In other words why give yor life for a country that doesn't give a shit about yu they should've bombed the island first instead of sending men to die and say next wave
@@stormhawk1625 If you knew history, then you would know that Iwo Jima was bombed by air and shelled relentlessly by battleships for several weeks before the invasion.
My grandfather was actually on that ship. He was a marine and fought at Iwa Jima. He was on that second wave and made it up the ridge. That was the only thing he would only ever say. “Babygirl, I made it up there but most of my brothers didn’t. Now go help your memaw with supper.” I miss him everyday.. Semper Fi Pawpaw
@@jabmahnodin4803 Bernard J Lawrence Jr.. Just a simple Private First Class. I have his card where he officially qualified as a marksman with the M-1 rifle.
I saw a sincere man in that photo. Tough as nails but I get the feeling he was approachable! “God bless that boy” is sweet! He had a lot of angels watching over him!
My uncle was on that ship and told us about treating Jack. He said he was sure, at any moment, that Jack would die, and was surprised at each hour check that Jack was still alive. It was one of the most important and memorable experiences of my uncle's long career as a doctor. He often reflected on it, but only told us children once.
my grandfather too lied about his age when he enlisted in the navy for WWII. And boy, was my great grandmother furious! I remember being told that he was awarded a purple heart when a machine part he was repairing for the submarine he was on exploded next to his head. He came away from that accident with a nice little scar on his cheek & permanent hearing loss in that ear. Initially he did recover a little bit of use in that ear, but later went completely deaf over time. Rest well Paps, we love you.❤
My Dad was a Marine, he passed last Memorial day. I miss him a lot. Even though he wasn't a war hero or anything, he was my hero and I'm missing him like a piece of me went with him.
That’s how I feel about my grandpa. We lost him and my grandmother to COVID. I used to love his military stories. Rest in power, Robert Hunter. I miss you every day.
@@jessicahanley5080 I’m sorry for your loss is such a cliché but I am sorry for your loss. A piece of you did go with him. But a piece of him stayed with you as long as he remains in your memory. I feel the same for my grandparents. They weren’t war heroes but they were my heroes. They were the salt of the earth. They were very kind people who would help anyone who needed it. That makes them heroes in my book and examples of how to live.
My husband's father was a Surgeon stationed on Luzon. WWll was one bloody war, and the bravest generation I've ever known. That's not to put anyone else down. Not at all. I just can't imagine, whether it's the D-Day Invasion at Normandy or any of the battles of the Pacific Theater, watching wave after wave of your peers being mowed down right in front of your eyes, knowing you go next. I'm not sure I could do that. Adrenaline is pumping and I'm sure you are thinking "they won't hit me", or quite the opposite. IDK...I've studied that war for years. The endless stories of bravery and courage under fire still amaze me. (from all sides actually) Thanks for your service and thanks for the channel(s)
Jack experienced & endured more in 16 years than most of us do in an entire lifetime! He is the epitome of courage & heroism. And THEN, surviving all the other near death experiences he did, I'm totally amazed! What an incredible, inspirational & awesome human being! Thank you for sharing his story with us.
By marrying a woman who is crazy enough to try and have him killed, did he metaphorically jump on that grenade to save others? My grandfather was a WWII Lt. Col. with a Bronze Star for saving his convoy from German 88s, and the joke was that God himself would have to come and take him because he would not go willingly. He was active well into his 90s. Jacklyn Lucas ate death for lunch, his wife had no chance trying to kill him. His favorite breakfast cereal was Kellogg's Death Flakes.
My granddad Arthur ran away from home to escape an abusive father at 15. Being a big lad he was able to lie about his age and join the British army. By the time he was 16 he was fighting the Nazi's back across Europe. He won a medal or two, as well, my mum still has them. I'm super proud to have met him before he died
My dad was a Marine in WW11 and was there the same time as Jack. My dad never spoke about the war. He, like Jack and other guys at that time, weren’t old enough to insist but found ways to lie and forge documents so they would be old enough. Just like Jack. Each new story I hear about WWII sheds more light on to what my dad was faced with. It’s something I would never have imagined. My dad never talked about what he experienced, and not once did he every say anything negative about serving. Instead, to his dying day, my father was proud to be a Marine. He was proud to have served and proud to fight for our country. Stories like this one, bring tears to my eyes just knowing my dad was on those shores looking at all the dead Americans around him. Each story I gain more respect for my father. Those men are all brave Americans that proudly fought for everyone of us. Thank you Mr Ballin for your service and all you’ve done to protect this country and protect all of us.
It's almost like most of the world was at war for a couple of years before the Americans decided to get involved, well at least more involvement than supplying Germany with fuel and arms lol.
I have a friend who edited this gentleman’s book. I also met Jack as my friend needed some photos of Jack. He IS the epitome of an American hero!! Medal of Honor right there!!
Oh wow That is amazing to meet a Hero like that!! I think ppl loose how very important a soldier is,when you fight for your country that is the most selfless thing one can do!!
I've been on a MrBallen kick for weeks now and im astonished at every story, this guy does so much research and is a great story teller, I hate it took me so long to find this channel. Now that I'm here, im here for the long haul!
Proud Veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan!!! Made me Tear Up!!! I Always looked up to men like this!! I prayed for HALF of there Courage!!! I served in a way I hope they were Proud of!! God Bless All Vets!! And America
Yes, I “...got something out of today’s story....” Chills. I got chills. Jack is the epitome of a patriot. And indestructible indeed! Wow! Thank you MrBallen for another great story! 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼
Not only he was the bravest but also the luckiest and toughest. I’m not American but i’ll thank him for his service. RIP hero, may your story never be forgotten and inspire generations to come
It was a VERY different time. His fellow soldiers weren't the ones who rejected him, so there would be no ill-will toward them. He knew it wasn't personal in the first place. He was too young and understood that. Also, his sense of duty is why he was willing to do any of this. It was a very different time, and it produced very different people. We have no fear of invasion(but we've been tested as a country at this point.....they hadn't been yet) lots of factors that are usually not considered. That is just one.
No one could have known he wasnt dead after the grenade I think. He was anamazing person. Masculinity is not toxic. Its inspiring. Its evil thats toxic,
My grandfather did something similar. He used his brother's birth certificate and joined the navy. He was the navigator on a bomber in the pacific theater. He was only 15 years old.
My Papaw did too, and all his government documents still say he was born in 1935 instead if 1937 lol All his ID. He was super poor living in KY with a single mom and 12 sibling. He filled his boots up with change to pass the weight requirements and became a machine gunner. Cant remember what it was officially called. He sent all his money except $20 back home to his mom and family the entire time he was in the Navy ❤. He was shot during the Korean war and was discharged, and then somehow joined the Army.
My father's younger brother, Daniel Fields, a marine who was only seventeen, died while sent into one of those tunnels where the Japanese soldiers were hidden. He was my uncle but I was born much later and never knew him. It was devastating for my father, age 18, who was also there but survived. They were from Louisiana.
@@blainebrown8824 really under-rated comment! Because just a simple 5 minute video already takes hours of work but his videos easily take hours and hours to research and learn every story then recite it as smooth as he does I can bet takes maybe a full day or maybe even more then that.. I know that because most of my UA-cam videos took around 5-7hrs from start to finish..
@@leshak1991 I've read that he spends 20+ hrs on just one story and his editing team spends another 5 to 7. He also writes scripts but will internalize them rather than read them off a prompt. And on TOP of all that he is the most interactive I've seen with his fans considering he is up to 3 million now. He deserves credit for being great at what he does but he should also get credit for how much work he puts into this.
@@blainebrown8824 I absolutely know that he puts multiple hours sometimes even days of research into these but just how he feels so natural about it at the end in his body language
Jack was a dear friend of my grandfather who fought with him at Iwo Jima. My grandfather also forged his age to enter the marines. He was 16 when he and his twin brother enlisted.
*Marines ...he joined the Marines. It's ALWAYS capitalized, whether you're talking about the military branch or a person, it doesn't matter. I'm not saying it to be mean or being a grammar nut, it sounds like you really loved and respected him, so I thought you would want to know this info so that you can continue to show your love and respect for him properly. I hope I didn't offend. Semper Fi~ *Edited for a left out word.
Agree, I’ve already seen videos of some the stories he tells and I listen to them again… he definitely does his research, I learned new things about those stories he retells! Live it!
MrBallen, you missed a huge update in your story: the newest Navy destroyer, the USS Jacklyn Lucas, was named in his honor! he also laid his Medal of Honor citation on the keel of the USS Iwo Jima which sets sail with it entombed inside as a token of remembrance and for good luck in her voyages
I love how Mr. Ballen never wastes our time, he just talks for 20 seconds before beginning the actual story and he says the same stuff in every video *"Strange dark and mysterious delivered in story format" and then tortures the like button a little bit and then starts the video...*
I know that this is way off subject but I just wanted you to know that the stories you tell have really helped me. I got sober and I was on some very dangerous drugs and one of the things I had to do was find new things to enjoy other then what I was doing to keep me clean and when I’m bored I put in my ear piece and listen to your stories which are by far the best on UA-cam and they are just great. Your so good at what you do keep it up.
God's proud of you! And so am I! I know how hard it is to get off addictions (If it's ok to even say that!) And I've had some people with the problem. But it takes willpower and determinations, along with God's strength to keep going. So keep on going! Heck yeah!
Hey!! Congratulations!! It's a long hard fight, but you've got people you don't even know rooting for you. I'm about 3 years sober myself. Keep finding things that you enjoy, it helps keep your mind off of "the past" and helps you keep moving forward. Good luck, and you are worth it, don't give up. And if you happen to backslide, that's fine, it happens. You just start again, and keep doing it until it sticks. You'll get there, it just takes some time. Hope to hear you are doing well in the future and I believe we will!
It was very common back then for boys to do this. My dad joined the Navy when he was 14, he was born in 1946. He forged his papers too. Beds, and regular food. His mum was abusive, and got worse after his dad passed away. He will be 75 this year.
My dad started working at an Air Force Base when he was 15 using forged documents. He died just over 3 years ago but we (his kids) still have his ID card which shows his year of birth as 1947 instead of 1950.
I like how he explains what certain things are. He doesn't just assume everyone knows and doesn't say it in a condescending manner. Very clear in simple words.
My grandfather was 15 when he went in to the army, he did the same thing. He was actually featured in the book I think is named, This is your war, by Ernie Pyle, very famous reporter during the war would inbed himself with the troops. After meeting my grandfather he then months later meet my great uncle at a different battle. Amazing to think boys loved their country so much they risked their lives as little boys. ❤ thank you to all of our service men and women for all they do and have done.
It’s sad to think about all the amazing stories like these that aren’t told because they didn’t make it out. Take a moment for all our fallen vets, we thank you for your sacrifice 🤍
I remember the last I saw of three of the Marines I served with. It's in my mind a lot. I try to think of them from before that but it doesn't usually stay there.
If a grenade didn't kill him, no ex-wife or falling from the sky will. He should have joined the Avengers and saved the world from all of the Dr Evils out there.
The Bible plainly states that Fortune Favors the Bold! Jack was a Bold Brave man and the Good Lord obviously liked him very much because of his courage!
What a great story about a truly great young man.My Grandpa was a Marine and was at Iwo Jima too. He didn't talk about it much but I can't really imagine what these men endured. To all those who have served and those who serve our Nation now thank you and God bless you
Thank you for giving Jack such respect; which he rightly deserves, he is unique in many ways, brave to a fault and always remembered; Semper Fi Brother Jack! Let’s not forget the many “Jacks”, that have given their all in all our wars that did heroic things we’ll never know about.
Seeing the first grenade he pounded it into the earth with the buttstock of his rifle, then seeing the second grenade rolling into the trench, he threw his rifle down on it and dove with the gunstock between his torso and the grenade. Diving on a grenade is an automatic reference for the Congressional Medal of Honor. Not too many survive the act. A very lucky lad indeed!
My Dad also lied about his age to go into the Army. My Grandmother went along with it to "keep him out of trouble". After basic training, he spent a year in Germany, then was sent to Cambodia (unofficially) for a few months, then off to Vietnam. Less than a month before his tour in Vietnam was due to end, he was shot in the shoulder. He recovered in a hospital in Germany, but my Grandmother never forgave herself, saying "Out of the skillet & into the frying pan!" My Dad was a rebel & a free spirit, but a tough bird. He passed away 4 years ago, after dealing with decades of side effects from Agent Orange. I miss him, but he's no longer hurting & is now with my Mom, so I find peace in that. I have so much respect for all those who run towards the danger to keep everyone else safe. 🇺🇸
My husband's uncle joined the Navy at 17. He was on an LST at Normandy, manning an anti-aircraft gun, trying to shoot down German planes who were strafing Americans landing on the beach. June 6th, 1944 would have been his graduation from high school. The Greatest Generation.
My great grandad Charlie joined the army in ww1 and he was around 14/15yrs old, absolute madness! You’ll never have another generation of badass men like these!!
My great uncle forged his enlistment papers by stealing my grandmother's identity since she was older than him. Her name was Geraldine, so he enlisted as Gerald Dean and it worked. He gave my grandmother his dog tags when he returned.
@Terrapin Fritz STFU kids in those days matured faster, they had more responsibility and no one to baby them... Go back to your safe space, and let this young hero rest in peace
I’m seeing lots of comments from veterans…I just want to thank each one of you for your service and show my gratitude, appreciation, and heartfelt love and support for you all for the sacrifices you have all made. ❤️🇺🇸❤️
Son of a career marine as well. Vietnam era until Desert Storm. I always thank veterans, and this time is no different. Thank you for your service, and our freedom. And that k you also to your families, for the sacrifices made, for our nation. Hope your service manor woman, made.it back, and is doing well. Had many a sleepless night when dad was in. And ues. He is still with us.
@fawn that was well written and appreciated. My grandfather and his twin brother both fault in Korea. Anytime I ever see a veteran it is always my pleasure to thank them for their service and their bravery because without them we couldn't live these normal lives. I wish I had as much bravery as these men and women do that fight to protect us that sacrifice themselves so we can live in the comfort of our own homes. Thank you again to all of the brave soldiers no matter what duty they perform the credit goes to you 100%
Some veterans might say hey I don't need your approval or gratuities. It seems it's always the most selfish or/and indoctrinated that feel that they have to say something. So I prefer you leave me alone like you would if I was a poor smelly homeless person, don't treat me like I'm better. I did it for them and meself so you can thank me by treating the lowest with love and appreciation. Fake ass people make me feel alone when they patting my back cause I'm aware of what is going on.
@@cmbells7736 yep. I know a few that say that, ir something like that. Another reply I've gotten is, Thank you for the support. There's a reason I say thank you. I grew up around vets, mainly Korea and Vietnam vets, with a few in command who served in WWII. How many of those vets came home to harrassment, insults, getting spit on, or worse? I sat there in dad's office, when these marines talked to him about what they saw, wiat they had to do, and what they went through over there. Most common thing I say to them.is, Welcome Home. Something that they didn't hear then. Becauae I was raised to respect them. Never told, but shown, by the actions of others. Over the first 16 years of my life, as dad retired in 91. I've also see what certain questions do to them, and won't ask such things. Was out with a friend, scout sniper, army, 2 tours in Vietnam, and someone asked him about hiw many he killed while there. Instantly saw the pain in his eyes as we walked away. So, I said to him. Will. I know how what he asked made you feel, so I have a question for you. How many lives did you save while over there? Because THAT is the number that matters. He pit a hand on my shoulder and said, More than I can count. Best answer I ever got to that question.
I really love and appreciate how his videos never start out with a sponsored product. I dont think I ever seen him sponsoring anything and I have been binge watching his vidoes for weeks upon discovery. And his videos aren't flooded with commercials either. Just really appreciate that and it proves he must really enjoy his platform
Jack -Yes, I did survive. Death- hold my sythe Jack Yes I survived the skydiving accident Death -Hold my sythe Jack- Yes I survived the fire Death- Naw Naw Im good. Il just have a margatita. Im waiting this one out...
* * * Wow sounds just like the brave young people of today with their safe places and canceling folks that hurt their feels ... Thank a vet for giving you your freedom to have hissy fits and burn Old Glory. Thank you Mr. Ballen for your service, patriotism, and love of our great country.
@@davidmccombs6187 no, what I was saying is Why would you let something that somebody says, effect your mood. People can say all kinds of things to me, but if I decide I'm having a good day, then it doesn't mean anything at all. It works pretty well actually if you try it lol
@@davidmccombs6187 Thank you for opening my eyes to a different perspective. I was "growed" up "don't cry out loud, just keep it inside" ... "hush hush voices carry" ... I appreciate your response. Unfortunately I am having the hardest time seeing most folks in these recent generations rising up to accomplish anything remotely astounding as that of the Greatest Generation. My sincere hope for this generation is that they do not need to face the true evil our forefathers and foremothers had to face.
It takes so much of me to go through one of your stories… I have a serious learning challenge, so fast, narrated stories are very difficult for me to follow… but you have captivated my heart and my attention so much, that I challenge myself despite the frustration and spend two to three hours until I understand your stories! Thank you so much!
I was born in eastern Europe. My polish great grandfather fought in both world wars. The way young people in the U.S. treat their elders is generally goddamn appaling. It's all "boomer this", and "boomer that", but they couldn't carry a rifle across a football field, let alone the beaches of Normandy.
@@FrozenMadLad The young people we are blessed with today are busy playing with their phones and being taught what to think as apposed to how to think. There are, to be fair, some winners but most are woke losers.
Cancer, accident, all the ways a person could die... Stories like this remind me that when it's your time it's your time. When it's not your time it's NOT.
But what about the times people fought like crazy to stay alive? They did everything they could to survive instead of just giving up. There are times people should undoubtedly be dead but they kept hanging on, kept fighting....Those people easily could have just given in to death but they didn’t. If anything some of the stories Mr. Ballen tells reminds me of how it should have been time for some people, their lives should have been over but their will to fight, survive and live was stronger! Is was too strong for death to kill them. I understand what you’re kind of saying how sometimes your number is up and theres nothing you can do about it and sometimes you should have no doubt been dead but somehow you survived but I also think so many people had that strong will to survive and did whatever they had to in order to survive and THEY WOULDN’T let their number be up yet. THEY DECIDED they weren’t going to die today
There's a lot to be said for a little perseverance; one thing I've learned is, even when everything is looking very bleak, if you can suck it up, and stay at it, you'll pull through.I'm not sure what this does to you , long term.You could say Jack was lucky, but you could also say that he got in these situations by putting himself in harm's way.In Buddhism, one of the tenets is about recognizing what was put here for you, and for you to do; when you stray from that path, the result is injury, misfortune, and death.
Father Time was the only thing that could take this legend out. I really hope his family is benefiting from his memoir and not just some rich publisher
I came across this channel 3 days ago and I can't believe I'm addicted to his story telling style, the way the background music gets you in the mood and just his style of telling the story which is just so straight forward with no weird voice to make it creepy, these videos are truly remarkable. This man does this job with such effort, it's just brilliant!
I've watched so many channels and gotten my fair share or addicted to others for some sort of time, but this page is different. It never gets old. I love him!
His parachutes didn't fail they just couldn't hold up his gigantic balls of steel
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHHAHAHAHA
Right on
Lol!!!…that’s right!!!…👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻
dont confuse stupidly for bravery
Fax
My great grandfather was one of those 3 men Jack saved, forever greatfull
Say waaaaaaaaaa
Wow cool
sure:)
I just realized how fake that sounds but it is true 🤣
Your grandfather was a very brave man, I wish I could have met him. Thank you for sharing that. God Bless you and your family ❤️
Some bloke. These men were tough as nails.
R.i.p to those who gave their lives.
Can you imagine people now getting hurt because you call them mister or missus.
Unbelievable
@@Produkt_R Misgendering someone or using the incorrect pronouns after they correct you is disgusting. They have every right to be hurt.
In other words why give yor life for a country that doesn't give a shit about yu they should've bombed the island first instead of sending men to die and say next wave
@@Produkt_R they dont teach "sticks and stones" anymore man
@@stormhawk1625 If you knew history, then you would know that Iwo Jima was bombed by air and shelled relentlessly by battleships for several weeks before the invasion.
Now this man is the definition of a true hero God bless all who served and are currently serving.
Nice to see somone giving graditude
My grandfather was actually on that ship. He was a marine and fought at Iwa Jima. He was on that second wave and made it up the ridge. That was the only thing he would only ever say. “Babygirl, I made it up there but most of my brothers didn’t. Now go help your memaw with supper.”
I miss him everyday.. Semper Fi Pawpaw
So moving! My Uncle fought as well…ended up a POW, terribly sad and painful stories.
Suuuure
@@One-12937 What the fuk do you mean by saying that?
Dude same here! Major Charles Wesley Campbell bomb disposal expert. I’m fucking awed by what these men did.
@@jabmahnodin4803 Bernard J Lawrence Jr.. Just a simple Private First Class. I have his card where he officially qualified as a marksman with the M-1 rifle.
Even in that picture of him as an old man, he still looks like a serious badass that you wouldn't wanna mess with. God bless that boy!
I saw a sincere man in that photo. Tough as nails but I get the feeling he was approachable! “God bless that boy” is sweet! He had a lot of angels watching over him!
Doesn't he! 💯%
You just know his handshakes were like a vice grip too
I've always hated the saying "they don't make them like that anymore". I mean he makes it seem true though haha
My uncle was on that ship and told us about treating Jack. He said he was sure, at any moment, that Jack would die, and was surprised at each hour check that Jack was still alive. It was one of the most important and memorable experiences of my uncle's long career as a doctor. He often reflected on it, but only told us children once.
Your grandfather is every much the hero jack was. Can you imagine being the one that saved his life?
Incredible. Thank you for sharing! It's amazing when a relative come across one of these stories.
Mr Ballen needs to see this
Wow, Catherine! Your uncle was brave, too! So glad he survived the war and lived to tell about it. That is so awesome! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍😊
My uncle was there too his name is Jim Kaylor
Veteran here - Amazing story and heroism by this brother. Thats what we do without question is defend our brothers and sisters in arms
my grandfather too lied about his age when he enlisted in the navy for WWII. And boy, was my great grandmother furious! I remember being told that he was awarded a purple heart when a machine part he was repairing for the submarine he was on exploded next to his head. He came away from that accident with a nice little scar on his cheek & permanent hearing loss in that ear. Initially he did recover a little bit of use in that ear, but later went completely deaf over time.
Rest well Paps, we love you.❤
That kid saved those other men without hesitation risking his life, that so amazing a kid that young was willing to go so far for his fellow man.
They saved us all.
My Dad was a Marine, he passed last Memorial day. I miss him a lot. Even though he wasn't a war hero or anything, he was my hero and I'm missing him like a piece of me went with him.
That’s how I feel about my grandpa. We lost him and my grandmother to COVID. I used to love his military stories. Rest in power, Robert Hunter. I miss you every day.
My Dad's name was Robert Hanley! Lol similar :). Thanks for sharing about your Gramps and Grams with me. I appreciate it so much, Sebastien.
@@jessicahanley5080
I’m sorry for your loss is such a cliché but I am sorry for your loss.
A piece of you did go with him.
But a piece of him stayed with you as long as he remains in your memory.
I feel the same for my grandparents. They weren’t war heroes but they were my heroes. They were the salt of the earth. They were very kind people who would help anyone who needed it. That makes them heroes in my book and examples of how to live.
💔 I'm so sorry for your loss.
Your Father lives on in you.
My husband's father was a Surgeon stationed on Luzon. WWll was one bloody war, and the bravest generation I've ever known. That's not to put anyone else down. Not at all. I just can't imagine, whether it's the D-Day Invasion at Normandy or any of the battles of the Pacific Theater, watching wave after wave of your peers being mowed down right in front of your eyes, knowing you go next. I'm not sure I could do that. Adrenaline is pumping and I'm sure you are thinking "they won't hit me", or quite the opposite. IDK...I've studied that war for years. The endless stories of bravery and courage under fire still amaze me. (from all sides actually) Thanks for your service and thanks for the channel(s)
Jack experienced & endured more in 16 years than most of us do in an entire lifetime! He is the epitome of courage & heroism. And THEN, surviving all the other near death experiences he did, I'm totally amazed! What an incredible, inspirational & awesome human being! Thank you for sharing his story with us.
His ex wife should’ve known better then to try and kill a man who jumped onto a live grenade!
damn right
By marrying a woman who is crazy enough to try and have him killed, did he metaphorically jump on that grenade to save others? My grandfather was a WWII Lt. Col. with a Bronze Star for saving his convoy from German 88s, and the joke was that God himself would have to come and take him because he would not go willingly. He was active well into his 90s. Jacklyn Lucas ate death for lunch, his wife had no chance trying to kill him. His favorite breakfast cereal was Kellogg's Death Flakes.
And survived skydiving off a plane with a failing parachute, Sheeeesh
Honestly the ex wife part made me laugh
My granddad Arthur ran away from home to escape an abusive father at 15. Being a big lad he was able to lie about his age and join the British army. By the time he was 16 he was fighting the Nazi's back across Europe. He won a medal or two, as well, my mum still has them. I'm super proud to have met him before he died
What a remarkable man & hero!
Nobody cares
@@donvito5647 i do 🤨
@@donvito5647 89 other people didn't have to be a prick about it. Just you. You're well cool
@@a.robertson730 make that 90 for the trailer park boys pfp
A young man thinks he will live forever. And Jack did his very best to do just that. Great story.
He died in world war 2 and we are still talking about him, seems like mission accomplished.
@@VrCobysPlace he died in 2004
@@letsgobrandon6281 he died June 5th 2008 if your going to correct someone make sure you know for sure lol
My dad was a Marine in WW11 and was there the same time as Jack. My dad never spoke about the war. He, like Jack and other guys at that time, weren’t old enough to insist but found ways to lie and forge documents so they would be old enough. Just like Jack.
Each new story I hear about WWII sheds more light on to what my dad was faced with. It’s something I would never have imagined.
My dad never talked about what he experienced, and not once did he every say anything negative about serving. Instead, to his dying day, my father was proud to be a Marine. He was proud to have served and proud to fight for our country.
Stories like this one, bring tears to my eyes just knowing my dad was on those shores looking at all the dead Americans around him. Each story I gain more respect for my father. Those men are all brave Americans that proudly fought for everyone of us.
Thank you Mr Ballin for your service and all you’ve done to protect this country and protect all of us.
*enlist
It really hurts how young so many of those soldiers were. They had such big hearts to rush into danger for the rest of us
Kids wouldn’t be lying these days to head into combat, ppl were harder back then. Kids these days would be way too soft.
It's almost like most of the world was at war for a couple of years before the Americans decided to get involved, well at least more involvement than supplying Germany with fuel and arms lol.
Isn’t it amazing men fought in wars but will never talk about it!
Mr Ballen is such a badass he is telling us stories inside a BURNING FOREST
ima wait for the woosh
Yeah, he’s hardcore !!!
Lol
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Its a green screen stupid!
And the verdict is in. Thats a true American Hero
Plot twist: He regretted it instantly and did everything off of sheer fear of dying. But aye if it works 🤷♂️ I'm jk lol
@@ForsakenKingOfMurrica kyle rittenhaus???
Keep it at 69 likes
@@mikegrace2819 yep sounds about right
I am so glad jack lived a long life after his service. He deserved it after everything he lived through! Rest well jack 💙
I have a friend who edited this gentleman’s book. I also met Jack as my friend needed some photos of Jack. He IS the epitome of an American hero!! Medal of Honor right there!!
How cool, getting to meet a real life American hero 🙌🙌🙌
Bs
Oh wow That is amazing to meet a Hero like that!! I think ppl loose how very important a soldier is,when you fight for your country that is the most selfless thing one can do!!
Lmao yeah? I met Jesus and help him write the Bible, Jesus said Jack is a lier.
@@alexr3430 aaa-a_a-aa-a
I've been on a MrBallen kick for weeks now and im astonished at every story, this guy does so much research and is a great story teller, I hate it took me so long to find this channel. Now that I'm here, im here for the long haul!
Well hey lol, at least you have plenty of vids that he's already made that you can binge!
well now your more of 2 months
Astonished? Lol.. he tells a good story
Come for the stories but stay for the flannels!
Lol. Same here. Enjoying binging though
Proud Veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan!!! Made me Tear Up!!! I Always looked up to men like this!! I prayed for HALF of there Courage!!! I served in a way I hope they were Proud of!! God Bless All Vets!! And America
"And until next time that's gonna do it, see ya"
The worst words ever
Mr. Ballen movie! 🙂
I FELT THIS
Why? Seems fine to me.
@@thomaspayne6866 because it means the video is over
Yea it just hurts to hear that
Yes, I “...got something out of today’s story....” Chills. I got chills. Jack is the epitome of a patriot. And indestructible indeed! Wow! Thank you MrBallen for another great story! 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼
Any story I hear where someone earns a medal of Honor, fills me with so much pride that people can act so heroicly in times of great stress.
Not only he was the bravest but also the luckiest and toughest. I’m not American but i’ll thank him for his service. RIP hero, may your story never be forgotten and inspire generations to come
It’s kinda crazy how much he was willing to do for his fellow Soldiers even after being rejected
They 100% don’t make em like that these days!
It was a VERY different time. His fellow soldiers weren't the ones who rejected him, so there would be no ill-will toward them. He knew it wasn't personal in the first place. He was too young and understood that. Also, his sense of duty is why he was willing to do any of this. It was a very different time, and it produced very different people. We have no fear of invasion(but we've been tested as a country at this point.....they hadn't been yet) lots of factors that are usually not considered. That is just one.
We should all do the right and moral thing, in spite of our naysayers! Bravo Jack!
No one could have known he wasnt dead after the grenade I think. He was anamazing person. Masculinity is not toxic. Its inspiring. Its evil thats toxic,
@@Simonsays_Sendit plus people then were smarter.
My grandfather did something similar. He used his brother's birth certificate and joined the navy. He was the navigator on a bomber in the pacific theater. He was only 15 years old.
Now that's a patriotic man right there
That is absolutely amazing! The courage of these men is amazing
My Papaw did too, and all his government documents still say he was born in 1935 instead if 1937 lol All his ID. He was super poor living in KY with a single mom and 12 sibling. He filled his boots up with change to pass the weight requirements and became a machine gunner. Cant remember what it was officially called. He sent all his money except $20 back home to his mom and family the entire time he was in the Navy ❤. He was shot during the Korean war and was discharged, and then somehow joined the Army.
My father's younger brother, Daniel Fields, a marine who was only seventeen, died while sent into one of those tunnels where the Japanese soldiers were hidden. He was my uncle but I was born much later and never knew him. It was devastating for my father, age 18, who was also there but survived. They were from Louisiana.
Damn! He may be suffered from survival's guilt and losing a sibling. That's sad.
Louisiana boys represent
I work for the Louisiana military museum, these are the kinds of stories we live for!
I don't know what to say, your father and uncle are heroes.
Southern gentlemen are the bravest of Americans, be proud of your fine heritage.
This is why every chance i get i thank any vet i see. I truly salute and appreciate our troops for what they risk for us. God bless them!
The way these stories are told it feels like a good friend is just telling you about something that he found surprising and a touch disturbing
Easily the best UA-camr I'm subscribed to
Make no mistake, he puts a LOT of work into being as good as he is at this.
@@blainebrown8824 really under-rated comment! Because just a simple 5 minute video already takes hours of work but his videos easily take hours and hours to research and learn every story then recite it as smooth as he does I can bet takes maybe a full day or maybe even more then that..
I know that because most of my UA-cam videos took around 5-7hrs from start to finish..
@@leshak1991 I've read that he spends 20+ hrs on just one story and his editing team spends another 5 to 7. He also writes scripts but will internalize them rather than read them off a prompt. And on TOP of all that he is the most interactive I've seen with his fans considering he is up to 3 million now. He deserves credit for being great at what he does but he should also get credit for how much work he puts into this.
@@blainebrown8824 I absolutely know that he puts multiple hours sometimes even days of research into these but just how he feels so natural about it at the end in his body language
Jack was a dear friend of my grandfather who fought with him at Iwo Jima. My grandfather also forged his age to enter the marines. He was 16 when he and his twin brother enlisted.
*Marines
...he joined the Marines.
It's ALWAYS capitalized, whether you're talking about the military branch or a person, it doesn't matter.
I'm not saying it to be mean or being a grammar nut, it sounds like you really loved and respected him, so I thought you would want to know this info so that you can continue to show your love and respect for him properly.
I hope I didn't offend.
Semper Fi~
*Edited for a left out word.
@@looking4therealrepairmanjack Good to know. Thanks! 😊
That's very special, Laura! It must be awesome to hear about him on the internet, knowing it was your grandfather they're talking about. 😃
@@Journeyoflove13 My grandfather was not in this story, but it’s still cool he knew him! ❤️
@@lauram3115 oh sorry, I must have read it to quickly. But like you say, it's still cool! Very cool❣
Jack survived ALL of that and his ex wife thought she was going to be the one to take him out?
How cute 😂
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Must have been a Brunette...
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@@veng3r663 Nah, blonde for sure. Naturally blonde
Lmao fr😭
This one made me cry. What a brave young boy. Who also came back home as a man and a hero. Thank you for sharing. My dad fought in WWII also.
❤as did mine at 15
It’s hard to find something entertaining to watch, but this guy always tells a great story and never lets me down!
If you're looking for another entertaining channel to watch I recommend "They Will Kill You"
FACTS
Agree, I’ve already seen videos of some the stories he tells and I listen to them again… he definitely does his research, I learned new things about those stories he retells! Live it!
MrBallen, you missed a huge update in your story: the newest Navy destroyer, the USS Jacklyn Lucas, was named in his honor! he also laid his Medal of Honor citation on the keel of the USS Iwo Jima which sets sail with it entombed inside as a token of remembrance and for good luck in her voyages
That is really heartwarming to know the military pays tribute to a brave man like this
He really deserved it
Now it's unsinkable
USS Jack H. Lucas... Good to know.
All the awards and tribute isny even worth it
Death: "Your time has come."
Jack: *Puts beer down* "I'm ready to throw down."
Death: ....."I'll come back when your not so busy."
Thank you to all who have served. I cannot even imagine the courage and sacrifices it took to defend our country. You're all heroes!
Did Jack have a shopping cart to carry his balls around in? Talk about one tough hombre! SHEESH! God bless him!
Nope! He needed a big old marine boat to carry that!
I love how Mr. Ballen never wastes our time, he just talks for 20 seconds before beginning the actual story and he says the same stuff in every video *"Strange dark and mysterious delivered in story format" and then tortures the like button a little bit and then starts the video...*
Ah yes "a little bit" continues to push the like button off and almost died and apologise but you dont really meant it
Bullying the like button
@@StarlightWorkshop0z yeah thats the right word here.
@@spacegame4462 sometimes I'm like what the hell is he saying😂😂😂
God bless our veterans and those fighting today. Thank you so much for your sacrifices🇺🇸🙏♥️
I know that this is way off subject but I just wanted you to know that the stories you tell have really helped me. I got sober and I was on some very dangerous drugs and one of the things I had to do was find new things to enjoy other then what I was doing to keep me clean and when I’m bored I put in my ear piece and listen to your stories which are by far the best on UA-cam and they are just great. Your so good at what you do keep it up.
God's proud of you! And so am I! I know how hard it is to get off addictions (If it's ok to even say that!) And I've had some people with the problem. But it takes willpower and determinations, along with God's strength to keep going. So keep on going! Heck yeah!
Heya, I just wanted to tell you good job, and that you're worth it. I'm proud of you.
keep going strong
Hey!! Congratulations!! It's a long hard fight, but you've got people you don't even know rooting for you. I'm about 3 years sober myself. Keep finding things that you enjoy, it helps keep your mind off of "the past" and helps you keep moving forward. Good luck, and you are worth it, don't give up. And if you happen to backslide, that's fine, it happens. You just start again, and keep doing it until it sticks. You'll get there, it just takes some time. Hope to hear you are doing well in the future and I believe we will!
I suggest a Hulu account and sour candy to deal with cravings. Works amazingly.
It was very common back then for boys to do this.
My dad joined the Navy when he was 14, he was born in 1946. He forged his papers too. Beds, and regular food. His mum was abusive, and got worse after his dad passed away. He will be 75 this year.
Tell your dad thank you for everything he did.
Kudos to a great man. Much thanks for his service
My dad started working at an Air Force Base when he was 15 using forged documents. He died just over 3 years ago but we (his kids) still have his ID card which shows his year of birth as 1947 instead of 1950.
Mr.ballen has the perfect story telling voice
I like how he explains what certain things are. He doesn't just assume everyone knows and doesn't say it in a condescending manner. Very clear in simple words.
@@rondalee7704 agreed
That gave me chills. His patriotism is humbling. Thank you Jack!
This guy definitely knocked the top peg out of the bravery scale. R.I.P., Jack.
God bless this hero.... these are the kinds of people we all should be celebrating & praising.
Facts🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Yeah not criminal thugs , JACK SHOULD HAVE A STATUE WITH A PLAQUE not that Point a gun at a pregnant woman's belly floyd .
My grandfather was 15 when he went in to the army, he did the same thing. He was actually featured in the book I think is named, This is your war, by Ernie Pyle, very famous reporter during the war would inbed himself with the troops. After meeting my grandfather he then months later meet my great uncle at a different battle. Amazing to think boys loved their country so much they risked their lives as little boys. ❤ thank you to all of our service men and women for all they do and have done.
Amen❤️❤️❤️
It’s sad to think about all the amazing stories like these that aren’t told because they didn’t make it out. Take a moment for all our fallen vets, we thank you for your sacrifice 🤍
☝🙏❤🇺🇸💯!!
Imagine the ones during ancient times and somewhere which isn’t a popular country
@@user-wy1yb7zj1j makes the stories they could tell even more impossible to imagine, but they certainly be something to hear...
...Amen
I remember the last I saw of three of the Marines I served with. It's in my mind a lot. I try to think of them from before that but it doesn't usually stay there.
What a kid he was!...a real life Captain America! Cannot wait to read his story! Thank you for sharing this, Mr. B, and thank you for your service!
That guy had his own army of guardian angels following him around his entire life, for sure!
If a grenade didn't kill him, no ex-wife or falling from the sky will. He should have joined the Avengers and saved the world from all of the Dr Evils out there.
The Bible plainly states that Fortune Favors the Bold! Jack was a Bold Brave man and the Good Lord obviously liked him very much because of his courage!
Oh absolutely! 🙏💜
nope,he was just strong.
I feel like the only way that man is gonna die is when he’s sleeping, because he sure isn’t gonna let that happen while he’s awake
Yeah death during sleep is pretty common.
He died from Natural Causes in 2008...
I was watching the video when I realized I was born on the day he died June 5 2008
@@Ihatesimonsomuch i was born on june 5th too lol but on 2001
That man was a hero... R.I.P to an true American hero.
RIP to ALL hero's
What a great story about a truly great young man.My Grandpa was a Marine and was at Iwo Jima too. He didn't talk about it much but I can't really imagine what these men endured. To all those who have served and those who serve our Nation now thank you and God bless you
Thank you for giving Jack such respect; which he rightly deserves, he is unique in many ways, brave to a fault and always remembered; Semper Fi Brother Jack! Let’s not forget the many “Jacks”, that have given their all in all our wars that did heroic things we’ll never know about.
Iwo Jima - "Where uncommon valor was a common virtue.". God bless these brave men.
I'm still trying to understand how on earth he survived after hugging a live grenade. That's incredible.
And played chicken versus gravity and the earth... in which he won 🤔
He really was just built different... must have been. lol
Seeing the first grenade he pounded it into the earth with the buttstock of his rifle, then seeing the second grenade rolling into the trench, he threw his rifle down on it and dove with the gunstock between his torso and the grenade. Diving on a grenade is an automatic reference for the Congressional Medal of Honor. Not too many survive the act. A very lucky lad indeed!
@@villagelightsmith4375 If he'd done that... quick thinking too but those M1s stock are made of tough wood so I guess its survivable
or a jumping out of a plane no chute and an assasination attempt
What an amazing and brave young man. Thank you for your service Jack and I hope you are in peace.
Jack said he wasn’t ready to go until he said so. Bad ass.
😂 yup!
My grandpa lied to get into the Navy for the war. We always celebrated both “birthdays”.
My Father Did The Same Thing For Vietnam... 👏👏👏
My Dad also lied about his age to go into the Army. My Grandmother went along with it to "keep him out of trouble". After basic training, he spent a year in Germany, then was sent to Cambodia (unofficially) for a few months, then off to Vietnam. Less than a month before his tour in Vietnam was due to end, he was shot in the shoulder. He recovered in a hospital in Germany, but my Grandmother never forgave herself, saying "Out of the skillet & into the frying pan!" My Dad was a rebel & a free spirit, but a tough bird. He passed away 4 years ago, after dealing with decades of side effects from Agent Orange. I miss him, but he's no longer hurting & is now with my Mom, so I find peace in that. I have so much respect for all those who run towards the danger to keep everyone else safe. 🇺🇸
So did my father he was an underwater welder.
I'd say he earned the right to 2 birthdays after that! Thanks to your grandfather for his bravery!
My father did the same to get into the marines
My husband's uncle joined the Navy at 17. He was on an LST at Normandy, manning an anti-aircraft gun, trying to shoot down German planes who were strafing Americans landing on the beach. June 6th, 1944 would have been his graduation from high school. The Greatest Generation.
There were no German planes strafing the soldiers on the landing beaches.
Yea, but in war there are no winners, nor heroes. Just ppl fooled by politicians to fight and die for them.
There are hero's. Did you not listen to this story? Both sides have hero's. And the civilians on both sides loose to much.
@@armyvet8279 I apologize if I'm wrong. I only know what his son told me. He hadn't told anyone he was at Normandy until a few years before he died.
@@armyvet8279 Thats not true, check out Josef Priller, he has the best account of straffing Allies on Juno and Sword beach
My great grandad Charlie joined the army in ww1 and he was around 14/15yrs old, absolute madness! You’ll never have another generation of badass men like these!!
You are so correct! No other generation with that kind of honesty, determination and grit. So hard-working and loyal.
My great uncle forged his enlistment papers by stealing my grandmother's identity since she was older than him.
Her name was Geraldine, so he enlisted as Gerald Dean and it worked. He gave my grandmother his dog tags when he returned.
my father did that with his brother…it didn’t go over well. it took decades for the VA to figure out the issues and give proper credits to both
Rawratchu, that is crazy!
@Sunfeld Jiramhir to the brig captain!
My grandpa did the same when he joined the navy in WW2 after pearl harbor
Jack was a true American hero. Rest gently in the arms of your Lord.
Jack would punch the Lord in the FACE & walk away like a BOSS with the Lord’s girlfriend.
@Ethan Gallegos Hellywood and MTV, just to name a couple
@@jluchette Reddit moment
@Terrapin Fritz STFU kids in those days matured faster, they had more responsibility and no one to baby them... Go back to your safe space, and let this young hero rest in peace
Well said. God bless from Northern Saskatchewan Canada
I’m seeing lots of comments from veterans…I just want to thank each one of you for your service and show my gratitude, appreciation, and heartfelt love and support for you all for the sacrifices you have all made. ❤️🇺🇸❤️
Yes me too and thank you to Mr ballen too. He was a seal. Pretty badass dude.
Son of a career marine as well. Vietnam era until Desert Storm.
I always thank veterans, and this time is no different. Thank you for your service, and our freedom.
And that k you also to your families, for the sacrifices made, for our nation. Hope your service manor woman, made.it back, and is doing well. Had many a sleepless night when dad was in. And ues.
He is still with us.
@fawn that was well written and appreciated. My grandfather and his twin brother both fault in Korea. Anytime I ever see a veteran it is always my pleasure to thank them for their service and their bravery because without them we couldn't live these normal lives. I wish I had as much bravery as these men and women do that fight to protect us that sacrifice themselves so we can live in the comfort of our own homes. Thank you again to all of the brave soldiers no matter what duty they perform the credit goes to you 100%
Some veterans might say hey I don't need your approval or gratuities. It seems it's always the most selfish or/and indoctrinated that feel that they have to say something. So I prefer you leave me alone like you would if I was a poor smelly homeless person, don't treat me like I'm better. I did it for them and meself so you can thank me by treating the lowest with love and appreciation. Fake ass people make me feel alone when they patting my back cause I'm aware of what is going on.
@@cmbells7736 yep. I know a few that say that, ir something like that.
Another reply I've gotten is, Thank you for the support.
There's a reason I say thank you. I grew up around vets, mainly Korea and Vietnam vets, with a few in command who served in WWII.
How many of those vets came home to harrassment, insults, getting spit on, or worse? I sat there in dad's office, when these marines talked to him about what they saw, wiat they had to do, and what they went through over there. Most common thing I say to them.is, Welcome Home.
Something that they didn't hear then.
Becauae I was raised to respect them. Never told, but shown, by the actions of others. Over the first 16 years of my life, as dad retired in 91.
I've also see what certain questions do to them, and won't ask such things. Was out with a friend, scout sniper, army, 2 tours in Vietnam, and someone asked him about hiw many he killed while there. Instantly saw the pain in his eyes as we walked away. So, I said to him.
Will. I know how what he asked made you feel, so I have a question for you. How many lives did you save while over there? Because THAT is the number that matters.
He pit a hand on my shoulder and said,
More than I can count.
Best answer I ever got to that question.
Jack was either superhuman or had someone or something powerful watching over him. Wow! He saved those men. What a hero. ♥️
Jack was both the most unluckiest and luckiest guy ever
Thats called being a badass mfer , thats revoked upon suicide.
being alive means he was very lucky
Jack is the hidden secret.
Oh he was definitely lucky since he put himself in those situations damm well knowing he could die at any second but just didn’t
Soldiers are so fucking brave
Jack is the ultimate real life bad ass and I've never get tired of hearing his story. The guy had iron will.
IKR
The way you tell a story makes it so easy to visually imagine what's happening. Great job Mr. B!
The patriotism and passion Jack felt is humbling and inspiring! I hope it's contagious 💙
Kids today - do you ever wonder if they could/would survive conditions like WWII and the time just before or just after??
@@wleighkst1671 no honestly I don't think they would survive let alone win. It hurts my heart to admit that.
@@reganfisher22 agreed, and it hurts my heart too!!
@@reganfisher22 wait.. are you saying america won the war
You got that right! God bless you.
Jack is the prime example of the marines "you dont have permission to die, until I order you to!" Ooh rah
I get it !
Ooh ra
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Death: “The House always wins, Mr. Lucas…”
Jack Lucas: “I AM THE HOUSE…”
This man is a legendary American badass.
I believe his name and story is posted at the entrance of a Chow Hall on MCB Camp Pendleton, as are other Medal of Honor "Winners".
@@Snapper314 He was one of the reasons I joined at 17 and it is there. Did my BCT at Pendleton
WOW, what a man. He certainly had as many lives as a cat. Love hearing stories of bravery under fire - thank you for this amazing story.
I really love and appreciate how his videos never start out with a sponsored product. I dont think I ever seen him sponsoring anything and I have been binge watching his vidoes for weeks upon discovery. And his videos aren't flooded with commercials either. Just really appreciate that and it proves he must really enjoy his platform
Death: It's time
Jack: Nope, not today.
Jack -Yes, I did survive.
Death- hold my sythe
Jack Yes I survived the skydiving accident
Death -Hold my sythe
Jack- Yes I survived the fire
Death- Naw Naw Im good. Il just have a margatita. Im waiting this one out...
* * * Wow sounds just like the brave young people of today with their safe places and canceling folks that hurt their feels ... Thank a vet for giving you your freedom to have hissy fits and burn Old Glory. Thank you Mr. Ballen for your service, patriotism, and love of our great country.
🤣🤣🤣 truth
Hey you cant say that! Some 19 yearold just crawled into a box because of that statement 🤣
It's ok for people to protect their body and their land but not their feelings.
You may have missed a step.
@@davidmccombs6187 no, what I was saying is
Why would you let something that somebody says, effect your mood. People can say all kinds of things to me, but if I decide I'm having a good day, then it doesn't mean anything at all. It works pretty well actually if you try it lol
@@davidmccombs6187 Thank you for opening my eyes to a different perspective. I was "growed" up "don't cry out loud, just keep it inside" ... "hush hush voices carry" ... I appreciate your response. Unfortunately I am having the hardest time seeing most folks in these recent generations rising up to accomplish anything remotely astounding as that of the Greatest Generation. My sincere hope for this generation is that they do not need to face the true evil our forefathers and foremothers had to face.
Jack is proof you never give up and you never give in.
Rest in Peace Great Man.
That's one incredible and I mean incredible human being RIP Jack.
GOD bless Jack's family..☝🙏🇺🇸
A for real super hero
We need more uplifting stories like this. Show us the virtues, Mr. Ballen, not just the horror.
Well said, my friend!!
The horror is more entertaining to listen to.
Ace I'll watch this one before bed and hopefully not wake in the night to scared to go to the loo 😂😂😂😂😂 x
what a beautiful human being, may his soul rest in peace
I am speechless...what I can say is thank you to all past,, present and future men and women for your service.
Jack also goes to battle carrying a vibranium shield.
Captain america
He definitely could've done with it.
He deserves the super soldier serum.
🤣🤣
That was good
@@Raccon_Detective. He the guy they made it from...:-)
Wow! Jack was one incredible, brave young man.!!
RIP Jack & thank you for your service.
Damn. Boy had an angel on his shoulder watching out for him.
Like a parrot
It takes so much of me to go through one of your stories… I have a serious learning challenge, so fast, narrated stories are very difficult for me to follow… but you have captivated my heart and my attention so much, that I challenge myself despite the frustration and spend two to three hours until I understand your stories! Thank you so much!
Just one reason out of thousands that these people are called "The Greatest Generation." We owe them more than we can possibly repay.
Amen to that.
I was born in eastern Europe. My polish great grandfather fought in both world wars.
The way young people in the U.S. treat their elders is generally goddamn appaling.
It's all "boomer this", and "boomer that", but they couldn't carry a rifle across a football field, let alone the beaches of Normandy.
@@FrozenMadLad why should they though
They were an awesome bunch.
@@FrozenMadLad The young people we are blessed with today are busy playing with their phones and being taught what to think as apposed to how to think. There are, to be fair, some winners but most are woke losers.
Cancer, accident, all the ways a person could die... Stories like this remind me that when it's your time it's your time. When it's not your time it's NOT.
But what about the times people fought like crazy to stay alive? They did everything they could to survive instead of just giving up. There are times people should undoubtedly be dead but they kept hanging on, kept fighting....Those people easily could have just given in to death but they didn’t. If anything some of the stories Mr. Ballen tells reminds me of how it should have been time for some people, their lives should have been over but their will to fight, survive and live was stronger! Is was too strong for death to kill them.
I understand what you’re kind of saying how sometimes your number is up and theres nothing you can do about it and sometimes you should have no doubt been dead but somehow you survived but I also think so many people had that strong will to survive and did whatever they had to in order to survive and THEY WOULDN’T let their number be up yet. THEY DECIDED they weren’t going to die today
Ya, I wonder about all of these things, too. 🤔🤔🧐🧐🙏🏾👍🏾💜
There's a lot to be said for a little perseverance; one thing I've learned is, even when everything is looking very bleak, if you can suck it up, and stay at it, you'll pull through.I'm not sure what this does to you , long term.You could say Jack was lucky, but you could also say that he got in these situations by putting himself in harm's way.In Buddhism, one of the tenets is about recognizing what was put here for you, and for you to do; when you stray from that path, the result is injury, misfortune, and death.
amen. nothing gets in the way of Gods plan and this is proof. God wants some people to live a long life some only a short one. All according to plan
@@Keyser___Soze or God is in control of life and death.
Father Time was the only thing that could take this legend out. I really hope his family is benefiting from his memoir and not just some rich publisher
Can you imagine a 16 "Woke" kid today in combat conditions like this?? We are weakening our country so much
@@jaybyrd3240 well modern warfare today is way different from the wars we had back then
Yes they are.
"Greater love hath no man than this... That a man lay down his life for his friends." You are not forgotten, Sir.
What a badass, God bless him and thank you for serving our country.
And then there's me who sprints up the stairs when turning off the light
Ghost at the bottom of the stairs: Sooner or later, that dude's going to trip. Then it's my time to shine...
Lol...NICE TO KNOW I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE😉
Lol
Y’all have stairs ? I have long narrow hallway :/
Wait wha-
The only reason I still use UA-cam is for Mr Ballen
Haha thanks Nicholas!!
Most people use it for music.
him coast to coast an grant cardone.
@@technicallyinformativestem3032 not pandora? I guess if u want a specific song
Way to be a brown noser...
Thank you Mr Ballen for your service and keeping us all free
Chuck Norris wants to be like Jack when he grows up
And we all know Chuck Norris has no pubez coz hair don’t grow on steel
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@@brianking9215 Hey u 2.....
@@kevandgizmo917 you have killed me!!!🤣🤣 lol
Just don't try to fall out of the sky without a parachute...professionals only.
Reporter: how many times have you came close to death
Jack: yes
It's over 9000
Jack- Me and the Grim Reaper are very close
UA-cam: How lame and generic do you want your comment?
You: yes.
@@royrodgersmcfreely2858 I love you
Every time Death came around he walked away disappointed with Jack calling behind him, "That all you got?!"
Thanks Jack. My Grandfather was a POW in Changi. The Americans saved our arse in WWII, God Bless America.
I came across this channel 3 days ago and I can't believe I'm addicted to his story telling style, the way the background music gets you in the mood and just his style of telling the story which is just so straight forward with no weird voice to make it creepy, these videos are truly remarkable. This man does this job with such effort, it's just brilliant!
Welcome to our world.
Welcome to our nightmare, Goodluck!🤣😂
I've watched so many channels and gotten my fair share or addicted to others for some sort of time, but this page is different. It never gets old. I love him!