Veterans' Foundation
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"I was a homeless ex-soldier - now I run a charity that helps saves the lives of British veterans."
Paul Matson spent four years serving with the Royal Artillery during the 1980s, but on leaving the military he struggled to cope with the transition and ended up homeless.
But having rebuilt his life, Paul set up Hull4Heroes - a charity that now provides vital services to veterans within the community.
Please take a few minutes to hear Paul’s story.
*You can help charities like Hull 4 Heroes by playing the Veterans’ Lottery.
Please help us support those in need and be in with the chance to win £75,000 every month: www.veteransfoundation.org.uk/lottery/join/?
Veterans’ Foundation supports over 400 UK-based military & Veteran charities. We have given over £20 million to these charities and proj...
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"The IRA made my life a living hell." Former British solider's PTSD nightmare
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John Cutting completed back-to-back tours of Northern Ireland during the height of The Troubles in the early 1970s. It was an experience he’s never been able to forget. Struggling with crippling PTSD, his life spiralled downwards to the point where suicide seemed the only way out. But then he discovered art. Now, thanks to the support of military charities, he's found a way of managing his ment...
"I spent 33 years in the British Army - now I'm helping veterans in need."
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John Harker MBE enjoyed a distinguished 33-year career in the British Army before taking up the role as general manager at Veterans into Logistics - a charity the Veterans’ Foundation is proud to support. Please take a few minutes to learn how the players of the Veterans’ Lottery are helping our ex-service personnel to rebuild their lives. You can help British veterans in need by playing the Ve...
"How I climbed Everest as a double amputee." Gurkha war hero's incredible story
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Hari Budha Magar was serving with the Royal Gurkha Rifles in Afghanistan when he stood on an IED and lost both his legs in the explosion. That could have been the end of his story. But in a remarkable display of strength, courage and resilience, Hari has defied to odds and in 2023, he became the first double above knee amputee to summit Mount Everest. Please take a few minutes to hear how he di...
"PTSD left me at rock bottom." Afghan veteran reveals how he battled with his mental health demons
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Dean Leake spent 12 years serving with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, completing tours of the Falklands, Afghanistan and South Sudan. But on leaving the military, he struggled with the transition to civvy street and found himself battling PTSD before hitting rock bottom. Now, thanks to Hull4Heroes - a charity the Veterans’ Foundation is proud to support - he’s been able to rebui...
"I was hit in the face with a rifle grenade - half my head was missing."
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Chris was a Lance Corporal serving with the Royal Logistics Corps in Iraq when he was hit in the face by a rifle grenade travelling at 1,500 mph. The injuries he suffered were catastrophic. But Chris refused to let his disabilities define his life and has since completed a number of incredible challenges to raise money for Hull 4 Heroes - a charity the Veterans’ Foundation is proud to support. ...
"I felt like a rubbish Dad and husband - now I can provide for my family."
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Daniel Birch spent four years serving with the Irish Guards, but after a kinetic tour of Afghanistan he left the military to start a family. His transition into civilian life proved difficult though. Struggling to find work and look after two children with health problems, he sank into depression. But after contacting Veterans into Logistics - a charity that helps ex-service personnel train as ...
"How I became part of the most fearsome fighting force on the planet."
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‘Better to die than be a coward.’ Gurkhas have been serving in the British Army for more than 200 years, earning a reputation for their bravery and their unwavering loyalty to the Crown. One man who truly embodies the Gurkha spirit is Hari Budha Magar. Hari lost both his legs while serving in Afghanistan but has since defied the odds to become the first double above knee amputee to summit Mount...
"Prison saved my life." Ex-soldier's story from from jail to helping veterans in need.
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Darren Wright spent five years serving with the Royal Artillery but after a kinetic tour of Afghanistan, he was medically discharged with undiagnosed PTSD. His life began to spiral out of control. Battling mental health demons, he found myself homeless, suicidal and facing a stint in prison. Since hitting rock bottom, Darren has found new purpose and in 2020 started Veterans into Logistics - a ...
"I lost both my legs when I stood on a Taliban IED - I thought I was dead."
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Scott Yarrington spent eight years with the Irish Guards before his military career came to a shattering halt when he stood an IED while serving in Afghanistan. The injuries he suffered were catastrophic. But despite losing both his legs in the blast, Scott refused to spend the rest of his days in a wheelchair and has since rebuilt his life. Please take a few minutes to listen to his inspiratio...
"I was wrongly accused of war crimes." Battle of Danny Boy hero Brian Wood tells his story
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Brian Wood was on his first tour of Iraq in 2004 with the 1st Battalion, Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment when he was sent to help save comrades ambushed by militia at Checkpoint Danny Boy. Seriously outnumbered, he led his men into the teeth of enemy fire across open ground in what became known as the Battle of Danny Boy. His actions that day won him a Military Cross for gallantry. However, ...
2Gether with Mark Ormrod E1: Jason Fox
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Trigger Warning: This video discusses suicidal feelings. You asked. We listened. 2Gether with Mark Ormrod is The Veterans' Foundation's powerful new series that takes a fearless look at the stark realities that British veterans face today. The first episode is an honest conversation between two true heroes: Mark Ormrod and Jason Fox. With big hopes come big dreams: the 2Gether series aims to ra...
Jason Fox: "I stood on a cliff and contemplated suicide." Veterans describe their PTSD horror
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The stench of war; the deafening noise of conflict; horrors that are seen that can never be unseen. We thank the British veterans who spoke so honestly in this short film about their combat service and the brutal impact it’s had on their mental health. Help us to support our armed forces and veterans into recovery by playing the Veterans' Lottery. This month’s jackpot is £50,000. Please be awar...
"I was a Major in the Royal Marines - but PTSD left me on the brink of suicide."
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Major Scott Ashley spent nearly 35 years in the Royal Marines, commanding men and women in a variety of combat zones around the globe. In 2014, his exceptional leadership was recognised when he received an MBE from the Queen. But his career came to an abrupt end when he was medically discharged with complex PTSD - and he lives with the mental health challenges that have left him on the brink of...
RAF firefighter's battle with PTSD: 'I was on the brink of suicide - sport helped save me.'
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Darren Young spent 16 years serving as an RAF firefighter before being medically discharged with serious back and neck injuries. Struggling to cope with both the constant pain and the end of his career, he found himself on the brink of suicide. Today, thanks to his family and a love of sport, Darren has rebuilt his life and now dedicates time to raising money and awareness around mental health....
"I died three times at 37,000ft." IED victim's incredible story of survival
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"I died three times at 37,000ft." IED victim's incredible story of survival
"I lost both my legs in an IED blast - then I climbed Everest!" Gurkha hero Hari Budha Magar's story
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"I lost both my legs in an IED blast - then I climbed Everest!" Gurkha hero Hari Budha Magar's story
"I went from firefights in Afghanistan to painting The Queen."
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"I went from firefights in Afghanistan to painting The Queen."
"It was on hell on earth." D-Day veterans tell their harrowing stories from June 6th, 1944
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"It was on hell on earth." D-Day veterans tell their harrowing stories from June 6th, 1944
Royal Marine and triple amputee Mark Ormrod becomes Veterans' Foundation ambassador
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Royal Marine and triple amputee Mark Ormrod becomes Veterans' Foundation ambassador
"Golf is helping to save the lives of British veterans."
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"Golf is helping to save the lives of British veterans."
"A sniper's bullet tore my face apart." Iraq war hero tells his incredible story.
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"A sniper's bullet tore my face apart." Iraq war hero tells his incredible story.
"I wanted to give something back to help veterans." £50k jackpot win in Veterans' Lottery draw!
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"I wanted to give something back to help veterans." £50k jackpot win in Veterans' Lottery draw!
"I was lying in a bomb crater that was filling up with my own blood." IED survivor tells his story
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"I was lying in a bomb crater that was filling up with my own blood." IED survivor tells his story
"I was shot in the chest and bleeding out - but I refused to die." Paratrooper tells his story
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"I was shot in the chest and bleeding out - but I refused to die." Paratrooper tells his story
"I reached down to feel my right leg...and it wasn't there." IED victim tells his incredible story
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"I reached down to feel my right leg...and it wasn't there." IED victim tells his incredible story
British veteran breaks down: "I was 73 and I had no home. Taking my own life seemed the only option"
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British veteran breaks down: "I was 73 and I had no home. Taking my own life seemed the only option"
"My husband's death in Afghanistan spurred me on to help bereaved Forces children."
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"My husband's death in Afghanistan spurred me on to help bereaved Forces children."
"I clean the graves of our forgotten military heroes - it's about respect."
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"I clean the graves of our forgotten military heroes - it's about respect."
Royal Marine: "How I helped break a world record."
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Royal Marine: "How I helped break a world record."

Комментарии

  • @German70711
    @German70711 Час назад

    This man is f**ken beast!

  • @edwardodonnell6857
    @edwardodonnell6857 7 часов назад

    Life is unfair you don’t need to be in a war zone to face discrimination injustice but it certainly cannot help.Good this guy put his mind into something positive creative did not allow ptsd to overtake his life completely.I think any society works better if people are not discriminated against have a fair equal chance.Awful atrocities happen all over the world historically and presently because of a refusal to LISTEN TO THE WANTS NEEDS OF THE OTHER SIDE THE POPULATION.NEGOTIATING is the first step to PEACE.PROSPERITY at another’s cost breeds contempt.A refusal to listen to reason leads to war.

  • @b3as_t
    @b3as_t 7 часов назад

    When a man cries, it doesn't mean he's weak. He's just been strong for too long.

  • @tanulsingh8563
    @tanulsingh8563 15 часов назад

    u not only fought japanese u mainly fought subhash chandra bose's indian national army

  • @antonyhudson5029
    @antonyhudson5029 День назад

    I remember you on the cliff. I shouted to you. I was in a black Ford Fiesta I was

  • @user-uk7np5kw2t
    @user-uk7np5kw2t День назад

    You should not have gone to iraq

  • @davefish4763
    @davefish4763 День назад

    😅

  • @whitney9810
    @whitney9810 День назад

    I feel sorry for the lady, but I don't have any respect or sympathy for the man.

  • @dogwhood9710
    @dogwhood9710 День назад

    Terrible

  • @sir.mathass4712
    @sir.mathass4712 2 дня назад

    Jesus loves you, give your worries and burdens to him. God has a plan for you, trust in his plan for you. It is never too late to turn to God.

  • @QuantumLight923
    @QuantumLight923 2 дня назад

    From one soldier to another, I love you bro, I'm on this journey with you. You're not alone.

  • @QuantumLight923
    @QuantumLight923 2 дня назад

    from one soldier to another, brother.. you're loved. Thank you for serving. its gonna be okay... the journey is long, but we got this. hooah!

  • @LynnPAWZ
    @LynnPAWZ 2 дня назад

    Bravo for all you have done for yourself & countrymen. Thank goodness for that shoulder tap...

  • @LynnPAWZ
    @LynnPAWZ 2 дня назад

    Bless you John. Bravo in lifting yourself up. Your art is spectacular ❤

  • @Chatboy_GPT
    @Chatboy_GPT 2 дня назад

    Definitely an 'alpha male' and not cannon fodder...

  • @user-dq4dg5fj4r
    @user-dq4dg5fj4r 2 дня назад

    What about all of the volunteers who have ptsd no one talks out for them

  • @michaelpcoffee
    @michaelpcoffee 2 дня назад

    You've GOT to talk about it. Not talking about it is part of why it doesn't get better over time. When you recall something; you literally forget it and re-remember it. Doing this in a supportive environment makes the memory become associated with the supportive environment in which it was last remembered.

  • @derry1423
    @derry1423 2 дня назад

    You should not come like the rest of the British army.but all the best and I hope some day you find peace now that the war is over 🇮🇪🙏

  • @Eyeling
    @Eyeling 2 дня назад

    "Children hit me with sticks" get over yourself. Imagine pretending to be the victim like this. He was an armed occupier, they were children, and it was his job to intimidate them.

  • @qouykuhn
    @qouykuhn 3 дня назад

    playing the lottery to help veterans. isn't there a a better way?

  • @user-zv5vy3vf1k
    @user-zv5vy3vf1k 3 дня назад

    Sinn Fein's slogan then was "Brits Out". Now it' seems to be "Rest of the World In".

    • @user-zv5vy3vf1k
      @user-zv5vy3vf1k 2 дня назад

      How so ? The Truth is the Truth.

    • @user-zv5vy3vf1k
      @user-zv5vy3vf1k 2 дня назад

      Oh dear, when confronted with the Truth, play the racist card. Doesn't work on me.

  • @paultoughill6238
    @paultoughill6238 3 дня назад

    Own fault going there

  • @petersherlock1048
    @petersherlock1048 3 дня назад

    If you stayed at home in England you wouldn't be pissing yourself now

    • @paulyjones3966
      @paulyjones3966 2 дня назад

      If he had a choice and you idiots could sort your shit out , he probably could have

  • @mapex1976
    @mapex1976 3 дня назад

    Should of not come over and resigned lad.

  • @jamesmcgradie4269
    @jamesmcgradie4269 3 дня назад

    You made your own life a liveing nightmare murder

  • @dalroache
    @dalroache 3 дня назад

    I love how this gentlemen found art as a way to help with his mental health.....awesome ...thanks for making this video stay blessed

  • @user-yh8we8gn4f
    @user-yh8we8gn4f 3 дня назад

    Absolutely amazing human being, dam just inspiring me to get fitter and appreciate life more, no more complaints from me, life is short,

  • @everydaym8
    @everydaym8 3 дня назад

    He wasn't meant to be there, and it's awful he had to go through that

  • @user-yh8we8gn4f
    @user-yh8we8gn4f 3 дня назад

    Awww tough fella,

  • @neiltal4765
    @neiltal4765 3 дня назад

    Hard luck / Brits out 🇮🇪

    • @crumpetcommandos779
      @crumpetcommandos779 2 дня назад

      but now the whole world is coming in

    • @H09894
      @H09894 День назад

      Now they’re both suffering from mass migration

  • @eddieflynn8248
    @eddieflynn8248 3 дня назад

    What about the Starvation of my country, look up black 47 .and you expect us to welcome you with open arms you should have stayed at home .

  • @Joe3pops
    @Joe3pops 3 дня назад

    British soldier in an Irish land. Been ongoing since 1919. Black & Tans, Special Branch RUC, 3 Para 1976. He signed up for it. Cope with it. 4000 others never had the opportunity to explore art.

    • @RickC-oo1hm
      @RickC-oo1hm 2 дня назад

      Fighting cowards was always going to be tough. You lot killing your own men, women & children in Enniskillen & Omagh.

  • @Mrchungus11C-OIR
    @Mrchungus11C-OIR 3 дня назад

    They lack the courage to do this to their new invaders though. Truly a pointless conflict

  • @ciarandempsey2184
    @ciarandempsey2184 3 дня назад

    I wonder if the thousands of young men falsely interned for a decade in filthy English prison have ptsd.

  • @brianmacc1934
    @brianmacc1934 3 дня назад

    God luv ya , shouldnt be in our country

  • @TheScaryTruthCatalyst
    @TheScaryTruthCatalyst 3 дня назад

    A big thanks from the people of Ulster. I can see shinner bots attempting some historical revisionism, but we all remember how things really were back then.

  • @DadSoderberg
    @DadSoderberg 3 дня назад

    God Bless both of you. He can heal you. Praying for you both.

  • @Zer0JusTice-qh8bc
    @Zer0JusTice-qh8bc 3 дня назад

    A fine example of positivity built on the back of trauma!!! Thanks for your story ! Well wishes to all individuals and communities affected from both sides!

  • @markcarolan5356
    @markcarolan5356 3 дня назад

    Huh, wait until he meets his maker. You'll know misery then pal, never forget!

  • @johnboyd9902
    @johnboyd9902 3 дня назад

    No sympathy.you join the brits.what you expect.over here terrorizing the poor Catholic community.shame on you.killing innocent people.hope the nightmares s keep coming

  • @jimmyoconnell6167
    @jimmyoconnell6167 3 дня назад

    I served 6 tours during the late 70s and 80s with the parachute regiment

  • @f.dmcintyre4666
    @f.dmcintyre4666 3 дня назад

    I feel sorry for John, sad story, I wish him well. Ironically the Irish grubbamint is now doing this to it's own ppl, rebellion coming soon............Bless.............

  • @andrewclarke7019
    @andrewclarke7019 3 дня назад

    What do expect invading ireland ur not welcome and never will be

  • @JackMccann-xe9yk
    @JackMccann-xe9yk 3 дня назад

    Do you not think the Irish people. Has PTSD because of what the brits done.

    • @f.dmcintyre4666
      @f.dmcintyre4666 3 дня назад

      The Irish people have PTSD from their own grubbamint..............

  • @seanfella
    @seanfella 3 дня назад

    As nationalist/Republican I am against having British troops in Ireland, however I can sympathise with this man on a human level. 19 years old thrown in to a war zone then left to rot after his service. He may have been on the 'other side' but we have to acknowledge the hurt and trauma everywhere it exists. Best wishes to you fella and I'm glad you found a healthy outlet in your art.

  • @neilkipling9123
    @neilkipling9123 3 дня назад

    Fighting an unknown enemy who hid behind balaclavas and children is enough to give anyone who served in Northern Ireland nightmares.

    • @conlaiarla
      @conlaiarla 3 дня назад

      I saw with my own eyes British soldiers on patrol in NI using civilians as human shields whilst on patrol. Go spout your bs elsewhere. You were / are not wanted in our country.

  • @nick7602
    @nick7602 3 дня назад

    I know exactly where you’re coming from brother……..did two year tour in NI……great sculptures

  • @patbash5718
    @patbash5718 3 дня назад

    The british government is at fault.

  • @nigelgibbens9864
    @nigelgibbens9864 4 дня назад

    And the queen had tea with a murdering bomber

  • @FaithMadden
    @FaithMadden 4 дня назад