The lady chasing him with a purse was a " karen ". She backs into him and then gets so mad she calls the draft board so he can get sent over seas and possibly killed because she backed into his car! Thank you for your service Sir! 🇺🇸
Welcome home sir, I was over there as well, served with the 1st of the 2nd base camp Phuoc Vinh Aug. 66 till Aug. 67. 1/2 Bravo Co. 1st Inf. Div. 11 Bravo all the way. Did not earn any medals other than the CIB and Vietnam service medals, just lucky to get back home safe.
He obviously was there and was wounded. Why disparage his service and experiences with questioning his medals. Who gives a shit if he didn’t actually receive them, he EARNED them, and likely more.
Thanks for your service and story Ron. I was born in '65 and lost my uncle in Vietnam the same year. He was only over there for three weeks. I have a picture of him holding me in his arms. To this day, I think of him often.
Welcome home. Thank you. Thank you. The 18th Infantry Regiment still has one battalion on active duty. I was privileged to be a member of the 3rd BN 18th INF (USAR) until it was deactivated 30 years ago. The legacy of that unit stretching back to the Civil War always made me feel unworthy. Thank you, again.
Hey "Ole Tex" ! I knew you went to Viet Nam but I didn't know this much. I played football with your brothers Butch (RIP) and Ricky back at DHS. Thank You for your Service.
Well told Ron, I am glad you shared your story as a lot of us just have no idea what it was like fighting on the ground war. I was in the Royal Australian Navy'69-'89and served ias part of logistic support for our troop nship and merchant ships . We never knew how well off we were in our role as sailors in that war. Thank you and your men for the bravery and courage you had to endure to get through your time in Vietnam. I retired in '89 as a CPOQMG (similar to US Navy's Chief Gunners Mate)
The Michelin plantation as a bad place. I was up north but a pal of mine was with the 1st Infantry Division at the same time in the 1/4th Cav (Quarterhorse). He said if you wanted to upset the guys all you had to do was joke, "we're going back into Michelin." And these guys were in armored cav vehicles.
This is an excellent site! I have seen stories with stock footage, repeated over and over, but here, I get to hear the story from the one who was there. Thank you. Upvoted and subscribed.
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What a great story. Thank you Campsey for doing your best for our Nation and me. I was almost 1 year old in July of 67. I remember the KIA announcements by Walter Cronkite on the news each evening and it was a quiet somber time around the supper table at our house. God Bless You.
Thank you for sharing that Ron I’m glad you made it back I was with the first infantry division E company 701st maintenance battalion as a truck driver in Germany 73 to 75
Small world: a friend of mine was a Captain in the South Vietnamese Marine Corp. He was born and raised in Dau Tieng. He said the Big Red One often ambushed the Viet Cong in the rubber plant plantation
Great story from a great guy. He's got a nice little restaurant in Hampton Bays, and he's marched in various patriotic parades in town with the honorable members of the VFW and American Legion
Here’s a link to a video by the museum director of the 1st Infantry Division Museum showing Ron’s bullet pierced helmet, in which he mentions Ron’s Bronze Star he was awarded for that action. m.czcams.com/video/r_rJt0PAZt4/video.html Proving you to be a Valor Vulture, which is a turd who falsely accuses a veteran of stolen valor… You probably never served in the military yourself, didi you?
First off , I hope you are still kicking Ron . I am glad you made it home . I was a medic with a small Evac Hospital in Tay Ninh , then with the 25th I.D. I am sure we did some of the same AO's. Stay strong brother , there are less of us by the day .. doc 70-71 lll Corp
1st Infantry Division Reunion is 31 July to Aug 4 in Albuquerque this year (2024). Next year is Chicago! Hope to see any Big Red One veterans there. Duty First!
greetings from Canada,I followed the war as a jr high student when the TET offensive was on .Listened for the body count every night. Thank you for your service to preserve freedom and democracy!
From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for your service. Welcome home ,and I sincerely apologize for my country's treatment of you and all of the servicemen who sacrificed so much in Vietnam. It's a crime how badly you guys were treated by the American public upon returning home.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice . I missed it (USN '75 - '79) .My cousin passed in Aug. '19 , 3 heart attacks , mesothelioma , and effects of agent orange , decorated ,purple heart . Soldier , assigned to a tank , when he he started to lose his hearing he went to infantry . Thanks , Ron.
David Hackworth was one of the first Vietnam war heroes I read about & was certainly colorful, had a lot of controversies surrounding him. There is no doubt that he was fearless.
All You guys that went and watched brothers spent for ..LBJ and ... God bless each and everyone of you. I spent the late 60s with a student deferment watching Walter Cronkite give McNamara's glossy report knowing absolutely nothing of this hamburger mill my brothers and cousins were being put thru. Thank God for this medium, and your ability to reveal, at long last, these horrific truths.
You are welcome , for people like you , not the jerks actually throwing piss bottles and bags of shit and being called baby killers , and a woman bartender "large" who told me I didn't do shit for her . Some things you can't forget in Nam and back "home" Vietnam Vet Tom 😢
Regarding the thumbnail photo; my first 1SG, of the Viet Nam era, would have had a fit if we had worn our helmet like that...he would have said that a sniper would shoot you in the head...not to argue the soundness of that statement. (This was in '92, in Hawaii)
When you reporters interview these guys you should ask to see there DD 214. I was awarded a Purple Heart which I displayed in a nice shadow box with my certificate. Anybody can buy medals online and to many have. All I am saying is display the certificate that comes with the award.
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Thanks for your service sir! Another veteran once told me about the rubber plantations in viet nam. It was all to line the pockets of LBJ. Democracy at it's finest. It's a shame that so many people fought and many died and others horribly wounded!
Im from UK. I used to work in USA as a student. My 'boss', said he was in NAM and received a purple heart (which he threw back at the government).. ive checked online his name. Theres 4 I could find same name, but not him. Think he was lying?
What a rant. They must live in. A huge mansion, with lot of land , i owned a larger house on 7 acres n my taxes were 6k , electric bill was 2200 year, i say BS , This was in 2023
Well Ron thank you for your testimony. I was Air force 65-69.Born May 4th 1945.Hope your still alive.
The lady chasing him with a purse was a " karen ". She backs into him and then gets so mad she calls the draft board so he can get sent over seas and possibly killed because she backed into his car!
Thank you for your service Sir!
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That lady is your average person
What an eloquent and honorable person. I salute you Sir.
Welcome home sir, I was over there as well, served with the 1st of the 2nd base camp Phuoc Vinh Aug. 66 till Aug. 67. 1/2 Bravo Co. 1st Inf. Div. 11 Bravo all the way. Did not earn any medals other than the CIB and Vietnam service medals, just lucky to get back home safe.
The CIB is a hell of an award!
Thank YOU sir. 🇺🇸🫡
Thank you for your service sir!
B Co/1/18th Inf/1st ID…❤11C40/11B40
Welcome Home!
What an outstanding man and leader! Make no mistake, its humble, unselfish men like this that are the heart and soul of the Armed Services.
They are not forgotten!
He obviously was there and was wounded.
Why disparage his service and experiences with questioning his medals. Who gives a shit if he didn’t actually receive them, he EARNED them, and likely more.
I know Ron he has A restaurant in east Quogue N.Y. on Long island I have had many A good meal at his Restaurant thank you Ron !
Thanks for your service and story Ron. I was born in '65 and lost my uncle in Vietnam the same year. He was only over there for three weeks.
I have a picture of him holding me in his arms. To this day, I think of him often.
Welcome home. Thank you. Thank you. The 18th Infantry Regiment still has one battalion on active duty. I was privileged to be a member of the 3rd BN 18th INF (USAR) until it was deactivated 30 years ago. The legacy of that unit stretching back to the Civil War always made me feel unworthy. Thank you, again.
My Uncle Gilbert Martinez served with the 1st Division during that time. Thanks for posting this. God bless and welcome home!
Hey "Ole Tex" ! I knew you went to Viet Nam but I didn't know this much. I played football with your brothers Butch (RIP) and Ricky back at DHS. Thank You for your Service.
Well told Ron, I am glad you shared your story as a lot of us just have no idea what it was like fighting on the ground war. I was in the Royal Australian Navy'69-'89and served ias part of logistic support for our troop nship and merchant ships . We never knew how well off we were in our role as sailors in that war. Thank you and your men for the bravery and courage you had to endure to get through your time in Vietnam. I retired in '89 as a CPOQMG (similar to US Navy's Chief Gunners Mate)
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😢 thanks Ron. I found that very heartfelt. My Friend's Brother Michael was kiA aT Pleiku in July 1967.
The Michelin plantation as a bad place. I was up north but a pal of mine was with the 1st Infantry Division at the same time in the 1/4th Cav (Quarterhorse). He said if you wanted to upset the guys all you had to do was joke, "we're going back into Michelin." And these guys were in armored cav vehicles.
Who 11th armored cav black horse
Nam Vet Tom
Thank you for your service. God bless you and every other soldier who went through hell to preserve our freedom
Thank you for your service, sir
Nice, Ron. Thanks. October 68-Sept 69.
Thank you thank you so much for your service, never forget 🇺🇸
Thanks for serving and your sacrifices! God bless you!
Awesome shared experiences! So thankful to God Almighty for our Vietnam Veterans. ❤️🙏🇺🇸
Thank you
I salute you, Sergeant Campsey. Such a moving story you shared with us. Thank you for sharing, and for your courageous service.
This is an excellent site! I have seen stories with stock footage, repeated over and over, but here, I get to hear the story from the one who was there. Thank you. Upvoted and subscribed.
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Very interesting,well spoken veteran. I could listen to this vets story for hours. God bless him
What a great guy! What an honor it would be to buy you a beer.
What a great story. Thank you Campsey for doing your best for our Nation and me. I was almost 1 year old in July of 67. I remember the KIA announcements by Walter Cronkite on the news each evening and it was a quiet somber time around the supper table at our house. God Bless You.
Walter concrite was a big reason for losing that war.
Thank you for sharing that Ron I’m glad you made it back I was with the first infantry division E company 701st maintenance battalion as a truck driver in Germany 73 to 75
Small world: a friend of mine was a Captain in the South Vietnamese Marine Corp. He was born and raised in Dau Tieng. He said the Big Red One often ambushed the Viet Cong in the rubber plant plantation
Thanks for your service !
Great story from a great guy. He's got a nice little restaurant in Hampton Bays, and he's marched in various patriotic parades in town with the honorable members of the VFW and American Legion
So was he army or marine? He said gunny. Also I didn’t just realize Army had flack Jackets. Thank you by the way
He was Army, 1st ID, “Big Red One.” I’ll have to listen to his story again for “gunny.”
Oh boy. He's an accomplished liar.
Ron is a great liar....
Here’s a link to a video by the museum director of the 1st Infantry Division Museum showing Ron’s bullet pierced helmet, in which he mentions Ron’s Bronze Star he was awarded for that action.
m.czcams.com/video/r_rJt0PAZt4/video.html
Proving you to be a Valor Vulture, which is a turd who falsely accuses a veteran of stolen valor… You probably never served in the military yourself, didi you?
First off , I hope you are still kicking Ron . I am glad you made it home . I was a medic with a small Evac Hospital in Tay Ninh , then with the 25th I.D. I am sure we did some of the same AO's. Stay strong brother , there are less of us by the day .. doc 70-71 lll Corp
You are the soul of this country. Never let anyone tell you differently. S.D. Stoddard former 1st plt. Co. C 2/75th Ranger Airborne.
God less you for what you experienced and to relate it those like me who could never imagine such horror and pain
Welcome home Soldier. And thank you for helping us understand.
1st Infantry Division Reunion is 31 July to Aug 4 in Albuquerque this year (2024). Next year is Chicago! Hope to see any Big Red One veterans there. Duty First!
greetings from Canada,I followed the war as a jr high student when the TET offensive was on .Listened for the body count every night. Thank you for your service to preserve freedom and democracy!
From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for your service. Welcome home ,and I sincerely apologize for my country's treatment of you and all of the servicemen who sacrificed so much in Vietnam. It's a crime how badly you guys were treated by the American public upon returning home.
I'm really proud of you and all of the guys who were over there. Thank You for what you did and all you had to endure.
MARANATHA ✝️🌄☝️
Good for you Ronnie! Bless you my Friend!
I served with A Co. 1/26th Infantry Regiment, 1st ID October 1, 1966 to October 1, 1967
Listening in from Penang. Malaysia.
Thank you for sharing your experience sir.
My g-o-d. The face of American courage, duty and honor here. Thank you for sharing Ron, a grateful nation salutes you. Lest we forget........
Thank you sir very much for your service, sharing with us! God bless you ❤ we really appreciate 🙏
usmc A OLD WAR BROTHER THank you my song tours of fathers today
our blood to our family
Powerful,, my neighbour was in the Mike Force ,,, bad bad bad ass SOB
Amen brother. Glad you made it home!
Thank you sir and all who served in Vietnam
Thank you for your service and sacrifice . I missed it (USN '75 - '79) .My cousin passed in Aug. '19 , 3 heart attacks , mesothelioma , and effects of agent orange , decorated ,purple heart . Soldier , assigned to a tank , when he he started to lose his hearing he went to infantry . Thanks , Ron.
THANK YOU RON❤For your service!
Thank you for your service sir !
Enjoyed your story. Some day I hope to read your story. You sure know how to keep a listener captivated. I appreciate your service and sacrifice .
Incredible! 19:18 Absolutely Incredible!
Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for your Time, Sacrafice & Service Sir!
I was assigned to
Co. C - 1/18 Infantry
("Big Red 1") from
1980 - 1983 Ft. Riley, KS.
Thank you for the story
A Great story told be a Hero. Thank you for your Service. God Bless You.
That touched me. I would have loved to serve under him if I were in those conditions. Beautiful man
So touched by this. Semper Fidelis.
He was ArmY …. Not Marines
@@kennyhooberry9757What's that got to do with anything? It's simply a marine greeting a soldier.
Incredible testimony!
David Hackworth was one of the first Vietnam war heroes I read about & was certainly colorful, had a lot of controversies surrounding him. There is no doubt that he was fearless.
All You guys that went and watched brothers spent for ..LBJ and ... God bless each and everyone of you. I spent the late 60s with a student deferment watching Walter Cronkite give McNamara's glossy report knowing absolutely nothing of this hamburger mill my brothers and cousins were being put thru. Thank God for this medium, and your ability to reveal, at long last, these horrific truths.
My brother never talked to me about nam except for heating food with c4
What a wonderful story 😍
I worked with Roger Faust 1st ID Veteran RVN.
My mother's first husband was killed in the Battle of Bulge. He was only about 20 and my mother was 18. East Texas.
One lucky sob Ron . Sorry about yr friends. I salute yu
Welcome Home Brother!
I don’t blame him for carrying the M 14. They are heavier, but they won’t jam up like Matty Mattel rifles they sent over there! 🇺🇸🫡
Great story telling
Thanks for sharing this eith the world
THANKYOU TO ALL COMBAT VETS AND FAMILY MEMBERS!!! FOR MY FREEDOM! LOVE YOU GUYS!! 🫡🇺🇲✊️✈️
You are welcome , for people like you , not the jerks actually throwing piss bottles and bags of shit and being called baby killers , and a woman bartender "large" who told me I didn't do shit for her . Some things you can't forget in Nam and back "home"
Vietnam Vet Tom 😢
Excellent video many thx
Excellent 🫡🇺🇸
I’d like to know what happened to his friend Timmy, I wonder if you made it home.
Regarding the thumbnail photo; my first 1SG, of the Viet Nam era, would have had a fit if we had worn our helmet like that...he would have said that a sniper would shoot you in the head...not to argue the soundness of that statement.
(This was in '92, in Hawaii)
Did you know Joe Hardy or Tom Comiskey?
If you send an email to info@usawarriorstories.org we can pass your question along to Ron.
Named after "Ronny Reagan?" Would that be actor/ex-President "Ronald Reagan?" He was fairly well-known as an actor by 1942...just curious.
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Thank You Sir For Defending Our Country! You Are A Hero! You Are America’s Best! Thank You Sir! Jesus Loves You! John 3:16
Air Force April 66 to Jan 70. Got sent to South Korea about a year after the North took the US PUBELO
When you reporters interview these guys you should ask to see there DD 214. I was awarded a Purple Heart which I displayed in a nice shadow box with my certificate. Anybody can buy medals online and to many have. All I am saying is display the certificate that comes with the award.
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Welcome home welcome home welcome home. You’re a good Vietnam veteran and I was there a duct and 70 60 sorry sorry 96 straight 67 I’m OK.
Thanks for your service sir! Another veteran once told me about the rubber plantations in viet nam. It was all to line the pockets of LBJ. Democracy at it's finest. It's a shame that so many people fought and many died and others horribly wounded!
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The story goes from a woman calling the draft board and then he’s off the coast of Vietnam….???
It's unbelievable what these men went through. Was it in vain?
Im from UK. I used to work in USA as a student. My 'boss', said he was in NAM and received a purple heart (which he threw back at the government).. ive checked online his name. Theres 4 I could find same name, but not him. Think he was lying?
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Well… if you’re gonna be one….
Brothers in arms see no color.
Wow a Karen got him sent to Vietnam. Wow
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Again?
What a rant. They must live in. A huge mansion, with lot of land , i owned a larger house on 7 acres n my taxes were 6k , electric bill was 2200 year, i say BS , This was in 2023
Stolen Valor
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@USAWarriorStories it's a person with a pandabear as their picture. They can go F themselves. Duty First!
Amazing recall. Thank you Sir.
Welcome Home. Well done.