Medal of Honor Story: Clinton L. Romesha

Former Army staff sergeant describes the bravery of his men during the 12-hour battle for Combat Outpost Keating in eastern Afghanistan.

[@Dunning.Kruger]

That is some strength to talk about this with PTSD. Strong man.

[@reinterpret_cast]

He hasn't had PTSD, read the wikipedia article about him

[@stinkfist4205]

@@reinterpret_cast it’s entirely up to him if he wants his medical diagnosis’s put up for all to know. Anyone who prints or outs that kind of sensitive info out could be prosecuted. So we will not know. But after 4 deployments, one being this one in which he received the Medal of Honor. I’m sure he is affected by this experience. I fought in Iraq, I was wounded, I saw friends get killed. I am affected. So I understand. However, this particular battle is something I have not been through. Maybe 20-30 min fire fights every now and then. Iraq and Afghanistan are completely different ideologies, terrain, language. Truly a completely different war.

[@Freddyfrm18]

This guy is so fucking humble man! He's got a heart of lion and doesn't brag about it.

[@stevepalazzo9934]

Honored to have met the man last weekend. We had a great talk. A true American hero.

[@dialytan2002]

Clinton L. Romesha's book, 'Red Platoon - 12 Hours in Hell', gives an incredible account of the battle and the men who fought in it.

[@pbrucpaul]

I saw that movie "Outpost" and this guy was in the middle of Hell, and reacted like a Real Soldier. He Definitely deserved that Medal!

[@pbrucpaul]

He definitely lead that day, but absolutely those others with their Lives contributed to that MOH; they just can't be forgotten

[@sickunit2096]

I can feel the shitty feeling he’s got in this video, trying to get thru this story another time. You cant really explain combat to someone. The feelings, the smells, the sounds...without reliving a bit of it. Sometimes you love it, sometimes you fucking hate it. Heres to you, Clint. Scouts Out!

[@blazeesq2000]

I deployed and never participated in a firefight. I can tell you that my PTSD is about "what would you do if?" I am thankful I never had to answer that question. Service Members (SM's) already know what I mean. That is training, though. They call it hyper-vigilance sometimes. It is not quite that. We service member folk know what I am talking about. We are comfortable people for to converse with among ourselves. I signed on the line and because of that there is a certain amount of credibility. Service Members respect each other as a community. The branch jokes are fun and all. When a joint mission happens, we are one team and one fight. It's different flavors of criticizing bureaucracy, leadership and more. We all agreed to "obey the lawful orders of..." or "faithfully execute the duties of...". Some never deployed, some never were attacked, some never returned fire and so on. There might some versions of bragging rights. Military service is about team work more than anything. I would love to be asked questions by and tell stories to civilians.

[@deebennett1025]

A real hero. Thank you for your service. You're a badass and the true definition of a American solider. 🇺🇸💜

[@FINALLYOUTAFTER7]

It’s ALL in the leadership. He knew that. 🇺🇸 You can see the PTSD in his eyes.

[@davide.b8027]

Thank you, Sir. I wish I was half the man you are. Your service is appreciated!

[@timwade5157]

Thank you for your courage and valor. Words can’t express my gratitude for your service to your/our country. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏

[@skye1212]

Highly recommend his book about the battle, Red Platoon. It's like a combination of The Alamo and Saving Pvt Ryan.

[@michaelnobrega7457]

I read it and it is incredible.

[@paulcoopmans4288]

Yep great book .....

[@travisavino3044]

This makes me proud to be American these gentlemen he's talking including himself are true heros the freedoms most people take for granted everyday these guys fought to the death to keep us free to keep us safe to save tbs lives of others at the risk of losing there's so next.time you cry Bout how your day sucks. Remember this story think.Bout this sacrifice these men made to keep us one of the best countries in the world God bless.the United States of America god.bless.our soilders you guys are a amazing thank you from the.bottom of my heart you keep Me N my daughters safe and our country free I love y'all thank u truly thank u. I pray for your health your family and hope to God you can live with what you have experienced because God knows how hard living with this tradgy yoh were apart of our troops deserve the world.they should never have to stress or worry about being homeless they should be given housing and the things they need to.live out there days in peace the.things we do to.our fighters when they return is so sad most have seen things.most ppl couldn't imagine Nd they are.just left without.shit. they.should be treated.Nd.honored and be set for.life they.R so.amazing and.so humble god.bless u.Nd your.fancies

[@unitedstatesofamerica9948]

Movies are never perfect but his character was portrayed as an outstanding leader that his men were damn lucky to have...and I'm sure Romesha is all of that and more...

[@giannithestud1]

Thank you my hero!!

[@markstrow6992]

Great book. Real warriors fighting for their lives and their buddy's

[@MGTOWofficial]

Вечная Память и Почёт этим Героям, каждому, кто пал и кто выжил. Мужчины. Воины. Уважение и Почёт Вам, БРАТЬЯ.

[@nivi319]

I've just been selected to wear it makes me so proud to hear

[@thesnapperlapper2559]

Amazing and Thank You for your Service! how do we make more American like this?

[@LK-pc4sq]

He is a amazing person and a member of of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day saints. He put his life on the line to save others and he earned it.

[@1rwjwith]

Hero of heroes..

[@tim7325]

Heard about Keating, I got out in '09. Stay strong.

[@AQS521]

Really makes you mad at the higher ups for putting a base in such a shitty position. I can only imagine the soldiers’ frustration

[@allencollins6031]

@@AQS521 seriously. Yes.

[@soldtobediers]

"For there are none in the flesh... Who Mirror Those Actions Of The Author of Sacrifice Himself... Than Those Sacrificial Actions Made By The American Soldier." -Former Recondo Sgt. "Rock" 82nd Abn. 1/504 71-74

[@WhiteRaven798]

Could not have said it better myself. Thank you for your service.

[@soldtobediers]

@@OVER9000xDxD Been refining the capital letterings in order to make them a little more suitable for stone. ''FOR THEIR ARE NONE CLOSER TO ~ THE AUTHOR OF PAIN & SACRIFICE HIMSELF... THAN THOSE WHO CHOOSE TO ~ PERFORM IT FOR THE SAKE & SAFETY OF OTHERS.'' -gilpin 101820

[@samwilson9042]

My throat dried after hearing this altho I just watch there movie :(

[@MrRaelsax]

I wish they shoot a move about his story! Tremendous!

[@TheLegend-jj3tj]

@@OVER9000xDxD shut up

[@LawrenceGrumboski]

They did it's named "The Outpost"

[@okyyatim4057]

Your wish has become a reality, Its done hope you've seen it...

[@austinpierce8087]

@@OVER9000xDxD your a fucking idiot

[@samwilson9042]

I wonder how he is now .... Hes so brave 😭

[@noktenzuklkr6206]

I salute you 🫡🙂

[@Undecently]

Not enough people have seen this.

[@hahtos]

O7....

[@ronniechilds2002]

I bet you can hear this cat's balls clanking when he walks.

[@stevecormier1514]

Why weren’t ammo cashes set up at all the guns instead of running it back and forth in the heat of it all. Should have been ready as possible from what I saw in the movie. But who knows in reality. Tough gig boys. Thank you for your service !

[@mattysee24]

I love a good tactical Dr. Pepper.

[@jasonw4053]

Product Placement!

[@mr_sourdoughx2796]

This my cousin lol

[@danc3583]

I wish they shoot a move about his story! Tremendous!

[@shiroyasha4995]

watch The Outpost

[@joelglanton6531]

There is a movie, he's played by Clint Eastwood's son who looks just like his father.