Taps at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

A hauntingly beautiful video of taps, performed by The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" Special Bugler and Special Drummer at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

[bradykalamajka]

I listen to taps for 2 hours 49 minutes every September 18th, that is when my Grandpa died and what time it was when he died, RIP Grandpa

[doggie]

I always break out in tears when I hear taps. I cannot help it. Vietnam Era Veteran U.S.A.F.

[steveochoa]

I have been teaching myself how to play Taps to play at military funerals. There’s a shortage of bugle/trumpet players. God Bless our Military! 🇺🇸

[BWThompsonAZ]

I'm an Army veteran who did 18 months in Vietnam with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne). Hearing this never fails to stir my soul.

[billace]

As a Vet, I definitely want Taps played when I am put to rest.

[charlybarr]

Honestly, I can't listen to Taps ever again without my eyes watering, thinking of my father's funeral and the sacrifices he made for our family and country his entire adult life.

[Horus-fqjv]

TAPS is one of the most beautiful pieces ever played... The unknown soldier shall be laid to rest...

[mr.raptor]

"For us, the storm has passed... the war is over. But let us never forget those who journeyed into the howling dark and did not return. For their decision required courage beyond measure; sacrifice, and unshakable conviction that their fight... our fight, was elsewhere. As we start to rebuild, this hillside will remain barren, a memorial to heroes fallen. They ennobled all of us, and they shall not be forgotten." and i know its from a video game.

[SoulieCanolie]

Hearing taps in person is completely different from hearing it in a video. It’s like you can feel the whole weight of this short, simple, sorrowful and beautiful piece.

[otislamb]

It brings a tear to my eye and a tightness in my chest, every time I hear this, as I know what it represents.

[bluv]

The camera footage of this is amazing. I'm now an 8 year Veteran, Honorable Discharge. I've been an American Legion member since 2008. I served from 2005-2013 as an ARMY Engineer. I did Basic Training and AIT at FT. Leonard Wood, Missouri, Charlie Company. I've been shot twice, still here. TAPS is a reverent sound and song. I played trumpet in middle school band, I'm 53 now and haven't heard it in years, but it sends shivers down my spine. I've been to Military and POLICE funerals, people I knew and served with. i am next in line, somewhere, sometime, despite surviving numerous close calls, God let me still be here, among the Living.

[AQJONES]

I served, 1980-1982! Charlie Company 3Rd Platoon 1St Firing Party! Hooah

[KimberlyGreen]

A grandfather who fought in WWII, 3x great grandfather Union volunteer in the Civil War, a 5x great grandfather Revolutionary War Patriot.
I came here to listen to taps for them on Veteran's Day. Thank you, bugler and drummer, for this.

[mynameisasecret]

If this doesn't give you chills I don't know what will.

[PacoOtis]

As a Vietnam vet I thank you for this video! War is such a waste! Pitiful! We named our son after my flight school buddy who came back in a box. He died when he was 20 and would now be 70. Bummer!

[thatgirl]

I'm honored to be able to play live taps for our fallen. There aren't many of us out there.

[musicwaverider]

My father was laid to rest today at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Taps always brings it out of me. Rest in heaven now dad, I'll always Love You.

[marioeufemio]

The noblest profession. Honor, country and service. Salute to all those who serve.

[russellcrawley]

Every time I hear this it makes me think of my grandfather who passed away before I was born. I wish I could have gotten to know him.

[pointly]

Thank you for your service and sacrifice.