Military Father Surprises Cheerleader at Football Game

An emotional reunion Friday night at Erwin High School.Petty Officer Dale Williams made a surprise visit to his daughter, Kendall.Williams hid behind the Color Guard as his daughter stood on the football field with her cheerleading squad.Just before the national anthem the announcer introduces the naval diver who's been stationed at Guantanamo Bay.It took a few seconds for Kendall to realize her dad was walking toward her but once she did they had an emotional reunion, "I saw him behind me...I was like woah!"Petty Officer Williams, "when i called her name and she turned around...I lost it myself."Petty Officer Williams' visit was short, he had to return to duty Saturday night, but the family said they were going to enjoy the time they had.
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[@Matthew-bx5yf]

The best part, for me, is how he reminds her to respect the flag and she gathers herself to do so. Well done, sir. You raised a good one.

[@pamtompkins4183]

Definitely!!

[@timebandit4910]

Yes sir he certainly did raise a respect child who understand our flag and the the sacrifice that your family endures to be a patriot. Some folks don't understand or respect that simple call to country

[@randallclark5904]

Amen!!

[@frozenboot68]

Oh for heavens sake, that’s ridiculous to be respectful for the flag but not to each other. I wonder when Americans will grow up?

[@bdearing11]

Yes Respect

[@lindablackstone3286]

This is a picture of how men and women of honor conduct themselves. They show honor and teach it to their children.

[@terrygross2652]

The guy should of got in dress uniform instead of looking like a bag of worms in his cammies

[@gordoneagle9443]

@@terrygross2652 shows never seved

[@kcsnow9447]

'zactly, and you get it. Your husband is a lucky man. His lady gets it. Or you are a lucky lady, because your husband gets it. Or both. Happiness to you both.

[@michaelfleming331]

Makes the tears roll. I came home for just 2wks, just in time to see my only daughter born.

[@limrasidin6721]

Facebook tok seng penting ada di hati kamu

[@crystalwilson-smith1623]

Congratulations on the new addition to the family. And thank you for your service for our freedom. Military know me as big momma.

[@hollyhenderson3891]

Thank you all God Bless you all ..THANK YOU.MARRY CHRISTMAS

[@seanmanwill2002]

Thank You for your sacrifice! Thank You for your service!

[@johnnycash8600]

Thank you for serving

[@lonniekiser3612]

Now this is what real America is about, God bless America.

[@SlurryNoises]

My eyes aren't watering, they're simply sweating.

[@MarcoPolo-mp6ry]

Mine are dry so they watered themselves

[@kruiset8810]

Slurry Noises By your picture, it looks like your high, so I believe you

[@hellokittyanie6998]

Samee

[@jaymegray5963]

yeah

[@heidihansen147]

same

[@avineshbhadauria2412]

When tears roll down on soldier's face that was most emotional moment none can guess his feelings. His love for nation and family amazing

[@nationalelectric6507]

Sailor

[@mauricekey2360]

I Love Watching The Video It's Such A Beautiful Video People Need To Remember To Respect The Flag And Our Country He Came Home To Surprise His Daughter He Is Doing His Part To Protect Us If It Wasn't For The Military We Wouldn't Have A Beautiful Country Just To Get Rid Of The Hate I Thank You So Much For Serving Our Country

[@richynababan3633]

Everyone need loved

[@markavell7111]

He's Navy. Not a Soldier. But still beautiful.

[@herbb8547]

@@markavell7111 Sailors serve just like every other serviceman or service woman. They are often deployed for months at a time. It is not an easy life and requires a great deal of sacrifice for both the sailor and his family. Sailors are just as much military as Army, Marines or Air Force. We need them all.

[@app1esuk]

The beaming smile on the girl's face after hugging her dad tells it all

[@ericcartman772]

Does it also tells about so many daddy's who are not there for their families😢

[@hassanisaac3340]

Fantastic. To my daughter Anisah- wherever you are., it's 5 yrs since i held you in my arms...may we meet one fine day. Lots of Love from Dad.❤

[@Outdoorsmanlife88]

The man loves his daughter, the flag, and the United States Of America! I seen him tear up while the anthem was going on. When people burn the flag, step on it, disrespect it in anyway. They have millions of patriots like this man to deal with. People just don’t understand.

[@bdearing11]

With what just happened I think people are about to figure it out. I totally respect this man, our flag, our freedom , he and millions have fought for. God bless the USA

[@stuballs42]

People that burn our flag just don't understand what it takes to keep our Country free! ,and they never will!!

[@donmunro144]

And I'm sure they aren't so proud of what this country is about right now. But I love this clip.

[@mikewrasman5103]

We've got an American Legion and a Veterans of Foreign Wars posts who would like to pulverize Gwen Berry!

[@datguyed1005]

He’s in uniform he has to by the rules salute the flag in civilian clothes it’s your choice too freedom means you can do whatever you want we are not nazi Germany forcefully saluting and flag with what’s going on in this country right now we shouldn’t be proud of the injustices and the dumbass running this country to the ground

[@HarvestTexas]

I can imagine the pride he felt during the National Anthem with his daughter by his side. The tear down his cheek said it all. Thank you for your service. USAF vet '80-'84.

[@larkamerica5270]

Bud Man Thank you for being there too. USAF vet 72-76

[@SoldierPoet]

Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

[@SoldierPoet]

@@larkamerica5270 Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

[@cassidypessini8172]

Bud Man when They did the national anthem he did cry 😭 and I did

[@waltbowlby1638]

tears came down when I watched this too. Retired Navy (with 6 years USAF prior to Navy). ! Thanks for Service to our great country. retired in 1988

[@NOWOKEXYZ]

God Bless America, Her Flag, and Her Protectors!

[@YSQ300]

She looked so sad when she looked back at him before it was revealed that I think she was wishing it was him.

[@Cecilia-vm5ec]

Yes, I think the same, I think she doesnt have a good vision, she needs glasses

[@sergiogalindo3024]

@@Cecilia-vm5ec Nevermind That! She didn't even RECOGNIZE her OWN father's NAME! ForTheLoveOfBenji! Chingado!

[@lexa4775]

@@sergiogalindo3024 Maybe it had been so long since she seen him but I really doubt that's a excuse to forget ur father's name

[@sergiogalindo3024]

@@lexa4775 EXACTLY!

[@callmedenzelable]

Yeah I saw that too

[@sandeepkumar.m]

Dad daughter love is unconditional Anywhere in the world. so touching

[@nonamecassidy6290]

Amen!!!

[@kingstogodshm3251]

No one messes with Daddy's little girl, that love and protection is unbreakable

[@user-ey2rc4xo3j]

😂👍

[@Touhid]

Cheer leader is cheered up by father. Can’t get better than this...Don’t forget girl, you might find a prince in your life but he will always be the king...

[@user-tm5rf6vi7o]

وكل خره

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[@kimberlyhicks3644]

If he's like your dad, he's a good one.

[@johnalombardi2951]

Beautifully stated, Sir, thank you!

[@mindscaffold]

A father who serves and protects the land and away, and a daughter who loves her father..absences makes the heart grows fonder

[@c5d53g2e]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@svarogeuropeidentity4355]

Protects where? On the US Border? He protects ressources stolen by US Government in several countries!

[@chadscombatvet9182]

@@svarogeuropeidentity4355 fuck off gutless puke!

[@tawnnope7196]

@@chadscombatvet9182 I can't believe her disrespect!!! Unbelievable. Thank you Chad for your service. God Bless.

[@angelbeach7422]

Nice to see real men who love their daughters. Not his words but her reaction to seeing him. Thats a beautiful thing!

[@DeathAngelTheSexy]

That cap was covering his eyes, making it hard to recognize someone. She was probably looking at him wondering " 1 in a million chance that is my dad and not some random soldier."

[@brantlunstroth6615]

DeathAngelTheSexy thats exactly what i thought

[@juliadamz6012]

Ur profile pic😂😂

[@robertateel2655]

Sere quo 55gggh6

[@romelpatani884]

DeathAngelTheSexy that is how the patrol cap is worn, parallel to the marching surface.

[@seanlakey8374]

think you & nights her Japanese

[@bkbaka4015]

omg im realy crying. i miss my dad too who is in heaven now

[@emmadow6837]

Oh I am so sorry

[@bkbaka4015]

its ok Emma Dow

[@Ferelmakina]

Vicky Oyoa fucking shit, I'm sorry...

[@emilymartin2328]

Vicky Oyoa I'm so sorry

[@Thatchick_tamia]

Vicky Oyoa oh fuck I'm sorry

[@handeyecoordinationskills]

I cry every time I see this, what a beautiful daughter he has, greetings from ireland 🇮🇪 this would bring tears to a turnip

[@rebeccadivers425]

What a beautiful picture he's in the flag salute with a teardrop in his eye, soon as the anthem is over she continues the hugs,.

[@fomoco1454]

Our girls are special to us daddy's and we to them.

[@PsychobillyVW]

very much agreed, very well put

[@fomoco1454]

Ron Arnold These onions in the room are hell aren't they Ron. .I wish my wife would have cooked something else for dinner. "Did ya see the race last week"!!!

[@KaiserElizabeth]

I didn't bawl I just.....had fire in my eyes. That's what it was.

[@Annie1962]

those dang onions :)

[@kenrobison9528]

Remember everyone deployed. God bless you all. Bring back memories of my father coming home. True love family. Remember everyone deployed. 🇺🇸 God bless you all.

[@ladybug3864]

She looked at him how many times and when they said his name right over her head good thing Dad recognized her

[@nathanlickteig8493]

She look at him 3 times

[@viperdemonz-jenkins]

soldier all wear the same uniform so they look the same, do not blame her for not being certain it was her daddy.

[@ladybug3864]

@@viperdemonz-jenkins not only do I cm from a Military family I married a Military Man and no they dont all look a like the only thing that looks a like is the Uniform not the person

[@sfoeee5746]

My dad's in war right now for a year fighting I'm hoping he'll come back to me

[@giniengelchen]

I hope too,dude !

[@piagrab768]

He will!

[@lpswinterlim4528]

I hope your dad come back safe!♥

[@donnellblakey8273]

hope? HE WILL COME BACK TO YOU!

[@elfwarr1orlol854]

money man456 don't lose faith

[@fatima4Allah]

I could watch these homecoming surprise videos alll day. There are no braver men and women than the American military. May God bless each and everyone of them and keep them safe to come home to their families.

[@hunterlong9752]

idiot. United states is the largest terrorist organization.

[@fatima4Allah]

Hunter Long I wont argue on that. However, you speak of the government. These are military men and women. There is a difference. I am allowed to be Muslim in this country because of these men and women. I have threatend and death wishe upon me every day by Americans...but the military is defending my right to be Muslim.

[@anisabdessalem3236]

***** so no body disturb you over there ??

[@fatima4Allah]

Anis Abd essalem You mean here in America? if so, then I would have to be honest with you and say, I am pretty much terrorized by my own fellow Americans on a daily basis. I hear people wish death upon me ATLEAST once a day. Go through some of my videos sometime and see how my fellow Americans treat me. And Im born and raised here. I love what my country was built on and was meant to stand for. However, Americans seem to be growing horns right in front of me. HOWEVER, just as I love the Syrian mujahadeen, I love our military men and women. They are opposite of Syrian Army. Its possible that the majority do not like Muslims, but their personal oppinion is not what they will lay their life on the line for. They will die in order or me to be Muslim...even if they don't like it. So, I do not like I government, but my respect for our military and their families is very deep.

[@fatima4Allah]

XELROLYAT DABOMB Thank you so much. That is so kind. And I know that it is not ALL. But it is enough to make it difficult to believe in a country you love. But, you gotta soilder on!! And knowing that not everyone is like that makes it a little easier to deal with. And your thoughtfullness is part of that.

[@rachelwebb1957]

She knew her daddy it didn’t matter what was going on she kept turning around like is that my dad ❤

[@mikemantle]

I like how cheerleaders salute.

[@stacysimon8864]

Thank you for your service Sir. I did my time long ago.

[@crazyredneck9534]

who the hell wouldn't like this video.... Thank you for your service....

[@melindawhite2656]

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[@markjacobsen121]

A member of the oligarch? An israeli perhaps?

[@bobapjok4241]

A bunch of NFL players?

[@anormalplaincatfish3426]

Bob Apjok antifa maybe?

[@kathygrimsley9567]

G

[@dkopp5501]

I can't believe that she had that kind of resolve to see her father after that long, and then perform her task. Beautiful

[@kcsnow9447]

Both of them. He raised up a real lady. Who has her head on straight.

[@jamesmasztalerz5930]

The way that he marches onto the field and instantly makes a beeline straight to his daughter, her reaction is genuine shock after not seeing him for seven months, he's a devoted father and a proud member of the US armed forces, I salute you Petty Officer Dale Williams

[@janiebaker9223]

I'm not crying but something is leaking from my eyes. God bless you guys and thank you sir for your service (Written by Scott Baker)

[@melinaross5692]

It doing it to me right now

[@sharatdeep1386]

Same here

[@farklefuster6876]

Yeah dammit mine’s leaking too!! The girl’s face is going to be sore from smiling so hard.

[@frodeskibrek]

Damn onions😔

[@robertbishop5357]

My son is currently serving in the Marines. I'm looking forward to seeing him again. I understand her emotion.

[@ngangtuy1190]

Was excellent surprised.

[@irmaatq4149]

Very heartfelt.

[@ytandigdramaandteaspilled9128]

My brother is too. My sister is in the Navy (she still in boot camp)

[@star._light]

my dad went overseas he went thailand then india i think...he come back 23 setember then he go oversea agian in october and come home november.....im gonna miss him alot.....

[@tammyhall5934]

Gh

[@joyhoward5325]

Bless her heart. Thank you sir & your familys service & sacrifice. Much Respect and Appreciation. 🙏🕊️💪❤️🇺🇸🦅USA🇺🇸

[@jamesbyrd468]

Retired USCG. I remember coming home from deployments. Daughter hugs are the best.

[@hecate3062]

The pride they both have during the anthem. Priceless.

[@darcycarey7529]

It's amazing what war or military can do to a family. Nothing will break the bond of love

[@dennisquealy1803]

The best military father and daughter surprise reunion I’ve ever seen. Very touching! You can tell by his daughters character what a special family they are, and from what they themselves have come from. Thank you Dad for doing what you do.🇺🇸

[@wagnerdaconceicaosilvajard8582]

Epmsskp mpsossspmpm drink ?mpssomlopbop e 😂😂😂😂❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@tadhefflin3408]

She is beautiful and it is a honor to see this for the probably twelfth time cry every time thanx for your service sir

[@FranklinNJ]

That a father in the military stationed far from his family can think of doing this surprise visit during a game before the National Anthem is priceless, he is beyond HERO...

[@pjyian8437]

i miss my true dad he is in heaven now 😢

[@msbrooklynswagg27]

that is sad

[@briannabertrand9844]

Pj Yian😭😭😭😭

[@xprtmemes7022]

Pj Yian rip pj's dad 😭😭😭😭😢😢😢😭😭😢

[@dakotapresser1198]

Pj Yian that's sad 😭 my uncle died

[@jeremyrockford4120]

Pj Yian sorry for your lost

[@mikebegay3824]

Don't know how many times I watch this, still puts me in tears. Thanks Dad and Daughter.

[@juliussinischo8141]

He sure did, God Bless all our men and women serving, And for those who fell, May they rest in peace. Thank you all for your service and dedication to your country

[@Mustafa.s.a]

god will bless you in hell for killing 1 million peoples in Iraq!

[@avocadosandalmonds991]

This shows how much a daughter needs her, dad and a dad needs to be there for his daughter, wife, family. Blessings to all military families and thank you. God bless.

[@brycekline982]

They were divorced. Mom's here was a warning for Dad. Very proud father and daughter

[@alevel3mage380]

Damn, that salute earned my respect, not that he didn't already haven't being a man who serves the country but that salute was beautiful

[@beeinthebodytorahclass2002]

Wish i could have had a father like this one. Fortunately i do have this love in God my Father, who is also a war Hero...the Hero of all heroes!! Thank you for sharing this very touching and beautiful video and thank you for your sacrifice to our country!! God bless you always ❤

[@boblesser1305]

A daddy-daughter connection like no other. Thank you for sharing this beautiful moment in time. God bless you both.

[@alexisharris7334]

Am I the only one who got teary when I saw the tear of the father?

[@bigwavedave_63bigwavedave_96]

Nothing. Absolutely nothing is better for an active duty member or a veteran to receive this kind of true love. Thank you All. ...Proud Veteran . U.S. Army .

[@cassidypessini8172]

bigwavedave_63 bigwavedave_63 my grandfather passed away but i know he did his best

[@eddiejohnson3458]

well this shows me this man was taught right and it shows in his daughter and just want too say thank you for you service and raising such a young lady hope your joy last forever i know how proud you are of your child i have two beautiful ladies as well now my oldest has her own family and ive been blessed with 6 grand babies my youngest is only 22

[@guybrooks3480]

Damn it , who's chopping onions !? THANK YOU , AND YOUR FAMILY , FOR YOUR SERVICE 👍👍🏽👍🏼🤙

[@mahumar1781]

How much happiness in her face, really heartwarming. Happy to see this.

[@karolgarcia9919]

Hello dad

[@arnoldsanders6878]

Its been 4 yrs, and I still cry.

[@capncrunch9053]

Nothing hurts our hearts more than having our parent gone for an extended period.. it's painful.. and nothing warms our heart more than that hug after months of a parent being deployed. They call us brats, and yeah, maybe we are, but we earned it.

[@havyolve9956]

Spent about 19 yrs without knowing my dad and my mum was also away. It was the hardest tym I have been thru . Even wen I finally met them , they felt like strangers and they still feel the same. I envy everyone who has had their parents in their life even if just one.

[@RSTAR2009]

I'am prior Navy too and this has me crying ( I just learned my buddy will be coming from from Marine Corps basic training ).

[@emilyherron940]

congrats and thank you for your service

[@JDMChase]

+Bambam Bullies stfu

[@devilghostface8798]

Thank you for your service Have a safe and happy 4th

[@andyashton4268]

thank you for your service sir

[@gailtruman260]

I love this I miss when my dad did this rip love u dad

[@sheriseb5291]

RIP 😓🙏🏽❤️

[@donnanikjou680]

I'm so sorry about your loss may he rest in peace 🙏🏼

[@tpzemrld]

I'm so sorry for your loss. is this you and your father. May God give you everlasting peace

[@braxtt0nn]

RIP Thank you for serving our country and taking a rusk for you and your loved ones we appreciate all the hard work you did and I hope you are doing good in army heaven👼🏿👼🏼🙏🏻🙏🏼🙏🏽🙏🏾🙏🏿

[@livachang288]

I know what you mean, my dad used to do this to me, but unfortunately he died. I miss this, and am always hoping that it was some sort of joke and that he will come out of his hiding place and hug me, but life just isn't fair like that. RIP

[@Trichromium]

God bless America, her protectors and their families.

[@alexanderbemar2637]

I can see how close, important, and how much she misses her father, daddy's girl. God bless them!

[@mariomartinez7683]

God bless this soldier and his family ❤️🙏

[@macid5599]

he is a sailor not a soldier...but yeah bless him and his family

[@chewy1215]

Navy Diver!!!! You have done your country proud!!!! Thank you for your service!!!!

[@shawnmartinez7393]

As a father of 5 girls wow...I'm in for some years of tears...joyful ones that is...God bless dad's like this...it takes a male to make a child but a father and dad to be a real man and raise one.

[@johnalombardi2951]

Petty Officer Williams, thank you for your service to our Navy, Sir. You are a great American, with a wonderful daughter. You exemplify all the military virtues. Non Sibi Sed Patriae : Not self, but Country. ( Unofficial U. S. Navy Motto). Godspeed! NO SURRENDER, U.S.A. ! 🇺🇸

[@brianpair2934]

My dad retired from the service and I can say from experience that from that distance and when he was in uniform it is very hard to recognize who they are. I noticed she looked and when she turned back around she had that puzzled look. Either way it made her night and his as well. I never ever get tired of seeing videos like this. Thank you Sir for your service to our country and thank you to your family as well. God Bless

[@mseil1173]

this is 100% cryable when your struggling with life.

[@Ferelmakina]

Cripton Girl I wish you good luck, don't give up

[@mseil1173]

ThankQ ;o;

[@bigzy8247]

LonelyAce Ikr

[@johnsonmanamohan4437]

How he controlled his feelings when he was saluting for that song..great soldier

[@davegauvin7234]

As a Navy Veteran, Thank You SIR for Serving OUR COUNTRY!!! I am in years right now watching this.

[@Journeyman-Fixit]

God bless those who sacrifice so much....

[@jarret340]

Mc Lovin Go away. Please. Shoo. Nobody likes your kind.

[@jessyjuarez3050]

Mc Lovin im christian and i understand that u do not like killing in war i want peace but not alot of ppl dont know what peace is and come to harm us the. The ppl who come and protect us from those ppl ar risking thier lives FOR YOU so im sorry but F*** YOU

[@mackenziesnyder7935]

Mc Lovin …Where's your heart? What the hell is wrong with you! He is PROTECTING us! He is part of the reason we are still alive and safe, and you have the nerve to comment on this. Only a heartless troll would say that.

[@Journeyman-Fixit]

***** You are "The Real American Woman", great looking, incredibly intelligent and highly respected by Guys like me! :)

[@tobse3001]

Jessy Juarez ***** Because you and so many other americans really believe that crap, we (Europe) dont like your guts. The Wars (and your blind support!) are just putting a big fat "pls nuke my ass"-sign on your oh so loved country.

[@reaped_winnower9826]

I'm not crying someone's just cutting onions in my face yeah that it

[@thanhliennguyen5117]

INsanITy_GamEs chua xm Xai

[@deborahturner8227]

INsanITy_GamEslp

[@du123de]

INsanITy_GamEs same here.😂😂😂

[@kingjames3570]

INsanITy_GamEs same here

[@franklast7955]

BIG bag of onions

[@chrisjohnson1049]

Of all these types of surprise videos, it’s the best one. A combination of shock, daughter/father love, and genuine respect for the flag and devotion to country demonstrated by both of them made this extremely moving. Godspeed to this family!

[@markcowick]

God, Family, Love,Respect... It's AMERICA, it don't get no better than this

[@gizanime782]

This girl looked back 20x i find it hard to believe she didnt see him before he was up to her

[@strawberrycough8911]

Sammy Bahkur people in the military look a lot a lot alike and the girl probably couldn't tell if it was him or. Ot

[@strawberrycough8911]

Not*

[@Tati843]

she explains at the end

[@demetriusbarriga5936]

Bex Keene Aye there's no reason to be rude he/she was just stating a comment in general, he or she wasn't being mean about it. So chill your panties pal!

[@thatonedudeiam6635]

Bex Keene Well Well Well..................Someone gets off on being a fu*kboy.

[@kathyleal9312]

Watching this on Memorial Day 2019! I have watched this many times and every time it brings tears to my eyes! I'm a daddies girl to the core even at 44yrs old! My daddy has passed away but his legacy lives on through me and my boys!

[@pauldivers6117]

Watching him cry..gets to me. All of us men are not made of stone. We live we serve we laugh we love we cry.....thank you for you service sir..

[@philipme109]

A memory a father and daughter will treasure for decades to come!!

[@andrewpaddison2565]

Thank God there's still love left in this world. With people like this father and daughter.

[@Chloweenie]

QUIT CUTTING THE FUCKING ONIONS.

[@iago68]

i have never seen onions DO that. but hey, diff'rent strokes!!

[@kellypassalaqua3427]

THESE ARE OUR SUPERSTARS!! I loved how they maintained posure, she stopped crying, they stopped hugging, and then AT EASE and they went back to their hugging and crying! Love it!

[@ollyalme]

You can tell she comes from a good home. Decent human beings, both of them.

[@brookeblue1966]

Omg my dad was a marine and when he came home I was only a year old and watching this just makes me think of my dad and me because I'm a cheerleader and this just made me cry so much. I gives huge thanks to all the verterans that served for us. Thanks! 😃😀😃😀

[@inkedup8779]

Was a Marine? Your father will always be a Marine :D.

[@brookeblue1966]

Ahaha thnxs

[@HarryCHuff]

That was a father and daughters best. I salute you Sir 🇺🇸, may God Bless you and take care of All our Military and families around the Globe. 🙏🇺🇸

[@rollier2090]

I'm ex military and had to put the video on pause to wipe the tears from my eyes. Something like this really gets to me. Thank a Vet and make him/her feel good today.

[@shawnpowell5876]

What an ABSOLUTELY AMAZING video and this made me cry for them seeing how they've missed one another! This man is a 1st Class Veteran who Respects the Flag as well as this COUNTRY! Cheers from Delmar, Delaware and thank you for your PRICELESS service to our country!

[@DonBroyles73]

So much credit has been given to the soldiers who serve this country.This was a display of true respect for our flag and national anthem.Both father and daughter showed amazing poise and restraint considering they hadn't seen each other in 7 months.Great job dad,and thank you for your service.

[@Trysmiling]

I love how she saw him and still maintained her composure and formation. Discipline is everything in a military family. I'm really proud of her. I don't think I could have done it.

[@hydrated9291]

She didnt know it was him

[@Trysmiling]

hydrated She recognized him almost immediately at the 1;24 mark to be exact. He is smiling at her, look at her face. She thought it was him but probably couldn't believe it until they announced his name. You know your daddy when you see him but when he is supposed to be across the globe it takes a minute for your mind to believe it. I agree that she didn't dare believe it until he walked up to her. Our minds have a hard time processing something it "knows" can't be true. .My son did this to me in the middle of a restaurant and it took me a more than a minute to realize that the man in fatigues standing behind my other son, his twin brother, was my son that I had just spoken to 30 minutes earlier while he was sitting on his bunk in Afghanistan. Trust me, I was not as composed as this young lady. In fact, I think I may have injured a server or two once I realized it was him.It took me quite awhile to recompose myself, unlike this young lady. She gave herself the time to hug him and cry when he came to her but then they both stood completely composed during the playing of the National Anthem. Much more than I could have done as an adult. She deserves some credit.

[@Trysmiling]

reealitychick Yes...when my son did this to me. That's pretty much what I just said. What am I supposed to be "getting?" I am applauding this young lady.Why are some of your word lined through? It's done that to me before but I don't know why.

[@reealitychick]

GiGi sorry-- i misunderstood-- thought you did not relize the way shocking the mind -- can go,,lol-- and yes the lines????? i dont get it either.. lol-- but I can read bewtween the lines thank you gigi..--also I did not read the rest of your post-- again sorry-- and i luved your story as well...

[@Trysmiling]

reealitychick Thanks. Yeah, there are lines on your post again. Very weird. Have a great rest of the week and weekend.

[@barbaraheinze9406]

This made me cry like a baby as many kids loose their lives during wars . I have a lot of respect for the military personnel . So happy for you both.

[@michaelrobinson9643]

I live in Australia, Served 18 years. This moved me to tears. We who Serve don't revere war, but I think our Nations should revere those who Serve. I am often astounded by the commitment many American's make to recognise, thank and show gratitude to those who Serve. It's simply no longer a part of our culture here and I don't think ever was to the extent it is in the US.

[@haroldwaig2242]

Petty Officer Dale Williams And Family: Thank You Very Much For Your Service To America And Americans..GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[@glendahawkins9480]

Daddy and daughter! How beautiful!

[@davidsewell1236]

The people who have this a thumbs down shóuld find them another country and move there.

[@alexrodgers9247]

No, they should just have their thumbs broken. Those thumb down folk have no soul!

[@SpeckleKen]

Absolutely. The Constitution guarantees your right to your own opinion, so if your opinion is different from mine you have to leave.

[@davidsewell1236]

@@SpeckleKen It has nothing to do with a difference in opinion, it all about honoring and respecting those we serve in our military. Different opinions can be healthy for our country but disrespecting those we serve is not acceptable.

[@davidsewell1236]

Who serve not we serve.

[@SpeckleKen]

@@davidsewell1236 So, to be clear, you think that having to leave the country because you have a different opinion is *_not_* about having a difference of opinion? Right. P.S. How are you going to demonstrate that the people who gave a thumbs down disrespected "those we serve in our military," and you do know, don't you, that unless you are writing from Mali or Sudan the military is there to serve the people, not the other way around!

[@EricLYT]

the look on her face is priceless. she loves her dad so much and her dad loves her so much. a parent should always be there for his or her child no matter what. this girl has a very bright future ahead of her i see it 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣% go chase your dreams girl work hard and never give up.

[@rickyhuff1407]

Such a touching moment,for dad and daughter....i watched my first daughter graduate high school today,so im just an emotional mess.....there is nothing like a fathers love for his daughter

[@soapmactavish501]

4:34 they both are crying look closely at his eye that's a tear thank you for your service

[@salmataj9311]

And Iam too😥

[@zygmuntszymanski4930]

Tank you for kiliing service!

[@soapmactavish501]

@@zygmuntszymanski4930 ?

[@gentrystinnetti8277]

I’m so glad this father came to see his daughter. Thank you for your service and God Bless you and your family

[@tinabrain4646]

I don't know how many times I've seen this it still brings tears to my eyes.her composed and the tears in his eyes.thats special between him and his daughter.

[@xGhouI]

Even the strongest soldier is reduced to a little boy again seeing his daughter for the first time in ages

[@freethinker8204]

I love seeing our troops come home to there family's . Thank you for your service

[@sambowen5219]

Beautiful... Not A Dry Eye Here!!! God Bless AMERICA and Thank You For Your Service...

[@faridasamawi1084]

She did not believe what she saw but because she was in the task of cheer leader so she could not bear that distrust and she was longing for her father, surely he wanted to run to hug her father .... I cried watching him hopefully blessing a happy family...good job ...good video ...i like it