In the U.S. we honor anyone who served honorably in the military in this manner. My dad died at the age of 72 and hadn't been in the military for almost 50 years, but servicemen still showed up, folded the flag and handed it to my mom at his burial. Every year on memorial day anyone who served in the military will get little U.S. flags put on their graves. They do fire the guns sometimes at military funerals and some police funerals, but I'm not sure the requirements for that honor.
I think the rifle volley was edited out of that clip. That funeral appeared to be at Arlington (because the bugler was from The United States Army Band) not some other military cemetery. I can't believe they would have skipped the volley.
21 Gun Salute: [sic]The custom stems from naval tradition in the sixteenth century, when a warship entering a foreign port would fire each of its cannons while still out of range of targets. Since cannons then required a considerable time to reload, the ship was effectively disarmed, signifying the lack of hostile intent. In the earliest days, seven guns was the recognized British national salute because seven was the standard number of weapons on a vessel. In those days, gunpowder made from sodium nitrate was easier to keep on dry land than at sea. The early regulations stated that although a ship would fire only seven guns, the forts ashore would fire three shots to each one shot afloat, hence the number 21. It ultimately signals Heaven that a warrior approaches in Peace. I believe there is no actual requirement for receiving it other than giving Honorable service, but 7 servicemembers with rifles aren't easy for everyone to get. It can't just be Uncle Bob with his huntin' gun. I attended a funeral once that had an audio recording of the salute played and we all respected it as much as if it were live.
@@shotgunbettygaming That's interesting. The rifle volley used in US military funerals got it's start during the American civil war. Three volleys signaled a ceasefire, so the warring sides could collect their wounded and dead. Because the volleys are usually fired by a seven person team, many people mistake it for a 21 gun salute.
@@elissahunt I find that equally interesting! I did not know about that! I was always told a version of the story I shared growing up. I asked Dad (Army paratrooper) once at a funeral with the salute 'why' and all he said was, 'they're telling God he's coming'. I don't think, however, it is purely coincidental that the founding colonists were British though, England IS our Ancient History. They brought their ways with them.
I was chosen to be in a funeral detail when I was stationed in Memphis in the marine corps. none of us knew the man but we did our very best to show this man the utmost respect for him and his family. We were thanked personally by the widow later. It was one thing of the most humbling experiences of my life.
I know it sounds silly to say but I don’t think that’s true. Militaries that serve dictators like the Nazi or what is happening in Russia… that is not honourable. People who serve in those armies often deserve pity but not honour sadly.
My dad served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He passed away last June at 91. He was honored with a military funeral - flag draped coffin, 21 gun salute, and a Naval officer in his dress whites who handed me a carefully folded flag “on behalf of a grateful nation”. After the service, each of the military attendees came up and shook my hand, gave their sympathies, and saluted my dad’s coffin one more time. ❤️
Same here: My dad was in the Navy during the Korean War. Same military funeral even after all those years. It's a bond amongst military personnel and citizens knowing the commitment these men and women have made...to die if needed. It gives me chills just typing it.
My dad was in the US Army during the Korean War. He passed in ‘98 from a lot of health issues. I was only 12, but I remember clear as day that the detail that was supposed to honor him at his funeral ‘couldn’t make it’. The man who ran the cemetery was almost as mad as we were. So he and one of the people attending the funeral who had also been in the military folded his flag to present to us. The guy who ran the cemetery dropped his end while folding it and felt even worse. We never received an apology from the Army. I won’t ever forget that, and if I’d have been physically capable of joining the military, I’d never have gone near the Army. I always liked the Marines.
I worked in the ER for over 10 years, and one Christmas day, after work, I took my two (much) younger sisters to Denny's, where we saw a military serviceman, his wife, and their little baby. We asked to pay for his bill. It being Christmas, and seeing what we were doing, Denny's did that, didn't charge us (or them) for the sodas, and gave me the "senior discount." We happily paid for his family, and Denny's gave us a discount. The military serviceman and his wife thanked us, wished us a merry Christmas, and was on their way. A small gesture, but it made us feel proud that we did that
My father-in-law, who was elderly when he passed, was a soldier during the Korean War. The military sent soldiers to honor him at his funeral. They were so respectful & solemn. I remember feeling very moved by it.
My grandpa served in WWII. His funeral was small and held at the family farm. Dad has his flag. The school grandpa worked for has a little memorial for all the WWII veterans who worked there, Grandpa's name is on the back. When I went to that school, I'd sometimes visit the memorial.
So appreciate for those fought for Republic of Korea. During my mandatory service in US army in Korea(as a augmented personnel), I did my best to show gratitude i have had to America. I'm sorry and grateful that the U.S. military has always paid me back even more no matter how much i tried.
@@jay_K-w3c It’s been many years since I was in Korea but if I remember, the Korean soldiers augmenting the US military were the most elite individuals. We called them KATUSA. Thank you for your service. 감사합니다!
@@DongWang-m4n The US and South Korea have been formal defense allies for almost 70 years and informal allies for even longer. It's been a long time tested relationship.
@@jenkinsterrance2215 Actually I believe these are South Korean soldiers, born and raised. However, South Korea law gives South Korean citizenship to North Koreans no matter where they are. The other two guys who regularly appear on this channel are North Korean defectors, this channel always clarifies in the title if they are defectors. When they don't, it usually means they're born in the south.
Having been a member of many funeral details while on active duty in the US I can tell you this. Any US veteran in peacetime or in a war that received an honorable discharge, was retired, or passed away while on duty is entitled to a military funeral if requested. The minimum is military pallbearers(if requested), the flag on the coffin (the flag is presented to the next of kin), a 21 gun salute (done 7 rifles with blanks), and taps played by bugle or trumpet. If they were an aviator or a high-ranking member they may request a flyover (weather plays a part in getting one or not). At state funerals, the 21 gun salute may be replaced with cannons instead of or in addition to the rifles.
I remember my grandpa was lucky enough to receive a flyover. It scared me shitless as a little kid because nobody told me a flight of F-16s would be flying across the sky.
My grandpa was apart of the Korean War and past away from covid in 2020. For his funeral he was able to have a military funeral that included gun solute taps and folding of the flag etc... It was a bitter sweet moment at his funeral.
My father was a Vietnam vet and, although as a group many did not respect them when they returned, he was highly respected when the trauma of that era was over and received these same honors at Arlington Cemetery when he died at 85. My mother was also buried next to him with military honors as the wife of an veteran. Being an Air Force brat for the 1st 13 years of my life, I know both my father and mother deserved the recognition and honor.
I still remember my father, an Army vet, taking us to the Luxembourg memorial site and seeing the thousands of graves of our fallen young men. It still brings tears to my eyes of how much America sacrificed to save Europe from Nazis. He served two tours at the DMZ in Korea, btw. I was little and didn’t see him for almost 3 years. The family makes a sacrifice too.
Fellow Army Brat, and the family absolutely sacrifices too. Funny enough though, a LOT of the kids end up serving too. For me, it just seemed natural....the Army was the community I grew up in so of course I wanted to stay in it.
Soldiers deserve a huge respect . it takes courage to do this jobs some of them still traumatize after so huge respect for this people. Any administration should honor them
My husband is a military veteran. So were my grandparents, both my grandmother and my grandfather. My husband has described to me something called "esprit d'corps" which is a sentiment that most veterans seems to share. It seems that when you are a veteran, and you meet another veteran - even if that person is older and served at a completely different time - you feel a unique bond, regardless of your age or race or place of origin, etc. The common experience of serving creates that bond. So if a veteran dies with no blood family around him or her, other veterans - their "military family" so to speak - are happy to come and say a final farewell to that veteran. And even in life, if a veteran runs into difficulties and needs help, other veterans are often the first to step up and help. Like doing repairs after a hurricane or something like that. They really have each other's backs in a way that the civilian world does not do.
Yes we do. Always have, always will. Your husband hit the nail on the head, we don't care who one is....if one served honorably, they are our brother or sister for life and we will be there for them, in life or in death.
I am an American, and served in the US Armed Forces for 30 years. In my first assignment I served as a funeral detail officer as an additional duty. I took a detail of 20+ Airmen to provide military honors to eligible veterans throughout the state where I was assigned. It was one of the most meaningful experiences in my life. In EVERY case, we rendered full military honors with absolute precision and gratitude for our fallen comrade. I was honored and grateful to serve in this capacity, and I can't express how proud I was of every detail I led--they were absolutely amazing. Where do we get such amazing young people willing to serve? The United States of America is a very blessed nation.
When they play taps for the last time… it always gives me chills. A true “rest in peace” message I think could not be delivered better than with that single bugle.
In the US, we honor all dead (at least where I’m from). I actually live in Kentucky where part of that video is taken, and here both military, firefighters and police get honorable funerals where hundreds of people line the streets to see them off. People can’t go to the actual private service but still want to show their thanks and support to the fallen and their families. Also, here when someone dies in general, the funerals are all about honoring that person and helping the grieving family. People send flowers or cook food for the family, offer to help in whatever way. We buried my dad a few days ago. I’m always humbled when we are driving in slow procession to the graveyard and the hearse (car the coffin goes in) and procession (long line of cars full of the family and friends who are going to the grave site) are being police escorted through town like the person who has passed is famous. Other cars driving on the road or coming from the opposite way pull over and stop as the full procession goes by out of respect for the dead. When we had a procession for my mom, I remember this little old man who was mowing his grass stopped and removed his hat until we all passed. That moment really has stuck with me. Both of my parents were ordinary people who never served in the military, but to those we passed it didn’t matter who they were. They deserved to be honored and so did our grief.
Totally identify with all you have described. We do the same in Brooklyn. It is touching and sobering. The last honor we give to those who have departed.
My father served for 4 years during the Cold War monitoring for incoming missles into the US. When he died in August of 2020 he had a military funeral. One soldier played taps. Four soldiers fired rifles (I still carry one of the spent shells I think it is called in my purse with me). Two soldiers folded the flag and presented it to my sister. The Army chaplain spoke very comforting words and even made us laugh and smile a few times too. My sister was also presented with a folder containing a letter of thanks signed by the president thanking my father for his service to our country. I am very grateful to the US armed services for the thoughtful and reverent treatment my father received even in death. In life he was well taken care of at the VA - two open heart surgeries, treatment for lung cancer, and other continuous treatments for health problems he had in his old age. If not for the good care he received from the military his life and his death would have been very different.
At my father in laws funeral i really had a hard time keeping it together, and the soldiers were really good eyh the fsmily. Actually, I got to talk to one snd and thanked him . I hope hes doing good.
I think the difference might be because the US has only drafted rarely and most of the veterans are volunteer, whereas in South Korea it's compulsory. I saw a request for anyone available to attend a funeral for a veteran just the other day from one of the vet pages I'm in on Facebook. So they definitely still have strangers showing up to these!
My Gramps served and fought in Korea. He always talked about how friendly the people of South Korea were to him. They always made him feel welcomed and that they were grateful for his presence alongside with his unit. He had no regrets for fighting on Korean soil, because he felt like he was fighting for people worth defending. He rarely spoke of combat, only mentioned that he fought the Chinese and only a couple details of the reality of what combat was like. But you can tell, there are some things that you just can’t simply explain to folks, even to your own grandchildren. He passed away almost a decade ago, and he still is very much missed.
My father, who passed away in 2015 was a vetran. He was given full military honors at his burial. Flagged drapped across his coffin, 21 gun salute, TAPS was played, and i was handed the folded flag. I was so grateful that our miltary would honor my father in such regard. He deserved it. I miss him every single day. TAPS is such an emotional song for me and Americans. God bless America.
My father served in WWII and the Korean War. He had a full honor funeral and active duty soldiers who never knew him were holding back tears. I’m a veteran as well and a member of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association. We put flags on the graves on Memorial Day, we visit our brother and sister veterans in care facilities, we help veterans in need, we will never forget a veterans service to our country. I also served for a year in Korea, working with KATUSA’s in my unit and respected them for their service to your county and liked them as individuals.
I was a flag bearer during my time in the Marine Corps. After folding the flag and having to deliver the flag to their loved ones while the gun salute is just heart breaking. I’m proud I did it but that shit breaks your heart everytime
I had a young cousin who died shortly after after joining the army. He was given a full military funeral. He was buried in a small country cemetery where generations of his family were buried. When they gave the three gun salute, it was so impressive and moving.
I have so much respect for those who serve. I don't have to know the person to cry at their funeral for the effort and sacrifice they made so that we could continue to be free. I know first hand though, that when it's someone you are close to, and they do that 21 gun salute..it physically feels like a shot to the heart every time they fire the rifles. My grandfather served in WWI and WWII ..I wish I could have met him and listened to his stories. I have the flag from my dad's funeral and it is among my most treasured belongings.
My father served in the Korean War and he was buried in South Carolina, and while there were many family members and friends of his there, many local veterans and active service members attended his burial and I will be forever grateful.
Any military veteran in the USA is entitled to a military funeral. All the family has to do is ask and they will get it. It doesn’t matter is they served a year ago or 50 years ago.
My father, a WWII and Korean conflict vet, is buried in a military cemetery and received a full military funeral. About a hundred people showed up, most of whom I had never seen or heard of. It struck me how powerful emotions can be honoring those sacrificing for a cause they believed in. Cheers....
Our nation was built on the backs of these brave men. Some barely out of boyhood. During my parent generation and before it was basically required for young me to join the service rather than higher education. They learn practical skills then come home to start a family. All the men in my family served. Army, air force, marines and navy. It affected them all deeply. You were a respected man after being honorably discharged from service. I felt privileged to know my dad, both grandfather's, uncles and older cousins served the country. My cousin is still Air Force Air controller and their kid just joined at 18. The United States wouldn't be free without these brave people. We have teenagers free to be ignorant fools because of the generations of men willing to sacrifice their lives. Although, it makes me wonder what the brave men of my family would think if they were alive to see TikTok. Thank God they have not and may they be at peace.
Some DURING boyhood…I’m going somewhere with this! I actually just watched a 1.5 hour video about the USS Indianapolis which was entirely comprised of interviews. With a few exceptions (families of survivors and of Capt Hashimoto) these interviews were all survivors. The reason my mind went to this doc was at the beginning when the survivors introduced themselves…. “I was 17, I had to get my dads permission. I was 17, I was 18, I was 17 but lied about my age….” Having kids in their late teens and early twenties, the thought of THAT happening to kids their age is absolutely devastating. I mean I first heard that story when I was 14 and had never even HEARD of PTSD. But I remember thinking: “HOW can someone survive that and EVER be ok again??”
Also, I want to say when the Marines were recruiting Navajo code talkers…. One was *15 YEARS OLD* Many of them lied about their age, knowing that in many cases they couldn’t be verified bc they didn’t all have government birth certificates. They had to take the parents’ word.
"Taps" always gives me chills. But what struck me the most is that the Honor Guard were the same age as the deceased soldier, likely also veterans of the Korean War. That brotherhood always tears at my heart.
My grandpappy was a Marine during Korea. When he passed, a Marine detail came to the viewing and stood guard. Later, he was given full honors when he was interred at Arlington. Military funerals are powerful experiences. Our family had a Marine detail through the entire ceremony. The 21 gun salute and the flag folding were expertly executed, and a lone Marine corporal played Taps. The Captain of the detail personally picked up every brass rifle case from the ground and handed them to my Aunt in a wood box along with the flag.
You lads are, respectfully, mistaken. It is not the Army that we respect it is the Soldier, the Warrior that was willing to sacrifice everything in order for us to know the freedoms we enjoy. I will say further that this is at the core what America is really about. We love the freedom we have and will fight like a honey badger to keep them. Anything that appears to infringe on these freedoms is subject to violence at our discretion, and often that means a terrible and sudden beating.
Now if we could just take better care of them when they’re still alive and struggling to return to civilian life. I appreciate you guys and these videos so much. Take care and much love ♥️
My grandpa who served in the Washignton Air National Guard passed in a training excersise in germany. We had a 21 gun salute and the Flag we have was flown in DC on the pole Near the white house. Thank you for being so caring
I grew up on US Air Force bases and US Army bases. My father was a career servicement in both branches. His entire life was spent serving our country and when he retired he continued to work for our country in what’s called the civil service. He passed away in 2012 and his funeral was amazing and it was on the army base. They gave him the bagpipes and a 21 gun salute to send him through his sunset. Hey serviceman‘s birth is his sunrise and his death is his sunset. My father was very proud to serve his country and I was very proud and still am today to be his daughter. Thank you for your service and thank you for taking the time to share this.
The day after my great-grandmother passed away, my grandma's car was covered in butterflies. Then, when my great-grandfather passed away, he had a military funeral, and the same kind of butterfly flew onto the shoulder of one of the soldiers and stayed there the entire time.
I'm from a military family, both of my grandfathers were in WWII and I have a cousin who is currently an officer in the Navy. My dad was in the army during Vietnam, he was drafted straight out of high school... He only served for 2 years but it made a huge impact on his life. When he passed away 6 years ago, it was my first time ever going to a military funeral. One of the first things I noticed was just how beautiful the cemetery grounds were, it was immaculate and went on for acres... I was glad he was going to be somewhere so pretty. I was the one who received his flag and the bullets from the seven gun salute at the funeral, I also wear his dog tags everyday... His funeral is something I'll never forget. Seeing reactions like this or films about our soldiers always makes me emotional, I have a huge soft spot when it comes to American soldiers because they've done so much for our country.
My father retired from the US Army fought in World War 2 and Korean War. He stayed in Korea after the war. I also retired from the US Air Force and was very fortunate to be stationed in Korea. I can honestly say, they do appreciate military, active and veterans in the USA. Once they found out you are or was in the military they faces light up and you get instant respect and a thank you for your service. South Korean military are well disciplined. I used to eat dinner at one of the KATUSA dining facility, their foods were delicious.
My dad was retired Air Force. We knew when he died that he wanted a military funeral and to be buried in the military cemetery in his hometown. We had to submit his discharge papers to the funeral home who in turn got them to the right people to get the ball rolling. The military did everything including Taps, the flag folding ceremony, presenting the flag to my mom, and the 21 gun salute. I’m crying just thinking about it. It was so touching that dad received that honor. I’m proud of my dad and all our heros who served our country. God bless America and our South Korean friends.
@zombiescantlove I’m so sorry your dad was KIA. He’s one of our true heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. I can’t imagine having to face that. You and your family have been through a lot. Thank you for your dad’s service. ❤️ I’m glad the military gave him the respect he deserved for his funeral. Love and hugs.
My family deeply treasures the flag we received at my Grandfathers funeral. They had a full ceremony for him and it was easily the most beautifully painful moment i’ve ever experienced. I love my Grandfather more than anyone and while I don’t personally support our military I know he was proud of his service and that made me proud. He was buried with my Grandmother in a cemetery for veterans in New York that looks exactly like the one in the video with the white headstones and it’s always so amazing to visit their grave site and feel them coming to see us too :)
I hope someday you will see and experience the respect that you so rightly deserve as those who defend their country and their people. I hope that soldiers everywhere realize the value they have, regardless of who their leaders are.
Thank you for your kind words. We screw up a lot of things here in America, but we truly honor all those who served. It doesn't matter how long ago that they served, when they pass they can receive honors. The 21 gun salute is part of full honors, but depends on if there is a group close by the burial who is available, and if the family wants it. We opted out for my dad, because honestly, having 7 rifles fire off all at once will stop your heart, lol!
Nah dude.... it isn't that we "screw up a lot of things here in America." It's more along the lines of... "since the world operates on trial and error, we choose to double check the annual naughty or nice report, as well as any and all measurements prior to making the first cut. As Americans we really, really, REALLY wanna make sure any error made today, is still an error tomorrow." LOL 😉😉 😂😂😂 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
There is perhaps nothing more moving than a full military funeral. My dad was a 26 year Army vet. He lived in a small town. The cemetery is right next to a highway. We had to warn the local police that yes, there would be gunshots reported as his was a 21-gun salute. The honor detail came from as far as 200 miles away. There are no words to say how much we appreciated them being there. Big, strong men broke down and wept like babies. People stopped on the highway and stood in the median with heads bowed for someone they did not even know.
My grandfather was a Navy Officer in WWII and he had the typical funeral with the horn, flag, and gun salute. He served on a landing ship in the Pacific and the nuclear bombs saved his life and allowed me to exist, otherwise he would’ve been in the first wave of the invasion. Instead he was part of the occupation of Japan. Anyway, even though it happened so long ago, we have so much respect for our veterans, even those that served 70-80 years ago. The military funeral made it even more emotional because of that respect.
As a U.S. Army veteran that has been to my fair share of these where they were my battle buddies, my friends, my military colleagues, etc. It is very solemn & reverent. A couple surviving comrades in arms & I visit their graves and leave the appropriate coins on their headstones each year on Veteran's Day.
We as Americans honor your commitment to your country!! We respect ALL military, active, retired, discharged and others like the two of you!! We really aren't that bad of a society, sometimes we get lost but we always return and rally together!!
My grandpa who was in the Ari Force died almost 7 years ago and was honored with a military funeral, even the 21 gun salute. One of the young airmen who was there was actually crying along with the family, though he kept his composure throughout. The headstone took a while to show up, but it's a beautiful stone and my grandma has the flag they gave her displayed on top of the TV case, since my grandpa liked watching it so much after retirement.
My had been out of the service 60 years when he died. He had a wonderful military funeral and we received letters from our congressman, senator, and president.
In Canada, all bodies are flown in to Trenton airforce base where a short ceremony is preformed. From there they are driven to Toronto to be flown to their final destination along what is called “ The highway of heroes.( 401 hwy). Along every bridge and overpass police, ambulance, fire, and the public stand and salute , with flags waving, these heroes who have given their lives for the country. It’s truly a site to see.
Canada has Highway of Heroes for their Soldiers!!!! People line the highways and overpasses and salute the fallen and many have never meant them, its very emotional should watch the video!!!!!!
I don't personally know anyone in one of the military branches, but ever since I was a child, I always had a deep respect for people who put their lives on the line to protect our country. If we see someone wearing their fatigues (casual military uniform, which is the green camouflage one) in public, we always make sure to tell them "Thank you for your service", because we love and appreciate our fellow countrymen and women who are willing to make the sacrifices that we dare not take for granted.
My father was a Korean war veteran. When he died many years later, still an honor guard, still a salute (with blanks of course), and still a folded American flag. The honor guard and everything is completely voluntary, but even in zero degree weather and snow, no problem. It is much appreciated.
As the recipient of a folded flag, my husband was a navy veteran. It is a very sad but proud thing. It's hard to explain. They give you the spent shells from the gun salute. I didn't know that. It's still a blur 11 yrs later. I'm glad y'all got to see a little of what it's like.
My grandfather served in World War 2, he passed away after 93 long, great years. He was buried and 2 members of the U.S. Army's honor guard presented the flag that was on his casket to our family. I ended up receiving that flag and displayed it in my home. In remembrance of him.
My late husband not only had military honors. He had police honors too. A police officer stood on each side of the casket. Every 30 minutes they would walk to the center salute my husband & each other while 2 new officers can in & repeated. At the cemetery he had the 21 guns salute, playing taps (that's when I really broke down crying 😭) they give you 4 bullets & say what's its for. It's very emotional & I'm actually starting to cry 😢 They fold up the flag put it in a protective plastic bag made specifically for the flag with a poem. I might be a little off it's been 7 years and I'm still extremely depressed 😔 ☹️
My Dad served in the US Army for almost 23 years. He did many jobs during that time. The highlight of his career was being a Drill Sgt. He was award winning and did it for 6 years. After he retired, he was still a Drill Sgt. Lol He passed away suddenly in 2009. We had the active duty and reservists come. There was a 21 gun salute and taps was played by one of my Dad's friend who served with him. We had 100s of Patriot's Guards come, men and women from all across the country who showed up, on motorcycle, with American flags flying. There were so many they could even get all of them into the cemetery, so they parked on the highway and walked into the cemetery. When you tear taps and then are presented with the American flag... It gets me every single time. Even if it's not my loved one PS Biden is a pansy. A feeble old man whom no one thinks is "threatening". He has NO back bone. He is laughed at by Russia, North Korea. He KNEW there was going to be service member's killed when he pulled out of Kabul. He was briefed on it many times. Troops on the ground relayed it to him as well. When families of the fallen met with him, they said all he could talk about his son who died serving the country. But it wasn't the case, his son died from cancer, not from a deployment or anything terror related. Families said he just kept saying the same rehearsed thing over and over. He does not care and he could have prevented such a tragedy.
My grandpa on my moms side served in Vietnam after he was discharged from the naval band because of hearing loss, he is buried here as well and although i never met him we always visit his grave the day before easter on his birthday
They didn't show it, but military funerals in the U.S. always play Taps on the bugle, sometimes with a 2nd bugle echoing it in the distance, and have a 21 gun salute. They then fold the flag and put the rifle shells in the folds of the flag and give it to the mother or wife of the soldier who died. My brother died at the age of 19 and he was a Marine veteran. The Marines had a Marine standing at the head and foot of his casket 24 hours a day throughout the entire 3 days at the funeral home, and they rode with his casket to the cemetary. Hearing taps in this video made me cry again. A military funeral shows such respect and gratitude to those who served our country.
4:12 Every night on military base they play called a song called "Taps" to honor the military members who are dead or MIA. The song here is "Taps" also.
Both my parents were WW2 vets and had a military honor ceremony at their burials. Most touching was the folding of the flag to present to family, and gun salute and taps on bugle. The local veterans group provided the ceremony.
My uncle served in the Vietnam war and at his funeral I got to witness the gun salute and folding of the flag for the first time and it was beyond moving
My high school classmate was one of the people who were transferred in the first video. It’s a big deal for a community when something like that happens. Smaller processions were held so get her back home to the right state and city to be buried by her family. It was really heart breaking. Edit: her death was a result of a terrorist attack in Kabul when American soldiers ( and soldiers from other countries) were trying to coordinate evacuations. Muslim women should only be check in security by other women, which is what my classmate was doing. I believe 10+ soldiers died in the explosions, that is why it got so much attention. Presidents don’t do this for every fallen soldiers return home. I am not a very pro military person and respect others opinions. I cared about the fact that is was my classmate and other people very similar in age to me.
The biggest reason we honor our military is because they all volunteer (unless it's wartime and they are drafted) and are not forced to serve. It's their choice to put their life on the line for our country and we respect them for that.
We are very protective of our military. I believe as a a society we grieve with every family that has a member lost to protecting our country, down to the dogs that help.
All members of service deserve the respect of their life that was given..no matter the country...the biggest problem is the ones that survived the horrific things they went through...everyone wants to turn a blind eye to them.😔
Taps is so emotional to hear, anyway, but when I heard it at my brother's funeral, it did me in. I had held it together pretty well up to that point. It's one of the very few times in my life that I couldn't hold back my feelings.
I am Korean American so I can tell you the two countries do not even compare. My uncle used to be a general in the Korean army, so it's not like I am not aware of the Korean military. In Korea everyone is just trying to get the 2-year requirement out of the way, and Korean military hardly gets deployed anywhere. American soldiers are by choice and lots of them have a long family history of military tradition, so they know what it means to be a soldier before they even join. American soldiers get deployed often in hostile territories due to its super power status. If we can't even honor them in the upmost way, then what are we? Korean career military people are officers who never see the battlefield. In the US there are countless career military soldiers with families. Can you imagine trying to raise a kid while being deployed all the time? The sacrifice they make does not compare to any other country. This is why we take "no solider left behind" seriously. When bodies come back it's not going to be one body due to accidental gunshot during drills or anything like that. Many at once gave themselves up to protect the freedom we enjoy. There were times where I was talking to my friend in Afghanistan, and he got disconnected due to artillery fire. I can never forgive people who disrespect the military.
I love The videos because we get to learn from you of what your experience and you get to learn from us…kindness have no color creed or race… We understand and we forgive that’s what compassion is… I’m just glad that there’s channels like this out here
My Grumpy was a marine and very well known in our town. Not only did service members come pay their respects, but the police force as well. The police even organized traffic stops on route to the burial site so that all the funeral was able to drive together (we would have to cross major roadways and we didn’t want the funeral to be separated).
Growing up I was taught to respect those willing to sacrifice their lives for mine. My father took me to services on Memorial Day. Military volunteers marched with flags and played instruments. My father would buy flags and help put them on the graves of soldiers. Later in life I brought my children with me for them to experience and learn as well.
The person doesn’t have to be active duty either to get a military funeral. When my grandfather passed away we had the option to do the military funeral, but chose to keep it small with only close family and friends. He was in the National Guard for the only reason to avoid being drafted and sent over to Vietnam, but he stayed in till he got to Master Sergeant and he really enjoyed his time in the military.
I’ve attended a few funerals for veterans I didn’t know simply because I come from a military family myself and nobody, especially a veteran of our military, should be buried without a celebration of their life and service
My grandfather served in the Navy. I remember driving from the funeral home to the military cemetery and it was a divided highway and people on both sides of the highway pulled over. I'm used to pulling over if it's a two lane road, but I had never seen both sides of a country highway pull over out of respect.
In the U.S. we honor anyone who served honorably in the military in this manner. My dad died at the age of 72 and hadn't been in the military for almost 50 years, but servicemen still showed up, folded the flag and handed it to my mom at his burial. Every year on memorial day anyone who served in the military will get little U.S. flags put on their graves. They do fire the guns sometimes at military funerals and some police funerals, but I'm not sure the requirements for that honor.
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I think the rifle volley was edited out of that clip. That funeral appeared to be at Arlington (because the bugler was from The United States Army Band) not some other military cemetery. I can't believe they would have skipped the volley.
21 Gun Salute: [sic]The custom stems from naval tradition in the sixteenth century, when a warship entering a foreign port would fire each of its cannons while still out of range of targets. Since cannons then required a considerable time to reload, the ship was effectively disarmed, signifying the lack of hostile intent. In the earliest days, seven guns was the recognized British national salute because seven was the standard number of weapons on a vessel. In those days, gunpowder made from sodium nitrate was easier to keep on dry land than at sea. The early regulations stated that although a ship would fire only seven guns, the forts ashore would fire three shots to each one shot afloat, hence the number 21.
It ultimately signals Heaven that a warrior approaches in Peace.
I believe there is no actual requirement for receiving it other than giving Honorable service, but 7 servicemembers with rifles aren't easy for everyone to get. It can't just be Uncle Bob with his huntin' gun. I attended a funeral once that had an audio recording of the salute played and we all respected it as much as if it were live.
@@shotgunbettygaming That's interesting. The rifle volley used in US military funerals got it's start during the American civil war. Three volleys signaled a ceasefire, so the warring sides could collect their wounded and dead. Because the volleys are usually fired by a seven person team, many people mistake it for a 21 gun salute.
@@elissahunt I find that equally interesting! I did not know about that! I was always told a version of the story I shared growing up. I asked Dad (Army paratrooper) once at a funeral with the salute 'why' and all he said was, 'they're telling God he's coming'. I don't think, however, it is purely coincidental that the founding colonists were British though, England IS our Ancient History. They brought their ways with them.
I was chosen to be in a funeral detail when I was stationed in Memphis in the marine corps. none of us knew the man but we did our very best to show this man the utmost respect for him and his family. We were thanked personally by the widow later. It was one thing of the most humbling experiences of my life.
I served on the funeral detail also as a Marine stationed in Memphis in 1968. He was a Marine who was from Mississippi. What an honor to serve!
South korean soldiers deserves just as much respect as any soldier, either alive or has passed.
I worked with the ROK Army in Korea. They were the toughest bunch of soldiers I have ever seen. Thank God they're on our side!
Damn straight, any military fighting for their people deserve it.
I know it sounds silly to say but I don’t think that’s true. Militaries that serve dictators like the Nazi or what is happening in Russia… that is not honourable. People who serve in those armies often deserve pity but not honour sadly.
My dad served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He passed away last June at 91. He was honored with a military funeral - flag draped coffin, 21 gun salute, and a Naval officer in his dress whites who handed me a carefully folded flag “on behalf of a grateful nation”. After the service, each of the military attendees came up and shook my hand, gave their sympathies, and saluted my dad’s coffin one more time. ❤️
Same here: My dad was in the Navy during the Korean War. Same military funeral even after all those years. It's a bond amongst military personnel and citizens knowing the commitment these men and women have made...to die if needed. It gives me chills just typing it.
My dad was in the US Army during the Korean War. He passed in ‘98 from a lot of health issues. I was only 12, but I remember clear as day that the detail that was supposed to honor him at his funeral ‘couldn’t make it’. The man who ran the cemetery was almost as mad as we were. So he and one of the people attending the funeral who had also been in the military folded his flag to present to us. The guy who ran the cemetery dropped his end while folding it and felt even worse. We never received an apology from the Army. I won’t ever forget that, and if I’d have been physically capable of joining the military, I’d never have gone near the Army. I always liked the Marines.
I worked in the ER for over 10 years, and one Christmas day, after work, I took my two (much) younger sisters to Denny's, where we saw a military serviceman, his wife, and their little baby. We asked to pay for his bill. It being Christmas, and seeing what we were doing, Denny's did that, didn't charge us (or them) for the sodas, and gave me the "senior discount."
We happily paid for his family, and Denny's gave us a discount. The military serviceman and his wife thanked us, wished us a merry Christmas, and was on their way. A small gesture, but it made us feel proud that we did that
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Absolutely amazing, thank you for such a kind honor for that family ❤
My father-in-law, who was elderly when he passed, was a soldier during the Korean War. The military sent soldiers to honor him at his funeral. They were so respectful & solemn. I remember feeling very moved by it.
My grandpa served in WWII. His funeral was small and held at the family farm. Dad has his flag. The school grandpa worked for has a little memorial for all the WWII veterans who worked there, Grandpa's name is on the back. When I went to that school, I'd sometimes visit the memorial.
My great-grandpa served in Korea and other veterans showed up to honor his funeral (they fired a cannon with a blank).
So appreciate for those fought for Republic of Korea. During my mandatory service in US army in Korea(as a augmented personnel), I did my best to show gratitude i have had to America. I'm sorry and grateful that the U.S. military has always paid me back even more no matter how much i tried.
@@jay_K-w3c It’s been many years since I was in Korea but if I remember, the Korean soldiers augmenting the US military were the most elite individuals. We called them KATUSA. Thank you for your service. 감사합니다!
Thank you for your service to our treasured ally in South Korea and thank you for your respect and kind words about our heroes who gave all. 🇺🇲❤️🇰🇷
"treasured ally in South Korea?" lol
@@DongWang-m4n The US and South Korea have been formal defense allies for almost 70 years and informal allies for even longer. It's been a long time tested relationship.
@@twentyonegrams8617 they are from North Korea they defected from North Korea
@Jenkins Terrance pretty sure they are south korean citizens now.
@@jenkinsterrance2215 Actually I believe these are South Korean soldiers, born and raised. However, South Korea law gives South Korean citizenship to North Koreans no matter where they are. The other two guys who regularly appear on this channel are North Korean defectors, this channel always clarifies in the title if they are defectors. When they don't, it usually means they're born in the south.
That is not a typical funeral!! That’s a hero being laid to rest in Arlington!! A man that gave all he had!! Appreciate the video!! Thank you.
Having been a member of many funeral details while on active duty in the US I can tell you this. Any US veteran in peacetime or in a war that received an honorable discharge, was retired, or passed away while on duty is entitled to a military funeral if requested. The minimum is military pallbearers(if requested), the flag on the coffin (the flag is presented to the next of kin), a 21 gun salute (done 7 rifles with blanks), and taps played by bugle or trumpet. If they were an aviator or a high-ranking member they may request a flyover (weather plays a part in getting one or not). At state funerals, the 21 gun salute may be replaced with cannons instead of or in addition to the rifles.
I remember my grandpa was lucky enough to receive a flyover. It scared me shitless as a little kid because nobody told me a flight of F-16s would be flying across the sky.
My grandpa was apart of the Korean War and past away from covid in 2020.
For his funeral he was able to have a military funeral that included gun solute taps and folding of the flag etc...
It was a bitter sweet moment at his funeral.
My father was a Vietnam vet and, although as a group many did not respect them when they returned, he was highly respected when the trauma of that era was over and received these same honors at Arlington Cemetery when he died at 85. My mother was also buried next to him with military honors as the wife of an veteran. Being an Air Force brat for the 1st 13 years of my life, I know both my father and mother deserved the recognition and honor.
I cry, every single time a person from another country reacts so respectfully to our dead soldiers I cry.
I still remember my father, an Army vet, taking us to the Luxembourg memorial site and seeing the thousands of graves of our fallen young men. It still brings tears to my eyes of how much America sacrificed to save Europe from Nazis. He served two tours at the DMZ in Korea, btw. I was little and didn’t see him for almost 3 years. The family makes a sacrifice too.
Fellow Army Brat, and the family absolutely sacrifices too. Funny enough though, a LOT of the kids end up serving too. For me, it just seemed natural....the Army was the community I grew up in so of course I wanted to stay in it.
Soldiers deserve a huge respect . it takes courage to do this jobs some of them still traumatize after so huge respect for this people. Any administration should honor them
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Lmao they sacrifice their lives to illegally invade foreign countries. May they rip (rest in piss)
My husband is a military veteran. So were my grandparents, both my grandmother and my grandfather.
My husband has described to me something called "esprit d'corps" which is a sentiment that most veterans seems to share. It seems that when you are a veteran, and you meet another veteran - even if that person is older and served at a completely different time - you feel a unique bond, regardless of your age or race or place of origin, etc. The common experience of serving creates that bond. So if a veteran dies with no blood family around him or her, other veterans - their "military family" so to speak - are happy to come and say a final farewell to that veteran. And even in life, if a veteran runs into difficulties and needs help, other veterans are often the first to step up and help. Like doing repairs after a hurricane or something like that.
They really have each other's backs in a way that the civilian world does not do.
Yes we do. Always have, always will. Your husband hit the nail on the head, we don't care who one is....if one served honorably, they are our brother or sister for life and we will be there for them, in life or in death.
I am an American, and served in the US Armed Forces for 30 years. In my first assignment I served as a funeral detail officer as an additional duty. I took a detail of 20+ Airmen to provide military honors to eligible veterans throughout the state where I was assigned. It was one of the most meaningful experiences in my life. In EVERY case, we rendered full military honors with absolute precision and gratitude for our fallen comrade. I was honored and grateful to serve in this capacity, and I can't express how proud I was of every detail I led--they were absolutely amazing. Where do we get such amazing young people willing to serve? The United States of America is a very blessed nation.
When they play taps for the last time… it always gives me chills. A true “rest in peace” message I think could not be delivered better than with that single bugle.
Massive respect❤️ love these guys too they’re so sweet and caring
Thanks to Dimple and our two Korean soldiers for being so genuine and real.
In the US, we honor all dead (at least where I’m from). I actually live in Kentucky where part of that video is taken, and here both military, firefighters and police get honorable funerals where hundreds of people line the streets to see them off. People can’t go to the actual private service but still want to show their thanks and support to the fallen and their families. Also, here when someone dies in general, the funerals are all about honoring that person and helping the grieving family. People send flowers or cook food for the family, offer to help in whatever way. We buried my dad a few days ago. I’m always humbled when we are driving in slow procession to the graveyard and the hearse (car the coffin goes in) and procession (long line of cars full of the family and friends who are going to the grave site) are being police escorted through town like the person who has passed is famous. Other cars driving on the road or coming from the opposite way pull over and stop as the full procession goes by out of respect for the dead. When we had a procession for my mom, I remember this little old man who was mowing his grass stopped and removed his hat until we all passed. That moment really has stuck with me. Both of my parents were ordinary people who never served in the military, but to those we passed it didn’t matter who they were. They deserved to be honored and so did our grief.
Totally identify with all you have described. We do the same in Brooklyn. It is touching and sobering. The last honor we give to those who have departed.
My father served for 4 years during the Cold War monitoring for incoming missles into the US. When he died in August of 2020 he had a military funeral. One soldier played taps. Four soldiers fired rifles (I still carry one of the spent shells I think it is called in my purse with me). Two soldiers folded the flag and presented it to my sister. The Army chaplain spoke very comforting words and even made us laugh and smile a few times too. My sister was also presented with a folder containing a letter of thanks signed by the president thanking my father for his service to our country. I am very grateful to the US armed services for the thoughtful and reverent treatment my father received even in death. In life he was well taken care of at the VA - two open heart surgeries, treatment for lung cancer, and other continuous treatments for health problems he had in his old age. If not for the good care he received from the military his life and his death would have been very different.
At my father in laws funeral i really had a hard time keeping it together, and the soldiers were really good eyh the fsmily. Actually, I got to talk to one snd and thanked him . I hope hes doing good.
I think the difference might be because the US has only drafted rarely and most of the veterans are volunteer, whereas in South Korea it's compulsory. I saw a request for anyone available to attend a funeral for a veteran just the other day from one of the vet pages I'm in on Facebook. So they definitely still have strangers showing up to these!
My Gramps served and fought in Korea. He always talked about how friendly the people of South Korea were to him. They always made him feel welcomed and that they were grateful for his presence alongside with his unit. He had no regrets for fighting on Korean soil, because he felt like he was fighting for people worth defending.
He rarely spoke of combat, only mentioned that he fought the Chinese and only a couple details of the reality of what combat was like. But you can tell, there are some things that you just can’t simply explain to folks, even to your own grandchildren. He passed away almost a decade ago, and he still is very much missed.
My father, who passed away in 2015 was a vetran. He was given full military honors at his burial. Flagged drapped across his coffin, 21 gun salute, TAPS was played, and i was handed the folded flag. I was so grateful that our miltary would honor my father in such regard. He deserved it. I miss him every single day. TAPS is such an emotional song for me and Americans. God bless America.
You need to watch "Taking Chance". It is about how the military takes care of deceased mikitary.
My father served in WWII and the Korean War. He had a full honor funeral and active duty soldiers who never knew him were holding back tears. I’m a veteran as well and a member of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association. We put flags on the graves on Memorial Day, we visit our brother and sister veterans in care facilities, we help veterans in need, we will never forget a veterans service to our country. I also served for a year in Korea, working with KATUSA’s in my unit and respected them for their service to your county and liked them as individuals.
My great-uncle was a Veitnam Veteran and died last year. He had a the bugle played at his grave. It was a beautiful moment
I was a flag bearer during my time in the Marine Corps. After folding the flag and having to deliver the flag to their loved ones while the gun salute is just heart breaking.
I’m proud I did it but that shit breaks your heart everytime
I had a young cousin who died shortly after after joining the army. He was given a full military funeral. He was buried in a small country cemetery where generations of his family were buried. When they gave the three gun salute, it was so impressive and moving.
Lovely video! I was in Korea in the Army as well. I wish to visit again.
It is cliche, but thank you for your service
@@vladt876 haha no problem! It was a great experience. 🙏🥰
I have so much respect for those who serve. I don't have to know the person to cry at their funeral for the effort and sacrifice they made so that we could continue to be free. I know first hand though, that when it's someone you are close to, and they do that 21 gun salute..it physically feels like a shot to the heart every time they fire the rifles. My grandfather served in WWI and WWII ..I wish I could have met him and listened to his stories. I have the flag from my dad's funeral and it is among my most treasured belongings.
I was the oldest at my dad's service. They treated me with so much respect as though I sacrificed for our country and not him. I was overwhelmed.
My father served in the Korean War and he was buried in South Carolina, and while there were many family members and friends of his there, many local veterans and active service members attended his burial and I will be forever grateful.
They should react to a funeral roll call. That's when the emotions of loss really kicks in.
❤❤TO US OUR VETERANS ARE SPECIAL..IM INDIGENOUS AMERICAN..MY ANCESTORS WENT TO WAR WITH THE USA IN 1877..
Any military veteran in the USA is entitled to a military funeral. All the family has to do is ask and they will get it. It doesn’t matter is they served a year ago or 50 years ago.
My father, a WWII and Korean conflict vet, is buried in a military cemetery and received a full military funeral. About a hundred people showed up, most of whom I had never seen or heard of. It struck me how powerful emotions can be honoring those sacrificing for a cause they believed in. Cheers....
Our nation was built on the backs of these brave men. Some barely out of boyhood. During my parent generation and before it was basically required for young me to join the service rather than higher education. They learn practical skills then come home to start a family. All the men in my family served. Army, air force, marines and navy. It affected them all deeply. You were a respected man after being honorably discharged from service. I felt privileged to know my dad, both grandfather's, uncles and older cousins served the country. My cousin is still Air Force Air controller and their kid just joined at 18.
The United States wouldn't be free without these brave people. We have teenagers free to be ignorant fools because of the generations of men willing to sacrifice their lives.
Although, it makes me wonder what the brave men of my family would think if they were alive to see TikTok. Thank God they have not and may they be at peace.
Some DURING boyhood…I’m going somewhere with this! I actually just watched a 1.5 hour video about the USS Indianapolis which was entirely comprised of interviews. With a few exceptions (families of survivors and of Capt Hashimoto) these interviews were all survivors.
The reason my mind went to this doc was at the beginning when the survivors introduced themselves…. “I was 17, I had to get my dads permission. I was 17, I was 18, I was 17 but lied about my age….”
Having kids in their late teens and early twenties, the thought of THAT happening to kids their age is absolutely devastating.
I mean I first heard that story when I was 14 and had never even HEARD of PTSD. But I remember thinking: “HOW can someone survive that and EVER be ok again??”
Also, I want to say when the Marines were recruiting Navajo code talkers…. One was *15 YEARS OLD* Many of them lied about their age, knowing that in many cases they couldn’t be verified bc they didn’t all have government birth certificates. They had to take the parents’ word.
"Taps" always gives me chills. But what struck me the most is that the Honor Guard were the same age as the deceased soldier, likely also veterans of the Korean War. That brotherhood always tears at my heart.
My grandpappy was a Marine during Korea. When he passed, a Marine detail came to the viewing and stood guard. Later, he was given full honors when he was interred at Arlington. Military funerals are powerful experiences. Our family had a Marine detail through the entire ceremony. The 21 gun salute and the flag folding were expertly executed, and a lone Marine corporal played Taps. The Captain of the detail personally picked up every brass rifle case from the ground and handed them to my Aunt in a wood box along with the flag.
Our old fragile President who was the reason these young men died
Because, of course, no military personnel ever died during another President’s term.
You lads are, respectfully, mistaken. It is not the Army that we respect it is the Soldier, the Warrior that was willing to sacrifice everything in order for us to know the freedoms we enjoy. I will say further that this is at the core what America is really about. We love the freedom we have and will fight like a honey badger to keep them. Anything that appears to infringe on these freedoms is subject to violence at our discretion, and often that means a terrible and sudden beating.
Now if we could just take better care of them when they’re still alive and struggling to return to civilian life. I appreciate you guys and these videos so much. Take care and much love ♥️
To all past and present military service members around the world, thank you for your service.
My grandpa who served in the Washignton Air National Guard passed in a training excersise in germany. We had a 21 gun salute and the Flag we have was flown in DC on the pole Near the white house. Thank you for being so caring
I'm watching this video and brings tears to my Eyes. Just knowing this Person gave his Life for us and this Country. So Proud!
My father was a Korean War Veteran and I am so greatful to the Korean people for the kindness shown to him at his funeral seven years ago.
I grew up on US Air Force bases and US Army bases. My father was a career servicement in both branches. His entire life was spent serving our country and when he retired he continued to work for our country in what’s called the civil service. He passed away in 2012 and his funeral was amazing and it was on the army base. They gave him the bagpipes and a 21 gun salute to send him through his sunset. Hey serviceman‘s birth is his sunrise and his death is his sunset. My father was very proud to serve his country and I was very proud and still am today to be his daughter. Thank you for your service and thank you for taking the time to share this.
The day after my great-grandmother passed away, my grandma's car was covered in butterflies. Then, when my great-grandfather passed away, he had a military funeral, and the same kind of butterfly flew onto the shoulder of one of the soldiers and stayed there the entire time.
WOW.. thank you for sharing this beautiful story
I'm from a military family, both of my grandfathers were in WWII and I have a cousin who is currently an officer in the Navy. My dad was in the army during Vietnam, he was drafted straight out of high school... He only served for 2 years but it made a huge impact on his life. When he passed away 6 years ago, it was my first time ever going to a military funeral. One of the first things I noticed was just how beautiful the cemetery grounds were, it was immaculate and went on for acres... I was glad he was going to be somewhere so pretty. I was the one who received his flag and the bullets from the seven gun salute at the funeral, I also wear his dog tags everyday... His funeral is something I'll never forget. Seeing reactions like this or films about our soldiers always makes me emotional, I have a huge soft spot when it comes to American soldiers because they've done so much for our country.
My father retired from the US Army fought in World War 2 and Korean War. He stayed in Korea after the war. I also retired from the US Air Force and was very fortunate to be stationed in Korea. I can honestly say, they do appreciate military, active and veterans in the USA. Once they found out you are or was in the military they faces light up and you get instant respect and a thank you for your service. South Korean military are well disciplined. I used to eat dinner at one of the KATUSA dining facility, their foods were delicious.
I love and respect our military personal, i appreciate their sacrifices to keep our country safe. ❤ Im forever grateful for our military personal..
My dad was retired Air Force. We knew when he died that he wanted a military funeral and to be buried in the military cemetery in his hometown. We had to submit his discharge papers to the funeral home who in turn got them to the right people to get the ball rolling. The military did everything including Taps, the flag folding ceremony, presenting the flag to my mom, and the 21 gun salute. I’m crying just thinking about it. It was so touching that dad received that honor. I’m proud of my dad and all our heros who served our country. God bless America and our South Korean friends.
@zombiescantlove I’m so sorry your dad was KIA. He’s one of our true heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. I can’t imagine having to face that. You and your family have been through a lot. Thank you for your dad’s service. ❤️ I’m glad the military gave him the respect he deserved for his funeral. Love and hugs.
I love all these stories in the comments! So much respect. Thank you for this video.
My family deeply treasures the flag we received at my Grandfathers funeral. They had a full ceremony for him and it was easily the most beautifully painful moment i’ve ever experienced. I love my Grandfather more than anyone and while I don’t personally support our military I know he was proud of his service and that made me proud. He was buried with my Grandmother in a cemetery for veterans in New York that looks exactly like the one in the video with the white headstones and it’s always so amazing to visit their grave site and feel them coming to see us too :)
I hope someday you will see and experience the respect that you so rightly deserve as those who defend their country and their people. I hope that soldiers everywhere realize the value they have, regardless of who their leaders are.
Thank you for your kind words. We screw up a lot of things here in America, but we truly honor all those who served. It doesn't matter how long ago that they served, when they pass they can receive honors. The 21 gun salute is part of full honors, but depends on if there is a group close by the burial who is available, and if the family wants it. We opted out for my dad, because honestly, having 7 rifles fire off all at once will stop your heart, lol!
Nah dude.... it isn't that we "screw up a lot of things here in America." It's more along the lines of... "since the world operates on trial and error, we choose to double check the annual naughty or nice report, as well as any and all measurements prior to making the first cut. As Americans we really, really, REALLY wanna make sure any error made today, is still an error tomorrow." LOL 😉😉 😂😂😂 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Love these two fellas, good stuff to watch other people learn about my Country. As much as I love learning about theirs.
There is a 3 shot gun salute when the casket is lowered
There is perhaps nothing more moving than a full military funeral. My dad was a 26 year Army vet. He lived in a small town. The cemetery is right next to a highway. We had to warn the local police that yes, there would be gunshots reported as his was a 21-gun salute. The honor detail came from as far as 200 miles away. There are no words to say how much we appreciated them being there. Big, strong men broke down and wept like babies. People stopped on the highway and stood in the median with heads bowed for someone they did not even know.
Really appreciate you guys.
My grandfather was a Navy Officer in WWII and he had the typical funeral with the horn, flag, and gun salute. He served on a landing ship in the Pacific and the nuclear bombs saved his life and allowed me to exist, otherwise he would’ve been in the first wave of the invasion. Instead he was part of the occupation of Japan.
Anyway, even though it happened so long ago, we have so much respect for our veterans, even those that served 70-80 years ago. The military funeral made it even more emotional because of that respect.
As a U.S. Army veteran that has been to my fair share of these where they were my battle buddies, my friends, my military colleagues, etc. It is very solemn & reverent. A couple surviving comrades in arms & I visit their graves and leave the appropriate coins on their headstones each year on Veteran's Day.
We as Americans honor your commitment to your country!! We respect ALL military, active, retired, discharged and others like the two of you!! We really aren't that bad of a society, sometimes we get lost but we always return and rally together!!
Thank you so much for your service and having such a respectful and humble heart. Much much love from America 💜 감사합니다 🙏🏻 사랑해요
My grandpa who was in the Ari Force died almost 7 years ago and was honored with a military funeral, even the 21 gun salute. One of the young airmen who was there was actually crying along with the family, though he kept his composure throughout. The headstone took a while to show up, but it's a beautiful stone and my grandma has the flag they gave her displayed on top of the TV case, since my grandpa liked watching it so much after retirement.
My had been out of the service 60 years when he died. He had a wonderful military funeral and we received letters from our congressman, senator, and president.
In Canada, all bodies are flown in to Trenton airforce base where a short ceremony is preformed. From there they are driven to Toronto to be flown to their final destination along what is called “ The highway of heroes.( 401 hwy). Along every bridge and overpass police, ambulance, fire, and the public stand and salute , with flags waving, these heroes who have given their lives for the country. It’s truly a site to see.
Canada has Highway of Heroes for their Soldiers!!!! People line the highways and overpasses and salute the fallen and many have never meant them, its very emotional should watch the video!!!!!!
I don't personally know anyone in one of the military branches, but ever since I was a child, I always had a deep respect for people who put their lives on the line to protect our country. If we see someone wearing their fatigues (casual military uniform, which is the green camouflage one) in public, we always make sure to tell them "Thank you for your service", because we love and appreciate our fellow countrymen and women who are willing to make the sacrifices that we dare not take for granted.
My father was a Korean war veteran. When he died many years later, still an honor guard, still a salute (with blanks of course), and still a folded American flag. The honor guard and everything is completely voluntary, but even in zero degree weather and snow, no problem. It is much appreciated.
As the recipient of a folded flag, my husband was a navy veteran. It is a very sad but proud thing. It's hard to explain. They give you the spent shells from the gun salute. I didn't know that. It's still a blur 11 yrs later. I'm glad y'all got to see a little of what it's like.
My grandfather served in World War 2, he passed away after 93 long, great years. He was buried and 2 members of the U.S. Army's honor guard presented the flag that was on his casket to our family. I ended up receiving that flag and displayed it in my home. In remembrance of him.
3:33 "All gave some and some gave all"
My late husband not only had military honors. He had police honors too. A police officer stood on each side of the casket. Every 30 minutes they would walk to the center salute my husband & each other while 2 new officers can in & repeated. At the cemetery he had the 21 guns salute, playing taps (that's when I really broke down crying 😭) they give you 4 bullets & say what's its for. It's very emotional & I'm actually starting to cry 😢 They fold up the flag put it in a protective plastic bag made specifically for the flag with a poem. I might be a little off it's been 7 years and I'm still extremely depressed 😔 ☹️
All 7 of my uncles served in the US armed forces. I have so much respect for them and anyone who serves. ❤❤❤🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Wow. Respect
My Dad served in the US Army for almost 23 years. He did many jobs during that time. The highlight of his career was being a Drill Sgt. He was award winning and did it for 6 years. After he retired, he was still a Drill Sgt. Lol
He passed away suddenly in 2009. We had the active duty and reservists come. There was a 21 gun salute and taps was played by one of my Dad's friend who served with him. We had 100s of Patriot's Guards come, men and women from all across the country who showed up, on motorcycle, with American flags flying. There were so many they could even get all of them into the cemetery, so they parked on the highway and walked into the cemetery.
When you tear taps and then are presented with the American flag... It gets me every single time. Even if it's not my loved one
PS Biden is a pansy. A feeble old man whom no one thinks is "threatening". He has NO back bone. He is laughed at by Russia, North Korea.
He KNEW there was going to be service member's killed when he pulled out of Kabul. He was briefed on it many times. Troops on the ground relayed it to him as well. When families of the fallen met with him, they said all he could talk about his son who died serving the country. But it wasn't the case, his son died from cancer, not from a deployment or anything terror related. Families said he just kept saying the same rehearsed thing over and over. He does not care and he could have prevented such a tragedy.
Both my grandpa's where in the Korean war. Both had a military funeral. Most of Americans respect our military. Not all but most.
3:51 every time I hear taps (the bugle song), even if it's not in the context of a funeral, i start to tear up a little
My grandpa on my moms side served in Vietnam after he was discharged from the naval band because of hearing loss, he is buried here as well and although i never met him we always visit his grave the day before easter on his birthday
They didn't show it, but military funerals in the U.S. always play Taps on the bugle, sometimes with a 2nd bugle echoing it in the distance, and have a 21 gun salute. They then fold the flag and put the rifle shells in the folds of the flag and give it to the mother or wife of the soldier who died. My brother died at the age of 19 and he was a Marine veteran. The Marines had a Marine standing at the head and foot of his casket 24 hours a day throughout the entire 3 days at the funeral home, and they rode with his casket to the cemetary. Hearing taps in this video made me cry again. A military funeral shows such respect and gratitude to those who served our country.
4:12 Every night on military base they play called a song called "Taps" to honor the military members who are dead or MIA. The song here is "Taps" also.
Both my parents were WW2 vets and had a military honor ceremony at their burials. Most touching was the folding of the flag to present to family, and gun salute and taps on bugle. The local veterans group provided the ceremony.
My uncle served in the Vietnam war and at his funeral I got to witness the gun salute and folding of the flag for the first time and it was beyond moving
My high school classmate was one of the people who were transferred in the first video. It’s a big deal for a community when something like that happens. Smaller processions were held so get her back home to the right state and city to be buried by her family. It was really heart breaking.
Edit: her death was a result of a terrorist attack in Kabul when American soldiers ( and soldiers from other countries) were trying to coordinate evacuations. Muslim women should only be check in security by other women, which is what my classmate was doing. I believe 10+ soldiers died in the explosions, that is why it got so much attention. Presidents don’t do this for every fallen soldiers return home.
I am not a very pro military person and respect others opinions. I cared about the fact that is was my classmate and other people very similar in age to me.
The biggest reason we honor our military is because they all volunteer (unless it's wartime and they are drafted) and are not forced to serve. It's their choice to put their life on the line for our country and we respect them for that.
We are very protective of our military. I believe as a a society we grieve with every family that has a member lost to protecting our country, down to the dogs that help.
All members of service deserve the respect of their life that was given..no matter the country...the biggest problem is the ones that survived the horrific things they went through...everyone wants to turn a blind eye to them.😔
So big respect to anyone who seeved no matter what country I lived in Korea for 3 years and came to know many katusas when I respect to this day
Taps is so emotional to hear, anyway, but when I heard it at my brother's funeral, it did me in. I had held it together pretty well up to that point. It's one of the very few times in my life that I couldn't hold back my feelings.
I am Korean American so I can tell you the two countries do not even compare. My uncle used to be a general in the Korean army, so it's not like I am not aware of the Korean military. In Korea everyone is just trying to get the 2-year requirement out of the way, and Korean military hardly gets deployed anywhere. American soldiers are by choice and lots of them have a long family history of military tradition, so they know what it means to be a soldier before they even join. American soldiers get deployed often in hostile territories due to its super power status. If we can't even honor them in the upmost way, then what are we? Korean career military people are officers who never see the battlefield. In the US there are countless career military soldiers with families. Can you imagine trying to raise a kid while being deployed all the time? The sacrifice they make does not compare to any other country. This is why we take "no solider left behind" seriously. When bodies come back it's not going to be one body due to accidental gunshot during drills or anything like that. Many at once gave themselves up to protect the freedom we enjoy. There were times where I was talking to my friend in Afghanistan, and he got disconnected due to artillery fire. I can never forgive people who disrespect the military.
I love The videos because we get to learn from you of what your experience and you get to learn from us…kindness have no color creed or race… We understand and we forgive that’s what compassion is… I’m just glad that there’s channels like this out here
My dad was WWII marine. He died in 2012. When they played taps at his funeral I couldn’t stop shaking I was so moved.
My Grumpy was a marine and very well known in our town. Not only did service members come pay their respects, but the police force as well. The police even organized traffic stops on route to the burial site so that all the funeral was able to drive together (we would have to cross major roadways and we didn’t want the funeral to be separated).
We love our vets, and I'm sad that vets in other countries do not get to feel this.
Growing up I was taught to respect those willing to sacrifice their lives for mine. My father took me to services on Memorial Day. Military volunteers marched with flags and played instruments. My father would buy flags and help put them on the graves of soldiers. Later in life I brought my children with me for them to experience and learn as well.
The person doesn’t have to be active duty either to get a military funeral. When my grandfather passed away we had the option to do the military funeral, but chose to keep it small with only close family and friends. He was in the National Guard for the only reason to avoid being drafted and sent over to Vietnam, but he stayed in till he got to Master Sergeant and he really enjoyed his time in the military.
I’ve attended a few funerals for veterans I didn’t know simply because I come from a military family myself and nobody, especially a veteran of our military, should be buried without a celebration of their life and service
My grandfather served in the Navy. I remember driving from the funeral home to the military cemetery and it was a divided highway and people on both sides of the highway pulled over. I'm used to pulling over if it's a two lane road, but I had never seen both sides of a country highway pull over out of respect.