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  • @TheBeesleys99
    @TheBeesleys99  2 роки тому +71

    Millie's Instagram is - milliegoaziou :)

    • @nomdeplume7537
      @nomdeplume7537 2 роки тому +6

      CMH or Congressional Medal of Honor are usually awarded posthumously, as as it's the sacrifice for you brothers/sisters in arms that sets it apart from other medals. It's awarded by the President
      It would be along the lines of the Victoria Cross

    • @nomdeplume7537
      @nomdeplume7537 2 роки тому +7

      They weren't going in to save ... but recover the fallen. No man left behind. All efforts will be made to make sure everyone goes home. Even the dead
      Sometimes not always possible

    • @jonathonfrazier6622
      @jonathonfrazier6622 2 роки тому +4

      Please react to " The Green Beret who went on a one man rampage to save his comrads" by Simple History.

    • @annasmallwood5784
      @annasmallwood5784 2 роки тому

      @@nomdeplume7537 ⁰⁰

    • @heisenberg1098
      @heisenberg1098 2 роки тому +1

      damn bro just saw you already saw this, why fake a reaction honestly.

  • @TreyM1609
    @TreyM1609 2 роки тому +576

    That’s a hero. And remember they were going in there to retrieve a teammate that was already dead. No man left behind. They were going in just to bring his body out.

    • @TheBeesleys99
      @TheBeesleys99  2 роки тому +47

      Incredible!

    • @tyjaifoster1112
      @tyjaifoster1112 2 роки тому +5

      @@TheBeesleys99 sended u the links

    • @genekillingsworth8994
      @genekillingsworth8994 2 роки тому +16

      I don't believe that to be technically correct. When their first helicopter was hit he was blown out. This damaged helicopter withdrew and made an emergency landing a few miles away. They volunteered to go back once they could access an undamaged helicopter. Their team mate was not confirmed dead until they found his body. That was why the team was only five SEAL operators plus Chapman (USAF STS JTAC).
      Given a team mate of his was imbedded with a Delta Unit on a nearby hill it's likely he was a Tier 1 Operator. SEAL Units can be Tier 2 or Tier 1 depending on which unit you are discussing as can JTAC operators
      The whole mess started when Chapman and the SEAL Team tried to land to set up fire control for the sector at the designated location and were ambushed by an enemy fire team that had apparently deduced this as being a likely location for such a post.

    • @jsbcody
      @jsbcody 2 роки тому +13

      Look it up. SEAL Command tried to block it and rushed a Medal of Honor for the the SEAL team leader (after it was apparent that Chapman was going to get the Medal) because they left Chapman behind. It was only after the new tech allowed a much deeper analysis. In the fog of battle, I believe the team leader came across Roberts' body and thought it was Chapman's which resulted in him thinking Chapman was dead.

    • @slabriprock5329
      @slabriprock5329 2 роки тому +11

      @@jsbcody Yes not the best thing for the seals. I hope they have learned that honor and honesty are more important than ego.

  • @airborneranger187
    @airborneranger187 2 роки тому +498

    As a veteran I would like to point out, if it hasn't been mentioned already, that MOST MoH recipients are dead when they are awarded this. It's extremely rare for them to be awarded this in-person.

    • @CaptainFrost32
      @CaptainFrost32 2 роки тому +8

      The requirements for verification by living witnesses (prior to this video) made this medal rare. In those cases where confirmation could not be verified, I believe the highest award possible were the branches' Distinguished Service Medals. [Army Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, Air Force Cross], followed after by Silver Star and Bronze Star.

    • @lifebybill1326
      @lifebybill1326 2 роки тому +27

      That is not entirely accurate.....there have been 3,502 MOH awarded. Of those, 618 have been awarded posthumously, or died during or immediately after the action that earned them them Medal of Honor. That is 17.7% . In other words, 82% of those service members that earned the MOH, survived the action and were awarded the medal in person. I wrote a paper about the Medal of Honor and the public's misconceptions about its history, and that was one of the myths that most of the general public as well as service members believed to be true, when in reality, the opposite is true. I wrote it in my Advanced Leader Course in the Army and have met 5 MOH recipients.

    • @lifebybill1326
      @lifebybill1326 2 роки тому +1

      @@CaptainFrost32 the Distinguished Service Medal is its own award, apart from the Distinguished Service, Navy, and Air Force Crosses.

    • @ricosuaveALKQN
      @ricosuaveALKQN 2 роки тому +2

      Actually, since 2008, there's been over 36 MOH awarded to living military.

    • @bitchwongfoo5084
      @bitchwongfoo5084 2 роки тому +7

      Thank the Lord all mighty that people hit up Google to correct you. The correct response to this post is THANK YOU FOR YOU'RE SERVICE!!

  • @jfonder888
    @jfonder888 2 роки тому +314

    I had the privilege of being on numerous operations with Chapman,there are warriors and then there's warriors like Chapman. Till Valhalla brother,well see each other again one day.🇺🇸

    • @vampuricknight1
      @vampuricknight1 2 роки тому +23

      Its funny you mention Valhalla, it is what I thought of as well. The requirements were met, a "Valkyrie" watching over head as a man puts all of himself into one final act, an act which changed the very battlefield as he enacted his will upon it when the need was most dire. Bravery, Sacrifice, Resiliency... and much much more. Every aspect was met.
      It is very much, a retelling of the legends of old in modern times, and much more rare due to the nature of modern arms.

    • @tactikiller
      @tactikiller 2 роки тому +5

      Wow, lucky you. Seriously. That is a privilege. I can’t imagine the memories you have of him.

    • @LL-lj1kq
      @LL-lj1kq 2 роки тому

      🇺🇸♥️

    • @williamzhu9160
      @williamzhu9160 2 роки тому +3

      that is incredible. were you in the 24 sts with him or did you deploy alongside him? everytime i see the original video or anyone reacting to it, i'm astounded by msgt chapman's bravery. thank you for your service.

    • @Amh088
      @Amh088 2 роки тому +6

      Theres no question about it; MSG Chapman sits in the head of the longest table in Valhalla.

  • @GP80888
    @GP80888 2 роки тому +235

    My wife’s cousin Salvatore Giunta was the first living Medal of Honor recipient since the Vietnam war. He actually gave his medal to his Unit. He said if it wasn’t for them he would have never survived. If you want to read his story his book is “Living with Honor” by Salvatore Giunta

    • @brendongathings5306
      @brendongathings5306 2 роки тому +6

      I've seen him on television when I was a child he was st a football game the commentators were talking about him being a special guest.

    • @ajarmenta9658
      @ajarmenta9658 2 роки тому +2

      Korengal, I believe it was operation Rock avalanche

    • @connorburesh7425
      @connorburesh7425 2 роки тому +1

      Eastern Iowa at its finest.

    • @tigrlady2u
      @tigrlady2u 2 роки тому +2

      I watched his story on Mr. Ballen's UA-cam channel. A true hero! ❤❤

  • @jamessolomonii7516
    @jamessolomonii7516 2 роки тому +150

    This is the real reason you don't mess with the USA, we may have a lot of technology, and we may invest a lot in our military, but the real investment is the heart and soul of our soldiers and their undying, relentless will to fight for their brothers.

    • @davidfaxon3336
      @davidfaxon3336 Рік тому +6

      That's the Damn Truth!!! The first port I ever hit was in Turkey. I was asked by 2 Turk military members if I knew why nobody really wanted to go to war with America. I told them that those of us who join are a little crazy, and love our country. They said that it's because we were not afraid to die like most other militaries. That we join knowing the potential risk of death yet we do it. It's a mindset, and willingness to do what other's can't, or won't. But at the end of the day most of us would do it all over again

    • @Charlie-fu3ge
      @Charlie-fu3ge Рік тому +3

      @fridaynights america didn’t lose they just left lol.

    • @kingseb2252
      @kingseb2252 Рік тому

      @exys that has literally nothing to do withthe quality of the us soldiers go sulk somewhere else if your gonna complain

    • @duggz4209
      @duggz4209 Рік тому

      My American friend they breed em just as tough in Australia and NZ if not tougher

    • @drobichaud1000
      @drobichaud1000 Рік тому

      "We?"

  • @kl6902
    @kl6902 2 роки тому +11

    23 families didn’t have to say goodbye to a loved one because of this man ❤️ Sit with that a minute

  • @Chualland
    @Chualland 2 роки тому +130

    If you want an idea of how high an honor it is to get the medal, in the military it is usually normal for an enlisted soldier or a lower-ranked officer to salute the higher ranking officer. EVERY single soldier (including Generals) MUST salute a medal of honor recipient first whenever they wear their Medal of Honor.

    • @Feokian
      @Feokian 2 роки тому +9

      It’s not mandatory, just often done. Also, it is required (not just often done) for lower ranking members to salute higher ranking officers when outside of non salute areas like combat zones.

    • @jimmyrussel5606
      @jimmyrussel5606 2 роки тому +3

      It’s the same with the Victoria Cross, which is awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. While not mandatory, it just shows how much respect is shown to the award.
      Hell they even talk about it and show it here, at the 1:51 mark, when Australian SASR Trooper Mark Donaldson was awarded his Victoria Cross….
      ua-cam.com/video/S25QfRu55BM/v-deo.html

    • @TheCuriousNoob
      @TheCuriousNoob 2 роки тому +1

      @@Feokian not required but always done. These dudes have seen stuff and done stuff you will probably never accomplish especially as a higher officer.

    • @Feokian
      @Feokian 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheCuriousNoob I was clarifying the original statement. Obviously most people in the military don't qualify for a MoH, and those that do are often dead. It's a very high bar to reach, and they definitely did great deeds to achieve it.

    • @justinedwards9168
      @justinedwards9168 2 роки тому

      As it should be

  • @Peter-hd2oe
    @Peter-hd2oe 2 роки тому +58

    People like John Chapman are the reason our military is so great and why we as Americans demand nothing but respect for our troops. We are proud to be Americans and this is one example of many as to why we get angry when people insult our brave men and women of the military. Great reaction!

    • @simonalexander2354
      @simonalexander2354 2 роки тому +6

      I'm from the UK and i respect the hell out of our troops! I just wish everyone in this country respected our service men and women like you guys across the pond! What a man John Chapman was totally disregarding his own life to bring back his fallen comrade and protect the helicopter with his brothers on board RIP Tech Sergeant John Chapman, I wish this world had more people like you in it.

    • @queencerseilannister3519
      @queencerseilannister3519 2 роки тому +6

      As an American civilian, if the time ever came... I hope I fight with the same guttural strength my ancestors had. (the Colonial Wars, Revolutionary War, Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korea, etc). I'd rather die then let someone take us over. ❤🤍💙

  • @jamesstephen7350
    @jamesstephen7350 2 роки тому +121

    As a former operator, the "body" is still a0 team member, and we all come home no matter what!! We treat the situation as if they are still breathing!! What you see here as a hero, is an operator doing his job! This is what we trained for!!
    I cry every time I watch this!!
    Rest in Peace Brother!! You are missed!!
    Lest We Forget!!

    • @tactikiller
      @tactikiller 2 роки тому

      What group were you part of?

    • @Hey_Jamie
      @Hey_Jamie 2 роки тому

      Uh, they all definitely don’t all come home…

    • @robertcornett9972
      @robertcornett9972 2 роки тому

      They always come home if they know where they are, dead or alive.

    • @ark2819
      @ark2819 2 роки тому +3

      @@Hey_Jamie He means their body’s come home. Dead or alive no man left behind.

    • @nexpro6118
      @nexpro6118 2 роки тому +1

      Wow what are the odds that you are the 346805 person in the comment section to claim to be an operator. Its like you all came to this specific video to all comment lol

  • @Vonlang001
    @Vonlang001 2 роки тому +89

    I have seen this about a dozen times and every time hits me hard. As I write this, tears are streaming down my face. My utmost respect to Sgt. Chapman. In my life I will never do something so honorable and sacrificial. You are a true hero sir.

    • @trishferris7355
      @trishferris7355 2 роки тому +7

      One thing you can do is write a beautiful compliment. Thank you for the lovely words.

    • @Mojo702
      @Mojo702 2 роки тому +5

      Me too. Makes me cry every time.

    • @lexpox329
      @lexpox329 Рік тому

      Raise good kids that know of his (and the countless others like him) sacrifice and exercise their freedom and you will honor his memory.

  • @jasongray9696
    @jasongray9696 2 роки тому +33

    Clint Romesha, Medal of Honor recipient himself, put it well: "They don't give these out when things go right...a lot of things went wrong that day." Being isolated Chapman was in about the most tactically screwed position a soldier can find themselves. His determination to continue to fight, alone, and suffering multiple gunshot and shrapnel wounds, in the face of overwhelming enemy fire superiority, is astounding. The fact that they were not able to overrun his position is itself quite impressive.

  • @adamliptok6081
    @adamliptok6081 2 роки тому +25

    I was in basic training when he got officially awarded the Medal Of Honor. It was the only type of video we got to watch the entire time and I swear you could hear a pin drop in this huge room with around 500 people in it. Everytime I see this video my heart swells with pride and sorrow.
    Tsgt. Chapman you was a hell of a man and the epitome of American spirt. Rest in peace Airman

  • @MichaelScheele
    @MichaelScheele 2 роки тому +55

    The US Medal of Honor is akin to the UK's Victoria Cross.

  • @ethangospodareck
    @ethangospodareck 2 роки тому +22

    Of the dozens of times I've seen this it never gets any easier.

  • @jamesl6639
    @jamesl6639 2 роки тому +90

    Along the same line, Audie Murphy, the most decorated soldier of all time. He also had a career after, that you will be surprised by. Correction the most decorated soldier of world War II. No slight to all the other brave soldiers in history.✌

  • @slearl
    @slearl 2 роки тому +30

    The book is .. difficult to read, only because we know the end. Amazing story.

  • @ForeIndication
    @ForeIndication 2 роки тому +17

    I started to watch this last night on TV, I had to step away as I have already seen the Chapman footage, my heart hurts for this mans last hours. Anyone who watches this through and is not affected by this man's shear courage under fire is not human. That is the epitome of an American Hero, selfless courage for the good of those around him, giving his life for the others.

  • @InstrucTube
    @InstrucTube 2 роки тому +34

    I disagree heavily with how our military is used in general, but I love the men and women in the service. They are something to be very proud of for the most part. The upper echelons and the people in the government above them, maybe not so much, but the troops themselves are brilliant at what they do, and generally very stand up individuals.

    • @edmartin875
      @edmartin875 2 роки тому +7

      Unfortunately, senior officers have to deal with politicians on an almost daily basis. It seems to be rare for one not to be captured by the mingling, thus respect is sometimes lost.

    • @InstrucTube
      @InstrucTube 2 роки тому +3

      @@edmartin875 In this case swimming in those waters turns you into a shark too.

  • @ramsoncole4605
    @ramsoncole4605 2 роки тому +1

    There is no greater love than to lay down your life for a friend.

  • @ethangospodareck
    @ethangospodareck 2 роки тому +69

    7:43 point of reference, a highly efficient soldier, or in this case an airman, is trained to combat about 3 men. Chapman has 24+.

  • @outdoorsman7324
    @outdoorsman7324 2 роки тому +7

    "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends"

    • @edmartin875
      @edmartin875 2 роки тому

      I may be wrong but I believe the quote ends saying "...that a man lay down his own life for another." That is the way I learned it. But then, I am old and my memory is not the best these days. Whichever is correct, the sentiment is the same. Thank you for including it in the comments.

    • @la_old_salt2241
      @la_old_salt2241 2 роки тому

      Spoken by Jesus Christ.

    • @outdoorsman7324
      @outdoorsman7324 2 роки тому

      I'm not a believer, I simply agree with the sentiment of the statement.

  • @codystout5353
    @codystout5353 2 роки тому +95

    This gets me every time. I served in the military in Iraq. I worked with some of the British soldiers. They were great soldiers.

    • @Heegaherger
      @Heegaherger 2 роки тому +12

      I had an opportunity to interact with Royal Commandos that came through Two-Nine while I was stationed there. They were crazy in a good way.

    • @veeker48
      @veeker48 2 роки тому +7

      appreciate your service!

    • @Lurch685
      @Lurch685 2 роки тому

      Which is really surprising given how soft Brits are

    • @codystout5353
      @codystout5353 2 роки тому +5

      @@Lurch685 they are far from soft. They fought just as hard as us. Also they had beer

    • @Lurch685
      @Lurch685 2 роки тому +1

      @@codystout5353 I meant the general population. Not the military. I know the British military is tough, and that’s why I said it’s surprising cuz it’s a stark contrast to the general population.

  • @mistermisanthrope4106
    @mistermisanthrope4106 2 роки тому +50

    I've seen several reactions to this particular video & this one was one of the most respectful & somber ones. Thank you both.

  • @russellcrawley3299
    @russellcrawley3299 8 місяців тому +1

    My grandpa, my dad's stepdad and my brother served in the military. Because of them I have the absolute highest respect for the men and women of our armed forces.

  • @mariel7964
    @mariel7964 2 роки тому +2

    For men like this I stand up and salute my flag. What a touching story. What a hero!

  • @yangosakurai7505
    @yangosakurai7505 2 роки тому +2

    Thinking of all the terrible ways you can be taken out of this world I don't think it could get much worse. Being all alone, suffering several mortal wounds and knowing your time is soon coming to an end. Just try to imagine the extreme pain this man must have been in and how hard it must have been just to even breathe much less move. Knowing you have absolutely zero chance to survive and still finding courage to fight til your very last breath. All in the hopes you might save your brothers from the same fate. What a true hero. My heart and respect goes out to all of our veterans.

  • @StackRunItUp
    @StackRunItUp 2 роки тому +1

    I’m glad that he had kids. His legacy lives on. Bet his kids is proud

  • @christyrichardson9284
    @christyrichardson9284 2 роки тому +4

    We r called the home of the free and land of the brave for a reason.

  • @liamengram6326
    @liamengram6326 2 роки тому +22

    Here is how much it takes to earn a Medal of Honor:
    My friend Desmond earned a Bronze Star, 2 Silver Stars, and 1 Gold Star in one act in Afghanistan.
    He earned the Bronze Star for veering his Humvee to the right to allow an incoming insurgent RPG to hit his driver side.
    His first Silver star was earned after he evacuated 3 of the other soldiers in the humvee while being shelled by the enemy.
    His 2nd silver star was earned for dispatching 3 rushing enemies as the evacuation of the vehicle took place.
    And he earned his gold star by dragging 2 of his comrades behind cover as he took 4 bullet wounds and 7 shrapnel wounds from RPGs.
    He survived the war, but not the aftermath. He did 2 tours in India, 2 in Iraq, and 2 in Afghanistan despite only being on contract for 2 combat tours.
    8 months after coming home from his second tour in Afghanistan, he took his own life. Myself and his brother were the ones who found them.

    • @CaptainFrost32
      @CaptainFrost32 2 роки тому +4

      I am sorry for your loss, but I also thank your friend's family for his service.

    • @nickbarela172
      @nickbarela172 2 роки тому +3

      Wow I can't even begin to imagine how hard all that must have been for him! God bless him and his family.

    • @brendasusanchristensen7058
      @brendasusanchristensen7058 2 роки тому +2

      Too many of our warriors coming home are not fully taken care of to get the help they deserve & need! Too many are homeless or commit suicide. Our mistreatment of these valiant soldiers is a stain on America! God bless, comfort and protect our military! Please thank your friend for his son’s service to us all! Gone but NEVER forgotten!!

    • @Feokian
      @Feokian 2 роки тому +2

      Gold star isn’t a medal awarded by the US military.

    • @CaptainFrost32
      @CaptainFrost32 2 роки тому +1

      @@Feokian Right. His family would be recognized in the community as a Gold Star family while he had been deployed.

  • @championsgaming1
    @championsgaming1 2 роки тому +1

    These heros are seriously badass. The fact they volunteer to do this job is incredible. All the respect in the world

  • @TheMajorActual
    @TheMajorActual 2 роки тому +18

    This is part of what has become known as "The Battle of Roberts' Ridge"....This is one of those times when absolutely everything that could have gone wrong, did.

  • @adrianespinoza3933
    @adrianespinoza3933 2 роки тому +1

    Man! A true American hero RIP Sir! No other words!

  • @dawnbreak3299
    @dawnbreak3299 2 роки тому +17

    And to think social engineering has some Americans being disrespectful to our flag 🇺🇲

  • @cujojefferson3778
    @cujojefferson3778 9 місяців тому +1

    As so many commenters have written, John Chapman wasn't stuck on that mountain with the enemy, the enemy was stuck on that mountain with John Chapman. Thank you and may our Father in Heaven bless you Brother.

  • @mckrackin5324
    @mckrackin5324 2 роки тому +4

    As an old American war veteran, this is hard to watch. I am in awe of Tech Sgt Chapman and every American on that mountain. I salute them all.

  • @Achromania
    @Achromania 2 роки тому +3

    “It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather, we should thank God that such men lived.”
    ― George S. Patton Jr.

  • @donaldsherman5913
    @donaldsherman5913 2 роки тому +34

    This gets me every time, and the fact that I know the son of the man they went to retrive makes this even more real to me. But along to same lines I highly suggest the story of Master Sergeant Roy Benavidez actions during Vietnam and also the story of Master Sergeant Gary Grodan and Sergeant First Class Randall Shughart actions in Somalia in 1993

  • @alvinuselton912
    @alvinuselton912 2 роки тому

    An American, I am sitting here crying. No greater love than that of a man laying down his life for his friends ! Yes he was a warrior, but he was also a man FULL OF LOVE ❤️

  • @shawnbflannigan
    @shawnbflannigan 2 роки тому +4

    What’s the Millatree? 🤣🤣 Awwwww, cute!

    • @millie0804
      @millie0804 2 роки тому +1

      How do you guys say it 😂😂

    • @shawnbflannigan
      @shawnbflannigan 2 роки тому +2

      @@millie0804 Mill-a-terry. There’s no right and wrong ❤️❤️

  • @hdjmiller
    @hdjmiller 2 роки тому +7

    I've seen this video about 20 or more times. It never ceases to amaze me the act of heroism and bravery. Each time, I am left crying. God Bless our military, on both sides of the pond.

  • @whitetiger432
    @whitetiger432 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for showing this... I salute you from an Attack Submariner...

  • @josephkondrat6478
    @josephkondrat6478 2 роки тому +2

    It is difficult to watch an American while he is fighting to defend his fellow man knowing full well that he is likely to die because of his actions. He is much more than a hero. He is a savior who deserves a lot more than he is given credit for.

  • @slabriprock5329
    @slabriprock5329 2 роки тому +1

    I've seen that video many times. Tears fronm this 64 old man every time.

  • @Brutalchaos2
    @Brutalchaos2 2 роки тому +5

    Fun fact:
    Of the 3,464 Medals of Honor awarded as of September 17, 2009, an estimated 2,021 (58%) have been awarded to Irish-American recipients, more than twice the number awarded any other ethnic group.

    • @CG-xx2er
      @CG-xx2er 2 роки тому +2

      I feel like we need to stop making stats like these because that doesn’t even make any sense. Also we need to stop focusing on ethnic groups and focus on being Americans

    • @biffmifflin1829
      @biffmifflin1829 2 роки тому

      There is no fun fact here. What the hell is wrong with you?

  • @jeffobrien8329
    @jeffobrien8329 2 роки тому +1

    Chappy was an amazing guy. The appreciation you folks show is very touching, thank you. I wish more people in the US had that kind of appreciation.

  • @mr.invisable6919
    @mr.invisable6919 2 роки тому +1

    We all need to earn and protect the freedom this man, and many others, have given their last measure of devotion for.

  • @chrisfeltner
    @chrisfeltner 2 роки тому +16

    It's also unfortunate most Medal of Honor recipients are given posthumus

  • @tylerbuckley2092
    @tylerbuckley2092 2 роки тому +1

    That's what being in the teams is about not for medals but for your shipmate and each other teamwork they will not leave a man behind

  • @Twisty805
    @Twisty805 2 роки тому +8

    I read the book, it’s an amazing read, also, I had no idea how tough and hard it is to become an Air Force combat controller. Months and months and tough training. Amazing life story.

  • @garyoneal4649
    @garyoneal4649 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome video, and hooray the lady is back!!

  • @ethangospodareck
    @ethangospodareck 2 роки тому +19

    Much love and respect man. Thanks for watching this. Fact: at 10,469ft. (3,191m) this is the highest elevation engagement (officially) in U.S. military history. And Czechns and Uzbeks are commonly recruited by the Taliban, ISIS, and othe terrorist organizations. Also there is a movie slated to come out portraying these events. I thinks some time next year. Also, the 105mm howitzer's was most likely firing high explosive rounds, who's safe stand off distance is 550m. so yeah he was definitely in a bad spot when they opened fire on that ridge.

  • @randypatterson9599
    @randypatterson9599 2 роки тому +3

    That man would say "I am not a hero but i have served with a few" he was a true hero by definition a hero is anyone who would put himself or herself in harms way to protect others.....i carry 4 purple hearts 2 Bronze Stars and a Silver Star i am no hero but SGT Chapman surely was

  • @sherryarflin726
    @sherryarflin726 2 роки тому +4

    So emotional no matter how many times it’s watched.

  • @bazzer124
    @bazzer124 2 роки тому +11

    And now you know why the Medal of Honor is awarded only for conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty. In the Navy, when high-ranking dignitaries like POTUS visit a ship they receive eight bells in their honor. MoH recipients receive the same honor. As it should be. Cheers....

  • @adamzeroGYT
    @adamzeroGYT Рік тому

    You do need to read that book! I've recently read it again and it tugs at your heart strings and makes you ask yourself, "could I step up like that if I had to?"

  • @yugioht42
    @yugioht42 2 роки тому +7

    Chapman was recovered and is buried in Pennsylvania. He was True hero and Buried with full honors. The medal of Honor is always presented by the President at the time which in this case was Obama. The medal was actually upgraded from the Distinguished Service medal as it was odd paper error that the service medal was even given in the first place. He proved that the might be against you but you can win given the right circumstances.

    • @barryfletcher7136
      @barryfletcher7136 2 роки тому +2

      MoH winners are often first awarded a lesser medal, such as the Distinguished Service Cross. It is because the process for awarding a medal like the DSC is usually much shorter than the process for awarding the MoH.

  • @Brandi6666
    @Brandi6666 2 роки тому +4

    No man left behind🇺🇸

  • @ESUSAMEX
    @ESUSAMEX 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this reaction.

  • @GilaMonster971
    @GilaMonster971 2 роки тому +2

    He knew he was going to die but fought hard to try and prevent any more Americans from dying. Amazing story that always brings tears to my eyes 😢

  • @waynsmith9538
    @waynsmith9538 2 роки тому +2

    Honestly though, every model of honor recipient is an absolute amazing story of courage, grit, and love for their country and countrymen...

  • @kingofklutch8881
    @kingofklutch8881 2 роки тому +6

    As a vet myself this man showed true courage! Rest easy brother!

  • @leemason5953
    @leemason5953 2 роки тому +2

    The seals allegedly tried to block his medal of honour because their bosses thought it would make them look bad,thankfully that didn't happen, RIP Sgt Chapman.

  • @jasonwilliamson8416
    @jasonwilliamson8416 2 роки тому +1

    I actually worked with John briefly. I wouldn't have expected anything less. Cheers brother. 🍻🇺🇲

    • @nexpro6118
      @nexpro6118 2 роки тому

      Yeah I bet u did lol you are only the 24796 to claim that in the comment section

  • @justdontcare5271
    @justdontcare5271 2 роки тому

    His sacrifice will never be forgotten. True hero

  • @Cashcrop54
    @Cashcrop54 2 роки тому +5

    I've seen this video many times and it is more amazing each time. Many of my dad WWII friends have told me that many heroic acts such as this occurred many times but they were unseen and are still unknown. I did enjoy watching this with you. Take care!

  • @xbeaker
    @xbeaker 2 роки тому

    My father was a non-military contractor. But he has said the response to a MOH recipient is the most dramatic he has eve seen. While touring a battleship an announcement was sent out that a MOH recipient was coming on deck. The entire crew ran to deck and came to attention, captain included. They stood in salute the entire time he boarded for inspection. And nothing more than a walk around the ship, some sailors were brought to tears at having him on board.

  • @1269dougal
    @1269dougal 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your reaction, he was awesome and always the example ... his family is proud and is sourly missed, it was an honor to know him and in many ways he is still around, John was younger when I knew him but even back then he had that what it takes

  • @jimgreen5788
    @jimgreen5788 2 роки тому +6

    Beesley, excellent video! The book also sounds very good. I don't know if the movie "Hacksaw Ridge" has been suggested as something to watch on your own time, but if you can find that American movie (which is true), you should. It's about an American medic in WW2, who saved tons of lives on that ridge.

    • @edmartin875
      @edmartin875 2 роки тому +2

      Yes. Good flick of a true hero. And he did it without killing anyone.

  • @Kotabear1976
    @Kotabear1976 2 роки тому

    George M. Cohan an entrainer, playwright, song writer and more. He was awarded The Congressional Medal Of Honor in 1936 for his impact on WWI. His patriotic songs and plays boosted moral for the soldiers and rallied the American people like no other since. His life is an amazing story and his songs still live on today.

  • @tomz1daful
    @tomz1daful 2 роки тому

    Can't unsee this. This is What a band of brothers will do for their mates.
    👁️👁️

  • @pjsin9472
    @pjsin9472 2 роки тому

    Wow! I'm an American and I did not know that story. Thank you so much for sharing

  • @biffmifflin1829
    @biffmifflin1829 2 роки тому

    Thank you for watching this video. I watch this video when I begin losing faith in my fellow Americans. I cry everytime I watch this action, I know it by heart, but I still cry. I spent 12yrs in the USAF and am so proud that Msgt. Chapman represented the Air Force with such valor. I can't begin to imagine myself in his position, I'm not the man he was, but I'm so thankful there are such incredibly brave men who put service above self. Msgt. Chapman left a wife and 2 small girls behind, again I can't imagine his thoughts of his family at this time. May he be accepted into Valhalla and praised till time ends. Thanks again, I want everyone to know this man's story.

    • @lexpox329
      @lexpox329 Рік тому

      Sometimes I fear that the best americans have died protecting the worst of us.

  • @64powers
    @64powers Рік тому

    God Bless all those who serve our country. God Bless you all and your families.

  • @nickantonides8015
    @nickantonides8015 2 роки тому +2

    They weren't going in to get someone that was injured, their teammate had already died. We mean it when we say nobody gets left behind.

  • @dimetime35c
    @dimetime35c 2 роки тому +1

    The medal of honor is the USA version of the Victoria Cross. It is the highest honor a soldier can be give. Most of them are awarded posthumously.

  • @george217
    @george217 2 роки тому +17

    Try the old movie called "To Hell and Back". It's the fictionalized autobiography of Audie L. Murphy, arguably the most decorated soldier in US military history.

    • @kevinotoole2285
      @kevinotoole2285 2 роки тому +1

      Hate to disagree but have to give that to chesty puller

    • @george217
      @george217 2 роки тому +3

      @@kevinotoole2285 Sorry, not even close...

    • @tomcherry7029
      @tomcherry7029 2 роки тому

      Most decorated soldier of WWII. Not history US Army Col. ROBERT Lewis Howard was the most Decoarated Soldier in History

    • @InstrucTube
      @InstrucTube 2 роки тому +2

      It's actually mostly true, though there were things left out as "too unbelievable". It also stars Audie Murphy as himself.

    • @george217
      @george217 2 роки тому

      @@tomcherry7029 Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. And you know what they say about opinions...

  • @paulschmidt1644
    @paulschmidt1644 2 роки тому +3

    I read the book, the real tragedy here is the Navy tried to cover this up because the leader of the seal team was awarded the Medal of Honor for this fight. If the Air Force never released this footage John’s sacrifice would have gone unnoticed.

  • @kimrota-mcalister2373
    @kimrota-mcalister2373 2 роки тому +1

    I've watched this video 20 times and I get teary-eyed every time if there is a heaven he is a soldier of God. God bless him and his family a true hero

    • @robertknight3354
      @robertknight3354 Рік тому

      There is a heaven. Our Lord Himself is what woke John up that morning before dawn. He wasn't finished with Chapman just yet. He was about to use him to show you the power of sacrifice and a measure of what Jesus did for His sheep.
      For those of us counted as His we will all meet John Chapman when it's time.

  • @EatPraySmoke
    @EatPraySmoke 2 роки тому +3

    More couple reactions love the both of you 2 together. Take care

  • @kevananne
    @kevananne 10 місяців тому +1

    Millie is so quiet. And look at her now! Taco Bell all by herself was a great video!

  • @dwightyost1606
    @dwightyost1606 2 роки тому +1

    This is what it means when we say FREEDOM IS NOT FREE

  • @jam1116
    @jam1116 2 роки тому

    Thank you for all of the respect

  • @sandragarner3913
    @sandragarner3913 2 роки тому

    We are a big military family, right now I have 3 grandsons in the military, 1 has been deployed. My husband and brother in law were both in the Navy, my husband during Vietnam. They both became police officers. I had 2 uncles in WW2, one won 2 bronze stars and no one knew it until I found it doing Ancestry. I have been able to find documents all the way back to the 1600’s. So we have been defending this piece of land before it became The USA. I can not tell you how proud we are of our families service. I also have a son who dedicated 22 yrs to the USAF. Also a niece that gave 20 yrs 🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @brownwestmoreland1077
    @brownwestmoreland1077 2 роки тому +1

    You guys and the videos you make, makes me so proud to be a American and a retired Marine.
    I myself was involved in many battles and I lost several of my men. And I know without a doubt they would be proud that people like you still remember what it takes to be free in a very dangerous and evil world. Freedom is not free and lives are not cheap, and I think you guys understand that. Thomas Jefferson said that the tree of liberty must be quenched with the blood of patriots from time to time in order for there to be a truly free people. And I have seen first hand that he was telling the truth even 180 years later. By the way, Thomas Jefferson was a American president around 180 years ago for those watching who aren't from America.

  • @tomword5619
    @tomword5619 2 роки тому +1

    Greater love has no man than to give up his life for his brother

  • @10MinutestoRouletteFortune
    @10MinutestoRouletteFortune 2 роки тому

    And as a former Marine I say this.........That was one bad ass warrior more concerned about others than himself. That my friends, is a TRUE HERO!!

  • @bradb3248
    @bradb3248 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent reaction, appreciate the great respect you and Millie show, thanks

  • @iananderson33able
    @iananderson33able 2 роки тому

    These our the reasons for our awakening America. Never forget the fallen! No man left behind!. Together we stand and united we fall. 💜✨

  • @johnygoodman6659
    @johnygoodman6659 2 роки тому +1

    I've had so many British people tell me that Americans are overly patriotic, well this is the reason why because of people and heros like John chapman

  • @MZ-bl6wg
    @MZ-bl6wg 2 роки тому +1

    Thankyou for watching this , I hope it keeps going on and keeps getting viewing and coverage for this hero and the 6 other American lost in the fierce battle.

  • @tdz69
    @tdz69 2 роки тому

    It took a shot through the heart to stop this man. Let that sink in. He was all heart. RIP Warrior.

  • @russelljoslinjr4387
    @russelljoslinjr4387 2 роки тому

    So much honor! Bit of a tear-jerker!

  • @rayvarnson8976
    @rayvarnson8976 2 роки тому +2

    This video brings a tear to my eyes, I've watched several times.

  • @RE-bg9ds
    @RE-bg9ds 2 роки тому +1

    That's why we're called the land of the free and the home of the brave

  • @pjpatrickjohn2307
    @pjpatrickjohn2307 2 роки тому +4

    Love the reaction, please react to seal team 6ix rescues Jessica Buchanan... It's an amazing and heart filled story

  • @bryonensminger7462
    @bryonensminger7462 2 роки тому

    This guy won 2 of them in this one action and deserved both

  • @Mexican_Marauder
    @Mexican_Marauder 2 роки тому

    11B, Graduated from Sand Hill in Georgia. Every street on the fort is named after a Medal of Honor recipient.

  • @CJG-bk4bk
    @CJG-bk4bk 2 роки тому +1

    Wow! Thank you soldiers for what you do and thank you two for showing this video.

  • @rebelamanda
    @rebelamanda 2 роки тому

    We appreciate your respectful thoughts