You can see his other squad mates were reluctant to help me he was literally the only one advancing on his own the 2 guys at the back moved forward then backed off
@@JJM2222 lol it makes no logical sense that the guys in front take bullets are in less danger than the guys at the back... c’mon what are you smoking?
My dad is one of the army rangers in the helicopter that got hit by an RPG. True stud. Thank you John Chapman, for being a hero and saving my father. I hope to lay flowers for you one day brother. Rest easy in Valhalla
I don't think that's how they do it in Valhalla. May you wage glorious and epic battles for eternity valiant warrior. That is Valhalla. The only place Chapman will be amongst his equals.
Sending all the love to you and your father and all the others he saved ❤. Chapman is really a true angel that saved all those people and i cant even imagen how you could survive all those wounds and still make a last stand to save all the others ❤
I've read that that are making a movie about this called Combat Control with Jake Gyllenhaal as Chapman ...idk if it's finished or not but once I saw this video I immediately looked it up to see if a movie was being made
@@jeffguerti8153fighting against the Russians they were fighting for their freedom, they became terrorists when they chose to be our enemy because we would not back any one group of them as leaders of a Russia free Afghanistan........ obviously you are an asshole and your ignorance is astounding,is this new or have you always been a loser ?
@@FNG_Star What the hell, that's not true, blaming entire religion just because a couple fuckshit terrorist telling the world they represent it? i call it bullshit
@@alvarohernandez4557 Did you not read the final sentence? I was being a smart ass to ar r. Nothing about what I said was serious. It was showing ar r what ignorance looks like. He wants to be a smart ass....so can I. What is wrong with your reading comprehension? Might I suggest reading glasses or...college?
@@FNG_Star I'm well aware of the final sentence but I could honestly care less, that's not a warranted response nor is it being a smartass. Just makes you look psychotic, serious or not
I’m from Russia. I’ve just watched a long documentary about Anaconda operation. John Chapman’s heroic deed made me very emotional. The events of this night, and the operation in general, deserve a movie. Rest in peace, American hero 🇺🇸
From another former Infantryman, amen brother. I just finished reading the book and had to come back to the video, if you haven't already you should read it. As a kid growing up in the 80's I always had dreams of being a Green Beret after watching Rambo of course. Then I read a book written by a Colonel Charles Beckwith and was like wow! I want to do THAT! Reality kicked in VERY quickly and I realized I'm not even close to the type of person it requires to be an elite soldier - and I was ok with that. Now I hear the story of John Chapman and I read the book and I honestly had ZERO knowledge of the combat controllers of the Air Force prior to this. They are without a doubt in my mind the MOST elite of all the SOF groups when you take into account all they go through JUST to become a CCT(2.5 yrs selection)let alone what they can accomplish on the battlefield. As the book says - they are the deadliest soldiers on the battlefield. Learning the history of the Special Operations Wing and its combat controller's as detailed toward the very end of the book was educational and also mind-blowing to think of all the missions they've successfully performed both combat AND humanitarian(!) was amazing. Sorry for rambling, but like I said I just finished reading the book and I'm still a little "amped" - ha ha.
Both of my Sons are military lads, and I could not be more proud if they had done what this heroic patriot did for his countrymen. I pray and hope with all my heart that no family ever suffers the tragedy of losing a loved one to warfare, but for those who give their all, I have the utmost respect and honour for. "No greater love hath man, than to lay down his life for his Brother...." My Sons are both rugged young bucks, and I hope God spares their Mother and I the heartache of losing them, but should they ever be in this situation, I hope they both give such a fierce account of themselves in the face of the inevitable. God rest John Chapman. He earned it.
"I do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend." - Faramir from Lord of the Rings: Two Towers
Seals...seals...seals. With all the hooplah and hollywood la dee daa. Here is one airman...and a whole team of seals yet from start to finish he alone assaulted the mountainside and lead the bulk of the attack by his damn self. While most of the seal team just seemed to do is linger behind, prob in awe of this man's balls. What an absolute fucking monster and savage. Airman Chapman encompassed and lived what all these book writing seals claim to be. What an amazing story and an absolute legend. Your war story will continue to strive on and inspire many generations of warriors to come! Cheers to you USAF Tech. SGT. John A. Chapman! Till Valhalla!!!
Something doesn’t seem right. Why was Chapman out in front alone I ask? Ta tics would say he should be with the team. Then he charges? I wonder if Chapman was being a cowboy trying to show he’s as good as team 6?
This man deserved to leave that hill and go home to his family as did many others who gave their lives for our country. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice John Chapman. We enjoy the freedoms we have today because of warriors like you.
All of this for what cost, right? I mean war will never perish. It's a never ending cycle. Although, RIP to the men and women who have lost their lives in war. I earnestly pray for a day when war will perish and peace prevail.
@@official_alphabet_inc Wasn't that war in like Afghanistan? How did they defend their country on the other side of the globe from a group that has never attacked the US lmao
@@iamf6641 I've been in that situation bullets went flying aimed at me and friend, i ran... AND When I stopped he wasn't behind me... I WENT RIGHT BACK NOT 45 MINUTES NOT 45 SEC... I'm sorry but I would have rather died than lived knowing I didn't DO ALL I COULD NO MATTER THE SITUATION... interesting fact I had no gun to shoot back with... My friend was shot but gone... And i took more fire on getting out there, we are still alive... All my dog said and say is I love you bruh YOU ARE MY BROTHER.. THE WORLD LET HIM KNOW I CAME BACK FOR HIM Ps I have dd214... We lost that day but I can sleep at night... And the fact they tried to railroad MSG Chapman is ultra disgusting I keep watching this over and I don't know bout you but every soldier is deadman walking... I wouldn't have left him... I cried for him straight up!!!! Death before Dishonor... Cliche to most but not all
@@kokalols1322 military or not homie this is what WE as people with love do... Love is stronger than fear... I know women that have done it also... Its not occupation ie military... it's heart... We all have it some of us don't know it... you be blessed and thanks
Mike Gaskin Adrenaline will help, aye. But what kept him going was all the previous psychological/mental training. I may be wrong but from what I can tell, steely mentality keeps most operators going as long as they aren’t physically disabled or dead. Of course most “normal” humans (even those pumped with adrenaline) will drop immediately because thats a normal survival instinct. Drop and try not to bleed out or cause internal injuries. Operators break that paradigm.
“To every man upon this earth death cometh soon or late, and how can a man die better, than facing fearful odds, for the ashes of his fathers, and the temples of his gods” I think John Chapman perfectly lives up to this quote. Despite knowing he was going to die on the summit, he fought tooth and nail to save his team members and kill the enemy combatants. I might not be an American, or a veteran, but I have the utmost respect and admiration for Chapman. He is a legend and shall always remain one. Rest easy Chapman, you deserve it.
I live and steadfast by that scripture I have done such as its not being a hero your more than a hero as my brothers in arms died on that faithful day, and I can't take that away from my Brother in arms John Chapman the motto "so others may live"R.I.P always remembered in our hearts@@Adam.Rushing
655 sigu What the narrator should have said when they he was climbing the mountain “John is slightly weighed down due to his massive balls” & “John is now viciously, and savagely suffocating the fighter with his bunk sized balls”
I find myself returning to this video over and over. It's a very emotional thing to watch. Whenever I need a reminder of what some did for my freedom I come to this video. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. God bless you and your family and fellow service members.
Chapman was a true warrior. The bird that came in after initial contact got hit hard. The PJ I knew was Jason. I was his class leader in the CTM class at Bragg, he was killed on the infill. Jason was a class act. These guys were amazing warriors. God Bless!!!
That’s the stupidest thing I’ve heard. Youre not a navy seal if you don’t know your fighting to save America by saving Americans lives he knew what he was doing
I watch this video at least once a week it feels like. When I'm feeling weak, and sick and I just want to give up because I'm so tired of being sick... I watch this man, fighting till the end. And it gives me strength. RIP John Chapman, you saved many more lives than just the men on that mountain with you.
let's be honest, they gave him the medal of honor because if they were going to build a statue of him, there wouldn't be enough material for the balls wow its been a year since ive written this comment, time flies
You must be really gay to think heroically of some American dude’s balls right now. Not to mention the fact that they’re the ones who invaded Afghanistan in the first place.
Apparently during the autopsy they found a massive bruise on his head which was indicative of two things: Why he was knocked unconscious and also the fact that he survived long enough for the bruise to form. It was the first clue that the Air Force got that the SEALs were not correct about when Chapman died. This disagreement between the Air Force and Navy is why it took 15 years for his medal of honor to be approved. The Navy didn't want it revealed that they not only abandoned Chapman but also ordered an airstrike on him.
I can’t stop shaking….. How could you do that to your Comrade….I’m humbled by this AMERICAN HERO….I’ll forever think of that dude…..before I waste another second..
This soldier should have gotten every award ever awarded. This man is a true hero rest in peace John Chapman. We will meet someday and thank you for all your service and selflessness
@@mohamedahmad-yv8ob How about you go service your mother, I already did It was sloppy. Happy Mothers Day to her:) We dominate you and you can't do anything about it.
@@mohamedahmad-yv8ob this is why muslims shouldn't be allowed to breed or migrate, stay in the shithole you came from. *Prays 5 times a day, still would kill his brother for 10 American dollars.
@@qanon6861 Apparently fighting for the lives of your fellow soldier or best friend has no meaning to you!! GTFOH with your libtarded logic!! You don't know jack s**t about what it means to be a soldier!!
@@qanon6861 people die trying to climb Mt. Everest. STFU. Besides, people might go to war on behalf of their country, but they fight for the people next to them. Funny thing about veterans; we get that you don't have to necessarily like someone in order to work well with them. It's the basis of 'I don't like you, but our lives are in each others' hands'.
@@LocalDeepstateAgent i think he was implying that the number could be anywhere from 2-16 at the time of the fist fight, as he probably was shot more after they fought
@@piggysmalls4373 Ah makes sence. But via the vide link the times he was shot are confirmed. So the question is when he had how many bullets in him. Considering the footage id say 14 when the last guy finished him off with 3 rounds into him one of which hit his heart finally releasing him.
As a fello Long islander, his memorial stands at Long Island MacArthur Airport; I fly regularly and knowing of this video, my respects are always given as I pass by. This Man was a Legend, and he left two daughters behind. I wish the continued best for their family. This man is better than any Hero Marvel has ever portrayed.
I know that memorial you're talking about but that's actually the Mike Murphy Memorial. Both Chapman and Murphy got the Medal of Honor posthumously for their actions in Afghanistan but only Murphy was from Long Island, Chapman was from Massachusetts/Connecticut.
Thank you is not enough. There are no words for your heroic selfless actions sir! We are forever endebted, along with the many others who have their lives in all of these wars! God bless you and God bless America and all of those Serving along with their families ! ❤🙏🏻
Chapman's bravery was the result of having foreknowledge that he will be in eternal peace in heaven. It was a no-brainer decision for him to sacrifice himself knowing this.
Fun fact: The US Navy tried to deny him the Medal of Honor because they didn't want to admit that Chapman was abandoned. So yeah, they were basically refusing to recognize his heroic sacrifice to cover the little scratch on their ego. Shows how much a soldier's life and sacrifice matters to the navy.
Sounds like the Navy to me. Top brass had an ego problem when they did not abandon him KNOWING he was alive. If he was visibility alive to the SEALs, I’m sure they would have tried to fall back with him. So that’s just egotistical pricks running the top chain of command for the Navy.
@@cplusplussizeddick1430 they forgot Neil Roberts though didn't they? Walked right past his body between the boulder and bunker 1. Chapman did the exact thing they are trained to do-when trapped and under fire like that you attack the enemy. Straight at them because what else can you do? Under fire, no cover, 2-3 feet of snow, not many choices.
There's a movie that came out last year about a similar incident in Vietnam called The Last Full Measure, I believe it's coming to Netflix later this month.
You can’t see what exactly is happening, but you know exactly what is happening all at the same time. I never saw myself crying watching a black and white drone video but here we are. Though they all are, this man has to be one of the bravest men to ever step foot on this beautiful earth, and i’m damn proud to know that he was an American. It’s unfortunate that this honor is usually given posthumously, but this man will live in all of our hearts forever. God Bless you MSgt. John Chapman USAF
I am a Marine. When we got wind of Chapman, every Marine in the building paused, and wanting to learn more of this warrior. I bow my head in extreme respect.
Ben Manning and before you even say “oh but he was dead tho” that’s not how we roll, we not leaving your body in foreign soil, we taking the body back home where he belongs.
Every time it pops up on my feed i watch it. I tear up. Not entirely out of sadness no, the actions, the devotion it stirs something. It's motivational, it's disturbing in a sort of heroic way. The World doesn't need more John Chapman's, but when war comes you pray they are on your side cause in war, in war we need more John Chapman's.
I'm a combat veteran. I usually never comment on CZcams videos - it's a rare thing for me. I can't remember the last time I experienced such immense pride, admiration and feeling of respect for another person. I could go on and on, but I don’t think I will. I’d rather take some time to do some serious reflection on the selfless acts of valor I just witnessed. ‘Never Forget” has taken on true meaning for me tonight, as does the meaning of a true hero.
I watched this hundred times and I always cry like a little kid-I’m 50 years old and in my younger days I experienced war and atrocities that it brings (Balkan war early 90s) these people should be in school books so are kids know what real greatness is!!!
I have a new hero. He is now at the top of what's a very, very short list of fellow Marines, Soldiers, Airmen, and Sailors. I am humbled by his actions, and will be adding prayers for him, and his family!!!
Feminists should take note: THIS is what their phrase "Stunning and Brave" looks like in reality! Chapman has more balls than all of them combined. ;-)
@@TxMx214 You are so unbelievably stupid for typing that. He was on the verge of death before they left, so it was either risk everyone's lives for a slim hope or take the calculated risk. More likely than not he was thought dead before they even left or told them to leave as well, so don't go disgracing them.
how any combat experienced soldier, especially SOF guys, can return to civilian life is beyond me considering the intensity of these situations and seeing your buddies die.
"The world" won't know a hero. "The world" will know of a Soldier following orders from a Tyrant Barbaric nation sending in soldiers to do oppression and cruelty to it's native people.
@@serkiznatz He may be just a soldier but he was not fighting for the "tyrant", he was fighting for the people around him. He gave up his life to save his peers, that is what makes him a hero. Stop being so negative.
Legend has it that he was constricted with elephant balls, and that caused him to become incapacitated. He was rewarded with a nice souvenir for the balls.
I'm a Marine, & have been in combat. I am in absolute aw of this man. Can't even describe the level of respect & admiralty I have. Why we, as a society, don't give Medal of Honor recipient's more recognition is a shame.
American public is only interested in the next trend and what’s going on in their little worlds. Honestly you can’t blame them because the fighting goes on thousands of miles away that they don’t even give it a single thought throughout the day. What do you think if American forces where pulled out completely of the Middle East? I think we got enough revenge for 9.11 no?
You should read about all of the drama that was around this medal of honor between the SEALs, Rangers, Delta, and the Air Force CCT's in the Newsweek article. Just search 'Navy Seal Team 6 Left Behind.' It's a long read, but basically the SEALs were against Chapman receiving this medal of honor and were trying to bureaucratically block it because it exposed the SEAL Team 6 team leader for leaving a man behind and also making the decision to land in an unsafe area that resulted in the deaths of a SEAL, several Rangers, and an Air Force Pararescueman. Eventually it became we'll let your guy get a medal of honor if you let our team leader get a medal of honor. It's an interesting read and highly suggest it.
I have an intense sense of gratitude when I enter a town that has hung on their light poles the men and women who served in the military with their story's. Every town should consider doing this. And MO recipients should be what
US Air Force Combat controllers are trained special forces in hand to hand combat - but fighting wounded thats all guts and shows how tough Chapman was
Some people see this as a sad story, but Chapman received what most men will never have. He has his finest hour and will be remembered for his bravery and warrior heart. Until Valhalla John Chapman..
I know there have supposed to have been movies done about Operation Anaconda, and that even some rights to certain ones have been picked up by production studios in the past. But, none have been made to my knowledge. Hopefully with the press the 2 recent Medals have received, that will change.
There are plenty of heoric things that dont get turned into movies, Like Those Brit marines who strapped them seleves to a helicopter to save a comrade.
I'm Proud to say i share a birthday with this man. And as former Army Medic in the ADF, I'll raise a glass every year in memory of you mate. Fight hard, die well. Onto Valhalla 💪🏽 ❤🤍💙 🇺🇸 🇦🇺
“Out of every one hundred men, ten shouldn't even be there, eighty are just targets, nine are the real fighters, and we are lucky to have them, for they make the battle. Ah, but the one, one is a warrior, and he will bring the others back.“- Heraclitus
@alteng This dude literally just said the Founding Fathers were rapists and pedophiles. Lmao, you have zero sources for those claims other than "Trust me". You're acting as if the US is the only country to have done terrible things in it's past. Every single country in this world has done horrific stuff in their past. Especially since people of the past have had different mindsets from a 21st century mindset. Not to mention, all of these other countries have been done stuff much worse than the US and for much longer as well. Take France for example. Their flag is supposed to represent Liberty, Equality, and Brotherhood. Yet they still massacred their own citizens (September Massacre and Paris Massacre of 1961) and obviously, the countries they colonized (the French invasion of Algeria in 1830).
I don't know what makes me more emotional: John Chapman's bravery or the lies and deception by the SEALs regarding this episode. Just a very tragic story.
Unfortunately SEAL command opposed this Medal of Honor for many years. Admitting that Chapman did what we saw him do, did not look good for the SEALs who stayed behind and under cover while Chapman fought and then ultimately retreated and left him alive but wounded in Bunker 1. They also never recovered the body of their buddy, Neil Roberts, which was the point of the reinsertion. In order to counter the story of Chapman's heroics, SEAL Command put in Team Leader Slabinski for the Medal of Honor. You see Slabinski moving forward but always in Chapman's footsteps and behind him in this video. In fact it is not until this video surfaced that Chapman's original AF Cross was upgraded to the Medal of Honor. RIP MSgt Chapman.
I mean to be honest they could‘ve given. it to both of them at the same time don’t let the squad leader get it first give it to the guy who did the most heroic action here I mean If you look it up the squad leader actually carried one of their wounded soldiers to the exfil and as said in the video he pushed up with Chapman while the others just stayed their but it’s pretty obvious that Chapman deserved it more but to be honest the Squad Leader probably deserved it also
The extreme cold is what kept him alive. He more than likely bled out at a much slower pace. But most people can’t even street fight. Imagine being so cold. Lost blood. Probably very dizzy knowing you’ll never see your child again. And still able to take other men out an with your hands or knife. Next time you have a shit day at work remember that
@@PeterNichtlustig0815 Errr, no. Heart rate slows down when you are cold and blood vessels constrict. Blood is also drawn closer to the core. Have you noticed that your fingers become gray when you are cold and wet? Thats the blood being drawn to the center of your body.
@@PeterNichtlustig0815 As a critical care and flight paramedic, what you said is not correct. The cold weather will make the blood shunt to the core and lower the heart rate. That is why we give cold NS into an IV on cardiac arrest calls, it drastically increased survival. Just wanted to let you know.
@@juki009 Thank you for explaining that to an idiot. I was just going to respond almost the same comment. I work as a flight paramedic and was about to explain that what dude was saying was not correct. Glad some people know what they are talking about before posting random shit 😅
All gave some..Some gave all..We are forever indebted to your sacrifice...If you've served or are currently serving..Sincerely, thank you for your service.
@@jacejohnson7113 lmao, more badass than bitching to veterans at home😂😭 🖕😂🖕 I don’t think I should have a phone, too complicated and I’m just bullying people now.🤣 Sorry if I hurt your wittle fee-wings lmao. Call of duty has an inspiration you know? You don’t get into CQ’s all the time on deployment😂👍
For every one story we hear, 50 more go unspoken and unknown. Lost in the fog of war. Last minute actions by brave men before entire units were wiped out. Particularly Vietnam and prior.
"Oh no! He's stuck on a mountain surrounded by enemies!" Chapman: "No, the enemies are stuck on this mountain with me." What a fucking legend Rest in piece brother Update: 9 year anniversary and this guy is still a fucking chad
wounded and bleeding out.. Most people: "I don't have much time to stop the bleeding" Wouded and bleeding out... Chapman: "I don't have much time to make the rest of these mother fuckers bleed!"
“Out of every one hundred men, ten shouldn’t even be there, eighty are just targets, nine are the real fighters, and we are lucky to have them, for they make the battle. Ah, but the one, one is a warrior, and he will bring the others back.”- Heraclitus (presumably)
Instead of dropping more in a hole. Maybe some apache should have prepped the terrain for them before landing. But I'm sure the brass knows better, not.. they killed them out their own ignorance.
I'm not even American and I feel I should remember this guy. He gave his life for several others and never gave up no matter, if the pain he was suffering was on a 1/10 or a 10/10 just to save the lives of as many people as possible. He's a real hero to be remembered.
Trust me every real American might not know him but we all know of him. R.I.P. MICHAEL P. MURPHY. JOHN CHAPMAN. CHRIS KYLE. DANNY DIETZ. CHRISTOPHER MOSKO. And so many more!
"Out of every hundred men, ten shouldn't even be there. Eighty are just targets. Nine are the real fighters, and we are lucky to have them. Ah but the one, one is a warrior, and he will bring the others back." Heraclitus.
“It takes more courage to suffer than to die” - Napoleon. This man persisted and faced immense pain and suffering to save his brothers. One can only dream to be as heroic and brave as this man.
Cosmic Wakes Napoleon actually wasn’t that bad. The French government was mistreating everyone and all the monarchys hated Napoleon because they weren’t a monarchy. It’s not his fault that everybody hates him. But once they attacked him they were suprised that he was a genius strategist and lost. Until he was corned.
@@earthorbit7775 Except that the french forcefully drafted the German population into their army. If you resisted you were executed... one of my ancestors was supposed to be drafted by Napoleon's Army in the Rhineland and he fled to a neighbouring village. Most of the men in his village revolted against the French and were summarily executed. It's basically what the Redcoats did to the Yanks during the War of Independence. But we also have a saying in the Rhineland "Better a Frenchman for an enemy than a Russian for a friend" - yes, apparently Tsar Alexander's Russian troops behaved that badly in the Rhineland during the Napoleonic Wars.
General Ripper yes but you have to realize everybody was doing that at that time. Napoleon literally was corned just because he wanted freedom. Now it might not be the freedom we are used to today but it was a precursor. He wasn’t going to attack anyone unless they attacked him. Which they did and almost lost. Justice is based on who wins the battle.
@@earthorbit7775 But he destroyed the French Republic and made himself emperor, so he wasn't really a "freedom fighter" afterall, or would you disagree? (I am no expert on Napoleon..)
So many stories like this go untold. There’s so many heros in combat. Thanks to those that served. Edit: thanks for the likes. It’s awesome the support you are showing the people who served for us. Also, people are being rather negative in the thread, there’s always one in the crowd. This just happens to be a huge crowd.
Go to the CMH website. www.cmohs.org, and you can read the stories of these amazing soldiers . stuff you think only happens in the movies. Its incredible.
SrA Cunningham has a gut-wrenching write up on his obituary that gives much more detail about the events of the battle thefallen.militarytimes.com/air-force-senior-airman-jason-d-cunningham/262885?fbclid=IwAR0PmCuk0ZxR6h-qioF2wfAiyJNHx9zKgHWa_U4LT0DTeGQmXHJmddRBkx4
I think we should make a petition so that HERO is only used in the proper sense. My dad taught me that heroes are buried all over the world and they never get to tell their story. I get so upset when I hear a fireman rescuing a cat out of a tree and they call him a hero
All thanks to the greedy minds of the banks and industrial military complex, who's only sole purpose is to create conflicts for profit with no regards of the lives of brave and innocent men and women of all nations, whos people have been brainwashed for thousands of generations. The top of pyramid must be broken in order for peace to prosper around the earth.
Just a question. Didn't more people died because he radioed his buddies? He radioed, they came on helicopter, helicopter was shot down & more soldiers got killed exiting. Many more soldiers died trying to save 1 guy that ultimately died. He could've saved the helicopter & other soldiers lives by just killing as many as he could and not radio the base.
It's like he accepted that he wasn't going to make it off the mountain alive and said "if I'm not going home, then neither are you."
Smart man very intelligent war fighter. RIP
Damn Skippy!! Huuah
@Cant_Touch_This why you voted them ?
@Ali Jordan Another Trump hater parrots what his fellow haters say despite FACTS proving they are wrong. Then again, your name gives your agenda away.
Jacob Claunch they technically were home
Chapmans entire mood is “fuck it, I’ll do it myself”
@russ HAHA
That's what Extraordinary men do!
You can see his other squad mates were reluctant to help me he was literally the only one advancing on his own the 2 guys at the back moved forward then backed off
@@JJM2222 just pointing it out. It is what is. How on earth where the 2 guys at the far BACK in more danger than the one guy in the front?
@@JJM2222 lol it makes no logical sense that the guys in front take bullets are in less danger than the guys at the back... c’mon what are you smoking?
My dad is one of the army rangers in the helicopter that got hit by an RPG. True stud. Thank you John Chapman, for being a hero and saving my father. I hope to lay flowers for you one day brother. Rest easy in Valhalla
I don't think that's how they do it in Valhalla. May you wage glorious and epic battles for eternity valiant warrior. That is Valhalla. The only place Chapman will be amongst his equals.
Is there any stories your dad told you about this event you can share with us?
@@chrisgerrin9550Wrong Valhalla has a drinking hall and springs of mead.
Sending all the love to you and your father and all the others he saved ❤.
Chapman is really a true angel that saved all those people and i cant even imagen how you could survive all those wounds and still make a last stand to save all the others ❤
He wasn't a viking, don't think he went to valhalla
They should really make a movie about this. I don’t care what anyone says. We lived in a far better world. When men like this were everyone’s hero.
I've read that that are making a movie about this called Combat Control with Jake Gyllenhaal as Chapman ...idk if it's finished or not but once I saw this video I immediately looked it up to see if a movie was being made
I can’t even watch alone Survivor, I wouldn’t be able to watch a movie like this.
My dads in this video!! He’s in the plane hit by an RPG at the end.
@@dawsonjackson3425 Wow, well I pray he’s enjoying a peaceful life now.
@Ben-lv6tjehh a good script would make a great film
It took a shot through the heart to finally take him down. He was the definition of a warrior.
REK1DZ and you’re the definition of a twat
Jeff guerti STFU you bimbo
@@jeffguerti8153fighting against the Russians they were fighting for their freedom, they became terrorists when they chose to be our enemy because we would not back any one group of them as leaders of a Russia free Afghanistan........ obviously you are an asshole and your ignorance is astounding,is this new or have you always been a loser ?
@@REK1DZ LOL you cowardly keyboard warriors are amusing and pathetic
@REK1DZ Your a piece of work...Talk crap from a keyboard.
Chapman wasn't stuck on a mountain with the enemy. The enemy was stuck on a mountain with Chapman.
@@AR-cx5yf get out of these comments you scumbag
@@FNG_Star What the hell, that's not true, blaming entire religion just because a couple fuckshit terrorist telling the world they represent it? i call it bullshit
@@FNG_Star what is wrong with you, jesus you need to seek help
@@alvarohernandez4557
Did you not read the final sentence? I was being a smart ass to ar r. Nothing about what I said was serious. It was showing ar r what ignorance looks like. He wants to be a smart ass....so can I.
What is wrong with your reading comprehension? Might I suggest reading glasses or...college?
@@FNG_Star I'm well aware of the final sentence but I could honestly care less, that's not a warranted response nor is it being a smartass. Just makes you look psychotic, serious or not
I’m from Russia. I’ve just watched a long documentary about Anaconda operation. John Chapman’s heroic deed made me very emotional. The events of this night, and the operation in general, deserve a movie.
Rest in peace, American hero 🇺🇸
"I’m from Russia" - then stop voting putin
@@iron_spark You know how rigged the elections are, right?
@@iron_sparkWhat a fucking dumb comment
@@iron_spark I guess Biden is in office because every American voted for him right f
@@iron_spark Yeah, he'd get 105% of votes even if nobody voted :D
As a former infantryman, the emotions watching this are overwhelming as we always put ourselves in his shoes in our minds
Well said. Yes....we do.
From another former Infantryman, amen brother. I just finished reading the book and had to come back to the video, if you haven't already you should read it. As a kid growing up in the 80's I always had dreams of being a Green Beret after watching Rambo of course. Then I read a book written by a Colonel Charles Beckwith and was like wow! I want to do THAT! Reality kicked in VERY quickly and I realized I'm not even close to the type of person it requires to be an elite soldier - and I was ok with that. Now I hear the story of John Chapman and I read the book and I honestly had ZERO knowledge of the combat controllers of the Air Force prior to this. They are without a doubt in my mind the MOST elite of all the SOF groups when you take into account all they go through JUST to become a CCT(2.5 yrs selection)let alone what they can accomplish on the battlefield. As the book says - they are the deadliest soldiers on the battlefield. Learning the history of the Special Operations Wing and its combat controller's as detailed toward the very end of the book was educational and also mind-blowing to think of all the missions they've successfully performed both combat AND humanitarian(!) was amazing. Sorry for rambling, but like I said I just finished reading the book and I'm still a little "amped" - ha ha.
Why is the sky blue brother....
@@marcpeters4599 what is the name of the book?
Both of my Sons are military lads, and I could not be more proud if they had done what this heroic patriot did for his countrymen.
I pray and hope with all my heart that no family ever suffers the tragedy of losing a loved one to warfare, but for those who give their all, I have the utmost respect and honour for.
"No greater love hath man, than to lay down his life for his Brother...."
My Sons are both rugged young bucks, and I hope God spares their Mother and I the heartache of losing them, but should they ever be in this situation, I hope they both give such a fierce account of themselves in the face of the inevitable.
God rest John Chapman.
He earned it.
Just imagine how many situations like this we don't know about
There are so many. Probably uncountable, but that doesn't take away from this one.
May they Rest In Peace
lots from ww2 and ww1 probably
Imagine all the wars we couldn’t get radio or visual history of where so many died that barely any of the stores could be told
I know i think of that all the time. Our hearts with them forever
“The true soldier fights not cause he hates what’s in front of him, but because he loves what’s behind him” - G.K. Chesterton
The other would be a warrior then. I have respect for Anyone that has the guts to do what the man in the video did.
@@Mage_co you are clearly dense as fuck huh
@@notsafef0rlife It was a joke, bud. You're looking pretty dense yourself.
@@notsafef0rlife I would apologize if I were you
"I do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend." - Faramir from Lord of the Rings: Two Towers
Seals...seals...seals. With all the hooplah and hollywood la dee daa.
Here is one airman...and a whole team of seals yet from start to finish he alone assaulted the mountainside and lead the bulk of the attack by his damn self. While most of the seal team just seemed to do is linger behind, prob in awe of this man's balls. What an absolute fucking monster and savage.
Airman Chapman encompassed and lived what all these book writing seals claim to be. What an amazing story and an absolute legend. Your war story will continue to strive on and inspire many generations of warriors to come!
Cheers to you USAF Tech. SGT. John A. Chapman! Till Valhalla!!!
The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.
Till Valhalla, brother.
it's worth mentioning this was to get the body of a SEAL too. Like Chapman care more about that guy even being from another branch than his own.
I wonder what took so long for this man to get posthumously awarded the medal of honor? Its as if somebody(s) were blocking it
Because a segement of Naval Community was actually working to block the award, for years.
Something doesn’t seem right. Why was Chapman out in front alone I ask? Ta tics would say he should be with the team. Then he charges? I wonder if Chapman was being a cowboy trying to show he’s as good as team 6?
This man deserved to leave that hill and go home to his family as did many others who gave their lives for our country. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice John Chapman. We enjoy the freedoms we have today because of warriors like you.
All of this for what cost, right? I mean war will never perish. It's a never ending cycle. Although, RIP to the men and women who have lost their lives in war. I earnestly pray for a day when war will perish and peace prevail.
Gave their lives for your country? He was fighting a war on the other side of the world.
Nothing noble about going to another man's country and shooting at him until he shoots you.
RIP Chapman, Roberts and all the Taliban fighters who died on that hill defending their country .
@@official_alphabet_inc Wasn't that war in like Afghanistan? How did they defend their country on the other side of the globe from a group that has never attacked the US lmao
He wasn’t thinking of medals or being a hero, he was thinking about his brothers. May his memory live on.
AND THEY LEFT HIM!!!... im sitting here hot... they left him...
A hero he was May he Rest In Peace
@@iamf6641 I've been in that situation bullets went flying aimed at me and friend, i ran... AND When I stopped he wasn't behind me... I WENT RIGHT BACK NOT 45 MINUTES NOT 45 SEC... I'm sorry but I would have rather died than lived knowing I didn't DO ALL I COULD NO MATTER THE SITUATION... interesting fact I had no gun to shoot back with... My friend was shot but gone... And i took more fire on getting out there, we are still alive... All my dog said and say is I love you bruh YOU ARE MY BROTHER.. THE WORLD LET HIM KNOW I CAME BACK FOR HIM Ps I have dd214... We lost that day but I can sleep at night... And the fact they tried to railroad MSG Chapman is ultra disgusting I keep watching this over and I don't know bout you but every soldier is deadman walking... I wouldn't have left him... I cried for him straight up!!!! Death before Dishonor... Cliche to most but not all
@@OVER9000xDxD wya.... No rapping... Wya... It's that simple... Dirt nasty wya...
@@kokalols1322 military or not homie this is what WE as people with love do... Love is stronger than fear... I know women that have done it also... Its not occupation ie military... it's heart... We all have it some of us don't know it... you be blessed and thanks
imagine fighting a dude with 2 gunshot wounds at least, in hand to hand combat, and still losing.
Chapman must've been a beast
Actually "several charges". God bless him
Mike Gaskin Adrenaline will help, aye. But what kept him going was all the previous psychological/mental training. I may be wrong but from what I can tell, steely mentality keeps most operators going as long as they aren’t physically disabled or dead. Of course most “normal” humans (even those pumped with adrenaline) will drop immediately because thats a normal survival instinct. Drop and try not to bleed out or cause internal injuries. Operators break that paradigm.
He was shot 16 times,Injured by grenade shrapnel 2 times, Still engaged in hand to hand combat....
I mean...against an American special forces operator...you're still outmatched long as they're breathing.
“To every man upon this earth death cometh soon or late, and how can a man die better, than facing fearful odds, for the ashes of his fathers, and the temples of his gods” I think John Chapman perfectly lives up to this quote. Despite knowing he was going to die on the summit, he fought tooth and nail to save his team members and kill the enemy combatants. I might not be an American, or a veteran, but I have the utmost respect and admiration for Chapman. He is a legend and shall always remain one. Rest easy Chapman, you deserve it.
Or..
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
John 15:13 (KJV)
@@Adam.Rushingas a Christian I'm going to have to go with you on this one😉
I live and steadfast by that scripture I have done such as its not being a hero your more than a hero as my brothers in arms died on that faithful day, and I can't take that away from my Brother in arms John Chapman the motto "so others may live"R.I.P always remembered in our hearts@@Adam.Rushing
So that Others May Live.
Yessir.
Oh, Fuck yeah, the story of the dauntless three gets me pumped every time I hear it. great placement too
There should be a name of award medal in his name
The "Chapman" medal of courage
I never thought I would get emotional over a black dot.
How dare you compare him with a black ⚫
same here :(
This is some serious stuff. He went all the way out .
Yes it is just a black dot. It's also a human being. That man is a hero and deserves all the recognition.
That's not a black dot, that's Chapman, the badass Airman
I don't know how that mountain didn't collapse due to the weight of Chapman's massive balls ..
Dead ass
655 sigu What the narrator should have said when they he was climbing the mountain
“John is slightly weighed down due to his massive balls”
&
“John is now viciously, and savagely suffocating the fighter with his bunk sized balls”
Hahahhah
Haha. No shit!
but that wasn't a mountain, those were his balls
I find myself returning to this video over and over. It's a very emotional thing to watch. Whenever I need a reminder of what some did for my freedom I come to this video. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. God bless you and your family and fellow service members.
It really snaps me out of any fog im currently in…. I watch this a few times a year
amen
Amen brother, coming form a british person who has less freedoms. Same with me dude.
Chapman was a true warrior. The bird that came in after initial contact got hit hard. The PJ I knew was Jason. I was his class leader in the CTM class at Bragg, he was killed on the infill. Jason was a class act. These guys were amazing warriors. God Bless!!!
He wasn't fighting for America that morning, he was fighting for his brothers.
Much respect
They are American, so hes fighting for America.
For a soldier its his Team
That’s the stupidest thing I’ve heard. Youre not a navy seal if you don’t know your fighting to save America by saving Americans lives he knew what he was doing
@@DakotaBecker-wg1gp u may find it stupid or u might b a scholar
Bt acknowledging facts ,truth and experiences is also an art, very few can posses it.
He's not a Navy Seal. He was a United States Air Force CCT (Combat Control Team) member. Shows how much you know.
This is the definition of “man literally too angry to die”
r/wooosh
@@spacetaco208not sure that's a woosh, just seems like an asshole
eh maybe
@@og3suso978 when you die no one will cry...or at least they wouldn’t care
Sly Chapman.
I watch this video at least once a week it feels like. When I'm feeling weak, and sick and I just want to give up because I'm so tired of being sick... I watch this man, fighting till the end. And it gives me strength. RIP John Chapman, you saved many more lives than just the men on that mountain with you.
no lie this made me cry. love this country and will forever be grateful for what this man and many others did.
I'm a Marine Infantry man, and, I too, cried.
let's be honest, they gave him the medal of honor because if they were going to build a statue of him, there wouldn't be enough material for the balls
wow its been a year since ive written this comment, time flies
Fact
*two* medal of honor.... each representing one of his pair.
You must be really gay to think heroically of some American dude’s balls right now. Not to mention the fact that they’re the ones who invaded Afghanistan in the first place.
@@Okwardi so gay is the forbidden riff at guitar shops now?
@@Okwardi what wrong with being gay
Gets a Medal Of Honor... goes to sleep... then when he wakes up, the first thing he does in a morning is get a second Medal Of Honor.
He needed to awaken his inner beast.
Apparently during the autopsy they found a massive bruise on his head which was indicative of two things: Why he was knocked unconscious and also the fact that he survived long enough for the bruise to form. It was the first clue that the Air Force got that the SEALs were not correct about when Chapman died. This disagreement between the Air Force and Navy is why it took 15 years for his medal of honor to be approved. The Navy didn't want it revealed that they not only abandoned Chapman but also ordered an airstrike on him.
Well, thats what legends 'll do 🔥
"Do I make coffee or....oh yeah, let me save 20 people real quick
@@user-vx1wt4hb5l actually he gave the enemy s breather. He felt bad
I can’t stop shaking….. How could you do that to your Comrade….I’m humbled by this AMERICAN HERO….I’ll forever think of that dude…..before I waste another second..
This soldier should have gotten every award ever awarded. This man is a true hero rest in peace John Chapman. We will meet someday and thank you for all your service and selflessness
why don't u go to meet him right now ?🇷🇺
@@mohamedahmad-yv8ob you first!
@@mohamedahmad-yv8ob How about you go service your mother, I already did It was sloppy. Happy Mothers Day to her:) We dominate you and you can't do anything about it.
@@mohamedahmad-yv8ob this is why muslims shouldn't be allowed to breed or migrate, stay in the shithole you came from. *Prays 5 times a day, still would kill his brother for 10 American dollars.
@@mohamedahmad-yv8ob”cough” red February
This is the kind of man that Patton was talking about when he said, "We should not mourn their loss, but thank God that such men lived".
well said!
@@qanon6861
Apparently fighting for the lives of your fellow soldier or best friend has no meaning to you!! GTFOH with your libtarded logic!! You don't know jack s**t about what it means to be a soldier!!
@@qanon6861 people die trying to climb Mt. Everest. STFU.
Besides, people might go to war on behalf of their country, but they fight for the people next to them.
Funny thing about veterans; we get that you don't have to necessarily like someone in order to work well with them. It's the basis of 'I don't like you, but our lives are in each others' hands'.
@@qanon6861 Nice try troll, you'll never even be a 1/4 of the man John Chapman was keep typing away in your basement nerd.
@@qanon6861 You’re trying to hard pal. Nobodies triggered by you, try harder
Imagine running up on a dude shot atleast 2 times possibly 16 and losing a hand to hand fight. What a grizzly bear of a man
Dat adrenaline was pumping too hard
You know they got to his body right? Its confirmed that he was shot up and hit by frags.
*at least 16 times.
@@LocalDeepstateAgent i think he was implying that the number could be anywhere from 2-16 at the time of the fist fight, as he probably was shot more after they fought
@@piggysmalls4373 Ah makes sence. But via the vide link the times he was shot are confirmed. So the question is when he had how many bullets in him. Considering the footage id say 14 when the last guy finished him off with 3 rounds into him one of which hit his heart finally releasing him.
@@Raaaa10331 what
As a fello Long islander, his memorial stands at Long Island MacArthur Airport; I fly regularly and knowing of this video, my respects are always given as I pass by. This Man was a Legend, and he left two daughters behind. I wish the continued best for their family. This man is better than any Hero Marvel has ever portrayed.
I know that memorial you're talking about but that's actually the Mike Murphy Memorial. Both Chapman and Murphy got the Medal of Honor posthumously for their actions in Afghanistan but only Murphy was from Long Island, Chapman was from Massachusetts/Connecticut.
well, yes, Heroes in Marvel are indeed fiction. They weren't trying to push anything with their fictious heroes
@@ariswitty99 You are right, I forgot to change my comment
Thank you is not enough. There are no words for your heroic selfless actions sir! We are forever endebted, along with the many others who have their lives in all of these wars! God bless you and God bless America and all of those Serving along with their families ! ❤🙏🏻
He landed on that hill fighting for his country, but he died on that hill fighting for his brothers.
Rest in peace, John Chapman.
he fought not just for his country, but the people of country he was helping to free from the Taliban.
Curious Mind US and America are the same thing.
Regardless this man is a hero R.I.P ❤️
Chapman's bravery was the result of having foreknowledge that he will be in eternal peace in heaven. It was a no-brainer decision for him to sacrifice himself knowing this.
Thats some deep shit rip him and his fallen comrads
This gave me chills. You think people like him only exist in movies
movies exist because of people like him.
It gave me chills aswel right at the last 20 seconds ☹
I wish.
Nick Kempf yes
There are many men like him serving our great country.
I don’t know how you couldn’t watch this as an American and not understand the proud privilege that you have. God bless you.
I hope if i am ever put into a terrible life or death situation, i have just a shred of what this man has in him. This is crazy.
Fun fact: The US Navy tried to deny him the Medal of Honor because they didn't want to admit that Chapman was abandoned.
So yeah, they were basically refusing to recognize his heroic sacrifice to cover the little scratch on their ego.
Shows how much a soldier's life and sacrifice matters to the navy.
Yep. Those DG dudes fucked up majorly. But then again it's easy for us to say
Sounds like the Navy to me.
Top brass had an ego problem when they did not abandon him KNOWING he was alive. If he was visibility alive to the SEALs, I’m sure they would have tried to fall back with him.
So that’s just egotistical pricks running the top chain of command for the Navy.
"I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy." Obviously an Army thing, Navy is quick to dog the hatch and walk away.
@@joe-py6um Slab still doesn't deserve the MOH
@@cplusplussizeddick1430 they forgot Neil Roberts though didn't they? Walked right past his body between the boulder and bunker 1.
Chapman did the exact thing they are trained to do-when trapped and under fire like that you attack the enemy. Straight at them because what else can you do? Under fire, no cover, 2-3 feet of snow, not many choices.
"It is foolish to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."
- George S. Patton
I think even Patton would have shed a tear watching this.
i dont think its foolish to mourn
@@elijahnash3807 The only reason to morn is that there aren't many men like this.
Sadly he left a wife without a husband and kids with no father.
Cool quote, but Patton was a douche. But his douchery helped win us a war
Thank you for your service and sacrifice Mr. Chapman. Both shall be ever appreciated.
"Yeah, he's allowed in" - Valhalla
Gave me chills
@@muikkuvaldemar Salt dawg taliban so salty
When Chapman finally got there, Thor asked him what took so long. "Got caught up at work."
hmm valhalla? never heard of that cool
No I think it was more like “can I get your autograph?”
Need a movie about this guy so more people would know about this hero
A movie is already in pre-production.
@@BoredProgression what is it called
Fa Hua Su Dont know yet. Dan Schilling talks about it on his website tho.
There's a movie that came out last year about a similar incident in Vietnam called The Last Full Measure, I believe it's coming to Netflix later this month.
@@BoredProgression link please
You can’t see what exactly is happening, but you know exactly what is happening all at the same time. I never saw myself crying watching a black and white drone video but here we are. Though they all are, this man has to be one of the bravest men to ever step foot on this beautiful earth, and i’m damn proud to know that he was an American. It’s unfortunate that this honor is usually given posthumously, but this man will live in all of our hearts forever. God Bless you
MSgt. John Chapman USAF
We won’t forget you Master Sergeant John Chapman 🕊️
I am a Marine. When we got wind of Chapman, every Marine in the building paused, and wanting to learn more of this warrior.
I bow my head in extreme respect.
That gave me freaking chills. Thank you for your service, Marine.
Thank you for your service sir
@Ben Manning it was a rescue mission, kinda defeats the purpose if they blow their own guys up
Ben Manning and before you even say “oh but he was dead tho” that’s not how we roll, we not leaving your body in foreign soil, we taking the body back home where he belongs.
And the fact that he’s Air Force too is wild
Death came for him and he said “5 more minutes”, and Death said “Yes”
45 or so in this case
God is watching him
Death didn't want to make him upset
Dude. . .
Death knows when he can get a 10 for 1 deal
Haven’t drop a tear in so many years. Amazing heart and courage.
RIP. Jhon Chapman
Literally.
Every time it pops up on my feed i watch it. I tear up. Not entirely out of sadness no, the actions, the devotion it stirs something. It's motivational, it's disturbing in a sort of heroic way. The World doesn't need more John Chapman's, but when war comes you pray they are on your side cause in war, in war we need more John Chapman's.
He was alone. Through all this shit, during his fight, his last moments, he was alone. And he didnt think anybody would ever know it.
Vinny Prada Agreed. WEENIES nowadays want to do things only for likes on Facebook! Where are the real men like this!?
@@gigilaco well HE WASEN'TA 5 TIME DRAFT DODGER LIKE TRUMP YOU KNOW.
Jesus F. You do realize more than 300,000 people illegally dodged the draft right? Not to mention the 15.4 million that got out due to education.
Steven Billz I know...and for good reason
Jesus F. Go fight Vietnam yourself then weenie
I'm a combat veteran. I usually never comment on CZcams videos - it's a rare thing for me. I can't remember the last time I experienced such immense pride, admiration and feeling of respect for another person. I could go on and on, but I don’t think I will. I’d rather take some time to do some serious reflection on the selfless acts of valor I just witnessed. ‘Never Forget” has taken on true meaning for me tonight, as does the meaning of a true hero.
Sir, Thank you for both Your Service and for your comment. Your words truly says it all.
Thank you for your service
@@Wirelord i am a veteran too pls show some Respect i fought for our country
@@ahmadgholamsakhi9578 Any evidence of what?
@@deadsypadilla What do you mean, "Caught on video?". I don't understand how your question applies.
I watched this hundred times and I always cry like a little kid-I’m 50 years old and in my younger days I experienced war and atrocities that it brings (Balkan war early 90s) these people should be in school books so are kids know what real greatness is!!!
I have a new hero. He is now at the top of what's a very, very short list of fellow Marines, Soldiers, Airmen, and Sailors. I am humbled by his actions, and will be adding prayers for him, and his family!!!
I heard that still to this day his balls remain on the mountain. They are know as 'Boulder 1 & 2'
lol
Probably the most respectful yet hilarious comment I've ever read, brilliant lol
Feminists should take note: THIS is what their phrase "Stunning and Brave" looks like in reality! Chapman has more balls than all of them combined. ;-)
@@BenderdickCumbersnatch Sept for maybe Caitlyn Jenner
I'll get my coat 🏃♂️🥼 !!!
🤣
we are unable to comprehend what this man saw in his final hours. One of the bravest people on the planet.
The most *
He was in berserk mode focus and in the zone a real life one man army
Fuck Chapman said his team, let’s get out of here he wants to be brave fuck him lesssgo
@@TxMx214 You are so unbelievably stupid for typing that. He was on the verge of death before they left, so it was either risk everyone's lives for a slim hope or take the calculated risk. More likely than not he was thought dead before they even left or told them to leave as well, so don't go disgracing them.
Dumb
The intensity of emotions felt in a combat situation like this are unimaginable.
how any combat experienced soldier, especially SOF guys, can return to civilian life is beyond me considering the intensity of these situations and seeing your buddies die.
My Air Force Squadron TRS 236 was called the John Chapman Training Facility. They had a giant trophy case with his uniform and gear. Hoyah Bulldogs
“A hero need not speak. When he is gone, the World will speak for him.”
Joshua Amezcua damn man deep
Its true
Amen!
"The world" won't know a hero. "The world" will know of a Soldier following orders from a Tyrant Barbaric nation sending in soldiers to do oppression and cruelty to it's native people.
@@serkiznatz He may be just a soldier but he was not fighting for the "tyrant", he was fighting for the people around him. He gave up his life to save his peers, that is what makes him a hero. Stop being so negative.
It's not often you see one man surround an entire enemy force.
General Luna
And still come out fighting
@@tewstews1485 one of the philippine greatest generals.
RIP hero :( hope our country can make you proud and be worthy of your sacrifice and many others.
clutching these niggas.
A true warrior for his country ❤🇺🇸
Not enough words, John Chapman...
R.I.P. ❤️🙏
MSG John Chapman - You are now a legend - and you deserve to be enjoying good times in Valhalla. Cheers! RLTW!!!
Imagine dragging those balls through the snow, legend.
Ice ended up in his heart too, oh well now he's safe.
He could mop the floor with his balls
them balls was big af for a second their I seen him crawling to move them things
Legend has it that he was constricted with elephant balls, and that caused him to become incapacitated. He was rewarded with a nice souvenir for the balls.
He was carrying them along with his team
I'm a Marine, & have been in combat. I am in absolute aw of this man. Can't even describe the level of respect & admiralty I have. Why we, as a society, don't give Medal of Honor recipient's more recognition is a shame.
American public is only interested in the next trend and what’s going on in their little worlds. Honestly you can’t blame them because the fighting goes on thousands of miles away that they don’t even give it a single thought throughout the day. What do you think if American forces where pulled out completely of the Middle East? I think we got enough revenge for 9.11 no?
You should read about all of the drama that was around this medal of honor between the SEALs, Rangers, Delta, and the Air Force CCT's in the Newsweek article. Just search 'Navy Seal Team 6 Left Behind.' It's a long read, but basically the SEALs were against Chapman receiving this medal of honor and were trying to bureaucratically block it because it exposed the SEAL Team 6 team leader for leaving a man behind and also making the decision to land in an unsafe area that resulted in the deaths of a SEAL, several Rangers, and an Air Force Pararescueman. Eventually it became we'll let your guy get a medal of honor if you let our team leader get a medal of honor. It's an interesting read and highly suggest it.
I have an intense sense of gratitude when I enter a town that has hung on their light poles the men and women who served in the military with their story's. Every town should consider doing this. And MO recipients should be what
I am bawling. I cannot believe how my heartbreaks for his family. How humble I will forever be.
@@alexecheverria8971 no. saudi araaBIA
Hero doesn’t even begin to describe this man. RIP Mr. Chapman; and to all of Americas fallen soldiers.
Rip John Chapman you will never be forgotten
I just imagine the dude who lost the hand to hand combat in the snow like:
*"how"*
Hes hacking
what clip was that
Shows how fit Chapman was - running in full gear in deep snow -up hill while getting fired at is hard as f$@$
US Air Force Combat controllers are trained special forces in hand to hand combat - but fighting wounded thats all guts and shows how tough Chapman was
Lag
So many heroes like Chapman would have died alone in combat knowing no one will ever know it
True
That’s what happened to me I swear.
Let me correct this sentence.
Many heroes like Chapman have died alone in combat knowing no one will ever know it.
Toori Baba was this fight in their country? just asking
Toori Baba they are fighting for the corruption that is our government
Some people see this as a sad story, but Chapman received what most men will never have. He has his finest hour and will be remembered for his bravery and warrior heart. Until Valhalla John Chapman..
why haven't they made a movie about this. this is the most heroic thing ever. RIP Chapman. the real hero
1 frankyboy360 That’s exactly what I was thinking.
I know there have supposed to have been movies done about Operation Anaconda, and that even some rights to certain ones have been picked up by production studios in the past. But, none have been made to my knowledge. Hopefully with the press the 2 recent Medals have received, that will change.
There are plenty of heoric things that dont get turned into movies, Like Those Brit marines who strapped them seleves to a helicopter to save a comrade.
Well, he was a white male. They're trying to figure out how to make him the villain of the screenplay.
Because it happened in the span of not very long
"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."
-George S. Patton
Thank you sir for posting this. TRUTH 🇺🇸
I don't know but Patton a warrior god! Chapman I salute your valor!’
No man won a war by dying for his country he won by making the other man die for his. Patton.
Beautiful👏👏👏
Idiotic quote, thank the men, not "God".
This man was doing exactly what he wanted to be doing when he died. What a warrior.
@@theinsane101 You literally have nothing better to do than spam that shite in every single comment I laugh
I'm Proud to say i share a birthday with this man.
And as former Army Medic in the ADF, I'll raise a glass every year in memory of you mate. Fight hard, die well. Onto Valhalla 💪🏽
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“Out of every one hundred men, ten shouldn't even be there, eighty are just targets, nine are the real fighters, and we are lucky to have them, for they make the battle. Ah, but the one, one is a warrior, and he will bring the others back.“- Heraclitus
so, you need all men..
M Hunter S , the same can be said of Gideon and his 300 defeating the Midianite horde in Judges 7.
The last one is using hacks
Hehe HeraCLITus
M Hunter S Cheers!!!
Man. He ran straight at the enemy and gave them fucking hell, he is an absolute savage. Rest In Peace
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Amen
@ except he did it so save lives. Not to murder innocent ones
While shot up full of bullets & grenade shrapnel, while suffering from blood loss, while running low on ammunition, the man had balls of titanium
@alteng
This dude literally just said the Founding Fathers were rapists and pedophiles. Lmao, you have zero sources for those claims other than "Trust me".
You're acting as if the US is the only country to have done terrible things in it's past. Every single country in this world has done horrific stuff in their past. Especially since people of the past have had different mindsets from a 21st century mindset. Not to mention, all of these other countries have been done stuff much worse than the US and for much longer as well.
Take France for example. Their flag is supposed to represent Liberty, Equality, and Brotherhood. Yet they still massacred their own citizens (September Massacre and Paris Massacre of 1961) and obviously, the countries they colonized (the French invasion of Algeria in 1830).
I don't know what makes me more emotional: John Chapman's bravery or the lies and deception by the SEALs regarding this episode. Just a very tragic story.
Chapmans story inspired me to keep pushing through difficult times
Unfortunately SEAL command opposed this Medal of Honor for many years. Admitting that Chapman did what we saw him do, did not look good for the SEALs who stayed behind and under cover while Chapman fought and then ultimately retreated and left him alive but wounded in Bunker 1. They also never recovered the body of their buddy, Neil Roberts, which was the point of the reinsertion. In order to counter the story of Chapman's heroics, SEAL Command put in Team Leader Slabinski for the Medal of Honor. You see Slabinski moving forward but always in Chapman's footsteps and behind him in this video. In fact it is not until this video surfaced that Chapman's original AF Cross was upgraded to the Medal of Honor. RIP MSgt Chapman.
@A Flick that's the american way.
Wow, thanks for the behind the scene info.
I mean to be honest they could‘ve given. it to both of them at the same time don’t let the squad leader get it first give it to the guy who did the most heroic action here I mean If you look it up the squad leader actually carried one of their wounded soldiers to the exfil and as said in the video he pushed up with Chapman while the others just stayed their but it’s pretty obvious that Chapman deserved it more but to be honest the Squad Leader probably deserved it also
@mr internet Is that what you tell your CO when you have a disagreement? lol
@mr internet and why are you defending it?
3:16 "shooting his modified m60 machine gun from the hip"
Actual 80s action movie hero
Just actual hero!
Lot of heros out there. Not many got recognition.
may have only been able to fire from the hip with all the gunshot wounds and shrapnel. SEALS are a lot cooler than that.
Lemme see you hold a 50lb weight up to your face while I violently shake it. Also, ever hear of suppressing fire?
this isnt a movie..
The extreme cold is what kept him alive. He more than likely bled out at a much slower pace. But most people can’t even street fight. Imagine being so cold. Lost blood. Probably very dizzy knowing you’ll never see your child again. And still able to take other men out an with your hands or knife. Next time you have a shit day at work remember that
That´s bullshit! The colder you are, the faster you´ll bleed. About 10% of every degree body temperature. Deadly shock trias. ;)
@@PeterNichtlustig0815 Errr, no. Heart rate slows down when you are cold and blood vessels constrict. Blood is also drawn closer to the core. Have you noticed that your fingers become gray when you are cold and wet? Thats the blood being drawn to the center of your body.
@@juki009 he was probably bleeding from multiple arteries, where the blood is concentrated (pulled away from veins in limbs)
@@PeterNichtlustig0815
As a critical care and flight paramedic, what you said is not correct. The cold weather will make the blood shunt to the core and lower the heart rate. That is why we give cold NS into an IV on cardiac arrest calls, it drastically increased survival. Just wanted to let you know.
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Thank you for explaining that to an idiot. I was just going to respond almost the same comment. I work as a flight paramedic and was about to explain that what dude was saying was not correct. Glad some people know what they are talking about before posting random shit 😅
Thank you for your service John Chapman
All gave some..Some gave all..We are forever indebted to your sacrifice...If you've served or are currently serving..Sincerely, thank you for your service.
2 decades later, this footage is still the most badass footage on the net.
Have you not seen "hamster on a piano'?!
@@Daisy-ef6bq u right
@@jacejohnson7113 EVERYTHING about what john chapman did is badass. It's ok bud, you don't have to be THAT guy.
@@jacejohnson7113 lmao, more badass than bitching to veterans at home😂😭
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I don’t think I should have a phone, too complicated and I’m just bullying people now.🤣
Sorry if I hurt your wittle fee-wings lmao.
Call of duty has an inspiration you know? You don’t get into CQ’s all the time on deployment😂👍
My first time seeing this. Holy shit!
Team leader: “Son you’re hit! You’re bleeding!”
Chapman: “I ain’t got time to bleed!”
“Anytime”
@@rjay8076 oooh somebody got laid in hs
@@zuphlas7130 There’s always one aye 🙄
@@zuphlas7130 are you implying you didn’t? 😂😂
@@rawbhd4477 if that's what you took from that, I can't fix stupid.
I come back to watch this every Memorial Day.
Stopped by to see you today, JOHN!!!!!! LOVE YOU, BROTHER!!!!! ❤😢❤
Imagine how many Chapmans we have never heard of... RIP heroes
That's true! That's why the Tomb of the unknown soldier is so sacred to the u.s.a.
For every one story we hear, 50 more go unspoken and unknown. Lost in the fog of war. Last minute actions by brave men before entire units were wiped out. Particularly Vietnam and prior.
imagine they had footage of john basilone.
until I am out of bullets or out of blood... I will fight for Homosexuality in Afghanistan!
@@owbeer Don't bring up Marines. These guys will freak out.
"Oh no! He's stuck on a mountain surrounded by enemies!"
Chapman: "No, the enemies are stuck on this mountain with me."
What a fucking legend
Rest in piece brother
Update: 9 year anniversary and this guy is still a fucking chad
wounded and bleeding out..
Most people: "I don't have much time to stop the bleeding"
Wouded and bleeding out...
Chapman: "I don't have much time to make the rest of these mother fuckers bleed!"
*peace
He should have gotten the big balls of steel medal 👏
Someone wants attention
Lmao yes! Those were his final thoughts!
Wow, what an amazing feat of shear will power.
He wasn't thinking about being heroic. He was just fighting for his brothers.
Excellent book, the truth of how Chapman and his team being where they are and the reason will make you cry.
I had the privilege to serve with John Chapman. He deserved a long life, not a medal. But no one deserved that medal more. RIP brother.
You were lucky to have known such a great man God rest his soul.
John 15:3 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
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RIP to that man
You were next to a brave legend brotha
“Out of every one hundred men, ten shouldn’t even be there, eighty are just targets, nine are the real fighters, and we are lucky to have them, for they make the battle. Ah, but the one, one is a warrior, and he will bring the others back.”- Heraclitus (presumably)
I love this
Misattribution as this was most certainly not written by Heraclitus but a sick quote nontheless.
@@johnbraxton2758 Here's your cookie 🍪
Yet luck overrules all of this
@@MrOnewallatatime “Here’s your cookie 🍪” - Joseph Stalin
I watch this quite often and it amazes me how brave and courageous soldiers are regardless of which side they fight for.
Rest in piece John Chapman.
SEALs left Chapman to die. Naval Special Warfare covered up his heroic actions. RIP Chapman. A true giant amongst men.
A true hero isn’t measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart. Rest in peace Chapman ❤️
He does have huge steel balls though
@@mandytran8023 there not huge steel balls. there just normal platinum balls 🙃
@@codyhernandez791 no there huge still balls
@@shadowkiller7510 No they are Bravery Balls
Instead of dropping more in a hole. Maybe some apache should have prepped the terrain for them before landing. But I'm sure the brass knows better, not.. they killed them out their own ignorance.
This gave me chills. Every American should know this mans name, John Chapman.
I'm not even American and I feel I should remember this guy. He gave his life for several others and never gave up no matter, if the pain he was suffering was on a 1/10 or a 10/10 just to save the lives of as many people as possible. He's a real hero to be remembered.
Trust me every real American might not know him but we all know of him. R.I.P. MICHAEL P. MURPHY. JOHN CHAPMAN. CHRIS KYLE. DANNY DIETZ. CHRISTOPHER MOSKO. And so many more!
Amen.
Idc about him
@@datnyga15 you are a major league POS
When they say he was already in the process of dying makes me so sad, RIP warrior and hero
"Out of every hundred men, ten shouldn't even be there. Eighty are just targets. Nine are the real fighters, and we are lucky to have them. Ah but the one, one is a warrior, and he will bring the others back." Heraclitus.
Never read that before. What a quote. It kind of summaries every group of people I can think of
Ok, but one day robotics and artificial intelligence will fix it.
Hooyah to that
That's David goggins
@@nc6493 lmao if you think that will fix anything you are mistaken. It will only destroy mankind.
“It takes more courage to suffer than to die” - Napoleon.
This man persisted and faced immense pain and suffering to save his brothers. One can only dream to be as heroic and brave as this man.
Fuck that imperialist tool.
Cosmic Wakes Napoleon actually wasn’t that bad. The French government was mistreating everyone and all the monarchys hated Napoleon because they weren’t a monarchy. It’s not his fault that everybody hates him. But once they attacked him they were suprised that he was a genius strategist and lost. Until he was corned.
@@earthorbit7775 Except that the french forcefully drafted the German population into their army. If you resisted you were executed... one of my ancestors was supposed to be drafted by Napoleon's Army in the Rhineland and he fled to a neighbouring village. Most of the men in his village revolted against the French and were summarily executed. It's basically what the Redcoats did to the Yanks during the War of Independence. But we also have a saying in the Rhineland "Better a Frenchman for an enemy than a Russian for a friend" - yes, apparently Tsar Alexander's Russian troops behaved that badly in the Rhineland during the Napoleonic Wars.
General Ripper yes but you have to realize everybody was doing that at that time. Napoleon literally was corned just because he wanted freedom. Now it might not be the freedom we are used to today but it was a precursor. He wasn’t going to attack anyone unless they attacked him. Which they did and almost lost. Justice is based on who wins the battle.
@@earthorbit7775 But he destroyed the French Republic and made himself emperor, so he wasn't really a "freedom fighter" afterall, or would you disagree? (I am no expert on Napoleon..)
GAWWD DAMMN Mr. CHAPMAN - YOU ARE ONE OF THE BRAVEST AND FIERCEST EVER SEEN. YOU MAKE US PROUD. GOD BLESS YOUR LOVED ONE'S & DESCENDANTS.
John Chapman, you are a true hero and will be remembered. you went down fighting and found to the bitter end. hopefully you’re resting in paradise.
So many stories like this go untold. There’s so many heros in combat. Thanks to those that served.
Edit: thanks for the likes. It’s awesome the support you are showing the people who served for us.
Also, people are being rather negative in the thread, there’s always one in the crowd. This just happens to be a huge crowd.
I guess so many missions the SEALs do are so classified that it all happens in quiet - the success, the surviving and the dieing.
Go to the CMH website. www.cmohs.org, and you can read the stories of these amazing soldiers . stuff you think only happens in the movies. Its incredible.
SrA Cunningham has a gut-wrenching write up on his obituary that gives much more detail about the events of the battle
thefallen.militarytimes.com/air-force-senior-airman-jason-d-cunningham/262885?fbclid=IwAR0PmCuk0ZxR6h-qioF2wfAiyJNHx9zKgHWa_U4LT0DTeGQmXHJmddRBkx4
I think we should make a petition so that HERO is only used in the proper sense.
My dad taught me that heroes are buried all over the world and they never get to tell their story.
I get so upset when I hear a fireman rescuing a cat out of a tree and they call him a hero
All thanks to the greedy minds of the banks and industrial military complex, who's only sole purpose is to create conflicts for profit with no regards of the lives of brave and innocent men and women of all nations, whos people have been brainwashed for thousands of generations. The top of pyramid must be broken in order for peace to prosper around the earth.
Death: Time's up son.
Chapman: 5 more minutes ill bring this mofus with us.
Stfu
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You people kill me lol
@@behindthen0thing what are you gonna do you piece of s@#$
Just a question. Didn't more people died because he radioed his buddies? He radioed, they came on helicopter, helicopter was shot down & more soldiers got killed exiting. Many more soldiers died trying to save 1 guy that ultimately died. He could've saved the helicopter & other soldiers lives by just killing as many as he could and not radio the base.