Arlington Full Honors Burial Pvt. William E. Rambo April 4, 2022 MIA Betio, Tarawa KIA Nov 20, 1943

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  • The real RAMBO was a United States Marine!
    Marine Full Honors burial services were held at Arlington National Cemetery on April 4, 2022 for Pvt. William E. Rambo.
    Pvt. William E. Rambo of the United States Marine Corps, who was “Killed in Action” on November 20, 1943, in the Battle of Tarawa. The battle took place during World War II on the Island of Betio in the Tarawa Atoll in the Gilbert Islands in the Pacific Ocean. Pvt. Rambo was 20 years old and from LaPorte, IN.
    Thomas Griffith was presented the flag of a grateful nation by Marine Sergeant Major Jesse James Dorsey Jr.
    Music credits: The Marines Hymn by The Presidents Own
    Amazing Grace on Bag Pipes

Komentáře • 607

  • @bepolite6961
    @bepolite6961 Před rokem +252

    I am a retired British cop and serviceman. Years ago I attended a call where neighbours reported not seeing their neighbour for several days. I forced entry into his house and found him dead in the bathroom. After making sure there was nothing suspicious about his passing and seeing to his dignity, I began the routine enquiries of trying to locate his next of kin. Neighbours told me he had no family they knew of and a search of his house and personal belongings found no information. I did notice a lot of framed photographs and memorabilia that told me this man had served in the Royal Navy for decades. I contacted the Royal Naval Association. They instantly took care of everything from there on. An appeal for family was placed in the local press but none were traced. At his funeral, hundreds of serving and former service members from every service, Navy, Army, Airforce attended. He may have passed away alone but he was not alone when he was sent on his final journey. That's what it means to have served. You are never alone in death and you are never forgotten by your brothers and sisters in arms.

    • @djnasaonassis
      @djnasaonassis Před rokem +7

      Irmãos nunca estão sozinhos. Nossos respeitos a todos os soldados desconhecidos. em todo tempo e lugar.

    • @jasonmacneil2256
      @jasonmacneil2256 Před rokem +5

      Thank the good Lord for YOU bepolite, and your actions or this may have had a different outcome.

    • @ericchandler2422
      @ericchandler2422 Před rokem +8

      God bless you sir for what you did for this honorable man may you experience nothing but blessings all the days of your life and thank you for your service and your beautiful story

    • @debbiebammann8444
      @debbiebammann8444 Před rokem +5

      How 😢. I'm so glad you checked on him and gave him a proper burial! God bless you!

    • @billjenkins687
      @billjenkins687 Před rokem +5

      Thank You for your service to your country. You are a patriot.

  • @joshmcdonald5520
    @joshmcdonald5520 Před rokem +128

    Leave None Behind.
    It took nearly 80 years, but he was found, and brought home.
    As Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen we know that if we fall, we will never be left behind.
    Rest Easy Marine. Welcome Home.

    • @lucianotallone929
      @lucianotallone929 Před rokem +5

      Leave nobody behind

    • @jspee1965
      @jspee1965 Před rokem +12

      I mean no disrespect. As an Australian I REMEMBER the sacrifice of the United States Marine Corps and United Stated Navy in the dreadful horror of the Pacific War. My Grandma was fond of telling me as a child, if it wasn't for the incredible heroism of American servicemen at the Battle of the Coral Sea , we Australians would be speaking Japanese. There is a blood debt owed. We have endeavored to pay it forward in Korea , Vietnam , Iraq and Afghanistan. Take care Yanks, and may God bless you 11/11.

    • @nationalistdiplomat8751
      @nationalistdiplomat8751 Před rokem +8

      Your final words in this comment give me so much joy. Rest Easy Pvt. William E. Rambo, you are home and in the arms of a grateful nation.

    • @williammyers4636
      @williammyers4636 Před rokem +3

      OooohhRaaah. We never leave anyone behind

    • @GaryVanPoperin
      @GaryVanPoperin Před 2 měsíci

      Amen to all that Serve in the Service of this country! God Bless America and All that Serve, Have Served and Gave their Lives for this Great Country and Freedom! I Served and forever proud!

  • @XJarhead360
    @XJarhead360 Před rokem +261

    Civilians don't understand that young men go into battle scared, hungry, sweaty and with the knowledge they might not make it. Pvt. Rambo did what his country asked him to do while confronting his fears. He finally came home but not as he wanted. Semper Fi and may he RIP.

    • @johan13135
      @johan13135 Před rokem +15

      Civilians and young folks know that old farts send young men to die for their war

    • @dejavu666wampas9
      @dejavu666wampas9 Před rokem +19

      Civilians can never truly understand that military service means you are writing a blank check to the country, for the amount up to and including your life.
      Someone who hasn’t done that cannot be blamed for failing to understand. They can, however, be blamed for never having signed such a check.

    • @Jakkaribik1
      @Jakkaribik1 Před rokem

      @@johan13135 Nobody should be happy that people go to war and the people who send them laughing their ass off after all they are here to kill free of charge (Some Sick Joke people Like to Praise that)

    • @Jakkaribik1
      @Jakkaribik1 Před rokem

      @@dejavu666wampas9 "including your life." Fuck that I don't want people to die so why should they get a special place in the Heart after they Killed hundreds from other families unless they are terrorists never stopping war and bombings that is bad

    • @pipes9ctdegs823
      @pipes9ctdegs823 Před rokem +18

      As a Piper and ex RAF, its an Honour to be involved in making the send of such a Special moment. Amazing precision and timing. Rip Sir.

  • @9Phillimeter
    @9Phillimeter Před rokem +160

    I’ve never seen respect and dignity delivered with such perfection. I’m British and no one does this like the US military. Not even us. It’s a marvel to watch. RIP Marine 🇺🇸

    • @johngiovine8792
      @johngiovine8792 Před rokem +17

      Thank you sir. I want to sincerely thank Britain and all of its people for holding fast in WWII as Britain was the last major stronghold of freedom and they the root of the soul of many who saved us in WWII.

    • @Jilli8310
      @Jilli8310 Před rokem +16

      Thank you Sir. That is such a beautiful thing to say. I actually came to this video after Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth passed away. I had watched the men firing the canons, I had noticed one of them moving around quite a bit, I wanted to see our Marines in similar situations. Not to compare, just to see the difference in style. I do respect the British Military so very much and my heart aches for your nation during this time. Sending love from the US.

    • @999dallas999
      @999dallas999 Před rokem +9

      I was on deployment in Kuwait in 2009. On memorial day there was a ceremony honoring the fallen in Iraq and Afghanistan. It was very impressive. However the highlight was when the British garrison arrived.
      The Americans came straggling to the memorial from all over camp in one's and twos. The British arrived marching in formation and were very professional. They certainly outclassed the US and made an indelible impression on me. They certainly made us look less than stellar on our holiday.

    • @tylercornia7267
      @tylercornia7267 Před rokem +2

      Respect

    • @kristiankappen7143
      @kristiankappen7143 Před 8 dny

      That because we love and respect out veterans that much that we must do this

  • @alexandersinhell8376
    @alexandersinhell8376 Před rokem +25

    As a grandson of a Marine who fought in 'Nam and is buried in Arlington, i salute you, Fallen Marine. Your watch is done, Private Rambo. May you never be forgotten.

  • @josephmckenna3720
    @josephmckenna3720 Před rokem +216

    Although it was one of the saddest days of my life, I remember walking down that same road and being instantly filled with a sense of comfort, honor and peace seeing my grandfather, a Marine, an Officer, a Veteran who worked in the space program given full honors in such a beautiful way for his life of service. Our men and women in uniform at Arlington perform an invaluable service, and I thank them from the bottom of my heart for that day..

    • @markjordan1765
      @markjordan1765 Před rokem +4

      Semper FI son. Love you

    • @jspee1965
      @jspee1965 Před rokem +7

      Absolutely extraordinary sir. Thank you for sharing.

    • @srholt440
      @srholt440 Před rokem +2

      Yes it does

    • @scrapiron3847
      @scrapiron3847 Před rokem +2

      🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏

    • @maurolopessilva4748
      @maurolopessilva4748 Před rokem

      IGRAJA AMERICA MAURIN TAMBÉM
      É COLUNA DE FOGO .POR ISSO ELE O
      PRÓFETA BIĹLI FALOU QUE É NOSSO
      QUEM VAMOS CHAMAR OS QUE DORME.

  • @tomc.7520
    @tomc.7520 Před rokem +126

    Thank you Pvt. Rambo for the freedoms I have today. Never forget how much we owe these men. R.I.P.

    • @RAYMOND169
      @RAYMOND169 Před rokem +3

      SEMPER FI MY BROTHER Cpl Raymond Bailey

    • @MagSeven7
      @MagSeven7 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Agreed. Pvt. Rambo, as was my father, part of the Greatest Generation. My father was a Marine in WWII as well. These were ordinary people, doing extraordinary things. God Bless and Thank you.

  • @MikeM275
    @MikeM275 Před rokem +96

    I still remember my Dad's funeral in 1978. Although he had spent his life as an educator helping kids, he had been in WWII. A Staff Sgt, Omaha Beach, first wave, 741st Tank Battalion attached to the 1st Infantry Division, then the Hedgerow fighting, liberating St. Lo, first into Paris, and surrounded on the opening night of the Battle of the Bulge. I have all of his letters home to my mom. I have the flag the military folded and handed to my mom in the ceremony, just like this one. It's been in my closet for decades. I think I should bring it out onto a place of honor in the living room.

    • @KennyInSubic
      @KennyInSubic Před rokem +2

      👍

    • @timhoran3887
      @timhoran3887 Před rokem +3

      I agree amazing men they where !!!!

    • @albertserrano3707
      @albertserrano3707 Před rokem +4

      Omaha Beach was no picnic. The US had a lot of casualties there in half an hour.

    • @roderickstockdale1678
      @roderickstockdale1678 Před rokem

      I guess your mom is long gone now too…….

    • @MikeM275
      @MikeM275 Před rokem +4

      @@albertserrano3707 The 741st had a total of 48 heavy tanks, light tanks and Bulldozer tanks that set out that morning for the assault on Omaha Beach...at the end of day 1, they had only 3 left that hadn't been sunk coming ashore or destroyed in battle. With heavy human losses also.
      For its actions on Omaha Beach on June 6-7, my father's Battalion was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation. (His unit would get another Presidential citation for putting up great resistance in the Battle of the Bulge 6 months later).
      I have his letters home to my mom, most written from foxholes. In one he talks about "Benny" being a smoker and made it hard to breath in the foxhole lol. He wrote, "I've slept in cars, under cars, in places I would not even have walked into in civilian life." He spoke of "robot planes" that the Germans flew overhead.
      And about the time... "our excellent anti aircraft shot down a Jerry 88 one of the biggest bombers and it shot into flames. The motor was the largest piece of material left and the flyers were beyond recognition. Just some of the sights we see."
      On the opening night in the Battle of the Bulge they knew they were surrounded, he began a letter to my mom..."Honey I don't think we're going to make it out this time...."
      The greatest generation.

  • @hhhhhh2062
    @hhhhhh2062 Před rokem +56

    A Generation that will never be out done
    Rest Easy Rambo more gutts and heart then most these days.
    God Bless

  • @edwardperett9746
    @edwardperett9746 Před rokem +26

    Pvt. William E. Rambo:: Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Our country is grateful❤

  • @michellecalling
    @michellecalling Před rokem +29

    Dear Pvt. Rambo and to his family. I dearly appreciate your sacrifice to our country. Thank you.

  • @johnslaughter5475
    @johnslaughter5475 Před rokem +10

    Thank you for posting this. I have had the honor to visit Arlington National Cemetery while on an Honor Flight. I also had the honor to be met at the gate by a member of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment who drove me to the site where my first C.O. was laid to rest. He was the best C.O. a new sailor could have to begin his career. He then drove to rejoin my group at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. I don't think anyone can ever visit Arlington without feeling a profound sense of the importance of the National Cemeteries that look over the final resting places of the men and women who served their country, and so many who made the ultimate sacrifice. My final honor will be to be laid to rest at sea with the millions of other sailors who already sleep in the depths.

  • @spawntez
    @spawntez Před rokem +86

    Welcome home my marine brother, may you finally rest in peace amongst your fallen brothers. Semper Fi

    • @johnmccue9798
      @johnmccue9798 Před rokem +11

      I was 7 months, 3 days old when this Marine died for my freedom, it brings tears to my eyes. and yes - i'm retired navy

    • @spawntez
      @spawntez Před rokem +7

      @@johnmccue9798 - congrats on retirement JM, I'm also retired after 33 long, hard years. It was a good ride.

    • @robertwilliams5009
      @robertwilliams5009 Před rokem +2

      As a retired SGTMAJ i am glad that he was finally brought home to the land he loved and fought for. May his family be grateful for this as to many people forget what it means in life.

  • @chriscuddeback8374
    @chriscuddeback8374 Před rokem +24

    While I have been to a few military funerals...one for one of my best friends since bootcamp and being stationed together to my own fathers service at Arlington...It is the most bone chilling experiance I have and will ever encounter! I am proud to be a Navy vet and the son of a Marine who served 2 tours in Vietnam! I do not wish this type of service for anyone. Very well done color guard! Semper Fi Marine.

  • @montyzumazoom1337
    @montyzumazoom1337 Před rokem +30

    Very moving.
    We made a point to visit Arlington Cemetery when my wife and I took our three teenage children to Washington DC as part of a family trip to the USA many years ago.
    Sincere respects and best wishes from a Brit on the other side of the pond.

  • @georgebarnessr5472
    @georgebarnessr5472 Před 2 lety +51

    Finally Home. Rest In His Arms Pvt Rambo. The line still holds. You are with your brothers.

  • @hlaan2
    @hlaan2 Před rokem +46

    Viewing this from the Netherlands I am impressed by this ceremony showing respect to your fallen soldiers . I wish we would have this in our country .

    • @debbiegreene8459
      @debbiegreene8459 Před měsícem

      He's a Marine, not a soldier. I'm not trying to be rude but my son, highly decorated Marine, has drilled it into me. Marines are different from soldiers. Either way, may God bless each and every one of them.❤😢😢😢

  • @Razgriz218
    @Razgriz218 Před rokem +28

    As a former Dutch combat engineer I want to say that this was such a beautiful and respectful way to say goodbye to this warrior. May he rest in peace and may his family find the strength to carry on. I salute you.

    • @cmd9518
      @cmd9518 Před rokem +4

      Any one who watches this and then can say they HATE AMERICA does not deserve to be in AMERICA and should be told to GET THE HELL OUT. I personally know a living WWII Navy Vet and I consider it an honor and a privilege to know him. He is 94 years old.

  • @jspee1965
    @jspee1965 Před rokem +17

    The snap and grab the US Marines do with the rifle at Present Arms is extraordinary. I'm an Aussie living in the United States , I have family in the Military in both Countries. Forgive me . May God Bless William and may his memory be a blessing..

  • @dianegibboney4347
    @dianegibboney4347 Před rokem +96

    My dad's was identical to this. It doesn't matter rank etc...they give them all the same respect .

    • @dalirfarzan1694
      @dalirfarzan1694 Před rokem +7

      It's because families only get one funeral, so they all want it to go well, with the upmost respect.

    • @susangibney3805
      @susangibney3805 Před rokem +6

      Diane , my name is Gibney. So close. Your father must have been a special man to receive full honors. My father and uncles were all marines. WW2 and Korea.

    • @gailcortner2623
      @gailcortner2623 Před rokem +11

      As a former member of The United States Air Force Honor Guard. I can say with each and every single service we provide the same level of detail, and professional performance as if it were our own loved one the detail was for because in fact it was our Brother or Sister. My Prayers for your loss

    • @derekchristophernordbye7710
      @derekchristophernordbye7710 Před rokem +5

      Deservedly so, brother!! They paid for our privilege to be free and, live with their very lives!!! So. Yes. They ALL deserve that level of dignity, honor, respect!!
      To, ALL who are Gold Star family members: thank you for your relatives selflessness in giving, BOTH, me AND, my son the privilege of being alive and, free!!! OOH-RAH, HOOYAH, HOOAH!!!!!!
      Semper Fi!!! Semper Fortis!!!!

    • @tracieh215
      @tracieh215 Před rokem +4

      My grandfather was a Navy officer and yes, the respect is the same. And it is very real.

  • @djnasaonassis
    @djnasaonassis Před rokem +26

    I wish I had been born in this country.
    There is respect and honor in this place.

    • @brianbyczek3042
      @brianbyczek3042 Před rokem

      and we would be a better place if you did......thank you

  • @raybaker8726
    @raybaker8726 Před rokem +5

    RIP Pvt Rambo. Thank you. My Grandfather is a Marine. Grandfather worked as a guard over the Anola Gay before it went to Japan. When Grandfather passed he was laid to rest in a small cemetary close to where he lived. He had the same send off.

  • @scrapiron3847
    @scrapiron3847 Před rokem +74

    My father could’ve been buried at Arlington,awarded Silver Star WWII,instead he wanted to be buried next to his son,in our hometown,never knew he was awarded the Silver Star,never mentioned it,at his funeral,two surviving members of his detachment,told how he saved the lives of his brothers,my father was only 5’6” 150lbs.red hair and freckles,they said he was fearless in battle,the only thing he said about war was the bond you create with your brothers,my father was a very quiet man and a small man,but he cast a huge shadow.RIP father

    • @rackets7991
      @rackets7991 Před rokem +6

      Just FYI..Only a fool or a liar is not afraid in combat. They perform in spite of the fear.. Heroism is doing what needs to be done despite being afraid.. Your father did what needed to be done despite his fears.. That is something to be extremely proud of...So many children never got to know their fathers. You were fortunate to have grown up with yours. A person isnt gone until they are forgotten..

    • @jimhirsch4482
      @jimhirsch4482 Před rokem +5

      "Ordinary" men like your father do extraordinary feats. God bless you and your great father.

    • @scrapiron3847
      @scrapiron3847 Před rokem +4

      @@jimhirsch4482 my father,could’ve been a mean person,after the horrible and brutal childhood,instead he grew to be a kind and compassionate man,we never knew anything about his war record,other than he missed the commraderie of his brothers in arms,he was a great man.

    • @scrapiron3847
      @scrapiron3847 Před rokem +4

      @@jimhirsch4482 thank you ,and God bless you and your family🙏

    • @djnasaonassis
      @djnasaonassis Před rokem

      Seu pai certamente foi um grande homem.

  • @lyad3618
    @lyad3618 Před rokem +27

    It is also sad that very soon there will no longer be living veterans from WWII. Time is passing by very fast, but their memories and sacrifice will live on forever. We are here today because of them. My utmost admiration and respect for each of them.

    • @djnasaonassis
      @djnasaonassis Před rokem

      Amém.

    • @rondodson5736
      @rondodson5736 Před rokem +2

      Yet so many today have no respect for what members of the military have done and continue to do for them. I served for 24 years.

    • @billace90
      @billace90 Před rokem +3

      Yes. And they were the greatest generation indeed.
      We, Vietnam Vets are slowly taking their place, day by day.

  • @petercarty6379
    @petercarty6379 Před rokem +11

    I watched this with so much pride and sadness . But to see him finally get his chance to rest in peace , was very important . Thank you for your service . Much Respect to you Sir.

  • @jonboxleitner7354
    @jonboxleitner7354 Před rokem +15

    What a service Pvt. Rambo has done for all of us.

  • @deloresdixon1676
    @deloresdixon1676 Před rokem +7

    Thank You PVT Rambo.for your service and sacrifice. You did so that my son and others like him could come home. Although they are never the same sons we sent to protect us, they are still the ones we love. God Bless you and your family.

  • @brendashaw2035
    @brendashaw2035 Před rokem +23

    My father's was no where near this elaborate! So beautiful and respectful. My dad served in WW II and Korean.

    • @gregoryh4601
      @gregoryh4601 Před rokem +1

      But he still gave Us Our Freedom in Our Land. May your Dad Rest In Peace and He has a Spot for you in Heaven. Amen 🙏

  • @soonerjontheconservative636

    what a tear jerker. It is so great to see the Marines honor a fallen hero from so long ago. This is why the US is such a great country.

    • @RCSmith1957yt
      @RCSmith1957yt Před 14 dny

      JFK said a nation is judge by how it honors it Heroes.

  • @patsheppard2616
    @patsheppard2616 Před rokem +25

    I’m glad to know he made it home at last. You don’t have to be family to appreciate someone. Thank you to you tube for letting us share these moments.

  • @robertkwiatkoski1292
    @robertkwiatkoski1292 Před rokem +7

    if bag pipes ,taps and Amazing Grace don't tear you up.... thank you for your sacrifice and dervice to our country.

  • @woodrowcall3269
    @woodrowcall3269 Před rokem +9

    This is the ultimate sign of respect. What’s really heart wrenching is the number of white crosses in the background. Gods speed Marine. Thank you for your service to our nation 🇺🇸.

  • @victorblock3421
    @victorblock3421 Před rokem +15

    When we see the care given to this brave young Marine, who sacrificed everything to benefit us, it's vital that children of all ages attend military funerals and to see the grieving families, the process. I would suggest several times a year. It's vital to our nations future that they see and feel this. We thank Pvt. William E. Rambo for his service, the ultimate sacrifice. Our condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

  • @williammyers4636
    @williammyers4636 Před rokem +6

    No greater honor than to honor someone that gave the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you sir

  • @judyduckett1225
    @judyduckett1225 Před rokem +7

    My late hubby was a WO1 RAE. My eldest son is a WO2 RAE…….so bloody proud of both of them!

  • @denniswebster1421
    @denniswebster1421 Před rokem +4

    My brother died April 6th 2004 when he first went into falusia. He is in the presidio in San Francisco. It kills me to see anyone this God Bless and thank you for your service.

  • @davidsoule1252
    @davidsoule1252 Před rokem +6

    In December, 2016, Renae Olsen and I went to Oahu, Hawaii for the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. I had been in the U.S. Navy during the 70's and am a Vietnam Veteran having served on USS Joseph Strauss DDG-16 during a couple of deployments during the Vietnam War. Strauss was homeported at Pearl Harbor. One of the events we went to was the Commemoration of the attack at the USS Oklahoma Memorial on Ford Island. Many of the earliest that DPAA identified were those that perished aboard USS Oklahoma. In July 2017, I attended the graveyard service for Elmer Tom Kerestes, Holdingford, MN. He was one of the earliest from USS Oklahoma that was identified through dna. I did not know him, but I had to go to his graveyard service. I literally walked in the footsteps of those that were lost on December 7, 1941.

    • @Kritterlu
      @Kritterlu Před rokem +1

      @David Soule Thank you Sir, for your service and sacrifices, for which without men and women like you, we would not live free. Thank you too for the honor you have given to those lost at Pearl Harbour, Dec 7th, 1941.

    • @davidsoule1252
      @davidsoule1252 Před rokem +1

      @@Kritterlu Thank you! Your reply means a lot to me.

    • @Kritterlu
      @Kritterlu Před rokem

      @@davidsoule1252 You are most welcome, Sir.

  • @jasonwickens0813
    @jasonwickens0813 Před rokem +9

    Brother MARINE. Much LOVE and thank you for giving the ultimate. Your life in defense of a grateful nation. Semper FI. May GOD keep you at peace for eternity.

  • @jimmysmith9273
    @jimmysmith9273 Před rokem +7

    Thankful For Your Devotion and Service You Sir Are Home Now

  • @sarahbennett4978
    @sarahbennett4978 Před rokem +12

    Rest in peace dear. You will be missed by a lot of people. Thank you for your service to our country.

  • @conniemaniaci3612
    @conniemaniaci3612 Před rokem +11

    I was so impressed while watching this video. I had never seen an actual service. This young man sacrificed his life for our country and he is now at rest with his fellow service members.

    • @OliverSutton1962
      @OliverSutton1962 Před rokem +3

      I'm not American but it made me cry. A beautiful service. 🙏

  • @Opr8rKaz
    @Opr8rKaz Před rokem +16

    Rest In Peace good sir, and thank you for your service.

  • @BMF6889
    @BMF6889 Před rokem +1

    My dad was a B-17 pilot during WW II and was shot down over Germany on July 26, 1943 and became a POW for the rest of the war. My dad stayed in the Air Force and flew B-47's and B-52's during the Cold War. One of my uncles was a double ace fighter pilot in he Korean War and retired as a Major General. He died at age 91 while playing golf. I have another uncle who was in the Green Berets in Vietnam and severely wounded. I have another uncle who was a pilot in F-106 interceptors during he Cold War and retired as a LtCol in the Air Force. My grandfather was a medical officer and was the senior medical officer on Eisenhower's staff during WW II. My brother was a Marine in Vietnam for more than 2 years and was severely wound such that they didn't think he would survive. I was a Marine platoon commander in Vietnam and served 21 years in the Marines with 2 additional years in combat.
    Thank God none of our family were killed in combat.
    But my dad lost 5 of his crew on his B-17, my uncle lost pilots in his squadron, my other uncle lost Green Berets in his unit, my mother was evacuated from the Philippines (where her father was stationed) after the attack on Pearl harbor.
    My family knows what sacrifice for our country is all about over generations.
    I now that Marines in battle are a band of brothers and that each Marine killed is a loss of our family.
    The burial of Pvt William E. Rambo killed on Tarawa in 1943 is the same feeling as if I lost one of my brothers. If you have never been in intense combat then you have no idea what I'm talking about. That's why they call combat a band of brothers regardless of what service you are in at the time.

  • @RomeoFoxtrotShallWeDance3670

    Rambo, says it all.
    Thanks for your service, RIP

  • @brewted
    @brewted Před rokem +5

    Ive walked those silent rows of marble expecting to feel the weight of americas dearest treasure below me, only to feel a lightness in my step. Not of my own accord but like a voice of those around me saying "enjoy the sun on your face and breath free air, honor us by living well before you too are called to rest". To those of us who have gone before us, Semper Fidelis.

  • @alfonsosurace4790
    @alfonsosurace4790 Před rokem +6

    Sono Italiano, ed ho pianto vedendo una cerimonia che dimostra tutto il rispetto per un caduto in guerra.

  • @tracieh215
    @tracieh215 Před rokem +5

    The USMC did the funeral for my grandfather, a USN captain. Most respectful, dignified sendoff ever.

  • @nicomerken1092
    @nicomerken1092 Před rokem +10

    Slaap jongen en liefs voor je familie uit Holland

  • @ericstidham8199
    @ericstidham8199 Před rokem +4

    This always brings tears to my eyes as I watch a fallen soldier be laid to rest...THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AND DEDICATION TO OUR COUNTRY THAT WOULD NEVER BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT SOLDIERS LIKE YOU....GOD BLESS AND GOD SPEED Pvt. RAMBO

  • @bigdog593
    @bigdog593 Před rokem +3

    My dad and grandpa was buried with military honors 🎖and I love them both all of our family has served in every conflict as I can remember and still do today as my son served 2 tours in Iraq 🇮🇶💙love you

  • @gabrielagaleazzi4716
    @gabrielagaleazzi4716 Před rokem +17

    How amazing the honoring of a fallen Angel! RIP and welcome home!

  • @jessicabuckman9675
    @jessicabuckman9675 Před rokem +15

    This is just utterly amazin how an honored soldier is honored and remembered. Awesome!

    • @nickdantzlerward8567
      @nickdantzlerward8567 Před rokem +3

      Marine, ma'am. He was no soldier. But yes - I completely agree.

    • @larrywilson8083
      @larrywilson8083 Před rokem +2

      He wore his nation's uniform and stood for something how about. You ????

    • @nickdantzlerward8567
      @nickdantzlerward8567 Před rokem +2

      @@larrywilson8083 Absolutely. I'm saying he wasn't a soldier, he was a Marine. We don't call Marines soldiers.
      I am a United States Marine.

    • @larrywilson8083
      @larrywilson8083 Před rokem +3

      I forgot that marines are in a class of their own sorry. THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE

    • @nickdantzlerward8567
      @nickdantzlerward8567 Před rokem +2

      @@larrywilson8083 Rah!!

  • @audraturner7913
    @audraturner7913 Před rokem +6

    My grandfather was a veteran from ww2 and he lived to be 81 so I know of the honor it is to have family In the service and it is an honor to watch these ty for their service and for the ones still living its an honor to know you are protecting us and being brave in such dire circumstances may God be with you all

  • @zuzannawisniewska4464
    @zuzannawisniewska4464 Před rokem +9

    Goodbye Pvt. William Rambo, let the American world remember you, you have joined your people... my condolences to your family and this nation.

  • @tonyb2614
    @tonyb2614 Před rokem +8

    Total respect. Royal Air Force Veteran.

  • @marksteele4235
    @marksteele4235 Před rokem +5

    I was US Army 1974. Our flags blow in the wind from all that serve our great nation. God Bless the USA!

    • @rackets7991
      @rackets7991 Před rokem +1

      Believe yours is likely the last generation that would fight for this country. So many of the current generation are indifferent. And many wouldnt fight to defend it as Ukraine citizens are..But Americans only understand freedom and have no idea what anything else is like.. Will they be surprised when they find out what non capitalism is like.. Reality is going to be a real shocker for them. LMAO in expectation.

  • @bryanhall9274
    @bryanhall9274 Před rokem +8

    I can’t say Rest In Peace because I know that you are in Heaven with the rest of our brothers. I look forward to seeing you and the rest of our brothers. SEMPER FI once a Marine always a Marine

  • @mitseraffej5812
    @mitseraffej5812 Před rokem +6

    The US military honour their dead servicemen and woman. It’s a great shame that many politicians find it impossible to honour the servicemen and woman that are still alive.

    • @edwinsalau150
      @edwinsalau150 Před rokem +1

      They paved over the cemetery as soon as the shooting stopped as part of an airfield. The Islanders just used it as they saw fit! Private archaeologists were the ones that started recovering our dead. Not the US military or Marine Corps!

  • @alvashoemaker8536
    @alvashoemaker8536 Před rokem +6

    RIP, Pvt Rambo. THANK YOU for your service. 🙏🙏❤️👣

  • @frankserra6709
    @frankserra6709 Před rokem +3

    Seeing this young Marine laid to rest with other warriors of America. I'm reminded of a quote from General Patton. Who stated "It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived". I thank GOD that we have such heroes in our blessed USA.

  • @Ry_guy7
    @Ry_guy7 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Only the best are buried at Arlington, this young soldier is no exception. I’ve visited that place, it’s really emotional cause you know most of the graves belong to people who died way too young. I’ve never lost anyone in war and my Grandpa who died of a heart attack never request military honors and instead had just a simple cremation and get together celebration but I still understand the pain of a mother and family when they lose a hero. No matter what side we are on, weather we are enemies or allies, every country has soldiers that deserve respect for fighting for their own country.

  • @danielwhitten7380
    @danielwhitten7380 Před rokem +8

    A simple Marine being layed to rest by brother Marines from a different era....Semper Fi ...

  • @michaelwittmann1973
    @michaelwittmann1973 Před rokem +8

    But always remember this: Marines die, that's what they´re there for! But the Marine Corps lives forever. And that means they live forever!

    • @rackets7991
      @rackets7991 Před rokem +2

      Many today have NO IDEA it is our military that insures the rights & freedom we enjoy.. And the Constitution is the framework of those freedoms & rights..

  • @USAIRFORCE621
    @USAIRFORCE621 Před rokem +30

    First let me say that we must cherish every moment with the greatest generation as our WW II veterans become fewer and fewer with each day, but they always will be true heroes!!! Pvt. Rambo our country can't thank you enough sir for your heroism, valor, gallantry and sacrifice on the battlefield of Tarawa, Rest in Peace sir and Semper Fi Marine!!
    Second and on a minor note who taught that female SSgt to salute because it is too far back, drop and give me fifty pushups for your snafu!!

    • @bobguy6542
      @bobguy6542 Před rokem

      Get over yourself.
      She was taught to salute by people far more skilled than yourself. If she's a little off on some movements because it's her first burial on the Arlington team, do you really need to critique her? Where do you get off having such opinion? It's vets like yourself that continually embarrass the military, by acting like an expert, just because you saluted a few times in your career. I've been active duty for 14 years, and I would never comment about the movements of the team at Arlington. It is vets like you that give us all a bad name. You were never taught discretion? Just. shut. up.
      -Active Duty Master Sergeant.

  • @endriu1597
    @endriu1597 Před rokem +4

    Klękający żołnierz przed starszym człowiekiem to jest obraz szacunku. Podziwiam i bardzo szanuję takich ludzi.

  • @17smurah
    @17smurah Před rokem +5

    Fair Winds and Following Seas Brother. We have the Watch, Rest Easy.

  • @tj1838
    @tj1838 Před rokem +2

    As I was stationed in Virginia back in the early '80s I got to go to the cemetery it was the most beautiful place I've ever seen in my life.

  • @SALTSoldiersComingHome
    @SALTSoldiersComingHome Před rokem +1

    These videos are a testament to the love and bond between soldiers and their families during their homecoming.

  • @vudulabrat
    @vudulabrat Před rokem +4

    Sharp presentation. We live in the greatest country known to mankind. Rest easy, Sir.. Semper Fi.

  • @mrj655
    @mrj655 Před rokem +6

    Rest In Peace “greatest generation”. Thoughts and prayers are with your family

  • @randyheim3627
    @randyheim3627 Před rokem +4

    A fitting resting place for another fallen soldier.Heroes All.RIP

  • @lewiskemp5893
    @lewiskemp5893 Před rokem +2

    The respect brought tears to my eyes. Monday will be 2 years since son died. My sympathies to the family.

    • @michaelgerner3751
      @michaelgerner3751 Před rokem

      God Bless. Thank you for your Son's Service and Sacrifice. And yours...........

  • @jurgenblick5491
    @jurgenblick5491 Před rokem +5

    It just warms my heart to see them come home

  • @donaldallen1768
    @donaldallen1768 Před rokem +3

    Semper fi Pvt Rambo, thank you for your service.

  • @scotthammond3105
    @scotthammond3105 Před rokem +1

    Joseph, God Bless your grandfather and all that serve. My dad and uncles served in WWII. Dad Navy...one uncle Marines...other uncle Army. All my respect to whomever serves in whatever way.

  • @bulldog1131
    @bulldog1131 Před rokem +3

    From here in Australia we say thank you. God bless you, your home now.

    • @rackets7991
      @rackets7991 Před rokem

      TEAMWORK...While ANZAC fought in Africa and Asia the U.S. Navy & military assisted in Australia's fight of the Japanese attacks on Australia & New Guinea. Many excellent video's about it on CZcams.. Lots of areas where U.S. and ANZAC soldiers lay buried near each other. Now our politicians are doing all they can to reverse their sacrifice's.. Reliable allies the U.S. and Commonwealth.. When we have a reliable POTUS.. Your in trouble today...

  • @RDARMORTANKERVET-
    @RDARMORTANKERVET- Před rokem +4

    Thank you for your service sir. May God watch over you.

  • @headhunter68305
    @headhunter68305 Před rokem +6

    Damn im not American and i dont like everything coming from th US,but this gives me Goosebumbs. Salute to the fallen Soldiers.

    • @rondodson5736
      @rondodson5736 Před rokem +1

      You are not alone. I spent 24 years in uniform and i have lost all faith. I lost faith in the govt many years ago, but now with the people letting what is happening to this country, i have lost all faith in the American people. I refuse to fight for those who will not fight for themselves.

  • @fabiann.leonmedina4702
    @fabiann.leonmedina4702 Před rokem +4

    What a great honor to be an American, what a great honor to have served in the Armed Forces.

  • @joanneweislocher8540
    @joanneweislocher8540 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Thank you for your service

  • @tenngirl4trump
    @tenngirl4trump Před rokem +2

    Thank You for your service and sacrifice for our freedoms Pvt. Rambo.... RIP

  • @spencerhauck690
    @spencerhauck690 Před rokem +2

    Im not a solder, but as a guy with autism ww 2 vets who fought on the front lines during ww2 and put hitler in the ground are all heros in my book and have my upmost respect and gratitude. Thanks to all soldiers who fight for America and may God bring them home safely.

  • @gregoryh4601
    @gregoryh4601 Před rokem +1

    To All the Veterans that Gave their Lives and To the Veterans that left Comments. From my Heart and Soul thanks for Serving and for Our Freedom in Our Country. Amen 🙏 to You All , May Saints Michael watch Over You

  • @johnleonard8311
    @johnleonard8311 Před rokem +5

    RIP young man , your country missed you . CWO 3 John Leonard and Spl 5 Madelyn Leonard in section 13 welcome you home.

  • @judyduckett1225
    @judyduckett1225 Před rokem +3

    My total love and respect!

  • @RJSAMCRO
    @RJSAMCRO Před rokem +2

    Thank You Sir, you don't know me like many of the people you never knew, yet gave your life and sacrificed everything so that people like me can know what freedom is. To all the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice along with those actively defending my freedom I don't know all of you but am eternally grateful for you. God Bless All our Veterans , God Bless their families and God Bless America the greatest nation in the world.

  • @peterburford9953
    @peterburford9953 Před měsícem

    This was a moving tribute and ceremony for our fallen Marine. God bless you Mr. Rambo and all other Hundreds of Thousands of Marines who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country and constitution. May he rest in peace.

  • @williamwhite2113
    @williamwhite2113 Před rokem +2

    RIP Pvt. Rambo. Thank you for your service and that you are now at rest. Godspeed.

  • @Weath13
    @Weath13 Před rokem +4

    Respect, Tradition, Honor to the fallen.

  • @themanamana81
    @themanamana81 Před rokem +4

    Incredible how much respect is shown here for a camarad! ... sad situation .. but it is nice to see

  • @bwoutchannel6356
    @bwoutchannel6356 Před rokem +3

    Amen, and God love them all.

  • @FresnoBob1313
    @FresnoBob1313 Před měsícem

    Thank you for your service, Pvt. William E. Rambo

  • @judyduckett1225
    @judyduckett1225 Před rokem +2

    The precision of the guys..total respect…love you all ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @norman7179
    @norman7179 Před 3 dny

    Beautiful !
    My condolences to those who lost their loved one.
    PLEASE, NO MORE WAR !

  • @mysterymayhem7020
    @mysterymayhem7020 Před rokem +5

    welcome home Marine. May you rest in peace with your brother and sister marines.

  • @terereynolds698
    @terereynolds698 Před rokem

    My husband retired from the Navy, but we're the extremely grandparents to 2 Marine's and a Marine granddaughter in law. Our oldest grandson is now a county sheriff in NC, his wife is still in the corp, and his middle brother is still on active duty, I couldn't be prouder of my boys and daughter.

  • @chandrarajman1725
    @chandrarajman1725 Před rokem +5

    What an awesome ceremony Rip God bless

  • @terrilynn1110
    @terrilynn1110 Před rokem +5

    Patrick, thank you for your efforts to keep those lost alive in the hearts of loved ones. Also that future generations may know the cost of war.

  • @pointingdog7235
    @pointingdog7235 Před rokem +3

    Thank you Private Rambo. Semper Fi!

  • @barryparker4066
    @barryparker4066 Před rokem +3

    Thank God he's home. Rest in peace pvt Rambo.