Arlington Full Honors Burial for Tarawa Marine 2nd Lt. George Stanley Bussa 10/10/2017
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- Apologies for the Camera clicking noise, was trying to take photographs along with this video at the same time.
Apologies for the Camera clicking noise, was trying to take photographs along with this video at the same time.
Jerilyn Ann Heise was only thirteen months old when her Marine father who was commissioned 2nd Lt George S. Bussa after receiving the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 15 January 1943, on Guadalcanal. After his platoon leader was evacuated for illness, Platoon Sergeant Bussa took command and personally led his platoon into action in the ravine west of Point Cruz and at all times fought bravely. Against heavy opposition the men under his leadership destroyed three enemy machine guns and other weapons. He accompanied the Company Commander and the Demolitions Officer into the enemy lines to locate targets. With the fire of his platoon he covered the demolition party while enemy positions were destroyed.
2nd Lt George S. Bussa was killed in the first day of the battle for Tarawa, November 20, 1942. His remains were determined to be unrecoverable but thru an NGO “History Flight” Bussa and a large number of other fallen Marines were recovered and are being return to their families.
This was especially meaningful to me because I was honored to be a part of the “History Flight” team who helped in his recovery.
My husband was a Marine VietNam veteran. He was buried at Arlington a few years ago. The Marines gave us support and consolation. This is definitely warranted and deserved rest on peace with your country's thanks.
As a Brit I'm in awe at the honour and respect shown to this marine being returned home after decades in foreign soil.
The whole official routine is geared to show the deep respect the US Marine Corps has for its dead. RIP
Yes, that Marine was returned with full honors. Tarawa was the first time President Rossevelte let the actual footage of young Marines dead in the surf be released by the press corp.
A lot of Americans got a real wake up call of the cost. What it looked like. I guess so we knew we had to end it anyway possible.
A true war in the the Pacific of marines that now knew no quarter. It was looking like no quarter would or asked for nor given. So when those Marines that had to wade 300 yards in almost neck deep water. The amtracks made it over the reef but the Higgins boats ran aground. They knew their buddies were pinned down at the seawall...so they grabbed there guns, held them high. then proceded into a storm of lead to help their buddies and brothers in arms. Roosevelt's son was on the first Marine Raider Battalion. Carlson's Raiders. He won the Silver star and awarded the Purple Heart. Says a lot for his father. All four of F.D.R.'s sons served with distinction. Good damn thing nothing too serious militarily happened with the previous president. Not the Present President's who's late son was awarded the Bronze Star for conspicuous bravery in combat. Some presidents kids can't pass a security clearance.
It can be summed up in two simple words that every U.S. Marine knows by heart. Semper Fidelis.
My son is a serving Australian defence force member and stands tall and proud to protect our country,just as all serving patriots.
You are a good man, sir. Please, don't change!! God bless you and yours!
Hell, I like you! I have a room ready in my house if you'd like to come to the U.S. to visit. Free of charge!
I watched this with the sound turned off because the clicking (camera shutter?) was very distracting and took away from the video. But what a beautiful service to honor a man who gave his life for his country, as well as to honor his family. God bless our fighting men and women, and thank you for everything you do.
My grandfather, Capt. Robert W. Johnson, 2nd Division, USMC, fought with this Marine on Betio. This video brought me to tears with pride. Semper fidelis.
Ive been there... i was a pallbearer for a friend and colleague who died during a training exercise. A bad ass navy seal...I will and for the rest of my years cry during these ceremonies .....this is so important for the family and for the particular service
As an Ex Australian Army Infantry Soldier, we have an Ode here in Australia to remember our fall every ANZAC day and it goes like this
"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them."
R.I.P 2nd Lt Bussa
Thank You For Your Service
my great uncle and my grandfather both fought on tarawa and iwo jima. GoBless those Marines who fell during those battles to secure our future. being a Marine myself it is something embedded in each of us who serve my beloved Corps. may you rest in peace knowing that your brothers have you home
My Dad served in WWII USN (Hardhat) UDT/Seabee on Okinawa... he always spoke very highly of the Marines he served with and for my Dad i thank our Marines in particular.
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A very touching ceremony. Welcome Home 2nd Lt Bussa. I wish our Country would take care of our veterans just as good as they have taken care of Lt. Bussa. They deserve that just as much.
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Respect from India. You've made the ultimate sacrifice which only a few chosen ones can make. Salute.
I don’t know how the military men and women that preform these ceremonies do it . God bless them for giving the families a beautiful final memory.
This is what make the USA a great nation, RESPECT. Respect to those that have given their lives for others to live in freedom.
true. trouble ist, the ones haven given their lives really don't care that much anymore. because they are dead.
Mike Wahnsinn no really you don’t say
This is what we haven t in Germany. I m living her since 1976 an I am looking ever over the Ocean. I can not find Reasons what for should I proud. By the way. I was born in the south of Poland. Near Katowice.
Mike Wahnsinn a
Well the way things are going now it may not be so great with the fools in DC pushing open borders, defunding the police and encouraging riots.
They take care of their own. My dad served in WW2 Pacific theater at age 17. The marines provided an honor guard for his funeral. I was very honored for that having served in the Army. I understand the ceremony. And respect Semper Fi.
Truly speechless how respectful well mannered and how much attention was payed to details. The LT received a very fine send off by his brothers the USA Marines who took great great care of him. Thanks for your service. Wish I knew you .
As a Russian, I express my respect to the American soldier who fell in the war, where we were allies and brothers in arms.
Thank you.
Do u still respect us lmao
This comment didn't age well
@@Gunslinger-kc4py Always
Very touching. Tarawa was a very bloody landing/battle for the fellows. I have served with several of the old guys who were there. My tenure was 1961 to 1966. Some of them described as they came ashore in the third and fourth waves, their feet never touched the sand because of the dead Marine bodies. Thank the Lord, it came out successful.
My Uncle fought at Tarawa. Conditions were terrible. Tide was too low. He was a 2Lt in Marines. Only one in his regiment or platoon to survive. Returned with what was called Shell Shock those days. Battle is described in the book 24 Hours, The Battle of Tarawa. He took up crocheting for therapy. Made his daughter's wedding dress. I pray this family finally has closure.
There's always a few ungrateful people out there. My Marine brother in-law fell in '68 but made it home, although not whole. People have a right to their opinion because of the sacrifices others made.
Thank you for your service marine :)
Semper Fi leatherneck! The ignorant will never understand the sacrifice us servicemen and women do for the freedoms others abuse and take so advantage of!
I disagree there somethings that you shouldn’t have the right to do
@Rick Ramirez. People have the right to disagree, but they do not have the right to desecrate a CZcams video showing a Fallen Marine being laid to rest. I am sorry for your family as a result of what happened to your brother. I served in the USAR 85-86 and the USMC 86-99. I would never trade my experiences for anything! Semper Fidelis!
@@malangdatupalo4648 It is nice for the respect and gratitude. But in the future please Capitalize the "M" in Marine. Thank you very much and God bless. 🙏
A beautiful tribute to a fallen Marine. I am happy for his family that he was brought home to them. My hat is off to him and all those fallen soldiers of whichever branch. He and they are deserving of our utmost respect. R.I.P. Sir.
Glad that we can still do this. Every combat veteran and POW/MIA should receive this great honor AND respect.
The US Army provided the honor guard for my stepfathers funeral. He was WWII Navy. It was an honor for me to be there. God, I loved that man.
Thank you to this family for sharing this most meaningful event with us. Thank you also to Lt. Bussa for your service and sacrifice. 🇺🇸✝
Hello Sarah
How are you doing? Hope you and your family are safe
Thank U to all for this show of respect... a South African
As a 34 year old grown man these videos still make me cry like a baby REST IN PEACE MARINE
My father fought in Korea, my grandfather fought in WW2, both Army, my brother fought in the first gulf war Marine Force Reconn. I don’t always agree with the government, but I will always respect and honor those who fought in battle. The military has my full respect always. No matter what.
Paul Bryant you are correct sir
I come from a very long line of veterans, one of whom is named on the Medal of Honor memorial wall along the canal in downtown Indianapolis. Dad was a radio operator during the Korean War, his flag and pictures of him in his Air Force uniform are proudly displayed in my china cabinet and some day they will go to my grandson.
Pam Fink funny you say that. When we laid my father to rest, the Army gave us two flags. One for my mom, and one for me. My mom had hers framed. I didn’t frame mine for years but now it is. My utmost respect to our warriors always. My respects to your dad.
I am from South Korea. Thank you for your family's service.
@@pamfink4052 I am from South Korea. Thank you for your family's service.
I remember my grandfathers funeral when I was 11 years old like that young man with his hands behind his back . he served in the navy for 28 years was a e-9 started as a airdale fixing them old fold up winged marine fighters . And went on up . But the honor he received even as a kid I will never forget the love and the perfection and honor given . My dad was in Vietnam and spit on off the plane home . Thank you to all military and families for you’re love and support for troops . This is America and no politician can change or should try to change those values . God bless and Rest In Peace bad ass .
I may not have not have known 2nd Lt. Bussa. But he gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country. So I want to say his a hero. Thank you for both your bravely and your service. You can rest in peace now sir. Semper Fi. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Helloo
How are you doing? Hope you and your family are safe
I have been in Arlington Cementery and makes me cry, the gratitud for our soldiers is priceless.
What a solemn, respectful service. Truly beautiful, other than the irritating clicking noise in the background which I desperately tried to tune out. God Bless you sir. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice so that I and my family may sleep and live in freedom.
This isn't a time for pictures, this is a time to honor a Marine who not only gave his life for his country but did so with outstanding honor, bravery, courage and valor! The Marines who served on Tarawa were among the bravest Marines to ever wear the Eagle, Globe and Anchor, their service honors us, their strength to help preserve our freedom here at home inspires us as Americans! 2nd Lt Bussa, sir thank you so much for not just your service to the USMC, but your sacrifice in the cause to preserve freedom, Rest In Peace Sir, Semper Fi!
Jake Kellogg. What better way to honor any Marine or war veteran than by recording his service for all time. Semper Fi.
I agree. Every singlee one of your videos you are always rapidly taking pictures. Show some respect! NO family needs to be shown, NONE AT ALL. Arlinton and Arling alone has this right and that is with the families consent. There is such a thing as showing what goes own if you are a family member, which there is NO way you have this many family members at Arlington. There is also such a thing called being a Jack ass. you sir have fallen to the second of the two. No funeral home does this and there is No way that Arlington would do this! In short GROW UP!
If I were to run across this I can't say I wouldn't try to get a picture of the horses
@@drewwise5966 sometimes, the family hires a photographer to capture the funeral. You have NO right to judge.
@@terraleesnow I agree. I am not judging. What I was saying was something like this should’ve not been posted. I know that Arlington takes pictures and video for the family. My statement was “No family needs to be shown at Arlington without the families consent” and I see none here. I will admit I came off harsh, but that’s all that was meant.
My respect to my fellow soldier. I was in other army in other country but tears are mutual....SALUTE
I just ran across this and am touched beyond words. My mother's brother was killed in the
Battle ForTarawa. He was reburied in Punchbowl Cemetery
When the graves were reburied
In the United States. Choice of
His family. So many do not now
The prices that are paid for us.
I am so deeply touched. Thanks!
To see this Cemetery with all the graves,brings home to us the price paid for Freedom. These men did not ask to die,they asked to serve,because they placed Freedom above all else. Others have lived,but these men gave their all. Let them be honoured always,and let there always be a place in our hearts of their memory. Rest in Peace,gallant Marines,your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
ALWAYS impressive. Never ceases to amaze me. The precision and deep respect done and shown at military funerals. All the United State's military branches have their own way of doing it. ALL of them are always VERY impressive.
My father was at Tarawa. I have a book on the battle, signed by Colonel (at the time).Shoup.
If your father is still here, please, thank him for his service!
Welcome home 2nd Lt Bussa. Thank you for your service. May God bless you & keep you. Semper Fi. Sir
A very moving tribute to a heroic young man. The soldiers all showed amazing teamwork and gave a wonderful display of syncronicity and respect.
A wonderful tribute to a hero,tears streamed down my face at the pride and respect shown.
Respect from Poland
Long live Poland! Semper FI!
I come from a Marine Corps family my parents served in WW 2 ,older brother husband and many of my peers. In the Vietnam conflict.
My first military funeral was for my cousin 60 years ago,hie was in the Navy his plane ran into the side of a mountain,I’m now 70 and I will never forget it.
Both my father and brother are buried at the National cemetery in my hometown,it’s a humbling and beautiful place,on this Memorial Day let us honor all those who have served and given their lives for our country and for those now serving....god bless America.
That was incredible to find this fallen Marine after all these years and return him to his family. Best wishes to the family, visit him often.
What an HONOR.... HOW MARINES TAKE CARE OF THIER OWN... SEMPERFI BROTHER'S
Beautiful and touching ceremony for a true hero in every sense of the word. I only hope that as we continue with efforts such as those that returned the earthly remains of Lt. Bussa, continued, and hopefully re-invigorated efforts are made to locate and repatriate those still missing in Southeast Asia and Korea. They were the forgotten generation of soldiers, and we owe them that at the very least.
I was a member of my last commands honor guard. I had the privilege of doing the occasional parade and standing watch for some of our fallen. While we were nothing in comparison to the sharpness and perfection people who did/do this in Arlington I still took this duty with all the reverence it deserved. I felt and still feel that I owed it to the families and the deceased to pay them this respect.
The most difficult part for me was the presenting of the flag. Looking into the eyes of the wife, mother or young child as you presented the flag was a duty I am proud to have done. Giving them a momentary rock to emotionally lean upon when they needed it.
It has been over 20 years ago and it seems like it was a blink of the eye.
As the daughter of a veteran, thank you.
50 years later and my Marine cousin and I (USN) still harass each other every chance we get, but in honesty I have the deepest respect for him and all Marines... and Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and National Guards men and women who've served our country.
It's like sibling rivalry. All the armed forces tease each others branch myself included(USARMY), but if a civilian(vets or prior service are excluded) does it to any branch then the gloves come off!
My father was a WW2 vet, my uncle was Korean war vet. Both got a Military burial. The preciseness and respect these guys do in touching and handling is second to none. Damn near perfection.
I am from South Korea. Thank you for your family's service.
Truly a hero....among so many, who were so young once, but answered the call to duty. Requiem en Pacem
I've attended one military funeral in my career. Seeing a video like this with the attention to detail gives me great courage to do what I was called to do
Welcome home 2nd lt Bussa 😢 AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN AND IN THE MORNING WE WILL REMEMBER THEM LEST WE FORGET!!! Thank you for your service From Australia 🇦🇺
Thank you to the person that uploaded this video and thank you for closing this long lost chapter for this family
Bless everyone who served and thank you for preserving our freedom!
God Bless Our United States Marine Corps! Honor and Dignity for Their / Our fallen. Cheers Marines! Semper Fidelis.
Being Dutch I would like to show my respect to this marine for offering the greatest.
Thank you sir for your service! God Bless RIP.
Even when no longer able to serve,this man is,and always will be, a Marine.
Salute the 35 Marines Mia from Tarawa, and their families , may God Bless you.
A men
Thank u for ur service
Just came across this video. A very long time ago, I served 21 years in the Marine Corps as an infantry officer with 3 years in combat. My first duty assignment as a 2nd Lt was as a platoon commander in Vietnam 1968-69. I served 2 more years in support of counterinsurgency operations in a foreign country.
I have always been especially proud that no US service leaves anyone behind unless it's under extreme circumstances such as ships being sunk pilots lost in unknown circumstances, and there are cases where Army and Marines dead cannot be recovered.
But the US has always committed resources to finding these remains, identifying them, and giving them the burial they deserve for sacrificing their lives for our country.
If a US service member's remains are found on a WW I battlefield and can be identified, he/she would get the same honors.
It's a tribute to no only the Greatest Generations, but to those who followed and made the sacrifices when our country didn't support them. I know. I returned from Vietnam to a hate-filled generation that called me a baby killer, who tried to spit on me, and were violent to me when wearing my uniform.
Even in the 1970's when I was assigned to Headquarters Marine Corp in Washington DC, President Carter directed us to wear civilian clothes (suits) to work to reduce the presence of the military.
Can you really comprehend that? We were not allowed to wear our uniform in Washington DC because it might upset some people. That was the low point in my career in the Marine Corps. I couldn't wear the Marine uniform in DC because it upset people.
Thank God things have changed. I envy those military coming home where people thank them for their service. I served in an era where I was despised for my service.
Thank God times have changed.
So relieved for his family that this long-lost soldier has come home. The ceremony reflects the respect due for his sacrifice.
Thank you, Patrick J. Hughes for a very fine quality video
Yes, but the shutter noise of a Camera nearby is horrible. Why doesnt use electronic shutter.
it breaks your heart.....so many lost loved ones.......
74 years waiting for closure.....glad we are bringing them home to a heroes welcome. Grateful to all those that choose to serve today, no more draft. Veteran and military momma myself.....
My uncle was a 19 year old Marine on Iwo Jima and turned 20 just before the Battle of Okinawa. He was my mother's only brother and served before the only son was exempt from serving in combat. He died in 2009 and had a Marine guard grave side ceremony.
Thank you from Australia we could not have did it on our own , I hope and pray you can now conquer the enemy within it will be your greatest fight for survival .
From the philippines, thank you for your service
The respect is outstanding brought a tear to this old Brits eye. Stand easy on the parade ground in the sky Brother
Thank you for your service. God bless the family.
I would like to thank 2nd Lt George S Bussa for his service during WWII and all the other service personal from which ever Country they came from who gave their lives so we can now live in Freedom and may they ALL continue to REST IN PEACE
WELCOME HOME AND SEMPER FI SIR!
Patrick Hughesl No need to apologize for the clicking. I understand why you would want photos as well as the video. You did an amazing job. This brought tears to a grown man's eyes. Thank you for helping bring 2nd Lt Bussa home. God bless.
That was so touching! Thank you for your service! My God welcome you into His kingdom sir! God Bless you and your family forever more.
May God honour the fallen 2nd Lieutenant of the United States Marines. Salute. 🙏
Welcome home hero. You're God's Marine now. Thank you for your service.
Stop!!!!! one second, how many of us can remember our battles from the past? Why did it take so long? and thank you for the video. This Memorial Day instead of eating hot dogs and drinking beer at some gathering. I will remember Lt. George S. Bussa, and learn as much as I can of his service, his family. I will keep Lt. Bussa alive through his service and give the upmost respects to his family. Thank you for the video @Patrick J. Hughes
Real rambo..😘Lots of love from india...god bless his falmiy....😭
Disliker, shame on you, a German Citizen , i have Tears in my eyes when i see This Celebration. Greatings from Germany to all brave Soldiers, who give her Lives for her Country.
1st battalion 7th marine hear . Rest in peace brother your home now.
I can guarantee that if anyone who disliked this video had to shoulder carry a casket one time, it would literally be the hardest thing they ever did in their miserable existence.
I had the honour during a ceremony on the USS Enterprise CVAN-65
Thank you for your service,
@@decilfuhrman2742 thank you for your service
Did I miss 3-gun salute or is that not done?
But it would the only achievement of their lives worthy of note.
This is a true American Hero. I am glad he was honored in this way. I am Very proud & move in watching this Marine burial. America's Best. Washington should take note!
God Bless him and his family. Thank you for his service to this country! I am a disabled Vet (Retired) and i hope to get some kind of funeral like this.
Welcome home, sir. Thank you for your brave service to our country!
Eternal Father, strong to save. Who's arm doth bind the restless wave. Who bids the mighty ocean deep it's own appointed limits keep. Oh hear us when we cry to thee, for those in peril on the sea, Amen From the Navy Hymn. May the Lord now allow this warrior to rest in peace, Amein & Amen Sgt (ret) Chaplain District 4 WA VFW
Amen and Semper Fi
AMEM
@@jamesdewey3259 Amem?
Thank You sir.
@@Bluesnipible Amein (AH Meen) Hebrew for Amen (So be it.)
Total honor. Choked up when they saluted the family.
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY IS A HUGE SPOT TO TAKE TOUR IT WOULD TAKE ME A VERY LONG TIME TO TOUR IT. THESE KINDS OF FUNERALS ARE VERY BEAUTIFUL TO WATCH AND LEARN FROM
Marines take care an HONOR THEIR OWN.....
SEMPER FI
Dio ti accolga nel Paradiso degli eroi , Marine.
My tears are streaming. Thank you from a grateful nation. Much respect, sir. You’re finally home.
Hello 👋
How are you doing? Hope you and your family are safe
Another of the Greatest Generation returns home. Thank you and God Bless.
Respect and Honor
Rest in Peace brave warrior
You will never be forgotten
Welcome home
Very moving. Exceedingly well done. I am a Nam vet. And am very honored to have worked w o th the marines in 68/68..
Another American hero has returned home. I am proud to be an American and watching this video fills me with pride. We lost a family member who was a marine because of a training mission in South Korea years ago. It was the most impressive funeral I had ever been involved in. May all our heroes serve with pride and always be remembered for their service to the greatest nation in the world.
A hero's story. Bravery in combat, not meerly being there, marks the hero.
It's easy to criticize and be rude. When one chooses to serve this country it's an unselfish act. These men and women answer the call and some pay the ultimate price. So others can have a right to criticize. May God bless all service men and women. May he keep our fallen brothers and sisters who have answered the call in his everlasting love. Fair winds and following seas. We have the watch now you are properly relieved Sir.
Thank you for giving all.
Thank you for your bravery strength. Welcome home R,I,P
Thank you for your service sir and to all of our fallen and still living veterans. May you Rest In Peace hero!
Always beside you Semper Fi brother
I am honored that you shared such an event. I pledge to be an American worth dying and accept no standards less. Thank you "History Flight," and God Bless America....
Semper Fi boys like to see the respect shown this man no man left behind
Every soldier, who served and gave his life for his country has the right to come home and rest in a grave the country he belongs to.
No Matter, what nation He/She belongs to...
It's an act of respecting the soldiers.
Rest in Peace, Marine!
Semper Fi !
May God rest his soul and comfort his family.
Como agradecer às pessoas q dão a vida por nós. Se sobrevive é soldado e se morre é um anjo. De um jeito ou outro continua nos defendendo. Toda minha admiração e respeito
Great video and blessings to the family of one that gave his all.
He is rightfully resting at home now from that blood soaked soil called Tarawa.
When person's that have served or are serving, no matter the branch, get together knowing each other or not, a small bond between them appears.
"You were in the ____-"? "Hey, I was in the ____.
Then the talk of experiences while serving begins.
In his day, this was one tough man. Thank God we have them, then and now.