The Last Interview With A Legendary Paratrooper | 101st Airborne Division | Vincent J. Speranza

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[@VictorLowther]

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[@SnackRelatedMishap]

Oof. I didn't like that game ad. These videos are real talk, and such a game just cheapens the idea of what war really is.

[@AlanThomas-hp3fn]

His dad told them wrong. Dieing for the corrupt elitist blood wars is stupid.

[@salpiazza2650]

I'm also a Sicilian born in 1942. Many Sicilians are born story tellers. I listened to many stories told by the old timers, as we called them, but none of my five uncles who returned home from WW11, two were killed in France, would talk about their war experiences. All saw combat. One uncle waited until he was 85 to talk about some of his experiences with me...fighting with Patton in North Africa, invasion of Sicily and Monte Casino. God Bless them all.

[@larriveeman]

we need more folks like Mr. Speranza, total respect, I was Navy 1977-1991

[@phil4986]

Vincent Speranza did not tell his story. He took us on a trip with him. I feel honored to have witnessed such a great American whose fighting spirit kept America free. Mr. Speranza used the beer story to not have to tell (and relive) the awful things he went through and saw his fellow brothers in arms go through. 39:01 very well spent. What an incredible American. Rest in peace, Mr. Speranza and thank you, sir.

[@warren4765]

I could listen to this legends stories all day. He's a proper character.

[@danam0228]

"This country must not fail". Please, everyone, please keep the ideals men like this have fought for alive, and keep in mind that how we keep them alive matters, integrity matters

[@TheRealZJM377]

Yeah. And at that my people where catching Hell. Doing slavery and after with the Jim crow laws and being lynched at the time THIS COUNTRY MUST NOT FAIL

[@ihatesnowflakes2537]

I like how u ask others to maintain these ideals yet you yourself won't serve stfu

[@williamchampagne1028]

its was from an immigrants famely father i think this is important to notice

[@tcam8809]

That made me cry 🥹

[@danam0228]

@@williamchampagne1028 absolutely

[@jeremyspurlock6636]

Just gotta say. Props to mom for making 18 hungry soldiers her best spaghetti all while in the depression. That is unheard of. You will be missed and your generation was one that more people should look up to. Thank you for you and your families service and may you rest in peace

[@joycelagas6218]

❤ love your stories. Would love to have heard all your stories. You're very good at it! ❤ God bless you, your family and brothers in arms. If you have passed on, we lost a great person, but heaven got a great person and rip. Thank you for your service!

[@samrodian919]

Well it wasn't exactly in the depression by 1943 in America, which was when this must have happened if he was 16 in December 1941 and he was 18/19 before he went overseas. But you are right in your sentiment about that golden generation. RIP Mr Speranza

[@ralphshelley9586]

Yummy

[@ralphshelley9586]

​@samtimesxwere stilled depressef@rodian919

[@serpentines6356]

🙏💜🌿🇺🇸

[@freshtendrills5969]

Losing these men was heartbreaking. This entire generation built modern America. The America so many callously take for granted. My grandfather jumped into Normandy. He volunteered to do it. He was proud to do it.

[@TheRealZJM377]

That's bullshit. Black folks built everything from slavery and everything stolen from them. How do think this country guy rich.

[@johnnyhunter4345]

They were truly America's greatest generation who raised the next greatest generation, the "Boomers". With the help of a mother home with the children, Sunday Church, Boy and Girl Scouts, no internet, no social media, strong service clubs, company provided pensions, strong unions, on shore manufacturing, no international or Muslim terrorists, more.

[@patrickancona1193]

I’m GenX, my grandparents were my “sitters”, Gramps was a Recon Marine in the pacific, my grandma was a Rosie riveter for Curtis, then bowing then Lockheed, we were raised knowing what we owed & I’ve made sure my kids came up as similar as possible now I’ve got 9 grandkids (&counting!) & Papa makes sure they learn the old ways, Dad was Korea, did my bit in the sand pits, God Bless America!!! Semper Fi

[@exstacc1886]

Be proud to carry on his story. All men pass into history.

[@av8tore71]

Like you my grandfather fought during WWII. My grandfather flew P-47 Thunderbolts (The Jug) & P-51 Mustangs. Today he is 103 years old and spry as he can be with a memory better than me at 53 years old. The stories he has told and as I wrote it all down or videotaped him. If anyone gets a chance to talk with a WWII veteran pick their brains but be respectful because 131 WWII veterans die each day and soon they will all be but a memory.

[@ChristopherLuke-o3l]

We have enjoyed 80 years of peace and freedom - because of men like Mr. Speranza.

[@AlexJongeneelen]

Met the guy in Bastogne in 2021. Impressive. So much energy he had. Bought his book with signature. ❤

[@craigfdavis]

I'm so jealous. I just bought his book, then learned that he had passed. My first thought after reading the book was, "wow I really want to to meet him and get him to sign this amazing book." So grateful he has shared his story. Guys like this you can listen to for hours.

[@BryantKHill]

Was lucky enough to meet him at an airshow in Chino, CA. Knew he was coming so I bought his beer and ceramic cup which he signed. So blessed to have met him. Love how he tells his stories

[@dritanstojanovic4576]

Do you think that he will be remembered from the so called amurikan society

[@SuperUAP]

Lucky.

[@IwonyoulostLOL]

@@dritanstojanovic4576Sad European, you’d be speaking German if it wasn’t for America.

[@brianlykins6663]

Mr. Speranza is one of those guy's that I could listen to all day. For any of those guys left, God bless you. For those that have made their last roll call, may God hold you and give you the peace y'all deserve. God bless all veterans, y'all did and saw things that no one should do or see, let alone 18 to 25 year olds. I know from growing up talking to vets, that many made their peace. Coming from Europe, Pacific, Korea and Viet Nam. Many could not, some talked about it, some did not, and some could not. As I got older, I understood why an uncle from WW II told me as a young kid. Ifva vet wants to talk, listen, if they don't want to talk, don't ask. May they all RIP, may they all know peace before they go. May all put their demons to rest and smile about the good memories. God bless each of the vets. ❤

[@joycelagas6218]

Amen to all that!

[@serpentines6356]

Ditto! 🙏 💜 🌿 🇺🇸

[@lucymorgan8859]

Mr Speranza, is such a wonderful story teller... his inflection, his body language, his enthusiasm, his sadness all evident, passionate, and true. Bless you, Mr Speranza, and all of you who have served and suffered for our country... 🫡💜💙❤️‍🩹💙💜🫡

[@jlo7770]

I've listened to both his interviews on this channel or ones like it and I could listen to him tell it again another thousand times and not get tired of it. I couldn't even imagine being 18/19 and doing or going through what they did. Truly the greatest generation to have lived

[@spinmancorner7543]

Speranza is a real man of honor and a true American. God bless him in paradise along with all of his loved ones and his associates and men that he met and served with during the war. Today MR SPERANZA, I salute you you and say a prayer for your family. You are a true hero.

[@ralphshelley9586]

His Dad got it!

[@joycelagas6218]

I miss him telling us his stories ! He is very engaging and am lucky I got to hear some of them! Rip 🙏🏼 ❤ missing you and all the other vets before you! Thanking all of you vets for your service and God's blessings to your family! 😢❤

[@kaciecouch2150]

He’ll be remembered for his service, but I hope he is also remembered as an incredibly talented storyteller. His interviews have undoubtedly fostered interest in many to learn about WWII. As long as these videos exist, he will continue to make the world a better and more educated place.

[@JohnWise-q9p]

The JAPS WERE SO BAD THEN!!-- THEY'VE BEEN FORBADE!! WORLDWIDE TO EVER DECLARE WAR ON ANYONE EVER AGAIN!!-- WAR CRIMINAL MINDED LUNATICS!😮 I KINDA REALLY LIKED ( A LOT) ENOLA GAY PILOT Paul Tibbits quote ( They broadcast it on a classic rock radio station the day he died in late 2008 or - 09) When he was asked," Do you ever feel any kinda " MORAL CONSCIENCE" for dropping the A Bomb on Japan?" TIbbits' answer=" NO. Absolutely NOT! The whole of war itself is AMORAL; and the killing would've went on on both sides!"-- 👍 I'm GLAD THAT WAS HIS ANSWER!!😊

[@MeMyHustleN-I]

The Speranza brothers are legends in NYC. I have seen pics in NJ VFW's. Glad to see people embracing this patriot.

[@brkaz5864]

Dad was born in Los Angeles 1926. Raised in Mexico until he was 18. Returned to US at the start of WW2 in order to join up. He was 4F due to health issue and was rejected. By the Korean Conflict he was married and had daughters and again the military would not take him. His younger brother, his brothers-in-law all joined. His youngest brother-in-law joined during Viet Nam. Dad raised 5 daughters all college educated professionals, 7 grandchildren, all college graduates and 5 great grandchildren some of whom are now in college. A long productive happy life, but to his last day the biggest regret was that he was never able to fight for his country in any armed conflict. Mr. Speranza was a national treasure.

[@Patricia-e1s]

My uncle's served in World warII. They will always be our Heroes. Thank you, Veterans our Heroes.🇺🇸... "Live Long and Free"🕊️...

[@DrMortimer]

I love this man. I appreciate what he did for this country. May he never be forgotten.

[@dukehoffman124]

Before my Father passed he went to Europe twice . He wasn't allowed to pay for anything because as a G.I. He had been there and the locals still revered what they had done and sacrificed for them . Dad was seriously wounded at the Rohr river and suffered from his wounds the rest of his life . R.I.P.

[@rainfalledits]

That legendary moms spaghetti dinner must have been priceless I can’t even being to imagine. Always tastes sweeter with family always. Thank you for your service 🇺🇸❤️

[@flparkermdpc]

I loved Vincent from the day I first saw him. What a real man. That he was Italian was a plus. I had an Uncle Anthony a first Sergeant in a New York National Guard unit that missed the last two months of WW1. HE went to med school instead. But he left an impression on "his guys". He was a storyteller like this man. When he died of appendicitis at 25 well short of his goal line, the whole Italian community of Schenectady, N.Y., turned out to mourn. As I'm sure Vincent was mourned when he passed.

[@rileygilles2736]

Some say you die twice. Once when you’re gone and another when your stories are no longer told.

[@danam0228]

I hope not for men like this

[@rileygilles2736]

@@danam0228 with the new generation, most definitely. It’s the hard truth

[@danam0228]

@@rileygilles2736 I refuse to let my teenagers grow up without them hearing of such stories as this especially since 2 of my grand-uncles served in WW1, 7 uncles served in WW2 (my mother was the 2nd youngest of 17 kids), my dad served during the Korean War along with several of my cousins, etc, etc down the line and now includes my eldest who I am both happy about and worry about, has a heart of gold, hopefully always will

[@miafillene4396]

Then these guys will be immortal.

[@dubsar]

WW3 is just around the corner. But will there be anyone to tell that story?

[@kelleysimonds5945]

Thank you so much for recording this gentleman.

[@chriscraftpro3246]

As a current soldier in the U.S. Army it truly is an honor to hear his storys Rip Sir we have it from here

[@bonniedavis4601]

Well said. ❤❤

[@michaelmacek9433]

I met Vince at an event at our local VFW. I was able to purchase a copy of his book that he wrote in regard to his time in the service. He autographed the book for me. That book is among my most prized possessions. He was a really great guy and felt privileged to have been able to meet him. The world lost a living treasure the day he passed from this world.

[@BankRollSlots]

Thank you for everything you did for us and this great country it’s because of men like you we have what we have and I’ll always appreciate that. It’s sad to see where our country has gone but I know we can turn it around, Rest easy Mr Speranza🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸

[@Alex-vu5uu]

As an Italian living in the USA I'm proud of this man and his family.

[@Resistcontrol-u2g]

Bill Guarnere too, eh...

[@m420-nd1if]

You are american

[@louisavondart9178]

I grew up between the wars. Too young for Vietnam, too old for everything since. But I served for many years in the Territorial Army of New Zealand. And I too have a beer story. When on exercise with Australian troops, we learned that they were " Dry ". No alcohol allowed. We figured that wasn't right and got a pallet of Aussie beer, divided it up in 4 Land Rovers and snuck them into their positions. We started handing out packets of 12 cans to the nearest guys and within minutes the Aussies joined in and cleared out the lot. Once back in base in Darwin, we never paid for a single beer. We were legends in our own time. And they were good times !

[@Masculine-Media]

the greatest generation to ever live. nothing but respect for them. they fought thousands of miles away from home for the right thing… these men laid the foundation for the world as we know it today

[@rileygilles2736]

I just started reading his book NUTS!. I love Vincent and his story. In his book I can’t help but hear his voice while reading. Rest easy Mr. Speranza.

[@Onlyusemesuede]

What is the book called? Would love to read more about this legend

[@GhostRider-sc9vu]

@@Onlyusemesuede "Nuts"

[@Onlyusemesuede]

@@GhostRider-sc9vu thank you!

[@katale315maharet3]

R.I.P. ❤ Thank you for your service. Thank you for your stories.

[@rsfaeges5298]

🪨🕯️🙏

[@teddygunzbarno2102]

When did he pass this video is not that old?

[@cliffvoutour3493]

@@teddygunzbarno2102 might be unbelievable, but things can be uploaded well after someone passes. Crazy eh? If you took 10 secs to google it, he passed in Aug of 2023. I know this because I just did it. Wow!

[@forknspon]

@@teddygunzbarno2102 In the description... "Our dear friend Vincent J. Speranza passed away peacefully on August 2, 2023 “Paratroopers never truly die - they just slip away." Interview recorded on November 5, 2022"

[@teddygunzbarno2102]

@@forknspon I know I saw it

[@benjaminnielsen4288]

I am so sad that we have lost most of these valiant men. We must honor these men, forever and again. This was a kind, gentile, humble interview, with a kind, gentile, and humble man. Thank You ❤

[@jojomcgee3430]

A TRUE HERO ! And those that keep their stories alive are amazing human beings!!

[@Victoria-z8l6l]

Mr. Speranza 🍻 Thank You for Your Service!! 🇺🇲

[@germanswede1781]

I admire this generation with the upmost respect and gratitude. My grandfather fought with the 29th Infantry, 116th division, K company 2nd platoon. He served from D day plus one throughout the wars end. He is 99 years old today, and still carries shrapnel in his leg from a German mortar, as well as the scars from an 8mm mauser shot through his thigh. Although he doesn’t say much about his time in the service it’s great to hear the stories he does share.

[@joycelagas6218]

Thank him for his service for me! God bless him and the family! ❤

[@allenvandyke732]

Ask him to speak to us like tell the stories of his time in the service but record it all then publish it for time eternal to learn from. Thank your hero Dad for his service, hell of a man!

[@FigaroHey]

Upmost is not a word. Utmost is a word.

[@PxThucydides]

You need to put a camera/phone on the table and get him to tell his story.

[@PL-rf4hy]

God bless him.

[@dundeeutility4899]

Imagine the things this true hero has seen in his life !!! Salute from Scotland sir 🙏

[@RegenerationOffical]

What are the chances, “Dundee Utility” I’m from Dundee too haha. Watching at the same time?

[@danpatterson6937]

What a fabulous storyteller! A delight to hear him tell his tale, even with the dire topic. This was a special treat.

[@boeing-lt4el]

"Two of us fought in WWII, one in Korea, one in Vietnam. We ran out of brothers by Afghanistan"

[@gizzyguzzi]

Yea. We can hear

[@zzznoonex]

​@@gizzyguzziLMAO 😂

[@chrisderidder4087]

Bro we are not deaf

[@belovedsandworm]

Huh?

[@danielsimmons7397]

It makes you wonder how many of their grandsons served doesn't it? My family is very much the same way, and his Generation is why I chose to serve when my time came.

[@ScottYork-ki4di]

Wow!!!! Thats the best interview ever. What a man. His generation will never be duplicated

[@jonnyke7090]

My grandfather and grandmother grew up in Friesland during the occupation. The stories they had/have (my grandfatger is no longer with us) are absolutely mindblowing. My grandad witnessed a german half track and soldiers being strafed by a supermarine spitfire. My grand mothers family had a canadian bomber crash on their farm, they took the pilots and crew in and hid them from tge gestapo. Holland was a terrifying place to be, hearing this mans story makes me thankful.. Very thankful. Its men like this that allowed my grandparents to live a free life. Once the ge war was over they immigrated to New Zealand and started a new life, I am 2nd generation NZer.

[@Shelly-lz9tm]

They were smart, New Zealand is one of the safest places to be in a war

[@Odyss-d2p]

A true American! Thank you for every service and sacrifice. We are truly grateful.

[@zackadamec9332]

The absolute hell that was the battle of the bulge being your first combat experience is just crazy. These men were built different, I've seen just about every interview he's done, hell of a man, hell of a soldier. May this hero RIP

[@solemnlament4546]

Not so much built different, but raised different.

[@SuperUAP]

​@@solemnlament4546facts. They weren't raised by tiktok

[@realwealthproperties5671]

I love Vincent Speranza! I’m so sad he’s gone. He was a true gem!

[@pamt9543]

These men didn't have a veil of deception made from the algorithm and social network programming of our youth. This world needs men like this again and they're all dying off. We are in for one hell of a fight to take our world back. Tysm for your service and sacrifice sir "THIS COUNTRY MUST NOT FALL" WE NEED TO STAND UP AS MEN AND FIGHT

[@vigilantobserver8389]

I miss Vincent's YT commentaries. He was a great man, soldier, and American! May God bless and keep you! R.I.P.❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@StacieMMeier]

As someone from the UK, thank you for helping to save the world from a great evil. May you rest in peace. To his family, you had a brave husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. The world is indebted to your family member for his bravery and determination to keep the world free from a great evil. May we honor the gift he has bestowed upon us by not failing.

[@lyndoncmp5751]

Much respect to this man, but America didn't go to war until America was attacked. Almost 1942. Britain went to war to fight Hitler in 1939. And not because Britain was attacked. The Battle of Britain in 1940 decided the fate of the western world.

[@AssassinGTM]

​@@lyndoncmp5751rather than trying to say which one saved the world can we just agree that the French got carried?

[@JoelBaxter-rj7uq]

Well said ma’am, as a 51 year old former soldier of two tours of duty during the last two military campaigns of the U.S. Army, I believe what you have said is true and correct, and I pray that the young of both of our great nations will continue the fight for freedom and peace, God save the King and God bless America

[@JoelBaxter-rj7uq]

@@lyndoncmp5751very true and as a former American soldier,( U.S. Army), I wish America would have had a great leader like Winston Churchill, an amazing leader and a true hero in his youth and an indomitable soldier during the First World War. I love history but to hero’s such as this man it’s not just history to him it was a part of his life, but we didn’t unfortunately, we were slow to start but when we got into the fray we did our part and then some, as did all the allies and together we spanked some axis ass, lol. RIP hero may you have eternal rest and peace in your place of honor among the great heroes, and know that we who are left behind have chiseled your story into the stones of our history and carry it in our hearts to remind us of the sacrifices you have made for our freedom and our country, and it is your memory that we pay honor to, yours and all the other great heroes since the birth of our nation thank you for your service and your service and your ultimate love of our nation we salute you and we shall never forget,

[@vtec1988]

This man's story telling sucked me in. God bless him and people like him.

[@andrewlemmy3279]

Such a privilege and honor to hear this man's story. Thank you so much for your service, stories and so much more. We proudly salute you.

[@thomasm.8859]

This country must not fail, this statement still counts today for a lot of countries. His experiences during WW2 are very moving and also heartwarming. I just decided where I‘ll spend a few days this October. I want to try the Airborne beer!

[@Brianwright808]

I saw my grandpa in his voice. My grandpa came home from the war and never talked about it, though. He was a Tech Sgt. somewhere in the Pacific. God bless these men...

[@buickmax]

I wish I could have met Vince and hear him sing "Blood on the risers", smoke a cigar with him and listen to his stories. R.I.P. Vince!

[@Jacked97Ram]

What a coincidence just finished his book “Nuts!” What a joy it is seeing him in person and hearing his voice. A great man and I encourage everyone to read his book

[@SuperUAP]

Did you read the first book? "Deez" 😂

[@kweenk5072]

What's the name of his book?? I'd love to read it.

[@libertine5606]

I am so glad that we are getting these stories! They are slipping through our fingers!

[@SuperUAP]

That's what she said

[@paulbradbury5792]

I was in the 82nd airborne for a few years about 20 ought years ago and we had the 82nd review one year and a diplomat from France spoke at the review one year and he talked about LGOPP's in WWII, which is little groups of pissed off paratroopers and how much havoc they created. This guy was one of them!! Thank you for your service to this country!!

[@troyclayton9981]

Thank you for your service Soldier. ❤❤my heart goes out to you

[@jeremypowell8039]

What a guy ! We should say thanks to him, his brothers and his parents. God bless them all

[@TRHARTAmericanArtist]

Dad was a bronze star recipient in Korean war. Breaks his heart to see what is happening in America. Saw many buddies killed so people could have freedom, but their sacrifice go unnoticed by most young people. He'll be 95 this year.

[@haeuptlingaberja4927]

I am so glad that my dad's WWII generation isn't around to see these friends of Putin and enemies of democracy spreading their hatred and filth.

[@bigbcor]

Why? He joined to allow people freedom. What exactly breaks his heart? Having a 90 times indicted and convicted felon running for office on the republican side?

[@christopherrobin3232]

Bollocks

[@Seasidecc95437]

Bless him, and you too. I made sure the youngsters in my family knew the sacrifices my father and brother made for this country. Never forget.

[@SuperUAP]

And yet.. you still voted for Biden... Sigh 😓

[@vickiallred977]

God Bless him and his fellow soldiers ❤

[@Sci-Fi-Mike]

The stories of these remarkable, courageous servicemen should never be forgotten. I'm grateful that this interview was recorded. Thank you for posting this video.

[@Adam-ze1jw]

What a great man, I coulda sat there and listened to him tell stories all day long.

[@NelsonMuntz1993]

Such a great story. I was hooked to the screen every second. Truly the greatest generation. I’m thankful for everything they did. I was born in 1993

[@craigfdavis]

I'm so glad there's another interview with Speranza! I just bought his book "Nuts!" a few days ago. So sad I didn't discover this until after he passed, otherwise I would have written him a letter thanking him for sharing this amazing tale with us.

[@SuperUAP]

You should have bought the first edition too. "Deez" 😂

[@samrodian919]

What a wonderful character! I just loved watching that. As far as I'm concerned a typical New York Italian as you will ever find!

[@YiggityYins]

Vincent Speranza is a legend

[@champanachampana4881]

Good morning. What a wonderful story. Thanks for the share of this special individual that saved our Democracy! Thanks.

[@sinisterisrandom8537]

He spoke his story and fulfilled what he had to. All those who died are not forgotten, so long as Veterans continue talking about the tales. To the end.

[@jessvolina6007]

The mentality, the patriotism. It’s honestly enough to bring a tear to your eye to know the love someone could have for the country they came to that they would tell their sons it’s worth fighting for. That is the most beautiful, incredible, American thing I have ever heard! I was gonna go on about how some ppl are now and our borders etc but nothing more is worth mentioning. I’d rather just end on the gratitude I have for this man, his brothers and every other man who left home to defend the greatest National on earth. We are NOTHING without our Vets. God Bless you all and thank you from the bottom of my heart. 🇺🇸

[@kenpettus8348]

God love u brother, y'all (and I mean every branch) saved the free world! Much love and respect!!

[@DouglasBrightman-yb8ry]

Wow what a storyteller I could listen to him all day Nothing but sheer admiration for this guy

[@martinhanley9524]

What a great soldier - AMAZING - the greatest generation ! God bless that Pisano

[@gmach13]

Love the beer story, especially the one 65 years later. Glad you made it home.

[@danielwolf6875]

ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR ALLLWAAAYYYSS!!!!!! I am so Happy that I am blessed to be able to hear this, from such a magnificent man as he is........... Spectacular!!!! Baruch Hashem!!!!!!!

[@Karhald]

Love the energy and storytelling ability of this guy. What a treasure.

[@paulysewad1869]

Many thanks to you Mr Speranza and your family for your service. Rest in Peace & Glory to God!!!

[@mikemesich2572]

A wonderful story. I love the veteran tales about the war and this is one of the best!

[@EricRush]

I saw an earlier interview with Mr Speranza and bought his book. Sent it to a friend when I finished reading it. What a man he was.

[@LatinaChef1986]

What’s his book called? I’m interested in reading it.

[@Bama_Beamed]

I’ve heard the beer story so many times and never realized it was him. Legend right here, one of the hardest generations

[@iamwill_s_t]

Only God could have brought Speranza through the war, drinks to his wounded comrades through artillery and fame seventy some years later. God bless you and all of our veterans.

[@jasonwcoleman250]

What a character, what a legend! His legacy lives on......

[@EliM100]

A great man...with a TRULY GREAT father!!!

[@cocodog85]

what an incredible story. both the killing the enemy and then discovering that he was famous. thanks for bringing that heritage to me and my children. 🍺

[@BailyCasper]

Truly legendary man, all of our military vets are no matter where you served. Thank you for everything you sacrificed for us and country.

[@BadMonkeyTouring]

Such a wonderful storyteller. I could listen to him all day. RIP soldier. Currahee.

[@tommychew6544]

I rank this up there with my favorite WWII war stories! Men thought different back then, or you could say much the same if put in the same position. I loved it! As a Marine from the 80's that beer would have been the best gift I would say!

[@tinahickman6300]

Listening to Vince narrate his experiences, its like Im right there with him in his memories and in that village and in his mothers kitchen.

[@Doctor-p2r]

Hi pretty, I'm Andrew Cobo from United States and you?

[@Simulera]

A while ago I said this about this great man, forgive me repeating. He has a perfect name. Speranza means hope. These wonderful interviews immortalize him.

[@101stgrunt6]

I was in the Rakkasans 101st and I could listen to this man talk for month straight.

[@caconfer]

Rakkasan! A co 2/187 and 3/187

[@101stgrunt6]

@@caconfer 3rd, battle hard.

[@dennismetzger9287]

Trained with the Rakkasans out in camp Greyling

[@101stgrunt6]

@@dennismetzger9287 When I was in the Rakkasans they were high speed stone cold killers and got tasked with missions that sometimes were given to special ops. They are good dudes.

[@legneil]

Thank you for your service sir.

[@markschultheis5931]

I love that story, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service. Hod bless you. All you boys became men real fast and fought for our freedom. Thank you.

[@jonsm114]

Had the pleasure of meeting Vince at Jefferson Barracks a couple years ago before he passed. True gentleman! RIP Vince!

[@funkybassguy68]

What a fantastic story teller. I could have listened to this gentleman all day. Deepest respect to all veterans who served. I myself am former Canadian military and proud of it. Salute to all!!!

[@boccardo62]

This man is so badass. Makes me proud to be a soldier 🇺🇸🪖

[@jacksun_jack]

I would sit and listen to his stories all day

[@thomasovendale1437]

The man is a natural story teller!!!

[@Seasidecc95437]

My father got in the Navy at 16 yrs old in 1942 with a note from his mom. I have to say, he looked like a full grown man. Hard to believe

[@1930SeanConnery]

I love how sharp he is. How he can recall such details. What a joy to hear his stories.

[@rafaelcorrea405]

R.I.P Legend!

[@genebohannon8820]

Curse and traverse is now also elevated like all good tripod tuners.

[@Shinobi33]

What a great storyteller. What a great memory. I can't remember conversations from 10 days ago let alone the moments from 60 years ago this gentleman is recounting

[@fmfdocbotl4358]

I can't remember what I ate yesterday but I can remember everything about the beginning of my service 30+ yrs ago until I retired.

[@alanlavallee1073]

One of the very best interviews I've watched. Loved listening to him tell his stories.. Thank you so much.

[@pauljefferies9087]

Thank heavens someone had the sense to film this fella! Where else could we learn it? Seriously!

[@jasonallen7212]

I absolutely love this story from this war veteran hero. I watch a few before bed and him being suprised about being famous for the beer had me chuckling lol. I'm sure all those memories popped up in his head like it had been yesterday. Thank you for your service, if you are now not here then thank his family also for having an outstanding soldier in a time when our country needed him so much....👍👍

[@LVHooper]

What a legend. Absolutely amazing, they don't make 'em like this anymore.