I am in tears. Mr. Alex is my Great Grandfather, Abraham's brother. This is the cloth we are cut from!

My grandmother is the niece Alex borrowed the $2.50 from. Great story!!

This story first aired Thanksgiving Day 1978. I was a young reporter in Nebraska and saw it on the CBS Evening News broadcast that night. It was then and I beleive still remains, one of the finest broadcast news pieces ever. It shows the potential (lost unfortunately now) of television to share stories of real people and through them, to learn about each other.

I must say that I am proud to say that I'm a descendent of the Chandlers. This is definitely a testament that there is no excuse not to work hard to achieve dreams.

this is my mom's side of the family and she is in it, no joke, thx for posting this

I cry with the Chandler's every time I see this. What a true testament to perseverance and work. What an example to the youth of today.

Amazing! This is my dad’s side! Alex Chandler was my grandfather’s brother!

My grandmother lived in Prairie, I have many childhood memories of there. She along with many others from that area taught their children and grandchildren the value of hard work and education. Bless you, Chandler family L.Gray, MD MPH

If it weren't for youtube, I wouldn't be able to see Charles Kuralt's TV clips. This shows how you can do positive things with television, not the negative stuff on the news. I wish the media would give more attention to the people that actually make things work.

what an increible story. i just watched a 2009 update on this family...37 grandchildren...more than 37 college degrees! hard work and diligence begats even more accomplishments.

@phantomsuccour -- I do indeed hold two of the more than 37 degrees represented. However, most important to me is the legacy of faith that my grandparents instilled in us. Without God and His Son Jesus Christ, all those other things mean nothing to me. Thank you all for the kind comments and support of our family.

These are the kind of people that have made this county great, ,,, god bless every one of them! There's a whole lot of people in this country that could learn a few things from this incredible family!

Thanks to whomever posted this. I was a broadcast journalist for 22 years and I had an opportunity to meet Kuralt. I can say without eqivocation, this is one of the finest reports by one of the finest reporters ever to work in broadcasting. If you're involved in this industry, soak this story in. It's not only a great story...but it's a great telling. Thanks again.

Every Thanksgivingtime I watch this story from "On The Road" series of Kuralt -- and every time I watch it, I shed a tear. What an awesome story of perseverance, faith and love. I served in ministry several years and composed many prayers but none were ever as poignant as Mr. Chandler's blessing giving thanks to God "for your love and for your Son." Kuralt had quite a knack. He said he didn't know if there were any general lessons in the story, then said it was a lesson about the family and about what is possible. Amen. Thank you to the Chandlers and Thanksgiving blessings to all who watch their story now, 40 years later.

Look at God!!! Preparing and providing the means for hard work and dedication when He is in the mist. What an emotional moment that is filled with much HOPE... Yes, it calls for tears because you can truly say, "Look where God brought us from". Thank you, Jesus!!!

Alex Chandler is my grandfather. Both he and my grandmother passed away several years ago.

I watch this report by Charles Kuralt every Thanksgiving. Beautiful.

This is a true FAMILY REUNION !!!!!

Whew! That poor and humble man only saw a small portion of God's goodness on earth. It would be a sight to see when he breathed his last breath on earth then open his eyes up beyond Jordan.

Chapter 2 pages 46-49 In Charles R. Swindoll's book " "So, You Want To Be Like Christ?, Eight Essentials To Get You There" awesome book I heard about this beautiful story of this truly blessed family. GOD IS GOOD, ALL THE TIME!

Never forget your roots and people the paved the way for your future...

I Just Heard About This Story On Chuck Swindolls Morning Radio Sermon, So I Looked This Up So I Could See This Family!! What A Wonderful Story!!!!! 🙏 ✝️ 💛

I also heard the story of this beautiful family from Chuck Swindoll's sermon on the radio. How encouraging it is to see the faith in Jesus, strong family values, and hard work displayed by these wonderful people. We need to see more of that today, like never before.

The power of Education and FAMILY. The beautiful struggle is best experienced with family.

This is among Kuralt's finest features and instills the kind of confidence you need to have in America when we mistake our government for our people.

This should be shown in every inner city school in America!

What an incredible gym of reporting. RIP CK.RIP.

Glad to see this wonderful family reunion, GOD bless them.

Holy Moly real news by a professional journalist! Eye opening to the madness that has seized the industry. I am grateful for this historical recording.

I have always felt that certain films and stories were integral to advancing the Civil Rights movement into areas where segregation and bigotry were the norm." To Kill a Mockingbird " and " Lilies of the Field" are examples of great films and Kuralt`s story on the inspirational Chandler family was seen by untold millions and talked about by more. This story helped pave the way for the Huxtables on television which helped pave the way for the Obamas in the White House.

I'm from West Point, MS. So many memories. Blessings.

An AMAZING BRILLIANT FAMILY!!!!!!!

Just beautiful!

What a testimony and example for us all!

I heard this uplifting and moving story on pastor Chuck Swindoll's sermon today, July 12,2020. As a father and an immigrant who came to this wonderful country with only a few dollars in my pocket. I cried because I totally understand their struggle, but I also cried for this nation as a whole in our current political and social issues. Usually families who hold on to their faith in our Lord Jesus Christ sticks together, and with no bitterness in their hearts towards others who did them wrong. Forgiveness, faith, hope and love are some of the fruits of the spirit according to the Bible of a true believer. Athiest's, liberal politicians and their media friends are trying very hard to undermine the family institution because they want the ignorant populace to depend on the govt and not God or their faith, and therefore securing their hold on power. But our good God is in control, and the ending to this story of our struggles against GOOD vs EVIL has already been written. God is good!✝️🇺🇸

What a Wonderful Story.

Wonderful story

Forty three years ago. Amazing

😢. You look at this family and say YES I CAN!!!

Best series on TV...very informative and wonderful

A wonderful story, I try to share this with my undergraduate students every semester to show that college is possible.

Wow! Such an amazing, inspiring story! ❤ Such an awesome family!!! What an awesome happy, touching reunion! God is truly Great!!❤

Thank you for showing this

I miss him too - "Sunday Morning" was like going to church. The new Charles is good too!

A perfect example of a family with a Mother and a FATHER.

great story, I used to love this show

My dad has the videos of these specials...I wish I could find them on DVD!

so wonderful :)

So moving and inspiring for all those who struggle. So thankful this was filmed and preserved!

This one hit really close to home.

This is so my family story for several generations minus the share cropping. When you put God first, and are reared by a strong loving mother and father who instill good morals and values in their family anything is possible. The children all had a sense of familal responsibility and looked out for each other. I love seeing this. I wish more of the youth know what our ancestors weren't through to provide and thrive.

Just beautiful. God bless them. He certainly has already!

Just saw this story on Facebook! How beautiful it is to hear where they came from to all they achieved! 1978 to 2021 and this awesome story by the late Charles Kuralt still touches hearts. My maiden name is Chandler and I sure hope that we are related some how some way because this family makes me so proud!

An American story of a true American family. THIS is the REAL story of America and the American dream. Of all the stories that should be made into a movie, this one stands out: no supervillains, no superheroes - just real American heroes and the journey a wonderful and incredible family. A portrayal of American history.

@Charyne3 So cool, I'm sure you are going or have gone to college, keep the family's dream alive.

That is "Family."

Education eally does open doors.

These were/are extraordinary people. One of the reason President Obama could even consider running for presidency.

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Let NO ONE say "I Can't"! I will HUNT YOU DOWN & HARM the Insult to THESE Families! "I CAN'T?!?!" Say that to me & There WILL BE BLOOD ...

Has there been any updates on this story

the impossible becomes possible; I can think of a few families where that did not happen.

What year did this aire?

Love is Loce