The Green Berets

Video to Ssgt. Barry Sadler's 'Ballad of the Green Berets'
I didnt make this video, and cant remember who did. It has been sitting on my hard drive for a couple years.

[@youscuzzyasses]

If I didn't have a disqualifying heart condition I'd be there with you fellas. Thanks for doing what others can't or won't.

[@bill-wd8er]

fatt hands just ask thats what most do o

[@Noremorse10]

God bless the Green Berets and all other SF and others protecting freedom. They are so awesome and it takes so much to be one of these brave guys!

[@charlesmarshall2697]

The real BAD BOYS!

[@konstantinossavvidis2650]

No. The real GOOD boys.

[@rameshe941]

@@konstantinossavvidis2650 pl pp

[@buttermywaffles]

I know a man that was a Green Beret, In Vietnam. He fought in Cambodia, Laos & Thailand. He fought for his Country, his Home and his Family. He was awarded the Bronze Star for a reason i felt not necessary to ask. The Green Beret, says more about him than he'd ever say about himself. All of his peers look up to him, i certainly do. Many men are proud to even KNOW him. I however, am PROUD, to be his son. SOG Men Never Die! - De Oppressor Liber

[@kennethhoppe2259]

buttermywaffles Well Said you must be very proud and Honored.

[@primalelephant]

" De Oppresso Liber," guys. Free The Oppressed.

[@GreeKManiack]

i hope all this brave commandos are still alive and serving there county!! respect from Greece! sorry for bad English

[@vendiblelicense]

that really cool. Im trying to get into selection myself, those guys are true warriors!

[@Arpon001]

Years ago I read and watched some reports about your question. GREEN BERETS are trained psychologically and physically to stay in enemy territory indefinitely, a soldier said: WE NEED ONLY THE M4, SURVIVAL KNIFE, EXTRA WATER AND EXTRA AMMO. Example: Eliminate objective(s), rain, hot weather, cold, etc.,Eliminate through exhaustion. SEALS: specific missions, diverse weapons and ammunition, technology, "in and out" at the time and date specified, eliminate quickly target, working mostly at night.

[@hendrix7571]

Takes a lot to dedicate your life to combat and dawn the green beret, much respect.

[@harlanvo3058]

I still own some of the Green Beret men beer because they was gave me some of their M4 clip bullet when I and them worked together at Afghanistan. It was so fun to worked with them as a team. I am 101st Airborne Division..

[@sergeantbillleonard787]

i remember my brother had this song my brother is a green beret i'm very proud of him

[@popryder3369]

I am very proud of your brother too !!! Tell him i said thank you...

[@JLSwin01]

Actually, the regular soldiers wear the black. Years ago the black beret was the beret of the Ranger Units, and the Army decided in all their unfounded wisdom to give the black beret to regular soldiers to boost their morale. One must understand the Beret is just a hat, the man that wears the Green Beret is a Special Forces Soldier. The reason for the Beret being given to Special Forces is because Special Forces started from OSS. which worked with the French underground in WW2.

[@BunsAndGunsCalendars]

It means Liberate the Oppressed Sgt. 10th SFGA 91B2S ODA216

[@ukrainiansniper5916]

Thank you for your service sir, you do us proud.

[@BunsAndGunsCalendars]

My Honor. Thank You for your support.

[@popryder3369]

@@BunsAndGunsCalendars My uncle became a Green Beret in 1963, his last missions were 6 combat tours in Nam... Then the Army forced him to retire in 1974.. He had fought in Germany WWll , then again in Korea , lol, that man just could not get enough, LOL. he was a lifer i guess you figured that out... Anyway i know all about you guys .. You are all Hellava !!! Thank you for being who you are!!! Green Beret All the Way

[@SniperHarry]

68W! Thank you very much for what you do. You guys are always there no matter how hot the fire gets. So from vet who has used your services before, a heartfelt Thank You.

[@ukrainiansniper5916]

The dude at 1:38 looks like he is a little long in the tooth but he could probably take out a dozen tangos before breakfast.

[@blf5051]

This song is one of my favorites.I come from a Military family, and my husband served this great country of ours for 20 years. So very proud of all branches of the Military Service. God Bless them all.

[@onefive0]

Growing beards and wearing civilian clothing has a purpose- because the Army SF (Green Berets) mission generally is to fit in with indigenous people, gain their trust and cooperation, and train them to fight the enemy. An SF ODA Team of 12 men can multiply their own force many times over this way. Adopting local customs and dressing like the locals helps accomplish this mission.

[@sigmaplague]

call your army recruiter, ask for an 18X contract and don't take anything else, you'll start off by going through infantry OSUT, then go onto airborne should you graduate OSUT, after that is SFAS more commonly know as selection, should you pass selection you'll go through the Q courses so you can qualify as a green beret, hope this helped you out

[@razorsedge1100]

A nice video of our Troops with "boots on the ground", Sadlers song is the best, although ho hum, it still sums it up..I like the fact that there are ODA and ODB troops in the video..thumbs up!

[@numkie]

Special forces dont all go to Halo and Haho school. The wait for the army is incredibly long. SF guys have waited 5+ years to get into military free fall. i dont know about seals and marines. para rescue are required to be free fall qualified i believe. Thats why it is the best SOF unit to be in. free fall, mountain, and scuba all in one.

[@lGrafZeppelin]

@Kuilan21 Very inspirational words! I can tell you have got it together. I am thinking of trying out for the Green Berets (or the Rangers). I'm glad to know great Americans like you are protecting liberty. God Bless!

[@mrbats38]

this is a grate video and the song is all so a grate song fits this video nice was in the marines in 68 to 74 and did my shair of combat shoud have stayed in sucked when i got out am happy that hour troops today get the respect we did not get GOOD JOB MEN AND GOD BLESS

[@82ndmem]

My cousin was a Green beret, He said it was the hardest training of his life and he had to learn two different languages to be qualified as a Green Beret , but Luckily he was one of the three to be chosen and he made it. One of Americas best. HOORAH

[@RenUchiha06]

He was also CAG. CAG is the new name for Delta Force.

[@hogis0303]

from Finland; some friends/relatives after Finland stopped stalin communists moved to USA, arm y , SoOC etc. I am US all the way!

[@thesimplemonkey]

he knew more than me anyway haha Im Irish but im moving to the US with my dad in a few months so id know more about irish military than american military but i still know abit about the US military. Thank you for your service also :)

[@FutureUsGreenBeret]

In the future I want to become a Green Beret, always wanted to be one, Thanks to the US Military men and women for there service. God Bless America!

[@UltraThroatKick]

Well first of all Green Berets (actually called Army Special Forces) specialize in unconventional/guerrilla warfare, sometimes hostage rescue and taking out HVTs Rangers are a direct action force and usually support SEALs and Army Special Forces when things turn ugly.

[@Arpon001]

Yea... of course, they know almost everything about culture, language of any country, etc. Maybe some people think that they are only men with muscles and a weapon, but not, when I have time I watch some videos from these soldiers, tv, dvd,'s, news, etc., and if you put attention, you will see how they observe people, gestures, movement of the hands, eyes, tone of voice, etc.., these men could give lecture in Harvart., freaking smart psychologists they are.

[@georgeboggs8741]

You left out the Vietnam era. This song is dedicated to us. 1966

[@WoodyTheIIIrd]

Who in the hell would dislike this song and video???

[@GreatSovietUnion1]

I'm joining the Green Berets now.

[@JLSwin01]

Actually, Guy you have it backwards, the Rangers are all an infantry MOS, Ranger school is a super advanced infantry school, whereas Special Forces is made up of infantry, Combat Medics, Combat Engineers and communications moss's.

[@mariposamaria]

Thank you Beast. I will tell him. Whoa that is alot of service time your family has put in. That is a lot to be very proud of. And tell them your family they are why we are still a free nation. Thank them also..

[@RenUchiha06]

Thank you for your service, Green Beret. I wish to be just like you when i'm older. De Oppresso Liber.

[@XXGDUBSXX]

Sure was, War Crazy one too. Apparently wished the War had gone on for 10 more years. I'm suprised he didn't become a mercenary after the war or something.

[@MPDuff]

Thank you it is really special to watch this

[@allenjunge4127]

Your former SF right? I ask because my uncle is a currently deployed SF so cant ask him my question: I was shot in the eye with a bb gun. I still have that eye functioning but i'm not sure if the vision in that eye will stop me from being capable to join the Green Berets. will it?

[@eagleboy201]

can somebody please inbox me give me some info on how to become a green beret like whats the training like how the cuts go ect.... im humble and realize it is a very hard task I would just like some info on it..... im 18 and really thinking about it

[@moronslave]

You're right. I guess that's the best reason. Got interested with these special forces again after the capture of Binladen. Nice photos.. one of the shots reminded me of ZZ Top lol:)

[@domco2525]

@zachIPFW God bless you for your commitment to this nation. Keep your head down and your nose clean. And write home as often as you can.

[@USMartyrMachine119]

While we sit here and adore these guys...they are out there somewhere in the world...kicking ass.

[@LMmagic96]

AMAZING!! I love the video. Nice job.

[@EboneTv]

We should all respect these brave American men

[@hemiboy19]

Camren you're right about the differences, the biggest difference is that Green Berets train and utilize the indigenous people to help them fight. Each member of a team also has a specialty weapons sargeant, communications, medical. They are also cross trained so if the medical sargeant goes down the weapons sargeant may be the junior medical sargeant. They also live and operate amongst the indigenous people and SF guys are experts in foregin culture and language.

[@USMCRssHempstead2009]

this video is really good.....dam man it for somereason almost brought out a tear lol its a cool video good job

[@babysitter131]

HOLY CRAP. i sang this about 5 years ago in elementary with my grade and i still remember every word to this day

[@mariposamaria]

Thank you sir. You are so kind. I will tell him. He is very Special to us

[@damones1]

@RTTCDeadEye, very cool and what was your PMOS and when were you attached to the 5th. I was detached to the 10th MTN and the 5th. I too am Intel (retired).

[@cmolloy62]

@JessePrettyBoySwag same dude. ive wanted to be a SEAL for years now, and im looking more at the Beret,s now.

[@mogocrazy99]

My grandfather was a green beret. i will love him till he dies and further on.

[@gorn9146]

My dad was a green beret. Sniper with the 5th Special Forces at Fort Bragg. He was drafted in 1970 and retired just after Desert Storm.

[@1645Irish]

Got my sniper training with the greens. Best in the world.

[@xxxdavidshumakerxxx]

Get the 18X contract. If you're up for it and willing to go all the way don't even waist time going reg infantry or rangers first. If you wash out, you'll probably be sent to infantry or something, but listen to sigmaplague. they know what they're talking about

[@philglobalnomad]

As an ex-Aussie soldier, I want to say these green berets are the real deal, hard as and top blokes

[@HippoStation]

im joining the Marines But my grandfather was a Ranger i love all of you guys and all you do Semper Fi

[@tacticalsweater5119]

I'm no Green Beret, not in any branch of the military but this song makes me feel so proud.

[@PizzaByAlfredo]

I have an ATF/SO (SEAL) contract and I'm leaving in December. I can't wait to fight with these fearless warriors. God Bless the USA everyone

[@shoobee101]

my father was in SF and a vietnam (4 tours) and grenada vet.i remember one time when i came home from school and down the block was my pop walkin up. he was carrying his duffle, ruck and he pops his beret on my head as he walked in the house. i kneew i wanted to be like him as a kid. i never went SF.i served in the RGT. instead.the green beret to me makes me feel safe.

[@Ghillie334]

Remember, those who are serving need to remember that they should be doing thier best knowing they are serving for the ones that cant serve such as myself. Support the troops not the wars.

[@stevepeee]

As someone who spent 14 years in SF with 12 of thoughs on a team and 2 as BN PA I am fully aware of what the capabilities missions and the uses of SF are. As both of you make my point very well, there is no other teachers with our capabilities drive or determination. But for those who only beleive what the movies show there needs to be people explaning to them the truth.

[@thesimplemonkey]

SWCC's ( Special Warfare Combatant Crewmen ) provide Exfil and Evac's for most special forces I thought?

[@trexlee1]

Really nice vid. This is one of the reasons why i would like to join the army as my BACKUP plan if i dont succed on my goal(s).

[@mariposamaria]

HOOOAH FOR YOUR FATHER. THAT IS A DIFFICULT JOB. Not even their own family ever knows all the jobs they are sent to NOR the danger they constantly live with. Those shoes belong to a very Special Few..

[@instabilityisbetter]

Hooah to all the brave Army men and women serving overseas and at home. Keep up the good work and good luck to all who wish to wear the green beret.

[@menacer26]

Haven't heard this song in a long time. Great montage!

[@TheWildcard86]

Much respect goes out to all who serve our beautiful nation... The sacrifice they give, as well as that from their families, should never, ever, go unnoticed.

[@nateboy1994]

all for the people who fought for our country and kept us free, this song is for u and thank u vets, Happy Memorial day thanks troops

[@ptimothy75]

god be with him and thank him for all he does i sleep better knowing there are men like him

[@Puccinotti]

My brother going on 3rd tour. Leaves next week for Afganistan. All of these brave men derserve this countries respect.

[@MekyTheMonke]

Actually, the SEALs were the first in Afghanistan. Then came the army and air force, the the marines. It's true, look it up.

[@RenUchiha06]

I think Dusty was CAG, not a Green Beret. Well, he could have also.

[@Puccinotti]

My brother leaves for his 4th tour in 1 week. This time its afganistan. Thank you to all of you brave men...

[@lucasfluminenzo]

The beard is a symbol of badasses

[@RomanticRebel267]

The Green Berets rock! I'm proud to be a son of a Green Beret. I also inspire to follow in my father's foot steps.

[@buttermywaffles]

Im talking about the MACVSOG. My father was a Vietnam green beret. His first hand experience also goes with my research. I inturn plan to enlist next year to go to jump. If I'm good enough Ranger school or even CAG. I will try my hardest.@RTTCDeadEye

[@PJPbaseball]

@ocepeda1967 I don't mean to put in question your military service, but the Arny changed its regulars to black berets, the ranger's beret color. They in turn switched to tan. It varies too, airborne's is maroon etc.The green beret maintains itself as SOF honorary head gear. Thank you for your service.

[@randomadventures4750]

Yes, that's the M16A2. That picture was taken from long time ago.

[@kristiaandesweemer3991]

Respect!! I was in special forces in Europe but green barret is awesome. I still have my red one

[@buttermywaffles]

Didn't say Mac-v was just green berets. And I'd like to know your name and rank if you don't mind me asking.@RTTCDeadEye

[@Hockeyguy519]

Can't wait to join when im older, my dad's in 5th group and i want in!!!!!

[@dsharpe1]

Seals are an attack/ extraction force hight specialized in anything having to do with taking someone or something out, dead or alive. The Green Berets are a recon/deplomatic/ attack force highly specialized in intel, forming alliances with locals, and in some cases taking people out ( mostly just dead ). Both have their strong points and both are equally good and what they are designed to do.

[@stevepeee]

Good video. To all the people that beleive the hype of the movies there is one thing and one thing only that sperates the Special Forces (Green Beret) from all other Special Operations soldiers/saliors and that is there primary mission of force multiplier. Their primary mission is teaching! That is part of the reason they are so rank heavy. Everything else they do they are great at as well but could be done by any Special Operations troop

[@b.kylegriffin5354]

Umad bro? But seriously, profanity? I am so impressed!

[@MikeKain95]

omgomgomgomg the guy at 0:50 looks like the tier 1 operator they advertise for medal of honor lol great work green beret my dad was one and i salute you all!

[@PvPSHEEP]

I plan on joining the Green Berets. To me its the biggest honor in the world.

[@Richdanahuff]

@MnSPictures Thats true in Iraq they have short hair fades and big mustaches in Afghan they have big beards this is their vision of what a man should look like. It immediately assists in breaking down any barriers to get to know and gain the trust of the tribe.

[@Ulster1922]

@bigdude90 You are quite right. When I was at Ft. Bragg, Seals came in & trained under SF cadre. They also trained at Ft. Benning to Jump. They also trained at Ft. Lee to pack chutes & rig heavy equip. for drops. But in retrospect, Seals trained SF & Rangers in underwater demolitions. It takes all branches of the service to get the jub dome & joint exercises ensures that we are all trained to get the job done. Hope you see what I am trying to say. We're all in it to win it......

[@primalelephant]

De Oppresso Libre. "Free the Oppressed".

[@Richdanahuff]

@stevepeee By the way when I was an instructor the SEALs sent a pilot group of SEALs to get trained by us at SUT. The Senior liasion admitted they were woefully behind the Special Forces and were trying to figure why our guys were better prepped for combat, tactics and training wise.

[@schaelakhan]

@TheGnomelandSecurity Thanks for the clarification.....but 1st SFOD-D to my understanding most of the members are Green Berets(Sine Pari). I view Delta as more of a task force that draws its members from all sections of the Bigger ARMY and other branches to fulfill its mission statement.

[@ResevoirDogg7]

this motivates the HELL outta me

[@Richdanahuff]

@flaze15 The Green Berets may have 2 American with a force they advise and advise them during combat operations anywhere in the world. 24-7 the Green Berets are somewhere in the world doing this somewhere. The Rangers rarely do any combat operations unless CAG is involved or the Army is at WAR. The Somalia thing was a rarity the Green berets developed and cultivated that for years prior to the action.

[@MrAvail18]

go for it!!! dont miss the chance...!!!

[@isaacrios3413]

Tight. My brother faught alongside green berets in iraq.

[@damones1]

@bitmopro, since SF's primary mission is that of a force multiplier, they are now required to speak a foreign language for deployment and assimilation purposes. I too was at DLI and sure miss that place.

[@Melchersson]

@Neuguy69 Being in battle is not whatever you can imagine! We (Swedish unit from the Nordic battalion) meet some Green berets! Great guys! Humble and respectful! Great soldiers.

[@FWalshingham]

@shqiperiany "Green Berets" are US Army Special Forces, have to enlist there before anything else then see if you can make the cut. They aren't their own branch of the military, they are simply a job within the Army. Intel is Intelligence, that's my particular job in the Army, Military Intelligence.

[@ChuckyJester]

@Blehemeton It's the real-life operator Dusty was based upon. He is nicknamed 'Cowboy' and was featured in TIME magazine.

[@jegger97]

Never been into reading these statements but this one made me laugh. Cod. Very funny.