Staff Sgt. Giunta's Medal of Honor

The first living soldier to win the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War tells Lara Logan in an emotional interview just what he did to earn the nation's highest combat honor and how the recognition makes him uncomfortable.

[@myjeanification]

" I'm mediocre, think of how good the great soldiers are" WOW just WOW

[@jongat9450]

Right?!

[@garryowen8673]

The best of us don't come home

[@carlosmonge7679]

It made me cry

[@guyisku58]

Shook me as soon as I heard it and immediately found it first on this thread.

[@caddyj1]

Tears just roll

[@walkinwithjesus]

“The last thing Brennan ever saw was us!” Imagine how Brennan’s family feels about that vs. where he could’ve ended up and with whom.

[@Ndeasington]

"Think how good the great soldiers are" What a legendary and humble man. Total and utter respect

[@edward2084]

I've never seen an interview with a combat soldier be conducted with such grace, compassion, humility and understanding as I just watched Lara Logan do. The questions were spot on and to the point and more importantly she didn't rush the answers or interrupt. Kudos to the Australian 60 minutes team and Lara Logan for such a heart felt, heart rendering job and God bless our fighting men and women who sacrifice so much for their country and get so little in return.🇺🇸

[@ahjaanhugh]

David Letterman did an outstanding job when he interviewed Kyle Carpenter.

[@m.h.6499]

@@ahjaanhughThat was an excellent interview, too. These men are outstanding warriors and so articulate, modest, and down to earth, too.

[@matarilelirelon4235]

My salute to you SGT Giunta and SGT Gallardo. God bless both of you.

[@1982fruitcake]

The last 20 seconds are powerful....

[@dLw920]

@Ricky Fontaine shut up

[@soulkitchen1979]

Especially the Pfizer add, go get the jab.

[@GJones462-2W1]

Sal, you make me proud to call myself a veteran. The humility of this MAN. I am overwhelmed.

[@emm28bee]

Yes, his humility is what strike you most about him, Ty Carter too.

[@nickmarcotte4061]

Thank you for your service🇺🇸

[@aironiversen9214]

He is truly a hero, but he sees things the way he does bc this is how a soldier thinks. This is how we were trained to think. The whole point of the "Army of ONE" slogan. Ty for ur service sir!! I pray that 1 day u can wear that award proudly if for no other reason than for those u cared for who didn't make it home.

[@daviduhr4941]

I had the honor of serving with a 19 year old PFC Sal Giunta in Qalat, AF on FOB Lagman. I was the PSYOP attachment to his unit. The 173rd ABN was one of the most professional and hard charging infantry units I supported and they were consistently assigned the most difficult missions in our AO. I am not the least bit surprised that this man stepped up and earned this medal when his number was called. I am honored to share a combat patch with this man. Here's to the better days at FOB Apocalypse, Sal. I cannot imagine the bravery you had to show that day. My hat's off to you, SSG Giunta.

[@heenalu03]

You can celebrate heroism but the person who you are celebrating is crying inside because all they can think about is what was lost. A brother. I hope that he is able to find peace and live a happy life. He is a hero to the family of the fallen.

[@UJE491]

From Sweden, I am proud of you!

[@aliiogimioo8115]

@ManuelB1b3r No we are muslim, welcomed to the best and most civilized, advanced country in the world. Be humble and praise the Swedish people. They are indeed ideological, technical and intelectual the most superior people in the world.

[@DwayneLSmith1980]

I was a soldier. It is never about us. Giunta is the epitome of a Medal of Honor recipient. He didn't want the medal. He would have much rather had his friends alive and well. In the end, for us soldiers, it about the person standing next to us. We develop a bond that goes beyond words. Beyond friendship. I wish i could put into words what I am trying to express here. Military and former military will understand. It isn't about us. It is about those standing next to us.

[@samdilworth1989]

That Solider is a hero. Complete and Total Hero. He saved his brothers and saved Brennan. To run into enemy territory to save a fellow solider is the detention of brave. Brennan passed away knowing he was in safe hands.

[@hernanperez6550]

"Your Bullet proof vest?" "I don't know if is bullet proof"

[@USAIRFORCE621]

SSG Giunta I cannot emphasize enough just how lucky we are in this country to have such courageous, brave, honorable and outstanding warriors and true patriots and heroes who've served our country and made us so very proud! Sir, you're a great example of what a hero is and your country stands by your side now and for all time, to those brave and courageous Americans who passed that day, know that they will always be remembered and never ever forgotten!

[@Trumpisdumb]

Strange, that's exactly what every other country says.

[@blukins]

Sgt. Giunta, all of us on the home front must strive to make ourselves worthy of the sacrifices made by you and your comrades. I am sorry for the loss of your friends and fellow soldiers. Thank you so much and God bless you, young man. God bless all of you.

[@SheepdogColumbus]

The humbleness in this man puts a fuckn lump in my throat. THAT’s what male you a great soldier, Giunta. God bless you.

[@christinepeniaranda8484]

My son , Carlos "Panda" Peniaranda U. S. Army, got bombed in his truck over in Iraq. He helped his buddy out of the wreck and saved his life. Now, he walks around with a bullet sticking out of his leg. Thank GOD he made it home.

[@adenzien]

Greatest quote ever. "Think how good the great soldiers are." Humble, greatness personified.

[@imsgoalie1]

"Think how good the great soldiers are." Kind of makes you wan't to be a better whatever-you-are, doesn't it?

[@mzliz1249]

This just broke my heart.💔😢 My Son is a combat veteran.

[@mzliz1249]

Horacio Cordova Thank you so much.💙

[@nikkimendoza2720]

Thank you to your son and you 🙏

[@2ndarmoredhellonwheels106]

As am I maam. I hope your son is doing well and recovering. God bless him.

[@evearcana2392]

Your son and family are the heros of our country and we all deeply thank you for your service 🇺🇸

[@mzliz1249]

@@evearcana2392 Thank you so much. ❤️

[@robcarr23]

Wow...some guy...what a hero...puts the rest of us to shame...loved when he said " I'm just an average soldier"...if he's average what are the rest like!

[@nataliakruschev5078]

That's all they are. Americans. They do those things for each other. It's brotherhood. It's not heroism. It's not nationalism. It's just... you and the guy next to you.

[@Last_Harley_Rider]

Hooyah!

[@hikmatullahhussainee1615]

I'm mediocre. Wow just Wow.

[@stevensassano1357]

It may be a burden but for 3 minutes of your life you showed other men and woman what a soldier can do for his fellow soldier. For 3 minutes you were a great soldier. Thank You and God Bless.

[@FreedomInc]

This is what a true soldier is like. This is what a true solider would say. The honor cannot be described in words contained within this man.

[@anthonypetersenecal5546]

You are a hero, sir !!!! I salute you !!!! My eyes were filled with tears throughout this whole interview, S Sgt Giunta !!!!

[@ColKurtzknew]

"Think how good the great soldiers are ?" Whew.. 😥

[@natehawesvideo]

What an awesome person, very humble.

[@z11542]

60 minutes later Katelyn Jenner was interviewed for being a strong woman.

[@jcar9089]

Hahahaha.

[@lewisChawang]

ROFL

[@CarlosPerez-em3wu]

She's a man

[@petermaclauren2788]

Not all pain is physical

[@canadiangoon6860]

Bruce* Jenner

[@michaeldonlon3254]

God Bless this brave, brave man and all those who fight for our freedom. I feel so humbled and privileged to have watched this piece of history. I feel it has educated me on how to be a better man, on decency and courage. May Staff Sgt. Giunta live a long happy life of piece.

[@laotze8877]

"peace"

[@nickmarcotte4061]

Absolutely beautiful words I feel the same way

[@user-ms7lv6rd5d]

@@laotze8877 Might want to spell check your own name before you spell check Michael bud. You know what he meant.

[@gregoryfuzi4745]

Not just from a president of the United States but from a great full nation. Thank you for your service.

[@andrewwabik5125]

He thinks he's mediocre because he believes anyone else in his platoon would have done the same in his situation. And I can see why he isn't comfortable with being called a hero. The guy he saved ended up dead. But make no bones about it, what he did was incredible.

[@Onix.556]

Thank you guys! Truly thanks for all you've sacrificed and done.

[@Wightzebra]

Every veteran and active military soldier is a hero. Thank you all.

[@Donbarbz]

This guy has a set of steel kahunas and is a hero of the highest degree. Respect, salute and thank you for your service Sgt. Guipta.

[@edwardomenendez511]

Just incredible.....You sir are every soldiers admiration of bravery on the battle field. Lord be with you.

[@luv2fly352]

One does not "win" the MOH; One is a "recipient of the MOH".

[@gregscott2563]

Why does the news media always f**k this up?

[@docbearmb]

Greg Scott Because the word “Honor” is the name of the medal. The media in general doesn’t know the meaning of the word.

[@johnlarkin5814]

May God bless this young man and give him peace.

[@gpear123]

wow. just perfect. such an admirable, courageous, and humble young man

[@BadBlue32]

God Bless those that fought that battle, and especially those who perished on that field. You are all heroes in my eyes for the courage you showed every day of that deployment. Thank you for your service and bravery in the face of evil.

[@JamesHinds-tb4zm]

Thank you Staff Sergeant Giunta. We veteran's are honored by your exceptional representation. I can't begin to imagine how hard that is. I heard David Bellavia speaking of you fondly yesterday during an interview. I guess it is complicated - civilians might not understand at all and veterans might expect too much? John Basilone went through way too much. My brother worked with Ryan Pitts and he is also a humble dude just looking to get along for his family. Humbled to be close in this regard. Many blessings sir.

[@shielasmall7872]

Thank you for bringing SGT Brennen home ❤️

[@nickmaihofer1084]

Amazing! So thankful for the men that gave their lives and for men like these that risked everything for their brothers and America.

[@martincarroll7647]

Its guy's like him who puts faith back in humanity. I wish him all the best for the future.🇺🇸

[@tbrown737]

🙏 truly amazing human being ... what he said @ the end was hands down the most powerful thing I’ve ever heard..

[@W.A.T.P...55]

From what i have read and seen the korengal was the most brutal and dangerous place in Afghanistan....to everybody who was stationed there,,God bless you and thank you for your service..respect from Britain 🇬🇧

[@yt_wv_hollow8986]

Del thank you

[@jonegan8516]

Ran through a fighting position killed enemy and rescued a fellow soldier your a hero and a badass

[@Arbiter710]

Thank you SGT being a American I’m so blessed to have you on my side

[@sandraturner1457]

.my husband is staff sergeant then he out on mission in Syria then a d he been out there in Afghanistan 12month s iam so proud of my husband what he do then he sacrifice his life for his country

[@ericschultz4004]

spoken like a true hero

[@firefighter343]

Think how good the great soldiers are? He hast to be the most humble soldier I’ve ever laid eyes on. A true hero whether he wants that title or not.

[@dreama8996]

You Are Gold w Angel's Wings. You carry the pride of a nation & the Honor of Our Men who have had their lives taken from us. There was a reason you were there that day. The Heart of Hero, You are Gold to me & every single person whom loves this country. You Be Proud Like Fallen would want you to be. God Bless you & All of Our Good Men for which we need so badly here at home as husbands & fathers & game changers. Thank you for Sacrifice. Thank you for your Bravery & Service.

[@RaGeKiLLzMC]

Respect❗️ Neva leave a man behind 💪🏽

[@stevegagnon2687]

I Salute you! And you're men You all are Hero's and GODSPEED to all who fought and sacrificed their for there country. And you sir, are the metal of honor 🎖

[@arnettthayer5314]

This poor guy, the world needs more people like him..

[@karenhermon8926]

This is true heroes. Thank you so much for protecting our country and saving lives. I want you to know we do care

[@globalautobahn1132]

Staff Sgt. Giunta, you are are beyond a hero, an epic human being! I cannot thank you for enough for you service and sacrifice. Also no disrespect but that reporter wants to jump your bones seriously Brother. If I was your partner I’d be understanding of this situation. Hope she gave you green light bro. You damn well earned it.! 👍👍👍👍

[@illtakeuaway18]

this soldier really gets it. thats why he is an American Hero though he may not see it. Hooah !

[@raulsalinasjr6504]

No sir , YOU are not Mediocre ….You are what these words would describe you as..You sir, are a Man among men ..You sir , in short are a Hero .

[@Puppy_Puppington]

The last words he said blew my mind

[@myinfinitestate1586]

What a humble man. You’re definitely “special” and “deserving” as an MOH Recipient!

[@EBeckels]

This is an unbelievable story! Congratulations!

[@MrGrus11]

There's not one medal of honor owner out there that thinks they deserved it, that's pretty special

[@kross777rlsh9]

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[@baxterdavis3671]

"Think how good the great soldiers are." WOW! What a statement!!!! Wisdom from a reluctant

[@timkies3997]

Staff Sgt. Giunta wears that medal not just for himself, but for all of us, too. It reminds us of the sacrifice that all of our military men and women make, not only in battle, but every day, just by serving. And of course, he is a hero, whether or not he wants to admit it.

[@GUNSnARMYRN]

“Think about what the good soldiers have done.” True American 🇺🇸 hero. Some gave all. All gave some. Rest and live Staff. You have earned it.

[@Kiwigrunt]

i am so humbled.....

[@idontknow_7623]

Sgt.Giunta is a real hero. So badass

[@ecrichtmyer]

What a guy. When some reacts like that off of instinct, it really shows how morally strong he is.

[@felixcat9318]

What a truly decent and honourable man. Dignified, modest, and really hating the significance that his bosses have singled him out for. Although he couldn't save his friend's life medically, he saved him in just enough time for the man to know that he was back with his brother soldiers who loved him. The family got their son and brother back home too, albeit too late, but home nonetheless. The greatest insult was that the military later surrended the entire valley!

[@lessisbest3286]

don't be upset we have to thank you. WE know you did not do it for the thanks. BUT we owe it to them and they can no longer hear us. You can. BUT you were brave and braver than most because love is bravest of all. You call them brothers.

[@KOBSAKICEMAN]

Humble and greatly said

[@DAVIDFERNANDEZ-jx4fb]

it is hard for me no matter what people say , that I never was in a firefight or anything like it while in the army. the guilt of not be like them

[@HeiMarLy]

Believe it or not I think I know what you mean and how you feel to someone degree. I have always felt guilty and almost depressed? That I didn’t go through what my husband went through. I wanted to be able to be a comfort to him but I always felt like he couldn’t look at me and feel close to me because I wasn’t physically there with him going through it and fighting along side him. I envied the comradery he had with the other marines he was deployed with. I know it’s not the same thing that you’re talking about but I do believe I know where you’re coming from.

[@DAVIDFERNANDEZ-jx4fb]

@@HeiMarLy for what you are saying, at least you were a good wife and that is difficult to find among service member since some wifes go around cheating while their husbands are deployed. it seems to me that you are a good wife to fight along him on this other war called life.

[@HeiMarLy]

DAVID FERNANDEZ Thank you. I think I was a pretty good wife given the circumstances. My husband was frequently paranoid about me sleeping w other marines while he was either while he was at work or deployed. He had nothing to base it on for me personally. I gave him no reason not to trust me. I don’t even flirt. I’m really not good at it! Lol Reassuring him I was faithful did next to nothing for putting him at ease. He believed what he believed and that was it. I didn’t even know anyone where we were stationed aside from my one girl friend who was the wife of my husband’s friend/fellow marine. Plus I was at home all day with our two kids both under 2 yrs old. Apparently that really is that common of an occurrence with the wives. Which is really sad...Worrying and upsetting him was the very last thing I wanted to do for him while he was deployed. That’s something military men and women should not have to worry about on top of everything else.

[@DAVIDFERNANDEZ-jx4fb]

@@HeiMarLy it sounds like you are not together. what happen. and yes been worried about the wife running around while deployed is so hard. it makes life miserable but some wonen are just bad,that is the reality of life. I m not against women but some are just pure evil. I hope you are still with him.

[@HeiMarLy]

DAVID FERNANDEZ there’s of course “evil” people in both men and women. We’re not together. We’ve been separated since October 2009 and yet we’re still legally married. We couldn’t get along. It was toxic. He had a really severe drinking problem that I believe made it all much harder than it could’ve been. He became abusive in every way you can be abusive while he was drinking. He’s three years sober now but the damage in our relationship is already done. Just remember, there’s also a lot of good loyal caring females out there as well :).

[@dagrk]

Giunta..your a beast. We are lucky to have troops like you Sir

[@W.A.T.P...55]

What an amazing and totally humble guy

[@johnpersaud5001]

It’s emotional to see how much they put their lives on the line to protect others

[@George-lp5qb]

Lara Logan .....you are one of my hero's also.

[@jgunther3398]

The reporter here is Lara Logan, who's as courageous as anybody.

[@johnbryan1149]

Wasn't she sexually assaulted in Egypt?

[@6.4hemidriver44]

Yes, I believe it was in Egypt.

[@BryanCamposH]

Every soldier says the same thing, anyone could've done it, he was just there at the right time. I like that

[@stevenbell482]

I have never been to War and I salute to all that have been. What Giunta says is so right: I was in the position to do what must be done at that moment! Humble Man. Still, I want to say: war happens because the one in charge of the country, is lost for words. Sometimes striking back isn't the best solution. What it brings is just more pain and death. Rest in Heaven all fallen soldiers.

[@v4vendetta481]

To my military brothers and sisters: Thank you.

[@edwardsmith9801]

What an incredible soldier & human being.

[@JuniorUnruly]

6:49 just that word alone. Respect to all you soldiers man. Huge respect

[@chilledandcool3918]

I salute these men for their actions! As a fellow ex soldier✊🏾!

[@dyantebrown7509]

6:12 you could tell hes having flashbacks and remembering everything that happened.....so sad man.

[@tmc6228]

I know he doesn't believe nor want this, but he is a hero. And I thank you sir for my freedom!

[@StinkyTeal]

Much respect. God bless him.

[@FRIENDHORATIO1]

Much respect

[@gordonmusic1631]

I only hav a busted eardrum you sir hav a wounded soul everyone looks to you for wat courage is

[@mikedamskey7062]

Nothing but respect. I wish you all the best with your demons brother we all have some. Just remember you are a soldier.

[@shoaibkhan1392]

Such a great guyhe is . love from india my friend ✌️

[@MrPickledede]

Thank you sir!!!! If you are average the rest of us are hopeless!!!

[@forensix78]

In 2017, Staff Sergeant Giunta gave his Medal of Honor to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, stationed in Italy. It sounds like he was still searching for peace, even years after this film.

[@sk8punk318]

What a honor and curse at the same time. I know it must haunt these guys and it saddens me to think it does but knowing without them it’s quite possible more people could have died.

[@georgittesingbiel219]

Happy Valentine's Day Sgt. Guinta❤️❤️❤️

[@SimplyLimbo]

She is gorgeous

[@billroasts6701]

Lol. I was thinking the same thing. Beautiful face and accent.

[@glenndavis1665]

Great legs too

[@nj81499]

That last statement hit like a bomb… I love this guy!

[@johnmessersmith8488]

I love this man he gave everything for

[@sniper13143]

Respect for you from South Africa.

[@noeldonovan3363]

Hero, is such a hard cross to bare!! This young man is definitely this!!

[@usmcjawbreaker97]

I’m just a kid from Hiawatha, the suburb of Cedar Rapids that Giunta grew up in. We went to the same high school. I was a Cub Scout that marched in his Medal of Honor parade. Undoubtedly influenced me into enlisting. Lost some friends. I can’t even imagine what he’s going through on days like today. Wherever he is, whatever he’s doing, I hope he’s doing alright.