Airman cries after WHOLE family taps him out at graduation 😭 | Militarykind

"I wanted to tap him out. He wanted to tap him out. The little one wanted to tap him out. So it made sense to do it together."
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[@xxEpicxGunnerxx]

I remember being told “as soon as you get tapped, go and tap another airman.” Most of my flight didn’t have family that could make it, so I tapped out many of the guys in my flight.

[@Katharina-yi1ef]

I think, that's a beautiful thing you did.

[@Mplsmusicgirl]

Epic Gunner ❤️

[@thewindgamer2607]

Epic Gunner sorry, what does being tapped out mean?

[@xxEpicxGunnerxx]

@@thewindgamer2607 at airforce bmt graduation, when the ceremony concludes, all graduating airman are called to attention and left at the position of attention until their families come up to them and tap them with their hands.

[@emmypanix]

@@xxEpicxGunnerxx What for? And what if they don't get tapped?

[@keyarawatson3254]

I’m crying for those who didn’t have anyone there to tap them out 😭😭😭

[@brianscott7362]

Keyara Watson I couldn’t imagine the pain the hurt the embarrassment from being the one whose family didn’t show up to the biggest proudest moment in the young lady or young mans life

[@brianscott7362]

Keyara Watson you ain’t the only one to cry bro

[@aizy24]

Brian Scott i mean there’s going to be families that don’t support the military so i’m sure some families didn’t show up

[@adamxcix1620]

Facts

[@adriannadehoyos2684]

I didn't have anyone tapping me out. My family's flight got delayed and they couldn't come until the next day. The worst part was thinking they were there and then the moment never came. I still didn't have a phone because as I'm sure some of you know there's two ceremonies two separate days. So I had to get with another family and borrow their family member's cell phone. The worst part was I thought I was going to be seeing my kids and then to have the hope shot down that day. But I got to see them the next day and it was all ok. 😭

[@danieltit5464]

Idk why I cried when I thought "what if someone doesnt get tapped out?"

[@KeahiiRose]

Honestly, me too. That's so sad. But I'm sure a buddy can tap you out.

[@haileyspear9503]

Honestly thought the same. 😭

[@matthewgarren9488]

What is this “tap out”

[@banaboobana]

If they don't get tapped out, your wingman can tap you out and if no one does you just walk away after a few minutes.

[@lifestokens7469]

@@matthewgarren9488 I believe they stay in attention until a loved one comes and "taps them out"

[@joshuaeli8373]

Imagine your family doesn’t show up to tap you out😭😭

[@vortexa9856]

Other ppl can tap you put. My family tapped out my brothers battle because he didn't have anyone.

[@caitlynboylan5456]

It’s sad to see but my brothers friend actually got his entire unit to tap him out since his parents where both gone and no one else came for him.

[@pipwebb4312]

We might not be there to tap you out but millions of us thankyou xxxxxxx

[@KJ-je9pm]

@@caitlynboylan5456 Thats sad but props to the guy

[@caitlynboylan5456]

K J yeah, his drill instructors where the ones who set it up before the day ever came. They knew he wouldn’t have anyone so,” Once a marine you are a part of the family and always will be a marine.” That’s what my brother told him that day and it’s stuck with me.

[@braybray4665]

2:29 The other guy tapping his friend out 😊

[@seriyothematch]

Brotherly hood

[@PootyTangGaming]

Wow so observant men acting like woman

[@Trve_Kvlt]

@@PootyTangGaming What.

[@Gabriel-yd4bq]

@@PootyTangGaming how so? the other might not have a family, so another guy tapped him out. An act of brotherlyhood from my point of view.

[@evanshively1294]

A lot of my brothers in my flight didn’t have family that could come see them. One had joined the Air Force to become a citizen, his family was thousands of miles away. So, a few of us and our family members tapped them out and we all went to eat together.

[@yasmindiaz6334]

I would run around tapping everyone out 😩😭😭

[@countrycruiser4176]

Then we wouldn't have a military

[@katrinascott444]

😭😭

[@Hell.0itsMe]

Mr BATMANLONG lol what

[@hoesluvlyssa]

Same

[@slomofome14]

But what about all the family surprises you’d ruin lol

[@marlkalone7361]

Before I looked up what tapping out meant, I thought they each like put him in a headlock until he tapped out. 😂

[@SehxyBeasts]

Marl Kalone, 🤣🤣I’m crying. That was funny 🤣🤣🤣

[@christophercastillo3796]

Same!!😂

[@robertshepherd8543]

I never heard that expression. And google isn't helpful. Is it current military jargon? I have no idea what it means.

[@pandoratonks4429]

What does it mean?

[@nedriley6991]

Pandora Tonks idk

[@ElBorichamo]

Head on dads shoulders, chest there for his mom and his hand on his little brother. Beautiful

[@dorendastackhouse894]

🇺🇸🇺🇸💕💕🙏🙏 signed 26 year retired USAF Veteran and I was a Drill Sgt for 4 years back in the day 😋😂

[@mdshoiebulhaque5599]

What a strong family bond they have!!! All credit must goes to mom and dad because they taught love, affection, responsibility and over all a perfect family bonding.

[@cherokeejohnson1682]

Thank you and your family for your service to our Country. His Dad made me tear up. He was just so proud of his Son. His whole family was, but his Dad crying just said it all. "I have raised a Man" thank you again.

[@johnreagan2419]

It makes me cry to think that my brother had no one there to tap him. He never, ever mentioned it. He’s gone now so there’s nothing to do now but have regrets. Hug someone you love.

[@havocc_1777]

What do you mean gone? Went on service or something?

[@kaylaaabandzzz5663]

@@havocc_1777 pretty sure they mean he passed away.

[@mollygreenwalt9345]

No one knows how much this means to someone until you are the one getting tapped out. I loved this bc I could relate to it

[@tedmccarron]

I wonder what happens to those who have to stand there because no family or loved one showed up.

[@missmeliss9560]

tedmccarron gosh now I have to think of that...

[@missmeliss9560]

Molly Couch thank you for your service!

[@jaiilsmith5271]

Another airman in the flight will tap them out and they will go with their family for that day, we don't leave anyone behind

[@lukelautard8112]

Jaiil Smith I was wondering about that also, thank you 🙏

[@ruthwhite199]

What a beautiful family moment 🥰 praying for your family 🙏

[@thompsonsmith7798]

Hello Ruth How are you doing today?

[@aaronvarela9469]

2:56 yo, Is that Steve "the hair" Harrington?!

[@michellejnickel]

I ugly cried the whole video.....this.....this made me laugh

[@jasminevalencia9106]

Aaron Varela This made my day 😂💀💀

[@matthewmayorga7156]

MOM!?!?!

[@DarthChiropractus]

You stop it right now! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@johnpeneza1282]

MinnejLove love i

[@uboii]

I wonder if emotions have ever hit someone that wasn’t tapped out from watching others being tapped out by their loved ones.

[@mariahpate3993]

Oh most definitely.

[@Akyure]

Try not even having a family 😁

[@SergeantSleepy]

When my coin day happened, my family couldn't find my flight, so i got tapped out by my bud and i was pretty bummed not seeing my mom and little brother. 5 mins later they came running around a corner to see me.

[@nunyabiznez6381]

At my cousin's tapping out ceremony there was a little girl who came to tap out her uncle. She was around 7. Her family had explained ahead of time what it meant and how important it was. After a while she noticed several graduates who hadn't been tapped out by anyone and asked why. Her family then explained that they didn't have anyone to tap them out. So she ran around tapping out every last one of them.

[@andrewsawler777]

Sweet family. Hard to believe mom is old enough to have a grown son!

[@Justinwiggler1]

I'm betting it's a stepmom. 12 years difference in age between boys and the mom looking that young. My brother and I were the same way. She was my stepmom.

[@bettyk8105]

The love is just too powerful! I'm choking here! Godspeed to you all.

[@thompsonsmith7798]

Hello Betty How are you doing today?

[@kamishasimpson9430]

That’s awesome! My daughter tapped her brother out. I wasn’t fast enough. Lol That was a one of a kind graduation. Thank you for your service! From a very proud now Space Force Mom❤

[@thompsonsmith7798]

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

[@bloodlegion4874]

88 people that don’t like this are heartless. Thank you sir for your service ❤️🇺🇸

[@terryjp3050]

Thanks to all the families of those that serve, they need you. As we need them. U.S. Army class of "68"

[@notjenny2638]

thank you!!

[@riskrunner42]

Well said Terry JP! Thank you for your service 🙌

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

GOD BLESS YOU! Thank you. Peace, Lynne

[@terryandrews7271]

Can't hardly leave a message still got tears in my eyes, Thanks for your service young man God-bless you and your whole family🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@lennyrichardson3452]

Brings back tears to my eyes . 1978 I was tapped out by my father who served 2 years in the Marines and 30 more in the Air Force. Retired chief master Sargent. Best times of my life growing up and serving in the Air Force.

[@caseyhooper278]

The way he fell into them right after🥺♥️

[@carringtonlefayette8644]

This is what Victory looks like. Beyond fabulous. Bless this Family.

[@TM-pf1hs]

The entire family tapped him out. What a beautiful sentiment.

[@jordanconner393]

From experience this is one of the best feelings in the world

[@lauralynn3450]

What does tapping out mean?

[@narutoshortsandsportsshort9088]

Laura Lynn yeah?!

[@anthemfortheforgotten1360]

Laura Lynn when you tap on your kid/they can’t break formation unless you tap/hug them

[@havocc_1777]

Did you tapped one of your buddies who didn't get a tap too? Coz i feel sorry for the not seeing their families.

[@whimsicalproductions]

What a beautiful and wholesome family! Such great people! God Bless Them! 🙏🏻✝️

[@tomsmith1262]

Had the privilege of tapping my son out last November.....very emotional and pride filled moment...thank you to all service men, women, and their families...

[@aryanpatel2576]

I remember when I was tapped out, my dad came and hugged me and picked me, it was probably one of the greatest moments of my life, it made all of the 8 and a half weeks of shit worth it just for that moment to see how proud your family is of you

[@rick7740]

I got to experience this moment almost 7 years ago and like many others have said, you just don’t truly understand it unless you are the one being tapped out. It still hits me to see this because I know exactly what he’s going through as well as his family. It’s a brief, but very emotional moment. To his mom, dad and awesome little brother, we will take good care of him in the USAF as his “new” family. You will be very proud of the man he will grow into. God bless you!

[@temp7346]

A moment of silence to all marines who haven’t came back R.I.P❤️

[@Randomguy-iw9cn]

This is Air Force not marines but yeah rip

[@dadocta8355]

This is Air Force, but yeah, R.I.P.

[@patriciadavis2506]

temp, Amen!

[@GSutton]

The giant smirk he was trying to suppress when they walked up and he knew he was seconds away from the hug he's been waiting eight weeks for... 😭

[@royhi1809]

Good kids come from good families. Great kids come from Great families. Thank you for your service. God Bless America!

[@randomuser5914]

He reverted right back to being a kid hugging his parents. Such a sweet moment. I think no matter what age, when vulnerable, we all get like that.

[@happyharper5494]

This is beautiful, but I didn’t see my brother for almost 2 yrs, cause it was in the 80’s when he went in, however, we didn’t like each other this much either lol - I was 13 and he was 18.. he hated me. But we love each other so much now . Still have all the hand written letters from him and my older brother who also served ❤️❤️.

[@latonyasoloman5700]

That was sweet a hot mess but in such a loving way believe I no LOL

[@matthewmartinez140]

Haha thats funny...is youre whole family in the Air Force..?my son graduated today im here trying to see it live...

[@dewilliams3221]

Hate is a strong word LOL

[@idkwhypickinganameishard]

aww

[@sabrinanewberry8770]

In tears! In 2 days we will be tapping out our daughter. I'm so excited and emotional right now.

[@pamrogers6195]

What a beautiful video. It's obvious how proud you are of him. It made me cry.

[@thompsonsmith7798]

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

[@cookiecuteasapuppy1008]

I’m not crying 😢... you’re crying 🤧🤧🤧🤧.. this is so sweet!

[@drewdown826]

It was only basic training. Dont worry

[@sidneyshaw2]

Honeslty, no one should be concerned about how many times I've watched this. And don't worry about if I cried each time. Mind your business. 😭 lol #sweetestthing

[@2c2b4]

Sidney Shaw I don't think anyone was. Lol. Funny. I wouldn't have known if you didn't say.

[@brianscott7362]

Sidney Shaw this is by far the funniest comment I have seen on any KZbin video I have watched you made me damn near piss myself when I read that

[@sidneyshaw2]

@@brianscott7362 lol I was in real tears 😆

[@chef9524]

No one asked. You just kinda said it...

[@Akyure]

@Lynette Scribner So sad. Look. I almost shed a tear 😢 want me to play a sad song on the world's smallest violin?

[@Robocoppat]

It's rare for 2 brothers, with a 12 year age Gap, to be so close like that. AWESOME video. Caden is my new hero. Thank You Dylan for my, and my family's FREEDOM.

[@janetteivette]

This was me with my husband 1 month and 16 days ago. A wave of emotion just overcame me... It’s like the world stopped and it was just us two. Such a special moment. I will never forget it. ❤️

[@mcoleman6893]

This is the sweetest story, and they are proof that mail call matters on both ends. Congratulations Dylan!

[@missmeliss9560]

God bless this whole family! ❤️ I instantly cried! Thank you to every military men and women and all their families! You are great! ❤️

[@missmeliss9560]

itscolin81 My freedom, their hard work and dedication, they fight for you and I to live somewhat peacefully in our homes, I’m thankful to the families who are not able to see their loved ones for months or a years time, I’m thankful for every single man and woman who fight for us. If it wasn’t for them or their families, we wouldn’t have what we have now. How can you not be thankful for that?!

[@robertmerideth7878]

Why would ANYONE give this video a thumbs down? What is WRONG with people? The LOVE of FAMILY is what it's about people! They're so BLESSED to have one another and the blessing of true LOVE.

[@daleschultz2640]

A welcome the Airman will not soon forget. "Thank You" sir, for serving our country. 😊👍❤

[@karal.6713]

So just learned what a tap out is.

[@andersoni.7472]

Kara Lands what is it because I’m still confused 😂

[@kate_rina52]

Life Is Awful it’s basically how the soldiers get released from basic training. They have to stay there until a family member or a friend taps them

[@greywolf0167]

Tap out...its so touching...every time i hold my two (men) son's in my arms, i feel the love, respect and feel fortunate...i saw this in this family...and they should embrace it as they did....so nice to see.

[@xnavyro]

I can guarantee that this new airman was the happiest & proudest he’s ever been in his life!

[@flowerchild5133]

I remember being there when my husband graduated in 1971 w our son. He did 22yrs an made it back home from all his assignments . Thanks to his buddy's and God. ❤️🇺🇲❤️

[@oopsydaisy2251]

That was beautiful especially the interaction between father and son.

[@dancingfirefly7761]

I thought that, too.

[@slrkls]

Thank you, young man, for your service. Thank you, mom dad and little bro, for being such a close and supportive family for this man. I appreciate all four of you 🇺🇸

[@travisgrant5608]

WOW! What a family! And the love of the little brother ... stunning.

[@Elchino5.7]

The mom is so young! !!💗

[@mscandlex]

when the teddy bear said "hey buddy, I love you"... I felt that

[@glendahawkins3227]

The love of family. That young soldier is a hero to his loving family. 🇺🇸❤💙🇺🇸

[@foozayfooz9503]

Airman *

[@tcdolll]

Every story like this and coming home videos heartwarming and amazing. But having to wait 3 months for your loved one/significant other is harder. I wish my wait would’ve been 8 weeks. But no matter the wait, thankful for every person that has endured whichever boot camp to serve our country.

[@cinnarenaroll1292]

I felt sad thinking about those who don't have anyone to tap them out, but some people pointed out that other airmen or families will tap them out and just that image puts my heart at ease

[@gshockley100]

Omg! I was already crying at the title of the vid alone. Seeing you all embrace him and cry together as a family just broke me. 😭

[@deborahtawadros567]

I remember when my son,Gabriel, graduated basic I was so proud. He actually was starting to get depressed because it took us awhile to get to him so he thought we didn't come. We live in Florida but he was in Texas(I think) for basic. He is still in the Air-force as a reserve I think he is a lvl above Airman. He is graduating university in December but has decided to stay in and possibly move up to a full time position at Lockheed here in Orlando. I know you are proud of your son too.

[@thompsonsmith7798]

Hello Deborah How are you doing today?

[@rncine]

Thank you for your son’s service in keeping our beautiful country safe. You have a right to be so proud of him 👍🇺🇸

[@znycelondon5313]

Love.....shows in EVERY member of this young mans family.❤️ Military spouse (26 years)...........that I was.......pride......strength........support! The family tap out.......priceless❤️❤️❤️

[@CAPoole]

What a lovely family! God has mightily blessed them.

[@SehxyBeasts]

People who dislike videos like these; may you never lose someone during deployment or anything military related. 💖

[@highlyfavored4595]

THANK YOU YOUNG MAN FOR YOUR BRAVERY AND SERVICE

[@JoseFlores-uw2tz]

What a wonderful family. They are so lucky and so blessed to have each other. May God protect them and keep them away from danger.

[@mrsvlc8836]

Real families do exist!!😍

[@musicmangm7572]

The true definition of family.

[@js44cana]

Why do these sweet men not cry, they deserve to express their emotions

[@charlibaltimore7641]

THIS is Family. Congratulations Airman, welcome home! God bless America and God bless Family!

[@xbow3335]

Who are they tapping out? I don’t see anyone

[@lilliebugzz8223]

I don’t know if I should laugh or cringe at this joke

[@xbow3335]

𝕆𝕜 𝔹𝕠𝕠𝕞𝕖𝕣 laugh

[@lordchewwy]

Xbow 33 lol, okay boomer has got to be the worst attempt at an insult ever, it’s pathetic.

[@xbow3335]

Alex Ellis I know right

[@bunsy9299]

Alex Ellis no one knows what boomer means so they really ruined it

[@judyeason299]

Beautiful. So beautiful. I'm crying with you.

[@rolcox1816]

That group hug brought me to tears. 👏😭

[@patrickgarrison7640]

This is America right here folks. God Bless you guys and thank you for your service

[@katyenewlife297]

Precious!! Love that family love!! Thank you to Dylan and his family for their service to this country!! Thank you will never be enough, but know that my family appreciates all that your family has given and will give to keep this country safe!! May the Lord keep you all safe from danger foreign and domestic.

[@babyguns5628]

My wifes cousin served he was tapped he had a really close friend that wasn't tapped he had no one so the cousin which graduated too tapped him and since then they've acted like brothers

[@AnimalLover-kw6jk]

You seem like the correct person to ask - What does tapping out mean for military?

[@brianshissler3263]

Good job family. This man clearly has an excellent support system.

[@celia6564]

Made me cry to see the Father holding his grown soldier son and the soldier needing his father's strength and love....

[@ToastedMarshmello]

*me looking at the thumbnail with my slow mind* My mind: “Wait why are they gray?”

[@nanuq83]

My brain worked slowly too, it's ok. lol

[@jaddenmp]

I hope everybody’s family came to see their important step into their future.

[@jeffreybroge9002]

So heartwarming--I don't think this should take place any other way !!

[@helenmantis302]

Hello 👋 Jeffrey how are you doing today?

[@mariahpate3993]

Letters are super crucial during training. I remember getting letters and just being so happy and those letters gave me a reason to push and keep fighting and to not give up. They give you the sense to keep fighting and to keep going no matter the situation. I remember going on my first ruck it was 5 miles and it was so hot and I was hurting so bad and I just wanted to quit. But instead I pulled out a prayer my mother wrote me I read it and I told myself alright you got this keep going. I was FIRST female back to the company out of 160 people I was the first female. I did it all for my family. So yes if you have family in training please please PLEASE write them letters to encourage them.

[@thompsonsmith7798]

Hello Maria How are you doing today?

[@katavia4131]

when my brother graduated marine boot camp nobody told us about the 'tap out' thing or maybe we missed it but when i ran up to my brother he of course didnt move so i was lik 'oh my god what have they done with him' it was scary but i hugged him and he began laughing 😂🤣it was a great moment

[@AB-vj8rr]

Because there's no such thing in boot camp. Marines have to much discipline to break formation without the command

[@2110devildog]

I’m not sure what kind of bullshit this tap out thing is but in Marine bootcamp, your DI is the one to release you when it’s over.

[@moviediva]

Thank you all, such a sweet story

[@TGRAM7]

There’s a lot of love in that little family. Such a beautiful moment, thank you for sharing ✌🏾❤️

[@deborahlpayton1775]

Got me crying too. Thanks for serving our country.🙏❤

[@samtheking14]

I know that feeling.. April 26th was my graduation date. I can still remember being in the first element and making the left face to face the crowd and seeing my dad out in the stands smiling at me was the greatest thing ever. It’s really emotional and you get choked up in that moment till the point you are trying to hold back your tears.

[@yourmom4674]

Honestly I would stand right in front of the person I’m tapping out for like 5 min 😂😂

[@bradywilliamson1459]

A kid in my flight had his brother, who was already in, tap him out and he stood in front of him for a little before tapping him out.

[@timeforthinkers7418]

How sweet was That! Very moving to see a family so close.

[@smartthinkerg8129]

Proud to have Americans like him .

[@777Chargerfan]

Our son will graduate AirForce , BMT on July 12th . We are so excited to tap him out!

[@pep590]

Glad you are going. I graduated in 1976 and only the families that lived close by or in Texas went. Probably cause most dads back then were pretty hardened by the military as most dad's were veterans and didn't see any reason to make the trip. Plus I believe that most families are closer today and have been for a while.

[@RVSD1984]

Aww that was sweet. I’m sitting here folding my kids clothes, husbands army I never got to see him graduate. But I love watching others able to watch there love one do so. Congratulations to his graduation and thank you for your service.

[@jamesschwartz2503]

I have been in the army for 27 years. And my biggest accomplishment was being able to tap out my daughter they say she graduated from Air Force basic training. I just got back from a deployment to Poland and made it back in time to be there for her graduation. When families are able to to do that for their airman. It is a great thing. It means a lot to them and shows them how proud you are of what they have done!

[@helenmantis302]

Hello James how are you doing today?

[@mikamac724]

I can't, I cry every single time!!!

[@Jac-jy2ru]

I started crying at the build-a-bear part

[@MIDLANDER31]

Dang it... I need goggles when I'm cutting onions for the stew for supper.

[@jocelynmoore9432]

My family did this for my nephew two years ago...a special moment, indeed!!

[@masuganut2082]

I didn’t know of this “tap out “ thing. I would be an emotional mess if I were there. Thank you all for your sacrifice 💛

[@jordannxx6623]

I cry for other people my gosh, when my parents tap me out I won’t stop crying until I get to tech school 🤣

[@abcragabc6466]

Beautiful, absolutely beautiful!

[@franjones7953]

God bless you and your beautiful family thank you for serving our country and other countries please stay safe God bless you