They were spit on, beat up, called baby killers.They did what their country asked them to do. So many were treated like scum of the earth. I'm from Ft Sill, ok. Area, army brat. It was horrifying what those who went and came home to hate. Our brother came home in a box.😪🙏🏼
@@maggiecampbell5615 search my lai, read everything that happened. And how it was unsuccessfully swept under the rug, unlike many other killings done by many of these veterans.
@@synertic7271 there are good and bad people everywhere but never think that we are all the same. If you had been there you may have done even worse so never try to judge other people
I went through much of the same that these vets did when we landed in San Diego in late 72. I've noticed that I've been receiving thank yous more since 9-11. Thanks to all who served in Vietnam. God bless you all.
Im am sorry that you were treated that way sir and it disgusts me that the American people would do that to you heros thank you sir from the bottom of my heart
Im joining the USMC Im 26 losing a 100 pounds to do it all you Nam vets and all veterans Inpsire me to keep going I look up to all of you I love all of you I wish I could Tell everyone that served in Nam that I know how badly they were treated
I was born in North Vietnam. But I am sorry for your sacrifice for a meaningless war and for some cruel groups of people. Peace and good health to you, sir.
My grandpa fought in Vietnam. He lost some of his comrades, and I’m not going to bother asking him about his time there because it’s sensitive for him. I just hope he wasn’t treated like shit when he got back.
you should ask your grandfather if he wants to talk to you about his time in vietnam, maybe you will be surprised .. that he likes to share things with you about his nam and his youth
This is a story worth telling. If he chooses to share with You his story.....Please do that for him and for You. And Tell him Thank You from me Someone who benefited from the blanket of courage your Grand father provided.
Yeh, could you tell him thank you for me and all of us? The Vietnam War was one of the worst times in American history to be in the military, so your grandpa deserves the utmost respect that you can give him.
I as a veteran have always felt a strong sense of guilt over how they were treated. They went through hell and came home to a new hell. I am proud to have been in the same military as them. God bless all who served in Vietnam you are loved and you will not be forgotten.
Vietnam Vet 1968-69..we were just in shock at people throwing things at us and cursing us when we arrived back home; we wondered what had happened to out Country while we were gone.
Robby Combs my father was a Vietnam Vet. Sgt. US ARMY 9th infantry stationed in Da Nang from ‘68-‘69. He passed in 2012 from COPD and complications from Agent Orange.
I personally think that the USA’s involvement in Vietnam was unjust, however don’t think it right in any respect to blame the soldiers for the bloodshed. More so the politicians and generals.
WE are SO SORRY for the bad behavior of a few Americans -- there were so many of us who hated that and did NOT feel (nor act) the same way. (WAR IS HELL like Gen. Sherman said, but there are times when we must help our allies fight to keep our own America free and allow us to think freely and express what we wish without threat of harm. That is our America -- let's keep it that way!) It does not matter what the reason for war is or was, where it was or is even now, our brave young men (including women, today) fight for the freedom of our (YOURS AND MY) Country, laid down their lives for us and our Country, are still doing that, and NOTHING can ever minimize that! We thank them, respect and honor them, always have and always will.
I am forever grateful for your service to our country. I am so very sorry you had to endure such ignorant and repulsive behavior. You are the very foundation our country stands on. Thank you.
My adopted dad fought in North Korea in WW2 , My dad told me something you might understand better than me. He said a Phosphorous bomb was about to hit his buddy in the stomach... he pushed his body out of the way of the bomb and took it in his thigh. My father never went to the VA, but he definitely had PTSD ! My mom told me he would wake up screaming and trying to climb the window blinds
@@evahale9563 1st of god bless ur adoption father 2nd of a phosphorus is highly flammable and will melt through your skin in a matter of seconds Really dangerous stuff
My brother is a Vietnam vet and was treated so badly when he returned home in Washington DC. He became sick and in 1997 when our dad died. He disappeared. His name is Staff Sargent Charles R. Fowler. Dear brother if you're out there and is reading this,your sister Sheila is looking for you over 20 years. We love you and appreciate what you did for our country!😥
Sheila Carter Damn, that's tough. I hope he comes back. I hope you find him. God bless you, your brother, and your entire family, as well as all good people. From Canada.
100% agree. As stated in song “Requiem for a Soldier” young men die for old man’s wars. Not their fault they were in Vietnam, but Washington politicians fault
Nadia Beier hello sir, I want you to know something... I’m a suicide survivor.... and I respect you and I respect the pain you are going through. You are NEVER ALONE in your pain. Even if you may feel like it, there are others just like you. You have worth, and you are here for a reason. It is not your fault, you have to accept that past to be in the present. You are loved, even if it’s just a stranger. Seek other vets, they are going through same thing, and you can work together through it. You are not weak, but strong to admit something is wrong.
In my last enlistment i had a Sgt Major and a senior sergeant as a boss who had neither served in Vietnam and took a dislike to me as i believe they were jealous of my service and the fact i had been awarded medals in Vietnam.
I served in Vietnam from June of 1967 to September of 1969, and when I returned to the United States coming through San Francisco, I was treated badly. Now they want to welcome Vietnam Vets home, I say your 50 years,to late. Nothing you can do will change what happened to me and other Vets so long ago. We served our Country and the Country failed us.
And maybe that's the reason he doesn't feel the wounds amended because it's not a real apology. Yes many soldiers did horrid things during Vietnam, and many of them contrary to popular belief were severely punished for it.Also American soldiers got blamed for a lot of things that they weren't responsible for either, like that fire bombing picture with the little girl running away. Yeah that was the SK but America got blamed for it. My grandfather told me stories of his service ( he didn't like too but I always got him drunk first.) His unit saved an entire village from the VC who were decapitating women who's husbands aided the Americans. War is NOT black and white!
Larry Crawford time will pay you back all the things you have suffered for so long. VietCong is not what we are expecting. I believe one day, justice will speak up for you.
These service members from Vietnam are true Hero's and true Patriots in my eyes. Anyone who fights for our country should be honored! As a fellow veteran they have my upmost respect. Welcome home and Thank you for all your service to our Great nation !!!
I Served from 62 to 66 in the U.S. military. I was discharged, and return to Canada. I am Canadian, I went to the Vietnam Memorial and found a Buddy I served with who didn't make it back, my Son trace his name from the Memorial, bought a American Flag placed in a Triangle, and it sits in my office, I am Honoured to display it. I came back before the people started protesting us. It was discussing. I was also discussed at the Americans that ran to Canada to avoid the draft. I would love to send them back to you. God bless you all,and all military who served their country.
I am Canadien, also served in the U.S. military in Viet Nam and the Middle East. In Viet Nam there were people from Australia, New Zealand and there were others Canadiens that served in the U.S. military
Thank you for your service, Ted. I think there is a LOT of disgust held for those protesters. The memory of your service will go on to be held in high regard. The memory of the atrocities committed by those protesters will go on to be held in utter contempt.
@ Ted Little: You came to the U.S. and served along with us. Thank you for your service. We had a Canadian in my unit. He was our mechanic and he kept our V100's rolling. Again, thank you for your service and for helping us. God bless you 🙏
No need to thank me. I went freely, I served, I did what was expected of me. I was spat at, cursed at and harassed to tears. I was only a man who became a soldier. I was a field medical specialist who stopped the bleeding. I did what was expected of me. I would freely do it again. BOYCOTT NIKE !!!!
@@WaywardWaggs I appreciate you kind comments and also thanks for your service as an Army Medic. Although I was trained for Vietnam, I found myself in Regensburg Germany 1967/68 where I was attached to H.A.W.K. missile as a Field Medical Specialist. My duty was the greatest imaginable. Coming home at that time was the same as it was for those coming from Nam. Total disrespect from the cowards who refused to serve. I remember being called a "baby killer"! For God's sake, I was a healer! I would love to have done more! I SALUTE EVERYONE WHO EVER WORE THE UNIFORM !! AMEN !!
Served in Cu Chi 1966-67. Bless all my brothers and welcome home. For all those who didn’t return I’ll see you in heaven for you’ve served your time in hell.
@Toori Baba Shut the fuck up, ignorant trashbag. Most men were forced into the Vietnam War, either dying or becoming mortally wounded and getting spit on the streets, forever remembering the horrors in Vietnam. Stop generalizing all Americans who fought in Vietnam.
@Toori Baba I want you to realize that they were following orders they didn't want to kill some of them liked killing but the rest are good and great people and if you call him a baby killer I will fight you on sight
Our returned veterans in new Zealand were not well treated either. Why do people blame the soldiers. They did what all good soldiers do they obeyed orders. You are all noble and honorable soldiers. Those that didn't come home alive R.I.P Thank you all
LARPing Gamer I agree with you, we shouldn't have been there however the same sort of shit happened in Ireland at the hands of the British army but that doesn't mean British soldiers should be head hunted and treated like shit after what they went through.
Anders You know what's sad though. If the U.S hadn't tried to help the Muslims have a "government", Isis wouldn't exist. We tried to teach them how to have democracy and it split up the Suni and Shite Muslims. So in short, Isis existence is Americas fault. we always step in trying to teach proper government and something fucks up.
*** Sgt WarDaddy98 *** But I believe that's more down to the US' failure to moderate things after the war, they left the country while the supporters of the fallen governments' supporters took control of the country. I think the US are right in trying to give everyone human rights and democracy no matter where they're born, they just need to dedicate resources for a longer period of time than the war, perhaps a small occupation to ensure the country transitions smoothly.
All veterans deserve the respect they deserve. By God whenever I see a veteran, I thank them for their honorable service and I give them something that they should have gotten when they come home... a salute. I'm in Jrotc and we always remember those who fought for us, even in Vietnam. God bless the American Troops and God Bless our Veterans !
Maybe not by real Americans but by so many. Not that they forgot our service, they just don't appreciate those who serve to preserve the freedoms they have.
I am the son of a Vietnam veteran Marine. He served in the 1/5 in 1968 and 1969. I've nearly come to blows defending him and his service against those who don't understand. He was only 19 when he went to Vietnam, and he saw and was caught in the middle of some horrible, terrifying situations. But I have always been and always will be proud of him. Seeing him earlier in summer of 2016 nearly in tears when we went to see the Moving Wall when it came to town spoke volumes. All Vietnam veterans should be honored and remembered. God bless them.
I would like to thank my grandpa for fighting in the veitnam war I was lucky that he came back and today I still get to spend time with him I'm sorry for all of the people with family members who died at war but remember they died for you
Eric Thompson , Please give your Grandpa a Big Hug from me. God Bless him and all Men and Woman who served, and are presently serving this great Country. Ours
My Step Dad Fought in Vietnam so I say Thank You to All of Our Brave Vets that have Sacrificed their lives to give us the Freedoms that we have today Much Love from Wv to all of them
@@theanhhoang8884 His comment meant that the American people have the freedom they have today because the military always stands tall to defend those freedoms.
One of my dad's customer is a Vietnam War vet,he gets a check every month from the VA now.Was exposed to the agent orange and got prostate cancer from it a few years ago.His was caught in time.I heard the stories of them being spit on,things thrown at them and called baby killers a lot.I know the hate of Jane Fonda still comes up whom was called Hanoi Jane a lot
@@Toolaholic7 I went to the prison in Hanoi where they kept the POW's. They keep a picture on the wall in the prison of Jane Fonda and McCain. They consider both heroes to the North Vietnamese. Vets will never accept Jane's apology.
@ Bill Turner: Hello Bill, i always wondered how the Australian Vietnam Veterans were treated when they returned home. You guys got the same treatment. I didn't know that. I took my R& R in Sydney and i must say that the Australian people are wonderful people. I had a great time in Sydney and i would love to go back again someday, but I'm 72 now and i don't have the money to go back again. I want to thank all the Australian people for giving me such a great time.
When I was 17 years old I met my first Vietnam vet who was in the 173rd AIRBORN and had fought on Hamburger hill. He was shell shocked and couldn't control his trembling hands. It was an eye opening experience that I'll never forget. He was in and out of the VA hospital for years dealing with PTSD. The war finally took him several years ago by way of agent Orange. RIP GARY!
I also developed illnesses from Agent Orange. I am 100% disabled because of it but still get around pretty good. My oldest son followed in my footsteps and became an army ranger. He was hurt on a night jump and is 100% disabled. My daughter enlisted to be an MP and was sent to Iraq where she was wounded and is 100% disabled.
Justin- My Family are Native Americans and 3 Uncles & my God Father fought for Freedom of the Hmong in Vietnam/Laos. One died while there in battle, One died Heartbroken by his treatment when he returned. Only two are remaining and said they fought for the Mountain people (Hmong who were being slaughtered by the Communists) & for each other.
No, I have even heard confessions from friends. However, I have a problem with people who claim Veterans before refugees. I do not support their anti-refugee political agenda.
My husband served two tours in Viet Nam, included was the. TET Offensive. He and ALL his Viet Nam friends had to put up with a lot of crap from brain dead Libberals who called them baby killers. Then he held my hand and comforted me when OUR Four sons joined the US Army. Iraq, Bosnia, Afghanistan were served by OUR sons. OUR youngest was wounded in Afghanistan. ALL four sons are very successful and gave US ten wonderful grandchildren!
You should be very proud, but also very grateful that they all are okay. And now you should anticipate the day your grandchildren want to go and serve. I'm from the UK but I agree more with your way of life than ours. You have my respect.
Thank your husband and sons, the courage it takes to serve will only be understood by those that HAVE served. I did, as have many in my family before me, and since my Service ended in 04. U.S. ARMY 97-99, National Guard 99-02.
Every vet i see, i tell them "welcome home." The look they give me is priceless. And we usually prolong the talk after that, i love hearing their stories.
As a Vietnam Era veteran and the daughter of a twice deployed Vietnam veteran, I salute you. Thank you for your sacrifice and service. May God bless you all.
I think we as Americans, should respect are soldiers, not gust veatnam but every war that we have ever fought. Thanks to all the vets that have ever served 🇺🇸
The anger at the time directed at the wrong people, the child killers were the politician who sent young Americans to fight in Vietnam. I thank all Vietnam vets for your service!
This is one of those rare times that it needed to be recommended later, the world needed to see this. Like The White Cat said, "It's like a fine wine."
+Andy Rothaar Most of the men sent to fight in Vietnam had no choice. They were sent to do a job that you and I can't even fathom having to do. These men have seen things and been through things none of us can even begin to imagine. They deserve respect.
Andy Rothaar first off, rapers is not a word. Educate yourself before insulting those who risked their lives. Second, what the fuck are you talking about?
Andy Rothaar you hate the war but aren't American why should you care those men fought and served with honor you probably never even thought of the military in other than a game or the news
Out of my eye, tears came...to those veterans, I don't want to imagine the memoirs of the war and their emotional feelings, we thank you all with all our hearts...thanks for your sacrifices, sorry to your life friends that one may call them a brother that you lost
I'm sorry for how some people treated you vets. I love you and I'm proud of you I'm a vet also. Younger then you. Thank you so much for all your pain, God be with touch always
How many of these poor guy's never lived to see a welcome home like this. Too all of the men & women who served in Vietnam thank you so much for your service and god bless you all.
I hide being a Vietnam vet for a long time. I still cry with the horrible thoughts of that time I spent fighting for my country. I love this country. I was willing to give my life for all americans, I was young then now I am old and I feel the same way. I love my country.
I lost 7 people from my home town of Ferguson mo. There were more BUT seven neighbors classmates and friends. I joined the marines in july '69.IN boot camp at San Diego at mail call one nite I got word that Mike Dalton, my good friend was KIA. That scared me then, but now I justalmost get sick from the thought of how scared Mike, Reavis, Barry, Timmy, Kenny, Mike Snyder, Jerry Marco Rich Gudiwitsch were. They did not make it back home. Their names are engraved at the beautiful wall in DC; a powerful monument. I too tossed my sea-bag into a dumpster in San Fancisco. I had a pair of old Levi's and at the time I wasn't proud of my time in the corps, but now I am SEMPER FI
My brother died 45 years ago yesterday. I was going thru Vietnam vets tributes and found this. He, too, was spit on in San Francisco when he came home on leave. From there forward if he came home on leave he would change out of his uniform in the lavatory of the airplane. This video made me bawl, not just cry. I always thank every vet I see but particularly my Vietnam vets. Thank to each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart. Your sacrifice did not go unnoticed.
@@evahale9563 I think you are missing the point. We grew up in a time when serving was never questioned. Most of us never thought of not serving when called. I think it would be more of a tragedy not having had it said at all. I enlisted, i volunteered, i served and would do it again even tho i got my eyes opened and believe we were wrong for being there. That doesn't take away from the honor of us who served proudly when called to do so.
I have an uncle who served in Viet-Nam and I can see in his life and his eyes how it affected him. He was exposed to agent orange, it caused him to have a child with a birth defect, she had over 50 surgeries until she died young. The stress of it all tore his marriage apart. He developed a skin rash and suffered heart and kidney damage from it as the years went by. Our Veterans deserve to be treated like Royalty! I saw someone disrespecting one of our heros once and grabbed him by the throat until he apologized, everytime I see a man or woman in our military uniform I stop and say thank you Sir or Mam , God Bless All of You!!
Longrider my dad was also exposed to agent orange and fortunately my brother and I didn’t have severe birth defects, but I had neuro issues as a child as result.
How stupid are you!!! You ignorant bastard. Try doing a hitch in the military before you overload your alligator mouth before you engage your hummingbird brain.
Tell your uncle that he's appreciated! The shit they dealt with over there was hellish. And the shit they dealt with at home was fucked. Tell him, from one veteran to another that he is loved and respected by us younger vets!!
Anybody who leaves a hateful comment, or dislikes this video, your not a true patriot. God bless all you Veterans out there. Weather you fought in ww2, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan it doesn't matter. Thank you
about time they deserved a welcome home ceremony.... I know that war was controversial, I know that civil rights weren't stellar back then and that there was a lot of problems, but those who volunteered and those who were drafted still did their duty and beyond. day in day out. They deserve no less. and If it changes something, I am sorry they were treated poorly. For me, they are still men of valor.
My father would take me to the VA in Memphis, TN with him when I was a kid and I would sit for hours and listen to stories about Korea and Vietnam from all kinds of veterans that were there for all kinds of reasons. Many of the stories were nightmare fuel because my father told them to be honest, not to sugar coat it and they didn't, but I knew after meeting and talking to those people that I had to become one of them and when I graduated from Marine Corps boot camp in the beginning of 2002 my father recorded the ceremony and took it back to the VA to show it off.
HiThere good on you ... "might as well enjoy the ride..." everyone is a casualty of their times heroes; perpetrators; and, victims destine to an eternity churning in humanity's vortex of life's flotsam and jetsam .
Clifford Daniels They failed us,Cambodia was in hell when America left until the people revolted. I don't hate the vets for their hard work but leaving and killing innocence for them to become independent and then annexed by America and still harshly treated is WRONG
Our older brother proudly served in the U.S. Army Pleiku, S.Viet Nam '68-'69. 2 Armored Div Hell on Wheels. He is resting @ Chattanooga National cemetary. THANX to All who served our country.
This got me teary eyed. OIF II Army Combat Medic vet here and I always felt guilt at how well I or we were and are currently received by everyone. I have the upmost respect for Vietnam Vets. We had it a lot easier than you all in pre Gulf wars. You veterans are my hero's. Thank you all for your sacrifices and service.
I never understood why the veterans themselves were targeted for the wrong doings of some, however the war was a stupid one. Just like in WWII though, the German soldiers were always treated as mass murderers.
I don't blame the normal German soldiers of WWII. What did they know better? They grew up in that country and grew up through the rise of the Nazi party, they didn't know the true evil that was going on. The sick bastards were really the SS officers, the Nazi leaders, and those alike. Those regular German soldiers just wanted to follow orders and feel proud for serving their country, not get grouped with the rest of the filth of the Nazi party.
Sk8mattGaming Why would some poor slob on a farm want to risk his life in a war when the best that he can get out of it is to come back to his farm in one piece. Naturally, the common people don't want war; neither in Russia nor in England nor in America, nor for that matter in Germany. That is understood. But, after all, it is the leaders of the country who determine the policy and it is always a simple matter to drag the people along, whether it is a democracy or a fascist dictatorship or a Parliament or a Communist dictatorship. Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is tell them they are being attacked and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism and exposing the country to danger. It works the same way in any country.
Couldnt Beat? HA HA Denial Milan. It was possible for The United States to win the War However doing so could of sparked WW3 since China also Helped North Vietnam. The United States did not bomb Supply lines nor bomb Aircraft bases or even bring Heavily armored tanks into the Region, Why? Because it would Escalate the war into a Bigger War and Eventually something Unprecedented.
Thank you so much for this tribute. It means a lot to those of us who paid, and are paying, the devastating and enduring price of combat. ~Robert Carlson 1969-1970 Vietnam Alpha Company 4/23rd Mech Infantry 25th Infantry Division
I proudly served in the Navy from 1969 to 1973 aboard the USS John Paul Jones (DDG-32). We made 2 Viet Nam cruises one in 70 and one in 72. Each time that we came home people SPAT in our faces and cussed us. I am very proud that the coming home soldiers and sailors nowadays get a HEROES welcome they deserve it. I am very proud of our military. God bless you!!!!!!
I've had my grandfathers friend killed in Vietnam, and I would like to say to those fallen soldiers, thank you, and to all the veterans from Vietnam that came home, and had to deal with those disrespectful people against the war and against you, deserves to rot in hell, thank you for your bravery and sacrifice of the Vietnam veterans🇺🇸
I got out December 15, 1968 and remember all of this stuff. No I never went to Vietnam in my three years but relatives did and luckily came home while many I knew did not. The protesters stain will never wear off them not those who served.
I remember one time I saw a man wearing a Vietnam Vet hat and I walked up to him, shook his hand, looked him in the eye, and said thank you for your service. He squeezed my hand harder and started to tear up in his eyes. Told me he never got that treatment when he came home long ago and it meant a lot to him.
Youngbess1: I'm sorry for your loss, and for America's arrogance/stupidity...but America was never told that Australia was there... along with the French; British; Canadians; Germans; S. Koreans; Cambodians; Laotians; Thailand; New Zealand... There were twelve countries fighting the North Vietnamese aggression Along side of the S. Vietnamese, and the U.S.! America was told we were there by ourselves fighting an over-whelming North Vietnam force!!
@@rithvikmuthyalapati9754 I believe WAKES who served aboard ships stationed in the Gulf of Tonkin would have been eligible for the Vietnam service medal. I'm sure there are other ways, but this is an example
@@rithvikmuthyalapati9754 Women also served in Vietnam. I went to a concert in Las Vegas and the lady who was the head of the nursing services in Vietnam was at the concert. It was an honor to meet her and tell her how much her nurses did for us all.
not a minute into this....i call bullshit.... you nam vets be proud for what you did.... my respect 100 percent....you guys are my true hero... god bless
I was a kid back then, in the mid - late 60's,,,,,,,,we lived on Clark, dad was 902nd out of Clark,,,,we would wait for him at flight line and see the boys-men come in,,waliking, being carried, some flights had boxes,,and i remember seeing the wounded in the hospital halls at Clark AFB,,,,,,some smiled, some cried and some just looked into nowhere,,,,that conflict alone caused many many to suffer,,some scars you can see and others you can't,,,,,,some took their own lives, others lived out their lives and would never speak of southeast asia,,,,,,,many took their nightmares that tormented them to the grave and many still live with the whole issue everyday,,,,,,,,so in a way it was good that they got a coming home finally,,,,,,,some would appreciate it and some would probably blow it off as an after thought,,,,,it still doesn't make it right how they were treated ,,,,,,,,,,you can't pull a splinter out 40 years later and expect the infection to just go away.............they did what no-one else wanted to do,,,,,,,when others were dodging their chance the vets stood up,,,,i am grateful to all the vets for their service, but, i still ask myself one question,,,,,,,how do you tell those that can't hear "welcome home, job well done"
This American would like to say Thank You each an everyone who served in any capacity for our country ! God Bless each an everyone of you an your family's an to those of the fallen an their families! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 👍👍
Andy Rothaar your just every were arn't you my grandfather served in nam in the army he didn't rape anyone but he did tell me he was forced to shoot kids that ran at him with bombs straped to their chest it's not the kids fault but he always told me that he wishes he could take it all back
Omg i am crying as i do for every sad eye in these veterans who served our country to allow us to be free. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. Everyone should be eternally greatful. God bless you all 🇺🇸
When I was in Vietnam in 1967 I didn't dream things would play out like the way they have. I felt the rejection at first and was saddened by it But in the last few years we have been looked upon in a different light. What amazed me was the construction of the Vietnam memorial.
I love each and every one of the Vets what took them so long to say thank you, I remember watching aircraft carriers coming home, it was the Nimitz this day, I was standing on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tunnel they where in route to Norfolk Naval ship yard, in my own way was there to greet them not to spit on them or call them baby killers I was on their side
I too feel sorry for those who didn't make it back, but i have no hard feelings against the Vietnamese either. They were soldiers like us fighting for what they believed in. I also feel sorry for their soldiers that didn't make it home. I have been back to Vietnam twice. It is a beautiful country, rich in traditions and wonderful friendly people. I have even met some of my old enemies i fought against.
996 people who dislike this have no heart.it's sad why people treated the troops like dirt. They are true heros. I lost my one of my great uncle in this war.god bless America
Crypton Exploitz sorry, calling me not american even though i have an us citizenship, u rlly r dat delusional. lmfao, then y tf did u bring, "look at wat dats going on in the world, rn", just look at ur ignorance. heck, the reason y us, the USA invaded iraq is because Saddem Hussein, yes, he maintained the middle east "peacefully", but he had invaded ten other neighbouring countries and killed ten thousands of his people. its liek saying theres dis guy murdering people in dis city, and then here came dis cop who later killed the murderer who tried to kill a woman, then after the scene, people start blaming the cop as a culprit
Crypton Exploitz give me source of when the CIA faked execution tapes, but still, i have to agree with u dat the US did fund ISIS, notably the democratic party fund ISIS
my grandpa used to cry because of everything he was forced to do at Vietnam. how he had to kill families that were simply trying to cross the borders and all, and many more stuff that he's said.
Destiny Alexis all 8 of the vietnam veterans in my family are the same way. i know they regret half the things over there and i never ask because the guilt that would return might literally break their hearts
My grandfather was drafted as well. One day I asked my grandpa if he's ever been out of the country. I was very little at the time. He said "Well dear, I sure have. To a tiny country name Vietnam. Unfortunately, it wasn't for a vacation." I used to always wonder why he said that.......now I definitely know. He passed away 12 years ago.
They didn’t want or need anything from us but a “welcome home “ . Thank you for serving an the sacrifice to our great nation .
They were spit on, beat up, called baby killers.They did what their country asked them to do. So many were treated like scum of the earth. I'm from Ft Sill, ok. Area, army brat. It was horrifying what those who went and came home to hate. Our brother came home in a box.😪🙏🏼
Thank you for understanding that
@@maggiecampbell5615 search my lai, read everything that happened. And how it was unsuccessfully swept under the rug, unlike many other killings done by many of these veterans.
Alyssa heil thank you for knowing what we deserve. As a Vietnam veteran I am glad that you understand that
@@synertic7271 there are good and bad people everywhere but never think that we are all the same. If you had been there you may have done even worse so never try to judge other people
A Vet is a Vet...IDC what war they were involved in, They all deserve our respect!!
WHY IS KILLING ANY SUCH A GLORUOS THING
@@marcdemmon3020 some people need killing
All over the world Veterans get treated like 2nd class citizens. Waje up! If it weren't for a Vet, where would you be now?
cyclone8974 And your one of them !
Even Nazi German and Imperial Japan veterans?
I went through much of the same that these vets did when we landed in San Diego in late 72. I've noticed that I've been receiving thank yous more since 9-11. Thanks to all who served in Vietnam. God bless you all.
Im am sorry that you were treated that way sir and it disgusts me that the American people would do that to you heros thank you sir from the bottom of my heart
Im joining the USMC Im 26 losing a 100 pounds to do it all you Nam vets and all veterans Inpsire me to keep going I look up to all of you I love all of you I wish I could Tell everyone that served in Nam that I know how badly they were treated
Hey sir, Welcome Home.
Thank you for your services
I was born in North Vietnam. But I am sorry for your sacrifice for a meaningless war and for some cruel groups of people. Peace and good health to you, sir.
My grandpa fought in Vietnam. He lost some of his comrades, and I’m not going to bother asking him about his time there because it’s sensitive for him. I just hope he wasn’t treated like shit when he got back.
you should ask your grandfather if he wants to talk to you
about his time in vietnam, maybe you will be surprised .. that he likes to share things with you about his nam and his youth
This is a story worth telling. If he chooses to share with You his story.....Please do that for him
and for You.
And
Tell him Thank You from me
Someone who benefited from the blanket of courage your Grand father provided.
Could you thank him for his service for me please
Thank you for your grandpa's service
Yeh, could you tell him thank you for me and all of us? The Vietnam War was one of the worst times in American history to be in the military, so your grandpa deserves the utmost respect that you can give him.
I as a veteran have always felt a strong sense of guilt over how they were treated. They went through hell and came home to a new hell. I am proud to have been in the same military as them. God bless all who served in Vietnam you are loved and you will not be forgotten.
Ukjimmy Georgeward I know it’s late but, welcome home and thank you for you service
bearpapie69 You sick bastard. I dare you to say that anyplace that isn’t behind a damned keyboard. Go to hell.
@bearpapie69 Shut the fuck up you hippy fuck
What country are you from Ukjimmy Georgeward?
Perhaps the "Uk"? Just a wild guess. :)
Rip for those who fell during Vietnam
Thx jesus
A vet is a vet,god bless them.
cheers jesus
RIP to ALL Vietnam's on any and ALL Wars.
God Bless You ALL 💗
Thank you Jesus, very cool.
Vietnam Vet 1968-69..we were just in shock at people throwing things at us and cursing us when we arrived back home; we wondered what had happened to out Country while we were gone.
Robby Combs my father was a Vietnam Vet. Sgt. US ARMY 9th infantry stationed in Da Nang from ‘68-‘69. He passed in 2012 from COPD and complications from Agent Orange.
@@devonschwartz6456 Devon God Bless your Dad and you; I have One Lung thanks to Agent Orange; Vietnam is still killing us 50 years on.
I personally think that the USA’s involvement in Vietnam was unjust, however don’t think it right in any respect to blame the soldiers for the bloodshed. More so the politicians and generals.
WE are SO SORRY for the bad behavior of a few Americans -- there were so many of us who hated that and did NOT feel (nor act) the same way.
(WAR IS HELL like Gen. Sherman said, but there are times when we must help our allies fight to keep our own America free and allow us to think freely and express what we wish without threat of harm. That is our America -- let's keep it that way!)
It does not matter what the reason for war is or was, where it was or is even now, our brave young men (including women, today) fight for the freedom of our (YOURS AND MY) Country, laid down their lives for us and our Country, are still doing that, and NOTHING can ever minimize that! We thank them, respect and honor them, always have and always will.
I am forever grateful for your service to our country. I am so very sorry you had to endure such ignorant and repulsive behavior. You are the very foundation our country stands on. Thank you.
I miss my grandfather. He recently died in 2015. He was a Korean and Vietnam war Veteran
god bless you and ur grandfather
My adopted dad fought in North Korea in WW2 , My dad told me something you might understand better than me. He said a Phosphorous bomb was about to hit his buddy in the stomach... he pushed his body out of the way of the bomb and took it in his thigh. My father never went to the VA, but he definitely had PTSD ! My mom told me he would wake up screaming and trying to climb the window blinds
I Salute you and yours.
Thank you for his service.
@@evahale9563 1st of god bless ur adoption father
2nd of a phosphorus is highly flammable and will melt through your skin in a matter of seconds
Really dangerous stuff
My brother is a Vietnam vet and was treated so badly when he returned home in Washington DC. He became sick and in 1997 when our dad died. He disappeared. His name is Staff Sargent Charles R. Fowler. Dear brother if you're out there and is reading this,your sister Sheila is looking for you over 20 years. We love you and appreciate what you did for our country!😥
Sheila Carter I really hope you find him
Sheila Carter Damn, that's tough. I hope he comes back. I hope you find him. God bless you, your brother, and your entire family, as well as all good people. From Canada.
I'll pray for you and your brother, Sheila.
Do u have any way i can get in touch with u i want to help
I so hope you have found him by now. 😓
My dad served in Vietnam too..
I told a vietnam vet " welcome home " He burst into tears and simply said " finally " ...
We Nam vets never told anyone about being a Vietnam Vet.😢
For 40 years
Do not spit on the veterans, spit on the politicians who sent them there.
@@lordnocturne3420 hi I guess u will injoy me I am Iraq and Afghanistan veteran.
100% agree.
As stated in song “Requiem for a Soldier” young men die for old man’s wars. Not their fault they were in Vietnam, but Washington politicians fault
@@Stretch501st I don't want to blame gov I blame myself I made the choice but now I have ptsd
Nadia Beier hello sir, I want you to know something... I’m a suicide survivor.... and I respect you and I respect the pain you are going through. You are NEVER ALONE in your pain. Even if you may feel like it, there are others just like you.
You have worth, and you are here for a reason. It is not your fault, you have to accept that past to be in the present. You are loved, even if it’s just a stranger.
Seek other vets, they are going through same thing, and you can work together through it.
You are not weak, but strong to admit something is wrong.
@@Stretch501st same here im a suicide survivor man respect to ya
Glad to see these guys getting the respect that was long overdue
In my last enlistment i had a Sgt Major and a senior sergeant as a boss who had neither served in Vietnam and took a dislike to me as i believe they were jealous of my service and the fact i had been awarded medals in Vietnam.
@@rondodson5736 Thanks for your service!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸
I served in Vietnam from June of 1967 to September of 1969, and when I returned to the United States coming through San Francisco, I was treated badly. Now they want to welcome Vietnam Vets home, I say your 50 years,to late. Nothing you can do will change what happened to me and other Vets so long ago. We served our Country and the Country failed us.
Larry Crawford--The people who did the welcoming were different generations. They weren't responsible for what happened 40 years before.
And maybe that's the reason he doesn't feel the wounds amended because it's not a real apology.
Yes many soldiers did horrid things during Vietnam, and many of them contrary to popular belief were severely punished for it.Also American soldiers got blamed for a lot of things that they weren't responsible for either, like that fire bombing picture with the little girl running away. Yeah that was the SK but America got blamed for it. My grandfather told me stories of his service ( he didn't like too but I always got him drunk first.) His unit saved an entire village from the VC who were decapitating women who's husbands aided the Americans. War is NOT black and white!
Larry Crawford time will pay you back all the things you have suffered for so long. VietCong is not what we are expecting. I believe one day, justice will speak up for you.
Larry Crawford It's horrible how Vietnam veterans where treated. I do appreciate you serving, God bless you.
Larry Crawford
Thank you for your service.
RIP THE 58.000 WHO never came back
RIP the 1.5 mil veintam people that got killed by the us
FusionTrain You MEAN THE COMMUNIST OR THE CIVILQNS THE COMMUNIST KILLED
WAR DUDE MORENO dude... the us had nothing to do with the war.. they just jumped in and said hey guys fuck you ur gonna die
+FusionTrain the COMMUNIST DID THE SAME FUCKING THING THEY KILLED 3 MILLION NON COMMUNIST. JUSTIFING THE POT POT GENOCIDE YOU STUPID IDIOT
WAR DUDE MORENO They died for oil!
These service members from Vietnam are true Hero's and true Patriots in my eyes. Anyone who fights for our country should be honored! As a fellow veteran they have my upmost respect. Welcome home and Thank you for all your service to our Great nation !!!
Thank you for your service Sir.
I Served from 62 to 66 in the U.S. military. I was discharged, and return to Canada. I am Canadian, I went to the Vietnam Memorial and found a Buddy I served with who didn't make it back, my Son trace his name from the Memorial, bought a American Flag placed in a Triangle, and it sits in my office, I am Honoured to display it. I came back before the people started protesting us. It was discussing. I was also discussed at the Americans that ran to Canada to avoid the draft. I would love to send them back to you. God bless you all,and all military who served their country.
Thank-you SIR for serving in the Vietnam war as a Canadian. Canada should have been their with their US. neighbors. God bless you .
I am Canadien, also served in the U.S. military in Viet Nam and the Middle East. In Viet Nam there were people from Australia, New Zealand and there were others Canadiens that served in the U.S. military
Thank you for your service, Ted.
I think there is a LOT of disgust held for those protesters. The memory of your service will go on to be held in high regard. The memory of the atrocities committed by those protesters will go on to be held in utter contempt.
I honor those whose names are on the wall and am outraged at those who were not put on the wall due to govt politics.
@ Ted Little: You came to the U.S. and served along with us. Thank you for your service. We had a Canadian in my unit. He was our mechanic and he kept our V100's rolling. Again, thank you for your service and for helping us. God bless you 🙏
No need to thank me. I went freely, I served, I did what was expected of me. I was spat at, cursed at and harassed to tears. I was only a man who became a soldier. I was a field medical specialist who stopped the bleeding. I did what was expected of me. I would freely do it again.
BOYCOTT NIKE !!!!
Thank you for your service and welcome home. Hope you have a great upcoming veteran's day. I am a retired Army Medic as well. Best job in the Army.
@@WaywardWaggs I appreciate you kind comments and also thanks for your service as an Army Medic. Although I was trained for Vietnam, I found myself in Regensburg Germany 1967/68 where I was attached to H.A.W.K. missile as a Field Medical Specialist. My duty was the greatest imaginable. Coming home at that time was the same as it was for those coming from Nam. Total disrespect from the cowards who refused to serve. I remember being called a "baby killer"! For God's sake, I was a healer! I would love to have done more! I SALUTE EVERYONE WHO EVER WORE THE UNIFORM !! AMEN !!
❤
The world needs more people like you🙏
Thank you for your service sir
Served in Cu Chi 1966-67. Bless all my brothers and welcome home. For all those who didn’t return I’ll see you in heaven for you’ve served your time in hell.
Pop was in the 196th L.I.B Chu Lai 68-69. Welcome home brother.
Thank you for your service to our country!
you're words make me cry for the fallen and for those with PTSD
@Toori Baba Shut the fuck up, ignorant trashbag. Most men were forced into the Vietnam War, either dying or becoming mortally wounded and getting spit on the streets, forever remembering the horrors in Vietnam. Stop generalizing all Americans who fought in Vietnam.
@Toori Baba I want you to realize that they were following orders they didn't want to kill some of them liked killing but the rest are good and great people and if you call him a baby killer I will fight you on sight
Our returned veterans in new Zealand were not well treated either. Why do people blame the soldiers. They did what all good soldiers do they obeyed orders. You are all noble and honorable soldiers. Those that didn't come home alive R.I.P Thank you all
REMBER THE OTHERS RED CROSS DOCTERS WITH OUT BORDERS CHAPLINS MANY VUOLENTERSS DIED TOO
So sorry for your loss. May God Bless his soul.
Marc Demmon That has nothing to do with what we are talking about, Yeah we are also very sad for those doctors
As a 12 year Army Veteran and Iraq War Veteran, I approve of this message *Salute to all Vietnam Vets* Welcome home brothers and sisters
Salute to you as well sir, thank you for your service!
@@gooeyking I appreciate your support and gratitude. I'd do it again in a heartbeat if called back to duty. Be well and God bless you
welcome home soldiers!!!
Andy Rothaar Do you have any idea what you’re talking about?
libtard detected
stfu fucking commie
It's fucking disgusting that people would treat these veterans like that after what they've been through.
Nomad I don't get it.
+LeandroBRC47 Apparently you have shit for brains. He is talking about the dickheads back in the 60's and 70's that treated the veterans like that.
HawkeyeNation19 "apperently you have shit for brain" I can see that as a movie line
LARPing Gamer I agree with you, we shouldn't have been there however the same sort of shit happened in Ireland at the hands of the British army but that doesn't mean British soldiers should be head hunted and treated like shit after what they went through.
Now This horrible people used to be leaders now it's someone who respects the military
Dave, I´m from Brazil and I want to thank you so much for this video and the reconigtion that every veteran of any war deserves. My best Regards.
+Jose Liberia Thanks Jose. That's very kind.
except isis
Bless you and all like you.
Anders You know what's sad though. If the U.S hadn't tried to help the Muslims have a "government", Isis wouldn't exist. We tried to teach them how to have democracy and it split up the Suni and Shite Muslims. So in short, Isis existence is Americas fault. we always step in trying to teach proper government and something fucks up.
*** Sgt WarDaddy98 *** But I believe that's more down to the US' failure to moderate things after the war, they left the country while the supporters of the fallen governments' supporters took control of the country.
I think the US are right in trying to give everyone human rights and democracy no matter where they're born, they just need to dedicate resources for a longer period of time than the war, perhaps a small occupation to ensure the country transitions smoothly.
All veterans deserve the respect they deserve. By God whenever I see a veteran, I thank them for their honorable service and I give them something that they should have gotten when they come home... a salute. I'm in Jrotc and we always remember those who fought for us, even in Vietnam. God bless the American Troops and God Bless our Veterans !
You get it, many do not.
I want to thank every man and woman who served our country in the Vietnam War. Your service will not be forgotten.
Amen
Maybe not by real Americans but by so many. Not that they forgot our service, they just don't appreciate those who serve to preserve the freedoms they have.
I am the son of a Vietnam veteran Marine. He served in the 1/5 in 1968 and 1969. I've nearly come to blows defending him and his service against those who don't understand. He was only 19 when he went to Vietnam, and he saw and was caught in the middle of some horrible, terrifying situations. But I have always been and always will be proud of him. Seeing him earlier in summer of 2016 nearly in tears when we went to see the Moving Wall when it came to town spoke volumes. All Vietnam veterans should be honored and remembered. God bless them.
Next time you see him please tell him a random stranger on youtube thanks him for his service and i hope he is doing well
I refuse to see the wall until the govt puts every name on their that should be. They hide the real numbers. We lost a lot more than 58k.
I would like to thank my grandpa for fighting in the veitnam war I was lucky that he came back and today I still get to spend time with him I'm sorry for all of the people with family members who died at war but remember they died for you
Dylan Montez May god blees him.
Eric Thompson my dad was a baby of the vietnam war he was abandoned
Eric Thompson , Please give your Grandpa a Big Hug from me. God Bless him and all Men and Woman who served, and are presently serving this great Country. Ours
We all gave some and some gave all. Those of us who made it back are the lucky ones.
My Step Dad Fought in Vietnam so I say Thank You to All of Our Brave Vets that have Sacrificed their lives to give us the Freedoms that we have today
Much Love from Wv to all of them
VN never makes you lose your freedom, wtf invading dogggs
@@theanhhoang8884 His comment meant that the American people have the freedom they have today because the military always stands tall to defend those freedoms.
I'm also one as well.. Vietnam Vets get anything they want for life... My Dad. was one as well... Untold stories of the Bull shit they put up with.
One of my dad's customer is a Vietnam War vet,he gets a check every month from the VA now.Was exposed to the agent orange and got prostate cancer from it a few years ago.His was caught in time.I heard the stories of them being spit on,things thrown at them and called baby killers a lot.I know the hate of Jane Fonda still comes up whom was called Hanoi Jane a lot
@@Toolaholic7 I went to the prison in Hanoi where they kept the POW's. They keep a picture on the wall in the prison of Jane Fonda and McCain. They consider both heroes to the North Vietnamese. Vets will never accept Jane's apology.
Thank you Mr. Dave Annarino! As a daughter of a Air Force Vietnam vet, you nailed it right on the head and God Bless you!
Same thing happened to Australian Vietnam’s Veterans, they weren’t welcomed home until 1987
In my country no one dare to spit on someone. If you do that either you will be bashed up on the spot.
@ Bill Turner: Hello Bill, i always wondered how the Australian Vietnam Veterans were treated when they returned home. You guys got the same treatment. I didn't know that. I took my R& R in Sydney and i must say that the Australian people are wonderful people. I had a great time in Sydney and i would love to go back again someday, but I'm 72 now and i don't have the money to go back again. I want to thank all the Australian people for giving me such a great time.
Thank you guys for serving!
Most Americans aren't even aware of your sacrifices, to fight in this crazy war.
Cheers! God bless you!!!
When I was 17 years old I met my first Vietnam vet who was in the 173rd AIRBORN and had fought on Hamburger hill. He was shell shocked and couldn't control his trembling hands. It was an eye opening experience that I'll never forget. He was in and out of the VA hospital for years dealing with PTSD. The war finally took him several years ago by way of agent Orange. RIP GARY!
Wrong…it’s the 101st on Hamburger Hill…wrong
I also developed illnesses from Agent Orange. I am 100% disabled because of it but still get around pretty good. My oldest son followed in my footsteps and became an army ranger. He was hurt on a night jump and is 100% disabled. My daughter enlisted to be an MP and was sent to Iraq where she was wounded and is 100% disabled.
you guys will never be forgotten by us Hmong people. thank you who served.
Hi Hmong, base on my knowledge that h'mong is one of the ethnic minority in Viet Nam right?
Laos
Sacramento colonial van and storage love them too.
Justin- My Family are Native Americans and 3 Uncles & my God Father fought for Freedom of the Hmong in Vietnam/Laos. One died while there in battle, One died Heartbroken by his treatment when he returned. Only two are remaining and said they fought for the Mountain people (Hmong who were being slaughtered by the Communists) & for each other.
No, I have even heard confessions from friends. However, I have a problem with people who claim Veterans before refugees. I do not support their anti-refugee political agenda.
Thank you for serving your country and welcome home. Remember everyone deployed.
Too little too late
My husband served two tours in Viet Nam, included was the. TET Offensive. He and ALL his Viet Nam friends had to put up with a lot of crap from brain dead Libberals who called them baby killers. Then he held my hand and comforted me when OUR Four sons joined the US Army. Iraq, Bosnia, Afghanistan were served by OUR sons. OUR youngest was wounded in Afghanistan. ALL four sons are very successful and gave US ten wonderful grandchildren!
Kathleen OHanlon And you are proud of this? But you do know those wars were all fought for the elite to get rich not to protect us?
Kathleen OHanlon I thank pretty much your entire family for their service
So many capital words. Btw God Bless Ms. Kathleen that was beautiful.
You should be very proud, but also very grateful that they all are okay. And now you should anticipate the day your grandchildren want to go and serve. I'm from the UK but I agree more with your way of life than ours. You have my respect.
Thank your husband and sons, the courage it takes to serve will only be understood by those that HAVE served. I did, as have many in my family before me, and since my Service ended in 04. U.S. ARMY 97-99, National Guard 99-02.
Every vet i see, i tell them "welcome home." The look they give me is priceless. And we usually prolong the talk after that, i love hearing their stories.
As a Vietnam Era veteran and the daughter of a twice deployed Vietnam veteran, I salute you.
Thank you for your sacrifice and service. May God bless you all.
Welcome home frieda. Semper fi.
I think we as Americans, should respect are soldiers, not gust veatnam but every war that we have ever fought. Thanks to all the vets that have ever served 🇺🇸
Poopaka you really need to fix your grammar I’m not one of those annoying grammar nazis but you seriously need to fix your grammar and spelling
@@endergps1546 That is a good example of American lol
@@endergps1546 well, he didn't do it right
but it has a meaning alright
Im cuban...
The anger at the time directed at the wrong people, the child killers were the politician who sent young Americans to fight in Vietnam. I thank all Vietnam vets for your service!
Donald Trump hippies is what made the world wrong fact
media...first televised war.
Amen to that one brother!
Joseph Buckley haha In what world is Donald trump a hippie
Mi lai n more was what lead to such hatred at the time I think too
RUclips: yeah it’s been in 10 years, let’s recommend it.
It's like a fine wine
This is one of those rare times that it needed to be recommended later, the world needed to see this. Like The White Cat said, "It's like a fine wine."
youtube / twitter / facebook all censored ran by far left twats as is all social media
I'm glad they did. Thank you
Who cares it's 10 years. The war was over 50 years ago. So show some damned respect this isn't no crappy music video you're joking about.
Most will never see this but thanks to all who serve and served their country.
i have much respect for these troops
+Andy Rothaar Most of the men sent to fight in Vietnam had no choice. They were sent to do a job that you and I can't even fathom having to do. These men have seen things and been through things none of us can even begin to imagine. They deserve respect.
Andy Rothaar first off, rapers is not a word. Educate yourself before insulting those who risked their lives. Second, what the fuck are you talking about?
Andy Rothaar what do you do? Oh yeah write in a little keyboard because you are too scared to actually do something
Andy Rothaar you hate the war but aren't American why should you care those men fought and served with honor you probably never even thought of the military in other than a game or the news
A touching tribute...My Dad is also a Vietnam vet...
Out of my eye, tears came...to those veterans, I don't want to imagine the memoirs of the war and their emotional feelings, we thank you all with all our hearts...thanks for your sacrifices, sorry to your life friends that one may call them a brother that you lost
I'm sorry for how some people treated you vets. I love you and I'm proud of you I'm a vet also. Younger then you. Thank you so much for all your pain, God be with touch always
How many of these poor guy's never lived to see a welcome home like this. Too all of the men & women who served in Vietnam thank you so much for your service and god bless you all.
58,000 +
usaf6387 - I'm sure that number is at least double that. Think how many passed away 5 or even 10 years after coming home.
Don't let it bother you. We did not serve to receive parades or medals, we served because we love our country.
Thank all you brave soldiers who were in that war you all gave so much.
I hide being a Vietnam vet for a long time. I still cry with the horrible thoughts of that time I spent fighting for my country. I love this country. I was willing to give my life for all americans, I was young then now I am old and I feel the same way. I love my country.
Thank you Vincent for what you did to keep us safe. So sorry for what you went through :(
THANK YOU SIR KEEP YOU'R HEAD UP HIGH. I KNOW IT WAS HELL THERE YOU DID WHAT YOU HAD TO DO. I THANK YOU AGAIN GOD BLESS YOU.
Thanks buddy for what you did--our countrys heroes.
God Bless you Vincent Konie I salute you and my heart goes out to you.....Thank you for all you have done.....
God bless you, and thanks for all you have done for our country.
My oldest brother was in the Air Force. He spent eleven months in Vietnam, in Da Nang. That was in 1971, or '72.
Stephen Williams God bless him.
I lost 7 people from my home town of Ferguson mo. There were more BUT seven neighbors classmates and friends. I joined the marines in july '69.IN boot camp at San Diego at mail call one nite I got word that Mike Dalton, my good friend was KIA. That scared me then, but now I justalmost get sick from the thought of how scared Mike, Reavis, Barry, Timmy, Kenny, Mike Snyder, Jerry Marco Rich Gudiwitsch were. They did not make it back home. Their names are engraved at the beautiful wall in DC; a powerful monument. I too tossed my sea-bag into a dumpster in San Fancisco. I had a pair of old Levi's and at the time I wasn't proud of my time in the corps, but now I am SEMPER FI
I was stationed in Saigon the same time. However my missions were classified so i never knew where i was fighting at.
1967 and 1968. I Love You Brothers and I never will forget.
My brother died 45 years ago yesterday. I was going thru Vietnam vets tributes and found this. He, too, was spit on in San Francisco when he came home on leave. From there forward if he came home on leave he would change out of his uniform in the lavatory of the airplane. This video made me bawl, not just cry. I always thank every vet I see but particularly my Vietnam vets. Thank to each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart. Your sacrifice did not go unnoticed.
It did by many, but not by none that mattered.
A well deserved "welcome home"... it's NEVER too late to say, "Thank you". OUAA!!
It is if they died never hearing it
@@evahale9563 I think you are missing the point. We grew up in a time when serving was never questioned. Most of us never thought of not serving when called. I think it would be more of a tragedy not having had it said at all. I enlisted, i volunteered, i served and would do it again even tho i got my eyes opened and believe we were wrong for being there. That doesn't take away from the honor of us who served proudly when called to do so.
I have an uncle who served in Viet-Nam and I can see in his life and his eyes how it affected him. He was exposed to agent orange, it caused him to have a child with a birth defect, she had over 50 surgeries until she died young. The stress of it all tore his marriage apart. He developed a skin rash and suffered heart and kidney damage from it as the years went by. Our Veterans deserve to be treated like Royalty! I saw someone disrespecting one of our heros once and grabbed him by the throat until he apologized, everytime I see a man or woman in our military uniform I stop and say thank you Sir or Mam , God Bless All of You!!
I was a Canadian solder. and Luckly, served two tours of duty as as UN peacekeeper. God bless Canada, God Bless our Queen
Longrider my dad was also exposed to agent orange and fortunately my brother and I didn’t have severe birth defects, but I had neuro issues as a child as result.
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How stupid are you!!! You ignorant bastard. Try doing a hitch in the military before you overload your alligator mouth before you engage your hummingbird brain.
Tell your uncle that he's appreciated! The shit they dealt with over there was hellish. And the shit they dealt with at home was fucked. Tell him, from one veteran to another that he is loved and respected by us younger vets!!
Never again should citizens turn their backs on their military, men and women..
+James Amen!!
@Cassie Blackwells one step in front of another.
OMG! Welcome home. Again and again...Thank you for your service! You are not forgotten.
Anybody who leaves a hateful comment, or dislikes this video, your not a true patriot. God bless all you Veterans out there. Weather you fought in ww2, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan it doesn't matter. Thank you
about time they deserved a welcome home ceremony.... I know that war was controversial, I know that civil rights weren't stellar back then and that there was a lot of problems, but those who volunteered and those who were drafted still did their duty and beyond. day in day out. They deserve no less. and If it changes something, I am sorry they were treated poorly. For me, they are still men of valor.
I never had the privilege or honor to serve in the military, but I will say this, GOD BLESS YOU ALL FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY.
Well said Mr coffee !!!
This may have been published way back in 2009 but the feelings still remain.
Thank You, from this veteran.
My father would take me to the VA in Memphis, TN with him when I was a kid and I would sit for hours and listen to stories about Korea and Vietnam from all kinds of veterans that were there for all kinds of reasons. Many of the stories were nightmare fuel because my father told them to be honest, not to sugar coat it and they didn't, but I knew after meeting and talking to those people that I had to become one of them and when I graduated from Marine Corps boot camp in the beginning of 2002 my father recorded the ceremony and took it back to the VA to show it off.
Welcome to the ranks soldier
Honor is the one thing they can never take from us.
I'm Vietnamese and thanks you so much for helping our country. I used to live in Vietnam but now I'm living in Boston. U.S.A
HiThere just fuck you and go back to you communist country PIG!
Franck Assi Says the guy with the video "Super cat Mario xD", honestly.
HiThere good on you ... "might as well enjoy the ride..."
everyone is a casualty of their times
heroes; perpetrators; and, victims destine to an eternity
churning in humanity's vortex of life's flotsam and jetsam .
HiThere they did nothing but kill your children, burn your villages , and use your land for chemical weapons tests
HiThere, glad you made it here.
Sorry about the pain you went through. I'm very proud of you guys fighting for our country god bless you all thank you USA,USA
Clifford Daniels They failed us,Cambodia was in hell when America left until the people revolted. I don't hate the vets for their hard work but leaving and killing innocence for them to become independent and then annexed by America and still harshly treated is WRONG
Our older brother proudly served in the U.S. Army Pleiku, S.Viet Nam '68-'69. 2 Armored Div Hell on Wheels. He is resting @ Chattanooga National cemetary. THANX to All who served our country.
This got me teary eyed. OIF II Army Combat Medic vet here and I always felt guilt at how well I or we were and are currently received by everyone. I have the upmost respect for Vietnam Vets. We had it a lot easier than you all in pre Gulf wars. You veterans are my hero's. Thank you all for your sacrifices and service.
Hell yeah. Thank you for your service. My Dad was in the Coast Guard and he fought in Vietnam. Respect for these Veterans
I never understood why the veterans themselves were targeted for the wrong doings of some, however the war was a stupid one.
Just like in WWII though, the German soldiers were always treated as mass murderers.
LegionaryWithAGladius exactly blame the government war leaders etc.... Not the people giving their lives up to do what they were asked
I don't blame the normal German soldiers of WWII. What did they know better? They grew up in that country and grew up through the rise of the Nazi party, they didn't know the true evil that was going on. The sick bastards were really the SS officers, the Nazi leaders, and those alike. Those regular German soldiers just wanted to follow orders and feel proud for serving their country, not get grouped with the rest of the filth of the Nazi party.
Sk8mattGaming well your also forgetting all Nazi soldiers were told join me or die so yea they didnt have a choice really
***** Still doubt all of them opposed the ideals that they learned to grow up with anyway. Plenty/most of them fought with honor for their country.
Sk8mattGaming Why would some poor slob on a farm want to risk his life in a war when the best that he can get out of it is to come back to his farm in one piece. Naturally, the common people don't want war; neither in Russia nor in England nor in America, nor for that matter in Germany. That is understood. But, after all, it is the leaders of the country who determine the policy and it is always a simple matter to drag the people along, whether it is a democracy or a fascist dictatorship or a Parliament or a Communist dictatorship. Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is tell them they are being attacked and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism and exposing the country to danger. It works the same way in any country.
As much as I hated those God forsaken places I've been to in the military, I will always love the guys I served with.
Milan FU assbag towel wearing dog. swine Is way to good for dogs like you...
Yeah that's why the only thing you're good at is talking shit, and that's a productive part of your life.
Milan we did not lose the war noone won even when we left the NVA and SVA were still fighting
58 000+ US lives lost, around 1 000 000 NVA lives lost, so don't say the americans weren't effective.
Couldnt Beat? HA HA Denial Milan. It was possible for The United States to win the War However doing so could of sparked WW3 since China also Helped North Vietnam. The United States did not bomb Supply lines nor bomb Aircraft bases or even bring Heavily armored tanks into the Region, Why? Because it would Escalate the war into a Bigger War and Eventually something Unprecedented.
Gentlemen, a heartfelt salute from a veteran in the UK. God bless each and every one of you.
Best regards to all veterans both men and women.
Thank you so much for this tribute. It means a lot to those of us who paid, and are paying, the devastating and enduring price of combat.
~Robert Carlson
1969-1970 Vietnam
Alpha Company
4/23rd Mech Infantry
25th Infantry Division
57,000 dead we were soldiers 1st Cav 1st Tactical command Big Red One Air Borne 25th Mec RIP
Go Airborne! My father had the utmost respect for you when he served in WWII.
So was my Godfather.he survive but ,got Orange chemical and past away 14 years ago.God Bless Him
From a Canadian vet who was ready to serve in Vietnam thank you guys andWELCOME HOME
To all these Men who served, Thank you for your services, God bless you all .
I proudly served in the Navy from 1969 to 1973 aboard the USS John Paul Jones (DDG-32). We made 2 Viet Nam cruises one in 70 and one in 72. Each time that we came home people SPAT in our faces and cussed us. I am very proud that the coming home soldiers and sailors nowadays get a HEROES welcome they deserve it. I am very proud of our military. God bless you!!!!!!
Thank you for your service and welcome home. Hope you have a great upcoming veteran's day.
I've had my grandfathers friend killed in Vietnam, and I would like to say to those fallen soldiers, thank you, and to all the veterans from Vietnam that came home, and had to deal with those disrespectful people against the war and against you, deserves to rot in hell, thank you for your bravery and sacrifice of the Vietnam veterans🇺🇸
uncle bob PTSD that's why bro. US government is failing its troops and not treating them correctly after they come home
@@iPolitely And today all branches are not meeting their enlisted requirements, and they wonder why.
I want to thank all the veterans! God Bless you for your service and sacrifices God Bless you 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I got out December 15, 1968 and remember all of this stuff. No I never went to Vietnam in my three years but relatives did and luckily came home while many I knew did not. The protesters stain will never wear off them not those who served.
God Bless all who served and those serving now!
Thank you to all veterans who served during the Vietnam era.
@Cassie Blackwells I am doing fine Cassie thanks for asking. How are you doing?
@Cassie Blackwells no it's ok
I remember one time I saw a man wearing a Vietnam Vet hat and I walked up to him, shook his hand, looked him in the eye, and said thank you for your service. He squeezed my hand harder and started to tear up in his eyes. Told me he never got that treatment when he came home long ago and it meant a lot to him.
I have 3 uncles that arw Vietnam vets. My respects to them and all Vietnam vets welcome home and thank u for your service.. Love u guys
One of America's Great Shames being made right. Well done; from an ex-military medic from a far away land.
The recognition is too late, as in Australia. I am the wife of a Vietnam Veteran. God bless them all.
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Youngbess1: I'm sorry for your loss, and for America's arrogance/stupidity...but America was never told that Australia was there... along with the French; British; Canadians; Germans; S. Koreans; Cambodians; Laotians; Thailand; New Zealand... There were twelve countries fighting the North Vietnamese aggression Along side of the S. Vietnamese, and the U.S.! America was told we were there by ourselves fighting an over-whelming North Vietnam force!!
@@michaelmcgregor1202 Those of us who fought in Vietnam knew you were there.
3 of my grandparents served in Vietnam. I couldn’t be more proud of them.
You have 3 grandpas? How is that possible?
@@rithvikmuthyalapati9754 I believe WAKES who served aboard ships stationed in the Gulf of Tonkin would have been eligible for the Vietnam service medal. I'm sure there are other ways, but this is an example
@@rithvikmuthyalapati9754 Women also served in Vietnam. I went to a concert in Las Vegas and the lady who was the head of the nursing services in Vietnam was at the concert. It was an honor to meet her and tell her how much her nurses did for us all.
not a minute into this....i call bullshit.... you nam vets be proud for what you did.... my respect 100 percent....you guys are my true hero... god bless
FROM A MARINE VET THAT WAS IN VIETNAM TWICE. WELCOME HOME BROTHERS!
Thank you for your service sir
In my social studies class, I learned that where they faught was jungle and they had to kill children or old people
Theres huh, alot more to it than that. Many didnt want to, some did, some just broke. but theres ALOT that goes into that war.
I was a kid back then, in the mid - late 60's,,,,,,,,we lived on Clark, dad was 902nd out of Clark,,,,we would wait for him at flight line and see the boys-men come in,,waliking, being carried, some flights had boxes,,and i remember seeing the wounded in the hospital halls at Clark AFB,,,,,,some smiled, some cried and some just looked into nowhere,,,,that conflict alone caused many many to suffer,,some scars you can see and others you can't,,,,,,some took their own lives, others lived out their lives and would never speak of southeast asia,,,,,,,many took their nightmares that tormented them to the grave and many still live with the whole issue everyday,,,,,,,,so in a way it was good that they got a coming home finally,,,,,,,some would appreciate it and some would probably blow it off as an after thought,,,,,it still doesn't make it right how they were treated ,,,,,,,,,,you can't pull a splinter out 40 years later and expect the infection to just go away.............they did what no-one else wanted to do,,,,,,,when others were dodging their chance the vets stood up,,,,i am grateful to all the vets for their service, but, i still ask myself one question,,,,,,,how do you tell those that can't hear "welcome home, job well done"
Thank you men for you sacrifice and service
This American would like to say Thank You each an everyone who served in any capacity for our country ! God Bless each an everyone of you an your family's an to those of the fallen an their families! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 👍👍
@Cassie Blackwells Hello Cassie doing ok just working trying to make a living hope you are doing good !
@Cassie Blackwells Not at all friends is good to have ! Sorry so late getting back to you got off work an went to help a friend with his camper !
God Bless Our Veterans! Thank you for your service to the Americans. . . My heart was filled with love for our Vietnam vets in this video. . .
+Andy Rothaar stfu
Andy Rothaar your just every were arn't you my grandfather served in nam in the army he didn't rape anyone but he did tell me he was forced to shoot kids that ran at him with bombs straped to their chest it's not the kids fault but he always told me that he wishes he could take it all back
We watched this in class today and I'm crying now. So touching.
Man great video!!! My gramps was in the vietnam war. He must have had many of his friends pass away...
I Respect Each And Every One Of You Men . Thank You For Serving Our Great Country.
Welcome home and thank u for ur service..
Omg i am crying as i do for every sad eye in these veterans who served our country to allow us to be free. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. Everyone should be eternally greatful. God bless you all 🇺🇸
When I was in Vietnam in 1967 I didn't dream things would play out like the way they have. I felt the rejection at first and was saddened by it But in the last few years we have been looked upon in a different light. What amazed me was the construction of the Vietnam memorial.
Jerry Giddens thank you for your service
If only our govt would put all the names on the memorial that should be there.
I love each and every one of the Vets what took them so long to say thank you, I remember watching aircraft carriers coming home, it was the Nimitz this day, I was standing on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tunnel they where in route to Norfolk Naval ship yard, in my own way was there to greet them not to spit on them or call them baby killers I was on their side
They aren't even concerned about themselves... their only problem was the worry for those who didn't make it back. I feel so sorry for them
I too feel sorry for those who didn't make it back, but i have no hard feelings against the Vietnamese either. They were soldiers like us fighting for what they believed in. I also feel sorry for their soldiers that didn't make it home. I have been back to Vietnam twice. It is a beautiful country, rich in traditions and wonderful friendly people. I have even met some of my old enemies i fought against.
996 people who dislike this have no heart.it's sad why people treated the troops like dirt. They are true heros. I lost my one of my great uncle in this war.god bless America
What if a few of them are veterans are too heartbroken to like this?
I personally know 3....
Crypton Exploitz if u really h8 america, then gtfo
Crypton Exploitz sorry, calling me not american even though i have an us citizenship, u rlly r dat delusional. lmfao, then y tf did u bring, "look at wat dats going on in the world, rn", just look at ur ignorance. heck, the reason y us, the USA invaded iraq is because Saddem Hussein, yes, he maintained the middle east "peacefully", but he had invaded ten other neighbouring countries and killed ten thousands of his people. its liek saying theres dis guy murdering people in dis city, and then here came dis cop who later killed the murderer who tried to kill a woman, then after the scene, people start blaming the cop as a culprit
Crypton Exploitz give me source of when the CIA faked execution tapes, but still, i have to agree with u dat the US did fund ISIS, notably the democratic party fund ISIS
Crypton Exploitz 10 million show me your source plzzz I got to know so I can hate in America’s
my grandpa used to cry because of everything he was forced to do at Vietnam. how he had to kill families that were simply trying to cross the borders and all, and many more stuff that he's said.
Destiny Alexis all 8 of the vietnam veterans in my family are the same way. i know they regret half the things over there and i never ask because the guilt that would return might literally break their hearts
Riley Horner Ik, I would like to hear more but it's not worth seeing them breakdown and stuff. All of my family members were drafted.
My grandfather was drafted as well. One day I asked my grandpa if he's ever been out of the country. I was very little at the time. He said "Well dear, I sure have. To a tiny country name Vietnam. Unfortunately, it wasn't for a vacation." I used to always wonder why he said that.......now I definitely know. He passed away 12 years ago.
made to or had to. In that area, at that time, you couldn't trust any of the people that lived there.
Goren N most of the were from the NK
Every person who serves deserves our Thanks and our Respect. Welcome Home Vets, and Thank You for serving your country with courage and honor.
As a Hungarian I respect these vets so much as they stick together
❤️USA
Bless you! A lot of people hate us but we only do what our government orders us to do.