Honoring Medal of Honor Recipients | Those Who Gave All (Marine Reacts)
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Please share with others who need to be reminded it's a day to remember those who paid the ultimate price and wrote a blank check with their lives.
To the greatest test in humanity, tears are the response of a man. Thank you for being vulnerable.
Check the story of MSG Roy Benavidez... all gave some but some gave all
Jamesons Travels Thank you for the video. Thank you for your service.
God bless you and god bless them all! 🙏🇺🇸
SuperBigdaddy1954 MSG Roy Benavidez lived near me when I was growing up on the gulf coast in Texas before I join the Marine Corps in 1986. Awesome man.
@@henryschmitt7577 he was always a personal hero of mine... loves to hear him tell how he spit in that DRs face to get his attention. I never met him but by God what an american
“A true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” -G.K. Chesterton
So how does he feel what's in front him?
Amen.
Surely you see the problem there
Amen brother
Alex Palmer ya I see it, too bad the majority of the population doesn’t and still think it’s awesome
Highest honor for the worst day of their lives.
Hardest yes but they wouldn't have done it if they thought it was the worst thing.
Literally what Clint Romesha said about COP Keating. He gets the highest praise for the worst day of his life
@@kevinzhang3313 they dont think it they know it
@@kevinzhang3313 It's BECAUSE of the worst things that people ARE willing to pay the ultimate price. THAT is what Memorial Day stands for.
@@tjk21504 Correct. Paying the ultimate price earns the ultimate praise.
When I was young, I used to hang out with an old-timer that lived across the creek from my grandfather. I would sit there for hours and we would shoot the squirrels that came to raid his bird feeders. I learned a ton from that old man... When I had decided, around 16 or 17 years old that I was going to join the Air Force, I went to visit him... He went into his house and came back out with a box. He handed it to me and I opened it. It was a Silver Star he was awarded when he invaded Italy (as a SSG in the Marines). He said to me "my own grand children don't even know I have that". He still had the newspaper article from his small town paper about the story.... all those years I sat with him, he never mentioned being in WWII. Of course, like the humble old man he was, he said: "I was just doing my job and trying to keep those kids alive..."
@michael pickrel Marines fought in the European and African theaters of WW2.
@@zooksplace I think you mean montezuma. A monte cristo is a sandwich.
Touching story. Thanks for sharing.
From a British War Veteran
@@gregh7400 Monte cristo is a location as well, that is probably where the ice cream got its name. Haven't you seen the movie "count of Monte cristo"
@@moondawg7949 Sure, but the marine hymn doesnt say, "From the halls of montecristo". And that was my point.
A hero is not fearless man, it’s just a scared man who doesn’t walk away!
Soldiers aren't heroes, they cause destruction and inflict pain on others and themselves. These kind of medals should be given out to people who choose to not go to war, they are the true heroes who celebrate and respect life. If no one became a soldier it would be a much better, peaceful world. Throw away your gun and go play Disc Golf or something instead, that would be an act of valor and a true testament of courage.
@@SoyAntonioGaming your probably a privileged chad that never had to work or sacrifice anything in his life for anyone but yourself. Keep it pushin with your goofy ass.
@@Taking_the_break I enjoy and respect human life, that’s all. i am tired of war mongerers such as soldiers who take lives for no reason and get rewarded for unjustified murder
@@SoyAntonioGaming your username says it all
@@jjiang7488 what?
I’m British I live in England. This is not my army but I’ve got to say this brought a tear to my eye. Ocean may separate us but we are still brothers. Thank you for all you’ve sacrificed and thank you for your service 🇬🇧 ❤️ 🇺🇸
It is well known, the United States greatest Ally is England.
🇺🇸🍺⚡🍺🏴
The British Taught us (U.S.)everything about Special Ops that we use up to this day. We owe the U.K. alot for that
Thank you sir and England for being the greatest ally the United States has. I am a huge music fan and let me tell you....Beatles, Stones, The Who... to long a list cannot thank you enough.
@@scottwendel633 Hoorah ! Except the Beatles are British..
"I'd rather have come back without my arms and legs than to have come back without my brother"
- Walter Ehlers
You never wholly come back even if you are intact if you know what i mean, a part of your spirit remains there .
Jameson's eyes say it all and it makes me wanna hug the guy
air hug back.
@@JamesonsTravels same here
I agree
Those men who entered land on the D-day was courageous. The gave it all
big portion didnt even make it to the land..
Sad because majority were all kids
@@MrCreeper069 OK
My great uncle was there and we didn't know until he died and they read off his awards
Not So Fancy Queen sorry for your loss
Whenever I start feeling overwhelmed with life I watch stories like these to remind myself to take a deep breath, it’s nothing compared to these men, keeps me humble and appreciate life
Exactly!
Same, I find it grounding and humbling.
Same here. Makes you sit and think huh my life isn't that bad compared to this
Remember that God is with you
My great uncle Billy Jo Hash was in the Korean War and he was MIA form December 1951 untill he was layed to rest August of 2020. He was awarded the bronze star for heroics and giving his life so his fellow men could go home. In the face of 120,000 Chinese troops he stood bravely and was blown up trying to save a fellow soldier. I wanted to share this because I know you would appreciate it. Thank you for your service sir. POW/MIA NEVER FORGOTTEN.
They find his remains or how did they come to that conclusion?
R.I.P
@@hemanths2230 his remains were recovered during the summit between North Korea and president trump.
My dad has a silver star and I talked to him and wanted to know why he has it just laying around and he said it was just a piece of metal.(He is in the Army and has served three deployments and is still in, he told me once before going to bed that he got it for dragging two soldiers out of a blown up Humvee while under fire)
wow. you come from old stock.
Please tell your dad "Thank You". He's got more fans than he knows.
Tell him thanks
Be proud. Hes a hero
your dads a fuckn hero hope you and him know that
"If I'd crawled backwards, well I wouldn't be talking to you today."
Gotta love them old vets.
"Well why the hell didnt you tell me" cracked me up man
Kinda just facts tho
Who remembers the man Desmond doss saved over 70 men on Okinawa as a medic with no weapons didn’t kill a single soul in his time of service believed strongly in the Bible and the 10 commandments.
Desmond was a real hero of his time during the war!
I watched the movie based on him, and read about his full story. A true man of honor and respect!
Thats great, he was a lucky one.. Most of the time, its kill or be killed then live the rest of your life remembering that combat.
he was a conscientious objector, if i recall. Refused to fire a weapon even in anger. There was a pretty big movie about him in the last 4 years, i forget the name right now.
@@ExarchGaming hacksaw ridge
@Konrad Alexander Prinz von Hessen Dude saved 70 people if it was two or three id say luck but 70
6 Flame throwers is nuts, this guy willingly put himself in the worse position possible 6 different times...these men were a different kind human that's for sure, so incredibly brave.
My dad was one of the nurses who tried to save Jason Dunham. Rest In Peace boys. You are hero’s one and all.
Rest In Peace to my fallen brothers:
LCpl. Justin J. Wilson KIA MARCH 2010
(Merjah, Afghan) OEF
Sgt. Chris Hrbek JAN 2010
OEF
Rest in peace man. I lost a good relative in June 2009 he was a German Soldier in Afghanistan they got caught up in a firefight where 3 Soldiers sadly lost their lives.
A channel with "gaming" in it... lmao
Brothers? Sure...
It's like a fortnite/minecraft/roblox player saying he was a navy seal.
@@sickmit3481 rip
@@polishpat95 You're a big man aren't you.
@@polishpat95 did you at least searxh the names up?
As an ex British soldier I salute these humble service men and all who stand against our freedom.
Thank you.
A soldier is a soldier in the end we all fight for what we believe is right
Thanks for your service @JASON HAMILTON. Many brits have served with us. You're good people.
@Cracked ASF Nazi or allies they all deserve credit for being in a war no matter there believes
@Cracked ASF @crack-head asf, what are you an English Major? Now, go on and fetch me some pancakes.
@@nickc8819 You really got him there.
Paul smiths story had tears rolling down my eyes. R.I.P hero thank you for your service soldier
that doc was a hard wrenching piece to watch
When Jameson asked if we could make that sacrifice if we were in the position, that hit hard. I did two tours in Iraq but I dont think I could have done what he did....true hero
Same brother. ALLONS!
@@JamesonsTravels my squad leader in OIF 05-07 was under Paul Smith during the invasion. They were 3rd ID. SSG Tate always talked highly of his former mentor.
"I eliminated these guys over here." Goddamn I got chills. Good chills.
I've never found a youtube channel so genuine.
I felt very sad while hearing all the fallen soldiers names
Its very sad. Visit Arlington.
Jamesons Travels it’s unbelievable, a sea of soldiers that fought for our freedom and payed the ultimate sacrifice, God bless America
@Enes Imsirovic well, if another country is spreading into other territories, oppressing people, gaining forces, we fight before they get too powerful so we and our allies remain free
- I was a peacekeeping in Africa and Haiti, I saw terrible things, but the worst thing is the fact that my country (Brazil) doesn't give a shit about us...
@Enes Imsirovic well, how would they get on our land? Think tactically here, would you go through Canada? Trust me, those guys will tear you up and lave nothing for the leeches. Even if you make it though Canada, you're forces are small and few. Easily picked off by American troops. Well then, lets go through South America yeah? Nope, theyre dealing with their own issues. And while not the best military, per say, they will still leave your numbers on the low side, leaving your forces weak. Making the American troops jobs so much more easier. So how do you get there? The coasts? I mean sure, assuming you make it that close with the coast guard actively patrolling the coasts. Even if you do knock down the CG, whats next? Both coasts are heavily guarded with bases, USAF and Military.
Long story short, we have the upper hand in almost every scenario. Thats not to say we're untouchable, im just saying. Our odds are better than the opponents
(Edit: this wasn't meant to come off hostile, and feel free to correct me if im wrong on anything. I am on the verge of passing out, so I'm bound to screw something up. Also, please excuse any grammatical errors, I tried my best to pick them out. Thanks, be safe out there)
"For the devil said, "you can not withstand this storm." The soldier replied "I AM the storm." May god bless our service members
Sounds like something the doom slayer would say
What part of the Bible is this from
straight cringe. you must be like 12
Royal Nation man screw you
cringe ass kid
My great grandma's uncle was in WW1 he saved a town by getting a bomb out of the village that didint go off but in the process there was mustard gas he had no time to put his gas mask on so he went into the mustard gas to be able to save the town. He died 2 days later from the gas but earnd the bronze star. The town made a statue of him wich is still there today. There was also a movie on that town and how he saved the town idk wat the movie was but it makes me so proud to have a family member that did that.
That’s really fucking cool
Many props thats a very cool story. Love this.
What a champ.
Your videos always make me cry at the extreme heroism these men showed in the face of death. Amazing.
Damn how could I forget mike Thornton. I have his book also. The silenced .22. Calls it a hush puppy. Such a great man. So humble. Thank you all. Thank you for telling your storys.
50% of all Victoria Cross recipients are awarded to the dead. The deed must be witnessed by an officer. All the possessors wear it for their fallen commrades, not for themselves. It is presented by the Monarch and given ahead of all others.
Out of all the post-nominal letters that someone can have after their name in Commonwealth countries, VC (Victoria Cross) is always first.
There are only 16 living VC's today
it makes one head spin
Never heard of soldiers wearing medals that dead soldiers paid for with their lives. Shouldn't those awards go to next of kin? Who are these Possessors, if you don't mind me asking?
Seriously, I would think there would be some memorial in their honor, for all to see, instead of a few chosen to wear something that only a few will see and can appreciate. Just my opinion. I realize that everyone has there own way of doing things.
@Biliary Clinton Ahhhhhh. Thank you for setting me straight. The term "possessor" threw me off. Had a feeling I was out in left field on that.
when i was in "A" school, in the Navy, in Great Lakes, I was told their would be a medal of honor recipient at the USO on base. I wanted to meet him so badly, so i went and the USO was serving free pizza to sailors. I waited in line to get some, and when i got to the front, i realized the medal of honor recipient was serving us the pizza alongside the USO guys.... Here he was.... just handing out slices of cheese pizza with a kind smile. I kind of awkwardly stared at him, speechless as he handed me some and i was able to mutter out "Thank You". When i sat down, i couldn't eat a bite of anything. I ended up giving my food away, and walking back to the barracks alone. Sometimes I still think about him and i cant help but tear up. I didn't deserve to kiss his shoes, let alone have him serve me food. I remember him when i find myself indulging in self-pity or thinking selfish thoughts. Just needed to share this because i rarely ever tell this story, cause i get a felling of shame whenever i think about it.
Amazing story!
Your story gives me chills for I would feel the same. Any real man would feel the same way.
I have something similar happen. I've noticed when I greet/shake hands with vets in public, the ones wearing Korea, Vietnam, ect.. I get a lump in my throat and it makes my stomach feel funny. Almost on the brink of tears. As if I'm suddenly overcome with feelings of pride maybe? It's hard to describe the feeling. I've always wondered why I do that but I've never asked or shared with someone until now.
When you think your having a bad day think about what these men went through
Im glad you shared it, i've had similar experiences through my short army career as a medic. Its weird to feel so strongly about something and then to share it to people who dont get it and them just be like ya....ok....... big deal. But you know just like I do IT IS a big deal...
Jameson your eyes are so full of emotions. They speak louder than your words at times. I have nothing but love an respect for you. Please keep doing what your doing!!
I wish I had more people like you in my life. I miss my Brothers.
Hearing these stories brings tears to my eyes. HOW DARE SOMEONE STEP ON THE FLAG, these are the men who risk their lives for us🙏🏾 wish I could meet one
We are the final defense against tyranny and evil. Some of our own people seek to destroy us, by turning more of our own against us and against each other. If you love the flag, you are my people. If you hate that flag, and this country, you are my enemy. These "protests" are bullshit, because you CAN and SHOULD protest what you believe is an injustice... but once you step foot on OUR flag, you have become the problem, not the solution. I still don't understand what people don't get about that.
@@paulgreen3030 I agree with everything you said
Like in the video they didnt do this for you, they did it for the guy on left and right.
@@paulgreen3030 i stand with this statement 100% and i couldn't have said it any better
I feel like no matter what country your fighting against, you still respect the other side. Im from Korea and i wouldnt step on the North Koreas flag because theyre our enemy. They are people there who has no idea, innocent. We have no right to look down upon another country.
I can't ever seem hold back tears and lumps in my throat while watching what medals of honor did to change odds! Sometimes just one man made the difference in pushing or being push back.
I'm so with you on that!
My grandfather is a Medal of honour recipient. I am very proud of him.
*"You're not doing it for your country, you're doing it for the one on the left and your right"*
That shjt is deep
it's true though
I was raised in Pickens Co SC. There are four recipients from this county. Medal of Honor recipients are something else, it’s really indescribable what it takes to earn one. If your American these are our heroes. These are the soldiers that would or did give everything for our freedom. I’m very thankful
"At just 5'6", Corporal Hershel Williams huge brass balls drag the ground as he assaults Japanese pillboxes during the battle for Mount Suribachi."
“Leaving a road for his comrades to advance”
bro hes only 5'6 because his balls weigh him down so much
@@slowflips_ low key if he was 6 foot he might have gotten got by an mg, sometimes it pays to have a tiny frame lol
@@jonathanmcdermott4682 lol your right just like with the Romans, 5,6 and bodies made of iron.
Show some respect
As a Brit I am a Victoria Cross fanatic, but I also highly respect the recipients of the Medal of Honor, god bless all or armed forces, united we stand against evil, great video pal, Lee.
And New Zealand.
And Canada, I went to Hugh Cairns VC school, enlisted at Hugh Cairns Armoury. His story was taught sand drilled into us.
@@potascoone5297 Hello mate, as a victoria cross fanatic I am well aware of Hugh Cairns VC , utmost respect to both of you, Lee.
I used to be one of those Americans didn't give a damn about people in the military. Looking at this gives me a different respect for those who serve and payed the ultimate price for the american dream. It's very sad listening to these story's... much respect for those courageous men and women who serve with honor
Very hard to watch. I was exposed to it as early as I remember with a family member. Death hurts the injuries that leave you hospitalized last a lifetime for the family.
I am a veteran. My dad was 2 x purple heart Navy "doc" 1st marine division Pellilu, Okinawa, Gloucester. He was 17, post depression years. He told me that he ran out to the kids , gave them morphine, told them they were giving home, stuck dog tags in their teeth. He loved his country. He had 5 out of 9 children serve! One of his proudest days was when I graduated boot. He also was able to put shoulder board for his son in law, my husband who came in as E1, boatswainsmate and received a commission to Ensign, a Mustang.
When he passed in 15, he left his 1st Marine division hat, mini purple hearts.. it is my most cherished possession. In some families, military service is an honor and tradition. We serve for everyone. Very proud to be a daughter of a hero...
Glad you changed
@@1stltwife god bless your soul my friend you and your father and everyone in your family are brave fanfucjing tastic people who deserve the world
@@1stltwife thank you
This gave me chill bumps. I would gladly give my life to save others that I love. The feeling of receiving that honor has to be overwhelming. I really hope my kids understand how important things like this are to our country.
As much as prevention and helping countries with terrorist nests to improve is the best long-term solution, no matter how much you work on the root of the problem, we'll always need the army. Lots of people hate on the US Army but don't realize how much worse things would have been had the US and their allies not kept terrorists in check.
Its such a shame that kids today look up too reality t v stars and not these guys.
Amen, brother!
Or God
It’s not a shame I am a 2005 kids which makes me 15 I’m in jrotc and have major respect for the military
Not all kids are interested in joining the military but I’m sure they respect the military even tho they might not look up to them
I’d rather not cover a hand grenade with my body
@@ci4392 yea who would ? . Thats my point
The real heros are the ones that didn't make it home that's my nightmare is the faces of my friends that never made it back and never recieved a medal...the tomb of the unknown soldier is my peace
Many people cannot appreciate the cost of warfare. Visit a VA nursing home and see the perm residents who are 30 and have brain damage.
It is sad to read some of these comments. I hope that they are trolls because for people to say that the soldiers on D-Day were on a suicide missionis disgusting. They were brave and in a shitstorm obviously but our country was under attack. Should they have been cowards and waited? Suicide would be NOT going.
Have respect for your country and those that came before you and put their lives on the line.
Very humbling, we all in the U.S. military forces( past and present) hope we have the fortitude to conduct ourselves honorably in a crisis situation. Thank God there are some that can. Great video. Oorah!
I can't ever seem hold back tears and lumps in my throat while watching what medals of honor did to change odds! Sometimes just one man made the difference in pushing or being push back.
Sometimes it's just pure selflessness: Michael Monsoor jumped on a grenade to save 2 teammates, but he was the only one who had access to the stairwell to escape but chose to sacrifice himself the others who would've certainly died
That’s powerful, didn’t know that extra detail.
That extra detail really doesnt matter just the fact that he did it.
@@Jebu911 It does because he had a way out.
@@unitedstatesofamerica9948 Yeah to you but to me its a pointless detail as he already reached maximum heroism by sacrificing his life. There literally isnt any higher forms of heroism. Actually saying it like that just makes everyone else there seem like a self-serving coward.
@@Jebu911 Not to me. To his teammates who have constantly outlined that extra detail being significant, who fought alongside him, who say that no one would have faulted him, or anyone else in such a similar situation, if he dove into the stairwell. So, where did you serve?
*As an Afghan who fled country came in 1990 after the War with Russia, IT'S BECAUSE OF THESE INDIVIDUALS THAT I AM HERE, AND I AM HONORED. 🇦🇫 🇺🇸*
Being a MARINE is one of the toughest you can do .
Running against bullets is the toughest thing a man can do. You have to have the courage to do when others are stay down.
My dad received the Bronze Star during his service in Vietnam. He doesn't like to talk about it, and I can't find anything official that documents the specifics of what earned him the medal, just vague platitudes about heroism, saving the lives of comrades, and honorable conduct befitting of a US soldier in the Army. From what little I've been able to gather, he saved at least 20 men and held his ground against an enemy force of superior numbers. I also know my dad's primary duties involved computing firing solutions for directing artillery, and I do know his base was relentlessly assaulted by the enemy. Ultimately, I think what happened was despite his position being overrun and taking heavy fire - which warranted retreat, he still managed to get firing solutions out to the artillery batteries, which then pulverized a ridge that had our troops pinned down with machine gun fire and mortars. I think the same event also earned him the US Army Commendation Medal, or maybe that was a separate event.
I wish more medals had better official documentation, detailing the exploits of those who earned them. Seems everyone just wants to hear about the Medal of Honor, but those other medals carry some harrowing stories, too.
Goattacular May God Bless your Father. He is the reason we are able to wake up every morning and speak English instead of German or Japanese.
Tell him Welcome Home!
You could probably FOIA it...
holy crap tell your dad i respect him
I thank him for his service
Our children and grandchildren need to be taught "Real" history in school.
I have a friend in the same grade as me and his history teacher almost got fired for teaching them how ww2 should be taught and I thought that that was stupid
The history I'm taught is crap. I have to search anything that should be taught myself
@G Mochomo And that sensitivity works both ways! Just like what we were taught about American Indians and African Americans and Asians, people love to hear stories about heroism but can't deal with the truth about genocide.
What exactly are they teaching you that you would consider fake history?
@G Mochomo what aren't they teaching you guys in the us about history.
This was definitely something I needed to watch. Not only does this kind of stuff humble me, but it helps me understand just how fragile a life is or can be. Regardless of how big you are, life is something to be celebrated, but most importantly, the lives lost in order for people such as myself to live in peace and sleep soundly is something that deserves more than just the attention. Those men and women paid the ultimate price and I feel honored, saddened, and proud.
Thank you for sharing this, Thank you for your service, and thank you for everything you have done.
These men’s sacrifices should never be forgotten Makes me proud to be an American to see this bravery
After serving 20 years in the military and being deployed twice, once to Iraq and Afghanistan, this video has made me very emotional. It takes a lot to make my emotional anymore nowadays. I’ve been angry a lot more than emotional and I’m emotional now. I don’t even watch movies depicting service members getting killed anymore.
Thank you! I will always have you in my prayers sir.
This is my way of dealing with my time serving. Yes it makes me emotional but it also shows me we are not alone. Thanks for serving with me we may been miles apart but we were brothers in the same wars.
There is only one USCG recipient of the Medal of Honor. He saved 500 Marines!
His name is Douglas Munro.
What did he do?
@@astrovoid3835 Here's the medal of honor citation: For extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty as Officer-in-Charge of a group of Higgins boats, engaged in the evacuation of a Battalion of Marines trapped by enemy Japanese forces at Point Cruz, Guadalcanal, on September 27, 1942. After making preliminary plans for the evacuation of nearly 500 beleaguered Marines, Munro, under constant risk of his life, daringly led five of his small craft toward the shore. As he closed the beach, he signaled the others to land, and then in order to draw the enemy's fire and protect the heavily loaded boats, he valiantly placed his craft with its two small guns as a shield between the beachhead and the Japanese. When the perilous task of evacuation was nearly completed, Munro was killed by enemy fire, but his crew, two of whom were wounded, carried on until the last boat had loaded and cleared the beach. By his outstanding leadership, expert planning, and dauntless devotion to duty, he and his courageous comrades undoubtedly saved the lives of many who otherwise would have perished. He gallantly gave up his life in defense of his country.
It was said before he died he only asked one question. Did they get all the marines off the island? They had.
@@astrovoid3835 He brought in a boat with a machine gun. He held off the Japanese until all 500 Marines got off the beach onto boats. He was killed after all got off.
@@gregh7400 Thank You
You have my respect sir. I can't get through 2 minutes of the videos of these fine men without having to dry my eyes. I personally served with a recipient of the Medal of Honor. I am so proud of him. Hooah/Oorah! You have inspired me to also start my own channel to help me battle through some hard times.
So glad I discovered your channel. Unlike most Veteran UA-camrs, you actually have grounded advice and opinions.
You Sir, are a hero in my eyes if you think so or not. Every Soldier is, past and present.
TWO HOURS! SWIMMING FOR TWO HOURS! WITH 2 PEOPLE! I MEAN THATS JUST AMAZING! THE BALLS OF PURE STEELE THAT TOOK, I WOULDA THOUGHT THOSE WOULD HAVE DROWNED HIM ALONE
I think I heard once that part of Navy Seal training involves wearing a backpack with 50 pounds of gear and having to swim a mile with it under a certain amount of time
I read about a British Soldier who jumped backwards on a grenade with his Bergen on and it kept him alive. Think the bergen is now in a museum.
Matthew Croucher jumped on to a tripwire using his bergen to protect himself from the blast. True hero him
The Bergen’s in the imperial war museum, it’s pretty unbelievable
Wow, that’s amazing.🤔👍
What is a Bergen?
@@cindyknudson2715 our version of the large backpack soldiers use.
To all who served or are serving thank you for all you have done. My prayers go out to all of you and your families.
That’s in November
You have the heart of an honest man, the courage of a ruthless man, and the wisdom of a teacher. America needs men like you. Thank you for your service beyond the military, the service you provide to our understanding.
It’s so true what he said it’s so rare to get the Medal of Honor imagine having the privilege of meeting someone who was worthy of receiving it. Probably wouldn’t be able to speak you’d be in such awe of these men. This is an amazing video gave me goose bumps
“You should never forget that the airplanes don’t fly, the tanks don’t run, the ships don’t sail, the missiles don’t fire unless the sons and daughters of America make them do it.” - Norman Schwarzkopf. One of my favorite quotes from him. I served under him in Desert Storm. He was a great commander. It always tears me up to watch these guys talk about what they went through. Thanks to all that served and have served.
Navy > Army
In all seriousness this quote is great and thanks for your service
I can’t even begin to express my gratitude for all you service members. A thank you for your service just doesn’t seem enough
Thank you brother. I remember my Uncle Rusty, who lied about his age, and ultimately landed in the New Guinea area in WWII, he was 16, a medic. On the Island of Biak, a sniper took off his foot. When he turned 21, he had been a disabled American Veteran for four years. Oh my Gosh, how I love Uncle Rusty.
Peace to you Mr. Jameson, as well!
Words can't describe. It's enough to make one cry. These men are amazing not just for their actions but for the humility they show.
"I would rather have this Medal, than to be President Of The United States."
- President Harry S. Truman
This quote hits me in the feels.
I believe him. I wouldn't believe Biden or in fairness a lot of our other recent presidents if they said this.
@@daviddufresne343 how times have changed ):
If you watch the Medal of Honor show on Netflix, you'll notice a pattern, a common theme amongst these men. They all possess something that cannot be taught, trained, or drilled into their heads. Something they've had their whole lives. Something they never knew existed within them until they were cast into the fire. This is inspirational
I watch this show on Netflix and also notice this. You never know what your body can do until you are put into tight situations where your life and others are on the line. From time to time the liberty tree must be watered with the blood of tyrants and patriots -Thomas Jefferson. The American flag doesn’t fly because of the wind but with the air of every last breath a soldier has used to fight fo r this country-Unkown
My grandfather served in the Korean war. The entire time I knew him he barely spoke a word. He died a few years ago when I was in basic training. Never got a chance to say goodbye but thanks grandpa your sacrifice was not in vein as it gave me the courage to serve my country and I'm damn proud to stand next to those who are alive and those who have fallen.
just stumbled upon this video somehow but i really enjoyed hearing all these stories i hadn't known of. Its comforting knowing there is this many brave people to serve our country
The humility these men show is an extraordinary lesson on how to be a human being
There is no “how to be a human being”. Evil is human, too.
@@SnailHatan Point is, evil humans are subhuman.
Great video!! I am always in total awe when hearing these Medal of Honor stories!!
My best friend produced the Medal of Honor series on Netflix and I’ve watched each of the episodes more than a few times! And it’s still impossible to hold back tears no matter how many times I’ve watched!
Holy shit that first guy with the flamethrower. There certainly was boss nusic playing while he was goin at it
Just finished reading Dakota Meyer's book. Highly recommend it. His bravery and story left me both in tears and speechless
I want to be a para one day. And although I hope I'm never in a situation like this, I hope if I am I will be as brave as these men. Love from the UK
Hershel Williams. Still alive in 2021. Thank you for your incredible service! Young people in the U.S. need to learn about this in school.
To all who received the medal of honour, thank you for your service. We must not forget those that were equally heroic but died with no witness left to tell their story and to all service personnel that fought and died for our freedom, thank you for your sacrifice.
Your silence tells a story that doesn’t need to be told. Thank you
My father served in Iraq. Paul Smith hit close to home. Thank you to all the service men and women who serve this country.
How old are you
All I can say is "Wow" to all of these men.
Love it when ppl are amazed at how humble these men are and can't believe it. Take this in these men are so humble and amazing because they were willing to put everything on the line there lives for there fellow men they were willing to do anything that it took and a lot paid that price. The things these men accomplished is truly heroic and the way they carry themselves is truly a inspiration and more ppl should learn how to act like these men. Thank u to everyone who is in our military for giving us the freedom and making the sacrifices that most will never hear or know about thank u have a great holiday and I wish health for u and your families.
Paul smith had a 51.00 k/d.
I dont mean to just turn it into a video game.
I couldnt imagine, being in a fixed position, exposed, and gaining the enemy's attention with every minute. A normal person would run, but a soldier, thinking selflessly, will stay and protect their brothers. Thank all of the people in this video, and countless other for their service.
"All gave some,some gave all"
Some dude
And some never showed up.
Tf2
This was a wonderful video about our bravest men thank you for sharing devil dog .
To think that 19 people have been awarded the Medal of Honor twice
One of them was General Custer's brother. You just KNOW General Custer was mad because he didn't have one!
He mentions John Chapman who passed during his battle saving 23 men. He is the first to have his action recorded on drone. If I remember correctly he earned 2 and both in that battle
@@tymeonmyside539 That drone footage leaves me speechless in awe every single time. Its truly unbelievable what some of those men and women do
@@tymeonmyside539 yes he is
I sure know friends of mine that would be heros at the right place in the right time. I just hope I will have the skill and heart to do so if such a time comes in my life. Thank you for the videos you show and I especially thank those who have served before me. You are all an inspiration for my bearing and for my life.
Honestly love your channel and the respect you give to our military, country, and the individual men & woment that make it great!!!
I was lucky to go to the same high school as one of these heroes. William J Bordelon was a Marine Corps MoH recipient for his actions in Tarawa, Japan. The school’s JROTC program (he was a battalion major at the school) named basically everything after him and we have his memories at the school. Very very interesting.
Great video as always.
Would love to see you react to Jeremy clarksons war stories - the greatest raid of all time. It mentions a similar thing about the Victoria cross, in that when it was first introduced ‘simply whirling a sword at a heathen was enough to earn the vc’, now it’s a different story. there’s two of those videos in that series, and they’re both amazing.
i will take a look. thanks.
Brings tears to my eyes every time I see programs like this.
My wife says sometimes she thinks I’m dead inside but I watch this and cry and I’m not ashamed to say it.I don’t know if it was just instilled in me but as a soldier and warrior this makes me emotional everytime.God bless them and their families and their sacrifices they made for us.
Thank you for mentioning TSgt John Chapman's Medal of Honor. I followed in his footsteps overseas after he had passed, then known as an Air Force Cross recipient. I was proud to have served under his shadow, walking the same ground he had walked. It inspired me and I'm sure many troops stationed with me at that FOB.
I was able to meet and spend a week at Drew Dix's ranch about a year ago. The honor I felt I can't even begin to put into words.
Those all who landed on the first wave on D-Day deserves the medal of honor
Maybe not the medal of honor but definitely an award that recognises them
Respect from finland to those who serve.
What courage and selflessness it tugs at your heart God bless you all
I love this! It is unbelievable how these Hero`s did what they did! Thanks to all or vets! You did a great job on this video! I could watch it all day long!
This video made me cry like 3 times. Salute.
Mike Thornton’s Medal of Honor story was crazy. I listened to an interview with him and his buddy explaining that day
Hearing about this makes me sad because my dad was there with sgt smith that day and he talks about him even to this day, being in the army it majes me sad that this actually happened
Its humbling man...I could never do what any of these men did. Respect to everyone who serves.
There were recently a few survivors to have gotten the medal of honor in afghanistan.
A marine named Cpl. Kyle Carpenter who jumped on a grenade in afghanistan.
Two US Army soldiers who had earned their medals at COP Keaton. Sgt. Clinton Romesha and Spc. Ty Carter. Romesha took back the front gate and held the perimeter, without his efforts the camp would have been overwhelmed. He also attempted to save LRAS 2 earlier in the fight but took shrapnel from an RPG an decided to refocus on he falling perimeter. Ty Carter in LRAS 2, tried to save a comrade who had been shot several times. Ty brought him back to the saftey of the Humvee after rendering aid to him while under fire. Later a mad dash for the infirmary with the help of Sgt. Bradley Larson, getting their comrade to the infirmary. Romesha and Carter were awarded the Medal of honor. Other members of the battle who had the sacks to aid their efforts to mad dash or take back an overrun position were also awareded medals of lower but still significant posture.
We all would like to think we could. But I didn’t even sign up so I can’t even weigh in on if I’d take up the call. Thank you all for your service everywhere.