94 yr old WW2 Veteran Shares His Story | Memoirs Of WWII #1

[@WaddlingWithTheWallaces]

We laid you to rest today, Pete. I love you more than I can ever say ❤️

[@hankochai]

RIP

[@BoldLion]

Mam this is to Pete and your family. SALUTE!! FOR YOUR SERVICE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!! FOR YOUR SACRIFICE SHALL NOT BE IN VAIN!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@gilwhitmore9682]

I want to say thank you for the sacrifices and service that Pete made for all of us that he never knew. God bless him, and you.

[@derekdykeman9160]

R.I.P. Pete

[@joshuariddle4420]

sending a hug, much love and respect

[@frostbitevinnie]

A 99 yr old gentleman at my church was a WWII bomber pilot. I need to talk with him more!

[@tjpg5083]

You need to get him on here haha

[@MoreTrenMoreMen69]

frostbitevinnie They’re a rare sight nowadays. Speak every moment you can with him

[@hamsandwich2767]

Just understand that he may not like talking about it

[@harleymiles9926]

I get to wait on a 93 year old WW2 vet every Friday.

[@steven_003]

I am Austrian and my 98 years old neighbor was captured in Russia, I think I should ask him about it.

[@maxsmodels]

70 years later the pain is clearly as fresh as the day it happened.

[@QUARTERMASTEREMI6]

maxsmodels Somethings never leave you and stay with you for eternity.

[@liamfippinger8962]

Jessica DeFrank I’m sorry but i doubt that happen but in that small chance it did I’m sorry but this isn’t the right place to talk about it

[@whitephillip6997]

@Jessica DeFrank how do you know this?

[@warriorsmustang1784]

@Jessica DeFrank How could you make up that story though? He was clearly upset over what he saw, because he was there

[@licknahr3067]

@Jessica DeFrank Can you link anything the corroborates your claims? I couldn't find anything.

[@LaurenMiddleton28]

I love talking to old people.. especially the ones who are extremely mentally aware. They have a lifetime of knowledge.& experience.. When someone old dies its a library of knowledge gone to waste.. there entire journey is forever Gone... which is horrible.

[@richardkidwell4134]

These are the people that made America great, and losing them is so sad to me. I sometimes think how are we going to stay great without them.

[@NyanPoptartCat]

@@richardkidwell4134 We teach our children to be like them, friend.

[@bigmak9059]

You’re so right. I’m gonna shed a tear when the last WW2 vet passes. I binge watch these and try to put myself in their shoes because of my personal interest in the Second World War. It just terrifies me. But these men lived through this. Ridiculous. Do you have any special stories after talking to old people? War related or not. I love hearing about the past. I’m 21

[@Dingle_Nugget]

That’s why we’re lucky a channel like this exists. These peoples story’s can always stay with us... forever.

[@joce0993]

Terrifying fact

[@lemonmazter7831]

He looks good for 94

[@MemoirsofWWII]

For sure! He still drives his own car and plays golf regularly too :)

[@marlenathornsbeary2800]

Absolutely!

[@lil_peen6778]

Facts

[@gwsghgshsdgv]

sounds stupid but feels like this generation of ww2 or even ww1 soldiers got way better health condition than regular ppl today maybe bc our society is to sloppy and not thankful enough idk how to explain it but soldiers in general doesnt matter what war have seen so much death and bad thinks they dont complain like our generation about sickness .. aww im sick i dont go to work ... aww my nose hurts i stay at home blabla ... they were sick all day long and wounded and still kept fighting doesnt matter if american german russian whatever :D soldiers are taff our generation are just sissys

[@Theultimatespinjitsu]

Jobcenter 57 Doubt any WW1 soldiers are still around. They’d be goin on at least 110.

[@itsdre9x9]

A WW2 Navy vet was in my college graduation class in 2018. The ovation he got was unreal. He dropped out of college shortly after WW2 to work and support his family. He graduated with an associates. I looked him up and he passed away last year at the age of 97. His name was Robert Edgar Barger if anyone is curious to know.

[@leerussel2033]

I grew up in the 50s surrounded by these great heroes. We don't have many left. It's important to know there stories. That was the greatest generation. They handed us a superb live let's always remember there sacrifice. Every kid in my generation would ask. What did you do in THE war? They all went.

[@adlmk8gti]

haha the color blind section was funny and cute , love how he got exposed to and he's like " ok I'm going to the army " haha

[@MemoirsofWWII]

TheHomeAloners 😄

[@DeltaLimaDelta]

🤣🤣🤣

[@drutalero2962]

Man I think all veteran's have funny stories like that. I sure do.

[@dylanorange7051]

Cheating through tests since inspection

[@RememberRox]

reminds me of the cheating in the eye-sight test in the movie pearl harbour

[@Droosmom1970]

I notice throughout many of these they have survivor’s guilt. I wish I could give them all a hug.

[@burtthebeast4239]

Whoever thumbs downed this video is an empty headed human being, Sorry. Thank you Sir God bless you.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Maybe they just didn't like my voice in the narration... I know I don't, lol

[@lewisfoster5192]

It was the nazis 😂

[@metro3041]

@@lewisfoster5192 Even I wouldn't thumbs down this. I don't blame most of the soldiers of the war for a lot of what happened. The Russians on the other hand, well if you know what they did...

[@jacehardy1243]

@@MemoirsofWWII I think you have a good voice for narrating

[@MemoirsofWWII]

jimay jimay thanks, just trying to stay out of the way :)

[@rachaelcalderwood1610]

“some of my friends weren’t as lucky as me”😭😢

[@arym1108]

Rachael Calderwood another amazing instance when I scroll the KZbin comment section and see your comment as soon as this ole chap is saying it...powerful.

[@myrapacite5295]

😔😔😭😭

[@Gwynlordofcinder1234]

Cuz he is a boomer lmao

[@Mr.Obongo]

@@Gwynlordofcinder1234 WW2 vets are not baby boomers they’re the parents of boomers so nice job making yourself look like the ignorant moron you are. Sad that you’ve got nothing better to do than disrespect the small handful of vets who are still around from the worst war in recent history.

[@curt552003]

I know Pete and its an absolute privilege to call him my friend. Thank you Josh for doing this, Pete has nothing but kind words for you!

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Thank you Curt, that means a lot.

[@davidriddell9455]

Well done. Well done.

[@ImmaculateM1Garand]

Incredible people, doing incredible things

[@maria-rw7fg]

Can you tell Pete that he is a beloved and highly respected man for his bravery to fight for our country. Nothing but love and good vibes for Pete🥺

[@cristianrodriguez1145]

Wow that🥺

[@curtgomes]

My uncle Joe went into the Army in 1941 and saw his first combat in North Africa. Then to Italy, France, and Germany. He passed away in 1988. He is my personal hero. Mr. Shaw reminds me of him in so many ways. The Greatest Generation for sure!

[@breannamanderson8469]

He seems like such a sweet soul ☹️

[@MemoirsofWWII]

He is.

[@trebla512]

Was

[@thepianoman2559]

@@trebla512 wait did he die?

[@privateparker5698]

@@MemoirsofWWII did he die

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Benjamin Eadie no we visit him often, you would think he’s in his 60’s!

[@tring-aling-ahim-bahoo-lah6378]

My grandfather fought in WWII against the Japanese. According to my mother, he was captured but managed to escape. I don't remember most of the story as I was very young at the time of hearing it. It's crazy to think that I wouldnt exist if he made just one mistake. On a side note, this guy looks really good for being in his 90's. He still has a lot of energy too.

[@Trillioons]

Ik I’m a bit late but god bless him and I hope you still asked him when he was alive unless he still is.

[@thegermanfool8953]

👑

[@lennyj722]

Thank him as much as you can.

[@sickboyaolp7881]

"you got to be friendly to people" is probably the most touching thing i ever heard from a veteran

[@arthurbelljames]

@Jordan Sharpe Nothing to do with Pete.

[@mikew1332]

That's such an important life lesson. It's hard to imagine how going to war could teach that. Maybe you have to have been there to understand.

[@rubenlopez3364]

Its easier i Europe than Middle East

[@FlexBeanbag]

@POOR PIRANO kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ7GaoF8m82rbZY

[@tiagodecastro2929]

People ask me sometimes why I'm so easygoing. I always tell them, "Life is too good not to be happy, and too short not to be peaceful." It's thanks to veterans like Pete in this video that I have the luxury of being able to say that. Always be grateful for what you have, because no matter how bad things get, they could always be worse

[@daspiper8941]

I have nothing to say, but Thank You to that Soldier.

[@FliteTest]

amazing stories. Thank you Harry for your service, and thank you Memoirs of WWII for preserving this amazing man's story.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

love you guys ;)

[@ciaranmacdonald9691]

I love both channels

[@greenfireproductions8629]

Indeed a pice of history is a pice us

[@moto_45__]

I knew that was josh from flite test! I used to watch those videos all the time! wow small world

[@jessicawilliamson1442]

I love your planes

[@gundam4eva20]

The value of what you have done with this channel can not be overstated. These voices are disappearing and they need to be heard and remembered.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

gundam4eva20 thanks for watching!

[@rogerwilliams1070]

Every day that passes I know more and more of the few remaining WW2 veterans pass away. It pains me to see the greatest generation walk away. All I hope in life is that I can make the best of life in a country they made for us.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

same here.

[@shr1mppoboi950]

The last WW1 veterans were 110-12 years old, so going off that, I'd say we have til 2035-40 before the last ones finally pass away. Modern medicine is getting better everyday so their lives might be prolonged a little but not much as they're already old unfortunately

[@billb0313]

Don't worry. The millennials will carry the torch. Oh wait. They're too busy sipping their $8 liberal lattes, dying their hair purple, and trying to figure out which bathroom to use.

[@ho-wm7jy]

@@billb0313 true

[@Barbecuechicken2012]

This is by far not the greatest generation some men fought in this war and came back to segregation discrimination and getting called demeaning and degrading words also most likely assaulted so fuck this generation

[@airsoftspeedy]

I’ve met him and talked to him every time he came to mission bbq where I worked. He is truly a great man. He is now on hospice care. Please pray for Pete and his family. Thank you.

[@Hopperz69]

He looks really young for his age !

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Luke Hopkins he stays young. He still drives - just bought his dream truck (a ‘98 GMC Jimmy 😊), and still plays golf every week.

[@Hopperz69]

Memoirs of WWII what a great icon thank you for his service

[@gianshawn377]

He discovered the fountain of youth

[@michelangelo5903]

i’m not an emotional person but it gets me every time a vet relives what he’s talking about. you can feel it. i respect these men so much

[@surfbum482]

“He was my bestest friend” haha awww

[@Silverwings2012]

surfbum482 I realize the correct pronunciation should be best, but I think him saying bestest is precious.

[@ww2militariaShorts]

The Vet is 94 years old....

[@jonclemons1421]

This hero earned the right to use whatever description of his friendship any way he wants to. You morons with no respect for what this gentleman went through don't deserve the freedom he fought to give you. These men and women are leaving us at an astounding rate. Instead of making fun of him you should be honoring him. Another pitiful example of our failed education system. God bless these heroes!

[@351mrmike]

​@@TacoFlavorKeeezes "stoooopid" is not a word, either. And it's not "cuz", it's "because." And it's not "what you know about me?" It's "what DO you know about me?" Stupid (correct spelling) MORON.

[@jonclemons1421]

@@TacoFlavorKeeezes I did not call you out by name. You volunteered your ignorance.

[@metalrulezU]

When he said about his friends dying just 5ft away, why them and not me, I teared up and thought my god man, its not your fault you survived, he seems like such a caring person my respect to you sir

[@luckymojo9348]

man I couldn't help crying, just hearing him talk about his friends that he lost I can't imagine having to be around war and death, must be surreal.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

lucky mojo93 exactly how we feel. Can’t imagine.

[@theboxoftexas]

It's like losing your dog to natural causes after you've seen him for almost 13 years, heartbroken

[@BIGRob118]

@@theboxoftexas yea but theres bombs going off too

[@fransiscoh9450]

Just met a ww2 veteran out for breakfast. Shaking his hand have me shivers knowing what he’s gone through for us. Would’ve asked him for a story but he was eating😂 old people share the best stories

[@MaliceGaming]

Not all veteran's like to talk about what they endured its sometimes to hard to relive all of that

[@theboxoftexas]

I got to see World War II veterans at my middle school last year during Veterans Day and I think they talked about what they experienced during the war I never got to see the rest of those speeches because my mom picked me up early

[@marnyabagra4554]

Children-grandchildren of these veteran must feel so lucky and proud to be of same bloodline of those braveheart heroes.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Absolutely. I know I'm proud of my grandfather. Wish he was still around for me to tell him.

[@donc9751]

@@MemoirsofWWII Same goes for me, although I never thought about bloodline much, I just worshipped the man, really just for being my Grandpa, that alone is natural for kids, but the hearing about some of his stories boosted my pride out of the world! Normally he never spoke of the war and the adults never asked him, at least by the time I was born they probably heard so didnt want to poke any old feelings for him, but my being young and his 1st grand kid, grandpa's are fast to forgive things like that.

[@carrielynn2169]

Definitely! I’m very proud of both my grandfathers! One fought the beaches of Normandy, and the other was with the first troops that liberated Aushwitz. They never really talked about the things they seen and went through, but they were not “normal” when they came home after the war ended...they were never the same and I don’t doubt why. I can only imagine what they saw and the things they had to do to survive during their time fighting for our freedom. God bless you grandpa Lester and grandpa Roy! I miss you both dearly and thank you for your service! 🇺🇸

[@myrtlemaude47]

Memoirs of WWII Yes! My father served in WWII and both my grandfathers in WWI.

[@thecrippledpancake9455]

Memoirs of WWII Is he the one that inspired you to reach out to these brave veterans?

[@PrayerfullyBlessedMama]

My grandfather, Theodore James Lichtsinn, served in the army during the Battle of the Bulge. He was shot and received the Purple Heart. He passed away 1985, two years before I was born. I cannot wait to meet him in heaven.

[@tonyahrrold8273]

Wonderful ❣️❤️❣️

[@maryanncarr4317]

This is the sweetest man on earth 😢💗

[@MemoirsofWWII]

He truly is. Pete is one of the greats!

[@shesbitchingimfishing5302]

Woonsocket ri

[@thejtd21]

They truly were the greatest generation. Words cant describe how thankful I am.

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

Compassion. This man saw some hard, hairy work over in Europe. The kind that has the power to break a man's mind, heart and will over and over but he can still sum up his lessons learned with, "You gotta be friendly to people. And try to understand them." That is a triumph of the human spirit. This is why I shake the hand of every man I see wearing a cover (hat) like Pete's, and give them my sincere thanks.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

So true. Thank you for watching.

[@randysimmons7029]

I fought in the 84th in the battle of the bulge but shortly in I was shot in the left shoulder and I was luckily helped by a German solider and then I was found in the woods by a patrol and then taken home I never went back but I have many stories for my grandchildren and I am proud to have served in action as a us marine

[@odie4464]

The bus station part made me tear up... A true hero

[@jaakko9853]

@craIIed ‘ ?

[@ivanadams3809]

These men should be put on pedestals higher than they are, I think these brave men the greatest generation ever for my freedom, words of wisdom love and understand

[@KingeJulien]

i cried so much watching this when he talked about his friend 5 ft away dying, and he was asking why not him it killed me the pain and the horror this man got through, and a lot of others went through, is completely insane thank you for your service sir god bless you 🙏🏼

[@unknown93516]

Man his pain is so heavy and he keeps his composure.. What a soldier

[@Mad1Mullen]

I can’t imagine the terror. These kids don’t understand a lot of young 18 year old kids got drafted and killed never had a family or kids, so we can live with our freedoms we have now I always respect a veteran true heroes

[@fairuzhussaini7301]

I would just hug this old man and cry for no reason.

[@SlapHappy]

8:16 dude got his helmet blown off and kept shooting without even flinching.

[@Omar-su3ii]

That’s boss asf

[@xkei6911]

8:17

[@Cron0s91]

@@QuinTheBored 8:16

[@nachotorres8083]

He took it off with the right hand, probably for better vision.

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

@@nachotorres8083 No he didnt...he was firing the rifle with his right hand, also the helmet suddenly got a dent it didnt have before, and it appeared EXACTLY after it got knocked off

[@michaelamanek8908]

I love this hero.

[@K3VIN21]

I went to a elementary school near a airforce base we had veterans come to our school for a music show for veterans day and the whole class got to meet 5 pearl harbor survivors it was an honor God bless them all. this was in 2004!

[@patrichewismeijer9466]

God bless. Thank you for your service. My grandfather was fighting in Indonesia. He was sent there from Holland. Miss him every day.

[@DeanWLover24]

Just hearing the raw emotion of his survivors guilt till this day. This documentary is beautiful. Thank you for this!

[@johnstevens9673]

Its Truly breaks my heart that someone would thumbs down this video. Both of my grandfathers fought in WWII to stop the evil spreading in Europe and the south Pacific. This generation risked it all and asked for nothing but a chance to fight for their country. Please do not disrespect their memory with a dislike.

[@jonkurz5101]

The pain this guy carries with him even today, which is evident throughout the video, makes me sad, especially at 4:49...his eyes are so powerful, like he’s reliving the story he’s telling....I just can’t imagine

[@harrylinder7009]

This channel is very special to me because my great grandpa went to WW2 as an engineer and he was Australian and he stole a Japanese sword and a plane engine and he showed me it when I was 2, I’m now 12. I love him

[@aleka22k]

My grandfather was exactly like Pete a warm-hearted person and a kind human being. My grandfather was an American soilder and survived until WWII ended. On top of this, I remember my mum telling me about my grandfather and how he risked his life saving others. He is an inspiration to me. In addition to this, sometimes I truly wonder why war happend. In short, soilders etc. are very underrated since footballers earn more money than soilders do. This can be proven by theories and facts on the internet. On the whole, I want to say a great thanks to Pete and I hope he lives 🙏

[@Shaulino1]

I'm 27, Mexican-American with 0 connections to anyone that served in WW2, but these stories, these men are so damn special and heart warming. God Bless these men.

[@SuperleggeraV4]

It's June 1st right now almost the 75th anniversary of Day so sad 😥 to see how many veterans are dying off.

[@Wisegoatface]

“Day” are u stupid

[@josephstalinmanofsteel6024]

Stop he probably missed pronounced it stop

[@garrywagner7717]

Thankyou for your service Pete.

[@whata86]

I can’t imagine living with this pain the rest of your life . It’s incredible they were able to go home and live a good life

[@paytizzle]

I got to smoke a pipe in Gettysburg in 2014 with a WW2 vet. He was very respectful, kind, and real. Bless these heroes.

[@tylercolvin9561]

8:20 guys gets his helmet shot off continues to fire back. What a man

[@pjezzy3047]

I’m crying. All the life’s lost. All the families finding out about their own son dying in war. War is worthless. There is no point in war when all you want is dominance over something. My uncle was in the navy during nam and I loved hearing his war stories and how he operated certain things. It’s just truly sad on what people went through. Their best friend dies right in front of their arms. It must’ve been horrifying to go through that experience. They sacrificed their lives so the world could be a better place, but look at it now. If your seeing this, I hope you have a terrific day and I hope this puts something on your mind. 😊

[@Bartimus224]

this is like a Netflix documentary

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Thank you, Drew! Feel free to share if you'd like :)

[@rp6428]

Better

[@christophermcdonald2483]

This is better than Netflix are you kidding me

[@cydnebrown9550]

It’s so sad that there aren’t many of these soldiers left. Thank you so much for what ur doing. This is SO IMPORTANT. Since some people have forgotten who fought and died for the lives they have now. People today don’t know real hardship and we need to keep this alive thank you x

[@tommy9945]

How does this have 8 dislike this show how much the United states an its soilders sacrificed during the 1940s. The Fact that kids my age ( 24 years old) dont see this an understand why things are the way they are is incredible an shocking. An i say kids because people my age (24) 18-28 dont understand it thinking that the country grew off hatred an Genocide in stead of democracy an freedom. Say what you want but i have respected an gratitude to all who fought an served to give me the life i have today. Peter thank you an your family, My grandfather fought in Korea in the Amry an passed way last November an his brother served in WWII in the USMC in the battle for Philippians. God Bless America an Those Who Protect it.

[@Red777Ghost]

8 dislikes is not that much. On KZbin a lot of the time there are bots that automatically dislike videos

[@mp-hk6ln]

Let's hope its miss clicks

[@gregwhalan9606]

It’s strange these days that sports people are called “Heroes” The true heroes are the soldiers who sacrificed their lives so we could live In a free world Bless them all the long and the short and the tall.

[@brandonbentley8532]

Tommy when i was 12 i had adult responsibilities, i ran million dollar equipment on a farm, had loads of chores. . . thats whats wrong with youth, no responsibilities.

[@kumarlewis659]

When I was 18, I enlisted into the army. I am now 20.

[@moonavnue]

if my great grandpa was still alive he would love to talk about his experiences in ww2. he survived the war but sadly died before i was born :(

[@noahmoody1640]

He seems like such a great guy, thank you Pete for your service in the worlds greatest time of need

[@ronniehdable]

I have to say that is the definition of a war hero

[@1allanbmw]

Thank you brother.

[@declanlee4357]

I just want to give him a hug

[@Arcticangels]

I almost cried when he said his friends weren’t as lucky as him and he almost cried🥺😖

[@maxodom1540]

Thank you for your service

[@christinecrockford1654]

Amazing documentary, the way it was narrated and the history of your brave solders, who help us English to win the war together with our allies and it's somthing we will never forget here in the UK. For me I always feel closer to the USA than Europe.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Thanks Christine! I hope to make it over to England soon to meet some of your veterans :)

[@MangelBanselmo]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@dong7474]

2:38 is one of my favorite parts from these episodes, i love their humor so much.

[@alishavornbrock2533]

Man hearing his story hurts my heart. Especially after going to Dachu it makes the pain I felt even worse.

[@RubyBandUSA]

correct spelling ... Dachau

[@yujiRL]

last part is truely wholesome godbless you

[@PlatycodonPlatypus]

Thank you for your service, Mr Shaw Jr. :)

[@jessiegriggs4384]

My grandpa was in WW2. My generation needs to remember their sacrifice!

[@yarmouk334]

2:59 I actually live in Dothan, Alabama and I think I know where those barracks were... I was told that there was also a POW camp here but I haven’t been able to find any records for a camp or barracks.

[@drewcassell8746]

This makes me happy

[@dankuhl1355]

Love you pete! Your generation was and still are some of the most wonderful people of all time. You gave me and my grandkids a future.

[@killboy784]

Thank you Josh, I’ve cried so hard over this humble man. He’s amazing and beautiful. God Bless You

[@chandlermorillo6249]

...you can just see the hurt and pain in his eyes. God bless everyone who fought in this war and every other war that’s happened on this earth.

[@notme1481]

such a kind person, hard to believe he has been through all these situations. I guess seeing Dachau for what it was in 1945 leaves a mark on you.

[@Spazzycat14]

We will never know what they went through. I watch these again and again.

[@jasonmacfarlane7885]

I’m watching this Feb 9 the day he got home. Good on ya Pete.

[@cindyharen9645]

I think today, Memorial Day 2019, was the best Memorial Day of my life. I had the honor and pleasure to serve this man and his family lunch. I never would've guessed that he is 95. He is the sweetest man and also a little ornery, lol. I wish I had more time to talk to him today. However, he is going to France in a week or two with others who served. I believe he said there are 12 all together going for a ceremony. It will be televised, so keep your eye out for him. They said they were going to come back in for lunch when he gets back home, I can't wait to hear about his experience!!

[@AugustMoon813]

True hero’s that didn’t think twice to show their patriotism for our country and our allies.I am lucky to have had the privilege of calling one of these brave gentleman my adopted Father.His memories were shared with our family and will live on in my child’s family too. May they never be forgotten.🙏❤️🇺🇸

[@betweenthedimensions8315]

Can you imagine how it must have felt to call his dad and see his brother arrive to pick him up. 💗💗💗

[@lucasmoses-thomsen1485]

Every time I watch one of these I think about my grandpa, he never was in combat but he was definitely part of that generation. So many great storytellers and so many great stories.

[@juansirri5697]

What a great soldier. May god bless you

[@bonjangles]

Seeing veterans describe their experiences during war and getting sad breaks my heart

[@thewonderingangler8410]

I worked at a retirement home for a few years and had talked with some amazing men and women about their lives. Not all were vets but I remember this one lady who out of nowhere starting telling me stories about how her and her husband who had passed away a few years ago would go to broadway plays. I listened to her and she told me these stories with so much joy. Like by her talking to me about these events took her back for a moment.

[@jasonrose360]

From a Army combat veteran I want to say thank you for doing this. I hope it will touch people and open their eyes and minds. Again thank you. Sgt. Rose 160th SF

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Thank you, Sgt, Rose. It's really been humbling to see members of our military respond to these videos in a positive way. Thank you for serving.

[@OrbitFallenAngel]

Thank You Sgt. Rose for your service too! 🇺🇸💗 This is an amazing video...its so sad..🥺 My Grandpa served in the 3rd Army during WW2.. 🇺🇸💗🇺🇸 So for that I am very proud!! This was truly the Greatest Generation to ever have walked the earth...God Bless them all!

[@marionkennedy7922]

My dad was in the war 1939 to 45 and he was a man's man, ww2 broke him!.he never new we new but the pain was there. He was a desert rat.from el Alamein threw across to Italy and then to Berlin. He was sort he came home defo suffered with ptsd.Wish he left his feelings at Anzio the sadest part he went bk there every year until his death these vid clips are amazing I wish there was one for my dad, Walter Lyle Forsythe Scots guard 1936 to 1945....RIP TO ALL MEN,WOMEN,CHILDREN who have died during conflict.

[@tonytiger1]

Thank you Pete for your service and guy don't dislike the video and give it a like to show our appreciation for Pete. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@lewisfoster5192]

Tony tiger1 must be the nazis who disliked the video

[@eliaslopez4050]

I have SO much love and respect for our veterans. Especially the older generations such as WWII and Vietnam vets. God bless you all, and thanks you for your sacrifices. Were it not for you all who risked it all and gave so much for our country, we wouldn't have the freedoms that most take for granted today. Unfortunately, our vets from that era are in their final years. God bless you all.

[@rubb3rlizard607]

When he mentions his friends that died you can tell that he’s upset. This man has been through hell and we need to respect him and honor him. I ask a favor of you out their if you see a veteran please thank them for their service and sacrifice.

[@Armyan1988]

I am tearing up from this veteran's words! My grandfather, may god rest his soul was a world war 2 veteran. Watching this video, shows the friendship, the love, the respect, and the sacrifices these men, and women made during one of the darkest moments in history. Thank you for your service, thank you for the freedoms that we enjoy, and may God always shine a ray of sunshine towards you! Lots of love and respect from Russia!

[@sublimeguy]

God bless my brothers and sisters in arms so many have sacrificed so much it makes so proud to be an american. He had me choking up listening its hard for me to hear him tell it i cant even fathom what he and so many have experienced. God bess you brother

[@MemoirsofWWII]

sublimeguy 1981 thank you for watching

[@sublimeguy]

@@MemoirsofWWII Not a problem. Ur doing what I have dreamed of getting to socialize with true America heroes keep them coming

[@chrisj197438]

All of these brave men deserve long fulfilled lives

[@patriciabracken7546]

Thank you Pete for your service. Bless you. Love from Ireland. 💖💞💓💝💗💗💗👏👏👏👏

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Patricia Bracken thank you for watching

[@EricLennox]

Thank you for this series. My US Solidier Grandfather met my German Grandmother during this war at a war post. She saw hilter speak and walked to school with planes flying over her head. They married, came to America, and started a farm, where I have many memories. I so wish I would've asked them more. We are all very fortunate.

[@willtotani5678]

It heats up my heart when he is just thinking back and you can see that what he’s thinking is very very sad and intense

[@demef758]

75 years later, and you can still see in the face and hear in the voice of Mr. Shaw the pain and horror, of having to experience war. Imagine having those feelings rattling around in your head for 75 years and having to try to cope with it on a daily basis. I don't know how he has managed to do it. These WWII guys are just the best.

[@lyanevangelista8449]

Thank you Sir for your service for the country. It will never be forgotten! Thank you Memoirs of WWII ❤️

[@jeffpringal504]

Sadly my stepdad who landed D-Day +2 and my good friend Frank Grosky who fought with the 5th Army 91st Mountain Div in the Po Valley are gone. Both had stories that deserved to be preserved. Great job doing what you are doing.

[@earthsciteach]

So very powerful, Josh. Thank you for bringing this story and those of others to us.

[@MemoirsofWWII]

Patrick, thank you buddy! Please feel free to share

[@jmeszi4159]

These men, the raw tenacity of the dark side of humanity that they had to face is heroic, the call to arms that these men answered is nothing short of inspirational and emotional for having to go through the depths of hell and back...no wonder why they’re considered the greatest generation in the history of humanity. They deserve it