U.S. Army Sergeant Recalls Harrowing Combat in Vietnam and Near-Death Experience | Terrence Bucklew

Terrence Bucklew was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Initially trained in communications, Bucklew accepted many different assignments on his lengthy deployment to Vietnam - from field wireman to door gunner to running night ambushes.
Bucklew offers his raw history of service in Vietnam, including how he woke up inside a body bag and his frustrations with the rules of engagement, which Bucklew says prevented a decisive U.S. victory.
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[@LouiseStastny]

Do you authenticate their military service? It looks bad when some of your veterans faked their service. We need to make sure real veterans only are sharing their stories.

[@JJJ-lf8fy]

You should be ashamed of yourself for hosting these fakers. This guy is full of it.

[@markjohnson4643]

Please AVC, "trust but verify". His stories fall apart under scrutiny

[@standingvertical3048]

@@LouiseStastny Damn Right!!

[@mtnvortex]

@@JJJ-lf8fy I agree, and made a similar comment. It's amazing how many people just eat this stuff up, actually kissing this guy's feet, for his "service", in the comments. Kind of scary to see this level of gullibility in the public.

[@JeremiahPTTN]

As an Afghan vet your final comments hit me to the core of my soul.

[@rikijett310]

Thank you for your service. May God bless you always!!! ✝️🇺🇸✝️

[@duped8273]

Thank you for your service.

[@bubbie3533]

Iraq Vet here, Mr. Bucklew's last comment was powerful! You can hear it in his voice and feel this man's war is still ongoing. God bless him and the rest of the war fighters out there! USMC (2004 - 2007) Iraq (TQ 2004 & Fullujah 2005). 🇺🇲🤘

[@rogercrouch5866]

Thank you for your service!

[@jordant8187]

Same brother. Same.

[@mimilights]

As the wife of a Viet Nam Vet with severe PTSD, among other health issues, I only know what I have seen from him for the past 41 years. I salute you and honor your bravery. I will always love and support you and all men and women with the armed forces. God bless your continued journey. But more importantly…Thank you.

[@bertski7950]

Thanks for being there to support your husband through is struggles... not a common trait in women these days. Sure it was tuff on you, I salute you!

[@mimilights]

@@bertski7950 thank you Brett, but you see, i was dedicated to serve Him. He, and all, served for the very freedom we have in this beautiful country! I will never know what they went through during war, or the pain that they live with daily upon returning home. I believe that in loving someone and taking vows to be with him for the rest of your living days, is a covenant, a promise, and a privilege! Divorce was never an option. Please don’t discredit the wives who could not stay. They have their own stories. I pray that if we learn anything from our vets, it is to love them where they’re at, as they are. And, finally, when the National Anthem is played, stand up and salute them, with all the love and compassion you can exude! We can learn so much from truly loving and committing our hearts to our brave men of war. God Bless all. ❤️✝️❤️

[@heartofthunder1440]

Just doing a little bit of research of my own on PTSD, I have PTSD of my own too, but not due to war, even though when I was young I did have some strange dreams of combat. But do you or have you ever experience real bad deja vu moments.

[@adamfrazer5150]

I can't find many words to articulate how I feel, but I've spent half my life reading, listening and learning from men such as these, and trying to grasp what these men endured. I can imagine a lot. I can empathize. I'll never know. But I can respect and admire them. Soldiers sacrificed, families and generations suffering - it was on the behalf of people like myself, and words like 'grateful' are no substitute for the way I feel about all who wore those times on their shoulders.

[@chickenbiscuit4525]

Great should we ever develop the person impervious to conflict struggles. But there's always those forces that lead us in. 🙏 This guy is a notable brave man who has touched his time on the western front. Hero's or Pioneers to the core.

[@sandranatali1260]

I feel the hurt that lies deep within this man. I think the hurt is that he fought alongside so many that lost their lives! For what? To lose a war, they weren't allowed to win. Thank you, Sir!

[@zegotashalom3881]

I was about to really lay it on you, but when you said "they weren't allowed to win" you said it all. The Soldiers, or Veterans of Country did not lose the war, our poor politicians did. God Bless the Veteran Baby Boomers. 1776

[@mattnewrocki4943]

Nobody wins in war. But they did stop communist china at north korea to this day.

[@EarlAllenBoek]

Lost a war???? We killed a million of them.

[@medievalman71]

War in general scars the soul. That's why I try to help the veterans I know.

[@bugstomper4670]

@Christopher Moore Those were civilians climbing that helicopter, that wanted to get out. Are you a bot?

[@bctloaded985]

His job was well done even if it wasn't finished. He deserves all the respect in the world.

[@monipenny408]

You mean he should kill more vietnamese farmers? Why they hell was US marine over there in the first place? Fighting commies, freedom and democracy? by killing more people than the VCs. These are hired mercenaries.

[@mylegalassistants]

Yes he does ❤ My father-in-law did 2 tours and I remember how much he suffered in his heart for what happened to those he served with but didn't make it back home. He shared things with me that he'd never even shared with my mother-in-law. I watched a million tears fall from his eyes while I held his hand and cried for him and the things he saw in Vietnam. The things that our brave men were told to do and if they refused, they were shot in front of the rest of their group by their commanding officer😭😭😭😭😭 It makes me so angry when I think about the senseless death of so many of our brave men and women! They're sent off to fight over political reasons.... For the brave soldier who made it back home to be treated the way they were is heartbreaking 💔 It was yet another war that we had no business being in, that sacrificed our soldiers lives forever 😢💔😢💔 GOD bless this Sgt for all he did for a country that didn't treat him well on his return home, and the other Vietnam soldiers, because they did what they were told to do. Sgt. You and all veterans are in my heart and prayers. Thank you for your service. The daughter of a Marine Captain that fought in the Korean war... RIP dad I'll miss you forever until the day I see you again 💔🙏💔🙏💔🙏

[@danpatterson6937]

"Didn't finish the job" Son of a bitch but that hurts. I think he spoke for all the men in service; I am so sorry for what you all went through and the barriers that were intentionally put in your way. My eternal thanks.

[@glendaharris7219]

Ugh! What Dan said! God bless you sir.. so sorry politicians gave US a bad deal, and our soldiers. We so appreciate all of you.. welcome home!

[@rudydedogg6505]

Well over a million of us served in Vietnam and each of us has memories that will remain with us for the rest of our lives. When asked what his service meant to him I felt his words were coming from my mouth. Later, when we left Iraq so abruptly, I had a knot in my gut just as I had when we fled Vietnam but the debacle in Afghanistan was soul crushing. So many young, proud and capable Americans sacrificed themselves in so many ways and for what?

[@deanchappell1314]

9/11 was an inside job to force us into believing we were at war. Industrial complex just making more money using the best men of the military. Those responsible have been brought to justice. God's justice will prevail on the rest. The public will eventually be told the truth of it all.

[@Jayhawk_Nation]

Amen brother! Former vet here and I absolutely couldn't agree more. Thank you for preserving our freedom and your service to the American people and country 🙏. We can never forget!

[@Jayhawk_Nation]

@@jonasjelich4576 Because of the others who came before us we owe it to them not to give up to preserve what they handed to us. Rightfully it's our job to preserve and respect the freedom and sacrifice that was intrusted to us. If we fail all the sacrifices made are for naught and I do not operate as such!

[@1fromtheroad]

Welcome home. Glad you are here.

[@monipenny408]

For you and other US marines, you might think you are heroes, sacrificing your lives out of loyalty to US, but outside of the US, US marines are simply mercenaries committing atrocities abroad. There is nothing to be proud off, US marines are simply killers and murderous, and are still doing it.

[@davemc162]

This interview is by far one of the best on Vietnam combat I’ve seen. So honest, calm, and thoughtful. He is such a brave and fine individual. Thank you.

[@steveniksid5874]

Check out "Vietnam Voices" on KZbin if you haven't seen them yet.

[@monipenny408]

Why is he brave? US marine under false flag pretext, traveled 6000 miles east, as mercenaries for US MICs, they are by definition hired mass murderers albeit unwittingly out of their blind loyalty like the Nutzis of WW2. US was never under any threat not then and not since.

[@monipenny408]

@@steveniksid5874 Quite the contrary, I don't care for idealogies. You kill you're a murderer, does not matter if you relabel it as "freedom and democracy" or not. Truth hurts, but unfortunately, truth does not care about your or my feelings. US marines post WW2 have lost their legitimacy they are equivalent to Nutzis who claim "we are simply following orders". Not acceptable then, not acceptable now. People like you are reasons why US belligerent MICs policies have continued to this day. YOU are complicit in the murders of farmers in the middle east and elsewhere.

[@bettyh3747]

The calm comes from self censoring. I learned that the more quiet there is in their demeanor the more they experienced.

[@nancyfaircloth3224]

My husband was in Vietnam and has told me this same thing.

[@dancrafton89]

I'm a Vietnam veteran and I feel like you do. Our politicians lost that war not us. They wouldn't let us do what we needed to. Then pulled out and didn't back them when the North didn't stop fighting. It was almost 50 years before I heard a Thank You for your service. Thanks to all our Veterans for their service. God bless all of you that have served our country.

[@nejwheels2779]

Why did your army killed civilians in My Lai?

[@mkd7961]

@@nejwheels2779 myb cause they were trying to kill them

[@Marleena133]

Thank you for you service

[@mtsky-tc6uw]

never talk about my 'nam experience unless by chance another vet i encounter---i am embarrassed about the whole mess of ravaging a country we had 0 business being there--the millions murdered for no reason other than to kill people--never saw combat,worked on camera drones at da nang--these guys who wear there nam ball caps are an embarrassment ---your not special,you were used by the neocon war mongers--stop promoting yourself...fool--it was an unrighteous war

[@Fannyschmeller2002]

Brother I’m not American but on behalf of my English brethren I thank you for your service . Nothing but respect for our servicemen both British and American

[@georgestephens8226]

As a Vietnam veteran, I can relate. Many times we were restricted by the rules of engagement. I blame McNamara and Johnson for the way they directed the “war”.

[@m.m.1898]

I also blame Nixon who while running for President deliberately sabotaged the peace talks there just so he could get elected. That man was pure evil.

[@EricScott-jr8wl]

So true, I 100% agree....plus add in the POS General Westmoreland. SP4 DOUG, 101ABN, RVN, 68-69

[@WW5RM]

Hanoi Jane's fault!

[@johndeere8594]

I guess I would have been in trouble all the time because an unloaded weapon is useless.

[@jobyblackburn6459]

thank for your service

[@BMF6889]

I was a Marine platoon commander in Vietnam 1968-69. I can confirm at least in my experience that many of the rules of engagement were pretty much crazy. To avoid civilian casualties while on patrol or a sweep, no round in the chamber and no magazine in the M-16. We were not to return fire unless we could positively identify the target as an enemy (note to self: The Viet Cong wore civilian clothes). There were many other nonsense rules such as it was a court martial offense if didn't wear a helmet and flak jacket, which on a night patrol or ambush could make a lot of noise with thing banging against them. Did we follow all of those rules? No. My platoon had magazines in their rifles and a round in the chamber and there were times when I sent Marines on nighttime patrols with floppy hats and no flak jackets at their decision. I think lawyers make the rules of engagement, who ever they were, they were never in real combat And agree with this vet. The only way to win a war is to commit overwhelming combat power aggressively to break the enemy's will to fight as quickly as possible. In stead of a war of attrition in Vietnam, we should have invaded North Vietnam and have been dune with it. Heavy casualties in the short term. Vietnam was ten years of fighting and we lost 68,000 men and women killed all for nothing. In April 1975, I participated in the evacuation of Saigon as a Marine company commander. It was salt in the wound to have to be a part of the surrender to the North Vietnamese.

[@oktoberwolfe2726]

Glad you made it out and for what its worth. Thank you. Welcome home.

[@johndawson1886]

Semper Fi!

[@abelcastro654]

Your right sir. I've always said. The United states should have invaded north Vietnam and destroyed them. Just like.in North Korea. We had better commanders back then. General MacArthur. Who invaded north Korea. The only way to win a war. Break them. First

[@donaldadams2939]

Welcome Home Marine and Thank You✝️🙏🇺🇲

[@EricScott-jr8wl]

That was also in the 101 ABN, 68-69. NO round in the chamber, and could not shoot till Charlie shot first. Such BS. A 20 year old could have run that war better then Westmoreland and MacNarara. May they both rot in hell.

[@jamesbecker3420]

As a combat wounded Afghanistan vet, I feel his pain... : (

[@beebers99]

As a North Vietnamese civilian whose family fought americans you people are baby killers. This man never should have left the damn bag. Long live THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM!

[@maxcullen3427]

Respect from England sir

[@Fannyschmeller2002]

More respect from England sir 😂. Nah seriously though I rate you guys highly and have nothing but respect for you guys love from England brother ❤

[@farrongodwin8582]

This Man wanted to win and Risked his life He is a True Patriot. Thank You Sir God Bless You.

[@oldazzrapperwithskills9286]

Fact's, man teared up because he felt they didn't win the war. Not because he was hurt, or the gruesome things he witnessed. But because he felt like they didn't win the war. 💪

[@matthewt.3582]

This country owes you a debt of gratitude, a true hero you are! 😭

[@treadhead]

SPOT ON MATT , WHEN CALLED , THEY SERVED THEIR " TOUR OF DUTY " , LIVES LOST , INJURIES SUSTAINED , COMING. HOME & DEALING WITH WHAT THEY EXPERIENCED . TO THE VIET - VETS , THANK YOU , ALWAYS REMEMBER THEM , THEY SERVED . **** TO ALL OF OUR BROTHERS & SISTERS WHO RAISED OUR RIGHT HAND AND TOOK OUR OATH OF ENLISTMENT , PAST , PRESENT AND FUTURE , THANK YOU ALL !!!!!!!!!!

[@jabberwocky1797]

This bloviating pole climber deserves the Medal of Honor. Grunts who fought in Vietnam should put this guy’s picture in their foot lockers to inspire them before they run five miles with a field pack on. His harrowing adventures of perimeter security and the story of him riding shotgun were terrifying and he certainly deserves a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for wrecking his jeep

[@leonkayak]

What an Honor for this man to mention Afghanistan with so much love and support. Politicians lose wars, not the soldiers

[@Afterlife7377]

Politics destroy everything

[@Afterlife7377]

They destroy everything worldwide

[@mikelittle6530]

This man laid it on the line with his service and his commentary. It was real and heartfelt. No one could ask anymore of him.

[@j.p.jensen8801]

As an Iraq veteran I feel the same way. We left and allowed everyone who trusted us enough to help us be slaughtered by ISIS. We left our weapons there to be used by the enemy to undo any good we had accomplished. Nobody cares. Afganistan, the same thing only maybe even worse because we left some of our people there to find their own way home and allowed the Taliban to dictate our withdrawal, the how and the when. Disgraful and frankly, embarrassing.

[@ogearbox6132]

Never forget the betrayal of the democrats brother… “democrats then, democrats now!”

[@SoundOfFreedom35]

@@ogearbox6132Democrats or Republicans that’s just a mind trick to divide US. Democrats use to be way better they say but screw em all. I don’t vote and will never because I run my life not a politician

[@andrefromelpasotexas3236]

@@ogearbox6132it was actually trump who developed and initiated that process, Biden just followed through

[@danodonnell7218]

😢😢😢 thank you isn't enough! Not that it's right but you're in good company. Some for us appreciate your service ❤❤❤

[@Grequierecafe]

I escaped going to Vietnam for blessed medical reasons. This man makes me want cry for so many reasons. When I was 19, I wanted to go to Nam. My mother begged me to go to school instead. When I was 23, I was drafted and swore they’d never get me over there. Health made it so I didn’t have to go anyway. --This soldier’s last point is so profoundly true for so many theaters of war, and for a lot of other “campaigns”-in the broadest sense. I salute the people that went because they had to and the people that volunteered AND the people that went because they didn’t know what the hell else to do.

[@DavidDavis311]

Every time I see these heroes interviewed it makes me think about the state our country is in and how absolutely UNGRATEFUL people are. Makes me angry.

[@deandynamite1672]

David Davis, well said! 100%

[@mimilights]

For what it’s worth, I am grateful❤️

[@Allyourbase1990]

I agree

[@robertisham5279]

They weren't heroes they were survivors.

[@charlesbawden5924]

Thank you for your service. Never forgotten. Always appreciated.

[@mtnvortex]

So you actually believed all of that? K

[@Drop_off_on_the_right]

Wow! This one had me in tears literally. It was short but profound. “Didn’t finish the job.” This is so haunting for him and Americans who lived through this era. We go to Afghanistan and what did we learn all those years later?! Much like Vietnam the legacy and failure stretches across more than one presidential regime. I think in some respects, Vietnam was worse because we lost magnitudes more men and women. The war caused social unrest. It definitely left a scar on us as a nation. The problem with Vietnam and Afghanistan is not that we could not win militarily. It’s politically where we failed to win the hearts and minds. It’s politically where we could not sustain a government that effectively wasn’t elected by the people. The same reasons we failed in those wars are going to be the same reasons Russia will fail. You cannot control or govern militarily. Anyway, back to this veteran, I felt exactly what he was conveying. It’s painful because my dad lost his high school buddy over there in Vietnam at the age of 19. I was taught by my dad to never forget him and to this day I don’t. I’ll never forget the day I made the journey to see the Wall. Willie Tucker, Toledo, Ohio. I’ll never forget.

[@PuffKitty]

Willie Tucker 🕯️

[@emmanuelbediako7682]

Didn't finished what ,killing. and destroying more Vietnamese souls,what a disgusting human being ,animal I must say . He can get on the plane ,go to Vietnam and fight the war again

[@BabyCharlotteschannel]

Amen Brother, Amen! 🙏🙏

[@schweizer1940]

My son said almost the same words when came back from the wall with a picture of Doug Atwood's Name for me. I wore my dog tags I had plated in gold for fifty years after the war to remind me of the cost! The a year or two ago I thought I was about to be relieved of duty and gave them to my grandson. Damm, my duty was extended!

[@xg3400]

Rip Willie Tucker 🙏🏽

[@gregw.1288]

As an Iraq, Afghanistan veteran, being in Mortuary Affairs, I have never watched a video so deep, touching, well spoken, and being able to see what you described in my mind. This poor man will never forget it.

[@MattMonk]

Imagine waking up in pain, inside a body bag, abandoned in the middle of the night and not knowing what was going on. If that was the ONLY thing I experienced, I'd have nightmares for the rest of my life.

[@michealpierson8316]

I served from 81-87 and live in awe of men like this. Thank you SGT for all you did. You did your best and may you find comfort and peace knowing some gave all. Know there are Americans that appreciate and respect your service. Welcome home and God bless you. Respect

[@davidortega357]

Thank you sir for your service your areal hero thank u terry

[@Fannyschmeller2002]

More than just Americans bro I’m over here in England and I appreciate the sacrifices these men made . I highly respect the boys here in England and the same goes for America way I see it is US and UK are on the same side and fight the same wars side by side you guys have our respect just as much as our own men do ❤️

[@arlenevandeveer2244]

A real hero, like all the men fighting for us. Thank you Sir and God Bless

[@nejwheels2779]

Why? He is murder

[@evanking9502]

I’m shipping out to boot here in a few weeks and listen to these story’s are chilling and give me nothing but pride to join these men

[@wilsonmatt8611]

I've never served but I have a Huge amount of respect for Every person who does. Love and Respect From Greenville SC

[@Justme-oo5oe]

Thank you for serving our country

[@curiousone2581]

Best of everything to you!!

[@ebisu8824]

*stories

[@davidfrancis6947]

I wish you all the best. CWO3 USN (ret)

[@keithfurr7224]

Thank you sir, those in charge didn’t finish the job, I’m proud of what you and the other boys accomplished, we owe our freedom to you and men like you who have served this this country for the last 250 years. God bless.

[@conniegnesda9720]

The eyes are the windows to the soul. This man still carrys his nightmare around with him. Thank you for your service and to all who served.

[@DirtyShwa]

I'm so happy so many Vietnam veterans are coming forward now and sharing their stories with us. We missed so many interesting stories from WWI, WWII and Korean war veterans. I'm so happy that the few surviving WWII veterans are also sharing their stories. Makes me wonder if I'll have any military stories to share some day.

[@ronaldwhalen8143]

What an amazing man. You have nothing to be ashamed of . You did everything you had to do and much much more . And you did everything you supposed to do and much much more. Never think you didn’t finish your job. You finished your job my friend and did a marvelous job . Thank you for your service sir. You are an amazing man.

[@bryanessing3344]

This man is a hero

[@arkybaldknobber8062]

nope...he's a fraud

[@deborahwarren8343]

Thankful for your service, I was Living in Texas when all of the draft happened an a brother was sent off.. Those times sucked for all of you. It makes me cry to this day

[@thatbluefa5913]

Exactly. You went and did the job to the best of your ability. Thanks for your service out there.

[@asian_mando]

This one hits home... Thank you for your service, Sergeant Bucklew.

[@JamesSmith-iy5nm]

wow. my heart goes out to this man. he did the best he could with what he had to work with, got injured and left for dead, and is still upset because he thinks he didnt finish the job. balls big as church bells he's got. you did your job soldier, be proud you made it back, we are.

[@IronSikh44]

What a phenomenal interview. No nonsense, no bravado, just simple, real responses. I loved what he said about rules of engagement and inner pride. God Bless all veterans past, present, and future. ❤️

[@jimwells9342]

Much respect for you sir! I appreciate your service! I'm a Desert Storm vet. Didn't face anything like you guys did.

[@brucestalker7605]

To Mr Bucklow thank you for going and doing the job sir. You were and are needed for this nation especially now , We are in a dark place the whole country. I look up to men like you because you were brave and American military the reason we have a nation. No thing I can write will lift you to your proper place , but you are honored in the heart of the people.

[@rusty_shackleford2226]

"Cause I KNOW. They feel the same way." That level of pain is known by a few. And we are all lucky for it.

[@Dovid2000]

A true hero. I take my hat off to you, sir. Thank God that your life was preserved.

[@jonnygotaboomboom2906]

My undying gratitude for your service and sacrifice.. May God comfort and strengthen you always.. 🙏🏻❤️🇺🇲

[@FlordosAcores]

Forever Grateful for your Sacrifice, Sir! Much Respect, Thank You! Never Forget❣️We absolutely need to hear more from our sacred Veterans!

[@stevenjames7779]

God bless you brother. I cannot even fathom the pain you and other Vietnam vets still feel to this day.

[@johnpowers2921]

I worked over 40 years for AT&T climbing poles I was in the Submarine Service at the same time as this guy and knew lots of guys like him. Climbing poles at home is tough enough but in country being shot at,,, hats must be off for them

[@JJJ-lf8fy]

In your opinion would they put a rookie with no training on a pole?

[@arkybaldknobber8062]

John...wake up...this guy is dreaming up these stories

[@dopium1770]

This is hands-down one of the best one of these interviews I’ve seen thank you very much and thank you for your service

[@Solhai]

Thank you for your ongoing service and being candid with such integrity.

[@rikijett310]

Sir. Thank you endlessly for your service and may God bless you always. ✝️🇺🇸✝️

[@TheLastArbiter]

That part at the end was brutal. To give that much of yourself, to lose your friends, and have it be ultimately for nothing. And to watch it happen again to a new generation.

[@user-uq1lg9mt2b]

Terry, thank you for your service. You should be proud of yourself and the things you and your fellow service members accomplished in spite of the muckidy mucks. You said you did not finish the job. You were not ALLOWED to finish the job because of the bureaucrats. This country owes for your work and dedication. THank you again for your service and know that many true Americans are proud of you.

[@badguy1481]

I remember listening to a pilot on guard. He wanted "approval" to shoot at some VC or North Vietnamese troops who had shot at him then ran into a Buddhist temple. He was talking to his commanders back at base. "Hey...I can see them. They're standing at a window looking at me". His answer came over the radio: "You are NOT authorized to shoot at a Buddhist temple". There was a long argument, over guard. But I'm guessing he just gave up and went about his business. THAT is how the Vietnam War was fought!

[@bertski7950]

Sounds like the mosques in Afghanistan in 2010. Although we could return direct fire if receiving fire from a mosque... we could not call in indirect fire. Their TTPs were to shoot through peep holes through 1-2 foot mud walls on the dozen or so mosques in our AO. Thank god for 203s scaring them away and a few lucky hits (which then turns into a "civilian" being medivac back fighting us a few weeks later). They could ambush us all day without putting themselves in much danger completely restricted us as a fighting force. I was an FO, so really sucked for me. Carried a radio for no reason other than to attract the initial volley. TTPs were to target radio operators and corpsmen. Still surprised 12 years later that I am still living!

[@AR15andGOD]

@@bertski7950 they would not offer us the same mercy should we hide in churches... sick

[@manonbassguitar]

God Bless this man & his fallen & survivor Brothers. Thank you for your service to our amazing country.

[@daveminor7028]

This makes me miss my Dad. We lost so many guys that came back here that were still alive. This war took him and effected us all!

[@denniskalivoda]

I was in the Army 1962-1964, I thank you for your service.

[@surferdude8086]

I had a rare opportunity to meet a WWII vet and his wife a couple months ago. I spotted him wearing a WWII Vet hat. He looked like he was 120 yrs old. I stopped my car and got out while my wife and one of my 5 kids sat in the car not having a clue as to why I stopped and abruptly exited the car without hesitation. I walked to this man stuck out my hand to shake his and told him it was an honor to just see him let alone shake his hand. He didn't understand what I said because his wife told me that he was completely deaf but she would let him know later exactly what I said. I believe his wife said he was 102 and she was in her late 90s. I know I will never see that again in my life and what an honor it was. It would be just as equally an honor to meet this man. Thank you, sir.

[@jimjones308]

There's a guy who wears a WW2 hat around my town, elderly man. Enjoys the attention that comes with his hat. Also really enjoys free coffee and donuts and hugs from young women.He served in WW2 about as much as he served in the battle of Bull Run. I have my doubts he was ever in any branch of the military, at any time, but I suppose its possible. Those hats are basically at every yard sale. Just something to think about. If you really want to honor and serve a true veteran who honorably served they always need volunteers at your local VA home. Something as simple as donating magazines and books, crossword puzzles, or DVDS. Westerns and Three Stooges are big favorites. There's also just visiting. Listening. And not just military stuff. For a lot of those guys their military service was 4 unremarkable years spent at a peace time posting. Chasing Frauleins in Germany or fighting cold in Alaska or guarding prisoners at Portsmouth stockade. They don't want to talk about it because it was a long time ago and not much worth mentioning happened. So let them talk about anything. Baseball. Football. Cars they owned. The price of beans. Whatever. It's not as easy as a handshake and a "thank you" but it actually makes their lives better. We've become obsessed with shallow patriotism in this country. Bumper stickers and handshakes and discounts. There's more that can be done and should be done.

[@surferdude8086]

@@jimjones308 Yah ok...... so this man's 98 yr old wife is covering for him. Drink the Kool aid, Jim. 🖕

[@billb4567]

I can so relate to his story because I was in communications as a field wire repair in the Central highlands area of Vietnam in 1970. There is no scarier place to be than up on a rotten telephone pole with enemy all around you just looking to take a shot at you. I look back and wonder how I made it out alive. I can also relate that in the beginning I was scared to death but later you become devoid of fear and just don't think about it anymore because you would never get your job done, and also you think if it happens, it happens.

[@scottwhitley2242]

Welcome home Terrence!! Thank you for your service!!

[@forthehellofit5544]

These interviews are so important. My father never talks about Vietnam. I understand why. So many people got it wrong. America never lost a single battle over there it was a disaster the way it was handled by the politicians, we still have not learned our lesson. We still let politicians dictate how wars are fought. Just a damn shame. This interview got me..

[@superbwater78]

Agree. Not to mention letting them tell us what our moral compass should look like. All for some rich, white dudes who tell us what we want to hear and in the process we are in a constant state of division...all so that they can get the job. Having said this my Grandfather Hardigree was a Marine and fought at Iwo Jima. He was shot but survived and received a Purple Heart. I respect our Military so very much. True heroes and should be treated as such. God Bless You all and thank you very, very much for sacrificing your lives for us. You are loved.

[@yusefs3550]

My uncle woke up in a bodybag in vietnam too. Thats crazy

[@arkybaldknobber8062]

you really believe that?

[@lawrencebeck1144]

so did I, actually was in shock and could hear and understand everything going on around me. I just was unable to tell anyone or ever twitch a finger. forever grateful to my LT who refused to leave my side even when ordered. kept telling me to count backward from 100, I did and I believe he was reading my mind when he would say, start again, you are stuck on 93. it was like a switch after I don't know how many tries when I hit 90, the switch flipped and I came out of it. was told the experience was not all that uncommon.

[@johncarrier1006]

I know there aren’t many words that can fix the past. I just want you to know that you are appreciated dearly and we will never forget the trials you went through. You are loved and appreciated for the things you accomplished.

[@richardthornhill4630]

Washington politics cost the lives of many, unnecessarily. Thanks to all our Veterans who served. Semper Fi.

[@edwardbrouillette7278]

The day you realized you most likely were not coming home and still were able to continue to fight for your country makes you a hero! Thank you for your story and your service.

[@davidortega357]

Platoon was a damned good movie how war can jack u up staring charlie sheen and William Defoe and sgt Elias vs sgt. Barnes PLATOON 🍔🍔 HILL. FULL METAL. JACKET

[@caredesigns]

@@davidortega357 Excellent war flicks. You think that is where "Sgt" Terry got his war stories?

[@Rollercoaster555]

@@davidortega357 there is a paper back book with the title platoon it is about 3 26 marines not army like the movie.I saw the movie it took me right back in the beginning humping up hill in double canopy.it is the only movie about the nam that I have seen.the rest are garbage.that was in 1986

[@brennanpatrick]

Thank you for your service, sir! My father is a Vietnam vet and he shares a lot of the same feelings as you. Watching this reminds me of him.

[@jasonlovell3934]

Y’all did what was asked and all decent Americans are extremely grateful for your service. Thank you.

[@machelletenbroeck2214]

You finished the job to the best of your ability. Thank you for your service. I lost many friends in that war.

[@jaredlincoln7201]

My father wore the same hat he served with Americal his second tour. Thank you for your service!

[@kenzpenz]

I wore that same hat during my second tour in Vietnam, as a Company Commander and only lasted two weeks when I was shot by an NVA in my left arm. I can not believe the BS we went through. The BN CO flew around overhead in his small chopper keeping the NVA posted to our location. Thank you medivac for hovering overhead for so long dragging me up through the jungle and to the hospital. I still have the arm, looks like crap but works hey !

[@arkybaldknobber8062]

@@kenzpenz ... Ken...you believe his story?

[@jacobbisseljr.5424]

Thank You brother! I was requested to attend the draft board 3 months after I tried to join the Navy which rejected my offer due to health issues. But after I was rejected at 17 by the Navy I went to every service door by door and the last one was the Army was at the end of the hall and when the Sargent saw me walking out of the Air Force office and walk towards him he said nope if they don’t want you I sure in the hell don’t want you and he pointed towards the door. And when I got my draft notice the medic checked me out I got classified we 1H bottom of the barrel.

[@andrefromelpasotexas3236]

What for? If you don’t mind my asking

[@Youreatowl]

My grandpa was a linesman in the army in Korean war! He had some stories he would always talk about how they always sent 4 or 5 of them out to fix small stuff 2 or 3 would be spotters 1 would go up and 1 was tossing tools up. Grandpa said he got so good at it he could fix a line in under 2 min

[@jonnymoka]

Mr, Bucklew for your service, patriotism and valor. Remember you did what you could. Sorry for your lost friends sir.

[@eddyalvarran2239]

Thank you sir for your service to this country and all your sacrifices. God bless you .

[@Bat21bravo]

God Bless you Terry, damn glad to know you. Id' do it for you because you did it for me, love, a Veteran. SEMPER FIDELIS.

[@lindajones8895]

Welcome Home. Thank you for your service. I'm a Navy Veteran. The military loves to change orders

[@Ann-kw1pn]

Thank you sir. I think you did your best, and that's enough. So many avoided this reckoning. You fulfilled your duty, and it is appreciated.

[@fload46d]

I'm with you 100% brother. God bless you and keep you.

[@maureenorourke3292]

Terrence Bucklew you were chosen because you could be trusted to do your assignment even if it killed you. God loves you. He woke you up in the body bag because your work was not done yet. I'll bet you have helped others simply because you care about others and doing "the right thing, right." Carry on good soul. USAFRN,Capt.retired.

[@terrybrown2556]

Unreal what politicians do to our brave soldiers. Thank you, all of you veterans and those still in service, from the cook to the Seal, you are all Americas heros.

[@monipenny408]

American heroes???? Are you kidding??? Was America ever threatened by vietnamese farmers? The entire US military are hired mercenaries, stop kidding yourself mate.

[@joeleonard1314]

Nothing but respect and gratitude for this man. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@ronaldwarren5220]

Welcome home brother. Draftee here 67-69. Most of the money the US Army spent on me was a waste during Vietnam. I did not work in my MOS, my efforts over there were mostly wasted on doing paperwork that was meaningless as far as helping the grunts. I was on the Long Binh Reaction Force and went out to defend our perimeter on 23/24 Feb 69. That was the only time I ever fired my M14 while there. I was exposed to Agent Orange and am now on disability. I did join the Army Reserves in my home town and got to use my experiences there. They sent me to schools and I got to travel a lot. Made good friends. The GI Bill did pay for my college and the Reserves paid for my medical training and my career in a civilian and Reserve hospital. I met my wife at my first duty station after Infantry AIT and we have been married 54 years. I "repaid" my medical training by volunteering for Desert Storm but that war ended 11 days before our unit was shipped out. May God bless America and save us from some of our ungrateful citizens.

[@57ryanearl]

He said it best himself, “Me lie.” Gotta vet these dudes

[@Aggie826]

He did serve in VN but definitely embellished what he did there. Some of his comments were taken directly from Platoon. He was drafted and served only 2 years and made E5, I doubt it.

[@donpizzo8963]

Some of the recollections of vet service (like this interview) after 50 yrs is amazing

[@mosesgonzales8820]

Thank you sir for your support and service god bless you

[@Nevada1948]

I was a 72B20 with A Co 69th Sig BN at Camp Gaylor. Arrived in country through Camp Alpha Oct '66. Served at USARV comm center when Gen. Westmoreland was there then transferred to 1st Sig Bde HQ villa under BG Terry and later BG Van Harlingen. Made Spec 4 there. DEROS Oct 67 thru 90th Replacement Bn, Long Binh. Exciting time to be alive ;-)

[@barrygerenski6259]

I feel for him fighting a war that we shouldn't have been in. Thank you for your service and to all veterans alive and dead especially my grandfathers.

[@mr.g1683]

Yep it was a war of choice. Again screwing the most amount of people.

[@Sp3ctr354]

@Barry Gerenski, A war that we should not have been in? Let me guess, WWI & WWII are other "pointless" wars that we should not have gotten ourselves in? Leftists invade, mass murder, & do whatever the hell they want. Just let evil do its thang, I suppose, because what could possibly go further wrong?

[@barrygerenski6259]

@@Sp3ctr354 are you an idiot Hitler was taking over we had to step. Along with the other countries that did. You obviously forgot the bombing of Pearl Harbor?

[@mr.g1683]

@@Sp3ctr354 FYI its was a proxy war and the U.S. leadership were sucks that let us get drawn into it. Instead of getting a pair of ba&&s to go straight to the head office of the problem Moscow. Just Like Trump and Biden neither had the ba%%S to take down Iran...

[@cowtoyscbc]

Semper Fi Marine our Hearts and Prayers go with you we all feel the same.

[@jameskimberly7092]

The last words were the most intense. Thank you for your service and sacrifice

[@user-cm7jp4pv8w]

Thank you Sir for your service. I hope you hear that everyday.

[@eriksomnas]

This is a great channel. I love that you give the veterans room to speak and in their own pace instead of trying to cut it into 10 second clips.

[@wegngis]

His cadence is slow and deliberate, and I found myself hanging on every word. A truly gifted storyteller.

[@cdthompson8472]

Sgt. Bucklew, I've been honored to listen to your story of your experience as a soldier in Vietnam! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service! You haven't heard enough praise or received enough glory and honor for your service to our Country, but please receive it now. You are loved! ❤

[@danielhughes5517]

Wow!! Thank you so much for being a soldier Sgt.!! I am always thinking of you soldiers

[@childofYah777]

Thank you for your service that goes for everyone in the comments that is a vet may the Lord bless you and keep you may the Lord protect you may you have Shalom always

[@TriangleChoke69]

A reminder to always support our veterans.

[@dmaextraordinaire8205]

What an absolutely terrifying experience = All of it! Thank you for your service Sir and for carrying on your family’s legacy.

[@cesarguillen1590]

Sir.. on behalf of my family and my humble self THANK YOU .because of patriots and men like you WE ARE FREE!

[@michaelbettisworth8938]

Bless you sir and all vets. Thank you for your service! So grateful for men and women like you. Puts my civilian troubles in perspective.

[@edwardhopf2654]

Thank you for your service.

[@MichaelGregg-wc2bg]

I thank you for your service and for all you did to keep us free

[@raynorman4315]

Thank You Sir for your Service!

[@victorfrankenstein50202]

God bless you, and all the veterans of the Vietnam War, that had to endure that disaster of decision to invade that hell on earth of a country. We thank you for protecting our way of life, and apologize for the fact that our own country had your hands tied throughout this conflict.

[@annihull6373]

Thank you for your service. Blessings.

[@willaknotts1298]

Bucklew is a survivor for sure..glad too. I was interested in his story. God bless him many times over. I know the officer who relieved Caley at Mi Lai...West Point Lt. Stay strong Sir!