Corporal Marine Corps - Cadenhead, Roy A, Sr | Georgia in WWII

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  • @alangarrett1181
    @alangarrett1181 9 місяців тому +120

    Mr. Cadenhead died at 95 years old in 2019. Thank you Sir, for your service and sacrifice for this great nation. May we never forget such men.

    • @SunofYork
      @SunofYork 6 місяців тому +2

      and then there was donald trump

    • @boondocker7964
      @boondocker7964 6 місяців тому +1

      @@SunofYork And what about you?

    • @SunofYork
      @SunofYork 6 місяців тому +2

      @@boondocker7964 The soldiers in WW2 fought against Fascism and Nazism. They fought for nobody to be above the law and have immunity, and for the Constitution be upheld ... The constitution that makes all religions separate from government and equal under the law. I am with them...

    • @boondocker7964
      @boondocker7964 6 місяців тому

      @@SunofYork I did RVN '66-'67 1st Mar Div, "YOU", obviously, never did any time in uniform, and FJB, DJT was rail roaded in a KANGAROO COURT, Nov. can't come soon enough, Dementia Joe can look at explaining in court how he and his family enriched themselves with payments from foreign countries, then we'll see who is above the law, Hunter should look real good in prison garb, don't you think?

    • @john-nx4xn
      @john-nx4xn 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@SunofYorkUnfortunately religion isn't separate from the government.
      They want to put prayer in schools.
      But which prayer. Because if you let one in u gotta let them all in. They want the 10 commandments in the court house.
      Speaking of that. There should have been 11. That one stating it's a sin for one human being to own another.

  • @Jprid
    @Jprid 9 місяців тому +46

    I watched this starting 3:30 Sunday morning. No interruptions, no house noise. I believe this is the most powerful human emotions in a narrative alive ever heard. Thanks Roy.

  • @jamescrawford5330
    @jamescrawford5330 9 місяців тому +21

    This (myself) Marine could not have worded this interview any better…. 1st Marines ..Vietnam 68-69. God Bless my Brothers and their Families.🙏😎🇺🇸

  • @URSENIORUTUBER55
    @URSENIORUTUBER55 9 місяців тому +21

    This Man, himself a war torn, hardened veteran of war at its darkest is as we can easily hear from the sincerity of his voice is a very sensitive and wise American Hero.
    He has a beautiful balance about himself as he rationalizes with true and deep sincerity the many challenges he faced throughout his time as a Combat Marine. The Wisdom, Faith and Love of GOD, Country, Corps and Family that he exudes is truly remarkable. He is a true AMERICAN HERO. A PERFECT EXAMPLE of UNSELFISH LOVE

  • @FitnessPlanB
    @FitnessPlanB 9 місяців тому +88

    As a Marine grunt listening to this tonight completely subdued my ptsd and I shared this with some other brothers who need to hear this. Thanks Sir For helping me breathe better tonight.

    • @kentuckybeararms
      @kentuckybeararms 6 місяців тому +1

      I listen to these stories every night from this man or others like him and I fall asleep. It helps me for some reason

    • @BenandToni2012
      @BenandToni2012 4 місяці тому

      @@FitnessPlanB thank you for your service as well. God bless

  • @joycecogdill9797
    @joycecogdill9797 9 місяців тому +33

    What an eloquent speaker. Such clear retelling of such a hard time of his life. Students should hear this clearly told memories. I wish i could thank him in person for his service but i will salute him in my mind.

  • @john-nx4xn
    @john-nx4xn 9 місяців тому +30

    I've listened to many interviews I've read many books written by the soldiers who were there.
    IDK if it's his soothing voice or what. But we all should say ty to the person (s) who put this together. And it'll be here for others to watch.
    I think every high school senior should be required to listen to a hundred hours of these.
    Maybe some young people would not be the way they are now.

    • @thomasbullock6416
      @thomasbullock6416 6 місяців тому +1

      One of the best interviews I have ever heard GOD BLESS Him he is one fine MAN 🙏🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @sheilatruax6172
    @sheilatruax6172 9 місяців тому +16

    I am the neice of an Iwo Jima Marine. I am so proud of him and all his brothers in uniform. He was pretty wonderful. Thank you all for your sacrifice. Semper Fi!!

  • @PhotoDesigner1
    @PhotoDesigner1 11 місяців тому +32

    ... His profound manner of speaking and intellectual reasoning give clear insight into his character.

  • @markpaul-ym5wg
    @markpaul-ym5wg 9 місяців тому +8

    The most riveting and gut wrenching story that I have ever heard.His mind was as sharp as it was back during the war.Thank you sir for you and your fellow marines service.

  • @chillymoe0331
    @chillymoe0331 9 місяців тому +18

    God bless you Sir. My Dad was a Corpsman with the 4thMarDiv in the pacific. He was born the same year as this Gentleman & enlisted in 1942. We lost him in 2009. Maybe him & Mr. Cadenhead crossed paths at some point during the pacific campaign. ~Semper Fidelis

  • @valeriegriner5644
    @valeriegriner5644 2 роки тому +38

    This was a wonderful interview with one of THE GREATEST GENERATION!

  • @sliderule5891
    @sliderule5891 9 місяців тому +23

    Thank you for you service sir. And your wisdom. My father was in the 1 Davison. Guadalcanal, cape Gloucester, Peleliu. He learned what you talked about. He was fine man like you.

  • @MarkTheTreeManVann
    @MarkTheTreeManVann 7 місяців тому +9

    What an interview... I'm listening to this at work while I'm grinding tree stumps through my hardhat... I could listen to that man tell his war stories for days.

  • @oceanhome2023
    @oceanhome2023 9 місяців тому +17

    This has to be the best interview I’ve listened to . I am a Navy Brat and my Dad was stationed in Japan for 2 years in 1958. I remember my Dad saying to me that you will see very few Japanese of a certain age because they were all lost in the War and when I looked at the crowds I could see that he was right . I could not fathom that my new Japanese friends were evil , they were just like me and we played Baseball together !
    So from that angle this man’s story resonates with me !

    • @douglasfuerst9363
      @douglasfuerst9363 9 місяців тому +2

      Powerful interview. Greatest generation for sure

    • @Jprid
      @Jprid 7 місяців тому

      Your Japanese friends were not evil…their fathers were evil. Humans trained under specific ideologies have very little chance of being different. My father is evil. I am atheist. I abhor every thing he taught me, every time he beat me, all in the name of god.

  • @scott-qs6sp
    @scott-qs6sp 11 місяців тому +16

    this guy is so insightful and is recollection of his experiences is amazing,he's a hero along with all the veterans who fought in all these wars.

  • @Eddie-f6t
    @Eddie-f6t 8 місяців тому +7

    We are the Land of the Free because of the Brave , Thank you Sir for your service of this Great Country

  • @dkcorderoyximenez3382
    @dkcorderoyximenez3382 9 місяців тому +13

    My gratitude now reaches to Heaven, Mr. Cadenhead...I wonder how my young life may have been improved had I had just one ounce of your cumulative wisdom, your heart, and your soul...God bless you, Sir...

  • @craigl676
    @craigl676 9 місяців тому +19

    Amazing. Truly the best interview of a servicemen I've listened to. Thank you so very much. Conducted so professionally and respectfully. My words don't do justice. Brilliant.

  • @scott-qs6sp
    @scott-qs6sp 8 місяців тому +9

    Wow I never served but when I hear these soldiers experinces ,and I could listen to this guy forever,My everyday problems are nothing,thanks to this guy and all others like him who served in all conflicts A Big Thank you,this guy is so insightful and philosophical not only in his military experience but life in general.

  • @AllAroundAtlanta
    @AllAroundAtlanta 7 місяців тому +3

    Thank you. My ex father in law Herb Matthews was Navy Corpsman there. No wounds except mental with mares.

  • @copycatcarlton
    @copycatcarlton 7 місяців тому +4

    I enjoyed this man’s account of his time in the Marine Corps he was a true hero and I appreciate what he did for this country. My Dad was a ww2 veteran he fought in Europe was wounded and suffered from ptsd because of all of the bad things he saw and experienced. This country from the leadership to the least of us needs to hear the story that this man told. We all need to be more appreciative of the men and women who serve and have served in our armed forces. Thank you sir for your service!

  • @2045Kell-ri5tm
    @2045Kell-ri5tm 7 місяців тому +4

    I love that South Georgia accent!! Im from North Alabama my accent has more of the Appalachian influence. Hollywood doesn't know there are about 20 different Southern accents. Lol.
    What an amazing story, what an amazing man, what an amazing generation. This mans viddeo should be shown at schools. They need it. We have grown spoiled and weak and seperated by certain power groups. Kids today dont grow up free as Mr.Cdenhead did. My Grandfather raised me, he reminds me of Mr.Cadenhead. My Grandfather passed away in Jan. 1992. I miss him.
    Tomorrow is June 6, in 1944 we invaded Normandy, France. Remember that and remember our Vets.
    As a Christian Mr. Cadenhead served a mighty Lord. I serve that same Lord Jesus. I look forward to seeing my Grandpa in heaven and Mr. Cadenhead and most of all my Savior Jesus.

  • @bikenavbm1229
    @bikenavbm1229 9 місяців тому +11

    simple words from such depth of a Man Thank you so much Roy for your story. wish I had some better words to explain how important these kinds of words are.

  • @johnvold9921
    @johnvold9921 Рік тому +19

    Outstanding thoughtful presentation of combat experiences and of the time period! Semper Fi Marine thanks for sharing.

  • @MichaelBarnette-w4n
    @MichaelBarnette-w4n 5 місяців тому +2

    One of the most thoughtful, compassionate and intelligent accounts of WW2 I have ever heard. SEMPER FIDELIS and God Bless you sir.

  • @RobertOles-g4j
    @RobertOles-g4j 8 місяців тому +5

    Over the years I have watched many interviews. I have found them to be very therapeutic and they tend to put things in great perspective for me personally. Mr. Cadenhead's interview is exceptional, largely due to his intellect, eloquence and compassion for humanity. I draw strength through the telling of his experiences which assist me with dealing with my own struggles with regard to many years of military and law enforcement experience. I served as a US Marine in the Persian Gulf war of 1990-91 and Iraq 2004-05 and the NYPD (1996-2020). To those viewers who have drawn strength from this mans character In regard to their struggles with substance abuse, I have lost friends and family members to the struggles with addiction. I firmly believe that a very high percentage of human beings have untapped resources of strength and goodness from within. Try to find and unlock that strength and utilize it to the very best of your ability. Best regards to all and to the late Mr. Cadenhead, Semper Fidelis sir! Bob Oles 0311 Rifleman USMC , and US ARMY 11 Bravo Infantryman.

  • @Manticore2024
    @Manticore2024 9 місяців тому +7

    What are remarkable interview! This needs to be shown in schools throughout the country!

  • @johnmarlin4661
    @johnmarlin4661 9 місяців тому +6

    What a amazing lifes story from this MARINE ! SEMPER FI !! RIP SIR !!!

  • @bittnerbs
    @bittnerbs 8 місяців тому +4

    What a legendary and proud Marine. For those of us that earned the right to wear the Eagle Globe and Anchor, not a day goes by where we are not consumed by being a Marine. From that day until well after we are dead, we are Marines.

  • @samdaly9784
    @samdaly9784 8 місяців тому +6

    The strength of this individual and his testimony are a national treasure.

  • @dennismoore2209
    @dennismoore2209 9 місяців тому +17

    This man is so incredibly intelligent it's hard to believe that he was only a corporal

    • @jmurphy5059
      @jmurphy5059 9 місяців тому +3

      E-4 and E-5’s are the backbone of the Corps (Corporal E-3 at Roy’s time) . Great comment ! Roy’s demeanor and character are highly commendable with what we experience, listening to him . An amazing interview !!!!!
      To all those that didn’t come home, you are never forgotten ! You are honored “always” !
      Brother Roy “Welcome Home” ! I’ll see you on the other side ……
      Semper Fidelis
      Jack Murphy
      USMC 72-74

    • @roderickstockdale1678
      @roderickstockdale1678 5 місяців тому

      Perhaps because he enlisted later because of earlier. If he had enlisted earlier he most likely would’ve made sergeant

  • @georgethompson9396
    @georgethompson9396 9 місяців тому +76

    This is maybe the most moving account I have ever heard. I wasn’t a marine and I never killed a man but I lost a son to drugs and I’ll never get him back. God bless this man and God bless you all.

    • @pelonehedd7631
      @pelonehedd7631 9 місяців тому +11

      My sincerest regrets and deepest sympathies for Your loss.

    • @alangarrett1181
      @alangarrett1181 9 місяців тому +8

      Sorry for your loss.

    • @croatiancroissant28776
      @croatiancroissant28776 9 місяців тому +7

      I was an addict after my divorce, overdosing multiple times. I’m 13 years clean, but hearing about your loss reminds me of what I put my family through. I’m sorry, both to him and you. It’s a sad state when you feel that being numb is your only option.

    • @ChancetheCanine
      @ChancetheCanine 8 місяців тому +3

      I thought the same, amazing to have this man’s account of what he went through!

    • @Jcmeans
      @Jcmeans 8 місяців тому +2

      Its hard to get through its a everyday battle for me not knowing if something dyer happens i could die cause a drug addict handles stress differently.

  • @angelovigil518
    @angelovigil518 8 місяців тому +7

    Every American should watch this. ❤

  • @denny71730
    @denny71730 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you, sir. I understand that you have left us. But you are now in a place where you never have to think about combat and war again. Thank you for your service. Thank you for protecting us. For doing our dirty work. For Loving us so much that you were willing to do it. May God have special Love for you in Paradise.

  • @glennasue1976
    @glennasue1976 7 місяців тому +2

    What a great man and so grateful u hav3 brought us his story. God bless you and God bless his legacy and family that he has left behind.

  • @fredgandolfi2356
    @fredgandolfi2356 7 місяців тому +2

    The mature humanity this man embodies is spellbinding. Leaves one with much to think about. This interview was a gift. Thank you.

  • @rustytimm7205
    @rustytimm7205 Місяць тому

    What a wonderful interview. My dad was a marine raider. He went in 1939 retired 1962. He died in 1983. I love and miss him so much. He never told me much about what he did. I'm grateful for that. I learned after his death about his war record.
    Also, my dad told me he would of went back to Guam because it was a beautiful place.

  • @hubertmichael1595
    @hubertmichael1595 8 місяців тому +5

    My dad was Third Marins; Third Division, and was on Ewo.
    As a child, and later as a young man living at home I would on occasion be awakened by the screams of my daddy as he was dreaming of what he experienced on that island.

  • @mikefaust7633
    @mikefaust7633 9 місяців тому +7

    What a remarkable man. God bless him.

  • @dkcorderoyximenez3382
    @dkcorderoyximenez3382 9 місяців тому +10

    Behold... for there walks a man...🙏

  • @BoonOrBust
    @BoonOrBust 9 місяців тому +3

    Very thankful that he was interviewed
    Many Respects
    This is what truth and wisdom sounds like
    Better to be mentored and trained from those who know the difference.
    This should be introduced to those at mid-term
    If there was no field trip . 16:10

  • @vsetkoumiera7683
    @vsetkoumiera7683 15 днів тому

    I’ve watched hundreds of these men tell their stories and this fine man’s is in the top 3 of the absolute best, he is a model of what every man in America should be, what a great story and what a absolutely amazing man

  • @garyluck8502
    @garyluck8502 9 місяців тому +5

    Another great man and a lot of men that didn’t make it back home were great people also!!!

  • @frankobrien1371
    @frankobrien1371 6 місяців тому

    These vets are so grateful for our country and the opportunities hard work and goals can provide. I really wish more young people could listen to this amazing man. God bless you sir. Thank you for securing my ability to pursue my dreams, and my children’s dreams. ❤

  • @davehiggins5903
    @davehiggins5903 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow, what this man went through for our freedom. No words can thank you enough.

  • @Slevhammer7
    @Slevhammer7 2 місяці тому

    Excellent interview! Mr. Cadenhead was very articulate and thorough. I loved his Georgia accent. Thank you for this interview so we can hear his story and it will be preserved. He was a brave and smart marine. God bless him.

  • @Ja_s-per
    @Ja_s-per 9 місяців тому +8

    🇺🇲"God Bless Our Veterans and Active Warrior's!!!"🇺🇲

  • @Finnigan9
    @Finnigan9 5 місяців тому

    Listening to this is priceless! Thank you so much Mr. Cadenhead and to all others who had a part in bringing this video to me and the many others who have and will watch it. What a boost in my life this has been.

  • @davidkimmel5153
    @davidkimmel5153 7 місяців тому +1

    Wonderful Gentleman. The best video I have ever watched. Thanks so so much.

  • @jimumble6355
    @jimumble6355 9 місяців тому +7

    Amen sir.

  • @joebklyn8458
    @joebklyn8458 7 місяців тому +1

    Well worth watching! This guy's story has a fantastic...life.

  • @bigkings.8804
    @bigkings.8804 7 місяців тому

    "Sir, all you have to do is sign right here, and you can go home. You don't have to go to the hospital." The marine doctor told him. Incredible character. A hero all the way to the end. This was at 1:13:22

  • @Lt.852
    @Lt.852 7 місяців тому

    Wow. I’m so grateful for these experiences through the voices of these soldiers. I’m speechless. The bravery is unfathomable, especially these days. These are the bravest of the brave! Especially that generation.
    Look at our world now. They don’t make them like these brave men anymore. Those days are gone. Thank you for your service to our country.

  • @sweetpea2839
    @sweetpea2839 7 місяців тому +1

    I loved that he sang in the choir!

  • @stevenrafters7817
    @stevenrafters7817 8 місяців тому +3

    God bless this great man thank you

  • @Maxscout24
    @Maxscout24 6 місяців тому

    Unbelievable recollection of his experiences. What an incredible man.

  • @bryanfields5563
    @bryanfields5563 8 місяців тому +3

    What a beautiful story this man weaves.

  • @MF-le7fp
    @MF-le7fp 8 місяців тому +1

    If this man’s account, and the deep introspection he was able to bring into it doesn’t put a lump in your throat, then probably nothing will.

  • @irgski
    @irgski 8 місяців тому +1

    Semper fi Sir. Thank you for your unselfish service. RIP

  • @williampaulbeaugruendler7901
    @williampaulbeaugruendler7901 8 місяців тому +5

    "WAR IS A KILLING BUSINESS"

  • @mebeasensei
    @mebeasensei 7 місяців тому +1

    This is terrifying, beautiful, vulgar, poignant, touching, disgusting discouraging and encouraging …I don’t know what to say. After his generation came the boomers, which split and revolutionized, and then a new gentler generation that was followed by a gung-ho adrenaline fueled generation, until we get to where we are now, who are peacefully standing away. How do we judge, how do we teach, what can we say? No idea. But this is a valuable upload. One of the best I have ever heard, and I have heard a few. I just wonder what this man must have made of Vietnam and protests and Afghanistan and Iraq etc. what he thinks of these guys that dream of a life as a Navy Seal etc.

  • @john-nx4xn
    @john-nx4xn 6 місяців тому

    I bet he had a wonderful singing voice.
    I could listen to him for hours.
    Reminds me of a stately ole southern gentleman 😢

  • @DavidPowell-qt4yq
    @DavidPowell-qt4yq 9 місяців тому +8

    A great man

  • @andreaspease9935
    @andreaspease9935 5 місяців тому

    I really appreciate this man's honesty.
    He has made a decision and didn't look back.
    No doubt it saved his life.
    This is the real John Wayne

  • @AbirTarafdar
    @AbirTarafdar 5 місяців тому

    What a voice what a message. RIP Sir.

  • @ThomasCranmer1959
    @ThomasCranmer1959 9 місяців тому +1

    Ty for your service!!!

  • @edwardtully9746
    @edwardtully9746 8 місяців тому +4

    As a field radio operator attachedt to alpha company 1/5. My unit contributed to the taking the Citadel in Hue City.
    To be Marine is an honor.
    I was asked once: " why the Marine Corps?" My answer? . " Cause I will have the very best chance of survival."
    The Marine Corps trains the roughest, meanest, nastiest bunch of brothers; who fought for the Marine on the left and the right; knowing full well tail end Charlie would cover my butt.
    Godbless the Marine Corps !

  • @billysheppard6091
    @billysheppard6091 9 місяців тому +2

    Another brave Marine..the greatest generation that saved the world from the - axis of evil- semper fi...

  • @stevepope5484
    @stevepope5484 Рік тому +10

    Powder Springs/now Yorkville
    Its 2 am/My wifes mad i on my phone!
    Very Good!

    • @sc666666
      @sc666666 8 місяців тому +1

      Few understand

  • @leemiddlemiss1990
    @leemiddlemiss1990 7 місяців тому +1

    Nothing but respect for these men. Did we ever find out what the markings/writings were on the pot?.

  • @tykellerman6384
    @tykellerman6384 8 місяців тому +1

    Hardship builds strong people we need to heed this man’s example so his sacrifice was not in vain🤠👍

  • @tombob671
    @tombob671 7 місяців тому +2

    1966 nothing had changed. Water discipline, limited rations. Short sleep

  • @josephmajewski9241
    @josephmajewski9241 Рік тому +8

    Awesome thanks and story

  • @UnidentifiedMadMan
    @UnidentifiedMadMan 7 місяців тому +1

    Amazing. Great men.

  • @thomasallan8113
    @thomasallan8113 7 місяців тому

    just saw this from my front years with a clear sky magnificient

  • @retiredwelder
    @retiredwelder 3 місяці тому

    What an amazing man. If all men were like him the world would be a better place

  • @helloworldRR
    @helloworldRR 8 місяців тому

    RIP ... THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE...
    I WILL REMEMBER....

  • @swaggstang1
    @swaggstang1 8 місяців тому +1

    Semper Fi Brother

  • @michaelbimonte9112
    @michaelbimonte9112 4 місяці тому

    A VERY SPECIAL PERSON. REST IN PEACE.

  • @BoonOrBust
    @BoonOrBust 9 місяців тому +3

    What a beautiful Man 1:28:56

  • @kzoo4053
    @kzoo4053 4 місяці тому

    They are called the greatest generation for not one but many reasons.

  • @Koogz406
    @Koogz406 6 місяців тому

    God bless you and all veterans

  • @dougruss8810
    @dougruss8810 3 місяці тому +1

    A Patriot, who is honored.

  • @kevinconville3199
    @kevinconville3199 5 місяців тому

    What a man!

  • @dankelly2147
    @dankelly2147 26 днів тому

    Semper fi, Brother.

  • @kurtak9452
    @kurtak9452 7 місяців тому

    Incredible motavator.

  • @matthewemery4205
    @matthewemery4205 5 місяців тому

    f in love this guy, same age as my father britisn navy africa thx america matt from canada

  • @charlesherrmann1018
    @charlesherrmann1018 9 місяців тому +3

    Sadly the America today has lost a lot of the freedom that Generation paid such a high price to preserve.

  • @kentuckybeararms
    @kentuckybeararms 7 місяців тому

    The most disrespectful question you can ask a veteran is Did you kill? Or how many people did you kill?? Do not mention killing at all to them because that is disrespectful. If I heard someone ask these questions I would speak up and tell them how disrespectful it is.

  • @DelanoBettencourt
    @DelanoBettencourt 7 місяців тому +1

  • @themessycrafter5679
    @themessycrafter5679 7 місяців тому

    My family is from Guam. They don’t speak Portuguese they speak Guamanian and they are Chamorro people.

  • @michaelbimonte9112
    @michaelbimonte9112 4 місяці тому

    THIS MARINE IS IN HEAVEN … GOD’s “RIGHT HAND MAN”

  • @curtisvonepp4335
    @curtisvonepp4335 3 місяці тому

    SWMPER FI

  • @FrancisSullivan-j7t
    @FrancisSullivan-j7t 8 місяців тому +5

    This is what makes the U.S.M.C outstanding!!!!

    • @codeman9145
      @codeman9145 3 місяці тому

      @@FrancisSullivan-j7t 🫡