@fabianfierro5406
Meanwhile the politicians are sleeping well at night
@xnavyro
My son who was “over there” has fits of insanity where he admits & confesses the he’s human & vulnerable, but it’s heartbreaking to hear him talk about what he’s experienced & to see his eyes well up with tears. While at Fort Bragg, I found him in an area for the 82nd Airborne heroes & noticed how solemn he looked. While standing in front of a new monolith, he told me that the heroes on that monolith had given their lives to save them by flying their helicopter in front of an incoming surface to air missile. Knowing there wasn’t much I could say, I told him to live the best life possible to honor those brave men. He has succeeded as he’s now a 1st Sargent & retiring in January. I want so bad to tell him how proud I am of him, but am afraid I’ll rekindle memories best left behind? It’s like dancing on the head of a needle. Someday, in the future, it’ll just be me & him & I’ll truly let him know how proud I & his grandfathers are of him, who were both heroes as well. Till then, I’ll silently watch & be amazed by him. Dear God, thank you for sharing this brave soul with this undeserving sinner. May you always hold him close & watch over him & his amazing family. In Jesus’ name I pray.🙏🏻
@marcelena
When he looked left as he said "passing by" it's like he's still seeing it happen as he's saying it.
@snbond80ify
Watched numerous interviews of this man talking about stuff I couldn't even imagine experiencing. This is the first time I've seen him emotional. All respect bro.
@kristensockittoem6590
Not only was he faced with injuries and deaths of brothers in his arms, but he was literally scared out of his mind. He faced the reality of death head-on and all the complexities that come with it. In the interview, he mentions at different points of this story about how he was questioning the reality of what was going on around him. From some of the things he talks about, it sounds to me like he was scared beyond belief with the fear of losing his life as well as those of his compatriots, that his brain started to fragment and disassociate in order to save what was left of his sanity in order to survive. A literal description of the thousand mile stare. I think he tries to hold on to his composure so much in his interviews and probably in his life as well bc he's afraid of what might happen if he were to let all of that emotional and psychological trauma out. And perhaps he wouldn't be able to put it all back together again.
@MykCola
"I never heard anything like that before." Coming from that guy that sent chills down my spine.
@NeelimaBlueSky
My sisters fiance Sgt. Eric Snell was hit in the head by a sniper round on 6/18/07 in Baghdad. She found out one morning as she was getting ready for work they announced his name on the radio. I will never forget her screaming when she called me that morning. He was such a beautiful man. His mother arranged for my sister and I to spend time alone with him the night before his memorial service. You don't forget the damage a bullet does to the human body. It was him but his face wasn't. Gob bless every soldier in this land. 🤍
@robcharette1915
I do the same stuff when I try to hold in my emotions. The hand thing especially. This dude is a real one and you can’t help but like him for his honesty.
@demonwearingpalmangels4537
Man that hand rub when you start crying is the only place you could find some comfort.
@Tar-Numendil
It's hard to watch a man like the Reaper cry. I can't imagine going through that. You have my undying respect, admiration, and gratitude sir.
@BrandonThomas-e7v
I once worked with an army vet when I was 19, he was talking to another co worker and they talked about counseling. That's when he told the story from his time in the military. He said a buddy of his was in one of the military jeeps when it ran over an IED. He said he pulled him out and he died in his arms. He was always a happy person and was socially awkward from his ptsd. I cried when I lost contact with him when we were suddenly all let go after the day he said to me, "thank you for making me feel welcome." Love ya Steve...
@stmarquies4377
Imagine the person that literally saved your life dies!! That’s the most heartbreaking feeling ever!❤️🩹RIP Soldier 🙏❤️
@wsean87
If the reaper is crying you know it hit him hard
@mruss2237
I’ve watched atleast 5+ different interviews with this guy and I’m glued to it every time. He’s as genuine as it gets. Have never gotten the impression he’s exaggerating, if anything he usually downplays himself. Ppl wanna hold on to that 50cal comment but the shooting instructors were spreading that around to everyone, and why would anyone assume it was bs?
@DeSmith-o4b
"Thank you for your service" doesn't even come close to the appreciation that we should have for our professional warriors.
@BoogieMan174
Hearing stories like these really angers me to see our vets out on the street forced to beg for scraps. These men and women have given their all, gave their lives, mental health only to be forgotten ❤. Thank you for your service. We truly appreciate you and all the men and women who fight for our freedom.
@JanaLemons-dl7tk
My husband was a combat veteran - people have no idea - God bless you and thank you and your being willing to talk will make others think.
@andrewscott1387
I’ve seen a few interviews with this guy now and what a genuine caring soul. Tears aren’t a sign of weakness but a sign someone truly cares what an amazing human being and wish him nothing but good health.
@shockxwave
Dont hold that back. Let it out man. Men go through tough shit. Its ok for us to have moments especially guys like this
@George-ul7zv