Laos 🇱🇦 Landlocked and shrouded in historical mystery, Laos is home to dozens of forgotten tribes who reside in its vast rolling mountains and impenetrable jungles. One of the last communist countries, we travel along the Ho Chi Minh trail - used to transport weapons during the Vietnam War. The countryside is still littered with bombs dropped by the Americans and traveling requires vigilant drivers. We travel in trucks, on the back of elephants, by car, speedboat and on foot. The stakes are high for these courageous drivers, and the pressure is on for a safe passage in ferocious conditions. 1. The Capital and largest city is Vientiane 2. The official language is Lao with Hmong, Khmu, and French also spoken 3. Laos is a socialist state and the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia. At the heart of the Indochinese Peninsula, Laos is bordered by Myanmar and China to the northwest, Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the southeast, and Thailand to the west and southwest. 4. The government is a unitary Marxist-Leninist one-party socialist republic 5. The climate is mostly tropical savanna and influenced by the monsoon pattern. Available worldwide More MDR: Deadliest Roads - Congo: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYxkj5eFk63Vo9I.html #freedocumentary

@johndanielwhite9046

3 жыл бұрын

I have the privilege of being your 1st comment

@importedriceco

3 жыл бұрын

From 1964 to 1973, the U.S. dropped more than two million tons of ordnance on Laos during 580,000 bombing missions-equal to a planeload of bombs every 8 minutes, 24-hours a day, for 9 years - making Laos the most heavily bombed country per capita in history.

@engegiger

2 жыл бұрын

Who's the narrator please? Is it Tim Wright? I missed his voice in Myanmar. He always changes his voice and intonation when speaking as different people in the video. He doesn't waste words needlessly but give the viewer such a sense of calm, feeling like I'm right there, in the truck or what have you. All the staff need to be highly praised for their bravery and unique talent. I can't get enough of Deadliest Roads! What an eye opener. We are very spoiled and have gotten too soft. Watching from Switzerland 🇨🇭

@laminprahim6068

2 жыл бұрын

Ķuuklķ

@flyingriders631

2 жыл бұрын

@@importedriceco Where can I get this information?

I love how these documentaries branch out on covering more than just the dangerous roads, but still remain on topic. Well done as always

I absolutely love the narrator when he switches to translating the subjects' dialog and how he imitates their voices - I think it's hilarious and has to be one the biggest charms to these Dangerous Roads documentaries.

@Worldopain

Ай бұрын

He sounds like he's reading a kids book. I love it as well.

Damn I am a security guard in Los Angeles and sometimes I feel I have it bad and struggling. but when I see these documentaries it makes me appreciate my job and my life a bit more. We all go through tough times but we have to remember it can always be worst. someone out there is literally walking miles and miles to get to work or just to make some money for their family. We are blessed here in the states.

@Rhapbus1

3 жыл бұрын

This mindset is why the United States infrastructure is crumbling, the government is crumbling, and society is crumbling. We're too complacent. We see awful third world countries and go "Boy we sure have it great!!" Instead of seeing how we can make our country even better. Yeah, we have it good. But we've gotten too comfortable and it's not going to stay that way forever.

@every1elsebutme124

2 жыл бұрын

Your job is hard stop consoling yourself

@dave3464

2 жыл бұрын

Well said! People who don't appreciate what they have, will not appreciate what they get. They think the world is owed to them. Respect to you for appreciating your opportunity!

@cathyheston3029

2 жыл бұрын

@@dave3464 Well said from you also!

@Mitch-zr4wb

2 жыл бұрын

The poorest of Americans live better than 99% of the world. It's easy to lose sight of that.

No one talks about the cameramen in comments. Praise the cameraman!!!!

@Brickwork101

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what the camera man gets paid for

@szili76

3 жыл бұрын

He is the real hero!

@albertchehade9916

3 жыл бұрын

I praise the cameramen...and women (???)

@daoneonlyone3858

3 жыл бұрын

Yes they are to true MVPs I would be so scared at some of the scenes they shoot 🤞😳

@IansWorldTravels

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, in all the videos in this series!

it breaks my heart watching this elephant stressed but also relieved at the love he has for his elephant

@Dannyboi-re7vb

11 ай бұрын

all domesticated animals played a purpose for the human race from Dogs to Elephants we domesticated these animals for a purpose and whether you think one not it's their nature to work for and with Humans.

Deadliest road is one of the best articulated documentary 💯

These documentaries are so addictive in their own ways. I just love them. The cultures of the people are well put.

I feel myself so blessed after looking into these documentaries The life we complain about is the life they dream about☺️

Much love from Kenya 🇰🇪. Thank you for the upload. Keep them coming.👏👏

@FreeDocumentary

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by and don’t worry - we’ll keep them coming!

@mauriceosullivan6832

2 жыл бұрын

@@FreeDocumentary have you won any awards? if not their's no justice in this world, the best Documentarys in the world.

In 2019 I solo traveled to Laos, purchased an ancient Honda SuperCub and put over 5k kms on that little bike traveling all around. What a lovely, beautiful place full of lovely, beautiful people. Never had a break down that left me stranded, barely had any accidents and almost got stabbed a few times….but didn’t! 5/5 would recommend!

As an American, we take so much for granted. I've been having my girls watch these episodes, to see just how much effort goes into getting the basics needed to survive. If not taught, they would believe that food just arrives in our pantry.

@Ghq__

2 жыл бұрын

you forget to mention the 2 million bombs dropped there by your country ... SMH

@PAULLONDEN

Жыл бұрын

@@Ghq__ It looks *you* "forgot" to look at Mitch's profile picture......... He seemingly doesn't need to be reminded to what the U.S. one party state is capable of. Anyway......France also bears responsibility about that murdering conflict , after leaving Uncle Sam to take over their bloody colonial history from Asia to Haïti .

@JSchaffer214

Жыл бұрын

@@Ghq__ As an American, I wholeheartedly disagree with our "foreign affairs" tactics. I believe we should stay far away from every other country on this planet, become self sufficient like we were prior to WW2 and let the rest of you destroy each other. The vast majority of us don't want to step foot on foreign soil for battle ever again! Unfortunately, we've let in far too many illegal immigrants completely unchecked and have created a society full of crybaby losers who don't want to work for a single penny! Among a dozen other factors, we're destroying ourselves from the inside out by letting the outside in.

@haki.official1659

Жыл бұрын

​@@Ghq__ sounds like ur implying he dropped them himself lmao stfu

@Dannyboi-re7vb

11 ай бұрын

@@Ghq__ based war crimes are based

Whoever the narrator is for the Deadliest Roads series does an amazing job and his delivery is absolutely perfect. Thanks for providing these top quality documentaries. Have a wonderful week.

@ryancourts2726

3 жыл бұрын

He reads from a script. 🙄

@KarenSmith-pc8ji

3 жыл бұрын

@@ryancourts2726 Yep, I’m sure you’re right about the show being scripted. It’s his talent and inflections that bring the script to life, imo.

@Londonfogey

2 жыл бұрын

The narrator is great! It's slightly puzzling that he's English but prices everything in Euros rather than pounds sterling though. I guess that's for the export market.

@KarenSmith-pc8ji

2 жыл бұрын

@@Londonfogey Thats a good point and your guess is probably right.

@guillermomontoyo

2 жыл бұрын

It's Adrian Dynbar

I love how the narrator does the talk over for the people as well, especially the way he expresses there tone and emotions. Cheers

@davel9514

2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the subtitled episodes, though these are still just as addictive 😂

@whatshishead2680

2 жыл бұрын

@@davel9514 Ha' yeh true! I guess the narrator can sound anyway you like in your own head 🤪

When you feel sadness about life you can watch this video and you will happily that’s you still lucky ..

@Tammissa

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

The elephant understanding the voice of guy it's wonderful! really.

@user-yw5fj3tz1u

2 жыл бұрын

But guy doesn’t understand the pain of the poor elephant 🐘 sad reality

@soulraizor1

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-yw5fj3tz1u You don't understand the guys need of money for food. If you are hungry, you would do the exact same.

@alecgurney9305

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-yw5fj3tz1u cry

What a beautiful way to end off my Sunday 🙏🏾

@forcingclimateinfo7014

3 жыл бұрын

Ending my Sunday here in Sweden too and I really enjoy this channel and specially episodes like this about hard working people in pore countries they seems to be more happy anyway!!

@jasonmarshall3257

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@NoNORADon911

3 жыл бұрын

Better than a kick in the shin or a poke in the eye

@romella_karmey

3 жыл бұрын

@fint jora you have no idea.. Poor doesn't always mean unhappy. Even the richest in your country can be the most depressed and full of discontent.. If money means happiness then why are there famous, rich and powerful people committing suicide then?

Kudos to the teacher who sacrifices his time and family just to promote education at the remote village. He is so passionate to educate the children. God bless him. Thanks FD for this another interesting piece of documentary about Laos. Well done and take care, as your team is taking dangerous trip as well just to have this content available for us. With much love and respect from the Philippines :)

@robinwells8879

Жыл бұрын

Or is he unwittingly playing his part in destroying another indigenous people? Either way it ended the film on a sad note for me.

@MrLince-hr4of

Жыл бұрын

Sounds more like the government forced him to do it so they could more easily kick out the poor natives. . . abrupt end

Sunday evenings just got better! Love from SL 🇱🇰 🌳❤️😍🐘

@FreeDocumentary

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for stopping by to let us know. Excellent 😀

Damn, that old soviet truck looks like it's out of a Mad Max movie!

old episode but its deadliest roads so l'm still gonna watch.

@abdoulayekoundoul7450

3 жыл бұрын

i knew I wasn’t the only one who realized this was a old episode 😂

@mabrenz_n5391

3 жыл бұрын

@@abdoulayekoundoul7450 been watching them for a long time.

@kooperativekrohn819

2 жыл бұрын

Oldie but goldie

I visited Laos 🇱🇦 15 years ago, we must travel via North Thailand 🇹🇭 and cross friendship bridge. Nice country to visit.

@LaoSoftware

2 жыл бұрын

Laos has changed a lot. There a many new modern developments. They just got a new railway from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. It was big news in the last few weeks. You need to visit Laos soon.

Poor elephants. Heatbreaking to see what these beautiful creatures go through.

@NataGeo83

3 жыл бұрын

Was looking for one comment like this, it’s understandable they need to provide for their families but there is other option instead of using those majestic creatures!! Those people are super friendly but I couldn’t help myself feeling sorry watching those beautiful elephants being used like that!

@vladgore5352

3 жыл бұрын

i press 20 seconds forward every time...i can see he is not happy...

@godblessacountrygirl5324

3 жыл бұрын

It is sad

@francisstclare5799

3 жыл бұрын

@@NataGeo83 like what other options years ago humans have been using elephants as transportation

@francisstclare5799

3 жыл бұрын

@@NataGeo83 so dumb

I am feeling extremely sorry for the poor elephant 🐘

@RedShift112

3 жыл бұрын

poor camboo. beautiful creature.

@melindathomas21

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly i just wrote on this.. IT WOULD BE AGAINST THE LAW HERE..WHY ANY DIFFERENCE THERE ?????

@baguiobestmmafighters2001

2 жыл бұрын

atleast the man said he love his elephant😂

@Zerg435

2 жыл бұрын

@@baguiobestmmafighters2001 Yeah sure, the elephant does the heavy lifting. If you did all that work for him, he would love you too.

@mikixP

2 жыл бұрын

Oh stfuuuu

Feeling very bad for elephant 😔

I respect the narrator. He is so articulate and explains with dedication

It's hard to see the elephant suffer like this. I feel pity for the poor mammoth, beautiful creature that humanity has been abusing for centuries. 🤧

@condor2963

2 жыл бұрын

Many of you keep praising those people for no reason really. You all keep forgetting those are very primitive people with its primitive cultures. We in the west would not allow to treat animals like that, yes we did in the past but our culture and our ethics have evolved and we now recognize it is wrong. I like those documentaries but I cringe every time I see this kind of savage behavior and its people.

@dave3464

2 жыл бұрын

@@condor2963 Savage? What did you see that was so awful?

@scottfahey3020

2 жыл бұрын

maybe you should volunteer to go haul logs for those people so they can let their elephant rest

@scottfahey3020

2 жыл бұрын

oh wait, literally the only way to remove the logs without MASSIVE deforestation is with elephants.... hmm...

@bigboner23

2 жыл бұрын

Do you feel sorry for police dogs or animals that help the disabled too?

I'm addicted to the soothing voice of the narrator🇵🇭🙏

I'm 52 now but in highschool I had a guy friend named Dao Nuvongza who escaped Laos (pronounced "louse") as a child. Best human being in highschool I ever knew

@rkalkes

2 жыл бұрын

I am now 41. But in my early 20s I worked with many Lao people in a factory. Very good people. I sure do miss them.

@rider660r

Жыл бұрын

Actually the S is silent..................... so it's Lao

@kingdomrunt

Жыл бұрын

@@rider660r I appreciate that, but that's not how he pronounced it.

@rider660r

Жыл бұрын

@@kingdomrunt It doesn't matter,that's how it is pronounced....the S is silent.

The husband driver speak 90%-95% Thai language and his wife and some of the people of the village. Thanks for this DOC.

I love these documentaries, but they end so abruptly.

Its nice to be able to sit in my home and travel the world. Thank you.

@FreeDocumentary

2 жыл бұрын

Isn’t it though?

Welcome to Laos. This is just a small part of it. Laos is even more beautiful than this short video described. More positive!

@sali-ali

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, I'm EU citizen and I want to get a Laos visa but the e-visa site don't work since 2~3 years. Do you have an idea how can I get a visa?

@SaleumsaiKeokaseumsouk

2 жыл бұрын

Laos is now opening its borders to all countries, starting from 9 May, 2022. You can apply visa online now. Or you can contact Lao embassy or consulate nearby.

16:42 I want to see more of that little baby playing with the ducklings. That is adorable. 😆😅😇

The narrator on these documentaries really makes it. Dude you're awesome

Waiting for every sunday ❤️❤️ love from sri lanka 🇱🇰

Always admire this voice 😘Great videos always..... Representing Ghana 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭

@FreeDocumentary

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@judemoari5830

3 жыл бұрын

When are you coming to Ghana?🇬🇭

How beautifully you have documented. Lovely work! ❤️💯

love these documentary's always high quality.

Watching all your videos, Thanks for making these types of documentries. It's very helpful in this pandemic season.

The intro to these videos is absolutely epic. I love it so much

Should get an award. That's an incredible documentary....

Great job on the documentary. You guys do such a good story thank you. Stay safe.

Thank you so much for uploading please continue uploading roads documentaries like these. You got a new SUBSCRIBER

The elephant 🐘 made me smile 😊.

The elephant is so amazing! He snapped that branch in half with its Trunk lol! And was able to move that really heavy piece of wood. Extremely intelligent and tough!

Watching all these documentaries, I'm amazed by their building and maintenance abilities on any mechanical vehicles!!!

I love watching free documentary. I'm out of work today and you made my day at least productive by watching :)

The teacher is my hero. I pray that these pupils be the big hope of their country.

One of my favourite countries in the world with the friendliest people.

I just am so sorry for the elephant... I hope they make it rest 💔😢

@LaoSoftware

2 жыл бұрын

I love animals. They work so hard to help people. I hope they let the elephant rest and give it some food. Laos is a very poor country. So elephants help out with the labor.

@narnilawson869

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. I love these doco's, but the animal suffering in some of them breaks my heart.

@alecgurney9305

2 жыл бұрын

Oh well

@d.bcooper2271

Жыл бұрын

Shut up! First world people with technology will never understand that

Glad the elephant stopped to eat. What a beauty.

Thank you so much. Lives with the Akha for one week. Had a great gospel and a great Thanksgiving.

Love this channel I always watch new video about deadliest roads. More power and God bless us.

1st❤️😍😍 im early hehehe Watching from the Philippines❤️

@philnightjar1971

3 жыл бұрын

@@aswinmods Suits you well

Amazing job this young teacher is doing God bless and guide him

amazing.wonder how your team manages to get such thrilling episodes every time in tough terrains.special mention to the camera crew is must for their excellent job in the challenging conditions.kudos Free Documentary.

I've missed this kind of voice of narrator😊

Many thanks Free Documentary...great work thru you able to appreciate how good easy our life is compared to theirs.

My Saturday and Sunday evenings always get better with Free documentary. I do invite friends and we watch together. I’m watching from Ghana 🇬🇭 west Africa

That Drop-tank canoe was badass, now I want one!

Thank you so much, these documentary are such gem

I hope they love and treat those elephants well. I can see how we Americans and Europeans may see this as a hard life but when your whole life revolves around having food and love of a close family there really isn't anything else we really need. I'm jealous to be honest

@carolinekanini6342

2 жыл бұрын

I understand you perfectly

@d.bcooper2271

Жыл бұрын

Shut up

The elephant is the unsung hero of this story

*Thanks for posting this video!!!*

Im addicted to FD from deadliest roads to mystery places in nature too..i love it keep it up FD.truly good documentaries here in ph.

@FreeDocumentary

3 жыл бұрын

There’s plenty more coming and you can check out all so far releases under the PLAYLIST TAB OR THE VIDEOS TAB. Thanks so much for being a loyal follower. Greatly appreciated.

Thank you for all these free videos

The narrator and he’s camera man is doing a hell of a job on these vlogs ..thanks

Yes kudos to the cameramen for the nice shots clear pictures and good shot angles. They are indispensable components of a good documentary.

Hats off to the team making such a wonderful film

Such a great documentary 👍

I watched one of this series,ended up downloading them all,camera men are creative,and the narrator's voice keeps you watching My best is the Nigerian one

SO MANY BEAUTIFUL HUMAN BEINGS ON THIS PLANET.. THANK YOU FOR HAVING ME HERE... NAMASTE

Much love from New York City

Great work God bless you guys much love 🥰🥰🙏

THANK YOU FOR CLEARING UN-EXPLOADED MUNITIONS.. FOR THE PEOPLES & THANK YOU FOR SHARING

I love watching these because I get to see how other people make a living on the road

@Civerius

3 жыл бұрын

They sure as hell don't do it because 'a good option', but to just live the next day.

😊😊😊 You guys never disappoint 🤗❤

44:52 - That scenery reminds me of El Yunque, Puerto Rico 💛🌄

The elephant is such an amazing animal, can’t imagine this life they lead

@d.bcooper2271

Жыл бұрын

Shut up! First world people with technology will never understand that

Thank you Fd Really love your vids !!!!!!! Thanks

honestly these Doco. series have become the highlight of my Sundays

Lots a love from nepal🇳🇵 Really love the series Great job

Wow, keep them coming , very resourcefull

@FreeDocumentary

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t worry - we will and thank you for stopping by to let us know! Much appreciated 😀

Free Documentary...this channel is very interesting and educational....❤️❤️🇱🇰🇱🇰..from sri lanka..

These documentaries keep me grounded. I watch to learn about different cultures and daily life around the world. Makes me feel more connected and appreciative for what I have and learn watching these.❤️

@weedman1168

3 жыл бұрын

To skip all the ads on all videos ask you need to do is skip to the end of the video and restart it and it will take all the ads away, just letting you know because these channels have many ads so just trying to save you some time

What magnificent creatures, poor things.

Watching from Kenya 🇰🇪

The inhabitants of Chakhampa village reminded me of my ancestors hundred years ago.

Free Documentary, ♡ from sri lanka 🇱🇰

@FreeDocumentary

3 жыл бұрын

Hi back from all of us at FD 😀

I'm from South Africa; I've been a fan of this channel ever since 2020 due to lockdown.

These docos are the best ones I've seen in a long damn time

Awesome video series!!!

Magnificent Documentary Well documented

I'm addicted to this channel ❤❤❤

You can never get tired of learning

Wonderful documentary 🙏🙏

SOLID DOCUMENTARY KEEPSAFE AS ALWAYS EVERYONE GODBLESS

Love this channel thanks 😎

Nice video.Thank you.