Roy P. Benavidez' Green Beret, 51 years later

[@OneEpicProtogen]

My grandfather fought in Nam, and I really hope he got to see/meet Benavidez, this man was a true hero.

[@2011nbn]

I’m a Mexican American soldier, I deployed to Iraq in 07-08 with the US Army... I’m also a Benavidez. I carry that last name with great pride because of my family and our history and also because of your dad. I learned about your dad while in basic training and since then I follow his history. I bought his GI JOE about 10 years ago. thank you for keeping your dads legacy alive and keeping the last name filled with honor and pride. Benavidez!

[@West_Coast_Mainline]

The dude has a gi joe?

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for your service! It's a great last name to carry. -Yvette Benavidez Garcia

[@2011nbn]

@@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike I’ll like to update you. My battle buddy from Iraq. His last name is Abitu. His grandpa was also a green beret and served with Roy Benavidez. My battle still has his grandpas green beret as well with a picture of his grandpa and Roy Benavidez. Two wars years apart. Vietnam saw Abitu and Benavidez soldiers and Iraq again saw Abitu and Benavidez fight it together. Crazy story but true!

[@Mexicano1768]

@@West_Coast_Mainline yes, a couple schools and a war ship

[@Hugo-py2ce]

I'm also Benavidez, Chavez Benavidez, actually. The story of Roy Benavidez is incredible. No wonder there is a Rambo movie with Sylvester stallone, it's definitely because of Benavidez. I'm not a soldier or ever was, but all I can say I would have fought next to him in battle. Salute to Mr Benavidez and his family, may he rest in peace.

[@Steve.191]

The world needs a full length motion picture on this man's extraordinary life. 🇺🇸

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

I agree! Wait for it. ;-)

[@grouchyoleguy]

Had the great honor to meet the Master Sergeant many years ago Great man and TRUE AMERICAN HERO!!

[@jonanderson6532]

Thanks for loaning Your father to our country for many years.

[@geczel]

MSG Roy Benavidez is my favorite hero. Because of him, I joined the army and served for 20 years. I retired this year to continue to serve as a high school teacher.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Javi094 Thank you for sharing! I appreciate your service and dedication to our country. Good luck with your teaching career. As you know my dad dedicated his life to our youth. You, through his legacy, will be an inspiration for them.

[@felipesimoes1699]

@@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike I read your father's book. Roy Benavidez is the greatest warrior since Achilles. Respect from Brazil.

[@waynetownsend953]

Thanks for your service.

[@lt9690]

​@@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMikeI met Roy at a school presentation when I was a kid. His story made me realize early on, that despite my "struggles " I know I will overcome the obstacles if I don't give up. It's pretty awesome that you set up this channel, and share your thoughts and experiences. God bless and wish you and yours well.

[@barbaranelson3430]

I am a retired US Air Force officer. I was stationed at the Pentagon when MSgt Roy Benavidez received the Medal of Honor from President Regan. I went immediately to the center court of the Pentagon to watch the ceremony. I was happy to discover that MSgt Benavidez is from El Campo, Texas as I am from Ganado, Texas just 18 miles down highway 59. How wonderful to have a Medal of Honor winner in the area where I grew up.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for sharing. I'm glad to know there were neighbors there in attendance. God bless!

[@tripops3]

I rode with your dad on a SWA flight to El Paso 17-Nov. 1992. The book he signed to me is one of my prize possessions. He remains my hero today.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

tripops3 Thanks for sharing. As a little kid, I did not like traveling on flights with my dad. I never truly understood his fame back then, so for me it was torture. lol. By the time we'd leave the plane we had people cheering for him and asking for his autograph. I was always that embarrassed kid traveling with her dad. Now, I get it. :-)

[@fredbowles4721]

@@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike I'm crying watching this video and this post made me laugh. It is honest and shows perspective.. just like your dad would want I imagine.

[@robertgregory3746]

I used to be in the Army back in the late '70's. Call me "old school" or whatever, but I thank God each and every day for men like your father. May God Bless you and the rest of your family and most of all "Rest in Peace, Roy.

[@jameshickey9393]

Your dad was such a beautiful person and tougher than nails. Vietnam 1970-1971 7/17th Air Cavalry I was a door gunner and never get tired off watching your dad's many presentations as a motivational speaker. GOD BLESS his SOUL . A true American Hero.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you .... And above all, thank you for your service to our country. God bless!

[@firstbornson5514]

Thank you for your service Mr Hickey! From a grateful American!

[@fsujohn91]

My dad was a Vietnam era green beret and saw combat in Korea and Vietnam. He retired after 30 years as a Master Sargent and always said he would have stayed in longer if they had let him. MSgt Frotoso Sanchez was my dad. A green beret and my hero. I cherish my dad’s green berets, one from each SF group he served in (8th and 5th) , and I am glad you got your dad’s beret back.

[@jamesy4003]

Army veteran here - your Dads story brings tears to my eyes every time I watch videos of him - this is a great gift - kudos to the gentleman that preserved it to share with you Bless you and your family

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! Much respect to you for your love, dedication, and service to our country.

[@jakgit858]

Your father is a true warrior, deepest respect from Australia

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

jak git Thank you!

[@murphyr31]

I’m glad I found this video this morning. Your dad is a legend and I have of course known his name and parts of his story but this morning it hit me differently. I was in the Army during the first Gulf War, I have three grown sons and a 9.5 year old daughter. I’ve also almost died, not in the same way as your father but it’s left me with the ability to appreciate my life and especially my sweet daughter. Seeing you talk about your dad really warmed my heart this morning. Thank you for your father’s service as well as your families. Sharing your story is extremely important, especially during this difficult period in our country where unity and love of our fellow Americans is sometimes in short supply. God Bless

[@tlindsey9769]

America, and specifically I, are so very grateful for the service your wonderful father chose to perform. A wonderful, true hero. Our gratitude to your Dad.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you!

[@MoisesGarcia-ly8li]

ma'am I had the honor of meeting your father the legend. as i write this post there's a knot in my throat and tears down my face. because of him i joined the U.S. Army...as a mechanized Artillery man. may God bless you and keep your father watching over you and your family. God bless.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Moises Garcia Thank you, and thank you for your service! I appreciate your message. God bless!

[@suavedos]

Thank you for your service 🇺🇸

[@rickysingh616]

I've got a knot reading all these comments. Kind gesture from the soldier to the family. Your father was a real life legend. I've only just found out about him today from KZbin

[@sarahmueller335]

I knew him when I was in 5th group. He was a hoot, always light hearted and funny. It was a time when young men like myself had a lot of admiration for our senior enlisted and respect for our elders.

[@spartanmale5724]

Yvette, I met your father in 1984 at Ft. Jackson SC. at a AJROTC summer camp. After attending and being exposed to such exemplary leadership, I graduated high school June 06 1988, and was in basic training 2 days later. Since then I've served in 3 wars Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan. I finished up in the 75 Ranger Regiment, with 3rd Ranger Bn. I'll never forget seeing your father. It was the yardstick by which I since measure leadership. I reached out to Peter Berg ( He directed Lone Survivor) and requested a movie be made in your father's honor. " What we do for ourselves dies with us, what we do for the world remains and is immortal" V/R, Max F.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! And that you for your service, dedication and love for our country.

[@lenoraantunes7638]

I just came across the video of your dads Congressional Medal of Honor speech. He made me proud to be an American. He represented what being a true American really means. I just saw your video about receiving his beret and name tag from the the wonderful man who helped save his life. Such a glorious tribute. Your father was one of kind and you should be so very proud of him. In his name I thank you for his service and sacrifice. God Bless you and your family.

[@benvazquez6547]

Had the honor to have attend an elementary school with your name and got to meet you one day you visited. You’ve been my hero ever since and still are. RIP. MSG ROY P. BENAVIDEZ Tango Mike Mike - That Mean Mexican 🙏🏼

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you

[@danielmarek4609]

Your father was an amazing man. Every time I watch a video on him, I get emotional. I just cannot believe how tough of a man he was. From the injuries he received, and he just kept going back.

[@DeadMan535]

I met your Dad at Bragg in the 90's. Awesome guy. Inspired a lot of us at S.F. school. I'm proud to have you say good words and remember him.

[@firemaker7016]

Your Dad is a hell of a man!!!! From a Marine to a Soldier I proudly say SEMPER FI to your dad!

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for your service and dedication to our country. God bless!

[@firemaker7016]

Roy P. Benavidez, "Tango Mike Mike" I was in from 92-96. I’ve always had the upmost respect for Vietnam Vets. Your dad was truly a warrior and patriot.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Fire Boss Thank you!

[@robertisham5279]

@@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike Roy Benavidez was not an American but just a Mexican who happened to have served in the United States army.

[@Viking380]

@@robertisham5279 No actually he was born in the United States and was of Mexican and Native American ancestry.

[@gegalvezge]

Everyone has heard of Mr Benavidez. True American Hero. Soft spoken and humble but on the battlefield it was a different story. We should not weep because he is no longer with us. We should thank God that such a Man lived. Thank you.

[@jerryfife8608]

Hello Yvette, In 1991 I had the Honor of being Roy's escort for three days during Armed Forces Day weekend at the McAlester, OK, ammo plant. He was a good man.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for your message. I bet he enlightened you with many stories. He was an awesome storyteller.

[@Aridzonan13]

I'm still flabbergasted that there hasn't been two movies about your Dad's heroism. I'd of thought Mel Gibson would have made one 20 years ago. Please keep us posted on any movie news..

[@josephbadulak9146]

Greatness is rarely as awesome as MSG Benavidez typified, in full Green Beret spirit. May he always RIP.... yet, in memory forever alive... hands down.

[@KT4RAM]

Brought a tear to my eyes seeing that he was so kind and thoughtful to not only donate life saving blood to save your dad but returning the beret that your father left him made him an American Patriot too! We can never thank your father enough as a nation but by honoring him by sharing his message to all generations of Americans he will surely live forever in the soul of our great nation. God Bless you all. ❤🇺🇲❤🇺🇲❤

[@brookswade5774]

America needs more people like these two men and like yourself ma’am. Those who are respectful and grateful. God Bless America.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

brooks wade Thank you! Blessings to you.

[@mikehoff60]

Your father is an absolute legend, his story should be known by all. A true American hero in every sense!

[@frankierosado9709]

Chuck God bless you for honoring this family. Her Father was a true American Heroe.

[@respiess]

I'm almost positive my Father, also a Green Beret who served in Vietnam 63-64, met your father at a Special Forces convention held in Texas one year as I remember him telling me about it. I took my father to several of these conventions to be alongside his fellow green berets and just seeing how they all walked so proud with honor was uplifting. Having served myself with the 82nd Airborne I was real proud of all those guys and I still am in contact today with the few remaining members of his "A" team. I'm very glad to know that your fathers green beret is where it belongs now. I too have my father's green beret and know what it means to keep our fathers memories alive. God Bless them all.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for this, and thank you for yours and your dad's service! God bless you both!!!

[@JOSE2012940]

Yvette I was in the US Army for 12 years and read Roy's first book. As a Latino this was an inspiring true story of hardship, perseverance, and devotion to your country. Your dad's love for our country and the way he touched many lives will never be forgotten. I am saddened that I did not meet him. I am from Texas not too far from El Campo and was hoping when I was discharged from the Army in 1992, I would attend an event to thank him for his words in the book and shake his hand. I realized i never will shake his hand, but hope MANY, with the same desire to meet a great man like him, did, to thank this Great American .

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Jose G Thank you for your comment, and for your service! My dad knows! Your remembrance of him and his legacy is thanks enough.

[@hunterbenavidez8029]

Roy P. Benavidez, "Tango Mike Mike" so since he is my great-uncle what does that make me to you

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Hunter Benavidez ... who is your father? Is he my dad's nephew? If so, then we are cousins. I have no way of knowing how far down the line we are as cousins unless I know how your dad is related to me or my dad. :-)

[@eltonchambers9636]

Jose G q

[@bobbypaluga4346]

What a wonderful tribute, you are a beautiful daughter I'm sure your father was very proud of you. On behalf of a grateful American, thanks to you and all the members of your family for your sacrifices I hope your father's story will continue to be told to every American.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you. I appreciate it.

[@karlchilders5420]

I lived in San Antonio for nearly 10 years, and MSgt Benavidez spoke at a VFW gathering once that I attended. He was such a powerful, humble speaker yet his story was so riveting and compelling one couldn't tear themselves away from hearing it. His actions not only reflected great credit on himself but on everyone he worked with and sacrificed for. He was, no doubt, a huge influence on you and I am sure that the best of him rubbed off on his family. I hope you are well, and while he is no longer with us, he is NOT forgotten. His deeds will be spoken of long after even I am gone, this is the power of his deeds and his impact. God bless you and god bless the United States.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! As long as we remember, his story will be told.

[@DanielLarsonofficia]

I just learned about your dad today. He was a American hero makes me realize that I've been taking stuff for granted

[@andythomason5576]

I have heard your fathers story several times in the last year or two. The one thing that puts a burr in my ass about this story is why am I only now hearing of it in my 54 years of life. You hear of a few similar story's from WWII. But nothing that matches the heroic level of above and beyond the service your father gave his brothers in arms. His story is one of supper human effort that is so rare and unbelievable until the facts are told many times over. I can only imagine how proud you must be of your father. Thank you so very much to your mother and the rest of your fathers family that sent their very best and the years after his heroic effort that must have taken your father to heal. The words thank you seem so small but know my heart feels great warmth when I hear the name Roy Benavidez!

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you. I appreciate your message. God bless.

[@jasonwood3197]

❤❤❤ My dad is retired SF... Roy's story has helped me know my dad because he never said much. God bless Roy! ❤

[@joshwarren2547]

Your dad is a true hero. After seeing the citation being read from President Reagan, I started promoting your fathers story to my fellow comrades. This country is lacking great men like your father, but if we can get his message out to our youth it just very well change the path that our society is going dowm. God Bless!

[@op8995]

Comrades?

[@Hypie582]

@@op8995 relax, he’s not a soviet spy, comrade refers to your fellow soldiers I think.

[@stephenevans596]

I'm 71 (yoa) & its April of 2019 & I just today - just a half hour ago came across your dad's story purely by accident. I am a Army Veteran (Airborne) from back in the 60's & 70's. I had never heard of your dad until today & have watched the video's about him & I watched them with a heavy heart & tears in my eyes. I have no words to describe my respect for him. I can only say I wish I could have served under him as it would have been an honor. I sincerely wish you & your family the very best life has to offer. It was a wonderful story about your dad & its a wonderful story about the letter. God Bless.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! Also, thank you for your service as well. Your duty and dedication to our country is appreciated. God bless you too!!!

[@Trid3nt861]

As a hispanic I actually have to say that your father Master Sergeant Roy Benavidez will always be a awesome man.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you!

[@Rizztana]

Any American can appreciate this

[@arkvadik8578]

You are very classy Ma'am, just like your daddy. A wonderful video. Thank you for sharing with all of us who admire your daddy.

[@jamierupert7563]

Anyone else crying here? What a beautiful, beautiful story. Glad you got that back. You're father is MY hero. God bless him and RIP. And many, many thanks to Chuck or he possibly wouldn't have made it. Both hero's. Thank you to all service men and women for giving me the freedoms I enjoy today.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Jamie Rupert I cried for sure when I opened the package. I am very thankful to Chuck for donating blood to my father, and for returning his beret. Thanks for your message! God bless.

[@sergioomar9090]

Jamie Rupert right here, I had to watch this twice it was so special.

[@bentonheath6843]

Beautiful story! There are such stories today but fewer and farther between. We must return to these acts of kindness and generosity in general if we want to survive as a nation. Thanks for sharing.

[@georgetunstill2341]

Yvette, I never had the pleasure of meeting your dad in person but I was on active duty in the Army when your dad received the MOH from President Reagan. Your dad was a true American patriot and hero and an inspiration to U.S. Army soldiers everywhere.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you very much for this message. I appreciate it. Thank you, too, for your service to our country.

[@jamesfair4315]

What a man he was and glad I served with heroes from his era when I went in Nov 1982. I saw his photos in our chow hall we ate in daily during a summer deployment to West Point in 1983. A movie should be made about him. I hope it's a patriotic actor who plays him.

[@mcoke61]

Wow! How awesome to receive your father’s Green Beret. I am sure that was very touching. God is Good.

[@jacquesduplessis2142]

I watched Benavidez' acceptance speech after receiving the medal of honor from pres Regan, and then I saw this touching guesture of returning the green beret to the family. Powerful experience. I wish he could have been my dad or my uncle 😊. I think in his boyhood home town in Texas, they should erect a statue to honor his memory.

[@jessjulian9458]

I never met your dad, but I am sure we were in the same place at the same exact time. We served at the same place same time three different times. Fort Benning, Vietnam and Fort Bragg in the 82nd Airborne. I wish I could have met him. He made us Trooper's very proud. One of our own a great man and hero and obviously a great father. It is great that you have his Beret and St Michael pin. I wish I knew what happened to mine. He would have been in the 4th Special Forces at the same time as Sargent Barry Sadler at Fort Bragg, 1965.

[@johncochran263]

the respect of the bothers at arms here in US never fell to surprise me. Thanks to all of the men and women in service. THANK YOU.

[@williamhoover6902]

Roy's message is so needed today. Thanks for sharing your Dad with us Yvette. We stand upon the shoulders of giants.....

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

William Hoover Thank you for this! I agree, his message is very much needed in our society. I am trying to carry on his legacy.

[@crusaderI969]

Roy Benavidez is a great American hero and has inspired me ever since I heard his story 20 years ago. God Bless him and his family.

[@villalobosld]

I met your father in life.....I will never forget the honor. RIP Roy.....you are a hero to us all.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you!

[@randyhowson1725]

Thank you for sharing your story about Chuck returning Roy's Beret; as a combat wounded soldier who was in the infantry in Vietnam at the same time I know what a brave hero your dad was. He was truly worthy of the CMOH and I would like to honor him by repeating his story to the many groups at high schools that I speak to on behalf of the Multary Order of the Purple Heart. Please let me know if you approve. Accept my thanks, my gratitude , respect and prayers for you and your family. God bless you Randy in Ohio

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for asking. Yes, please share his story. His legacy continues as long as WE remember. So, thanks! Thank you for your service and dedication to our country.

[@fredbowles4721]

I know I'm 4 years late. MSG Roy Benavidez is a hero to me... and so this great man who returned his Beret to you. I'm 35 with 2 kids and this made me cry.... joy and sadness. God bless your family. Although He already has with a man like your dad.

[@captainspicy5356]

The fact you are continuing to spread the word of your father just made my day and I want to thank you but I don't know what to say. You and your father are amazing people. Thank you.

[@squidproquo6622]

I am a Navy vet born during the Vietnam war and first heard of your Dad from a you tube video from his MOH award acceptance speech. After the video I was in awe of MST for the love that he had for America and for his fellow soldier/human being. His tenacity, perserveance and gritt can be matched by so few. Then I watched your video and thought; How many men would give up their beret tbat they worked so hard for and their D. Tags. But it seems like that WAS YOUR FATHER'S motto ; Do right by others who do right by you. Maybe that is more of the southern version but you know what i mean. Thank you so much for sharing. Your Dad left a great legacy for generations. God Bless and thanks to you and your family for your sacrifice

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for your service and for this message. I'm grateful for Chuck returning it. There are good people in this world.

[@daviderwin9178]

He was a tough, tough man. His story never gets old. Prayers to your family. He left a legacy.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you!

[@stevehughes2105]

Master Sergeant Benavidez . This gentleman was a HERO in every sense of the word . He IS an inspiration to folk young and old. God bless you sir , and thank you for your service.

[@patriotprepperchannel1828]

I read about your father's heroism years ago and it amazes me of the humbleness of these great men. I'm happy you got your Dad's beret.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! I appreciate your message.

[@williamsmith-jf7vr]

I never met your dad, but he was my hero, and inspiration. I would not be the man I'm today but for Master Sargent Roy Benavidez.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

william smith Thank you! I appreciate this message. God bless!!!

[@bigfisherman1984]

It amazes me that people can dislike videos like this. Your dad was an amazing man.

[@mitchblack7730]

I am very grateful to see this short video of you receiving the belongings of your father - Mr Roy Benavidez. It wonderful to see that a man who has given so much and who has made such great contributions to this country leaves the legacy of a loving daughter - Yvette. I hope you forever find comfort in having these items along with your father's memory close to you. Thank you and may God bless.

[@shecter68]

I first heard about MSG Benavidez while stationed at Ft. Sill. I can' remember if It was a range or a running route but they had some kind of monument honoring MSG Benavidez out there in the field somewhere. I then remember looking up this man on the computer and found out what a hero and inspiration he was. Thanks for your service MSG Roy Benavidez.

[@grouchyoleguy]

I remember that monument SgtMaj personally marched us out to it and made sure we knew about the man we were going to meet

[@liquidmidnight1]

Yvette, there are only two men that have lived that I would address as "sir", your father and Winston Churchill. Churchill, The Last Lion, In his way was the greatest man of his century. Your father was the greatest American who ever lived. No man has ever stood taller and stronger, in his heart and being. Your video brought tears of beauty to my eyes, as do his videos.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

liquidmidnight1 Wow! That is a great compliment. Thank you very much for recognizing that in him. He was/is the greatest (in my eyes). Blessings to you!

[@robertowencrumpton2809]

And here I was not going to cry.. treasure that beret good miss, that is real american history. I heard about his story when I was in the army. 3rd armoured cav. Fox troop. Hooah and much respect to your father. And I wish you and your family good luck and fortune in the future.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! I appreciate your commitment to our country. God bless!

[@ДмитртийГрускаев]

Though, I'm not an American, your father is a true inspiration to the world; that some kids today won't even understand, and he is one inspirational man, he is, without a doubt, my biggest inspiration.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! I appreciate this message. Wow!

[@hobens1]

Was just reminded of your father recently through the Mr Ballen KZbin channel there just isn't words to describe how selfless and courageous he is a true warrior of the highest order may he rest in peace.

[@buckeyeman_9833]

Thank you.MSG & family. Words can not.

[@gregbo123]

I wish I’d had the honor of meeting your father. I was in the Army during the Reagan years & served with lots of Vietnam vets, some highly decorated. Lots of respect for your father. I can tell from the videos I’ve seen that he was a true patriot. We need more.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Greg Dodgen Thank you! I appreciate that. Blessings to you!!!

[@davidcarrero7848]

My uncle met your dad once. Everybodys hero.Ironman patriot. We love the man too.

[@duckwalker1]

Awesome. I have listened to your dads speech many times. I shared one on Facebook yesterday encouraging parents to share with their children. I am inspired every time i hear him. God Bless all of his family.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for helping to carry on his legacy. -Yvette Benavidez Garcia

[@t.alderman7379]

I have watched the presentation of the Medal Of Honor to MSG Benavidez at least 10 times. He was a true Hero! I have younger children and each Memorial Day and Veteran's Day we take time to learn about America's Best; your Dad was certainly the Best of the Best! May God bless you this Memorial Day weekend.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for sharing my father's legacy and for always remembering him. God bless!

[@benb5963]

after kinda randomly finding the videos about your dad , i watched them in jaw dropped amazement . this man was everything every soldier strives to be . A warrior dedicated to his comrads , his country and his service . he was a true man among men . his humble speech left me misty eyed , i thank God there are men like him , and my own father who did several tours in vietnam , who answer the call when needed and despite overwhelming odds , persevere and overcome. God bless your family and your Dad. so glad his beret was returned to its rightful place .

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

ben b Thank you!!!

[@htorres11]

We could never thank your great father for what he did and for the exemplary life he lived! God bless you!

[@stephenpatton8415]

I post the video of your Dad's Medal of Honor ceremony every year. Along with the extended testimony by your Dad. He makes me so proud to be an American.

[@buckroo9126]

Best story I've heard In a long time . A true American hero and B.A.M.F.! Thank you for your service Mr. Benavidez . RIP

[@steveo5611]

I joined the army in 2006 right after high school. Besides the events on 9/11 the story of Master Sergeant Roy Benavidez time in the service greatly influenced my decision to enlist. What he did in Vietnam and the events leading to it will never leave my memory.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for this message. Your love and dedication to our country is appreciated. God bless you as you continue to serve.

[@UA1977]

I always watch MSG Benavidez videos. As a Mexican born service member I find inspiration in him.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! Be inspired, always. God bless you!

[@chumccurry1765]

Thank you for make and post this video, lady. Your father is a great man, not for the America, but for the entire world.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Chu McCurry Thank you ... and you're welcome.

[@LuisAlvarez-wg4bq]

What a wonderful story! I had the pleasure and privilege of meeting your dad in 1985 when I was a young officer candidate at New Mexico Military Institute. His visit and story inspired the whole Corps of cadets and it still affects me to this day. Years later when his GI Joe doll was released I bought one for my son. I also bought another for myself because I couldn’t bring myself to share one lol. It’s still on display in my office. I must tell you all my children know the story of Tango Mike Mike and I think of him often to put things in perspective when I think I’m having a bad day. Que Dios los bendiga.

[@markbatten5178]

What a great story. Just knowing thats something Roy would do ,to leave his Beret there as a thank you. Thank you for sharing it with us. Thank God for men like Roy !

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

mark batten I thought the same thing. He would definitely do that. Blessings to you.

[@tonycruz.5516]

Through my time in the army so far, it was such a privilege to learn about him, and even more to know who he was, and that a park, here in my town was named after him. He is the prime example of what we can achieve everyday.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Dagoberto Cruz III Thank you! I appreciate your comments. God bless!

[@tonycruz.5516]

@@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike I wish I could show you, the inspiration and motivation, your father provides for me everyday. When I feel times become rough, and that there is no end in sight; especially during extended training events. I re-read the words your father spoke, and everything falls back into place, to accomplish the mission.

[@karledgren8150]

I recently came across your dad’s story on KZbin. I have listened to it 3 times and have listened to so many other accounts of your dad’s heroic story. It is so reaching for words amazing that it almost doesn’t seem real and I know it is. I wish I could have met your dad just to shake his hand and say thank you . I have never in my life heard of such a heroic act in all my life not taking away from the many other hero’s but what your dad endured before and that day. I for the life of me cannot believe that a movie was never made. I’m so glad that gentleman found you to return the green beret. I am going to buy the book that was written about your dad. Thank you for sharing just another story about this amazing man!!

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for your post/response. We're hopeful that one day soon a movie will be created. He was, and continues to be, an amazing person and role model. Thanks for helping to keep his legacy alive. -Yvette Benavidez Garcia (Roy's daughter).

[@thehammerman4436]

Never had the pleasure of meeting your Dad while on active duty. I only heard about him. What I heard sounded more like a super hero than a man. Just goes to show that your only as good as you try to be and your Dad... Was the best.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you. I appreciate this message! God bless!!!

[@frankdrebin1023]

What a beautiful story a/b the beret, and cool move by MSG Benavidez! That beret is finally home. I can assure you, and I'm sure you already know, your father will NEVER, EVER be forgotten. Many a SF recruit at Ft. Bragg has yelled out - TANGO MIKE MIKE - in order to summon your Dad's legendary strength and courage when needed to overcome an obstacle. I also have my father's St. Micheal medallion he wore in Vietnam! I can still remember my Dad telling me a/b your Dad when I was a kid. If they made a movie a/b your Dad, no one would believe it. The absolute epitome of a true American hero. Godspeed to you, and your family. De Oppresso Liber!!!

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

frankdrebin Thank you for your comment. I appreciate it. God bless!

[@BobTex01]

Your Father's story is amazing to say the least. His photo is in prominent place inside my office space. I first heard his MOH citation in 1980 while standing in fomation. At the end, all I wanted to know, did this man live! My thought was this man is amazing. Bravery above and beyond the call of duty. God blessed Master Sargent Roy P Benevidez. A Man, that all Men should emulate.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Lone Star Thank you for this. Yes, he lived ... and is considered the #1 badass in the world. :-) Thank you for remembering him. His legacy lives on as long as we remember.

[@aretee3]

God bless you and your family for such a fine man!

[@williamwilson9283]

I met your dad in Panama while I was recuperating from a collapsed lung at Gorgus Army medical center in 1988. He was in country visiting troops and was participating in the 4th. Of July parade and was honored in being the grand marshal of the parade. He came by the hospital couple of days before the 4th. visited with us patients. I got to talk with him a bit and got a pic taken together with him and he gave a signed card identifying him as a MOH recipient . What great moment in my life and a great man. God bless you ma'am.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you for sharing your memory. Your service is appreciated as well. God bless!

[@Sociologist66]

Your Father was the Best on Vietnam. Respect and Honour to his memory. Please keep posting videos about him. Greetings from Peru.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! It is my mission to help keep my father's memory and legacy alive. I appreciate your message. God bless.

[@lancehenthorn17]

I learned of your father awhile back here on KZbin. each time I come across his videos I watch them again. he is and always will be a Hero. this world needs more like him! I am so glad you were able to get your father's items. as a veteran myself I truly value the military items from my father and grandfather.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

lance henthorn Thank you! God bless our military ... always!

[@jeng494]

This brought tears to my eyes. What an incredible story! I can only imagine how much Chuck's thoughtful actions and recollection of his experience in meeting your father means to you and your family. Hugs and love to you, Yvette and sincere thanks to Chuck.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Jen G Thank you! I appreciate your comments.

[@glynmclaughlin1133]

My Hero! May God Bless Roy!

[@hsplayerguy00]

Thanks for the video, your fathers Medal of Honor speech with president Ronald Reagan have me CHILLS.

[@redneckmar1776]

Ma’am. That is good that you got his belongings. I got things to remember my grandfathers that fighter from ww1 and 2. I am hope to meet you in real life. I am a huge supporter of our military and it’s a amazing thing that people need to respect our military and there families. I come from a big military family from years and years ago. God bless you and your family

[@carriesee7209]

Ma’am he so deserved it. He’s an awesome and heroic man

[@altonwillimon6989]

We thank you for you for your father it was not always easy when they got back.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Alton Willimon Thank you! It certainly wasn't. Every day was a struggle, but he put his armor on and fought. Again, thank you.

[@rangerxlt3]

This randomly popped up in my feed on fathers day 6/21/2020. What an amazing life event this must have been for you and your family.. This surely brought tears to my eyes... God Bless

[@aerials4028]

I’m not crying you’re crying, I thank you too Chuck !!

[@allenkaye1]

Thank you for your father’s service. I’ve also seen videos of your father he was a great man. God bless him and God bless the Green Beret and America. My uncle Robert Morton was in the Green Beret as well. I miss my uncle very much. God bless you God bless your father and God bless America and most of all God bless our American flag amen

[@po2313]

Thank you Yvette. Your dad is an inspiration to me and many others.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

You're welcome. Thanks.

[@darkinglory]

Your father was an absolute legend. What he accomplished and went through will never be forgotten. We thank him for his service and for all that he did for our country. His memory and life will continue to live throughout the generations, not to mention for being our very own Hispanic GI Joe. God bless.

[@RoyPBenavidezTangoMikeMike]

Thank you! -Yvette