less SS. In fact some of the last defenders of the Government District including the Reich's Chancellery and Hitler's bunker were French. Go figure.
Winters was furious about the Paris scenes because he thought it made him look like we was trying to pick up the kid on the train. None of that happened btw, Winters had no flashbacks or PTSD during the war (according to himself). Also Heyliger was shot by his own sentry because he forgot the password. 50 years later he could still not remember it lol Buck Compton did not have any problems until he got to Bastogne. The writers brought his PTSD forward somewhat. One last thing, the vets said that the lighting of gasoline at night at Bastogne was one of the stupidest things the writers came up with. When they first arrived at Bastogne they had no idea where the Germans were so lighting fires in the area was unthinkable.
This is one of my favorites. Possibly my favorite episode just wanted to mention that sometimes New watchers don’t get is that anytime you see a tracer around there are 3 to 4 more rounds that you don’t see. They normally loaded on belts three rounds to one tracer. Enjoying watching you learn and hearing your observations in perspective.
I was a Royal Green Jacket, for us it was 4 rounds, every 5th was a tracer. That was only when using a GPMG, we never used them in our SLR's unless we where trying to direct fire onto a target.
One thing you need to watch and you’ve probably been told this already there is a mini documentary about easy company called we stand alone together what you see at the beginning with the veterans or snippets from this documentary but it’s a must watch
8:52 E Company is surrounded on 3 sides and are in the open and primed to be ambushed. Its like a 3 on 1 fight. You pick one and hit 'em as hard as you can and deal with what's left. Hence the charge across the field.
All officers had the vertical stripe on the back of their helmets, NCO's had a vertical stripe. Us Brits never needed anything to distinguish our officers and NCO's.
I always had a question about a scene in this episode until I saw a deleted scene. When Winters comes over the rise and shoots the guard, it looks like the guard is rising from the ground with a bit of a smile. Turns out in the real action Winters tossed a grenade at the guard who also threw a grenade. Neither one exploded, so it kind of makes sense the guard as is looking at him like,”Can you believe this?”
Berets (the maroon caps worn by the Paras) were worn when not under active fire, or in immediate danger. Sometimes they were worn in dangerous situations for morale (it can’t be that bad if we aren’t wearing helmets!). Pretty much always in helmets when jumping out of a plane.
I was a medic. In Iraq my commander sent me to a major base to get supplies and take a day off. I told him to never do that again it changed my routine and messed with my head.
Please take 15 minutes and check out Traveling to History “The Real Crossroads of Band of Brothers” The entire area has practically not changed since that day in 1944. It gives an interesting perspective to the episode you just watched.
Just a heads up, the next episode focuses on the company's medic. It's... brutal. This next one is really tough to watch. So brace yourself. Winter is coming. (Sorry, I had to lol)
Some of the phrases you use and what you know about leadership or grasp at the tactical level often makes me wonder if you’re prior service. I *think* you’re not, but every so often you do come across that way, like: “Wow. Over iron sights.” My head hit ‘pause’ at that one. So a tip of my old helmet to you, young lady!
History is written by the victors. This episode really shows the monotonous slog of being a leader in charge, having to write all the reports and such. Part of me always found it pointless to do all the paperwork in war, but I understand the need for it now that I'm older.
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The method of addressing the stress, intricacies of leadership & PTSD are so well done in this episode. Add to that two scenes that stick out to me as an aside; Doc Roe sees the expression on Winters after Col Sink informs him of the promotion & gives him a cup of coffee & then chews out Winters, Nixon & Welsh after Moose is shot. What a guy.
I love how Nixon floats the idea of not hiding his booze in Winter's footlocker and says, "for Christ's sake." When Winters replies he changed it to "Pete's sake."
This is my favorite episode of the entire series. I love the focus on Winters and his leadership. As a Veteran myself, he is the type of leader I can respect and follow. And I love the friendship between Winters and Nixon. There are two excellent books about Richard Winters, Beyond Band of Brothers, which he co-authored, and The Biggest Brother. The German attack that led to the 101 going to Bastogne is known today as the Battle of the Bulge, so named because the hole the Germans punched into the Allied position looked like a big bulge when drawn on a map. The attack caught the Allies completely by surprise. Ultimately it was a failure for the Germans as they did not have enough fuel for their vehicles and they did not take as much ground as originally planned.
I absolutely love the way this episode was done. Following Winters' recollections of the recent events after his promotion. Not only only did it serve as an interesting way to see the recent events leading up to the deployment to Bastogne, it really helped us see even further into Winters' character. Getting a glimpse of how each moment impacted him emotionally
This is by far my favorite episode, directed by Tom Hanks himself. Captain Winters put on a master class of infantry tactics, and this was his proudest moment for Easy. It exemplified small unit leadership, marksmanship, communication, fires, and they were able to take two SS companies by complete surprise effectively eliminating them overnight.
Captain Winters' promotion to Battalion gave him more responsibility, but his job was now to be in charge of the Battalion, so 4 times as many men to lead. He wouldn't be leading anymore bayonet charges.
Also, tiny historical inaccuracy; from what people can remember of the assault, Winters didn't throw a faulty grenade, and Peacock didn't order a hold for the signal. Winters simply outran everyone, but everyone had adrenaline going, so recalling those memories are difficult.
The historical inaccuracy is there for the audience. Im sure it has been addressed before that winters outran everyone but would have been hard to show on camera to the audience. they made a few creative decisions like that and even downplayed some events as although they were real they seemed unbelievable to the audience. There is one later in the series where they create a bit of dialogue for a decision that was made in winters' head. The important bits are still the same even although details may not be 100% accurate.
@@spiderbootsy I'm totally okay with that, gotta make the story fit the screen. No forgiveness for Blythe though, he didn't deserve that.
@@klonkimo Agreed, its understandable that they made the mistake as the men of easy did think that he had died not long after the war, but its been over 20 years since it was first broadcast and they havent corrected it. it would be as easy as simply removing or editing the final caption
My uncle served w the 4th Armored in Patton's army from summer 44 through the Bulge. I grew up on stories about the Battle of the Bulge. Every time I see the scene of them walking into the darkness toward the Germans, my eyes well up. They didn't know or care they were going to be legends. Also, it wasn't that they didn't have a shipment, they just moved out so fast because the situation was so dire that there wasn't time to stock up normally
Please watch the 11th episode "we stand alone together". It is comprised of more of the interviews you see at the start of each episode. On a unrelated note that dress looks amazing on you
My understanding is that there was actually no delay in the others following Winters in the charge across the open ground. He just outran everyone by a good margin. I've read some comments saying that Winters probably went into a kind of a fugue state, that they recogized that type of hyper-adrenalized experience. The Operations Room youtube channel has a video "Easy Company Assaults the Crossroads" if anyone is interested in seeing more about how this played out. It's a really outstanding channel.
There are places in American history that just to mention the name evokes a range of emotions. Valley Forge, the Alamo, Gettysburg… and now we add Bastogne to the list.
Jimmy Fallon was portraying Second Lt. George C. Rice from the 10th Armored Division. Rice made several trips to bring the paratroopers supplies, his last one was when Bastogne was already surrounded. He was getting ready to make another supply run when his commanding officer ordered him to stop.
Remember Webster, we won’t see him again until episode 8 and this causes many reactors to not remember who he is.
DON'T MAKE SPOILS!!!
@@angelrogo She already knows he’s wounded, I’m not telling her what happens to him or in the next episodes, just not to forget who he is, so stop crying.
3:50, you have to remember that indoor plumbing was a relatively new thing. Normally, only large cities or the wealthy could afford a home built with working indoor toilets.
Homes out in the country still relied on outhouses. So instead of putting your boots on and walking out in the cold night, many people (especially drunks like Nixon) would use the old chamber pot method. Doing their business in a jar or pot and then throwing it out in the morning.
“Well you oughta. You know, you’re officers… you’re grownups. You OUGHTA know.” Typically, that kind of insubordination from a lesser rank would get you thrown into the pokey. But when it comes from a medical man, the only thing you should do is stand there humble. They did. Because they were ashamed. Later on in the series you’ll see how that affects Dick Winters and his decision making. Everybody learns under fire.
Buckle up. Things pick up real fast starting next episode. Really a powerful scene as you see the hundreds of infantry retreating, and you see them all march straight into danger. Under the stoic gaze of Winters.
Movie notes!
This episode tells us quite a bit more about Winter and his excellent leadership abilites, but also highlights another side of a soldier's (or at least an officer's) life: lots of paperwork! Bureaucracy runs deep in the military to this day.
Regarding the SS soldiers claiming to be Polish: Originally, the SS was sort of an elite unit and had very strict rules for membership (with physical, ideological and ancestral criteria). However, as the war went on, these rules were watered down significantly and the SS would conscript foreigners into their ranks as well and could hardly be called an elite unit any longer.
Well, I guess this was indeed a somewhat calmer episode with more introspection. We shall see whether it stays calm...
See you next time, Kali!
A lot of BoB episodes have huge, intense firefights and I love watching that. But what makes this episode special is the direction/editing and character focus on Winters. It stands out amongst the chaos and carnage as a really special look into his mentality
I always recommend watching generation kill and the pacific along with band of brothers
This is the "Battle of the Bulge", 600,000 American soldiers would fight in this battle. It was the turning point of the war in Europe.
Actually next episode, episode 6 and 7 deals with the Battle of the Bulge!!
This episode (five) is still taking place in Holland before the Battle of the Bulge, which is Belgium!!!
But your info in regards to the Battle of the Bulge is correct!!
Richard Winters had described Liebgott as "a good soldier, but he was a killer" hence why he had him drop his ammo so he wouldn't murder all of the German prisoners. And if Winters says that about someone, you know it's the truth.
7:50 Ironsights for the win! Belaya Smert!
Kaliwali, what is your background with military experience? You always notice small details that go unnoticed to many reactors, for example 7:50 noticing they are using iron sights. I am always impressed with your attention to detail.
No military experience! Honestly, I just used to play a lot of Tarkov 😂
This is the episode when Tom Hanks literally takes the reigns in the series...becoming more introspective with Winters. The back and forth between the gunfire, typewriter and memory is done brilliantly. Long before PTSD was even taken seriously. General Patton famously addressed it with the back of his hand on a soldiers face. Oh and if any of you come across any bacon sandwiches, let me know. Currahee ♠
There were actually volunteers from every occupied territory. That doesn't make them any less SS. In fact some of the last defenders of the Government District including the Reich's Chancellery and Hitler's bunker were French. Go figure.
Winters was furious about the Paris scenes because he thought it made him look like we was trying to pick up the kid on the train. None of that happened btw, Winters had no flashbacks or PTSD during the war (according to himself).
Also Heyliger was shot by his own sentry because he forgot the password. 50 years later he could still not remember it lol
Buck Compton did not have any problems until he got to Bastogne. The writers brought his PTSD forward somewhat.
One last thing, the vets said that the lighting of gasoline at night at Bastogne was one of the stupidest things the writers came up with. When they first arrived at Bastogne they had no idea where the Germans were so lighting fires in the area was unthinkable.
This is one of my favorites. Possibly my favorite episode just wanted to mention that sometimes New watchers don’t get is that anytime you see a tracer around there are 3 to 4 more rounds that you don’t see. They normally loaded on belts three rounds to one tracer. Enjoying watching you learn and hearing your observations in perspective.
I was a Royal Green Jacket, for us it was 4 rounds, every 5th was a tracer. That was only when using a GPMG, we never used them in our SLR's unless we where trying to direct fire onto a target.
One thing you need to watch and you’ve probably been told this already there is a mini documentary about easy company called we stand alone together what you see at the beginning with the veterans or snippets from this documentary but it’s a must watch
I enjoy watching your reaction to what is one of my favourite TV series.
This is one of the best episodes of one of the best series!
Looking forward to seeing you react to Bastogne.
8:52 E Company is surrounded on 3 sides and are in the open and primed to be ambushed. Its like a 3 on 1 fight. You pick one and hit 'em as hard as you can and deal with what's left. Hence the charge across the field.
Famous battle incoming.
All officers had the vertical stripe on the back of their helmets, NCO's had a vertical stripe. Us Brits never needed anything to distinguish our officers and NCO's.
I always had a question about a scene in this episode until I saw a deleted scene. When Winters comes over the rise and shoots the guard, it looks like the guard is rising from the ground with a bit of a smile. Turns out in the real action Winters tossed a grenade at the guard who also threw a grenade. Neither one exploded, so it kind of makes sense the guard as is looking at him like,”Can you believe this?”
I always thought that it was a "come on then... get it over with and shoot me." type of mentality from the German.
Rest of the show gonna hit hard
Berets (the maroon caps worn by the Paras) were worn when not under active fire, or in immediate danger. Sometimes they were worn in dangerous situations for morale (it can’t be that bad if we aren’t wearing helmets!). Pretty much always in helmets when jumping out of a plane.
I was a medic. In Iraq my commander sent me to a major base to get supplies and take a day off. I told him to never do that again it changed my routine and messed with my head.
Winters was a Captain at this point
Outstanding Ma’am!!!,great reactions!!, enjoying watching!!,thanks for sharing 😊👏👏👏👍✌️🇺🇸🇮🇱
Please take 15 minutes and check out Traveling to History “The Real Crossroads of Band of Brothers”
The entire area has practically not changed since that day in 1944. It gives an interesting perspective to the episode you just watched.
You have such smart takes always! I love it!
Just a heads up, the next episode focuses on the company's medic. It's... brutal. This next one is really tough to watch.
So brace yourself. Winter is coming. (Sorry, I had to lol)
Some of the phrases you use and what you know about leadership or grasp at the tactical level often makes me wonder if you’re prior service. I *think* you’re not, but every so often you do come across that way, like: “Wow. Over iron sights.” My head hit ‘pause’ at that one. So a tip of my old helmet to you, young lady!
Love your channel ❤️
glad you're loving it here :) happy friday!!
@@kaliwali TGI Fridays just filed for bankruptcy 😔
is kali a teacher or something? she definitely dresses like one :)
👍fantastic reaction ❤🇦🇺
next react the pacific
Crossroads are between where we were and, and we we will be. Here it marks when they were soldiers and well, spoilers....
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ahh!! So happy to see another episode 🙏 i love your videos!!
Episode 6 will be rough as will 7 a bit, but 9 will still be the one that really breaks you
Love this channel 💯
History is written by the victors. This episode really shows the monotonous slog of being a leader in charge, having to write all the reports and such.
Part of me always found it pointless to do all the paperwork in war, but I understand the need for it now that I'm older.
History is written by historians and survivors.
Why would you be scared of the gunshot? yikesss