Stories of Survival - Chad Robichaux

USMC Force Recon Veteran, Chad Robichaux recounts the gripping story of rescuing his long time friend and Afghan Interpreter Azizullah Aziz and his family.

[@michaelwilmott5530]

I served in Iraq with the 1st battalion 87th Infantry regiment 10th Mountain division. I can tell you with firsthand experience that our interpreters were true Patriots of their country. And I would go back to hell with them. This story made me so damn happy for this true American. Welcome home brother!

[@s.gproductions9684]

That’s very true thank you for your service

[@jobannycruz9803]

Thank you for your service!

[@Realisticoutdoorsmen]

What year?

[@caseyrayburn5887]

I was born and raised in Watertown, never was able to serve our country as I have a blood disorder. But I tried like hell. Thank you for your service and I thank every foreign soilder that helped get my fellow Americans home to their family 🙏

[@bradleydennis1263]

Welcome home to you as well 🫡

[@mikemade_]

Happy as hell to call a man like Aziz a fellow Texan!!!

[@m4a1_delta66]

That’s very wholesome and welcoming I’m glad things turned out good for him and his family

[@brockmayer7900]

Same I was just thinking man I’d love for him to live in my city to meet him

[@jonathanwalkowski3437]

Aziz from Calnet?

[@Zubeneshemali]

Much Respect for BOTH men!! Hell of a job!!

[@RabbitxRabbit]

Aziz’ story is the true American story. He’s not American just because he was born here. He’s American because he chose to be. He chose freedom. He chose democracy. And he fought for it. Not just for himself, but for his family and for everyone else. I’m proud to have him in our family now. Welcome to Texas, Aziz.

[@kittycatcat6962]

Lmfao a droplet in a bucket, man did youre country ever fuck over youre interpreters lol not us, not the polish, not the brits, not the italians, not the japanese, literally nobody but you guys, oh yeah true american haha

[@chancefluke7833]

Amen brother

[@SoldierAndrew]

We're a Constitutional Republic with democratic elections but we're not a democracy. Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting what to have for dinner.

[@charltonbreezy3929]

Yeah without going over to 3rd world countries and showing them force of power we would not be safe. God bless

[@Metal_Siren]

That man Aziz is more American than a lot of people here. Honored to have him amongst us.

[@slavaukraine5245]

Amen

[@garykirk1968]

Aziz, you're a fucking legend brother. Glad to have you hear in this land.

[@xiso]

Here I am, 36, two deployments.. crying like a kid, just moved by this story. Thank you - knowing that something good happened at this shitty end that it was.

[@user-gr6nm3rs4v]

It's ok shhh now shhh

[@operater3-1]

Thank you for your service brother

[@MDR-hn2yz]

Yeah. I feel that way too. I was a helo guy and had no personal involvement with terps. But two of the proudest missions I flew were supporting the first free election in Iraq; and flying teams of female medics and doctors out to villages to treat local women who were denied medical care. I feel terrible about the way the Afghan war ended, but I think the way Iraq ended was just as bad. We pulled out and isis took over. I’m glad some of them made it out ok.

[@tedley70]

I had the honor of meeting both of these amazing men: the focus and flippable switch from seemingly complete ease to intensity were expected. Their incredible kindness and intentionality were not. In a world that advertises millions of "idols," "icons," "influencers," and "role models" that universally disappoint, Chad and Aziz are men genuinely worthy of looking up to as men who are dangerous and under control, accomplished and refuse to settle for the apparently possible, and of deep character that doesn't compromise.

[@ryanainlay224]

Demon hand, Buddha Heart

[@Jameywells777]

Did you ask him how hard it was dragging those big balls around?

[@Jameywells777]

This dude is fearless

[@rutrutbella600]

Bless you Aziz and u brother

[@hjgh1973]

Well said

[@lesflynn4455]

This is one of the best human stories I've seen on this channel, and there's many very good ones. Aziz will be an excellent American, as will his six children. Every Western country that fought in Afghanistan had some excellent interpreters working with them. Guys like Aziz stuck their necks out to defend our soldiers over and over again. It would have been a very rough job. It made them huge targets for the Taliban and insurgent types of all sorts. They were effectively marked for death if the Taliban took the country back. And the Taliban took the country back. Chad Robicheaux's efforts in getting Aziz out of Afghanistan at such a tumultuous time are to be truly commended. That would have been really, really difficult. I'm so glad they were all able to make it happen. Aziz and his family are safe, thanks to some very grateful and resourceful people. God bless you all. From an appreciative Australian. I have no doubt that people like Aziz will make the best kind of American.

[@rustygardhouse7895]

Thanks for bringing stories like this into the light. Freedom isn't free

[@wcpgorkda2003]

True, I have my guy Sadık from Iraq.

[@Cleared_hot]

Aziz is impressive warfighter. Good dude. You can tell.

[@robdubent]

He’s here in the US. It’s in the video fam

[@Cleared_hot]

@@robdubent I seen that after my comment

[@user-fc7ug4sl9p]

60,000 died fighting for their Country... GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL WHO Fought FOR FREEDOM. THANK YOU 🙏🏼

[@jabberwockygaming6996]

Fellow Iraq Vet and am happy to call Aziz and his family true Americans and Patriots. Thank you for your service.

[@davewichman2479]

I was embedded with the ANCOP as a mentor on one of my trips to Afghanistan. I fought side by side with our Afghans. They fought and died for their freedoms and I miss them.

[@user-fz6hc1ky7r]

One of the best "friendship stories" ever---fantastic----go old glory.

[@TheUnitedStatesofAmericaUSA]

Aziz, thank you for your service in supporting our service members and our country’s values. I am humbled and truly grateful that I will call you a fellow American in a few years after the naturalization process. Chad, thank you and all the other veterans and people around the world who risked their own lives to allow another human being to live their life in a democracy where freedom reigns. 🇺🇸 🗽

[@nunyurbyznes7611]

What a uplifting story! So glad you could rescue your brother in arms and life!

[@IWETROBOTICS]

Probably one of the best stories out there

[@BurnProcessMedia]

Chad and Aziz, thank you for your service. This is an amazing story of loyalty and brotherhood. Welcome home! Texas is proud to have you all!

[@jamesgrantom7152]

I was never in the military, but many of my friends were. Welcome to Texas Aziz, I'm glad you and your countrymen who assisted our people are here and safe.

[@Dvsnb]

Welcome home Aziz! Thank you both for your service to this country.

[@snakeman48]

Gripping story with a happy ending for Aziz and his family

[@bsellman6881]

This is by far one of the best, if not the best video brcc has put out! The intensity of this whole story is almost unmanageable. Chad is the embodiment of a hero and Patriot! 🇺🇲🙏

[@kari8187]

I’ll say it again gentleman, this needs to be a full length film, absolutely riveting

[@seanmcconville9159]

What an amazing story, and what an amazing couple of blokes! I'm an Australian Iraq and Afghanistan veteran.

[@ARKGTM]

The stories are great but what I appreciated the most is the slow time break down of the incident on the range with both the guys afterwards. So insightful and adds so much depth to the story.

[@Militaryshoplv]

One of the best episode! Guys, you doing awsome work!💪👊

[@markbirkhead2784]

This story warmed my hear I'm an ex British infantry vet and I agree they are real warriors patriots will give there life for your and many have done love this story glad it had a happy ending and all his family can live free and happy now ❤

[@brandonkertzman8357]

Makes me very proud that knowing you guys share all the stories of Americans supporting and fighting for us at home. Thank you and to to the brave men and women whom fight for us. I watch every single video you guys put out. Coming from my military family...Really thank you all for your service

[@billledbetter7978]

Axis risked everything. Man’s got balls of steel. So glad he and his family got out. From one Texan to another, welcome home. Thank you BRCC for bringing this story to light. You guys might not know this, but you’re not just a coffee company, you’re a movement that this country desperately needs.

[@S68_X5MC]

This was one of my favorite ones BRCC! Keep up the good work over there. 🇺🇲

[@carlosgavino6874]

I love seeing elite warriors come home its a privilege to get to hear thier stories of their courageous efforts and battles i love the elite warriors that fought alongside our warriors with a brotherhood felt and forged through hardships on an international scale

[@philplasterer1547]

No words… just joy and love these TRUE Americans!!!! ❤️✝️🇺🇸🫡

[@chocolatefrenzieya]

I'm glad you got your ally and friend here to safety. My daughter's fiance' was involved in the withdrawal and is currently suffering with significant PTSD.

[@kcov6170]

Aziz!!!...We love ya bro. You're more of an American than some of the Americans born and raised here. Not only that, but you're a Soldier. You deserve the utmost respect...We need more men like you, Brother. And you lived the motto---Semper Fi 🤝🇺🇸. May God bless you and yours

[@soonerfrac4611]

Chad didn’t mention this, and I’m sure neither he nor Glenn would even care about the publicity, but a large reason why they were able to raise such a vast sum of money in such a short time frame was that Chad & Mighty Oaks had partnered with Glenn Beck and his Nazarene Fund. Both men were pounding the halls of Congress, the military, traveling to and from the UAE, and other places as well to get thousands of people evacuated. They did great things.

[@chrisortiz2945]

Chad introduced me to Jiu Jitsu and is an American 🇺🇸 Hero! Thank you brother for your service.

[@billybarrow426]

Beautiful story. Thank you for your service and God bless.....

[@gdcoleman93]

Thank you for your service. Thank you for being good Americans.

[@Thomas-tc3ox]

Im loving these "Stories Of Survival"! These men are true hero's. Real men.

[@scottmcclean2349]

These men are the definition of Bravery.

[@eman2498]

Thank you Aziz for your service. May God bless you and your family.

[@kyleholmes2472]

Great story, Aziz ✊🏼

[@joshmajor8662]

Words can’t convey how amazing this story is!!!! Thank you 👍

[@bradleyhetherington2145]

Thank you for sharing the truth about what happened and thank you for getting him out. That's amazing teamwork

[@chibbeee]

Thank you for sharing such great stories and truths.

[@MichaelGalt]

Amazing story. Literally almost got me to tear up. You guys are heroes.

[@garykimber1989]

Incredible story. Robichaux wasn't the only Chad on that battlefield. ANA terps for ISAF earned thier right to asylum. Very well highlighted by BRCC Good on you.

[@rickkingl]

One of the best stories I’ve heard!! Thank you

[@yankeehunter3466]

how cool is it he made a brother on the other side of the world. theres still hope out there, love everybody we are all in this together.

[@mikerizzo7750]

Absolutely amazing story! Thank you for your service Aziz & Chad.

[@thomascosden540]

Amazing video. I have no words. Humanity at its finest

[@wvlongshooter3912]

This is the most touching content I’ve ever seen!!! Thank you!!

[@jimherron5540]

Thanks for sharing guys! Appreciate what y’all, and what all your team, and your family have done and endured for freedom. God Bless 🙏🏼

[@albertlabrouche159]

THANK YOU BOTH for all you have done and will do! Aziz glad to hear you are a Texan now!

[@jonathanpaxton7791]

An incredible story and an amazing display of humanity all around. Thank you so much for sharing

[@joemalloy4224]

what a tear Jenkins yet heartwarming story, thank you for your service, and welcome to your new home!

[@user-qx6tl8dy7x]

Damn. This hits hard. Good work on both of your parts. I understand the connection you have with the local national (interpreter) you were assigned but it was up to you both to build on that and protect each other as brothers fighting for the same cause. Well done. This story brings me to tears of sorrow and joy at the same time. Semper Fi.

[@freethinkingamerican80]

I almost shed a tear, that was great, really liked this story. Thank you for sharing.

[@-RONNIE]

I hope people appreciate the story

[@JohnJohnson-rp3jo]

My new favourite KZbin channel. Huge respect to you everyone involved and thanks for bringing these important stories to the masses ❤️

[@masterofwit339]

Absoluteiy incredible video. The reenactment alone had me biting my nails. Aziz is a brother. Thank you both for your service on the field, with our veterans and on this app.

[@samuelshankle]

Happy to be a part of this great video. Professor Chad is a great teacher and mentor that has led a very interesting and amazing life. I am glad to see Black Rifle sharing amazing veteran stories like this one

[@nrolled2888]

Thank you for everything.

[@robertdavenport856]

This is absolutely amazing, God Bless Aziz and Chad, these guys are real heroes!! Semper Fi

[@Thatconcreteguy]

Just came across this channel and I love it. Thank you to those who gave some and most importantly those who gave it all. ❤🇺🇸💪🙏

[@clinkerclint]

Amazing story. Thanks for both of your work.

[@jakerush6806]

We live among GIANTS and Chad & Aziz are patriots, Brothers & Giants who I have much respect for after learning what they went through. We are so lucky that there are people like Aziz and Chad...may God Bless both of you and your families and all of the men & woman we have lost during that war.

[@justinlentz9045]

Amazing video as always BRCC!!!

[@thijs6264]

This is such a good and inspiring story. I dont think there will be a friendship, a bond even, like you two have anywhere in the world. Real Brotherhood. Thank you both for all you did, warriors.

[@cscott7200]

thank you aziz 🙏

[@iamnolegend2519]

This reminds me of my brother-in-law, Johnny, and his interpreter. Johnny served 4 tours in Afghanistan. After he got home he lost his battle with PTSD and shot himself. After his death, Johnny’s mom continued the work to get his interpreter and his family to the US. It took several years, but thankfully we got his interpreter and his family here in early 2020. The fact we left those in Afghanistan who bled for us is a disgrace. I’m ashamed of what we failed to do.

[@charlesvenangojr.3513]

Beautiful story, thanks for bringing a man like him back Chad, true American Spirit.

[@WordToMomsYo]

This was so heartwarming and inspiring... I honestly almost shed a tear. Chad did the right thing, even when it wasn't expedient or easy, to make every effort to help evacuate his friend and partner. Aziz spent years risking his life and the lives of his loved ones fighting for the freedom of his country. In the end, Aziz and his family get to enjoy the freedoms of being Americans, and we're all the better for it. Such an amazing story. Thanks for this one...

[@dancooper9213]

Absolutely stunning job on this story. Thank you for sharing and educating me. What a travesty it was for our country to leave the way we did, but I am in awe of those who still did what they did to save a friend, brother, family.

[@earljohnson2676]

What a great story and that’s what I call loyalty not only to your country but to your friends . Much respect for both me who sacrificed so much of there lives so we can sleep without the threat of some terrorist knocking on our front door .

[@antoniomilone5472]

True acts of selflessness! Great work. God bless!

[@alextaylor29]

Superb video thank you and welcome to America Aziz!

[@brianpotter2135]

Thank you sir! Its a shame you had to watch your freedom being taken away after all your hard work.

[@NekwaWatch]

What a great story I hope this turns into a movie

[@Joelontugs]

Thank you guys for your service

[@Fallujahdeathdealer]

Absolutely beautiful video. War is hell

[@jefffoo7666]

Sending Mad Respect to Aziz and Chad. You are both American Heroes and Worthy of honor from one Combat Vet to another. Thank You from the bottom of my heart.

[@ziggyblue782]

Welcome to Texas! Happy and proud as hell to have ya. Thank you for your service. God bless

[@mariofeathers4194]

Thank you for your service. Namaste

[@mrjaykayjlo]

This might be the best thing I have ever seen on KZbin

[@lionel170]

Thank you for your service brothers. God bless you.

[@Alpha-Mike-Foxtrot]

Really good. Thanks for the content.

[@jessebell1930]

While I trained up for the sand pit I didn't end up going (Australian Army). The Lads that did went through hell like these guys did. And every single one of these guys, Australian, American, British etc., have this Digger's utmost respect👊👊👊

[@michaelpcooksey5096]

God bless you and your service. Outstanding!!

[@number1squib488]

Goosebumbs man. So awesome.

[@darrenmarney8577]

There is a deep story in the conflict that is only understood by those involved 👌 It was awesome to hear this story 👍

[@user-he3rw2kj1g]

Thank you for this storie, its completely changed my mind on the Afghan national army. god bless and rest in peace to all service members who fought an died in Afghanistan.

[@rossperdue1305]

WOW is all I can say. God bless you both and your families!

[@oliverwalker5954]

You both have a friend for life, thats beautiful. You obviously care fore each other, relying on each other, saving each others lives, this is really nice to see rolemodels like this, we need men like Aziz and Robichaux in the world to fight evil. I wish i could.

[@asya9493]

Twenty one minutes and eleven seconds just cannot do that story justice. That was wonderful. And I can't help thinking that you and Aziz and the people with you will keep doing the right thing, always.

[@chris-vj5wu]

As a born and raised Texan i thank you for your sacrifices.I’m happy for you and your family making it here safe.Welcome to Texas.definitely picked the right state.

[@jeffshriber6120]

Aziz your an incredible man, a patriot to your country, and a hero for standing up and supporting American warriors ty.

[@ealiasnazir]

Best video I’ve seen in a while

[@bigchimptactical]

What an amazing story. Respect to all current, former, living, retired, and dead service members. Welcome home guys.

[@Jameywells777]

Thank you ALL for your Service.