My maternal family was all French, born and raised. My mother, she said but I really don't know was taken from my Grand'Mere to the English countryside which I severely doubt as she had horrific internal scars which could have only come from sexual abuse which the German's were notorious for. She was about 11 and quite pretty, so yeah... My grandmother was given a choice of making munition's for the German's or the concentration camps...what would you have done!? Yeah she made munitions. My mother had this horrific scar on the back of her knee which I had never seen the likes of. Large, round with a circle in the middle and radiating scars out from it somewhat like a wheel. o very ugly but she would not speak of it. She spoke of nothing at all. I didn't know anything about her and she was totally absentee. The only thing she would say was "Dirty German's!" Neither of my parents were in my life or anyone else for that matter. War leaves scars that ensue for generations....I certainly paid for it. BTW I never had a dad. Apparently he was an American Soldier in France and that's all I know.
My dad was in Vietnam but he never told me until I was about 12. I was having issues and was diagnosed with PTSD. He said he liked to act like he'd never been there but he always had breakdowns. He said anytime he thinks back all he can see is one of his buddies being blown up or being in a tunnel. I lost him in 2018. He asked why I was leaving work to take care of him. I said you're my buddy and i won't leave you behind. He smiled and said he knows he's going to heaven because he's already been through hell. He passed later that night.
Some veterans just move want to move on because the service isn't what the movies make it out to be. It's not always a band of brothers. Some people do shitty things to others, even in war. Imagine how frightening it is when you can't even trust those around you and you're in a foreign land dealing with people who want to kill you.
Hey man, I'm kinda with you. My dad never saw combat, but he ran into a fire while checking power lines back in the day. Kids crying triggered that, and I won't get into details.
Sounds like your Father and you had a very special relationship. I'd like to say a wee prayer, if you wouldn't mind, for your Father's soul. Eternal life, give unto him, oh Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.
"You've been through a lot Son..." That man literally fought for the survival of his country and way of life... yet he put ALL that aside as he saw the eyes of another warrior, and recognised he was hurting. THAT is why they were known as The Greatest Generation... they put others before themselves.
I think a lot of seniors know the most and know that younger versions of themselves are exactly that. They know what people are going through. My grandpa was too young to be part of “the greatest generation” (which is a different discussion) he was in Korea and he’d be able to connect with our recent vets very well.
I believe they were the greatest generation too. Both my grandfathers were in the military. Both were tough and brutally honest. Never missed a day of work until the day they died. I wish more of my generation could have spent more time with their grandparents and great parents and took some of that energy with them.
Men like him have been through it. No other generation has this much comba. plus the initially love to later media hate. roe changes and then burning guys.
@@markmaguire1092 I think if you can find a therapist that you trust and you surrender yourself to the process that it is one of the best if not the best way of helping those struggling with mental battles. Admitting you need help is one of the hardest things any of us has to do so keep putting one foot in front of the other because the hardest is now behind you.
@@markmaguire1092 dont think it isnt worth it or it makes you weak man. you will need it and after you open up you can build better, more open relationships in the future
@@JamesonsTravels any chance you could do some vids on British Troops deployed in Northern Ireland during the troubles. My father always reminds me that when they came, they came with bayonets on their rifles!
“Well you’ve been through quite a lot son, haven’t you?” That sentence gets me every time, is amazing how the old man understand the young soldier and probably this was the first time that the lad was really heard
My father served in the Falklands and its taken him 30 years of suffering with PTSD to actually be able to talk about it. After 30 years he has recently revisited the Falklands which helped him immensely and now he is in part able to talk about what happened.
This was not pointed out, but there was a subtle difference between the two men. Old soldier was wearing his medals on his jacket, while the younger soldier was not. Without either saying one word, this is tells me that the older soldier is proud of his service, while the younger man still does not want to make it wildly known to the public.
Thats because people aren't proud of the fighting in this generation. Leftists hate us. The war has gone on forever and we haven't won. In comparison when those boys finished WW2 the countries celebrated for YEARS and they were basically celebrities.
Not sure if its an British thing but in the US it happens because of operation security or OPSEC. Terrorist threat is too real and people have been targeted more than once. Also, generally it is frowned upon in the US Army Infantry branch to be rocking your uniform among civilians. We take the whole 'quiet professional' thing very seriously, at least when I was in. Not sure about british but in the US DoD at least, if you stand there in your dress uniform people can figure out what you did just by looking at the ribbons.
@@Double2KK Yeah it's an American thing. Hell had a hard time with people saying thanks for your service. Especially after been surrounded by much better soldiers than I was when I was in. Settled with thank you for your support since there are guys who aren't among us now that could have used the moral support.
The bit at the beginning where the old soldier says "you have been through a lot son" chokes me every time. Here is a giant from WW2, his heart speaking directly to another warrior on the same level, knowing the same sacrifice.
@Kamil S He was in the navy not the RAF you moron. And trust me, the royal navy had it really bad. The Germans and Japanese didn't hold back with them. German U boats, one man torpedoes submarines and air superiority, while a small Japanese airborne attack group destroyed two destroyers. Do your research, then tell me to 'give you a break'
I joined the military at 17 and retired at 39. After getting out, I foundered, I was a fish out of water. Trying to make friends with civilians who didn't share my experiences, my dark, crass, inappropriate sense of humor, my struggles with PTSD or TBI due to VBIDs or IEDs, or having known great guys who died horribly sometimes in your arms, is impossible. I frequent the VFW and am around people who get it and don't judge me as inappropriate or psycho because of how I express myself. Trying to relate our experiences in a civilian workplace is nearly impossible as well. We're taught to " suck it up and drive on or to improvise, adapt, and overcome", and the civilian mindset isn't in lockstep with that ethos. Things we take for granted, they bitch and whine about. Things they take for granted, we flip out about. It's just so hard readjusting after serving a nation at war for as long as we have been. Talking about it with others with shared experiences, helps. You're not indestructible, despite what you did in service. If you keep it in, it will tear you and your family apart.
I can't imagine how hard it must be going from that life, that mentality, constant death, chaos, noise, and then when you get home being expected to adjust back into normal society and it really pisses me off that the politicians as of now value illegal immigrants more than veterans (homeless or not) I grew up raised by a father who was in the navy during Vietnam, then served 30 years on the police department, he raised me right, and people like him and you I have infinite amount of respect and admiration for.
The things you went through are the reasons I live my life free and can raise my new born daughter in the best country in the world. I’m incredibly thankful for the things you’ve done and the sacrifices you and your men made. It wasn’t all for nothing and there is a lot of people who feel the same way as I do. Thank you for your service.
Geezes. I only did 3 years in the army as an infantryman. Can't imagine decades in service. I remember when I first got out, stupid little things used to piss me off. People complaining because someone was taking an extra 30 seconds to find change at a register, people making a scene about getting pickles on their sandwich when they didn't ask for it, etc. I could not believe the pointless little things civilians would complain about to the point of threatening to get some 17 year old fired from their job. I have never made a close friend since leaving. Thankfully, I found an amazing woman who is now my wife and can deal with my bullshit, but regular folks just are too annoying. The things they prioritize when they've never stared death or huge responsibility in the face.
We carry so much around with us that no civilians can relate to. Everyday can be a struggle if I don’t get my mind off it. Sitting home was the worst for me. I had to get active in the community or at my local legion hall. Luckily my Dad took me to the legion when I was younger so I knew most of the crowd. Your 100% accurate about talking to others. It has helped me and I wish other vets would talk more. Maybe it would help drop the suicide rate. Good luck to you in future endeavors and thank you for your commitment to our country.
“You’ve been through a lot haven’t you son?” Hits every single time, he knows and understands something a person like me never could on a level I never could. Don’t get me wrong I can see he’s hurting and on a level I can understand but not on a level another veteran can.
We can understand a good level of it but the real veterans who sacrificed it all knows every little detail of it and it’s sad what they go through and suffer
My wife saved me. She just took the bullshit because she loves me and wouldn't let me slip away. Alone, I would have swung on a rope a long time ago. Your reaction is very, very emotionally on point. Kudos, man.
@@ollieparry6207 Ha ha....well spotted Oliver, Thanks for pointing it out. However I cannot say I take care or time checking my posted comments and if someone wants to troll me for it I honestly couldn't give two shits....(To Old and ugly to worry about what people think about me on social media)
When the older vet said "well you've been through quite alot, haven't you son", it looked like that struck him inside a bit. Almost like how alot of people feel so much and then finally find someone who understands.
As a Englishman it's so nice to see how respectful you are when reacting to are soldiers you have one of the best reaction channels on UA-cam and love watching your stuff Thank you for the entertainment
Interesting note - This bloke's mate, Paul McAleese, who was killed in Afghanistan is the son of John McAleese (SAS) who took part in Operation Nimrod (Iranian Embassy siege).
I did pre jungle deployment training in the winter in wales. -10 it’s was haha. Safe to say the 20 hour close target recce was interesting. We had that much warm clothing on we looked like the Mitchelin men lol
lol. We had some old af long underwear partially wool for cold weather shit. field jackets, 2 sets of wool socks. I totally understand what you mean. mobility was a joke. plus a flake jacket (pre body armor). Lots of jungle, woodland training. Bam - welcome to the desert boys.
Great production on your reactions marine. Been keeping an eye out and it it’s looking brilliant man. Keep the good work up and keep grinding. Your well on your way to that 1 mil!
This put a tear in my eye. I had the honor of being a nurse at the Veterans Home to a Great War (WWI) veteran twenty seven years ago. He lied about his age to get in. I asked why and he is said life was boring on the farm and he wanted good shoes. Makes you appreciate modern times.
15:03 The soldier that the younger lad is talking about is Paul McAleese was actually the son of an SAS soldier (John McAleese) who was part of the team that raided the Iranian Embassy in London in 1979. John McAleese (who passed away in 2011) was known as 'The Real Captain Price'
I have so much respect for these older people that served their Countries. The sad part is that so many people from younger generations doesnt understand. My Grandpa served for the Soviet Army and i loved listen to him and his Stories. Sadly he passed away years ago. Much respect from a Russian person living in germany. Keep up these great Videos Sir 😉👋
My grandmother fought with the night witches... Her views on patriotism got her in a spot of trouble with the russians. She later was forced to flee to Canada, became a nurse, and went right back to the war.
@@chewyfoks1840 my family has been military (every branch twig and leaf on the family tree) going back to the 2 crusade. They've all got some stories. Some wonderful, hilarious antidotes of history not written in the books and others dark and depressing. Some where you have to wonder how much willpower it had to have taken to continue on. I once had this bitchy racist teacher who taught ww2 in the most skewed way possible (apparently all Germans were evil Nazis no exception and they all loved Hitler according to her). She also tried to teach that there were no female fighters in WW2 at all, that if they served at all it was only as nurses. Well... I told told old granny who served in the night witches and the next day she and some old biddies in full dress uniform marched right up down the hall and into the classroom. Picture a female little Russian Yoda, only less green and more cranky. Cranky Russians are scary. Hands on her hips and a "so we wants to learn history from those who lived it?" The teacher tried to take her class back and got the voice I remember looking back as the voice of a DI who just found out someone pulled the plug out of his alarm clock, and his phone charger for good measure (not that I would have known anything about that awesome but of fun mind you) and a "Unless you have something relevent to add I suggest you be quiet". It was great. They talked all day and other students from different classes showed up until we had to relocate to the auditorium. Of course being crazy and Russian they got us all in formation and tried to make us March are asses down...with very little success .
@@JamesonsTravels I had seen this clip before. No person with a whiff of empathy could not feel his pain, which was in every fiber of his body. I hope he will find the answer to the question.
@@JamesonsTravels Being able to feel this man’s pain isn’t in any way being an SJW douche. It just means you’re human. SJWs are the types that whinge about major Hollywood productions featuring gay or nonwhite characters not using *actual* gay or nonwhite actors.
For me I still have a lot of depression issues and many of the best and bravest people I ever served with killed themselves. I was lucky I found that going into teaching and helping my students was enough to keep me centred and while I will always have issues I've been free of medication for almost 2 years now although I'm quite enjoying lockdown as I don't have to deal with as many people.
Used to talk the old vets from the Gallipoli War when I was like 14-16 years old. They always been happy to just talk about it over a cup of tea. Their stories helped me a lot to overcome some issues I had to face during my Service.
'Heroes' is a term that is used casually and often lazily. Sports people, celebrities etc. are often accoladed as 'heroes.' What we have just witnessed in this video are real heroes. We owe them a real debt of gratitude. The narration and analysis was first class. I salute them all.
I agree the term hero is used far too often. But this also applies to military and first responders. I was an officer for over a decade. I've been called a hero numerous times, yet I've never done anything heroic. I've done my job, but nothing heroic. A hero is an extraordinary thing. Anyone doing a job is owed a paycheck, not necessarily a debt of gratitude. Being deployed isn't heroic, it's their job. Same thing with firefighters and police officers. They can all do something heroic (anyone can), but simply doing your job isn't heroic. Not in my opinion. That sentiment has always bothered me. Maybe because I almost feel like a fraud having been called that, despite not deserving it.
My dad was in 87ID at the Bulge and never talked about WWII 'til the 80s. When I was a little boy I asked, "Daddy, did you fight in the war?" He answered, "I fought and I fought and they still made me go." I didn't appreciate that until I was elegible for the draft in the Viet Nam era. Don't get me wrong: I never served. When I dropped my deferment in '72 my number was 206 and the only called to 190. I told that to an Air Force vet and he said, "So you missed Viet Nam?" I answered, "Not even a little bit." Too many of my friends came back traumatized, shot up, or not at all. I can only imagine what warriors go through. That it took my dad, one of the most honest and strong men I've ever known, 40 years to get this crap off his chest speaks to the amount of hurt carried by our military.
I'm german, essentially all my male relatives that were old enough joined the military one way or another and fought during World War 2. I didn't realise it as a kid that much but when I look back and talk to my father about it, I remember sitting at birthday parties in the 90s and all the guys were battered people, missing limbs, eyes, fingers, toes, were blind etc. and something a lot of germans can probably relate to: they drank warm beer. But I never thought much about it because that's how they always were. Granted as a german you are confronted with what your grandfathers did during the war at some point and there is no way really around it, but by simply talking to them you could not have figured out what they went throught or what they did. I just remember my paternal grandfather always being on edge, he was never violent towards my grandmother or my father and his siblings but he was loud, very loud always screaming if something didn't go his way and afterwards he drank himself into a blackout. I think that's how most of them coped with things, just like you said - they started drinking. Together with the trauma of what they went through, what also played a big role is how they were portrayed in the media - they were the bad guys, my grandfather was well aware of that but it still nagged on him when the media said "liberated by the allies from the nazis", you can't liberate someone from themselves, you can "beat" the nazism out of them but you can't liberate a country from it's inhabitants. So before everyone jumps on me I'm in no way or form saying everyone was a nazi but in the words of my grandfather "you would have had to be blind, deaf and an idiot to not realise what was going on"
@Bren Da Berry well common soldiers were also German people, many of them were members of Nazi party. First war crimes of WW 2 were not committed by SS but by common soldiers. Executions of civilians in first days of war. I always hated that people separated Nazi Germany from people that composed it. Hitler unlike Mussolini was elected, he never hid his war tendencies. Now i don't blame modern Germans for what their parents and grandparents did, i do blame them for disgusting attempts to distort history so in 50 years nobody would be able to say that whole nation is to blame for war not just small political group. Terms like polish death camps or whole series of movies about heroic Wermacht are examples of that, Wermacht is responsible for first war crimes of WW 2. It's like with US civil war, today there is so many people that try to claim that slavery was just minor issue for south when it was one of the main causes for war and was not without importance for common soldiers.
My great grandfather fought alongside the Germans in WWll (in the Balkans) they were considered heroes in many parts of east/south Europe, when he even said, the Wehrmacht and SS were greeted with flowers, food and beverages, in Croatia, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Macedonia, Bosnia etc. what it was, these people were suffering at the hands of communism/Bolshevism, Germany felt a sense of duty to protect Germany and Europe from Bolshevism. This truely was a cancer to Europe, Germany did a lot of good things at the time that are never acknowledged but should be!
@@augustuslunasol10thapostle Hitler was elected by Hindenburg to his position, NSDAP had 37.3% votes in 1932 and that made them the biggest party in Germany. Next in line was SPD 21.6% and KPD 14.6%. In 1933 members of KPD switched sides and joined NSDAP in great numbers so don tell me that most Germans were against NSDAP. In 1933 over 39mln Germans voted (88%), NSDAP got 43% votes SPD 19% and KPD 12% that means that most Germans did support NSDAP and Hitler. Wermacht always was skipped when it came to talk about war crimes and crimes against humanity that lead to myth that Wermacht basically nothing to do with war crimes. The truth was that they were no bette than SS and since 1942 regularly participated in war crimes on polish and jewish people. In the first week of war Wermacht soldiers murdered over 600 people civilians and POW.
@@BudgetGainsByJJ I like the German people, my Grandparents all fought in WW2 for the allies, the express aim of the German army in the Ease was to create living space by either enslaving or killing those who did not meet there insane racial purity laws. Goering after the Germans went into The Ukraine went against his generals who stated the people could be allies & stated they were to be nothing more than slaves. Combine this with extermination of the disabled, political opponents, homosexuals & anyone who they deemed unworthy of life. All the good they may of done in areas Stalin occupied pales into insignificance when you look at what they did to the Poles, Soviet civilians, Jews, disabled, Gypsy’s & anyone they saw as enemy’s. The allies especially the Soviets in WW2 were not blameless, but the western allies did not exterminate entire populations.
I remember my grandfather. After pension he regressed, never talked about what he been through and hardly moving out of his chair. He hated Germans and loved Russians because he was with them in POW camp. The nice moments with him were rare but golden.
My grandfather was the same way. Never talked about the military and when I asked he just said he worked on planes. Well that wasn’t the case, when he died they had a huge military funeral for him and talking to some of his friends that showed up it turned he was an incredible soldier. My grandmother later that day showed me all his medals. I was too young to really understand but he was an incredible person much like yours it sounds. I feel it was the greatest generation
@@spfadden082711 The funny thing is vets usually would be like him. They were just some soldier that did stuff... it was the men they served with that were the heroes.
If it wasn’t for the Russians we would’ve had a much different outcome. I don’t get all the Russian hate here. Just look up how many Russians died and what their society went through during WW2. Horrifying really.
@@kinagrill so many men died they had children working in war machine factories. We don’t realize the hell germany put them through. I forget how long it took them to recover from it. I guess America war profiteers needed a new enemy so they created one w Russia. Man human greed
For some reason I always find the "Old Man Handshake" so wholesome and pure. Where he puts his other hand on top of the shake as a welcoming gesture. It just always gave me the impression that they were engaged with you, invested in hearing what you have to say, and glad to have the opportunity to talk to you
He wrote of one poor soul who was bomb happy, and was sent to a rearward medical center,. He complained incessantly that he needed something to do, so after much soul searching they gave him a gun and put him on guard duty. He was found next morning dead having fired 2 rounds, the first one missed the second one blew his brains out! Sad.
You may be interested to learn that the younger guy mentioned Paul McAleese who was killed in Afghan in 09. His father was SSgt John McAleese, an SAS operator who took part in Operation Nimrod - the Iranian embassy siege in London in 1980.
It’s crazy to see how the younger lad is just in his hard times and is not the proudest of his accomplishments as a soldier, whilst the older lad wore his medals and uniform like it was true patriotism. And I love how your commentary just blends in with both sides and your empathy makes it a very good commentary. 👍🏽
Well you have to understand the older guy was defending everybody in Britain and Europe. Of course he is patriotic that is something to be very proud of. The young soldier was invading a nation
I hope this your man realizes just being able to sit down and talk with one of the these men a Man of this caliber I hope you realize it is a complete honor
One of my best friends in school, his dad was in Vietnam, and I knew him when we were young. But I ended up working with him the last six years before he passed away. The guy was always happy and singing and a joy to be around. Then when it was just the two of us working together, he would tell me stories about his time over there. Most of the time I would just sit silently and listen. He knew I was interested but I wouldn't ask him anything until he stopped talking. He had amazing stories of how it really was over there. He hated the way hollywwod portrayed the war. He was one of my all time favorite people ever. RIP sir. You are gone but not forgotten
Man... damn... just damn. I'm a civilian, I'll never understand the life or the experience of a soldier, being on the frontline, training, being shot at, losing your mates, etc, etc. But I just feel like that I HAVE to express some kind of respect, some kind of acknowledgement for what soldiers go through and have gone through. Even if perhaps they feel its not warranted or maybe even disrespectful in some regards, I think acknowledging just what was sacrificed, either their lives, their friends lives, or the time served, is one of the first ways to honor about these strong and proud people. So thank you, for anyone who's served. If you don't hear it from anyone else, then I'll say I'm proud of what all you guys have done and put yourselves through, just so people like me and many others don't have to. I hope you folks that are either still in, or out and trying to adjust, are able to find the strength to keep moving forward.
Ive had the privilege of meeting at least 3 ww2 vets, all of whom as far as I know have since passed, ive mainly seen more korea and Vietnam vets amoug the vets who've fought in all the middle eastern conflicts over the last 20 to 30 years
My dad served in the Royal artillery in the 50's and spent his entire army career in Germany, think he always felt guilty that he was never sent to Korean war but lost friends there! Have the utmost respect to anyone who serves in the military, as a civilian I don't think I'd be able to do the things you amazing people do! ❤️ From 🇬🇧
The solution for that is to just build a good economy which improves job opportunities. Many people push for welfare for veterans but that isn't the solution, that's the problem. When guys get out they are totally in charge, which if they went in as a kid, it is a totally new experience to not really have someone guiding the overall big picture. Veterans need to be weaned off Uncle Sam's safety net and start carving their own path. Many vets started business that hire veterans and that certainly helps in the sense of leading by doing, but also guys need to watch themselves while serving. Everyone knows the one guy who blows all his money every chance he gets with the mindset that he will get more, or the guy who thinks that the second he gets out if he dumps all his money into a venture he will get rich quick. If you see that kind of guy, you have to stop him before he screws himself. In Angry Cop's older videos he talked a little bit about this so it is good that more people are looking after each other, and not expecting some government program or law to be the solution when it is not how it is going to be fixed.
Not a veteran but did grew up in Marine family , but in terms of ptsd , I felt this one. Thanks for sharing this and how you break the information down so it's better to understand. I think a lot others with PTSD really appreciate it!
I bumped into a old war vet in a pub one night years ago and we got talking was a honourable moment. I bought him 3 whole half pints 😂 he was a legend 💪
Heard about a young US paratroper that met a veteran i France, said something like this - I done 20 jumps, said the young soldier - I only did three ,Sicily, Normandy and Nederlands.
The younger lad in this video actually did a follow up video where he addressed some of the comments that was really interesting. A lot of people made some very stupid and ill-thought comments aimed towards the guy and the manner and way he answers them really adds to his character. You should definitely consider taking a look at that video and see what you think, it reveals a lot about how society view veterans like him
And without disrespect "harms way for us" ? I don't think these past wars had anything into fighting for freedom or protecting your country etc (unfortunatly). That's why I respect the military (like any other profession) but I will never say "thank you for your service". The soldiers are not forced, they choose this path, they are trained, prepared and paid to be the armed hand of a country. Again, I am not being mean or rude but I never understand this kind of thinking, I don't see many people thanking the people taking out the trash and yet they have an impact far more important and visible than the military have on our lives.
When I was in the Corps, Gen Gray was the CG of 2ndMarDiv. I was with WPNS 3/6 at the time and I remember when he came. In his first week he had "meetings" with all the NCO's of 2ndMarDiv at the base theater. His message: "we go as you go"...I reenlisted soon after
When I was a young boy, I remember sitting at the kitchen table with my Gramps (known as Pappy). He would speak to me and my brother about some of his experiences in WWII. He was Navy aboard a Destroyer (Tin Can he said). It was quite evident that he hated his enemy still at that time. He carried that hatred with him all his life. From what I can remember (I’m 65 now and also a Navy Vet) much of his hatred stemmed from the atrocities he personally witnessed that were committed by the enemy against not only his own shipmates but but those warriors who fought them island by island. He retired an E-7 and drank as long as I knew him.
I remember being around an old great uncle from the First World War, Australian light horse, charged Beersheba on horseback, the last great charge, was going to say cavalry but they weren’t cavalry, the idea of the light horse was to ride on horseback to where you had to be & then advance on foot, but they shocked the enemy by not dismounting & charging under the guns, amazing shit But he never said much, served in WW2 too, different generation, much tougher than us, had a mind of their own, didn’t need large government to tell them what to do, they survived on their own wits, but he was a good old bloke, very quiet, lived into his 90s
I did 6 years and I remember reading "With the Old Breed by E. B. Sledge" and one of things that struck me most was through the horror, hate and gore the thing that bothered/confused them most was when a buddy offed himself. One of the best books I have ever read.
I served in my tiny country for 2 years full time as an Armored Engineer and an infantry GMPG Gunner for my subsequent 10 years reservist. My role was coastal defence at where we hosted the US Navy. Saw and chatted with many US Navy personnels while shopping in the same store. Being Asian, their free size socks I could wear till my knees hahaha fond memories... Another memorable part of my service was when we did patrolling on a truck with my MG mounted and with the night googles, I could see many US Navy officers having fun after their nights out
Simply 2 warriors learning about the philosophies of each other's time. Old man fought in conditions likely more difficult (trench warfare, less advanced gear, etc) and acknowledging how despite the conditions he at least wasn't in a 10+ year war. The younger man knowing that he was pushed from war to war but knowing how he had a lot of things the old man didn't.
Huge love and respect from France. Thanks to these men to speak about their lifes, and their job, and thanks to you for your commentary. Mental health problem made me choke too, something must be done for the soldiers about that, to much good lads turn into shadows of themselves after their services and never came back...that's unaceptable.
What I appreciate about UA-cam is that it allowed people with military backgrounds to show others that they too are humans. It certainly helped somewhat with alleviating the common belief that soldiers are monsters, a stigma being perpetuated by the mainstream media.
Thank you for your service James, I have been with this channel for like 6 months now and you have given me a new look on military life and true appreciation for all men and women in the military. Thank you my friend 🙏🏼🙏🏼
War is hell. Both of these men have served their respective country's with honor. These are just two out of millions. WW2 or the Afghan war it's all mental and we as Civilians will never be able to put ourselves in their shoes. The WW2 vet was literally fight an enemy that had (failing) hopes of taking over the world. As the Afghan vet fought an enemy within its own border. I as a civilian will take time to speak to vets and thank them for their service cause man or woman. They are a better man/woman than myself. I couldn't do it. To all the vets that are out there. Thank you!
It’s amazing that he says, “as long as you’re going forward, you’re going the right way. Wars used to be fought on fronts... now they’re fought on all sides.
JT if you see this, thank you! I was classified 4F in 1979 with a childhood eye injury when I tried to join the Marines. God bless you, your grandfather and father, and your family for all the sacrifices!
Miss my step brother, homes been kind of a wreck about him, and my grandmother and my great grandmother pray every morning and night for him, we love him infinity and beyond, hope to see him back soon, he's been in the Navy a while.
Grew up with my maternal grandfather. He died in May of 2019 at 101 years old. He fought with the Big Red One from North Africa all the way through Sicily and Europe. I miss hearing him talk about it.
My great granddad was in ww2 north africa. Was hit in the leg at el alamein had to walk with a cane rest of his life. My granddad was always said he never wanted to talk about war and when they would see his friends who he served with they would never talk about it. He never accepted his medals either didnt want a thing to do with them. Interesting man my great grandfather shame I never met him
Its always a few situations that affect you mentally, as those situations build up, it becomes harder and harder to keep the thoughts at bay when you have vivid memories.
Once I heard "General Gray", we were instant brothers. I remember him being the ONLY CMC that took his command photo in utilities while everyone else was in their Alphas. He followed PX Kelly; removed the enlisted chevron from the covers, white skivie shirts became green, and the Marine Corps Institute (MCI) courses grew to a book volume of required reading as opposed to the single handbook. Gen Gray attended VMI, rose to Sgt, then was given his commission once his paperwork confusion was cleared. I met him as the CG of 2dMarDiv, then recognized him as CMC. I will never forget is camo dinner jacket.
I found the video combined with the commentary very moving. I haven't served in the military, but was an undertaker for a number of years. Since leaving I've become interested in PTSD arising from dealing with dead bodies on a daily basis, including kids, crushed people, etc etc. It's too easy, especially in the older generations, to just shut it away and label it 'just part of the job'. Recognising it doesn't detract from your service, but dealing with it is important.
I served in OIF/OEF (Navy) and have lost three friends that I served with. One to his own hands, and two to OD'ing to hard drugs years later. We need to do better for our vets. I got out 15 years ago and am finally getting help and going through the VA to get rated. There is nothing wrong with getting help, there is nothing wrong if you don't feel right. Seek help if you need it, we lose too many already
Zach, men like you have the constitution but its hard to ask for help for many. they get into a hole and it seems hard to get out of. The part that is missing is most people they compete with in work (for example) are weak in comparison. They dont know long hours, crappy hurry-up and wait and having to do things when you dont want to over and over. that is the skill many vets need to realize they have and harness it.
Back in 04 when I was a senior in high school, I had went through basic between my Jr and Sr year. For veterans day they wanted me on stage with other vets. A Korean vet, Vietnam, and sitting right next to a WW2 vet. I didn't belong up there at all. It was embarrassing. Though being able to intimately talk to a WW2 vet was one of the most amazing things I've ever experienced. The moment this man says he fought in WW2 he has every ounce of my respect. Us vets have immense respect for WW2 vets. They're as close to gods as we'll ever get.
My dad used to tell me how his dad (ww2 vet, pacific theater) would get drunk then yell/say mean stuff to the neighbors. (neighbors happened to be Japanese) But his dad would never talk directly about anything from his service. (never met my grandpa. he died when I was a year and a half old) I went to Iraq in 05. My MOS was mechanic but downrange you do what's needed and my boys and myself found ourselves doing convoy security. We were guntruckers. We were outside the wire as much as combat arms guys. Until 2011 I never realized (or maybe just didn't want to admit) how much it changed me. My mom couldn't understand why I wasn't the same but my dad knew. He tried explaining it to my mom but I don't know if she ever really excepted it. (she passed away three years ago so I'll never know) 2011 I finally admitted I needed help and went to the VA. It helped some. At least it gave me the tools to deal with things better. I was medically retired in 2012 after 23 years of service. I still miss the Army but have found something to fill the void and it helps a lot.
The biggest thing I see here is "RESPECT"... Veterans are always, mostly very respectful. Respectful in general, but especially to one another. Visit a VA hospital sometime, all the patients, Veterans are very happy, and respectful to one another. Its not like any other hospital you might visit.
It's very interesting to listen to these 2 men talking about the manner with which they fought and why. I had an uncle who fought in the 2nd world war then was deployed to Korea with the New Zealand K force in 1953. His brother was in the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) where 6 loch class frigates (submarine hunters) were deployed, and although the conflict lasted 3 years, the New Zealand defence force remained until no longer required. The 6 frigates returned to New Zealand waters, however the frigate 'Pukaki' was deployed to the Malayan conflict. I've enjoyed this video. Thanks for posting.
I put off watching this for a bit, when the young lad said its the 10 year anniversary for Paul McAleese it hit home for me. Remember John McAleese or Mac from the Iranian embassy siege and the SAS survival secrets.... well that was his son.
My Gran dad was in 7th Gurkhas Rifles He fought in WWll used to tell me stories how they entered Japanese & Nazis tent at night and start cutting them when they in sleep. Next morning when the commanders wake up the job was done. After my Gran retired & passed away. My dad joined in the same regiment Than he retired after 1982 Falklands war. And than elder brother joined in still serving And now was my turn joined in but not as Gurkha but as regular British soldier Joining as Gurkha was playing a lucky dip for me 50%chance outa 10,000 lads But Had to keep the tradition flowing on. Will never let the family traditions & history fade "Better to die than to live like a Coward" Jai Gurkha 🇳🇵🇬🇧
My buddy got out and suffered with ptsd and he was not right at all. He found help through marijuana and group retreats where they all talk and give helpful advice. But before that he was about a inch from taking his life before he got in this group. He did a 180 and is a great father and provider. Thank your service members and look them in the face when you tell them.
There were times where Service members from both sides look at each other as another person than an enemy. A prime example would be German Pilot Franze Stigler. He Spared and save an American B-17 bomber pilot and escort it to a safe air space. The two pilots meet each other years later in the early 1990s.
I was a kid when war broke in Kosovo. The horrors I've seen still haunt me to this day. If it wasn't for the US troops, me and rest of my family wouldn't be here today. God bless the US. we in Kosovo are forever indebted!
We didnt deploy during the war, it was the peace keeping misson when Kosovo was having its first elections. Paid holiday tbh. Kosovo is a gorgeous country. (beautiful women as well for any single lads looking)
@@beanspud88 Well. Seems you were with the ground troops. You fellas had nothing to worry about. But there was the bombing campaign that set everything in motion. I remember, It was 8 Pm. We were glued to the TV watching the news, when they announced the bombing has just begun. And literally a couple minutes from that, We heared the most beautiful blast sound. A huge explosion that shook the house windows and doors. It was the sound of hope after a long time we deemed ourselves perished! Kosovo people will be forever with US in ease and hardship! I agree about the ladies.. haha
@@Artmiri Guess we ignore the thousands of dead civillians aswell as the uranium ammo used in the war still affecting serbia and other countries aswell as how Kosovo is basically a drug infested warlord state?
No child should be forced to horrors of war.Ever since I learned about the war in Yugoslavia I have despised the Serbian’s actions against its opponents
Great video, helps me relate. Im an afghan vet decade of service in the Canadian armed forces, sandbox took my leg. IMO for what ive been through The canadian public is very unappreciative of their wounded and suffering, just the military in general. Met a few people who truly did care but the majority just lip seevice
We need to start working with them the minute we can get our hands on them. Full on mental health care and huge ammounts of support. I met a recently retired Army Mechanic of the Canadian Army while I was on my honeymoon campout. He was cycling across Alberta and BC in order to help him re-unite with the life he had to leave behind. There is something to be said for being able to help out in some way. Make America great, support returned soldiers.
I can say the one thing I sort of miss about the military is the structure and camaraderie. Out here in civilian land you don't come across that much at all unless you run into or work with other Vets. Oh and by the way to any civies out there, don't ask a vet if he or she has killed anyone. for the love of God, its annoying and its really none of your business
I’m 18 and have PTSD from extensive trauma from my parents. I’ve always felt misunderstood and like I’m the one left out looking in, because I can never be in the moment. I really appreciate your work this video put a lot of things in perspective. Makes me realize I’m not the only one. Your so right about standing up, taking charge, and just winning, I think it’s just how are brains work. I have no desire to be in the military but I will always have tremendous amounts of respect for the men and women who are in. Keep up the amazing work man! Inspires me to become something and how nothing really matters from the past, it’s just the future we need to focus on. Love and respect man!! Thank you for your service.
Amazing video and great commentary. I've never served, never been in a war but I can recognise trauma when I see it. Brave men, I've nothing but admiration for these guys.
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My maternal family was all French, born and raised. My mother, she said but I really don't know was taken from my Grand'Mere to the English countryside which I severely doubt as she had horrific internal scars which could have only come from sexual abuse which the German's were notorious for. She was about 11 and quite pretty, so yeah... My grandmother was given a choice of making munition's for the German's or the concentration camps...what would you have done!? Yeah she made munitions. My mother had this horrific scar on the back of her knee which I had never seen the likes of. Large, round with a circle in the middle and radiating scars out from it somewhat like a wheel. o very ugly but she would not speak of it. She spoke of nothing at all. I didn't know anything about her and she was totally absentee. The only thing she would say was "Dirty German's!" Neither of my parents were in my life or anyone else for that matter. War leaves scars that ensue for generations....I certainly paid for it. BTW I never had a dad. Apparently he was an American Soldier in France and that's all I know.
You mean if I ever come to the UK
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AWESOME!!!
My dad was in Vietnam but he never told me until I was about 12. I was having issues and was diagnosed with PTSD. He said he liked to act like he'd never been there but he always had breakdowns. He said anytime he thinks back all he can see is one of his buddies being blown up or being in a tunnel. I lost him in 2018. He asked why I was leaving work to take care of him. I said you're my buddy and i won't leave you behind. He smiled and said he knows he's going to heaven because he's already been through hell. He passed later that night.
Some veterans just move want to move on because the service isn't what the movies make it out to be. It's not always a band of brothers. Some people do shitty things to others, even in war. Imagine how frightening it is when you can't even trust those around you and you're in a foreign land dealing with people who want to kill you.
A wise man
Hey man, I'm kinda with you. My dad never saw combat, but he ran into a fire while checking power lines back in the day. Kids crying triggered that, and I won't get into details.
Semper Fi, o7.
Sounds like your Father and you had a very special relationship.
I'd like to say a wee prayer, if you wouldn't mind, for your Father's soul.
Eternal life, give unto him, oh Lord,
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
Amen.
"You've been through a lot Son..."
That man literally fought for the survival of his country and way of life... yet he put ALL that aside as he saw the eyes of another warrior, and recognised he was hurting. THAT is why they were known as The Greatest Generation... they put others before themselves.
I think a lot of seniors know the most and know that younger versions of themselves are exactly that. They know what people are going through. My grandpa was too young to be part of “the greatest generation” (which is a different discussion) he was in Korea and he’d be able to connect with our recent vets very well.
I believe they were the greatest generation too. Both my grandfathers were in the military. Both were tough and brutally honest. Never missed a day of work until the day they died. I wish more of my generation could have spent more time with their grandparents and great parents and took some of that energy with them.
People still do this of every age group since the dawn of time.
Gen Z sucks and I’m ashamed to be apart of it
@@cmassarini3308 They’ll be the ones fighting Taliban 2.0, then the Russians and China. I’m 24, so there’s time yet for me to pop off in WW3 next.
"You've been through a lot son, haven't ya?" What a lovely old chap.
That's what hit me the hardest.
@@straywolf77 he is not wrong though.
Other Veteran just understand. We all share a bond.
In germany it is said that the Navy still preferes sailors who dont know how to swimm because they defend the ship longer.
That's fucked up
@@leemichael2154 that’s fucked up but... it does make sense
Everyone will turn into a devil fighting for survival when you have your back against the wall
@@cthulhugamer7408 it's called dark dry humor , something germans are well known for xD
The young soldier can't even be specific about our "enemy". Because offended.
Allways respect an old man in a profession where men usually die young.
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Nice comment but u didn't state that it's stolen-
To be honest plagiarism was not my intension. I couldn‘t find a reliable source of it origin.
Aight noice
Porky he didn’t even spell it In the exact same way, so no plagiarism here In this thread.
My brother is 18 years USMC this year. Joined in 2002. He just started seeing a therapist recently and its made a world of difference.
Men like him have been through it. No other generation has this much comba. plus the initially love to later media hate. roe changes and then burning guys.
Glad to hear.
Does therapy really work? I had my first session today, its opened a can of worms
@@markmaguire1092 I think if you can find a therapist that you trust and you surrender yourself to the process that it is one of the best if not the best way of helping those struggling with mental battles. Admitting you need help is one of the hardest things any of us has to do so keep putting one foot in front of the other because the hardest is now behind you.
@@markmaguire1092 dont think it isnt worth it or it makes you weak man. you will need it and after you open up you can build better, more open relationships in the future
The burned page transition and a new camera angle, is a nice change.
thanks. i have been trying to figure new stuff out.
I agree, I like it a lot
@@JamesonsTravels any chance you could do some vids on British Troops deployed in Northern Ireland during the troubles. My father always reminds me that when they came, they came with bayonets on their rifles!
I love his new fluffy angel wings !!
I was thinking the same thing, rah
“Well you’ve been through quite a lot son, haven’t you?” That sentence gets me every time, is amazing how the old man understand the young soldier and probably this was the first time that the lad was really heard
My father served in the Falklands and its taken him 30 years of suffering with PTSD to actually be able to talk about it. After 30 years he has recently revisited the Falklands which helped him immensely and now he is in part able to talk about what happened.
This was not pointed out, but there was a subtle difference between the two men. Old soldier was wearing his medals on his jacket, while the younger soldier was not. Without either saying one word, this is tells me that the older soldier is proud of his service, while the younger man still does not want to make it wildly known to the public.
good point. the more i watched the more i could 'feel' the young soldiers pain. not being some sjw whacko. i know men like him.
Thats because people aren't proud of the fighting in this generation. Leftists hate us. The war has gone on forever and we haven't won. In comparison when those boys finished WW2 the countries celebrated for YEARS and they were basically celebrities.
Not sure if its an British thing but in the US it happens because of operation security or OPSEC. Terrorist threat is too real and people have been targeted more than once. Also, generally it is frowned upon in the US Army Infantry branch to be rocking your uniform among civilians. We take the whole 'quiet professional' thing very seriously, at least when I was in. Not sure about british but in the US DoD at least, if you stand there in your dress uniform people can figure out what you did just by looking at the ribbons.
@@tarantulathree-one8013 As a Navy vet, I don't rock my awards, either. Although I am proud of my service, I don't like flaunting it.
@@Double2KK Yeah it's an American thing. Hell had a hard time with people saying thanks for your service. Especially after been surrounded by much better soldiers than I was when I was in. Settled with thank you for your support since there are guys who aren't among us now that could have used the moral support.
The bit at the beginning where the old soldier says "you have been through a lot son" chokes me every time. Here is a giant from WW2, his heart speaking directly to another warrior on the same level, knowing the same sacrifice.
the face on the younger soldier says it all.
@Kamil S There's something wrong with you.
@Kamil S seriously??
@Kamil S plane? The old man was in the navy.
@Kamil S He was in the navy not the RAF you moron. And trust me, the royal navy had it really bad. The Germans and Japanese didn't hold back with them. German U boats, one man torpedoes submarines and air superiority, while a small Japanese airborne attack group destroyed two destroyers. Do your research, then tell me to 'give you a break'
I joined the military at 17 and retired at 39. After getting out, I foundered, I was a fish out of water. Trying to make friends with civilians who didn't share my experiences, my dark, crass, inappropriate sense of humor, my struggles with PTSD or TBI due to VBIDs or IEDs, or having known great guys who died horribly sometimes in your arms, is impossible. I frequent the VFW and am around people who get it and don't judge me as inappropriate or psycho because of how I express myself. Trying to relate our experiences in a civilian workplace is nearly impossible as well. We're taught to " suck it up and drive on or to improvise, adapt, and overcome", and the civilian mindset isn't in lockstep with that ethos. Things we take for granted, they bitch and whine about. Things they take for granted, we flip out about. It's just so hard readjusting after serving a nation at war for as long as we have been. Talking about it with others with shared experiences, helps. You're not indestructible, despite what you did in service. If you keep it in, it will tear you and your family apart.
I can't imagine how hard it must be going from that life, that mentality, constant death, chaos, noise, and then when you get home being expected to adjust back into normal society and it really pisses me off that the politicians as of now value illegal immigrants more than veterans (homeless or not) I grew up raised by a father who was in the navy during Vietnam, then served 30 years on the police department, he raised me right, and people like him and you I have infinite amount of respect and admiration for.
The things you went through are the reasons I live my life free and can raise my new born daughter in the best country in the world. I’m incredibly thankful for the things you’ve done and the sacrifices you and your men made. It wasn’t all for nothing and there is a lot of people who feel the same way as I do. Thank you for your service.
Well spoken user! I too have dark humor I got it up from Family Guy
Geezes. I only did 3 years in the army as an infantryman. Can't imagine decades in service. I remember when I first got out, stupid little things used to piss me off. People complaining because someone was taking an extra 30 seconds to find change at a register, people making a scene about getting pickles on their sandwich when they didn't ask for it, etc. I could not believe the pointless little things civilians would complain about to the point of threatening to get some 17 year old fired from their job.
I have never made a close friend since leaving. Thankfully, I found an amazing woman who is now my wife and can deal with my bullshit, but regular folks just are too annoying. The things they prioritize when they've never stared death or huge responsibility in the face.
We carry so much around with us that no civilians can relate to. Everyday can be a struggle if I don’t get my mind off it. Sitting home was the worst for me. I had to get active in the community or at my local legion hall. Luckily my Dad took me to the legion when I was younger so I knew most of the crowd. Your 100% accurate about talking to others. It has helped me and I wish other vets would talk more. Maybe it would help drop the suicide rate. Good luck to you in future endeavors and thank you for your commitment to our country.
"You've been through a lot, haven't you son" - this line really resonates
“You’ve been through a lot haven’t you son?” Hits every single time, he knows and understands something a person like me never could on a level I never could. Don’t get me wrong I can see he’s hurting and on a level I can understand but not on a level another veteran can.
We can understand a good level of it but the real veterans who sacrificed it all knows every little detail of it and it’s sad what they go through and suffer
My wife saved me. She just took the bullshit because she loves me and wouldn't let me slip away. Alone, I would have swung on a rope a long time ago. Your reaction is very, very emotionally on point. Kudos, man.
I wish mine was like that
Sounds like an amazing women
@@guts_4534 I'm sorry.
@@Prometheus7272 I guess she is...Tanya just decided a long time ago where she would put her emotional energy and I got lucky. All power to you, dude.
@@mrknucklepuck8485 Kind of a strange thing to ask your teacher, but I'm up for it.
I'm from the uk. No military experience, however everyday is remembrance for me.
To any soilder reading this "Thankyou for your service"
Might wanna check your spelling mate, respect the comment but don’t want some idiots ripping on you for it 😂
@@ollieparry6207 Ha ha....well spotted Oliver, Thanks for pointing it out. However I cannot say I take care or time checking my posted comments and if someone wants to troll me for it I honestly couldn't give two shits....(To Old and ugly to worry about what people think about me on social media)
@@steveshawks115 fair enough just thought I’d let you know
When the older vet said "well you've been through quite alot, haven't you son", it looked like that struck him inside a bit. Almost like how alot of people feel so much and then finally find someone who understands.
As a Englishman it's so nice to see how respectful you are when reacting to are soldiers you have one of the best reaction channels on UA-cam and love watching your stuff
Thank you for the entertainment
“It took all my youth” incredible. The men and women old and young who have served are the greatest people.
Interesting note - This bloke's mate, Paul McAleese, who was killed in Afghanistan is the son of John McAleese (SAS) who took part in Operation Nimrod (Iranian Embassy siege).
So was this guy SAS as well or a Para? What unit was he in?
Royal Green Jackets.
@@stevovimy Rifles
John Mac from those early 2000s SAS shows? He and Eddie Stone were absolute legends in my eyes, damned shame to hear about his son :(
@@Gazmus yeah that’s him, he died himself of a heart attack a few years after his son Paul died
I did pre jungle deployment training in the winter in wales. -10 it’s was haha. Safe to say the 20 hour close target recce was interesting. We had that much warm clothing on we looked like the Mitchelin men lol
lol. We had some old af long underwear partially wool for cold weather shit. field jackets, 2 sets of wool socks. I totally understand what you mean. mobility was a joke. plus a flake jacket (pre body armor). Lots of jungle, woodland training. Bam - welcome to the desert boys.
@@JamesonsTravels haha awesome
Great production on your reactions marine. Been keeping an eye out and it it’s looking brilliant man. Keep the good work up and keep grinding. Your well on your way to that 1 mil!
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@@JamesonsTravels Yeah, I've seen his stuff and love it, kinda reminds me of you, If you're from the UK.
@@JamesonsTravels you are a wise man, Thank you.
@@JamesonsTravels Gen Dit Commando has an awesome channel
I love your channel man
This put a tear in my eye. I had the honor of being a nurse at the Veterans Home to a Great War (WWI) veteran twenty seven years ago. He lied about his age to get in. I asked why and he is said life was boring on the farm and he wanted good shoes. Makes you appreciate modern times.
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The soldier that the younger lad is talking about is Paul McAleese was actually the son of an SAS soldier (John McAleese) who was part of the team that raided the Iranian Embassy in London in 1979. John McAleese (who passed away in 2011) was known as 'The Real Captain Price'
That young lad when he was asked if he lost anybody, it was the 1000 yard stare. I hope he will be alright.
I have so much respect for these older people that served their Countries.
The sad part is that so many people from younger generations doesnt understand.
My Grandpa served for the Soviet Army and i loved listen to him and his Stories.
Sadly he passed away years ago.
Much respect from a Russian person living in germany. Keep up these great Videos Sir 😉👋
My grandmother fought with the night witches... Her views on patriotism got her in a spot of trouble with the russians. She later was forced to flee to Canada, became a nurse, and went right back to the war.
No, wrong Dennis. Different wars, different people. And of course we all understand
@@chewyfoks1840 my family has been military (every branch twig and leaf on the family tree) going back to the 2 crusade. They've all got some stories. Some wonderful, hilarious antidotes of history not written in the books and others dark and depressing. Some where you have to wonder how much willpower it had to have taken to continue on. I once had this bitchy racist teacher who taught ww2 in the most skewed way possible (apparently all Germans were evil Nazis no exception and they all loved Hitler according to her). She also tried to teach that there were no female fighters in WW2 at all, that if they served at all it was only as nurses. Well... I told told old granny who served in the night witches and the next day she and some old biddies in full dress uniform marched right up down the hall and into the classroom. Picture a female little Russian Yoda, only less green and more cranky. Cranky Russians are scary. Hands on her hips and a "so we wants to learn history from those who lived it?" The teacher tried to take her class back and got the voice I remember looking back as the voice of a DI who just found out someone pulled the plug out of his alarm clock, and his phone charger for good measure (not that I would have known anything about that awesome but of fun mind you) and a "Unless you have something relevent to add I suggest you be quiet". It was great. They talked all day and other students from different classes showed up until we had to relocate to the auditorium. Of course being crazy and Russian they got us all in formation and tried to make us March are asses down...with very little success .
@@Makethemostofit1 filthy communist
I bet you love Karl Marx
I know ste, absolute top bloke who’s doing a lot to break the stigma of ptsd 👊
good dude. he had me choke up a bit. i could see his pain. Not sounding like a sjq douche but he had it. I hope he finds his zen.
@@JamesonsTravels I had seen this clip before. No person with a whiff of empathy could not feel his pain, which was in every fiber of his body. I hope he will find the answer to the question.
@@JamesonsTravels Being able to feel this man’s pain isn’t in any way being an SJW douche. It just means you’re human. SJWs are the types that whinge about major Hollywood productions featuring gay or nonwhite characters not using *actual* gay or nonwhite actors.
For me I still have a lot of depression issues and many of the best and bravest people I ever served with killed themselves. I was lucky I found that going into teaching and helping my students was enough to keep me centred and while I will always have issues I've been free of medication for almost 2 years now although I'm quite enjoying lockdown as I don't have to deal with as many people.
Used to talk the old vets from the Gallipoli War when I was like 14-16 years old.
They always been happy to just talk about it over a cup of tea.
Their stories helped me a lot to overcome some issues I had to face during my Service.
'Heroes' is a term that is used casually and often lazily. Sports people, celebrities etc. are often accoladed as 'heroes.'
What we have just witnessed in this video are real heroes. We owe them a real debt of gratitude. The narration and analysis was first class. I salute them all.
@K4nzler communism
I agree the term hero is used far too often. But this also applies to military and first responders. I was an officer for over a decade. I've been called a hero numerous times, yet I've never done anything heroic. I've done my job, but nothing heroic. A hero is an extraordinary thing. Anyone doing a job is owed a paycheck, not necessarily a debt of gratitude. Being deployed isn't heroic, it's their job. Same thing with firefighters and police officers. They can all do something heroic (anyone can), but simply doing your job isn't heroic. Not in my opinion. That sentiment has always bothered me. Maybe because I almost feel like a fraud having been called that, despite not deserving it.
@K4nzler that young guy put his life on the line to fight terrorism
@K4nzler Wow, you have been brainwashed hard. I feel very sorry for you.
My dad was in 87ID at the Bulge and never talked about WWII 'til the 80s. When I was a little boy I asked, "Daddy, did you fight in the war?" He answered, "I fought and I fought and they still made me go." I didn't appreciate that until I was elegible for the draft in the Viet Nam era. Don't get me wrong: I never served. When I dropped my deferment in '72 my number was 206 and the only called to 190. I told that to an Air Force vet and he said, "So you missed Viet Nam?" I answered, "Not even a little bit." Too many of my friends came back traumatized, shot up, or not at all. I can only imagine what warriors go through. That it took my dad, one of the most honest and strong men I've ever known, 40 years to get this crap off his chest speaks to the amount of hurt carried by our military.
I'm german, essentially all my male relatives that were old enough joined the military one way or another and fought during World War 2. I didn't realise it as a kid that much but when I look back and talk to my father about it, I remember sitting at birthday parties in the 90s and all the guys were battered people, missing limbs, eyes, fingers, toes, were blind etc. and something a lot of germans can probably relate to: they drank warm beer. But I never thought much about it because that's how they always were. Granted as a german you are confronted with what your grandfathers did during the war at some point and there is no way really around it, but by simply talking to them you could not have figured out what they went throught or what they did.
I just remember my paternal grandfather always being on edge, he was never violent towards my grandmother or my father and his siblings but he was loud, very loud always screaming if something didn't go his way and afterwards he drank himself into a blackout. I think that's how most of them coped with things, just like you said - they started drinking. Together with the trauma of what they went through, what also played a big role is how they were portrayed in the media - they were the bad guys, my grandfather was well aware of that but it still nagged on him when the media said "liberated by the allies from the nazis", you can't liberate someone from themselves, you can "beat" the nazism out of them but you can't liberate a country from it's inhabitants. So before everyone jumps on me I'm in no way or form saying everyone was a nazi but in the words of my grandfather "you would have had to be blind, deaf and an idiot to not realise what was going on"
@Bren Da Berry well common soldiers were also German people, many of them were members of Nazi party. First war crimes of WW 2 were not committed by SS but by common soldiers. Executions of civilians in first days of war. I always hated that people separated Nazi Germany from people that composed it. Hitler unlike Mussolini was elected, he never hid his war tendencies. Now i don't blame modern Germans for what their parents and grandparents did, i do blame them for disgusting attempts to distort history so in 50 years nobody would be able to say that whole nation is to blame for war not just small political group. Terms like polish death camps or whole series of movies about heroic Wermacht are examples of that, Wermacht is responsible for first war crimes of WW 2. It's like with US civil war, today there is so many people that try to claim that slavery was just minor issue for south when it was one of the main causes for war and was not without importance for common soldiers.
My great grandfather fought alongside the Germans in WWll (in the Balkans) they were considered heroes in many parts of east/south Europe, when he even said, the Wehrmacht and SS were greeted with flowers, food and beverages, in Croatia, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Macedonia, Bosnia etc. what it was, these people were suffering at the hands of communism/Bolshevism, Germany felt a sense of duty to protect Germany and Europe from Bolshevism. This truely was a cancer to Europe, Germany did a lot of good things at the time that are never acknowledged but should be!
@@augustuslunasol10thapostle Hitler was elected by Hindenburg to his position, NSDAP had 37.3% votes in 1932 and that made them the biggest party in Germany. Next in line was SPD 21.6% and KPD 14.6%. In 1933 members of KPD switched sides and joined NSDAP in great numbers so don tell me that most Germans were against NSDAP. In 1933 over 39mln Germans voted (88%), NSDAP got 43% votes SPD 19% and KPD 12% that means that most Germans did support NSDAP and Hitler.
Wermacht always was skipped when it came to talk about war crimes and crimes against humanity that lead to myth that Wermacht basically nothing to do with war crimes. The truth was that they were no bette than SS and since 1942 regularly participated in war crimes on polish and jewish people. In the first week of war Wermacht soldiers murdered over 600 people civilians and POW.
@@BudgetGainsByJJ I like the German people, my Grandparents all fought in WW2 for the allies, the express aim of the German army in the Ease was to create living space by either enslaving or killing those who did not meet there insane racial purity laws.
Goering after the Germans went into The Ukraine went against his generals who stated the people could be allies & stated they were to be nothing more than slaves.
Combine this with extermination of the disabled, political opponents, homosexuals & anyone who they deemed unworthy of life.
All the good they may of done in areas Stalin occupied pales into insignificance when you look at what they did to the Poles, Soviet civilians, Jews, disabled, Gypsy’s & anyone they saw as enemy’s.
The allies especially the Soviets in WW2 were not blameless, but the western allies did not exterminate entire populations.
I remember my grandfather. After pension he regressed, never talked about what he been through and hardly moving out of his chair. He hated Germans and loved Russians because he was with them in POW camp. The nice moments with him were rare but golden.
My grandfather was the same way. Never talked about the military and when I asked he just said he worked on planes. Well that wasn’t the case, when he died they had a huge military funeral for him and talking to some of his friends that showed up it turned he was an incredible soldier. My grandmother later that day showed me all his medals. I was too young to really understand but he was an incredible person much like yours it sounds. I feel it was the greatest generation
@@spfadden082711 The funny thing is vets usually would be like him. They were just some soldier that did stuff... it was the men they served with that were the heroes.
If it wasn’t for the Russians we would’ve had a much different outcome. I don’t get all the Russian hate here. Just look up how many Russians died and what their society went through during WW2. Horrifying really.
@@bumstead1383 Not to mention the aftermath of WW II with Stalin's reign. Gulag galore and all that.
@@kinagrill so many men died they had children working in war machine factories. We don’t realize the hell germany put them through. I forget how long it took them to recover from it. I guess America war profiteers needed a new enemy so they created one w Russia. Man human greed
For some reason I always find the "Old Man Handshake" so wholesome and pure. Where he puts his other hand on top of the shake as a welcoming gesture. It just always gave me the impression that they were engaged with you, invested in hearing what you have to say, and glad to have the opportunity to talk to you
I don't know about the Americans but in WW2 my dad always referred (in his diary) to "shell shock" as "bomb happy"
He wrote of one poor soul who was bomb happy, and was sent to a rearward medical center,. He complained incessantly that he needed something to do, so after much soul searching they gave him a gun and put him on guard duty. He was found next morning dead having fired 2 rounds, the first one missed the second one blew his brains out! Sad.
Wtf
My always called it shell shock he was a WW2 vet also
You may be interested to learn that the younger guy mentioned Paul McAleese who was killed in Afghan in 09. His father was SSgt John McAleese, an SAS operator who took part in Operation Nimrod - the Iranian embassy siege in London in 1980.
God bless brave soldiers that fight on all sides
Indeed.
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@Rich D he said soldiers not terrorists
@Rich D Soldiers /x/ Terrorists
Agreed
It’s crazy to see how the younger lad is just in his hard times and is not the proudest of his accomplishments as a soldier, whilst the older lad wore his medals and uniform like it was true patriotism. And I love how your commentary just blends in with both sides and your empathy makes it a very good commentary. 👍🏽
Well you have to understand the older guy was defending everybody in Britain and Europe. Of course he is patriotic that is something to be very proud of. The young soldier was invading a nation
@@eli4984 Yup, but the common thing that both sides have, are orders.
This is beautiful. Old generation soldiers give me the chills
My father was at the Battle of the Bulge too
Damn j.t., damn near makes us brothers. Haha
I hope this your man realizes just being able to sit down and talk with one of the these men a Man of this caliber I hope you realize it is a complete honor
One of my best friends in school, his dad was in Vietnam, and I knew him when we were young. But I ended up working with him the last six years before he passed away. The guy was always happy and singing and a joy to be around. Then when it was just the two of us working together, he would tell me stories about his time over there. Most of the time I would just sit silently and listen. He knew I was interested but I wouldn't ask him anything until he stopped talking. He had amazing stories of how it really was over there. He hated the way hollywwod portrayed the war. He was one of my all time favorite people ever. RIP sir. You are gone but not forgotten
You can see how he almost broke down when the old vet said "you've been through a lot, haven't you son". Moving
Man... damn... just damn.
I'm a civilian, I'll never understand the life or the experience of a soldier, being on the frontline, training, being shot at, losing your mates, etc, etc. But I just feel like that I HAVE to express some kind of respect, some kind of acknowledgement for what soldiers go through and have gone through. Even if perhaps they feel its not warranted or maybe even disrespectful in some regards, I think acknowledging just what was sacrificed, either their lives, their friends lives, or the time served, is one of the first ways to honor about these strong and proud people.
So thank you, for anyone who's served. If you don't hear it from anyone else, then I'll say I'm proud of what all you guys have done and put yourselves through, just so people like me and many others don't have to. I hope you folks that are either still in, or out and trying to adjust, are able to find the strength to keep moving forward.
The level of respect between the two men is great to see
I left the army 20 years ago and still found this very hard to watch, but still worthwhile. Many thanks.
"guy in vr talks about their worst day as a soldier", it's 20 min but appreciate if you took a look at it.
That would be a good one. It'd be cool to see his response to the existence of VR chat as well
He needs to watch that. The lead bit got me.
Just saw the follow-up video and it's rough to watch
@@anthonybarriga8552 link?
@@Waves4now look it up
Ive had the privilege of meeting at least 3 ww2 vets, all of whom as far as I know have since passed, ive mainly seen more korea and Vietnam vets amoug the vets who've fought in all the middle eastern conflicts over the last 20 to 30 years
My dad served in the Royal artillery in the 50's and spent his entire army career in Germany, think he always felt guilty that he was never sent to Korean war but lost friends there! Have the utmost respect to anyone who serves in the military, as a civilian I don't think I'd be able to do the things you amazing people do! ❤️ From 🇬🇧
It's not just mental health for vets, it's the fact that we have so many homeless vets. They sacrificed to protect us and in return they get the boot.
Help our homeless veterans people 🇺🇸🇺🇸
The solution for that is to just build a good economy which improves job opportunities. Many people push for welfare for veterans but that isn't the solution, that's the problem. When guys get out they are totally in charge, which if they went in as a kid, it is a totally new experience to not really have someone guiding the overall big picture. Veterans need to be weaned off Uncle Sam's safety net and start carving their own path. Many vets started business that hire veterans and that certainly helps in the sense of leading by doing, but also guys need to watch themselves while serving. Everyone knows the one guy who blows all his money every chance he gets with the mindset that he will get more, or the guy who thinks that the second he gets out if he dumps all his money into a venture he will get rich quick. If you see that kind of guy, you have to stop him before he screws himself. In Angry Cop's older videos he talked a little bit about this so it is good that more people are looking after each other, and not expecting some government program or law to be the solution when it is not how it is going to be fixed.
Not a veteran but did grew up in Marine family , but in terms of ptsd , I felt this one. Thanks for sharing this and how you break the information down so it's better to understand. I think a lot others with PTSD really appreciate it!
I bumped into a old war vet in a pub one night years ago and we got talking was a honourable moment. I bought him 3 whole half pints 😂 he was a legend 💪
I have never met one WWII vet. I would like to meet any and thank the for saving us. They where just young man's at their time. Brave brave man!
Heard about a young US paratroper that met a veteran i France, said something like this - I done 20 jumps, said the young soldier - I only did three ,Sicily, Normandy and Nederlands.
This was a great conversation with some good insight into their experiences. Great commentary, as always.
thanks. i fit in between the 2 so interesting to see both sides.
The younger lad in this video actually did a follow up video where he addressed some of the comments that was really interesting. A lot of people made some very stupid and ill-thought comments aimed towards the guy and the manner and way he answers them really adds to his character. You should definitely consider taking a look at that video and see what you think, it reveals a lot about how society view veterans like him
What’s the specific name of the video
That was a really good one
@@itsogshow just gonna have to go onto lad bibles channel and go back. Think it may have been a month or two ago
I've a lot of respect for people in the military who put themselves in harm's way for us. For the politicians who send them out, not so much.
What was that quote? Something to the effect of "War is waged by kings but fought and won by soldiers"
And without disrespect "harms way for us" ? I don't think these past wars had anything into fighting for freedom or protecting your country etc (unfortunatly). That's why I respect the military (like any other profession) but I will never say "thank you for your service". The soldiers are not forced, they choose this path, they are trained, prepared and paid to be the armed hand of a country. Again, I am not being mean or rude but I never understand this kind of thinking, I don't see many people thanking the people taking out the trash and yet they have an impact far more important and visible than the military have on our lives.
Gen. Gray was my Commandant, too; but he retired right before I graduated boot camp in 1990. That dude is still kicking it at 94 years old! 👏
When I was in the Corps, Gen Gray was the CG of 2ndMarDiv. I was with WPNS 3/6 at the time and I remember when he came. In his first week he had "meetings" with all the NCO's of 2ndMarDiv at the base theater. His message: "we go as you go"...I reenlisted soon after
When I was a young boy, I remember sitting at the kitchen table with my Gramps (known as Pappy). He would speak to me and my brother about some of his experiences in WWII. He was Navy aboard a Destroyer (Tin Can he said). It was quite evident that he hated his enemy still at that time. He carried that hatred with him all his life. From what I can remember (I’m 65 now and also a Navy Vet) much of his hatred stemmed from the atrocities he personally witnessed that were committed by the enemy against not only his own shipmates but but those warriors who fought them island by island. He retired an E-7 and drank as long as I knew him.
I remember being around an old great uncle from the First World War, Australian light horse, charged Beersheba on horseback, the last great charge, was going to say cavalry but they weren’t cavalry, the idea of the light horse was to ride on horseback to where you had to be & then advance on foot, but they shocked the enemy by not dismounting & charging under the guns, amazing shit
But he never said much, served in WW2 too, different generation, much tougher than us, had a mind of their own, didn’t need large government to tell them what to do, they survived on their own wits, but he was a good old bloke, very quiet, lived into his 90s
I did 6 years and I remember reading "With the Old Breed by E. B. Sledge" and one of things that struck me most was through the horror, hate and gore the thing that bothered/confused them most was when a buddy offed himself. One of the best books I have ever read.
I served in my tiny country for 2 years full time as an Armored Engineer and an infantry GMPG Gunner for my subsequent 10 years reservist. My role was coastal defence at where we hosted the US Navy. Saw and chatted with many US Navy personnels while shopping in the same store. Being Asian, their free size socks I could wear till my knees hahaha fond memories... Another memorable part of my service was when we did patrolling on a truck with my MG mounted and with the night googles, I could see many US Navy officers having fun after their nights out
Simply 2 warriors learning about the philosophies of each other's time. Old man fought in conditions likely more difficult (trench warfare, less advanced gear, etc) and acknowledging how despite the conditions he at least wasn't in a 10+ year war. The younger man knowing that he was pushed from war to war but knowing how he had a lot of things the old man didn't.
Huge love and respect from France. Thanks to these men to speak about their lifes, and their job, and thanks to you for your commentary. Mental health problem made me choke too, something must be done for the soldiers about that, to much good lads turn into shadows of themselves after their services and never came back...that's unaceptable.
What I appreciate about UA-cam is that it allowed people with military backgrounds to show others that they too are humans. It certainly helped somewhat with alleviating the common belief that soldiers are monsters, a stigma being perpetuated by the mainstream media.
Toilet stream media.
FTFY.
Thank you for your service James, I have been with this channel for like 6 months now and you have given me a new look on military life and true appreciation for all men and women in the military. Thank you my friend 🙏🏼🙏🏼
This young man is in deep pain... I wish only the best for him for now and the future!! 🙏🇬🇧
War is hell. Both of these men have served their respective country's with honor. These are just two out of millions. WW2 or the Afghan war it's all mental and we as Civilians will never be able to put ourselves in their shoes. The WW2 vet was literally fight an enemy that had (failing) hopes of taking over the world. As the Afghan vet fought an enemy within its own border. I as a civilian will take time to speak to vets and thank them for their service cause man or woman. They are a better man/woman than myself. I couldn't do it. To all the vets that are out there. Thank you!
It’s amazing that he says, “as long as you’re going forward, you’re going the right way. Wars used to be fought on fronts... now they’re fought on all sides.
JT if you see this, thank you! I was classified 4F in 1979 with a childhood eye injury when I tried to join the Marines. God bless you, your grandfather and father, and your family for all the sacrifices!
Miss my step brother, homes been kind of a wreck about him, and my grandmother and my great grandmother pray every morning and night for him, we love him infinity and beyond, hope to see him back soon, he's been in the Navy a while.
Grew up with my maternal grandfather. He died in May of 2019 at 101 years old. He fought with the Big Red One from North Africa all the way through Sicily and Europe. I miss hearing him talk about it.
What a gent this old geezer is so polite so respectful
My great granddad was in ww2 north africa. Was hit in the leg at el alamein had to walk with a cane rest of his life. My granddad was always said he never wanted to talk about war and when they would see his friends who he served with they would never talk about it. He never accepted his medals either didnt want a thing to do with them. Interesting man my great grandfather shame I never met him
Its always a few situations that affect you mentally, as those situations build up, it becomes harder and harder to keep the thoughts at bay when you have vivid memories.
Once I heard "General Gray", we were instant brothers. I remember him being the ONLY CMC that took his command photo in utilities while everyone else was in their Alphas. He followed PX Kelly; removed the enlisted chevron from the covers, white skivie shirts became green, and the Marine Corps Institute (MCI) courses grew to a book volume of required reading as opposed to the single handbook. Gen Gray attended VMI, rose to Sgt, then was given his commission once his paperwork confusion was cleared. I met him as the CG of 2dMarDiv, then recognized him as CMC. I will never forget is camo dinner jacket.
I found the video combined with the commentary very moving. I haven't served in the military, but was an undertaker for a number of years.
Since leaving I've become interested in PTSD arising from dealing with dead bodies on a daily basis, including kids, crushed people, etc etc.
It's too easy, especially in the older generations, to just shut it away and label it 'just part of the job'. Recognising it doesn't detract from your service, but dealing with it is important.
This video is a very moving public service. Thank you.
I served in OIF/OEF (Navy) and have lost three friends that I served with. One to his own hands, and two to OD'ing to hard drugs years later. We need to do better for our vets. I got out 15 years ago and am finally getting help and going through the VA to get rated. There is nothing wrong with getting help, there is nothing wrong if you don't feel right. Seek help if you need it, we lose too many already
Zach, men like you have the constitution but its hard to ask for help for many. they get into a hole and it seems hard to get out of. The part that is missing is most people they compete with in work (for example) are weak in comparison. They dont know long hours, crappy hurry-up and wait and having to do things when you dont want to over and over. that is the skill many vets need to realize they have and harness it.
Back in 04 when I was a senior in high school, I had went through basic between my Jr and Sr year. For veterans day they wanted me on stage with other vets. A Korean vet, Vietnam, and sitting right next to a WW2 vet. I didn't belong up there at all. It was embarrassing. Though being able to intimately talk to a WW2 vet was one of the most amazing things I've ever experienced. The moment this man says he fought in WW2 he has every ounce of my respect. Us vets have immense respect for WW2 vets. They're as close to gods as we'll ever get.
My dad used to tell me how his dad (ww2 vet, pacific theater) would get drunk then yell/say mean stuff to the neighbors. (neighbors happened to be Japanese) But his dad would never talk directly about anything from his service. (never met my grandpa. he died when I was a year and a half old)
I went to Iraq in 05. My MOS was mechanic but downrange you do what's needed and my boys and myself found ourselves doing convoy security. We were guntruckers. We were outside the wire as much as combat arms guys. Until 2011 I never realized (or maybe just didn't want to admit) how much it changed me. My mom couldn't understand why I wasn't the same but my dad knew. He tried explaining it to my mom but I don't know if she ever really excepted it. (she passed away three years ago so I'll never know) 2011 I finally admitted I needed help and went to the VA. It helped some. At least it gave me the tools to deal with things better.
I was medically retired in 2012 after 23 years of service. I still miss the Army but have found something to fill the void and it helps a lot.
thanks for your service glad youre okay
Thank God you’re healthy, and thank you for your service. God bless you.🙏🏽
God bless you sir
The biggest thing I see here is "RESPECT"... Veterans are always, mostly very respectful. Respectful in general, but especially to one another. Visit a VA hospital sometime, all the patients, Veterans are very happy, and respectful to one another. Its not like any other hospital you might visit.
It's very interesting to listen to these 2 men talking about the manner with which they fought and why. I had an uncle who fought in the 2nd world war then was deployed to Korea with the New Zealand K force in 1953. His brother was in the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) where 6 loch class frigates (submarine hunters) were deployed, and although the conflict lasted 3 years, the New Zealand defence force remained until no longer required. The 6 frigates returned to New Zealand waters, however the frigate 'Pukaki' was deployed to the Malayan conflict. I've enjoyed this video. Thanks for posting.
I put off watching this for a bit, when the young lad said its the 10 year anniversary for Paul McAleese it hit home for me. Remember John McAleese or Mac from the Iranian embassy siege and the SAS survival secrets.... well that was his son.
My Gran dad was in 7th Gurkhas Rifles
He fought in WWll used to tell me stories how they entered Japanese & Nazis tent at night and start cutting them when they in sleep. Next morning when the commanders wake up the job was done.
After my Gran retired & passed away.
My dad joined in the same regiment Than he retired after 1982 Falklands war. And than elder brother joined in still serving
And now was my turn joined in but not as Gurkha but as regular British soldier
Joining as Gurkha was playing a lucky dip for me 50%chance outa 10,000 lads
But Had to keep the tradition flowing on.
Will never let the family traditions & history fade
"Better to die than to live like a Coward"
Jai Gurkha
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“You need to learn the fundamentals of war! So you have to stand up, load your musket...wait? I’m not an old head basketball coach?” - my coach
God bless you all who served. You are true heros
My buddy got out and suffered with ptsd and he was not right at all. He found help through marijuana and group retreats where they all talk and give helpful advice. But before that he was about a inch from taking his life before he got in this group. He did a 180 and is a great father and provider. Thank your service members and look them in the face when you tell them.
There were times where Service members from both sides look at each other as another person than an enemy.
A prime example would be German Pilot Franze Stigler. He Spared and save an American B-17 bomber pilot and escort it to a safe air space. The two pilots meet each other years later in the early 1990s.
I was a kid when war broke in Kosovo. The horrors I've seen still haunt me to this day. If it wasn't for the US troops, me and rest of my family wouldn't be here today. God bless the US. we in Kosovo are forever indebted!
We didnt deploy during the war, it was the peace keeping misson when Kosovo was having its first elections. Paid holiday tbh. Kosovo is a gorgeous country. (beautiful women as well for any single lads looking)
@@beanspud88 Well. Seems you were with the ground troops. You fellas had nothing to worry about. But there was the bombing campaign that set everything in motion. I remember, It was 8 Pm. We were glued to the TV watching the news, when they announced the bombing has just begun. And literally a couple minutes from that, We heared the most beautiful blast sound. A huge explosion that shook the house windows and doors. It was the sound of hope after a long time we deemed ourselves perished! Kosovo people will be forever with US in ease and hardship! I agree about the ladies.. haha
remember that when china comes knocking on are door in months come
@@Artmiri Guess we ignore the thousands of dead civillians aswell as the uranium ammo used in the war still affecting serbia and other countries aswell as how Kosovo is basically a drug infested warlord state?
No child should be forced to horrors of war.Ever since I learned about the war in Yugoslavia I have despised the Serbian’s actions against its opponents
Great video, helps me relate. Im an afghan vet decade of service in the Canadian armed forces, sandbox took my leg. IMO for what ive been through The canadian public is very unappreciative of their wounded and suffering, just the military in general. Met a few people who truly did care but the majority just lip seevice
THANKYOU FOR THIS ONE
We need to start working with them the minute we can get our hands on them. Full on mental health care and huge ammounts of support. I met a recently retired Army Mechanic of the Canadian Army while I was on my honeymoon campout. He was cycling across Alberta and BC in order to help him re-unite with the life he had to leave behind. There is something to be said for being able to help out in some way. Make America great, support returned soldiers.
I can say the one thing I sort of miss about the military is the structure and camaraderie. Out here in civilian land you don't come across that much at all unless you run into or work with other Vets. Oh and by the way to any civies out there, don't ask a vet if he or she has killed anyone. for the love of God, its annoying and its really none of your business
@I Am Who I Am Ja
I’m 18 and have PTSD from extensive trauma from my parents. I’ve always felt misunderstood and like I’m the one left out looking in, because I can never be in the moment. I really appreciate your work this video put a lot of things in perspective. Makes me realize I’m not the only one. Your so right about standing up, taking charge, and just winning, I think it’s just how are brains work. I have no desire to be in the military but I will always have tremendous amounts of respect for the men and women who are in. Keep up the amazing work man! Inspires me to become something and how nothing really matters from the past, it’s just the future we need to focus on.
Love and respect man!! Thank you for your service.
Great video, you hit the nail on the head.
thanks James. this one got me a bit. hit home for several reasons.
Amazing video and great commentary. I've never served, never been in a war but I can recognise trauma when I see it. Brave men, I've nothing but admiration for these guys.
Thank you for your service to the three men in this video...you are all very much appreciated