The Last War Chief: Joe Medicine Crow's Astonishing Feats of Badassery During World War II

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[@ExpatriatePaul]

He was definitely a badass and sadly virtually unknown to the general public, you should check out a man named Aaron Bank though, also from WWII.

[@PrototypeSpaceMonkey]

Title unlocked: [ *Warchief* ] Requirements: Boop a Nazi: 1/1 Acquire enemy weapon 1/1 Complete a mission on Hard difficulty with zero casualties: 1/1 Acquire enemy horse: 50/1

[@CheeseMonger60]

the only man to prestige in WW2

[@scottrackley4457]

He stayed on to get the 100 year old achievement, tidied up and left for a new game.

[@stringfellowlocke2214]

I actually met this man back in the early 90's - dude was righteously tough as leather, but kind.

[@danakruger]

We need the full story! and where did you meet?

[@antoniovillanueva308]

@@danakruger Yes, I want to know!

[@Nikki-rt1ni]

I would like to know as well.

[@Kiefsti]

Me also! I need more!

[@Wizardess]

It is men like him who make the human species worth keeping around. {o.o}

[@Andrea_of_AtLastCrochet]

You can never have enough history😊! I wish more stories like this were taught in schools. 102 years old at his death? Wow! So much life and achievement. We all should be so lucky. A credit to all people, everywhere. Thanks for sharing this story.

[@Erin-Thor]

And a NATIVE AMERICAN veteran and war hero, on top of his tribal status. Nothing but respect for this amazing man!

[@ShawnChang6453]

This man deserves to be immortalize in movies with accurate content.

[@gnarlyandy1]

The scene with him riding out of town with 50 horses would be cool to see.

[@joshuacase5639]

To put your life on the line for a people and a nation with which you've had a rocky history with is true honor and courage

[@paolotorres8537]

Technically, the US was his people's ancestral land, and suffice it to say, most natives were willing to join the army to fight for their homeland.

[@semaj_5022]

Absolute *legend.* I never tire of hearing this man's story. The world is permanently in dire need of men of his caliber.

[@twocvbloke]

"In war, no one wins." - Truer words were never spoken, cos war is just a means to end a disagreement...

[@duogemstone]

Sadly sometimes it's the only option left

[@lavinamontoya8164]

There's always diplomacy. Violence breeds more violence, negotiations on the other hand, open new possibilities. This should be amongst the most important subjects to teach children in schools.

[@11bsavage64]

@@lavinamontoya8164 some times you want things to change and the only way is to get rid of people with X ideology. Lets say for example the majority believe in subjugation and slavery you want to deal with them? Or those who practice eugenics? War is nothing more that soldiers practicing their countries foreign policy.

[@dawnysinger7835]

I am so proud to be a Native American woman, and to hear about wonderful brave feats of my relations. It's true, our way of life is deminisching, I myself don't know my Diné/Navajo language nor much of my traditions, I do my best to learn from whomever is willing to teach me, with patience. Thank you so much for bringing up this topic, it does my heart good.

[@michaelread7131]

The First Nations peoples played so many important roles in the victory. From Dr. Medicine Crow to the famous Navajo code talkers.

[@TheJB2D]

We need more Medicine Crow in this country. Thank you, Joe. I wish I could have met you.

[@kirbymarchbarcena]

He may be a bad-ass warrior but his wisdom and experience really shows

[@loreuniversechannel9984]

A true warrior with the CORRECT ATTITUDE about warfare... we have rarely seen his like in the annals of history...

[@chestermicek]

He designed & defined his path in life and he talked his talk & walked his walk. No matter the culture, the race, the time; that's what it takes to be a man.

[@haleyguthrie3113]

No no...he actually did speak to us a lot, and emplored us to find paths. Like our ancestors. We have several paths, the Anasazi foundation has a utube channel, check it out. He expressed his path, many times, is "a forwards walking". That we cannot hate the pale man, we need to educate. At some point, he realized that we were a decaying people, that we would soon be lost to time. If we did not open up about our histories and pass teachings to the world, we become ghosts. Legends. He said that America had documented our stories, but he wanted the world to know us. That our names will forever be remembered as valuable, to tell the world they still have much to learn. "It was time that this savage brought the fight to their shores. Let them decide whether they drew out the savage, or drew out the invisible stoic scout"

[@footnotedrummer]

This man is one of those rare human beings, that takes advantage of every opportunity to be great at what he does. He's the type of person that all of us strive to be. Thanks for this video, Simon.

[@Orpilorp]

That was a great biography. It's an amazing story. He fought well for his country, and then honored his people by completing the tasks to become a Crow war chief. Excellent!

[@marvindebot3264]

As a person of part Lakota decent Joe is a personal hero. Not because of his war record but because of his undying quest to preserve Native American history. Joe is the finest kind.

[@Koyotito20]

Ive been waiting to see this man get more spot light! The man is a real legend!

[@Chris.Pontius]

I've been sick for the last 36 hours, most of it spend listening to fact boy. Thank you for lessening the agony, Simon!

[@crystalratclffe3258]

I found Simon when dealing with COVID, made hours in bed tolerable

[@mikehel4474]

I'm from Montana and he's the most badass person from here . Horrible how his people are treated here

[@Jack-Mi-Hoff]

FINALLY. SOMEONE ADMITS IT. I’ve seen so many other “Proud Montanans’ on here that, have so much “respect” for JMC, and talking all this bullshit and they’re the same people that treat us Crows like 2nd class citizens, like non equals, like dog shit. but hey, they’re just trying to find a way to make themselves look good, or to steal a little spot light, like what almost all Montana’s, and the State of Montana has always done to us. “How can we use the Crow people, and culture, to make US look good, all white continuing to oppress them, and treat them like they are less than us.”

[@toby-jeanne_almy]

A very proud part of Montana history! Montana very much loves him and celebrates his memory. His passing was a very sad day

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , all . 🐺

[@jdnesh]

The best line in the video "I was singing too" 😭 that hit hard somehow.

[@fancyultrafresh3264]

He’s one of my heroes. Absolute warrior.

[@bobschenkel7921]

Native American culture needs to be respected and preserved. This man was, if not ahead of his time, very aware of his time, and what to do with it.

[@cassiechapin1464]

My husband's grandfather!!! Thank you Simon!

[@Cannon8X]

This is really an amazing video, almost brought me to tears. Man really made the absolute best of his life. Real hero.

[@terenceconnors9627]

His story never gets old. Knowing I live in a place he used to is cool.

[@tgordon4881]

I just have to say that this is the only channel I will sit through the advertisements on simply because they are done so well! That plus the stories simply make this channel a blast to watch!!!

[@etmr]

What an absolute legend this man was

[@Jill-K]

It's a pity so many Americans are afraid of history. Good or bad it's important to learn. I'm Irish and we have a lot of good and bad and are taught it all, in school and from our parents

[@sweeptheleg.]

Nevermind all his other feats, i was impressed after hearing the chief ran barefoot in the snow and bathed in frozen rivers, i got the chills just thinking about it. That alone made him a badass in my book. 😁

[@ksturmer5388]

Absolutely amazing to watch this on Christmas Eve, rather than watch boring, mind numbing TV. Well played, Sir.

[@lisacheney7904]

Ken Burns interviewed him for his WWII documentary. It's pretty awesome and I recommend watching it if you can.

[@protoculturejunkie]

The man was completing side quests during a real war. 😂

[@dailey_adventure2678]

I live in Billings Montana and I met this guy during a field trip in school

[@drivestowork]

Absolutely amazing and astounding! A life well-lived! Makes it almost embarrassing to reflect upon my life.

[@whogavehimafork]

This man became a War Chief fighting the greatest enemy the world has ever known. The wisdom he shared and the life he lived must be revered. He is a champion for all time.

[@gabriellavedier9650]

World War II and natives. It's a long shot, but we could use a Biographics or TIFO on Ernest E. Evans, captain of the USS Johnston, the man who sailed INTO the Japanese navy on a destroyer, fighting until he was a half-naked, bloody, torn-up shrieking spirit of fury shouting orders into a hole in his ship. The Chief was a goddamn force of nature.

[@hunnybee971]

I copied your words: "Ernest E. Evans, captain of the USS Johnston, the man who sailed INTO the Japanese navy on a destroyer, fighting until he was a half-naked, bloody, torn-up shrieking spirit of fury shouting orders into a hole in his ship." and saved them to my RESEARCH FILE. I vaguely recall something like this, but I didn't have the name of that brave Captain. Now I will have the facts to do some serious research on my own. I grew up knowing about Ira Hayes. My mother, who was part Native, told me about him when I was still young enough to sit on her knew Today I have learned two more Native WWII heroes. Now I am in full search mode for more NA Heroes from that war. Thank you for sharing this the name of 'this' Hero.

[@AABB-bm9kk]

Happy Holidays to Simon and his entire KZbin community! 😀✌️🎄

[@alexisbarrington9370]

I really enjoyed this video, a truly remarkable man and story. More needed like him

[@frankchase9297]

Wow! What an amazing American. Many Thanks!

[@torchykipe8619]

I've lived in Muskogee near Bacone for years for a time and I never knew he had gone there. I wish I had though. So awesome.

[@aniruddhbhatkal1834]

To quote the meme. "Doing side quests in an actual war. Legend."

[@konstellashon1364]

Scrolled thru the comments to see if anyone posted that. 👍

[@the_hamrat]

This guy was doing literal side quests 🤣😂

[@finsternis1986]

Achievement unlocked: War Chief :D

[@thehangmansdaughter1120]

Could you please do an episode about the wind-talkers of WWII? I find the idea fascinating.

[@eph2vv89only1way]

Glad you gave your honest opinion of the cereal that isn’t your favourite. It really lends credibility for your word on the ones you like. And you are right that just because one isn’t your personal taste doesn’t mean other people won’t like it

[@shadara5370]

Thank you for this beautiful, informative story of this great warrior's life.

[@allmarknobite8726]

Thanks for yet another inspirational story. Well done, Simon, et al.

[@spencernoss6554]

No more Warchiefs because of no more horses in war, I respect and honor stealing the enemies ride for a quick getaway be it horse or not.

[@thegunslinger1363]

In the right hands. This would surely make an amazing film.

[@cobra5087]

The ultimate legend

[@mbsnyderc]

An Impressive man in many ways a gentleman and scholar,as well as a war hero.then a long life well lived.

[@recklesskelly7521]

1st heard about Joe Medicinecrow in the Ken Burns WW2 documentary film The War.

[@kiymberly1990]

What an inspiration! Recently I've read a Dr suess book mentioning a Joe crow, I had no idea the name came from a real person. Very interesting to hear the story about the person behind the name.

[@vkramis4999]

OMG! Pretty sure this is my niece’s great grandpa? (Not sure how Crow relations work, but in Navajo he would be her grandpa) so cool to hear his life told like this. Had the chance to visit during the Crow fair and see little big horn. Great experience! Everyone should check it out at least once in their lifetime.

[@em1osmurf]

i'd heard his story before but your version was to the point, short, and funnest. i enjoy your presentations, good vid!

[@ginnyjollykidd]

Amazing man!

[@joelsteverson]

Wow! Very inspirational life story. I wish I'd been able to hear him speak.

[@doclewis8927]

Very interesting. I think I have a couple of books that I need to purchase. I hope he wrote an autobiography and not a biography written by someone else. Seems like a stand-up man and a true warrior. RIP, War Chief Joe Medicine Crow.

[@paddyneill1964]

That right there is worth a movie. An actual account. Bravo Zulu Chief , I salute you sir 🇺🇸

[@georgecoull1883]

Degree in anthropology, war Chief, badass warrior, American hero and if you were to ask him about himself he'd tell you that he was a famous horse theif. Thank you for telling his story 🙏

[@antoniovillanueva308]

I do love a badass. They are usually just normal people who step up.

[@JessWLStuart]

What an amazing man Joe Medicine Crow was! I wish I had met him!

[@biancageminrodrigues7083]

This is so incredible, thanks for sharing!

[@rickysmith705]

Great man thanks for your story telling I love watching all of your content

[@The_Tiffster]

Wow! I had goosebumps throughout the video! He motivates me to become a better person💕💪

[@Backdaft94]

He had a nephew get 3 out of 4 in Vietnam as a green beret. Couldnt find a horse to steal, so he stole 2 elephants instead. The tribal elders wouldnt give him credit becaus3 "elephants are not horses."

[@MissBlueEyeliner]

I need to see a 2 hour biopic film of this man’s life 😦

[@litreofcola1234]

Tommy Prince was Canadas most decorated first nation Soldier. He was also a scout and would do all kinds of things to the enemy. I think his story is on youtube. Not this channel but others. Its a great story too.

[@arkinyte13]

I’d like to hear more on him.

[@litreofcola1234]

@@arkinyte13 look up tommy prince. There should be stories about his adventures on youtube. He was an amazing person.

[@kathyboschen6719]

Amazing, thank you I loved this!

[@TrikYodz]

So when are they gonna make a movie about this guy? Literal legend.

[@kcollier710]

Not just a legend, but a humble legend. RIP Chief Joe...

[@gailpliley901]

Thank you for sharing this story. As a Montana born

[@Jack-Mi-Hoff]

lol you don’t give a fuck about us crows. “as a Montana born” stfu. His story means nothing to you, The State of Montana, and the non native citizens of Montana have treated us Crows, and Natives like shit, like drunks, thief’s, druggies, liars, and 5th class citizens, for over 200 years but then you’ll all turn around on something like this in claim your “pride”, your “respect”, “love” etc. then go right back to hating us or treating us like we don’t exist. Always trying to barge in, and make up some magical connection to make yourselves look good, or get some credit. smh. i’m tired of it, WE’RE TIRED OF IT.

[@StefanMedici]

Love the Blaze infecting Fact Boi's other channels, even in the ads. Am I right Peter!

[@jamesschmidt6993]

This story needs to be made into a movie

[@timedmonson4839]

This guy deserves a movie.

[@stue2642]

Every time, more and more brain blaze style comes through. Nice to see some fine vintage memes.

[@claireheavyhead-roth211]

This is great! Representation matters. We have so many stories of our people but many are not written down they are oral history that is passed through generations. My name sake "HeavyHead" was one of the last warriors from Blackfoot confederacy, he too fought in war and that is where he received the name Issokihkini or HeavyHead, by capturing a German helmet.

[@oldvetwhotravels.5326]

The Native American people are intelligent, and they are brave. And better at keeping their word than most! Stay strong First Nations! You will overcome!!

[@NicolaiWium]

Two minutes of embedded ads in the videos are pushing it. You may want to give a timestamp for those who wish to skip them.

[@sheltonfoos8869]

Thank you! I asked for this about a year ago on biographics.

[@charliespinoza1966]

Thank you for sharing!

[@momcat2223]

Just stumbled on this episode, read (and agreed with) comments about this Chief's life needing a movie and then realized something: If this Chief's story were accurately portrayed on the silver screen, modern day audiences wouldn't believe it could possibly be accurate. What a legendary warrior!

[@haleyguthrie3113]

He wasn't a chief. I know this is hard to understand but there isn't a good word in English for many of our languages. He was a war chief, a general per say. Warrior chiefs shared leadership, traditionally for many tribes. He was privy to the best horses, the best men and women, they ate last, and handled hostile meetings. While the chief was the mouth piece, he oversaw ceremonies, spoke as a politician, he ate 1st, and delivered council for the tribe. But neither of these leaders were necessarily better than the other. We are now in negotiations with eachother to discuss if we could appoint him a chief posthumously.

[@wcbranitly0692]

I'm thoroughly impressed that you pronounced Muskogee correctly.

[@dawnysinger7835]

Oh. And my Grandfather was a Navajo Code Talker in WWII.

[@annesimon537]

Just Wow! Respect.

[@Warhawk76]

Thanks so much for this info, I had no idea about this man. Serious badass!

[@comettamer]

Not long ago, I just got my Magic Spoon order and Simon...you were absolutely right, it's great stuff. The Maple flavor is my flavor.

[@fumblerooskie]

Bless Joe Medicine Crow and his people.

[@dan-jacobenglish1559]

This needs to be made a movie.

[@monckey44]

I’m surprised this isn’t a movie, but honestly pretty glad. I think in modern times we’d be able to respectfully do the story justice

[@josephschultz3301]

For whatever reason, Simon, the visual of you eating cereal while completely surrounded by more boxes of cereal is incredibly amusing xD . It's like the ultimate 7-year-old's dream scenario or something.

[@NoNameneeded1984]

We need more Joe's

[@dennisud]

Get a Native-American actor and make a true and action packed movie as this will be popular!

[@TheEvilCommenter]

Good video 👍

[@TheChris2470]

I can't believe I just sat through 2 whole minutes of advertising for gross overpriced cereal

[@leestark9513]

Factboi: I don't have the healthiest diet in the world... Also Factboi:

[@nimrodthewise836]

I demand someone write this movie immediately..

[@Bran_Nuthin]

Merry Christmas!

[@Amethyst_Dragon_]

A true Hero , Legend.. A real badass for real.. An amazing American