We Were Soldiers (2002) First Time Watching "Veteran" Movie Reaction!!!

[@deving9793]

Warning ⚠️!!!!!This will be one my most emotional reaction's yet!! You guys are in for wild ride.. I was not expecting a movie this intense and you definitely will see how the events in this movie become VERY overwhelming for me. Thank you for watching and I hope you guys enjoy my reaction to this movie.

[@johnnypatrickhaus890]

Man, Historically I look at ww2 more but ... damn... Vietnam was messed up Snafu×fubar= shit show. Heartbreaking. 💔

[@vicvega4415]

Can’t wait for you’re reaction to hamburger hill, that’s one of the most emotional war movies I’ve ever seen

[@johnnypatrickhaus890]

@@vicvega4415 I agree. Also now all I think about is a good Hamburger. I can't wait until lockdown is done and I can go get a big fuck off juicy burger with bacon on... Apologies.... Carry on 🤙🤟👍

[@RYDER8140]

My farther served in Vietnam with 101st from 10/67 to 3/69. If you want to react to Vietnam films I recommended Platoon and Hamburger Hill.

[@johnnypatrickhaus890]

@@RYDER8140 the screaming Eagles? Did they still have a spade on their helmet in Vietnam?

[@majorleagueminuteman1344]

In the process of writing the book this movie is based on, he became good friends with the Vietnamese commander he fought against depicted throughout the movie. Even the Vietnamese government and historians were suspicious of his motives while he was in Vietnam trying to do research on the Vietnamese side of the battle. After the book was published, he was received with open arms by the very men he fought against because he portrayed them as unbiased as possible and praised their courage, tenacity, and professionalism. He wrote another book after We Were Soldiers called “We are Soldiers Still” highlighting his trip with some of his men going back to that battlefield 30 years later and meeting up with some of the Vietnamese veterans of that battle. They made amends and got on like long lost friends...he writes about how former enemies know each other in a way that noone else in their lives know them, and that if they can come together, heal, and become friends then why not the rest of the world? All of them giants among men, the Vietnamese Soldiers included.

[@jaynefrost3949]

I salute Hal Moore, and wish to emulate the man in as far as I'm able as a military officer, his view coincides with my own, but I don't talk that way with colleagues - I'm already ostracised for doing so.

[@majorleagueminuteman1344]

@@jaynefrost3949 as a military officer you are ostracized by your colleagues for trying to emulate Hal Moore?

[@Jon.A.Scholt]

I've always appreciated Joe Galloway and his coverage of Vietnam. When Ken Burns did his 10 part documentary on the war I was hoping he would consult with Galloway and he of course did. Galloway has such an incredible monologue in one of the episodes; it is paired with amazing editing and the eerie but fantastic score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross and is the sequence that stuck with me the most. There are a great many aspects of that series but Galloway's takes were among my favorite parts.

[@mckenzie.latham91]

Ken burns did the same thing with his long documentary series on the Vietnam war, having the Vietnamese soldiers ad officers as well as American

[@roymoore3156]

The boomers, another great generation!

[@jimirayo]

The scene where the cab driver says "I don't like this job ma'am, just tryin' to do it" brings tears to my eyes everytime.

[@johnmagill3072]

Mine to.

[@rcslyman8929]

Real shit, right there. He knows exactly what it is. Every day, he's got another stack of them. Every knock, he's telling some poor woman that her husband, or her son, is never coming home. And all he can do is walk back to his car, and drive on to the next one. Grim fuckin' reaper.

[@clevelandbci9562]

@@rcslyman8929 100th like. All for you.

[@Valkyrie1911]

The fact that he is older and wearing the old WW2/Korean War era Army jacket always made me think he was a veteran, which makes the whole scene that much worse.

[@cmo9400]

As a military wife..I give props to the wives who started delivering them. I don’t know what the military was thinking at all. I would want to see someone who understands at my door when they tell my my husband is dead and I’m alone.

[@MrLaurielover]

My father was a Vietnam veteran. It wasn't until I took him to see this movie when it came out (because I knew he had read the book) that I learned he was there. In that battle...trying to get those men out. The day my Dad's flag was presented to me at his funeral was one of the saddest and proudest moments of my life. RIP Douglas D. Wallack; First Cavalry, United States Army.

[@alexmason2659]

Same with my grandfather just grateful he came back home were he lived in a place that didn't protest him that honored him and his service

[@timtomlinson5806]

God Bless him!

[@xsidx232]

Rip to a legend and hero🤝🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MrLaurielover]

Thank you so much Tim and XSidx for your kind words. ❤

[@xsidx232]

@@MrLaurielover God bless and stay safe

[@waterbeauty85]

In real life, the daughter of the soldier who dies at 23:20 grew up bitter and blaming the man he traded places with in the chopper, but when she finally went to one of the reunions, she talked him and realized what good friends he and her dad had been and how he would have given his life to save her dad if he could. After that, she was finally able to make peace and come to terms with her loss. A funny thing about the story is that she said she was initially apprehensive about going to meet the vets because she was expecting them to be a bunch of scary, cold blooded killers, but instead, when she met them, they were a bunch of nice, chubby old granddads who were all extremely kind to her because because of the love and respect they had for her dad. She said that rather than being scary, they reminded her of a bunch of teddy bears.

[@randomlyentertaining8287]

A bunch of teddy bears that would've torn any man a new asshole if they tried to mess with her if I had to guess.

[@josharendt8918]

Devin's range of emotions in this reaction is incredible. That's why this channel is so great

[@deving9793]

Mann extremely humbled by your comment.. I truly appreciate the love my friend

[@J4ME5_]

So true.. thank you Dev

[@williammoses6232]

Josh Arendt i am a vietnam vet Been there Done that For real I like this film very much ,,, but it is hard to watch. for me with out tearing up especially the scene with the napalm bombs falling short of the target this film shows it like it was it shows the humorus side, and the ugly side just like 'saving private Ryan' does i find the press as annoying now as much as i did then those clowns acted like this was some sort of tourist attraction they had no concept that that was the real deal

[@josharendt8918]

@@williammoses6232 thank you you for your service sir. I hope when you returned home after the war you weren't harrassed at all

[@williammoses6232]

Josh Aremdt and the same goes to you good sir, what we came home to was a disgrace i was one of the lucky few that didn't have to put up with much of that i most likely would been arrested for choking the shit out of some asshole other wise

[@amiearflin4013]

My papa fault in this battle. Battle of LZ X-ray these men were true American heros! I actually had the honor of watching the premiere at FT Benning with the men that fault this battle. I will never forget. Read the book We Were soldiers once and young. My grandfather was Larry M Gilreath. What an honor and privilege to be raise by just an incredible man

[@iceman4311]

They guy on the cover of the Book Ric Ancola died in 9-11 a hero saving everyone form his office except for the handicap person he was trying to evacuate when the tower collapsed

[@ShamblesMD]

This film was overseen by multiple veterans from that battle, including the colonel and they all said it was dead accurate.

[@Chyll07]

until the ending

[@cincinnati6595]

I remember hearing during the press junket at the time that every actor on the field in the movie was representing an actual combatant in the battle. There were no "extras". Also, every actor portraying a combatant was given a complete back story on that combatant and their final outcome.

[@tunafish8769]

@@Chyll07 Correct the NVA simply withdrew. Also Lt Geoghegan did die saving Sp4 Willie Godbolt. He did not attack the anthill fortifications as depicted in the movie. Lt Joe Marm did that and was shot in the face in the process. He was awarded The Medal of Honor. Hal Moore said the movie was about 75% real and 25% Hollywood. That was one helluva fight!

[@kinagrill]

Which is about a fair enough balance imo. From what I've seen and know, it's primarily harmless differences. Kinda like how Apollo 13 had a lot more drama and stuff than the actual event had. That'd have been a very boring and 'rote' movie if it'd just been a by-the-recording-tapes repeat of history.@@tunafish8769

[@placebo5466]

Everyone gangster until SGM Plumley enters the chat.

[@redrider6580]

Him and Sgt Lipton in Band Of Brothers were from my home state of West Virginia. I'm extremely proud of both men.

[@darkglass1]

@@redrider6580 Yep. Plumbly was from Terra Alta. Been there many times.

[@KahinAhmed72]

@@redrider6580Holy shit, I didn’t know that. Plumlee also fought in WW2 like Lipton has.

[@Thedarkelfnightshade]

Veteran here. I love your reaction to this movie. I saw this after I graduated basic. I cried like a baby and I'm not afraid to admit it. Thank you for showing the men of the army who fought and died in this battle the respect they deserve. HOORAH!

[@deving9793]

I appreciate your comment and service.. HOOORAH!!

[@jaynefrost3949]

@@deving9793 I'm just a helio lockey, not special, but 3 combat tours Afghan, tankbuster by trade bur anti-personnel over there, the movie makes me feel cold. I depleted my ammo and hiijacked a Seaking to evacuate wounded near Hoznah village, worst day of my life. I am guilty of a revenge attack in my AH64D/E and wiped some 26 weapons holding sonsof bitches from the world. Not proud, but nightmares till next task

[@ddylon]

@@jaynefrost3949 I doubt this is a troll but thank you for your service and I’m sorry to hear that the demons of war still haunt you, my father and sister are connected with wounded warrior project and they’ve been exceptional giving them many different resources post deployment!

[@ddylon]

@Sanctus Paulus because I’m not cynical

[@CrimsonRoseDancer]

General Moore and the Vietnamese commander had a sit down several decades later. Two competent commanders reflecting on the battle and each other’s abilities. As an aviation veteran, I start crying as soon as they board the birds and start taking fire and I don’t stop for the rest of the movie.

[@rob7953]

"Broken Arrow" was a code phrase for "We're being overrun." It was a call for an airstrike as close to their position as possible. Moore would have known there was a good chance the strike might hit friendlies, but he felt the situation warranted the risk. Hal Moore was a tactical genius. I love how the film is portrayed as a battle of wits between he and his counterpart on the other side. One of my favorite all-time war films.

[@kkoblens]

The dynamic and editing between the two battlefield commanders is awesome.

[@nrgmanifest]

Yea but dude on the radio still gave the wrong coordinates the second time didn't he

[@tihomirrasperic]

@@nrgmanifest maybe, in battle like this line is dynamic and change so fast, one minute you are here, 5 min later 100 meters beyond, and back again in same spot

[@nrgmanifest]

@@tihomirrasperic That's def possible...but you see that the burnt area is in their own base camp because of all the equipment set up...but what you said is very possible

[@tihomirrasperic]

@@nrgmanifest if you see chaos around... he can't be on three places at once maybe he make mistake, but you must understood, he only give vector for approach for air-force, and pilot target neutral ground, but we see what happens

[@mikegaskamp7987]

I had the outstanding privilege to hear Gen. Moore speak back in 2000. The movie was being made at the time if memory serves. From his lecture, you could tell how intelligent Gen. Moore was, and you could also tell that the loss of his men at Ia Drang was still very painful some 35 years later. Not many men of that caliber are made, but I think they're here to give the rest of us something to strive for.

[@macmcleod1188]

This movie: I'm better with a camera than with a rifle. Saving Private Ryan: Same actor... Shoots a sniper under cover thru the eye through the scope in the rain from 400 yards away. He must be an *awesome* camera man. Edit: Actor is Barry Pepper. And that's his birth name (Barry Robert Pepper).

[@Bob1014ify]

Mac Mcleod, I did not understand your comment until I saw the scene and the actor.

[@amexemoor443]

And he’s left handed shooting a right handed sniper rifle #corporalJackson

[@porflepopnecker4376]

He was also Johnny Goodboy Tyler in "Battlefield Earth."

[@calebhansen3791]

Barry Pepper is an American treasure.

[@andystewart581]

This actually happened in Vietnam. They sent the Marine top sniper to hunt down the NVA top sniper. And that was the kill shot the Marine used. They have used in some movies since then but it was a true event. Gunny Hathcock, USMC.

[@shandrag6329]

Thank you dad, grandpa’s and all the men and women who serve this great country.

[@jordanlaramore5430]

I liked how they showed the Vietnamese soldier and his wife, was an interesting way to humanize them that's not really in other movies. But Flags of our Fathers and Letters from Iwo Jima did an amazing job at showing the two sides of the same battle.

[@rodgomez4424]

Stay REAL bro. Just be yourself

[@deving9793]

Forsho bro.. I appreciate you

[@J4ME5_]

@@deving9793 and we appreciate you

[@pustulio81]

I love Sam Elliott's role in this. "How do YOU know what kind of god damn day it is?" lol

[@alanhembra2565]

I live this movie. Mel was great in it. It’s like watching a tragedy.

[@deving9793]

He did a fantastic job

[@colinm8200]

The part when he grabbed the man's legs and his flesh slipped off like butter actually happened. The Veteran at the end of the movie did a little interview and he said "His boots crumbled...his flesh...slipped". And you can see how hes struggling to talk about it. So that scene was a real thing that happened. Napalm bombs were nasty, thats why its banned now in the Geneva Convention.

[@deving9793]

That insane smh.. I couldn't how he felt during the incident

[@cleekmaker00]

That man was Joe Galloway. He was a news correspondent, and was awarded the Bronze Star for his actions during the la Drang battle.

[@colinm8200]

@@cleekmaker00 Yeah its awful. I couldn't imagine picking up a guy and his ankle flesh literally slips like butter through my hands. I'd be shocked and probably have PTSD for my entire life. Im just glad he didn't commit suicide or something.

[@lawrencedockery9032]

The worst thing about it is that Jimmy Nakayama took something horrific like another three days before he finally died. There was literally nothing the surgeons could do for him so he just had to lay there in agony for three days.

[@crackiechan4432]

Army SPC Jimmy Nakayama. R.I.P

[@kimmjohnston4744]

Col. Hal Moore was a great man and warrior. Honor, integrity and love.

[@nathanmills5311]

My dad was 28 years active duty. I remember him deploying for months at a time and not being able to tell us where. Military families are tough as nails and deserve every bit as much respect as the active duty members.

[@natskivna]

If you are ever in Washington D.C. and get the chance I highly recommend visiting the Vietnam War Memorial. A very moving and sobering place of honor.

[@spencerriggs9741]

Have you seen In Country? That movie ends at the memorial. Bruce Willis brought me to tears.

[@AlanHirschenhoferII]

I wish they would add a panel for all those who died from AO. My father died 12 years after he returned from Vietnam after two tours. He was exposed and contracted Hodgkins lymphoma. It ate his body with no mercy... and he's just one of thousands that died like this from serving over there, they deserve to be honored with their brothers in arms!

[@kennethsimmons1936]

I love you for sticking up for veterans and myself serving in the Navy for 20 years and also my father who served in the Marine Corps for 20 years and 3 tours of Vietnam which started back in March of 1965. So once again thank you so much.

[@emperorkalan]

The guy wasn't "bait", just some kind of scout/observer, but the eager-beaver shavetail LT fixated on capturing him and pulled his whole unit out of position to try to bag a prisoner, leaving it exposed and isolated.

[@tihomirrasperic]

this is green leader, most scary thing in battle

[@Thane36425]

The NVA and VC had some idea about helicopters and how they might b used. After all, the development of the airborne was not exactly kept secret. So they had observers on likely landing fields near their bases. These were eventually made largely unnecessary, however. This was because the Army would almost always hit the intended land zone with artillery and air strikes shortly before landing. If that happened they knew to watch for choppers and see how many there were. Then they could decide to fight, harass, or disappear.

[@Victoria-hy4lj]

Dude... thats a rough movie for anyone but especially for a vet. Perfect reaction. All the love for you man, and respect. Thank you for your service Sir.

[@old_tanker_96]

Col. Hal Moore was an amazing soldier. I loved reading about him.

[@ebannaw]

8:30 You're damn right man. There's nothing more motivating for a soldier than seeing an nco/officer actually lead from the front and protect you from bs.

[@TheKyleMark]

You have to do Hacksaw Ridge. Mel Gibson isn’t in it but he directed it, and it’s a brilliantly moving piece of WWII cinema that’s all about service, and faith, and bravery. You’d love it.

[@thomasdemay9805]

i think he already did it

[@Simyonovich]

Hal Moore's book; "We Were Soldiers Once...and Young; that this is based on, is truly excellent and you can just feel that man's fundamental decency in every page.

[@luckybuccaneer]

I second this. The book is superb and well worth a read.

[@mjkdmain]

As a former First Cav soldier from the nineties, that book was a must read. Great job of telling the unit story.

[@RYDER8140]

Both helicopter pilots earned the Medal of Honor for actions during Ia Drang Valley mission.

[@hydra26actual]

Reminds me of something I read about SOG years ago, I'll paraphrase: Many, many Medals of Honor were earned, some were even awarded.

[@kinagrill]

They got the Distinguished Service Cross originally and iirc, it was Hal Moore that fought the decision for years until it was finally upgraded to the MoH.

[@Anarcho-harambeism]

​@@kinagrillbureaucrats always push down people's achievements

[@johndessoye]

Bruce Crandall, and Ed Freeman.

[@Liftheavy85]

My favorite scene is when the gunnery sgt tells sgt savage "now thats a good day sgt savage" always gets me.

[@rileyandmike]

If you get the chance: 13 Hours - true story The Outpost - true story and watch to the end credits for the real guys Kilo Two Bravo - another true story, perfect score on rotten tomatoes, and I trained some of the real guys from the actual event! Semper Fi

[@dmytro732]

I feel that The Siege of Firebase Gloria is really underrated. It was kind of a B movie made in the 80s, but it carries a lot of that anti-war sentiment that was still around. R. Lee Ermey starred in it. Pretty good.

[@singood7790]

Is the Outpost the one about the base surrounded by mountains and was sitting ducks? If so it's a good film and a terrible idea the military had on choosing a location.

[@rileyandmike]

@@singood7790 yes

[@scott88keys]

As a veteran myself, I have the utmost respect for all veterans. When I came home from the Gulf War we were greeted with celebration and gratitude. Ever since then, 30 years ago ,I think about the Vietnam veterans coming home to people spitting on them, and calling them killers and it infuriates me to this day. I can't imagine going through that kind of hell for my own country to turn its back. This movie touched me deeply, and all veterans deserve respect and these guys are so incredibly Brave and selfless that it brought a tear to my eye. I love your reaction man. You definitely keep it real and I will continue to watch your reaction videos

[@garfnob4832]

i agree no veteran should be treated like the Vietnam veterans where. it is also true we had no business being there in the first place, but the was not the soldiers fault. the politicians deserve all the hate.

[@emperorkalan]

Devin: The guys in those planes have to be accurate as f***!" The rest of us: "Aww, f***, wait til he sees what's coming."

[@nrgmanifest]

yup lol

[@Smilodon1985]

Exactly what I thought. Word for word.

[@dustinwilson4815]

Actually, they were accurate. The guy who gave them the coordinates gave them bad numbers. The Colonel had to calm him down and get him to focus afterwards. He was about to crack because of his mistake. You can imagine the nightmares that guy probably had the rest of his life.

[@ktvindicare]

@@dustinwilson4815 I mean, you try reciting exact coordinates, one after the other while being shot at. He made a mistake, and it got men killed, horribly, but he can't be blamed for it not really anyway. It was just a horrible situation.

[@anthonycruz3843]

That's the price of using close air support.

[@johnhyde2531]

As a veteran, I recommend you watch “Taking Chance”, starring Kevin Bacon. It isn’t an action movie, but instead will get you in the feelings.

[@Jimmy55don]

I agree Devin needs to react to Taking Chance. It makes grown men cry.

[@philthemovieguy81]

Appreciate you, your service and all the reactions you've been sharing with us. Keep up the great work - Much love, brother!

[@deving9793]

Much love🙌

[@mcbone5746]

Devin, you have quickly became my favorite reactor. Especially when it comes to military stuff. Good luck brother and thank you for your service.

[@deving9793]

I truly appreciate it.. I'm glad you enjoy my reaction's.

[@simonkyro661]

Devin, great stuff, Dude! You obviously do this for fun and you humbly share your true reactions. That’s authenticity right there and that’s why I’m a subscriber Keep it up, Peace

[@deving9793]

I just want to give you guys the best and me be myself is the only way. Thank you for watching and supporting my channel

[@spencerriggs9741]

One of the most powerful moments in the film to me was when the wife refused to accept her husband had died. Powerful without the need for extraneous dialogue.

[@josephmccurdy9327]

I highly recommend Wind Talkers, it’s an amazing WW2 movie!! Love the reactions!!

[@Bullock0099]

The premise is good. The movie is one of the worst "war" movies ever. Ridiculously Hollywood and not realistic at all.. A missed opportunity.

[@naldow8555]

I just wish it wasnt a John woo film

[@babyfry4775]

Loved your reaction. It’s ok to cry. There’s sorrow, pain, ineptness, bravery...it’s all there. The best of man and the worst. The poor cabbie trying to do his job, the wives doing theirs, the men sacrificing so much. Very good movie. I cried at your tears.

[@sulivanmagnum]

You gotta check out Rick Rescorla's story. "The man who predicted 9/11". He's the guy on the cover of the book, "We were soldiers once...and young", that the movie's based on. After the war, he was security for one of the companies in the Twin towers. He predicted both the 1993 and 9/11 attacks, and even though they wouldn't officially let him, he drilled the employees to be ready. On 9/11, he lead them through the smoke and flames, evacuating his people as the tower collapsed. He sang to them, marching songs and cadences, like he did to his men in Ia Drang, keeping them calm and moving even as the second plane hit their building, 38 stories above. Rick Rescorla was last seen on the 10th floor, going back up, refusing to leave so long as there were lives to be saved; the tower collapsed minutes later. Of the 3,700 employees, he saved all but 12 and himself. Colonel Moore called him the best platoon leader he'd ever seen, and he laid it all the line for his country.

[@hydra26actual]

Given how he passed, I'd say he didn't just lay it on the line for his country, he laid it on the line for his fellow man right up until the point where it was time to settle up the tab. We are all diminished at the loss of such a man, but blessed to have had such a man walk among us.

[@aussierob3860]

That is the best reaction to any movie I have ever seen. I have seen this movie so many times but it’s the first time that I felt the same emotional responses you did. Fantastic job.👍

[@calebhansen3791]

I love how into these movies you get. We got a real man tough guy veteran, being real, sensitive and emotionally invested. That's true Masculinity right there. The world needs more men like this. I love your reactions. Keep it up Mr G.

[@kingbleezy80]

Just recently found your channel, been loving the videos! I appreciate your passion & your unique takes as a veteran. My grandpa served in Vietnam & movies like this really give me perspective of what he might’ve seen or went through. Thanks for your service & keep grinding man!

[@hectorcartagena2870]

I remember watching this in the movie theater, everyone to a man had tears in their eyes when we left that movie. Amazing movie.

[@dastemplar9681]

Joe Galloway became among the very few civilian war correspondents recognized by the military for their courage. He was awarded the Bronze Star with V for Valor for what he did in the Ia Drang Valley. He helped with moving the wounded, distributing water and ammunition, carried wounded to any chopper that came by, even manned a rifle to protect the wounded. Even carried a severely wounded man to a MEDEVAC while exposed and taking enemy fire. It wasn’t even his job to do that, for he was a civilian. But in his words he ‘couldn’t be in the sidelines’. The men grew to respect him and even hold immense gratitude for him as he would go on to write the book this movie is based off on. He showed that even if it wasn’t his job, he chose to do it because he thought it was the least he could do when these guys were surrounded and he was trapped with them.

[@emperorkalan]

Landing scene: Yeah, they didn't know what they were going up against, but they weren't firing wildly. It was part of procedure. Artillery barrage just before landing to clear the landing zone, followed by suppression file by the troops just after landing to keep any enemy heads down. Once commanding officer determines there is no return fire, he signals to cease fire.

[@alanearleforeman1965]

As a retired Marine I would follow That man anywhere!!

[@DoctorD250]

'That's a beautiful day, Sgt. Savage." You have to earn that shit.

[@jakeb7087]

I just found your channel. I have loved everything I've seen but this is the most powerful. My grandfather is on that wall. Brought his OV-10 Bronco down to save his back seater, after saving a ground unit and sustaining ground fire. June 29th, 1972. Thank you for everything you've said. Bravo, Sir.

[@andystewart581]

"Why would you bring the heart back, and leave the body there?" Excellent point. I never thought of it that way. These were the type of men that were my drill sergeant's thru boot camp and advance infantry training and I thank God they were part of my life. Brother veteran, USA, USN '75-'97. If I could afford it your channel would be the one I would donate to.

[@deving9793]

I truly truly appreciate your comment and support. That's payment enough for me my friend

[@buffmaloney]

I feel you.This is a powerful movie. I love how they showed how it affected the families back home.

[@paulcochran1721]

On another review, people were complaining about all the "homefront" scenes. I think it was the heart of the movie.

[@armynurseboy]

the homefront scenes were the hardest for me to watch.

[@SergeantKillGore]

My only problem with the homefront scenes is when they portray the one wife as ignorant of the true meaning behind the “whites only” laundry mat. This was set at the height of segregation and the civil rights movement and it’s disingenuous to portray some Americans as simply unaware of the injustice going on.

[@paulcochran1721]

@@SergeantKillGore I figured she was from the north . Not everybody was aware, although unlikely that an officer's wife was that oblivious.

[@SergeantKillGore]

@@paulcochran1721 that’s a fair, point. I guess some people were insulated enough that they wouldn’t realize just how deep segregation in the south ran. That scene just always rubbed me the wrong way because of how the movie kinda just waves it off and never brings it up again.

[@paulcochran1721]

@@SergeantKillGore It did "stick out".

[@psyclonis5150]

I can definitely tell you're a real deal veteran. From one veteran to another, thank you for your service brother. Those that have not served, will never know the brotherhood, the comradery and the mentality that goes with serving.

[@BlackHeartGames]

Respect from the UK, Devin. Lovin' your content!

[@deving9793]

I appreciate you and thank you for watching and supporting my channel

[@crishurt642]

You should react to the Civil War movie Glory

[@gilbertmoyes2918]

And, God's and Generals plus Gettysburg.

[@spencerriggs9741]

Just watched that again. The final scene always chokes me up.

[@crishurt642]

@@spencerriggs9741 the part when they're were marching to the final battle and the other Union soldiers all screamed "Give them hell 54th" this scene always puts a tear in my eye

[@DrForrester87]

@@gilbertmoyes2918 Gods and Generals is too long and stale. Plus you have to wade through the not-so-subtle whitewashing of the Confederacy and what it was. Gettysburg isn't bad.

[@lawrencedockery9032]

It's a good one but I would argue that Gettysburg is much better

[@raypenny932]

This is your best reaction yet, I've watched this movie a few times and it's always amazing. Devin your emotions going through these films are awesome bro 👊 much respect

[@timhonigs6859]

Love this movie.... I am not the biggest fan of Mel personally, but he did a great performance in this movie

[@nickgurpleez2628]

Mel's the man he always told the truth

[@MrPepperjack25]

When you broke down what the Vietcong plan was by saying "dat boy said boom boom boom boom" it really gave a clear military trained perspective on this film. Thank you for that.

[@enichols1987]

Really looking forward to this reaction!! Congrats on those channel growth 🤗

[@deving9793]

Thank you!! 😁.. You the real one

[@michaeltalkstoomuch]

We appreciate YOU sir!!! Keep it up. Watching your enthusiastic and genuine reactions to these intense and dramatic films brings immense joy!

[@fitzgivesfits1]

What I like about this movie is that it shows what happens on the home front, not many war movies do that. Like you said during the reaction, the wives deserve much credit for holding down the fort while their husbands are fighting. Madeline Stowe was terrific in this movie; strong, loving, and compassionate.

[@Tennessee968]

My grandpa died in a helicopter crash training for this war. My mother was only 3 years old at the time. Love your channel Devin. You seem to be a good man. Thank you for your service and God bless.

[@nrgmanifest]

You have reacted to many if not most of my fav war movies(Saving Private Ryan, Full Metal Jacket, We Were Soldiers, Inglorious Bastards) and I've enjoyed all of your reactions. "Black Hawk Down" is a really good one btw; and "Lone Survivor" is worth watching BUT it is not AT ALL a "feel good" movie. Keep em coming!

[@BHSRugby1999]

Devin, I own this movie, seen in many times…watching it with you, seeing your honest and true response is more amazing than I can convey. Thank you for you service, and all your bothers & sisters at arms…During this era, a lot of Vets came back with nothing, and even faced anger. I feel today things have massively improved, but it still nor everyone will be easy.

[@huemungy3212]

"They close" If I remember correctly, the average engagement distance in Vietnam was between 20 and 30 meters.

[@TheChrisPineWorkshop]

The more I see your reactions, the more I think we could be pals. I feel much the same way about these things. I have had the honor of a very long career in the Air Force. Aircraft maintenance not a combat soldier. I am about to retire and look forward to the next chapter in my life. This movie when I first saw it disturbed me in many ways but also made me swell inside with respect. The scene with the napalm hitting his own men and the Col telling him to keep going. he had to keep going to keep them alive but he also had to live with his mistake. One of the true costs of war! That cost demands respect! It DEMANDS it! God Bless bro!

[@bradleyd6000]

This is one of the most underrated war movies IMO. War movies usually always make me emotional, but the scenes when the wives are delivering the telegrams and when Joe is trying to figure out how to tell this story makes me cry like a baby every time. But they aren't the only times I cry during this movie.

[@sabrinafrizzell6671]

I had the pleasure of meeting Hal Moore while in grad school. He was an amazing source of info and contnued to stay current on Vietnam's politics I cherish my signed copy of his book.

[@goddimmus]

"Take a picture of a little girl holding a flower and no one will look. Take a picture of a dead little girl holding a flower on a battlefield and it will end up on the cover of Time magazine." Told by a journalist.

[@electrickid101]

No truer words ever spoken , it’s why traffic stops on both sides of the highway for an accident

[@kevinmclemore1476]

no apology necessary brother at arms. You saw this and The Last Samurai. True grit of a warrior what branch

[@Thepitz2000]

This is one of my favorite war movies, so glad that you loved it. There are not many war movies that show that the enemy are just as human and have feelings just like we do. Very emotional movie, especially showing how the wives back home have to deal with all the death also. I am hoping you get around to watching the Green Mile soon, I think it will be among your top 10 also. Keep on keeping on Devin, see you again soon.

[@deving9793]

It's all the list my man and I appreciate you

[@luweez1935]

Yo my brother, respect man. I been watching your stuff for a minute and let me say, its encouraging to see another vet in touch with their emotions. Hats off brother.

[@hydradominatus3641]

One of the more underrated war films ever made.

[@wvufan63]

Thank you for your service. I'm an old army vet here and I appreciate your comments about all veterans deserving respect. First time viewing your channel, I subscribed and I'll be back. Stay safe brother.

[@michaelshaw8240]

Blackhawk down .. it’s a great representation of more current actions .. just a good movie

[@orvillespencer1011]

You can't hold it together, if you ever served, or you got a heart. Thanks brother for keeping it real

[@jamsey700]

React to Blackhawk Down you would love it!

[@carojack1717]

Your response to this movie amazing. I too got very emotional watching the movie years ago . Much respect for those who served & gave their lives

[@xjamesx7047]

This movie is such a masterpiece. One of my favorite _Vietnam War movies_ and this was it. I hope you check out *Black Hawk Down* btw.

[@Locquiao93]

And Lone Survivor

[@lordsodapop4101]

Both great movies

[@Dobi714]

The Snipers in Black Hawk Down... it always gets me.

[@darchon5]

This is my fave war movie, period.

[@brandonmireles3249]

I found this KZbinr very annoying the most craziest and over exaggerated reactions I've ever seen

[@walboyfredo6025]

7:10 To think thats a Sergeant Major ( a lower rank) telling the Officers ( who is higher in rank) to stand to attention. So cool!

[@Tron1133]

I feel ya brother. This movie broke me down when I first saw it too.

[@thecomicboss7039]

Your perceptive on these films and shows are so appreciated. Never feel bad about getting heated or emotional. I cant fathom how these films effect you and the fact that you even want to share this is beautiful. Thanks for your service, and thanks old being so open and vulnerable.

[@jimirayo]

Two of the first Vietnam movies to be made are 'Go Tell the Spartans' (set in 1964 during the advisor period) and 'The Boys in Company C' (set in 1968) Both made in 1978. Both excellent films.

[@lars573]

Naw bro The Green Berets was first, I'm fairly sure, 1968 starring john Wayne. It pretty much qualifies as pro-Vietnam war propaganda.

[@jimirayo]

@@lars573 Ok, You got me on a technicality but yeah, Green Berets is a joke. Gov propoganda at it's finest. The two films I mentioned don't play that game.

[@lars573]

@@jimirayo If to your knowledge those are the oldest ones that are raw and real as hell. I get ya. But in an absolute sense not so much.

[@foleylee8200]

Thank you for this! My father was in the 1st of the 9th in Vietnam and this movie hit me right in the feels.

[@Ayns.L14A]

If you get the chance check out ......"The siege of Jadotville", about the Irish army in Africa and also "Kajaki", british army in Afghanistan, both true stories.

[@Boumquan]

Fucking, this!!

[@josephk4809]

Hi from the land down under I salute every veteran and your honesty and raw emotion I have watched your reaction to this movie 5 times and it still pulls at my heart the sacrifices willing to be made by every soldier for our freedoms thank you.ps you have nothing to apologize for as you were 100% correct in what you said and I am very happy for you finding your new partner and family wishing you health and happiness don't change GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. Joe (skip -Aussie)

[@rodgomez4424]

Don't waste your energy on ignorant fools who missed a spanking when growing up. You do you, you've done more than most. Im proud of you. Stay positive, that energy you have is a blessing from GOD. Hope this channel keeps growing. Waiting for your next upload, for real.

[@Drogith]

I saw this with my wife when it came out in the theaters. One thing that stuck out for me that was different than all other war movies was showing the emotional impact of the families at home. Being an Iraqi War Veteran, I came to understand this stance from my wife (then gf) when I came home. It wasn't just me going off to war... we both had a battle to fight while I was away. To this day, while listening at work, as soon as the music starts when Mrs. Moore starts handing out the death certificates, the tears start flowing. I also started tearing up in the theater when they scrolled by all the names of the deceased. I got real angry at random movie goers that just up and left while they all scrolled by. Thank you for doing this reaction video.

[@WGFavor]

A great movie! Sgt. Major Plumley was a straight bad ass!

[@nrgmanifest]

"Good morning Sgt. Major." LMAO R.I.P. CSM Basil Plumley

[@andrewkerr9676]

As a British army vet, I loved your reaction when the press arrived. Your face said what every vet thinks when those morons arrive

[@robertbeckler5058]

My uncle met the colonel over there baby. He was a bad ass.

[@calneigbauer7905]

Love your content!! I’m a vet also you remind me of my friends in the service and I love it it helps with my depression. Thank you for these reactions that get me through the day.

[@jbs2763]

Sam Elliot (Sgt Maj) plays that role perfectly and has some of my favorite lines off all time “Good morning Sgt Maj” “How the f*** do you know how my morning is going?!”

[@ronmaximilian6953]

Sam Elliott is a great actor. Too often, he's let down by bad material.

[@cliffhigson7581]

And that soldier who asked him was Ryan Hurst who played opie in sons of anarchy.

[@frostforged7030]

Just found your channel and I have to say man, so much respect for showing true emotions. Growing up as men we're taught to force it down and it is such a toxic trait amongst us. Much respect king.

[@KSDVLmom]

I love these movies too. You gotta react to The Patriot.. or Dances with Wolves

[@khorneondacob6490]

You make great reactions man, love the videos!

[@Rackhir420]

Great movie but one I don't watch too often because it tears me up.