Former guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier faces fight of his life

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 25 тра 2017
  • Former guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier faces fight of his life
    More WUSA9 stories on military here: bit.ly/2VnP9lI

КОМЕНТАРІ • 2,8 тис.

  • @everydayabovegroundisagood1693
    @everydayabovegroundisagood1693 6 років тому +3330

    Any father would be so proud to have a son like this young man.

  • @paulmuriellennon3642
    @paulmuriellennon3642 6 років тому +11644

    Why is it that bad things happen to the nicest people, but the scum of the earth seem to go on for ever? My respects to you young man, for what you are and what you have done.

    • @eligebrown8998
      @eligebrown8998 6 років тому +133

      Marty Marsh, thats the best answer to that question ive ever heard.

    • @ruthshelton1924
      @ruthshelton1924 6 років тому +119

      Paul Lennon I have often thought the same as you. Why such nasty folks seem to go on ect. BUT I believe in God & that one day we will be judged for what we've done in our life times.
      Those 'nastys' I dout will have to pay high heating bills.

    • @henrybass2259
      @henrybass2259 6 років тому +28

      I read Psalm 73 when I feel the same way.

    • @TalonAshlar
      @TalonAshlar 6 років тому +31

      Random crap happens to bad people as well its just that no one cares to report on that.

    • @manictiger
      @manictiger 6 років тому +35

      @Wissler
      There are a lot of sociopaths without the part of their brain that feels empathy, shame or guilt.

  • @irvinchasc
    @irvinchasc 3 роки тому +1761

    update: He's still alive, and doing great things through several different organizations since he was medically retired. In case anyone is wondering.

    • @LordSubtext
      @LordSubtext 3 роки тому +49

      Thanks, came down here for exactly this

    • @mixproductions4010
      @mixproductions4010 3 роки тому +11

      Thx thats good

    • @jack-rx4bf
      @jack-rx4bf 3 роки тому +40

      Why do you need to say things like this BUT have that user name?

    • @nicolascraig2246
      @nicolascraig2246 3 роки тому +10

      Thank you Tik Tok, very cool

    • @johnolsen4494
      @johnolsen4494 3 роки тому +4

      Thank you for telling us man

  • @engineerskalinera
    @engineerskalinera 4 роки тому +3571

    He will survive. As he is protecting the unknown soldier, so he shall recieve covering fire, aimed at the disease, in return. Godsped, soldier.

    • @hmr0470
      @hmr0470 4 роки тому +63

      Damn this is an underrated comment

    • @Quincius
      @Quincius 4 роки тому +20

      @@hmr0470 Agreed

    • @warlerker
      @warlerker 4 роки тому +48

      Now i just imagine the skeleton sitting up out of his grave and pulling out a rifle.

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv 4 роки тому +9

      We are not God's counselor or his adviser. We have no authority to say what or where any of us will be or what we will be doing. We are only the creation. We do not speak for God. Ephesians 2:8-9
      8 For by God's grace are we saved through faith; not by works, (or being a firefighter or law enforcement or a hero or a veteran or actor or News reporter/anchor or a soul singer or killed by a terrorist or a sports hero or a fashion designer or a rock star or body builder or a writer or cooking show host or walk into a room and lite up a room with their smile or a pioneer or a super pop star or bounty hunter or race car driver or country music singer or being modest or a Disney star actor or making people laugh or making people happy or a war hero or dying for your country or never killing anyone) 9 it is the free gift of God, not that anyone can boast of their salvation." Eternity will not be about any of us or what we have done. It will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell and then the lake of fire that Burns with Sulphur and fire on judgement day. Thank you Jesus.

    • @engineerskalinera
      @engineerskalinera 4 роки тому +34

      @@JohnSmith-uy7sv imagine being so riled up by someone who was trying their best to sound as stereotypically patriotic as possible...
      also where does God come into this? Isn't "godsped" equal to "good luck"?

  • @scottmarquiss7941
    @scottmarquiss7941 7 років тому +6069

    Since he left the Tomb Guards through not fault of his own, I hope they gave him a Tomb Badge. . .he clearly deserves it!

    • @matthewgillespie2835
      @matthewgillespie2835 6 років тому +274

      scott marquiss you get it once you become a guard so yes he would still have it

    • @Ddan82
      @Ddan82 6 років тому +57

      #627

    • @michaelgaley9532
      @michaelgaley9532 6 років тому +63

      Exactly correct, Tankers get the cord and badge when their qualified in Germany. If he has qualified he will wear it on his tunic. SGT (ret) US Army

    • @rolloverriderpgr
      @rolloverriderpgr 6 років тому +117

      They are given the Badge when they become a Guard after finishing training. It's theirs forever. UNLESS they do something to disrespect the Guard or the service.
      I hope he manages to overcome this small obstacle in his life.
      Blue Sky's and Safe Journeys son and thank you for serving.

    • @Twister051
      @Twister051 6 років тому +17

      @ Matt Gellespie - According to the tomb website, sentinels have to be assigned guard duty for 9 months. Did he walk the mat 9 months? I don't know.

  • @MrBrendy58
    @MrBrendy58 6 років тому +4220

    I was 36 years old when I was targeted and shot by terrorists in Northern Ireland, I am now 59 and although I have had battles in my life, I take my hat of to you Andy. You are a brave young man who would put to shame those of us who complain at the least little upset in our lives. Your courage leaves me amazed. God Bless both you and the country you gave so much to the U.S.A. God be good to this Hero.

    • @menwancellos8000
      @menwancellos8000 5 років тому +79

      IRA or UVF? I lived in Northern Ireland, and as a Frenchman working there in Prod and Cath schools, it was quite complicated. Got threatened by IRA punks once because of university research on the Troubles. Had friends from both "sides" - had a lot of problems with local police, got arrested by Green Berets searching for weapons contraband - was with my French car - got disrespected for being French. I was there in 1998-99, one week after the Omagh bombing. My family begged me not to go. I do understand how people can feel living up there when born catholic en rages half the population or vice-versa. I had heard and seen so many things there that I still keep a vivid memory of harshness, defiance and fear from Ulster. My first shock was the last barb wires in the border with the Republic, I thought I was back to cold era Germany.
      i wish this US military found a cure. I know the sacrifices they make to become an honor guard. Best wishes from France.

    • @farheensait6937
      @farheensait6937 5 років тому +8

      MrBrendy58 lol

    • @terrymoody7739
      @terrymoody7739 5 років тому +44

      MrBrendy58 , God bless you sir for your service! Here from Texas, U.S.A., that was an awesome comment! I served in the Navy onboard the U.S S Enterprise back in 1979, we traveled the high seas to keep this old world a better place.I am 57 years old wishing you, and your family well! God bless to everyone across the great pond!

    • @cianrafferty3338
      @cianrafferty3338 5 років тому +77

      The troubles were complicated. For many british soldiers they probably thought that we were terrorist scumbags but for us we were just trying to achieve freedom from the tyranny because there was still a lot of discrimination against catholics.

    • @wylenbirkhofer62
      @wylenbirkhofer62 5 років тому +2

      This made me tear up and that it not easy

  • @saintskillerdntfkwth
    @saintskillerdntfkwth 3 роки тому +1755

    He's still alive. Checked his wife's instagram page. Awesome, continue the fight andy!

    • @matthewkarle4954
      @matthewkarle4954 3 роки тому +21

      Thank god

    • @MIRAGEDEALER
      @MIRAGEDEALER 3 роки тому +20

      Great, I was wondering if I would see an update. Thank you for your post. God Bless.

    • @silverbob8656
      @silverbob8656 3 роки тому +17

      Looks like he's doing pretty well. news.yahoo.com/veterans-voice-andy-selga-122628614.html

    • @GAMEDATA1010
      @GAMEDATA1010 3 роки тому +10

      thanks for the good news

    • @DukeCannon
      @DukeCannon 3 роки тому +9

      Thankyou, I wanted to know.

  • @vdnf321
    @vdnf321 4 роки тому +861

    That man in the wheelchair standing at 4:05
    Absolute respect from him

    • @hetdog7765
      @hetdog7765 3 роки тому +2

      @@infinitevalrath7767 ❤

    • @dekudude8888
      @dekudude8888 3 роки тому +39

      I don't respect what the government forces the soldiers to do, and not all soldiers are good people, but I think we should give respect to those that fight and die like heroes

    • @hetdog7765
      @hetdog7765 3 роки тому +3

      @@dekudude8888 This!!! ♡

    • @TheKing-wx2th
      @TheKing-wx2th 3 роки тому +4

      InfiniteValrath what are you doing here then?

    • @TheKing-wx2th
      @TheKing-wx2th 3 роки тому +7

      InfiniteValrath what do you mean by not pro American?

  • @robertcroft1005
    @robertcroft1005 6 років тому +483

    This is a soldier who deserves respect,. He smiles in the face of adversity and he is enjoying his life. He see his duty as a honour - God bless you.

    • @willcrowder7090
      @willcrowder7090 4 роки тому +3

      Robert Croft every soldier deserves respect

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv 4 роки тому

      It has nothing to do with Salvation or living a life witnessing to others about Jesus Christ.

  • @marypelton9213
    @marypelton9213 6 років тому +4862

    My dad got a 21 gun salute at his military funeral RIP daddy

  • @arichhobo8575
    @arichhobo8575 4 роки тому +1393

    "Impossible to find a photo of him not smiling" him on the job "😐"

  • @davids8048
    @davids8048 3 роки тому +49

    Andy is an amazing person. I hope he defies the odds and lives to be an old man.

  • @AHgaming8474
    @AHgaming8474 5 років тому +908

    *_Good luck soldier! I’ll pray for you brother... Thank you for your service._* 🇺🇸

    • @paddyshotgun1792
      @paddyshotgun1792 4 роки тому +20

      @@amaurygarcia5527 how is it cringe?

    • @notlucas6859
      @notlucas6859 4 роки тому +17

      @@amaurygarcia5527 ur life is cringe

    • @Odood19
      @Odood19 3 роки тому +14

      @@amaurygarcia5527 Cringe at kindness, but the words will still be kind, just as the whole world's ocean cannot sink a ship of iron.

    • @timc333
      @timc333 3 роки тому +6

      let my prayer go right up with yours Nick .

    • @mischiefhexagond3201
      @mischiefhexagond3201 3 роки тому +5

      @@amaurygarcia5527 How is it cringe? you're cringe.

  • @petemedina8446
    @petemedina8446 6 років тому +2761

    May God bless you don't give up keep fighting one step at a time goodluck.

    • @Justin.Martyr
      @Justin.Martyr 6 років тому +5

      *I wish that they would have said MORE about this Disease*
      *Apparently it is Congenital & NOT a Germ*

    • @notanomnom
      @notanomnom 6 років тому +8

      God bless

    • @maanman3573
      @maanman3573 6 років тому +1

      Meme Lord no

    • @petemedina8446
      @petemedina8446 6 років тому +1

      Meme Lord Good point didn't think about like that tho.

    • @michellec791
      @michellec791 6 років тому +2

      Pete Medina *21 steps at a time

  • @alisafun4160
    @alisafun4160 3 роки тому +13

    I am a vet, and I am proud of you. Thank you for your service. God bless you. You are badass!!!

  • @cherylann9781
    @cherylann9781 3 роки тому +27

    This young man comes from Kern County, California. To say we are proud of him is an understatement. God Bless this young man and his wife!

    • @TheRisskee
      @TheRisskee 3 роки тому

      I thought looked familiar!

    • @cherylann9781
      @cherylann9781 3 роки тому

      TheRisskee He's from Tehachapi, but his story has been on Bakersfield news channels.

  • @robertwarren4248
    @robertwarren4248 6 років тому +541

    An amazing young man from an amazing infantry unit. The nation salutes and respects you for your duty, courage, and resolve. You and your wife are in the thoughts and prayers of millions of grateful citizens.

  • @fartgarfunkel827
    @fartgarfunkel827 3 роки тому +26

    I have so much respect for the guards of the tomb of the unknown. This man with a deadly disease still marched for that tomb until he was forced not too anymore much love and respect!💜

  • @cindystewart195
    @cindystewart195 4 роки тому +224

    My husband is a Marine and his resting place is at Georgia National Cemetery. I Thank God he was given to me z

  • @johnnull6459
    @johnnull6459 4 роки тому +30

    Hero's live among us. Unsung, not loud, but steady and God watches over those who serve His purpose. Live large EVERY day.

  • @CJ-kq7ly
    @CJ-kq7ly 5 років тому +24

    Okay the fact that he was chosen for this duty alone is rare and amazingly rare alone. The fact that he got that accomplishment and an even rarer disease. He himself is a rarity. Much respect for him!

  • @MDCF1565
    @MDCF1565 3 роки тому +50

    It is these young brave men who make me so proud to be an AMERICAN 🇺🇸

  • @Rebecca_The_Dragon
    @Rebecca_The_Dragon 3 роки тому +6

    God Bless this young man. Thank you for your service. I hope he still has many years ahead of him.

  • @cindyb3704
    @cindyb3704 4 роки тому +34

    Why would anybody do a thumbs down. This guy needs prayers not negativity

    • @paulfharris175
      @paulfharris175 3 роки тому +1

      Cindy b those who gave the thumbs down r loosers

    • @redactedredactd5554
      @redactedredactd5554 3 роки тому +2

      I'm a year off from a reply but the answer is simple. Bots.

  • @tmaddrummer
    @tmaddrummer 6 років тому +673

    God Bless you Andy..... I will pray for you and your wife, and May The Peace of Our Lord Be With You Always!

    • @Texan1981
      @Texan1981 6 років тому +9

      Amen!

    • @Kazuk0100
      @Kazuk0100 6 років тому +6

      God doesn't exist.

    • @crabby3204
      @crabby3204 6 років тому

      tmaddrummer Sadly he is s Nazi... On his arm there is the tattoo saying: Weiße People which meand White people and it is written in the old style the 3. Reich used.

    • @feralhiker6816
      @feralhiker6816 6 років тому +1

      xXx_Eli_the_Quickscoper_xXx HD who cares

    • @crabby3204
      @crabby3204 6 років тому

      Balkanski Banditi A normal human being?

  • @josephbnd974
    @josephbnd974 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you Andy for your sacrifice to our great nation. And for helping us all appreciate how blessed we all are. You will be in my prayers.

  • @tony12165
    @tony12165 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you brother for your time watching over our fallen troops. God bless you with full recovery Hooah.

  • @howardhackett6521
    @howardhackett6521 4 роки тому +6

    I am from England, and an ex-service man. My late wife and I twice visited Washington, and on both occasions visited Arlington to honor the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior. We were in awe of the dignity and reverence displayed by these soldiers. God bless you Andy, and your wife. I wish you, and all the United States in these troubled times (June 2020) blessing and a lasting peace. "O Say Can You See, By The Dawn's Early Light".

    • @kadijaesther1808
      @kadijaesther1808 3 роки тому +1

      From an American, thank you so much for taking time to say this. Its pretty hard lately to feel any pride in my country, but reminders like this help.

  • @theresalynn1961
    @theresalynn1961 6 років тому +216

    Praying for you and your wife! 21 steps at a time! God bless you both!

    • @icecoldmeat4046
      @icecoldmeat4046 6 років тому +2

      theresa turpin if there is a god, gods the one who did this to him for no reason.

    • @icecoldmeat4046
      @icecoldmeat4046 6 років тому +2

      3toisyou too bad that’s just made up nonsense. Pretty convenient that god can’t be blamed for anything and he uses the devil as a scapegoat. Nothing in the Bible makes any real sense. Like why would god create the devil if he knew that he’d eventually fall from heaven? See... that’s retarded in my opinion. God’s supposed to be able to see all of our futures? Why did he create humans as born sinners when he could have taken sin away or never even created it in the first place? If there is a god, it’s an overall unfair god.

    • @icecoldmeat4046
      @icecoldmeat4046 6 років тому +1

      3toisyou I care about you and I don’t even know you. I’m not religious, I’m a humanitarian.

    • @spades1018
      @spades1018 4 роки тому

      Jotaro Kujo Ah yes, because it sure is great that millions of people in the world suffer! Better that than a world full of drones, am I right?

    • @aimbotbricks8792
      @aimbotbricks8792 4 роки тому +2

      IceColdMeat mate your so disrespectful i am an atheist as well but there was no reason for you to say that to him you should of just kept your mouth shut

  • @TheEventRecorder
    @TheEventRecorder 6 років тому +411

    Hang in there brother, This We'll Defend!

  • @randomtheory4805
    @randomtheory4805 4 роки тому +1374

    3:29 that’s so cute “kicked out for uncontrollable giggling” 😂😂😭

    • @myman8336
      @myman8336 4 роки тому +35

      I didn't know you could marry a 17 year old highschool girl.. 0_o
      Why were FBI locked on me, I'm younger than him..

    • @anthonyjh02
      @anthonyjh02 4 роки тому +3

      My Man
      No one asked but my eyes on you

    • @myman8336
      @myman8336 4 роки тому +33

      @@anthonyjh02
      The video said she was 17 and He was 20 when they got married..
      Must be a state to state thing..

    • @Shixigami
      @Shixigami 4 роки тому +38

      My Man- to get married at age 17 you need one of your parents consent, at age 18 is when you don’t need any parental consent

    • @Bc._Media
      @Bc._Media 4 роки тому +14

      My Man hollup....

  • @davidlenz9902
    @davidlenz9902 3 роки тому +108

    This couple is a perfect example of the traditional values our young people should live up to. Wholesome, graceful, joyful and patriotic.

    • @jodywiggins3475
      @jodywiggins3475 3 роки тому +5

      Amen

    • @peksn
      @peksn 3 роки тому +6

      And it is dying bc of the lack of money in the people, the system is rigged to support those with money, rich people have been getting reacher year by year while the middle class has lost monetary power, they cannot even go out of their fathers houses bc of how low the wages are they cannot sustain themselves much less a son/daughter, if we want a future, we need to fight with the low/middle class so that the people of this country may have a life as good as the latest gen

    • @alielmadari8645
      @alielmadari8645 3 роки тому +3

      @@peksn took the words right out of my mouth

    • @aj-uz8qs
      @aj-uz8qs 3 роки тому

      The soldier of the tomb is the world war 1 soldier

  • @charlesfontanello4203
    @charlesfontanello4203 6 років тому +782

    May God Bless you soldier, I have the utmost respect for you. Stay Strong 💪🏻 🇺🇸💪🏻🇺🇸 Keep Fighting the Good Fight. 😇🙏🏻

    • @JohnDoe-jq5wy
      @JohnDoe-jq5wy 6 років тому

      Andy I may have an ANSWER to your medical situation. Reach out to me, Whitelight1776@gmail.com My name is Bruce

    • @policevauxhallastra6591
      @policevauxhallastra6591 6 років тому +4

      +Dobby The House Elf If god Doesn't exist. Who create Galaxy huh?

    • @Brando-tr5fm
      @Brando-tr5fm 6 років тому +6

      Charles Fontanello when talking about the USA, don't use emojis.

    • @honeybee5151
      @honeybee5151 6 років тому +2

      Brando 7701 seriously

    • @raffeblatte569
      @raffeblatte569 6 років тому

      Charles Fontanello the emojis ruined it

  • @markhall7646
    @markhall7646 4 роки тому +13

    Thank you Andy- not only for your service but also for your relentless fight against what has beset you. May God richly bless and keep you and your wife now, and beyond the days to come.

  • @priscillawhitley8074
    @priscillawhitley8074 3 роки тому +12

    Sending prayers for healing and strength and comfort

  • @scottjohnson1640
    @scottjohnson1640 4 роки тому +3

    This old Air Force veteran wishes you the best. May God bless you and keep you and make his face shine upon you and be gracious unto you.

  • @deeknitter94
    @deeknitter94 3 роки тому +19

    Prayers for all of our soldiers but especially for this one.

  • @mho...
    @mho... 3 роки тому +48

    "if you find the love of a good girl, you are much richer in my world" -Mike Skinner

  • @itsjenna247
    @itsjenna247 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you for your service brother . We will pray for you 🙏🏻💫🇺🇸

  • @PuppyfaceProductions
    @PuppyfaceProductions 5 років тому +8

    The fact that he continued to keep face and walk through the pain while he was on duty is beautiful. It shows you just how dedicated these guards are

  • @FinsterCS
    @FinsterCS 3 роки тому +8

    „They expect me to live.“
    The most relieving thing I could hear after the four minutes before that.

  • @hugebartlett1884
    @hugebartlett1884 4 роки тому +8

    I hope the Army never forgets this man's courage. He served as an exemplary soldier,performing a very important duty,and to this day,displays the strength and fortitude expected of the world's greatest soldiers. Our prayers go with you,young man. We are proud of you. You are one of America's Finest!

  • @tyler6012
    @tyler6012 4 роки тому +131

    This is absolutely crazy. I went to the Arlington Cemetery in 8th grade for my school's trip to Washington D.C and I was elected to be one of the four kids to lay the wreath. Just before it was time for everything to do down the soldier walked up the stairs with the most intimidating face, and I was very nervous, but as soon as he got to the top of the stairs where we were, that imtimidating face broke and out came a very energetic smile and tone of voice as he explained what exactly we were going to do. I don't think it was this guy in specific but he looked and sounded exactly like him

    • @PeroMetricVoidTheYoutuber
      @PeroMetricVoidTheYoutuber 3 роки тому +3

      damn, its really sad i can never experience something like this, corona sucks

    • @cindystewart195
      @cindystewart195 3 роки тому +5

      Tyler that is an absolutely beautiful place to see.

    • @tyler6012
      @tyler6012 3 роки тому +2

      @@cindystewart195 absolutely

    • @tyler6012
      @tyler6012 3 роки тому +2

      @@PeroMetricVoidTheUA-camr if you ever get the chance to go I would definitely reccomend that you do. It's a truly beautiful place.

    • @Ken-sc3gx
      @Ken-sc3gx 3 роки тому +4

      Lucky you, to have the great honor of laying a wreath at The Tomb. Always remember that moment. It is something to cherish for a lifetime.

  • @Spikesons
    @Spikesons 3 роки тому +5

    I'm a CO, of thee "conscientious" sort, and am experiencing deep empathy for this young man and such respect for his courage and down to earth liveliness. You Go for sure, Andy.

  • @Dolphinvideoproductions
    @Dolphinvideoproductions 4 роки тому +6

    These are the type of people we need more of. Fighting through there struggles together

  • @markharrisllb
    @markharrisllb 4 роки тому +54

    I’m 60 I’ve got a condition that’s going to take me in the next couple of years but I’ve had a very good, very interesting life. A doctor also told me I would be dead before forty because of my alcoholism, I’ve been blessed with twenty five years sobriety along with a wonderful bounty. So I’m ok with the time I have left.
    When I see a beautiful young couple like this though, with such a cloud hanging over them it seems so unjust. Their parents must be bursting with pride for the wonderful young people they’ve brought up and I can see why they allowed their daughter to marry so young. What a fantastic CV he brings to the table so young, a man with a perfect sense of duty and discipline. Amazing people and I wish them a marriage every bit as happy as my own, I really can’t wish them more except to say I hope they go on the celebrate at least their diamond anniversary.

    • @tommyodonnell9
      @tommyodonnell9 4 роки тому +3

      He continues the good fight, and they are very happy together.

    • @dee7353
      @dee7353 3 роки тому +3

      I wish you the best too.

    • @robertgusomano1759
      @robertgusomano1759 3 роки тому

      Look up the booklet called Curing the Incurables by Dr. John Christopher

    • @graysonmclauchlin9906
      @graysonmclauchlin9906 3 роки тому +1

      God bless you

  • @debrollins3717
    @debrollins3717 6 років тому +6

    Thank You Andy for your Honorable service and Dedication to our Country's most beautiful Monument . Though there is but one Soldier left but He represents all those who didn't come home from the war. The Tomb guards continue to extend the Honor to all those who gave their life in service to America. May God Bless you during your journey back to health. You have a sweet beautiful wife and my family wish you both many blessings.

  • @cros99
    @cros99 6 років тому +78

    Be well my brother. May you have a long and fruitful life.

  • @titan_o7
    @titan_o7 4 роки тому +32

    That’s sad how happy he was finally being an Unknown Soldier Sentinel only for fate to give him a disease and ruin his dreams. Despite all that he still seems happy and has obtained a new job.

  • @julieenslow5915
    @julieenslow5915 3 роки тому +54

    Thank yous for your service to:
    - The young guard in this video: your bravery, your sense of humor and your wife are all beautiful sir. God bless you!
    - All the commenters to this video who have served in the military of the USA. There are no words to say how much I respect and honor your contribution - which is to stand up and defend this country in peace and in war.
    - All the commenters to this video who have served in the military of any country which is a neighbor, a friend or an ally of the USA. Together we are strong as we need to be, even while praying our military strength is not what is needed. Let's keep it that way - strong and together.

    • @joandar1
      @joandar1 3 роки тому +3

      Thumbs UP from John, Australia.

    • @timc333
      @timc333 3 роки тому +1

      @@joandar1 John , I'm right with you brother , and thumbs up to you too .

    • @amer-ricansurvivor6894
      @amer-ricansurvivor6894 3 роки тому +3

      @Julie Enslow, It was an honor to serve my country, The USA, so thank you Julie. I wish I could do it again.

    • @julieenslow5915
      @julieenslow5915 3 роки тому +2

      @@amer-ricansurvivor6894
      that you are a "survivor" is all that need be said. Once was enough. Thank you again good sir or m'am.

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv 3 роки тому

      Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation
      5 This is what the Lord says:
      “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
      who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.

  • @GeorgeJansen
    @GeorgeJansen 5 років тому +22

    I'm donating to the foundation. Good luck brother. Sgt Bailey USA EOD Aviation, 87 to 95

  • @VERRATENMEMESANDCOD
    @VERRATENMEMESANDCOD 4 роки тому +65

    This soldier is a brave and strong man. May God bless him

  • @bored.in.california2111
    @bored.in.california2111 3 роки тому +237

    He's lucky to have such a wife with him.

    • @daniellinehan63
      @daniellinehan63 3 роки тому +11

      A Good Team

    • @liberty4392
      @liberty4392 3 роки тому +14

      Both of them seem like they are such positive people. I love how dedicated his wife is to him. I hope they enjoy many years together.

    • @SoulsHarbor1st
      @SoulsHarbor1st 2 роки тому +1

      Not lucky, "BLESSED!"

  • @maryelaine-blinstrubchambe6083
    @maryelaine-blinstrubchambe6083 3 роки тому +3

    I will keep Andy and his wife in my prayers. What an amazing young man! What honor.

  • @peterrobson6121
    @peterrobson6121 3 роки тому +13

    I hope he gets a Full Recovery. With a long happy life ahead of him.

  • @Harvest1966
    @Harvest1966 4 роки тому +5

    Heaven bless that young couple. Thank you so much for your service. My prayers are with you and your family. 💗💗💗

  • @angelheart1430
    @angelheart1430 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you to all past and present men and women for your service! God bless... keep fighting!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @tigerguy1013
    @tigerguy1013 4 роки тому +33

    Watching the Sentinels guard the tomb and seeing the changing of the guard is coolest thing ever, change my mind

  • @tp-gj3sc
    @tp-gj3sc 6 років тому +16

    God Bless you and your wife and a big thanks for your service. Your a great young man and I know your family is proud of you. God Bless

  • @eliasgrabowski5730
    @eliasgrabowski5730 6 років тому +1310

    He got diagnosed at 21. That's an important number. Cowincedince I think not

    • @zayan6284
      @zayan6284 6 років тому +12

      I think so

    • @taranwilliamson1931
      @taranwilliamson1931 5 років тому +11

      @steve b no no no, it was definitely the vaccines.
      /s

    • @stevemitz4740
      @stevemitz4740 5 років тому +6

      @Taran: That may sound silly but a lot of un brain washed & non medical cartel experts wouldn't be surprised that, un scientifically tested mass vaccination can & does cause immune deficiencies! (like Scotts') In fact Robert Kennedy will pay YOU $150,000 IF you can (Scientifically) prove MMR's are safe & effective! My grandson's immediate bad reaction to MMR vax caused me to search for knowledgeable answers! Like sausage making & Politics, that knowledge can make sick! As the father of Real medicine's Art (not one size fits all pharma sales) Hippocrates admonished "Do no harm" and let god's (unpatentable) Food & Herbs be thy medicine!

    • @blueshadow7918
      @blueshadow7918 5 років тому +2

      I find this video feb 21 coincidence? I think not!

    • @redneckcityboy9086
      @redneckcityboy9086 5 років тому +2

      Why do cows need to be brought into this you bastard

  • @tomgreenough3235
    @tomgreenough3235 3 роки тому +6

    May God bless this young man, and give him strength to fight and endure.

  • @survivrs
    @survivrs 3 роки тому +4

    HOOAH young man!!!! You will always be a guard in my heart.

  • @heroesfightinghunger9231
    @heroesfightinghunger9231 6 років тому +12

    Thank you for your service. You are our pride and in our prayers. God speed. -Ed Snyder

  • @reactivarc7412
    @reactivarc7412 3 роки тому +111

    "21 steps" sounds like the title of war movie or documentary

  • @Neverforgethaiti
    @Neverforgethaiti 4 роки тому +13

    Let each one of us have a SERIOUS moment of silence for everyone who UNFORTUNATELY could not....did not or will not make it home !!!! 😭😭😭😭

  • @joyb2285
    @joyb2285 4 роки тому +6

    Thank you so much for your selfless service to our country! I will be keeping you in my prayers. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @sirgamer44
    @sirgamer44 3 роки тому +9

    walks for 21 steps, stands for 21 seconds on guard, nearly only had 21 years.
    thats pretty haunting

  • @henrybass2259
    @henrybass2259 6 років тому +17

    God bless you! Thank you for your service!!!

  • @alien6495
    @alien6495 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your service and keep fighting. Your teaching everyone how to fight.Courage and determination, the will to survive.
    I stand with you. I'm a Cancer survivor. I'll be praying for you and your family. Love the support your wife is giving you. God bless you.

  • @gaildecker2474
    @gaildecker2474 2 роки тому +1

    just went to Washington this past week and got to go see the tomb it was really touching bless this man and his family God is good

  • @michaelwoodward5787
    @michaelwoodward5787 6 років тому +17

    Thank you son. We need more men like you! 🇺🇸

  • @NR-cr762
    @NR-cr762 4 роки тому +23

    Don't ever forget the honor the service paid you, selecting you for this post. Don't ever forget the honor you paid the fallen and the present for standing your post. You are the best of us, you are the honorable among us.

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv 3 роки тому

      Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation
      5 This is what the Lord says:
      “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
      who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.

  • @markwatters6875
    @markwatters6875 3 роки тому +1

    Good luck mate. Thank you for your service. All the best from an Australian ally.

  • @blakdragn
    @blakdragn 3 роки тому +1

    Andy, I'm sending you some LOVE and BEST WISHES from Canada, good sir!! Keep fighting the good fight. God Bless you, Andy.

  • @briancrane7634
    @briancrane7634 6 років тому +506

    Tragic, a patriotic American (hard to find these days) who's only desire is to serve. Sad. Prayers and best wishes to Andy!

    • @SPEEDYNOOB
      @SPEEDYNOOB 6 років тому +9

      Brian Crane yet the communist America haters get away free.

    • @lonestarlibrarian1853
      @lonestarlibrarian1853 6 років тому +6

      SPEEDYNOOB You can’t abuse people based off of their ideologies, rightly so. Whether religion, or morals, people should believe what they want without repercussions. But if they act illegally you can certainly imprison him.

    • @swaggyfarts5654
      @swaggyfarts5654 6 років тому +4

      Yes it is sad that some people disrespect this beautiful country of ours

    • @mouselmao
      @mouselmao 6 років тому +7

      It is unfortunate to find people who disrespect our country, but it is also a sign of greatness. It is the proof that we may have diverse thoughts and opinions on almost any matter whatsoever without being punished. It is a sign of freedom.

  • @RazorPL01
    @RazorPL01 6 років тому +1236

    Who the hell put thumbs down?

  • @greendemon625
    @greendemon625 3 роки тому +1

    thank you for your service thanks for protecting the unknown soldier and I hope you make a full recovery and beat the sickness America is behind you

  • @michaelgoodheart7958
    @michaelgoodheart7958 3 роки тому +9

    God bless him and his family and give him the strength to go on.

  • @kingcatnip2614
    @kingcatnip2614 6 років тому +28

    thanks for your service

  • @zacmosier1715
    @zacmosier1715 4 роки тому +6

    I salute you young man. I salute you young lady. Good to see two people with honor in life.

  • @julieo6266
    @julieo6266 4 роки тому +1

    God bless you sir.. keep FIGHTING my prayers to you and your family from Michigan ♥️🇺🇸. You will pull THROUGH..thank you for your service.

  • @haroldgafford2051
    @haroldgafford2051 3 роки тому +3

    Wow! Never heard of this before. Two years of fighting cancer now seems trivial compared to Andy's. I wish you a miracle and hope God will grant you that.

  • @craigpennington1251
    @craigpennington1251 6 років тому +7

    God's speed for a complete recovery! Thank you for your server sir!

  • @pomonabill220
    @pomonabill220 3 роки тому +7

    What a sharp and fine young man! Very sad to see that he got this "condition" and cannot do what he loved to do... walking the mat.
    Good though that he continues on!

  • @zoominferno8951
    @zoominferno8951 4 роки тому +92

    My father and mother was in the military now I live with my aunt because they were both killed by a IED while in a convoy.❤️❤️❤️❤️ I Love You Mom And Dad RIP

    • @josephbnd974
      @josephbnd974 3 роки тому +5

      So very sad to hear.

    • @jomiles3605
      @jomiles3605 3 роки тому +5

      I'm so sorry

    • @kutthroatjd6048
      @kutthroatjd6048 3 роки тому +5

      Damn,im so sorry

    • @nonhominid
      @nonhominid 3 роки тому +1

      Sorry. But don't let it sour you of this country or the military. They did what they wanted to do.

    • @martinlopeziii3184
      @martinlopeziii3184 3 роки тому +3

      🇺🇸❤ 🇺🇸

  • @reme001
    @reme001 3 роки тому +1

    To the young man, I wish you well. Good health to you. May you and your wife have a long life together.

  • @perrylc8812
    @perrylc8812 6 років тому +12

    Thank all who have and will serve.

  • @702ringo1
    @702ringo1 6 років тому +145

    God bless you Andy!

  • @mykeybarbee2587
    @mykeybarbee2587 3 роки тому +1

    "Heavenly mother and father, please help him heal, please allow that beautiful soul of a young man many more years to come" 🙏💜💜💜 *salutes*

  • @brxkentoyko9465
    @brxkentoyko9465 3 роки тому +36

    The fact that they are guarding a tomb for so long and dedicated to it, melts my heart. It is super absurd that people disrespect this.

    • @landbefortime6898
      @landbefortime6898 3 роки тому

      wait. he was 20 and she was 17?!

    • @memerman9421
      @memerman9421 3 роки тому

      @@landbefortime6898 Probably from michigan. Age of consent here is 16. Pretty sure it's like that in a few other states, too

    • @audreymai2773
      @audreymai2773 3 роки тому

      @@memerman9421 it depends on the state. Some states allow 1 person of age (18) and one at least 16 without even a parents signature.
      My mom was 15 when she married my dad. He was 18. But her mom had to sign papers to okay it. Funny story, my parents went to see a movie that was rated R and they weren't going to let my mom have a ticket. They said she needed a parent to eatch with her. So my dad went and got their marriage certificate to show he could allow her to watch the movie. Lol!

    • @memerman9421
      @memerman9421 3 роки тому

      @@audreymai2773 Well, ik it depends on the state, I just dont know the other states AOC, other than here in Michigan

  • @diegolavera6508
    @diegolavera6508 6 років тому +6

    I've seen this in real life. It is truly amazing how perfect they are god bless America, God bless those soldiers who will never be known. God bless their families who went through the pain of not knowing where their family member(s) are.

  • @JohnDoe-qq8ws
    @JohnDoe-qq8ws 5 років тому +10

    That's the most discipline I've ever seen. That's excellent, how they can do that for 26 hours.

  • @scottcooper4791
    @scottcooper4791 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for your service, sir. God bless you the United States and the United States Military.

  • @TalosCreations
    @TalosCreations 3 роки тому +7

    Being a soldier just makes you a damn tank

  • @timothyhudson7999
    @timothyhudson7999 6 років тому +170

    I have been to the Tomb twice and it is a very sacred place. The guards there are nearly fanatical about what they do and rightly so. I don't know if they have any ammo in their rifles but that is a very real bayonet affixed to the end. I hope that some dumbass never tries to punk out one of those guards. It could be messy to say the least.

    • @a-drewg1716
      @a-drewg1716 6 років тому +12

      The guns they have are fully functional but are unloaded. Although the officer that does the changing of the guard as well as the inspection of the rifle is armed with a loaded sidearm.

    • @hunterhess884
      @hunterhess884 6 років тому

      Timothy Hudson id say they carry magazines with them or unload them before the change. Guarantee they load them at night.

    • @speedbuggy16v
      @speedbuggy16v 6 років тому +7

      the fierce determination to their duty, no matter if their weapons are loaded or not, should be enough to dissuade any interlopers. I will not cry for any man or woman that disrespects the tomb

    • @joe6096
      @joe6096 5 років тому +4

      There is footage around of people - kids of course - in attendance at the guard changing who whisper or talk. Those soldiers do NOT f around. They will crisply stop, turn to the crowd, snap their boots, stare straight ahead, and in a Marine boot camp drill instructors voice advise the crowd that the tomb is a sacred place and to remain silent. Those kids probably had to change their underwear and never said a word for a week lol

    • @michellemcgonigle4869
      @michellemcgonigle4869 5 років тому +1

      There is actually a video on UA-cam of a guard accidentally dropping the rifle and the bayonet stabs through the others foot and you can see the blood. I believe the video is called “Changing Of the Guard Mishap”

  • @diogenessinope5109
    @diogenessinope5109 3 роки тому +7

    Don't you give up, soldier.

  • @Jdwify
    @Jdwify 10 місяців тому +1

    This man is a national treasure. He has the strength and courage to face the unknown daily and yet remain thankful and humble. His wife is absolutely a wonderful soul.

  • @JOHNNYL57
    @JOHNNYL57 3 роки тому +1

    Stay strong Sir you are a brave soldier. You are a hero and all of America is proud of you and I am sure the unknown soldier you've been watching over is proud of you to and is watching over you as well.

  • @PenelopePitstop069
    @PenelopePitstop069 3 роки тому

    Most of us can say we served our country. But, nothing like what you are going through (besides the ones injured severely in wars). That is such an honor to be a guard of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. God bless you my brother.

  • @brianhuss9184
    @brianhuss9184 6 років тому +3

    Life knocked him down, but he jumped back up and is charging ahead. God Bless you and your family Soldier!