Why the North Korean soldier thought they could defeat the United States?

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[@gregpickett8816]

"I'm sure Americans would be offended by these words" Brother, we been called SO MUCH worse.

[@hinklefamily1831]

Honestly

[@Iluvpie6]

Hell, we call OURSELVES worse.

[@rocistone6570]

sometimes by our own people.

[@TearDownGenesis]

That's one thing a recent president didn't exemplify. Our ability not to care what people call us. When you're basically unbeatable you don't really care what others say. When you have actual strength instead of projecting it you don't have to worry about jealousy. I think even Americans don't fully understand the power of the US military. The recent wars we've "struggled" in are only only because we try to protect the country in the process. If a true attack were done, like, "f this country and it's people" the US would wipe out most countries within hours, not even factoring in nuclear weapons (Exceptions are Russia and China due to size)

[@gregpickett8816]

@@TearDownGenesis I'm gonna go ahead and stop you right there. That person is not the topic here. Find a new hobby.

[@georgemartin1436]

Every person who escapes that country represents a personal victory...

[@javierportillo1741]

personal victory? more like miracle

[@justjunk7474]

@@javierportillo1741 almost like a person is was born but is not finally alive

[@DanielBrongers]

A personal victory or the realization of the error of their ways (or both). In either case, I think all these people who had escaped the clutches of Kim Jong Un deserve some praise. Especially those former Military soldiers...

[@Matisaro]

Finish the book!!!

[@someoneextra819]

But a loss to their family

[@huntermercier8427]

"I'm sure Americans would be offended by these words." The British thought that too when they started singing "Yankee Doodle Dandee" and look how we embraced it and ran with it like a joke

[@ctakitimu]

Yeah but the Brits come up with silly sounding insults "Twat", "Bell End" "Nonce" etc. You'd think they could do better seeing as they invented 'English'. Bell end always bothered me as it's not specific enough. What type of bell are they meaning? What end of the bell?

[@RyllenKriel]

@@ctakitimu Let's not forget "Knob." That's right Britain, in the States we open doors with our knobs! We're hardcore!

[@ctakitimu]

@@RyllenKriel And a fanny is something different

[@kylen9954]

There are a large amount of American civilians who have better Military weaponry then the North Koreans. It's a joke. They don't even have body armor.

[@aaronburdon221]

@@kylen9954 guilty lol

[@krisaaron5771]

As an American, and like the Americans I know, not one of us wants to harm the North Korean people! We detest your leaders for their cruelty and selfishness, but we feel badly for the ordinary people who are living with hunger and poverty. We'd share our food with you if it was possible. Congratulations on escaping! I hope your family is okay and can join you in South Korea soon. You are very brave!

[@krisaaron5771]

@Angry Combat Wombat Are Americans too far gone and brainwashed on capitalism? Do we believe people from another country are that different from us? Get a soldier away from the military, treat him with kindness, let him meet ordinary people. That indoctrinated hatred will fade and eventually vanish. North Koreans are ordinary people, and we're all more similar than different.

[@HappyBuddhaBoyd]

As an American, we are a country filled with a large amount of xenophobia, racism and hate. We were headed down a good path prior to 2016, but now we are on the brink of a civil war due to a wannabe dictator. America went from being great.... and then TRE45ON set us back more than 100 years.

[@krisaaron5771]

@@fixyourmind What statement do you think I made in favor of or in opposition to capitalism? What is "crazy" about not wanting ordinary people to suffer for the idiocy of their leaders?? What TF are you reading and attributing to me?

[@user-dy4rp6bq8e]

I totally agree it's your government that is the problem not the citizens

[@firecrow7973]

@@krisaaron5771 i see someones comment got deleted...

[@stephsdlnthms3957]

First and foremost, it's wonderful that you are now safe and free. Secondly, you don't really have to worry about offending most Americans with songs like that - they're actually kind of funny, and most Americans understand that countries like NK force their citizens into thinking and acting like that as a political tool. Every American I know is happy when they see another person made it out of NK, and actually get upset when they hear about some of the living conditions the NK people face. Best wishes for you, and I hope we get to see you more on DIMPLE!

[@TooKorky]

As far as it goes im pretty sure most people in the usa just realise that north korea is a bad place

[@doug4036]

Yes, I can’t be offended by the brainwashed. I’m happy he’s safe and free. Also, they’re still using laundry bats so...

[@weltonvillegal6258]

Yeah, we Americans are used to it so we just snicker and move on now.

[@calicocritterscrafts886]

Yeah I actually giggled a little when he said and sang the songs and “insults” he was brainwashed into doing. We understand propaganda here and how it’s used to weaponize people even against general common sense. NK isn’t the first country to do it and won’t be the last sadly. As posters have said above, we are actually just happy when people make it out and can start thinking and learning for themselves. If they still hate Americans after that then fine. But at least they came to that conclusion for themselves and not because someone told them to.

[@Anomaly188]

It doesn't hurt that the NK Army is considered pathetic and has almost no supplies with which to fight a war. Their tanks and aircraft are obsolete Chinese and Russian hand-me-downs from the 60s and they have almost no fuel to run them.

[@robertleeluben]

"but you don't win wars by jumping around" I like this guy

[@gxrdin9523]

Lol

[@landonpeckham7752]

Laughs in Spider Man

[@GlassySlime]

when he said that i thought tell that to cod and mw players

[@otakugamer2033]

I mean we kind of did if you count the island hopping in ww2 when we fought the Japanese

[@jerryrichardson2799]

He's pretty sharp.

[@mikelastname9444]

He looks like such a calm, nice, peaceful, even timid person, and I'm sure he is very nice, but he's sitting there calmly discussing his training swimming with a gun, getting stabbed with a bayonet, getting gassed, and escaping from North Korea. Boss.

[@Lawofimprobability]

Why be dramatic about such things? The point is the facts, not the testosterone.

[@mikelastname9444]

@@Lawofimprobability Not sure what testosterone has to do with this.

[@Lawofimprobability]

@@mikelastname9444 The idea of testosterone poisoning is about how some guys treat basic acts of survival or duty (such as military training) as stuff to beat their chest about instead of as stuff to be matter-of-fact about. The idea that somebody would talk about such things without being calm is the strange thing to me.

[@mikelastname9444]

@@Lawofimprobability In what sense is anybody not being calm? I think you may be misinterpreting this situation or projecting your own feelings onto it. What I'm doing is, in fact, praising how calmly he's discussing this situation. I'm complimenting his ability to recount these things in a calm way.

[@peterhunt5072]

In Han Gu Mal, he utters insults about the U.S.A. G.I.s ( regular forces).

[@Nzzertral]

North Korea's obsession with the U.S is like that one ex that still claims you guys are together years after a break up

[@lemondollx6249]

It’s been 70 years since the Korean War they need to calm down

[@aboutnoise3711]

Technically we're still at war with them

[@Nzzertral]

@@aboutnoise3711 technically they are, it's very one sided. North korea isn't even a threat to the U.S anytime they try and attack us they miss. You can hand a north korea a hand grenade and have them be in the middle of the u.s and if they throw it, it still lands in the ocean

[@cplcabs]

Its similar to the US's obsession with communism.

[@cplcabs]

@@Nzzertral uh huh, you keep telling yourself that. 🤣

[@michaelthorin7908]

As a retired combat veteran of the US Army I can honestly say that this gentleman’s former view of US soldiers is not offensive to me. On principle alone he was raised to believe we wanted to destroy them, so I would be more surprised had he not. Having said that, I’m glad that he no longer feels that way. There’s nothing majestic about war, and it would do me good to never see another.

[@Robert-hr6sh]

Well said! 👍

[@jarodmorris611]

Our social studies / government teacher in high school had us play a simulated global game where you can choose to trade with people, go to war, or just try to be left alone. I remember our country decided to go to war and I'll never forget because we basically both lost. Not saying we should never go to war, but I learned in that class that if war is the decision, we had better be ready for all of the consequences of it and the true cost of war. Our military could win pretty much anything except maybe a true us against the world, and even then, I think it would be assured mutual destruction, even without nukes. Sometimes war is necessary but it's interesting that a country would look at the result and say "We each started with 100 solders. We killed 100 of yours and you killed 95 of ours. We win." No one won. One side wasn't completely destroyed.

[@urbanurchin5930]

@@jarodmorris611....but, you have to admit - - that using a laundry bat against your enemy would be a useless endeavor......

[@evangiles4403]

The germans felt the same in both WW1 and WW2 once they came face to face with the allies they realised that the average GI or enlisted man didn't hate the germans and were fed the same rubbish by their own governments One of the few cutting remarks made by Lord Bernard Montgomery when asked what was the difference between the WW1 and WW2 soldiers was that overall they were better educated Every soldier understands that they are a tool of the government and sometimes governments make bad decisions

[@noneofyobusiness4449]

I hope you know, that the majority of Americans have compassion for the citizens of North Korea, and we emphasize the conditions that you faced while living there. I truly wish for the people of North Korea to be liberated someday.

[@lemondollx6249]

Exactly, I’m 11 and even I have full understanding that they need help and freedom and they deserve food, better homes, and a better leader it’s not fair for them to live like this. :(

[@noneofyobusiness4449]

@@lemondollx6249 that's because you're a good and kind person who has the intelligence, compassion and understanding to understand that this is a human issue and not a political one. You are more mature than people more than twice your age.

[@jasonmiller2905]

If someone liberated North Korea, the citizens would face very difficult times for at least a few years. Probably starvation and such. They might actually hate the people that liberated them. Change has to happen from within. Revolution

[@promajo]

@@jasonmiller2905 if NK was liberated, they would recieve help from the world, how do you think it would be worse than right now?

[@davidhohn9106]

@@jasonmiller2905 They're starving now! You obviously are totally ignorant.

[@seanwatts8342]

When I was in basic training we were called FAR WORSE than 'dogs' by our own drill sergeants.

[@trevormccarthy9019]

lol indeed.. we were the “mad dogs”. B Co 1st /38th Infantry Sand Hill Ft Benning GA 1992

[@timonsolus]

“Dog” is a far worse insult to a Korean than it is to an American. The closest equivalent is “pig”.

[@trevorlewis847]

Get in line you effing maggots,first thing out of our corporal's mouth off the bus at basic training kapooka Australia 1980,presume it world wide😂😂😂

[@Zachomara]

"I'm sure the Americans would be offended for calling them that" ... you need to get him to meet an American. All the Soldiers I was with just laughed at that sort of thing.

[@GeranBeast]

lol, the drill sergeants called them worse, i'm dead sure.

[@Zachomara]

@@GeranBeast Oh I have first hand proof they call people worse.

[@sinfulchickennuggets7093]

Fr

[@bbrasky]

You can only know what you were told by your superiors. We take no offense to that. I think I speak for every American when I say "We wish you a long and peaceful life".

[@MitziJacks]

When in elementary school, what world map did the children study? Were the sizes of the countries different?

[@LeeTheSecond]

Great question! I hope it gets answered

[@LeeTheSecond]

@@Villy245 They've warped history to the point where a DC movie is more verosimil than what they teach at schools

[@okmangeez]

@@Villy245 They’re taught that South Korea invaded the North to kick off the Korean War, instead of the other way around. So there’s that :)

[@DonVigaDeFierro]

So far I know that they still believe Germany is split in two. I don't really know if they teach about the collapse of the USSR.

[@LeeTheSecond]

@@DonVigaDeFierro Probably not, since the USSR was their biggest ally

[@johndarcangelo6893]

As an American I realize our country has many adversaries around the world. Some of them indoctrinate their people, and some may actually have good reason to hate our government. But I'll never hate an entire group of people just because of the actions of their government. Best wishes to you and the people of North Korea, I hope that one day we can all live without the threat of war, and that your people can enjoy prosperous lives. God bless.

[@gregpickett8816]

As a fellow American, I don't think I am out of bounds speaking for some of our brethren when I say that we admire these soldiers for their bravery and willingness to escape and help combat authoritarian regimes. I'd argue they've got quite a leg up on becoming Americans themselves if they so choose and I, for one, would welcome these fine people with open arms.

[@gregpickett8816]

@@Oi-bg9bc there is a stark contrast between regular Americans and the ones that have been used to form your opinions. It is rather telling that you are preaching about indoctrination while providing an excellent example of it yourself.

[@gregpickett8816]

And to think this is on a channel that intends to break down those walls and allow us to communicate as people, not Nationalities.

[@johndarcangelo6893]

@@Oi-bg9bc everyone is entitled to their opinion I guess, at least in my country. Im not gonna take the time to argue with you, have a great day.

[@traumateaminternational4732]

So everyone in North Korea knows "The Song You Sing While Hitting an American Soldier Piñata With a Washing Pole in Kindergarten"? That's not even offensive, that's just hilarious.

[@Heywoodthepeckerwood]

I’m sure 99% of all Americans know how propaganda works and do not hold people of North Korea responsible for their misconceptions.

[@evangiles4403]

Same here from australia When you have been fed lies all your life it comes as a big shock when you realise most of the western world doesn't want to kill you

[@cathy_p637]

First, I pray to God it never comes to war and second I hope he gets to know some of our soldiers to see them as friendly guys and not fearsome and terrifying.

[@dominikmeril1720]

I'm pretty sure we are all intelligent enough to know that they're just following their orders

[@primary2630]

Well he did say they looked normal and like nice people. I think he was just awed by the technological difference and fearful for those who would actually have to fight these soldiers

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

You think that prayer of 1 human will change god´s plan when he created thousands of natural disasters? Remeber the flooding of the WHOLE WORLD?

[@adah8030]

@@PROVOCATEURSK How do you know its God's plan?

[@rileyreese4833]

@@adah8030 lmao

[@JonesySurvived]

I love the way all these defectors don't say "South Korea" but just "Korea". It emphasizes the desire to unite Koreans together.

[@litpath3633]

noticed that too "Korea" and "North Korea" implying the south is the real Korea

[@nobbynobbs8182]

@@litpath3633 North Korea isn't even a real country. More like a prison, governed by a cult

[@timonsolus]

A desire shared by many in the North - but recently banned by Kim Jong un.

[@laa0fa502]

I love this channel because they actually found people that are extremely qualified to speak on the subjects they ask them about. Asked a nurse about hospitals and hospital ships, asked an EXTREMLY qualified solider about the differences in millitary, asked an actor about the movie industry just everything they put out is extremely quality content with a lot of thought behind it.

[@BryantVonMiller]

I've been called much worse then US Dogs before, so I personally do not mind it. And I cannot be mad at North Korean mindsets about Americans, for most of the populace is vastly ignorant of the outside world. I do hope that all of the freed Nortn Koreans are given a chance to see parts of the world, or atleast a chance to go to anywhere of their selection. And percieve the world and get insights of the peoples, their culture, language and customs.

[@shane8915]

"I cannot be mad at North Korean mindsets about Americans, for most of the populace is vastly ignorant of the outside world" The same can be said about a lot of us Americans.

[@hinklefamily1831]

@@shane8915 yes and no. I think there's a lot more people smarter then you think. Traveled the US and never really met someone with too outlandish beliefs and misunderstandings, even if they still misunderstood. Every country has its issues. I remember when I was 10 and I visited my family in Switzerland and when I didn't know every little thing about how things worked over there they'd call me "American scum" behind my back even though I was only ten. Ignorance is sad and prevalent, but it's not just in one part of the world

[@brandonmartin244]

@@shane8915. yes, but not nearly as intense.

[@inhumanx1815]

As a US veteran I can say I would be perfectly happy being called invader or dog as long as it is preceded by US.

[@wakcedout]

Everyone forgetting the German term that the marines embraced “devil dogs”. lol

[@kate2create738]

As a blonde American myself, I appreciate the enthusiasm lol

[@kate2create738]

@@mquiroz90 No, that is the wrong approach to actually getting everyone to get along in the world. The first step is to ACCEPT our differences, acknowledge and even appreciate it. Instead of being fed up with different backgrounds, it can be used to understand different perspectives. When different perspectives are in the making of any society, you'll bound to have challenges, but if it is respected properly and the group of people are smart about it, there will be many different approaches to solving problems. Plus you're talking about making 7 billion people putting aside their beliefs into one belief. That in it's is a flawed way to unite everyone because then no one can have the free will to understand that one belief because they never needed to further research the support of that belief. Having one central government just gives too much power to a selected few, where they are bound to abuse it, while making the rest suffer. So, not interested in having one single government in the world, it will not solve anything but further advance few careers at the expense of everyone else.

[@deanerhar]

If it were a Civ game: (North Korea has entered the Industral Era) NK: “yay, we unlocked the biplane!” Next Turn: (Another civilization has entered the Information Era) NK: *’Sweats profusely’* Next Turn: (Rumor has it another civilization has completed construction of a spaceport) NK: *loosens collar* “So, have our biplanes started in the construction queue yet?”

[@chimmichurri6940]

That line "it was like i was seeing weapons from the future" is insane to me to hear, then again, all ive seen of their mitary, its like looking into the past. Even when it comes to their medical trainings and everything really. Im glad these defectors have an open mind to see whats really out there in this big world and hope they all are staying happy and have good renewed lives! Love from America

[@MrFungus420]

"I'm sure the US people would be offended by these words" Me, picturing US soldiers knowing this and barking and howling while charging. And that isn't even taking the "Devil Dogs" into account...

[@brianrad68]

My dad always talked fondly of the Koreans he met during the Korean War.

[@TheKtwStudios]

"I'm sure Americans would be offended by these words" The Germans called our Marines "Devil Dogs." The Marines took that name started calling themselves that because it was such a badass name. I promise you, "US Dogs" isn't even offensive.

[@lucialamprey2690]

I didn't know that's where Devil Dogs came from!

[@evangiles4403]

As we say it's not the words the matter it's the context Ever heard of the rats of Tobruk The Australian 9th division now has that as it's moniker It's known as the Royal Rats Of Tobruk

[@grace7701]

Glad to see him in regular clothes, please don't make these men and women try to look like what they escaped just to get viewers.

[@DerpLvIAsian]

From what i've seen it depends on the person they feature. Some of them just enjoy wearing it because they always have, or they think it looks nice. I totally agree though, don't make them, just let them if they want to.

[@shadow7029]

They wear it because they want to not because they are forced

[@CDRhammond]

As a former US Naval officer in a war between just the US and North Korea with no allies coming to each others aid I would give North Korea a day at most. If North Korea got help from outside such as China they might be able to last a month at most

[@Tangsters]

@ India....lol

[@hinklefamily1831]

@ thanks! We got your back too!

[@Lawofimprobability]

I'm pretty sure it would take 2-3 days to drive up to the Yalu. I don't think just dropping a few air mobile units would enough.

[@Image8O4]

I doubt it. Have you seen the kids that are enlisting today 😂 ... NK would crush these pansies. NK learn from kindergarten while US learn after 18. They have 13 years of mental training before any American who don't know if they are a girl or a boy.

[@paulcleary8088]

They said the same about Afghanistan.

[@alexcavoli6191]

"Beat them with a laundry bat" hahaha it hilarious and sad all at the same time. They really are far behind us.

[@cacogenicist]

Fascinating. I saw a report some years ago about a DPRK soldier who managed to escape across the DMZ to the South (if I recall, he suffered gunshot wounds in the attempt). ROK doctors reported that the DPRK soldier suffered from high levels of intestinal parasites and from some degree of malnutrition. This surprised me, as I would have thought that the government in Pyongyang would prioritize its soldiers when it comes to nutrition and sanitation. A soldier with high parasite loads doesn't bode well for common folk.

[@thetankcommander3838]

I like two things the most about this video. 1. I like how Roh Chol Min is very honest about his experiences. It is hard for a lot of people to do this without even the slightest level of sugarcoating. I applaud him for his honesty. 2. I find it hilarious that the thumbnail of this “USA vs North Korea” video is so similar to so many that I have seen before, showing the American M1 Abrams tank against the North Korean Pokpung-Ho tank. I find it so interesting how the tank is basically the main symbol of the country whose people never really were tank people to begin with (North Korea). But that does not mean I do not respect them as soldiers. I just don’t have respect for their equipment that is basically knock-offs of Soviet equipment from like 30+ years ago. No offense in any regard

[@TiaraSinica]

He is from 501 Special Ops Batalion...Is he a Clone?

[@conniead5206]

You are talking from ego. Any major break out of war there would draw in China and/or Russia if we get involved. China got justifiably pissed when MacArthur invaded their country during the Korean War. Against the orders of our President. The South may have been able to keep at least some of what he had won because the North was clearly the one that started it. After making a brilliant military move that changed the tide he did something brilliantly stupid. Real war is not a game. We also have a Congress that often hamstrings our military. And sometimes our Presidents don’t know what the bell they are doing. North Vietnam didn’t have crap but who won?

[@mgaus]

Never tank people? What about the sea tanks known as Geobukseon or turtle ships?

[@brunomars204]

@@conniead5206 - If you are suggesting North Vietnam won then that’s even more ignorant. America was winning by a large margin, the Vietcong were getting annihilated. They got saved by the American people’s who pressured the government and in turn decided to Pull our troops out in the closing stages of the “war”. (I barely call it a war seeing how one sided it actually war). Basically America left before claiming victory.

[@Inquisitor-Beals]

@@conniead5206 China stated if the United States attacks first. They'll join in on North Korea's side. But if North Korea attacks first they'll leave North Korea to fend for themselves.

[@CindersVale]

Roh Chol Min, I hope that you will visit the U.S. See the Grand Canyon, Yosemite National Park, and many other landmarks soon. Meet average Americans and get to visit one of our military bases. I wish you well in your new life, and may your future be bright and hopeful.

[@dushooter]

Totally Agree!!!

[@ems7623]

Nice sentiments, but hardly going to change the situation on the Korean peninsula.

[@ems7623]

@@mquiroz90 are you planning on growing up anytime soon?

[@brushwolf]

And BBQ!!!!

[@mrs7195]

These videos definitely have changed my view of North Koreans. Their government is terrible, but the people are just people like everywhere else. Every North Korean in these videos has been just a wonderful and warm person imho 😊👍

[@ISoloYouRelax]

I wanna know what his first interaction with an American was like for him. What went through his mind, was he nervous, was he kind of angry and ready to defend himself, etc.

[@Mortablunt]

Can't remember which one, may have been a different channel, but there was one defector who tried to find her way to the South Koreans, but was found by Americans instead. She said she started undressing in preparation for being raped. That was sad and kinda funny. She said the Americans were pretty nice and offered her an MRE before they took her in.

[@koibitothescrublord4977]

It's sad, the kids learnt hatred before they learned anything else. Imagine being born in a place where you're taught to hate someone/something so much, that as a little kid you don't know any better and truly believe such person/place is an absolute terror.

[@bunkydoes8048]

Spoiler : this is how new racists are made as well

[@davidbeppler3032]

So, not a fan of religion?

[@randyb9337]

sounds like Detroit.

[@uppitywhiteman6797]

@@davidbeppler3032 Don't be ugly and negative. Atheists murdered a 110 million people in the 20th century.

[@uppitywhiteman6797]

Like blacks are taught to hate whites in America.

[@AlexBizzar]

I think Dimple should do a long-form video where the defectors they've shown meet together and discuss things about their lives in NK vs SK, what they want people here to know and understand, and how we can help... if at all.

Group therapy for the survivors of a cult.

[@gregpickett8816]

As nice of an idea that is, keep in mind that they have to be careful with who and how much they show of these defectors. They still have family in NK that will be punished severely if they were to be identified. Putting them all on one long form video giving details of their lives would consolidate all of that risk into one potentially explosive package for our friends here.

[@dushooter]

Hopefully you would be able to get the chance to come visit the US and see things here. I have mad respect for you for escaping and hoping for a much better life. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@pauls3117]

We actually feel sorry for you guys and your starving army. Glad you were able to get away

[@bluecord85]

Hope to see you stateside my friend. Spent my 1st year in the Army in South Korea. Literally my 2nd home. You guys are more than welcome here. Hope you get the chance to visit. Dont be discouraged by what you see on the news. The media makes money off lies. Like anywhere in the world.

[@mikewrasman5103]

Like CDNN and MSDNC! The American hating networks!

[@reneebush2399]

I felt the love and respect when you began your video by saying “hi guys”, so I just wanted to say 안녕하세요! back to you. Thank you.

[@csheets61]

I am a US citizen. I have held a view since I was young that the people in opposing armies are not the root of the problem. The governments and cultures are the root problems. Every person on Earth is simply a human. If you were to switch places, your opinions would change. "Reality" is an Oxymoron because it depends entirely on our perception of what the we see and learn.

[@Darklord-je2fv]

I understand that this is a fairly serious video but the second I heard 501st Battalion my respect for this man skyrocketed

[@Ghostiification]

Vader's Fist.

[@RJALEXANDER777]

Huh. I didn't make that connection at first.

[@HedaWarlock]

I hope he knows.... I really hope he knows.

[@AliceDeBois]

I wish the guy well and that he has a long and happy life. Anyone that escapes from that country I wish to have a long and happy life away from that country.

[@SweetTea-Stephens]

When he said they called us Americans dogs and that it would offend us, I laughed. We have been called way worse than that, so being called a dog is nothing. It’s funny actually. We would probably laugh like you would a small child who thinks they’re hurting your feelings and acting big but they ain’t. Now if you talk about our mama’s, them’s fighting words for just about anyone in America. The quickest way to get knocked out is talking about our mama’s. 😂😂

[@cdpgeorge]

Our boys call each other dogs, Devil Dogs, Bulldogs, Dogs can be considered quite a vicious animal. Our Marines is Americas mistreated pitbull we let loose once and while.

[@returntonature8773]

Not sure about the last one, some mama jokes are funny AF. lol

[@hinklefamily1831]

So true. I remember when I was ten and visited my family in Switzerland for the first time and although I was a ten year old girl from a different country they still nocked the shit outa me behind my back for not knowing every little thing and called my "American" as a derogatory term

[@ringo666]

Lol -- we call ourselves worse than that. And not everybody gets triggered by yo mama jokes. Mine's been gone 18 years, and no ...I don't miss her. And my blended family now -- call my mama something, SHE whip yo ass!

[@airtexaco]

I like seeing these videos. Didn’t know why they kept showing up but ended up liking them. I was stationed in Korea in the 90’s and loved it there. Great people and I am glad to see the leaps the country is making in every Avenue. I am convinced the ROK military could defeat the North on their own. They work hard and have some great technological equipment-especially with their aircraft.

[@warpdriveby]

Having lived in Europe and traveled to Africa and Asia too, I've noticed thr total difference in what people who've been to the US vs those who haven't. It is night and day, and the thing that bothered me was only that I heard many preposterous criticisms of the US, especially when there absolutely are some very valid ones! I'm sure that I too have mistaken ideas or pictures in my head of places I haven't been, but I hope not that out of sync. I feel zero animosity toward North Koreans, they are in an impossible situation and have zero access to everything I take for granted.

[@lynnac707]

Such a humble man. I hope all our countries can learn to have respect, dialog, and equitable negotiations.

[@stumpedii8639]

Thank you for your interesting chat with us. welcome to the real world :) I hope you eat well, are happy and live a long life.. and most of all I hope someday we all get to see your country free.

[@stumpedii8639]

BEST regards for your future from the USA!

[@katewizer2736]

This young man was actually endearing to me. Something about him touched my "Grandma wants to hug you!" reaction.

[@katiearbuckle9017]

I was once told by a North Korean Defector on Amino about most of this, and when they found out I was American, I think I shocked them a bit because they were a bit taken aback that I wanted to learn and seemed skiddish, and so they went " I don't want to sound offensive but I was told Americans were as Clever as Foxes." And I went " That's not a offensive for this American cause I love Foxes." I think I accidentally scared them away. But here's the weird thing she didn't know I came from a Small Town in Oregon in the US, where the High School Mascot was a Fox so she was basically giving me complement thinking it was going to be an Insult. And that was actually my first interaction with any Korean. She just happened to be North Korean, and I guess I was her first "Oddly Confusing Clever Fox." But please show them some US School/Sports Mascots because to Americans "Invaders" and "Dogs" aren't really Offensive due to the multiple Meanings.

[@taranwanderer7747]

"I love foxes." Lmao. A+ response. It was perfect.

[@DerpyDaringDitzyDoo]

As a US soldier, I demand to know all the lyrics to that song he was singing at the beginning I was laughing so hard xD Like for real a "laundry bat", who even thinks to put that in a song. Reminds me of the kinds of things my drill sergeants would say

[@DerpyDaringDitzyDoo]

​@kaltes herz haha yeah sometimes. We mostly got to do the more normal ones, but the worst is not getting to do cadences at all while marching. Because it's a "right" you have to earn, so if you're not singing, and the other platoons are, they all know you messed up

[@Lawofimprobability]

I'm so old, I remember seeing people use rug beaters to get the grit out of carpets or other items. I'm assuming that is what he referred to.

[@DerpyDaringDitzyDoo]

@@Lawofimprobability I know some people that still use those, they work! But no I looked it up and turns out a "Laundry Bat" or "Washing Paddle" is just that, something they use to beat the dirt out of wet clothing in conjunction with a washboard. I presume it's still used in North Korea as many people there have little to no electricity. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washing_paddle

[@ryanbenson8640]

Laundry bar was probably used due to the lack of washing machines and dryers in NK.

[@juliaj7939]

I find it funny that North Koreans are taught that all Americans have blonde and/or yellow hair. This is because President Trump has blonde hair and it reinforces this belief.

[@CreativeCreatorCreates]

Thank you so much for sharing your story!

[@juliaelrod2154]

I had no idea the north Korean children are taught these songs about America in schools. We were taught our national anthem. Never a negative song about another country. And I was a kid during the cold War with ussr. I guess that's what it means to grow up free. 💞

[@iamfodder1017]

Welcome brother. We hold nothing against North Korea; but, if forced into a fight, we will fight. Lets all hope that day never comes. Enjoy yourself, see the world. There's a lot out there to see.

[@mfree80286]

The sentiment that Americans would be offended by the songs and the derogatory terms shows something deeper; Americans have pride in their country, this is true. But to say North Korea has a national pride isn't entirely accurate... North Korea has a form of national egotism, that is masqueraded as pride. Ego is what leads to the propaganda, not pride.

[@tudrego]

Really eye opening when watching these videos. When he said, "they are just people like us " reminded me of when I came to the same realization while stationed in Saudi Arabia. What I thought of the average Muslim was not anywhere near the truth. On the whole they are People like me.

[@craigcorson3036]

All people everywhere are people like you and me. All of us have the same aspirations, and more or less the same motivations. It's time that everyone came to that realization, and we end adversarial relations between nations. SO MUCH MORE could be achieved if we cooperated instead of competed.

[@alicesmith7020]

@@craigcorson3036 Unfortunately, war is a big money maker.

[@craigcorson3036]

@@alicesmith7020 Nothing compared with what could be made from a sustained peace. Peace would be FAR more profitable.

[@jman0870]

@@craigcorson3036 I don't think you fully understand how war profiteering works....e.g. Halliburton *cough* Dick Cheney *cough* It's not about how much nations could benefit from peace, it's about how much individuals can profit from war.

[@gregpickett8816]

I've never served, so thank you for yours first of all. We have had a Muslim population in this country for my whole life at least, which should be indicative of the validity of this statement across the boards. A lot of people who have a skewed view of Muslims interact with them sometimes on a daily basis and are none the wiser. A Muslim, a Christian, an Orthodox Jew, same vehicle painted in different colors. The engine that drives them are the people.

[@chrisstanton70]

NK vs USA is like when you play Starcraft and you've built up a base and an army thinking you're strong. Then your base gets obliterated by 4 armies because your opponent already took over the whole map.

[@Rainbowhawk1993]

Story of my time trying to play PvP with fellow high schoolers.

[@over-educated-sp]

I always enjoy a little dimple in my daily life. 😝 I adore your KZbin!

[@a1marine105]

Imagine filling your citizens head with thoughts that they can best a military that has a single tank with more technology than their entire airforce

[@mycroft16]

The reason it works is that their leaders aren't actually stupid enough to try to beat us. It's all show to keep their people in line. They know for absolute certain exactly how fast they'd get wiped off the face of the Earth if they ever tried anything beyond saber rattling. So they get all the footage and soundbytes they can twist however they want to keep the huddled masses well and truly huddled.

[@ringo666]

I'm pretty convinced a couple of A10 squadrons could vanquish their whole military. Throw in a couple Spooky gunships, and it's a lock.

[@gl15col]

Most Americans feel so sad for the plight of NK; the leaders for sure figure it's easier to keep control of the people if they're hungry all the time. But any attempt to help just ends up making things worse...I can assure you those soldiers don't want to fight NK soldiers because they would rather help them with food and medical care.

[@MrTech226]

True, Fat Boy and his family living the life in luxury while their people are struggling to survive in NK..........

[@SweetTea-Stephens]

America sends food to NK. ITLL HAVE USA on the label on the boxes. They had a video on here awhile ago about that. It’s sad that the people don’t realize that. That we want to help them overturn their horrible dictatorship. But you can’t help those who don’t want to help themselves.

[@joanmyron]

@@SweetTea-Stephens true. But I disagree with them not helping themselves. The normal N Korean people try their best to survive. Even so, they smuggle movies, information and other things from China, or S Korea. Not only do they risk their life every day doing so, but the big majority understands that their "leader" is a piece of s.hit. No one can say anything tho, or they AND their family gets killed or worse, off to labor camps.

[@commandermime38]

Most people in these comments are talking about how powerful America is, or how amazing the video is, while I'm sitting here like, "He served in the 501st Battalion!? Does he know Rex or Anakin!?"

[@HedaWarlock]

I was looking for this comment. I hope he knows Ahsoka too x3

[@matThaHatter]

You're the man, brother. No matter how much better fed or trained we are, few of us have overcome your struggles!

[@justinnoland7887]

I always love watching these videos... As a retired soldier and fellow I salute you... Roh chol min...

[@ratedRblazin420]

I'm an American and most of my family are/were in the military. I honestly started to get angry watching this until he said this... "but NK is too full of pride to acknowledge it's what they live on and what they have left" and it suddenly made sense. I never thought about that angle and it makes perfect sense. Thank you for the video it definitely puts things into perspective. Just a little fact, our military budget is 38 times the total GDP of North Korea. NK GDP is $19 Billion USD, and the US Military budget is $740 Billion.

[@lucialamprey2690]

Personally, I'd rather have healthcare for all and forgiveness of student loans than the military-industrial complex. But damn we're good!

[@oscopin74]

Glad you made it out! From one former soldier to another... I hope everything good comes your way 🙏. And hopefully one day the Kim's will be over and the people of DPRK can experience freedom. Freedom of thought. Freedom of expression. Freedom of haircuts, a full stomach and everything else the world has to offer.

[@gracecookie4604]

It's cool my friend most of us understand that the people of NK are brainwashed at birth. we still give a cheer every time we hear one of the NK people escape that nightmare.

[@spider81mati]

Great video, I like to hear about other people life experience and how things have changed for them. Plus I going to say it; Roh Choi Min is really handsome.

[@AlgaeNymph]

The most accurate North Korean depiction of the US Army is from that episode of Squirrel and Hedgehog where the Wolves were throwing jeeps and smashing logs.

[@TheMullerator]

I really enjoyed your video. I have watched many defectors speak of their journey. I like this guy. He seems so honest!

[@karma1087]

Him: "...practicing with bayonets..." Does....Does N.K know what year it is??

[@bmused55]

Don't mock it. All armies train with bayonets/knifes. It's an essential skill as sometimes a sneak attack is better than a gun fight. Plus, knifes and bayonets do not run out of ammunition.

[@karma1087]

@@bmused55 Bro...It's a joke. N. Korea isn't known for being very advanced, it's just a joke.

[@fruitb4ts]

i'm so happy that you're safe and free now :)

[@eraser9812]

I as an American am offended by 0 words of a person who escaped Tyranny. I am only proud for you! Love you brother and welcome to freedom!

[@wes11bravo]

Glad to meet you, brother! Thanks for sharing your story and keep in mind, it takes more effort and foul language to offend a grunt and even then we'll just laugh. All the best of luck to you, my friend!

[@MrTech226]

You should asked Japan what happen when they attacked Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, then US Territory on Dec. 7,1941. One of Japanese General stated we "awoke the sleeping giant!" Reason for NK acting badass is their Ally, China maybe Russia. Without them as allies, NK doesn't measured up!

[@minniemouska4320]

No, the quote was” I fear we have awoken a sleeping tiger”. And the nuclear bomb was invented.

[@DonVigaDeFierro]

I don't think that Russia will step up to aid NK. Far too much to lose and with little gain. China may do, but I still find it very unlikely.

[@imbwildrd3693]

Hi Roh!! I was so emotionally moved by this video. You are a brave man and I'm glad you got yourself out of NK. I'm glad you are seeing the real rest of the world. I hope more like you can finally bring NK into the modern world and help break it's chain of dictatorships. So happy for you! :)

[@stacy9032]

No, as an American, I am not offended. You cannot help what you were taught, and have actively sought the truth which is amazing. I’m very proud of you for that and very happy for you to know the truth. I want our people to be friends. I actually wish our country would march in there TODAY and drag Kim out of that country and feed his people.

[@koretmulder6316]

I feel for you, it must have been a huge cognitive shift after leaving North Korea. That can't have been easy.

[@MrEmichan]

Thank you for sharing your stories. I am so glad you are now free and safe. I'm curious. What are the difficulties you face living in South Korea? Are there aspects of your life in NK you miss (other than family/friends)?

[@NelleBear]

Its so interesting and sad how so much of their education and even their lives revolve around the US. As an American, of course we learn about the Korean war and are aware of the history/current situation of North Korea, but on a day-to-day basis give no thought to their country besides generally feeling sympathetic towards the people who are unfortunate to be born there. I honestly do find it very, very sad that NK indoctrinates their kids from such a young age to hate a whole country and spend so much of their lives training to fight a fight they can never win, when US citizens are just free to focus on our lives.

[@_Mr.D]

Dude is a bad ass but yet so kind and down to earth. Sir if you ever come out to Seattle I would be happy to show you this beautiful part of the states!

[@mscrikey23]

I am always amazed by the humbleness of these individuals that have done the impossible. Overcome the impossible. Yet in the Americas we honour actors. No shade to entertainers at all, but the glory they have with awards, fame and money... but these folks? Nothing short of super humans. Yet a meager KZbin vid.

[@dasteufelhund]

Damn this guy looks harmless, but he is a true badass.

[@fivemjs]

And we don’t WANT to go to war. We only want to somehow help those who are suffering....and obviously “disarm” those who continue to CAUSE that suffering. Obviously this is a naive blanket statement.....but it’s no less true.

[@frankiecastelo9257]

1:56 he calls us "US Dogs'' ah yes...the Marines

[@bakarangerpinku]

Haha too true.

[@colephares4973]

North Korea: "US Dogs" Me (an American): I love dogs. I'll allow it.

[@wonkothesane8691]

Hope you get a chance to visit the United States, and if you're ever here, be sure to visit Texas. We'll feed you up proper. BBQ and beer, little brother, BBQ and beer.

[@samuelmason8370]

As soon as they trained me how to evade in the special ops, I moved to south korea- LOL

[@DragonsinGenesisPodcast]

My heart goes out to every person trapped in that country.

[@wallyw3409]

Need this guy on more here is a great speaker!

[@rocketman8476]

I commend you sir for your bravery. I hope your family is well, if you had to leave anyone behind. I worry about that, don’t families of defectors revive punishment?

[@SuperDrLisa]

So sad they don't even feed their soldiers.

[@patrickt49]

I watched a video with Yeonmi Park, a North Korean defector. She said everytime Kim would take a picture they would purposely take pictures with high ranking officials and soldiers with a "fuller" look and take out any evidence of thin malnourished troops as part of their propaganda.

[@hamiltoneast]

Good info for sure. Dubbing would make such a big improvement. Hopefully enough people support Dimple to pay for that.

[@chillin134]

I love to hear your comparisons

[@stumpedii8639]

to be honest NK soldiers would be better off.. freedom and food wise.. as POW's than as citizens of the Dprk.

[@coreylouviere4466]

They would be well fed and get medical treatment if needed, as a POW.

[@bruhpuppy5013]

Damn y’all should show him a A10, that’ll scare the pants off him lol

[@Spartan10152]

Dude, the sound of the A10's main gun gives me a great feeling

[@texassmokingmonkey]

I’m not offended by the way North Koreans talk about the American military. I feel bad for them, because this is what they are taught from childhood, it is not their fault. I wish we could have a peace treaty with North Korea, we could help them so much! Give them food and necessities, help them with their electrical grid, and be friends like we are with South Korea. The country is destitute, and living under a dark cloud. But of course China will never allow this. It makes me very sad for the North Korean people. I can’t imagine the USA ever “invading” North Korea. If we ever did, it would be to liberate the North Korean people. America has no problem at all with the North Korean people. We would love to help them if we had the chance.

[@salamanca1954]

There is a powerful book based on the testimony of North Koreans who have escaped, titled "Nothing to Envy," by Barbara Demick. If anything, Americans care about the plight of North Koreans, and wish them no harm.

[@cteal2018]

"They are people...just like me..."' now if only our leaders could realize that Welcome to the "New World"