5 Patriotic Moments In American Sports History That Will Give You The Chills Every Time

Sports and patriotism are two of the biggest unifying forces in the world. Put them together and you get this - the most emotional piece you'll read all day.

5. President Bush Throws a Perfect Strike With The World Watching

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"Don't bounce it - they'll boo you"

4. The Greatest National Anthem Ever

[embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzMsagY7oRs&t=28s[/embed]

Following the events of the Boston bombing, the spirit of an entire arena joined together for this incredible scene.

3. Sunday Night Baseball in Philadelphia

[embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nSsBr67BqA[/embed]

As the world learned of Osama Bin Laden's death, the news trickled throughout Citizens Bank Park and what followed was this - an epic USA chant.

2. The Most Incredible Olympic Relay Finish

[embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxy920Nd7yY&t=4m25s[/embed]

This would become #2 in Michael Phelps' record 8 Gold Medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

1. Miracle on Ice

[embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gfD134ED54[/embed]

The US Men's hockey team stunned the world with their defeat of the dominant Soviet Union, and subsequent victory over Finland for the 1980 Men's Hockey Gold Medal.

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