Leadership Lessons from Gen. James Mattis (Ret.)

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  • Опубліковано 20 тра 2024
  • General James Mattis (Ret.) served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 2013. During this time he was the 11th Commander of United States Central Command. We sat down with him and asked him your questions.
    0:08 - What is the toughest decision you had to make while in the Marine Corps and did you ever regret your decision?
    2:25 - How did you stay motivated throughout your Marine Corps career?
    3:27 - How do you keep improving as a leader to meet the demand of each role in your career?
    5:53 - There was a cold night in Afghanistan when you were walking the perimeter by yourself, greeting a bunch of young Marines. What were you thinking about?
    7:16 - What is the one leadership lesson that you learned as a General grade officer that you wish you had known your whole career?
    10:18 - What leadership books do you recommend?
    11:55 - What did you look for in your NCO's and how should the relationship between an NCO and an officer compliment each other?
    13:58 - What in your opinion is the most important leadership trait and why?
    15:33 - What is the kill-casualty radius of the knife-hand?
    (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Tony Nardiello and Lance Cpl. Dana Beesley)

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  • @sirjoshuafaw
    @sirjoshuafaw 2 роки тому +285

    "When times get tough, the Marines get tougher" - General James Mattis.

    • @Mike_416
      @Mike_416 Рік тому +4

      That's a badass thing to say. I think he really believes it too.

  • @CJW0056
    @CJW0056 7 років тому +573

    11:31 "In the marine corps, you're not paid to have a midlife crisis, or to ask anyone to help you through your midlife crisis. You're there to _give_ _the_ _enemy_ a midlife crisis."

    • @joeldumond2597
      @joeldumond2597 5 років тому +1

      Ignorant, is what you are. Ignorant SOB, and you wont ever realize it.

    • @thunderpoole100
      @thunderpoole100 4 роки тому +10

      Or an end-of-life crisis

    • @PvtCjhalo
      @PvtCjhalo 4 роки тому +4

      Semper fi

    • @littlenapoleon1321
      @littlenapoleon1321 4 роки тому +2

      @@joeldumond2597 Your calling the man who earned a nickname "Warrior Monk" Ignorant. Boy your a bigger snowflake then everybody else.

    • @ldqa2737
      @ldqa2737 2 роки тому

      And yet here we are, enemy in the gates.

  • @thawndoo
    @thawndoo 4 роки тому +1213

    "In the Marine Corps, you're not paid to have a mid-life crisis"
    You're paid to give the enemy an end of life crisis.

    • @justinziegler4194
      @justinziegler4194 4 роки тому +5

      thawndoo ooh rah semper fi

    • @TacticalRick507
      @TacticalRick507 4 роки тому +2

      Crayola snacks and Taliban gummy bears

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      @emmanuelponce9151 3 роки тому

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    • @spoton1159
      @spoton1159 3 роки тому +4

      Jimbo had a crisis after President Trump fired him.

    • @xyzdna5288
      @xyzdna5288 3 роки тому +1

      HOOAH

  • @Rude_Boi
    @Rude_Boi 3 роки тому +327

    He looks like he stayed awake his whole life.

    • @srakkar3911
      @srakkar3911 3 роки тому +23

      Thats cause he has been kickin iraqi ass

    • @sgtrock2821
      @sgtrock2821 3 роки тому +7

      @@srakkar3911 NO. His grunts kicked Iragi ass. He got the glory.

    • @srakkar3911
      @srakkar3911 3 роки тому +13

      @@sgtrock2821 welcome to rank structure?

    • @redbrickbandit
      @redbrickbandit 3 роки тому +29

      @@sgtrock2821 if you listen to him, he never chooses to take the glory. He is a humble guy that loves the men that fought for him. He never denies that the “grunts” are what made him powerful and successful.

    • @tonycrescenzo2818
      @tonycrescenzo2818 3 роки тому +14

      That’s because he did. Mattis doesn’t sleep. He waits.

  • @warrenmcd1
    @warrenmcd1 7 років тому +463

    America's next Secretary of Defense

    • @graememurphy5704
      @graememurphy5704 7 років тому +4

      Warren McDaniel hooooya!!!

    • @chase_h.01
      @chase_h.01 7 років тому +24

      *Secretary of Offence. This man's not fucking around.

    • @JM23007
      @JM23007 7 років тому +2

      Chase H. Finally get some shit done on foreign policy. I'm rooting for him.

    • @musiclover6133
      @musiclover6133 7 років тому +61

      A brilliant general, a honorable and high caliber intellectual; best choice for Secretary of Defense.

    • @ColonelBragg
      @ColonelBragg 7 років тому

      Patton i wish he was around now

  • @rorymcvey934
    @rorymcvey934 7 років тому +1106

    Can't believe they actually asked him my question... hahah!!!

    • @IgnorantIguanna
      @IgnorantIguanna 7 років тому +107

      Same here man! That's crazy!

    • @marines
      @marines  7 років тому +174

      Levi Del Bono they were two great questions!

    • @elsabiro
      @elsabiro 7 років тому +23

      Well done Marine. Well done.

    • @DeondreLequarius
      @DeondreLequarius 7 років тому +16

      That was friggin moto

    • @yoelistrujillo333
      @yoelistrujillo333 7 років тому +8

      Christopher White semper FI

  • @MrLakin11
    @MrLakin11 3 роки тому +77

    That last statement nut tingling:
    "The kill/casualty radius of MY knifehand is as far as YOU can throw it."

  • @brettmcpherson-smith8256
    @brettmcpherson-smith8256 3 роки тому +452

    If you saw this guy in Walmart you’d think he’s some old fart with 50 years behind a desk. You’d never think he’s got such courage, spirit and conviction to keep going and motivate millions of soldiers. That’s a real man.

    • @WestonHettinger
      @WestonHettinger 3 роки тому +26

      Seen him at Safeway and the Post Office a couple times now. People don't recognize him. It makes me sad.

    • @brettmcpherson-smith8256
      @brettmcpherson-smith8256 3 роки тому +16

      @@WestonHettinger He probably wouldn’t want be recognised, only the media heroes/whores want the limelight. He knows what he’s achieved, he’s confident in his skills and if asked in 20 years to come back and lead again, he would suit up and be out there serving his country. No complaints, just serving his country as best he can.....as we all should.

    • @AShroudOfTruth
      @AShroudOfTruth 2 роки тому +2

      What a joke!

    • @petekdemircioglu
      @petekdemircioglu Рік тому +1

      Appearences can be deceiving.

    • @justdone1251
      @justdone1251 Рік тому +1

      Marines.. talk shit at local bar about them..... Out of the woodwork you'll instantly regret your comment.

  • @nationalist818
    @nationalist818 7 років тому +510

    From a for Army Gulf War 1 veteran, I will say with all my heart this man is one of the greatest military Generals in history.

    • @GWulf47
      @GWulf47 7 років тому +44

      Just as we Marines say with all our hearts Army General George Patton was one of the greatest American generals in history. They were cut from the same bolt of cloth!

    • @mercurypoizund404
      @mercurypoizund404 7 років тому

      George Walden lol

    • @cchainsaw7930
      @cchainsaw7930 7 років тому +1

      nationalist818 i call BS

    • @ChimiChanga1337
      @ChimiChanga1337 7 років тому

      STFU and fall in line, son.

    • @cchainsaw7930
      @cchainsaw7930 7 років тому +3

      krishiitm ? he is no vet. i am defending Mattis

  • @Okey-McDokey
    @Okey-McDokey 7 років тому +174

    Thank you sir. It was an honor to serve under your command.

    • @nicholsjt
      @nicholsjt 7 років тому +43

      No doubt about that, one of the greatest modern military leaders we've had.

    • @robertb1742
      @robertb1742 6 років тому +8

      Ben Sykes thank you for your service. God bless.

    • @yabuddycarmine1592
      @yabuddycarmine1592 6 років тому +7

      Ben Sykes
      Thank you for your service.

  • @randomperson1815
    @randomperson1815 4 роки тому +430

    Saint Mattis of Quantico
    Patron Saint of Chaos

    • @TKOverkill148
      @TKOverkill148 4 роки тому +16

      The Warrior Monk!

    • @osolloesteban5345
      @osolloesteban5345 4 роки тому +4

      Random Person 👏🏼💪🏼😚🇲🇽🇺🇸🎊🙏🏽

    • @c3aloha
      @c3aloha 4 роки тому +1

      MATTIS 2020!!!

    • @spoton1159
      @spoton1159 3 роки тому +1

      You 'forgot' to mention how President Trump FIRED him Jimmy.

    • @mariamollenhauer7355
      @mariamollenhauer7355 3 роки тому +7

      He actually quit because the morales of the previous administration were against his own and he stepped down before he was "fired".

  • @williamgageglass5799
    @williamgageglass5799 Рік тому +73

    Ever since I joined the Marine Corps back in 2012 it has taken all of the following out of my mind, vocabulary and will: quitting, giving up, any thoughts of backing down! This man is one of the greatest Marines to ever exist!

    • @brendabernstein286
      @brendabernstein286 Рік тому +2

      Truth

    • @f_USAF-Lt.G
      @f_USAF-Lt.G 5 місяців тому

      During a multi-branch military live fire training exercise, he commanded such respect that those under him from grunt to low level officer appealed to him to carry the call-sign CHAOS because (he would eventually fly for the military, and) he demonstrated himself to be the proverbial "Colonel Has An Outstanding Solution" !!
      He's been rightly called the man who could work for anyone as-so-long as they would never betray our country.
      (😂he kicked my ass, but I put up one hell of a fight... 🤔but it's been so long now I can't remember which came first, so imma stick with what I'm saying)

  • @recondocb
    @recondocb 7 років тому +375

    So damned proud to have shaken this man's hand on the battlefield in '03. What an amazing leader of men.

    • @youkouncoun6533
      @youkouncoun6533 5 років тому +1

      Gl Mathis is the Spirit of the Army its Essence its Glory
      He succeded to plan execute improve the Army capacities to respond at today's challenges for more improvement in its evolution for its futur
      Thank you for your Service
      Respect
      Good luck Gl Mathis

    • @crewchmelar9441
      @crewchmelar9441 4 роки тому +5

      youkouncoun did you really just say army?

    • @commodoresixfour7478
      @commodoresixfour7478 4 роки тому

      @@crewchmelar9441 Will, besides being a Marine he was the United States Secretary of Defense for a short period.

    • @Wylie777
      @Wylie777 4 роки тому +1

      @@crewchmelar9441 he also said "Mathis"

  • @tomoconnor58
    @tomoconnor58 6 років тому +222

    1. Make your bed every morning
    2. Find someone to help you paddle
    3. Measure a person by the size of their heart, not the size of their flippers
    4. Sometimes no matter how well you prepare/perform you will fail - keep moving forward
    5. Life is full of multiple failures, don’t be afraid of failure - it will make you stronger
    6. If you want to change the world, sometimes you have to go head first
    7. There are a lot of sharks in the world, if you hope to complete the swim you will have to deal with them - don’t back down from the sharks
    8. You must be your very best in the darkest moments - stay calm
    9. The power of hope - one person can change the world by giving people hope (start singing when you’re up to your neck in mud)
    10. If you want to change the world don’t ever ring the bell (quit)
    SEALs 10 guidelines

  • @jcrewjim
    @jcrewjim 4 роки тому +18

    General Mattis, I doubt you will ever see this, I was with the 15th MEU that set up Rhino. I was briefly under your command before I was detached to go into the White mountains during Tora Bora. I just wanted to say, you are the officer every Marine prays they get to serve under.

  • @johnnyparker9928
    @johnnyparker9928 4 роки тому +19

    Few men in this world are as solid and fearless as MATTIS. When he speaks thunder awaits a pause.

    • @jdub1450
      @jdub1450 3 роки тому

      He’s a scum bag

  • @soundsofwar7428
    @soundsofwar7428 7 років тому +69

    "...It's about the spirit of the Marine Corps that nothing, nothing really can stop us..." amazing. Rah.

  • @matthewc2042
    @matthewc2042 7 років тому +21

    Mattis for President. No one would stand a chance against him.

  • @JRF1366
    @JRF1366 4 роки тому +17

    Legend has it that his knife-hand is still killing the enemy to this day. Praise Chesty, in Mattis's name we slay, kill.

  • @tylerlape4169
    @tylerlape4169 3 роки тому +20

    Mad Dog Mattis will go down in history as one of the Greatest Marines to have ever graced us with his presence.

  • @McMorty10
    @McMorty10 7 років тому +373

    This Legend needs to be president.

    • @SulCoCrazy
      @SulCoCrazy 6 років тому +7

      Me too. But to think that this guy sticks with Trump.....gotta give creds to Trump too. Losers don't hang with losers....

    • @TheApana
      @TheApana 6 років тому +3

      There's no reason to go to war with Russia. That's stupid.

    • @based_seattle
      @based_seattle 6 років тому +1

      And if Russia starts conducting covert chemical attacks on US citizens like they did in the UK, what then?

    • @ChrisWilson-cg2zx
      @ChrisWilson-cg2zx 5 років тому +3

      Mad Dog 20/20

    • @infantrymanejb358
      @infantrymanejb358 5 років тому +1

      Even If he was handed the presidency I doubt he'd take it.

  • @wallsofmine
    @wallsofmine 7 років тому +230

    I petition for Mattis to run for president

    • @Kimstatus
      @Kimstatus 7 років тому

      its sad but i suspect hes not gonna do it because hes on the same side as the wars going on.

    • @liza.1888
      @liza.1888 5 років тому

      I second!

    • @youkouncoun6533
      @youkouncoun6533 5 років тому +1

      He deserves it

    • @youkouncoun6533
      @youkouncoun6533 5 років тому +1

      Sir Mattiss my friend who finished his military functions in O13
      after having given 4O years of his life to rule the USA Military Army
      the one year and few month in Trump Government
      were for him the occasion to show how to assume
      the Military Functions
      Having lelft the USA Military Army well prepared on a perfect raidiness
      best miitary equipped
      Gl Mattis is my Hero
      My Super Star
      feel goose pumps
      skin pumps
      shade a tear
      We are undebted to His person for
      the good job he accomplished diring his military functions
      Respect
      Blessing
      xx
      Trump called Mattis to show him how to deal with the harsh work of
      the USA big Firm
      being the most well politically
      awaire aknowledged
      on international conflict the Middle-East problem
      the North Korean problem
      big mistake to use the name Isreal
      Sidna Israel quoted in the Coran is God sender like the prophete Mohammed
      God is not a State Agent
      knowing that originally God forbade the Bani Israel to return to
      occupy Palestine
      sacrified his private life
      He lain in front of me on a diamond carpet
      to hold him take care of Him
      the duty I hold on my shoulder with responsibility
      care i'll fulfill at fulness
      In fact it's Almighty God who guides His path on mines
      he

    • @youkouncoun6533
      @youkouncoun6533 5 років тому

      There is nobody on earth able to assume assure the job to rule the big firm USA than him
      Men considered " Men located for the right in french ot's called " A man of the concensus "
      Good morning Darling
      How I miss you
      11.43

  • @rpd3327
    @rpd3327 4 роки тому +232

    You know you’re a good general when your nickname is mad dog and your call sign is “chaos”

    • @howardtreesong4860
      @howardtreesong4860 4 роки тому +17

      Chaos being an acronym for 'Colonel Has Another Outstanding Suggestion'. The fact that Marines speak so highly of him tells you everything you need to know of General Mattis as a leader. The idea that Donald Trump would be his 'superior' doesn't pass the laugh test. Donald Trump couldn't last sixty seconds working for General Mattis.

    • @spoton1159
      @spoton1159 3 роки тому +3

      Lol!! Yeah, sure. That must be why President Trump fired Jimbo.

    • @bohowland5493
      @bohowland5493 3 роки тому +3

      Hes a POS

    • @sipzter
      @sipzter 3 роки тому +1

      @@bohowland5493 Who?

    • @MrBinnie824
      @MrBinnie824 3 роки тому +3

      @@spoton1159 that's a complement. Trump no likey competent people cuz he wants to be surrounded by dipsh*ts like himself.

  • @cortbengtson4149
    @cortbengtson4149 4 роки тому +17

    "how do you stay teachable as a leader" thanks it's nice to hear ongoing intelligence in the world

  • @OsOQRT
    @OsOQRT 7 років тому +69

    Mattis for President!!!

    • @youkouncoun6533
      @youkouncoun6533 5 років тому +1

      We pray he 'll be the next US president
      for 2O22
      Gl Mattis has in him the talent the knowledge the courage to assume the function as President
      He has the guts to make America great again
      We keep our fingers cross
      Mattis for President in 2O22
      Good luck dear
      Sir
      xxx

  • @billyminter3582
    @billyminter3582 7 років тому +159

    He is the second coming of Chesty, without a doubt.

  • @alexanderleahy2097
    @alexanderleahy2097 2 роки тому +8

    I remember my first Company Commander and the way he was as a leader. I also, remember the day he left, how sad it was. He was such a good leader, I literally felt like I could follow him into the depths of hell and have no qualms about it. He was so proficient in literally everything, his mind was sharp, his body was strong, but his spirit was intoxicating. Genuinely miss him as both a fellow Marine, and as a subordinate who felt like he learned so much from this singular man. Wish he was still around.

  • @hectortellez7776
    @hectortellez7776 3 роки тому +36

    Being a Marine is the greatest honor! Thank you sir!🇺🇸

  • @flipplas943
    @flipplas943 7 років тому +178

    I am a United States Marine. I am proud of my Corps, and get seriously motivated listening to this great man. Thank God we will now have him as Secretary of Defense...Semper Fi

    • @mitchellmitchell6938
      @mitchellmitchell6938 5 років тому +1

      Flip Plas proud as hell. Here’s to you and to our Corps!

    • @DinamoDeet101
      @DinamoDeet101 5 років тому +3

      talk to people..write to MATISs..he can save america from chaos..FOR PRESIDENT..MATISS

    • @galahadthegreen5696
      @galahadthegreen5696 5 років тому +1

      Oof... watching this in 2019...

    • @peterbenson2185
      @peterbenson2185 5 років тому +1

      I'm a British civilian... Pride in my countries political strength is slipping fast.....
      Can we PLEASE borrow him for just a couple of years.
      Make Britain great again.

    • @Papichuloserio916
      @Papichuloserio916 4 роки тому

      Flip Plas 1775!!!!!!!!

  • @garyhughes4819
    @garyhughes4819 4 роки тому +1148

    The day that General Mattis resigned as Defence Secretary was the day that America lost a national treasure.

    • @jaybestnz
      @jaybestnz 4 роки тому +77

      It's pretty telling on Trumps leadership that this man would feel that he had to..

    • @billybobjohnadamjoe
      @billybobjohnadamjoe 4 роки тому +17

      He couldn’t do his job anymore. He was locked into a rock and a hard place.

    • @garyhughes4819
      @garyhughes4819 4 роки тому +13

      @Troll Ov Metal WHAT!!!???

    • @garyhughes4819
      @garyhughes4819 4 роки тому +73

      @@jaybestnz General Matthis is a man of principal. How could he tolerate working under a degenerate like Trump? Answer: He couldn't. He tried but Trump is a lunatic and a disaster just waiting to happen.

    • @garyhughes4819
      @garyhughes4819 4 роки тому +13

      @Troll Ov MetalThat's a huge statement. Can you back it up with some references or is it simply an uninformed opinion? Would be interested to know.

  • @matthewd1135
    @matthewd1135 4 роки тому +129

    Thank you Sir, for this video. It is 2019 and you are still motivating us.

  • @elycebishop1914
    @elycebishop1914 4 роки тому +11

    America’s badass grandpa. He’s cerebral, genuine, and terrifying. Semper Fi

  • @nickhang1630
    @nickhang1630 7 років тому +384

    I would go to hell and back for this man.

    • @jacksonarnecke7776
      @jacksonarnecke7776 7 років тому +58

      some men have

    • @jacksonarnecke7776
      @jacksonarnecke7776 7 років тому

      Erica Harris that's obviously a fake page mad dog probably doesn't have a Facebook nor does he want to

    • @cindytucker3065
      @cindytucker3065 7 років тому +6

      Ed Kelly Mattis stood eye to eye with Satan. Satan blinked. 😉

    • @amandawhisnant622
      @amandawhisnant622 6 років тому +1

      Ed Kelly thank you for your service

    • @billydee4272
      @billydee4272 6 років тому

      South Side Chicago?

  • @richardw2566
    @richardw2566 6 років тому +353

    I had the honor of serving under Lt Col Mattis 1/7 Task force Ripper during the first sand box. Semper Fi, Sir

    • @jimgregory6185
      @jimgregory6185 4 роки тому +2

      Ohhrah!

    • @gilberttrevino8944
      @gilberttrevino8944 4 роки тому +2

      Errr Brother 1/7 88-92

    • @92coupelx
      @92coupelx 4 роки тому +5

      I served with General Mattis as part of Task Force 58. We had a SSGT Childs with us that was with Task Force Ripper, had the tattoo on his arm. Don't know if that rings a bell or not, he was probably a Cpl or Sgt then. He told me he had a long break in service before coming back in. Semper Fi brother

    • @airportbumdad
      @airportbumdad 4 роки тому +1

      @Mindfulness Organics I served as well. BF 1942 Desert Combat BF2 Bad Company 2 BF3 and BF4. I had many commanders. Maybe I served with him.......HA!!!!!

    • @alex-cj9mb
      @alex-cj9mb 4 роки тому +1

      @@airportbumdad shut up opie

  • @40datboysha
    @40datboysha 2 роки тому +8

    This man is a true leader! Thank you for your service Gen. Mattis.

  • @debrasagan9794
    @debrasagan9794 4 роки тому +4

    Damn straight interviewer....you address him as Sir. He's earned that. Anyone that disagrees I'll give ya my digits and set your ass straight. Never dishonor him.

  • @sschevy8558
    @sschevy8558 7 років тому +2345

    I hear Chuck Norris gives him his lunch money.

  • @mayheamk
    @mayheamk 7 років тому +21

    I am an Iranian american emigrated at age of 15, 2005. I can't say how much I admire and have high respect for general James mattes and treasure his speeches! I don't think I've missed any major speech or his presentation at large institutes ever! God bless you sir.

  • @Steve-dg3md
    @Steve-dg3md 2 роки тому +7

    Semper Fi General... You have been an inspiration in my career in The Marines... Truly a Leader of Men.

  • @terryjames2859
    @terryjames2859 4 роки тому +2

    I worked for this great leader ip close for approx 10 years and I've never seen a more professional dedicated war genius in my 57 yrs on this planet. He would make a great President they dont come any fairer than the warrior monk. Semper fi my friend

  • @patrick1580
    @patrick1580 7 років тому +92

    He is the definition of a badass

  • @MichaelF144
    @MichaelF144 7 років тому +23

    I like this guy. I know I didn't vote for Trump, I think he really sounds so genuine, decent, and honorable. My grandfather was in the Army from 1942 - 1945. He was in Brazil, Ascension Island, and Africa. He reminds me in some ways of him. General Jim Mattis would be a great choice.

  • @dinkh5517
    @dinkh5517 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you sir not only for the service you have given to the United States of America but also the service you have given the American people and for the leadership you provided to your marines and the ones all over the globe that heard you

  • @buddhastaxi666
    @buddhastaxi666 3 роки тому +6

    The power of the Individual is immense. One man or woman can motivate and inspire. I did 3 miles in 15 minutes at 15. All carried though was my shorts.

    • @christopherfisher6293
      @christopherfisher6293 2 роки тому

      Well done you!! You did the 3 miles in style faster than anyone sat on a chair that did not compete. Others will say " I could have done it quicker" or "I could do it if I want, but I don't want to" Reply " I could be 6ft tall if I wanted, but I don't want!! I could leap tall buildings in one single bound or I could have waist length green hair if I want but I don't want!!" You did it , not them!! Enjoy that fact!!!

  • @gvaldesuso
    @gvaldesuso 7 років тому +56

    This is what we needed. Seriously qualified down to earth general. Congratulations General Mad-Dog. Awesome... Bye bye Isis......

    • @youkouncoun6533
      @youkouncoun6533 5 років тому +3

      General Mattis is the most aknowledged personality
      brilliant intellectally
      he is a full packed person
      has the passion the compassio n to deal with with
      with a brilliant brain

  • @direbearcoat7551
    @direbearcoat7551 6 років тому +376

    He was my Battalion Commander when I was in 1st Battalion 7th Marines, way back in the First Golf War! I love him.
    He and I got into a small debate about my M-16 rifle.
    I used electrician's tape to keep sand out of it. He said the electrician's tape would keep my weapon from operating effectively. I disagreed with him, saying that the electrician's tape would would keep the sand from getting into my rifle. In my view, sand would stop my M-16 from operating.
    We agreed to disagree. But damn! His leadership in the battlefield led our battalion to crush the Iraqi Army forces like they were paper mache!!

    • @blandharp9795
      @blandharp9795 4 роки тому +18

      My dad was in Kuwait then and as soon as he heard rumors he deserted and came back to Kurdistan
      He always tells me how they fucked up their army tho

    • @ihdieselman
      @ihdieselman 4 роки тому +32

      I learned in boot camp. Weapon, gear, body. The morning after the worst sand storm I ever endured sleeping on the dirt I cleaned my rifle like my life depended on it while others ate chow. Later that day their rifles jammed while mine never did the entire time I was in the Marines.

    • @reallyhappenings5597
      @reallyhappenings5597 4 роки тому +13

      The first golf war?

    • @21335186z
      @21335186z 4 роки тому +9

      Yeah it was his leadership and not the fact you had cruise missiles, Abrams tanks, F-16's and A-10's
      against some T-72's and dudes with flip flops and AK-47's.

    • @gilberttrevino8944
      @gilberttrevino8944 4 роки тому +5

      ERRRR Brother - 1/7 88--92...

  • @Sanchez981
    @Sanchez981 4 роки тому +90

    "In the Marines, you're paid to give the enemy a mid-life crisis". - Mad Dog Mattis

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      @emmanuelponce9151 3 роки тому

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    • @spoton1159
      @spoton1159 3 роки тому

      Did Jimbo say that before or after President Trump fired him? Lol!!

  • @elizabethchristie4101
    @elizabethchristie4101 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for your services, always a Marine.

  • @joshr168
    @joshr168 7 років тому +205

    Hope he becomes our Secretary of Defense. I'd follow this man into hell!

  • @abbiss89
    @abbiss89 7 років тому +28

    The Norwegian Sergeant Major of the Army told us to take notes :)

  • @pfcaraujo
    @pfcaraujo 4 роки тому +1

    General Mattis, thank you for continually motivating us, your espirit de corps lives on through all the future Marines.

  • @Deba7777
    @Deba7777 4 роки тому

    Gen Mattis, thank you for your service isn't enough to say, but thank you indeed! I got to hear you speak at my church this year (2019), at Abundant Life in Lee's Summit. What an inspiration you are, Sir! Thank you again! God bless you and your family!

  • @AnthonysOutdoors
    @AnthonysOutdoors 7 років тому +17

    Make this video go viral! He is what this country needs!

  • @sidewinderIII
    @sidewinderIII 7 років тому +40

    This Man should be The next President ... Not One of those two folks out there !!!

    • @RMS_Gigantic
      @RMS_Gigantic 7 років тому +6

      Will Secretary of Defense suffice as a stopgap?

  • @josemontero9529
    @josemontero9529 4 роки тому +1

    absolutely great man I will take your teachings to heart as a SSG in the UNITED STATES ARMY.

  • @MrTimeConservator
    @MrTimeConservator 4 роки тому +1

    Wonderful video with lots to take from and improve anyones thinking in improving themselves. Thank you General Mattis for your time in this video.

  • @boofhead6338
    @boofhead6338 7 років тому +34

    Im from australia i love this general mad dog mattis true conviction in his words you guys are in good hands!!

  • @codediporpal
    @codediporpal 7 років тому +47

    Extraordinary man. I hope Trump takes to heart the learned opinions offered by Gen. Mattis.

  • @jamesfleming5849
    @jamesfleming5849 4 роки тому +3

    He is a special kind of human.By far more good than bad.Harmless to us but a handful to anyone else.He comes from a different planet.A different society.But a society that we can't exist without.

  • @rabmoody
    @rabmoody 4 роки тому

    I admire you for your humble approach and your ability to talk openly with people ( I say people because all soldiers are people) that have come behind and before you. This is probably IMHO what is missing in the military that I came from (I won’t mention the country) but it’s very easy to see why this man is a leader. I shall salute you...

  • @arighnam
    @arighnam 6 років тому +98

    I am an Indian Army aspirant and I have massive respect for Gen. Mattis. Thank you for this upload.

  • @Mikek88
    @Mikek88 7 років тому +67

    I respect the hell out of General Neller and our last few commandants as well, however this man should've been Commandant at some point. It's a shame the Obama admin didn't favor Gen Mattis.

    • @Getting2Shredded
      @Getting2Shredded 7 років тому +16

      Agreed, but he was able to do some amazing work at CENTCOM and him being there also probably saved lives and killed more enemy. The man is a warrior, and despite the honor of being Commandant, I also think being in DC wouldn't have made him happy. I seriously hope he gets considered for Secretary of Defense in whatever administration gets in.

    • @Mikek88
      @Mikek88 7 років тому +1

      Chris Albert's Warrior Soul You are definitely right about that my friend.

    • @supernaturalswampaids8083
      @supernaturalswampaids8083 7 років тому +7

      Trump gave him the job!

    • @bodo2148
      @bodo2148 6 років тому +1

      Player Name Trump gave him SecDef, not CmC

    • @rickjames9522
      @rickjames9522 5 років тому +1

      @phxxr650r Obamas afraid of any real men lol.

  • @DesmoProfundis
    @DesmoProfundis 3 роки тому +2

    Retired Army NCO here getting inspired. Thank you, Sir. You would have a lot more troops than just Marines following you to the gates of Hell if you said the word.

  • @Joe-gu6oe
    @Joe-gu6oe 2 роки тому

    My respect and I am worth it. I learned this by watching and listening to those in charge while on board the USS Kitty Hawk, CVA-73, 1971-73. US Postal mail handler responsible for MARDET receiving its Playboy and Hustler magazines. The pride I felt will always linger in my heart. Awesome place, awesome people! God Bless.

  • @ciscorock
    @ciscorock 7 років тому +19

    The Military molds the greatest mens in history...Thank You Gen. James Mattis for your love of country.

  • @tatemyfishbait6142
    @tatemyfishbait6142 7 років тому +22

    This guy is amazing

  • @davekelders283
    @davekelders283 4 роки тому +20

    Mad dog Mattis! By standard a kickass us marine general!

  • @grammasjewels7736
    @grammasjewels7736 Рік тому

    My dear, younger brother is a marine. He was in Desert Storm. I am very fortunate to have such a brave brother and kind soul in my life. Thank you all for your very important service to our country !
    God bless!!

  • @CplDabu909
    @CplDabu909 7 років тому +38

    Mattis: "do 21 pullups, cut down that run to 18 mins."
    LCpl: "What about sit ups?"
    Mattis: ......

    • @ZaYaB0ii225
      @ZaYaB0ii225 7 років тому +14

      CplDabu909 if you don't get 100 you don't have any friends in the Marine Corps

    • @Recon_Morty
      @Recon_Morty 7 років тому

      Cheech Marin, you're right. Pit love isn't just for the range.

    • @CplDabu909
      @CplDabu909 7 років тому +2

      Cheech Marin I was on duty the only time I got 99 lol

    • @OEFvet0311
      @OEFvet0311 6 років тому +4

      If you didn't get 100, your counter was a blue falcon.

    • @IBanishUndead
      @IBanishUndead 2 роки тому

      Pull ups and running is harder lmao

  • @sanfranciscobay
    @sanfranciscobay 7 років тому +14

    Finally, America is on the path to sustainability and putting Americans first. I support you 100% General "MAD DOG" Mattis.

  • @jerryfarrell1218
    @jerryfarrell1218 3 роки тому +3

    General Mattis, you're the best. I was in the Marine Corps in the 60's keep at it. Sem
    per Fi

  • @carolemccarthy7305
    @carolemccarthy7305 4 роки тому

    thank you for your service to our country, and for this amazing video & "Call Sign, Chaos". Semper Fi !!
    God bless you, your family, the Marine Corp & the USA. Carole McCarthy

  • @jimmyjon6349
    @jimmyjon6349 7 років тому +14

    wow, no script. this is the man

  • @aavmarine1833
    @aavmarine1833 7 років тому +15

    Words to live by. Thank you sir. This man should have ran for President.

    • @sinceremilkoftheword9754
      @sinceremilkoftheword9754 7 років тому +5

      He's the Secretary of defense now!

    • @aavmarine1833
      @aavmarine1833 7 років тому +1

      SoulBaron Not yet. It still up to congress. Also needed to be out of the military for 7 years. Its only been 3. Plus it preferred to have a civilian in the SecDef post. But last time congress approved someone like General Mattis was George Marshall in 1950. So hopefully congress is smart and makes the right choice with selecting General Mattis.

    • @amylynn5778
      @amylynn5778 7 років тому

      aavmarine1833 with a fully GOP Congress, Senate and Executive, hard to believe that the votes won't fall Trump's way.

    • @printman90606
      @printman90606 7 років тому +1

      aavmarine1833 Congress has already said they will waive the 7 year rule and approve Mad Dog

  • @terricastonzo4790
    @terricastonzo4790 4 роки тому +1

    General Mattis I’m so happy to see you I have missed you!!!!

  • @koraanderson7765
    @koraanderson7765 3 роки тому +1

    My son spent 13 years in the Marine Corps and general Mathis was the leader of the first battalion 3 seven and they were first in Iraq in 03 and my son served under him an 03 and 04 thank you Jim Mattis Semper Fi

  • @ghostbear200123
    @ghostbear200123 7 років тому +118

    SEMPER FI‼️🍻

  • @foxracermach5
    @foxracermach5 7 років тому +78

    love you mad dog!! run for the POTUS in 2020!!!!!

  • @pamwawrzyniec597
    @pamwawrzyniec597 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your service god bless you

  • @mickeysealtoe9719
    @mickeysealtoe9719 4 роки тому +4

    Semper FI sir! We'll see you in 2020

  • @6988kid
    @6988kid 7 років тому +31

    There is no doubt that a man like Gen. Mattis and the men in his command can keep an entire Nation safe.

  • @janettrim7587
    @janettrim7587 6 років тому +13

    Thank you for doing this wonderful interview. I was the wife of a Green Beret, and was approached by the men to present our colors at a Command Performance Banquet who were anxious to tell me how proud they were to serve under my husband. They were animated and happy to relate some of the training they had to go through and how my husband led them out on every maneuver. They followed him across the hanging ropes, the barricades, the mud trenches and the live fire under the barbed wire. He never asked them to go through any part of their training where he didn't lead out even with full packs on a march. He had a Disney call he made when he was ready to motivate them into action. I drove to the D Z one day to watch them jump and almost wrecked the car not watching the road. I saw the wind take a chute back up after coming down and drag my husband across a rain soaked field. And then one day, the inevitable tragedy happened. He insisted to take one of his groups to drop in Vietnam and blessed each one as they jumped from the plane as they hooked up to the jump line. Enemy fire was horrific and every man that jumped did so to his death. The plane, pilot, co=pilot and navigator made it back to base. My husband took if very hard and it wasn't long before he retired. I truly believe he died wanting to see his troops that he left back in the skies of Vietnam. His last words after the doctor's diagnosis was to his children: "I've got my ticket home." God Bless all those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our homeland. God keep all our service men and women in our daily prayers. SOBEIT, AMEN!

    • @marinputilin449
      @marinputilin449 3 роки тому +1

      That was the army. Devout to God, even though doing what they did.

  • @doglegjake6788
    @doglegjake6788 4 роки тому

    thank you for your service sir im a very proud american !

  • @cherylterry2979
    @cherylterry2979 3 роки тому +1

    Gen. MatTIS
    Sir you were the best Marine I have ever sat down and listen to your speech.
    From one Marine to another
    HAPPY BIRTHDAY

  • @crowttubebot3075
    @crowttubebot3075 7 років тому +16

    "Where do you guys get these names?" asks "Mad Dog". Semper Fi, General, and you will make a truly great SecDef.

  • @morganmmontz
    @morganmmontz 7 років тому +349

    SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOLKS

  • @restinHim38668
    @restinHim38668 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you, General Mattis. I'm a civilian and needed this! God bless you!

    • @generaljosephm.martin7379
      @generaljosephm.martin7379 2 роки тому

      Thanks for your love and support towards me I really appreciate. I will like you to send me a massage via my private email: genjosephmmartin7@gmail.com

  • @JoseChung21
    @JoseChung21 7 років тому +10

    I am humbled by this man and every time I see a Marine.

  • @TrjnMgnms10
    @TrjnMgnms10 7 років тому +22

    This man deserves to be Secretary of Defense. Goodness knows, he has put his life on the line numerous times for this country unlike the spineless politicians who are now maneuvering to deny him the post.

    • @garyhughes4819
      @garyhughes4819 4 роки тому

      The most spineless one is Trump who dodged the draft with some bullshit excuse that he had a doctor concoct for him.
      He only selected he General because he knew that he would be applauded for his decision.

    • @wreality4712
      @wreality4712 2 роки тому

      He quickly became part of the swamp creatures. He lost all my respect.

    • @Coinz8
      @Coinz8 Рік тому

      ​@@wreality4712 no he didn't. He opposed becoming a swamp creature and they fired him

  • @DavidGalich77
    @DavidGalich77 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for service to this great country. Sempre FI

  • @Angelgunz12
    @Angelgunz12 4 роки тому

    Perhaps one of the best videos I’ve seen. EVER!

  • @CP025129
    @CP025129 7 років тому +47

    Mattis 2020!! Face it, we're too late for this year...

  • @ChuckReynolds
    @ChuckReynolds 7 років тому +61

    Good info here. Can apply to life and business not just Military. Cheers

  • @oldcop18
    @oldcop18 6 місяців тому

    I served in Nam as a Navy Corpsman w/the Marines and the lessons learned there have guided me throughout my life.

  • @jamesreagan8808
    @jamesreagan8808 4 роки тому

    Thank You, Mr. Mattis!
    It is a confusing World!

  • @chixdighueyz
    @chixdighueyz 7 років тому +225

    I just named my new kitten Mattis.

    • @bman4099
      @bman4099 7 років тому +52

      Jaclyn Petersen general cattis

    • @theburners32141
      @theburners32141 7 років тому +8

      Jaclyn Petersen stupid. Don't disrespect the man with a fucking cat.

    • @chixdighueyz
      @chixdighueyz 7 років тому +11

      theburners32141 yeah I'm clearly the disrespectful one

    • @loveclassics1969
      @loveclassics1969 7 років тому +11

      theburners32141 he could be a tough cat

    • @mutedv4575
      @mutedv4575 7 років тому +14

      I will name my kid Mattis

  • @BrightResultsMedia
    @BrightResultsMedia 7 років тому +10

    Im a civ. I am so absolutely impressed by his demeanor. I'd follow him into war because I trust that he wouldn't call for war unless it were absolutely necessary. So excited to have such a stand up person as SoS.

  • @Molly-jp3fo
    @Molly-jp3fo 4 роки тому +1

    Wisdom guide him...God wisdom!
    God bless him always! and those who do the good work!

  • @youkouncoun6533
    @youkouncoun6533 2 роки тому

    Memories last over the years
    thanks for showing up
    Regards

  • @jeremyc2445
    @jeremyc2445 7 років тому +12

    America is truly going to be great again!