Survivors of Vietnam’s deadly battles on the life-changing toll of war

[@josephhermann648]

This fucking breaks my hart!!! Me and my mom went through a lot with my dad because of that place!!! But i always told him how proud i was of him doing it!!! I can definitely say to All of these guys thank you!!!!!

[@TheGeonam]

I lost both my legs there in 1968. I had some trouble adjusting with both a new lifestyle and Vietnam. Some how a met a nurse who took me even though I smoked weed drank and took pills to try and find that high that would make it ok. I think it lasted about 13 years before I slowly found some sense in life. God has been with me all along even when I thought he wasn’t. My wife and I have 50 yrs together this Nov. A son former Naval officer and today a top notch ER doctor and a daughter high school teacher. I’m 80 yrs old and Vietnam is still with me everyday. Most young folks today hardly ever heart of Vietnam.

[@paleo704]

Wow ! Inspiring

[@mrjohn71398]

Thank you for your service, you are a true hero and deserve to be honored. I’m sorry for the way a lot of Vietnam veterans were treated after the war, you all deserve so much better. You are appreciated. Because of you vets, we are able to enjoy our everyday freedoms that we take for granted.

[@vf12497439]

Thank you for your service. I wish I had some amazing thing I could say to you that would make you feel better or at least smile. I’m not a literary genius. So just know that there’s many of us who never served in the military that do appreciate you and those who are no longer with us.

[@IronSikh44]

Great story brother❤

[@ottoso7044]

@@TheGeonam wow welcome home & thank you so much for your service sir! I’m glad you made it home. Seems you ended up doing great seeing how well your kids did in life 🙏🏻 I just had a baby in Feb & I just want to give them everything they need to succeed in this world! My grandpa was drafted at 18 in 68/69 with the 173rd, glad he made it home 🇺🇸

[@davidquinn6702]

Their eyes tell the story that most of us will never comphrehend. Viewing this was humbling.

[@audreym3777]

Perfectly said .

[@randomhouse708]

Wars are never over for those who fought them.

[@rondodson5736]

I was one of the lucky ones and managed to readjust after i came back. Took me six years to adjust but i made it. I also feel sorry for all the Vietnamese that suffered from both sides. I just finished writing my autobiography and now am starting my next project. I plan to interview soldiers from both sides of the Vietnam war, i mean the Vietnamese soldiers. I have not seen anyone write telling their side of the story. I believe they suffered the most. I never hated my enemy. We were all doing our job as soldiers so i never considered it personally against me. There is much healing that still needs to be done, for both sides.

[@Sinister12C]

Well maybe if they never went in the first place 🤷‍♂️ bit of a no brainer really ! Before ya get on the old we or they had no choice band wagon yeah ya did have a choice or was the country really free that you’ll so patrioticly defend in the response 😂 get a grip they all invaded someone else’s home bottom line ! live with it the Vietnamese do unfortunately !

[@speedracer2336]

I left there over 55 years ago, I still think about it every day, especially the smell!

[@armyvet8279]

Thank you for your service!

[@speedracer2336]

@@armyvet8279 back at you fellow vet!

[@armyvet8279]

@@speedracer2336 thank you

[@motoprofessor3546]

Welcome hone brother.

[@mrjohn71398]

Thank you for your service

[@msgtjim4692]

I served 20+ years in the Air Force, five years in the Vietnam era. Thankfully I wasn't sent there. My older brother by 7 years, a Marine, unfortunately received 3 Purple Hearts for his service. He died at 43 as a result of his time in 'Nam, he was home, but he really never came home. RIP brother I still miss you to this day.

[@edreidy8007]

Ho

[@tatepearce7898]

❤❤

[@philipmccarthy4975]

Lord you have taken our Marine to his mansion in heaven. Bring radiance to his brother still here on earth. Bring him knowledge that one day Christ will dry his tears and reunite him with his loved ones in Paradise where there will be no more conflict, no more suffering and no more war. We ask this through Jesus Christ the Lord.

[@glenndavis2096]

​@@philipmccarthy4975 AMEN 🙏

[@JustAsking2No]

The politics of that war are for another time,but all these men (and women) answered their Nations call and did their duty.They deserve our respect...forever.

[@greggsnyder8586]

Yes sir that is a correct statement.

[@apuuvah]

Amen.

[@lifeinlimbo2186]

To any war veteran whom I have had the privilege of listening to open up to any degree and express their feelings, please,please,never apologize for showing tears. It is an honor and privilege for those of us to hear your personal stories you share with us and to see your emotions. I personally hold it sacred and extremely special. Thank you

[@tomcat58rtc]

My brother did 3 tours never was right again. 173th airborne He was medic he talked about hill 875 lost 300 guys in that battle. God bless he and all✌🏻

[@ottoso7044]

@@CraigerAce wow I’d love to be that guys friend

[@Indy44636]

😢 tell him he was brave and did what he could .he mat be considered broken but he has every right too.

[@davidfrehlini5430]

USMC 64--68. Vietnam 65--66. Like our Drill Instructors at Parris Island. You never forget them. And as for Vietnam. Well, no matter how hard we try, we will never forget. And to all my Fellow Veterans. God Bless you all. Proud to have been a Marine, and always proud to have served.

[@rickhayhoe]

@@richardnixon4345 What's it like living under a bridge, troll?

[@mrjohn71398]

Thank you for your service

[@ernestomontemayor5855]

First and Foremost. Semper Fi Marine. Ooooooooooorah. Many went to Nam. Many never came home. It's an honor and a privilege to listen to all these testimonies. No one will ever know the sacrifice this warriors went through to include what they had to give up for our freedom. My utmost respect for all those who fought in Nam. Thank you for Honor, courage and commitment. A special salute from GySgt Montemayor USMC Retired 77-97 Santa Rosa, Texas ( Eagle, Globe, and Anchor )

[@Chase-Scs]

@davidfrehlini5430 Hi David, I'd love to interview you & write your story if you're willing. I'm not a publisher but I'd write and print for you to keep your stories in your family. I'd do it for free.

[@markzirpolo9934]

My dad to usmc 64 to 68 thanks for service

[@nicknam8478]

Vietnam vet here, l was lucky to see close up what LLRPs went through because of where l was when l transferred to the 4th Div. in ‘67. These guys were unbelievably brave.

[@thechrisandphaedrusshow]

Welcome home! My father was a medic with the 82nd 67-69

[@ottoso7044]

My grandpa was drafted at 18 in 68/69 with 173rd …. Glad he made it home 🇺🇸 Vietnam vets are the greatest & got treated the worst when they just answered the call

[@tomcat58rtc]

My brother also 173 th airborne. Doc Spanky.

[@ottoso7044]

@@tomcat58rtc I hope your brother is doing well. Thank you & him for his service, I’m proud asf to have family in paratroopers. That’s badass.

[@KillrMillr7]

Yes, they were treated horribly by a govt who didn’t want to take care of them afterwards. So they concocted the hate and discontent thru the media and gullible people. Same thing is happening today.

[@IronSikh44]

Well said. Take lots of pics and video of your Gramps. Memorize anything he shares to ensure your future generations know where they come from.

[@ottoso7044]

@@IronSikh44 unfortunately he’s retired in the Philippines with his wife . But I video chat him every chance I get! I just had a baby in February so I made him a great grand father! I can’t wait to tell my son about him & how we are related to a paratrooper ‼️🇺🇸

[@Mad_Hazardous]

I truly hope these Men find the peace that has eluded them over these many years, before they leave this earth.

[@theceska8345]

There is no peace til we do leave.

[@bartjoy5179]

These people deserve more respect

[@Sinister12C]

Yep the Vietnamese absolutely do !

[@davebryant8050]

When they needed respect was when they returned. Unfortunately the distrust in the govt. by the young people of the time was misplaced on these men that did nothing but answer the call of Lady Liberty. The option was to either go to Canada or get a fake doctor to diagnose you with bonespurs and that option was reserved for rich white brats.

[@TheEricBoughner]

Welcome home Vietnam Veterans. Thank you for your service 🙏

[@thepianocornertpc]

Service to what exactly? You hypocrites!!

[@jeffjones6221]

I want to express my thanks and respect for every Vietnam veteran. I know many personally. Some have shared stories with me, some not. I respect each and every one of you.

[@RedHorseCebu]

Gentlemen you will never ever be forgotten. My wife and I have a 5-month-old son. When he is older he will understand and respect the sacrifice from all of you who served.

[@joebennett7531]

God Bless Our Vietnam Veterans!!!! They didn’t get the welcome home they deserved!!!! Or the help they needed!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@thepianocornertpc]

Of course, they didn't receive a welcome. Why should they? Slaughtering innocent people who have never done any harm to the US, 6000 Miles away. Screw your government and warmongering military.

[@anthonytascione3684]

6/67-6/68, medic 25th Inf. Div. I guess I will never reconcile the uselessness of it all and the futility of war. So many who never came home and certainly those that did were never the same. May they never be forgotten.

[@raymondking1793]

Thank you for your service you are all Heroes to Me AND Never do you ever need to apologize. I Love You All 😊

[@phyllispitts6656]

Thank-you for serving!

[@shawntailor5485]

Thank you gentlemen with the deepest sincerity!

[@n2daair23]

My family STILL doesn’t understand what myself, and my fellow warriors have been through for freedom. Taken for granted every single day and it will never change. I’ve simply learned to live with it the best I can.

[@haveaday1812]

This country hasnt fought a war for freedom since 1945. Get over yourself.

[@Chase-Scs]

@@haveaday1812 What the hell type of sorry gremlin are you?

[@Chase-Scs]

Any interest in being interviewed and having a book printed about your stories for your family? I'd do it all for free.

[@SIRLEE]

Is that what you tell yourself everyday? That you were fighting for freedom!!!! Whose freedom were you fighting for 1,000s of miles from your homeland?

[@txfa2u1]

Thank you gentlemen! May the good Lord bless all of you.

[@Sakura8558]

Thank you for your service. I am Vietnamese and I was there till 1972. Life was very difficult for us and for all your HEROES. We thanks you all with all our hearts and souls🙏❤️

[@walterbelcourt7504]

Thank you veterans for this.4 of us boys in Canada had drunk bully father's from WWll They told us everyday as Navy Cadets we were made to die in Vietnam in 73/74. Can't tell you hurt of not going, when All that went died in their 20's. We never left BC we have no one to talk to - survivors guilt is real ...for everyone for life💥 Again, thank you for this show

[@kennethsloboda2170]

MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU GUYS AND THANK YOU FOR GIVING SO MUCH, GOD BLESS AND BE WITH YOU’S ALWAYS 🙏✝️🙏🇺🇸

[@70chevelless]

I love and appreciate all of you guys from the bottom of my heart❤

[@Wheelgauge-bt7ox]

THANK YOU and WELCOME HOME from the son’s and daughters of the Vietnam war❤

[@amyshearer1610]

Thank you for your service. My father did 2 tours, 67-68 + 71-72. I understand him so much better now, bless you gentlemen.

[@DensityMatrix1]

My Dad was a LRRP. 1/327 101st airborne. RIP. He never left Vietnam as well. Spent the rest of his life chasing the dragon.

[@infitada]

Your father/dad is a bad ass mofo

[@southwestoklahomaairsoftcl9889]

My buddies and I use the term chasing the dragon to describe "combat addiction". It's a condition where you become addicted to the chemicals that are produced in your brain during combat.

[@DensityMatrix1]

@@southwestoklahomaairsoftcl9889 Yep. If Valhalla is real he is there now with his CAR-15 in a firefight. He had an airborne tattoo, jump wings with words “death from above” . Thought that was so cool as a kid, still do.

[@Indy44636]

😢 🫡

[@sandyhanson6082]

Thank you. My father fought in the Battle Of The Bulge.

[@tomcooper6108]

Who said, "When I left, I saw my old self waving goodbye, and I knew I'd never be the same again."

[@benjibanks7894]

The way Vietnam vets were treated when they made it out is absolutely despicable.

[@GodisPerfect668]

ABSOLUTELY! MADE ME SO FREAKING MAD!!!! THANK U SOLDIERS!!!

[@Sinister12C]

Yep absolutely despicable coz they shouldn’t been treated the way they treated the Vietnamese people they invaded ! Pleasing all these surviving vets are not far off meeting there maker where they’ll see true pain they’ve never experienced !

[@Sinister12C]

@@GodisPerfect668wonder how mad the Vietnamese are today ?

[@kennyowens2189]

Thank you for serving our country an thank you for coming home

[@clydecantrell9975]

Videos like this have given me so much more Respect(not that it wasn't there already) for these Heroes trying to understand how a year in Vietnam, sometimes more, impacted the rest of their lives. I lost my oldest Brother in that war. Steve apologized at the end of the video, Sir you have nothing to apologize for you have earned your emotions. God Bless all men and women that did return.

[@kellypolfleit3942]

I’m not a clinical psychologist but I am willing to guess that trauma is a lifetime thing. War veterans are probably more traumatized than most. Thoughts and prayers for all veterans. May God bless

[@markdebity2032]

Men like this is one of the reasons why I join the military and retired after 24years. I’ve always studied Vietnam war and the hell these guys went through not only in Vietnam but back home as well. Every time I meet Vietnam veterans, I always show him respectby just a handshake and telling him I have the upmost respect for him. It’s just a nation of mine to say that to every Vietnam veteran.

[@NightCop1985]

I relate to vets more than any other group even though I’ve never served. Hearing them talk is soothing because I feel like someone is speaking my language for once. Trauma does a number on you.

[@waydeepinside]

I am an self accomplished man aged 65. I have worked with several WW2 vets, a Few Korean War vets, and Vietnam vets as well. I feel very blessed to have had these men as personal friends. Had a Cousin that was a Green Beret in Vietnam. Rest in peace “young Young” This video brought me to tears … We can never thank these men enough or adequately!

[@emmetband4931]

Welcome home brothers.

[@Tony-sj6on]

I was with the 9 infantry division in 1968 and my PTSD is the worse case because i can still hear heavy combat some nights before bed and I can recognize the screaming voices and it feels like something is following me and standing behind me when i turn around it's nothing there but i can sense it there but can't see it and its something from those jungles i was fighting in

[@markjfox866]

Heros 🙏🏼👏🏻🙏🏼👏🏻🙏🏼👏🏻🎖🎖🎖 Some still fighting the war

[@rondodson5736]

You are right, someone who wasn't there could never understand what we went thru. However i have went back twice since the war. Had many people tell me i needed to go back for the closure it would give me. I scoffed at it for years but when i did go back it gave me closure i could never have imagined. The people of Vietnam had no hard feelings and that alone amazed me. I had never had hard feelings towards them but never expected it in return. For the bad acts committed in war for either side is unforgivable.I now looking forward to trips back to Vietnam.

[@frankherrera1217]

My RIGHT HAND SALUTE to all of you all. Thak you for Your service. Veterans of Veteran 1967-1968.

[@johnlarsen3425]

Thank you for being you guys. Their are people here that love you for being you. Love from America

[@pitbull60]

Vietnam soldiers were heroes in my neighborhood .

[@cl595mp2]

Still are!

[@lawrencedobesh776]

In my mind the term hero is reserved for the people on the wall. The rest of us just did our jobs! To try to explain it all is near impossible! What is most insulting is those who don’t even want to know even though they asked the questions first.lts like your being baited!

[@billcowan6070]

There is a saying "you may have left Vietnam but Vietnam doesn't leave you" n it's so F'n true I live it every day just like all my Vietnam brothers. Welcome Home Brothers

[@rogerhilberg9404]

when I hear the WHOP WHOP WHOP of a chopper it takes me back to Vietnam. that was 55 years ago. for those brief seconds I am back there.

[@badwizard1312]

Hey, I’ve been a life long shotgunner. Years ago they developed these ear muffs that amplified voice but electronically cut off gun shot. The first time I tried them, turned them up and just then a life flight chopper went over pretty low. I threw the muffs in the air, ran and dove under a picnic table screaming. Friends were shocked. I was yelling nobody that was in Asia should be wearing those f€£¥^[]{ things.

[@owenjinxy]

Thanks guys for being you. For being normal. The levels of violence and mental stress of war..is too much for normal people to bear. Finding peace best way you can. 🤗....thanks for your service 🌹

[@ejsocci2630]

Welcome home and thank you all so much for your service,👊🏻🇺🇸

[@SF-ww9xe]

thank all you guys on this video. you are my heroes. not only for what you did serving but for your tenacity of coming back. you are great men and the foundation of today

[@dbsnyder4503]

This is a great series. About the best of the best in Vietnam.

[@GaryLand-f8w]

These boys/men are 100% American heroes for giving soo much to keep us free.

[@sadocx]

keep you free?😂 i agree they are brave for the things they did and experienced , but it was not done to keep you free , it was supposed to be a quick war just to show the USSR that America is "a lethal military force" but yeah it did not go that way . WW1 and WW2 were the only wars where America had to fight to keep you free and safe , every other war you guys were in had alternative motives and propaganda influenced a lot of you to think it was to keep you free . America could have never sent anyone to Vietnam and it would have had the same result or well sort of , if they didn't send anyone your economy would be much better due to the billions spent , but i do agree they were brave and strong for the things they did

[@topgeardel]

@@sadocx I agree with your comment. But I will go a step further. If they were "heroes" they were ignorant "heroes". It wasn't rocket science to figure out Vietnam was BAD in so many ways. That is why I resisted the Draft.

[@topgeardel]

I'm a proud Vietnam/Draft resistor. 2 things. There was nothing brave about what they did. They all should have stood up for themselves and avoid their dysfunctional Government sending them to a war they had no right or legitimate reason to be. If they agreed with going to Vietnam they were ignorant. If they went against their own conscience they were both ignorant and cowards. The second thing. They did NOT do a damn thing to keep you,, me and themselves free as Americans....win or lose. You are a Kool Aid drinker....and that's why this country keeps getting into other "Vietnams" since then. There is NO way you can connect the "dots" of fighting in Vietnam with American freedom, security and way of life. It's called propaganda.

[@travisbakeriii3053]

​@@sadocxexacting right and what I believe also. The last just wars if you will were WWI and WWII.

[@jackhunsucker3220]

​​@@topgeardel the men in this video and the hundred thousands of the young Americans like them went because their country called and they answered the call, my father and uncles included. Whether it was right or wrong they went. You say you resisted the draft in my eyes and everybody else that's just cowardly.

[@slabslayer258]

Respect for all past , present , and future veterans . That you all for your service and duty. My best friend is an Iraq/Afghanistan military veteran . I check on him all time . And make sure his is good . He was an army sniper received Purple Heart and was in humvee in 2 different instances that were blown up . And has shrapnel in his legs . Thank you all for your determination and dedication.

[@dominichamel4685]

I can never feel the things that you brave people have experienced and are living with every day. All I can say is thank you

[@leemiller-ep3qj]

Thank you for your service.

[@johnmoyer2255]

Thank you for your service, .!! My dad was there . I'm glad you made this video, THANK YOU !! Welcome home !

[@MarkVincent-h7q]

God bless these men. I have the privilege to talk with vets like these on a regular basis. The statement, "They never came home," is the core soul feeling most of them share...imagine trying to live life as two separate souls...pray for, don't disgrace them with your pity, these fellas. Again, bless these honorable men.

[@johnaugsburger6192]

Thanks

[@cindytran5595]

Thank you for all your services sir

[@DwayneSeibert]

GOD BLESS YOU ALL. You have my utmost respect as well as many others, far more than you know.

[@pekolucky]

God bless you all and thank you for sharing your experience with us. I'm reminded that everyone gets wounded in war. Talking is healing, no matter how difficult.

[@cryptopappy6408]

HUGS! I came home but I never came home.

[@danthemeatman9883]

God Bless all you Boys .🙏♥️

[@hanhnguyen]

Thanks you all for your service in my country against nva or vc. Love you

[@johnperun232]

Your Brave man and your Service is very important to us Thanx for sharing your Life and Story with Us Outstanding Bravery and Courage God Bless You and the USA 🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸

[@reylopez3247]

Thank you for this story!

[@JAMESJENKINS-i2n]

Thank you to all these men for their sacrifices and service to our country!!

[@guyh.4553]

I am a member of The American Legion. I have the privilege to know many Vietnam vets. When I am at the club house, many of these men are able to share their stories with each other. I know that you gentlemen have struggles. And I know what those struggles can be like. For me it was Desert Storm. And yes, I too have a bit of survivor's guilt. I will always respect you & your service in probably the most hellish places that one had to fight a war. The only other ones would be those that served in the Pacific Theater and were part of the Island Campaign. But they were never on each island such as you in Vietnam. My greatest respect for you! Hoo Rah!

[@emilyhorak5651]

I cannot phantom what you went through, God Bless All Veterans for your Service. j

[@markjfox866]

These guy r such heros. EVERYONE SHOULD LEARN LISTEN AN MOST OF ALL RESPECT THEM ALL

[@ChrisCarmody-co9nn]

My hereos thank u for youre service and welcome home sir....

[@davidburgess6128]

Glad you made it.

[@ganacoplumbing1215]

These stories are so important to pass down as difficult as they are. Thank you very much.

[@Sinister12C]

Yep pass down how not to invade other peoples homes and don’t be a stupid lap dog and throw your life away for a pay cheque ! Before you jump on the old we had no choice band wagon yeah ya did or ya can’t say ya lived in a free country then ? Can’t have it both ways patriot pete ! Either they went for the $ or the country forced them so it’s not a free country is it ?

[@NDB469]

Thanks for sharing these stories.

[@MarkCosgrove-b3p]

I'm sorry you guys and ladies had to go there. Im 55 and have lost more than one person who who served there and have since passed. I can't begin to thank you enough for trying to do right, in a world seeming on self-destruction. I've made plenty of different va hospitals for my friends. Thank you Vet's

[@johnsimms818]

Qui Nhon 67/68 still there some nights not so much anymore my vet group helps we meet once a week all with diverse memories infantry, pilots , boat operators, supply people cannon cockers sometimes its just bs how was your week and when we need it we let it out and that's a good thing when you you can find that place it's a good place it never goes completely away but that once a week is a respite. Welcome home and stay strong my brothers .

[@sgtzsquad]

Thank you sirs!

[@josephschuster7181]

God bless these men! They gave their souls for a cause that some questioned if it was worth it. Others are convinced it was a worthy cause, but these men still suffer the consequences. “You can take the man out of the war, but you can’t take the war out of the man.” They’re still fighting in that war. Lord give them peace of mind, and ease the pain in their hearts.

[@garyreid4026]

Please don’t ever feel guilty about anything. Thank you for telling your story. 🙏

[@יונתןזנטון]

It's not just 'Nam. I guess that most experienced combat vets (especially grunts) have about the same experience. Army life is simple, with adrenaline; you come home to all the complications of civilian life (wife,kids , bills, work, etc.) but little or no adrenaline. In addition you're alone- no-one even loving ones, can understand you, they may want to listen to you, but you know they can't hear you, so you say little or nothing-bottled up. Most manage it, but it's right there.

[@ThomasMitchell-kr8yy]

Thank you to all of our beloved Vietnam veterans I appreciate you and care about you and you will never be forgotten

[@brettbend6392]

I carry survivers guilt with me every day from Iraq and can absolutely relate to a part of me being lost in Fallujah and Ramadi. The difference is we came home to a heroe's welcome. These men did not. I can't imagine what it would feel like to put it all on the line, lose brothers, and then come home to be frowned upon and outkasted. I hold Vietnam vets with the utmost respect.

[@brianheintz9912]

Thank you for all you all did and been threw

[@robertdoss7272]

Thank you to our vets..im so proud of you all and we love you so much. America wouldnt be America without you heroes..God bless you all...

[@brianathern9154]

I have a profound respect for service men and women and the families who await their return to. I'm not sure what led me to start reading about Vietnam 3 decades ago but I never tire of reading their stories and solid compilations based on 1st person interviews. I had a grandfather on each side of WWII, an uncle and surrogate grandpa in Korea and 3 in Vietnam. The Vietnam vets were infantry, airborne and artillery until the Airborne uncle went back to OCS at Fort Benning and became a snake pilot. His best friend was a platoon leader then XO in a Ranger LRP detachment. Truly grateful for the bits and pieces of their experience and pain they endured. My cousin, the artillery veterans son just got promoted to Lt Colonel. Never taken for granted. Welcome home. FYI if you're interested start with Gary Linderer's books or 3 book series 6 Silent Men. Ron Mother Rucker was legendary in firefights. Blessings to all Vietnam Vets and Welcome home from this grateful American

[@AnthonyOMulligan-yv9cg]

The Truth and Honesty of these Men is so hard hitting. May they find Rest Dear Lord.

[@WestVa.Hillbilly]

Thank you!!!

[@pho3nix-]

Difficult watch. Thank you for your service and welcome home, sir.

[@mikemurray1047]

I was attached to the 23rd Inf. Div., Americal out of Chu Lai, Vietnam. Served 18 months in country until a mortar round ended my tour of duty. After I was discharged from the 41st Evac. Hospital the Army sent me to Ft. Roots Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas for combat fatigue, my mental state was still fighting out in the bush. I am 75 now and for years I have harbored no anger, no nightmares, no sobbing with another Vet. I simple just forgot the war and got along just fine. In fact I have considered going back to Vietnam as a tourist to revisit areas where my brigade fought. In other words the war never shattered my life. Upon discharge I simply unshouldered my rifle, took off my uniform and led a normal healthy life with no regrets.

[@waynerogers6621]

I was in Chu Lai with the Marines in 69-70 . Just recently I found out the Americal division was the 23rd infantry division. Don't remember it called anything but americal.

[@Chase-Scs]

@mikemurray1047 Thanks for your service and you've got a unique tale. Any interest in being interviewed & having a book written about your experience & coming home? I'm not a publisher but I'd do the writing and send a hardcopy book to you to keep in your family. I'd do it for free if you're open to it.

[@dannymcdaniel1652]

My brother I understand because I'm a Veitnam vet

[@IronSikh44]

I was a cop for 30 years. I have been diagnosed with PTSD. I’ve done the work. I’ve realized I’m very proud of my condition because it reminds me I did something meaningful and profound with my life. It will always be a part of me. I want to tell these old soldiers how much I love and respect them. I don’t judge them. I wasn’t there. I can’t even imagine. All I can say is you guys and all of our Veterans are the greatest and I thank you for your sacrifice. Keep fighting every day to make yourself right any way you can. You are LRRPS and that’s a big deal. Respect!!

[@26michaeluk]

That's exactly how I feel as a veteran of the GWOT worth combat deployments to Iraq twice and Afghanistan once. Even though Iraq was total BS I'm proud of my service. I did my job and will NEVER apologize for that. I'm heavily medicated for PTSD but I'd do it again if called upon.

[@IronSikh44]

@@26michaeluk All the best brother. Take good care of yourself! You earned it.

[@26michaeluk]

@@IronSikh44 same to you brother. Respect. 👍

[@michaelwills3311]

Has anyone heard the song 19 by Paul Hardcastle it really rips your guts out. Thank every Vietnam Veteran for your Service. You deserved better. ❤✌️

[@hhhhhh2062]

Thanks Guys Appreciate your sacrifices physically and mentally God Speed

[@glenbreeding2819]

I will never forget or understand how much we as a nation have given up to the causes of others freedom.it’s never cheap and we shouldn’t ever commit the youth of our nation to war unless we intend to do whatever it takes to winning wars. For those that send us to war are never truly beholden to those that so willingly give their lives to the cowards that don’t have the guts to win

[@cw7422]

Thanks guys. CWO4, USN 73-95.

[@JamesJones-bd1jg]

For many years I slept with a sawed off 12 gauge under my bed. If anything happened I could just roll off the bed and grab the weapon. Now I sleep on a sofa in the den with 3 weapons on top of a bed in the next room. I’ve had 30 years of therapy but that doesn’t stop me from crying every day.

[@rad7965]

Vietnam 1967 - 1968. Retired US Army (23 years total). Welcome home brothers, it's been a long hard road we had to travel together with no help from America. I was not one of you, but I was there with you. Some talk about going back to Vietnam to visit old places of the past and their youth. I have no need to do this as Vietnam comes and revisits me on nights when the moon is in its darkest moments.

[@mds1171]

These dudes were always welcome home, the only ones who didnt welcome them home were liberals.

[@peronredvidalipscomb9134]

Thank you all vets welcome home may god bless you