Willie Apiata NZ SAS speech for victoria cross

SAS New Zealand soldier Willie Apiata speech for victoria cross

[@hughfranklin4002]

A brave and humble man a credit to his country and the S.A.S. Congratulations on your award from an Englishman.

[@whispperson]

Well Done Willie Apiata. I Live in Britain and i am Not in the Military but i Support All What You Brave Men and Women Do in this Sick and Twisted World that we Live in. Thank You New Zealand and God Bless You.

[@drm42]

I came to watch this because I've just read an article about Willie Apiata and wanted to know more. I really didn't expect him to be such a simple, humble man - and I mean this in the best possible way. I guess sometimes the phrase "never meet your heroes" doesn't apply. I also loved how his superior stood by him and looked after him in difficult and overwhelming moments. Both of them are great examples of how kiwis stand up for each other in time of need.

[@natashayerkovich6602]

Kia Ora brother a very humble beautiful kiwi man and Maori pride we love u.

[@Roddo08]

A true hallmark of an SAS soldier...someone who is unassuming, quiet and humble...but then there is the other side...

[@thomasbisset1136]

what a good mate. i'd do anything for my boys. 5 years on and you're always gonna be my hero willie.

[@lueze123]

i cant belive how quiet an modest the guy is. to think the amount ov stupid little boys who get pissed an think they r hard cuz they r in a crowd. then look at willie, a true warrior, a real man.

[@andrewgirdlestone7607]

An exceptional soldier, a proud maori, and in the best traditions of the VC very humble, I commend you, sir

[@pagandude1]

Respect for some cunt sent to kill the Brotherhood in a country that had never threatened his own in an illegal war? Get real. He's dishonorable to the letter, and nearly got a cap in his ass for it. Such a shame , don't give him a medal---send him back and lets see him fight the Mujahideen with his bare hands. He wants to be a hero , let him prove it.

[@pagandude1]

It was an illegal invasion. Agreed? When I speak of the Brotherhood I think of all the woman children and elderly inclusive killed by stay bombs---that's who. I'm a Caucasian Muslim and a very proud one. I would be very interested to have an extended discussion with you about this . How can we achieve that?

[@pagandude1]

Pretty sure your dreaming. Who "won" the war in Afghanistan again? New Zealand? I don't think so fool.

[@garrymack]

To think that people like Willy can achieve something of this magnitude and still view them selves as being "just Willie Apiata" makes me very proud to be a New Zealander. Hes so humble he doesn't seem to know what to do with himself..

[@allgood6760]

Salute and respect mate👍🇳🇿

[@YouDontNeedMuch]

My favourite New Zealander.

[@stevehn787]

the documentry was really well done, I recorded it, and have watched several times, a very humble man in it

[@BloorPublishing]

Beautiful! Humble man. A True hero! Good on you mate!

[@steveinness7858]

Every recipient of the Victoria Cross exhibits the exact same qualities of quiet humble personality and never claim to be in any way special or brave, or a hero. They are very commendable individuals.

[@JasonMarsh-tt7ck]

Rubbish,have you heard what happened to the aussie soldier who was awarded the VC???yes he was stripped of it the dirty coward

[@TankCatIntoMordor]

Always like coming back and watching these videos, awesome stuff!

[@rollerballrico]

what a great bloke, good on him so glad NZ is on our side

[@stevehn787]

Glad you enjoy it, I should get round to putting the whole video up one day

[@partybiscuit]

A true hero. I hope one day he is able to truly appreciate what he has done. It must of been traumatic.

[@dk2010660]

Legend respect Willy

[@AllGrowing]

A real man - what a great example.

[@vanessajeanjohnson]

legend, New Zealand, proud.

[@stevehn787]

was one that was on anzac day this year, showing him getting told of his VC, media conference and presentation etc

[@devilndisquiz]

Thanks for uploading Steve :) Proud to be a Kiwi !!

[@maori_Mcsouljah]

Typical kiwi man humble honest loyal to his mates

[@joannewaenga619]

Your a legion NZ hero 👍

[@swanningaround]

Willie Apiata. A man like Albert Jacka, Audie Murphy or Alvin York. A great hero, and modest too. The VC of NZ is up there with the MOH and the heroic deeds of Canadians at Vimy Ridge.

[@bennichols561]

Have to throw Charlie Upham VC and Bar, in there.

[@wigaz]

Maybe someone could explain to me why his awarding of the VC was made public in the first place? Shouldn't it have been kept secret along with his identity? Either way he is an impressive individual who embodies everything I love about NZ!

[@hakaboy6924]

full respect and aroha to his whanau and his people

[@MrJimmyboy1972]

willie! as an ex soldier,thanks. i am at your back and you are at mine. your shout buddy!

[@bokson4]

the man has great character, well done!

[@lastpostbugler]

Unlike members of the UK's Special forces. Our brothers in arms in both the SAS(R) & NZ SAS tend too as one vet succinctly alluded to it '' to win gold & wear it'' &, as such, are positively encouraged by their political masters ( Head sheds) in alluding to their heroic endeavors in public . However, whilst such acts of courage & Bravery warranting the awarding of the V.C. are of course laudable. It goes without saying that such servicemen ( presently limited to male soldiers of such elite regiments ) will , one presumes, have had their anonymity & status compromised by virtue of said resulting publicity on NZ & Australian media. Where as similar actions by British SAS/SBS would be limited to the recognition within their own limited & exclusive communities. or in camera.

[@molanlabexm15]

@stevehn787 Well you ought to. I will watch it. I found that the other videos of Cpl. Willie Apiata represented New Zealand above reproach. This is something i respect.

[@stevehn787]

Is anyone interested in seeing the whole documentry ? If they are I will try and upload it all

[@rogerlewis6488]

As usual the press were not really prepared. No intelligent or thoughtful questions asked.

[@mcbreensnz]

most trusted nzer two years running

[@aarontsmall1975]

Yeah mate, an ordinary person put in a prick of a spot, who did what needed to be done. Respect

[@stevehn787]

@molanlabexm15 I will try and get it uploaded this weekend, its on an old hard drive recorder, so just need to find some leads for PC

[@Jamac007]

willie the man!

[@mcbreensnz]

I see myself as Wille Apiata, this is me. Fucking BOOM

[@goblinking169]

wouldnt mind someone uploading the 1 hr docco about him

[@leeds0united]

What did he do to gain the VC?

[@RupertAH]

@stevehn787 have you uploaded it yet?

[@BeaudeneNZCF]

" i see myself as Willie Apiata, im just an ordinary person and .... this is me" true words of a hero

[@molanlabexm15]

@stevehn787 I would be very interested in seeing this warriors entire interview.

[@mcbreensnz]

i see myself as wiile apiata

[@stevehn787]

@CumbyOnThePiss hi, sorry no, i lent the Hard drive recorder to someone as dont use it, will see if i can get back, told him not to delete it

[@stevehn787]

@TankCatIntoMordor hi, finally in the process of uploading now, part 1 and 2 are up, will be 5 or 6 parts in total, check out my profile for more now

[@Airus777]

Poor guy, I'd be the same, i can't stand speeches, get the nervs start shaking and gulping, shit sucks. He did a very good job, a legend.

[@stevehn787]

@molanlabexm15 hi, finally in the process of uploading now, part 1 and 2 are up, will be 5 or 6 parts in total, check out my profile for more now

[@joshbenton810]

It would have been crackup, and very kiwi if he said "yeah I was shitting a brick mate" for the were you afraid

[@Thunda1986]

yeah all maoris are like that it's not a fair comparision but stan walker in idol was very humble

[@bishopofsahs]

🇺🇸👍

[@simoncuming41]

Bloody reporters asking stupid insensitive questions! Obviously, not a memorable time in the frontline! The medal is very symbolic of that event. Is it really a good thing in that respect? I guess winners keep it well hidden away and forget about it!

[@AlonsoRules]

Anyone else think he looks a little like Freddie Mercury

[@swanningaround]

What a hero. These guys are modest, like Audie Murphy was. Quite a difference from Olympic Gold Medal winners who are usually never modest, for example, the arrogant displays of USA top athlete LeBron James.

[@MrZzr12]

It does seem a sorry stunt as how is it possible that of the 4000 NZ men who served in vietnam none received the VC. Does this mean that they were not brave enough to put their lives at risk to save a mate. The gallant men of the vietnam war should be pissed about this award. Bommer 321 has nailed it in one

[@0Zolrender0]

hes like any other VC winner...was shit scraed at the time..but got over it and thought of his mates and made sure he did his duty. and thats all any ANZAC has done. got shit scared. recovered. made sure mates were ok. and got on with it. the VC guys were jus t that and a bit more. i hasen to add if i was asking them were they shit scared, id bet them to tell me yes. courge is not the absece of fear, its the ability to conquer it....or maybe just put it aside for a few moments.

[@whataweta]

DID NOT??? you call him brave, what is there to understand except that it is true, sorry mate but I think you did not understand my message. I gave you a compliment.

[@bobgladstone]

Well done Willie well deserved thanks for posting Please check out my VC tributes and my online petition for VC Day Thanks

[@trickznmix]

ANZAC forever

[@HarringtonBartholomew-u9d]

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[@flyrideeatdrink]

poor lad...his life just turned upside down..!obviously a great honor but i'd bet anything he would prefer to be with his troop and therefore not win the vc as he was compromised totally by it..

[@amac2612]

ANZAC!

[@phylliswaterfield]

are all military guys so slow to speak.

[@vitz6793]

He suffers from PTSD and he was told to choose his word carefully dues to the SAS being extremely secretive in what there missions are

[@whataweta]

Was supposed to give a thumbs up, instead without thinking hit the thumbs down, bugger, three +s to you dude, sorry.

[@bommer321]

Not very "RELUCTANT" has two books out one for kids and one for adults, a TV spot and DVD etc..... anyway its not a VC its an NZVC a relatively new award. And as he himself says he just did his job if he had done anything else he would have been RTUed. I wonder if he stil smokes dope and gets so pissed his is legless like he was on Ex swift eagle Tasman Exchange in 1993 when he was in 6 Hauraki

[@tazw.k1199]

bommer321 what the fuck??😕😕 why you hating on the bro??

[@shack2850]

bommer321 what’s the problem mate ? You ok , why ???

[@creampuff6431]

Sounds like the guy that signed up to the now defunct Mp. Net with the intention of bad mouthing Apiata. One of the moderators, supposedly a stablemate of Willie’s lols , rightly stated that his private life was not why he was awarded the NZVC.

[@stevehn787]

@CumbyOnThePiss hi, finally in the process of uploading now, part 1 and 2 are up, will be 5 or 6 parts in total, check out my profile for more now