We Were Soldiers (2002) | First Time Watching | Movie Reaction

[@Cherokee9898]

Hal Moore’s wife, Julia, was a major figure, during and following Vietnam, in setting up the system the army now has in place where a chaplain and an officer personally deliver the news of every fallen soldier. She also helped set up army family support groups for families who had a member on deployment or who lost a family member.

[@jfel1432]

There's an award in the army named for her. It's for civilian contribution to the army.

[@michealwolf4295]

Um no they was already doing it in Germany long before this war.

[@MySkybreaker]

@@michealwolf4295 Um yes you can literally google it. The US had no system in place for casualty notification until her complaints to the pentagon following the Battle of La Drang.

[@McBrannon1000]

​@@michealwolf4295just a slight correction, What Mrs. Moore did was create a special department dedicated to notifying the family with compassion. Up until then the military just sent a telegram. The idea of a priest/minister coming with the notification is a myth perpetuated by films and novels. There were no dedicated Notification Teams pre-1965.

[@Robert-mq5jx]

Bullshit. That policy was in ww2

[@raythornton8578]

As a two tour combat veteran of Vietnam I appreciate your heartfelt emotions watching this movie. I know that so many people still don’t understand what the soldiers went through in Vietnam. Always remember that all scars are not visible.

[@TheEfvan]

Thank you for your service, sir.

[@mattconner6416]

Thank you for your service and welcome home

[@lw3918]

Thank you. My father participated in this battle. He wouldn't watch the movie because he said he didn't need to. It's also a better depiction of the Vietnam War than other movies.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Please thank your father for his service! I can't even imagine how hard it must have been for him!

[@lw3918]

@@popculturallychallenged You're getting ready to see.

[@popculturallychallenged]

@@lw3918 This was the most intense movie we've ever seen. Most of the movie felt like a long version of the beach scene from Saving Private Ryan in intensity. 😭

[@lw3918]

@popculturallychallenged Funny you say that. My grandfather ( father's father) was on Omaha Beach that morning too, My dad watched that and cried. Literally 3rd time he did that. The first two being when his parents died.

[@vincecommando7575]

Your father and those who served in the Vietnam War. Deserved way more honor and respect than they recieved from our society and our government. Far more disgraceful was our government's failure to defeat an enemy that was very defeatable.

[@hoshinoutaite]

Hal Moore's wife, Julia, pushed the Army extremely hard to create a better system for casualty notification. She's one of the big reasons that the Army has survivor support networks and casualty notification teams, that consist of actual Army officers, and that whole support network is still used today. Hal Moore himself retired from the Army as a Lt. General (three stars). They are both synonymous with what "Army Strong" means. Fort Benning was renamed Fort Moore in their honor, one they truly deserved.

[@rtm27]

One of my high school classmates father was one of the medics during this battle. He was awarded a Silver Star for what he did.

[@popculturallychallenged]

WOW!! I wish I could meet one of these brave men just to give them a hug and thank them! - Toni 🥰

[@Smokeater4444]

Don't feel too bad , I am a Vietnam Veteran , it took me 23 times watching this video to be able too see it all the way through ,Too Real You could smell the enemy before you could see them & it was the same for them on us, Food , Cigs some Fluids are different for each of us , So that helped a lot at night , Remember the War doesn't end after the War is over !! Freedom isn't free , All gave some !! Some gave it all , Great Pod cast Folks Hand Salute from an Old Tired Nam Veteran

[@mattconner6416]

Same for my dad... Thank you for your service, and welcome home.

[@chada7094]

I have this movie. To all those who have served you r life has meaning , your sacrifice does not go unseen. Thank you s aren't enough to convey appreciation for all you have done. Looking forward to this and your reaction.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Very well said! - Toni 🥰

[@steveflores820]

My brother was in this battle. He survived but would pass of Lou Gerhrigs disease 20 years later. I do watch every year to honor him. As a veteran myself I get so emotional watching it. I have a very soft spot for Vietnam vets. RIP

[@jhilal2385]

Toni's Hallmark movie guy, Marc Blucas, is better known from his time as a regular on the "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" TV series. His sergeant who called in the illumination rounds at night is played by Ryan Hurst; Opie from "Sons of Anarchy" and the deafened 506th PIR paratrooper from "Saving Private Ryan"

[@popculturallychallenged]

I've never seen Buffy the Vampire Slayer so will need to go take a look. 😉 I'll have to add Sons of Anarchy to our list. Thank you, Toni 😊

[@jhilal2385]

@@popculturallychallenged For something lighter, Ryan Hurst was also in the 2004 remake of the comedy "The Ladykillers" with Tom Hanks

[@UNC030]

Ryan Hurst is also Gary Bertier in Remember the Titans (2000)

[@jimmyc3755]

Sgt. Mackenzie playing on the last charge is the perfect music for this attack. Gut wrenching. The Vietnam memorial is worth the visit if you are ever in DC. This is a hard film to watch for anyone, without tears.

[@popculturallychallenged]

We have seen the Vietnam Memorial about 21 years ago but would love to take a our girls to see that as well. - Toni 🥰

[@johnstrickler2238]

Just wanted to say thank you for doing this reaction. My uncle fought through this battle, and wouldn't say anything until he was nearly passed. It's always a personal one for me.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thank you for joining us! 🥰

[@acdragonrider]

🫡 A heartfelt salute and lots of love and appreciation to him, you and your family. Which company was he with? I read the We Were Soldiers Once and Young book many years ago.

[@johnstrickler2238]

@@acdragonrider I believe he said Bravo, but at the time I was more concerned with trying to help ease him through his final days.

[@BigGator5]

"I wonder what was going through Custer's mind when he realized that he'd led his men into a slaughter?" "Sir, Custer was a pussy. You ain't." Fun Fact: Breakout role of Jon Hamm. Fort Moore Fact: On 11 May 2023, Fort Moore, previously named Fort Benning, in Georgia, was named in honor of Hal Moore and his wife Action Star Fact: Jon Hamm later said, in tribute to Sam Elliott, that the fifty-eight year old actor participated in the boot camp training of the cast, without exemption. Hell Week Fact: According to American Sniper Chris Kyle (RIP), this film is shown to the U.S. Navy special forces recruits to inspire them before they begin the "Hell Week" stage of their SEAL training. Historical Fact: Although many of the names are never really seen, or said, throughout the movie, very careful attention was paid to ensure every member of the company was represented properly in the film. For every person that was a member of the company in real life, there was an actor on-screen, most of whom resembled the actual soldiers themselves. A total of three soldiers were awarded the Medal of Honor for the battle represented in this film. Joseph Marm, Jr. received his shortly after the battle, Ed Freeman on July 16, 2001, and Bruce P. Crandall on February 26, 2007. Freeman and Crandall were helicopter pilots who flew frequent relief and resupply missions into the heart of the battle when medevac choppers could not approach. Joseph Galloway was awarded a Bronze Star for gallantry for carrying wounded men to safety at the Battle of Ia Drang in 1965. He was the only civilian awarded the Bronze Star during the Vietnam War. The real Joseph D. Galloway stepped out of the movie theater during a scene, but still approved the film. His explanation was: "That was my nightmare for 36 years. I don't want to see it again."

[@BigGator5]

Unfortunately I will have to miss the premiere. I tried to work on it, but I am watching something else. I will watch the reaction tomorrow. Go in Peace and Walk with God. 😎 👍

[@popculturallychallenged]

@@BigGator5 No worries Gator! We'll see you next time! 😃

[@757optim]

Thes air cav guys were first and developed the tactics those of us who followed would use, though it varied with the terrain. A lot of single ship and hover holes (or small LZs) in the central highlands. Larger formation combat assaults in the delta.

[@blueeyedcowboy8291]

"I wasn't mentally prepared for this" @ 8:30. I knew at that moment, this was going to be a hard ride for Toni. Not even just the war scenes. The delivering of the telegrams makes this different from a lot of war movies. Such an amazing movie, though.

[@popculturallychallenged]

This was definitely the hardest movie we've watched for the channel so far but it was an amazing movie!

[@Reshtarc]

I worked as a Janitor for 6 months with a man that was at LZ XRAY He was a Medic in this unit. He landed in the first wave. Was wounded 3 times. He was an Immigrant from Belize. Joined the Army for citizenship. Survived the war. I met him 1998.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Wow, that's so cool. Did he share his stories with you? Did you thank him often? - Toni 😊

[@romansOneSixteen]

I've only seen my old man cry twice in my life. One was when my grandmother passed. The other was this movie. It shed some light as to why he never opened up about this time of his life.

[@popculturallychallenged]

A huge Thank you to your father for all his sacrifices. Give him an extra hug from us when you see him next time. - Toni 🥰

[@jabronidave3612]

I'm a navy vet and glad you chose this one

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thank you so much for your service!! We appreciate your courage and all the sacrifices you and your family made. - Toni 🥰

[@waterbeauty85]

17:09 Tom Metsker was fatally shot right after he gave up his spot on the helicopter to his friend Ray Lefebvre. Ray's wounds were so serious that he now believes that if Tom hadn't gotten him onto that helicopter and to medical aid when he did, he would not have survived. He believes that he owes his life to Tom's selfless act. Tom's daughter, Karen, only a year and a half old when Tom died. It was too painful for her mother to talk about in detail, so Karen grew up only knowing that her father died because he had traded places with another soldier, and she blamed that unnamed soldier for her father's death. In 1990, U.S. News & World Report published an article about the Battle of the Ia Drang Valley which described her father's death and named Ray Lefebvre. Karen arranged to meet with Ray at a reunion of vets of 7th Air Cav (BTW they're one of the few units from the Vietnam war that hold regular reunions, and veterans believe the the support system this created has help give this group a lower than average rate of PTSD related tragedies). Talking with Ray and the other vets, Karen learned how much they all loved and respected her dad. She learned what close friends Tom and Ray had been, and she realized that Ray would have given up his life to save Tom if he could have. The meeting gave her answers and closure, and, moreover, the vets gave her a second family that could understand and help her deal with her pain and loss like no one else could. On her way to the reunion, Karen was initially afraid that she was going to meet a bunch of cold blooded killers, but instead, she said afterwards, they were like "a bunch of teddy bears" to her.

[@duanetelesha]

Buckle up Toni, you're in for a rough ride. This a rough movie.

[@popculturallychallenged]

You were 100% correct. - Toni 🥰

[@LukeLovesRose]

To me, We Were Soldiers is the greatest Vietnam War movie ever made

[@acdragonrider]

I prefer this, Deer Hunter and Casualties of War to The Platoon and Apocalypse Now

[@jcrhdd]

People need to understand this was the first real battle of the war. These guys were just learning hoe to fight the VC. I have watched several of these reaction videos to war movies. I can tell people who have never served or been in combat have no idea what it's about. Our military wax the greatest on earth. Right now with Biden in charge its more like the end days of the %own army. They did exactly what we are doing. Let men dressed as women join then other people that had been cong😅uered basically bidens idea of the military is lets let drag queens run the show. 😅🎉 The men in this battle are all heros in my eyes!

[@jeremyorthman1873]

When this came out, there was a story in the paper when PVT Nakayama's wife and daughter saw it in the theatre. I can't imagine being a family member and watching the story of their loved one's death.

[@antonioramirez4763]

One of the reasons and goals why I wanted to join the marines is bcuz this movie and black hawk down. Took the test and failed, maybe it was a sign of god telling me not to go. Good fucking movie.

[@xwhogafx815]

Well I hope you found something just as honorable to kickass at

[@antonioramirez4763]

@@xwhogafx815 I have my son, that’s my blessing.

[@antonioramirez4763]

@@xwhogafx815 I’m an operation manager and security for a club and CHANNEL 2 CHICAGO CBS NEWS. IM BLESSED WITH MY FAMILY. ❤️

[@upmostanimal8265]

Oh I love this movie! My grsndfather served in the war and regards it quite highly.

[@rayvanhorn1534]

As a multi-generation veteran I appreciate y'all watching this. Its a tough watch, especially considering the accuracy taken from the book. (Next film give "Unbroken" a watch; it's a true story about Louie Zamporini...a WWII vet). David, tell your dad I salute him for his service. I did 24 years in the USAF, was a flight mechanic on C130s. Miss Toni, thank you for the sensitivity & good heart...we could use more people like you these days. God bless you both.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@k17reactions]

I know that the real Hal Moore was on set to help with the realism of the movie. I have heard it said by some veterans that this is the most accurate war movie that's been made.

[@popculturallychallenged]

❤️ - Toni

[@dallinn9164]

I really love this movie. It’s incredibly sad, and by the time the scene where Hal finds Jack, wearing the bracelet with his newborn daughter’s name, among the dead I just can’t hold it in. And I usually never cry over movies. I think it’s because of how it portrays the soldiers as everyday folk, husbands, and fathers before the war, so their deaths are more impactful. I grew up a military brat too. For that, this movie really sticks with me. When I was in DC I made sure to get a good look at panel 3E on the Vietnam veterans memorial.

[@KGardner01010]

When it comes to showing realism in films, Mel along with a few others, can often do it very well indeed, as he also did with the film, "Apocalypto" . . . Back when this film first came out and after being shown in cinemas - I think in an interview, Mel said, it needed to be done, but told in the right way so as to show what it was exactly like for those who would never see, or be a part of such a thing in their own lives . . . So not only did he talk to the real Hal Moore and the journalist to get any of their memories, but also to as many of the men from it who were still alive - and who wished to contribute their own thoughts for it (but only if they felt they could!) . . . Needless to say that to those who took part in this battle, they all really appreciated the dedication Mel took in bringing it to life in film for them all as a bittersweet memory . . .

[@charleshays5407]

In 2002 and 2004, I did reserve duty at Ft Benning (now Ft Moore). The second time I was around the corner from the Ranger School. The movie We Were Soldiers was mainly filmed there and there is a cast photo at the lobby of the Ranger School.

[@jerrymail]

12:39 Before the helicopters land, the 105mm howitzers fire into the area in order to neutralize any enemies hiding there. Then, it is up to the helicopters to fire on the area, not necessarily to kill, but to force the enemy to hide and not shoot at the soldiers disembarking from the "Hueys". that's why it seems like they're shooting anywhere. And then, soldiers disembarking shoot all around to cover the remaining disembarking soldiers and helicopters landing. In Vietnam, the vegetation is dense, and visibility is very reduced; you can never know if there are hidden enemies or not. “We Were Soldiers” is one of my favorite films about the Vietnam War, it is also the most moving for me.

[@boki1693]

How can you not like Toni. LOL. And David is an excellent provoker that gets the best reactions out of her. These comments were made during the prechat stuff.

[@popculturallychallenged]

😂 - Toni

[@lukenshazard127]

This is my wife’s favorite war movie because it does show the spouses side of service.

[@popculturallychallenged]

I liked that they showed that side too!

[@marvinpetty731]

Hacksaw ridge is another great movie, and based on a true story !

[@donaldstone540]

Joe Galloway, civilian reporter, received a Bronze Star for his actions at LZ X-Ray in the IA Drang Valley, RVN 1965

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thanks for the info!

[@TheEfvan]

According to their own reports, the North Vietnamese Army had to constantly modify their tactics because of the unexpected tenacity of American troops. The book "We Were Soldiers Once, And Young" was written by Col. Hal Moore (Mel Gibson) and Joseph Galloway, the young journalist portrayed by Barry Pepper in the movie.

[@popculturallychallenged]

That is so awesome!! - Toni 🤓

[@JACK-O-MAN]

See the 55 day of Peking movie is a classic and true story of history

[@randyobrien2836]

The way the soldiers were treated when they returned from Vietnam is a disgrace, I get fighting mad when ever I think about it. Spitting on them calling them baby killers. All these years later I still get pissed.

[@gregzaffuto4507]

There is a KZbin video on Seargant Major Plumley and his long military career and all the awards he received. The man is a certified hero and badass... served in WW2, Korea, and Vietnam.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Wow, will need to go on a search. - Toni 🤓

[@jfel1432]

"Snake" Cranall was awarded the medal of honor for this battle. He was one of the only pilots that would go in the battlefield.

[@cherokeekid9491]

"Too tall" Freeman was also awarded the congregational medal of honor for his actions in this battle.

[@ChicagoDB]

“Taking Chance” ~ starring Kevin Bacon. An absolutely superb movie for Veterans Day/Remembrance Day or Memorial Day…and no blood and gore. I think you will love it. It’s only about 90 minutes long and I personally think it’s Kevin Bacon’s best film.

[@brandaoz]

In África,during the colonial war(1961-1974), portuguese officers walked around the troops to give orders and keep the moral up..often they got killed,because up is a bad "place" to be in combat.

[@popculturallychallenged]

WOW!! Very interesting, I would have asked them to crawl around.... -Toni 😔

[@kevinerose]

That is either the roughest to watch or one of the top ones. But it is important to watch so we don't forget about reality in the world. Nobody should have to see this. And yet we send our young people out there to see it first hand.

[@SgtSplatter782]

friend's dad was a Skyraider pilot back in Vietnam. when you heard Broken Arrow come in over the radio, shit got real.

[@popculturallychallenged]

😳 - Toni

[@bigstyx]

My father-in-law was in WW2, Korea and Vietnam died in 1972 as a lieutenant colonel when my wife was 11 years old. Never met the man but he gave all to his family and country. To this day it still hurts my wife. God bless these men.

[@aurobinson9309]

My grandfather got to fly Hal Moore a few times in his Huey before the war ended

[@popculturallychallenged]

Wow! The stories he must have shared…. - Toni

[@williambranch4283]

Most realistic movie of a recent war. My older brother etc were in this war. 'Murica!

[@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710]

Hello, this was the First Battle of the Ia Drang Valley. " Hey! " KZbin video: "Vietnam: The Soldier's Story" Doc. Vol. 1 - "Ambush! Battle of Ia Drang"

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thank you for sharing, we will take a look. - Toni 🥰

[@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710]

@@popculturallychallenged Hello, I first learned of the battle through the son of Howard K. Smith (a television news anchor ). His son was in the battle and produced the documentary. About 10-15 years later the book and movie " We Were Soldiers Once...and Young " was released. I've seen the movie several times. A south Texan too. As is often shouted in unison upon the streets of Kyoto, Japan and elsewhere: " Hey! " KZbin video: 2017.3.26京都橘高校吹奏楽部京都さくらパレード交款コンサートパーカッション

[@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710]

@@popculturallychallenged Hello, this video arrived in my Recommendations List today: KZbin video: Medal of Honor Pilot Bruce Crandall, 1st Cavalry Veteran of Ia Drang (Full Interview)

[@terryv2006]

Can I make a suggestion for a fun movie. It’s from 1971 and it’s called The Sting. It’s an old time caper flick and stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford. It won 7 Academy awards.

[@seeingthruyou]

I think all war movies should list the names of the heros that were there like this film does. My dads uncle was a POW in WWII, a tail gunner in a B-17... I could go on and on about him, I miss him dearly, he was a major influence in my life. What all veterans have done for us is nothing short of amazing!

[@SharonS-fn2ym]

These were the very first troops sent to Viet Nam. This is a true story. The Army was not prepared for any of this. Remember, Viet Nam was way before Technology. This battle lasted 3 days so the intensity is pretty realistic.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Wow, I don’t think we will ever be able to thank our troops enough for all that they endured. - Toni 😔

[@YoureMrLebowski]

1:00 "i'm 90% certain it's Vietnam." that 90% certain sounded more like 70% certain. 😆

[@popculturallychallenged]

50% of the time I'm right all the time. 😂

[@michaelparks5669]

Please remember all those that has sacrificed so much for our country. A co 2nd 325th Batt. 82nd Airborne Division 1971-73. Although I stayed in a paratroop unit at Ft Bragg during the Vietnam war . And did not go I am now suffering constant pain from 29 parachute drops. We gave so others did not have to. God Bless America.

[@hound3000]

There are 4 films that I want to suggest: 1) War film 'Tora Tora Tora' (1970): It is about the Pearl Harbour attack from both sides' point of views. 2) War film '12 O'clock High' (1949): It is about an Air Force Bomber Group during WW2 although it is a fictional group. For this, David, I also suggest that your dad also watch this film since he served in the Air Force, if he haven't watch this yet. Maybe he can watch together. 3) War film 'The Dawn Patrol' (1938): It is a WW1 film about an Air Force group, also fictional. 4) War film 'The Longest Day' (1962): It is a WW2 film about D-Day. I hope you can find these films and react to them. Maybe watch them together with your dad.

[@carthos4402]

The thing that kinda always gets me in this movie, is just how badly Vietnam vets were treated by the American public when they came back.....especially after the Washington Post leaks. I makes the ending speech hit just so much harder....."They went to war because their country ordered them too...." "For we were soldiers once.....and young" The other thing that shakes me up is when that cut off platoon is calling in artillery so close in order to stay alive and save ammo for when absolutely necessary, AND THEN, they have to call it in right on top of them....(artillery is normally meant to land atleast 100 yards away from friendly's, as it can injure or kill from that distance) and in that situation you are so desperate that you are literally playing Russian Roulette in hopes that you wont be hit by friendly fire but stave off the attack that will definately kill you otherwise......my God......and then to live through that, definately makes the Sgt Major Plumely's line of "thats a nice day Sgt Savage" hit harder too.

[@lawrencekoprowski6480]

Thank you for the reaction. History to remember. Such brave men .

[@paulkavanagh1032]

This was the sweetest and most genuine reaction I have ever seen. This is a great movie. Watching it again with you made it better. It was a genuinely golden moment for me.

[@popculturallychallenged]

I’m so glad you enjoyed our reaction. Thank you for watching with us! Happy Thanksgiving!!🦃 - Toni

[@bradthackston5217]

The last seen when they seemingly didn’t hear the air support there is a thing called target fixation and it’s usually in fighter pilots but can happen to ground soldiers also and it’s where you are so focused on one thing you don’t realize anything else happening around you

[@francismcknight724]

New to your channel and respect to you both through this film. There's a big difference in knowing something and seeing it depicted. I have served in Australian Army for almost 28 years. Kudos to you for taking your images down during the listing of the deceased veterans. Two more movies from WWII, directed by Clint Eastwood are Flags of Our Fathers and Letters from Iwo Jima. Both depict the US Marines taking Iwo Jima, one from American viewpoint, the other from Japanese perspective

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thank you for your military service and thank you for watching with us. We have added your recommendations to our list. - Toni 😊

[@TECHMAN132]

Just to add a note because my new subscriber to this channel just to let you know that war historians to consider this one of the most accurate depiction of this battle Everything was correct, , rolling thunder was when every aircraft would've engaged This needs to be seen. These men were not treated right when I came home none of them anybody who said the Vietnam Not many people might know this, but we did not lose one battle in Vietnam, not one But we lost the war not there, but here I am a veteran of the United States Navy in 1990, The first time in Iraq

[@TD-mg6cd]

Barry Pepper plays the photographer/writer, Joe Galloway. In SAVING PRIVATE RYAN he was Jackson. In the newest TRUE GRIT he played Ned Pepper. How many times does THAT happen?

[@jhilal2385]

Since you have seen "Band of Brothers", some other true stories that you should watch in honor of certain holidays and anniversaries: December 7th - "Tora! Tora! Tora!" (1970) January 8 - "The Buccaneer" (1958) January 22 (Isandlwana Day) - "Zulu Dawn" (1979) January 23 (Rorke's Drift Day) - "Zulu!" (1964) Anytime Feb or Mar - "Letters from Iwo Jima" (2007 February 23 (Iwo Jima Flag Raising) - "Flags of Our Fathers" (2007) April 25th (ANZAC Day) - "The Lighthorsemen" (1987) May (Asian-American Month) - "Go For Broke" (1951) May 1st - "Zero Dark Thirty" (2012) May 14th - "Battle of the Japan Sea" aka "Nihonkai Daikaisen" (1969) 3rd Saturday in May (US Armed Forces Day) - "American Sniper" (2014) May 24th (Victoria Day) - "Charge of the Light Brigade" (1968 version) June 4th - "Midway" (1977 original) June 6th (D-Day) - "The Longest Day" (1963) June 27th (Memorial Day) - ??? July 1st (Canada Day) - "The Devil's Brigade" (1968) July 4th - "Gettysburg" (1993) July 16th - "Fat Man and Little Boy" (1989) September 17th - "A Bridge Too Far" (1976) November 11th (Armistice Day)- "Lawrence of Arabia" (1962)

[@buddystewart2020]

It's been a while since I've seen her cry, let me check this out. 'That was over the top intense', huh, kinda like war I guess.

[@katymorgan327]

all this really happen , ya can even read that commanders book about it ! you can also look up the pictures that media guy took during the battle !

[@popculturallychallenged]

It's so sad that it happened! - Toni 😔

[@76JStucki]

When they first land they are firing for effect to create a perimeter. I think. (I’m not a veteran and I don’t know anything about combat, that’s just my assumption)

[@ThistleAndSea]

This movie is a special one. Tough to watch, but worth it in the end. Thank you for sharing it.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Our pleasure!

[@billhambrecht5096]

This story is based on real life experience. In 1965 the army wasn't prepared for notification later in the war they did send a officer and a chaplain.

[@popculturallychallenged]

That is so sad..... I wish it never had happened but am so thankful to all that sacrificed so much. - Toni 🤗

[@timm2428]

In the silence of the night,you really do always hear the screams, especially your own.

[@TheRagratus]

Ft Benning GA. was renamed Ft Moore, as in Hal Moore. FIRST TEAM!!!! "If you ain't Cav? You ain't shit!"

[@Layer67]

Fun fact, Fort Benning was renamed Fort Moore after the Lieutenant general Hal Moore!

[@popculturallychallenged]

That is so cool!! Learned that on this channel. -Toni 😊

[@Beuwen_The_Dragon]

While it’s good that a fort gets named after General Moore, they should have made a new Fort and named it Moore, rather than disrespectfully renaming Fort Benning for political purposes.

[@Layer67]

@@Beuwen_The_Dragon as far as I know, Benning in real life was a confederate officer would actively fought against the union and a traitor to the constitution. During the civil war, rather have it named after a man who actually fought for the US than a man you hated it and fought against it.

[@TD-mg6cd]

I wonder if war planners who dreamed up the Air-Cav realized that once committed they had to win or die. Going in, the first 60 had to wait a half hour for the next 60, and so on. But, as Lt. Col. Moore said, if you're trying to evacuate 60 at a time, the enemy can easily overwhelm you as your numbers diminish.

[@YoureMrLebowski]

6:30 +1 you get more points when you know their names. Kerri Russell

[@popculturallychallenged]

I think I watched Felicity with Toni back when it was on TV. 😂

[@TheChrisPineWorkshop]

I was watching another one of your reactions and this came on automatically after and I was immediately surprised and scared for Toni. This movie depicts the reality of war! War was once idolized and glorified in hollywood and these movies that show it for what it really was are brutal because it was brutal. Not saying this movie is absolutely without embellishment but war is horrible! There is true HORROR" involved here. The liberals back then would shun these men and spit on them and so forth. They were disrespecting the families as well with that behavior. It is the same today. We rise for the national anthem to respect these people and what they did and sacrificed! Period! Brutal reaction! Sorry For Toni! The telegram thing was also depicted in WW2 in the movie "A league of their own" I assume that was also accurate. Yes it was completely BS! You need to let Toni only watch comedies for a few months. :) God Love you both!

[@maxsparks5183]

The artillery preps the LZ before the troops land. Trying to kill the enemy and to set off mines and booby traps before the helicopters hit the LZ with their troops. Then the troops land and recon by fire to see if any enemy is there. That is, they shoot into the foliage. The door gunners on the slick helicopters transporting the troops fire into the grass and bushes as well as they drop off their troops. Later in the war they learned to use Cobra gunships to fly in and prep the LZ’s as well.

[@traceywoodward1354]

Read the book "We were soldiers" by joe galloway...hes the reporter played by barry pepper

[@freespirit9981]

You watched jaws. Something most people do not talk about is the captain of the ship who was on the USS Indianapolis. For a reaction replay that scene from jaws then watch USS Indianapolis the movie. Think the captain in jaws really put things in to prospective when watching USS Indianapolis.

[@frankdoe4940]

I totally understand the emotion but damn, she cried like every 3-5 minutes lol

[@mattmc5069]

I liked that it showed the womens side of this too. They held families together, often large families while each and everyday they wondered if thier husband would return. They had to control thier emotions and keep things as normal for the kids as possible AND take care of finances, cleaning the house and of course child care. I slaute the women on the home front as well. They where soliders too. I fully respect her decsion to not look at the names. It would be too emotional to know who was coming up next with the whole day to think about it. One name at a time was easier and only as they approached a house. And she couldnt risk seeing hals name. If she did it would break her down she couldn't allow that the other wives needed her. Those ladies deserve a star for doing that job.

[@oldgeezer3324]

This was the first major engagement of US troops and North Vietnamese troops in Vietnam. Before US Army 7th deployed there were just military advisors. One of which was USMC Master Gunny John David Card, my friend. It was such an odd feeling to have this man come to attention and salute me when I walked into his presence, it always felt so backwards.

[@dannygreenland4853]

A great movie one of my favourites, a very sad movie with a a great soundtrack, all the soldiers who fought and died there u have my respect, war is evil and cruel.

[@charleslatora5750]

Something not quite as similar to this. Also, Vietnam era is the movie that's off and forgotten. The siege at firebase Gloria. This is an action that happened during the TET offensive by the Vietnamese.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thank you for your recommendation. I have added it to our list. - Toni 🤓

[@peterschairer488]

David - Why are you having Toni watch this movie? Any movies with violence leaves her in tears.

[@scottpurcell8833]

When my dad was in vietnam, they sent my great grandma (his guardian) a telegram, twice and then found out he was alive barely both times, later. when they sent the telegram saying he was alive the second time, she went balistic on that cab driver and told him dont ever bring another one no matter what. she couldnt take it anymore. The second time he was reported dead, he was in a body bag in the helicoptor flying out to sea to the boat when the gunner saw the bag moving different from the wind. He cut that bag open and my dad sat up and dude almost jumped out of the chopper.

[@VETdude382]

When they landed the first wave and were firing at nothing, that is called a "Recon by Fire". Highly discouraged by our current ROEs, today. It is used sparingly when going into a known enemy controlled area of operation. It is meant to hopefully get the enemy to return fire (if they're present), and maybe get the element of surprise. Plus, like the name entails, it is a reconnaissance of an area. Back then maps weren't accurate or nearly as detailed.

[@BillBailey-r9x]

I enjoy your reactions, this was very hard for me watch. This was very real, and this was what it was like. lucklily when I was in hosp, the chaplin and my mom showed up to tell her. She was watching a war pic and the ending where the chaplain just showed up and etc... She just got over that when my mom was at the door. Anyway thanks for your reactions, I enjoy them very much.

[@EdwinSemidey]

This movie hit to close to home for me. My dad served 2 tours in Vietnam, was wounded on his 2nd tour

[@stever3145]

Thank all of you Veterans for your Service! Unfortunately it seems like we are going to need their Service again.

[@fire12wife]

So ready to watch this!

[@aussiemal8701]

Great reaction to a very hard to watch movie. "Danger Close.( The battle of Long Tan)" occurred a year after('66) Ia Drang battle and is from the ANZAC perspective. 108 Australian soldiers against 1500-2500 VC.

[@LarsonPetty]

31:56 Each of the rotary guns on the helicopter are Dillon Aero M-134s and have a 6000 round maximum fire rate capability. That's 100 rounds of 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition every second. If anything, the movie has Nerfed their lethality dramatically.

[@YoureMrLebowski]

11:04 Hallmark movie reactions are underrepresented on youtube.

[@popculturallychallenged]

Might have to let her pick a Hallmark movie for the Christmas season! Ironically, the movie she has shown the most interest in seeing is Hacksaw Ridge! She really wants to check that one out. I've never seen it but the trailer looks like it's going to be rough!

[@timbressler1402]

Everything was true in what happened..Hal Moore was on set talking to Mel and everyone on set

[@popculturallychallenged]

That's awesome! Thanks for the info!

[@mikearmstrong8483]

Based on true events. The overall story was reasonably accurate, but not everything in the movie was true. There was no bayonet charge, no helo with miniguns hovering in the enemy camp, and Broken Arrow as presented is a pure fantasy. It refers to a specific type of nuclear weapon accident. It does not, and has never, referred to a unit being overrun, and there is a very specific reporting procedure to a very specific level of command; one does not declare Broken Arrow by just yelling 2 words into a radio. Half Moore didn't have final say on every line or scene in the movie, and some artistic license was taken by the director, quite possibly without Moore's knowledge.

[@traceywoodward1354]

Col moore...sgm plumley...maj crandall...all 3 bad ass leaders ...bad ass men

[@paulamaggard6499]

You should read more about Hal Moore - an amazing & honorable soldier who found his calling.

[@popculturallychallenged]

I would love to learn ALL about Hal Moore!! Must be such an amazing individual. - Toni 🥰

[@fredericramsey3688]

War is dark business.. This captures it.

[@popculturallychallenged]

That's terrible. - Toni 😢

[@antonioramirez4763]

Got to watch BLACK BAWK DOWN!!!

[@popculturallychallenged]

We've got that one on our list! 😃

[@76tennboy]

Pretty darn sure this is my favorite that y’all have reacted to

[@popculturallychallenged]

So glad you enjoyed. - Toni 🥰

[@meridius-]

Thank you for doing this one, nice reaction 👍👍

[@popculturallychallenged]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Jeffro5564]

I prefer this movie compare to fictional accounts like saving private Ryan. Least with this movie Hal Moore was consultant to this movie and made sure it was accurate to best they could.

[@susanliltz3875]

Bless all the soldiers!!!

[@popculturallychallenged]

Absolutely!! Thank you to all our military families. - Toni 😔

[@ReeseMacalma]

You have to watch Lone Survivor together too!

[@Reshtarc]

each of the mini guns on the chopper could fire 6000 rpm. or more.

[@popculturallychallenged]

WOW! - Toni 😳