In 2010, Private Bradley Manning was accused of orchestrating the largest leak of classified defense material in U.S. history. His arrest and subsequent trial inspired Cass McCombs to write a protest song for the soldier. “Bradley Manning” now has a poignant video accompaniment that was filmed in Manning’s hometown of Crescent, Okla. The clip is full of poignant small-town Americana imagery, and its potent political overtones perfectly match McComb’s message and haunting musical delivery. Check it out below.
