Joe Bachman - A Soldier's Memoir (PTSD Song) [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

[@tommybomber]

my little brother lost his battle with ptsd December 31st. his name was Peter Anthony Martin. born January 15th 1990, and passed December 31st 2015. I don't want him forgotten

[@ryandean8997]

+Thomas Mcmullen Sorry for your loss man

[@tommybomber]

+Ryan Dean he was my best friend and this was something I couldn't save him from

[@codyj1424]

Thomas Mcmullen He may be gone but he and his sacrifice will never be forgot. He's regrouping with a new unit to watch over you now.

[@ryanc2696]

Thomas Mcmullen He will never be forgotten.

[@AllieLewis]

so sorry for your loss

[@ryansoit4055]

And I want to thank every. single soldier that has sacrificed their life for our freedom.

[@moonfamily2356]

My husband lost his battle with ptsd and became one of the 22 a day to end their life. I now do everything I can to keep his memory alive for our 5 children

[@billbrogan1207]

My heart goes out to you. I’m 💯 ptsd and this statistic scares me

[@nitrotech769]

You can take the soldier out of the war, but you can't take the war out of the soldier.

[@shawnsims5507]

No you can't.

[@shawnsims5507]

@@alvinitalamebull7402 my condolences ma'am.

[@shawnsims5507]

@Terry Bruce same here I get them too. And thank you for you service sir from one vet to another.

[@shawnsims5507]

@Terry Bruce my escape is blacksmithing and training to do International medieval martial arts.

[@shawnsims5507]

@Terry Bruce I bow hunt not good enough to compete no way. I want to compete with longsword and or broadsword.

[@adammcnary9718]

veterans are the true heroes. a lot of people look up to sports figures but these are the guys I always looked up to

[@johnFA32]

thank you an OIF vet

[@danielsonmault2650]

Me to all the guys in my fam are vets thanks to them the US is still a country

[@justventing3164]

Fuckin rights man

[@avafullington9321]

AMac Ava Ray fullington

[@TheOGAZDev]

Absolutely. I look up to and support the men who get paid shit for one of the hardest jobs on Earth. Pardon the language but fuck the man getting paid millions to throw a ball across a field and who can't even stand for the flag that our families have died for. I'm tired of people walking on our military, on our flag, and our president. If you are not happy with our great country, leave it! We do not want you here.

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

Proud to have worn a American Soldier's jacket. From the Gulf War'! Respect from England 🇬🇧.

[@danwilliams6027]

Thank you!!!! You are a HERO!

[@Jason-hv4eu]

God bless our soldiers! From a Paratrooper to those that did and didn’t make it home... Thank you for your service. You are not alone or forgotten. For those who gave a thumbs down... get bent.

[@billiamcalliam893]

For those with a thumbs down...may u never need a helping hand...get bent n doa

[@danielkrieger6107]

Bless you and thank you for your service.

[@jacobdavidson3395]

As a fellow soldier not airborne but I am 74D in army I thank you for ur service

[@justicem9460]

Jumpers hit it

[@tomcomiskey6350]

Those who did the thumbs can kiss my ass , the people who gave you the right to post & breathe for you cowards ! I am a 70 year young Viet Nam Vet who can still whip ass and would still serve , but not for you thumbs down, they should put you out front for Cannon fodder!!! God Bless all who served & your families!!! Just a Nam Vet

[@turkeycreekknives133]

Welcome home , Home of the free because of the brave. I grew up as a navy brat father was 42 year submariner Grew up around military bases and military people most of my life .after 42 years active duty my father was a recruiter we always had young men far from home that my folks would bring home to have BBQ swim get togethers because he knew what it was like to be so far from family when he was on tour.so now We do donations drives every few months getting stuff together for homeless vets living on the streets here in Georgia breaks my heart no one that serves should be treated that way I know for some it’s there choice because of PTSD they don’t feel like can live normal life but gust sitting and talking with them helps I believe I get more out it then they do just to take the time to listen or show that you truly care means a lot to them. These two young men are what true hero’s are after all been through still see life is still great

[@10bigsteve]

"Our flag doesn't fly because the wind moves it, it moves because of the last breath of every soldier that died defending it" 🇬🇧🤚🏻 Thank you for your service

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

Beautiful 😍

[@brycelovell7993]

God Bless our vets past and present they laid down their lives for us and we don"t give enough back to them.

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

10bigsteve. Thanks from England 🇬🇧 🙏

[@lisabentley1008]

Thank you for those comment God bless every soldier

[@larrykeen8881]

🎉

[@joebachman]

Thank you so much to every single one of you that have watched and shared my song/video. I cannot comprehend 4 Million people have seen and heard this. It humbles me beyond words. Most of all, thank you to ALL of our Veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice. I am forever in your debt. - Bachman

[@brayzgame8037]

Thanks, really. I got left behind in a hangar during a rocket attack in Taji in early '04.... that hurt me for so long, and I'm still embarrassed to this day because we've been through so much my battle buddies and I, but that affected me more than anything else and nobody really understands that beyond death and whatever else went on what it was like to be abandoned within the first days I was in combat...I walked back through the rocket fire with no regard. Since that day I've never felt anything but alone

[@tentoezdownmovement4914]

Much love brother and thank you for all you have sacrificed. I was a fister Who served For 8 years I have lost a lot of brothers Due to the war within when we return We veterans Must stick together and look out for one another Across-the-board- Cooper #IGY6 #Unitedwestand #Dividedwefall

[@brayzgame8037]

@@tentoezdownmovement4914 if all of us left would come together we'd be like nothing the world's witnessed...a bond of the highest morals and values

[@tentoezdownmovement4914]

@@brayzgame8037 That would be the strongest move we Could ever Accomplish I will keep trying and every way I can no matter the struggle I'm in We have lost many good people Before the time Should have come to An abrupt stop Much love and respect is expect to all of the people out there staying vigilant And following truth I'm trying your best to do the right thing each and every day. Not to mention all of my fellow brothers and sisters who raised the right hand you find the eye for the land the most importantly The people we stood beside to our left and our right No matter the background,skin tone,religion, Or any other thing or labeled we may have been taught to keep us separated and Segregated Because we veterans and people across the world or all we got #TenToezDowN #Movement

[@TheMag597]

Great job thanks

[@boydminer]

I am a 100% disabled veteran from Desert Storm but my two oldest sons who served during the Afghanistan and Iraqi conflicts both ended up with more severe PTSD issues and emotional struggles as a result of the things they saw and did. This song and video are very well done and bring out the importance of the continued need to support all the veterans who are suffering, and usually silently, to deal with their lives after serving in a long conflict which can leave them with emotions and issues they frequently don't even realize are continuing to hurt them every day.

[@kosovofa7759]

Actually it’s more stressing that they got PTSD from Things “they did”. It was human on both sides…

[@terrypoole9598]

Yes,I suffer from PTSD.ive seen a number give their own life's in Civilian street.The more publicity that raises the issue is good.

[@darrenpeterson7486]

🙏 for ur sons

[@kristiaandesweemer3991]

Thank you all for your service. Nobody can pay back what is lost. Ptsd and the experience is not playable. Love you brothers

[@stephaniejones1755]

Thank you so much for keeping me safe

[@cameronsgirl100599]

My grandpa passed away 3 weeks ago Monday, he was a Air Force Vietnam vet. He had PTSD, but he’d never admit it. He couldn’t even go to a restaurant that had more than a handful of people in it. I miss him more than I could ever explain. I recently talked with a recruiter and couldn’t be prouder to follow in Sargent William “Pete” Goucher’s foot steps.

[@paytondiesel7128]

Miss Emmie Sorry for your Loss dear God Bless your Family And Most of the Older vets Hate to admit they have the ptsd Disorder cause it makes them look week My father and my uncle were this way . God bless you and your family . if you decide to serve congrats . you made the biggest leap half these younger generations will never have the guts to do. sincerely Staff Sargeant Payton A. Us army retired

[@purebloodirishman9389]

Sorry for Ur loss stay strong luv greetings from Ireland

[@darlenecunnigan2019]

So sorry for your loss. Your Grandpa was a hero.Prayers for you and your family. I Thank him for his service.RIP Sir

[@truthjusticeliberty4all813]

Thanks to ALL who served and serve!

[@emilherrmann6496]

Sorry R.I.

[@loriesprouse189]

My son Jacky Dean Moore Jr. Was 19 years old when he was sent to Iraq. Him and two other young brave soldiers where on patrol and hit a road side bomb. ONLY BY THE GRACE OF GOD, did I get my son back. The two other families where not as fortunate. My son is one of our wounded warriors. may God be with each and every soldier that goes over there for us

[@fox2102]

+Lorie Sprouse Thank your son for his service and thank you and your family for the sacrifices you have made as well.

[@krazycowgirl28]

Praise God Lori that your son came home & thank you for the sacrifices your son & family has made! Prayers & blessings to your family! Yes, prayers to all the wounded soldiers & to those who are still fighting for keeping us free! I pray for protection of my brother every day he is shipping out in January & we don't know when we will hear from him. God bless

[@justinnielsen8385]

Tell him thank you for his sacrifise. Even if some arent on behalf of every last american here at home we are thankful he went out to fogbt them there sow e dont have to here

[@rosemarybrown8847]

I love the song

[@martinkrizek1735]

Lorie Sprouse tell him giant thanks from czech republic

[@jacobsockness571]

My dad is a proud Vietnam Vet. He did what he thought was right for this country and I'm proud of him and his faith in this nation. His love is well placed, I hope his love for America isn't disgraced by future generations who defile what freedom means.

[@markschuster8497]

True story: I met a gentleman, about my age (mid sixties- Vietnam Era), at the NASCAR race at Watkins Glen on 06-AUG-2016. He was wearing a baseball cap with, "Disabled American Veteran Chapter 7." I reached out to shake his hand and said to him, "Thank you for your service and welcome home brother." He turned and said, "I'm not home yet. Only about 40%" He then put his hand up to his mouth as to shield everyone from what he was going to say and said, "And it's not physical, if you know what I mean." I told him, "I completely understand and good luck with your healing." What else could I say? He caught me completely off guard but I was very impressed with his honesty and willingness to share his story.

[@armybeef68]

"and willingness to share his story" Sometimes we're willing to share our story, the problem is, at least for me, no one wants to listen.

[@ericshimer6669]

@@armybeef68 I could not join due to asthma but i listened everytime my stepdad spoke about his 30 years in the Navy. It did allow him to get alot off his chest of the hell he seen. At first his flashbacks were bad and nightsweats but over time just me and my brothers hearing him out helped him. The one thing he he got to come home on he threw overboard. He wanted to get his brothers home. His purple heart he said was nothing compared to others. I believe his ability to finally get it off his chest is what made his passing later on go easier.

[@armybeef68]

@@ericshimer6669 Yea, I've tried, but thanks anyways.

[@stevenbentley310]

@@armybeef68 I walked around 25 years, undiagnosed, brother. My first anxiety attack in 2014 put me on the floor, dead. Now, it happens more often than I care to admit. If you have a Vet Center somewhere within driving distance, they will listen. I'm not saying the VA, but a Vet Center. It's not perfect, but it beats the hell out of the silence. Take care. You aren't alone.

[@armybeef68]

@@stevenbentley310 No, actually they won't, I've already tried, trust me, no one will listen.

[@sheilalamothe9936]

Thank to all the men and women that has served this country Thank you

[@TheCHERYL1958]

I would like to ask something that has been eating at me' why do trans people get a month to honner them and Millatary only gets one day 'they should be the ones to get a month and the trans should get nothing.

[@koraanderson7765]

You guys are true heroes from Marine Corps mother my son spent 13 years in the Marine Corps and three tours and now he's a deputy sheriff and I'll tell you what my hat goes off to you guys those that have put on the uniform and defended us whether it was in a foreign country or right here in the United States you're the true heroes and I thank you from the bottom of my heart may God bless our American Heroes God bless everyone of you

[@JosephVelez-z4z]

I was proud to serve this country along side brave men like your son. You should be proud raising a true American hero.

[@garykenyon3908]

My war was over fifty years ago, and last week…my heart goes to all of my brothers and sisters who served and are serving now…God bless all of you and those close to us.

[@KNOBY72]

God bless you all for your courage and it is an honor to have you as my guardians of the flag and home land I get to call home . From myself and my family , THANK YOU . MAD RESPECTS

[@KodyHudson-n9e]

Thank you for paving the way for the rest of us sir.

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

❤

[@jeffhill9935]

after darn 40 some years it still sneaks up on me and takes control sleepless night night sweats the dreams waking and lookin for blood splatter the angrer the next day sucks.. but i am blessed my wife is there for me and totally understands and supports

[@fox2102]

+jeff hill knowing what you know know would you have changed your mind to server?

[@geoffreyhill7095]

+fox2102 absolutely not proud to have served didn't like what I had to do but i did as told an survived only to continue battles today and still be a survive. I am thankful for a understanding wife and a boy that love and respects me as a step parent and a veteran.

[@jeffhill9935]

+Geoffrey Hill same person as jeff hill sorry

[@JustMeandMyGal6773]

over 30 years for me and I get it. still have trouble sleeping is an understatement. screaming, cussing and kicking in my sleep. miss my brothers, everyone. thank god my wife accepts this and loves me anyway.

[@bonnietucker235]

Strong soldier I pray for you all.your wife is your pillar of strength. And us average folk do really care.thank you at your own cost for the gift of freedom .you are a hero -don't ever second guess that !!!!

[@angelcharlie2012]

My nephew was 18 years old when he was sent to Afghanistan. He was a funny, fun loving kid until he came back. He was forced to kill 4 people over there one of them was a young kid. When my nephew came home he had severe ptsd. He became an alcoholic and drug addict. He was no longer the funny kid we all knew and loved. One night my brother found my nephew lying in the doorway to their house. He had overdosed and was dyibg. My brother called 911 and did what he could till help arrived. He told the EMTs that my nephew is a veteran and made sure they treated him with the utmost respect. My nephew lived, thank God. And years later he is doing way better. He's married now and they just had a baby. I want to say Thank you to Jonathan Fritz my nephew for his service. I love you and I'm so very proud of you. And to all our service men and women, Thank You for your sacrifice. With all my heart I am proud of you and love you. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😊

[@pointingdog7235]

❤ 🇺🇸

[@JosephVelez-z4z]

I’m happy that he is recovering to many times we see this happen and it doesn’t end well. I’ve lost 3 friends to suicide from PTSD. Congratulations on him having a baby and getting married. My wife and daughter saved my life so I know the importance of family and your wonderful for staying by his side. Much love to you and your family❤ god bless.

[@Skatepark-ci2kh]

God bless every men and women for that survice

[@11CharlieJMAC]

I am so very thankful for his sacrifices and for the love your family has for him as a man and warrior🩵 and I am grateful he overcame those things he had to do for his brothers and sisters over there he’s a good man. Much love and prays for us all🙏

[@stevepouillon3562]

Thank you for your service and sacrifice young man I hope you live your life in peace and happiness ❤

[@hollywright9117]

I don't understand how anyone could dislike this song . It is talking about our soldiers , u could tell that it touched the soldiers in this video . Every person who lives in United States of America should be thankful for our military every day . They put their lives on the line for our freedom. And to all those that won't stand for our flag , pledge ,and anthem , I'LL HELP U Pack . 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@coby8305]

plannin on going in the marines just for people all around the world not to prove anything to myself but to keep people free.

[@tonjawhitmore8682]

Coby Good Luck And God Bless You AND Be With You SEMPER FI Marine

[@EchadLevShtim]

The military has NOTHING to do with freedoms. Its just a racket for the wealthy class. Its a promotional stolen valor for all citizen who actually fight for rights on US soil.

[@MavrikUSMC]

How'd it go devil?

[@cjthetitan8312]

Coby oorah

[@pastorbill7374]

Coby GODS GOT YOUR SIX MY BROTHER....KEEP UP THE GOOD FIGHT.. WITH HONOR.. PREACHER OUT

[@ajhubbell3754]

On my second deployment we lost 19 men. I didn’t know how tangible and physical fear could be. We stood our ground but none of will ever be the same. Thank God for my wife who has helped me to recover.

[@nicholasrapp587]

Thank you for this amazing song. I suffer from PTSD. I still have horrible nights and days. I will always share this song to help bring awareness. I am here for all my brothers and sisters in arms. 22 a day is far too many to lose. Please reach out to a brother or sister you haven't talked to in a while, just to say hi and see how they are doing. Sometimes all it takes is for them to know they aren't alone.

[@aea061569]

God Bless you! Thank you for your service, a debt that can never be repaid. Blessings 🙏🏻♥️

[@turtle19dad]

I think you put it well. We have our horrible days and nights. We sometimes put on a good face for our loved ones and others. OIF 1. 2003-04 Diyala Province Iraq. Bless other fellow vets.

[@WesternGrit1968]

I just wanna say thank you for to the men and women soldiers that gave up your life for us. You're the reason why I could work my ranch. You're the reason why I can fly the American Flag and be proud. You're the reason why we have freedom thank you.. I will always be grateful and I will never forget what you went through for our great country. Thank you

[@cheehs88]

I was in Afghanistan 6 times for the German Armed Forces from 2001-2005 and the images from there live forever in my soul. We cannot forget what happened to us there😞

[@summerschultz]

Thank you for your service from the US.

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

❤️

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

Thanks from England

[@mariamorgan9817]

Thank you and God bless you, from America. 💚🇺🇲💚🇺🇲

[@spmoran4703]

Danke it's hard to forget how friends died so violently .

[@charliedavid319]

As one of those fighting with PTSD, I can't thank you enough. You hit it right on the head.

[@katgraham7777]

Thank you for your service sir for your service and sacrifice for my freedom 🇺🇸 love you bunches 💓😘 merry Christmas 🎄

[@heidikrupicka]

Please don't ever give up. Don't let them win soldier

[@chowmarina008]

I was living in the US studying in college during desert storm and i remember seeing American flags flown in front every single house and building no matter what neighbourhood it was, rich poor middle class everyone flew that flag and it really struck me because i never realized just how patriotic americans are and how much they love their country. You guys i have to say r a pretty awesome bunch of ppl and thank u for making my time in the US some of the best years of my life. It does not matter whos side anybody is on anymore we are all dealing with loss of human life and then there r those they left behind that r greiving and mourning for the ones they lost please accept my deepest condolences on both sides of every single war taking place in this world as we speak. Love from the West Indies.

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

I wore a jacket of a USA Soldier, during 1st Gulf War. Living in Germany 🇩🇪. So Proud 👏

[@cpace4031]

To all that Have it we support you! Thank you for your service! From a Retired Navy CPO

[@Gabri-El.Matthew]

This hits home for me. I spent 9 months in a hospital after my IED hit my vehicle. I think any soldier or marine can relate to this song. It is exactly how I feel every day. Almost every few hours.

[@cjthetitan8312]

Matthew Corlew thank u for ur service

[@nicholasritchie5192]

Matthew Corlew I’ve been out for 5 years and I struggle every single day.

[@21CrazyBilly]

Joe, I served in Desert Storm, and I Enjoyed This Video a Lot, I've Suffered from PTSD fro over 22 Year's, But I've held on because I still Refuse to go and let the Enemy Win By Living, Today I have an 11 Year old son who is 100 % Patriotic like the Old Man, and I tell him Alway's Remember those who Died for Freedom, Thank's for Doing This Video, it Means a Lot, Billy Brinsfield, 385TH SIGNAL Co, Desert Storm.

[@anadventurousattackkitten779]

I have a buddy that was in the 24th ID, lead Bradley in the left hook. That war was short but intense, keep your head up soldier. Former 96B here, OEF/OIF. Hooah!

[@pastorbill7374]

21CrazyBilly Outstanding Troop

[@cjthetitan8312]

21CrazyBilly thank u for ur service

[@JosephVelez-z4z]

I joined when I was 17 I’m 33 now and I still deal with things from the Army it’s something you can never turn off or forget. To all the service members dealing with PTSD stay strong and get help life gets better. Remember to always dig deep and never stop fighting.

[@jameslynch141]

I needed to hear this. Thank you. U.S. Army Veteran here

[@zacharyleonard4438]

I'm a Marine it's been six months since I got home I know what this song means I don't sleep every croner I think I'm going to die the nightmares will never stop!!!!!

[@rayspence3677]

I'm with you brother! I'm a Marine and served in dessert storm from 1989 to 1993. My MOS is 0317. I have been out since 1993 and the night terrors still haven't stopped and never will. I have learned to deal with them from the help of my 3rd wife. She keeps me grounded and reminds me explain everyday that my kids and her will always be here for me no matter what. If you ever need to talk please feel free to message me

[@ramiroolguin4917]

Call me anytime brother

[@ericgriffin397]

I seved 2 tours in Iraq, been home for years now but I've never left!! I know what you mean about that!!!

[@jamesmoeller9366]

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[@timothy0973]

Brother, it has been 5 years fighting the demons, you are strong, you are loved, you are not alone. Semper Fi !!!!

[@PeterJohnson87]

Beautiful song. I see it as a tribute for all western world soldiers fighting overseas. Thanks to every western world soldier! Greetings from The Netherlands.

[@RebelFishermanReferrals]

Praise be to God for you all who put your lives on the line for all of us! May God protect you and your family every day!!!

[@tracyindy1924]

I am the wife of the 22 to many,PTSD is a Hell no one will get till its given to them,I found my husband of 19 years in our bedroom,he was a real Sodier, to use a shot gun,but the pain did not stay at the grave,his battle is over,now he gave it to me,,i have flash backs of that night all the time,Please you guys out there thinking to do the same,I beg you not to.Love you Scott

[@traceymackenzie1467]

Tracy Indy so sorry for your loss & the pain u now endure...ur husband is still a hero & will not be forgotten. Stay strong, both of your sacrifices are remembered.

[@cjthetitan8312]

Tracy Indy your husband will not be forgotten.

[@Pahoe42]

I'm sorry ma'am. I'm sorry we failed him. And you.

[@moonlitacres7130]

Well spoken. Prayers for you and yours!

[@tjkelley8600]

I love his songs

[@lifeorliberty3086]

I'm a tough guy but, this song gets me everytime. God bless all our men and women in uniform. Past and present. Thank you all for your service.

[@christophernelson3893]

Having PTSD has been a difficult thing I have had to deal with from my 3 tours of Afghanistan and 1 in Iraq. To my brothers and sisters who suffer from PTSD I want you to know you are not alone or forgotten. Stay strong and ask for help if you want/need it.

[@2eREPPARA]

Aussie combat vet Every day’s a struggle brother but we have to stay front sight focused & push forward, personally my war will only be over when l’m six feet deep 🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@larryp4055]

I still

[@bazzinbulgaria4826]

I'm standing beside you, my brothers...different age, different war...but the symptoms are the same!. I can never be the same person I was and nor can you be...until someone decides to understand how hard it really was.

[@pablooso1941]

From a Vietnam veteran (me) USMC to you guys that took the fight to Afghanistan and Iraq, thank you for the job well done and this astoundingly important video. Welcome home. I hope everyone gets the messages this video shows. As an American citizen....I owe you all. Thank you.

[@victorsmith776]

Thank you for your service in Vietnam. I am sorry you were all treated the way you were back then. it's a shame no one understands how much you guys gave. salute to you brother.

[@tyeedwards152]

yes sir. from an Iraq and Afghanistan vet, THANK YOU. May God Bless You and Thank You for your service.

[@coltonpatker6972]

thank you so much sir for serving

[@ufelcher]

From one failure to another

[@outlawrocky4279]

+ufelcher What is that supposed to mean?

[@richardkennett3397]

God bless our soldiers, 🙏😔being a vet myself I can’t imagine what they went threw and may God shine down on all of them

[@Gabryal77]

Joe Bachman I don't think I've ever heard someone nail the feeling so well. I'm one of the 20% you mentioned that have PTSD. Thank You for remembering us, and for putting the numbers up there, I don't think people realize there are 400,000 of us, and more growing every day. You made this old soldier cry.

[@user-yy3mw5ne3p]

Thank u for your serves god bless and ur right nobody ever thinks that a person u know could have PTSD and u wouldn't even no it

[@mrbethy10]

Thank you so VERY much for serving, sir! We will ALWAYS remember heroes like you, much respect!

[@Sabamonster]

This one too Mate.

[@nerfboys11]

Thank you hero

[@patrickkeener7266]

And this one.

[@billyherron4284]

31 years now trying to adjust. Most days are a tough battle.

[@LoriD-uc1cb]

🫡 🇺🇲 You are still a hero. Don't ever forget that.

[@gordonadams4793]

Fellas- still love this country. Words can not express my heartfelt thanks for your service to OUR COUNTRY. Much thanks from a very grateful AMERICAN PATRIOT. MAY ALMIGHTY GOD BLESS YOU ALL YOUR DAYS. AMEN

[@erinwiley8732]

Thank you for your service. My Father was a Sergeant MP in the United States Air Force. Vietnam:🇺🇸R.I.P Michael Ray Wiley🇨🇱Texas Raised.

[@heatherb7592]

"They taught me how to put that uniform on, I just can't get it off" ......perfect description of my spouse. My heart hurts for him.

[@deborahromero9196]

I think everyone if they get a chance to watch this video. Just maybe a person will realize what a person in the services went through. Some was bless to return home and so many didn't. Thank you for all your services. You are truly a hero. God bless you

[@damienbartlett5721]

Damn that hit me where I live. Couldn't articulate the feeling myself. I'm not a song writer nor a poet. Just an old busted up warrior. Thankyou.

[@traviswanrer7822]

damien bartlett you are never just a soldier you are another part of a family thanks so much for your service without you are lives are not possible love you where ever you are be safe

[@heatherw.1929]

Dont ever call yourself a busted up soldier. You have done something slot of men and women cant fathom. Thank you for your service.

[@shawnsims5507]

I know how you feel about being busted and that's not the case we have done things most will only see on the news or in movies. You're not alone brother and never will be we got each other.

[@shawnsims5507]

Damien Bartlett that song got me too. You're not alone brother. We warriors are never broken just seen and done things most will never truly understand. Remember how we tell our kids stories about monsters we just make sure they never see the teeth of them monsters.

[@pastorbill7374]

damien bartlett Outstanding Troop ..OLD SOLDIERS NEVER DIE..WE JUST DRIFT AWAY

[@ronnymartin7499]

Wow.. This song hit close to home as i am a veteran who suffers from ptsd and spend alot of time in the hospital . This songs tells our story .... I have never heard a song so powerfull but this made me cry like a baby... THANK YOU FOR TELLING OUR STORY!!!!

[@timmywest8157]

Ronny Martin hello Good morning my name is Timmy west I am very thankful for want For hour veteran soldiers does for us oversee to keep hour country safe and to keep everyone inside of the Each everyone us around the whole Earth is always praying for all of the soldiers I hope all the soldiers the get to come some time soon with the other soldiers does get to come some soon together from oversee come home soon together from oversee soon together staying home together and speed some time with with family member together staying home for long time when the do get home from back oversee this time for a very long time this time GOD bless your family member I will be praying for your family member ever night GOD bless you and your family member GOD bless y'all👍 and thanks for telling story with me GOD bless you and your family member GOD bless y'all from Timmy west🖐 😂😇good bye for right now.😂😌🙏👌🐸

[@bonnietucker235]

You are a hero ! Please stay strong. ..football players get $ alot of money,get fame & glory. What the heck is wrong w this world ? You are the real hero !! God speed !

[@homevideos8259]

same here brother

[@cjthetitan8312]

Ronny Martin thank u for ur service

[@Bornofamaiden]

I lost my veteran in the summer of 2009. A brave man and a wonderful son, brother, nephew cousin, husband, father, and grandfather. My brave Green Beret solider who taught me that life is beautiful even when things look so ugly outside. He taught me to always keep a kind heart even when the world beats you down.

[@theironghost9989]

"Run soldier run" I can't begin to tell you how many times I heard those words during my deployment.

[@dawndennis1340]

The Iron Ghost Oorah

[@andrewnard2770]

This song is amazing, As a veteran of OIF i still haven't come home completely. This song helps me to remember i am not alone in my struggles. Semper Fidelis

[@cjthetitan8312]

Andrew Nard thank u for ur service

[@pkrz22]

I am so glad to have found and shared this song. It is hard for fam and pals to understand why. My pap and dad were marines. Sempler Fidelis bro. OIF/OEF vet myself. God Bless Ssgt PK USAF

[@danielwhite4825]

As a Desert Stormer to you, you will never be home completely. 30yrs and part of me still gone or over there

[@kbcr500]

Past, Present and Future! I believe in heroes. They put a uniform on everyday! God Bless every single one of you!!!

[@JudiStardust]

Outstanding lyrics and video. The words "Thank You" will never be big enough to express our gratitude and our pride for the men and women who serve to protect our country and our freedom.

[@frankburns9753]

God truly blessed America when he gave us men like these who are willing to lose their life for people who don't even appreciate theirs. My dad is a veteran, 1st division Infantry when he was medically retired. My brother was active duty reserves when he finished his term. I may not always like the President and what they're doing, not getting into politics people, that kills sometimes. But I will never stop loving the soldiers who are active, soldiers who are retired in any way, and the soldiers who died for the land they love.

[@ramchrger3188]

I just graduated boot camp and going into infantry training. The amount of respect I have for these guys . It’s crazy to think I’m going through the same training they went through . My prayers go out to their family and friends and those who are suffering with ptsd

[@elliottrose2730]

True American Heroes . God love you from one Grunt to another. God bless.

[@cjthetitan8312]

ELLIOTT ROSE thank u for ur service

[@josephturchiano3031]

True heroes

[@pkrz22]

Love you brother.

[@emilherrmann6496]

Serve best way I lerne

[@inuyasha078]

It takes a strong person to serve our country. thank you too all of our vets and the vets to our allied countrys. i plan to enlist myself when im 17. thank you all again for serving. you have my respect. Hoo-ah!

[@Jontaylor270]

what branch ? im trying for the army to become a 68W = combat medic

[@inuyasha078]

Army as well. 11B Infantry.

[@inuyasha078]

or possibly Marine Corps. havent fully decided witch. though still infantry. this time 0311

[@user-yy3mw5ne3p]

Lane Demaree good luck and god bless I'm thinkin bout enlisting too when I'm 17 even though I'm only 13

[@inuyasha078]

Aya Moore well stay motivated. I join next month. but iv planed to since i was 5 years old. so keep striving to that goal.

[@joeweto176]

3 combat deployments Iraq in the Marine Corps infantry 2005 to 2009. I was diagnosed with ptsd. And still fight it to this day. Thank you brother Semper Fi

[@jmo3673]

Thank you for your service I’m sorry for the hell you went through and are still going through...your service is NOT taken for granted...I live free because of heroes like you!

[@joeweto176]

@@jmo3673 thank you

[@karenvance7644]

I think of my son who suffers from PTSD and TBI. this makes me cry thinking all these soldiers had to endure just for our freedom. The nightmares, the sleepless nights I watch him. These soldiers need more opportunities t help them. Not budget cuts taken away from them. There are to many veterans are homeless that need our help.. I know they have some programs but they need more to help these soldiers,. Thank you for their services.

[@elainecragel4647]

Karen Vance One organization I have supported is Wounded Warriors. They have a website and it would be a good resource for your son. Other Vet's he can connect with who would understand him. Keep loving your son, and tell him you won't bail out on him. Be strong for him, all with the help of God. If he believes in God, some of that Battle is won. For he and your family, thank you is never enough for his service to our country. God Bless. Retired hospital chaplain

[@simon3403]

America starts more wars than it wins; all in the name of profits. Not freedom, you goober!

[@cjstone3140]

I cried all thru this powerful song. Please support Wounded Warriors, Disabled Veterans , the Lone Survivor, or a similar foundation. We can never repay the debt we owe to these exceptional courageous heroes, and don't forget the ones that came home in a flag draped casket! God Bless Our Vets and Their Families!

[@simplywicked]

My ear and me myself is always open for anyone with PTSD. I'm here for any of you.

[@johnbourne2168]

Thank you brother

[@melaniecamp3407]

My uncle has PTSD and I feel bad for all the others who have it, I can't stop crying from these comments I wish life could get easier for us all but life goes on.

[@xxxEpicSh0txxx]

i just wanted to say to anyone was ever served regardless of branch thank you from the bottom of my heart, it takes real courage to do what you do. and once i'm done with school i'm leaving for the navy i promised myself i would be a SEAL no matter what happened. regardless of what people have told me i know i will be a united states Navy SEAL

[@JazmynCole-mx6im]

Did you do it?

[@Todd408.]

Knocked it out of this world thanks to all the the men and women that served and still serving GOD BLESS YOU HEROS

[@xnavyro]

My son came home & we knew instantly he had changed, the war had affected him. But we weren’t aware of the horrors he was experiencing everyday, until during a writing class in college he revealed his pain. Thanks to a professor who cared enough to let us know & immediately after reading his statement, “I wish I could get this out of my head so I could get some sleep…” God bless the brave men & women that sacrifice so much for each and every one of us! May they find the peace they pursue?

[@michaelhoule7886]

I'm also a vet and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for this outstanding song/ video. Hopefully this will help bring thing into prospective for those who do not know what it means to suffer with PTSD.

[@veteranscomefirst]

Michael Houle thank you sir for your time in the military

[@Thousand_yard_King]

Sgt, never give up, never give in, please remember, there are many people who stand behind you and appreciate all you have done for us, and would love a chance to give something back to you! I have had many friends who were Vietnam vets who had PTSD and I stood still and let them take it out on me or cry with me or whatever they needed and I just loved them!!

[@curtisamos1615]

I struggle with post traumatic stress disorder everyday 😫......I'm by myself everyday...I want to go home 🏡 and reunite with family 👪

[@vilma3502]

@@curtisamos1615 Curtis, just want you to know I'm thinking of you and hoping things work out for you. xxx

[@brayzgame8037]

@@curtisamos1615 hit me up brother, we all hide and mostly don't talk to each other but I'm here and have nobody to talk to who understands... message me and I'll send you my info.. I'm far from home too, but I'll help you go home.

[@lloydratliff2246]

Thank You Sir. As avietnaml truly understand. My body is home but all of my mind isn't

[@melaniecamp3407]

Velcro1167 that's what a real friend does I hope they enjoy a real friend like you.

[@angelcharlie2012]

My nephew went into the US Army as an 18 year old kid and was sent to Afghanistan after basic training. He wasn't injured physically but he came home with severe PTSD that drove him to try to take his life. He was forced to kill 3 people, one of them was a kid younger than my nephew. He was committed twice to the VA mental ward as he called it. It was so heartbreaking to see him go through the pain and suffering. It took several years but, he has finally started doing well. He is married and has a newborn son. He'll never be the same but he is still here and getting his life back. Thank you to all who serve to keep our country free and Thank you sir for another great video.

[@quasymoto1]

God bless you all, and THANK YOU. A disabled Vietnam Veteran USMC wife. Semper FI!

[@jessicaanderson4748]

This hits so hard right now. My boyfriends PTSD is raging in this moment and I feel helpless even though I'm doing everything. No matter what, you are my soldier, my hero! I love you.

[@elainecragel4647]

Jessica Anderson Keep loving him and support him by listening. Encourage him to connect with other Vet's. Vet's understand each other. He needs them. Wounded Warriors is another good resource. I have supported this organization. Half the Battle is a belief in God. If you have family support, all the better for you. God Bless to you both, and your boyfriend is a hero for his service and sacrifice for our country. Retired hospital chaplain

[@christopherlopez6921]

Keep loving him from the 7% trust me he needs your stability and love.

[@jasonh3188]

as someone with ptsd, take your own councelling. it helped my wife understand better and notice my triggers. God bless

[@jodyporter6086]

When you go out to eat let him sit on the side of the booth that gives him sight of the door. The soldiers don’t like anyone coming up from behind. They also want complete control over the situation if someone comes in and wants to rob the place or cause trouble. My husband is Vietnam vet I am watching where I sit so he can watch the door.

[@melissadyche8325]

Thank you for your service and for those who didn’t make it back home my heart goes out to your family and friends

[@patrooney2283]

OMG, this touched my heart!!!!!! I just want to take all these guys into my arms and hug them so hard!!!! Please everyone support them all in their pain!!! No one should ever feel alone! !!!! All they did was for us, reach out, we all need it!!💕💕💕💕💕

[@grandmasboy2009]

Shared this but my heart is heavy saw it first hand with my brother in law US Marine from Vietnam War sad my prayers go out yo each and everyone of you to heal get help please I beg you love you all I Salute you all thank you for my FREEDOM ITS A HIGH PRICE WE PAY FOR IT

[@rwbennett3165]

We all have it to some degree. Grateful for the ones who came home to Mom,,,,remembering those who didn't,,,,always. Proud to say I served

[@kennethscrivner9761]

Thank you for the posting of this video. People today don't understand what we have to live with everyday of our lasting life.

[@RX-LST-N-SPC]

Great song, thx for remembering us I served 27yrs and had several deployments.I spent 20yrs with the 1st Bn 1st Special Forces. I to have been blown up by those danm IED's I try to hang on everyday danm day i just would like to give up but my 6 yr old son tells everyone that his dad is a hero.He wears my medals to school and would never lose them. He's wore my purple hearts and my bronze star. ppl ask are you worried he will lose them,I say he charishes them too much to lose them.Where can i buy your song at? It says everything about me and many others.Thx for what you have done for myself and all my brothers and sisters.MSG Hopp retired and disabled U.S.Army VET.

[@giannaperrone2861]

michael hopp God bless you and your family ,thank you for your service

[@DonyaLane]

God, bless and give encouraging strength to our veterans and active military. When I see guys like this, I feel profoundly grateful. And if I'm being honest with myself, I don't feel worthy of what they gave. My heroes!

[@SunnySinclair1979]

I hear you brother I have PTSD and schizophrenia after serving a tour overseas then I was in the 101rst Airborne. Made it to scouts it is unreal what has been done do us. You all are doing such a good job and offering perfection when it is demanded. God bless.

[@cassandrafarmer2473]

My husband has been battling injuries for so long... 80 surgeries in 20 yrs, bilateral amputee and the loss of digits in both hands due to chemical warfare destroying his body. When the towers were hit he was tormented because he couldn’t go fight... once a soldier, always a soldier. Every veteran deserves recognition and praise.

[@JosephVelez-z4z]

God bless you for staying by his side and god bless him for his service and may he continue to fight. Thank you for your service brother.

[@lorrainewickett208]

So heartfelt.Our soldiers sacrificed their lives for freedom. Thank you is not enough. I am here free because of you🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

Beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@elizabethkuchta5097]

❤

[@daundemarrias2485]

Made me cry, OIF '03-'04, Taji Iraq, miss my brothers 😢

[@isasimental1113]

Your brothers have not left you they stand with you everyday praying for you to push forward and come through this for you. Never forget you can do this for you.

[@gunfighterfd]

even those of us that are not PTSD have our Ghost and still taste, feel hear and remember, like it just happen. Thanks for the song and thank those other Veterans for their service and just know there are brothers and sisters out here for yall to talk to any time.

[@FireballProductions911]

My son was in Marine Corps 3rd and 5th. He is doing better but for a very long time he wasnt. They all suffer with PTSD of some kind or another. I am one of the lucky moms. My son came home but My son is 100% disabled . Thank God he's a Christian and he found a support group of vets. He has a wonderful Christian wife that stood with him through all of what he is going through. I Have two wonderful grandchildren now but he still suffers every day . He struggles and trues so hard and it hurts me to see him go through this self hatred. I praise God that he's in church and what day he will understand that God knows the things that he had to do he didn't want to do. I just pray that he can forgive his self one day in Jesus name. He still shakes and can't being in a crowded situation that is real noisy. It is very hard for a person that don't understand to know what they're going through My Prayers are going out for all of these soldiers and their families.

[@Jontaylor270]

Thank you for all you did for our country i know saying thank you doesn't do it justice but i thank you from the bottom of my heart

[@Deadpool-ODST]

As a Veteran Suffering from PTSD and TBI I thank you for helping to spread awareness for the two and for Veteran Suicide. I too was once of that dark path but after a lot of hard work and the never ending support from my family and girlfriend of six years, I finally found the path out. Though I am far from the Light at the end i am at least on the right path. Once again I thank you. Keep spreading the good word, You gained a fan today!!

[@kacyadams8329]

thank you for serving our country man. and i am so sorry you have ptsd and tbi and i pray for you and all other soldiers that they don't have this and if they do then that God will be their to ease you pain of suffering. remember that when your in tough times that God will always be their man. thank you so much for your service!!!!!!!! God bless our soldiers and God bless you man,

[@Deadpool-ODST]

Thank You! I'll admit without Him I would have not made it through. Thanks!

[@kacyadams8329]

he's the only one we as humans can really rely on. glad to hear you trust in the Lord all mighty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@aarinhowe5003]

Thank you so much for serving!

[@lukecocchi804]

God Bless you man thank you for your service! Glad you see the light now, no one is ever alone or an island, just think of friends and God. I wouldn't be where I am now without either of them. Again God Bless man Thank You!

[@pkrz22]

I shared this song, my story, I now give back to charity. There is absolutely a silver lining in all bad times. It takes time. Feels absolutely beautiful to give back to the brothers and funds that help them which helps me. God bless all of you. From my family dating ww2- all wars which mine ending OIF/OEF. Blessings, Ssgt PK USAF

[@Wookie_Cookie_2014]

Perfect. I wish that all could forget what they had to see, experience, lose, and do in the wars that men can never seem to stop coming. Despite all of the pain in known history that is tied to war, we still start them or join them. And our men, our boys, and now our women and our girls, too, go do what they believe in. They make a choice to leave and never return again... literally or figuratively. Sacrifice. Thankfully most seem to have personal reasons to serve, why they fight, and they stand by their decisions... sadly, many lose their reasons to serve a nation that often lets them down, thankless, alone, broken. I have seen these things in the eyes of grandfathers, uncles and two fathers. If it had not been for a surgical procedure, I would have had to see it in my youngest daughter's eyes. All she wanted since she was nine years old was to go into the Navy. Plans and goals. I currently have a niece (We love you, Jessica S.) in the Air Force, and my friend's daughter (We love you, too, Christy P.) in the Navy. I want them to come home with the light still dancing in their eyes. I want them home whole. I want everyone to come home alive and whole. Without the courage of those who go and do what others turn their noses up to, you better start learning a few new languages that will inevitably become your new native tongue. There have been wars fought by such men and women that you do not have appreciation for, where the line between what could have been and what is, was so thin you can't imagine it. You owe them all for every right that you have-- like it or not. You would not have the right to an opinion, let alone a voice to object, if not for those who too many people have no respect or understanding for. Thank them. You owe them that much. We all owe them more. Thank you for everyone who has served, in *_any_* capacity, in *_any_* branch, in peace time or time of war, from the beginning of this country that we love, The United States of America. We are far from perfect. A lot is broken and needs to be worked on just to heal. But we will love and endure together, if only we will *_let it happen, be a part of it, start the process!_* Past, present, and future, we owe it to every man, woman, or even child who has served, and especially those who have had to pay high prices-- or the ultimate one-- for so little or no thanks or appreciation. Let's change that. We are the USA! ~Peace!

[@DocStrikers]

I am at a loss for words. This is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. I am in tears. Thank you. I just want to hug those guys. You are amazing.

[@coups119]

Thank you for making this video. Thanks you all veterans. My nephew served in Iraq. He has sever PTSD from being ordered to shoot civilians, women and children. He's never been the same man we knew before. Alcohol and failed marriage. God help everyone who suffers from PTSD. Heavenly Father please heal these soldier's minds, souls, and hearts in Jesus name. Amen

[@SoldierHard]

Bravo...hats off, standing...salute to you for this...knocked it out the park! Thanks for this Soldier Hard 19kilo

[@tyaltyjoviev]

As a mother of a soldier going back for his 4 th tour this year, I have seen things and worry more everyday. But as for my son I would not shudder or run from anything my son has done to protect himself to honor his country.Both his father and I are vets both neither of us have ever gone through such an ordeal as him. Litlle by little I LISTEN when he is ready to talk. I wish our goverment would listen to all our men without any punshments as they all say and yes I believe. SHHHHHHHHH! Did you hear that? They are yelling and screaming at what they seen and done and know, but then most of the USA have already forgotten. So sad!

[@PatriotN88]

Soldier hard..thanks for everything you do!! You have helped me thru a lot your music has changed the way I think. 94Tango

[@xxthegamecollectorxx4673]

Soldier Hard 19k! We're all 11b now. Wish I knew this when I enlisted missed a 10k bonus and did the job anyways.

[@thomasharrington9947]

Soldier Hard thank you for your music I always turn to it. 19Delta

[@seanjohnson983]

Thank y'all for y'alls service. Wish I could thank y'all in person. It means a lot that you risked y'alls lives for mine and every Americans freedom

[@thecognitivedissonant5206]

I'm so incredibly proud of our troops, those who are serving now, and all who have served before. I get teary thinking of the courage, strength, and sacrifice. We WANT to hear your experiences and we WANT to know what would be helpful to support you! Thank you all! For God and Country! ❤🇺🇸❤🙏🙏🙏

[@michaeljorgensen5351]

16 yrs in combat, just found this song. Everything in this song hits hard. I'm retired and 1 year and 3 months married to to. an Angel We had a job, and please reach out. GOD IS REAL.

[@richywi5838]

Absolutely beautiful, I have a brother-in-law with PTSD and this song kind of gives me a small window into what it must be like to live this with disorder. Wonderful job +JoeBachman, keep it up, keep supporting the troops. God bless !

[@davidsnell8499]

Joe Bachman, I am a combat veteran and I want to reach out to you and say thank you man. This video has me in tears as i think man you hit it on the nose. I do suffer from ptsd and want to say thanks again.

[@ufelcher]

Liar

[@truthseeker7211]

SHALOM...I never had to serve overseas, but every tear I cried during this video was for our HEROS who were deployed....some my training partners as an M.P. SHALOM - Peace to ALL THE HEROS!

[@ollieequestrian08]

This brought me to tears. My mom was in the Air Force my dad is in the army and out of my three older brothers the last two want to go into the army and Air Force one actually just graduated from boot camp for the army I hope they will not get hurt I love them to much

[@gamechan7889]

true that brother

[@priscillamcclure4272]

Lost my brother in law this year, he was in Vietnam and seemed fine, but the older he got was worse. He had malaria and got so paranoid he would nail windows shut. Sad to see how much our heroes suffered. Thank you to all!!

[@suncoast851]

I hold all the support of a wonderful track. Soldiers- Veterans all close to heart❤. Thank you - America.

[@ab-ty2rw]

Thank you for your sacrifice. GOD bless you. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@bulldog049]

Thank you for this video. I have lived with PTSD for over 20 years. If I didnt have the support of my family and friends I dont think I would have made it this long. When I first heard this song it brought tears to my eyes because it describes me well. Semper-Fi!

[@plyihcky247]

tears here as well