My Worst Day in Vietnam

[@josedorsaith5261]

You vets deserved better than what you came home to. Respect from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@ScrappyXFL]

Yep, dad was spit on stateside.

[@TheUnityv13]

Scotland may have war soon. Islam is coming to take over as well as gender bending

[@keymaster430]

@@ScrappyXFL 😡

[@keymaster430]

💗

[@judahtribe7]

Amen

[@scottstambaugh8473]

I joined the Marines in 1980. You guys were my heroes. Thank you for such amazing bravery and endurance in such a thankless war.

[@bocabec6744]

@@scottstambaugh8473 I have been able to visit Parris Island several times since my retirement. I love being out there and being able to “eyeball” and see what it actually is.

[@tuckerbugeater]

you didn't get the war that made you a hero?

[@scottstambaugh8473]

@ Gladly, no.

[@io3010]

Thomas, welcome home from a fellow Veteran. (Air Force Desert Storm) You did what you had to do when your country asked. Hold your head high, you Vietnam Vets are amazing soldiers! Thank you!

[@tompardon1014]

Thanks, Semper Fi

[@petersclafani4370]

Your gen soldiers were welcome home and celebrated but us vietnam vets were treated like crap

[@jevraets53015]

@@petersclafani4370celebrated? I sure don’t remember any giant parades or many people coming up offering thanks. Maybe slightly better than Vietnam vets but a far cry from the homecoming of ww2 vets.

[@dougsnavely847]

Well said

[@stevenjohnson2063]

​@@petersclafani4370that is an understatement. I still have anger toward my own generation because of the way they treated us when we came home

[@jonathansmith7754]

A harrowing day concluded with a heart warming reunion. My thanks for your service, Tim. I'm glad this channel lets us hear your stories. Your sacrifices will not be forgotten.

[@LordDeliverUs]

God bless you Sir and much respect from a retired Army Nurse!❤🇺🇸

[@davelindgren5245]

That was 4 days before my first birthday. It always amazes me what people were going through when you have no problems in your life.

[@wesleyAlan9179]

I also have this thought from time to time. I was born in 82' and sometimes I think about what folks were doing the decade before me, like my parents and their friends, or the decade before that with my grand parents. It's really thought provoking sometimes

[@Bobcatdaddy49]

I too think about this often, good way to remind yourself that things could always be far worse than your problems at that moment.

[@mvubu6823]

Everyday is someone's best day, worst day or last day.

[@Wildcat5181]

Thank you.

[@sunset6010]

LOVE my Vietnam Veterans ! 🇺🇸 Bless each of you 💛

[@charliechurch5004]

They are urs???

[@stevenjohnson2063]

I had a similar experience with my cousin who just arrived somewhere in I Corps while I was on my second tour in Go Cong, III Corps. I got a letter from home on his birthday telling me that he had been sent to Nam. So, I placed Mars call to Arizona and they patched me over to a landline so I called my aunt and uncle to find out my cousin's unit. I didn't take the hours into consideration and I called about 2:00 in the morning, PDT. My aunt answered and I could hear my uncle in the background yelling "Who the hell is calling at 2:00 in the morning?" When I explained that I needed Don's unit so I could call him and wish him a happy birthday, my uncle Ray, (my dad's twin) talked with me for about 15 minutes while Gloria dugout Don's APO address. So I called Don's first sergeant, explained the situation, and he sent a runner to yell at Don to get off the truck and answer the phone. Don was certainly confused until he heard me wish him a happy birthday. That is one of the few good memories I have of Vietnam.

[@wesleyAlan9179]

Thank you for your service. I really enjoyed that story. Thank you for sharing.

[@Bobcatdaddy49]

Thanks sir! God bless you and your family 🙏

[@stevenjohnson2063]

@Bobcatdaddy49 Don was so new in country he thought the first sergeant had mixed him up for somebody else when he had to go answer the phone. I wish I'd been there to see his face!

[@wizardwillbonner]

Welcome home!

[@Bg-lk8hy]

Can you 'F.c.n' believe it! ? Two young men just like that seeing each other right there in the middle of the war him & his cousin! Thank all you Vietnam Vets, I love you all, I was just a kid but I remember the news happening & thinking of you guys pretty much all my life now.

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

@@Bg-lk8hy: I was a Marine over there. I met two high school classmate Marines over there. A surreal experience.

[@RedTail1-1]

It's not that crazy. There was a draft going on. You were bound to run into someone you knew.

[@smittysmitty481]

I’m an Iraq Marine Infantry veteran & you Nam Vets are Heroes to us! We have read & know your exploits well & you men were tough as nails!

[@mrjeh49]

Semper Fi ! (67 - 71)

[@staceysmith4971]

Army vet here. I agree with you. Different breed of soldier.

[@joerobert-qe9cn]

thanks for your service came from era got lucky

[@Wildcat5181]

Thank you. We always knew we were than your guys.

[@danielfayverdier6881]

Semper Fi

[@zzanatos2001]

I'm a retired Air Force master sergeant, and I love to hear stories from Vietnam veterans. You guys had things way worse and are way tougher than I'll ever be. Respect!

[@charlesmiddleton3247]

Welcome home, my veteran brother! You are here today for those who never made it home and to tell your experience so others may know the sacrifices of those who served and gave. I served in the Corps from 1971 to 1975 but never made it there. Lost two acquaintances from childhood there and still think of them. Take care of yourself for you are worthy! Semper Fi.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

My Vietnam Vet workmate died in a traffic accident at work. Don't give up.

[@johnhy27]

​@redtobertshateshandles happy Thanksgiving and all Thanksgiving for your service

[@Patrick-sb2sb]

Welcome home. I did two tours in Vietnam; 1970 and 1971. Charlie Company, 504th Military Police Battalion, 18th Military Police Brigade, Convoy Escort Northern I Corps. Crew Chief on a V-100 Commando Car. Ran Convoy Escort and fire support for Covoys moving from Quang Tri Combat base as far south as DaNang on Highway 1, and and from Dong Ha Combat base as far west as Vandergrif on Highway 9. We escorted all Convoys going to the forward firebases along the DMZ; Charlie 1, Charlie 2, Alpha 2, Alpha 4, Camp Carol, and on out to Vandergriff. Only took One major hit, (rocket propelled grenade). All 4 crewmen wounded, but we all lived and made it home.

[@JustJefferson]

My Family and I are thankful for Your service Sir. 🫡

[@kingsman3087]

US Marines without war is like a mustang without a V8

[@lindasmith8016]

Thank you Patrick

[@tonyguadagno6917]

Patrick My dad was in the 504th MP Bn Co B during WW2. Africa, Sicily, Italy, Southern France , Germany. He went to many reunions and latter some were with Vietnam Vets. Welcome home and thanks for. your service and sacrifice. You served with a great unit.

[@Patrick-sb2sb]

@tonyguadagno6917 Your Dad's generation was truly the "Greatest Generation". I know you must be very proud of him.

[@fload46d]

Thanks, Tim. An AK round is horrific. You earned everything you could get. What an experience! I was in the field for two weeks before they found out I could type. The rest of the time I was a clerk. At first I wanted to just stay in the field and my Sergeant told me I was nuts---did I want to sleep in the mud? So I went to the rear. I later was sent to the awards center where they type up the awards. Lots of phony awards for the officers. But it was a great experience and it still helps me today. You get a "spidey sense" about world events. It was funny because I already had a college degree and was a late draftee.

[@Essays4College]

Interesting story. How did that work? Did they (the military) place soldiers where their skills could benefit the unit? If that's true what skills were most desired by the military? Also, didn't they know who could do what well before you arrived in Vietnam?

[@ShutUpBubi]

@@Essays4College Normally speaking a potential recruit would take the ASVAB which tests you on your basics like math, english, etc etc but more complex things like mechanics for example, depending on how you score on the ASVAB you are then given a list of potential MOSs (jobs) that you qualify for... and say for example you were going to be a vehicle mechanic or something, you'd be sent to a specialized school after boot camp to become a better mechanic to better benefit not everyone.

[@pekolucky]

Thank you Tim, for sharing your story with us. I'm so glad you made it home!

[@sportclay1]

Welcome home! From a fellow VN Vet '68-'69 USN FMF Corpsman. Served with, 27th Marines and 1st Marines. Thanks for your service!

[@ianjarrett2724]

Poor man. Despite his advanced age and failing cognition, his recall of "haunting memories" of horrific combat is deeply ingrained. A survivor of true terror. He is a very brave and courageous man. The true tale of combat is of improvisation, courage, and plans gone wrong. This man passed the test. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@bastogne315]

So rude!

[@joeyd7728]

Welcome home, brother. Thank you for your service, from the bottom of my heart. I truly appreciate all of our veterans who have served and fought for our freedoms. God bless you all🙏🏼x

[@davenewman2751]

I was NG during that time so never saw combat but have always held Nam vets in the highest esteem. Many friends and relatives were there.

[@tomperkins5657]

As my drill sergeant would say, calling out our Army grade, when a soldier called out, "NG! the sarge would say, "NG! No Good!" 😁

[@Cruiserweight190]

Thank You Mr. Groh please know that what you went through is appreciated and we will never forget what you and all Vietnam Veterans sacrificed. ❤

[@markpoore3260]

Welcome home soldier. Thank you for your service

[@jimp5492]

To all Veterans, Especially the Vietnam Veterans I as and Australian Thank You for your Service. I was only young at the time but remember the discusting way you were treated. A lot of you were very young and had to grow up very quickly. I could never imagine what it's like to survive a stint fighting in another country and return home to be totally ignored by the people and the Government at the time. I had the pleasure of knowing a Vietnam Veteran and every now and then he would come out home and we would just sit and talk for many hours , sometimes about the war and sometimes with no mention of it. I treasure those times but I always thought he was like a spring under load. Anyway thank you all for what you do to keep us safe.

[@mattharper588]

Welcome Home and thanks for serving

[@danielhamilton4269]

THANKS TIM! - MY UNCLE- JOSEPH THOMAS GALLAGHER- WAS KIA 2 DAYS BEFORE-HE WAS WITH THE 25TH INFANTRY 1/-5 MECH - HE HAD BEEN THERE 9 MONTHS .- I REMEMBER THE DAY HE LEFT. - I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!! THANKS!!!!

[@johnledbetter2775]

I was with in bravo co. 1/5 mech until Nov 67. Do you know what Co. your uncle was in?

[@amir4r803]

Thank you for sharing

[@markwhite6782]

Tim, I love hearing stories like this. You guys made the ultimate sacrifice for me and deserve to be called hero's. My father was also over there but in the Navy on the USS Oriskany.

[@philbrown9764]

From another Nam Vet…WELCOME HOME Brother. After hearing your story, after all of that, I’m glad you made it back. I honestly don’t know if I could have survived being out in the boonies and was just lucky enough to be stationed on an air base…Chu Lai 68-69 1st MAW MAG 12. I Salute you Sir.

[@raybeavers3123]

Great Story Thomas! Sorry to hear about your wounds and difficult times in Vietnam! YOU ARE A TRUE HERO! You were meant to LIVE, where you could share your stories with all of us, as a historical event! Thank You for your Service to our Awesome Nation 🤗👏👍🇺🇸🫡🙏🙏

[@slagletoby]

Daryl, To remember this detail from 50+ years ago is absolutely remarkable. You’re one tough cookie, and a bad ass soldier. Much patriotic respect to you sir. 👍

[@russbentley7677]

One of the most spellbinding stories I have ever heard. Partly gecause of your memory glitches which I too am now experiencing, so I could actually feel your mind searching for the words. GREAT JOB.

[@Dexks]

Welcome home sir, I never served our military a day in my life but I love hearing stories like yours and others to be reminded how simple I have it as a civilian who’s never seen combat, such an honor to hear your story! 🇺🇸

[@inktime]

You are a true hero. I am Vietnam era, but I did not serve. It was weird because I reported for the physical and the army doctors said I had hepatitis. I came back six weeks later and they still said i wasn’t well enough. So they classified me the horrible 4F. Shortly after they started to pull men out of Vietnam. I aways felt bad about not going. I know I could have been killed, but when I see and hear the vets like my own brother who went, I feel like maybe I didn’t do enough. Anyway it’s over and now I’m just an old man. Thank you for your service to are great nation. You deserve all good things that come your way.

[@matthewbolton611]

At least you tried to go! Don’t ever feel bad about not being able to go. You went twice and was denied. That’s more than what 98% of my generation would do. I was born 2003 and always wanted to serve but I am a type one diabetic so I cannot. It hurts, but that’s life :/

[@kgmail7364]

He’s not a hero by any definition.

[@matthewbolton611]

@@kgmail7364 you have no knowledge. Sad people like you get to live careless lives while brave men like them died in the field. What a Shame u are and waste of air.

[@petegregory517]

My brother was 4F (feet), 6'3" and about 135#. He got his notice and wouldn't eat for (?) weeks up to physical. When he got the news he was thrilled. Up to about 170# within a few weeks. That hard head would have been thrown out within weeks had he gone, probably Dishonorable. Boy had an aversion to following any orders except my 6'2" 260# blue collar dad. Yeah, in the day you got the crap knocked out of ya for not heeding the orders of parents ('50's-'60's). Me? Marines, Nam '72, 92(?) days, non combat, no rice paddies, thank the Lord.

[@rungfang27]

I take your mad because a soldier did your girl, and she liked it so much she started hanging around the barracks, and bought your mom too and that's how you have two little brothers 20 years younger then you.

[@lordofthehouseofstormcrows8615]

Welcome home! Thank you for your service! Because of your generations sacrifice, I was able to serve and come home to thank yous and hero hugs. I am forever grateful and I am so sorry you guys were treated so awful when you returned home.

[@joemc1960]

Your recall is amazing. That was some real heartfelt storytelling. Thank you for your service

[@paulconlan180]

From a fellow Vetran, thank you form the bottom of my heart for your service to your country

[@rolfsteiner8525]

True blooded American...God ....I admire all these Vietnam War G.I.s. ...

[@BigBoy-mt2zt]

Fought for bankers corporations & kings and lords who cared about money

[@55618285]

Welcome home sir and thank you for your service. Lost my brother to agent orange. He was there in '68. Much love and God's blessings to all of our Vietnam Vets. True heroes and deserving of respect.

[@Freebird_67]

My dad was in 2nd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division in Nam. Served the entire war. Can’t recall how many tours. He was based out of Germany where he met and married my mother and I was burn.

[@willmears1111]

Thanks for your sacrifice. You are not forgotten. Vietnam Vet 67-69 I Corp. Phu Bai/Hue/Khe Sanh

[@James-ki6xi]

I salute you Sir. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are a true Hero

[@kennethprice5628]

Welcome home brother, you done good...72 yo Navy Veteran

[@toofyus]

So happy you made it home to tell the story. Much love and respect! ❤

[@Patriot-American]

Tim, What an incredible accounting of your time in Vietnam. I'm glad you made it and also visited with your cousin. Thanks for your service and I enjoyed hearing your story...

[@paulcavnar913]

I'm glad all of that had a positive ending for you, Tom. It was great you managed to meet with your cousin. I had no known relatives in Vietnam, or that were even serving at the time. The first day I arrived at Chu Lai Airbase, I dropped my gear at my tent and went to the enlisted club. As soon as I walked in the door, two different people called my name. One was the guy I sat next to at our high school graduation, the other was a guy I went to radio school with 8 months earlier. There was another guy there that I knew also. It is interesting to run into friends and even family, half-way around the world. :) I enjoyed your video. There are lots of similar stories out there, and I like reading and watching them as it reminds me of that time in my life, especially the good parts. :) Semper Fi from this old Jarhead, and welcome home, brother!

[@Buildinc1]

This guys speech pattern sounds like a form of PTSD . Crazy what these men went through . Respect .

[@jemzargo]

Unless we went through it ourselves we can never understand what these youngsters experienced and how it damaged them.

[@DedBeretta]

Bless you Tim, and all of you Veterans. Thanks for taking the time to share that with us.

[@misawajason]

Thank you for your service, Thomas! Our nation has survived for as long as it has thanks to patriots like you. Hope you're doing well!

[@keithtaylor6069]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. What an awesome man. Thank you

[@mikeconway169]

Tom I was in Tay Ninh as an Advisor and I heard your 'courage' loud and clear. I went back to my district Khiem Hanh years ago and silenced my 'hauntings' through the process of making Amends. Pax Tecum Brother

[@kathrynmalbouvier6640]

You are a brave soldier. Thank you for your service

[@KBrown517]

Well done, Tim. Your nation and I am thankful for your service and sacrifice. I served 25 total yrs, 1967 enlistment in USAFR at first.

[@CamilleCullen-ow6qj]

Thank you for your service sir! It is most appreciated.

[@MattLarkham-nx5uu]

Absolute respect for you sir

[@6Years7YearsNope]

Thank you for your service. And god bless.

[@jackkarns2484]

The real value of these online videos of veterans talking about their experiences is that future generations will be able to watch them. Also, with the aid of these interviews I look forward to the books that will be written and which will give us new insights to the entire Vietnam experience.

[@billr2375]

So many like him i would work next to at the post office---I was 16 in 1970 and worked before school there, many returning nam vets worked full time there---carriers, clerks, drivers,....super heroes I got to work next to and rarey did they ever brag or in some cases, ever speak of their time and experiences there. Thank you Tim.

[@nbmooselovers]

Really enjoyed hearing your personal story Good Sir. I have always been interested in the Vietnam war. And have been drawn to countless Documentary's, Movies, Books and KZbin videos such as this one. I am a 66 year old Canadian. And in 1967 (as a 9 year old) I can still clearly remember my dad eating his supper every night watching the 6:00 pm news. And remember those TV images of young men all strung out in a line in the thick jungle.. facing a barrage of enemy gunfire. So many horror stories of men's lives destroyed....many...even if they were lucky enough to survive the war.. So many family's devastated at home. And so many stories of heroism, bravery and personal sacrifice to save their fellow soldiers. So many Mortal Angels in a Human Hell. So glad you made it home. 🙏

[@Brough1111]

You are a cool headed guy. Thanks for your service. I'm so grateful you made it.

[@jeanettecoleman-mz7ie]

Thank you for the story, what a learning curve in life, which affects your whole life, you look wonderful ❤

[@RedneckHillbilly-ho9md]

Sir thank you for telling your stories. I know it's gotta be hard but we would never have any idea what it was like over there without you speaking about it. Greatly Appreciated!

[@rogerramjet7567]

Hello Tom. Welcome home my brother. I was stationed at DaNang 67-68. Lots of rockets and small arms. I was happy to leave there!! God bless 🙏

[@larryfinley9221]

What a war story. Glad you survived. Thank you for your service.

[@chadh3441]

Thank you for your Service Sir and Welcome Home! Cheers

[@levalpat]

You can tell how he is still impacted from this event from decades before. It took me over 25 years to put one of my experiences behind me.

[@jimfrederich8852]

Welcome home Tim! Job WELL done! God bless you sir!

[@glrtpnc6838]

I have no idea what’s it like to be in a war , let alone a soldier. I see these videos and don’t know what to say, I feel saying thank you for your service is not enough. My prayers to all of you serving, retired , or enlisting.

[@Martyn-NFFC]

Respect, so glad you made it out. Hope your life since has been rewarding.

[@Larryheadhunter]

I spent one year in Di An (Zion) of my 19 months in Vietnam.

[@slvrblkpnstrp9959]

So I clicked on this video because my dad was a door gunner in Vietnam and he passed away back 2022. I knew this video was meant to be because his birthday was February 22nd

Can't say thank you enough to all those who served. We owe you everything

[@NickFromDetroit]

I will always hold all of you Viet Nam Vets in awe! You are just as amazing as all of America’s other war veterans! I was born in ‘67 and grew up hearing the stories from some of them who lived in my subdivision. I also grew up hearing all the anti-war garbage from the Hollywood & MSM left. I joined the Army in ‘88 as a helicopter mechanic and served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm. I still feel ashamed because we got all the praise the Viet Nam Vets should have gotten when they came home. Welcome home, brothers!

[@howardsutton826]

You guys are heroes

[@king_kiff3969]

thank you for telling your story, it was clearly very hard for you to go though again.

[@andyhoms2001]

Thank you for your service sir. You are a good man, and an excellent soldier! God bless you. 🙏

[@earljohnson7675]

Welcome home sir thank you for your brave service

[@Cw-cf7nb]

Welcome home, thank you for all you did for me and for our country and fellow Americans.

[@jaredklug3502]

Thank you for fighting for our freedom. You ARE a real man! God bless you

[@amoore2539]

The US Postal Service hired some of its best Letter Carriers during this period. Tim and I seem to have followed the same career path. Started packing lead and transitioned to packing letters. Loved it.

[@allhopeabandon7831]

I was a Marine 0331 in the late 90s, when nothing was happening (thank God). You sir, are a true Hero! I used to read a lot of Vietnam War non-fiction when I was stationed in Hawaii. What a terrible war, but one where the men of American rose to greatness for one another. I learned that in the military, it's ALL about brotherhood, and it's what made our military so strong in the past. We need to get it back to that, and away from the DEI.

[@DrDemented9885]

I'm sorry about the disrespect you got when you came back home. I hope you got it later on in life and forgiveness that which I cannot state thank you sir for your service and all the ones that didn't come home

[@SpottySidekickDiamond]

What an extraordinary gentleman. My hat goes off to you, sir.

[@SK-xv3hn]

Watched it again, cried again, Thx again! K/75 RGR E/58 LRP 4th ID LRRP.

[@definitiveenergy1878]

That's a true hero right there! Thank you for your serviceTim.

[@craigstarling4704]

Thank you for your Service.

[@HamSlicer]

I watch this video with sweating eyeballs. Thank you and May God Bless those that didn’t come home.

[@jasonbuck489]

Welcome Home My Friend!... Thank You For Your Service To Our Great Nation!... GOD BLESS AMERICA!....

[@roberfaubus3455]

Welcome home I am so proud of you.

[@ReconRat3]

Welcome Home Brother! You guys in the 16th were close to us, at least when I was there. C 1/18 ‘66-‘67 Was a tough time.

[@user-se5zz3yj9c]

So much was asked….and no thanks given…..I am Thankful for each of you….Vietnam, Korea, Desert Storm, and being screwed once more in Afghanistan…too many conflicts to be named to be honest…..please Lord be with those in the Africa Regions that somehow seem to be mention-less in any Media today….🇺🇸 ❤️’s You……and I hang my head in shame for what the Administration’s have done…I hold it High for What You have Signed up to Do👊

[@golf25radioman]

So interesting to hear his story and also to be able to read between the lines of some of what he was relating. I guess I'm correct at least. Having been there and in similar situation. I could see it in his eyes, he was reliving it as he spoke it. As halting as it may have seemed, it's probably how the brain recollects it. I'm glad he made it home.

[@DeweyParrish-dn2zu]

Reno Nv.U.S.A.!!! I don't know you!!! But I love you because of what you did for us!!!

[@seegurke93]

Tim went through some shit. You are safe now, you are home. Nice story with the cousin :) Grüße from germany

[@flick22601]

I'll place odds that he's still going through shit. Can't sleep, memories flash through your mind at the most inconvenient times, and a thousand other things.

[@Vincent-en8kp]

Thank you for your service...your a true Hero!

[@DavidHBurkart]

Respect Sir, and thank you beyond words

[@rogindaUP]

Dear God, I can't imagine what these men went through! Thank you for your Service, Sir!

[@davehiggins5903]

Thank you sir for your brave service for our country, much respct.

[@Chris-td4yd]

Thanks for sharing your story ❤️👍

[@Gwaithmir]

I served in Vietnam for 2½ years, first in the 101st Airborne and then in the 1st Armored Cavalry Division. My only accomplishment was to come back alive. I'm now 76 and still have an occasional flashback.

[@NickFromDetroit]

Welcome home, sir! I hold all of you Viet Nam Vets in awe! You guys are the Greatest Generation, to me. I was born in ‘67 and joined the Army in ‘88. Served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm. I still feel ashamed for all of the accolades we received upon our return that rightfully belonged to you brave warriors. And I completely loathe all leftists who called returning Viet Nam Vets the disgusting, lying names they did, like Hanoi Jane.

[@timburke6235]

it's hard for him to tell the story because as he is telling it he is reliving it. pure hell and terror. The JOY on his face when he talked about meeting his cousin you can tell it made everything not so bad.

[@markh.harris9271]

Thank you for your service, soldier.

[@jerrys2346]

2/22/68 was my 2nd birthday. Sorry you had such a bad day. I'm glad you made it home though!