South African Reacts to The First Medal of Honor Ever Recorded

What an absolute legend, the bravery and heart of this man is something else, a true hero in every sense of the word. I know it's a sad one but wow, here is my reaction to The First Medal of Honor Ever Recorded.
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[@jonograhamreacts]

amzn.to/3IPugZV The book I Mentioned in the video, if you have audible I highly recommend this series. This is an affiliate link so please be advised I will get a small commission at no extra cost to you.

[@donaldmccombs5566]

You should react to more U.S. military videos, and if you want to watch a couple of documentaries I will suggest "No Greater Love". That one was made by my Army Chaplain. The other is "The Hornets Nest".

[@ryanc9888]

Great book, thanks for the recommendation

[@ccormx]

Second this Rec.

[@DTG_LOCKETT]

I don't need to know you 4:18

[@DTG_LOCKETT]

7:43

[@itsahellofaname]

I'm a U.S. Army veteran and combat veteran of the first Gulf War, and I can tell you 100% that I could not have done what John Chapman did. It wasn't just his advanced special forces training, either - he was absolutely a special breed. And now, 23 family trees will continue to grow because of John Chapman.

[@jonograhamreacts]

Amazing man, with courage, heart and the ability to think of everyone other than himself, a true hero. Thank you for your service, you are all a special breed and deserve the respect of us all!

[@asafoster7954]

Don't act like a growing family trees is a good thing.

[@harleyadam4813]

​@Asa Foster the reply was intended to show respect for the courage, selflessness and dedication to his fellow soldiers that was displayed by a service member who valued the lives of others above his own. But you go ahead and be an overpopulation activist. Be your cold-hearted logical self. You do you.

[@harleyadam4813]

@itsahellofaname thank you for your service. I've had 2 close family members serve in the Marines (lost one to brain cancer) and my father was a Civilian weldor for the US Navy for 27 years. God bless those that would serve others and put their lives on the line for others, even in the smallest way. You have my sincere gratitude.

[@itsahellofaname]

@@harleyadam4813 Thank you, Harley.

[@miketheviking_]

No matter how many times I watch this, I get teary eyed and overcome with goosebumps. The pride I feel that our military is full of men like this and even a quarter of this is indescribable.

[@debbynorsworthy9550]

Thank you, Joni, for sharing this story and video! I am a 75 year old Mimi. I come from a line of military men and two of my three sons served in the military. My men all came home, and we are ever grateful for our “brothers” who had our backs!

[@Koyotito20]

Another amazing Medal of Honor story is Roy Benavidez. Vietnam War legend and advocate for veterans a real American hero along with Chapman and many others

[@jonograhamreacts]

I'll have a look thank you

[@eTraxx]

@@jonograhamreacts I would suggest his speech he gave in 1991 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/laC4pX2uepmmoNU

[@Koyotito20]

@@jonograhamreacts Roy's story will blow you away trust me.

[@JohnLeePettimoreIII]

@@jonograhamreacts you MUST look into his story. it will leave you wondering how one man could do such things and live. When Ronald Reagan was presenting the MoH to 5th SFG SSgt Roy Benavidez (TMM), the president said something like, _"If the actions of Roy Benavidez were the script for a movie, I would never believe it."_ but to receive the MoH, part of the process is interviewing direct witnesses, gathering physical evidence, and review of official reports filed by those people involved in the action that produced the situation.

[@george217]

The Rambo character was a wuss compared to Sgt. Benavidez. And the Sgt. was real.#RIP #RESPECT

[@kimmycook2698]

And some say there are no real superheros...lies. He was a superhero. Bless you legend.

[@Howyodoinn]

He was truly a 1 man army. How he did all that is impossible to comprehend.

[@timesthree5757]

Just proof gods lived among us.

[@davidsuttles101]

As a former Army attack helicopter pilot with combat experience, thank you for your reaction!

[@jonograhamreacts]

No, thank you for your service!!

[@scottdarden3091]

That man in your book is exactly right, when on a mission. You don't think about why you are there. You only think about your brothers that are with you. You fight for each other.

[@parsifal40002]

I have seen this video several times and I'm amazed every time I see it. John Chapman makes me proud to be an American. Rest in peace, sir.

[@oogieboogie5678]

The word hero gets thrown around a lot....that my friends, is a hero. He selflessly risked everything fighting for his brothers until his last breath. ❤

[@MrCplChicken]

This always makes me tear up

[@jonograhamreacts]

yeah it got me good, the lump in the throat and tears were about to win.

[@JonathanH1253]

Another amazing medal of honor story is the story of Desmond Doss. He was a US Army medic that refused to carry a weapon into combat because he refused to kill anyone. He is credited with single handedly saving 75 men while under heavy enemy fire from the Japanese.

[@jonograhamreacts]

Is there a movie based on him called "Hacksaw Ridge" ? Great movie and great story aswell. What a hero

[@JonathanH1253]

@Jono Graham Reacts yes, hacksaw ridge is about him. Sadly like a lot of war veterans, Desmond Doss suffered from PTSD for the rest of his life. It took a lot of work for one journalist to finally get him to open up and tell his story.

[@John-eq9tv]

Multiple witnesses actually credit Doss with saving well over 100. Doss, naturally very modest and humble, said he only thought he saved around 45. The army said “fine” and halved the number at 75.

[@cayminlast]

I have seen this before and it's always difficult not to have an emotional reaction. I am a veteran of the SADF 1970s-1980s.

[@JackyJames1]

I'm Canadian and certainly greatfull to be protected by Americans!! No words can be explained how lucky we are! R.I.P. I cried watching this heroic act :(

[@JohnLeePettimoreIII]

we are glad to have brothers, allies, and a voice of reason and calm to our north to remind us of what we should continue to strive for. (that gratitude is a 2-way street, pardner.)

[@JackyJames1]

@@JohnLeePettimoreIII 100% agree :) 🇺🇸🇨🇦❤

[@NOxSPLOOSHxPLANE]

Y'all have JTF2 I mean of course it's nice to have America as your backup but that is one real elite Force y'all have to protect ya country. Again no it is nice to have allies I do wish though America didn't have to be the world police for everyone so just wish other countries followed suit and making a force big enough not only to invade and take over other countries but to protect themselves instead though everyone just relies on us. Of course America isn't afraid as you can see throughout history even today we have bases in almost every one of our enemies backyard, we even have active bases in our enemies yards and somehow we're still not spread thin from helping everybody else out or invading nations in order to get resources. I went off on a rant but yes it is nice to have allies 😅😅 sometimes it just honestly feels like America is its own Allie and everyone else is just there until they need our help

[@SSIronHeart]

Men, it's been a long war. It's been a tough war. You've fought bravely, proudly for your country. You're a special group. You've found in one another a bond that exists only in combat, among brothers. You've shared foxholes, held each other in dire moments. You've seen death and suffered together. I'm proud to have served with each and every one of you. You all deserve long and happy lives in peace."

[@jonograhamreacts]

Real brotherhood. Beautiful words!

[@JohnLeePettimoreIII]

@@jonograhamreacts said by a Nazi general to his troops after they surrendered to American soldiers. this was documented in the movie series, _"Band Of Brothers"_

[@saharafox8209]

The dude was a fucking warrior with the heart of a lion semper Fidelis

[@msdarby515]

It's 100% appropriate to be speechless after hearing this story. In fact, most often it's because the lump in your throat makes it so difficult to say anything. 🥺

[@vancouvervixen4253]

HERO ❤🇺🇸 And yes, a legend

[@guesswho7758]

I've recently found military commendations for a few family members...along with a purple heart, an old newspaper article from WW2 with grandfather being awarded Navy Cross...keepsakes from family that served in WW1...lots of Vietnam war stuff, awards, medals, clothing brought back from overseas, pictures of dad alongside all his buddies overseas.

[@psychodoctor936]

Sorry for just finding your channel. Thank you for just being on the internet and watching these great men and women. It means alot from a army soldier. Thank you sir.

[@kevinb314]

You should definitely check out The Rescue of Jessica Buchanan

[@jonograhamreacts]

I will do thanks

[@LisaD-1969]

Great request.

[@SwimCoach8]

Many years ago, I watched the old black and white movie Sargeant York. Base on the Medal of Honor exploits of York during WW1. The circumstances that brought him to the heroic actions he took. One of my top five favorite movies. I knew of the Medal of Honor, but the film peaked my curiosity and I looked into the actions of these heroes. Their selfless actions undertaken to preserve human life. Retrieving a fallen comrade, insuring a safe retreat, rescuing those hopelessly pinned by enemy fire. No need to look at Marvel Comics for super heroes...They exist in militaries around the globe.

[@videogamevalley7523]

Im not in the military but I respect the men and women of the armed forces cause we dont get to the even half of the stuff we do if they are not around. Great video! Cheers 🍻

[@AlexisLopez-pb8ms]

John Chapman was such a bad ass that even Superman has a poster of him in his room.

[@halah34]

Dude, check out the rescue of Jessica Buchanan. She and her Danish coworker were *civilians*

[@jonograhamreacts]

will do, thank you

[@itsahellofaname]

I second that - it's an amazing story. Here's a link to the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4TUfp2BbZqnnMU

[@scottdarden3091]

I highly recommend the book Alone At Dawn. These guys had been to this summit earlier, but their helicopter had to dodge a RPG and Petty Officer Roberts fell. Not knowing if he was alive or dead. In the code of leave no man behind. The SEALS said we are going back. Chapman said he was going too, even though he didn't have to. The narrator makes it seem as Chapman is completely alone in the charge of the first bunker. Not exactly true. See Al Qaeda doesn't have night vision, the team does. When the team leader comes up behind John he is laying down suppressing fire and that is all Al Qaeda can see is his muzzle flashes. When John got hit in the bunker, the team leader said he could see the breath exhaust in the cold. But then when John would not respond to him and he no longer could see his breath, he thought John had died. Or would not have left him.

[@xSubParSaucex]

It’s amazing how John Chapman could move as fast as he did lugging those huge balls around

[@timesthree5757]

Chapman heard the wings of the Valkyries, the call to Valhalla, now he dines at the high table of the gods. Skol, the victorious dead.

[@Stepperg1]

Thank you

[@perrychoate5245]

Lord your kids are getting so big..look at the little girl..lord have mercy

[@timesthree5757]

John Chapmans finale thought I must save my brothers!

[@jshanewalker399]

Another great reaction! I can't wait until the next video!

[@george217]

You might like to watch an old movie called "To Hell and Back ". It's the autobiography of Audie L Murphy, Medal of Honor recipient and arguably the most decorated soldier in US history. The unusual thing about the movie is that it starred Audie Murphy himself as he became an actor after WWII.

[@DivusMagus]

There are alot of great medal of honor recipients, but here are some with great videos about them. Kyle Carpenter, Youngest living Medal of Honor recipient "The Youngest Living Medal of Honor Recipient: Kyle Carpenter’s Story" by The Heritage Foundation Desmond Doss, First conscientious objector to be awarded the Medal of Honor "The Medic Who fought a War without a Weapon" by Simple History Audie Murphy, Most decorated soldier in US history "When 1 Man Held Off 6 Tanks" by Yarn Hub I know its a lot but this is only a drop in the bucket when it comes to fantastic medal of honor recipients.

[@Plastikdoom]

Gonna say a few things, one love your attitude, two, as an American and USMC vet of Iraq and Afghanistan, I have no problem with people who protest the war, your government’s actions, if you think it’s wrong, as a whole, sure protest the war, not the people. We are all doing what we think best/is the correct action, we all do things we think best. Just think, and don’t target those you shouldn’t on either end of the beliefs. That’s literally why we exist, what we fight for. Now, people who openly target people for no reason. They are fair game, for humiliation, etc, as most likely they have never done, 1/1000th of a regular member of the military, let alone what MSgt Chapman did. Also. Too bad he wasn’t with Marines. We wouldn’t have left him up there, alone. We’d dig in, if we couldn’t get him out. We are fanatics to the extreme. And cannot “win” against us, we beat people dying for their god emperor, who fought to the last man, and we crushed them under our boots. So any navy man, or seal that sees this, not talking shit. Just the truth. We woulda stayed on that mountain, or got him out. As no one more fanatical than a US Marine for his buddies/fellow Americans.

[@BigMoore1232]

I witnessed bravery first hand. In Afghanistan I saw a navy medic(corpsmen) running to a marine who was shot. He dragged him to safety while being shot multiple times. He died when he got the marine to safety. I have nightmares about this still do this day....

[@greggwilliamson]

Thank you for your understanding and compassion. US Navy, 1980-1984, USS Fairfax County, LST-1193, "Gator Navy"!!! (marine amphibious force) Beirut, Lebanon, 1983. Yea, that one. You are correct. Our Country sends us, but we fight like hell for each other!! Check this guy out. "The Youngest Living Medal of Honor Recipient: Kyle Carpenter’s Story".

[@jonograhamreacts]

That video is coming up this week..

[@JoeyBlueTx]

You should check out Simple History's "The green beret who went on a one man rampage to save his comrades". (Even though Rambo was made with Audie Murphy in mind, Roy Benavides resembles Rambo more imho)

[@OH-Dave-62]

God Bless.

[@gregklaes4073]

John Had two baby girls and a young wife whom still need him. Terribly and painfully sad

[@aland6752]

The Navy tried to prevent John from getting the medals as they did not want this story told. Imagine if his family friends and all of us never got to see what he did and how he fought for everyone, because of a few broke egos. John fought the good fight that day for everyone on and above that battlefield.

[@karenlobosco9646]

Check out Kyle Carpenter. Another Medal of Honor recipient. He appeared on David Letterman who listed Kyle's injuries. It was amazing and moving and I highly recommend it.

[@melissaj9504]

Good video

[@billprice8596]

Just so you know Chapman left behind a wife and two children. The narrator state we will never know what his last thoughts were. Yes we do, they were of them.

[@jamesedwards2483]

Would Recommend That You Watch About Audie Murphy!!! Another Medal Of Honor Awardee Who Single Handedly Held Off 6 Tanks And 200 German Soldiers During World War II!!

[@rileyfam]

Great reaction! I'm not sure if you have previously, but you should take a look at videos about "The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier". Thanks.

[@timesthree5757]

Hail, the victorious dead!!

[@MarieFara]

I have never seen a protest against the military. War? yes. Police brutality? yes. The military though? I have yet to see that protest.

[@DTG_LOCKETT]

4:19 sub 💪🏿

[@jacd751]

🇺🇸 here....we, the very vast majority of the people, definitely love & respect our service people regardless of what our feelings are towards our government who honestly do not do either. IF our government loved & respected our service people, as we do, they would NOT be sent into wars on boldface lies(Iraq the 2nd go-round), they WOULD GET the medical & psychological treatment EXPECTED, NECESSARY AND REQUIRED for their combat & injuries(which they do NOT), we DEFINITELY WOULD NOT have the unbelievably high number of homeless veterans as there is, there WOULD NOT be on average 22 veterans killing themselves DAILY for the last decade+ and our ACTIVE duty service people, to say nothing of our vets, would NOT be made to rely on WELFARE/food stamps/EBT to survive. So yeah....we 🇺🇸s who ACTUALLY care for, love and respect our service people absolutely DO criticize OUR GOVERNMENT and RIGHTLY SO. What you do NOT see is us criticizing our service members in uniform. It's a line that those in power that don't actually support & respect our troops LOVE to blur to THEIR advantage which is definitely NOT our troops advantage...only their peril. Just some food for thought...

[@Ty-ww9lq]

great video! another good one you may like Is Marcus luttrell and his story and some go his stories from Joe Rogan and speeches

[@BrendaAgosta]

#balls of steel

[@christobaliancantu7112]

Roy Benavedez metal of honor

[@rchorsman6432]

Not asking anything away from this Hero which he was, very American. I think he was the first in the Seals, there have been a few over the course of the Medal if Honor. Life U loved this on Chapman was a true Hero. Check our Audrey Murphy in WW2, which became a Mivie and played himself in the Movie called " to Hell and back" he was the mist decorated soldier of WW2, truly remarkable. LeIt's still feeling bornt me know what U think. I hope since U liked "the Patriot" fantastic movie, 2 mire Nel Gibson was Braveheart and his Movie the passion of the Christ, this will move U and yours, very revealing and a lot of cruelty. The closes of the last 12 hours of Christ will blow every Movie out if the water but like always, God Bless. PS there is nothing like fresh rolled flakey biscuits with with hamburger cream Gravy. I is 1 U have to try

[@liberTvalance]

He probably got shot so many times that his armor failed.

[@SilentXtract]

There’s a lot of bravery here but I want to highlight someone specifically another Air Force man named Jason Cunningham he was a pararescueman new guy. Jason was on the helicopter that landed with the rangers and began treating wounded on the impact basically. He was shooting, moving wounded to safer positions, shooting some more to go grab another wounded guy take them to cover he did this nonstop even when he himself was wounded. He then realized he was hit and the ranger medic wanted to treat him he refused medical care and continued to fight and take care of his patients. At the end of the battle he was exhausted and bleeding out his eyes were fading and 30 minutes before extract he fell asleep never to wake up again. For his actions he was awarded the Air Force Cross. The team leader also received the Medal of Honor the entire SEAL team had Navy Crosses unknown amount of bronze stars with a V for Valor and Silver Stars with V for Valor and most men got Purple Hearts which indicates you are wounded. Let’s just say it was hard to not award every man a MoH bc they all fought like enraged animals on Roberts Ridge. God bless them all🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@donaldmccombs5566]

Oh 1st one.

[@bcyomassey649]

The only way to stop that man was to stop his heart literally

[@george217]

Sgt. Chapman was awarded ONE Medal of Honor, not two as the video mistakenly states. US law no longer allows someone to receive more than one. #RIP #RESPECT

[@seanmcpart832]

He met the criteria for a 2nd medal, although, as you stated, one can only be issued one MOH. Dan spoke with the person at DOD who processes all MOH packages and she confirmed what Dan stated.

[@debbynorsworthy9550]

Jono, sorry for the mistaken spelling!

[@SSIronHeart]

I'm gonna die, your gonna die, were all gonna die. But I sure as hell won't be the first. Iv never been there obviously, but when you know like know your going to die. Something changes. It's either kill all the bad guys or save all good guys. I like to believe Chapman had that. He couldn't kill them all. So he saved his friends.

[@grimmlight4541]

I know it's not the time for comedy. But I can't stop thinking about the Pub Landlord comedian talking about the idiocy of Americans when he said" They sent water soldiers to fight in the desert" Lol seriously though thank you for reacting to this, I myself have huge respect for what these guys do and because of what they do everyone else has the freedom to moan and about nothing whilst being privilaged and entitled.

[@JRush374]

Check out Scott Horton's Enough Already playlist. It's about the US's terrorism wars and how they connect to each other and what really happened. The book is a must read.

[@LisaD-1969]

Great reaction~so glad I found your channel as I’m really enjoying your content. Another great video I’d recommend is ‘The Night Osama Bin Laden Was Killed.’

[@jonathanlindsey463]

the narrator is wrong on some of this, but i am tired of explaining what was really happening here and getting in trouble for revealing classified info, but at the sametime i am sick of people being misinformed.. i was in Afghan during this operation, which was a part of operation ANACONDA.. i can explain some of this if u wanna know, i just gotta be careful.. U.S, Naval Intelligence SOCOM NSWG May 15 1988 - July 20 2004

[@michaelb.3982]

Have you seen "Saving Private Ryan" ?

[@dilbertdoe601]

Never have, never will. Not a fan of Hollywood movies.

[@jonograhamreacts]

yeah I have, cried like a baby, haha. I have seen pretty much most war movies, full metal jacket is one of my favorites

[@michaelb.3982]

@Dilbert Doe me either,but this one is an exception..You must watch it asap..I promise you,you will never forget it..everybody should watch it at least one time..the people that were there said it was as close to being there as possible...PLEASE watch it asap..at least watch the first half hour..I dare you to watch it..

[@dilbertdoe601]

@@michaelb.3982 I never watch it. Never!

[@michaelb.3982]

@Dilbert Doe way to have a open mind..how would you know ? You haven't seen it ..

[@jakehart60]

Yeah no one protests the military, please do your research before speaking on things. We’ve protested wars and get annoyed with the government sending $400-600 billion dollars to the military when the soldiers don’t really see any of it. Also what you said was propaganda used by one side to discredit a whole movement. But I believe it was said out of ignorance not hate just be careful who you get your American news from especially if you’re going to share it online as fact. I think the protest you’re referring to is for racial inequality, social injustice, and police brutality but of course the people you get your news from can’t make opinions opposing any of that without looking like the bad guys so THEY gave the protest their own meaning which they settled on disrespecting the military because that’s something they can use to oppose the movement

[@donaldkersey9416]

Get the book Alone at Dawn, the complete story then Robert's Ridge read those to books you'll be amazed what a true American Hero.