Garry Owen 7th Cav Tribute Lt Gen Hal Moore

Lieutenant Colonel Harold G. Moore, Jr., took command of one of the battalions of the 11th Air Assault Division in June, 1964. He trained and tested the officers and soldiers of his battalion for over a year. Upon completion of testing, the 11th Air Assault Division (Test) was redesignated the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), and Lieutenant Colonel Moore's battalion was given the 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry colors. The sister battalion became the 2d Battalion, 7th Cavalry. In August, 1965, the 1st Cavalry Division, including the 1st and 2d Battalions, 7th Cavalry, deployed to Vietnam.
Lt Col Harold G. Moore commanded the 7th Cavalry which took part in one of the bloodiest battles of Vietnam, Ia Drang Valley, known as the Valley of Death, which started on November fourteenth 1965. The 7th Calvary was flown into the valley on a search and destroy operation, after the North Vietnamese attacked a Special Forces base a few days earlier. At the end of the fourth day over two hundred United States Soldiers and over a thousand North Vietnamese Army soldiers had died in combat over the two landing zones.
Using sixteen Huey Helicopters Moore and his men landed at the landing zone called X-Ray at the base of Chu Pong Mountain in November of 1965. After an hour on the ground, the 7th Calvary took fire from the enemy. The men received support fire with artillery at a nearby United States military base and help from bombers and fighter planes overhead. Moore continued to use air support and artillery while his enemy kept trying to overpower him with sheer numbers. However, Moore knew his life line was the Huey’s that were able to bring fresh men and supplies in while taking the wounded back to base. Moore kept the lines open and his men were successful in the end from fending off the North Vietnamese Army after some bloody fighting.
Harold G. Moore has since talked about why he was successful. Leading up to the battle Moore claims “through greater detailed preparations the 7th Calvary rose above others, they understood the people, the tactics, and history of the area of Vietnam.” Moore also understood who he was fighting. He had read the history of the French who previously had tried to control Vietnam. Harold Moore followed his principles of conduct during battle in each engagement. He trusted his instincts, was always alert and had no threat of fear. He commented “that a leader must be visible on the battle field, to let his men know he is there with them.” He inspired his men to continue to fight hard. Harold Moore and the 7th Calvary won the battle of Ia Drang Valley, and subsequent battles. However, Moore knew at the end of the battle what the Viet Cong were willing to sacrifice and the American military was not prepared for what would ensue.

[@SystemOfStrategy]

Honored to have been able to talk with General Moore about the Battle of the Ia Drang, a humble and courageous soldier more concerned about those under his command than himself. I salute you Sir, Rest in Peace, you have earned it.

[@TheJoeyboots]

I Love The Calvary!

[@pimhoeben2759]

I respect him som much a big strong general but also a humble and kind man

[@pimhoeben2759]

@@TheJoeyboots i do to cavalry is still a powefull and tactical milltary branch :)

[@tothgyorgyi2932]

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[@tothgyorgyi2932]

@@TheJoeyboots ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🌹🌹🌹👍

[@davidforce5617]

I respect the way they consider Joe Galloway to be a Cav trooper. He received a Bronze Star with V device for bravery under fire in the Ia Drang valley. And don't forget the ultimate Bad Ass SgtMaj Plumley.

[@paulzammataro7185]

​@@artinnevada Thank You, Sir!

[@CineOdyssey]

I served under Lt Col/Col. Moore in Vietnam '65 - '66.....We reunited at a 1st Cav reunion in 1987 and we became good friends. I attended his funeral in Auburn, AL and his burial at the Ft Benning Cemetery. We have talked often over the years before he passed.....I miss and love you General Moore....Thanks for your friendship and the help you've given me....... Until we meet again... Garry Owen Sir!

[@jayrock8584]

one cannot say enough good things about Col Moore,,,,,,,,Eat you heart out loud mouth JAR head R.Lee Ermy

[@alexeubanks467]

My grandfather was with 82nd arty (avn) airmobile , and HHB 1st BN 77th arty As a forward arty surveyor of first cav Airmobile or “air cav the best cav” as he would say. Thank you for your service and many years of health and happiness to you and your family , Grandson of SFC Herb Eubanks

[@1fromtheroad]

Welcome home. 🇺🇸

[@larryoconnor7094]

Garryowen is a suburb of Limerick City, Ireland.

[@giovannidibravato5576]

thank you for your service in Vietnam

[@kenweitzel2377]

A man’s man - a soldiers dearest friend - an enemies worst nightmare - a credit to humanity. Loved by all he touched. A Country’s treasure.

[@jeffm3163]

And unlike many leaders he wasnt safely tucked away in Saigon. He was in the middle of battle with his men.

[@tothgyorgyi2932]

👍👍🌹🌹🙏🙏🙏

[@tothgyorgyi2932]

@@jeffm3163 🙏🙏🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@mikeprez9577]

The true American hero. I have so much respect for this man . Truly humble and a great leader who cared about as men.

[@rickjohnson1266]

When Basil Plumber died, not a word was heard on the news. Tha was terrible. Our heroes need to be given more respect. My Father served in Vietnam.

[@jamesduncan9442]

Perhaps the best soldiers general since Omar Bradley. I never had the honor of meeting General Moore, but I did meet GOA Bradley several times when I was stationed at William Beaumont General Hospital, across the street from Ft. Bliss. He usually met every Med Evac flight from Nam. I was a medic on the septic orthopedic, amputee ward 18 in early ‘71.

[@mwhyte1979]

Looking at the picture of Gen. Moore and CSM Plumley in their dress uniforms; I've got to say that Gen. Moore's uniform looked a bit plain compared to CSM Plumley's uniform. Thank you Gen. Moore and CSM Plumley for your service.

[@harryohrt5255]

A little story about the resplendence of the command sergeant-major uniform. My little sister was dating her future husband while going to North Dakota State. He was invited to the Army ROTC spring military ball, so he brought her. She knew little of military ways. When introduced to the ROTC sergeant-major, she asked him: "are you a marine ?"

[@j.d.peppmeier9041]

They were soldiers in the best traditions of the term and I am proud to have been a member of the same army at the same time !! Well done General Moore !

[@josemoreno3334]

My brother was with the 1st Cav. in Viet Nam 1971-72. Welcome Home.

[@jamesduncan9442]

I probably was support for him. Medic in PLEIKU, 67th Evac.

[@stephensteiner8620]

God rest this Hero’s soul! A Great Leader! First Cav. First Team!

[@bongoskull]

Certainly, with-out-a-doubt, one of Americans greatest warriors. A 1/5.

[@pimhoeben2759]

Lt general is a great hero A great man And heroic may his deeds and name remembered forever a briliant cavalry general hooray!!!

[@HistoryBuff1973]

When asked by a young West Point Cadet what advice he had for young Army Officers..... Moore's response... "Get yourself a good Sargeant shut up and listen"

[@tanyadecapito5262]

Read the book. If there aren't tears in your eyes when you read the last chapter there is something wrong with you.

[@johnmcmorris1170]

A true warrior and leader of men. We owe them much. Garry Owen!

[@NavyCWO]

Since it was determined to rename Ft. Benning, I can not think of a better name than that of LTGEN Hal Moore. RIP, Sir!

[@fredlaughlin6343]

We need generals like this today instead of the politician, passes that are there now.

[@MichaelSisley-fw3xr]

I see Col Moore as right up there at the top of American fighting men. An officer who undertook the hardships of his men upon himself. He definitely lead from the front. We ALL salute you sir.

[@mercian7]

I am not an American..but Great men should be remembered. Humble and did his duty.

[@tothgyorgyi2932]

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[@tothgyorgyi2932]

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[@azor5854]

Mi mayor respeto y admiración para un hombre que murió con las botas puestas. Ha sido héroe,soldado,patriota hasta los últimos días de su vejez. Toda mi admiración,desde España,para el General Moore de un legionario del ejército español. Viva la caballería!!! Que no deje de sonar Gary Owen en su honor.

[@specialunit0428]

I am English and I have never heard of this man, but by these pictures, he looks like a legend!

[@braggartone7038]

Garryowen for Glory the Irish Legends.

[@roberthudson1959]

He IS a legend. As of 2023, one of the US Army's major bases is named for LG Moore and his wife, an important figure in her own right. Julia Moore initiated a change to the casualty notification process. That change evolved into the standard practice for the entire US military.

[@peterswanson9590]

Read We Were Soldiers Once...and Young. The book will change you.

[@khb6686]

You should thank men like those. Without them you and your whole country would be speaking German.

[@jaynawilliams6060]

Thank you for your service General Moore.

[@gustavoalejandrojosescavuz4706]

CAUSE WE ARE SOLDIERS AND YOUNG!!!! GLORY AND HONOR FOR THE HEROES OF IA DRANG!!!! THE 7TH LIVE FOR EVEER!!!!

[@williamc.1198]

A soldier's soldier! RIP. Sir!

[@Auss3Natasha]

Thank you for the pictures of Moore and Plumley. Great men, both.

[@louiswager2629]

No doubt Gen Hal More redeemed the Honor of the 7th Cav.

[@starguy2718]

No doubt about it.

[@pythonprofreak7522]

Rest in Peace! Salute to your sir! 4-7th Cav.

[@scottriley1913]

General Hal Moore the best of the best, the finest of the finest, character of the highest order, splendid behavior......the United States Cavalry, there are others like him out there now, ready and willing. Men like him must never be forgotten.

[@gerbear1907]

Thank You Sir for service to our country. One Vet to another.

[@jamescrabb8766]

This generation of Americans has passed on and handed the torch on to a new generation. A generation of people (who often) are unwilling to follow rules - think good and bad are about the same - believe that they can do anything they want and then call that freedom. Nothing but trouble and woe comes for free You earn what you get, pray to God, and do your best, Moore and his generation believed this, and practiced it. They were as great as humans are capable of being. We now seek equal results for different effort. Welcome to the new world. A place where you get a trophy for being a good loser.

[@giuseppecangiamila3395]

A man of Honor💘💘💘W General Moore...for Moore hip hip.... hurraaaaaaaaa 💓💓💓🔥🔥🔥

[@thegator5000]

What a wonderful man , and a great AMERICAN

[@angelozararis7404]

To these great worries to say thank you for your service is not ever enough. This is why you respect that great flag of this great nation.

[@zip9106]

Stand At Ease. Your Duty is done! TAPS My brother in Arms.

[@tothgyorgyi2932]

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[@joeeverett9950]

I never even heard General Moore was gone. I watch news every night. It's more concerned with what some politician yaps about than to mention the passing of a great American hero. Wish I could have served under someone like him.

[@oldfarteredneck7531]

I served in Vietnam with four people who with him in the Ia Drang Valley. From what they said of him, the movie falls FAR short of the real man.

[@snowhawk58]

A real 'Soldier's Soldier' God Bless you Sir!

[@geraldmoore1836]

I like to make the comment that general hal moore dedication and love for his country will go down for all times in the history books of brave Americas i come from co carlow Ireland wich is the home co of myles keogh who fought and died with general custard at the battle of the little big horn he all fought in the civil war and won many medals of honour For his bravery all so God bless your family sir and I hope some day to meet them may be they will come to Ireland and visit the carlow musume. I visited the veitnam memorial wall at washington very sad place . I am glad i seen your picture on face book you were an inspiration to us all.

[@kernriver1967]

Though not with the Cav (199th LIB), I salute the spirit of this great warrior!

[@DavidGarcia-fc1wf]

My Dad was in the 7th. Inf. Division in WW2. He survived the Battles of Attu, Kwagalien and Leyte. He missed Okinaw because after 5 months at Leyte he had Stomach parasites and Malaria and had lost 50 lbs. Took him 10 months to get out of the Hospital!

[@NoBadPit]

I was with HHT 2/7th CAV. Med. Platoon 4th ID at Ft. Carson, CO back in 1991. Cav to Ya!!!!

[@franklnieto1]

Glorious... fitting tribute to an American legend!

[@NormanShore-mv3fp]

Time to recognize the MASSIVE contribution to freedom and worldwide economic and social progress- the direct result of the brave and inventive actions of America's military and that of our Allies. Time to reinvent and re-engage for the next century of greatness and open opposition to tyranny. Stand up for America. Support our soldiers and their families. God bless General Moore.

[@williamturley3224]

WONDERFUL man FANTASTIC film .

[@tvushington6994]

Literal Legend 🔥

[@gunsaway1]

Great man and Cavalry Trooper

[@oldreliable40]

God bless gen Moore I was at ft. hood in 84 with 13 spt cmd. 1st cav was right next door. allons!! also sgt major plumley!!

[@seventhcavalry4794]

Served with the 2/7 First Cavalry in 69-70 Vietnam.

[@johnfrancis2215]

Respect from Yorkshire England RIP sir

[@khb6686]

The English are almost as sad as the French. If it weren’t for Americans you both would be speaking German now.

[@andymckane7271]

Thank you for a service career extremely well done, General Moore. And rest in peace knowing you helped make our world a better and safer place for all humanity.

[@3melendr]

What a man! What a Trooper! What a Soldier! They don't come like these anymore. A leader from a difficult and troubled time with the scars of WWII and Korea still visible on the faces of those who went before him. This man took his orders, executed them and found hundreds who helped him do so willingly.

[@Otswartz]

I believe we still do make them like the Gen. They are out there, young Lt's and Sargents waiting for their country to need them. RIP Gen.

[@MrSdmckenna]

Nice! From Garry Owen to glory! I have read that George Custer adopted the tune when he heard it passing an encampment of the 69th New York Infantry. The Fighting Irish! Garry Owen is in Limerick.

[@pawpawstew]

One word, sir. "Garryowen".

[@MrSdmckenna]

@@pawpawstew Just respecting the title. It IS Garryowen.

[@bobjones8892]

Actually it was Captain Myles Keogh, that introduced ' Gary Owen' to Custer. His father had been an officer in the 5th Irish Lancers, and Gary Owen was there official marching tune. So Keogh knew the tune quite well. Also in the Gaelic language it translates to 'garden of owen'

[@TheJoeyboots]

Break my heart! Col God Bless.

[@kokomokid4006]

A long time ago,far away. GARRY OWEN!

[@vonelbing8465]

'Fort Benning' has now been renamed 'Fort Moore' very fitting. Memorial Day 2023. For all the brothers...

[@normanchodrick2630]

I saw on another memorial to LTG Hal Moore where he said he would like to meet again the men he lost at Ia Drang and some have remarked that you would like to meet him again. It does sound like LTG Moore and some of you have an inkling of how it works. God keeps the good 'uns and brings them back if he needs them or they need to come back. The bad ones-not so much.

[@GM-oj5qt]

Hal Moore is an American hero God Bless him

[@stever8776]

I saw a trooper near Ft Benning and he had the 'Air Cavalry' insignia on his shoulder. I said go Air Cav. He looked at me with a puzzled expression. He said he was in an armored unit. So now there's Air Assault instead of Air Cavalry. Damn that symbol still belongs on Helicopters or mounted horse Cavalry to me. I guess armored Bigade is modern Cavalry. Air Assault is the 101st Airborne so that's an outstanding unit with a great history to carry on. Cheers

[@miltonchristenson7001]

Great man one of America's best!

[@jimblevins1442]

I’m happy they changed Fort Benning to Fort Mooreun your honor. You were my inspiration when I was a newly commissioned Second Lieutenant in the Infantry. I retired as a LTC in the JAG Corps. I’ll always be a grunt at heart!

[@Richard500]

27th of September 1810: The Battle of Bussaco is fought at Bussaco, Portugal. In the battle, an Anglo-Portuguese force under the command of Sir Arthur Wellesley, Viscount Wellington decisively defeats André Masséna's much larger French army. During the battle, the 88th Foot (popularly known as the "Connaught Rangers"), commanded by John Alexander Wallace, carried out a bayonet charge that was instrumental to the victory. Wellington, upon arriving at the scene of the charge after the battle, is reported to have said; "Wallace, I never saw a more gallant charge than that just now made by your regiment." "Garryowen" is an Irish jig air that emerged in the late 18th century. It was widely known in the British Army of the Napoleonic Wars, to which it is believed to have been introduced by men of the 5th (Royal Irish) Regiment of Dragoons. It was reportedly sung by the Royal Irish Fusiliers during their defence of Tarifa in December 1811, and is known to have been used as a de facto regimental march by the 88th Foot (Connaught Rangers) during the Napoleonic period. Beethoven wrote two arrangements of the piece circa 1810. It is best known today as the march of the 7th Cavalry Regiment of the United States Army, whose band played it as they marched to the Little Bighorn.

[@zipperzoey2041]

I can't find a reference to it now but I read that Wellington always liked to have Irish soldiers in his army because they were slightly bigger men than average and know for their fighting ability. Any major war from around 1600s on, you'll find Irish men fighting on both sides.

[@craigsmith4084]

The 7th Cav was my unit. Proud to have served. If you ain’t Cav, you ain’t s..t! Garry Owen!

[@charlesmeade9111]

I am Greatfull for my Enemies. Great and small. Near and Far. Flesh and Spirit. Real and Imagined. For they have forced me to become strong and clever. The forced me onto a Righteous Pathway from which there will be no deviation. For General Moore by Charles Abrams Meade, US 7th Cavalry. Garry Owen Sir!

[@jamesmccutchan6247]

19 delta 2--7th cav.god bless general i,ll see u on fiddlers green

[@williamjones8736]

RIP Sir slow hand salute to youy sir

[@johncollins9592]

another hero,, Lt. Rick Rescorla...who died on 9/11 while rescuing his employees in the South Tower of the WTC

[@joseallan1092]

Rick was british ,english. born cornwall england. went to rhodesia , now zimbabwe. then went with is mate back to usa and enlisted . 7th cav. helicopter couldn,t land on the first night of the battle at ia drang valley . rick jumped 20ft out the chopper . and sang MEN OF HARLECH all night when the vietnamese attacked in waves. the film zulu micahael caine , he had just watched before departing for nam , RICK RESCORLA ,VIETNAM COL/9/11 HERO should have medal of honour . saved 3000 lives 9/11 . building came down on him when he was doing a final sweep . making sure all is people were out the building . RIP RICK RESCORLA . HERO , LEGEND ,AND COL AL MOORE. RIP. HERO LEGEND.

[@gigi.b4385]

Great soldier and great moovie , respect from FRANCE with love .

[@libertycowboy2495]

Sir: Ill lift a glass with you someday at fiddlers green!

[@pawpawstew]

Much respect to my brothers who served in "First Team". I served down the road in 2AD '92-'95 and "Garryowen" stirred something deep in me every time I heard it.

[@raleighburner1589]

GOD bless them all

[@xichen8358]

CSM w/ 2 stars on that CIB. That can only mean WWII, Korea, and Vietnam - some pretty serious shyt there.

[@leannenovak1261]

I remember in November 1965, CBS had him on news that evening. I believe it was operation x-ray.

[@TheJoeyboots]

As me trying to be the the best soldier. I say I love you man!

[@kennethjensen9612]

Hal Moore a true Hero

[@mole389]

The Vietnam vets were short changed on the honour they deserved.

[@crisin6045]

This Man Is One Of My Greatest Influences

[@carlhursh505]

He looks like he just go off his Harse, and swaggered into Da Club.

[@garymorris1856]

A very beautiful and stirring piece of music.

[@keeptyrannyfromamerica8519]

Political pressure

[@connormacleod7010]

I was there with Hal Moore I sended the charge with my US army bugle I had my Calvary hat on and I sound of the charge and the helicopters took off when I was sounding the charge we scared the enemy with bagpipes and army bugle calls the first Corps black hats we're on our Left Flank and the 1st Brigade The Stonewall Brigade was on our right flank

[@THE-HammerMan]

Superb tribute!!! Thanks.

[@ajcurran5676]

Last man on first man off leave no men behind..R.I.P 🇺🇸

[@stanmaxkolbe]

It's GARRYOWEN! One word

[@TheJoeyboots]

God bless you brother!

[@brilwiljeff]

You guys keep wearing your hats, we notice. We remember.

[@Steven-kp4wk]

3-7 Cavalry B Troop, 3rd ID Ft Stewart Ga 1996-1998

[@SnowRanger20]

Thank you for your service.

[@Steven-kp4wk]

I was also in the 9th, 5/9th Cavalry A Troop 25th Infantry Div.

[@kokomokid4006]

Was with D-1-9 Ft Hood. 1973

[@Steven-kp4wk]

A Trp 5-9 Cav 25th Infantry Schofield Barracks Hawaii 1994-1997

[@marlonstowe927]

2-9 alpha troop ft Stewart 1983 to 1985 .IF U AINT CAV U AINT S**T . DRIVE ON !!!

[@sirharryflashman9740]

Evidently a fine warrior! ...and of good English stock. .R.I.P

[@seannosireland]

He was of Irish descent

[@2ndarmoredhellonwheels106]

Save me a spot on fiddlers green general I'll see ya in due time. Garryowen.

[@cvasoli]

As asoldier(retired)I appreciate

[@berlinbear11b18]

2nd Battalion 7th Cavalry 1st Cavalry Division. ...........Jesus is Lord

[@stephenm.8317]

Was with the 7th at Ia Drang (have a pic taken the end of the battle by Galloway me, Plumbley and the Colonel to "prove' it)...Great march...our march...Great Commander...our commander assisted by the best Sergeant Major the Army will ever have....Can't wait till Ft.Benning becomes Ft. Hal and Julie Moore in 2023...

[@munta1967]

the real Hal Moore who led his men in the Mel Gibson movie?......YOU are a real hero...but SO were your men....i am from the UK and in my opinion you were an officer who lead from the front, that loved his men and they loved you..need a lot more of you honourable gentlemen leading all governments who put the countries people first and not their own pockets :) politicians are soooo corrupt with lining their own pockets :((

[@michaelcharette2234]

Its officers like him that I salute. Not these beaurcratic officers we have today .

[@craigsmith4084]

B troop 4/7 Cav, Garry Owen forever!

[@katedonlan7143]

Imjin Scout

[@FLashman-cv5dn]

I wonder during the mids of that terrible battle if the thought came into Hal's mind with all the history of and weight og his regiments legacy, his love of his men and the very dangerous situation at La Drang! Could I be another Custer? "F**k that said Hal!" Amazing man.

[@TheJoeyboots]

I LOVE THE CAVALRY!

[@Abcd-hr9ot]

Pure class

[@josefernandez3334]

De las mejores marchas de su genero😊

[@dennisadams1993]

God rest your soul Young man safe in the hands of our Lord , / GARRYOWEN RIP X

[@samcastilleja4346]

A HARD CHARGING SOLDIER!!!!!!

[@Pasovineyard]

Hooah from the 9th SRW.

[@mustarddevil1]

RIP General Moore..We will meet one day at Fiddlers Green!