Sammy L. Davis

Army sergeant explains why he's called the 'Real Forrest Gump.'

[@mrt2mrt2]

I never get tired of hearing Sammy L David tell this account of how he saved the day in Vietnam. With him alongside no harm will ever come to you. A true hero and gentleman.

[@TBConl]

With tears in my eyes, I am honored to hear this story. Much Respect to Sammy L Davis. Sir you are remarkable.

[@MrsAnniFlo]

I got the honor to meet Mr. Davis in 2003 in PLDC (Warrior leaders Course) Germany, Had the whole room choked up telling his story, he cried, we all got to pass around his Medal of Honor. One of the most inspirational men I've ever met.

[@danielanchez5195]

Met Mr Davis in 2004. Wonderful hero. He is my inspiration to be the best NCO I can be to my Soldiers.

[@cripplehawk]

I guess I can understand why. they put Forrest Gump in the 9th Infantry Division so they can use Sammy Davis's MOH ceremony (Easier for ILM)

[@glennbrymer4065]

Everything I hear him tell his story it leaves me stunned. Everytime I read it, I am amazed. The amount of energy he expended is incredible. Bravery at every turn.

[@Hodgesxoxo]

God bless this man And Our savior Looking and Protecting him In His Vietnam days. Such a great man.

[@donc9751]

I have seen numerous videos of SFC Sammy Davis and in every one I have been deeply touched by his humility and sense of love for his fellow man. I grew up in an Army family, my dad having been a career NCO who retired in 1975 with the rank of SFC, Grandfather served in WW2 and was with the troops that liberated Dauchau and I grew up looking up to these men and learning much from them. I have always been fascinated with our history. I myself did not serve in the military, having gotten a good paying job right out of high school, had it not been for that I would have but at the time also i felt a little like my whole life had been a form of boot camp in itself as dad was a Drill Sgt prior to going to Vietnam in 70. So I have tried to watch every single video I can about our Medal of Honor winners and have also read about all of them before videos became more comon place. Partly out of a sense of respect and admiration and also because i find what they have managed to do under such difficult situations as truly amazing. I respect and admire every one of these heros, and for that matter every single person who has served. But of them all I love mist listening to SFC Sammy Davis and truly think he is just a great human being that we all can learn from. I would have loved to have met the man!

[@MAXIMUSISADOG]

This country produces some great men, SFC Davis one one them and its men like him why I chose the Army over the other branches.

[@AVERYhornyMrDinosaur]

I HADTA GO BACK FOR BUBBA!

[@johnwales4214]

I know that he was joking, he is not "slow" at all. One of our best and brightest. A true American Patriot!

[@pamnichols7877]

God bless you Sit🤲glad you made it home and I’m humbled by your service. Amazing American Story. Touched my soul!

[@robertpickett2569]

A true hero, and the enormous pride I feel to have the greatest soldiers on earth to keep us all free. So grateful to hear this incredible story and the respect we all should have about living life as free Americans.

[@limeoperator8455]

My dad is friends with him. Was eating at a red lobster with him one time, my dad cracked a crab leg and it squirted on to Sammy. My dad said you could of heard a pen drop until Sammy laughed it off.

[@Jackie1952]

Sammy is the most down to earth guy. We have known him over 32 years. He is an American TREASURE

[@trevorslinkard31]

The American Soldier is unstoppable when he is determined to save his men.

[@bernard4007]

why don't they make a movie of this story?!

[@gungho1345]

Met Sgt Davis a few times. Most recently shortly after my father passed. We got to talking about him and he had known Dad.

[@Jackie1952]

We have met Sammy many times..........LOVE YOU SAMMY!! Alvie & Jackie

[@MrPickledede]

Thank you so very much for your service and sacrifice

[@CriticalMass-yu1ec]

🫡🇺🇲💜

[@Flapjackbatter]

Fantastic. I have seen Sammy Davis interviews before, but I didn't know about the forrest gump thing.

[@stevehall4548]

How does an average guy describe such a man as this? Don't get me wrong. I know I am made by GOD with a purpose and am loved by Him. But the heroism, tenacity, critical thinking, and devotion to his team he displayed is incredible. I am thankful he is willing to share this story.

[@MasterRTG101]

In the State of Indiana, there is a MOH license plate for our only surviving MOH recipient Sammy L Davis . God Bless you

[@TBConl]

Respect

[@msshaffer5]

What a handsome young brute he was 🇺🇸💪🏽

[@brent-z3l]

he doesn't seem slow in the head. Nothing like the made up Forrest gump character

[@frankdimeglio8216]

What an outstanding, brave, loving, and honorable man !!! Beautiful !!!

[@user-ph6yt7xe5s]

Hats off sir great sacrificer of all time

[@cherylhuston1507]

Sammy you are the epitome of a true American. I am so proud to know you.

[@docteurfabian]

would be great to share a beer with this guy. Amazing story and storyteller !!!

[@marcello256256]

Man this guy has a place in my heart. I was hoping he he share the part where he speaks on holding that mean ol sergeant’s hand

[@FJORDDD]

Bubba best friends forrest

[@TheCecil64]

Thank You.

[@gabbyava8458]

Great story God bless you. I love you and the movie. Such a smart man.

[@justStardust940]

hes way smarter than Gump in the movie

[@terrygibbens2189]

Met him in Bosnia had coffee with him a great man

[@spongebob8642]

terry gibbens dude you are so lucky.

[@1murder99]

Glad you made it home brother.

[@lastnamefirstname7950]

Thank Sammy what else can I say……….

[@randalltom9750]

Brave men, are always humble...

[@xxDeaThLxrDxX]

This forest gump?

[@Dunning.Kruger]

This dude's a blast.

[@occhiverdi684]

Thank you. You are blessed.

[@welcomehomevietnamveterans3471]

Very well done American Legion. Welcome Home Brother!

[@colinheaton2679]

Sammy and Dixie are great Americans, and his bravery is still understated as he tells it. One of the most humble people you will ever meet.

[@jameslyons1661]

💙🇺🇸💙🏁

[@kym393]

So much respect for you Mr Davis.

[@JJ-sv9kh]

Stupid comment about Bill Clinton!

[@ericcelmer9754]

That's what you took away from this man's story? You are an embarrassment

[@abehall1619]

I never listen to these stories more than once. There's too many, I want to hear them all. This is my 5th time listening to Sammy.

[@djdon60]

This was fascinating! What a man; what an hero! Cheers, from Canada.

[@clydegray9714]

You discover who you are, when life gives you the chance.

[@robinluich6626]

I'm so grateful for men like Sam. Real men are obsolete in 2022.

[@garymills562]

Amazing! Thank you for your service.

[@robinluich6626]

God wanted him to save three rounds.

[@acts2211]

what a patiot and hero

[@joshbailey2085]

You don't leave your brother in the woods!

[@TomGreen99]

Jeeze Bill Murrary was in Vietnam too?!!

[@justanotheridiotredneck]

I've heard and read hundreds of CMOH stories...his weighs on me the most.