U.S. Navy SEAL Wounded EIGHT TIMES In Enemy Ambush | Jason Redman
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- Lt. Jason Redman spent eight years as an enlisted U.S. Navy SEAL, and was commissioned as a SEAL Officer in 2004. He completed combat deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq. In 2007, outside of Fallujah, Iraq, Lt. Redman's Assault Team came under heavy fire and he was severely wounded.
While recovering at Bethesda Medical Center, Redman authored a bright orange sign on his door, which became a statement and symbol for wounded warriors everywhere. He is the recipient of the Bronze Star with Valor, the Purple Heart, and the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, among other awards.
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0:00 Intro
1:34 - Why the Navy?
6:15 - Early Career
7:13 - 9/11 Changed Everything
8:33 - Missions in Afghanstan
11:05 - Missions in Iraq
13:22 - The Attack
24:28 - The Bright Orange Sign
27:49 - Helping Our Veterans
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Y’all should interview David Goggins
@@thetrueking6137 dude... maybe let this man have his day, and show our appreciation
@@philobetto5106 how did asking them to interview someone take away from this man’s story? You’re a weirdo for trying to turn a innocent question into something unnecessarily negative 🤡
@@thetrueking6137 now that you put it that way, your right...I stand corrected
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I am an old Vietnam Veteran. Spent 8 years in the US Army and separated when my kids came of school age because I wanted them to enjoy a stable education that I experienced in South Dakota. I joined the Police Department on a Hire the Vet program and spent 24 years as a cop. My wife and I got to the age of retirement, as I neared that age, I experienced a line of duty car accident that put me on permeant retirement. Then, within a 7 month period, I lost my Brother-in-law, 2 sisters, my partner from the Police Department, my Next door neighbor and the last in this train wreck of my life was the love of my life, my wife who stood by my side for 51 years and 3 days. To say the least, I am a bit depressed, it has been 2 years since that time, Workers Comp cut my pay in half telling me I reached retirement age, and my daughter has moved in with me to cook and clean when she has time as she works full time as well to pay off her student debts. Listening to you has given me a dose of stamina, recalling my days as a soldier, so I wanted to say Thanks man! I had been looking forward for the end that must surely come soon, I yearn for that day when I can once again be surrounded by my loved ones, I still have Mom, who is now 96 and suffering in the nursing home from her second hit from Covid, and a great grandson I have yet to hold as travel is a bit difficult now as workers comp cut my pain meds from a large dose of Fentanyl to nearly the lowest dose available, and the pain has returned to nearly the last of 5 surgeries I have gone through. I think if I can just get out and do some walking I may be able to get up and going once more.
Oh my goodness.. you've been through an absolute ton.
You, yourself, are an idle to those seeking strength.. you're an idle to me, even though I may not know you.
I know you will be happy. You deserve to be. I pray for your losses..
Chin up, your a hero sir.
Thanks for being transparent, and thank you for your service. Look to Christ when you’re feeling down, you’re the apple of God’s eye.
God bless brother
First off, I want to thank you for a life of service to a people who were and still are not as appreciating as they should be. you have faced so much and as of recent even more... I just want to say thank you. my prayers are with you and your family, and I hope that you are blessed with comfort and a drive to continue.
I may never get to meet you in person, but as I have tears in my eyes writing this, just know that I owe you so much more than a handshake is ever worth.
Hi Jerry you are loved my man.
“I heard the enemy fighter crying out for Allah and thought, stand by” 💪🏼💙😂
Hanzos Lifted lmao 😂...
Nicholas Ovel I know huh? And they say America sucks. He helped him meet his maker. Good stuff. Stay safe out there man.
Hes coming right up!!
Ha! Gold!
LOL
“I remember thinking stand-by, cuz he’s coming.” So bad ass. This just makes me want to donate to the wounded warrior foundation. We don’t do enough for our veterans 🙏
So badass! Came looking for this comment 👍
I heard that 😁
Go find your local hometown homeless vets who need help so you know your donations aren’t lining the wrong pockets
Donate to local vets most foundations get taken. The government fucks our best over left and right
I don't know how much (percentage wise) of donations to the wounded warrior project actually makes it to the wounded warriors, but I can tell you that I have seen them do some amazing and life-changing things for wounded veterans that I wouldn't have believed without seeing it myself. I believe the work they were doing when I went through the "wounded warrior unit" probably prevented a lot of suicides, and gave a lot of hope to young soldiers around me who otherwise would've felt pretty hopeless given their current circumstances. I had a buddy who had lost an eye and a leg, and had some other grievous injuries processing out the same time as me, and I will never forget seeing the ear to ear grin as he showed me the truck they gave him that was outfitted with cameras and buttons that allowed him to drive (mostly) normally after his injuries, and many others who were assisted similarly.
Another buddy was suffering from over 150 perforations in his brain (from explosions) which resulted in regular stays in intensive care, but when he was able to get out and about they helped him live out some of his life-long dreams... No one deserved such kindness and gratitude more than he did. It restored my own faith a bit just seeing people care for my wounded buddies like that. Each of these things might seem small by themselves, but it's huge when you couldn't have done it without their help, and it gives you the confidence to say, "Yeah, so I lost an eye, a leg, etc, but that's not gonna stop me... I can still have a good life. It'll just take a little more effort, and I'm good at that!"
His mental toughness is what got him through seal training but most importantly saved his life. I have nothing but respect for him and every other vet. God bless him and his family. Thanks for your service and all the sacrifices you and your family had to go through.
Amen..
God dam him and to hell
Pure badass
God blessed killing innocent people on the other side of the world?
Mental toughness , and physical strength at its best ,Bless you and God keep you .
" Thank You" is simply not enough for these men. They deserve all good coming their way, the Hell they endured is never known by most of us. God bless our Vets.
I get it, but thank you for what exactly? for being a tool for your government? what good did they do to anybody over Afganistan and Iraq?
@@fedecano7362 Ever hear of 9/11, mo r on? 🙄They killed thousands of people that were responsible for it, including bin Laden and sent a clear message to those people. “Don’t poke the bear.” We fought them over there, instead of having them come here and then inflict more damage. We all owe our warriors much gratitude for their service.
One problem though, under the incompetent Joe Biden, that bear turned and hightailed it out of there, leaving $85 billion in weapons and aircraft behind. Deplorable! Probably the biggest disgrace in this country’s’ short history..
@@alan30189 unfortunately that was a setup and they haven't defended a damn thing except the resources including people being trafficked and heroin. They're soldiers not warriors.
@@alan30189 lol. You act as if presidents do their own will. They serve the international corporatists as do these puppet men.
They don't want more than a thank you, and most won't accept anything more.
They are selfless, ready to run to the sound of guns, to protect the West and our way of life.
Lt. Redman my daughter and last child just died at the age of 34. It was sudden and totally unexpected. My first daughter died 9 years ago at 29 yrs old. Iam at the point of being a lost and broken man thinking thoughts of do I really want to go on? Seeing your video and story has given me much to think about. I train 4 days a week in Krav Maga and consider myself a very humble warrior. Not to imply that I’m anywhere near what you have done and accomplished. I say this only to imply that what you have said in this interview has given me a glimpse of how a real warrior would handle this situation.
My second daughters death has been devastating to me. Thank you for your service and for sharing your inspiring story.
Healing, peace and blessings to you. You are loved, respected and not alone. Your life still has meaning and purpose even if your uncertain of what that is. Please don't give up
So....?
What does this video have to do with that? Lay off the booze.
Prayers🙏🏼❤️
Ken, was your first daughter's name Brooke?
It always amazes me the humbleness of these guys man I can't say I'd be the same I'd probably be a little salty but I guess you got to let go if you want to learn how to live life thank you for all who serve and have sacrificed throughout all our years to defend our country and our freedom❤❤❤❤
I'm a 26 year old "man" who has let his past troubles overcome him. This video is what I needed to wake up and a thousand thank you(s) is not enough.
I grew up in violence and drugs, not the military. I've seen people get shot and got shot myself with my best friend. The bullet went through my leg and hit him in the chest. I didn't know I was hit until hours later when the adrenaline subsided.
He is a Cuban man who turned pale white from the internal bleeding in minutes. The bullet was a .380 hollow point fired from about 8 foot away. The forensics said the bullet probably didn't even reach it's full velocity due to how close we were. An seeing as how the bullet is about a quarter of an inch from his spine, I thank God.
This all happened 7 years ago and I still think about it everyday and get scared as lame as it sounds.
I remember turning him around and seeing that the bullet didn't exit, so I carried him to the front yard and told him to sing the ABCs and made Bs chit chat till the paramedics arrived.
He went to the hospital and 9 surgeries later we went through the physical rehabilitation. Now he is addicted to drugs and looking at prison time and I'm just a pitiful loser amounting to nothing.
It messes me up everyday and I now haven't worked a consistent job in years because I have made myself the victim, always feeling sorry for myself.
This man just showed me to adapt the overcome mindset. No longer will I feel sorry for myself and I'll be damned if I let someone else feel sorry for me. Just know if you ever see this, you have inspired me in 30 minutes more than counselors and therapists in 7 years. Dude took 8 to the body and told the other dude get ready to meet Allah. I always hang out with vets because they are the only people who get it and don't expect nothing from you other than be the best you can be. Most people don't understand how a dropping of a baking pan in a Wendy's puts you right back in the midst of that day.
No homo, but I love you man and any one else going through it. It's time for us as humans to start helping each other instead of hurting each other. If someone needs a someone to vent to, just message me. Their is only one race on this planet: the human race. Pain knows no boundaries.
🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️
Looks like you have a good soul. Rare these days.
I hope you stick to this and turn yourself around and truly enjoy all the freedoms and benefits provided to you through the sacrifices of men like these
do people still say "no homo" in 2022?
@@entertainme7523 haha, well perhaps especially these days, ya gotta make it clear.
I was in a tank platoon in Iraq 2006-2008 that worked out of the green zone escorting these guys to their missions at night. What an experience that was and something I’ll never forget, these guys are absolute warriors.
These guys are invading a country where they are not welcome. The idea that ANY human has the right to kill a other is insane. You people are brainwashed, egotistical, and delusional.
@@RealityUntold 😂😂😂 your hilarious
@@RealityUntold hey puss in boots, why don't you go defend that other country if you feel so strongly about it.
@@1badsteed right I couldn’t believe what I was reading the guy is a straight sheep to even post a comment on this badass video! What really gets me is how amazing this guys attitude and energy is and how he still smiles and laughs after everything he’s been through that truly is amazing
This warrior was fulfilling his duty w honor. You are the one brainwashed miss priss. If you don’t flick a dog on the nose & tell him no how will he learn?… I can smell the submissive panties you’re wearing sjw.
“I don’t know how to live without a war”
That hit deep. Respect and love to all veterans.
We’re in one right now lol we’re just on a whole other level now I’d say this one may be the worst est ever God Bkess Our Brave willin g to fight for it- & Remember- don’t ask yourgovt federal or local for a thing -
Not to brag or anything (joking obviously) but when I was 17 (30s now) I was a high school dropout doing meth with some brothers in an MC. No exaggeration, sounds insane but Its sad and true: SEVERAL TIMES I stayed awake no sleep no laying down no nap for 17 plus day stints. Working in the shop, working the whole time. Weeks at a time with not even a 5 minutes nap. Just UP. Then I’d sleep 2-3 days and be up for another 2-3 weeks. Everyone else would be awake 3- sleep 3 sort of thing… I had no tap on the line though and that’s back when it was anhydrous. I can’t understand how someone can stay awake and work without that stuff like these navy seals do in Hell Week. Bravo Sirs!
@@miztx2syuiip590 thanks for sharing I hope ur doing well now and off junk
Hits deep but is also very true. If you can’t find the physical war you do it mentally.
Being in the military. My fear is how do I function without an insane demand for your time, dedication, and skill. I fear dressing myself and working at a slow pace. I'm in my element during stress and chaos. When things are calm I'm to on edge. I hope one day I can see the beauty in calm.
Much respect to this young strong man
What a fuckin bad ass. He speaks so passionately about everything he sets his mind on, and keeps it very real. I'm no Veteran, but I'm honored to have fellow countrymen like him. Thank you for being the warrior, and absolute legend you'll always be.
"I am incredibly tough"....sir, that is the understatement of the century. What a true warrior this man is. Thank you so much for your service and your sacrifice.
Lol. This clown was killing outgeared and outnumbered and out trained armed civilians, women, and children. You this is something to look up to? You think this is tough?
Sacrifice for what exactly? Youre goverment brainwashed young guys to do war for tjem to profit, paying with taxpayers money... And now the Taliban are in charge of afghanistan again.....
@@ME911119 how do you know anything about anything?
@@genocasson6231 say something meaningful to refute what I am saying or be quiet. Read some facts. Read about abu ghareib. And guantanamo. And the leeked videos by wikileaks showing helicopters gunning down civilians.
@@ME911119 Let's hear about your credentials. Did you serve your country? Let's start with that one.
This man is a legend to us I serve in the third Battalion of the 75th Ranger Regiment and this man is literally a legend we hear his stories all the time . A SEAL who was Ranger qualified. All my respect brother your excellence is what we strive for
Ranger batt is my dream your a bad ass sir.
RLTW
Check Out the career of Major Todd Olpaski.. Marine Scout Sniper, Force Recon, Ranger school - Delta Force troop team leader
@@allenwmclaughlin a
@@swagginsam1 explain...
Tough or hero isn’t enough to describe. What a story. Respect
Surprised to come across this…Jason was my PT instructor in college at ODU and was a motivator to say the least. I remember he had this happen to him about 6 months after being commissioned and going back to the teams. Proud to see he still sounds just as sharp as he was when I last saw him. I always knew he was tough, but this is next level. Proud and god bless to you Jason!
That's not winking. Notice the scarring around his right eye, it is likely a prosthetic (glass) eye. When we blink it is almost always with both eyes, he blinks the left eye much more frequently than the right. Probably due to nerve damage or because it is a glass eye and does not
@@mwilson70201 Yeah its definitely damage from where the face has healed/been operated on. If its his real eye, which it looks like it is, I do wonder how it would be in conditions with dust etc, as we need to blink to avoid damage to the eye, so maybe it is glass or he covers it outside, I would like to know, even if that is the menial sad part of his story we shouldnt focus on.
ODU
Old Dominion University?
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I'm guessing Ohio Dominican
This guy went to both Ranger and Seal training. This guy is a beast!
I finally found a specific role model from the military to look up too!
@@G59forlife. dont join the military, you dont save the world, you work for a bunch of rich old people who are gay who do satanic rituals to rank to the highest levels in the military especially the navy. you work for them not America
@@THEVIDEOGAMEHOAXCRUSADER Don’t bother telling them. These people have been brainwashed to believe that they are saving the world. They’re committing war crimes left and right and have no idea about it.
@@THEVIDEOGAMEHOAXCRUSADER as true and hilarious your comment is, I do have to say that no they’re not saving the world but each and every person on a deployment is making a huge difference trust me. Each enemy taken down is one more innocent foreign civilian who gets to live another day, that’s how we look at it
THE VIDEO GAME HOAX CRUSADER this, people think the military will make them tough or hard bud it really doesn’t
A SEAL who is Ranger Qualified. Much respect warrior
Cross training with SF is actually pretty common. Obviously they are all badasses so they tackle all obstacles in front of them.. I think the USAF PJs get the least love. Them and the entire Coast Guard.
Ranger school is demanding but nothing like budds or ARS(which I went through). Ranger school was very frustrating because the army allows every MOS to attend. Those from the marines, navy and air force are all from a combat mos. picture a guy or now female that is in their last year at West Point throwing a grenade up hill in heavy vegetation. Lots of retardedness.
It’s not cross training and it’s nothing to do with SF, it’s a school for combat leadership.
@Hlinkova Garda David Goggins did not complete buds until his 3rd attempt. He quit PJ school because he was scared of water. When he left USAF he had a pest control tech job and weighed 300 pounds. While watching late night TV he saw a commercial about Navy Seals. He decided to overcome his fears and become a Seal. He walked into Navy recruit office and was told he could NOT join Navy until he lost 110 pounds. He lost 110 pounds in 3 months. Joined the Navy and changed his life. Good for him.
...and don't forget radio operator specialist as well as Corpsman... SEALS indeed are a master of Warcraft!
God Bless You Jason Redman!❤🏆👑🏅
My son is a Marine in the wounded warriors program, thank you so much for your service and thank you for teaching me about the overcome mindset.
I stumbled on to this video by accident and I'm glad I did. Listening to this hero uplifts me, and should challenge all of us to do better.
We'all live once . . . may as well do our best ! 🇺🇸
Yea, makes my belly aching about a bad day or poor Wifi seem soo small. These Men are the best of the best, and his attitude is truly remarkable.
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Same. I woke up complaining and this video humbled me very quickly.
Seals and other heroes tend to have that effect on people. Can’t get enough of these interviews. Thank you vet center
"Standby, because he's coming."
That gave me goosebumps! Well done, sir!
What’s there to feel ? so many countless dead real ones because your military industrial complex wants an influx in stock prices. How foolish of a nation the west is. Then you wonder why China is wiping the floor with you 😂😂😂
‘We want your chips so we don’t have to wait 6 months extra for my new car with new flashing lights inside.’ Imbeciles !
Furthermore the hostile is going to meet the Lord not the other way round. Your always right seal was actually wrong in this context. Goes to show how accurate there perception and judgement are. Wish we could all Anal each other ,eh ?
Finally he is not AMERICAN NAVY SEAL. he is a GRECO ROMAN MAN. True warriors ,not the most intelligent species. Hence why he had a false thought of protecting his country man (fellow people) from a threat they where courted to assume was an invasion on ‘our’ way of life and saving our children ?? Mad men run the world !
Do your own research, 31:58 your buddy blasted himself because you don’t accept the truth. Accepting the truth is submitting to the truth and not carry on with drinking your Alcohol and eating your blood galore pigs
Thank you for your service brother
It’s a miracle that this guys is:
Alive
Has a face
Can even speak
Dude is a stud.
"He was calling out to Allah, and I though 'Standby, he's coming...' And sure enough, that 3rd volley came in"
JTAC called in danger close and schwacked that POS! The story is great!
Crazy he was with dj Shipley in the mission that got him in a Frightful situation, I remember seeing image of Jason all wild looking with goggles , i was 13 or 12 , idk know who I was looking at at the time or the organization he was involved in in. I’m 28 now.
I heard that as he would have said the same to any religion. Yes, your God is coming to end your suffering.
@@rkjensen6331 wonder who taught him that ? wild .
That stuck out to me as well !!! ALLthese guys are TRUE HEROES ❤️❤️❤️
The importance of finding a purpose cannot be overstated.
Amen
I don't know what you're talking about. I have no purpose ...
Absolutely true. Lack of purpose is one of the factors that leads to addiction.
What a true hero , God bless him and all those brave enough to lay down their lives in service
I could listen to this guy tell stories all night ❤
Not only is this man one lucky SOB, he is one tough and incredible human being.
He’s a war criminal part of army which kills children and civilians and rapes women
Were in a bad spot when videos of new nikes get millions of fews and hero testimonials like these are lucky to get a couple thousand
SHADOW very sad it is.
SHADOW We’re also in a bad spot when goobers like you try to right the ship, while not having the intelligence to use the right form of we’re or spell a word as simple as views.
@@mako7819 pedantic.
Our vets rock!
Fk Nike and kapernnick and all those leftist wannabe commies!!! These guys are the real heros!!
the sign just came naturally for this man
Jason, it was an honor to even listen to your story. GOD bless you. Much prayers for our soldiers.
Tough man. In a world often characterized by selfishness, self-pity and victimhood it is wonderful to see someone who demonstrates the best in human strength, determination and selflessness. Jason embodies that which we should all aspire to be.
Define self-pity. There is nothing wrong with it when it’s the unfortunate reality you have to deal with.
War is like a fix. You know, you get high on war - “We won! We won!" - and then you look down on the ground again and you need another fix, you need another war. Why do you think we’ve had war after war after war after war? Every war, they say: “This is the end. This is the last war.” In World War I, they said: “This is the war to end all wars.” And then, not long after that, was World War II. And then soon the United States was waging war in Korea, and then Vietnam. If you study history, what you learn is that wars are always accompanied by lies. Wars are always accompanied by deception.
@@inthezoneeeechief sometimes war is needed, hind sight I think South Koreans are glad to not be shot to death for watching Squid Games and KPoP by Fat Man Kim
@@dominus6224 ask that to the hundreds of thousands of people killed by the American military. Tell that to the children that grew up without parents or disabilities from American military bombing the middle east
I dont look up to, support, or believe your false sense of pride that you've been duped into thinking soldiers fight for... LOL they serve corporations, and banks not the people DUUUURRR!
This dude is such a badass, it baffles me that people have the mental fortitude and shear will to push past such difficult circumstances.
He looks like a wooly woofter to me
@@youtubeiscrspsidthesexists7480 said the same about your mom last night
@@youtubeiscrspsidthesexists7480 you go to Afghanistan and get shot in the face and body and survive cuz I would bet you would give up and not push like this man did
What other choice do you have? Sink or swim. Most people will swim.
One of the most underrated comments!
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gah, I have SO much respect for this man. I can't even put it into words...his mentality is just amazing! I'm a nurse & I hope & pray that I can obtain the skills needed in order to render aid to our soldiers in times of war. Absolutely incredible, much love to Jason & his family!! Thank you for your service!!!
Your so beautiful.
Everlasting gratitude and respect for this man. Thank you sir, a thousand times and a thousand more.
This guy's legit it's awesome to see someone mentally strong to be able to talk about their experience it took my grandfather 20 years and alot of booze to open about his Vietnam experience. Respect to this guy
Because his war was lost. This can make all the difference.
@@user-xq4st9ie7r which war was won? Iraq? Afghanistan? :/
@@user-xq4st9ie7r but yes I agree listing war is really tough 😔
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a paper 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
@@padkirsch I agree. More of an invasion than war. But too many precious lives lost, too much sacrifice for the American public to ask the right questions.
Amazing human being....I'm grateful every day that we have warriors like this on our side...God Bless
Dude-Got REKT Amen! Amazing human being! Well said!🙏♥️🇺🇸🕊✝️😇
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god bless?? dont believe in fairytales, is the source of all problems in the world.
@@johanslecht2636 pls take your edgy bs somewhere else man, wether your religious or not it’s just a statement of respect
@@Max-cx2dl yup respect for this soldier, not for religion/fairytales.
I am so moved by this man. My heart swelled with pride for him. I am touched beyond words.🙏
Definition of a true American hero, much respect and thank you for your service.
@Hidden Aspects Hey, disregarding what you just said, you are to capitalize that A in America .
@@TUBAYOU that's a contradiction. If you disregard what he said, how are you regarding it? lmao
He is more than an American Hero.
He is a Hero to many people in many countrys .
America is just the lucky recipricant of his birth.
His heroism. is recognized world wide.
His heroism is not just his fighting service but the work he continues to do for his Veteran comrades.
Great interview! The questions were short and sweet, letting Jason talk alot, and that´s how its supposed to be done! Thanks!
David Husberg Well said David...
Couldn’t agree more 🇺🇸
Yup, a good interviewer lets the guest speak, we don't care about the interviewers opinions.
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
Thank you for your service! We are truly blessed to have men and women like you watching over our loved ones and nation! God bless !
Thank you for this interview, Lt. Redman. I will remember your tenacity for the rest of my life.
I love how he pick his head up high and shoulders straight despite what he experienced, this guy is a hellava motivator.
Imma Be A Ranger One Day Inshallah💪🏾
@@MafiosoXinnha you are more likely to be in a rangers crosshair with your inshallah
@@IllidanSturmgrimmDeusVult no Muslims in the US army?
Ive always thought of myself as a leather tough, individual American.
Watching this proves me to be just an average American patriot.
Much respect, this man. He OWNS tough.
Godspeed, Redman.
L Mar me too! But I'm not tough; I made scout first class in Boy Scouts and did one semester of AFROTC in college. We are blessed to have men like this with both brains and courage.
How did u think u were tough
L Mar Agreed! What an amazing, intelligent and dedicated warrior. His efforts on behalf of his brothers and sisters who’ve served and been wounded (or are suffering from as he refers to it “concussive” ptsd) is profoundly inspiring and humbling. I have to do something on behalf of our servicemen and women and I will. So much respect for this good man.
Thank God you're still here. And thank you for your service.
Thank you Jason. Keep on serving your fellow vets.
Damn this is one of the best interviews I have ever heard. This man seems very aware and intelligent. He is very correct about veterans coming back to a world so divided and unappreciative.
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
If you haven’t, do watch Shawn Ryan’s interview of DJ Shipley. He was in this firefight & was the team leader that’s mentioned here
He served big oil...so he has no self respect....a thief...war criminal
I couldn’t even be in the same room with this guy. F’n straight up hero.
Exactly my thought!
Have more faith in yourselves good sirs
I am humbled by your courage and tenacity. Thank you for your Service.
God Bless you.
the definition of a true warrior
This guy leaves me almost speechless. I came from a Navy family, but his experience is one for the books. A self motivator with a high bar for accomplishments and thinks not of himself, but of others that need help. What a unique individual. My sincere gratitude for what you are working at to help others, amazing!
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that says you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
Help others..?you mean partners in crime?
Without guys like this, we wouldn't be living the comfortable lives we do!
Truer words have rarely been spoken!!!
@Hidden Aspects Is this a serious question is my first response? Maybe you think the world is this nice place where everyone loves each other and cares about their neighbors and would never dream of invading another country or enslaving its people. Those of us that have been to school and read books understand that this is the real history of our world. Conquest, murder, rape, etc have only been stopped because of military power. The reason we can sleep soundly in the US and not have to worry about some foreign power invading or bombing us is because of our military. This is also the reason war lords and their gangs of thugs don't go around killing everyone, raping women and children, stealing, etc like they have done for years in Africa. This doesn't happen here because these people would be killed before they ever made it here by our military. This is how so and I am just surprised this is something you are unaware of, I mean it is pretty freaking obvious!
@@andrewdwight3443 LOL so the US is going to stop rape murder and conquest, after they got to where they are through rape murder and conquest??? Really??? Where do you think the weapons in Africa come from?
@@kcailly1 I don’t know if your lbrain can comprehend this, but I will give it a shot. 96% of the weapons in Africa came from Russia and China. IE: the “AK47”. I have no idea what you are babbling on about the US conquering but this isn’t what we were even talking about. We were talking about why people in the US can feel free and not have to worry about that happening to us. In fact, you even helped make my point for me. But, to comment on your delusions about the US ok, there has been no force for good on planet Earth that has done more for the people of planet Earth than the US. We are the most giving country on Earth and get almost nothing in return. If we were really what you describe we would have just conquered the world. We literally have the capability to destroy countries with the push of a button. We actually do everything possible to avoid civilian deaths in war and have helped more refugees than any other country. If the US is such a horrible place than why are people literally risking their lives to come here? Because we have the most tolerant society out there. Are we perfect? No of course not but to have you claim that we are not the best country is laughable. I have been to many other countries, have you? I’m sure you have been indoctrinated with American hate but it is not to late for you to learn the truth!
@@andrewdwight3443 LOL we should feel safe that white supremacists have infiltrated the armed forces and are raiding caches and stockpiling weapons? And the four percent of the other weapons, were they used by elites and warlords on innocent civilians to allow for easier extraction of raw materials, which is the entire reason for American involvement in Africa?
One of our countries finest. No words to describe this level of honor and love for his brothers-in-arms.
I love you man. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. God Bless.
What I love is how this man holds himself. He is measured and calm. I doubt he has a bone of hate in his body.
Just an understanding of humans at a greater depth than most of us.
No matter the soldier, I have a respect for those who go off to war. Also, what a great storyteller, brevity, pace and just captivating.
Trust me, there's a tad bit of hate. 20:28, but towards the enemy there's a mutual understanding of that necessity between warriors imo.
He's a SEAL. He doesn't deploy. He 'shows up'! Outta smoke and thin air! 😎
Great warrior. An even better strategist. Thank you for your service. And thank you for your efforts to help others. You're an inspiration, sir.
And he likes men in uniform, ducky...
@@youtubeiscrspsidthesexists7480 I like men and women who have what it takes to earn a uniform. I have a couple of those of my own. How's your mom's basement working out for ya, fluffy? All tactified? 😁
Thank you sincerely, Jason - beyond that, I have no comment.
What he said at the end was such a powerful statement. Much love and respect to this man.
"Standby, cause he's coming"......this man is a badass
Man this guy has balls of steel..so much respect for guys like this..tougher then i could ever be..thank you
Murderers..?
No respect from me.
@@movement2contact defending his country after osama bin Ladin took the life of single moms and had them jumping to their death rather than burning to death
@@movement2contact i bet you're mad he survived.. lol cry some more
First of all I'd like to thank this young man from the deepest parts of my heart thank you for your service and your loyalty and your awesome attitude thank you
A True American Hero. Thank you for your service.
What allowed him to survive and recover is that same quality that got him through SEAL training to begin with - the ability tap into that reserve of will and strength that still exists even though you feel you've reached your limit and want to quit.
And that is exactly why the training is designed to break men. If you can’t push through the deepest limits of training there is a good chance you won’t push through being pinned down, bleeding out with your face shot off.
yup.
all of that.
a n d then some. and then,
he had th good sense to say a prayer
@@tomholm4456 technically speaking there's no sense in wasting thought praying at a time like that
I can't help but wonder and offer my utmost respect for the medical staff who "fix" heavily wounded soldiers to the best of what is humanly possible. You can clearly see this man was gravely wounded in and around the face. There's obviously some nerve damage but remarkably the face has been restored to almost its former state. Often people forget about the many men and women who are there to save our brave soldiers in every conflict around the world, day in day out.
I've thought about surgeons that have to fix gun or stab wounds like that before. Its genuinely one of the most beneficial "jobs" I could ever imagine & to think that they pull off the medical feats that they do on a daily basis is nothing short of incredible.
Until they get the medical bill
@@watchthisbarrelroll you don’t pay medical bills in military… you even get free insurance when you get out so idk what ur saying
@@Zeonder that cant be whole truth as there are vets who have been left by themselves to the streets.
The people you forget and probably argue with is the peacemakers and protesters against unnecessary wars. They save horrific injuries and deaths of our soldiers and of enemy soldiers and civilians before they happen.
This man’s attitude is incredible! Been through more than any of will ever experience! All for the love of his country! God bless him!
Fantastic interview. Jason Redman is a true inspiration in so many ways. Jason, thank you for your service and all that you do for America’s warriors.
I am so pitiful compared to this man and I have no injuries. Need to suck it up,
Thx for inspiration. And your service
Amazing man!
Daniel Long don’t think that way! You’re not pitiful unless you decide to allow yourself to be...
Daniel, I’m assuming you served. Please don’t feel that way!! I’m just one person, but I promise you that I for one care and respect you and all who serve. Please don’t feel alone. Heck, talk about needing to “suck it up”? People like me who owe you folks in the service so much and whine about utter nonsense in our daily lives. God bless you and bring you all peace and happiness.
Your own humility just made you so-inspirational as well.
Jason, Sir, I am a Canadian who is very proud of my country’s fight on the side of freedom going back to WW1. I have never been more moved by a veteran’s statement than yours. My Grandfather was a veteran of WW2. He was born blind in one eye and had one of his brothers take his medical so that he could enlist in the 48th Highlanders in 1939. I have some of his medals and parts of his uniforms from that period. As like most veterans from that period, he never spoke of what he went through nor the effects on him and his family. Thankfully, you have taken things a step further in your ability to describe your mission and deal with the outcome. I am just so impressed and jealous of your candour and honesty. I wish I knew of a way to REALLY help our veterans. THANK YOU for your incredible service. THANK YOU for bringing to the fore that once you come home, the fight is not always over. You are truly a person who sets out to make the world a better place and puts his life on the line to try and make that happen. When I watch this interview, I am both awed by your contribution and at the same time wistfully embarrassed by my lack of the same. I am 61 years old. I am in between everything where I could have made a contribution on the battlefield. I would appreciate it if you could direct me to how best I can help our veterans.
Thank You so much for your courage and resolve.
He just gave you many directions in how you can help and be of service to the many men and women who sacrifice themselves to a land that have no appreciation towards them once they are back from the wars like broken toys,...How many are left to fight the demons by themselves....he is correct...the real war has now begun...to survive!!...
@@Explorer24904 the jihdi that was calling out when he was mortally wounded. He must of been calling out saying "oh Allah, pls accept my sacrifice n martyrdom, pls let me join my fellow jihadis in heaven with my 72 virgin babes". If he was granted heaven. I suspect by now he has a load of baby mamas n a king size mattress, plenty of lube n some sex toys. I guess hes a v happy man!
@@cheekychap8047 I don't believe in wars of any kind...Those who say they fight in the name of God are cowards...And America should stop murdering its people!!...They need to mind their own business and stop meddling in the lives of foreign countries..Bring the men and women home... Enough of this senseless wars that have taken innocent people lives on both sides....I believe if I have to fight and defend my country I fight from my backyard to protect my family..Not in foreign...it becomes invasion....
If it makes you happy with the thoughts that a man died believing he will go to heaven and have 10 wives?!...At least he died on his land fighting for what he believes was protecting his peoples in honor....
@@Explorer24904 This country started by fighting and defeating England. Many veterans have ancestors that were here during that period. It is natural for such people to have a love for their country... enough to fight for it. However, the government that was then is not now. Nevertheless, the people who honor our founders still care for our veterans and will add to the help of the government to take care of them. Thank God for that.
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
Nothing but RESPECT!
Thank you for everything!
Incredible story from an incredible individual!
I volunteered at the VFW post here where I live in Milton Florida for about 10 years and as a charter member of the Men's Auxiliary to the VFW I've met several combat vets that shared a few uplifting stories they brought home with them. I also spoke with a few combat vets that were "broken" and at times it felt so disheartening knowing that there was nothing or very little I could do to help. That being said, I just wanted to say thank you not only for your service (of course) but for taking the time to sit down and share your stories with us.
Just amazing!
Thank God for you and all others that have spent even a short minute of their lives keeping things in order so we can have at least a moment of peace here at home.
God Bless you, our Military and the The United States!
DJ shipley tells a much more detailed story about the mission he was wounded and the mission that lead up to it. He talks about the helo ride as the fastest he has ever flown in his life. Also, the team member who, in the middle of taking heavy fire charged forward to get the wounded medic. Absolutely amazing
Was gonna comment on this you beat me to it lol
DJ is the one that put the TQ on him also.
Hands down the best interview/podcast I’ve ever been privileged to listen to! So emotional and truly amazing what these guys are made of! For anyone that hasn’t listened to DJ’s story it is a must watch/listen. Shawn Ryan’s sit downs are legendary and all of them deserve to be heard.
after watching DJ on Shawns show and seeing this as a related video...I just instantly knew this was the man DJ was talking about. You just know.
Nailed it, man I realized a couple minutes in this was the Seal who got hit in the face, from DJ's recount of that mission on Vigilance Elite. What they managed to overcome & survive...absolutely incredible & we're beyond lucky to have patriots & warriors like this defending us (& local populace of said AO) from true evil.
@@John_Connor556 ive seen mad people get hit over there in Afghanistan, but i could never imagine watching a friend getting shot in the face like that........and f'ing living through that. THen calling for fire 10 meters in. I rememver calling for fire 100 meters danger close and CAS was like "uhhhhhhhhhhhhh"
"Oh my god what a bad day" total understatement!
Thank you Lt. Jason Redman, sincerely.
You are a true American Hero!! Thank you so much for your service and protecting the people of the world from the evil.
As a 78 year old Viet Nam veteran who served two tours with the 5th SFG sure which we would have received this type of recognition. Don't get me wrong very proud of this man and what he has done.
Thank you for your service!
Thank you sir. You are appreciated greatly 🇺🇸
Welcome home. Not sure if you heard that much when you came back
It's crazy to think it's your generation's turn to be the ones pushin 80.
I think you have a better idea than most with what's going on with America lately, and I feel like you should share what you know before censorship destroys your history.
although everywar has amazing men serving in it my personal fav i studied for years is special forces in vietnam your a giant my friend
WWI term "shell shocked" may have been pretty accurate after all. My dad was a WWII wounded veteran who worked tirelessly through the VFW in support of his fellow warriors. I appreciate all you have done and are doing for our country. Jess
My grandfather was a pilot on a B17 Superfortress. Flew his 25 missions(pilot requirement) over Berlin and came home in 1942. He was a pillar of the community yet struggled with alcohol and had serious anger issues behind closed doors. Ironically, he died in a plane crash in late 1962 (twin engine Cessna) which he was not piloting in Cuba, Alabama. Part of the reason I entered the Marine Corps(4 yrs) 31yrs later was because of him. It was a good life experience. 🇺🇸Support our military🇺🇸
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a paper 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
@@l_W7 Unfortunately, he died about 8yrs before I was born so I was unable to pick his brain for finite details. Sorry
The thousand yard stare
@@l_W7 He was probably in b25s before the b17 or something of that nature.
Honestly he looks great after the surgeries! That’s incredible work done by those doctors and nurses!
This man is a hero, we are here because of brave men like him, thank you sir
This is inspirational!
Not to mention, “90% survival rate if you have a pulse.” That’s awesome skill!
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
True American Hero!! Sound like Gramps was a Badass also. Thank You Sir!🇺🇸👍❤️💪👏
Lt. Redman is an amazing man with the legendary courage of a warrior. God speed my friend, thank you for your service.
Thank you for your service! God bless you and your family! 🙏
What a patriot! What an American! What a stellar human being! So proud of him and so grateful for his service, his example, and his sacrifice.
This guy is the epitome of a Hero! We live in the best country in the world only bc of this man and others like him.
Haha
@@Flacko163 Why do you laugh?
@@TUBAYOU Probably because the op says best country in the world
“I’ll never forget hearing the enemy crying out to allah, and thinking, stand by because he’s coming. And in came the second fire mission.” You sir are a true bad ass, thank you for your service.
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
Lieutenant, you are a walking miracle. I'm so glad you've recovered. BRAVE man!
This guy has some heart and would not give up! We need more people like this. He seems like a great guy. Thank you for your service brother. Upmost Respect
I dont think there's much to be said other than this man is absolutely amazing. Highly skilled, highly intelligent, very brave, and could never thank him enough for his service.
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that says you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
He's still more handsome than me and I've never been shot in the face! He's a cool guy
Thanks for what you've done for all of us, and for all you're doing now for our wounded heroes.
Thank you for your Service Jason
I had the privilege of meeting this young man and talking to him. I was walking on a cloud and knew I’d met greatness.
One of the best warriors I have heard speak in person. He was honest more so over about his failures as a SEAL team leader than his success and learning from them. I have nothing but respect for him. If you ever get the opportunity to see him in person, do so. Semper Fi and God Bless our warriors and this country.
You miss spelled terrorist with warriors
@@Grimy_Aaronarr USA is the 🏆. Don't disrespect this warrior, he is the gold standard of Americans
Thank You for Your Service!
Thank you for your service sir and allowing me to raise my son in this country who men like you have fought for and kept it free.
"Stand by.....cuz He's coming" love it. Right on man, right on.
Jesus Christ Is Lord & He’s coming soon. Don’t take that 💉You can recover if you get Covid. But they make you sign a 📝 that states you’re on your own if you get hospitalized after taking the 💉
"To quit or keep driving forwards" that's always a choice. What an outstanding individual, this man exemplifies the strengths that took us to be the world's dominant species, while mixing in humility. Truly inspirational.
Thank you for your service Sir! 🙏