2 minutes in and I’m cryin. He is America. His daddy was America. This country must not fail. This man willing to sacrifice himself to make sure it doesn’t fail is the quintessential American story. God Bless this man and all his offspring. I hope the realize what a treasure they come from
id say beats the hell out of 99.9% because he lived it. They don't teach history now a days, they teach bias political ideologies. I am not exaggerating in the slightest, graduated in 2015
I've been thinkin to myself lately, I wonder who that last WW2 veteran will be. Unfortunately we're getting closer to the day, and I hope we can continue to hear from the remainder of the greatest Americans to ever live.
@@John-vw7wfwhen things get snaky, we will too... Sounds weird but those of us whom and family have died for our country will be there.. those that live here and hate it will too, they just don't realize it.. and they will do their job hopefully... From the data ( questioning) I've done, they will or their point will be mute
This guy was from the 501st PIR. A friend of my dad who was also 501 in Regimental Headquarters. God bless these warriors from the 101st Airborne. I think about them at this time of year when we approach Christmas. I recall in the 1970s when then President Jimmy Carter asked that everyone set their thermostats no higher than 68 degrees. (Ah the oil scare of those days) That didn't cut it in Wisconsin. Mom and dad were going back and forth with the thermostat. My dad said to mom, "Dammit, I froze my ass off in Bastonge, I be damned if I will do it in my own house. I don't care what the president says!" The argument ended. Lol!
My dad was in the 3rd Army always said of every winter here, it's nowhere as cold here as it was in The Battle of The Bulge. He died in '90. He was an engineer.
As an Italian who has lived abroad I am insanely proud of this man. Our country still has very much issues with appreciating its people and their talents, their courage, their intelligence. So what do we do? We go abroad. There we’re seen for what we truly are and we are able to give back to these countries and people that helped us in the first place. Vince Speranza is the embodiment of the Italian spirit abroad, having lived through one of the toughest battles in WW2 he just quietly went back to his life. Quietly becoming a legend
For what it’s worth… western culture, with America in the lead has a major issue with respecting its history, WWII or otherwise. One of the problems (at least in America) is that it’s not being taught in schools. And, when it is, it’s being horribly misrepresented, if not blatantly lied about. There are kids in America today who think that when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, it was because we dropped a nuke on them. Western culture is beyond broken, right now. And, the terrifying thought is that it’s going to get exponentially worse before it gets better. That said, it’s great to see a Western European respect our soldiers. Thank you for that.
@@phillamoore157 I recently did a lot of study of WWI, it brought me to study the history of Communism, the history of world politics, the Spanish Civil war, etc. The's a reason why the US does they things it does - but I think the history has been forgotten. We need to study it more and teach our children. There was a time when the US didn't want to get involved in foreign stuff, but we found if we left the world to it's devices, it would come back and effect us.
@@ppumpkin3282 VERY well said…. 👍 Btw, I never really got into studying…REALLY studying history until I was in my late 20’s, early 30’s. And, it was primarily WWII era, and general military history. But, I respected that it was being taught, and represented fairly well in schools for my generation. And, I was brought up by parents who respected our country, and my studies. I didn’t have much interest in it, as a lot of guys like me weren’t (I was into sports and music). But, I never went around disrespecting my country. As much of a musician, and a jock, as I was I was still patriotic. Watching what’s happening today is beyond horrifying.
Hey mine did too! 45th Infantry Division. He rarely spoke about it either. My brother and I joined the Army not long after he died. I wish he was still around to swap stories with.
My grandfather drove a tank in the Battle of the bulge. I always wanted to hear stories about his time there but it was too hard for him to talk about it so I understand. He said very little. I think one of the main reasons why he didn't talk about it was because from what we gathered they had to go into a couple small villages somewhere and he could never really actually say it but I'm assuming there were some civilian casualties that they had to endure and he passed away two months ago at the age of 95. Whatever it was they had to do was something to hold him the rest of his life just like every one of those brave men I'm sure
“This country MUST NOT FAIL !” Is what his father told him and his brothers. What are we showing and telling our kids today ? He also said “There has never been a country like this one in the history of the world.” JFK said “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country !” Men and women of that era, like Mr. Speranza did this very thing. I am proud of my unit of back In the day, HHC 2nd Inf Bde (Strike) 101st Abn Div (Air Assault) Ft. Campbell Ky. Duty 🇺🇸 Honor 🇺🇸 Country 🇺🇸
My grandfather got his bronze star for being in three major campaigns, many years later. I became a medic. I went into the Rangers, so I was a Airport retired 23 years later. I thank you so much. For your stories, they need to be told like my grandfather told me. America needs to be the world leader. We may be young country They call us an experiment. But what the hell were the best one yet. Much respect Chris.
Country already failed, the Constitution and people who broke their oaths and wear a uniform today unfortunately... My Granddaddy is rolling over in his grave and millions of others. Too many of us already know and have years.
Thank you all for your service, Britain stood alone for the start of the war and everyone fought hard to stop Hitler. With people like yourself coming over, we were able to not just free Britain but free the world. None of you men and women will ever be forgotten, you helped stop Hitler in his tracks with great loss. As an Iraq veteran from Wales (UK) we salute you all.
Miss all these guys. My grandad the most. He told the best damn stories to me growing up. All the spoils, pictures, letters he sent home. Man people don't know how great they were if they didn't have one in the family.
I will post this widely as I get the opportunity. There are no words adequate to state what we owe Mr Sperenza and all those who gave all. Those who are still alive, including my 101 year old WWII vet father, must not see freedom fail.
My Uncle was 82nd Airborne in D-Day through to The Bulge...and came home. How any of these men made it home is nothing short of a miracle. I had 3 other uncles in WWII, also in heavy combat...one of them was KIA in North Africa. That 3 out of 4 made it home, all in front line combat, is truly a miracle.
My maternal grandfather was too. Paratrooper and radio operator in the 82nd, from D-Day, to the Bulge (won himself a Purple Heart after getting wounded during the battle), to the liberation of KZ Wöbbelin.
A fella that lived in my apt. bldg on the 3rd floor around 10yrs ago was in his 80s,and was in the Battle of the Bulge. I didn't get a chance to talk to him much but he still had a lot of fire!🫡
Growing up when I did knew several WW2 vets or family that was in it one I knew serve from Africa to southern French with Audie Murphy one in the Philippines one was a pow in Germany a great uncle was a combat photo in the navy one great uncle who was a scout in the Pacific him and another man was on a scout when the other man was hit my uncle dragged him a long way before he knew the guy was dead with the Japs closing in on him he jump off a cliff he survived but didn't have a stomach afterwards
RIP Mr. Speranza you have more than earned it . Thank you is not enough for your service. We can never repay you for your sacrifice. God speed and God bless you sir . 🇺🇸🇺🇸
What a wonderful and mesmerising Soldier!!!! A great worrier and a master story teller. I think every child must listen to this candid story. May he Rest in Peace. Worriers never die, but fade away…
WOW! I could literally listen to his stories for days! One of the United States National treasures on that stage! God Bless you sir! And THANK you is NEVER enough.
This mans story needs to be shown in every high school history class. This is the fourth version of his story ive seen, all from him and every time i hear new bits of it. Its the first time ive heard about the eagles nest part. Great stuff from a great man R.i.p. Vince.
From an article in the Army Times, Vincent Speranza, the American paratrooper who became known as the soldier who doled out beer to his wounded comrades during the Battle of the Bulge, died Wednesday August 2, 2023 at the age of 98, the 18th Airborne Corps announced...I have been a bit choked up and laughing from the time he spoke his first words...I just finished Band of Brothers for the third time...
Amazing men from a time where men where men and no body questioned that. Thank God for these troops and there steadfast duty to America. Todays generation could learn a lessons from real men who fought for our country and the freedom of other countries as well. Prayers and Blessings to all who gave and to those who gave all. The bravery and honor of these men is legendary. And beyond words that can be formulated by anyone who stands today, God Bless our troops
There really are no words to describe what that generation of men women did for every generation going forward. A minute of silence on remembrance day really does not do justice to the people who died in conflict before us. Thank you and all your comrades Mr. Vincent Speranza!
The 2 words that are better than a chest full of medals is thank you or welcome back. The one thing that anyone can take away from this is that anyone who you encounter has something to contribute, whether in combat or civilian life, regardless of the level of education or background. Respect for one another and for those who are in charge. 🇺🇸
Very much like my Dad who was also a WWII Veteran. This man is EVERY BIT of American history! God Bless you Sir and Thank you for your service to our great Country and Thank you for speaking. You ARE Men of Men! Being raised Italian this also hits home for me.
This man, this hero, his story is one that should never fade away. I pray that we never forget what men (and women) of his generation did for this beautiful land of ours
“This Country must not fail”. It’s a beautiful, short, & concise statement. And it’s as true today as it was back then. Only the enemy may be slightly different, and a battle is being fought inside our Country.
Inside the country we fight our battles at the ballot box. It's the American way, and it's what Vince and so many others sacrificed so heavily to preserve.
Wow. This was amazing. Miss this generation, both my grandfathers, one army one marines WW2 Vets. My hero's growing up. Should be required listening in schools today.
What a privilege to see Mr. Speranza share his story, Living History. So glad you all make these Veteran videos. Thank you Mr. Speranza for your Service. 💜
I sit here and try to figure what I want to put into words and I can't! I can listen to stories like this all day and they would all have my undivided attention! And the final part as to what the plans were for the world if the Germans would have succeeded..... Thank you to every warrior who passed shortly after arriving on the offensive and to the ones that survived and graced us with the freedoms that we have today, I am forever grateful!!! God Bless America
I love His story. My Paternal Grandparents immigrated from different parts of Italy and met North of San Francisco after the Earthquake. My Grandfather was a decorated Italian Soldier who had fought at Adwa in 1896 and escaped capture there. He and My Grandmother raised a family of seven girls and five boys. Three of the Boys served in WW2 one of them was a very young combat engineer in the 289th Regiment of the 75th Infantry Division when He first saw action at Grandmenil Belgium on Christmas Eve 1944. After VE day He purchased brass plaque’s and ash trays made out of melted down artillery shells . One of them commemorates the fight for Bastogne showing a German asking for the surrender of the American’s. They stand like giants among building’s that represent Bastogne with supply parachutes falling and the answer Nuts .
I'm Dutch, and I can confirm. Europeans have traced most of the individual steps of most soldiers in WW2. Names, places, stories. To illustrate: Until this day: a veteran walks on the Nijmegen bridge daily, so that the ones KIA aren't forgotten, it's called the Sunset March. Dutch women still put fresh flowers weekly on Canadian and USA soldiers graves in The Netherlands of those who died at Market Garden.
I'm not a US serviceman, but I can tell you that all of us here, especially our soldiers deeply appreciate that. Most of us are unaware that sort of thing happens, but every time an American learns about it I can almost guarantee it moves them.
This man is a true treasure and I’m privileged to be watching a UA-cam video of him giving his testimony about his experience in war. And he’s a right comedic genius “they basically see what you’re good at, oh you scored 97% for mechanical engineer? You like tanks? Then they slap a big infantry stamp on you.” 😂😂😂
From a Froggy but for all Froggies. THANK YOU TO GIVE US BACK OUR FREEDOM. ❤ We never shall pay our debt. Whatever you are, I hope you are happy, you are a hero. RESPECT FROM FRANCE 🇲🇫
That every service man & woman would know what's at risk today, he tells how to keep it from happening and why, to be preserved forever. The you brother.
The way this man speaks and tells his stories reminds me of my grandfather and while he passed when i was fairly young and i wish i coukd ask about his ww2 service in the pacific i know that hes a hero just like this man is thank you to each and every man woman and child that helped win that war.
I'm always proud of being a Paratrooper and to have served in the 101st Pathfinders, and e every time I listen to this old Paratrooper my pride goes up 1,000%!
I love this man ❤❤ I’ve heard his story a couple times and can hear him talk forever he’s hilarious but so admirable especially at his age! Greatest generation indeed !
My grampa was part of the 894th tank destroyer battalion, buried in Florence Italy on july 19, 1944. He was 28. It's fascinating listening to this bad ass of a hero!!!
love listening to Vince and other veterans,they say " the heroes are the ones that didn't make it home " and yes that's true. But for me and most other people,these guys are heroes,they answered the call,they as kids did things and saw things no kid should ever do or see and they went home and got on with life.
I'm 52 Vincent if I can be like you when I'm 94 just show me where to sign you are truly inspiring energetic I love your speeches god bless from Scotland
I’ve seen a couple of podcasts with Vincent in and I absolutely adore this man . A real genuine war hero with a heart of gold . I hope he is still fit and well , god bless you Vince . Respect from the UK
Salute to you Mr. Vince. And may you RIP. Your story and like every soldiers that fought during those wars we will never forget. Thank you for your service to our country.
My grandson recieved an airborne beer from this man. He met him in Normandy , and Bastogne , Ste Iglese Marie. And the Amway Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids Mi. As a member of the 101st color guard,he l got to know this man on a personal basis. GOD bless you Reil michael Jonathon. Staff Sgt.
It blew me away! At one point he sat down and his walking stick was visible and I recognized the hames cap on the end. The hames are from horse harness and in the 60's I (still have them) used two for rasp handles when I was horse shoeing..
My dad was in WW2, and the truth and stories were endless and priceless. All were heroes, and all were loved and all respected forever : AMEN 🙏 ❤️ 🇺🇸 🇮🇱
God bless him thank you you for your service sir my mothers only two brothers were there my uncles and they made it back but never talked about it and never asked anything back from their country god bless America
I miss Vinnie. He was a wonderful man and a great story teller. Read his book "NUTS". You will hear every story in that awesome voice and you won't be able to put it down.
My father was there as well as a member of the OSS tasked with prisoner interrogation. When Vince talked about the maps they found at Bertesgarden, it reminded me of when my Dad was translating documents at the Reichstag they found the plans for the Concentration Camps in North America.
how long do I have 15 minutes... Every Single soldier is there listening attentively. 30 min turns into an hour... I was lucky enough to serve with the 82nd Airborne. We were lucky enough to have paratroopers from WW2 come and visit us each All-American Week. Serving from 2007-2012, our conversations with those soldiers were like this... We all took it as an honor to be in their presence. Our Leadership took it as an honor as well. We let these men talk as long as they wanted to. The most memorable story I heard was from a gentleman that jumped into a market garden but got separated from his American stick and connected himself with a British armor unit after landing on the ground and becoming misplaced from his stick. The armor was on top of this hill. about a half mile to a mile away... He heard off in the distance the fighting going off... The British were sitting there hearing the firing war that was folding up ahead... The British wasn't moving because they were waiting for orders from the command to push into the fight... It's memorable because I was able to look this man in the eye and see the raw emotion. the story went on... but that part of the story is forever burned into my brain... He said he was ready to run the mile ahead by himself but he didn't. (Might not of been Market Garden... could of been St. Mere Eglise or something... but I can't remember the exact operation)
That guy is the best. Being a Brooklyn italian myself he exemplifies what real Italian immigrants are….not the mafia….this guy and his type of human… thanks Vinnie.
I got the very last thing he ever autographed and auctioned it off for a vet charity here . Guy I know was taking him to the VA . I got to talk to him on the phone , what a card .
We lost a great American Vince Speranza August 2 2023 thank you for your service SIR God Bless America and all those who defend her 🇺🇲
Amen to that. Lost my father February 21, 2023. Korean war vet! And Vince was a big loss as well
God Bless our veterans!
RIP Mr. Speranza.
RIP sir. thank you.
I didn't realize Vince had passed...that's a loss for america
God bless,RIP
2 minutes in and I’m cryin. He is America. His daddy was America. This country must not fail. This man willing to sacrifice himself to make sure it doesn’t fail is the quintessential American story. God Bless this man and all his offspring. I hope the realize what a treasure they come from
This guy beats the hell out of most history teachers.
He is a history teacher btw
@John M2 less go!!
He is history.
id say beats the hell out of 99.9% because he lived it. They don't teach history now a days, they teach bias political ideologies. I am not exaggerating in the slightest, graduated in 2015
Well yea… he was there.
Vincent Speranza died on August 2, 2023.
RIP to an American hero and to a symbol of the very best that we can be.
I've been thinkin to myself lately, I wonder who that last WW2 veteran will be. Unfortunately we're getting closer to the day, and I hope we can continue to hear from the remainder of the greatest Americans to ever live.
😢
@@John-vw7wfwhen things get snaky, we will too... Sounds weird but those of us whom and family have died for our country will be there.. those that live here and hate it will too, they just don't realize it.. and they will do their job hopefully... From the data ( questioning) I've done, they will or their point will be mute
I don't find it a coincidence this man has lived this long and is still able to get around and inspire us .
I think you’re exactly right
I feel the same. I'm not religious, and I'm not superstitious, but this man has earned his long life. He's a great example of a selfless individual.
Not at all, it's the military industrial complex.
@@HartJon282what is?
It's all a scam
I could listen to Mr. Speranza every day. Master story teller
Apart from laughter in the right places you can hear a pin drop in that room ... Legend.
25yr old Brit from London. Bumped into this by accident and stayed till the end. Forever grateful.
It was a honor to hear this great man tell his story..👍
This guy was from the 501st PIR. A friend of my dad who was also 501 in Regimental Headquarters. God bless these warriors from the 101st Airborne. I think about them at this time of year when we approach Christmas.
I recall in the 1970s when then President Jimmy Carter asked that everyone set their thermostats no higher than 68 degrees. (Ah the oil scare of those days) That didn't cut it in Wisconsin. Mom and dad were going back and forth with the thermostat. My dad said to mom, "Dammit, I froze my ass off in Bastonge, I be damned if I will do it in my own house. I don't care what the president says!" The argument ended. Lol!
What a great story!!!!!
My uncle John was 501st also.
Thanks for sharing!
My dad was in the 3rd Army always said of every winter here, it's nowhere as cold here as it was in The Battle of The Bulge. He died in '90. He was an engineer.
@@darrellepickering8433 I always think of those guys this time of year. I read in the 501 newsletter that Vic passed away. Was not too long ago.
What an amazing story told by an even more amazing man; RIP Vincent Speranza, the world is a better place because of people like you.
That soldier was a spot on historian and one of the best WWII speakers on You Tube.
As an Italian who has lived abroad I am insanely proud of this man. Our country still has very much issues with appreciating its people and their talents, their courage, their intelligence. So what do we do? We go abroad. There we’re seen for what we truly are and we are able to give back to these countries and people that helped us in the first place. Vince Speranza is the embodiment of the Italian spirit abroad, having lived through one of the toughest battles in WW2 he just quietly went back to his life. Quietly becoming a legend
But you are italian..., Or american????
@@fascistalien Italian, clearly.
For what it’s worth… western culture, with America in the lead has a major issue with respecting its history, WWII or otherwise. One of the problems (at least in America) is that it’s not being taught in schools. And, when it is, it’s being horribly misrepresented, if not blatantly lied about. There are kids in America today who think that when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, it was because we dropped a nuke on them. Western culture is beyond broken, right now. And, the terrifying thought is that it’s going to get exponentially worse before it gets better. That said, it’s great to see a Western European respect our soldiers. Thank you for that.
@@phillamoore157 I recently did a lot of study of WWI, it brought me to study the history of Communism, the history of world politics, the Spanish Civil war, etc. The's a reason why the US does they things it does - but I think the history has been forgotten. We need to study it more and teach our children. There was a time when the US didn't want to get involved in foreign stuff, but we found if we left the world to it's devices, it would come back and effect us.
@@ppumpkin3282 VERY well said…. 👍 Btw, I never really got into studying…REALLY studying history until I was in my late 20’s, early 30’s. And, it was primarily WWII era, and general military history. But, I respected that it was being taught, and represented fairly well in schools for my generation. And, I was brought up by parents who respected our country, and my studies. I didn’t have much interest in it, as a lot of guys like me weren’t (I was into sports and music). But, I never went around disrespecting my country. As much of a musician, and a jock, as I was I was still patriotic. Watching what’s happening today is beyond horrifying.
My grandfather served in Italy near the end of the war and wouldn't speak a word of it. Nice to hear some stories. May we never forget.
Hey mine did too! 45th Infantry Division. He rarely spoke about it either. My brother and I joined the Army not long after he died. I wish he was still around to swap stories with.
Mine did as well also Africa and everywhere else through the war with 1st rangers battalion
My grandfather drove a tank in the Battle of the bulge. I always wanted to hear stories about his time there but it was too hard for him to talk about it so I understand. He said very little. I think one of the main reasons why he didn't talk about it was because from what we gathered they had to go into a couple small villages somewhere and he could never really actually say it but I'm assuming there were some civilian casualties that they had to endure and he passed away two months ago at the age of 95. Whatever it was they had to do was something to hold him the rest of his life just like every one of those brave men I'm sure
He didn’t start speaking about it until he was 85 says so in a different interview ..
My grandfather was a ball turrent gunner on a B-24 he would never speak of it either. It's nice to hear their stories.
“This country MUST NOT FAIL !” Is what his father told him and his brothers. What are we showing and telling our kids today ? He also said “There has never been a country like this one in the history of the world.”
JFK said “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country !”
Men and women of that era, like Mr. Speranza did this very thing.
I am proud of my unit of back In the day, HHC 2nd Inf Bde (Strike)
101st Abn Div (Air Assault)
Ft. Campbell Ky.
Duty 🇺🇸 Honor 🇺🇸 Country 🇺🇸
The us empire is falling, and us citizens cant do anything, now is the turn of china..., Im sorry
Thank you for your Service Sir! God bless.
My grandfather got his bronze star for being in three major campaigns, many years later. I became a medic. I went into the Rangers, so I was a Airport retired 23 years later. I thank you so much. For your stories, they need to be told like my grandfather told me. America needs to be the world leader. We may be young country They call us an experiment. But what the hell were the best one yet. Much respect Chris.
Country already failed, the Constitution and people who broke their oaths and wear a uniform today unfortunately... My Granddaddy is rolling over in his grave and millions of others. Too many of us already know and have years.
Thank you for your service. It is a disgrace what has happened the past three years to our great country. FJB
Thank you all for your service, Britain stood alone for the start of the war and everyone fought hard to stop Hitler. With people like yourself coming over, we were able to not just free Britain but free the world. None of you men and women will ever be forgotten, you helped stop Hitler in his tracks with great loss. As an Iraq veteran from Wales (UK) we salute you all.
This guy needs a movie about his life
He sure does. Have you read his book yet??? Well worth a read. He is a wonderful man.
I wrote a 40 page script about him!
I called it “the nectar of the eagle”
@@jscho8674 i did not know he had a book. Will get onto it, thanks!
I suspect his legendary Bastogne beer run would have been feature in Band of Brothers if it had been confirmed earlier than it was.
Miss all these guys. My grandad the most. He told the best damn stories to me growing up. All the spoils, pictures, letters he sent home. Man people don't know how great they were if they didn't have one in the family.
Inspirational in so many ways. The world is a better place because of men like him. Ty for your service and for your story...
I will post this widely as I get the opportunity. There are no words adequate to state what we owe Mr Sperenza and all those who gave all. Those who are still alive, including my 101 year old WWII vet father, must not see freedom fail.
Wow your dad is 101?? That is amazing!! Praying he has many more years! Hugs
My Uncle was 82nd Airborne in D-Day through to The Bulge...and came home. How any of these men made it home is nothing short of a miracle. I had 3 other uncles in WWII, also in heavy combat...one of them was KIA in North Africa. That 3 out of 4 made it home, all in front line combat, is truly a miracle.
That is amazing 3 made it! God bless them all who made it home and who gave the ultimate sacrifice!
3 out 4 of my uncles served in WW II.one in Europe 2 in the Pacific. The fourth was in a job that was considered essential.
My maternal grandfather was too. Paratrooper and radio operator in the 82nd, from D-Day, to the Bulge (won himself a Purple Heart after getting wounded during the battle), to the liberation of KZ Wöbbelin.
A fella that lived in my apt. bldg on the 3rd floor around 10yrs ago was in his 80s,and was in the Battle of the Bulge. I didn't get a chance to talk to him much but he still had a lot of fire!🫡
Growing up when I did knew several WW2 vets or family that was in it one I knew serve from Africa to southern French with Audie Murphy one in the Philippines one was a pow in Germany a great uncle was a combat photo in the navy one great uncle who was a scout in the Pacific him and another man was on a scout when the other man was hit my uncle dragged him a long way before he knew the guy was dead with the Japs closing in on him he jump off a cliff he survived but didn't have a stomach afterwards
RIP Mr. Speranza you have more than earned it . Thank you is not enough for your service. We can never repay you for your sacrifice. God speed and God bless you sir . 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Vince you are a true American hero, thank you for your service!
What a wonderful and mesmerising Soldier!!!! A great worrier and a master story teller. I think every child must listen to this candid story. May he Rest in Peace. Worriers never die, but fade away…
WOW! I could literally listen to his stories for days! One of the United States National treasures on that stage! God Bless you sir! And THANK you is NEVER enough.
How can you not like this guy.
😢 this should be taught in every history class in America. Our youths should know this.
This mans story needs to be shown in every high school history class. This is the fourth version of his story ive seen, all from him and every time i hear new bits of it. Its the first time ive heard about the eagles nest part. Great stuff from a great man R.i.p. Vince.
Jeez o Pete's. Man this story had me laughing and crying. I've watched a few of this gentleman's videos . What a special man.
Where r his videos posted
From an article in the Army Times, Vincent Speranza, the American paratrooper who became known as the soldier who doled out beer to his wounded comrades during the Battle of the Bulge, died Wednesday August 2, 2023 at the age of 98, the 18th Airborne Corps announced...I have been a bit choked up and laughing from the time he spoke his first words...I just finished Band of Brothers for the third time...
What a great guy! We all owe a huge debt of gratitude to every single one of our WWII hero's/veterans.
Amazing men from a time where men where men and no body questioned that. Thank God for these troops and there steadfast duty to America. Todays generation could learn a lessons from real men who fought for our country and the freedom of other countries as well. Prayers and Blessings to all who gave and to those who gave all. The bravery and honor of these men is legendary. And beyond words that can be formulated by anyone who stands today, God Bless our troops
There really are no words to describe what that generation of men women did for every generation going forward. A minute of silence on remembrance day really does not do justice to the people who died in conflict before us. Thank you and all your comrades Mr. Vincent Speranza!
The 2 words that are better than a chest full of medals is thank you or welcome back. The one thing that anyone can take away from this is that anyone who you encounter has something to contribute, whether in combat or civilian life, regardless of the level of education or background. Respect for one another and for those who are in charge. 🇺🇸
With every ounce of respect to this solder. May god forever keep and bless this man and May we never forget what these men did for our freedom.
Absolutely amazing and filled with humor and concern. To the 101st, always the best.
This man came into my elementary school when I was in the 4th grade and I still remember his story at 25. What an unbelievable person and inspiration.
Very much like my Dad who was also a WWII Veteran. This man is EVERY BIT of American history! God Bless you Sir and Thank you for your service to our great Country and Thank you for speaking. You ARE Men of Men! Being raised Italian this also hits home for me.
Love this old cat! Italian hand gestures keeping him fit.
This man, this hero, his story is one that should never fade away. I pray that we never forget what men (and women) of his generation did for this beautiful land of ours
... God Bless him ... they don't make them like that any more ...
I would pay thousands to meet this man in person. God Bless you!
I can listen to Mr. Speranza talk all day!
“This Country must not fail”. It’s a beautiful, short, & concise statement. And it’s as true today as it was back then. Only the enemy may be slightly different, and a battle is being fought inside our Country.
Inside the country we fight our battles at the ballot box. It's the American way, and it's what Vince and so many others sacrificed so heavily to preserve.
Wow. This was amazing. Miss this generation, both my grandfathers, one army one marines WW2 Vets. My hero's growing up. Should be required listening in schools today.
What a privilege to see Mr. Speranza share his story, Living History. So glad you all make these Veteran videos. Thank you Mr. Speranza for your Service. 💜
I sit here and try to figure what I want to put into words and I can't! I can listen to stories like this all day and they would all have my undivided attention! And the final part as to what the plans were for the world if the Germans would have succeeded..... Thank you to every warrior who passed shortly after arriving on the offensive and to the ones that survived and graced us with the freedoms that we have today, I am forever grateful!!! God Bless America
He was a remarkable human and had such a lovely personality for everything he's been through.
Rest in peace. Your story lives on.
Amazing storytelling, amazing guy . Hope he lives on for many years. A living piece of history.
We need more Vince's!
I love His story. My Paternal Grandparents immigrated from different parts of Italy and met North of San Francisco after the Earthquake. My Grandfather was a decorated Italian Soldier who had fought at Adwa in 1896 and escaped capture there. He and My Grandmother raised a family of seven girls and five boys. Three of the Boys served in WW2 one of them was a very young combat engineer in the 289th Regiment of the 75th Infantry Division when He first saw action at Grandmenil Belgium on Christmas Eve 1944. After VE day He purchased brass plaque’s and ash trays made out of melted down artillery shells . One of them commemorates the fight for Bastogne showing a German asking for the surrender of the American’s. They stand like giants among building’s that represent Bastogne with supply parachutes falling and the answer Nuts .
I'm Dutch, and I can confirm. Europeans have traced most of the individual steps of most soldiers in WW2. Names, places, stories. To illustrate: Until this day: a veteran walks on the Nijmegen bridge daily, so that the ones KIA aren't forgotten, it's called the Sunset March. Dutch women still put fresh flowers weekly on Canadian and USA soldiers graves in The Netherlands of those who died at Market Garden.
I'm not a US serviceman, but I can tell you that all of us here, especially our soldiers deeply appreciate that. Most of us are unaware that sort of thing happens, but every time an American learns about it I can almost guarantee it moves them.
Thank you
This man is a true treasure and I’m privileged to be watching a UA-cam video of him giving his testimony about his experience in war. And he’s a right comedic genius “they basically see what you’re good at, oh you scored 97% for mechanical engineer? You like tanks? Then they slap a big infantry stamp on you.” 😂😂😂
Would love to have the privilege to meet this man in person. My Grandfather served in F company with the 501st in WW2.
I can’t love this mans message more
What a story it is! Thank you!
From a Froggy but for all Froggies.
THANK YOU TO GIVE US BACK OUR FREEDOM. ❤
We never shall pay our debt. Whatever you are, I hope you are happy, you are a hero.
RESPECT FROM FRANCE 🇲🇫
He live a purposeful, fulfilling life. A experience that no $ can buy. Thank you sir.
Watching an old Italian talk with his hands while holding a cane - priceless! God Bless him.
Very healthy old man. May he continue to live well.
I'm so thankful that I got to hear that story from that man, the hero in person, something that I will never forget
That every service man & woman would know what's at risk today, he tells how to keep it from happening and why, to be preserved forever. The you brother.
Thank God for true patriots, both alive, and past for the freedom that we all enjoy!!!!!
The way this man speaks and tells his stories reminds me of my grandfather and while he passed when i was fairly young and i wish i coukd ask about his ww2 service in the pacific i know that hes a hero just like this man is thank you to each and every man woman and child that helped win that war.
I'm always proud of being a Paratrooper and to have served in the 101st Pathfinders, and e every time I listen to this old Paratrooper my pride goes up 1,000%!
What was being a pathfinder like?
I love this man ❤❤ I’ve heard his story a couple times and can hear him talk forever he’s hilarious but so admirable especially at his age! Greatest generation indeed !
The beauty of you tube is this will live forever 😊
My grampa was part of the 894th tank destroyer battalion, buried in Florence Italy on july 19, 1944. He was 28. It's fascinating listening to this bad ass of a hero!!!
love listening to Vince and other veterans,they say " the heroes are the ones that didn't make it home " and yes that's true. But for me and most other people,these guys are heroes,they answered the call,they as kids did things and saw things no kid should ever do or see and they went home and got on with life.
After being a combat soldier he served as an educator for many years. He defined the word HERO!
Just read his book. Nuts! Incredible what he did in WWII. But equally incredible what he did after. Nuts! Is highly recommended.
I'm 52 Vincent if I can be like you when I'm 94 just show me where to sign you are truly inspiring energetic I love your speeches god bless from Scotland
I’ve seen a couple of podcasts with Vincent in and I absolutely adore this man . A real genuine war hero with a heart of gold . I hope he is still fit and well , god bless you Vince . Respect from the UK
AMEN, MR. VINCE SPERANZA...AMEN; GOD BLESS YOU!!!
Great Great story by a man that was there. 110% better than any movie has portrayed. God Bless
Legend God bless you .
Salute to you Mr. Vince. And may you RIP. Your story and like every soldiers that fought during those wars we will never forget. Thank you for your service to our country.
True American Hero...I served with the 1/327th Bastogne Bulldogs...great Battalion...
When need more great men like Mr. Speranza.
My grandson recieved an airborne beer from this man. He met him in Normandy , and Bastogne , Ste Iglese Marie. And the Amway Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids Mi. As a member of the 101st color guard,he l got to know this man on a personal basis. GOD bless you Reil michael Jonathon. Staff Sgt.
Can’t get more real than this.
It blew me away! At one point he sat down and his walking stick was visible and I recognized the hames cap on the end. The hames are from horse harness and in the 60's I (still have them) used two for rasp handles when I was horse shoeing..
My dad was in WW2, and the truth and stories were endless and priceless. All were heroes, and all were loved and all respected forever : AMEN 🙏 ❤️ 🇺🇸 🇮🇱
Straight to his feet and to his point i love and respect all the men who fought with and alongside mr sperenza
I hope you are enjoying eternal life with your loving wife Vince. Thank you for your sacrifice and service!
God bless him thank you you for your service sir my mothers only two brothers were there my uncles and they made it back but never talked about it and never asked anything back from their country god bless America
RIP sir. Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸
I miss Vinnie. He was a wonderful man and a great story teller.
Read his book "NUTS". You will hear every story in that awesome voice and you won't be able to put it down.
My father was there as well as a member of the OSS tasked with prisoner interrogation. When Vince talked about the maps they found at Bertesgarden, it reminded me of when my Dad was translating documents at the Reichstag they found the plans for the Concentration Camps in North America.
What a guy.
Respect.
how long do I have 15 minutes... Every Single soldier is there listening attentively. 30 min turns into an hour... I was lucky enough to serve with the 82nd Airborne. We were lucky enough to have paratroopers from WW2 come and visit us each All-American Week. Serving from 2007-2012, our conversations with those soldiers were like this... We all took it as an honor to be in their presence. Our Leadership took it as an honor as well. We let these men talk as long as they wanted to. The most memorable story I heard was from a gentleman that jumped into a market garden but got separated from his American stick and connected himself with a British armor unit after landing on the ground and becoming misplaced from his stick. The armor was on top of this hill. about a half mile to a mile away... He heard off in the distance the fighting going off... The British were sitting there hearing the firing war that was folding up ahead... The British wasn't moving because they were waiting for orders from the command to push into the fight... It's memorable because I was able to look this man in the eye and see the raw emotion. the story went on... but that part of the story is forever burned into my brain... He said he was ready to run the mile ahead by himself but he didn't. (Might not of been Market Garden... could of been St. Mere Eglise or something... but I can't remember the exact operation)
Wow.....and what an orator too! ❤
Such a rich history
This guy needs a movie about his life. Very healthy old man. May he continue to live well..
Yeah...
That guy is the best. Being a Brooklyn italian myself he exemplifies what real Italian immigrants are….not the mafia….this guy and his type of human… thanks Vinnie.
thank you for sharing this ! Inspiration dosent begin to describe his story! love it! Thank you again!
This is the 2nd time, I'm listening (1st was in an interview) to this hero of a man V. Speranza.
I got the very last thing he ever autographed and auctioned it off for a vet charity here . Guy I know was taking him to the VA . I got to talk to him on the phone , what a card .
I had to watch to the end. Incredible story.
Again the greatest generation ,saved.the world❤.😊