A rescue worthy of the Distinguished Flying Cross

Aviation Survival Technician Second Class Spencer T. Manson received the Distinguished Flying Cross Award at Coast Guard Sector/ Air Station Humboldt Bay Dec. 13, 2023.
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In this 2021 video, Petty Officer Manson and Lt. Ryan O'Neil, the aircraft commander, discuss the rescue on June 19, 2021, which occurred 70 miles offshore from the California-Oregon border, resulting in all six persons lives aboard a disabled 79-foot schooner being saved.
(Coast Guard video by Petty Officer Brandon Giles)

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  • @DonB.-Mulefivefive
    @DonB.-Mulefivefive6 ай бұрын

    " You have to make it happen". Best damn outfit in the US anywhere! You do so much for so many and with so few. Total Respect. Army Vet.

  • @jonathanp1884

    @jonathanp1884

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks Army Vet Don. I am a former coastie. Yes the CG does many tasks with low budget.

  • @Underwaystudios
    @Underwaystudios6 ай бұрын

    "You have to make it happen" That's the Coast Guard Spirit, Semper Paratus brother!

  • @warehouseduck
    @warehouseduck6 ай бұрын

    As my Mst Sgt in Air Force JROTC in high school loved to say, "The Coast Guard is by far my favorite branch of the United States military. It's the only one who's primary purpose isn't to kill people or break things." Well done Coast Guard, from a fellow Oregonian.

  • @MarioOrtiz-lh4ub

    @MarioOrtiz-lh4ub

    Ай бұрын

    Hi daddy! How are you doing now with your new place?

  • @nickwilliams2379
    @nickwilliams23796 ай бұрын

    Distinguished Flying Cross on his first rescue... Huge!

  • @scdrescher1
    @scdrescher16 ай бұрын

    “I can’t let go. We don’t have time for that.” Not bad for a first rescue Brother.

  • @6degreefloat
    @6degreefloat6 ай бұрын

    These are the men and women that we never think about, until we need them. Bravo.

  • @DavidJohnson-vs5nr
    @DavidJohnson-vs5nr6 ай бұрын

    As a former Marine Corps Rescue Swimmer…Well done Swimmer and crew. Semper Fi and Paratus. This has boosted my spirits through the roof today. So proud of the few who do for the many. 🇺🇸

  • @U.S.CoastGuard

    @U.S.CoastGuard

    6 ай бұрын

    Ooh rah, devil dog!

  • @uscgmom9796

    @uscgmom9796

    5 ай бұрын

    @DavidJohnson-vs5nr Sir, my WW2 Marine uncle (all islands except Tarawa) passed at 90 in 2015, was 20 on Iwo Jima. He and my only child, son, USCG, 33, now veteran, and my WW2 dad (and mom) had the tightest relationship though 60 yrs age difference, because they were military. They 3 - and mom who didn't serve -were the only ones in our family who truly showed the utmost respect, love and interest in one another. While my son was gone for over 13 years serving, I served helping our veterans around the East Bay - EBSD, VALOR GAMES on CGI, etc - so I wouldn't go down missing my only child. Thank YOU, sir, for your service to our nation. SEMPER PARATUS TO SEMPER FI! God hugely bless and protect you.

  • @arthurbrumagem3844
    @arthurbrumagem38446 ай бұрын

    The CG is just the best and have so many unsung heroes . Spent 23 yrs in the army but so much of my military respect goes to them

  • @hotdyke451

    @hotdyke451

    6 ай бұрын

    this is so true, they are badass, my upmost respect to the enlisted rescue swimmers

  • @egondro9157

    @egondro9157

    6 ай бұрын

    They aren’t part of the military. Haven’t been for many many years. Not saying they aren’t awesome, but they aren’t part of the armed forces in DOD.

  • @arthurbrumagem3844

    @arthurbrumagem3844

    6 ай бұрын

    @@egondro9157 didn’t say THEY were military. Just giving them MY military respect .That clear it up for you ?

  • @honxsolo

    @honxsolo

    5 ай бұрын

    @@egondro9157reading is hard huh?

  • @Underwaystudios

    @Underwaystudios

    4 ай бұрын

    Wrong! Every member of the USCG raises their right hand and swears the EXACT same oath as any other branch of the military and is subject to the UCMJ as well. The CG is and, always has been a military service. They are under the DHS so that they can enforce federal law because our US Constitution does not allow the DOD to do so. Established in 1790 by Alexander Hamilton the CG has fought in every major conflict of war. There are Coasties and CG vessels and aircraft serving in the middle east right now and recently, while escorting a USN submarine, fired upon Iranian vessel attempting to interfere with the sub as it transited international waters. Try telling Douglas Munro, a MOH recipient, who lost his life on Guadal Canal while he volunteered to return to the beach to rescue US Marines who were pinned down by Japanese machine gun fire, that he was not in the military. Those same Machine guns killed him. USMC General Chesty Puller recommend him for that MOH and Munro is the only non Marine listed on their Wall of MOH recipients. Please do your research before you spout off ridiculous nonsense. @@egondro9157

  • @CaptainWillard830
    @CaptainWillard8305 ай бұрын

    Warriors for Good! Well done! Semper Fidelis, Lieutenant Colonel, USMC (Retired)

  • @6Sally5
    @6Sally56 ай бұрын

    Retired Navy FMF Corpsman here….I have the utmost respect and admiration for the Coast Guard. All you have to do is watch a couple episodes of “Deadliest Catch” and you will be in awe of their incredible heroism. [Salute]

  • @egomaniac247
    @egomaniac247Ай бұрын

    Amazing human spirit.....I'm so proud we have young people like this young man in our service.

  • @gilbertdelgado6703
    @gilbertdelgado67034 ай бұрын

    Well done Swimmer, a definite hero who jumped into extremely hazardous conditions and emerged a hero. My hat is off to you Son, again, well done.

  • @mineolahome5243
    @mineolahome52436 ай бұрын

    The unsung branch of our military!! Go USCG!!!

  • @thomream1888
    @thomream18886 ай бұрын

    "You can't give up. You have to make it happen." Thank God for people willing to risk their lives to help others. Thank you USCG!

  • @dennyo3992
    @dennyo39926 ай бұрын

    I’ve been in the fire service for 27 years, and my biggest regret is that I didn’t join the Coast Guard when I was a kid. I don’t know how they walk with balls so big! Semper Paratus!

  • @snakeman48
    @snakeman486 ай бұрын

    Coasties! The forgotten branch of our military......until you need them. Good job AST Manson. Well deserved award

  • @USCGCoasttoast
    @USCGCoasttoast6 ай бұрын

    Nice Job Brother.

  • @courtainret
    @courtainret6 ай бұрын

    Awesome!!! Bravo Zulu to the whole Team!

  • @ChessInstructorSF
    @ChessInstructorSF6 ай бұрын

    From a retired land based medic, “job well done” now get ready for the next call! 👍👍👍👍🏆🏆🏆🏆💙🇺🇸🇺🇸💙

  • @BostonBravenec-tr4eg
    @BostonBravenec-tr4eg6 ай бұрын

    Rad 🔥🔥🔥

  • @bbeen40
    @bbeen406 ай бұрын

    Semper Fi Coast Guard, well done boys!!!

  • @Underwaystudios

    @Underwaystudios

    4 ай бұрын

    Always

  • @mapex1976
    @mapex19766 ай бұрын

    Coast guard are the same the world over,the few do for the many, living legends💯

  • @williamgreen1489
    @williamgreen14895 ай бұрын

    Thanks to the Coast Guard for keeping our homeland safe! I spent 30 years in the Army and most don't think of the CG but they are unsung hero's out there doing their job everyday, thank you!

  • @thebronzetoo
    @thebronzetoo6 ай бұрын

    Good work, Coasties!!

  • @steveparsons6324
    @steveparsons63246 ай бұрын

    This old Marine says you folks are fantastic! Semper Fi to Semper Paratus

  • @j2images469
    @j2images4696 ай бұрын

    As a former H46 pilot with 26 rescues - Bravo Zula 🙂

  • @caiusKeys
    @caiusKeys6 ай бұрын

    Outstanding job Sirs!

  • @vcab6875
    @vcab68755 ай бұрын

    Extraordinary athlete and hero.

  • @RevEricHebert
    @RevEricHebert6 ай бұрын

    BRAVO ZULU Shipmate QM2 Eric Hébert Group Duty Officer/SAR Controller USCG Group Humboldt Bay 1992-1996 PO Manson is a credit to the Memory of the CG 6541

  • @1949LA-ARCH
    @1949LA-ARCH6 ай бұрын

    Great job, you guys are super brave.😊

  • @IIISentorIII
    @IIISentorIII6 ай бұрын

    You guys are the very best of us, and it makes me proud to know people like you guys are out there! Thank you for what you do. Cheers from Switzerland

  • @Aphxphotog
    @Aphxphotog6 ай бұрын

    Thank you all for your service. I can't even imagine what y'all go through, daily. I wish you all long and prosperous lives.

  • @geshtunga
    @geshtunga6 ай бұрын

    Wow, this is absolutely awesome! My appreciation to the USCG for staying trained and ready, unsung everyday heroes making this possible!

  • @douglaswesson2458
    @douglaswesson24586 ай бұрын

    Having been in Group Coos Bay in the late 60's and doing small boat rescue with 36 and 44 footers, it was just really exciting and fun. Then on a particularly dangerous boat call i remember thinking, "how do I make the ocean my enemy?". I found you can't, but if you genuinely respect it, you can work with it, most of the time.

  • @USNveteran
    @USNveteran6 ай бұрын

    A big BZ to you Petty Officer Manson. Your actions just further the SAR motto "So others may live". FLY NAVY!!!

  • @davidnguyen7281
    @davidnguyen72816 ай бұрын

    The Coast Guard also saved my battle buddy &I from my sank boat off the Pacific Ocean three years ago

  • @petecw98
    @petecw986 ай бұрын

    Semper Paratus. These guys are beasts and heroes. What a good feeling it must be to see those helos coming in those conditions!

  • @uscgmom9796
    @uscgmom97965 ай бұрын

    With the help of Almighty God, yes, Coasties. Well done, Bravo Zulu Adam, Ryan, Spencer. From US Coast Guard mom, son, only child, veteran.

  • @Underwaystudios

    @Underwaystudios

    4 ай бұрын

    My Mom was a Coastie Mom too. Both my brother and I were CG. Best job on the planet! Just before she died at 81 years, I told her that, Dad gave us the love of the sea but, she was the reason we were Good Coasties. Thanks to all CG Moms!

  • @IllKeepALightOn
    @IllKeepALightOn6 ай бұрын

    Thank you guys. Your valor and gallantry have made the world a better place for all

  • @brmam1385
    @brmam13856 ай бұрын

    Incredible rescue! Thank you for saving their lives!!

  • @SBassett1944
    @SBassett19445 ай бұрын

    I am so proud of you guys. What an amazing group. What an amazing leader. God bless you. Prayers for continued safety and success. ❤️🇺🇲🇮🇱✝️🙏🙏🙏👍👌❤️🇺🇲

  • @dswp4882
    @dswp48826 ай бұрын

    Well done!!

  • @monostripezebras
    @monostripezebras6 ай бұрын

    Great job!

  • @ElmoUnk1953
    @ElmoUnk19536 ай бұрын

    Excellent Job “Puddle Pirates” 😁 You are doing Douglas Munro proud!🫡❤️🇺🇸 Semper Paratus - Semper Fidelis

  • @poppi46
    @poppi466 ай бұрын

    Bravo Zulu brother 👍🇺🇸

  • @jameshicks914
    @jameshicks9146 ай бұрын

    True HEROS!!!

  • @eduardootero2953
    @eduardootero29536 ай бұрын

    Fantastic job!

  • @CarlosRodriguez-dd4sb
    @CarlosRodriguez-dd4sb6 ай бұрын

    “You have to go out, but you don’t have to come back” - USCG Motto

  • @decafmocha211
    @decafmocha2116 ай бұрын

    Congratulations to Spencer Manson and the entire crew !

  • @christopherdean2893
    @christopherdean28936 ай бұрын

    Great Job team.

  • @michaelpass2176
    @michaelpass21765 ай бұрын

    Congratulations ❤

  • @peteryan5368
    @peteryan53685 ай бұрын

    just awesome work boys!

  • @williambrouwers5664
    @williambrouwers56646 ай бұрын

    I saw something about this recently! Thank you for sharing this interview! These guys and gals are so cool!

  • @alistairmills7608
    @alistairmills76085 ай бұрын

    Outstanding

  • @jriley5050
    @jriley50505 ай бұрын

    HUGE respect for the Coasties from a retired Marine - you guys are on duty every day. Semper Fidelis et Paratus!

  • @hwy27west
    @hwy27west6 ай бұрын

    The “Coasties” are the best!

  • @frisk151
    @frisk1516 ай бұрын

    Great job!!!! Thanks for your service for sure!!!

  • @travispower2683
    @travispower26836 ай бұрын

    These guys are amazing. Igor said when he invented the helicopter it will save numerous lives. So true.

  • @gus473
    @gus4736 ай бұрын

    Inspirational! Great work, team! Semper Paratus! 😎✌️

  • @sheerwillsurvival2064
    @sheerwillsurvival20646 ай бұрын

    Thank God for men like this . People this is what makes America great and always has 🫡

  • @jackclancy5747
    @jackclancy57475 ай бұрын

    Well deserved DFC.

  • @rogeryoung9934
    @rogeryoung99346 ай бұрын

    Good job!

  • @sandralutz-rodriguez2864
    @sandralutz-rodriguez28645 ай бұрын

    fantastic training and job!!

  • @ohrazda1956
    @ohrazda19565 ай бұрын

    A distinguished service by a very modest AST.

  • @johnlansing2902
    @johnlansing29026 ай бұрын

    Thank each of you … Heroes .

  • @01bigstick
    @01bigstick6 ай бұрын

    Retired USAF CSAR... you guys are heroes

  • @Debbie338
    @Debbie3385 ай бұрын

    These guys are the best swimmers in the world. I’d be curious to see how Olympic swimmers would do in these situations.

  • @floofycatz
    @floofycatz6 ай бұрын

    Salute, risking your lives to save lives 24/7, amazing!!

  • @KendrasEdge757
    @KendrasEdge7576 ай бұрын

    Semper Paratus brothers!!

  • @ardendorney3174
    @ardendorney31746 ай бұрын

    Absolutely UNSUNG HEROES!!!!!

  • @Facet_5_CUT_8XM
    @Facet_5_CUT_8XM6 ай бұрын

    Job well done!

  • @lostinpa-dadenduro7555
    @lostinpa-dadenduro75556 ай бұрын

    You can always count on the heroes of the U.S. Coast Guard. 👍🇺🇸

  • @user-rz4up5gt3z
    @user-rz4up5gt3z5 ай бұрын

    BAD MEN the level of bravery is just not of this world

  • @samkim9057
    @samkim90576 ай бұрын

    CG needs some upgrades too! Modern icebreakers for sure, maybe some cutters and choppers? Definitely dem shiny new CH-53ks.

  • @JohnDoe-xu2vx
    @JohnDoe-xu2vx6 ай бұрын

    What a great young American man.

  • @k9six185
    @k9six1856 ай бұрын

    Damn!

  • @anthonylim151
    @anthonylim1516 ай бұрын

    as much as the CG gets shit on, yall are still legends.

  • @natestowes5867
    @natestowes58676 ай бұрын

    Bravo Zulu!

  • @johnhickman106
    @johnhickman1066 ай бұрын

    Great job, but they didn’t “let you through” the training, you earned it. Your humility is certainly admirable though and much respect brother. We did a rescue in the North Atlantic in 2002, over 720 miles from our base, 450 miles from land. We aerial refueled 5 times during the mission (11.7 hours of blade time). That yacht was 65 feet long, with seas of 25 feet, with rogue waves eclipsing 60 feet and winds of 60 knots. I was the flight engineer (hoist/winch operator) of the pick up bird. Lead blew a damper in the hover putting the PJ and CCT on the deck. The PJ and CCT only received Air Medals, which I thought was a huge injustice. It was definitely a DFC mission. The CCT later was Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People, and the PJ later earned his commission as a Combat Rescue Officer. Rest in Peace Dave, you were one of the good ones. Not too bad for a special operations platform that rarely did rescue work.

  • @t4cot4ctical

    @t4cot4ctical

    6 ай бұрын

    Right? As if they could have stopped him

  • @bobporch
    @bobporch6 ай бұрын

    Heroes never quit. 👍👍👍

  • @ORGANIZEDCoNfUsioN
    @ORGANIZEDCoNfUsioN6 ай бұрын

    Awesome, good for you guys. Loved it!!!!

  • @johngross8300
    @johngross83006 ай бұрын

    Warriors. Against the SEA. Cheers. USN8300, 30 and out. Semper Paratus

  • @thomasandersen5349
    @thomasandersen53496 ай бұрын

    HUA - good job, Coasties. Always Ready.

  • @bbkerrC4S
    @bbkerrC4S6 ай бұрын

    This is why these folks are super elite, Tier 1 for sure.

  • @terrymanuel7986
    @terrymanuel79866 ай бұрын

    We appreciate you guys and all that you do and we Pray that the Good Lord keeps his hands upon y’all 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @neovo903
    @neovo9036 ай бұрын

    It's quite interesting how in the UK, we would mostly use a Harness attached to the casualty but for the USCG they get the casualty into the water and use a basket.

  • @jeffreypinder9398
    @jeffreypinder93986 ай бұрын

    Well done, Gents.

  • @XPL1010
    @XPL10106 ай бұрын

    Amazing!

  • @buryitdeep
    @buryitdeep6 ай бұрын

    For anyone interested The Guardian is a movie based on what these young men go through to qualify as CGR.

  • @Paulnikon
    @Paulnikon6 ай бұрын

    Well done.

  • @g-man2228
    @g-man22286 ай бұрын

    Outstanding boys…👊🏻🇺🇸

  • @mhofma12
    @mhofma126 ай бұрын

    Nice work!! 👍🏼USCG

  • @melvinjones3895
    @melvinjones38956 ай бұрын

    Good job . they made it happen

  • @saintely475
    @saintely4756 ай бұрын

    So no interview of the Flight Mech?..without him, that mission doesn’t happen

  • @daverussell9627
    @daverussell96276 ай бұрын

    Bravo Zulu! So Others May Live...USN SARS 81-85

  • @missrioux1385
    @missrioux13856 ай бұрын

    Great screenshot 2:23 ❤.....beat still my heart..😊

  • @KNJensen
    @KNJensen6 ай бұрын

    Fucking good work guys. Keep it up!

  • @12what34the
    @12what34the6 ай бұрын

    When the going gets tough, the tough get going.

  • @karlbrundage7472
    @karlbrundage74726 ай бұрын

    Bravo Zulu

  • @christinebridges5700
    @christinebridges57006 ай бұрын

    Damn.