Royal Marines Ben Wadham & Mark Ormrod reflect on the impact of opening up and your comments to them

[@mydays4387]

Ben Wadham and Mark Ormrod. Make No mistake, Both of you guys Are Legends!. I know you are Proud, so you damn well should be 🫡🤝.

[@emmam.2784]

These guys are paving the way for men to be strong AND human.

[@nmartin5551]

Ben is a true hero beyond his ability to imagine. I’m so glad he is still in the fight.

[@seanslaney3621]

Massive respect to Mark and Ben.

[@ioanparry]

I don't think I'll ever understand why ex-servicemen and women aren't valued and supported more than they are, and why well funded mental health support for these guys isn't there in spades from day 1. Also, these are surely the sorts of people - with a long list of the most desirable traits - that most businesses would want as part of their team. We should see the incredible value in not only what they've done, but also what they can bring, build and create post-service. Ben's contribution to countless lives could be absolutely huge, and is already proving to be. There's not enough hats to take off to guys like him, an absolute credit to his country. I hope he gets the support he needs and I hope he can continue his hugely positive impact on people in and outside the armed forces. Huge credit to you guys for putting this together and getting his story out there.

[@adriantyler6911]

Beautifully said....

[@ioanparry]

@@adriantyler6911 thank you. Still feel the same. These people should be who the young look up to, instead of social media moral and personality vacuums...

[@adriantyler6911]

@@ioanparry My 16 year old son signed up 2 years ago and went to AFC Harrogate, the only facility of it's kind in the world for under 18's. He's 18 now and in it, hook, line and sinker, I'm so proud! Particularly that he is not in that ....as you say 'Social media moral and personality vacuums...' I still worry about him though, not only in his job, but after.........But I'll always be here for him whatever happens

[@MakeEterniaGreatAgain]

@@adriantyler6911 thank you for your service. And please thank your lad for his service for me too.

[@CoffeeFiend1]

A lot of young people in particular are quite naïve regarding the forces, usually the rainbows and bunny rabbits crowd that think the world should just be nice and that because no one has the right to hurt anyone else that it is somehow a magical shield and therefore we don't need soldiers. A lot also just see them as state sanctioned killers that literally just kill.... Join to kill.... Enjoy killing etc. Some read about bad things soldiers have done and also apply in large strokes which is a bit like how racism perpetuates really i.e. x skin tone did this to me therefore they're all bad. Not all militaries are brilliant, a lot are fucking savages but most professional modern militaries like the UK are pretty good. In a lot of countries people are scared when they see military personnel.

[@MikeStubbsRace]

This was incredibly moving. Nothing but pure admiration and respect for these chaps. Thank you for your service.

[@user-vn7wy5vp7r]

God bless to all the men and women who serve in whatever capacity..thank you!

[@katehawkins338]

Massive respect to you Ben 👏brilliant awareness raised .

[@bluechakramindfulnessminds2393]

Ive watched this video many times and have shared it, sending you a big hug, thankyou for speaking so rawly and honestly about ptsd. Suffering ptsd myself it has really helped me and helped me in my business working in suicide prevention. You are a true hero. Thankyou for your service. You change lives with this video.❤

[@andrewpotts3356]

I can only applaud you with the utmost respect. Wonderful you are able to be helpful to others. Also a Vet

[@DianaKazimiera-]

Mr.Ben and Mr.Mark...great respect 🕊️ I wish all the best! I wish always strong...#Veterans

[@andrewtheogre5971]

Can’t see you and don’t know you mate but know this, you will never be alone I promise you. Sending you a long range virtual hug and three beers. One for your service, one for your suffering and one for your courage. You’re smashin it mate and we love you. Love from France 🇫🇷 .

[@MERISI001]

An inspiration to us all. Huge thanks for your service lads.

[@w.s.2102]

Royal Marines are top notch ❤.... Kandahar 08/09 🇨🇦 🇬🇧

[@rachaelmiles8233]

My cousin has celebral palsy and stuck in a wheelchair, I think those legs of yours are brilliant Mark, keep up the good work.

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Honestly you are both really brave men

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Lovely video and thanks both for your real event's you have helped me get alot off my chest. Thank you oh and Hapoy Valentine's Day 😘

[@daynerpotter9514]

REAL MEN SHOWING REAL, TRUE EMOTIONS ❤❤

[@StizzyM1]

I lost Andy, he was formerly in the paras in Ireland during the troubles. He lost his 2 best mates to an IED just metres in front of him. This along with many other events left him with serious complex PTSD and substance abuse problems, after leaving the paras as a young lad. Andy was the farther I never had, he took me in as his own when I was young. I've travelled with him and his wife for years and we have so so many great memories. After some time Andy slowly has been able to pull himself out of the hole he was thrown into after the loss and pain. Several years ago he was diagnosed with Myeloma. This utterly destroyed me and I will carry his legacy, he will be remembered, I will make sure my kids and my kids kids know who he is.

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Mark my cousin is in a wheelchair love her. I wish you all the best for your future and what a determination you have, go for it. Ben is supportive and Ben Wallace I hope.

[@MichaelSmith-cq6tu]

Id just like to say guys,your an inspiration!! god bless you both x

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Happy Christmas x

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Mark my cousin is in a wheelchair and when I was in hospital I felt I broke the chains holding my down and it was then that I felt I saw my cousin walk in heaven, so I knew and know she will be able to walk in heaven, love her.

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Ben your openess have helped me open up. I can understand your friend as my cousin is in a wheelchair. Guess what guy's, I'm RM, yes that's right Rachael Miles no middle name. Just RM. Keep going, don't give up, I've lived a full life and so have you. I will never give up. X

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Ben when I was ill in hospital I felt I broke the chains and freed my cousin who's in a wheelchair for her afterlife that she can walk in heaven, x

[@mintberrycrunch4333]

Do NOT fight wars for Israel or you'll end up like these fine gentlemen, which is just heartbreaking

[@holyfieldism]

Big respect to these warriors.❤

[@MakeEterniaGreatAgain]

Are these the full videos? I've watched this and Ben's other video, but theyre both only a few minutes long? are there longer videos anywhere?

[@rachaelmiles8233]

Ben my father told my son's headteacher, who's ex raf to man up from bullying, my son is disabled, difficult to understand hey x

[@rachaelmiles8233]

It's a shame there's no chance of veterans after doing work experience in MOD