Marine Infantryman reacts to First Medal of Honor Ever Recorded

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[@catherinegee2741]

My husband, was a former Air Force Controller, served for 14 years walked out of the room in tears. He could only watch 3 mins. It hit him too hard. He new Chapman. He has been shot twice in combat but it is his lost brothers that tear him up inside. Thanks to all who served.

[@yeahok115sure]

Please tell your husband America’s thanks him for his service and sacrifice. These men like your husband are amazing people and there story is inspiring to average citizens. When life gets tuff for me I read books by these warriors and it help me open my eyes, to how easy I have it

[@catherinegee2741]

@bobdogg2010 no not really. To be honest there is a lot of his military service that he doesn't talk about. Some because it's painful and some because he can't, security reasons. He only mentioned Chapman because I was watching the video. He just said what a great man he was and walked out. He only served with Chapman for a few months during a training class.

[@TaehunSeong.]

Men like Husband is the reason why we stand up in the national anthem.

[@itscrazyal]

your husband and i may never meet, but thank him for me. He is what makes this country great.

[@JMTwistUp]

God bless your husband. And I thank him for his service and sacrifice.

[@bunduru0095]

I imagine you took your hat off as a sign of respect at the mention of the fallen seal at the start of the vid, that sir is what us brits would call a sign of character.

[@sirinherrscherofvoid.chose2235]

Bunduru 00 Such a tiny motion can result in so much emotion. That’s true respect right here

[@fluff2001]

Did he ever respond and say YES that is why I removed by cap ? Does anyone know the answer to this ? If he did, he just got a new subscriber and a fan in me ... How about you guys ?

[@docwhiskey996]

Respect to our Brit brothers

[@jamesx7408]

Cover.

[@bunduru0095]

@@fluff2001 Got a heart on the comment, response enough.

[@MrVenne73]

In Finland we call this as SISU! That means you just don't give up no matter what is going on! John Chapman show what SISU really means!

[@Jeppeje]

yes, I was just thinking the same.

[@mickluchsinger486]

John Chapman is drinking in the halls of Valhalla with the other true warriors. Drink one for me brother. Semper Fi USMC ret

[@tfs203]

Ive seen this "SISU" quite a few times between 1997-2018. Many of it is never recorded, some forgotten, and some never seen, left to fad away in the minds most. Sometimes its easier to just forget it ALL, then remember anything at all. This is true Heroism, or SISU, no matter what opinions you have of War, or anyother Nation. Dying to save others, without thinking twice, nolonger becomes a choice in some men, it becomes a reflex.

[@Banidil]

Thank you for honoring thier memory. Thier family lost a hero but it gained a legacy

[@tnw66randomstreamsandmore33]

Perkele

[@badkarmaonezero]

John Chapman wasn't alone on that mountain with the enemy....... The enemy was alone on that mountain with John Chapman Buy the book, honor his life

[@eathanhale8244]

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[@trevormurray617]

The motto “ first there “ is fitting for combat controllers and guys like Chapman, first there and they don’t quit until the job is done.

[@granthoover9045]

Ef77 what do u mean? Why is it a hard read?

[@charliemendez5598]

@@granthoover9045 very emotional he had two little girls waiting back home for him with his wife

[@charliemendez5598]

@Shroomy its called alone at dawn

[@richardgrace4500]

What most people dont realize and what makes this more incredible is,that Chapman was already in that ridge once on approach when the helicopter he was in was hit and the seal (the one that they are attempting to rescue in this video) fell out, the pilot flew the crippled helicopter back to base and Chapman jumped on the next one knowing full well what was waiting on top of the ridge

[@veldrin1000]

I doubt their are many people who would make an altruistic last stand like that... RIP John Chapman.

[@RyanForrest1664]

veldrin1000 I agree! Total warrior! 💪🏻

[@Ragnarswe]

Indeed - RIP John Chapman

[@MrBallisticbob]

No man knows what another man is capable of, you yourself may not know what you are capable of, until the circumstances present themselves. Not to put down any other person, but what Chapman did was extraordinary. I imagine that you get to a point where you know you're done with, balls to the wall, I'm gonna take as many of them with me while I'm on the way out. I can rap my mind around that for the certain few, not sure I could do it or not, may never know, hopefully I will never know. I can not express enough respect to this man, John Chapman. A true hero, not a sports celebrity or other such nonsense but a true hero. RIP MSgt! May God have you at his side!

[@AB______________]

@@MrBallisticbob Well said man. No one knows who is capable of what.

[@v.emiltheii-nd.8094]

Cancerians would be like that. They would take 100 bullets for their squad and give the enemy 1000 bullets if it means protecting them.

[@johnnychaos152]

I actually knew John and had worked with him shortly before this. I love you Brother. Rest in Peace 🍻

[@Neo_Frankfurter]

What do you feel today knowing your army forces fought in an illegal war in Iraq, justified bye a whole bunch of lies and corruption? Knowing your forces killed hundreds of thousands civillians with tip top equipment? Nothing, something? And do you actually call that war or assault? Just over 4 thousand casualties on US side since 2003 to date. Do you call that war? Heroes even...? The NATO came (mainly US), sucked all air out of a whole country and left it bleeding on the ground. That's what happend. Don't tell me what happened there. My whole family has military background aswell and we come from war and defended (!) our country 8 years until success. We have lost our own blood. I know what I am talking about. Stay respectful, or get out of my way, please. You should know though what many NATO/US veterans feel when coming back from war, right? PTSD and sleepless nights with horrible visions? That's normal I guess when you realize you fought for nothing but lies. It's life telling you you f****d up bad. Because for every child or woman you THINK you have saved your forces killed 100 more in their place. However there is also other guys like Jocko Willink and Co. who claim to have ''freed'' the nation of Iraq. Just look at the numbers, and watch before/after pictures. The story should unfold easily to any normal human.

[@RockerFinland]

John Chapman truly was so much more than just brave and that's why I would like to describe his heroic act with the word "SISU". There are no English word for the SISU but it roughly translated into English as strength of will, determination, perseverance, relentless willpower and resilience and acting rationally in the face of adversity (all these words Combined). The Finns uses the word when they feel there are no common word that gives enough honor to some act. I’m not an emotional man but I shed tears for John Chapman, he is now part of a large group of heroic Americans who inspires us all. 04:29 I got goosebumps because I actually took my cap off at the same time as you did (I took my cap off automatically to show my respect because it felt right thing to do).

[@toddlanctot643]

You used the word SISU. My grandmother who is Finnish used to say it. Never knew what it meant.

[@Neo_Frankfurter]

US war propaganda and their people really can make you sick. This guy was maybe tough with his top equipment, but no hero at all. I dont have any feelings towards him except contempt. Because there is no glory when you fight for lies and kill thousands of civilians and destroy a whole nation in an illegal war. May he rest in piss with his newest US rifle he wanted in his hands since the US brainwashed him from early on. No feelings what so ever for war criminals! Coming from an ex military. A warrior fighting for lies is no warrior. Take that in before you start spamming. I feel sorry for the people of earth that got killed and robbed again by imperialists in Iraq. Peace.

[@benrex7775]

And I noticed that you took of your hat. It was well deserved. Some people are heroes.

[@Gunslinger1875]

He come home, his grateful brothers bought him home. VALHALLA! My heart goes out to the family of this American warrior.

[@Pih_TV]

As someone who’s been under fire in the afghan mountains I can assure you it is extremely scary. I much rather be clearing compounds than fighting in the mountains.

[@tori9365]

Thank you for your service ❤

[@hotsingleplaguedoctorinarea]

Any specific reasons?

[@billallen4793]

@hotsingleplaguedoctorinyou1259 the mtns are another enemy, so your fighting several different things at the same time. Makes fighting against it harder..from Wyoming USA 🇺🇸 🤠

[@Julliusization]

Wow, I actually fell silent because of this. I am not in the army myself but I had heard some stories about heroic deeds and self sacrifice. But to see and hear it like this was heartwrecking. Thank you for sharing such an amazing story man, even if it might be very difficult for you to do, it is really appreciated. Respect and stay strong man!

[@Dubskii001]

Sgt Chapman was actually a CCT in the Air Force 🇺🇸

[@theKRUGMEISTER]

I’ve seen a few reactions to this video, but I think this was the first one that made me understand why the original footage hit me so powerfully. Thanks for providing your insight on this, I really appreciate it.

[@donaldmccombs5566]

When I was a leader with the 101st Airborne he was the example I tought my soldiers to be along with myself.

[@n91795]

The man faced extreme adversity with overwhelming odds his actions transcend that of any award or metal that can ever be given his actions are and will forever be legendary

[@coops9871]

Rest in peace brothers........British army veteran 27years. 🙏

[@RyanForrest1664]

Coops Cooperson thanks for your service brother. Former Royal Marines Commando, 6 years

[@ogexo]

@Lou g Xx11 He is.... He even makes videos about it

[@krakon6565]

@@ogexo Some "dudes" are angry and embarrassed about being pussies.

[@jeffreyburnett388]

U.S Army combat veteran. OEF 13-14

[@eljefe9020]

We are with you brother

[@NeoVoodooTech]

They say part of the mountain cracked in two from the weight of his balls on that day. Rest In Peace John you are remembered.

[@brianpeters867]

Damn right!!!!!

[@MsTeaRex]

Thousands of people have cried over John Chapman , I feel honored to shed these tears for John . RIP

[@WHADATBOYNAMEIS]

im not even joking, bro.... u should be giving talks and speeches. im the furthest thing from a military guy but u are fantastic to listen to. so incredibly calm, collected, astute and most importantly, genuinely thoughtful. ur tone and cadence and approach and maturity addressing the subject matter is very powerful. i could listen to u talk about anything all day long sir. more please! thank u for ur service rip neil and john

[@Ragnarswe]

This sent chill down my spine! What an awsome bad ass, wouldnt stop. Dont know what goes through ones mind at a situation like he went through. I imagine that, that kind of bravery must have something to do with love, he must have loved his brothers.

[@philiprowlands1619]

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

[@bobbyball6671]

Good job mate tough to watch, if I remember rightly i read somewhere the seal team leader was heavily criticised for leaving chapman without checking but watching it puts a different light on it. No one can know truly what went on but the guys who we’re there. That shows the true brotherhood of the military

[@nspd2]

I want to thank you for your review of this video. When you took hour hat off when the narrator explained about the fallen seal that the team were there to try to recover. Semper FI! Respect! Retired Sailor here. Thank you.

[@joeking7707]

God bless America!!!!!...as a brit im so proud of all the men and women who sacrificed their lives in every way.

[@paulamchristie]

Hi, this maybe a bit random but I was wondering if you saw the Peter Jackson documentary They Shall Not Grow Old? It is must for anyone interested in military history. Sir Peter was given access to the British Archive of film and interviews from WW1. He then took the old jerky black and white silent film and restored it into colour adding the missing frames (the lower frame rates make the film jerky to modern audiences) and adds authentic sound. He even gets lip readers to read the lips on the footage and casts people from the same region as the regiment on film so the accents are the same. It really gives the feeling of being in WW1. A copy of the documentary was given free to every school in the UK. It is 1hr 40mins long so maybe watch it off camera but it is well worth it. You could react to the trailer.

[@fluff2001]

Thank you Sir John Chapman and to all our American and UK friends and allies from Australia .... Without USA and UK none of us would be free people today... If you are in the military in UK USA or AUS or a veteran God Bless You ..... The entire Western World owes you a debt of gratitude .........

[@asensionmartinez9147]

Thank you for the reaction video and your service, Jarhead

[@chrispierdominici3891]

John Chapman's determination and heroism in this fight are almost beyond comprehension. His actions were virtually superhuman. Even among Medal of Honor awardees, his actions have to be among the most astounding. His actions certainly awe me and bring tears to my eyes no matter how many times I watch the video.

[@HerbCrustedSpam]

Shakespeare said it well: “we few, we happy few, we band of brothers-for whoever sheds his blood with me today shall be my brother. However humble his birth, this day shall grant him nobility. And men back in England now safe in their beds will curse themselves for not having been here, and think less of their own manhood when they listen to the stories of those who fought with us here on St. Crispin’s Day.” It’s nearly impossible to explain the bonds of brotherhood in battle where you eat, sleep, sweat, train, bleed, fight, and even sometimes cry, beside the same group of men for years together. Those that know don’t need explanations, we get it. I would do anything for my brothers in war.

[@phillydelphia8760]

I'm just glad you didn't say that was a Henry V quotation 😅

[@jazzcarpenter2098]

It really Is great to hear commentary from a United States Marine because they are looked upon as being the combat elite but the fact remains that when engaged in combat regardless of what branch you serve in, you’re all brothers fighting for the same cause and for each other. That’s a really powerful thing to realize when you look at the American fighting man. They may have different roles to play but they’re all just a small part of a bigger whole whose job it is to put themselves in harms way to protect people like myself and other civilians! Thanks for reviewing this man, it’s really awe inspiring that we have such brave men and women fighting for us! Rest assured that all of you are respected and loved for what you do and what you stand for!

[@benrex7775]

I couldn't do that. I don't know how it is under such pressure but I normally faint if I see too much blood. At least I did once when I was little and I almost did a second time when I was 20. I also don't deal with stress situations that well. I'm a pretty miserable soldier. I'm glad that the Swiss military is purely defensive.

[@shamm249]

What a warrior. RIP to this hero

[@JerseyMikeP]

my grandfather fought in WW2 My brother in law and 2 of my cousins where in the MARINES. there is a respect they deserve.

[@JerseyMikeP]

Never give up... Never surrender, that's what constitutes a Warrior.

[@temptjoe]

Thank you for your service... Love you!

[@Rav_ind_er]

What a legend! Rest in Power Mr Chapman❤

[@1949crewchief]

To have this on video is so important. It should be played in History classes, Government classes because our schools are not teaching our kids about the sacrifices men and women have given to this country and why our Declaration of Independence and Constitution are so important...the blood laid down on the altar of freedom was for us and those who come after us. But the cost is being forgotten. I never thought when I enlisted 30 years ago that our nation would be in so much peril as it is today. But with men and women like Chapman who are willing to sacrifice their own lives for others it gives me hope.

[@SuiLagadema]

I'm not a US serviceman but when I saw this video it made me cry. Some of my guys saw me they were "hey sarge you ok?" made them watch the video while I translated to them. That's how 5 dudes on a little barrack ended up crying.

[@blackjuel]

Thank you for your service and protection.

[@philipkollberg]

Heartbreaking to watch.

[@usmc24thmeu36]

As a beirut marine i know it like loosening friends war. I was part of the alert squad that came in right after the barracks was bombed from the uss iwo jima

[@matt2887]

Going into this video for the third time. FroM different reactions. It is with great pain and respect I will watch Chapman go above and beyond. 🙏

[@thornydig]

RIP Brother ✝️

[@caseykey6467]

"Its brutal and its violent"... and its beautiful for what he did. He was a protector, he put YOU, his brothers lives above his own. Its not just a warriors creed ppl, though we see it most often as warriors sacrifice themselves for others. I hope what rubs off is that should be a creed for men. My father served, I was a brat, he spent about 42 months in a combat zone saving ppl for part of the time as a helicopter pilot. As a civilian, what inspires me is that my life is not my own. I do not ever want to have to face it, but if I ever have to, I pray I have the courage to do so. Amen.

[@dustinfulks8166]

Awesome reaction. Thank you for your service sir🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@MajorHud]

It is very hard to watch, but I feel honor bound to do so. Vietnam Veteran, Quang Tri Province RSV, 1970

[@fleshen]

As a non American that is a hard watch! My dad was military and could never talk about things (Brit in Korea) Bless him and his family a good man! And the hat removal was so good!

[@seanj2582]

Love & Respect brother

[@j.christopherlindsey8933]

This man is enjoying the hall of Valhalla! It wasn't an AC-130 or uma, it was the valkyries watching him that day.

[@michaelbishop9127]

I've always hears that the TOP of the ELITE were the AIR FORCWE SPECIAL FORCES. THIS YOUNG MAM proved it.

[@MBE-ib3jy]

No words will ever do justice to such a brave man, plus his comrades, and those that later went to their rescue. Such men as are rare rocking horse shit, we are lucky to have such men serving our countries.

[@keithmarsh6679]

what a super brave guy a true hero hard to watch.

[@randommadness1021]

Genuinely lost for words here. RIP

[@chrismcdaniel6035]

he went to the next life with honor

[@MZ-bl6wg]

It’s amazing to think with a mortal wound and becoming conscious again that he could have easily moved from bunker one a very short distance to the west and began to slide down the steep mountain slope to the valley below and quite possibly done this without being noticed as the enemy thought he was dead being incapacitated for 45+ minutes. Roughly 15 feet to the edge and having the cover of the 105’s that had the enemy’s heads down, he could have radio’d he was alive and heading to the valley below and had much better odds than taking on 24+ enemy but for whatever reason , whether still intent on looking for His brother Roberts , or searching for his team as he didn’t know they retreat or most likely knowing he was mortally wounded and going to take out as many enemy possible to protect the inbound QRF. I can’t imagine the courage to NOT make those few steps to the edge and safety and chose to take on two dozen enemy instead while already going into shock! He took several rounds by the two enemy that charged but not being able to put him down with direct hits they charged and he killed both in hand to hand combat and then a third just after with his M4. How does someone in shock with likely 5-6 bullet wounds in shock have the strength to get back up and go hand to hand with non wounded experienced mercenaries and kill both? Then to again choose to NOT while under the tree and roughly 10’ from the south west slope and a relatively safe egress move to bunker 1 knowing the helo would land in the same LZ and he’d have the best chance of covering safely in the bunker between the LZ and bunker 2. Some suggest that he stayed because after making the initial call and his equipment failing he knew his fellow Combat Controller heard his initial call stating he was alive but with the equipment failing he knew they would send an immidate QRF to recover him, so rather than egress and chance the helo taking heavy Fire comming in for him that would not be there, he chose to defend his brothers that were sure to come after him as they did Roberts. Sounds like the type of soldier he was. Then the bravery of ultimately egressing the safe bunker and assaulting all targets he could see he took a lot of the attention off the helo and put heads down and became an easy target to occupy the enemy. Had he not done this , no doubt the remaining 16 enemy would have obliterated the helo instead of only a single RPG making contact. Never seen or heard of anyone so brave in my life. And to think these kind of things happen regularly amongst our military, they care more for the brother next to them than their own lives. My best friend is an A-10 Thunderbolt II pilot currently, served in Afghanistan and now Iraq providing Close Air Support for convoys and patrols as needed now 7 years into his service and when he talks about the men on the ground that he’s supporting it’s like nothing I’ve ever heard/seen. He talks about them like actual brothers even though he’s never met most of them. He talks about hearing coms from the ground forces when enroute or engaging and he experiences actual fear for them and has taken direct fire more times than he can count but will not return to base until he’s out of rounds and still occasionally just performing a show of force flying low to keep heads down until The next 2 are near. He’s shown me pictures of large holes in the wings of his A-10s from gun runs where he returns and refuels /ammo and immidately returns , damage and all. (He says there’s no hesitation where the A-10 was designed to take heavy fire and damage and still fly with titanium armor under the engines, critical components and the tub and being a primarily mechanical jet , it can take damage and still operate and perform. ) He sent pictures of one of his A-10’s in Afghanistan 3 deployments in and it had. 32 direct hits to the wings, belly and both engines and “flew like knew” performing 3 gun runs in a single day. He has that same type of bravery, 32 impacts , possibility of mechanical failure but still more important to re-fuel and reload 3 different times in a single day for a convoy ambush and patrol ambush. On the third run he did a show of force , 4 gun runs and then 2 more show of force until he didn’t have enough fuel to return to the base knowingly and ended up landing in the desert in a dangerous area to wait for a fuel tanker . The stories he’s told me make me proud to be his brother. He has a wife and 3 kids but still serving in one of THE most dangerous wings in the military 7 years strong. He’s said that when a patrol or convoy is being ambushed or calling for CAS that it’s a feeling similar to when his little brother was getting bullied in school but on a much deeper level and knowing he can directly and hugely impact the battlefield in a very tangible and immediate way that it’s the most rewarding job he could have. He was offered 3 different times to move to C-130 transports and even a slot in Louisiana away from combat but he feels a responsibility to be there for his brothers. Combat Arms you can tell has this same mentality continuing to serve and even changing services to remain a force. My dad did the same refusing to leave the frontline until he lost his leg in Vietnam in the Army, he still to this day has each new prosthetic leg hydro dipped in the American flag instead of being bitter about his injury. He’s past his D day now on borrowed time but has spent several hours every day providing service at the VA for PTSD and injured Vets for years now. You guys are all true patriots, there’s something so special about those that serve and I’m so greatful for your service! Thankyou!

[@WilloPR]

Thank you for your service, brother.

[@brodiekochie7709]

Bro I've never been in combat. This is heart wrenching as hell... You need to do a reaction video to the story of what happened between this video and the MOH award though. This team leader and seal team is questionable af.

[@JerseyMikeP]

Sharple and 16 shots? That is a SOLIDER!

[@ArizonaGunsDave]

That would be an Airman and a mighty fine Airman at that. Anyone in any branch of service at any level would fight next to John any day of the week!

[@heathwoodburn644]

I have made it my mission to watch all of these vids... he deserves the views.

[@craignickum6551]

The reason he was incapacitated and then remarkably recovered. One reason--God told him son, it's not quite your time yet. There is still some more work to do.

[@montyround7739]

R.I.P. true hero 🙏

[@therealspooks]

Iraq, 04--5, medic, 31st CSH and 332nd ATFH...tough one to watch, treated many as a Medic, LSA Anaconda was a busy place...thank you

[@bustabloodvessel5327]

I have the utmost respect for Mr Chapman and the courage he showed in such a dire situation. May he rest in peace. Watching this video gives some idea of what it takes to win that medal so I just wanted to point out the sacrifice the Irish have made to make America the greatest military force in human history. It hasn't all been lucky charms, potatoes, Guinness and leprechauns. There has been a lot of blood sweat and tears too. Of the 3,464 Medals of Honor awarded as of September 17, 2009, an estimated 2,021 have been awarded to Irish-American recipients, more than twice the number awarded any other ethnic group; 257 Irish-born Americans have received the Medal of Honor which represents more than half of foreign-born MOH recipients. All this from a little Island with only half the population of New York City. Mr Chapman and all the other recipients are in my prayers. Sorry if it feels like I hijacked your video honouring this man as that is not my intention.

[@Astrokidd69]

Do you think they should release the radio calls John Chapman made?

[@markmartin6466]

Man, that was beautiful what you said. Thankyou for sharing this video. Sadness and mourning is the result of war. Unfortunately we have to send our young Americans to clean up the mess old men make while acting like children in a tantrum. I support you guys and thank you for the sacrifices you all make.. This video is so hard to watch in the knowing that this is real. So many people take our liberty and freedom for granted. They don't have the capacity of compassion and caring while others want to destroy the Constitution and take our democracy from us. Once again thank you and take care of yourself.

[@mgharvey3657]

Also take into account the altitude they were fighting in.

[@russellroberts5689]

There was also a SEAL, Britt Slabinski, awarded a Medal of Honor in this same action. His was not posthumous, but that gives an even bigger picture of how horrific this battle really was, when two Medals of Honor are awarded. Slabinski's medal was upgraded from a Navy Cross, and Chapman's was upgraded from an Air Force Cross.

[@petis1976]

And the SEAL's tried to block Chapman's MOH numerous times, and much of Slabinski's MOH is based on Chapman's actual actions.

[@ajd805]

slabs a fraud literally got the medal so the navy saved face. theyre a disgrace. he lied and claimed hed cleared the bunker and that he checked john he did neither. it was also his stupid decision to infil at the peak instead of a safer option resulting in avoidable deaths. hes shunned by many seal operators but theyre not allowed to speak out. hes a disgrace to the seals and so are the naval beurocrats who tried over and over again to block the truth about johns actions from coming out

[@StaceyAdkins-y6u]

I can't wrap my head around the fact; that THE BRAND left him in the bunker in first place. After he pretty much saved their life, it seems they just rolled out without even giving him a thought. It's crazy that the went back to get Roberts and they had the chance to do that, but apparently that wasn't that squads primary concern.😢

[@bubbamunoz4755]

No man out there knows how they will react to such a situation like this. I've heard it's not really courage, more of fear. This kind of courage cannot exist without a heavy amount of fear running through your head. Fear breeds courage. Courage ultimately leads to heroic acts by an individual. There was a kid at the Santa Fe high school shootings, was in JROTC, boy held the door open so everyone could run outside and get to safety. kid sacrificed his last moments of life like a para-rescueman, so others may live. I don't consider myself a veteran considering I only got 1 tour before I was pushed out. Gary gordon and Randy shughart inspired me to join after learning of their actions in the blackhawk down movie. I wanted career but couldn't get it. But I'm only 30 and a few years of building a case with some lawyers I'm hoping I can get the chance to reenlist showing that my mental capacity has greatly improved vs 9 years ago how I was. Fingers crossed. The man in this footage, just like with every MoH recipient before and after him, will always hold that mantle as a legend will always carry them in the highest standards.

[@markkelly6316]

Legend 100 %

[@monikamilz2857]

I never understand why they left him alone. I know nothing about military stuff, but I grow up with:nobody was left behind. What about that.it is really heartbroking to watch this. I always cry for him. Thank you for your service hero.

[@DaRedeyeJedi808]

Because they thought he was KIA.....

[@DTG_LOCKETT]

@@DaRedeyeJedi808 if they knew he was alive they would have carried him out. If none of them had gotten injured they would have carried Roberts out. If they weren't retreating under fire they would have carried them all out. Rangers went back and got them so they were left behind that day but they are home now

[@DaRedeyeJedi808]

@@DTG_LOCKETT I could have told you that

[@tobinhays652]

Thank you

[@davidrasberry7261]

I wonder how many World War 2 veterans have grandchildren that have died in this war? It would be surreal to think of their grandsons or granddaughters dying before them. I have often wondered about that. Even though war is different in terms of technology the premise is still the cold reality of the struggle between good and evil.

[@mistyshirks38]

Thank you chapman and thank you Marine

[@urbankoistinen5688]

Seeing this I kind of like the idea of Tom Kratman to equally honor the valor of the enemy soldiers. Took some guts to go out and fight him hand to hand.

[@joejohnson4183]

Sgt John Chapman has proven himself above anything that would be expected or required and he has earned and is most welcome to sit at the table in the Great Hall of Valhalla . Let us all toast to the life and death of Sgt John Chapman and praise that men such as he , exists.

[@citisoccer]

The hardest men in the world well up a bit when seeing this video. If you don't FEEL what this man did, then you're just kinda dead inside.

[@darthmike4845]

Thank for your service Marine. Thank you Master Sgt John Chapman a true HEROES. Not Spoiled NFL NBA MLB Sports Superstars or Hollywood Celebrities. GOD blessed our Military Heroes World wide. We must Fight against evil.

[@DaRedeyeJedi808]

So what happens when that EVIL is amongst ourselves like its been for the past 2 years?

[@musketbal]

Check out Roy Benevetez who was in Vietnam. Another case of someone is willing to give his all for his brothers. Thank you for your service and sacrifices you have endured for our Country.

[@matthewzimmerman5064]

Did the members know if their teammate was dead at the time they came back or were they fighting to save him in hopes he was alive? I imagine John running up that hill to help/save his teammate! I know John was AF and the man down was a Navy Seal but they were brothers that have each others backs. These amazing men fight for their brothers and sisters next to them. My experiences were in safe areas where I never saw hand to hand combat but I was in the AF and worked on planes so I wasn’t near the combat areas. John was a badass and a hero! The men that I know who have seen combat have always said that they would do anything for their brothers or sisters fighting next to them. I need to read this book and with that said MSgt Chapman is truly an American Hero!

[@lani6647]

Interesting fact: The Seal team leader who ran away and left Chapman on that mountain also got the Medal of Honor, because the Navy Seals threatened to block Chapmans MOH if their guy wasn’t saved his blushes for doing this.

[@kylekinney9455]

God Bless you all...seriously

[@hethinkshesfunny]

This is truly hard to watch knowing that hell is being unleashed from so many directions. John and his teammates are true heroes. Msgt. Chapman displays unbelievable individual heroism. No words seem even close acknowledgment of the sacrifice. RIP and may Jesus light forever wash over you in Heaven.

[@mikes.6751]

A true hero.

[@heathertucker4360]

Ultimate sacrifice ..

[@GodOfWar221]

Okay, the moment you explained the mindset, of "Okay, I'm not going home...and I'm okay with that" hit me super hard. I have nothing, but the utmost respect for our soldiers..whom willingly place themselves in the gun sights...just so we can carry on our lives. Now, I know throughout the years...the politics have not been kind, asking why we were in Iraq..or why we were still in Afghanistan. I don't care about that...I love all of you, and I hope that you can all come home safe, and be with your families and loved ones. "Death closes all: but something ere the end..some work of noble note, may yet be done,. Not unbecoming men that strove with Gods" Ulysses-Alfred, Lord Tennyson.

[@RovingRoninEDC]

From now, until the breaking of the world, that day belongs to MSGT John Chapman....for all time.

[@MZ-bl6wg]

The author lives close to me, and was also a combat air controller for 20 years so he understands the position and working g with the CIA and the DoD ; teammates on operation to get the lost accutayrbi info. He also Donetsk a portion of every sale to John’s wife and 2 daughters . Also for those that weeny aware with alit asking why he charged in his own. We can’t k ow for sure but we do know that Niel Roberts were very vsry close friends Roberts had talken out of their Cinooik just hours earlier . I wish he had mentioned the total number roc SOF that lost their lives in this 18 hour clusterfuck! Loosing not only fellow team members but also most of the next QRF hat arrived.

[@longtabsigo]

This is NOT the first one recorded; it is the first one RELEASED to the general public. The first ones recorded were Gary Gordon & Randy Shughart. You can validate this using the rules required to nominate someone. There must be a MINIMUM of 2 American Eye Witnesses to the action for which they are nominated. We know that there was only one survivor from the air crew, Pilot Mike Durant; he had been moved to a position of cover and possibly have seen what happened, but let’s just say he could, that still leaves us one short. There is another data point that is of interest. That battle took place early October 1993, their families were at the White House for the Award Ceremony that took place in May 1994, an incredibly rapid turn around of the Medal of Honor whose processing can take years. Therefore, with no eye witnesses on the ground, the rapid, no bump road to processing leads one to determine that there must have been incontrovertible proof of their actions and the only way to eliminate the frailty and confusing circumstances an eyewitness on the ground may bring to the table is if there was a video from which to accurately, and with the luxury of time to watch the actions over and over. Sadly, those who did see it and cataloged the chronology of their fight and their deaths. So, what you are watching is the first video released that shows the Navy SEALs abandon an Air Force Sergeant without confirmation of his status. Sad but there for all to see, it’s glossed over, but this is a medal I bet Chapman would trade for his life. I liked him and it tears me up every time I watch him die. The Navy SEALs were told that he was still alive, the senior SEAL elected to leave without Chapman, they lost focused because of what happened to Roberts. I miss him....still...

[@emenem6131]

No words

[@JK-dl6ql]

Here’s a toast to the host, of those who love the vastness of the sky. To friend we send, a message of his brother men who fly. We drink to those, who gave their all of old. Then down we soar, to score the rainbow’s pot of gold. A toast, to the host, of men we boast, the US Air Force. Third verse of the US Air Force song, only sung for instances like this.

[@shaunoleary9774]

If Valhalla exists, Johnathan Chapman has a pretty good seat.

[@balaton1]

I'm old Navy. This video rips through me. I am not worthy to stand in formation with John Chapman. Or Alvin York. I'm just not worthy of their presence.

[@ryhol5417]

Death: I’m taking Chapman Five minutes later Death: YOU SENT HIM HERE WITH AMMO LEFT?! He’s coming back

[@stevegyles3190]

I've watched this video over and over. I even formed a few opinions about what happened, but I'll keep them to myself knowing that I don't have all the facts. I only want to know that lessons were learned and tactics adjusted accordingly, but based on what happened in the Korengal years after this action it's clear that was not the case. What is clear though, is that Chapman exited that bird with a purpose in mind. He aggressively closed with and destroyed the enemy. He did the only tactically sound thing you can do in a close ambush situation knowing full well that he was probably going to die doing it. And it saved the lives of his team and those on the second Chinook. I'm saddened that it took over a decade of bureaucratic buck-passing and CYA games for his AFC to be upgraded.

[@Joshuahauaah]

Can’t believe only now u guys seeing this I watched it when it came out like 3 months, btw thanks for watching this🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@PETSH0PB0YS1]

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.........John 15:13

[@Jiibay7796]

Maybe someone can answer this for me, watching this Drone video right at the very beginning you see 6 people jump off of the Helo. I know that John Chapman and the Team Leader were the ones that went up the summit, but wasn't there 4 other members of the unit? And near the end, the team leader and two unit members are seen sliding down the summit, but I didn't see the other two members of thew unit? Were they shot sometime after jumping out of the copter? Because they didn't seem to be at the boulder?

[@TheSicknO]

Are you Tony Fergusons secret brother?

[@Thanatos138]

In case there is still folks out there wondering just how far will an American soldier go for his Country.? John Chapman just showed you.