Hello Joe I cried when you told about taking off your uniform...knowing what Americans thought of the war. I wish it would be mandatory for every American to listen to your commentation on Viet Nam. Your life is amaZing!!!! a lawyer, a Viet Nam vet/survivor/a wonderful human being. God Bless you Joe Giannini - would you accept my heartfelt thank you so much for what you endured? Take care of your heart. I had open heart surgery in 2004 and Im on my 2nd pacemaker...and I am so glad I was able to hear your talk. God watch over you. Jan Johnson, Culver, Indiana
Hey Joe, 3/8 Beirut vet here, 2 tours 82-83 & 84. All of my SNCO's were nam vets, and we were so thankful to have them leading us as young Marines. Just wanted to say how much you look like my father-in-law Giuseppe Sorrentino, 😆 God's speed brother.
This guy is the real deal . Really really right about everything and exactly how I felt about it . Thank god I didn’t go through what he did but bless him for having to .
Thank You Mr. Giannini for your Service and Dedication to our Country during a very difficult time.......YOU SIR are the reason I am Proud to call myself an American !!...........WELCOME HOME SIR!!
Much respect to you, Captain Giannini. Thank you for sharing your combat experience in Vietnam, Sir. I could sense the anguish and pain in your voice. You're a great man.
This is a Man..... the compassion, the expressive nature, a father for his men, a warrior, and a leader. Your story has left me with hope and praise. You belong to many as you have touched many. You are a Man who walks with giants.
I was 17 years old when I got to Vietnam-1966 through 1969 (My mom had to sign a waiver for me), You could not be drafted under the age of 18 but you could enlist with parents’ signature. I grew up fast and learned a lot, good and bad. (I am now 73 and still learning). I was stationed on the USS Providence (Navy) and also stationed in Country at a place called "Monkey Mountain" close to DaNang,. I spent 3 tours of duty in and around Vietnam. 3 of my high school friends were killed in Vietnam, I was spared. I participated in the TET Offensive in Feb 1968, that was bad. Somewhere along the way I was exposed to Agent Orange (Nasty Stuff) I am now on disability for the effects of agent orange. When I was discharged and came home to the States we arrived in San Francisco, and there were a lot of protesters spitting on us and throwing rocks and eggs and called us baby killers. That was our welcome home. I tell you this to say to you, that whatever your position is or was on the Vietnam war, it was not the veteran who got us into the war, most of us went because we were patriots and loved our country. Blame the politicians, yes, but not the veteran. To all Vietnam Vets out there, you are not forgotten. As a previous combat Vet myself, I salute you my friend. ***
Denny , I’m so sorry for what you went through, I have no idea of War , Thank God , All I can say is Welcome Home , and you made it , I hope your life post war was happy , You have been through your hell my brother , God Bless you and your family
I care and I always have. You are a hero and I'm proud of you. I'm sorry for the injuries you are enduring. My husband was in the 25 th infantry near plekeiu. God bless you and I truly thank you.
I'm a Great Neck native, as is my mother. This is the second interview of yours I've watched. Thank you for sharing your experience so openly. And thank you for your service.🙏🏻
I know nothing about what you went through. I wasn't there. But I care a great deal for you and other soldiers. I am listening. I'm trying to learn. My uncle was infantry 68-70. Thx for your service and for sharing and helping me learn more.
Excellent video. Lot of respect for this man. He recognizes many issues regarding service and combat in Vietnam and the return home and deals with them accordingly.
When they thank you. The could be me Sir. Son of a Vietnam Veteran. Member of a Gold Star family, of that war. Having much admiration, respect, and love for Marines like you. God Bless. 1stSgt ret.
Joe...I never served but a close cousin was 2nd Battalion 4th Regiment Marine 1967-68...he never spoke about his time except things that never showed the depth of his experience. He knew I guess there was no way we could understand. I had friends that were in the Army and lost limbs. I had drawn #314 in the first draft in '69...so I never had to make the decision of what I would do...but I knew by then the situation and the meaninglessness of this war. I imagine your searing experience in your soul gives you a depth of experience that serves you but at a great price. I can see your Love in you. What helped me understand my cousin and friends was a book called '' Achilles in Vietnam'' ...I wish you god's peace you did your duty to those young boys who were with you and that's all a good man could do. Forgive yourself if you feel guilty...there were no cowards on the line..it was survival.
A mustanger is when you get a battlefield commission to officer without having to go to OCS... Pretty rare thing.. he must of been a hell of a good leader for them to do that..
@@elsmain yes the 2/27th infantry wolfhounds were right next to my unit the 2/14th infantry in cu chi the only problem both our units were hardly ever in cu chi..we were always out in the field or on missions.the wolfhounds were a very good unit…
Dear Joseph, thank you for speaking about your combat experience during your military service in Vietnam. I for one would like to thank you for doing your duty when asked to fight for your country. The Politicians who used our military might as a diplomatic tool to stop communist ideology, soon learned you are not able to stop ideas with bullets. I was 13 yrs old when you were in Vietnam, and I had no clue what was going on at that time 1967-68. I blame our politicians for the way you and all the other returning marines, and military personnel got treated upon your return from Vietnam. There should have been parades and celebrations for you all. Our politicians should have encouraged all Americans to support the returning troops. I hold them all responsible. If there are any still in office today, let the vote reflect their failure during that time in history.
I care about what you want through. No man should have to live your experiences, everr .I'm sorry you and the thousands of other kids had to experience it too
Welcome Home, Joseph! I too am a Mustang, well to be more accurate with the jargon, an Army shavetail. I was in an indirect support organization, a Signal company, as an E-4 in Vietnam. I had some of the worse officers in the Army over me. I DEROS'd in March 1971. I joined the Army National Guard as an E-4. In 1977, I was approached by the Brigade staff and asked if I would consider going to OCS. I told them, I had no experience leading men. They talked me into giving it a try and I was Boarded by the Brigade staff. Soon I and about 50 other Soldiers processed in at the New Mexico Army National Guard Military Academy. My class number was 20-78, the 20th NMARNGA class since their beginning. I graduated 9th or 10th in my class in June of 1978. They returned me to the unit I came from....a big mistake. The second mistake I made was allowing Brigade to branch me in Air Defense Artillery instead of Infantry. My days back at my unit were a disaster and I made many mistakes. Shortly after making 1st Lt, I requested discharge from the National Guard and entered the Individual Ready Reserves. In that capacity, I was assigned to Regular Army combat units when on active duty. The first assignment given me by RCPAC in St. Louis was at Fort Ord as an evaluator of Air Defense operations in a joint services Field Training Exercise. My first and last below standard OER! My senior evaluator concurred with my unit commander in the field that I had a ways to go as an officer, made recommendations and get my Advanced Officer Basic Course out of the way with CNGS to follow. That was a real time of self evaluation! I had become a commissioned officer with a view to become better than the leadership I served under in Vietnam. Things began to change for the good after that heart chat with myself. My next assignment was on a unit field training exercise. I was assigned as an XO for the only Red Eye/Stinger/Vulcan battery in the Army. The First Sargeant took this still green Lieutenant under his arm and taught me everything I wanted to know about leadership. A reserve officer was seldom groomed by superior officers. From then on, the first thing I did when getting a new assignment was looking up a line unit NCO to learn about the unit, the mission, the men, and the machines (weapons) needd for war. I received exceptional OER's from then on. It's all about your men.....leadership. Training them, equipping them, feeding them, disciplining them, building their morale and Esprit de Corp. Paying your men is also important. MPC's as you recall were how we were paid. We could send the money home as a Class Q allotment to a parent or other designer. I am grateful for your role in Vietnam. You are so right about the "well intended" thank you's. They have no idea!
I'm not a vet and want to thank you for your service. however I do deal with ptsd from having spent 30 years as a medic. I'm now 52 y/o During that time I've responded to major disasters such as the OKC bombing, scenes that were unsecured with active shooter. I've been shot at multiple times thankfully never been hit. My point is I understand the night terrors from my experience, waking up in cold sweats, crying etcetera. To this day I still deal with reliving the bad calls. By no means do I understand combat and don't claim to. I do understand ptsd and how it affects you in all areas of your life. Again thank you for your service.
Those of us who dont know war we shouldn't try to make it, so many did and even more died, do u think u could take it. ( Uriah Heep 1974) always thought that song made a lot of sense
The government let you guys take the hit for the hate that was ment for them.They could have made you the brave men you showed to be and pointing out you all did what you were told to do, Even today while you get some acknowledgment for your bravery and just The fact you for the fears you all faced, The government takes zero blame .
am tired of being thanked. Officers held drafteees in contempt. the army miss treated soldiers. finally in the early eightees the VA announed help. i can relate to this guy but somehow the Jew horse shit came upon me, the contempt continues. almost 80 and still angry. Vietnam was a war to feed a bad economy. Give jobs. So many died under friendly fire.
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Hello Joe I cried when you told about taking off your uniform...knowing what Americans thought of the war. I wish it would be mandatory for every American to listen to your commentation on Viet Nam. Your life is amaZing!!!! a lawyer, a Viet Nam vet/survivor/a wonderful human being. God Bless you Joe Giannini - would you accept my heartfelt thank you so much for what you endured? Take care of your heart. I had open heart surgery in 2004 and Im on my 2nd pacemaker...and I am so glad I was able to hear your talk. God watch over you. Jan Johnson, Culver, Indiana
Hey Joe, 3/8 Beirut vet here, 2 tours 82-83 & 84. All of my SNCO's were nam vets, and we were so thankful to have them leading us as young Marines. Just wanted to say how much you look like my father-in-law Giuseppe Sorrentino, 😆 God's speed brother.
Cap, I was there at A3 from Oct 67 until we walked out late Dec
A Great Guy. Thanks for your service. A fellow Disabled Vietnam Veteran, Phu Bai, Hue and Khe Sanh, I Corp. 1967-1969 You will never be forgotten
This guy is the real deal . Really really right about everything and exactly how I felt about it . Thank god I didn’t go through what he did but bless him for having to .
Captain Giannini, please accept my sincere THANK YOU for your service to our country. You have my gratitude, respect and prayers. MA
Hi Joe, thank you for taking the time to share your story. Much respect to you.
Thank You Mr. Giannini for your Service and Dedication to our Country during a very difficult time.......YOU SIR are the reason I am Proud to call myself an American !!...........WELCOME HOME SIR!!
Brother I served army 69-71. Your Wright. God bless you.
Thank You Joseph For Telling Your Story That Will Forever Be Etched In American History 🇺🇸⚔️
I love you, Joe. I listened intently to every word you said. I love you young man.
Much respect to you, Captain Giannini. Thank you for sharing your combat experience in Vietnam, Sir. I could sense the anguish and pain in your voice. You're a great man.
This is a Man..... the compassion, the expressive nature, a father for his men, a warrior, and a leader. Your story has left me with hope and praise. You belong to many as you have touched many. You are a Man who walks with giants.
I was 17 years old when I got to Vietnam-1966 through 1969 (My mom had to sign a waiver for me), You could not be drafted under the age of 18 but you could enlist with parents’ signature. I grew up fast and learned a lot, good and bad. (I am now 73 and still learning). I was stationed on the USS Providence (Navy) and also stationed in Country at a place called "Monkey Mountain" close to DaNang,. I spent 3 tours of duty in and around Vietnam. 3 of my high school friends were killed in Vietnam, I was spared. I participated in the TET Offensive in Feb 1968, that was bad. Somewhere along the way I was exposed to Agent Orange (Nasty Stuff) I am now on disability for the effects of agent orange. When I was discharged and came home to the States we arrived in San Francisco, and there were a lot of protesters spitting on us and throwing rocks and eggs and called us baby killers. That was our welcome home. I tell you this to say to you, that whatever your position is or was on the Vietnam war, it was not the veteran who got us into the war, most of us went because we were patriots and loved our country. Blame the politicians, yes, but not the veteran. To all Vietnam Vets out there, you are not forgotten. As a previous combat Vet myself, I salute you my friend. ***
Denny , I’m so sorry for what you went through, I have no idea of War , Thank God , All I can say is Welcome Home , and you made it , I hope your life post war was happy , You have been through your hell my brother , God Bless you and your family
Thank you appreciate your service and story Buddy moody viet Nam 69 70 101st 3rd of the 187th recon appreciate your service
Please don’t stop what you are doing for so many.👊🏻🇺🇸
Thank you so much for your service, welcome home.👊🏻🇺🇸
Thank You 2/4 0311 aug 67 to nov 67
Hill of Angles
Thank you Sir. 67 68 for this recruit as well. Great interview. Hope you are doing well Sir
I care and I always have. You are a hero and I'm proud of you. I'm sorry for the injuries you are enduring. My husband was in the 25 th infantry near plekeiu. God bless you and I truly thank you.
I'm a Great Neck native, as is my mother. This is the second interview of yours I've watched. Thank you for sharing your experience so openly. And thank you for your service.🙏🏻
I know nothing about what you went through. I wasn't there. But I care a great deal for you and other soldiers. I am listening. I'm trying to learn. My uncle was infantry 68-70. Thx for your service and for sharing and helping me learn more.
Excellent video. Lot of respect for this man. He recognizes many issues regarding service and combat in Vietnam and the return home and deals with them accordingly.
Thank you,thank you for you sharing, never forgotten.🇺🇸
I care brother I was to young to be there thank you for your service
When they thank you. The could be me Sir. Son of a Vietnam Veteran. Member of a Gold Star family, of that war. Having much admiration, respect, and love for Marines like you. God Bless. 1stSgt ret.
Thank you Sir, Welcome home.
Joe...I never served but a close cousin was 2nd Battalion 4th Regiment Marine 1967-68...he never spoke about his time except things that never showed the depth of his experience. He knew I guess there was no way we could understand. I had friends that were in the Army and lost limbs. I had drawn #314 in the first draft in '69...so I never had to make the decision of what I would do...but I knew by then the situation and the meaninglessness of this war. I imagine your searing experience in your soul gives you a depth of experience that serves you but at a great price. I can see your Love in you. What helped me understand my cousin and friends was a book called '' Achilles in Vietnam'' ...I wish you god's peace you did your duty to those young boys who were with you and that's all a good man could do. Forgive yourself if you feel guilty...there were no cowards on the line..it was survival.
A mustanger is when you get a battlefield commission to officer without having to go to OCS... Pretty rare thing.. he must of been a hell of a good leader for them to do that..
Was drafted into the Army out of high school in 68. Vietnam felt like a bad dream. Glad it wasn’t just me.
Welcome home Capt. Giannini. Thank you for sharing your stories with us.
Joe saved my life.. love you brother..
Thank you for your service.
WELL- I THANK YOU!
Watched it all here in Bali Joe, thank you.. For your service and thank you for Block Island..
God bless you Joe and some of us, DO CARE!
Welcome home Joe thank you for your service nam vet 68/69 25th infantry division nobody will understand what we went through unless you were there…
My uncle was part of the 25 infantry division in the Wolfhound Regiment. Is this close to the unit you were in? Headquarters were in Cu Chi.
@@elsmain yes the 2/27th infantry wolfhounds were right next to my unit the 2/14th infantry in cu chi the only problem both our units were hardly ever in cu chi..we were always out in the field or on missions.the wolfhounds were a very good unit…
Dear Joseph, thank you for speaking about your combat experience during your military service in Vietnam. I for one would like to thank you for doing your duty when asked to fight for your country. The Politicians who used our military might as a diplomatic tool to stop communist ideology, soon learned you are not able to stop ideas with bullets. I was 13 yrs old when you were in Vietnam, and I had no clue what was going on at that time 1967-68. I blame our politicians for the way you and all the other returning marines, and military personnel got treated upon your return from Vietnam. There should have been parades and celebrations for you all. Our politicians should have encouraged all Americans to support the returning troops. I hold them all responsible. If there are any still in office today, let the vote reflect their failure during that time in history.
Thank you for the interview!
This keeps popping up from time to time, is the Captain still alive.
I care about what you want through. No man should have to live your experiences, everr .I'm sorry you and the thousands of other kids had to experience it too
Well done, thanks!
Cpl Echo 2/4 con Thien September to 26th October 1967. A brother Marine’s love. Semper Fi
Said so well I feel it
How and when did he become Captain? Wish he talked about it..
Welcome Home, Joseph! I too am a Mustang, well to be more accurate with the jargon, an Army shavetail. I was in an indirect support organization, a Signal company, as an E-4 in Vietnam. I had some of the worse officers in the Army over me. I DEROS'd in March 1971. I joined the Army National Guard as an E-4. In 1977, I was approached by the Brigade staff and asked if I would consider going to OCS. I told them, I had no experience leading men. They talked me into giving it a try and I was Boarded by the Brigade staff. Soon I and about 50 other Soldiers processed in at the New Mexico Army National Guard Military Academy. My class number was 20-78, the 20th NMARNGA class since their beginning. I graduated 9th or 10th in my class in June of 1978. They returned me to the unit I came from....a big mistake. The second mistake I made was allowing Brigade to branch me in Air Defense Artillery instead of Infantry. My days back at my unit were a disaster and I made many mistakes. Shortly after making 1st Lt, I requested discharge from the National Guard and entered the Individual Ready Reserves. In that capacity, I was assigned to Regular Army combat units when on active duty. The first assignment given me by RCPAC in St. Louis was at Fort Ord as an evaluator of Air Defense operations in a joint services Field Training Exercise. My first and last below standard OER! My senior evaluator concurred with my unit commander in the field that I had a ways to go as an officer, made recommendations and get my Advanced Officer Basic Course out of the way with CNGS to follow. That was a real time of self evaluation! I had become a commissioned officer with a view to become better than the leadership I served under in Vietnam. Things began to change for the good after that heart chat with myself. My next assignment was on a unit field training exercise. I was assigned as an XO for the only Red Eye/Stinger/Vulcan battery in the Army. The First Sargeant took this still green Lieutenant under his arm and taught me everything I wanted to know about leadership. A reserve officer was seldom groomed by superior officers. From then on, the first thing I did when getting a new assignment was looking up a line unit NCO to learn about the unit, the mission, the men, and the machines (weapons) needd for war. I received exceptional OER's from then on. It's all about your men.....leadership. Training them, equipping them, feeding them, disciplining them, building their morale and Esprit de Corp. Paying your men is also important. MPC's as you recall were how we were paid. We could send the money home as a Class Q allotment to a parent or other designer. I am grateful for your role in Vietnam. You are so right about the "well intended" thank you's. They have no idea!
I've never server but I do care and I'll listen
my name is Joseph Giannini no fake
I'm not a vet and want to thank you for your service. however I do deal with ptsd from having spent 30 years as a medic. I'm now 52 y/o During that time I've responded to major disasters such as the OKC bombing, scenes that were unsecured with active shooter. I've been shot at multiple times thankfully never been hit.
My point is I understand the night terrors from my experience, waking up in cold sweats, crying etcetera. To this day I still deal with reliving the bad calls.
By no means do I understand combat and don't claim to. I do understand ptsd and how it affects you in all areas of your life. Again thank you for your service.
Where do we find your stories? I'd like to read them.
Yo El Tee! Most intense camping trip ever.
God bless you Joe. - Army 178th ASHC CH 47 unit Chu Lai ‘70. raised BX, NY 🇺🇸🙏🚁
YOU ARE THE BEST.....YOU KNOW, YOU KNOW..... TIGERLAND, C-4-5 TET 68..IT AINT GOING NO WHERE....
where can I find your writings?
I care. I’m a history teacher and had family in Vietnam. I do care.
Seems like a good guy to have as an officer.
Those of us who dont know war we shouldn't try to make it, so many did and even more died, do u think u could take it. ( Uriah Heep 1974) always thought that song made a lot of sense
Welcome home
Semper fidelis
Skipper
Lt not your fault..
Hugs brother
A book I may recommend about life. Free on RUclips: Journey of Souls, by Dr. Michael Newton.
The government let you guys take the hit for the hate that was ment for them.They could have made you the brave men you showed to be and pointing out you all did what you were told to do, Even today while you get some acknowledgment for your bravery and just The fact you for the fears you all faced, The government takes zero blame .
I care
I recall NIXON just would not stop the War. That Crimnal President Got what he deserved shamed and died soon after .
What? I was alive in 68, and you don’t know political history
You mean just surrender to the Commies? Were you in the Surrender Movement?
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We could do without the screeching,but very interesting fellow.
My dad dodged the draft and always made a point of abusing veterans as they returned from Vietnam
am tired of being thanked. Officers held drafteees in contempt. the army miss treated soldiers. finally in the early eightees the VA announed help. i can relate to this guy but somehow the Jew horse shit came upon me, the contempt continues. almost 80 and still angry. Vietnam was a war to feed a bad economy. Give jobs. So many died under friendly fire.
Boring!