As soon as I got my green card I joined the Marine Corps, and I did it to serve this awesome country that has given me so many great opportunities, Semper Fi
sure special cirumstances form special bonds....but thank you? for what? serving companies? being to stupid to use their brain? for the rest of the world i thank all of the american veterans who throw their lifes away to serve imperalism. we highly approciate that, and the next chance we get we will kill you all. thank you
I've never served in the military. I have 2 brothers that served,one in the Army ,and my younger brother in the Marine corps and was a Lance Corporal. My younger sister in the Air force. I understand and I respect our Military and am continually greatful for there service. And I thank all of our Military for all they do and have done for this country. I do understand and appreciate them for there service!!!!!!!
Beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes with NO AIR FORCE, NO NAVY , NO SAT Comm... Participating in UNCONSTITUTIONAL BABY KILLING> Did you forget about that? We have LESS freedom since these Wall Street mercenaries have been "fighting for freedom" and nation building by destroying. The US involvement in the Nation Building has been a total WASTE. No existential national security threats. NINE undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasions the past 50 years. The US is 0-9 in these foolish nation building adventures. These are Wall St. invasions. Actually created the conditions for WWIII. The use of US military as "Nation Builders" is a complete FAILURE!
@sam singh That is not altogether true Sam. In my particular case, my parents were given care by my brother and I until the day they left this earth. My wife's parents as well. And in my wife's case she is disabled from a stroke. I have been her caregiver for the last 15 years. I had never at any time contemplated putting any of them in senior homes or rehab facilities. Was it due to respect? Yes, but love and duty to each other was taught to us from early on. It seems to me that only those with money offload those dependents on others. BTW, I served in the military 71-77.
Veterans are a different breed. We've been without and know what it feels like to be pushed to the limit. I have great respect for all my veteran brothers and sisters! A-CO 1/87 Infantry 10th mountain division 01-04
I'm not a Veteran just a 47 year old civilian but to all Veterans I say thank you for all your sacrifices and lots respect and may God bless you all....
That really choked me up. Those guys displayed absolute honour to that guy, and it must have been beautiful to watch. Well done lads. And thank you Lou.
It’s a wonderful thank you . It’s was terrible when these people returned and were not welcomed but vilified and imagine the families of those who lost members of their families . The bodies of some of these young men were used to smuggle in drugs that was the final disgrace !
One of my younger cousins recently joined the Marines, and while I will always worry for his safety if he is ever deployed anywhere dangerous (I held him in my lap when he was a toddler, and him and his younger brother have always been close to me), I have tremendous respect for his decision to join the military as well. My step-grandfather (whom I consider my real grandfather, as far as my biological maternal grandfather goes he can rot in a ditch for all I care after he just up and walked out on my grandmother and mother. My step-grandfather always treated me like I was his own flesh and blood, I only wish I could remember more of him, as he passed away back in 1996 when I was only 8 years old....tragically his own mother outlived him by several decades) actually served in World War II, and he was about to be deployed overseas when the war ended. I see myself as a bit of a coward, as I doubt I would ever have the guts to do anything potentially dangerous, as I'm very cautious by nature, but I will always have nothing but respect and gratitude for not just the military, but law enforcement, the fire department, and any other occupation where an everyday potential risk to their lives and well-being is just part of the job.
Those guys get it. They were very honorable in doing that. A lot of our Vietnam vets were treated very badly when they got back home. It makes me love this country even more.
War crimes are not due respect in Nam any more than Ukraine Iraq Afghanistan or Yemen. Empire is not worth respecting. Do not be good Germans, Soviets or Russians.
too true, too many of our Vietnam vets were treated badly. and they didnt deserve it at all. they answered our countries call, regardless of whether we should have been involved or not.
Those marines are patriots. They went the extra mile to make this veteran feel good and to be acknowledge for his service and sacrifice during the Vietnam War. Its also about military brotherhood and these marines displayed it. Well done marines! Thank you for all those who serves!
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
@@davidconrad7218 there were soldiers who committed war crimes, but not all of them. And if u wanna blame for the participation, u blame the administration, not the soldiers. The soldiers didn't choose to go to war, it was the government. Not all murderers. Pls do some study before going around judging people, technically the North Vietnam won, but the US military didn't lose, it was a withdrawal due to major reasons. It was a political loss, but militarily, the Americans whooped the Vietnamese asses, US had 58,000 killed, the NV had more than a million killed, so who whooped who ass. Its obvious that American whooped their asses. But of course, u can continue to be a military hater, but by your comment, it just shows u are ignorant.
I served a combat tour 70/71 in Nam. When I returned back to the US I had to take my uniform off in the bathroom to prevent demonstrators from harassing me. It’s never to late to thank a Nam vet for serving his/her country.
Hi jim gaul I like to convey my respect to you as Vietnam veteran. My dad pass from agent orange,he got from his tour in vietnam as a us marine.so I like you to know you and all vietnam vets are loved and respected. By many more americans than not. From grateful son and American.
I hear ya there! When I went thru Basic training in 1990, Mofos we’re getting punched in the Face by the TI (USAF Training instructor)! Things are much easier Now, I think because of lots of Lawsuits, etc... If You wore the uniform, you deserve Respect tho! We were a proud part of The FEW That served compared to the rest of the country’s population!
O Dobb, the day you put on that Uniform. You made it clear to our Nation? That nothing would happen to it. Not on your watch. No matter what would happen. From an Old Iron Soldier. Of the First Armoured Division Artillery 87-89 Nurumberg West Germany. That makes you a Brother in our View. Thank You for your Service and Welcome Home.
You all are making my eyes well up... TY for your service and your sacrifices. Nothing infuriates me more than how veterans are treated nowadays. A friend of mine served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Last summer, young kids were always saying things to him I won't even repeat. It's sickening what's happening to our country TY TY TY for all you guys did and do!! ❤💙❤💙❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏
@@UnderCver-bd1xh I Feel the same way!!! True heroes Headed Home from Vietnam were treated like Americas Most Wanted Criminals, While when we Got off the plane From Serving in operations Desert Shield/Storm/Calm, We Had Kids lined up and wanted Hugs From us and Autographs! I must have signed 25 autographs for kids in Philadelphia alone, mostly for kids ANYONE That was Brave enough to Wear the Us Military Uniform DESERVES RESPECT!! I Was USAF Over 18 years, But I always looked up to the Heroes we Lost and The Heroes of WW2, Etc MAY GOD BLESS THE USA!!! WE NEED HIS HELP NOW!!! WAY TOO MUCH EVIL PRESENT, ESPECIALLY IN THE WHITE HOUSE!!
Thank you both for your service. It's a blessing there are brave men and women like you both who have risked their lives in the name of the well-being of others.
I teach the facts. You try to rewrite history with BIG lies. I have my students watch this in class with parents and grandparents (many who are veterans) They leave weeping and begging forgiveness. They leave hating the Democrat-Republican Wall Street war mongers. ruclips.net/video/kzMeQGw4Bfs/видео.html
David Lape God Bless All who Serves Still serve an has served Past Present & Future that what I call Respect for those who reconciliation others Veterans God Bless with much Love
To us living outside the US it seems, your president and too many americans have forgotten that privileges and honor must be earned and that the outside world is not theirs to rape and rob.
I am an Australian Vietnam Veteran (Army) and I recently toured the USA and I wore my Vietnam Vets Cap. From the moment I left the aircraft I was amazed at the number of people, complete strangers that came up to me and either hugged me or shook my hand and said thank you for your service. There wasn't one day in the whole 4 weeks that someone didn't come up and say thanks. In Australia we have a lot to learn about those that served.
Arthur, I am a US Navy Vietnam Vet. I have lived in Australia for the past 20 years. I think it took the Twin Towers for Americans to appreciate their servicemen. I was never thanked for my service until a visit back home after 911. Then I was thanked by friends who knew me before I enlisted, and were my friends afterward, but it was like they just wanted to forget the war and forget that many of us served. I have to tell you the first time someone (an old high school friend) thanked me and acknowledged my service, it hit me hard, but in a nice way. Mind you, I had a hazardous job, under tough conditions, but I didn't have anyone shooting at me.
Arthur Ventham hey man, just wanted to say thankyou for your service. Although, as an Aussie, I know we don’t have that same patriotism that the US has, that doesn’t mean what you’ve done is any less appreciated. I’m sorry you feel that way but please know a “thankyou for your service” will never do you justice for what you’ve done. I wish I could do more than leave a comment and give thanks, but I truly hope you know exactly how thankful we all are for what you’ve done. Love from a regular young Aussie who feels forever indebted to you for your service. X
Magic Fishing Charters hey man, thankyou for your service! I know that a small comment can’t do you justice for what you’ve done, but please know you are so appreciated. Your comment has intrigued me immensely. I’ve always been interested in the relationship between other servicemen(Americans/Europeans etc) and how they view/their relationship with Australian soldiers. Would you mind elaborating on why Australians were some of the toughest guys you’ve met? I don’t hear much about it and would LOVE to know how men view Australian soldiers. So much love, thanks and respect to you Sir! Xx
I teach the facts. You try to rewrite history with BIG lies. I have my students watch this in class with parents and grandparents (many who are veterans) They leave weeping and begging forgiveness. They leave hating the Democrat-Republican Wall Street war mongers. ruclips.net/video/kzMeQGw4Bfs/видео.html
🇺🇸 Absolutely many do understand sacrifice and appreciate it !! They are true patriotic Americans and they/we shall prevail !! One nation under God !! US Army 86-90 🇺🇸🙏
I joined the Marine Corps, for two reasons: first, my grandmother (first generation American) said this country is worth fighting for. Second reason, is the job the Vietnam Vets did.
You sir survived the worst war that lasted 10 year's . When I was a kid in the 70"s living with my grandparents watching the nightly news every night with Walter Cronkite . He would talk about the Vietnam war every night . You sir are one of the lucky ones who fought for are country that survived . What you and so many other men did is priceless and no amount of recognition or saying thank you for your service is enough gratitude . I salute you with the upmost respect and honor .
Gets me every time... No one seemed to care in the 70s. As a matter of fact, we were less than appreciated. Now it seems like I'm always being thanked for my Service. Perfect timing...
Very true, my father in-law and I share stories..it was ruff he got spit on by numerous people when he came home..but I can see it happening to the kid's now coming home or leaving, with how much hate is brewing for service members.
Watching Walter Cronkite EVERY NIGHT growing up going to College in 1976 My Childhood HEROES were Sitting beside Me and I listened to Them . Son of the Greatest Generation Vet . Thanks to You ALL !
It was wrong that too many people who were against the war did not support the men who fought it. Your dad should have had a parade. I wanted to be a chopper pilot and was in Air force ROTC, but my eyesight wasn't good enough. I dropped out to let them draft me the 1st year of the lottery. I was 1 weeks worth of numbers from being drafted when Nixon came on TV at the end of August and said no more numbers would be taken. There went my GI Bill college. I went to work in a defense factory building mobile communications units for Nam and had a Secret clearance. I slowly turned against the war because of the rules of engagement. Our fighter planes couldn't take out a SAM site in the North because they might kill a Russian advisor. So the SAMs would shoot down our planes and the NVA would send the pilots to the Hanoi Hilton to be tortured. Our troops never lost a battle, but they were never allowed to win the war. I am proud of all of our warfighters and honor their service. It was the Generals and the politicians I despise. Astan proved they learned nothing.
Extremely proud to have been a Marine in Vietnam and to know that five fellow Marines thanked that Navy Vietnam Veteran the way they did. Good ole American Vets.
@@Justintime-sy1sm MAN, you SHOULD understand, just look at the boys coming back today, and the baggage they wear. The difference is that today the public isn't hearing or seeing walter Cronkite rammed down your throat!!!!
I teach the facts. You try to rewrite history with BIG lies. I have my students watch this in class with parents and grandparents (many who are veterans) They leave weeping and begging forgiveness. They leave hating the Democrat-Republican Wall Street war mongers. ruclips.net/video/kzMeQGw4Bfs/видео.html
I love what they did. I'm a VN vet also. I once saw a vet from WW 2 and I asked him about his service. He was a marine at Iwo. I almost broke down and cried. I know what they went through, my uncle, (God bless his soul) was there also and told me many a story. They were of the Greatest Generation, you won't see this happen in the US ever again. I saw that he and his wife had finished dinner, so after I left his table, I told the waiter to give them both a piece of pie and ice cream, tell them it's from another vet. Yes, we vets have a common denominator. Even from the Vets of the 1940's men that enlisted to fight WW 2, to today. We have gone through boot camp and gotten our asses kicked and handed to us. We learned RESPECT. Even here in Costa Rica, where I live, when they find out I am a VN Vet, they even thank me for my service. Evidently, the kids learned about VN, I'm proud to be a Vet, even though our country is going to hell in handbasket. There is an old movie that I wish all of you could watch, it's called "The D.I." with Jack Webb. The part in the basketball court where the commander meets with the mother of a troop that wants out, she say's NO, my husband was a Marine who died at Guadalcanal and I want my son to be a Marine. He will not fail. You will make him a Marine. You will cry, trust me.
@@itsJutzme Thank you for your kind reply. Remember, the greatest generation, our WW 2 vets are a dying breed. Remember them in your prayers, I do. We are free because of them.
I had poor health so i wasn't able to join the military, so i make a deliberate effort to thank the ones who can, It may not be much, but until i can find a better way to support them, that is what i will do to thank them for their service.
It’s a simple gesture that most don’t think about. It means a lot to us. I do it all the time and everyone should. This country was founded on a great idea with promising future for all. I’m a proud United States Marine and love this country. Please thank a vet when you see one it might be the light they need to see on a dark day. Semperfi
Sgt Walker, I agree, we all have our dark days and simple gestures make all the difference. From a Royal Marine to a USMC, we fight for a common cause PMPT
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
@@davidconrad7218 All participants in demonizing veterans, many of whom were drafted, are WAR CRIMINALS. All who participate in hateful acts against American soldiers are, indeed, oath violators, traitors and cowards (as demonstrated by David Conrad). Many who protested against the Vietnam War and spewed vomit and hatred against those returning from it (many of whom were drafted), including FALSELY accusing them all of being "baby killers", went on to support the massacre of babies called "abortion" People like David Conrad are the textbook definition of "traitors", "cowards", "hypocrites", "baby killers", etc.
I experienced a similar event in the state of Washington, where a middle aged fellow insisted on buying my lunch and repeatedly thanked me for my service of nearly 50 years ago. Sure made my day.
Viet Nam was a tough gig. I was a little girl while that war was going on. Mr. Zezoff, you deserved the salute and so much more for serving your country during that terrible war. God bless you and all the Viet Nam War veterans!
When Vietnam Vets returned, we were never thanked for our service to the country. I remember being given the finger and spat upon when disembarking a plane at San Francisco airport. I, too, am very grateful for the acknowledgement and thanks that I receive today.
Bob I didn't act that way. I watched that war on the news as my heart broke. Love ya man and I was glad you came home then, and I am glad your home now.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
My wife and I were in a restaurant eating breakfast, and the server came and got our ticket, and I knew what was up. A couple got up to go pay theirs and our ticket. I got up to say thanks and shake their hands, and the lady gave me a hug. My eyes were tearing up. Also as I write this. I always thank service men for their service when I see them out and about.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
If I see someone wearing a cap stating they were in the military I’ll go out of my way to thank them. They are so grateful to hear that they are appreciated. Each and every one of them deserve that gratitude. God bless each and every veteran.
I am a Vietnam veteran, and in the last few years have been thanked so much for my service, it has reached saturation level. I prayed to God about this and He said, "People have a need to thank you for your service. So go on and receive it." So to any Vietnam veteran who reads this post, the respect and recognition bestowed on me equally applies to you as well. I just happen to be in their cross hairs.
Thanks for you service and take all my respect for you and the others members my brother was a Vietnam veteran and he passaway his name is Orlando Mata Sosa, God blessyou Sr.
When I came back to the States we were told to not wear our uniforms in airports and bus stations because people would spit on us and call us "baby killers". I am glad that service members today do not have to face that.
I was in uniform at a Wendy's & the group before me have the cashier $20 to pay for whatever I ordered. I was surprised when the cashier told me. Thank you every one who has served & is going to serve for your service from one service member to another!
When I was younger and used to watch the news about the Vietnam War I vowed to my self I would thank all the veterans...the way they were treated when they came home was disgraceful..thank you all for your service I may have been just a kid at the time but yall are HEROES ❤️🇺🇲🇺🇲❤️
Marines know the sacrifice, the dedication and the loyal brotherhood of all armed forces! these guys are the best thankyou for protecting our USA!!! May God bless you all, to include my son!!! Thankyou.
Thank you for your service sir and Welcome Home. I’ve got thesame feeling everytime a fellow servicemembers approached me and thank me for my service to the nation. I’m 73 years and also a Vietnam Vet.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
Great story. I, too, am a Veteran but I don't wear it on my sleeve. Not because I'm not proud of serving my country but because so many made the ultimate sacrifice I feel I'm not worthy of any praise I get from others. I live in a town where we have young men and women deploying to Afghanistan on a regular basis and I know any of them may not come home. Every time I see them in a restaurant I pick up their tab and ask the waitress to please not tell them who paid for their meal. I love our young men and women serving our country because today's generation doesn't really care or think about our history and those who gave all so they could be free.
Martin, Like you, I do not like to overshadow those who you and I might call "Real Vets." Like you, I know how lucky we are that we came home. But... Several years after my 8 years in the Navy as an enlisted-man, I became a professional pilot. The chief pilot at one company I worked for was an F-4 Navy Aviator during the Vietnam War. Over there, he was hit and ejected over water, landed in the drink, and was picked up. That mild mannered, retired Lt. Commander said to me: "You volunteered. I didn't; I was drafted. You chose to serve, I didn't. You CHOSE to serve. So tell me, which one of us is more deserving of recognition?" I still make every effort not to overshadow those who gave the ultimate sacrifice as well as those who come home to a prostheses. But quietly, in my heart, I remember that old Phantom pilot who saluted me, and I pop tall and return his salute.
As am I, also a Viet Nam veteran. I considered it an honor to serve my country. My oath of enlistment will never expire. I just pray that one day all the people that hate veterans will see the light and understand what was done for them. I love America.
I was young when the Vietnam War ended but I remember that the soldiers returning from that war were not treated very well by people at that time. These were men who did their duty and did what their country and their government asked them to do. Like all soldiers who go to war they gave up a lot, watched their buddies get injured or die and endured horrific events. They did no less than soldiers from any other war and yet the people of this country, at that time, treated them poorly. It is so nice to see soldiers of that war getting the respect they should have gotten from Americans, at that time. You can hate war all you want, but respect the soldiers.
I am located near the 109th Airlift Wing and run a restaurant on average 2 to 3 times a month a customer will stop and thank a solider in uniform and buy their lunch. This is a great country and we owe thanks to all who are and have served for our freedoms.
Wow, beautiful. As a Navy Vietnam vet myself I never heard the words "thank you for your service" until 9/11. We were treated like criminals for decades.
Those are real men. Paying respect to the men who came before them. Awesome show of respect. Wish we had more of that these days. Great job guys. Much respect to yall. Great job.
I have great respect for marines after seeing them operate in Vietnam. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story. Will always remember those who lost their lives in all the wars and be thankful for the freedom we have.. God Bless the USA.
Just today as I was shopping for groceries, a young lady, perhaps 30 or so walked straight up to me and asked to shake my hand. She thanked me for my service. I had my Navy cap that a friend had given me on my head. I was surprised since I normally don't wear a cap. I told her "thank you so much and that I considered it a privilege to have served". She smiled and said that it exactly what her husband would say since he was a veteran also. It took more than 45 years to hear that but she made my day.
Lou, Sir, veterans occupy a large space in my heart and while i respect all veterans, Vietnam vets stand in my mind because i was a child during that time and the way people treated them was more than shameful. it has been my practice to not only shake their hands and thank them for their service, but to extend a hearty welcome home. God bless you, whether you were drafted or enlisted you went there so that i never had to. i'm eternally grateful.
I served in the USAF in the early 80's, I have done this on several occasions, and if not in a restaurant I will always thank them for their service. I had a WWII vet tear up on me when I took his hand and told him, "thank you so much, this would be a much different place if not for soldiers like you".
I am a Vietnam veteran and wear a Vietnam Veterans hat. It's not un common that Nam vets say welcome home to each other. But more and more young people have been thanking me for my service. I usually ask them if they are from families that have had members who have served and most say yes, but not all. It's a nice trend and it does pull at my heart.
I was just a kid during the Vietnam war. I witnessed the disrespect the men and women of our military had to deal with when they came home. I didn’t appreciate the sacrifice and the pain you went through until I was older. I do now. On behalf of myself and family. I want to say Thank you for your service to our country and welcome home. You are appreciated. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
As a marine, semper fi men. That is being a true marine. Your senior DI would be proud to have trained you. And to the elderly sailor, thank you sir for your service.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
My grandfather- Pearl Harbor Father- Vietnam Brother- deceased Germany Husband- Iraq- Afghanistan I have so much love for my country because our military men and women the sacrifices the bravery and commitment the pride and brotherhood and the protection of all. U make America 🇺🇸 amazing im am humbled and so dame proud of u all thank you for ur service ur hearts courage and ur bravery
Made me cry - thank you so much to those service men and to you. Thank you for all your service! You are what make America great! (Coming from a proud American-citizen who was once an immigrant) 🇺🇸 God bless our beautiful nation
Eve, I agree. The veterans have served in our military to maintain our liberty and securing our beloved country at the risk of sacrificing their own lives. All give some, some gave all. Pray for peace. 🇺🇸
I know this video is a few years old but I just caught it today. No one deserves recognition more than our Viet Nam vets, many of whom were treated horribly when they returned home, and undeservedly so. I remember many years ago (probably early-mid 80s) at a July 4 parade in Newport, RI, a contingent of Viet Nam vets were marching together and while many viewers remained silent, quite a few cheered, clapped, and loudly showed their appreciation. I watched as many of those men began to tear-up at the crowd's reaction. I'll never forget that day and I think it was a turning point when we as a country began appreciating our men and women in service once again.
Having spent a year in Danang in ‘67-‘68, I seriously choked up listening to this man’s great encounter with some of the country’s finest. Thanks for the video - meant a lot!
Thank you sir for your service to our country. The honors you received from the young Marines is a sign of respect, brotherhood and true meaning Of Semper Fi. You sir and those Marines are, or should be, heroes to all the rest of us. God Bless America
My buddy is overseas in the Middle East fighting for his country I told him be safe abs be careful abs that to come home his family and friends need him to come home this was touching
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As soon as I got my green card I joined the Marine Corps, and I did it to serve this awesome country that has given me so many great opportunities, Semper Fi
Thank you for your service.
Will Ortiz Thank you very much for your service MARINE! SEMPER FI!!🇺🇸
john hardin thank you sir, it is such an honor to salute the American flag every time it goes up, Semper Fi
Lazer GoldGaming thank you sir!
Will Ortiz Semper Fi
My husband was a viet nam veteran with two purple hearts. Served 20yrs. Now he standing next to god. We think about him every day and miss him alot.
I thank him for his service.
God Bless him and you and Family in Jesus name
Much RESPECT 🙏🙏🙏🙏
He is not dead ma’am... heroes don’t die ever!!!...
May he rest in eternal peace
If you have never been in the military you just can not understand how veterans feel towards other veterans. Thank you for your service!
I have never been in the military but that is 100% true ..
sure special cirumstances form special bonds....but thank you? for what? serving companies? being to stupid to use their brain?
for the rest of the world i thank all of the american veterans who throw their lifes away to serve imperalism. we highly approciate that, and the next chance we get we will kill you all. thank you
We talk the most shit to each other, but those who have served earned that right. USCG vet.
I've never served in the military. I have 2 brothers that served,one in the Army ,and my younger brother in the Marine corps and was a Lance Corporal. My younger sister in the Air force. I understand and I respect our Military and am continually greatful for there service. And I thank all of our Military for all they do and have done for this country. I do understand and appreciate them for there service!!!!!!!
Beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes with NO AIR FORCE, NO NAVY , NO SAT Comm... Participating in UNCONSTITUTIONAL BABY KILLING> Did you forget about that? We have LESS freedom since these Wall Street mercenaries have been "fighting for freedom" and nation building by destroying. The US involvement in the Nation Building has been a total WASTE. No existential national security threats. NINE undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasions the past 50 years. The US is 0-9 in these foolish nation building adventures. These are Wall St. invasions. Actually created the conditions for WWIII. The use of US military as "Nation Builders" is a complete FAILURE!
This made me cry. The Vietnam veterans never received the respect they deserved when they came home...
The military teaches RESPECT, which is often lacking in the civilian world. Semper Fi.
All of us must remember to respect each other.
Amen...
@sam singh That is not altogether true Sam. In my particular case, my parents were given care by my brother and I until the day they left this earth. My wife's parents as well. And in my wife's case she is disabled from a stroke. I have been her caregiver for the last 15 years. I had never at any time contemplated putting any of them in senior homes or rehab facilities. Was it due to respect? Yes, but love and duty to each other was taught to us from early on. It seems to me that only those with money offload those dependents on others. BTW, I served in the military 71-77.
@@rickklein7792 God Bless you brother!
I've been through some rough times with family myself. I've never abandoned them.
motaki701 : unfortunately respect is going the way of the Dodo.
Veterans have a brotherhood that no civilians have or understand. Respect to all veterans ! former U.S.Marine, Vietnam vet 0311
Jack roper thank you for your service sir. Semper Fi
Jack, hoah!
Aint no "former", you still are. As a matter of fact, 1st Sgt said you have duty next week. lol rah!
Veterans are a different breed. We've been without and know what it feels like to be pushed to the limit. I have great respect for all my veteran brothers and sisters!
A-CO 1/87 Infantry 10th mountain division 01-04
Thank you for your service, Semper Fi
I'm not a Veteran just a 47 year old civilian but to all Veterans I say thank you for all your sacrifices and lots respect and may God bless you all....
get over that Propaganda bullshit they fought on the evil side.
As a Retired USAF Veteran I say thank you for your support 🇺🇸
Sir, Thank You for your Support 🇺🇸
That really choked me up. Those guys displayed absolute honour to that guy, and it must have been beautiful to watch. Well done lads. And thank you Lou.
It’s a wonderful thank you . It’s was terrible when these people returned and were not welcomed but vilified and imagine the families of those who lost members of their families . The bodies of some of these young men were used to smuggle in drugs that was the final
disgrace !
US Marines, No better friend no worse enemy. Semper Fi
Yep, Trust a Marine with your life, just not your girlfriend, or your money, or your liquor...lol
As the wife and now the mama of a United States Marine, AMEN!🇺🇸🙏🏼❤️🇺🇸
Ooh-fkn-rah
One of my younger cousins recently joined the Marines, and while I will always worry for his safety if he is ever deployed anywhere dangerous (I held him in my lap when he was a toddler, and him and his younger brother have always been close to me), I have tremendous respect for his decision to join the military as well. My step-grandfather (whom I consider my real grandfather, as far as my biological maternal grandfather goes he can rot in a ditch for all I care after he just up and walked out on my grandmother and mother. My step-grandfather always treated me like I was his own flesh and blood, I only wish I could remember more of him, as he passed away back in 1996 when I was only 8 years old....tragically his own mother outlived him by several decades) actually served in World War II, and he was about to be deployed overseas when the war ended.
I see myself as a bit of a coward, as I doubt I would ever have the guts to do anything potentially dangerous, as I'm very cautious by nature, but I will always have nothing but respect and gratitude for not just the military, but law enforcement, the fire department, and any other occupation where an everyday potential risk to their lives and well-being is just part of the job.
YOU NAILED IT !! LOVE THAT QUOTE!!
Those guys get it. They were very honorable in doing that. A lot of our Vietnam vets were treated very badly when they got back home. It makes me love this country even more.
Aaron Asmus 🇺🇸👍
The backbone of veterans the best .Soldier
You mean NOW ofcourse!!
War crimes are not due respect in Nam any more than Ukraine Iraq Afghanistan or Yemen. Empire is not worth respecting. Do not be good Germans, Soviets or Russians.
too true, too many of our Vietnam vets were treated badly. and they didnt deserve it at all. they answered our countries call, regardless of whether we should have been involved or not.
To all Vietnam vets out there, welcome home and thank you.......
welcome
Those marines are patriots. They went the extra mile to make this veteran feel good and to be acknowledge for his service and sacrifice during the Vietnam War. Its also about military brotherhood and these marines displayed it. Well done marines! Thank you for all those who serves!
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
@@davidconrad7218 there were soldiers who committed war crimes, but not all of them. And if u wanna blame for the participation, u blame the administration, not the soldiers. The soldiers didn't choose to go to war, it was the government. Not all murderers. Pls do some study before going around judging people, technically the North Vietnam won, but the US military didn't lose, it was a withdrawal due to major reasons. It was a political loss, but militarily, the Americans whooped the Vietnamese asses, US had 58,000 killed, the NV had more than a million killed, so who whooped who ass. Its obvious that American whooped their asses. But of course, u can continue to be a military hater, but by your comment, it just shows u are ignorant.
@@dallasyap3064 exactly! God bless you
Why don't you live in Venezuela?
@@davidconrad7218 The Vietnam war was decided by a ultra liberal media and self serving politicians.
I served a combat tour 70/71 in Nam. When I returned back to the US I had to take my uniform off in the bathroom to prevent demonstrators from harassing me. It’s never to late to thank a Nam vet for serving his/her country.
Jim Gaul so very sorry you had to experience this, thank you so much for your service.
Jim Gaul Amen!
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service, sir !
Hi jim gaul I like to convey my respect to you as Vietnam veteran. My dad pass from agent orange,he got from his tour in vietnam as a us marine.so I like you to know you and all vietnam vets are loved and respected. By many more americans than not. From grateful son and American.
I always try my best to show the older vets respect... they had it way harder than we did
I hear ya there! When I went thru Basic training in 1990, Mofos we’re getting punched in the Face by the TI (USAF Training instructor)! Things are much easier Now, I think because of lots of Lawsuits, etc... If You wore the uniform, you deserve Respect tho! We were a proud part of The FEW That served compared to the rest of the country’s population!
O Dobb, the day you put on that Uniform. You made it clear to our Nation? That nothing would happen to it. Not on your watch. No matter what would happen. From an Old Iron Soldier. Of the First Armoured Division Artillery 87-89 Nurumberg West Germany. That makes you a Brother in our View. Thank You for your Service and Welcome Home.
You all are making my eyes well up...
TY for your service and your sacrifices. Nothing infuriates me more than how veterans are treated nowadays. A friend of mine served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Last summer, young kids were always saying things to him I won't even repeat. It's sickening what's happening to our country
TY TY TY for all you guys did and do!!
❤💙❤💙❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏
@@UnderCver-bd1xh I Feel the same way!!! True heroes Headed Home from Vietnam were treated like Americas Most Wanted Criminals, While when we Got off the plane From Serving in operations Desert Shield/Storm/Calm, We Had Kids lined up and wanted Hugs From us and Autographs! I must have signed 25 autographs for kids in Philadelphia alone, mostly for kids
ANYONE That was Brave enough to Wear the Us Military Uniform DESERVES RESPECT!!
I Was USAF Over 18 years, But I always looked up to the Heroes we Lost and The Heroes of WW2, Etc
MAY GOD BLESS THE USA!!! WE NEED HIS HELP NOW!!! WAY TOO MUCH EVIL PRESENT, ESPECIALLY IN THE WHITE HOUSE!!
Semper Fi, Marine.
I myself, is a Vietnam veteran. Retired 1977. It's a prevelge to shake a Veteran and say Thank-You for your Service. God-Bless America🇺🇸
Thank you for your service brother. Iraq vet retired 2006
Thank you both for your service. It's a blessing there are brave men and women like you both who have risked their lives in the name of the well-being of others.
Thank you so much for your service!💜💜💜
Thank u my brother and law fiRst hubby was there too
Thank you for your service
Tears brought to my eyes on this one. Marines & Navy go hand in hand.
Yes sir they do!
They really do ... in the British Armed Forces also ... yes they do!
Carole Carr, US Marines is part of the US Navy.
I teach the facts. You try to rewrite history with BIG lies. I have my students watch this in class with parents and grandparents (many who are veterans) They leave weeping and begging forgiveness. They leave hating the Democrat-Republican Wall Street war mongers. ruclips.net/video/kzMeQGw4Bfs/видео.html
Being an American is a privilege and honor. God bless you sir!
I agree God bless them all.
videos like this make me believe their is still hope for America
David Lape God Bless All who Serves Still serve an has served Past Present & Future that what I call Respect for those who reconciliation others Veterans God Bless with much Love
To us living outside the US it seems, your president and too many americans have forgotten that privileges and honor must be earned and that the outside world is not theirs to rape and rob.
I Australian my Grandfather fought along side US Marines and Soldiers in the Pacific, God bless you sir!
I am an Australian Vietnam Veteran (Army) and I recently toured the USA and I wore my Vietnam Vets Cap. From the moment I left the aircraft I was amazed at the number of people, complete strangers that came up to me and either hugged me or shook my hand and said thank you for your service. There wasn't one day in the whole 4 weeks that someone didn't come up and say thanks. In Australia we have a lot to learn about those that served.
Arthur Ventham Thank you for your service. Love from the USA.
Arthur, I am a US Navy Vietnam Vet. I have lived in Australia for the past 20 years. I think it took the Twin Towers for Americans to appreciate their servicemen.
I was never thanked for my service until a visit back home after 911. Then I was thanked by friends who knew me before I enlisted, and were my friends afterward, but it was like they just wanted to forget the war and forget that many of us served. I have to tell you the first time someone (an old high school friend) thanked me and acknowledged my service, it hit me hard, but in a nice way.
Mind you, I had a hazardous job, under tough conditions, but I didn't have anyone shooting at me.
I fought with Australia boys in nam. Toughest guys you ever saw. Thanks for protecting me
Arthur Ventham hey man, just wanted to say thankyou for your service. Although, as an Aussie, I know we don’t have that same patriotism that the US has, that doesn’t mean what you’ve done is any less appreciated. I’m sorry you feel that way but please know a “thankyou for your service” will never do you justice for what you’ve done. I wish I could do more than leave a comment and give thanks, but I truly hope you know exactly how thankful we all are for what you’ve done. Love from a regular young Aussie who feels forever indebted to you for your service. X
Magic Fishing Charters hey man, thankyou for your service! I know that a small comment can’t do you justice for what you’ve done, but please know you are so appreciated. Your comment has intrigued me immensely. I’ve always been interested in the relationship between other servicemen(Americans/Europeans etc) and how they view/their relationship with Australian soldiers. Would you mind elaborating on why Australians were some of the toughest guys you’ve met? I don’t hear much about it and would LOVE to know how men view Australian soldiers. So much love, thanks and respect to you Sir! Xx
As a Vet after Vietnam I've always was proud of those that served n always will be . Thanks for your service ! From a cold war Vet
I teach the facts. You try to rewrite history with BIG lies. I have my students watch this in class with parents and grandparents (many who are veterans) They leave weeping and begging forgiveness. They leave hating the Democrat-Republican Wall Street war mongers. ruclips.net/video/kzMeQGw4Bfs/видео.html
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That’s how every military man and woman should be treated!
We Veterans are a Family that Civilians will Never Understand. But are always Grateful for us!
Some of us understand and are thankful for you every day of our lives.
OK well my dad was a Vietnam vet, so I feel like I can appreciate that a little more than your average citizen too.
🇺🇸 Absolutely many do understand sacrifice and appreciate it !!
They are true patriotic Americans and they/we shall prevail !!
One nation under God !!
US Army 86-90 🇺🇸🙏
I am not a veteran but I thank you all for the life I enjoy because of your sacrifices. THANK YOU!
I just estimated a house to paint and I'm a Army Vet. The Older Man is a Vietnam Veteran and I cut my price. #UnbrokenChain
I joined the Marine Corps, for two reasons: first, my grandmother (first generation American) said this country is worth fighting for. Second reason, is the job the Vietnam Vets did.
Richard Clanton 🇺🇸👍✌️
Thank you for your service 🇺🇸 🇺🇸. My grandson is also a Marine. I'm so proud.
Always listen to your grandma. Duty first. Viet Nam Bloody Red One 69-70
Thank you for your service!
Im joining the marines for the same reasons. June 27th i go to basic
It's called HONOR and HONOR is something you EARN. Our veterans (and active duty personnel) have EARNED it.
You sir survived the worst war that lasted 10 year's . When I was a kid in the 70"s living with my grandparents watching the nightly news every night with Walter Cronkite . He would talk about the Vietnam war every night . You sir are one of the lucky ones who fought for are country that survived . What you and so many other men did is priceless and no amount of recognition or saying thank you for your service is enough gratitude . I salute you with the upmost respect and honor .
Gets me every time... No one seemed to care in the 70s. As a matter of fact, we were less than appreciated. Now it seems like I'm always being thanked for my Service.
Perfect timing...
From one vet to another. Thank you for your SACRIFICE.
@@richg5113, Not taken personally. I have friends, including a retired Marine Corps General who holds the same opinion.
Very true, my father in-law and I share stories..it was ruff he got spit on by numerous people when he came home..but I can see it happening to the kid's now coming home or leaving, with how much hate is brewing for service members.
Watching Walter Cronkite EVERY NIGHT growing up going to College in 1976 My Childhood HEROES were Sitting beside Me and I listened to Them . Son of the Greatest Generation Vet . Thanks to You ALL !
Well Deserved Sir. Very late in Coming and many Vietnam Vets never got the chance to see the love come.
As a Vet, I'm proud of these young men! and after 29 years of services in the Army, I am finally retiring....God Bless America 🤩
Very well done for 29 years service Hernan.from an ex Royal Australian Air Force serviceman
Thank you for your service!
God bless you and thank you for your service!! Happy retirement!!
Overdue thank you for your service sir. The world is a tad bit safer thanks to your sacrifices :-)
Thank you for your service
I'm so glad you had such respect and honor from these young men. My Viet Nam vet dad waited 40 years to be welcomed home.
It was wrong that too many people who were against the war did not support the men who fought it. Your dad should have had a parade. I wanted to be a chopper pilot and was in Air force ROTC, but my eyesight wasn't good enough. I dropped out to let them draft me the 1st year of the lottery. I was 1 weeks worth of numbers from being drafted when Nixon came on TV at the end of August and said no more numbers would be taken. There went my GI Bill college. I went to work in a defense factory building mobile communications units for Nam and had a Secret clearance. I slowly turned against the war because of the rules of engagement. Our fighter planes couldn't take out a SAM site in the North because they might kill a Russian advisor. So the SAMs would shoot down our planes and the NVA would send the pilots to the Hanoi Hilton to be tortured. Our troops never lost a battle, but they were never allowed to win the war. I am proud of all of our warfighters and honor their service. It was the Generals and the politicians I despise. Astan proved they learned nothing.
Extremely proud to have been a Marine in Vietnam and to know that five fellow Marines thanked that Navy Vietnam Veteran the way they did. Good ole American Vets.
Thank God for young men like those 5 Marines. Thank you gentlemen for your service. Vietnam 1968-69
Thank you for yours, sir!
And young men like you Smitty! Semper Fi Machete Eddie Capt, USMC (ret)
@@Justintime-sy1sm MAN, you SHOULD understand, just look at the boys coming back today, and the baggage they wear. The difference is that today the public isn't hearing or seeing walter Cronkite rammed down your throat!!!!
Thank you for your service!
From one retired veteran to another, Respect for you sir. Thank you for your sacrifice and your service.
As the wife of a Vietnam veteran this made me tear up! I love it when he gets acknowledged for his service!
Thank you back ma’am
@@johnsmith2598 Thank you too!
for tons of war crimes and fighting on the evil side? there is a Special place in hell for all ya brainwashed punks
I teach the facts. You try to rewrite history with BIG lies. I have my students watch this in class with parents and grandparents (many who are veterans) They leave weeping and begging forgiveness. They leave hating the Democrat-Republican Wall Street war mongers. ruclips.net/video/kzMeQGw4Bfs/видео.html
I love what they did. I'm a VN vet also. I once saw a vet from WW 2 and I asked him about his service. He was a marine at Iwo. I almost broke down and cried. I know what they went through, my uncle, (God bless his soul) was there also and told me many a story.
They were of the Greatest Generation, you won't see this happen in the US ever again. I saw that he and his wife had finished dinner, so after I left his table, I told the waiter to give them both a piece of pie and ice cream, tell them it's from another vet. Yes, we vets have a common denominator. Even from the Vets of the 1940's men that enlisted to fight WW 2, to today. We have gone through boot camp and gotten our asses kicked and handed to us.
We learned RESPECT.
Even here in Costa Rica, where I live, when they find out I am a VN Vet, they even thank me for my service. Evidently, the kids learned about VN, I'm proud to be a Vet, even though our country is going to hell in handbasket.
There is an old movie that I wish all of you could watch, it's called "The D.I." with Jack Webb. The part in the basketball court where the commander meets with the mother of a troop that wants out, she say's NO, my husband was a Marine who died at Guadalcanal and I want my son to be a Marine. He will not fail. You will make him a Marine. You will cry, trust me.
Welcome Home sir.
@@itsJutzme Thank you for your kind reply. Remember, the greatest generation, our WW 2 vets are a dying breed. Remember them in your prayers, I do. We are free because of them.
what a late in life "thank you" to our vietnam vets.... and how humble this man is.... not a dry eye here
I still say that when a young man graduates high school that they should serve a manditory 2 yrs in the Armed forces. It made me a better person.
Agreed!! If they did so then we would not be losing the war on drugs and so many seniors would not be so disrespected by today youth.
Yeah I'm glad that's not mandatory I was able to start a business at 21 and am very successful being in the military would have ruined that for me
I had poor health so i wasn't able to join the military, so i make a deliberate effort to thank the ones who can, It may not be much, but until i can find a better way to support them, that is what i will do to thank them for their service.
Fully agree, Male, female both. If your physically able, at least 2 yrs. mandatory straight out of high school. Made me grow up alot.
isaiah willeford it wouldn’t have mattered. If you started a business at 21. Could have been done at 23
It’s a simple gesture that most don’t think about. It means a lot to us. I do it all the time and everyone should. This country was founded on a great idea with promising future for all. I’m a proud United States Marine and love this country. Please thank a vet when you see one it might be the light they need to see on a dark day. Semperfi
Sgt Walker, I agree, we all have our dark days and simple gestures make all the difference. From a Royal Marine to a USMC, we fight for a common cause PMPT
Especially a homeless veteran , which should never happen .
Thank you for your service.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
@@davidconrad7218 All participants in demonizing veterans, many of whom were drafted, are WAR CRIMINALS. All who participate in hateful acts against American soldiers are, indeed, oath violators, traitors and cowards (as demonstrated by David Conrad). Many who protested against the Vietnam War and spewed vomit and hatred against those returning from it (many of whom were drafted), including FALSELY accusing them all of being "baby killers",
went on to support the massacre of babies called "abortion"
People like David Conrad are the textbook definition of "traitors", "cowards", "hypocrites", "baby killers", etc.
As a Retired USAF Veteran I say, Thank You for Your Service Sir 🇺🇸
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
This is what respect looks and feels like! Honerable young man!
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
Young Marines, changing the lives of America's youth. Semper Fidelis.
YM/ Private First Class get some!
Get some PT, it's better than chow.
May the Lord keep you safe from enemies wherever they are at!
I'd be lighting candles for the enemies, their lives won't be worth shit once the USMC get a hold of them....
Oorah to that.
I experienced a similar event in the state of Washington, where a middle aged fellow insisted on buying my lunch and repeatedly thanked me for my service of nearly 50 years ago. Sure made my day.
Viet Nam was a tough gig. I was a little girl while that war was going on. Mr. Zezoff, you deserved the salute and so much more for serving your country during that terrible war. God bless you and all the Viet Nam War veterans!
So many who served in Vietnam, did not get the respect they deserved. This story warms my heart. High marks to those young Marines.
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
When Vietnam Vets returned, we were never thanked for our service to the country. I remember being given the finger and spat upon when disembarking a plane at San Francisco airport. I, too, am very grateful for the acknowledgement and thanks that I receive today.
So sorry that happened to you. Welcome home sir.
U get to go home. Many innocent viets died.
Thank you for your service!
Bob I didn't act that way. I watched that war on the news as my heart broke. Love ya man and I was glad you came home then, and I am glad your home now.
Semper Fi! From this old Navy man. We are all brothers and sisters!
Respect earned, deserved delivered to all you guys 👏👏👏👏🇺🇸🇬🇧
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
As a military member, the respect and love that all service members have for our brothers and sisters who came before us is unprecedented.
no pride for terrorist nations
That is AWESOME!!! That’s the respect we should give to ALL Veterans.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
My wife and I were in a restaurant eating breakfast, and the server came and got our ticket, and I knew what was up. A couple got up to go pay theirs and our ticket. I got up to say thanks and shake their hands, and the lady gave me a hug. My eyes were tearing up. Also as I write this. I always thank service men for their service when I see them out and about.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
@@davidconrad7218 Found the commie.
If I see someone wearing a cap stating they were in the military I’ll go out of my way to thank them. They are so grateful to hear that they are appreciated. Each and every one of them deserve that gratitude. God bless each and every veteran.
You can see how much that experience means to Lou. This will stay with him for the rest of his life. I hope those Marines see this video
I am a Vietnam veteran, and in the last few years have been thanked so much for my service, it has reached saturation level. I prayed to God about this and He said, "People have a need to thank you for your service. So go on and receive it." So to any Vietnam veteran who reads this post, the respect and recognition bestowed on me equally applies to you as well. I just happen to be in their cross hairs.
Thanks for you service and take all my respect for you and the others members my brother was a Vietnam veteran and he passaway his name is Orlando Mata Sosa, God blessyou Sr.
When I came back to the States we were told to not wear our uniforms in airports and bus stations because people would spit on us and call us "baby killers". I am glad that service members today do not have to face that.
That is so cool to pay that level of respect is so heart warming good for our society
im tearing up just listening ,,,thank you for your service
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day??
@@edithbannerman4 Nice tongue
@@billhamilton7524 lol thanks
The Military is a TRUE BROTHERHOOD any Female or Male that has served is a Brother or Sister from another Mother.
Ron Grovis Roger that brother
I was in uniform at a Wendy's & the group before me have the cashier $20 to pay for whatever I ordered. I was surprised when the cashier told me.
Thank you every one who has served & is going to serve for your service from one service member to another!
As a Canadian, you deserve the respect from what you have been through!!!! thank you!!
The Vietnam vets never received the recognition that they deserved. Thank you for your service gentlemen…greatly appreciated! 🇺🇸
We'll never be able to thank the Vietnam vets enough. At least as long as Hanoi Jane is still alive.
As a 22yr veteran of vietnam,I am proud of these young soldiers for carrying on the the tradition of respect and brotherhood.
Thank you for your service
If you need any help just talk to someone
When I was younger and used to watch the news about the Vietnam War I vowed to my self I would thank all the veterans...the way they were treated when they came home was disgraceful..thank you all for your service I may have been just a kid at the time but yall are HEROES ❤️🇺🇲🇺🇲❤️
Marines know the sacrifice, the dedication and the loyal brotherhood of all armed forces! these guys are the best thankyou for protecting our USA!!! May God bless you all, to include my son!!! Thankyou.
This is the way things are supposed to be. Period.
People don't get to see true respect very often. When they do, they're often left in awe. (Air Force 1969-1977)
Thank you for your service sir and Welcome Home. I’ve got thesame feeling everytime a fellow servicemembers approached me and thank me for my service to the nation. I’m 73 years and also a Vietnam Vet.
Thank you, Sir, from an old Marine. 1969-1973
Once a Marine, Always a Marine ! Semper Fi
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
Great story. I, too, am a Veteran but I don't wear it on my sleeve. Not because I'm not proud of serving my country but because so many made the ultimate sacrifice I feel I'm not worthy of any praise I get from others. I live in a town where we have young men and women deploying to Afghanistan on a regular basis and I know any of them may not come home. Every time I see them in a restaurant I pick up their tab and ask the waitress to please not tell them who paid for their meal. I love our young men and women serving our country because today's generation doesn't really care or think about our history and those who gave all so they could be free.
Martin Kent thank you for your service
God bless
Martin,
Like you, I do not like to overshadow those who you and I might call "Real Vets." Like you, I know how lucky we are that we came home.
But...
Several years after my 8 years in the Navy as an enlisted-man, I became a professional pilot. The chief pilot at one company I worked for was an F-4 Navy Aviator during the Vietnam War. Over there, he was hit and ejected over water, landed in the drink, and was picked up.
That mild mannered, retired Lt. Commander said to me:
"You volunteered. I didn't; I was drafted. You chose to serve, I didn't. You CHOSE to serve. So tell me, which one of us is more deserving of recognition?"
I still make every effort not to overshadow those who gave the ultimate sacrifice as well as those who come home to a prostheses.
But quietly, in my heart, I remember that old Phantom pilot who saluted me, and I pop tall and return his salute.
As am I, also a Viet Nam veteran. I considered it an honor to serve my country. My oath of enlistment will never expire. I just pray that one day all the people that hate veterans will see the light and understand what was done for them. I love America.
John H thank you for your service
God bless
Jumpercable wireless thank you for your service
God bless
We may not agree on a war, but we respect and thank every servicemen and servicewomen for their service.
I was young when the Vietnam War ended but I remember that the soldiers returning from that war were not treated very well by people at that time. These were men who did their duty and did what their country and their government asked them to do. Like all soldiers who go to war they gave up a lot, watched their buddies get injured or die and endured horrific events. They did no less than soldiers from any other war and yet the people of this country, at that time, treated them poorly. It is so nice to see soldiers of that war getting the respect they should have gotten from Americans, at that time. You can hate war all you want, but respect the soldiers.
Thanks for spending your time in purgatory sir. Retired AF E-6.
I am located near the 109th Airlift Wing and run a restaurant on average 2 to 3 times a month a customer will stop and thank a solider in uniform and buy their lunch. This is a great country and we owe thanks to all who are and have served for our freedoms.
Wow, beautiful. As a Navy Vietnam vet myself I never heard the words "thank you for your service" until 9/11. We were treated like criminals for decades.
Proud to be an American!!! Thank you for sharing your soul and heart touching moment!! And,yes,I'm crying 😢
From Australia,
Thank you and all Servicemen & Women, for your Service.
Yeah, that's how we roll here in 'murica. Thank you to ALL service men and women. We will never forget your service to this country. God Bless You.
Amen to that. 🇺🇸
Those are real men. Paying respect to the men who came before them. Awesome show of respect. Wish we had more of that these days. Great job guys. Much respect to yall. Great job.
I have great respect for marines after seeing them operate in Vietnam. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story.
Will always remember those who lost their lives in all the wars and be thankful for the freedom we have..
God Bless the USA.
Respect is earned! This mans service earned him this respect!!! Thank You for your service SIR!
Just today as I was shopping for groceries, a young lady, perhaps 30 or so walked straight up to me and asked to shake my hand. She thanked me for my service. I had my Navy cap that a friend had given me on my head. I was surprised since I normally don't wear a cap. I told her "thank you so much and that I considered it a privilege to have served". She smiled and said that it exactly what her husband would say since he was a veteran also. It took more than 45 years to hear that but she made my day.
This is kind of thing only happens when respect is earned not demanded. God Bless all of you.
Lou, Sir, veterans occupy a large space in my heart and while i respect all veterans, Vietnam vets stand in my mind because i was a child during that time and the way people treated them was more than shameful. it has been my practice to not only shake their hands and thank them for their service, but to extend a hearty welcome home. God bless you, whether you were drafted or enlisted you went there so that i never had to. i'm eternally grateful.
I served in the USAF in the early 80's, I have done this on several occasions, and if not in a restaurant I will always thank them for their service. I had a WWII vet tear up on me when I took his hand and told him, "thank you so much, this would be a much different place if not for soldiers like you".
It's so great when someone actually gets the credit they deserve for a job well done. true respect never gets old.
Watched this at 6 am this morning. My day is going to be easy now, no matter what happens.
Great job Marines ! ! !
I am a Vietnam veteran and wear a Vietnam Veterans hat. It's not un common that Nam vets say welcome home to each other. But more and more young people have been thanking me for my service. I usually ask them if they are from families that have had members who have served and most say yes, but not all. It's a nice trend and it does pull at my heart.
I was just a kid during the Vietnam war. I witnessed the disrespect the men and women of our military had to deal with when they came home. I didn’t appreciate the sacrifice and the pain you went through until I was older. I do now. On behalf of myself and family. I want to say
Thank you for your service to our country and welcome home. You are appreciated. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
It's awesome when respect is earned and respect is given respect your military
As a marine, semper fi men. That is being a true marine. Your senior DI would be proud to have trained you. And to the elderly sailor, thank you sir for your service.
Participating in an undeclared UNCONSTITUTIONAL invasion and mass murder does NOT make someone a hero. It makes them a WAR CRIMINAL. ALL who participate in these evil actions are oath violators , traitors and cowards. They are also "Baby Killers" They were beaten by rice farmers and goat herding tribes who had NO Air force nor navy. They had their asses kicked by people defending their home.
My grandfather- Pearl Harbor
Father- Vietnam
Brother- deceased Germany
Husband- Iraq- Afghanistan
I have so much love for my country because our military men and women the sacrifices the bravery and commitment the pride and brotherhood and the protection of all. U make America 🇺🇸 amazing im am humbled and so dame proud of u all thank you for ur service ur hearts courage and ur bravery
Made me cry - thank you so much to those service men and to you. Thank you for all your service! You are what make America great! (Coming from a proud American-citizen who was once an immigrant) 🇺🇸 God bless our beautiful nation
Eve, I agree. The veterans have served in our military to maintain our liberty and securing our beloved country at the risk of sacrificing their own lives. All give some, some gave all. Pray for peace. 🇺🇸
I know this video is a few years old but I just caught it today. No one deserves recognition more than our Viet Nam vets, many of whom were treated horribly when they returned home, and undeservedly so. I remember many years ago (probably early-mid 80s) at a July 4 parade in Newport, RI, a contingent of Viet Nam vets were marching together and while many viewers remained silent, quite a few cheered, clapped, and loudly showed their appreciation. I watched as many of those men began to tear-up at the crowd's reaction. I'll never forget that day and I think it was a turning point when we as a country began appreciating our men and women in service once again.
God bless them all.
FathomLordKarathr stupid comment when honoring an older veteran
Having spent a year in Danang in ‘67-‘68, I seriously choked up listening to this man’s great encounter with some of the country’s finest. Thanks for the video - meant a lot!
This man has a wonderful way of putting his words together. Thank you for your service. Well-versed
All of us VET'S thank them also, they do it for one they have done it for all. God bless them and God bless America!
Awesome story. Thanks for your service.
Thank you sir for your service to our country. The honors you received from the young Marines is a sign of respect, brotherhood and true meaning Of Semper Fi. You sir and those Marines are, or should be, heroes to all the rest of us. God Bless America
Our veterans deserve nothing but the absolute utmost respect for all they do and all they've done for this country.
God Bless the Marine Corps.
Never Forget a Brother!
Military veterans deserve respect for serving their homeland.
My buddy is overseas in the Middle East fighting for his country I told him be safe abs be careful abs that to come home his family and friends need him to come home this was touching
this made me cry god bless our vets and all the other service men and women