Totally concurs. I served as co funny, F co second battalion, 7 th Marines, 1st MarDiv from 1983 . Then as First Sergeant, HAs co 7 th Marine Regt. In my time under the command of this colonel.....best commander a Marine could find. He was a leader of example. He loved his Marines. He was direct, trustworthy in judgement, and a man I'd follow into hell. Respect him, love him. Semper Fi colonel. God speed blessing to you. Gunnery Sergeant P T Goodman, USMC.
@davidkemp86892 жыл бұрын
I know I’m late to the party with my comment, but I was fortunate enough to have served under Col. Vargas when he was Regimental Commanding Officer Of the 7th Marines in the early 80’s. Let me say that the quietness and humility you see in his demeanor is how he carried himself then, but you knew damn well that you were in the presence of a great man. Semper Fi.
@johnwilliamson22768 ай бұрын
Colonel Vargas is the kind of officer that all Marines respect. An officer who loves his Marines and would do anything for them. That shines through most of all. Semper Fi Sir. ❤️🇺🇸
@allengrant4 жыл бұрын
He was awarded the MOH (+ Silver Star, 5 PurpleHeart, etc.) for his military leadership and selflessness to his men during war-time, AND he should now receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, for his continued advocacy for his military brothers in civilian life (I know there's no such thing as an EX-Marine). There is NO better example of an "American Patriot" as is this Marine. !! Semper Fi. This nation salutes your past and FUTURE service. 👊🇺🇸🔔🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸
@mgunny054 жыл бұрын
I served under Col. Vargas in 1983-85 at Camp Pendleton at 7th Marines. Mess Night in 1984 as Mr. Vice he was the guest of honor. One helleva Marine!
@johnjyoungjr74004 жыл бұрын
I was in Weapons Co. 3/7 81mm mortars 1981-85. My EAS was 26 Aug. 85 when did he take over command? Also around 1982 a platoon commander from either Lima or Kilo Company is now the Commandant. Crazy! Also I went back to California to visit a buddy who stayed out there and became a LAPD officer when went on base and went to ITS at San Onofre and the Sgt.Major of ITS was a Marine we served with from one of the line companies. His locker was open his blues were hanging there he had a hell of a fruit salad for ribbons and to see that 3 up and 4 down and all those has Mark's blow me away. Semper Fi
@devildogvet17752 жыл бұрын
Proud to have served with you sir! Mt Fuji Japan 1987-1988. I was your duty driver several times and cooked you a western omelette while on mess duty! After our time together I had orders for Camp Pendleton and you helped have them changed to East Coast 2ndBn 4thMar! Thank you I served during Operation Sharp Edge Liberia Africa with 2/4. Learned so much from you. Respectfully Sgt Ned Northrup.
@lindamoses36974 жыл бұрын
What a true leader! He got every man out though wounded three times. It is interesting that it took decades to talk about what happened. Feelings matter acutly for years on end. His service to veterans still goes on. I repeat....a true and humble leader, the very best kind.
@arjunmohammad17293 жыл бұрын
Instablaster.
@bobmowreader55469 жыл бұрын
colonel vargas was the commanding officer of the 7th marine regiment when I first checked into 3rd bn 7th marines in 1985 until our battalion went overseas in 1986.then he was camp commander of camp Fuji when we were there in 1988. I thought he was a great officer and a fine man.he was a super nice guy who truly cared about his troops.i think it was a real loss to the corps and its' troops when he mustered out as a full colonel. he was a great colonel and would have been a great general! semper fi sir!
@fourseasons23495 жыл бұрын
served with Captain Vargas and Colonel Weiss in 1968 with CTF Alpha, BLT 79.4 in conjunction with HMM 363 (Smiling Jim) off the Iwo Jima, Quang Tri Province, Vietnam Republic of.. ...
@johnjyoungjr74004 жыл бұрын
#Bob Mowreader I was in Weapons Co. 3/7 0341 EAS 8/31/85. One of the platoon commanders from either Kilo or Lima is now the CMC. Semper Fi
@robertbyers61054 жыл бұрын
Four Seasons 7
@anthonychavez1906 Жыл бұрын
Camp San Mateo we were attached to 7th Marines there ( 3/9 ) . Semper Fi Brother.
@freedomlover24-7 Жыл бұрын
Do you know when the 7th Reg moved to 29 Palms? Vargas and Livingston, both MOH recipients, are outspoken critiques of the corps new force design.
@stevensykes76333 жыл бұрын
Colonel Vargas was my Regimental CO when I served as Battalion Surgeon for the 1/7 Battalion from 1984-1986. From 1985-1986 I also served as the Regimental Surgeon for the 7th Marine regiment. My experience with Colonel Vargas was very positive. He was a true gentleman and a true Marine. He was a very soft spoken humble man who lead by example. A true Leader !
@goutvols1034 жыл бұрын
This was the battle in which the ARVN was going to provide flank support but bugged out.
@gmh67474 жыл бұрын
I was in Delta 1/4, I was so f..... lucky, camp hansen, long time ago god bless the United States Marine Corps, best thing I ever did.
@chillymoe03318 жыл бұрын
Semper Fi Colonel. I served with 2 Gunny's @ 2nd Marines that fought with you at Dai Do as young L/Cpls. They taught me a lot....I'm certain they leaned how to be great leaders from serving under you sir.
@fourseasons23495 жыл бұрын
Do you recall a Cpl Smitty, Prick 6 humper..his dad was a investigator for the San Francisco P.D. or maybe Cpl Kilgore out of San Diego or Muck out of Seattle...everytime we backloaded to the Iwo Muck would get squared away...
@fourseasons23495 жыл бұрын
Gunny Longo or Top Johnson ring a bell...S-4...
@manfredseidler1531 Жыл бұрын
Jay... glad you're on our side, glad for your example, glad for your story and glad your parent raised a good one.
@conspiraciesarejustgreatst20594 жыл бұрын
Sir, your a hero to us all. It's truly an honor to have you and your men as our peacekeepers. Thank you for everything you and your guys gave. Everything.
@ivanthemisunderstood69404 жыл бұрын
Wow. What a treasure the Vargas family has been and continues to be to this nation!
@ronalddecesaris61152 ай бұрын
Amazing What a leader Mr Vargas u would have been an awesome president as well Thank u sir
@romakid4 жыл бұрын
Your bravery and grit are an inspiration to all.
@fbigburg3 жыл бұрын
the music (whose idea was that) was obstructing a important interview
@rockyrocamontes89724 жыл бұрын
As a Marine Veteran I would have followed this man anywhere.
@marilynvandererf864 жыл бұрын
That is a great story ,very very brave men ,,the only thing is the music too loud ,,,,,, they are so moving to listen too
@mikemartinez75384 жыл бұрын
Straight up Says , ... "IT'S THEIRS"....
@gilgiley80710 жыл бұрын
Col. Vargas is a true patriot.Thank you for your service sir
@paulf10062 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir for your service and outstanding leadership. As an officer you exemplify the highest standards that all officers should live by.
@kym3934 жыл бұрын
Words fail me when I comment on these types of stories, I've enormous Respect for you Mr Vargas and all people that excell when faced with ultimate consequential circumstances
@lawrenceklein49184 жыл бұрын
Soft spoken gentleman, but a very bold, fearsome leader! Wow!
@scottadkins73223 жыл бұрын
In 1988, I met Col Vargas at LFTC PAC...I walked by and saw that blue ribbon with the stars...I saluted and stopped and said, "Sir, I've never met a Medal of Honor winner before; and I'd like to shake your hand."
@neilscuderi49114 жыл бұрын
What a true American Hero. Viet Nam 6869 Army Infantry.
@andrebredell32933 жыл бұрын
I remember When he was at 7th Marines at San Mateo!!
@ffdv74582 жыл бұрын
Almost heard the guy over the piano
@70stunes715 жыл бұрын
Excellence in service. Him & his men . Great integrity, honor, & sacrifice. Thankful for all of them.
@richardb2314 жыл бұрын
You said it Jay. PTSD There must be a comprehensive response to bring our brothers and sisters back to their lives in good health. I feel the Medical Military has not figured out this yet.
@gonsalvesjoseph2487 жыл бұрын
Bad ass marine leader! for sure
@shedeth287 жыл бұрын
Love u dad
@lindamoses36974 жыл бұрын
Thanks to your family for supporting your Dad and our nation.
@MrPickledede4 жыл бұрын
A lot of love and respect for your dad from Israel..bless you!
@patriciawickholm36175 жыл бұрын
Real war stories. One tough guy to be able to re-tell/live like this.
@davidkensinger75814 жыл бұрын
The colonels story is compelling enough, there is no need for background music.
@multitoolish3 жыл бұрын
A true American hero! This is the kind of leader you hope to have when the shtf. Thank you sir!
@glockspecific77574 жыл бұрын
I bet those men would have filled you anywhere sir!
@markperkovich992 Жыл бұрын
Stop the music please.
@chuckcuttress29913 жыл бұрын
I’m a Vietnam vet US army my grandson is currently in marine boot camp I hope his superiors are like you
@donmccarter84972 жыл бұрын
The music is too LOUD
@maxdelozier57523 жыл бұрын
True American hero...thanks from a fellow vet
@romansroad20074 жыл бұрын
Is he still alive ? I am in San Diego California too
@mikemartinez75384 жыл бұрын
God bless you Sir.
@libertyBuilders4 жыл бұрын
Incredible story! Thank you!!!
@jameskawaikaupejrcwo3usmcr573 Жыл бұрын
Col Jay Vargas, I had the opportunity to meet and speak with the Colonel when he was at Base Camp Fuji, in 1988-1989. I believe he was the Commanding Officer of the Base Camp. I was doing an inspection of the Sub-Unit 1, for the Communications Platoon, 1st Tracked Vehicle Battalion, later renamed 1st Armored Assault Battalion. We not only had AAV’s, but a Company of tanks, LAV’s, and TOW’s. He invited all the Marines doing the inspection to dine with him that first day there. My Battalion Commander was LtCol. Hawkins. Which we call him the Hawk. Later after I had retired from the Marine Corps I had met with Col Vargas again while with the VFW and the County of San Diego Veterans Office. He’s the ultimate Marine Corps officer and a very fine gentleman. I pray that he and the other Medal of Honor recipients are doing well. I was blessed to have known him and many other’s. John McGinty, John Bacca, Alan Kellogg. God Bless these Marine Corps Warriors. Semper Fidelis MARINES James (Jim) Kaupe, Jr. , CWO3, USMC, Ret.
@JohnnyHern70875 ай бұрын
God bless you sir. Thank you for what you have done for this country. Thank you to your older brothers as well for their service in WWII and Korea. What an exceptional brave and patriotic American family. 🇺🇸🙏🏻
@MrRusalsmith Жыл бұрын
Col. Vargas was my regimental commander when I was with 1st Bn 7thMar. Definitely the finest marine officer I can remember serving under.
@leonardaponas55092 ай бұрын
Worked for him with IMAF at Gallant Knight 84. Great bearing, total troopers man.
@michaelgollin7853 Жыл бұрын
Considering the audio quality is not great. The background music is not helpful. I love these interviews but found it hard to hear this man's story.
@andrewmielke4011 Жыл бұрын
Thank God for our vets and our men and woman in the service today, these are the finest people in the United States, they deserve the utmost respect, God bless our vets, our country and our flag.
@jaketanner200013 жыл бұрын
A True leader!
@BruceFallon-j7v10 күн бұрын
I was with Hotel Co 2/4 at the time. It was our toughest battle. The only reason we survived was the hero's that lead.
@darrylleigh75143 ай бұрын
Lead from the front and by example. I would follow you anywhere sir.
@dominiccannizzaro425 Жыл бұрын
God Bless you and thank you for your service sir!
@rixar1393 жыл бұрын
☘ Irish Honey Badger - 😘
@thesnapperlapper2559 Жыл бұрын
What a great man, American and true Leader
@Winnie122459 Жыл бұрын
Slow hand salute!
@vtlomboy2 жыл бұрын
Never heard called snoopy, but spooky yes
@emojiking85802 жыл бұрын
Puff 🐲💥💨 the magic dragon
@kennethsloboda12332 жыл бұрын
What amazing story Mr Vargas, I’ve been listening to a lot of Medal of Honor recipients and their all wonderful, but yours is one that truly touched my heart, God always Bless you and your men :)
@markmeyer19642 жыл бұрын
Thank You is not enough to say to a true American like Col.Vargas what else can I say
@joemazza10112 жыл бұрын
This is my half uncle Jr Vargas damn proud to call him my uncle
@patplewa54692 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for your service. God bless you!
@markduncan66904 жыл бұрын
Listen to this " Bemouth of a Man"!
@mikemartinez75384 жыл бұрын
American Legion ...
@pennyschwenki52404 жыл бұрын
How can I help?
@jaimetenorio77722 жыл бұрын
God bless you sr you're a great person hope youg people can follow you up and get onto marine or 🪖 God bless our Raza orale canales don't give up let's show how much love love this country orale canales