My Worst Day in Vietnam

[@josedorsaith5261]

You vets deserved better than what you came home to. Respect from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@ScrappyXFL]

Yep, dad was spit on stateside.

[@TheUnityv13]

Scotland may have war soon. Islam is coming to take over as well as gender bending

[@keymaster430]

@@ScrappyXFL 😡

[@keymaster430]

💗

[@judahtribe7]

Amen

[@TheRedDevil_NC]

My father served from 66-68. He came back with stab wounds and bullets still in his body. As I got older I realized why he never talked to anyone and never showed anyone all those medals he got and had framed once he saved up enough to get it done nicely. He was a strong caring dad never showing any emotion good or bad and was always there when we needed to go somewhere but it was clear he checked out. When he got sick and was dying from cancer all that mattered to him was making sure he was going to get some military guys at his funeral. Nobody came other than those serviceman to present my mom with the coffin flag. I know he would have been happy to know how great that ceremony was even if few people were there. Its really sad these veterans didnt get the praise they should have.

[@zeppelinmexicano]

Most of us were in our early twenties and had no skills for processing trauma. The army didn't offer any help either. To a lot of us talking seemed like a dead end street where we would be left holding some kind of bag of shit nobody wanted to smell.

[@pestell02]

I Thank him for his service and may he have continued rest in peace 🕊️

[@mrdarkshoe]

Sailor here, your dad is a fucking legend. All of us guys and gals in the service nowadays always hear about the shit they had to go through in Nam, those guys are right up there with the Greatest Generation of WW2 in my opinion.

[@Salpeteroxid]

Sounds like he isolated himself from having friends and only stuck to family. At least he is with God and are awaiting you to be reunited. Stay blessed.

[@RandallMellott]

Your father was a warrior and today I welcome him home. Salute and may God Bless his family.

[@daddee-zh2oy]

The fact that he came out the gate admitting to what he did wrong to lead to the outcome, makes this so real.

[@Will-ef2tw]

Guilt 😔

[@alangebele2907]

@@Will-ef2tw He's likely played the scenario through while laying in bed 10,000 times.

[@TheNorthernAlliance]

British Army vet here ( Iraq & Afghan) Vietnam veterans are the bravest most humble men I’ve ever known. They didn’t do for their country , they did it for each other. We have learned so much from you guys. 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 “ You Go , We Go” Forever Brothers in Arms

[@RandallMellott]

Thank you for your service Soldier and think you Brits are warriors. This is coming from a Nam Vet who served with Marines with the 3rd and 1st Marine Division, 1969-70.

[@kensvay4561]

Reports from veterans always say they did it for their mates,

[@taylorlynne-f4i]

German army vet we r all brothers in arms

[@Spooky505]

These things we do so others may live Dust off medic

[@ernesthill4017]

God Bless the People of Great Britain 🇬🇧

[@scottstambaugh8473]

I joined the Marines in 1980. You guys were my heroes. Thank you for such amazing bravery and endurance in such a thankless war.

[@bocabec6744]

@@scottstambaugh8473 I have been able to visit Parris Island several times since my retirement. I love being out there and being able to “eyeball” and see what it actually is.

[@tuckerbugeater]

you didn't get the war that made you a hero?

[@scottstambaugh8473]

@ Gladly, no.

[@MrNcgy]

Well said.​@@scottstambaugh8473

[@nancym5341]

Amen 🙏

[@smittysmitty481]

I’m an Iraq Marine Infantry veteran & you Nam Vets are Heroes to us! We have read & know your exploits well & you men were tough as nails!

[@mrjeh49]

Semper Fi ! (67 - 71)

[@staceysmith4971]

Army vet here. I agree with you. Different breed of soldier.

[@joerobert-qe9cn]

thanks for your service came from era got lucky

[@Wildcat5181]

Thank you. We always knew we were than your guys.

[@danielfayverdier6881]

Semper Fi

[@io3010]

Thomas, welcome home from a fellow Veteran. (Air Force Desert Storm) You did what you had to do when your country asked. Hold your head high, you Vietnam Vets are amazing soldiers! Thank you!

[@tompardon1014]

Thanks, Semper Fi

[@petersclafani4370]

Your gen soldiers were welcome home and celebrated but us vietnam vets were treated like crap

[@jevraets53015]

@@petersclafani4370celebrated? I sure don’t remember any giant parades or many people coming up offering thanks. Maybe slightly better than Vietnam vets but a far cry from the homecoming of ww2 vets.

[@dougsnavely847]

Well said

[@stevenjohnson2063]

​@@petersclafani4370that is an understatement. I still have anger toward my own generation because of the way they treated us when we came home

[@zzanatos2001]

I'm a retired Air Force master sergeant, and I love to hear stories from Vietnam veterans. You guys had things way worse and are way tougher than I'll ever be. Respect!

[@davelindgren5245]

That was 4 days before my first birthday. It always amazes me what people were going through when you have no problems in your life.

[@wesleyAlan9179]

I also have this thought from time to time. I was born in 82' and sometimes I think about what folks were doing the decade before me, like my parents and their friends, or the decade before that with my grand parents. It's really thought provoking sometimes

[@Bobcatdaddy49]

I too think about this often, good way to remind yourself that things could always be far worse than your problems at that moment.

[@mvubu6823]

Everyday is someone's best day, worst day or last day.

[@Wildcat5181]

Thank you.

[@marka980]

It's rare any Vietnam Vet talks openly about their time over there. Thank you for doing that and thank you for your Service. I also hope your cousin came home, as you did. From a Air Force Vet, '85-94.

[@williamkreth]

Because they don't want to maybe accidentally expose they graped and deleted women and children on a massive scale while there

[@terdfergson9815]

Usually the ones that didn't pillage and commit atrocities...

[@jonathansmith7754]

A harrowing day concluded with a heart warming reunion. My thanks for your service, Tim. I'm glad this channel lets us hear your stories. Your sacrifices will not be forgotten.

[@stevenjohnson2063]

I had a similar experience with my cousin who just arrived somewhere in I Corps while I was on my second tour in Go Cong, III Corps. I got a letter from home on his birthday telling me that he had been sent to Nam. So, I placed Mars call to Arizona and they patched me over to a landline so I called my aunt and uncle to find out my cousin's unit. I didn't take the hours into consideration and I called about 2:00 in the morning, PDT. My aunt answered and I could hear my uncle in the background yelling "Who the hell is calling at 2:00 in the morning?" When I explained that I needed Don's unit so I could call him and wish him a happy birthday, my uncle Ray, (my dad's twin) talked with me for about 15 minutes while Gloria dugout Don's APO address. So I called Don's first sergeant, explained the situation, and he sent a runner to yell at Don to get off the truck and answer the phone. Don was certainly confused until he heard me wish him a happy birthday. That is one of the few good memories I have of Vietnam.

[@wesleyAlan9179]

Thank you for your service. I really enjoyed that story. Thank you for sharing.

[@Bobcatdaddy49]

Thanks sir! God bless you and your family 🙏

[@stevenjohnson2063]

@Bobcatdaddy49 Don was so new in country he thought the first sergeant had mixed him up for somebody else when he had to go answer the phone. I wish I'd been there to see his face!

[@wizardwillbonner]

Welcome home!

[@richardcece9870]

...Yah. Tributes to all those who/whom were in Country! I have a beloved brother who did two tours in Nam. thank You Lord Jesus Christ, Michael came home intact!...

[@charlesmiddleton3247]

Welcome home, my veteran brother! You are here today for those who never made it home and to tell your experience so others may know the sacrifices of those who served and gave. I served in the Corps from 1971 to 1975 but never made it there. Lost two acquaintances from childhood there and still think of them. Take care of yourself for you are worthy! Semper Fi.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

My Vietnam Vet workmate died in a traffic accident at work. Don't give up.

[@johnhy27]

​@redtobertshateshandles happy Thanksgiving and all Thanksgiving for your service

[@WilliamJohnson-g6z]

I was born in 1964 and idolized you guys when I was 5 years old. Thank you for everything you guys did over there. Growing up when I did in my house we were taught to respect all things military. God bless all of the veterans.

[@brian-pu3yy]

I was born in 1969 , I will never forget as a kid seeing the injured vets who returnedfrom Vietnam. It's awful the treatment many received by the public. Thank you for your service God bless 🙏

[@LordDeliverUs]

God bless you Sir and much respect from a retired Army Nurse!❤🇺🇸

[@nancym5341]

Thanks for your service from a grateful American

[@jamesalto8945]

Tred to earlier. But first day as we landed the heat and smell was overwhelming we were told to run to covered bus because we were were receiving rocket and mortar fire not to try to get duffle bags. Someone yelled welcome to Vietnam. We did not know what to do. Bus drove sway fast. We got our duffle bags days later. As we waited i the clothes we . No weapons were given to defend ourselves. So i went to CO and asked to be put on guard duty so i could have a weapon. I cried that night for last thing i remembered from my family was my father crying for the first time telling me not to put my life at risk. And that was the firt thing i did so i could defend myself and others/ i enlisted because of loosing friends and wanted to avenge the looss to their families for to see the military vehicle drive to our town dresed up in class as was too much for me to bear. For it is the ones left behind who suffer the most to watch on tv of the war marched on, i was untouchable for i was in greater shape then anyone else. For i was a football star. I would later tell my couch that he got me in better shape then army did. For i took advanced physical training before football too. I had to get my btother to pick me up for i could not walk short distance home/ army just taught me that there was nothing i could not do. For a few of us worked out during basic training. We were untouchable! The CO asked i i as crazy? Just wanted to avenge so others at home would not suffef as much.but my fathers words and crying got to me. I realized how he felt! Someone gave me their rain gear for they felt sorry for me! Others did care too. The stench from being in cama ran bay one had to ditch all clothes for it was too much to smell. I even thought of being a door gunner on helicopter for they asked for volunteers at processing for my father was a door gunner in WWII later i did in extra duty when our helicopter needed them when they made runs to destroy viet cong supply routes. Sorry for miss smell i have brain damage from helicopter cradh and other things.

[@ericwood4971]

My great great grandfather was given a difficult decision during vietnam, he was told to find someone who has no family and no where to go home to and put him in a helicopter and go into a hot zone to save wounded soldiers. Mission was basically suicide, my grandfather couldn't live with the decision of sending someone to die so he went himself, hoping threw the jungle there was so much gun fire, he made it and saved the wounded. You guys are truly brave for the story's i have been told about vietnam

[@KarenAnnCouch83]

My father was 82nd airborne got PTSD couldn’t leave the house. Not to mention all the VA did was Medicate him. I am glad to say that they finally recognize PTSD when I was a kid. No one knew what it was so wounded inside or out thank you to all you guys and just know that there are still people out there that recognize what you went through He was still the best father any little girl could ever have. I can’t imagine the things that he saw and did he also was given medals a bronze star. The story that came with it was amazing, but he never considered himself any type of hero quite the opposite, he will always be my hero

[@thelog86]

The VA is much more efficient now than they were back then. It was late 80s when I 1st went to the VA and it was horrible, nobody seemed to care at all. I never went back again until 2023 and it is totally different now, at least where I'm located it is. They stay in such good communication with you now it's almost annoying, someone is either calling, emailing or regular mailing you and appointments are very efficient, much better than any hospital that I've ever gone to by far. I recommend any vet to give the VA another try, it's totally different now

[@baconlt72]

Dear Thomas, not only did you make it through, but also to recall such a traumatic experience can be so difficult and distressing.. So, profound thanks and respect to you sir. Take care

[@aferg1986]

My old man was there ‘68-‘70. Bless all of you guys and Thank You!

[@krystallovern6752]

Thank you 🇺🇸

[@sherriwheeler9771]

Mine was too

[@slagletoby]

Daryl, To remember this detail from 50+ years ago is absolutely remarkable. You’re one tough cookie, and a bad ass soldier. Much patriotic respect to you sir. 👍

[@dickbreit]

What makes anyone think you would ever forget this?

[@kevinmackay5233]

You never forget these moments. They’ll stay with you.

[@C0bblers]

Infinite respect for this gentleman and all that served.

[@Bg-lk8hy]

Can you 'F.c.n' believe it! ? Two young men just like that seeing each other right there in the middle of the war him & his cousin! Thank all you Vietnam Vets, I love you all, I was just a kid but I remember the news happening & thinking of you guys pretty much all my life now.

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

@@Bg-lk8hy: I was a Marine over there. I met two high school classmate Marines over there. A surreal experience.

[@RedTail1-1]

It's not that crazy. There was a draft going on. You were bound to run into someone you knew.

[@nancym5341]

Same thing here!

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

@: None of us were draftees. All of us were Marines and volunteered immediately after graduation from high school. The Marine Corps did not draft. It was our plan to join the Marines all the way through high school. We were just waiting to graduate. My friend Benny, Mike, Andy, Joe, and three others whose names I’ll remember in a moment joined together. Two other guys quit our class to join early. They couldn’t wait. We loved our country, and could’t wait to serve it as Marines, and all of us wanted to go to Vietnam. We had little respect for those who did not join immediately after graduation. Two of us did not return from ‘Nam, and one returned with a mangled leg which stateside surgeons finally managed to save.

[@stevesosa599]

I would love to hear more of your story, very fascinating, Hollywood should make a movie of it. Semper Fi. 92/96, 2/5 "G" co. ( Hollywood Marine) Lol

[@UnwrittenSpade]

U.S. navy here wasn’t born till 85 but man oh man do I respect men like this thank you! So glad I just found this channel

[@sunset6010]

LOVE my Vietnam Veterans ! 🇺🇸 Bless each of you 💛

[@charliechurch5004]

They are urs???

[@taylorlynne-f4i]

r u a vet?

[@krystallovern6752]

Yes if you’re an American patriot 🇺🇸 indeed they are our vets. Much respect to our hero’s 🇺🇸

[@mikerologameplay8281]

Welcome home, sir! Thank you for your service!!

[@anthonycarrillo2212]

to one combat vet to another... every pause in the description... he was reliving it.. i've been there brother. And i know it's hard to talk about these moments. Ty for your service sir!

[@pekolucky]

Thank you Tim, for sharing your story with us. I'm so glad you made it home!

[@levalpat]

You can tell how he is still impacted from this event from decades before. It took me over 25 years to put one of my experiences behind me.

[@rickhadley1976]

From 1 vet to another I’m glad you were able to put it behind you. Now, please leave it there. Welcome home!

[@passingFable]

Love how he glows with pride when he talks about the piece of shrapnel in his back/neck. You did well sir, hope you lived a full and peaceful life.

[@jorgeavila4801]

Hey pal, Welcome Home. You’re a hero and I’m proud of your combat service. I served in Nam in ‘67-‘68 in the Mekong Delta. You’re speaking my language and understand you perfectly clear. Love you brother.❤

[@zeppelinmexicano]

You were either ninth division or Americal? One was strong, and the other weak as fuck.

[@jasonfrentz4237]

Thomas thank you for your service and bravery. My grandfather is Vietnam veteran and he never speaks of it, so it’s nice to see people are sharing their stories and experiences during the war. Helps me understand why he doesn’t talk about it but probably would help to get it off your chest.

[@donein6518]

Thank for Your service Sir. We are indebted to you forever. YOU are the blood of this country.

[@Cruiserweight190]

Thank You Mr. Groh please know that what you went through is appreciated and we will never forget what you and all Vietnam Veterans sacrificed. ❤

[@jimp5492]

To all Veterans, Especially the Vietnam Veterans I as and Australian Thank You for your Service. I was only young at the time but remember the discusting way you were treated. A lot of you were very young and had to grow up very quickly. I could never imagine what it's like to survive a stint fighting in another country and return home to be totally ignored by the people and the Government at the time. I had the pleasure of knowing a Vietnam Veteran and every now and then he would come out home and we would just sit and talk for many hours , sometimes about the war and sometimes with no mention of it. I treasure those times but I always thought he was like a spring under load. Anyway thank you all for what you do to keep us safe.

[@PatriotCoinRings]

God Bless you and every vet past or present. Thank you for your service, sir! - Ret Marine Vet "Semper Fi"

[@russbentley7677]

One of the most spellbinding stories I have ever heard. Partly gecause of your memory glitches which I too am now experiencing, so I could actually feel your mind searching for the words. GREAT JOB.

[@tronovich]

The joy I felt when he met up with his cousin. Thank you for your service.

[@markpoore3260]

Welcome home soldier. Thank you for your service

[@darriusmorgan5852]

Amazing that these stories are getting posted without them we'd never have this piece of history with us. ❤

[@oscardominguez6491]

The world is indebted to you, thank you for your service!!

[@Patrick-sb2sb]

Welcome home. I did two tours in Vietnam; 1970 and 1971. Charlie Company, 504th Military Police Battalion, 18th Military Police Brigade, Convoy Escort Northern I Corps. Crew Chief on a V-100 Commando Car. Ran Convoy Escort and fire support for Covoys moving from Quang Tri Combat base as far south as DaNang on Highway 1, and and from Dong Ha Combat base as far west as Vandergrif on Highway 9. We escorted all Convoys going to the forward firebases along the DMZ; Charlie 1, Charlie 2, Alpha 2, Alpha 4, Camp Carol, and on out to Vandergriff. Only took One major hit, (rocket propelled grenade). All 4 crewmen wounded, but we all lived and made it home.

[@JustJefferson]

My Family and I are thankful for Your service Sir. 🫡

[@kingsman3087]

US Marines without war is like a mustang without a V8

[@lindasmith8016]

Thank you Patrick

[@tonyguadagno6917]

Patrick My dad was in the 504th MP Bn Co B during WW2. Africa, Sicily, Italy, Southern France , Germany. He went to many reunions and latter some were with Vietnam Vets. Welcome home and thanks for. your service and sacrifice. You served with a great unit.

[@Patrick-sb2sb]

@tonyguadagno6917 Your Dad's generation was truly the "Greatest Generation". I know you must be very proud of him.

[@joeyd7728]

Welcome home, brother. Thank you for your service, from the bottom of my heart. I truly appreciate all of our veterans who have served and fought for our freedoms. God bless you all🙏🏼x

[@joemc1960]

Your recall is amazing. That was some real heartfelt storytelling. Thank you for your service

[@paulconlan180]

From a fellow Vetran, thank you form the bottom of my heart for your service to your country

[@porterbrass]

You are a very modest person. None of us can imagine what you sacrificed. Thank you for giving your best for America.

[@wazzouz]

Thank you Tim Groh for everything you have done for our country. God Bless and Merry Christmas ❤

[@markwhite6782]

Tim, I love hearing stories like this. You guys made the ultimate sacrifice for me and deserve to be called hero's. My father was also over there but in the Navy on the USS Oriskany.

[@sportclay1]

Welcome home! From a fellow VN Vet '68-'69 USN FMF Corpsman. Served with, 27th Marines and 1st Marines. Thanks for your service!

[@fload46d]

Thanks, Tim. An AK round is horrific. You earned everything you could get. What an experience! I was in the field for two weeks before they found out I could type. The rest of the time I was a clerk. At first I wanted to just stay in the field and my Sergeant told me I was nuts---did I want to sleep in the mud? So I went to the rear. I later was sent to the awards center where they type up the awards. Lots of phony awards for the officers. But it was a great experience and it still helps me today. You get a "spidey sense" about world events. It was funny because I already had a college degree and was a late draftee.

[@Essays4College]

Interesting story. How did that work? Did they (the military) place soldiers where their skills could benefit the unit? If that's true what skills were most desired by the military? Also, didn't they know who could do what well before you arrived in Vietnam?

[@ShutUpBubi]

@@Essays4College Normally speaking a potential recruit would take the ASVAB which tests you on your basics like math, english, etc etc but more complex things like mechanics for example, depending on how you score on the ASVAB you are then given a list of potential MOSs (jobs) that you qualify for... and say for example you were going to be a vehicle mechanic or something, you'd be sent to a specialized school after boot camp to become a better mechanic to better benefit not everyone.

[@parkermixes8851]

@@ShutUpBubijust gave a chinese bot the sauce bro shhh

[@joeblow4639]

Thank you for your service to protect freedom throughout the world.

[@danielhamilton4269]

THANKS TIM! - MY UNCLE- JOSEPH THOMAS GALLAGHER- WAS KIA 2 DAYS BEFORE-HE WAS WITH THE 25TH INFANTRY 1/-5 MECH - HE HAD BEEN THERE 9 MONTHS .- I REMEMBER THE DAY HE LEFT. - I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!! THANKS!!!!

[@johnledbetter2775]

I was with in bravo co. 1/5 mech until Nov 67. Do you know what Co. your uncle was in?

[@amir4r803]

Thank you for sharing

[@martinpidhany8278]

An amazing story especially meeting your cousin. What a stroke of luck amid the chaos of war. You showed more strength and courage than most people could! Thank you for your story And your service to your country.

[@philbrown9764]

From another Nam Vet…WELCOME HOME Brother. After hearing your story, after all of that, I’m glad you made it back. I honestly don’t know if I could have survived being out in the boonies and was just lucky enough to be stationed on an air base…Chu Lai 68-69 1st MAW MAG 12. I Salute you Sir.

[@s.williamc.]

Thank you with all humility for your sacrifices and your service.

[@rono108]

Thank you for your service. Take care old soldier. With appreciation from Canada.

[@DavidV104]

Thank you for your service, soldier. You will never be forgotten

[@kennethbrownjr.636]

Thank you Sir for your service! My Dad was a Vietnam Vet during the Tet Offensive. Always give my respects to all Vets but Vietnam Vets always have a special place in my heart

[@chunkycornbread4773]

Preserving these stories is so important

[@michaelsteven1090]

I was 8 yrs old when he describes this story..I was too young for combat but I remember I still remember these heroes..

[@FhhffvFgcefhi]

Thank you for your service sir the sacrifice of our fallen will never be forgotten

[@007TheJjokerr]

I just missed the Vietnam war by age but I had many close friends that were there. Thank you all for your service to this country, and bless all who served after and currently serve. I really hope that never again will our veterans return to a country who disrespects them as my own country disrespected the Vietnam Veterans!

[@dpdeere]

I too just missed the draft by a hair. My 1-A draft card was my Christmas present from the Government in 1972. January 1973 gave me a low draft number so I figured I had better get my things in order before I had to go. April 1973 I heard they had quit the draft. I knew some guys that gave it all in Nam and sometimes feel I missed out by not going. Those young men that never had a chance at getting married, raising a family, and carrying their family name on down the line nag at me probably because I was able to. Rest in Peace to all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in every war this Country has fought. You certainly earned it.

[@Springwinnd]

​@@dpdeere You're better off, believe this When you experience that kind of a fighter life, very different from normal life, where your companions are your comrades and every moment could kvll you there's a thrill and you never get adjusted to normie life ever again. It saved you

[@stonerdad82]

running into a friend or family member in a random state/country is the best moral boost you can possibly get. i crossed paths with an old buddy on deployment and it was one of the weirdest/happiest feelings i ever felt. i cant imagine how he felt to see his cousin in such a terrible time.

[@raybeavers3123]

Great Story Thomas! Sorry to hear about your wounds and difficult times in Vietnam! YOU ARE A TRUE HERO! You were meant to LIVE, where you could share your stories with all of us, as a historical event! Thank You for your Service to our Awesome Nation 🤗👏👍🇺🇸🫡🙏🙏

[@JOHNDOE-tq2fp]

My hats off to all who served. Thank you

[@xXxGamingaddictxXx]

The fact that you should not be there in the first place makes this story more remarkable. Thank God I am in my bed watching this trough the internet, thinking about to take a shower and I am listening my housemates shouting at each other for no reason. I am blessed

[@codyclark6779]

Welcome home Thomas. Thank you for your service and heroism.

[@dofphish]

Thank you. Vietnam Vets, THANK YOU. You kept that from coming here. I didn't have to grow up with it. I've heard many stories from Vets. Everyone of you deserved better when you came home. You are heroes.

[@jamesofsandiego]

My dad was a WW2 and Korea Vet. I have so much respect for the Vietnam guys because of what they had to put up with and how hard it was for them.

[@soldier-Dave]

Much respect to you Sir and your fellow soldiers! Dave 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@SuzyGarcia324]

God bless this brave man and God love our Vietnam Vets and all of our vets!

[@billindreboe8630]

The best 18 minutes in ages Epic The only word that comes to mind Mad Respect Sir

[@AlecJones_]

The pauses in between his words show just how vivid this still is in his memory. Thank you for openly talking about your story.

[@MrNcgy]

My God, that took courage just to recount your story. I was riveted to every word. Thank you very much, and welcome home.

[@Goodboi_Dindu]

Youre never too young to have a vietnam flashback

[@billr2375]

So many like him i would work next to at the post office---I was 16 in 1970 and worked before school there, many returning nam vets worked full time there---carriers, clerks, drivers,....super heroes I got to work next to and rarey did they ever brag or in some cases, ever speak of their time and experiences there. Thank you Tim.

[@robertkeith9620]

Thanks for your service.

[@GavenRobertson-g7q]

Americans are built differently. Thank you guys for everything that you did for our country. I enlisted in the Air Force and can't wait to serve this country

[@rickhadley1976]

Thanks, Gaven, for doing your part.

[@mr.robertson5387]

​@rickhadley1976 Thank you Nick. God has got me ❤️✝️

[@rickhadley1976]

@@mr.robertson5387❤

[@davenewman2751]

I was NG during that time so never saw combat but have always held Nam vets in the highest esteem. Many friends and relatives were there.

[@tomperkins5657]

As my drill sergeant would say, calling out our Army grade, when a soldier called out, "NG! the sarge would say, "NG! No Good!" 😁

[@Narbe1938]

@@tomperkins5657 Something like 76 ARNG units still ended up getting activated and sent to Vietnam

[@tomperkins5657]

@@Narbe1938 You are absolutely right!

[@tblackwell93]

Thank you Veterans of this great country. Very grateful for you all

[@Dexks]

Welcome home sir, I never served our military a day in my life but I love hearing stories like yours and others to be reminded how simple I have it as a civilian who’s never seen combat, such an honor to hear your story! 🇺🇸

[@j.l.a.delagarza6994]

Thank you for your service, brother!

[@JJ-zn9qz]

My deepest thanks for your service, sacrifice, and sharing your story. You are a hero!

[@CrashCrispyKoot]

My grandfather is a Marine and served in Vietnam. Only reason he came back is because my great uncle lost his life fighting a fire on board a navy ship. The same naval fire Senator John McCain almost lost his life in. I’m forever grateful for the sacrifice my uncle William made that day. If he survived, my grandfather would’ve never got the call to come home and if he never got the call there’s no guarantee my papa would’ve made it home to eventually raise the young man that made me.. The Vietnam vets didn’t deserve the treatment they got. My papa is the greatest man I know and everyday I pray that when my time comes I’m as brave as my great uncle Airman William Justin and the men that willingly served their country

[@wuzgoanon9373]

My dad was in Vietnam when I was born. He won't talk about the war. He says such things are unpleasant. Army Airborne Pathfinder and Purple Heart recipient is all I know. I dont ask anymore. Respect to all those who have served.

[@dennisyoung4631]

Talking about bad experiences can cause one to relive the experiences. I’ve *smelled* things fifty years later - in my case, the odor of surgery….

[@maxhardover9772]

17:55 - he's carrying a belt-fed M-16? I've never seen or even heard of anything like that. It looks like a prototype SAW. Fascinating.

[@billosmun8493]

It appears that he is holding belted ammo in the magazine well of an ordinary, magazine fed M16 with his hand, just for the cool photo. Notice that the cartridges in the belt are longer than the M16’s magazine well, meaning they are probably a belt of linked 7.62x51mm ammo laying around for the M60. However, a prototype SAW did exist at this time, it was the Stoner 63. It had many configurations, one of them being belt fed 5.56x45mm. Not many Stoner 63’s were made, but a small number of them were indeed used in the Vietnam War. I hope this insight answers your question.

[@boondocker7964]

@@billosmun8493 I was on a patrol, when we came across some other Marines that had "Stoners", don't recall which versions, but, they sure as hell weren't M-16's, brief dialog with them, then we had to keep moving on the patrol. Just a brief passing in a strange place. Did RVN '66-'67 1st Mar Div 0311, some time after we were issued the M-16's in about Feb. '67. Not all memories are as recallable as they used to be. It is what it is.

[@lordofthehouseofstormcrows8615]

Welcome home! Thank you for your service! Because of your generations sacrifice, I was able to serve and come home to thank yous and hero hugs. I am forever grateful and I am so sorry you guys were treated so awful when you returned home.

[@kpaisan-m4h]

Welcome home! Respect to you and all the Vietnam veterans.

[@rolfsteiner8525]

True blooded American...God ....I admire all these Vietnam War G.I.s. ...

[@BigBoy-mt2zt]

Fought for bankers corporations & kings and lords who cared about money

[@p8nisman-not]

⁠@@BigBoy-mt2ztforced to fight for bankers corporations…*

[@James-ki6xi]

I salute you Sir. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are a true Hero

Can't say thank you enough to all those who served. We owe you everything

[@ianjarrett2724]

Poor man. Despite his advanced age and failing cognition, his recall of "haunting memories" of horrific combat is deeply ingrained. A survivor of true terror. He is a very brave and courageous man. The true tale of combat is of improvisation, courage, and plans gone wrong. This man passed the test. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@bastogne315]

So rude!

[@martinb4272]

​@@bastogne315 It's not about being rude. For whatever reson he clearly has a mildly weakened cognition. The comment you disliked commended him for his vivid memory. It both communicated admiration and respect. Up your reading comprehension.

[@ianjarrett2724]

@@martinb4272 Thank you. QED.

[@1956albertico]

Man! Back in the day this story was doom to be heard by other people , This MAN is made of steel, deep respect for Him.

[@Dreamer-by4nk]

I was in high school in the 70s and no one would talk about this. I’m glad their stories can be heard and learned about. These soldiers are heroes.♥️

[@glrtpnc6838]

I have no idea what’s it like to be in a war , let alone a soldier. I see these videos and don’t know what to say, I feel saying thank you for your service is not enough. My prayers to all of you serving, retired , or enlisting.

[@EskayStudios]

Pure Bravery in Pure Chaos. God Bless our Vietnam Veterans.

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

Pure lie.

[@beverleypeacock]

Thank you...Not forgotten.. We get the whole story. ❤❤❤

[@jackkarns2484]

The real value of these online videos of veterans talking about their experiences is that future generations will be able to watch them. Also, with the aid of these interviews I look forward to the books that will be written and which will give us new insights to the entire Vietnam experience.

[@SpottySidekickDiamond]

What an extraordinary gentleman. My hat goes off to you, sir.

[@mattharper588]

Welcome Home and thanks for serving

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

You believe this story?

[@DedBeretta]

Bless you Tim, and all of you Veterans. Thanks for taking the time to share that with us.