How America & Britain Train World’s Toughest Soldiers | The Meet

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  • @ladbiblestories
    @ladbiblestories  2 месяца назад +579

    Thank you to Billy Billingham and Chris VanSant for taking part in this episode of The Meet.
    To find out more about Billy's upcoming tour, please follow this link: www.fane.co.uk/billy-billingham
    Follow Chris on Instagram: @cvansant123
    Chris would like to highlight two US-based charities:
    frontlinehealingfoundation.org/
    www.allsecurefoundation.org/

    • @chrishirini5414
      @chrishirini5414 2 месяца назад +3

      Was this filmed in New Zealand?? Just wondering cause it looks like it

    • @Hew.Jarsol
      @Hew.Jarsol 2 месяца назад +10

      Interesting seeing Delta using SAS terms like "Squadron, selection, Troop, Mates"!

    • @ConstContact
      @ConstContact Месяц назад

      I have left an earlier comment however I wanted to mention as well if we looked at Muammar Gaddafi, as an example, the US inserted him in power in an attempt to control northern Africa well again everything was fine with the CIA and everything else as long as they’re inserts or the so-called leader of the country was under the thumb of the US government everything was fine and one can Google
      “Muammar Gaddafi’s famous speech at the UN” Gaddafi stated in his speech at the UN that what he wanted to do was to create a currency in Africa of gold and not use US currency. It was within six months that they went in and took him out. I have spoken with several Lions who have migrated to Canada, and each one of them individually have said the same thing that Muammar Gaddafi was a pretty good guy however, yes, people would the whip and strap and be made an example of but it’s really no different but as soon as Muammar Gaddafi made his famous U.N. speech…. Magically the US doubled down on Rivian and the media helped by lying and encouraging that he was a bad man. No one‘s the best leader, but the deal was if a person steals, for example… Muammar Gaddafi would have you taken to the courtyard and you would be strapped or murdered and to be honest what’s the alternative in the US and in Canada look at the crime there was no crime like that and Muammar Gaddafi wasn’t really such a bad man, but he wasn’t the puppet the US put in place, unfortunately the US in Canada are two of the biggest shit distributors in the world….

    • @rinocon1
      @rinocon1 Месяц назад +5

      Set them up with Shawn Ryan. He's a seal who documents these stories

    • @Augustus_McCrae
      @Augustus_McCrae Месяц назад +4

      @@rinocon1 They've both been on the SRS

  • @a_glorifiedbrick866
    @a_glorifiedbrick866 2 месяца назад +2468

    Props to the camera man for walking backwards for 50 minutes without tripping up

    • @vagabondslotmachine
      @vagabondslotmachine 2 месяца назад +28

      😂

    • @tewkewl
      @tewkewl Месяц назад +14

      I think it was probably a drone bro.

    • @thebroadcastuk
      @thebroadcastuk Месяц назад +301

      He is ex-special forces, camera squadron

    • @HuyTran519
      @HuyTran519 Месяц назад +11

      @@thebroadcastuk HAHA

    • @etlarm5514
      @etlarm5514 Месяц назад +44

      ​@@thebroadcastuk task force Lens😂

  • @DirtyCiv
    @DirtyCiv Месяц назад +1276

    as an american, i'm deeply grateful to have the SAS on our side. those dudes are hard as NAILS.

    • @Hew.Jarsol
      @Hew.Jarsol Месяц назад +26

      Yes, watch SAS rogue heroes. Delta advice.

    • @GaryDuncanson-s4g
      @GaryDuncanson-s4g Месяц назад +16

      They are good

    • @paul-ie6wi
      @paul-ie6wi Месяц назад +14

      There clever ! Clued up

    • @Valleycommando-d9g
      @Valleycommando-d9g Месяц назад +8

      Switched on soldiers, they apply the basics, but do them really well

    • @jockstrapp21
      @jockstrapp21 Месяц назад +50

      During Desert Storm 1991 , the British were referred to as The Borrowers by the Americans , as we always wanted to "borrow" stuff. But in reality stuff just got stolen, US Army Quartermaster doing an inventory check , missing 4 sets of night vision goggles , " Hey wait a minute , weren't the Brits just here ? "

  • @JamesGarforth-lz7vy
    @JamesGarforth-lz7vy Месяц назад +385

    “Went back into the room, dealt with that” - is peak nonchalant Billy Billingham. Absolute legend.

    • @JaSon-wc4pn
      @JaSon-wc4pn Месяц назад

      He will be jailed soon for terrorism.
      Helping covering up a police grooming gang in Scotland.
      Sheeple need to stop simping over him, jason fox & eddie hall

  • @cwugrad396
    @cwugrad396 Месяц назад +195

    As an American I have enormous respect for the SAS who were the blueprint for Delta. These two guys are amazing human beings.

    • @Brit_81
      @Brit_81 Месяц назад +1

      Respect to you Sir..

    • @jimcowley330
      @jimcowley330 Месяц назад +1

      @@cwugrad396 god bless America jim 🇬🇧

    • @Thomas-x9e1u
      @Thomas-x9e1u 28 дней назад +7

      You know your history. Delta was patterned off the SAS!! Same type of MEN!! So much respect for both. 🇺🇸🇬🇧

    • @enlightenedone7141
      @enlightenedone7141 24 дня назад +1

      Absolutely!!!

    • @Palatine-Knight
      @Palatine-Knight 18 дней назад

      Finally got to repay that debt by providing the blueprint for the SFSG and Special Operations Brigade.
      Just when you thought the SAS couldn't get any more terrifying, now they'll have candidates that are already battle-tested special operations soldiers.

  • @carlmarch9591
    @carlmarch9591 Месяц назад +294

    Obviously proud billy is one of ours but what an absolute top bloke Chris is 🇬🇧🇺🇸

  • @Ian-p8j
    @Ian-p8j 2 месяца назад +2575

    Every time you hear british or American military talk about each other you just feel the respect they have for each other

    • @aleksiwilson2295
      @aleksiwilson2295 2 месяца назад +228

      And then you have keyboard warriors who think that their countries special forces would wipe the floor with the other's

    • @addisoncaudillo9095
      @addisoncaudillo9095 2 месяца назад +88

      Same mud different blood

    • @tyronevaldez-kruger5313
      @tyronevaldez-kruger5313 2 месяца назад

      ​@@aleksiwilson2295 they have nothing on the biggest keyboard warrior: military draft dodger DJT who disrespected US soldiers

    • @poppyblossoms1193
      @poppyblossoms1193 2 месяца назад +8

      @@aleksiwilson2295
      My Dad was under german mandatory service. He didn't want to go. I think that is why he survived war camp in Kasachstan

    • @kerrybaker371
      @kerrybaker371 2 месяца назад +14

      @@aleksiwilson2295I mean! Americas special forces are the best in the world! So I guess we would….😂

  • @muchasgracias6976
    @muchasgracias6976 Месяц назад +472

    51 minutes of utter perfection. No inflated egos on show, no we're better than you etc, just the utmost respect for each other's experiences. Fantastic!

    • @juiceterry5330
      @juiceterry5330 Месяц назад +7

      Good description, exactly how I felt. Thank you

    • @ridethecurve55
      @ridethecurve55 Месяц назад +4

      THE metric of discipline of these soldiers. Discipline is the big circle of the Venn chart of all soldiers of this calibre.

    • @jonbaxter2254
      @jonbaxter2254 Месяц назад +6

      Botrh grounded and humble as hell.

    • @joohara1985
      @joohara1985 Месяц назад +5

      here here 🇺🇸🇬🇧

    • @alexhigh5363
      @alexhigh5363 Месяц назад +4

      Agreed! I think when you get the level these guys got to the ego is left behind long ago! They know they’re the best of the best. They don’t need to brag or have ego

  • @markfullbrighton5070
    @markfullbrighton5070 2 месяца назад +1838

    Fantastic video. I am an American, and I love Seal Team 6 and Delta Force, but I have the upmost respect for British soldiers. Considering the British are far less in population compared to the Americans and yet they are able to produce world class soldiers from the parachute regiment, the Royal Marines, to the SAS/SBS, just goes to show how badass they truly are. Much respect to the UK from the USA.

    • @68Warpigs
      @68Warpigs 2 месяца назад +84

      Respect to you for that also Mark.

    • @carlmarch9591
      @carlmarch9591 2 месяца назад +70

      Love to hear that mate from our American brothers 🇬🇧🇺🇸

    • @YARROWS9
      @YARROWS9 Месяц назад +74

      Don't forget the legendary Scots Regiments. The Black Watch, The Gordon Highlanders and the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧

    • @scottclarke9160
      @scottclarke9160 Месяц назад +35

      @@YARROWS9I understand that Scotland is well represented in the special forces

    • @spo0ny2k
      @spo0ny2k Месяц назад +20

      Power of the Anglosphere. We love you too brotha.

  • @UltraMarinade
    @UltraMarinade Месяц назад +172

    I didn't expect this conversation between two legends to be so organic and captivating. Walk n talk forest format is the best.

    • @carlmorris7723
      @carlmorris7723 Месяц назад

      @@UltraMarinade the American Delta Force are unbelievable but the only legends is the SAS from the British military

  • @daboy12s
    @daboy12s Месяц назад +136

    from a English & US couple you make us so proud, thank you for your service!

    • @kowloonattic2110
      @kowloonattic2110 Месяц назад +6

      Thank you for your cervix?

    • @user-tj4ee6si7x
      @user-tj4ee6si7x Месяц назад +4

      @@kowloonattic2110 He never mentioned a cervix, he didn't even edit it out, what are you on...........

  • @alexrobinfuller
    @alexrobinfuller 2 месяца назад +534

    Couldn’t have picked a better two to do this than Chris and Billy! 🇺🇸🇬🇧

    • @Spiderdan-60
      @Spiderdan-60 2 месяца назад +2

      His first name is Mark, Billy is just a joke name Billy Bingham, so it's mark (billy) Bingham ⚔️🇬🇧⚔️🇺🇸

    • @Dixon-d1c
      @Dixon-d1c 2 месяца назад +3

      @@Spiderdan-60okay?

    • @GardenGuy1942
      @GardenGuy1942 2 месяца назад

      Billy seemed angry.

    • @JamesAH1
      @JamesAH1 2 месяца назад +8

      @@GardenGuy1942Billy always seems angry, bloody tough bloke, no nonsense with him.

    • @Jimbow-sz9kh
      @Jimbow-sz9kh 2 месяца назад +1

      69th like!!! 😃

  • @Melsharpe95
    @Melsharpe95 2 месяца назад +219

    Every member of our SAS has said that it's a pleasure working with Delta Force. Absolute professionals.

    • @gootusfootus3229
      @gootusfootus3229 2 месяца назад +22

      And vice versa why wouldn’t they though their selections are similar and their attitudes their founder spent time with the sas only a matter of being cut from the same cloth.

    • @captpnr1
      @captpnr1 Месяц назад

      And your source is, who say the SAS its a pleasure?
      Asking for a friend.

    • @carlmorris7723
      @carlmorris7723 Месяц назад +1

      @@Melsharpe95 sas the best in the world that’s why

  • @jimbochops
    @jimbochops 2 месяца назад +789

    Chris Vansant is seriously one of the coolest special operations vets to open up about his experiences, he's very down to earth and talks a lot about his mistakes and owns them. Hes a legend.

    • @gannethackett9323
      @gannethackett9323 2 месяца назад +15

      He walks like the terminator

    • @dominic4949
      @dominic4949 2 месяца назад +15

      Chris is all class and very humble a true professional

    • @Adam1986London
      @Adam1986London 2 месяца назад +25

      His conversation with Shawn Ryan was incredible. Such a decent and humble guy. A true patriot.

    • @the42nd
      @the42nd 2 месяца назад +16

      He is such a humble dude in person also... you'd meet him and have no idea that he is one of the world's most accomplished warriors.

    • @davidjacobs4718
      @davidjacobs4718 2 месяца назад +2

      @@gannethackett9323 He IS the terminator🤪

  • @Pie86
    @Pie86 Месяц назад +268

    The most beautiful international relationship the world has ever seen.
    🇬🇧❤🇺🇸

    • @RaySqw785
      @RaySqw785 Месяц назад +3

      🤣😅😂

    • @Charliedontsurf68
      @Charliedontsurf68 Месяц назад +8

      Same language, same people. Love both countries❤

    • @GamerFrisco
      @GamerFrisco Месяц назад +2

      Why do birds....

    • @RandomGuy-yf4wf
      @RandomGuy-yf4wf Месяц назад

      lmao

    • @LSPARENONE
      @LSPARENONE Месяц назад

      Yano how many American chins I have broke? 4 and that ain't a joke🇬🇧

  • @JohnboySykes-c1n
    @JohnboySykes-c1n Месяц назад +79

    Glad you Americans are on our side have the upmost respect for both sides 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇸

  • @rawrmusic55
    @rawrmusic55 2 месяца назад +200

    Smiled the whole time. Chris is still one of my favorite operators ever interviewed and Billy is top notch as well. 🇺🇸 and 🇬🇧 side by side, true brothers

    • @GardenGuy1942
      @GardenGuy1942 2 месяца назад +1

      I don’t know. He seemed nervous. Billy was angry.

    • @colbs237
      @colbs237 Месяц назад +1

      @@GardenGuy1942 Huh? What?

    • @Ucucjxdjcgxsjxjcjc
      @Ucucjxdjcgxsjxjcjc Месяц назад

      You've said that more than once in this comment section. Maybe it's just mutual respect. Grow up in Walsall like Billy and me and you'll understand mate ​@@GardenGuy1942

    • @Koutsimouka
      @Koutsimouka Месяц назад +4

      @@GardenGuy1942what are you on about? There reliving their childhood, harsh training and past traumas so the nervousness you think you saw is just them processing it into words for us to see. Billy is just the typical British geezer that’s just how we can sound or look.. just enjoy the video

    • @epicmonkeydrunk
      @epicmonkeydrunk Месяц назад

      @@GardenGuy1942 u maybe on the spectrum

  • @EspenZinn-h9t
    @EspenZinn-h9t 2 месяца назад +639

    These guys are living legends

    • @SaintAdam49
      @SaintAdam49 2 месяца назад +3

      Yesterday's relics

    • @quadrantalerror1121
      @quadrantalerror1121 2 месяца назад

      @@SaintAdam49 bro shut up

    • @scott74lamb
      @scott74lamb 2 месяца назад +33

      ​@SaintAdam49 warriors you melt

    • @billybones6137
      @billybones6137 2 месяца назад +12

      @@SaintAdam49 Both of them could put you down without breaking a sweat.

    • @SaintAdam49
      @SaintAdam49 2 месяца назад +5

      @billybones6137 Is that what it's about, is it? I thought it was about defending your country?

  • @dehonore
    @dehonore Месяц назад +306

    I’m a U.S. Veteran Paratrooper. I lived in England for 4 years after I was long out. Played for a Rugby Club there with many British Veterans of combat. We never discussed who was better and that type of bullshit. Unbelievable mutual respect. However. Went to a pub with some British rugby club mates and one Aussie who never served. He got mouthy about how great the Aussie Forces were. Nothing was said. Except I looked at my British mates and they all had their eyes directed in other ways. Then I knew what great mates they were. 🇺🇸🇬🇧

    • @RogerYeahmon
      @RogerYeahmon Месяц назад +17

      these things can easily turn sour so pleased to hear the situation stayed calm this time!

    • @factsdontcareaboutyourfeel7204
      @factsdontcareaboutyourfeel7204 Месяц назад +12

      Aussie SAS are considered tier 2. Not even tier 1.

    • @lauriestlyon8773
      @lauriestlyon8773 Месяц назад +18

      British veteran here. We take mick out of each other (any US guys that have spent time with us know we REALLY give each other crap.. So what makes you think we will go easy on YOU!) because we have earned the right! Civvies do not get it nor do they have the right!

    • @kevinmorrice
      @kevinmorrice Месяц назад +7

      @@lauriestlyon8773 true, once knew an artilleryman from my hometown who used to call this veteran who lost there legs "sprinter" and he himself had lost a hand and got nicknamed "handyman", he told me "its an unspoken rule, but only veterans can make fun of veterans"

    • @JonathanSmith-kz2jo
      @JonathanSmith-kz2jo Месяц назад +13

      I can assure you he isn’t representative of ADF. Aussie diggers are a good lot and they’ll always have your back.

  • @AndrewSabini
    @AndrewSabini Месяц назад +94

    A great watch. I served in the Royal Marines for 13 and a half years and can recognise many of the elements the guys discussed. It was a pleasure to serve with our American cousins, what a team. Makes me think of the guys I served with, superb men, rock solid. I’d do it all over again tomorrow.

    • @erraticjoe499
      @erraticjoe499 Месяц назад +2

      Thanks for your service mate!

    • @maxbean8781
      @maxbean8781 26 дней назад

      Thank you for your service sir

    • @jeffmunro7638
      @jeffmunro7638 5 дней назад

      Always had a spot for you lads…had to arrest one of your guys in Cyprus…in Pafos lol…he thought he was in Limmasol 😂😂😂…..great dude though, too drunk to understand him 30% of the time, but we took care of him until one of your NCOs picked him up.

    • @AndrewSabini
      @AndrewSabini 5 дней назад +1

      @@jeffmunro7638 30% is a result I’d say 😂

    • @jeffmunro7638
      @jeffmunro7638 5 дней назад

      @@AndrewSabinilol....he was a riot

  • @RealismAndHonor
    @RealismAndHonor 2 месяца назад +713

    This should be damned series. Walking thru the woods with military mates from across the pond

    • @jerryoshea3116
      @jerryoshea3116 2 месяца назад +5

      It was a very honest conversation..Different personalitys,Different characters and ages & ways of dealing,but they were in the same Business.= Common bond& respect..Somehow I think they w/b chatting again..( And I assume this was filmed in the US? Which is where Billingham lives now.

    • @Ry43deck
      @Ry43deck 2 месяца назад +4

      ​@@jerryoshea3116 No this was filmed in the UK just outside of London.

    • @dougs3909
      @dougs3909 2 месяца назад +15

      "Walking thru the woods with miltary mates from across the pond" is a great day

    • @dfworld731
      @dfworld731 Месяц назад +5

      The best content is simplistic

    • @rinocon1
      @rinocon1 Месяц назад

      Watch Shawn Ryan

  • @sambate9577
    @sambate9577 Месяц назад +24

    For anyone who's served, thank you for your service, im english, ive never served but ive lost friends who served and i have nothing but respect for you all

  • @scottybooms9977
    @scottybooms9977 2 месяца назад +87

    Veterans talking about their paths, while walking paths… I can listen to this all day. Thank you for your service 🦅🇺🇸 🤝🇬🇧 👑

  • @Effysbars
    @Effysbars Месяц назад +20

    I'm British and the friendly banter / competition between Americans and Brits will always be deeply ingrained in both our society. However, seeing how humble and down to earth Chris is really took me by surprise. Seems like such a fantastic person who's open and willing to share in others experiences. Both of these gentlemen showed huge respect for each other and not once did they attempt to outdo their counterpart. Well done.

  • @bradh6805
    @bradh6805 Месяц назад +67

    What do our two countries owe to these two men and their regiments, ……. Everything, that’s what !! With men like this , our world is safer…….much appreciation and total respect to these men and their respective groups ……. Thank you !!!

  • @joohara1985
    @joohara1985 Месяц назад +31

    what a privilege to listen to Billy and Chris discuss their incredible special forces life! Outstanding fellows! 🇺🇸 ❤🇬🇧

  • @DrPITV
    @DrPITV 2 месяца назад +49

    Briefly met (Sir) Billy at one of his talks. He’s a special one - highest ever ranking member of 22 SAS. Any time I see British and US vets talk and hear the unwavering respect. Gives me hope.

  • @j_c2225
    @j_c2225 Месяц назад +130

    Love to our British Brothers. True Brothers in Arms throughout history 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 ❤️

  • @KriskatKreations
    @KriskatKreations 15 дней назад +5

    Thank you so much for this. I am recovering from a catastrophic car accident where I broke my neck. You’ve given me hope.

  • @judebrown2672
    @judebrown2672 Месяц назад +14

    From a serving member of the Royal Navy you both have my utter respect. Extremely interesting and informative. Just shows what being in the Armed Forces can do for people and how they change. It certainly helped me. I salute you both.

  • @Goalie002
    @Goalie002 2 месяца назад +53

    Always enjoy watching Billy talk about his time in the Army. He joined the same battalion of the Paras as my dad, my dad leaving in 81 and Billy joining in 83, so even though I can't hear my dad's stories any more I can listen to Billy talk about his time in 3 Para and the Patrols Platoon and identify some of the blokes he's talking about because they were the guys my dad spent years with in the battalion and patrols too. It's a nice bit of nostalgia.

    • @si-scapessprayart1673
      @si-scapessprayart1673 Месяц назад +6

      Mate I joined 3 Para in 83 too just b4 Billy, your Dad must have been a proper soldier as he was in Patrols- they are the dog bollocks mate, you should be proud of him x

  • @rebeccamcclellan5284
    @rebeccamcclellan5284 2 месяца назад +575

    Young men and teenage boys should watch this video. What makes a man? Conviction, fortitude, purpose, and empathy. You don't have to be in special forces to have these qualities. These men are exemplary!

    • @watts18269
      @watts18269 2 месяца назад +17

      Really good comment 👍🏻

    •  2 месяца назад

      Sadly the American elections show how many people are devoid of these traits :(

    • @roze5003
      @roze5003 2 месяца назад +11

      18 yr here!

    • @DJ_Z_2004
      @DJ_Z_2004 2 месяца назад +30

      20 year old tuning in, and I completely agree. I happen to be joining the Army, but I know that's not everyone's path.
      These men have wisdom and experience that applies to all walks of life, and if I have the good fortune to become half as resilient, half as wise, half as dangerous, I'll count myself successful

    • @jaybeebee9288
      @jaybeebee9288 2 месяца назад +22

      Nope. The sane amongst us don't volunteer for military; secondly, what makes a man is the Y chromosone and having seen his 18th birthday.
      It's seriously distasteful that you're a woman passing judgment on what you ridiculously think makes a man.

  • @paulwebb2479
    @paulwebb2479 2 месяца назад +82

    As Ex British Military, we did loads of Ops with you guys, tremendous respect between us both.....🇬🇧👊🇺🇸

  • @Francodevil209
    @Francodevil209 2 месяца назад +133

    Respect. One of the best episodes you’ve done Ladbible

    • @chris-qo1nt
      @chris-qo1nt 2 месяца назад +3

      Two charismatic, tough humble men…. video flew by very compelling

  • @TheDeepExplorer1
    @TheDeepExplorer1 Месяц назад +38

    Billy and Chris are 2 of the best we have to offer. 2 teir 1 operators. 🇬🇧 🤝 🇺🇸

  • @SimonOHara-e1n
    @SimonOHara-e1n Месяц назад +6

    I never served.
    My father was an officer in the Royal Navy and served on carriers. HMS Ocean & HMS Bulwark (the original Rusty B). Our family "lived" being in the service for 25 years. We had some great postings including Malta, Gibraltar and Portsmouth Dockyard for the Falklands. I am delighted to say my father retired as an Admiral. So proud of him. He died young though. Aged 56.
    When I was 15 he sent me on an "aquaintance course", to see if I would like being in the RN or RM. I spent 2 weeks at Dartmouth (loved it), and 2 weeks at Lympstone (Royal Marines) - was absolute hell. I have the utmost respect for anyone who has served. Thank you!

  • @danshaw2524
    @danshaw2524 2 месяца назад +303

    Seen this Delta guy on Shawn Ryan show , very cool guy . Two legends right here !

    • @JosephMatthews490
      @JosephMatthews490 2 месяца назад +21

      Shame he didn’t tell the story from Shawn Ryan about the raid they did with the SAS guys where the Brit’s had minimal equipment and were smashing a compound. The “don’t throw a grenade” story haha.

    • @99bimmer
      @99bimmer 2 месяца назад +2

      Epic episode

    • @EatDatBitchAwp
      @EatDatBitchAwp 2 месяца назад +1

      ⁠​⁠@@JosephMatthews490I’m pretty sure he told a story about a joint raid with the sas who were using white light while American engineers was using nods at the time, but I could be wrong.

    • @GardenGuy1942
      @GardenGuy1942 2 месяца назад

      He seems nervous to me.

    • @danshaw2524
      @danshaw2524 2 месяца назад +6

      @@GardenGuy1942 Not many people are confident with a camera stuck in there face and by what he said with brain trauma a lot of breachers get brain trauma from all the over pressure.

  • @TheHynzee
    @TheHynzee 2 месяца назад +166

    A discussion between Spartans, deep feelings of warriors shared...So moving and real....

    • @KeineLust78
      @KeineLust78 2 месяца назад +7

      It's humbling isn't it.

    • @hjr2000
      @hjr2000 2 месяца назад +2

      Well said

    • @KeineLust78
      @KeineLust78 2 месяца назад +1

      You could almost hear the shrill auloi as they marched the trail. : )

    • @lyntoncollins2758
      @lyntoncollins2758 Месяц назад +2

      Spartans - the ones that had 8 year old boys assigned to 15 year olds to show them 'how to be a man'? Maybe a bit of research is needed :)

    • @hazbutler
      @hazbutler Месяц назад +1

      haha leave the poetry to the pros.

  • @lm-usmc
    @lm-usmc 2 месяца назад +33

    Great conversations between two legends. They both know that they've been there, done that, so no chest beating bravado needed. Hopefully, this series continues. This was great.

  • @Whiskeyjack666ify
    @Whiskeyjack666ify Месяц назад +6

    This was brilliant. 2 soldiers, who have been in the most elite regiments, just talking about their careers and how it was, and how they are now, what they have been through and witnessed , no spouting they re the best of the best like a lot of SF, just a mutual respect and understanding of what they have both been through. You can see the bond that they both share as Brothers in Arms.

  • @joetaylor486
    @joetaylor486 Месяц назад +8

    That was lovely and heart warming to hear these guys just level out and talk in the clear. Best thoughts to them both and their colleagues

  • @kristoffersmart9200
    @kristoffersmart9200 2 месяца назад +60

    The 1% right here......as a former British Army Veteran much respect 🙏🏾

    • @jaden6685
      @jaden6685 2 месяца назад +8

      Thanks for your service!

    • @arnoldgray4496
      @arnoldgray4496 7 дней назад

      They are the 1% of the 1%

  • @ElstonGunnII
    @ElstonGunnII 2 месяца назад +21

    What an awesome conversation, these two are the real deal and a credit to their nations. These guys together are the Special Relationship personified, may they enjoy many years of peace after defending us and our two countries

  • @huchotaimen
    @huchotaimen 2 месяца назад +21

    Mr. Billingham is a real living legend. Simply the real deal. These are hard men. A good episode...

  • @hunter2k222
    @hunter2k222 Месяц назад +6

    One of the best videos I’ve seen on this platform. Thank you for your service, the both of you 👊🏽

  • @KeyRoe-e2r
    @KeyRoe-e2r Месяц назад +4

    Iv met a couple of SAS & SBS my local barber former soldier himself has them in there regularly always respectful nicest guys billy your a legend from the depths to come out the other side. all of you thank you for the service you all give & the sacrifices that come with it that we the public won't ever know about till there stories are ready to be spoken out loud.

  • @BullyBoxer
    @BullyBoxer 2 месяца назад +144

    Just reminded me of like when two heavyweight champions come together for a chat. Nothing but respect here .🥊🇬🇧🇺🇸

    • @GardenGuy1942
      @GardenGuy1942 2 месяца назад

      I’ve never been shot.

    • @DistractedArachnid
      @DistractedArachnid Месяц назад +4

      ​@@GardenGuy1942I think gravy and cheese is a good combo.

    • @joebenson528
      @joebenson528 Месяц назад

      They wouldn't last in a peer conflict.

  • @richneedre48
    @richneedre48 2 месяца назад +114

    Our brothers across the Atlantic! Much respect to U.K. spec. Ops as well as my own countries "the UNIT" 👍👍✌️✌️✌️ HEROES !!! !!

  • @poppyblossoms1193
    @poppyblossoms1193 2 месяца назад +82

    I can hear my Dad talking to me through You both. He still got shot on his way to Stalingrad. Made it and came back and "made" me. RIP. Miss You!

    • @bengeorge9063
      @bengeorge9063 2 месяца назад +8

      On the way to Stalingrad ? As in the Germans or the soviets ?

    • @mattrittenhouse5909
      @mattrittenhouse5909 2 месяца назад

      @@bengeorge9063 prob the germans lmao dad was a nazi

    • @poppyblossoms1193
      @poppyblossoms1193 2 месяца назад

      @@bengeorge9063 ]German. See my other posts.

    • @Pilesofshoes
      @Pilesofshoes 2 месяца назад +1

      Your dad was a hero

    • @taxi134-y1q
      @taxi134-y1q 2 месяца назад +2

      On his way to Stalingrad!?Was your Dad in the Wehrmacht or the SS then Sir?

  • @James-sr3jh
    @James-sr3jh Месяц назад +11

    True warriors! They are so articulate with absolutely 0 ego! We need to learn from them and teach our kids to model their character!

  • @stevengiarc4743
    @stevengiarc4743 Месяц назад +8

    Great conversation between two warriors. On a side note I'm very glad to hear Chris is here to talk about PTSD, his medical struggles and how he overcame (or at least learned to manage) them. No doubt there are other soldiers who are going through or have gone through what he has and will benefit from his experiences.

  • @rhymetimeuk
    @rhymetimeuk 2 месяца назад +8

    absolutely incredible warriors these men are. I really think this is what is needed, an open discussion about what these men go through, and their losses. thank you for sharing.

  • @nia7558
    @nia7558 2 месяца назад +71

    I don’t think a lot of people realise how important Billy was to 22 SAS. He was RSM of Jungle Training school, led the ground military response to the 2005 London bombings, and I hear through second hand people that he was RSM of 22 as a whole.
    Incredible soldier.

    • @ryancox3834
      @ryancox3834 Месяц назад +9

      Did my head in that Ant got all the lime light from who dares wins. Only served 4yrs SF. Impressive feat to pass selection but chicken feed compared to what Billy has achieved

    • @madMARTYNmarsh1981
      @madMARTYNmarsh1981 Месяц назад +3

      You heard it through second hand people? Who is selling people! 😂

    • @trident1314
      @trident1314 Месяц назад

      ​@@ryancox3834 yeah but that's not how that show works

    • @ryancox3834
      @ryancox3834 Месяц назад +1

      @trident1314 thanks for the obvious statement. He was chosen for his looks as he's the perfect SF poster boy. Simple. Not to mention the small technicality he was SBS and not SAS as the show was named.

    • @nia7558
      @nia7558 Месяц назад

      @@madMARTYNmarsh1981You’d be surprised what you can get for a container deal from Peru

  • @tonykennedy8483
    @tonykennedy8483 2 месяца назад +12

    This was absolutely brilliant
    Two fine representatives of their units, calm quiet professional people, who've done great things
    Could listen to these guys chat for hours

  • @dalj4362
    @dalj4362 Месяц назад +15

    Really enjoyed that. Two legendary units coming together. I could watch these two talk for another hour.

  • @jamesboydriver
    @jamesboydriver Месяц назад +13

    A very good mate of mine served in Bosnia when he was a young lad, and his recounts he shared with me were horrific. He had photo albums to boot as well. The ptsd he carries to this day is awful for him. Absolute respect and admiration for those who serve

    • @harrymail7
      @harrymail7 4 дня назад

      Yeah Bosnia was a bad one. Ethnic genocide. Lots of women and children killed and worse. Disgusting conflict

  • @thecodfather4425
    @thecodfather4425 2 месяца назад +55

    Love the format.Good Watch.

  • @andytaylor3098
    @andytaylor3098 2 месяца назад +37

    thank you guys for all you have done to protect us all and sorry i did not serve my biggest regret in life , you are legends

    • @DK-cy5mt
      @DK-cy5mt 2 месяца назад +6

      Try not to let it drag you down, I joined up at 18 and started infantry training, unfortunately, due to problems with anxiety I left. I retrained as a nurse instead, but it's a regret that lives with me to this day

  • @frankackerman8408
    @frankackerman8408 Месяц назад +11

    While serving in Germany with the U.S. Army NORTHAG (Northern Army Group), I made some of my best friends from the BAOR (British Army of the Rhine) and the German Bundeswehr. I am still in touch with many of them to this day. We shared many experiences during our annual REFORGER (Return Forces to Germany) field training exercises during the Cold War. I made many new friends during the first Gulf War (Operation Desert Storm).

  • @justalittleyoutuber
    @justalittleyoutuber 27 дней назад +1

    I love Billy, he is the most experienced, genuine and humble Ex Special Forces on Social Media/TV etc etc. Says it as it is, not fake, what you see is what you get. Superb. Could listen to his stories all day....

  • @scottclarke9160
    @scottclarke9160 Месяц назад +6

    Very interesting and candid conversation. We are very lucky to have such people protecting us.

  • @RR-bh8vd
    @RR-bh8vd 2 месяца назад +28

    Had the honor of meeting one of Chris's teammates. I spent about 3 months last summer with him at a RV training school. I knew he served in the army but never asked what he did, until about 2 months after meeting him. He nonchalantly said he served in the "Unit" and it floored me. He was so reserved and quiet just a great guy. We talked a little about what he did and I mentioned Chris and the Shaun Ryan show. He lit up and said he was there with Chris when the SHTF the night in the house. I have no idea how those guys can walk with balls that big. Hope he and his wife are doing good.

    • @getstuk87
      @getstuk87 Месяц назад

      What night in the house are you talking about?

  • @yorkeoldfather3146
    @yorkeoldfather3146 2 месяца назад +38

    What a great conversation, huge respect for both.

  • @tubefreakmuva
    @tubefreakmuva 2 месяца назад +9

    These guys are the real deal. Total control of themselves. Inspirational.

  • @johnmorrison8942
    @johnmorrison8942 Месяц назад +3

    Thanks!

  • @Th3-Truth-24
    @Th3-Truth-24 Месяц назад +16

    Im a Englishman and love the sas. But i respect seal teams amd love watching these guys. Respect brothers 🙏🤝

  • @Sorenmaltloaf
    @Sorenmaltloaf 2 месяца назад +6

    Really great discussion with two very interesting and humble guys.
    I went to see Billy speak last week as part of his live show. What a brilliant speaker. Funny, articulate and kept the audience hanging on his every word... A total dude and unflappable.
    Really enjoyed watching this. Thanks!

  • @nutella571
    @nutella571 Месяц назад +6

    What a great talk of two humble heroes. We owe you our freedom, guys. Salute!

  • @jdrew500
    @jdrew500 2 месяца назад +8

    Two of the best talking straight. Thank you both for your service.

  • @jamesross1799
    @jamesross1799 Месяц назад +11

    What a brilliant honest conversation.

  • @jimsweet3256
    @jimsweet3256 Месяц назад +6

    Guys- thanks for this fantastic conversation. I appreciate your service

  • @ndpd1066
    @ndpd1066 Месяц назад +4

    One of the best interviews i have seen on here, both guys very inspirational.

  • @ovide1000
    @ovide1000 Месяц назад +5

    There are warriors walking this earth who did some crazy stuff ... Immens respect to you all!

  • @itsme-gm9oi
    @itsme-gm9oi Месяц назад +3

    Ex British army from the 90s. Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. I didn't see any combat, buit enjoyed listening to professionals who did. Respect and especially for being so honest about human fragility that we all have.

  • @damightyshabba439
    @damightyshabba439 Месяц назад +2

    Total respect. GREAT approach - the casual chat and slow walk. We all like to think we could be SAS etc... Lost my dad last week. I know it sounds odd, but watching this feels comfortable. I'll go back to head in the sand now....

  • @philiplaycock8944
    @philiplaycock8944 Месяц назад +5

    Brilliant open and honest conversation.
    Well done to both operators for opening up and sharing! 👍

  • @NastyNate18B
    @NastyNate18B Месяц назад +4

    Chris actually inspired me to attend RASP and eventually SFAS. Couldn’t be more thankful now

  • @ashleyjohn5808
    @ashleyjohn5808 Месяц назад +8

    I’m glad these guys are on our side 🇬🇧🇺🇸

  • @lindvi0r
    @lindvi0r Месяц назад +6

    I'm not in the military world at all, but lots of great life lessons right here in this converastion. Thanks for sharing the stories and putting yourselves out there, really appreciate that.

  • @paulbancroft3817
    @paulbancroft3817 Месяц назад +3

    Billy, Chris, I have total respect for you both, and of course, your units and our service men and women on both sides of the pond 👍 Thank You.

  • @wayne1264
    @wayne1264 Месяц назад +6

    English lad, plumber enjoying living in Devon, really enjoyed this awesome both of you Legends, great to watch this, enjoyed worriers swapping stories just Awesome. Thanks.

  • @itzzslayer5562
    @itzzslayer5562 2 месяца назад +87

    Happy remembrance day everyone 🇬🇧

    • @billyroberts6774
      @billyroberts6774 Месяц назад

      amen, may we never forget our servicemens sacrifice in war to keep us safe and free. Love from UK GOD BLESS THE USA

  • @tedturner4394
    @tedturner4394 2 месяца назад +98

    Happy Veterans Day, Gentlemen. We wouldn't be here without you.

    • @psy-op
      @psy-op Месяц назад +2

      Yes you would, unless one of them is your dad.

    • @billyroberts6774
      @billyroberts6774 Месяц назад

      AMEN ❤

  • @Theexcellorator64
    @Theexcellorator64 Месяц назад +6

    America is and hopefully always will be our greatest ally. We should all be eternally grateful that we have men like this, on both sides, prepared to put absolutely everything on the line for us.

  • @groundeffect236
    @groundeffect236 Месяц назад +2

    I really appreciate the openness of these guys to talk about their mistakes. Working with veterans, the biggest thing I've learned is to be honest about my failings. Nicely done Ladb.

  • @barracuda7018
    @barracuda7018 Месяц назад +12

    Such an honest conversation between two former elite soldiers.

  • @henryposadas3309
    @henryposadas3309 2 месяца назад +28

    The Delta force selection process was actually historically patterned after the SAS. That is why their selection process is closer to the SAS than other American SF units.

  • @joesgotya9930
    @joesgotya9930 2 месяца назад +47

    In 2007 Chris moved out of C Squadron and was invited into the AFO cell of Delta Force, formally known as the “Operational Support Troop” OST.. This was a more compartmentalized area of Delta Force that focused on clandestine activities and Advance Force Operations “AFO”.. This is where Chris was at when he got into the big gunfight in Somalia which became a legend later on. Not only being part of some the 1st JSOC operators to fight in Somalia since “Black Hawk Down” but also wiping out an entire rat line of Al Qaeda bomb makers. He tells the whole story on Shawn Ryan and even earlier on Mike Glovers podcast.

    • @James_Edward59
      @James_Edward59 2 месяца назад +4

      And he didn’t even talk about it on this episode, humble warrior as is the British fella. 🇺🇸

    • @ToniMihelcic
      @ToniMihelcic 2 месяца назад +1

      It's not OST anymore. It was renamed as G Squadron in around 2006.

    • @joesgotya9930
      @joesgotya9930 2 месяца назад +4

      @@ToniMihelcic I know. That’s why i used the words “formally known as OST”

    • @ToniMihelcic
      @ToniMihelcic Месяц назад +1

      @@joesgotya9930 Not sure if you mistyped, but it looks like you meant "formerly" instead of "formally"... Two words with different meanings.

    • @joesgotya9930
      @joesgotya9930 Месяц назад +2

      @@ToniMihelcic Sorry I confused you Webster 👍

  • @karenlindley.9756
    @karenlindley.9756 2 месяца назад +10

    Respect to these guys. Thank you for your service.

  • @lenmoss378
    @lenmoss378 Месяц назад +2

    Amazing and resilient guys, thank you for the privilege of hearing the stories of Billy & Chris.

  • @zed4225
    @zed4225 Месяц назад +2

    Love this. I think Mark 'Billy' Billingham is awesome. I thank you both for your service and dedication. Lovely to be immersed in nature and have a good yarn with another good human on the same level.

  • @conniecooley5542
    @conniecooley5542 Месяц назад +3

    Wow, I love this format. Thank you Sirs for everything you did for your countries.

  • @maximus2128
    @maximus2128 2 месяца назад +23

    Who's ever idea this was thank you!! 😊

  • @ClayHarris-g4r
    @ClayHarris-g4r 2 месяца назад +11

    ❤❤❤❤❤ love from Australia.Clay 🎉🎉 I am deeply proud of you Billy? Your wonderfuling humble and kind. Thank you so very much for your selfless
    service your amazing.....

  • @iandrake8202
    @iandrake8202 Месяц назад +1

    I didn't really want to watch this video as I knew it would be hard to do so. So glad I did. To see these super tough guys open up like this was an absolute revelation. They are so human and deserve all our respect. Thank you for your service guys and good luck with everything from here on

  • @Gimoozaabi
    @Gimoozaabi Месяц назад +2

    Did 7 years in the Royal Engineers, was never "tough enough" for special forces but met a few and what a great bunch of lads. Great video, would love to see more like this.

  • @thudtrades1850
    @thudtrades1850 2 месяца назад +12

    Awesome Show! Chris VanSant is a national treasure! Im pretty sure he is the only American Soldier to employ Naval Gunfire in the GWOT...

  • @kjsmith5552
    @kjsmith5552 Месяц назад +5

    One of the best conversations I've ever heard.

  • @liamhughes5446
    @liamhughes5446 29 дней назад +1

    What a fantastic project, from the videography and framing to the free form discussion from people whose voices deserve to be heard. I applaud the videographers and editors who made this happen, and I salute the soldiers who offered their valuable life experiences and stories. Thanks to Billy and Chris for showing us the human side of things.

  • @nickm2890
    @nickm2890 Месяц назад +3

    To my neighbors across the pond in the UK, I'd like to give you a massive handshake. SAS/SBS, the Royal Marines, all your special forces are tougher than steel. I'm proud to have you standing beside us. Cheers, folks.

    • @robocop3961
      @robocop3961 Месяц назад

      💯👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻