The Ballad of the Green Berets

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  • čas přidán 28. 07. 2013
  • Video tribute to the song by Barry Sadler; the Ballad of the Green Beret
    Please also watch my video tribute to our Vietnam Veternas
    • Tribute to Vietnam Vet...
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  • @burningblue1254
    @burningblue1254 Před měsícem +7

    My father was the Chief Medical Officer for the Royal Australian Regiment in Viet Nam. He was from Bendigo, AU. He met my mother who was a Dutch nurse from Apeldoorn, NL. They met as she was was working at the orphanage in Vung Tau. He was visiting to see that the medical treatments were satisfactory. My father was visiting at FSPB, Fire Support Patrol Base Coral. There was a fierce engagement with the NVA. At the time there was a group of 6 Green Beret that were there to advise on NVA movements. When the NVA attacked, my father was near them and they swore to protect him. Two died when a RPG exploded, but the other 4 fought with all they had. My father survived with a little shrapnel in his leg. In no small measure to the fearless men of the Green Beret.

  • @skiperman3
    @skiperman3 Před 28 dny +9

    My brother Mark was a Green Berets air born
    He left us in 2006 but this songs remindes me of him RIP brother Mark HowellHe was a real bad ass !! Cancer 2006 took him from us ; ' )

  • @robertbevington-kj7yy
    @robertbevington-kj7yy Před 9 měsíci +16

    I would change one word in that tribute you don't win a Green Beret you earn it

  • @makemeLoLnow
    @makemeLoLnow Před rokem +90

    Every time I hear this song I got tears in my eyes,love all Americans soldiers 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

    • @redmona5267
      @redmona5267 Před rokem +7

      Nicht nur die Americans , es sind in den vielen Kriegen leider zu viele Menschen gestorben , Familien wurden aus gelöscht 😢 warum können wir nicht in Frieden neben einander leben ? Warum muß einer immer größer immer reicher wie der andere sein ? Warum können wir nicht in Frieden leben uns gegenseitig akzeptieren , ?

    • @tome4589
      @tome4589 Před 10 měsíci +2

      @@redmona5267 Die Frage sollte aktuell an Putin gestellt werden.

    • @natalienissen5854
      @natalienissen5854 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@redmona5267 frag ich mich auch

  • @vincentp.ricciardisr.5039
    @vincentp.ricciardisr.5039 Před 7 lety +2575

    The proudest day of my life was becoming a Green Beret. Nothing in world can ever shake me! I went in as a kid from the streets of Newark and Irvington NJ and came out a man who takes nothing but looks for no trouble, but if I am faced with it I will deal with it the best way I can. Trained as one of America’s Finest Fighting Machine I will always stand for the Honor of this Great country and fight for all our freedoms. God bless America

    • @snowbeard54
      @snowbeard54 Před 7 lety +101

      Thank you for your service, sir.

    • @danielgeorgeropotan809
      @danielgeorgeropotan809 Před 7 lety +48

      Vincent P. Ricciardi, Sr. respect from România

    • @jackfrost2288
      @jackfrost2288 Před 7 lety +82

      Thank you for your service. My son is USAF enlisted week after 911. He is now M/Sgt USAF. Bless you. I was ARMY 1966 thru 1969. God bless are President TRUMP. (p.s. He will make S/Sgt .) God bless America and President Trump)

    • @jackfrost2288
      @jackfrost2288 Před 7 lety +26

      I meant to say SMS. sorry. USAF terms.

    • @maverick1956hk
      @maverick1956hk Před 7 lety +50

      Thank you for your service Mr. Ricciardi. My youngest son, a corporal in the Marines and Expert Rifleman, is currently stationed in IRAQ. Your words above sound similar to his. I am proud and humbled to read from heros like you and my son. God bless you and God bless America!

  • @desmabozikiskowalczyk7329
    @desmabozikiskowalczyk7329 Před 7 lety +905

    my brother SSGT RONALD H BOZIKIS WAS A GREEN BERET WHO DIED IN LAOS OCTOBER 25 ,1969. WAS SO PROUD OF HIM MISS HIM SO MUCH

    • @greythoughts2408
      @greythoughts2408 Před 6 lety +17

      Desma Bozikis KOWALCZYK God bless he and you, I’m very proud of him as well.

    • @federicoamati9184
      @federicoamati9184 Před 6 lety +21

      Respect and R.I.P.

    • @barbaraluker6504
      @barbaraluker6504 Před 5 lety +19

      Desma Bozikis KOWALCZYK tonight I will pray for you and your family in memory of your brother and his ultimate sacrifice. Gods blessings on you.

    • @lainefrajberg813
      @lainefrajberg813 Před 5 lety +12

      A brave man worthy of the utmost respect and admiration.And may you,Desma,be spared further grief and suffering.

    • @garyfaison3116
      @garyfaison3116 Před 5 lety +19

      I know it's been a long time since you lost your Brother,but I just wanted to say to you and his family how much I as an American and a free man I appreciate his sacrifice he and men like him are the heart and soul of this Great Nation once again thank you and God Bless.

  • @patsmith5947
    @patsmith5947 Před 3 lety +9

    My dad volunteered for the Navy at the age of 17, in 1942 with his widowed mother’s permission. He fought in the South Pacific during WWII and was at the Battle of Midway. He was a radioman, a skill he maintained his whole life and had a ham radio license. He died in 2017 at the age of 93, I miss him very much. He loved his country and his family. God bless all veterans, thank you for your sacrifices.

  • @bestpossibleworld2091
    @bestpossibleworld2091 Před 3 lety +353

    In my opinion, this captures the real spirit of all the Viet Nam vets that served our country. They never lost a battle. They deserve our greatest respect.

    • @leonardnordenstrom6239
      @leonardnordenstrom6239 Před rokem +6

      absolute respect sir, to the viet nam wars, and koreans.

    • @josephstevens9888
      @josephstevens9888 Před rokem +2

      You damn bet they do!

    • @russvoight1167
      @russvoight1167 Před rokem +4

      Along with the B-52 alert crews during the Cold War

    • @Snuffy03
      @Snuffy03 Před rokem +5

      I happened upon this video for the first time. Loved your comment. As one of those vets I appreciate it. I was USMC. Co. I, 3/9,3rd MarDiv. But I had a couple of friends who were Green Berets. And you are correct. We never lost in the field. The war was given away by A-hole politicians. thanks for the compliment.

    • @teedee9903
      @teedee9903 Před rokem +2

      @@russvoight1167 , not quite the same as a combat solder . Sorry, I was also in the AF from 66-70 and served in SEA but never in danger

  • @666madmonk
    @666madmonk Před 5 lety +224

    My uncle survived as a door gunner in '68-70. Not green beret, but did his duty, and hail to all who did so! ❤

  • @MrRon72718
    @MrRon72718 Před 6 lety +124

    this music is what is missing from our culture today

  • @Txnative7
    @Txnative7 Před měsícem +5

    My dad gave 32 years of service to this country. Multiple tours to Korea, and Vietnam. Then, like so many, lost him to Agent Orange.

  • @filiperocha4466
    @filiperocha4466 Před rokem +33

    Effort, Honor and Glory to my Comrades Green Berets! Greetings from this Sergeant Chief of Portuguese Army Cavalry 🥇

  • @dennishebler6325
    @dennishebler6325 Před 5 lety +130

    Served a tour with the 6th Special Forces Group at Ft Bragg, 3 tours with the 5th Special Forces Group in Vietnam, 2 tours with the 10th Special Forces Group at Ft Devens and 1 4year tour with the highly classified "Detachment "A" Berlin Brigade in Eastern Europe. 75 years old now and if I could I would do it all over again if I could serve with same guys I did in combat so many years ago. De Oppresso Liber.

    • @eugenebaugus523
      @eugenebaugus523 Před 3 lety +5

      My brother Claude Baugus, was 101 airborne division in Vietnam for 6 years was also on Hamburger Hill, then to day he will not talk about it

    • @paulyeager1691
      @paulyeager1691 Před 3 lety +4

      Bless you Brother.

    • @catherinedumas9273
      @catherinedumas9273 Před 3 lety +2

      I dated a couple of 5th Special Forces soldiers when I lived near Ft. Devens., i had great respect for the job they did. I also developed a good bs meter for knowing when I met some stolen valor guy, there’s a lot of those around.

    • @vyasadawn3789
      @vyasadawn3789 Před 3 lety +1

      @@catherinedumas9273 5th? Devens? 10th? I was at 10th Special Forces, Devens. ;-)

    • @donnaviestenz7773
      @donnaviestenz7773 Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you!!!

  • @peterasterino9893
    @peterasterino9893 Před 5 lety +421

    As a non combat Marine veteran (I`m 83), I salute these men, glad as hell they are on my side. God speed. Pete Asterino, N Syracuse NY.

    • @gamerstudio7569
      @gamerstudio7569 Před 3 lety +2

      Bellísimo

    • @lubodiakov188
      @lubodiakov188 Před 3 lety +4

      Thank you Sir. Mr. Posterino. sorry, you dinna specify your rank, Sir? Thank you sir.

    • @WBMSS
      @WBMSS Před 3 lety +3

      Rah, Big Brother!

    • @josephweaver5385
      @josephweaver5385 Před 3 lety +5

      You are still a Marine....without you.....there would have been combat somewhere!

    • @rosebrown9265
      @rosebrown9265 Před 3 lety +4

      @@josephweaver5385 god bless you

  • @julianneremley4430
    @julianneremley4430 Před 3 lety +30

    My uncle ray was a green beret and a vietnam veteran god bless them all.

  • @olgamozera619
    @olgamozera619 Před rokem +22

    I am crying... GOD bless all of YOU ! Thanks !!!

  • @maryleslie3382
    @maryleslie3382 Před rokem +9

    I heard this song when I was a child and I still love it from South Africa

  • @lanachumley7183
    @lanachumley7183 Před 3 lety +88

    My husband wasn't a Green Beret, but he served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970... thank you all who served.

  • @garyluck8502
    @garyluck8502 Před 2 lety +36

    This song makes me proud to have been in the service and to have served in Vietnam please remember the ones that didn’t come home thank you

  • @mickeyking8138
    @mickeyking8138 Před 6 lety +522

    This is for the four Green Berets who were killed in Africa a couple weeks ago. You will not be forgotten. God Bless the USA

    • @usermikes
      @usermikes Před 5 lety +18

      People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men & women stand ready to fight on their behalf

    • @130dew
      @130dew Před 5 lety +2

      Like Donald Von Clownstick Trump has!

    • @arapahosundancer
      @arapahosundancer Před 5 lety +5

      trump would have been there with them but he has bone spurs.

    • @theiceman9247
      @theiceman9247 Před 4 lety +10

      @@arapahosundancer I shudder to think anyone would mention the green baret and Donald Trump in the same bracket it's not only dishonor but also disrespectful

    • @arapahosundancer
      @arapahosundancer Před 4 lety +6

      @@theiceman9247 My uncle, now deceased was a green beret and did 2 combat tours in Vietnam. He came home a war hero and served our Northern Arapaho Nation as a Tribal Councilman for over 40 years. Your right Trump's name should not be mentioned in any conversation about the green berets. Trump doesn't have what it takes to be one.

  • @calebcustombricks2631
    @calebcustombricks2631 Před 3 lety +15

    my grandfather was a green beret. glad to find this video.

  • @marlenegregory5853
    @marlenegregory5853 Před měsícem +2

    All our soldiers who have gone to war have given their all to make us free! I salute everyone of them! God bless them all!

  • @arlenealdridge9975
    @arlenealdridge9975 Před 28 dny +2

    God bless them ! Even my grandson who is 7 respects Those who serve our country, His favorite song is red white and blue.! His grandpa served in Korea.
    And he also knows his great grandpa was in World war II. And he knows that his great grandma got a letter about her son.
    Who didn't come home. But, the good news was Great grandpa survived and came home. What a blessing.

  • @bertcandela9250
    @bertcandela9250 Před 5 lety +119

    To my hero Master Sergeant Roy Benavidez, Rest in Peace. If God almighty ever decided to unleash you on Satan and his demons, there would certainly be hell to pay.

    • @homlehomer8205
      @homlehomer8205 Před 3 lety +5

      Amen bro TMM will be there

    • @slundgr
      @slundgr Před 3 lety +9

      Master Sergeant was a great American patriot and hero. More should know his story. He and Audie Murphy are my all-time heroes.

  • @norbertkaussen1516
    @norbertkaussen1516 Před 6 lety +11

    The warriors suffer in silence, travelers between two worlds, rejected by some , praised by others, but eternally confused as to whether they'd seen the faces of angels, or awakened from a dream.

  • @user-gt2lh2ec9e
    @user-gt2lh2ec9e Před 2 měsíci +2

    WOW, WHAT A GREAT GROUP OF SOLDERS! Thanks for service. John P.

  • @janiefox3458
    @janiefox3458 Před 3 lety +14

    10 years adgo today I lost my airborne soldier a proud member of the 173d Airborne (The Herd) I stumbled across this tonight and remember him singing this song many times.

    • @kevincook2591
      @kevincook2591 Před 3 lety +1

      Total respect from a Brit

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety

      Families at home sacrifice too. I am sorry for your loss. Thank you for doing your part supporting your airborne soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our freedom.

  • @bethlower8793
    @bethlower8793 Před rokem +4

    Born 1960, grew up in Vietnam era; I believe this is the first song I memorized, my Uncle J served 2 tours in Vietnam, came back safe but PTSD. I planned a military career, Rt knee kept me out.
    I love all the military, respect and admire them. We are free.
    I love Vietnam Vets. Thank you all military Vets from every branch. God Bless America!

    • @drakehonest2
      @drakehonest2 Před 11 měsíci

      Hello how are you doing today..?

  • @deborahbishop3300
    @deborahbishop3300 Před rokem +72

    THIS SONG GETS ME EVERY TIME ! I LEARNED THIS SONG IN THE LATE 60’S WHEN I WAS IN THE 6TH GRADE . MY TEACHER WAS THE CHOIR TEACHER AND SHE TAUGHT US THIS SONG TO SING AT THE ASSEMBLY FOR THE PARENTS . THATS WHEN SCHOOLS WERE TEACHING CHILDREN GOOD THINGS ! SO TO THIS DAY WHENEVER I HEAR THIS SONG ITGETS ME EVERY TIME . WITH MUCH RESPECT 😔

    • @hcf1956
      @hcf1956 Před rokem

      And now “the so call teachers” indoctrinate our children to spit on and disparage United States of America . 🇺🇸 And our Founding Fathers.

    • @wiesawdobrzynski8059
      @wiesawdobrzynski8059 Před rokem

      To my

    • @deborahbishop3300
      @deborahbishop3300 Před rokem

      @@wiesawdobrzynski8059 WHAT ???

  • @drjwthomas
    @drjwthomas Před 2 lety +12

    I once served with the army during the Vietnam conflict. During this struggle for our freedom today I hope that you guys the Green berets will stand up for the American people and fight for our Liberty. Because America need the Green berets may God bless you all America is proud of our best. 🙏

  • @salvadorparejo
    @salvadorparejo Před měsícem +2

    Thanks for including a photo of the Spanish Green Berets.

  • @fogologo100
    @fogologo100 Před 5 lety +14

    Men who mean just what they say. Amen.

  • @rhondaboncutter5812
    @rhondaboncutter5812 Před 5 lety +43

    I know what life does to these men and their families! I was married at 16 to a boy who went to Vietnam, came home a man, and so changed! War does that to those people forced to go fight! God Bless all our soldiers!

  • @sapilgrim2299
    @sapilgrim2299 Před rokem +5

    I was a Hospital Corpsman in 67 -69. The Green Beret Airborne Medics trained in Ft Sam Houston where I was stationed. I'm pretty sure some of the men I hung out with on base didn't come back and they were all good guy. Some were probably not as old as I was (and I was only 19 when I went in the Army). Too young to see the type of combat they were sent to the middle of. I saw men almost fresh from the battlefield (a day or so after) that I was sure wouldn't make it but they did and they all wanted to go back again. I prayed every single night and day and still think of those who didn't come home at all - the POWs, etc etc.

  • @Debaucherousgeek
    @Debaucherousgeek Před 3 lety +5

    30 years USMC (Ret). But this song is POWERFUL!! Respect!!

  • @howardcruzzz6705
    @howardcruzzz6705 Před 7 lety +487

    I am Latino and fight for my country United State of America
    God bless our families

    • @edwinrivera407
      @edwinrivera407 Před 7 lety +18

      HoWarD CruZzz thank so much. My brother uncle grandfather and great grandfather served for the United States military. HispanicPower AmericanaPower BrotherHood🇺🇸🇺🇸🇨🇺🇵🇷💪🏼

    • @mrplormby953
      @mrplormby953 Před 7 lety +16

      thank you for your service sir

    • @robertlowe9507
      @robertlowe9507 Před 7 lety +2

      HoWarD CruZzz ii

    • @yourfabuloushappymann5154
      @yourfabuloushappymann5154 Před 6 lety +8

      HoWarD CruZzz Latinos have a glorious record of service to our country...

    • @fourtrees44
      @fourtrees44 Před 6 lety +1

      Thank you for your service

  • @tinybun8882
    @tinybun8882 Před 6 lety +187

    my dad wasnt a green beret but he was a fighter in the gulf war im thank full of his service

    • @bonesrt66
      @bonesrt66 Před 5 lety +8

      Those of us old Vets who served are very proud of your Dad and his Comrades. Brothers All!

    • @toddandangelbrowning2920
      @toddandangelbrowning2920 Před 3 lety +5

      Makes no difference my friend. I am a non combat vet, but we were ready I assure you if the Cold War ever turned hot.

    • @vincentp.ricciardisr.5039
      @vincentp.ricciardisr.5039 Před 3 lety +5

      Todd Browning Father was a brave man fighting an unconventional war. Grateful to have him serve our country

    • @vincentp.ricciardisr.5039
      @vincentp.ricciardisr.5039 Před 3 lety +3

      @ Be proud of your Father he is a Real Man and a American Fighting Machine

    • @georgecidade6481
      @georgecidade6481 Před 3 lety +1

      So are we!!

  • @Elsorkora
    @Elsorkora Před 3 lety +113

    They are some of the world's best military force. God Watch Over All Of Them, where ever they are currently serving.

    • @robertobernardi1065
      @robertobernardi1065 Před 3 lety +1

      Por favor poderia me ajudar a tradução sou um ex militar do exército brasileiro

    • @eddupuis6928
      @eddupuis6928 Před 2 lety

      Agree

    • @DrSharonFair
      @DrSharonFair Před rokem

      My brother Michael was a Green Beret. In 1983, Michael was tragically killed in Morocco while serving our country to train and assist the Moroccan military to eradicate middle eastern terrorist groups. According to some sources, these middle eastern groups are linked to the terrorists responsible for the 911 attack.
      Currently, I advocate against transgenderism - for men who say they are women, who are going into women's restrooms, locker rooms, and even rape crisis centers - not to mention stealing their sports trophies and scholarships. I advocate to save the innocent girls, who are being brainwashed into thinking they are boys, and take puberty blockers and testosterone and even have a bilateral mastectomy as young as 14-years-old.
      If my brother were alive today, he would be standing and speaking out with me. But, he's not here because he died for our freedom, including our first amendment right to free speech. Please consider speaking out with me - against the idea that a man can be a woman, a girl can be a boy. (I speak out monthly in St Augustine, Florida and will be in NYC May 13 - day before Mother's Day.)
      I need men (and women) to stand with me. This is NOT a feminist issue. This is a HUMAN issue - and we sane people who know the difference between a man and woman need to speak up and stop all this nonsense. Thank you!

  • @donaldgoodnight7853
    @donaldgoodnight7853 Před 2 lety +1

    Love you pals. We will transport you anywhere. USAF here. All of us will get you there. We are all, a force as one America. We have your back. It takes all of us. Never forget that. We are all. The most professional. In the world. There is no doubt. The most dangerous aoldiers, on the planet.

  • @williamhupp8739
    @williamhupp8739 Před 6 lety +232

    I served and lost friends in Vietnam. These songs bring back memories. Tears at times. Thanks for having these songs where people can remember those who gave their lives that we may live

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you for your service.

    • @rosehathaway3490
      @rosehathaway3490 Před 2 lety +3

      My husband and I lost a good friend who was a green beret he was proud to serve his country and we were proud and honored to be his friends

    • @eddupuis6928
      @eddupuis6928 Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you

    • @enclavecommsofficer
      @enclavecommsofficer Před 2 lety +1

      My grandfather built bombs for the Air Force during Nam. He had some friends who later died because of exposure to Agent Orange.

    • @carmenfischer7947
      @carmenfischer7947 Před 2 lety +3

      Yes Sir that is true I lost my dad in Vietnam and later many friends in warzone and never will forget what they have done and still do for us all they deserve much more respect from everyone
      God bless America and his heroes

  • @cayugafeather7772
    @cayugafeather7772 Před 5 lety +5

    In memory of all of America's heroes and especially for Master Sgt. Roy Benavidez!

  • @mariamanuelalavinas2418
    @mariamanuelalavinas2418 Před 6 měsíci +8

    Too beautiful .. grabs the heart... makes one emotional...actually makes one to think

  • @jbdavies60
    @jbdavies60 Před rokem +47

    This song brings me to tears everytime I hear it. Many THANKS TO ALL WHOM SERVED THIS GREAT NATION! VERY PROUD OF EACH OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

  • @ritajones8378
    @ritajones8378 Před rokem +7

    Thank you all for your service. God bless America..

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 Před 7 měsíci

      Hey how are you doing?😊

  • @ellegirl7857
    @ellegirl7857 Před 6 lety +321

    This song always makes me cry, but I still love it. This is what I heard when my husband went to Vietnam, he came back safe, but still suffers. Now our son is in the riverines, navy, our daughter is Air Force. We are so proud of all our soldiers, but I would like to say thank you to all the wife's, fathers mothers and dads, who wait at home and pray they don't get that knock on the door. Or listen to some smart ass, setting at Starbucks,who has no idea about honor or sacrifice, they just believe because they showed up they should get a trophy. God bless you! I proud of our soldiers and their families, we love you all.

    • @LawrenceEsq
      @LawrenceEsq Před 6 lety +11

      Bless you, your husband and your children. My grandson is graduating from Naval Boot Camp next week. I am so proud of him

    • @davidernspiker209
      @davidernspiker209 Před 6 lety +7

      Norma Trimble good talk

    • @ihategigglegigglesucks3081
      @ihategigglegigglesucks3081 Před 5 lety +11

      I remember in 1970 or early 71, the Principal came to one of my classes and took out one of my classmates, her mother had just had a couple of visitors, an Army Chaplin and a another soldier. Her Dad was killed a few days short of his return.

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety +8

      The sacrifice is also that of the family supporting our military women and men. I thank you for your service supporting your loved ones who give us all our freedom. We all owe your husband, daughter and son a very special gratitude.

    • @eddupuis6928
      @eddupuis6928 Před 2 lety +7

      Amen

  • @ronaldgermaine7454
    @ronaldgermaine7454 Před 6 lety +30

    I enlisted in the US Army in 1969. Right out of college. Never had a regret. God bless. Ron

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety

      Thank you for your service and the freedom that I enjoy.

  • @lanslay7342
    @lanslay7342 Před 3 lety +5

    Absolutely beautiful and very beautifully done!!❤️👍🌹✝️👍👏❤️💕🛐🇺🇸💗🔯🕎🌄🇱🇷

  • @pinterest9302
    @pinterest9302 Před rokem +2

    Many thanks ,a thousand thanks to those great soldiers who defend the nations and the freedom .

  • @pereirac.4199
    @pereirac.4199 Před 5 lety +4

    I'm a Green Beret from Portugal. God Bless all the soldiers friends.

  • @louiefernandez6419
    @louiefernandez6419 Před 5 lety +286

    With pride and honor, I salute the officers and men of the Green Berets!!!!

  • @philholloway4424
    @philholloway4424 Před 4 lety +6

    Ex Navy here... But have utmost respect for Army Special Forces!!!! Oohrah!!!

  • @rayraudebaugh5395
    @rayraudebaugh5395 Před rokem +4

    Lot of memories here. I was in Charlie Company, 5th Group '71-'74. We had to sing this every day in our first phase training. I still remember all the words.

  • @joselitomiraveles6945
    @joselitomiraveles6945 Před 5 lety +7

    For god and country! I salute all the veterans ! God bless you all!

  • @patraobrya
    @patraobrya Před 8 lety +12

    the first photo of this video,is from hellenic special forces at national parade of 'OXI'. I'm proud was member of them! 3500 years hellenic army!!

  • @jmrodas9
    @jmrodas9 Před rokem +28

    I've always liked this song since I first heard it. It describes very well those brave men in American Special Forces.

  • @redroster1973
    @redroster1973 Před 10 lety +21

    SSg Daniel T. Lee, 3rd Special Forces Group, KIA 15 January 2014. God speed Danny.

  • @anthonymccallister1678
    @anthonymccallister1678 Před 5 lety +8

    I just recently lost my uncle that was a proud Green Beret I will always love you and I will miss you rest in peace Uncle Jimmy

  • @victorshapona3909
    @victorshapona3909 Před rokem +1

    RIP my friend and brother SSGT Ronald E. Harris...never forgotten!

  • @B_Sandman
    @B_Sandman Před rokem +5

    So i never could serve in any branch of service due to spinal injuries sustained in a car accident when i was only 13. However, I am a lifelong military nerd, and this is one of those go-to songs that get stuck in my head from time to time. I love immersing myself in the special operations culture!

  • @rosiemama1960
    @rosiemama1960 Před 6 lety +22

    My Uncle was a Green Beret. Saw the Green Beret Movie today. For the first time in a number of years. Just had to look up the song and give it a listen. And pay Homage to all that have made it possible for us to live free.

  • @johnhatt1219
    @johnhatt1219 Před 6 lety +121

    I never served but u all that have served have my respect

    • @davidnicholson746
      @davidnicholson746 Před 5 lety

      They are good but they are not as good as the British S.A.S

    • @kimpierro3194
      @kimpierro3194 Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for your service.

    • @764144344
      @764144344 Před 3 lety

      And you have mine John.

    • @johnhatt1219
      @johnhatt1219 Před 3 lety +1

      @@764144344 like I said i never served in the military thnk u for respect just a truck driver

    • @764144344
      @764144344 Před 3 lety

      @@johnhatt1219 Truck drivers are the backbone of America. Away from their families for long periods of time. Hassling with traffic, dealing with bosses and schedules. Lousy restaurants, long waits at weigh stations and depots.
      You guys deserve our thanks and respect a lot too John. I always give a trucker room when I'm on the roads. Merry Christmas John and Thank you!

  • @sheilabatey7933
    @sheilabatey7933 Před 3 lety +64

    I get the goose bumps whenever I hear this song, god bless them all.

  • @trevanji
    @trevanji Před 6 lety +318

    As I sit here and listen intently, I am tearing up and I am not American. I can only imagine how much it means to you. Beautiful song!

    • @alexocampo6243
      @alexocampo6243 Před 2 lety +9

      I'm from Argentina, 73 years old, and every time that I ear that song I cry !! since young always I had have a big respect for the Green Berets !!!

    • @trevanji
      @trevanji Před 2 lety +1

      @@alexocampo6243 It is a 'borders down' composition, I guess. Will there ever be a complete, successful resolution to avoid conflict?

    • @earlkielley6480
      @earlkielley6480 Před 2 lety +6

      Your tears are appreciated.

    • @trevanji
      @trevanji Před 2 lety +2

      No, there will only be another conflict and another. Beyond belief really. Everyday I cherish my age (64) because so many do not reach here.

    • @trevanji
      @trevanji Před 2 lety +1

      @@earlkielley6480 I'm presently watching on Netflix: The Water Diviner. It's obviously Australian but about Gallipoli - also very sad.

  • @sagebrushwyoming7911
    @sagebrushwyoming7911 Před 8 lety +92

    I knew one man who was a green beret. He grew up friends with my older brother and did things to me that scared me to death, like hang me over the local bridge holding me by only my belt. Some other things to tell but won't bother. As a young kid, I thought he hated me and I thought he was crazy. Then he left for the military and I didn't see him again until he came back from Vietnam after serving two tours. The change in him was incredible and he treated me like I was his long lost best friend. Some years went by and he died on a graveled road rollover 3 miles from where he grew up. Since that happened, I have become friends with his sister and her stories about him could fill a book. RIP Jerry, I think of you often.

  • @Bella-zq6nb
    @Bella-zq6nb Před 2 lety +14

    My partner passed but when I hear this song it's like he's singing along. He served in the forces and was so proud. 😘

  • @arlenealdridge9975
    @arlenealdridge9975 Před měsícem +1

    God bless those who serve our Country! They deserve to be recognized! I'm the daughter of a soldier who served in WW2 in The Battle of the Bulge. And also the wife of a Soldier.
    He didn't go to Viet Nam, but some of his buddies did. And some didn't come home.

  • @kathycaffey2235
    @kathycaffey2235 Před 5 lety +32

    Heavenly Father, Thank you for these men. Thank you Green Beret for your sacrifice and service. Bless each of you Warriors.

  • @timmcneill5617
    @timmcneill5617 Před 6 lety +125

    Even though this song pertains to a specific group of soldiers, the story it tells can be appreciated by all soldiers, whether Army, Navy or Air Force.
    Each one of them does their duty admirably to give us plain folk the freedom we so easily take for granted.
    To all the men and women who put their lives at risk, past and present, I give you a hearty thank you.

    • @jeffrains9569
      @jeffrains9569 Před rokem

      what, no Marines? Just kidding! I was a merchant marine sailor, we had officers but we could salute them 1 finger at a time, plus we got paid way better then military folks.

    • @DrSharonFair
      @DrSharonFair Před rokem

      My brother Michael was a Green Beret. In 1983, Michael was tragically killed in Morocco while serving our country to train and assist the Moroccan military to eradicate middle eastern terrorist groups. According to some sources, these middle eastern groups are linked to the terrorists responsible for the 911 attack.
      Currently, I advocate against transgenderism - for men who say they are women, who are going into women's restrooms, locker rooms, and even rape crisis centers - not to mention stealing their sports trophies and scholarships. I advocate to save the innocent girls, who are being brainwashed into thinking they are boys, and take puberty blockers and testosterone and even have a bilateral mastectomy as young as 14-years-old.
      If my brother were alive today, he would be standing and speaking out with me. But, he's not here because he died for our freedom, including our first amendment right to free speech. Please consider speaking out with me - against the idea that a man can be a woman, a girl can be a boy. (I speak out monthly in St Augustine, Florida and will be in NYC May 13 - day before Mother's Day.)
      I need men (and women) to stand with me. This is NOT a feminist issue. This is a HUMAN issue - and we sane people who know the difference between a man and woman need to speak up and stop all this nonsense. Thank you!

  • @rjabja
    @rjabja Před 3 lety +10

    I remember the day a classmate brought in a 45 and said he was related to the man who wrote this song. ( His mother’s brother in law) The teacher played it for the class. I was in the 4th grade at the time and that is one childhood memory I will never forget.

  • @dannymeintrup3300
    @dannymeintrup3300 Před rokem +11

    Thanks to you and your brothers my 2 girls can sleep safe in theirs beds tonight, no words describe how grateful we are for you and your brothers, thank you for your service

  • @Scoutsmommy1
    @Scoutsmommy1 Před 6 lety +14

    My husband was in 1st and 5th group. So proud of him.

  • @wallywadd
    @wallywadd Před 5 lety +25

    I remember in elementary school we said the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the U.S.A. then heard songs like this.
    But junior and high schools they did not.
    Maybe they should have.
    Westminster California class​ of 1982

  • @Kserkses13
    @Kserkses13 Před 3 lety +12

    Eternal tribute to Green Berets!!!

  • @jennyfarrell8360
    @jennyfarrell8360 Před 2 lety +13

    I love this song. I play it over and over, the lyrics are special

  • @annarmstrong2183
    @annarmstrong2183 Před 5 lety +158

    I'm dating a 77 year old Green Beret, Vietnam era. The horror stories he tell me, 82nd Airborne Special Forces. So proud of him.

    • @Yamdarnocnivek
      @Yamdarnocnivek Před 5 lety +6

      82nd Airborne and SF are two different units. unless you mean he was 82nd and then switched over to SF

    • @DSWPred
      @DSWPred Před 4 lety +5

      there’s no 82nd airborne Special Forces

    • @EYE_GOTCHA
      @EYE_GOTCHA Před 4 lety +3

      DSW Pred
      I hope that he’s not lying and that she just got the facts wrong. 😬

    • @DSWPred
      @DSWPred Před 4 lety +2

      Sounds like stolen valor

    • @almohvn33
      @almohvn33 Před 3 lety +5

      AINT NOTHING BETTER!
      Married to a Green Beret (Vietnam, HALO, SCUBA, and.. or course, JUMPMASTER!).. I have chills just saying that. He CHOOSE me... a dumb, wet behind the ears, 2LT when I met him as a SGM in Grenada, 1985.

  • @flashy2252
    @flashy2252 Před 6 lety +5

    This is really the army people who have died we appreciate your service for saving us from world war three

  • @janetcampbell5678
    @janetcampbell5678 Před rokem +5

    I love this song!!!

  • @berndbanach2920
    @berndbanach2920 Před 2 lety +3

    Danke für Euren Dienst für die Freiheit.

  • @cornwallshelton3693
    @cornwallshelton3693 Před 5 lety +18

    Never forget their sacrifice, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

  • @sgtd4260
    @sgtd4260 Před 6 lety +45

    Hearing this song , is like the National Anthem.... It ALWAYS brings a tear to my eyes.....

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety +1

      Me too. Tear to my eyes and pride in my heart.

    • @Leon-gr2oo
      @Leon-gr2oo Před 2 lety

      100 Mann und ein Befehl

    • @2olvets443
      @2olvets443 Před rokem

      This just make me feel honor and pride, what gets to me is Taps.

    • @kittymenzie643
      @kittymenzie643 Před rokem

      Brings tears to my eyes, God bless our military, they have sacrificed so much for our freedom 😍

  • @956884266
    @956884266 Před 3 lety +45

    I'm a proud Vet, brothers in arms fighting to the death for Americas freedom! For Gods Sake don't let this be taken away!!!

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety

      Thank you for your service and for the freedom I otherwise wouldn't be able to enjoy.

    • @munsters2
      @munsters2 Před 2 lety +2

      It's time for all true Americans to stand up for our freedoms which are currently at risk of being lost.

    • @DrSharonFair
      @DrSharonFair Před rokem

      My brother Michael was a Green Beret. In 1983, Michael was tragically killed in Morocco while serving our country to train and assist the Moroccan military to eradicate middle eastern terrorist groups. According to some sources, these middle eastern groups are linked to the terrorists responsible for the 911 attack.
      Currently, I advocate against transgenderism - for men who say they are women, who are going into women's restrooms, locker rooms, and even rape crisis centers - not to mention stealing their sports trophies and scholarships. I advocate to save the innocent girls, who are being brainwashed into thinking they are boys, and take puberty blockers and testosterone and even have a bilateral mastectomy as young as 14-years-old.
      If my brother were alive today, he would be standing and speaking out with me. But, he's not here because he died for our freedom, including our first amendment right to free speech. Please consider speaking out with me - against the idea that a man can be a woman, a girl can be a boy. (I speak out monthly in St Augustine, Florida and will be in NYC May 13 - day before Mother's Day.)
      I need men (and women) to stand with me. This is NOT a feminist issue. This is a HUMAN issue - and we sane people who know the difference between a man and woman need to speak up and stop all this nonsense. Thank you!

  • @mikejohn0088
    @mikejohn0088 Před 3 lety +21

    I was in the Army Reserves and in 1971 I served the two weeks of training at Ft. Devens, MA. Ft. Devens was the first stop for the Green Berets returning from Viet Nam. In the mess hall one day a group of Berets entered and all at my table (reserves) stood up and saluted them (the were not officers but we did not care). They were so young and I confess I was in awe of them. That night we were at a local bar and several of them were also there. I approached them and showed my respect and told them I actually felt guilty being in the reserves while they were on the front lines. Their response was "you are in the service and if and when you are called you will do what we do and there's nothing to feel guilty about. Now drag your chairs over and let's drink as comrades in arms." You can add class and style to tough as nails. They earned and deserve the ultimate respect.

    • @mikejohn0088
      @mikejohn0088 Před 2 lety +1

      @Dcn. Vince Ricciardi ---a long time ago Vince, seems like a different life ago. Best 2U.

  • @deneseshepherd9054
    @deneseshepherd9054 Před 5 lety +3

    Praise God for our brave men and women who serve!! Where would we be without you!!

  • @shogunfc1
    @shogunfc1 Před 5 lety +6

    Not becoming one of the three men....biggest regret of my life! Salute to all SF! Respect!

  • @ravensheldon1543
    @ravensheldon1543 Před rokem +7

    This song as always brings tears to my eyes

  • @sueschoen3448
    @sueschoen3448 Před rokem +9

    THANK YOU to all who served.

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 Před 7 měsíci

      Hello how are you doing today..?

  • @browningcoltjr6462
    @browningcoltjr6462 Před 6 lety +5

    Am very proud to our USMC.
    God bless you and yours.

  • @richarddgriffin3956
    @richarddgriffin3956 Před 6 lety +6

    I was in 3 Corp, Vietnam, I flew hurts with the 162 Assault Helicopter Company. We supported the Green Berets looking for a NVA Brigade around Phuoc Vinh and Thanksgiving Day, 1967. A team consisting of 2 Americans and 4 Mercinaries was outside the perimeter setting up listening posts. Contact was made and the Company CO went out on the rescue chopper and had to climb down a rope ladder to rescue the troops, he was shot off the ladder and died. He was an excellent Commander. I still think about him. He was from Texas, San Antonio.. and too many brave ones die young.

    • @lindaconner726
      @lindaconner726 Před 3 lety

      I'm losing my government benefit hacker's got control ofmy life I've think I lost all I have got any mail about any I think they getting I need help

  • @eileenbates362
    @eileenbates362 Před 4 lety +10

    I love this song. When I hear this song I think of my Dad. He was Green Beret. The words have such meaning. They give me chills. So to all Branches of the Service. Thank you for both your bravely and your service.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @louismatassa8489
    @louismatassa8489 Před rokem +4

    A great song and Happy veterans day to all our veterans 🇺🇸🪖🎖️!!!!!!!

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 Před 7 měsíci

      Hello how are you doing..?

  • @janearrowood4567
    @janearrowood4567 Před 5 lety +3

    So proud to be a Green Beret Baby 1964 Panama Canal Zone my hero SGM Marvin T Bridges and to all our ARMED FORCES who put there lives on the line for our country... Thank You

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety

      I fully agree. Thank you to all our armed forces.

    • @DrSharonFair
      @DrSharonFair Před rokem

      My brother Michael was a Green Beret. In 1983, Michael was tragically killed in Morocco while serving our country to train and assist the Moroccan military to eradicate middle eastern terrorist groups. According to some sources, these middle eastern groups are linked to the terrorists responsible for the 911 attack.
      Currently, I advocate against transgenderism - for men who say they are women, who are going into women's restrooms, locker rooms, and even rape crisis centers - not to mention stealing their sports trophies and scholarships. I advocate to save the innocent girls, who are being brainwashed into thinking they are boys, and take puberty blockers and testosterone and even have a bilateral mastectomy as young as 14-years-old.
      If my brother were alive today, he would be standing and speaking out with me. But, he's not here because he died for our freedom, including our first amendment right to free speech. Please consider speaking out with me - against the idea that a man can be a woman, a girl can be a boy. (I speak out monthly in St Augustine, Florida and will be in NYC May 13 - day before Mother's Day.)
      I need men (and women) to stand with me. This is NOT a feminist issue. This is a HUMAN issue - and we sane people who know the difference between a man and woman need to speak up and stop all this nonsense. Thank you!

  • @georgegodwin4554
    @georgegodwin4554 Před 5 lety +12

    God bless all our troops and all who serve our great country!

    • @DrSharonFair
      @DrSharonFair Před rokem

      My brother Michael was a Green Beret. In 1983, Michael was tragically killed in Morocco while serving our country to train and assist the Moroccan military to eradicate middle eastern terrorist groups. According to some sources, these middle eastern groups are linked to the terrorists responsible for the 911 attack.
      Currently, I advocate against transgenderism - for men who say they are women, who are going into women's restrooms, locker rooms, and even rape crisis centers - not to mention stealing their sports trophies and scholarships. I advocate to save the innocent girls, who are being brainwashed into thinking they are boys, and take puberty blockers and testosterone and even have a bilateral mastectomy as young as 14-years-old.
      If my brother were alive today, he would be standing and speaking out with me. But, he's not here because he died for our freedom, including our first amendment right to free speech. Please consider speaking out with me - against the idea that a man can be a woman, a girl can be a boy. (I speak out monthly in St Augustine, Florida and will be in NYC May 13 - day before Mother's Day.)
      I need men (and women) to stand with me. This is NOT a feminist issue. This is a HUMAN issue - and we sane people who know the difference between a man and woman need to speak up and stop all this nonsense. Thank you!

  • @vincekane7298
    @vincekane7298 Před 4 lety +2

    Freedom isn't FREE / God Bless America

  • @peterostash
    @peterostash Před rokem +2

    I first heard this song over 50 years ago. I cried. Just watched this. I cried.

  • @artarmendariz9555
    @artarmendariz9555 Před 5 lety +3

    I was a teenager when this song came out I cried then and to night I cry again for you Brave Men of Green beret, God Bless you men.

  • @ideadzonexfsn4909
    @ideadzonexfsn4909 Před 7 lety +5

    My grandfather was a Sargent and a Paratrooper for the gGreen Berets in the Vietnam war. He listened to this song all the time in his car and when it was played at his funeral when he passed (12-12-12 R.I.P. Papa) I broke down. I listen to this song all the time to remember him and all veterans who put their lives on the line during the war. Thank you for this video, and God Bless.

  • @clyderay3206
    @clyderay3206 Před 3 lety +8

    I was proud to be trained by the Green Berets for my NCO school. I had a Green Beret who trained with me in my group as well. 🕯GOD'S SPEED. 🕯⚔

  • @Eazyw405
    @Eazyw405 Před 3 lety +27

    This song makes me cry every time but I cant stop god bless you green berets🇺🇸

    • @2kool42
      @2kool42 Před 2 lety +2

      Me too. Tears in my eyes, pride in my heart.

    • @Eazyw405
      @Eazyw405 Před 2 lety +1

      @@2kool42 agreed agreed

    • @DrSharonFair
      @DrSharonFair Před rokem

      My brother Michael was a Green Beret. In 1983, Michael was tragically killed in Morocco while serving our country to train and assist the Moroccan military to eradicate middle eastern terrorist groups. According to some sources, these middle eastern groups are linked to the terrorists responsible for the 911 attack.
      Currently, I advocate against transgenderism - for men who say they are women, who are going into women's restrooms, locker rooms, and even rape crisis centers - not to mention stealing their sports trophies and scholarships. I advocate to save the innocent girls, who are being brainwashed into thinking they are boys, and take puberty blockers and testosterone and even have a bilateral mastectomy as young as 14-years-old.
      If my brother were alive today, he would be standing and speaking out with me. But, he's not here because he died for our freedom, including our first amendment right to free speech. Please consider speaking out with me - against the idea that a man can be a woman, a girl can be a boy. (I speak out monthly in St Augustine, Florida and will be in NYC May 13 - day before Mother's Day.)
      I need men (and women) to stand with me. This is NOT a feminist issue. This is a HUMAN issue - and we sane people who know the difference between a man and woman need to speak up and stop all this nonsense. Thank you!

  • @ihategigglegigglesucks3081
    @ihategigglegigglesucks3081 Před 5 lety +18

    Growing up in the Vietnam era, near a military post and a few National Cemeterys, I saw the flag draped coffin many times, friends dad's, older brothers etc. This song reminds us that freedom isn't free.

  • @slonefactor
    @slonefactor Před 8 lety +517

    As a former member of the 5th Special Forces group I want to thank you for playing our song.

    • @lindaleist2618
      @lindaleist2618 Před 6 lety

      Where u at nha trang ?

    • @alexisamandaj4364
      @alexisamandaj4364 Před 6 lety +2

      no thank you Sir..

    • @tomcasey2849
      @tomcasey2849 Před 6 lety +5

      slonefactor thank for your service

    • @jdk4781
      @jdk4781 Před 6 lety +6

      My father was apart of the 7th Special Forces. He passed away a year ago yesterday and every time I here this song lately it reminds me of him and brings tears to this Navy Veteran's Eyes. Thank you slonefactor for your dedicated service as a Green Beret like my father did.

    • @bekalene6856
      @bekalene6856 Před 5 lety +1

      thank you for your service