MEDAL OF HONOR: Landing in a MINEFIELD to SAVE 51 Men | Patrick Henry Brady

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A self-described “reluctant soldier”, Major Patrick Henry Brady would go on to earn the nation’s highest military decoration for valor.
In January 1964 Brady volunteered for Vietnam and was assigned to the 57th Medical Detachment - Helicopter Ambulance, led by Major Charles Kelly. The unit’s call sign was “Dust Off,” a cry for help that would become the most famous of all Vietnam call signs.
On January 6, 1968, Brady was rousted from off duty to help with an extraordinary causality situation. Despite repeated warnings that the missions were impossible - due to weather, the enemy, or land mines - on three different missions Brady extracted patients from areas where other aircraft had failed. For these actions, Brady was awarded the Medal of Honor.
In two tours in Vietnam, Brady flew over 2,500 combat missions and rescued over 5,000 wounded.
Recorded on June 9, 2021.
Medal of Honor Citation:
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty, Maj. BRADY distinguished himself while serving in the Republic of Vietnam commanding a UH-1H ambulance helicopter, volunteered to rescue wounded men from a site in enemy-held territory which was reported to be heavily defended and to be blanketed by fog. To reach the site he descended through heavy fog and smoke and hovered slowly along a valley trail, turning his ship sideward to blow away the fog with the backwash from his rotor blades. Despite the unchallenged, close-range enemy fire, he found the dangerously small site, where he successfully landed and evacuated 2 badly wounded South Vietnamese soldiers. He was then called to another area completely covered by dense fog where American casualties lay only 50 meters from the enemy. Two aircraft had previously been shot down and others had made unsuccessful attempts to reach this site earlier in the day. With unmatched skill and extraordinary courage, Maj. BRADY made 4 flights to this embattled landing zone and successfully rescued all the wounded. On his third mission of the day Maj. Brady once again landed at a site surrounded by the enemy. The friendly ground force, pinned down by enemy fire, had been unable to reach and secure the landing zone. Although his aircraft had been badly damaged and his controls partially shot away during his initial entry into this area, he returned minutes later and rescued the remaining injured. Shortly thereafter, obtaining a replacement aircraft, Maj. BRADY was requested to land in an enemy minefield where a platoon of American soldiers was trapped. A mine detonated near his helicopter, wounding 2 crew members and damaging his ship. In spite of this, he managed to fly 6 severely injured patients to medical aid. Throughout that day Maj. BRADY utilized 3 helicopters to evacuate a total of 51 seriously wounded men, many of whom would have perished without prompt medical treatment. Maj. BRADY'S bravery was in the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself and the U.S. Army.
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[@freedomisnotnegotiable]

Well Anericans should have never been in these places and invade them just like Germans should not have been all over Europe? Why are American soldiers heroes when the invade other countries but Germans not? Ah because they just followed orders, well so did the Germans. There are US WWII veterans and heroes a d that’s where it ended after that they were just man who followed evil orders, no Heroes unless you agree that German soldiers were heroes too…

[@milesbrown8016]

Utmost respect for the soldiers who done all these selfless deeds 🎖

[@carolecarr5210]

As an Air Force Nurse in Japan during Nam, we received men 24 - 48 hours after being hit in field thanks to men like him. My heart will always smile & be grateful to all of our people in Viet Nam who cares for or men in combat.

[@tasiastone3419]

Your a blessing to so many people that needed you and you were there 🙏 thank you im only 54 but I'm very thankful as an American citizen

[@jimhoffmann]

We all owe our veterans a debt that can never be repaid. Thank you for your service, Ms. Carr and for protecting my freedom - and that of my children and grandchildren.

[@kenta3148]

If only we had politicians with your character. Imagine what a great country this would be. Thank you for the honor of hearing your service.

[@robertmorey4104]

We do, some are Veterans! Thank God they are not all like Peluzzy and AOC.

[@thomasdoran2363]

- Awesome comment ! Like they used to say about medieval England, hundreds of years ago - The respect for the King was lost when the royalty stopped fighting side-by-side with their men at the front line of a battle

[@12345674309]

We do have some. Right now there are four ex Navy SEALs either in or running for congressional seats.

[@Mutt1952]

None from Texas

[@freedomisnotnegotiable]

Well Anericans should have never been in these places and invade them just like Germans should not have been all over Europe? Why are American soldiers heroes when the invade other countries but Germans not? Ah because they just followed orders, well so did the Germans. There are US WWII veterans and heroes a d that’s where it ended after that they were just man who followed evil orders, no Heroes unless you agree that German soldiers were heroes too…

[@Bigsky1991]

MG Brady spoke at my flight school graduation and CW4 Mike Novosel (both were in the same Unit in Vietnam)came along to pin on my Wings. To have two Vietnam MOH recipients at my graduation was an immense honor. Walking out of that ceremony and now after 3 Wars and 35 years later (and counting) of flying Combat helicopters that I knew I was standing on the shoulders of Giants.

[@luthiervandros]

Kick ass!

[@laymansview5246]

My very 1st duty assignment as a Huey mechanic/CE in Jan '76, was with the 326th Med Bn 101st MEDEVAC. LTC (at the time) Brady was the Bn commander. I later served with Mr. Novosel in Korea. At the time he was better known for being the oldest active-duty aviator and for having flown practically every aircraft the Arny and Air Force had than he was for his MoH. It was an honor and a privilege to serve with such, as you called them, Giants.

[@laymansview5246]

@Mike Raffphone that name seems familiar to me. I was a Huey crew chief '75-'85 and served with many a Vietnam pilot. Is he still alive? If so and you get a chance maybe, you can ask him if he was stationed in any of the following places during the time period. Ft. Campbell 76-77 and 78-80, Camp Casey Korea 77-78, Wertheim Germany 80-83, Ft Irwin Ca. 83-85.

[@freetruth9762]

I had my expert Rifleman badge pinned on to my uniform by someone who had 56 confirmed kills with his entrenching tool during the Tet offensive over the holidays

[@barrymcclaughry9229]

Mister Novosel was in 82nd med det and Mr Brady was in 45th and 57th CO. Major Kelly 57th med det. KIA

[@MrRagequitnow]

Mad respect to dust off, you saved my grand father Russel Kline. God Bless you brave pilots.

[@sergeantmasson3669]

MrRagequitnow, for many years, I rarely ever discussed my two tours in Vietnam doing medevac duty with anybody. It always deeply bothered me about the people that we weren't able to save. However, my 5th visit to the Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Wall, I reunited with three guys that we did save. Needless to say, that it was a quite emotional reunion because I hadn't seen them since we delivered them to the MASH unit in Vietnam. If not for our team, they would not be there that day at that wall. Another situation, my lifelong childhood friend joined US Army Special forces when I did. He was assigned to the infantry and me to the 57th medical detachment. He was killed, over there, in early 1967. I volunteered to be his military honor escort to bring his body home. An NCO doesn't usually do that, but because of the circumstances, I was allowed to do so. Toughest emotional duty that I ever did.

[@adriannemalden8668]

​@@sergeantmasson3669❤

[@RustyShepherd]

My Dad was a flight medic on a dust-off bird in 1968. He has some harrowing stories of the crazy things they had to do to get those soldiers out of those hot LZ’s. He has a Purple Heart and Bronze star with V. Much respect to all that flew over there.

[@deeparks3112]

As a Vietnam war veteran I salute Mr. Brady for being there for us, for doing the incredible job they did regularly flying those helicopters into Hell's Mouth to rescue those in dire need. Simply knowing that the Dust Off choppers were out there, doing what they did, was a solid comfort to us on the ground.

[@yorktown2203]

I’m thankful I missed Nam , 68/70 11-B

[@deeparks3112]

@@yorktown2203 👍 I am glad you missed it too.

[@sergeantmasson3669]

@@billywylie3288 If you were not there, your argument is invalid.

[@deeparks3112]

@@billywylie3288 You're so clever it is beyond belief.

[@deeparks3112]

@@billywylie3288 Get bent snotball.

[@SilverJ56]

My neighbor had a magnificent pit bull named "Major Brady". Terry Cochrane was one of the wounded soldiers that Patrick Henry Brady rescued that day.

[@robertmorey4104]

Awesome! This gent is among the bravest of the brave. MoH, 2 DSC, bronze star. Proof that Vietnam vets are also "the greatest generation" in their bravery, service and sacrifice. Great inspiration.

[@philgiglio7922]

They have NEVER received the accolades they earned

[@Mutt1952]

Yes I agree with you as I am a Vietnam vet too and have been in combat too

[@carolecarr5210]

I agree our guys, my generation were pretty fantastic also.

[@jacobnugent8159]

Korean War veterans were all but ignored as well

[@ltravail]

This guy passed up scholarships to play football so he could attend a college that didn't even have a football team just to be with his heartthrob? As a soldier in Vietnam that's the kind of man I'd want to know was flying those dust offs. He obviously goes after something that he's made up his mind to get without regard for the sacrifices.

[@davehertle]

Patrick Brady is the real deal. I flew Dustoff in 1968 with the 498th Med. Co. (Air Amb) Even then we heard great reports about Major Patrick Brady, the Detachment Commander of the 54th Med. Det. in Chu Lai. Later in my tour, I had a short time assignment to help the 54th and those pilots and crew-members were still inspired by their commander who by that time later in '68 had finished his 2nd Tour. Congratulations General Patrick Brady for being the great inspiration to many like me 54 years ago, and the many DustOff pilots that have followed in your footsteps. "Rotor Blades are churning, diving for the fire"

[@ThePWNDR]

hope you’re doing well Dave. you’re a stand up guy.

[@MrMoggyman]

Patrick.....bless you, bless you, bless you........and all the dust off and rescue pilots of all wars. That a man is prepared to put his life in harms way to save another is the highest accolade any man can achieve. Thank you so much for your service, and for the countless lives you saved.

[@craigt5990]

Wow. Just wow. I have a LOT of respect for dust off pilots. I needed one one day. I’m sure he saved my life. 11 Oct 1969 near Ben Hoa. ‘Nuff said.

[@philgiglio7922]

Big red one proud unit indeed. Service from WW1 on. Sam Fuller's experience with the unit was chronicled in the movie of that name. Well worth watching if you haven't seen it

[@sergeantmasson3669]

Craig T, it's one word "Dustoff" not two words.

[@Brickbossman]

So humbled to get to hear this story told by the man himself

[@Michellee970]

This interview is incredible. I've got chills. God bless you, Sir.

[@matthewcullen1298]

Thankyou. I just felt Awestruck listening to it. It was incredible wasn't it.

[@user-oo1ps9bo3j]

Think u may have known my dad Captain John L. Graves he was in Vietnam till about 1961 or 62 he had to have back surgery they were in missiles but I remember him talk about Chulie, Vit. He was in Army. They called him Big Bad John with respect Z& pride. Thank You All for your honorable service!❤😅

[@scottranney5891]

What an American!!!

[@skeeball88]

Mad respect Sir. Thank you for your leadership.

[@anonymoususer4356]

Thank you for your service, and for the interview.

[@jamescarroll6954]

Dustoff: daring unhesitating service to our fighting forces.

[@larryhudlemeyer2617]

Back in the late nineties, South Dakota had a juvenile facility named after General Brady. Many "reluctant" young men took the opportunity to square-away their lives and went on to be successful in their communities....went on to join a branch of the military and served our country well....went on to complete high school and enter college....went on to seek training that ultimately provided them with a livelihood which enabled them to be productive members of society. I wonder how they would have turned out if General Brady hadn't blazed the trail ahead of them!? Go Wolfpack, Bulldogs, Dragons, & Eagles! Thank you for your service and thank you for being a role-model to many, sir!

[@RubyBandUSA]

what a guy! and what our enemies need to know is that as unique and spectacular as Patrick Brady is, we in the US have many many MANY MORE guys like him, and you the weak enemy don't.

[@shawnmann9491]

In all of my years of following Viet Nam military history, I’ve NEVER heard such impressive or sobering first hand information. This was a fantastic interview. Mr. Brady my you be blessed and well for many years to come. Thank You for your sacrifices and service Sir.

[@dukecraig2402]

Here's a statistic about the Vietnam war I'll bet you didn't know. Despite the public images of WW2 and Vietnam the fact is during WW2 ⅔rds of the troops who served were drafted, ⅓rd volunteered. Yet despite the narrative over the years that your average troop in Vietnam was drafted and drug over there by his hair kicking and screaming the fact is ⅔rds of the troops that served in Vietnam volunteered, ⅓rd were drafted. The fact is the majority in Vietnam volunteered because they were trying to live up to the expectations of their fathers and uncles who'd served in WW2, and they've never gotten credit for that, the movies and the media have always presented it the other way around, yes after Pearl Harbor there was an initial wave of patriotism and the recruiter's office's were filled but that didn't last long after the caskets started coming home by the boatload, for the majority of WW2 they had to fill the military with draftees, but during Vietnam there was a continuous stream of volunteers, those are statistical facts. Now think about this, America is just getting done with the longest war in it's history as troops are being brought back from 20 years in the middle east, and every single one of them was a volunteer. Kind of makes you look at things in a different light doesn't it?

[@shawnmann9491]

@@dukecraig2402 . Hello Duke! Your reported observations are quite interesting and I thank you for sharing this information. My Paternal Grandfather was a USMC tank Sgt and was the Commander of the “8 Ball” during the Battle of Iwo Jima. I believe he served 10 years total service. My Father ( his Son) was a 20 year USMC combat engineer (1954-1974) with 2 Viet Nam Tours .He survived Khe Sanh/Tet. They were both volunteers, and my Dad had shared in years past some of the things that you’d mentioned, with respect to who’d volunteered vs being drafted,etc. my Dad was a Gunny, and was fortunate to have served (and personally worked for/known) some of the finest “old guard” Marine legends from his Dad’s era and his own time. He passed away last month at age 84, and he was an encyclopedia of WWII, Korea,SEA history. Having dementia the last 3 years made it impossible to dredge up any more detailed information from him, as I’ve had more thoughts on these conflicts as of recently. I appreciate the time you put into your thoughtful reply. Stay safe, and many blessings to you and yours Sir! Best regards, Shawn

[@dukecraig2402]

@@shawnmann9491 Not so much observations as it's statistics, little known yet still the statistics. Another myth about the Vietnam war was that there was a disproportionate amount of black troops, Vietnam was happening right as the civil rights movement was and the US Government was very specific that the military keep the percentage of minorities in combat in Vietnam proportionate to the percentage in American society at that time. If you notice in pictures of troops on patrol or actually under fire you'll notice that about 1 in 10 troops is black, that's proportionate to American society at the time having a population of 10% black, the pictures people like to toss around that they say proves it was disproportionate are pictures of guy's hanging out inside a firebase or otherwise off duty.

[@thechongwolla]

Jocko Podcast interviews with ex-SOG members and the spin-off SOGcast podcast is amazing. There is a Jocko podcast with a South Vietnamese King Bee pilot that is out of this world but the episode number and his name escapes me

[@tfred2129]

Thank-you sir! You set the standard! Spent 6 years in 2nd ranger battalion as a 11b. Been all over Iraq and Afghanistan, and I have lost many brothers over the years. God only knows what it would be like if not for men like you! RLTW!

[@jabarikellam]

Warrior mentality

[@charmainevandiford6622]

You can just tell he is a very Brave Man. Inspired by brave Men. The dust off pilots and crews saved so many men in Vietnam. I watch a lot of SOG and they all thank the Pilots that came to their rescue when they got in trouble.

[@marktobak3205]

Wow! God bless this man.

[@Delatta1961]

The living inbodiment of a true Soldier, Officer and Aviator. Blue Skies Sir

[@ExiledBulldawg]

"When I have your wounded." That's character. That's a mission statement.

[@kevinsmith9502]

Those pilots were amazing.Saved so many lives.

[@donaldjones7678]

I was a grunt in Vietnam 1971. We respected fellow gunts and chopper pilots.

[@johnmcwilliam3395]

The greatest words that I have ever heard from MG Brady: “Commander of arguably the finest dust-off unit in history, perhaps one of the finest combat units ever.” He was speaking of arguably the finest father ever.

[@bradkister79]

Great interview.John's openness, and his level of humility despite his heroics running dust off missions is quite impressive.

[@williammartin9364]

I had the honor to meet at that time Major Brady in 1970. We were learning how to extract wounded at Camp Bullis from our classes at Fort Sam Houston Medical Service Corps. (The silver Caduceus guys) Major Brady flew us as "patients" and was gracious enough to tell us his experiences in Vietnam. Just awesome

[@rangerwhite5165]

This man needs his own movie.

[@jamesallen3799]

Thank you, sir. You were always respected by all of us. I was not a natural either in flight school. Crashed on my second solo. Flew solo the next day. different world today. Thank you.

[@craigstewart2539]

A true patriot. An inspiring servant leader. A great role model for service and sacrifice. Thank you Sir!

[@tracysturgill9146]

I had the honor to speak to General Brady years ago at the closing ceremony for the traveling Vietnam War memorial in Mary Moore Park in Redmond WA. He was very approachable, a very nice man. I told him my mom had a Medal of Honor recipient come home and graduated high school with her (WWII). He asked who it was, and I said" Robert Eugene Bush". He said " oh, Bob Bush, he's a friend of mine. What's your name, I'll tell him I ran in to you ! " I was BLOWN away ! He spoke at Bob Bush's funeral. Look forward to seeing him in heaven, if I make it. What a truly special person !

[@jeffn.918]

"To do SOMETHING for someone else besides themselves". Well said. Should be a requirement for EVERYONE! "Soldiers believe life has no meaning unless its lived for the benefit of future generations".

[@CrowSpirit1977]

Some things you just can't teach. You learn by doing it, and sometimes even completely by accident. Excellent Story🖒🇺🇸

[@xvsj5833]

Thank you for sharing you’re amazing story, service, sacrifice and courage for freedom 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@laymansview5246]

My 1st duty assignment out of Huey mechanic training was with HHC 326th Med Bn 101st Division MEDEVAC. Patrick Brady was the Bn commander. Kelly's quote "When I have your wounded' we changed a little to "No slack MEDEVAC, you're dying, we're flying". Even in peace time we would go on a call.

[@mwhitelaw8569]

As a troubled young man I was a reluctant soldier myself. Uncle Sam gave me structure, integrity, and the humility of self sacrifice. Major, HOOORAH SIR!!!

[@gregmaupin8929]

Every recipient is humbled by those with whom they served. God Bless Sir you are a good man.

[@cindyjackson2457]

Thank you for your service, Sir🇺🇸

[@drenk7]

The Dust off pilots were dedicated and brave. I spoke with a medic who flew dust off missions. He is still regrets the patients that he couldn’t save. This was 54 years later.

[@jinx7501]

I've had the honor of meeting several Vietnam veteran pilots. In my area, they continued to be heroes. They piloted medical helicopters. They didn't care what the conditions were. If there was a way to fly, they did. If ground EMS requests air, we aren't sure if we can keep our patient alive long enough to get to the hospital. Other pilots may have refused, which is not against them, it's dangerous. But more then once we're about to start ground transport and we'd hear them come over the radio saying they were coming. That or they'd just show up and land next to the scene. They saved lives, lots of them. We just had the last Vietnam vet pilot retire late last year. Their incredible skills are missed. They have my sincere respect for what they did both at war and here at home.

[@johnburrows1179]

As far as I’m concerned, every one of these pilots earned the MOH. They were our angels from above. No matter what the situation, no matter how hot the LZ was, you’d hear those Hueys coming in. My salute to every one of them. 1st Cav grunt. 68-70

[@teejay8899]

couldn't agree more with his closing comments , to find comradery like in the military is life changing.

[@msgpxx]

Total respect of a true professional! Dust-off Pilots were the best of the best with no guns. Hats off & Salute Sir! I served in II Corp 69-70. 30-year Army Retired; and I remember Vietnam like yesterday! Thank you, Sir! MSG Gary J Petruska ...

[@felixcat9318]

This is a very honourable man.

[@Gijeff69]

Thank you sir, for leading the way! I was 67T Blackhawk Helicopter CrewChief from 2001-2005 with the 1256th Medi-Vac of the 34th Infantry Division. Red Bulls! Hoooah! But your guys saved my Uncle, in 1968, a Bronze Star Marine Sergeant who took sniper rounds! If it wasn’t for dust off, he wouldn’t be with us today!

[@rickrivers2909]

The expressions shown by him tell the story how vivid those moments are still with him as it was yesterday. We the viewer feel the emotions too, this is the power of compassion.

[@donmutchler939]

Thank you! God bless the United States of America!

[@sartainja]

Thank G-d that the U.S. has men like him to help the wounded get to hospitals.

[@edwinclark6706]

Very well deserved, vereymuchly accepted! I'm a Vietnam veteran and welcome you home atrue hero.

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Thank you for your Service Sir 😇👍👌 Cheers 🍻🍻

[@Jason-iz6ob]

These guys amaze me. 24 minute interview and the incident that warrants a Medal of Honor is 30 seconds of “it wasn’t a problem.” Right

[@bradwolfe2993]

Bless this man and all who served as I honor and appreciate all each have stood to and for our great country because of people like this man

[@rikijett310]

Thank you endlessly for your service and may God bless you always!!! ✝️🇺🇸✝️

[@timhimes3649]

Great story, that’s what Dustoff is all about.

[@64wing]

I had the good fortune to sit and talk with Gen. Brady a handful of years ago. We talked about the war, family, and ultimately the finer points of flying helicopters. Such a wonderful conversationalist and wholly decent man. It was a privilege.

[@waltertaffs1737]

God bless you sir and all the veterans who served during Vietnam War

[@briangoldy8784]

Friend an Community Neighbor 18 years old, KIA. USMC, Chinook Door Gunner, Near, Danang, South Vietnam. RIP. Buddy. Major Brady, Love You..

[@preparedbear5727]

A great man indeed! another hero of mine is capt. Ed Freeman, such heroism is uncommon these days

[@philgiglio7922]

He spent the better part of a year lobbying for his CO to also receive the MOH. He succeeded. In case you don't know...think WE WERE SOLDIERS. 3 MOH awarded for that action 1 to an infantry man. No, such heroic acts still occur the military has gotten miserly about awards. I've read after action reports when a trooper is awarded a Bronze Star for acts that would have earned a Silver Star in past conflicts

[@brianwigle]

True American bad ass...Thank you for your service SIR ✌💛

[@nmr6988]

I thank God for this gentleman.

[@burtthebeast4239]

WELCOME HOME, GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙏

[@truethought2581]

For future generations.... No truer words spoken. God bless all of our troops.

[@joesnuffy1961]

I served in Berlin in 89 just before the wall came down loved it there.

[@sergeantmasson3669]

Major Patrick Henry Brady, welcome home brother. I'm also two tours Us Army Special Forces Vietnam medevac veteran. Twice combat decorated. Thank you for serving.

[@oldtanker4860]

Service to others before self. The older I get the more I think that Robert Heinlein had it right in his concept of citizenship in his book Starship Troopers. The book, not the lousy movie. You earned full citizenship and the right to vote / hold office by service. If you are not willing to put your life and skin in the game in some kind of Federal service you do not deserve to vote or be elected. Thank you Major and may God continue to smile upon you and yours.

[@philgiglio7922]

Indeed... the movie sucked. The director only read about 50 pages of the book. And he made the government seem fascist, which it most certainly wasn't. Only good thing was Dina mayer topless

[@timothyewer7306]

Thank you. Sir fore your Service .God Bless America

[@markhirsch1782]

WOW, THANKYOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!

[@cajunhopper1]

This video should be shown in every 11th grade high school class in the country.

[@dancraver3815]

I wish American military fought the domestic enemies as good as the foreign ones

[@cwsfan2930]

The US military does not get involved in US politics.

[@DaveL188]

How did that work out in the civil war?

[@Brady.John87]

My last name is Brady, I have a very large Irish American family located primarily in NJ although a lot of us migrated to Florida. We have traced our Brady lineage down to my great grandparents who came to NY from Ireland by boat. I wonder if we’re related 🤔

[@forresttim]

Rah...Semper Fi from this Marine, Sir

[@madzen112]

Imagine having stories like this to tell

[@JoelMMcKinney]

AMERICA! 🇺🇸 🗽

[@JoelMMcKinney]

ALASKA! 🇺🇸 🗽

[@thomasdoran2363]

These stories are genuinely terrifying - the bravery & resilience of these men defies logic & reason

[@samsonnava5450]

Thank for saving our men on the ground

[@psychdoc903]

I had the honor of having dinner with Gen Brady last Friday in Gainesville Texas. What a humble and mighty man. He is s wonderful ambassador of the MOH and America!!

[@caisson71]

MG Brady is a graduate of Seattle University where he received his ROTC Commission. As an alumnus of SU in 1966, we hardly heard about General Brady and most of us did go to VietNam soon after graduation. When we returned to the US his reputation was starting to spread among the VietNam veterans out of SU. While I was in Nam ( 67-68, 9th Inf Div, 3/5 Cav ), I witnessed the courage and daring of those helicopter pilots and we had a lot of respect for them.

[@sergeantmasson3669]

American Veterans Center, I'm a 10 year Us Army Special Forces veteran that did two tours in Vietnam doing medevac duty, '65-'66 and again in '69. Twice combat decorated. BTW, as you may know, medevac helicopters didn't/don't have any self-defense equipment. Every mission was a gamble that we'd survive. Vietcong snipers often used that helicopter red cross emblem as a target which is a violation of the Geneva Convention agreement. Sometimes, we had a helicopter gunship escort but not always.

[@thomasmassey322]

This distinguished veteran comes from the legacy of previous Americans. He's reluctant to go, but when called does his duty and in no way brags about his contribution. I met many World War Two, Korean and Vietnam Veterans who felt that way about their fellow soldiers...

[@catfish252]

It wasn't the helicopter that saved all those lives - it was these helicopter crews like Major Brady that saved so many men on the battlefields of Vietnam.

[@joeltysver6811]

That is a great man right there. Wow. Blown away.

[@MinerDaveEverist]

My Friend John Gililand Helicopter Cheif mechanic in War and has die Age 80 He save me from bad time in my life and miss him 💔

[@lona0540]

I was in & around NAM from Jan 1967-Aug 1970. There was no place IN-COUNTRY that did not benefit from CHOPPER activity. BRAVO ZULU SIR (SALUTE). 🙏 THANK YOU 🙏

[@cobralife0417]

I've heard stories from firemen and others about a guy who came back and flew helicopters in the civilian world as a lifeline pilot. They said you could tell him apart from the others because he came in at a much faster manner than the others. I never heard a name but I wish I could've met this guy. I guess getting shot at made you swoop in a bit quicker.

[@brianford8493]

What a STRAC dude!.....Makes me proud to ba a human being.

[@jerrysanford1259]

What a fine speech . Great Man.

[@paul5403]

This man and others like him are truly a breed apart . A very humble and honest and also courageous individual such as this man is an inspiration to us all . God bless him .

[@jaredsandoval1941]

Without men from this era the country would never be called free, freedom is not free this man fought to earn his

[@karisss80]

Tiktok video made look for his story❤️ He is a Hero

[@williamruss8830]

thank you for your service army 1967-1971

[@Chrisamos412]

Amazing story, amazing man, thank you sir for sharing your military sacrifice for future generations. I too was a rebellious guy, but ended up in the Navy and it changed my outlook for the better the rest of my life.

[@gigi3090]

Thank you for your service and sharing your story. God Bless you!

[@neils9739]

@1:05 did Mr. Brady say he was "Stalking a Foxy Chick?" Oh Boy 😎🤣

[@shawnmann9491]

Why yes he did !

[@jimgood1949]

That was commonly accepted behavior in his generation. What he meant, actually, was that he was dating his future wife.

[@tonyrowland9216]

had the honor of meeting him.

[@eddie4986]

I am a Navy Veteran and it makes me proud to know that I live in Country with Men like that.. I salute you sir.. Thank you for your Service