North Korean Soldier meet U.S. Soldier For The First Time
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- čas přidán 5. 02. 2021
- Hello from Dimple,,
We have a very special video today that we prepared for a long time. Finally we were able to invite an American Soldier to come in to meet Haneul, a North Korean Soldier.
It was more than just a production, but a touching bridging of the gap that we thought could never happen. We truly hope you enjoy.
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Heaps of you asked if you could send fan letters or American snacks for the North Korean soldiers/defectors to try, so here is the address!!
They would absolutely appreciate that!!
You can send them to:
#1707, 25, Yeonmujang 5ga-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
04782
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Hello everyone,
I’m not active duty anymore and do not have my uniform with me and not allowed to wear my old uniform in this video. I understand it looked like a official uniform but it was a costume provide by the producers.
My opinion and my thoughts on this video does not represent the US government or any of the branches. These are all my experiences and it does not represent any other airman, soldier, or marine in the US military.
My apologies if my costume offends all those who are serving and served. I did my best working with the producers to make it realistic as possible. However, I would never disrespect the US military and the uniform by being in a public forum out it of regulations.
Thank you for watching and always appreciate your support
It was an honor for us to shoot such a meaningful video with Daniel.
Daniel was an Air Force captain who risked his life to protect the United States. Please support Daniel's life after his discharge with love!
I hope you don’t worry about offending anyone.
I served six years active duty in the Air Force as an enlisted member, I understand completely where you are coming from. My opinion on the matter is that you were very professional, and made it a point to say that these viewpoints were your opinions, and not the official viewpoints of the United States government or military. Your uniform also did not have any insignia or unit patches that would show anything specific, so by just wearing those clothes, it would be like seeing the people who wear those clothes in a USAA commercial. Lol.
I just recently found this channel and I find it so interesting, I also feel that what ya’ll are doing to get the information out there on what so many people in North Korea go through and that you can build these relationships one person at a time, is awesome.
I appreciated your outlook and opinion. If anyone complains about this, I don’t believe they have ever served in the our great military and I would just ignore them. Because anyone who has served should understand what you are doing here is great!
@@dimpleAwesome1 Indeed, cool!!
This was so interesting. Thank you. I noted that he said he hopes that you two could stay in touch and get to know each other better...I'm curious if you guys did just that...Diplomacy and love two friends at a time. You both seemed genuinely interesting and sincere and I could see a true friendship blossom from this so I truly hope you both kept in touch. Much respect, and thank you for your service.
Damn you forgot seamen lol
He shouldnt be shamed for having to eat a dog it was a survival situation
People just don't understand things sometimes but the dog thing is not uncommon nor is it a line drawn for eating one in both Koreas unfortunatly
@@kylecronin3379 is like cows, pork, rabbit, chickens etc in America sadly :c
eating a dog, a cow or what animal ever. It's an animal. Somewhere in the world, people hold it as pets. Making a difference is just our mind, which trys to tell us "its okay to eat meat", because we are used to it. The brain makes a line with animals people are used to have emotional relations with.
Also: If you think about eating a dog or a cat, you will have the picture of a dog or a cat you know in you mind. Maybe your own, maybe your girlfriends or even the one of your cousin 3rd grade. Thats makes a barrier. If you think about a chicken or a cow, you think of the tenthousands of chicken and cows there are in the world. Not specific ones. Therefore there is no barrier.
@@joelhofmann5840 exactly!
No, but I would have told him not to tell that story to Americans in the future.
Worst thing you did in the military:
US soldier: I shit my pants
Korean soldier: I stole a dog and ate it because my friends and I were starving
Us: 👁👄👁
I understand it because they need to eat if that’s the only thing you can get your hands hey it’s sad but you need to survive
Starvation is one of the most painful ways to go, your morality goes away when it’s food or death.
Well thing about it is north korea isn't the only country that does it in South Korea and china thers parades with dogs and cats
Doesn’t matter who you are or how good of a person you’ve been, starvation will equalize us all. I take pride in being a vegetarian and on the road to veganism...but If I were truly starving, it’s anything that’s alive and moving I would kill and cook to keep me from dying. There was an interesting study that way done in my home state regarding Starvation and what psychological impact it has.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minnesota_Starvation_Experiment
@@jihad5569 I love your profile name
American: We had a buffet hbu?
North Korean: I weighed 94 pounds.. and had to eat a puppy
Finally, the comment I was looking for !
That’s the air force for you. Always pampered. In the Army, we call them chair force but even some of my Air Force friends rip some jokes too. We all go at each other but they’re still above the puddle pirate coasties 🤣🤷🏻♂️
Food is food, puppy human? Y’a thats food.
Survival is survival. You won’t hold back, finna taste what my best friend taste like.
@@iiDetroit_Law over here (Australia) we make fun of the navy as well, a fitting nickname of “anchor wankers”. Good banter though.
yknow poverty is everywhere across the US
"Governments make war, soldiers just do their jobs"
I never hated anyone that I fought against. I respect ALL that serve their countries ❤️
I would only hate those that (try to) invade my home...
So you "respect" the people whose brains you would plant a bullet in.
You do know respect means the OPPOSITe, right? LOL
“When the rich wage war, it’s the poor who die”- Jean-Paul Sartre
I hated that I had to end them. They forced us to this point and forced us to show them how scary righteous might can be
You are spot on about governments starting wars. I’ll never blame the people of extreme oppression.
So grateful to be part of this!
As a fellow American, thank you for your service Captain Kim! 🇺🇲
Thank you for your service and thank you for representing our nation so wonderfully in this opportunity.
Thank you, Captain Kim! Thank you for your service, your bravery, and your caring heart. Thank you also for sharing your thoughts in this interview!
Thank you for all your support
Thank you Captain Kim for your service. Great dialogue. 🇺🇸🤜🤛💜💜💖
"Do I not destroy my enemies when I make them my friends?" - Abraham Lincoln
Oh damn that's such an interesting quote.
o0Silverwolf0o... That's what I'm talkin about.
There is only One God, and there is only one race.
Wonder what the Middle East thinks…..
@planeandsimple431 pretty sure there's more than one race but okay..
Im trying to fathom how this young man must be feeling. For him to get moved to tears to hear that we don’t consider North Korea are mortal enemies and not planning their brutal
Destruction, just shows how much he has been through. I hope he has a good life now and I hope and pray for his family.
I feel so bad for the NK soldier... want to bring him home to my mama so she can make him some tamales..
😂😂
ok CIA
i feel too , , , , , , ,
Yea not today CIA, you ain't fooling anyone
Trust me guys, no one messes with the CIA’s mother
Korean: We had to eat dogs to stay alive
American: *shit's pants again*
😂😂
funny one,zed
Lmao 🤣🤣🤣
one shitted
I paused at that part to read the comments about it 😂😂
This Korean soldier is breaking my heart, because I can feel the pain he is hiding behind his sun glasses. He gave his life to protect his family, just like the American soldier, but I can feel a lot more pain, emotion, and genuine appreciation from the Korean soldier because of his past. I do feel a lot of pride because of the American soldier, because he is my one of my own as an American, and I am so proud of him!!! They are both so brave!
I accompanied my 89 yr old father as his guardian for his Honor Flight to Washington DC. He is a Korean war veteran. He was treated amazingly. So much honor and seriously "spoiled" by everyone. The airplane was hiven a "water cannon salute", there were lines of people at the airports welcoming them home. He said he felt like a movie star. He is now 94 and very elderly. Im so thankful he experienced the honor he didnt get when he stepped off his ship after 2 tours.
Please convey my Thank You for serving to your Dad from an Air Force veteran!!
When I was in the US Military and serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, I realized that 99% of the people we saw were just normal people trying to move on with their lives and live a normal life. The other thing I realized is that war is just dumb. We were two sides shooting at each other, and if we met in any other context, we would have probably gotten along, been friends, and enjoyed each others company. We just found ourselves on opposite sides, and each of us was a version of ourselves fighting against our own self. I'd rather sit down and share a cup of coffee and tea with my 'enemy' than exchange bullets. I have no animosity or hatred to anyone and believe kindness is the greatest virtue, and I hope the rest of the world can choose kindness and peace over hatred and war.
Exactly. Shit is ridiculous. People we train with, eat and get to know as we go through shitty times, and just knowing that a rotation could be the last time you ever see them.
@Andrew Jackson maybe the realization came AFTER joining and experiencing war first hand?
I'm kinda surprised you had to go to another country and into an active war zone to realize people are just people.
Actually, I'm not. I'm just continually disappointed by how willing people are to see "others" instead of human beings. Whether it's over race, religion, nationality, whatever. No matter where you are most people want basically the same thing. To be happy and secure (financially, socially, etc) and the ones that don't are usually brainwashed or psychotic and a small, small number of any population of people are genuinely psycho.
I'm glad you realized it anyways, however it came about. I hope your experiences make for a better life for yourself, your family, and the world around you in general.
@@Poorstargazer23 Maybe I'm not communicating the idea clearly or its just a hard realization to describe via youtube comments. When someone is shooting at you and putting you into mortal danger, where you legitimately fear for your life, and you realize that on the other end is someone who wants to see you dead, it really messes with you. You think "But, I'm a good person! Why is someone trying to kill me? They don't even know who I am! If only they would take the time to get to know me before deciding they want to try to kill me...", They don't care, they just want to kill you even if you're there to help rebuild a country and help them live a better life. It's nothing personal. It's not the 99% of the population who want to kill you, it's just the 1%. And that 1% ruins it for the other 99%. The epiphany was a reconciliation with the idea that other people are trying to kill you, forgiving them for it, and trying that much harder to be nicer to people to counter balance the anger in the world.
@Andrew Jackson I have several reasons. Let me see if i can explain it. For one i scored very high on the asvab so i could have done anything. I picked infantry because i wanted to prove to myself i had what it takes to become a soldier and do real soldier stuff. 2)it's not all bad experiences. There's definitely alot of fun ans a very powerful, unique brotherhood you become a part of. There are guys that i still talk to to this day and would take a bullet for. 3)learning battle drills an learning how to shoot such a wide variety of weapons systems is awesome and those skills won't be forgotten. 4)you get to experience interesting environments you normally couldn't as a civilian. 5)yes there are bad times and really really bad times but most guys including myself have zero regrets about being true 1 percenters earning that blue cord.
Finally I’ve been waiting for a North Korean and American soldier to engage in dialogue.
Me too. It was very good.
Now for American Soldiers and Taliban Fighters to describe what it was like.
@@unknown_potato2229 do you think they could sit down like this?
I dont know the facts but I am pretty sure the "American Soldier" isn't a fucking American soldier. Not that Koreans or American Koreans can be in the US Army but I have a few points in my favor.
1. What the fuck is wrong with his OCP uniform. Like Jesus fucking christ all his patches are missing, his name tag, army, and rank patches are gone which is the bear minimum along with any uniform or MOS identification.
2. His sleeves are not rolled correctly ( they should be right under his shoulder patches) and wtf is he wearing on his feet?!?!
3. Finally, I see how you tried to make him a CZcams channel to make it seem authentic but does anyone else notice that his CZcams started the same day this was posted?
Honestly this just looks like DIMPLE is running out of content.
@@fakegraysonh well for ur first point he isn’t in the military anymore so maybe he doesn’t feel like he has to comply with the uniform regulations. For ur second point, this is not a formal interview so he probably just wants to relax
1:48 I can't even imagine how it must feel to ask that question and not be sure of the answer. I'm amazed by his bravery in even sitting down for this conversation with someone he thinks could see him as an enemy.
You could tell how nervous he was. My heart just hurt seeing that.
The fact he almost cried when the soldier said, "No, you're not my enemy," makes me realize their entire lives are about hating the Americans rather than changing their government.
The main takeaway from this video that made me so sad was the fact that extreme hunger was mentioned multiple times. He said he weighed 95 lbs. at one point, that was just terrible! I love how he was so happy not to be looked at as the enemy and I hope his life is filled with wonderful times, friends, and plenty of good food to eat! Thank you for posting such an insightful video!
I’d love for this to become a series. Seeing a Russian soldier speak with an American one would be really interesting.
I worked for years in Russia and got to be friends with many former soldiers, they are great people.
If Americans talk to russians they get investigated for federal crimes
I heard that when Russian and US troops meet in Syria, they normally just talk and exchange gifts and stuff.
@Nathaniel De Sagun Roman yes.
@DeAndre DeAndre Go to Russia and join the Russian Army then.
We srent taught to hate you my friend. We are taught the the people of NK are oppressed and need help. We are all brothers and sisters.
And the same goes for American’s views of America I think. Like the saying goes “politicians start wars and the people are sent to fight them”. We would fight tyranny here as much as abroad.
I wish i would help.
Major facts. We’re taught that NK needs freedom and to be one Korea again.
@DeMocRacyDeFeaTeD TrUmPiSmFaScisM what?
@DeMocRacyDeFeaTeD TrUmPiSmFaScisM guess you haven’t heard what happened over the summer of 2020 where the democrats burned down cities and bailed out those criminals.....
The NK soldier is like, “we only showered once a month, we are only fed rice and corn for 10 years, and my superiors beat me senseless and my country thought I was scum”
And the American soldier is like: “I feel you, one time I pooped my pants and someone yelled at me for wearing slippers”
Haha yeah,
US Soldier - Shat myself and spent one whole day like that.
NK Soldier - 🤢...You win.
LMFAO I TEARED UP😩 Underrated comment for sure.. He really tried making that shit story sound so horrifying
Yeah, I know he was just trying to *empathize and connect* with the NK soldier…but you can’t really compare crap-pants apples to BBQpuppy oranges and not have it sound cringy. 😳😬
They really should’ve gotten an army grunt or marine to do this with. Or even Air Force recon, and not an officer. I feel like the situations would’ve been much more comparable.
what a tragic and unsympathethic and clueless comment to make. This is why it's almost counterproductive to show these kinds of things to Americans - everything is a competition. How disrespectful for you to say someone crapping in their pants for a day isn't dehumanizing, shameful, and horrible? I had a friend who had diarrhea in public once and she was about as traumatized and humiliated as can be. You can't tell me that if you crapped in your pants and had to wear them all day as you went about doing your daily business that you wouldn't be utterly ashamed and humiliated. Yes, starving and having to eat a puppy is equally as tragic and humiliating - but, newsflash, some cultures DO eat dog meat just like any other meat and wouldn't consider that a tragedy - they'd consider that hunting. That would be the same as someone finding and killing a rabbit or chicken or turkey on the road - just because we treat dogs like family doesn't mean the rest of the world does. Some places treat them like just another source of food. The bottom line is - it's childish and uncouth, sometimes, to rate things as better or worse when each person experienced their circumstance as a tragedy. For you to minimize it is really terrible. The point of this is not to make American soldiers look privileged and weak compared to other soldiers who perhaps come from countries who don't treat them as well as we do, but to listen and understand the deep propaganda and indoctrination some people have had to endure. This man spent one year in the armed services and escaped almost immediately to S. Korea in order to get freedoms that a lot of "free" people take for granted. While I hate that he deserted his country (which I understand why) and left his family (tragic) - I am proud that he was brave enough to risk it all for a better life and I hope he's found one. And I hope the American soldier is able to live his best life - and that he really does know and understand how much we appreciate our service men and women all over the world who WILLINGLY lay their lives on the line every single day. I wish the world was a better, kinder, more peaceful place so that no one had to be a soldier, but since that is not the case - I am thankful for all who stand in the gap and endure humiliation and tragedy and pain and loss for those of us who cannot or will not.
As the son of a veteran father and a long line of veterans, this video is touching. My father taught my siblings and I to be distrustful of all those who teach hate - even our own government. His wisdom has proven to be true in all accounts. Thank you to both of these brave men. Service and charity to others is the true love of God.
US soldier: I pooped my pants
NK soldier: I ate a puppy.
Russian soldier : that's cute
@svarge as reported by the US media..
That's even cuter
You guys are really arguing about who is "stronger" than who pathetic
@svarge 🙄
@svarge yea haha the death of human life is fucking hysterical
Even with the glasses on I can see an feel his emotions of him wanting to cry
Me too, I can easily see how hard it is for him to talk about and how hard he is working to suppress tears.
Nice name you have there monty
"Am I an enemy to you?" beautiful question, even more beautiful response.
Indeed.
I'm American, so I find it very hard to understand why NK treats their soldiers so poorly. It breaks my heart to hear that they are goin through such awful conditions.
Most likely because the nk government just sees them as slaves while in the U.S theyre seen as hero’s fighting to protect us and others.
The dog story made me cry. Soldiers should be treated with utmost respect and honor, not starved.
*People
@@freenorthkorea7317 *people AND soldiers.
@@Amy-un6oh soldiers are ppl lol
I think they should not. If there were no soldiers anymore, there would be no war as well.
@@handsomekim4895 😐
"did you get to eat a lot in the north korean military?"
dude he just told you he ate a puppy
i was thinking the same like why'd he eat the puppy you dummy
@@ahsnsb when you're starving and at the brink of death you have no choice but to eat dogs, cats, snails, worms, anything to keep you alive and breathing.
@@acefromwithin2079 could have just cut the fence to the chickens
@@stijnlijnsvelt5166 If they did that, that would be stealing, and that is automatic execution.
@@jenniemitchell7731 and stealing the officers/commanders puppy is not stealing?
This is brilliant. I'm from a US military family and if we had more of these kind of dialogues the world would be a much better place. Thank you BOTH for your service!
This is infinitely interesting. People have a hunger for this kind of reconciliation and learning about the other side. This could easily be a popular series.
I like how the American soldier says he crapped his pants and NK soldier is like complimenting him but when NK soldier says he ate a dog the American soldier is like wHoAh 😂😂😂
It’s fake the uniforms arnt right and North Korea this would be a death sentence just talking to American soldier
@@buff_man1670 The NK soldier defected a while back(dont know when but Im pretty sure there is a video explaining his story) and the American airman is no longer serving so the uniforms arent correct since neither is actively in service. They are wearing them as a way to visually show which side each is representing.
@@buff_man1670 I think you’re missing some context here. The NK soldier has already defected (escaped NK) and the uniforms are on just for add on to the “soldier” idea...the interview and experiences shared are not fake but the uniforms can definitely just be seen as costumes here! I hope that is helpful for you
@@xKamineko he still wouldn’t show off the fact that he was a soldier especially not gonna act cool like that
@@ag3nt_green Ik but the NK wouldn’t do this interview bc he would hide the fact he was a soldier in NK bc they hate it there especially him acting cool is completely unrealistic
Ten years, TEN years. Wow I can’t imagine that they get out when they are like 27-28 that’s insane
You're not the best at math, are you?
@@generallewisdingleberry5601 no not at all my school skills are in history and art
@@yoonglespringles5881 they are 28 when they get out
@Yoongles Pringles your pfp and name 😭💜
@@yoonglespringles5881 lol if you edit your comment to 28 years old you’ll probably get more like just sayin ;)
My heart ached when I heard the NK soldier say he teared up when he asked am I your enemy and is NK? His response was so honest..I can't imagine how hard your life has been..or the things you have endured and seen...and your demeanor still seems as though you didn't let it change you as a person...that to me is beautiful..to see people grow in spite of their situation or issues that may arise..what a beautiful human being...you gave me goosebumps and also hope that we may see each other through all the propaganda as allies..not enemies
"I stole a puppy and ate it because we were starving."
"Best food you had in the military?"
"..... The dog.."
😅
THE most absurd yet hilarious shit I heard today
that was roof
@@newton18311 oh man
He did say it was painfully delicious.
Imagine being so hungry they had to steal a puppy and eat it.. it wasn’t their goal, it was their last resort for food.
It was an officer's dog tho so..
@@kvoartr9963 Well that's not the dogs fault
@@mis0maris true, but ye.. u had to do something to survive
Yeah north Koreans are so small
Sad the country is starving
Imagine growing up and being taught to hate Americans but here is the NK soldier opening up and even admiring the Korean American soldier 🥺 This was beautiful and emotional. I hope they stay in touch and become friends.
There not thought to hate Americans, but to hate America.
@@potatoslayer2392 I honestly think they are taught to hate everything American, including it’s people.
@@psmaria23
Maybe, If they followed the standard model of communism. It’s impossible to be rasict
And yes I know America is diverse with many ethnic groups. I hope you understand what point I was trying to get across.
@@psmaria23 Going by your name, even though it´s spellt incorrectly, aren´t Venezuelans taught the same, to hate the US, but still "deflect" to it?...
Most likely they will stay in touch
It’s so insane. What he just experienced contradicted everything he’s been taught about American soldiers. I’m glad they got along so well💜☺️
Man this is so cool, I'd love to just sit and talk with a Soldier from North Korea. I just got out of the military and it's a weird bond all soldiers have with each other. Mutual respect because of the military. Really interesting.
"What's the best food you had in the military?"
Marine: "64 pack of crayons."
I'm wheezing. My cousin is a marine and the dude has golden retriever brain.
@@AnotherTuesday Hopefully "he's a good boy" at least lol
@@tripandroctonus7787 He's too dumb not to be.
Why do they always say marines eat crayons? Im genuinely confused 😂
@@rxge.3704 asvab score averages for the branches the marines how the lowest average score for the asvab compared to the other branches also there’s the joke that marines are taught to color in between the lines so to speak they do there job they do it well but they don’t get creative and they don’t think outside the box
the crayon eating joke branched off from the combination of both
To live your whole life, believing one side was always your enemy...and then to meet the opposing side and realize that they not only respect you but wish the best for your own freedom must be such an experience...
im sure Korea or US or Japan are friend to NK , just because the threat. so its like an enemy state for us. youre just wrong. there are always two sides. one who occupied korean peninsula to create this problem and trying to look like a big friend aka USA ...
@@forctyus8807 Dude they were talking about the former North Korean soldier's perspective, how beautiful this is.
freedom in west, lol
@@luke.4317 more freedom than your trash commie regime.
@@roskcity regime lol
I’m glad y’all are doing interviews with the north koriens it’s nice to see the other side and to see how truly humble these people are. They go through so much worse, I’m blessed to be living in America 🇺🇸 godbless all you poor north koriens that got forced into serving 🇰🇵
I know there is a much bigger message here, but did they hold a 'most handsome soldier' contest. Both these men are so handsome and hold themselves well, and respectful. As an American, not military, I agree with the idea I can dislike how a 'country' behaves, but that doesn't mean I dislike the people living in the country - it's the actions of their leaders. This is a wonderful video.
"Did you eat a lot in the NK military?"
"Do you not recall the story I just told about stealing, killing, and cooking my commanding officer's dog?"
This is why Social media and youtube was made for. To connect people with differences to have them realize they have not that many differencs. This is what need sto go viral.
You are so right. We have so much more in common than we have differeces. All human beings want their basic nerds met..food, shelter, happiness, and love.
Hate to correct you but um... CZcams was made to see Janet Jackson's nipslip
@@jonathanleebh nah it was created to print bogos binted
@@campbellsoup4646 nah mine is staight up facts, go check
They used to live up to their name, and even allowed soft porn, but now you have to search for funny videos and all conservative channels have been politicized, or censored. Conservativism is a branch of philosophy, not a political ideology. The difference in practice is that conservative people critique liberal-minded politicians, because that gives shock value, and the people that are really capitalist, and don't hide it, got censored on a massive scale, so there's hardly no debate anywhere anymore, and now class society is back on the menu with this racialist hygiene craze, because there's no communication being had, and everybody are sitting at home, drinking alone. Just ten years ago, debate was everywhere, even in news papers.
It is fantastic getting to hear from these two men. I can't believe he was 94lbs in the military, many men carry that on their backs.
Thank you, Captain Dan, for your service to our country.
You are an excellent example of class and professionalism.
I am proud to claim you as a fellow member of the US military and as a fellow American.
I wish you the best of luck in all that you do.
I loved their conversation! Although I got sad when he was hesitant to ask if the American soldier saw him as the enemy. He didn't know what to expect. Since in NK they are taught that Americans are the enemy. So when the American soldier answered it was almost like a sense of relief for him. I also liked his response, "I see you as a soldier." It was a heart warming interaction.
Because, it seems as though from seeing a few of these videos, that not only North Korean military but also the civilian population are taught that the US is the great enemy. This sort of propaganda is central to their cultural upbringing and is constantly reinforced. I think what he was asking was; as a Military Officer / American, was he brought up to believe that North Korea was his sworn enemy? The Captain went on to explain that at the time he was in the military, the US focus was in the Middle East.
But I believe the short answer to that question is simply; No!
I believe for the average American, the North Korean Conflict isn't even on their radar and if it is, it probably doesn't even make top five of their geopolitical concerns.
So, no man, Americans; Military or otherwise don't view North Koreans as their enemy. Most are aware that there is far reaching corruption and injustice in North Korea, but reserve our animosity for more immediate concerns; like people who disagree with us on Facebook.
That touched me too. I kinda wish he would’ve explained more though, like how we tend to view NK citizens more as victims than enemies. How we realize they’ve been brainwashed to hate us, but understand that at their core, most are probably still good people. In this situation & others, our despise is more often directed towards the dictator & his authoritative regime, than towards the innocent people who’ve been oppressed under such brutal & corrupt political systems.
So sad, the whole NK people were brainwashed!
@@Studio-Coast_Kid We don’t view them as our enemy because we know what would happen if it came to a war with NK. The US would wipe the country off the planet in a few hours. So to a degree I think there is an attitude of avoid at all costs to prevent the mass genocide of a subjugated and brainwashed people
@@_Offensivebias_ That point of view seems a touch ethnocentric, the people from this part of the world are tougher than shoe leather, look at what they have to endure just to survive from day today. Do you think the average American can handle that? I realize that question is loaded and unfair, but the truth of the matter is most of us go into meltdown mode if we're separated from our phones for 20 minutes. Plus we didn't exactly have our way in Asia during Korean War in the 50's or the Vietnamese Conflict in the 60's. I love America n I'm not saying you're necessarily wrong, what I am saying is have a little more respect for the toughness and military prowess of people from this area of the world once they put their mind to war.
I cant deny the fact that the soldier from NK is good looking. He looks like a famous actor.
Thought I was the only one. Shocked I didn't find more comments cause usually when there is an attractive guy in a video, the whole comment section be thirsty.
Im a straight male, but i agree
They both are
@@zs1171 True.
in some other videos that the NK soldier is in, the comments talk all about him lol
This shit is hilarious. American solider recalls some cute story, North Korean lays down some dystopic as fuck shit every time.
“You could as much, it’s like buffet”
Me an enlisted man on a naval ship: “Ah yes, Sliced bread, watered potatoes, and this heap of brown stuff”
i mean that’s more than what the north korean soldiers have 🤷♀️
@@user-vs2tx1ku2c I was talking about the Airforce dude, they always get the nice stuff :C
National guardsman here, we get our own food
@@camronrapp4146 Ye, y'all do gotta work for it XD
@@navybr0wnie Kinda. We just drive down the road to McDonald's most of the time 🤣
I am former military and my heart goes to this North Korean soldier. Being a soldier is hard enough, but to be a soldier that wasn’t your choice to and then to starve during non-war time, I feel for this man. Well done to the U.S.A.F. Soldier.
You’re beautiful
Airforce airman not soldier
He’s not a soldier you should know this by now. His uniform is wrong from boots to pockets to sleeves
@@sal9523 ok just focus on what she said bro
@@sal9523 at the top of the comment section he said why his uniform was off
My favorite part is when the American soldier admitted that he shit his pants
North Korean soldier: well....um...
Dude was straight up like "Damn holy shit they're fucking brutal to you guys" seconds before downplaying the physical beatings and starvation, seemingly preferring them to shitting his pants for a while day in the field.
@@owndapwn No one is "brutal" in USAF's basic training. No airmen is beaten in basic training, they are not starved. Their basic is a joke. -- I can direct you to a plethora of real veterans (not this fake BS.) Even vets from the air force would be calling this out for the fake bs that it is. Not only that, the "American" isn't a soldier. USAF does not have a single soldier, they are called Airmen (Army = Soldier). He does not have any identifying markers, no tabs, rank, name plate, sleeves(the unit patch, etc.) not even the US Flag.
What this looks like is Stolen Valor. Nothing more.
NK Soldier: well....um... I BBQ’d a puppy and ate him
@@StylesEste Yea, if you think someone on active duty in SK wasn't made to remove patches before appearing in a youtube video, I don't know what to tell you. But I guess critical thinking skills aren't very important to the religious.
@@MarySanchez-zl1sg Ate an actual puppy to counter actual starvation, vs actual shit in his pants to counter imaginary enemies.
Thank you so much for this video, made me tear up. My heart absolutely breaks for North Koreans..... I'm so glad this young man was able to escape. I see some really awful comments in the comment section and I hope the people at Dimple and everyone involved will ignore those.... this was a beautiful video. Everyone I know loves the North Korean people and wishes they could all escape from the Kim Jong Un regime. Personally I pray for Kim Jong Un that he will become a Christian with a heart of love and compassion for his people and that he will want to be friendly with other nations...and that North Korea can become more like South Korea and experience freedom...
The most eye-opening part, for me, is that their military is under nourished. I really believed it was just civilians suffering. And to never hear the words "thank you for your service" is heartbreaking knowing they risk their lives for their country.
My gf is Vietnamese. Her mother told me the story that after the war in 1975 her family was last down on the list for any food from the new united govt because her brother and uncle worked for the south and with the US.
They made the decision after a long while to eat the family dog. She still tears up but it was for survival.
I'm so sorry to hear that. 🙏
Leave her bro damn
If we met any of the animals we ate for a little bit we'd also be crying for them.
@WILEY CRONZ i’m vegetarian too because my religion. i believe all animals are lives and should not be eaten. not only cute animals like dogs, but also fish, chicken, etc. but i do understand that some people (like in the comment above, and in the video) had no choice.
@@officialbaz1991 Why should he leave her? They had no choice.
4:55 goes straight under my skin: "in retrospect, all I was educated was on, to become a self-destructive tool to die for Kim Jong Un. Now thinking about it, it.. That was horrifying".
What the world needs today is world peace I got emotional when both soldier hugged each other.
This made me tear up. This is one of my new favorites on CZcams. Thank you for posting this.
Someone give this man a Red Lobster lifetime membership
????
Now ya got me wanting some
Red Lobster is trash, anyone from a coastal area knows this. Get this man a lifetime of something better, he deserves it.
the biscuits 😋
Chedder bay biscuits 😍🤤🤤
As a Korean American Soldier in the US Army this video really brightened my day. In the end the people and even its Soldiers of any nation are not really the enemy. The enemy is the government, its leaders and its ideology. I too would love to meet and engage in conversation with a North Korean Soldier in this fashion and learn about them. Put our differences aside and peacefully have a conversation. It is a culture and life that somewhat resembles my origins being born in South Korea.
Much love to you and us this is the solution
@@monkeyking5350 what are you even talking about? It’s some person commenting on the video. The dude in the video is pinned. Stop commenting on random peoples shit. Say thank you. Don’t call some random ass person a liar. Weirdo.
@@monkeyking5350 i don't understand what youre so confused about. Were you thinking that I, the person typing this comment right now, is the Asian guy in the video interviewing the North Korean soldier? Sucks to be you man.
@@dankim7488 😂 gj man.
@@bethm5791 It's a self-less service. I.E. American's are not required to say "thank you", nor do American service members expect it (again, it is a self-less service. You volunteer for it.)
Trying to tell people to say 'Thank you", is cultural liberalism.
And the reason why people are calling out this video is because it can only appear as Stolen Valor. ( www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2199404/air-force-delays-mandatory-wear-date-for-ocp-items-2pfdu/#:~:text=1.-,The%20changes%20for%20each%20uniform%20are%20detailed%20in%20Air%20Force,that%20become%20mandatory%20on%20Sept. )
I was in a train station in NYC recently during a busy holiday. I saw armed military personnel walking around looking for potential threats. When I saw them I breathed a sigh of relief thinking that if anything went wrong, they would be there to protect me and help if needed. Hearing the US soldier's statements I realized that I do look to the military in everyday situations for security and support. I think in my mind that I'm safer that they are there and I feel more secure. I've also seen military personnel at large concerts before. I feel better thinking that they will hopefully thwart anyone who has ill intentions for a large gathering.
Thank you so much for this video! I can't believe how hard it is for the N. Korean soldiers! 😭 I am so thankful you are now in S. Korea! As an American I can say that, while we don't like the North Korean government in the slightest, we feel sorry for the people and wish we could help them!
To the American soldier: Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸
Side note: The way the American talked kept reminding me of Johnny!
Respect for the both of them
Ps. He’s actually an Airman not a soldier
Hes also not wearing patches, boots, sleeves arent rolled up properly and hes not wearing the issued shirt
@@genesisbull3840 I can understand the patches, but why the rest of his uniform is fucked up?
It doesn’t matter. He’s a Capt. He knows if he’s going to put the uniform on. He has to wear it a certain way.
@@yanmanuelmarrero1223 He said he served for 6 years, so I assume he ETS'd (or whatever the air bois call it) and just had to wear some OCPs for this video. I assume he didn't have his own uniform, so the production staff just found some surplus and let him wear it. Either way, it isn't presentable for sure.
More like he’s a fraud his uniform is all dicked up I know the air force is more lax but no military personnel would get away with being dressed like that
Imagine starving so bad you have to eat a puppy--- I don't blame him at all, he had to survive
This conversation is so important
I genuinely hope that these two were able to stay in touch and become friends after this video. I'm so proud of them for sharing their stories, thank you both so much ❤❤
The former North Korean soldier has a lot of courage. He is being presented with a reality of life that is not only completely contrary to his own experience, but someone who lived a very good life. I say this because I can empathize with the former North Korean soldier having thoughts of betrayal, loss, and anger.
I wonder if he's wearing sunglasses so he can stay anonymous and protect his relatives from punishment at home...
Exactly
my thought exactly
Maybe, but I think another reason is he comes across a lot of emotional moments.
NK is tapped in enough to see this, and they have enough control over their people's movements that they would probably be able to narrow down who this is.
I'm pretty sure it's part of their uniform. I think its because the South Koreans would always say "what are you looking at?!" so they had to add it to the uniform to protect themselves.
Wouldnt blurring the face do a better job if that was the case....im sure they can find him out with that shades on lol
Watching them speak their natural languages to each other, and understanding each other... I'm overwhelmed with emotion. The language barrier has always been so personal to me. Just... wow.
Theres s translator
@@studentfitness5954 but they answer sometimes instantly
@@studentfitness5954 they understand each other but cant speak the other language too well. im like this with my mom. my mom speaks korean to me and i speak english to her but we understand each other
They are both Korean language speakers. But the American soldier also speaks English..because he was born in America. But I'm sure he learned Korean from his parents...his Korean probably isn't as fluent as the North Korean soldier
@@pamelabustos8376
Nah! His Korean got Surfer Accent compared to the Defector.
I appreciate and love the respect these two soldiers/men have for each other. Neither man judged the other but accepted one another for who they were and where they came from.
RESPECT AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸🙌🏻 ITS AMAZING TO SEE YOU GUYS TOGETHER MAKING A DIFFERENCE TOGETHER LOVE TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES 🙏
I really feel sad for the north korean defector. Especially when he recalls the happiest moment he ever experienced in the north korean military. You can tell he almost broke out in tears. Especially knowing what happens to their families once a person defects from N.K. I truly do feel for him. Gain all the freedom for a price. I'd like to know about his families whereabouts
I wonder if he had his family blessing.
EVERY thing about North Kore in CZcams is Western war propaganda! Be aware!
@@pasisovi what?
@@pasisovi well yes, that's when you "play the game"... Not everything is propaganda... For example, when the NK soldier says "US is the best", yep that's propaganda... But when he said life in NK is worst, it's not a propaganda.... Living in communist country is like a hell... Capitalism is not that good, but sure communism is the worst....
@@ajoo129 no, the us is the best thing they've got to experience, so no it's not propaganda, it's this thing called perspective, they're happy to be free
It's heart breaking, Soliders were starving, yet they still get more food then the citizens.
94 pounds... we dont hate the people... we hate how your government is treating you and its attitude towards everyone else...
@@pergatory_a This person commenting isn't North Korean lol. But I agree. Americans feel bad for North Korean people, all our hatred is towards Kim Jong Un.
@@543soldier its like how europeans feel bad abt americans😂
And no meat :(
You should see the video of them downing some ribs. It’s so pure !!!
The hug at the end was heartbreaking, partially because they were commiserating as soldiers, but also because the NK soldier was so much shorter than the American. Being starved to 94 pounds leaves scars.
This was an amazing exchange, I would love to see more of this content. As a veteran of the US Navy, this really resonated with me. Thank you!
I would love to do this. I spent 20 years in the US Air Force and lived in South Korea for 13 months (Osan Air Base) and was TDY there 7 times for 30 days each. Now that I'm retired, going to Korea to see it again would be nice, but to meet some of the North Koreans who risked their lives for freedom would beat everything hands down.
Heading out to osan in a few weeks! Anything advice on what things I should go see?
@@vincentforce1 going off base is fun. Avoid the Juice bars (they only want to take your money) and go easy on the regular bars. The last few months there I started doing the tours with outdoor recreation. Those were a blast (with tons of places to visit), easy on the pocket, and can keep you out of trouble. I kind of wish I started those earlier. Hate to say it but the best way to save money was to limit drinking and stay in the dorms (not all the time, of course). Finally, always, always travel with people. Going solo without knowing Korean is a quick way to be stopped by the US/ROK police. Good luck and have fun!
@@jeremyortiz2927 thank you sir for the advice 🙏
No doubt I miss it. Spent a total of 7 years at Osan.
Btw the Juicy Bars have been non-existent since around 2014
Speaking as a veteran, I think all soldiers respect each other. When you're in the military it is not about politics, it's about watching the back of your team and having them watching your back. It's a shared experience of respect. In combat you fight for your brothers not the government. The mission is set by command, but in the heat of things it's about keeping each other alive. A note on the video - I think these guys would be good friends if they stayed in contact.
This sort of stuff just brings all the feels. This is exactly what we should be doing with each other, all over the world. Learning about our differences, sharing in our similarities, and gaining compassion and love for each other. We are all human brothers and sisters. We have far more that unites us than ever divides us. I've never thought any one country or it's people was our enemy. The enemy of the human race (ALL We The People EVERYWHERE) is corruption, poverty, disease, homelessness, lack of human rights, and things of those natures - not differences in religion, opinion, or culture. I truly believe that we can all honor each other as humans including honoring each other's differences, just by taking the time to learn and LISTEN to each other.
It is my hope and prayer that each of you reading this message is blessed and prosperous beyond measure. I pray and hope for your happiness and your safety and your peace. I hope you understand just how important and special each of you are and how much you are loved. I don't have to know you to love you, I honor everyone that reads this for the human, the person they are, no matter how different we are. #OnePeopleOnePlanet
Sadly all the worlds governments choose to speak for us
why do these videos make me cry so much. hearing how much pain these people have been through brings me to tears
I've been hoping you guys could do this. Thank you. It was very moving. They were both so respectful and compassionate. You could've done this with any U.S. military member or veteran, but I think the fact you asked a Korean American to participate added another level of poignancy. With the exception of our Native American population, we're a nation of immigrants. You'll find every ethnicity in our Armed Forces. At some point in history, The young U.S. gentleman's family came to the U.S. We know the young N.K. gentleman escaped to S.K. and some of what he's gone through. As an immigrant and an escapee, I know it was not easy for him to begin again in S.K. I've always wanted to know, if we asked any of these N.K. folks this question, what they would answer: "Knowing the society in which you were raised, would you have found it surprising, before you defected, to know that U.S. people are not brought up to hate you? In fact, many people worry about the N.K. people. Given what you were taught, would you have even believed it?"
So sad to hear the NK Soldier's stories, especially that they did not have enough food. I hope that he is now able to eat everything and anything he wants in abundance!
I really appreciate content like this. This is the stuff we should be taking in, not the total brain rot most content is composed of nowadays. We really need more of this. ❤
I agree 100%
most moving interview ever. I want the 2 soldiers to become friends
I love this channel...it’s so important for the world to learn about the lives of regular NK people & what they go through... 10 years mandatory, wow, & he weighed 94 pounds.. wow
I love they got to meet & hear each other story. My heart almost broke on when he was asked what he thought Americans thought of NK & not eating.
This was one of the best videos. As an American who has been in the military, I found this very heartwarming. It's sad that the North Korean people are treated so poorly. They all seem to be kind-hearted, at least the ones who have taken the risk and successfully gotten away. I wish it was possible for them to know that Americans really don't hate them and don't see them as enemies. I would love to see them treated better and not starved. I agree that it would be nice to see more videos like this.
16:55 i was hoping that this would happen and it did. Respect to both soldiers. They are true Soldiers
Love and respect to both of you from an old Canadian veteran.
Same here
Mad respect to my brothers up north. You boys are an amazingly formidable opponent, with the class of old British gentlemen's warfare. I have never seen Canadian militaries being accused of wrong doing, and you all really showed us your grit in Iraq and Afghan.
I may joke about how polite Canadians are, but it's out of respect as well. I've never heard a Canadian come up for war crimes or crimes against humanity. We, the US, can definitely not say the same.
I do sleep easier at night though when I'm back home because I know that Canada would never let an attack hit us without going through Canada first. I hate calling you all allies, I prefer calling you all our brothers/sisters. The world is still so ignorant to how vital Canada's role in Vietnam war was to keeping both sides from annihilating each other. Not only did Canada provide troops, but they also brought hospitals and EOD to try and assist with the land mines left behind. Americans should read more about the 73 peace accords, they'd be shocked
One thing that never gets talked about though.... Canadian special warfare soldiers. When I say elite, I mean every letter in that word. There are very few forces out there that are perfect equals to the US special warfare soldiers, and at times even give a us a run for our money.
Mad respect brother
@@adamkahn8645 I appreciate that very much. I served alongside many American troops in Kuwait, Libya and Afghanistan and always thought of them as brothers and sisters....still do to this day.
@@jonathonkeane3598 when our forces deployed together, I never thought about the nationality of everyone around me. Since we were always focused on the same goals, and endured losses on both our sides, it never crossed my mind once not to sacrifice myself to save a brother.
Outside that wire, flags don't matter. We didn't do it for love of our country or politics.... when we were engaged with the enemy, we did it for the men standing beside us in the "foxhole". We did it so the man beside us could return to his home with honor and without injury.
I think no country thinks that nk is "the enemy" we all want to help The poor people, and free them from this dictator who just uses this good people by Manipulation and fear. 🤗
@Adolf Hitler of course you do Adolf... 😅 And to proof, that you're the Real one, talk to me in german please...
Ich bin Deutscher, also kannst du ruhig mit mir auf deutsch reden 🤣
@Adolf Hitler sucks to be you dude 😋😋☮️
@Adolf Hitler nein, danke. Da war ich schon. Kein schöner Ort.
Help your own country before trying to help others outside.
@Adolf Hitler 🤣
Being a marine and growing up in a military family and living and travelling all around the world i can honestly say that no matter the country, the ones who fight almost always have a deep connection despite the cultural and language barriers. I've met former Soviet, Russian, Ukrainian, PLA, Singaporean, Aussy, German, etc. All the people current or former military, have shown respect and almost a sort of comradery and connection.
I think this is great that they can just meet each other and talk without hesitation or sour feelings. They weren’t enemies, they were simply two human beings meeting each other and taking for the first time! I love it when we can tear down the walls of hatred and opposition and become friends with someone against whatever odds!
as an american i thank and deeply appreciate every soldier both today and yesterday, alive and lost. You are the foundation of freedom across the world. Thank you for your service to the American Dream.
Imagine some crazy Hacker who are Streaming this Interview in every tv of North Korea.
North Korean Officer: So that’s where my dog went
Lol imagine if NK had televisions lmao
@@Brosak. they do, it’s just mainly propaganda.
@@Brosak. they do,but they all are restricted to North Korean Propaganda
@@Brosak. i think youre required to listen to their propaganda. having a tv isnt optional.
I’m crying, I loved this so much
Haven't even finished, but thank you both, and the creators and orchestration and those behind it. Binding humanity together.
As a former US airman , thank you for teaching us all a lesson in humanity and friendship Haneul.
As an American I knew the brakes were going to be put on when the NK Soldier spoke about eating a puppy. I thought that was funny... I seen it comin! This is an overall great video and very interesting. Hopefully you two can have an everlasting friendship.
Koreans are so gracious and beautiful. North or South or American. Beautiful.
Very touching conversation between two awesome men. Please do a follow up video as there is so much to learn from them. I’m glad they met and can now be good friends going forward.
This right here, THIS is what the internet is for. Awesome.
When the next question was "what's the best food you had in the military?" I sware I laughed when I thought he would say "the dog" I'm booking my ticket to hell now XD
I think most of us had that same thought. Unfortunately his actual answer, kinda confirmed that.
Same here. 😆
Respect your military and veterans, the ones that keep your country safe and free for us to live comfortably.
Yeah, the whole eating a puppy thing got me at first because I am American but if you needed to eat then you do what you have to do. Just surviving the North Korean military is worth my admiration of you. I feel so awful that you had to endure that and happy that you escaped. The average American is not hateful towards anyone unless we feel threatened or our family or country is threatened. Honestly, it has only recently been brought to our attention the situation in North Korea and I have nothing but love, hope, peace and happiness to send to you and your people.💞