Thank you for this. It's a really good recreation of that awful day. I was on the other side of the city when this happened. Just stepped out of my hooch that morning and lit up a cigarette when I heard and felt the explosion. I will never forget that exact second. It was so loud I thought it was my buddy Erik's station a mile away instead of the 3 miles away it really was. I have always felt bad that I was relieved that it wasn't his station. I remember meeting Haerter briefly. I was a Sgt and a squadleader and I remember how respectful he was to me and had never even met me before that. Could tell he was a good kid. Turned out to be the best kind of man he could possibly be. I had the great honor to be in the honor guard at Quantico for his and Yale's Navy Cross ceremony (I think I am in the pic you have of that in the credits). We never know what the future holds and how much of a difference we can make. These two forever young men had no problem stepping up and making the ultimate difference for so many people and they will be remembered forever for it.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

This was amazing to read, while we spoke with a lot of Marines that had been in the immediate blast site your’s offers a completely different perspective of what happened that day. That goes to show how truly impactful they were to so many, and still are to this day. Thank you for sharing your experience, I really appreciate you taking the time to watch the film and connecting with it how you did. Semper Fi brother - Joshua

@coolstuffandhowitworks210

3 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi, brother...

@angelf3365

3 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi!!! This was really well done .

@maryanndocdoc2422

3 жыл бұрын

Salute to you Sir! and to your co Fallen Hero..Hope their will be no War...Just spread love and faith..❤️🙏

@609GamingCrew

3 жыл бұрын

my best friend was cpl yale, gone but never forgotten

My dad actively serves in USMC as a Master Gunnery Sergeant in the infantry he served combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan one time he came back from Afghanistan changed and became bit jumpy at most sounds. Thankfully he recovered from his PTSD in 2014 and is actually on a deployment somewhere in South East Asia. May god bless my dad.

@Mason-io2ir

Жыл бұрын

Salute

@Dandan-vf9kr

Жыл бұрын

@@Mason-io2ir You wouldn't salute him

@leemeyer886

Жыл бұрын

Many people like me thank your dad for his service

@rachelcollins8800

Жыл бұрын

Thank u for ur service..god bless u..glad ur safe and well...we luv our military and our vets..always❤

@larrysmiths6431

Жыл бұрын

How can people thank for their service to a bunch of killers outside of the borders of the USA.Remember Karma it’s a bitch,sad but true! The war of drugs,the war of terror,the war of BS.Sick of evil humanity it’s much better time to find the ones that make war to hunger,illness,stupidity and embrace peace,fraternity etc with all the people from this little blue bubble call planet earth.

If you pay really close attention, LCpl Haerter and Cpl Yale are also in attendance at the Ball, then by the time the short ends, the camera is where they're supposed to be sitting and that's supposed to be the Missing Man table. That part really got me.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Great eye! You’re exactly right. This was actually one of the first scenes we shot for the film. Jordan’s mother was supposed to fly out to join us behind camera but there was a last minute change and she couldn’t make it, so she ordered a bouquet of flowers to the set to wish us good luck-they were never scripted for the scene but I doubt the image would be nearly as powerful without those flowers. I wasn’t sure if the audience would pick up on that metaphor though, so thank you for sharing and taking the time to watch the film! - Joshua

@superdduper93

3 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder Thanks for that small little detail Joshua! The Missing Man table is something I view completely different and whenever I see it I shed a tear, especially when you're able to put on camera what a lot of us think when we see the table. They're there in spirit with all of us at Mess Nights and Balls sitting in those empty seats and I always take note to place a small flower or drink there for them.

@gemayeljones248

3 жыл бұрын

@@superdduper93 facts💯💪🏾💯💪🏾💯

@thesweatleaf

3 жыл бұрын

@@superdduper93 My SNCOIC told us he drank just three drinks during the Ball, if I can correctly recall: for those past Marines, the current Marines and for those who passed in the line of duty. The rest of us got trashed on anything and everything. We gambled all night, showed off and tried to fend off the advances on our dates.

@digitalmoonbooks

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I noticed that right off. Nice side bit of storytelling.

My dad was a Sgt in the Marine Corps, served in the Vietnam War. He told me this story last year when he noticed I use the phrase "Lean In" a lot... I will never forget these men. I just completed Naval Officer training this summer, when I graduate medical school I'll get to care for the brave men and women like them. God Bless.

@The11thOrder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for supporting the film and helping to share their legacy, congratulations on commissioning! - Joshua

@beerdrinker6452

Жыл бұрын

Suspicious comment based on your dad"s age and your age. Hmmm.

@bikelife7672

Жыл бұрын

@@beerdrinker6452 not really. If the dad was born say 1955, he would have still been able to have a child in 2000 making the OP in his early 20s.

@muhammadharuna5566

Жыл бұрын

Ben please can I get to your contact am Nigerian navy personnel

As a retired Australian Army soldier I have had the privilege to serve alongside members of the United States Marine Corps. Their esprit de corps and spirit left a lasting impression on me. Rest assured we have not forgotten the debt we owe the Corps for what they did in the Pacific during WWII. If these marines are the caliber of men serving today the Corps is in very good hands. Semper Fi. Thank you also to the makers of this film. I hope you will continue to make more films.

@killervito

3 жыл бұрын

Sadly politics in the country will destroy this ,

@THeEiLLaTiKi

3 жыл бұрын

Yea... now theyre being forced to participate in cultural marxist bullshit and critical race theory indoctrination. Recently, a poll conducted by USMC found that up to 60% of current Marines would fire upon their fellow citizens. The old corps would have done the opposite and would fire upon the traitor that tried to order them to do so.

@michaelspears7116

3 жыл бұрын

Everyone I know who has served with Australians can't speak more highly of them. Much respect to you, and thank you for always standing by us.

@multipussy123

3 жыл бұрын

Respect and salute to all soldiers, marines, armies in the world saving their countries and people! Thank you soldiers for giving your lives to protect your countries and its people. GOD bless you all!

@angelf3365

3 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi

I am a 60 year old German veteran. I never fight in a war. When I see that film, the tears run down from my face. Those young men 😢 great respect for all the soldiers where fight in foreign countries and gave their lives for freedom. Please excuse my bad English. I hope God keep their souls in heaven and give peace for their families.

@eamonnclabby7067

3 жыл бұрын

Well done sir...E

@rich3154

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, be proud as you were prepared to do the same for your great nation.

@dorisdorothea9364

2 жыл бұрын

I love you as your bad English. Trust me for that.🤗

@williamwallace644

2 жыл бұрын

The UN Security Council never authorized the use of force to overthrow the Iraqi government in the first place. And there's no WMD too after all. They could have been lived though, if not for that vial of detergent powder and the greedy Military-Industrial Complex.

@thomasboland540

7 ай бұрын

​@@williamwallace644let's just ignore the fact saddam was a horrible dictator. We had more than enough human rights violations to intervene on thr behalf of the Iraqi people but it was the WMD that Bush used.

To a Vietnam Marine, the highest compliment he could receive was “You did your job.” To LCpl Haerter and Cpl Yale, you did your job.

@allenbuck5589

2 жыл бұрын

Semper fi. Engr 1371.

@angelf3365

2 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi

I hope the creators of the film aren’t done making movies after this one

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

That's the nicest compliment you could ever have given, thank you for the support! - Joshua

@Sin4edgar

3 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder I stand by their statement

@Sthemingway

3 жыл бұрын

I concur. The pacing of this short film reminds me of the typical NFL Films piece or an ESPN short.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sthemingway So glad you enjoyed it! I’ve been meaning to watch a few of the NBA ones, and it sounds like I have even more reason to do so. Thank you for the pro-tip on that one, always looking to learn! - Joshua

@immunetou2

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same thought as soon as I got to the end.

I don't know how it came up in my recommendations but I loved it. I am russian and our soldiers had situations like that in Chechnya, and I even knew a guy who went through the same there. People like these are heroes. Respect from Russia. RIP to the fallen marines! Semper Fidelis!

@TheDustysix

3 жыл бұрын

Respect from USA to You. Peace.

@warsprite1888

3 жыл бұрын

Just saw this, same, respect from a former soldier in the USA.

@immunetou2

3 жыл бұрын

I always found it amazing that normal people in regular "safe" life take everything so personally, hold ill-will toward someone after choosing to be angry or simply when cut off in traffic. Yet many of my Marines and I could respect our opponents even when trying to kill each other. I say opponents as with few exceptions, folks on the other side were not necessarily enemies, they just happen to be born in a different country, else they might be by my side in that very same fight. An exception being terrorists like ISIS and Al-Qaeda, there is no love lost when they go down. But professionals are professionals. Even track runner, wrestlers, boxers and MMA are able to shake hands 'off the battlefield' (so to speak). Again, there are exceptions, but generally, I hold no ill-will to the person on the other end of the rifle, it was simply survival. Imagine how much we could accomplish if we got passed unimportant emotional reactions and took stock in the intangible value of each person. It would be an amazing world. Until then, Semper Fi Ladies and Gents.

@jackstuttgart8386

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you brother.

@warsprite1888

3 жыл бұрын

@@immunetou2 Here's what soldiers do when the big wigs and heads of state aren't looking since we All got sore feet and fallen arches: A truer detente has never been found. kzread.info/dash/bejne/X5eH1NOLlM-sldI.html Plus I had to have "Ma Pipes" so why not both in the spirit of respect? Any music selections from the Cossack's you'd like to play?

Brought tears to my eyes. I'm an Army vet, but not one with combat time. I bow humbly to all combat veterans and thank you from everything within my soul for your time and sacrifice.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

Salute to you soldier, regardless of combat experience you took the same oath and were ready to sacrifice for our country. That courage demands respect, your service kept others from your community from having to take up arms. Thank you for taking the time to watch the film! - Joshua

@dalebender3380

Жыл бұрын

I too, am an Army veteran who served in the Cold War times. You took the oath just as I did. We did our part, and we cannot regret the past- nor wish to shut the door on it.

@specag31

9 ай бұрын

Thank God for Devil Dogs.

@karenrhoads1598

6 ай бұрын

I wish my dad had encouraged me to join the military...he was AF & was with the SR-71 very early on til his retirement...this is an excellent & moving film

If this doesn't make you shed at least one tear.....then you're a stronger man than I am. I was lucky to serve with marines several times during my 22 years in the Navy. I have nothing but respect for these men. I salute each and everyone of them. Retired Chief; served through 4 wars.

@RaiderOverBoss

3 жыл бұрын

A strong man would shed a tear, only heartless men would not be moved by their sacrifice

@mr.pissedoff1903

3 жыл бұрын

The people who didn’t cry to this haven’t had the same experience, or put themselves in their shoes.

@masterlightjames950

10 ай бұрын

Respect, because they raped more children than you guys? I guess that's how respect is gotten in the US military. Never heard any story of an American serviceman going out of his way to attack or confront a legitimate combatant unless he has no other choice. They're only tough when it comes to women, children and unarmed men.

@Damyankee1989

5 ай бұрын

Thank you all for your service. I pray these wars never come into our borders.

Please continue to make more movies of the Marines who’s stories need to be, not only heard but also seen. Rah.

@a76marine1

3 жыл бұрын

And those of the National Guard who were over there mere months after having a "real life", then having to go back to that "real life" after we've come home.

@beat89widmer26

3 жыл бұрын

My self being Australian, choosing to risk my life for the betterment of the world, is not something I will probably ever fully understand. I severely respect all the fellas who risked everything to support there country, in fighting extreme radicalism.

@lakings505

3 жыл бұрын

@@beat89widmer26 its not only to defend the homeland some join for the benefits like school grants and money, some live in ghetto neighborhoods infested with gangs and drugs and the only way out is the military this is America USA

@beat89widmer26

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, ok, very different to over here...Thanks.

@joefuselier2329

3 жыл бұрын

I am proud to have served with the 2nd Marine Division as a U.S.ARMY soldier. I served in mechanised infantry maintaining the Bradley Fighting Infantry/Cavalry Vehicles M2/M3. It was an honor to support the Marines as the LaV -25 vehicles did not have tow two missed launcher on them. I was asked by my maintenance officer whT Bradley was combat ready. I told him HQ-25. The U.S. Marines rolled into Kuwaiti City and took the fight to The Iraqi Republican Guard! Ooorah! Simper Fidelis! Always Faithful!. Thank you so much for your sacrifice and I am proud and humbled to have served with true heroes! You are what real American service people are all about. DUTY, HONOR, COUNTRY! THANK YOU for your Marine Aircover too ! The F/A Super Hornet and Harrier Jump Jet and Marine Cobra Helicopter gunships and UH1 Huey who brought troops and supplies to the front line! Ooorah! Get Some. J. Fuselier HHC 2nd Armoured Division , Foet Hood, Texas. Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm.

“Some People Wonder All Their Lives If They've Made A Difference, Marines Don't Have That Problem”. Ronald Reagan - 40th President of the United States. I was on Parris Island when he said those words; I was actually 3 feet from him in a "school circle," 20 minutes before he said those words. He told us how proud he was of us, though we were recruits and not even Marines, yet. Maybe he knew we'd become men like those who made the Ultimate Sacrifice - like these two Marine Brothers of mine.

@user-dd8vo7or2d

3 жыл бұрын

No.40 fucked this country for good.

@lmclm1755

3 жыл бұрын

Reagan himself never served in the armed forces.

@billderinbaja3883

3 жыл бұрын

Great story Carlos. Reagan had style and presence, you were lucky to experience that.

@user-dd8vo7or2d

3 жыл бұрын

@@billderinbaja3883 He mixed religion and state. He made the Republicans into clowns and incompetent fools. Don't worship an actor you twerp.

@billderinbaja3883

3 жыл бұрын

@@user-dd8vo7or2d: You sound young, like you are learning something for the first time. Don't be so quick to judge by a few kind words... seeing the good in any person is quite different from "worship".

Semper Fi brothers. You stood your watch and held your ground. You gave your lives to save many others. No higher love than one for his brothers and neighbors! Rest in peace.

@negan2714

3 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi man hope all is well.

@allenbuck5589

2 жыл бұрын

Semper fi. Engr 1371

@markrivera8587

2 ай бұрын

Those cots so comfy lol even in knee deep snow

I'm only an old Bootneck from the UK, who served with my brothers back in the 70's, but one thing I do know is this. The keyboard warriors can carry on their argument about what Corp is better or worse than the other, but all I know is that no matter what country your from, a Marine is a Marine and we are all members of the one Corp. I salute my brothers across the pond, as we will always stand side by side as Marines! These two Leathernecks made sure that their brothers would remain safe and you can't ask anymore than that of a Marine.

@NCPPGpilot

3 жыл бұрын

Hoorah!

@SeriousHifi

3 жыл бұрын

QPO . Qua Patet Orbis

@bevboakes8982

3 жыл бұрын

Once a marine always a marine 🇬🇧🇺🇸

@robertwitenski5781

3 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi

@jackstuttgart8386

3 жыл бұрын

Yes we are and side by side since Chosin.

I remember this day quite vividly, as it started off as a normal day. I was deployed to Ramadi as part of a joint task force that ended up being the keepers of Camp Ramadi. I was one of the few Marines in this unit as well. Anyway, I remember being at the MWR tent getting ready to set up for an event we were supposed to have that day when the explosion happened. The blast was so powerful, it felt as if my chest caved in. I looked up and saw nothing but white smoke. I had no access to the checkpoint so I went to our COC to see what happened. We got the full details later that afternoon and it was crazy. The crater from the explosion was massive. The explosion was early in the morning, and just completely altered the course of the rest of the day. I ended up attending Cpl Yale’s memorial a few days later and the emotion in his 1stSgt’s voice during the roll call was so powerful. What they did was tremendous, and is something I’ve never forgotten about. Thank you for honoring their efforts.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much for sharing your experience from that day, your comment was buried in our inbox so I apologize for responding months later. It was difficult to get a hold of service members who may have been there that day but weren't in Jordan and Jonathan's actual units, I think it's important to hear the perspectives of those that were able to feel and see the impact of this event despite not being in the direct vicinity...definitely speaks to the power of the blast and the loss of life that was spared from Jordan and Jonathan's actions that day. We appreciate you taking the time to watch the film, Semper Fi brother! - Joshua

@allenbuck5589

2 жыл бұрын

Semper fi

No man should die this young. RIP and thank you for your service.

"We sleep soundly in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm." -- George Orwell.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Damn. Stealing that one for the next film...

@agitatorjr

3 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder I just left a comment and I think it was autodeleted because I included a link. I wanted to let you know that's not actually a quote. Google the quote and check out the quote investigator link. Wanted you to know before you used it. Keep making these great films. Semper Fidelis.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

@@agitatorjr I was probably 50/50 on ever using it, I'm appreciative of your taking the time to set the record straight! If anything, you can then use the quote and attribute it to "Anonymous" to seem super mysterious and cultured lol. Semper Fi brother, thank you for supporting the project! - Joshua

@TeamPill

3 жыл бұрын

Idk if Iraq really applies to that quote.

@larrygrecko921

3 жыл бұрын

That is 100% NOT a Orwell quote

Thank you for honoring these two men the way you did. It was day that all of us there will never forget. Rest in Peace Marines. Till Valhalla.

@sesankata

3 жыл бұрын

Oohrah!

@eightball23coop70

3 жыл бұрын

Till Valhalla My Brothers

Thank you for making this film. You've given a voice to those who can't speak for themselves anymore. These Marines will never die as long as we keep their stories and memories alive. Semper Fi.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

That's exactly how we felt about taking on the story, it needed to be shared onscreen and we were shocked it hadn't been made already. Jordan's unit, 1/9, has a motto that always resonates with me: "Speak their names and they are not forgotten." Thank you for taking the time to watch it, Semper Fi brother - Joshua

@kmc9452

3 жыл бұрын

💘 😔 💘 😔 Their sacrifice is our freedom & always has been. With the oil pipeline hacked ( ostensibly by a small splinter Russian hacking group ) and Southern US citizens waiting by side of road for hours - our vulnerability has never been so apparent. After decades of war in the ME, finally a film about Marines ultimate sacrifice there - for our priveleges back home. It seemed like our priveleges were and always will be free, but they're not. Until Valhalla & rest in peace, warriors. 😢

Their action that day will live on in Marine Corps lore. But their actions need to live forever in the collective American conscious by receiving the Medal of Honor.

@zibabird

3 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@navblue20

3 жыл бұрын

As long as there are Marines alive that will remember them they will live forever. You and others need to tell their story Lockwood.

@hudsonbear5038

3 жыл бұрын

Actions like these don't just live on in marine lore... They live on in all those who have served no matter where we are....

@angelf3365

3 жыл бұрын

Why didn’t they get the MOH ?

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

@@angelf3365 They didn't receive the MOH because there were no American witnesses who experienced the blast first-hand as they were all in the barracks at the time. General Kelly, SecDef Mattis, and numerous senators have attempted to change that to no avail. Fortunately, the effort continues. - Joshua

From an old Corpsman who had the honor of serving with the Grunt Marines and experienced Beirut, Lebanon in October of 83. This movie hit home with me. Semper Fi Devil Dogs; my love and admiration for the Corps and all of you who served. HUH RAAH!

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately there were many parallels to Beirut when I first researched the Ramadi events, although in this instance the engineers failing to properly reset the concrete berms most likely led to this attack. And I appreciate your kind words, no better stamp of approval than a Lebanon veteran who served alongside those Marines-thank you for taking the time to watch the film, Semper Fortis! - Joshua

@sitbone3

9 ай бұрын

Semper Fi, Devil Doc.

Civilians can never understand and it's hard for us to put in words, the bond, the emotions that we feel towards our brothers when we serve in combat with each other. This short movie is the closest thing I could ever point to to visually explain that bond and I'm not even sure others would truly understand. I cried through this and laughed really hard in some parts. Thank you.

@ProjecthuntanFish

3 жыл бұрын

Combat sucked but I wouldn't trade the bonds it forged with my fellow Marines for anything in the world!

@brianihle4371

3 жыл бұрын

I’m a civilian, my brother a former US Marine, I understand a lot from me and him talking a lot together!

@unitedwestand5100

2 жыл бұрын

I'm a Combat Veteran, and what's not hard to understand is these men didnt stop anything, and that their leadership failed to give them the proper weaponry to stop that truck. A single .50 Cal heavy MG, or a law, would have done the job, and stopped the truck way forward of their puny little plywood guard post. The weapons they had were way too little to stop that truck... The SOG should have been able to assess the situation, and demand the proper weapons. Now, the two Marines are dead... Bless their heart, but they never had a chance. The Corps failed them....

@jamesdavis8731

2 жыл бұрын

@@unitedwestand5100 You are only partially correct. They did stop something MUCH worse from happening. If that truck had gotten through the checkpoint, through the gate - many more would have died. These Marines stood their ground and stopped the truck from penetrating even further into the compound - where, as I said, many more would have died. As far as not having the proper equipment; you are right. They should have been equipped with heavier weapons - but their courage to stand their ground - they could have ran away like the Iraqi's did - is what makes them heroes. Semper Fi.

@unitedwestand5100

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesdavis8731 ,. It looked to me like the truck stopped purposely, on it's own for 2 or 3 seconds, then it detonated. It didnt coast to a stop. It stopped, and not by their fire. Granted, they didnt run, no American soldier would have, but I hardly think they stopped it with small arms fire.

What a powerful story of courage. There is no greater love than a man lay down his life for others!

I just watched this and it’s been 6 days since the 12 marines and 1 navy man got blown up by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan it’s really made me grateful of the lifestyle I can have while others are out there putting there lives on the line for us.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

I deployed to Afghanistan myself, I know Iraq was much different but no less a clusterf*** unfortunately. How all that went down is both heartbreaking and disgusting, but I still don’t think there was a clean option to leave the moment we invaded in the first place. I hope we all learn from this experience. We do appreciate you taking the time to watch the film, your support helps us share this story and keep their memories alive - Joshua

@rich3154

2 жыл бұрын

I am a retired army first sergeant with 4 tours in iraq. This film made me cry, as I seen this time and Time again. To all my brothers and sisters I love you all. Till Valhalla or fidlers green we will meet again.

@jamesdavis8731

2 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder I am a former Marine (but actually, once always) and there is no doubt in my mind no matter how we tried to leave Afghanistan it was going to be ugly. There was/is no way to pull out of a country like that when almost the entire Army and security forces surrender so quickly. Should we have known they would not fight? Probably, but to fall that fast is a disgrace. A total disgrace. Afghanistan is a cluster fuck because of the population there. Most REALLY do not want to change. If they really wanted to, they would have. For 20 f'ing years American's put their asses on the line to help that country become better, and within WEEKS the Afghans themselves gave up. Disgraceful.

I’m glad you made this short film about this incident. Otherwise I would never know these 2 hero’s incredible story. They saved the lives of every other marine in that outpost. Speechless

@The11thOrder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching the film and supporting their story, your view helps to make sure their legacy is never forgotten! - Joshua

Semper Fidelis Marines ! your sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten. 82nd Airborne vet here , will NEVER forget.

Its 0444 here and as I sit and watch this short film of 3 Warriors,1 that is one hell of an Officer, 2 that the world would have never really known had they not been the Watchman On The Wall that fateful day. On this early morning, I am a wreck of emotions,tears welled up and rolling down my cheek in sorrow, yet at the same time, immense pride in my Brotherhood. RIP Semper Fi. A very powerful short film that captures the essence of a Marine Grunt in our downtime and in combat

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Having an infantryman compliment the film's authenticity is really powerful for me, and especially how you connected with Jordan and Jonathan's story. I wanted to honor them as best I could but you never know if you succeeded or not until you actually put the film out there. From one vet to another, thank you for taking the time to watch the film-Semper Fi brother! - Joshua

Wonderful! I was on Camp Ramadi that day and we heard and felt the explosion. These Marines were heroes among heroes. Gen. Kelly was my boss for our 2008 deployment to Anbar Province. Well done. Happy to speak on behalf of this film, these Marines or Gen. Kelly, if ever needed.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Always great to hear from another combat correspondent! I just checked out your channel, hell of a career and great work-sharing the link however you see fit is the best way to support the project right now. Thank you for taking the time to watch the film and I appreciate the support! - Joshua

@MountaintravelerEddie

3 жыл бұрын

Amy, we have met many times before, I’m now retired from the Marine Corps. From Kosovo in 1999 To Iraq from the invasion in 2003....2004...2005...2006...2007...2008....then to the Mountain Warfare Training Center...then to Afghanistan 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014....I was there when Camp Bastion went under attack, I was in front of the ADACG when it happened. I first met you in Guam...again in Iraq....now we meet here. Gen. Kelly was the CG of MNF-W, Al-Anbar. I went around to many of the bases there, not sure if you remember the 42 mortars that hit the base...I was there....this film...I was there as well....from Al-Asad, TQ and other bases, I was there. This is another strange time we meet. Small world. You’re a cool woman, keep doing what you’re doing. Semper USMC / Retired

@eamonnclabby7067

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this powerful story....so many more ...my nieces husband survived an RPG hit outside Al Amarrah...stuff like this rarely gets press coverage , the Danny Boy clash and subsequent legal proceedings is dramatised on BBC 2 this Wednesday..best wishes from the wirral...E

@cra7875

2 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder Oh, the gases, the stokers, and among you his sons are prostitutes. You came to Iraq, and it was a terrifying reaction. You do not try to make your soldiers heroes. Did you forget Fallujah and Najaf, they made you cry, be women?

These men should be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor

This is why we Marines stand apart. To my father and my younger brother who are no longer among us. Until Valhalla .

@allenbuck5589

2 жыл бұрын

Semper fi

This gives me chills down my spine. Amazing Marines and great man. Semper Fidelis. Fair Winds and Following Seas Marines. Rest Easy

These 2 fine young Warriors absolutely deserve to have this movie made in their Honor, Thank you to whoever made this film and to the person that posted on YT.

@The11thOrder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our film and experienced Jonathan and Jordan’s stories, our goal was to share their legacy with as wide an audience as possible and KZread really allowed us to do that. We appreciate your support! - Joshua, writer/director

Thank you for honoring these Marines by making this movie. Thank you for your service to all of those that serve and have served.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

We appreciate your support in sharing the story further, thank you for taking the time to watch the film!

@larscw74

2 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder to me it's easy to support those that choose to put their lives on the line to protect the last bastion of freedom on earth. This beautiful nation that I now call my home has a debt to all that serve.

"They never stepped back" that says it all.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

No hesitation, it may be a little corny to say but in those moments they really did embody “honor, courage, and commitment.” Thank you for taking the time to watch the film! - Joshua

I literally saw the irl video of this earlier today much appreciated that you guys made this. Rest In Peace.

This was such a powerful film. The unflinching bravery of these men will live on forever.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping to keep their memory alive and supporting our film - Joshua

@4thamendment237

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely no doubt.

@cra7875

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, the gases, the stokers, and among you his sons are prostitutes. You came to Iraq, and it was a terrifying reaction. You do not try to make your soldiers heroes. Did you forget Fallujah and Najaf, they made you cry, be women?

Semper Fi to all Marines, past, present, and future.

Holy crap, what a story. Thank you Yale and Haerter for what you did, and thank you The 11th Order for telling their story.

Seeing the two empty seats at the birthday ball hit me hard, friggin woke up the ninja that cuts onions around here. He always comes around during these types of videos.

That was well done Marines. I am proud of you and count my time standing post in Ramadi as one of the most difficult times of my life. You have done a great service to your brothers.

As a retired Navy Corpsman with 2 tours with the Marines, I can honestly say I was treated with more respect and comaraderie by my brother Marines than I ever was by my own Navy..

@The11thOrder

Жыл бұрын

Corpsmen are the guardian angels we are blessed with-Marines (unfortunately) have a bad habit of overlooking other services out of judgement, but a Navy Corpsman is always held in the highest esteem because they're crazy enough to run to the fight right alongside us. Thank you for all you did for the Corps, and we appreciate you taking the time to support the film and share this story with the world! - Joshua

@Griff0331

Жыл бұрын

You are a Marine brother

@sitbone3

9 ай бұрын

Semper Fi, Devil Doc.

Not only US Marines but showed true American spirit. RIP

@MrYuso-tr5vi

3 жыл бұрын

American who ??

Superb realistic depiction of Marines on liberty and in action. These two men stood firm when most would flee. Semper Fi.

"We few, we happy few, we Band of Brothers, for he who is willing to shed his blood with me, shall be my brother!" God Speed Good Marines!!!!! Semper Fi!!!

I was there in Afghanistan part of 3/5 when General Kelly's son was killed. His son was a good man and a good leader and I had the honor of meeting and saluting him. RIP Lt Kelly.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing that, initially as the film was produced and developed we weren’t able to hear the accounts of Marines outside of the moment itself. The fact that Gen. Kelly gave the speech so soon after his son’s passing speaks volumes about that family’s commitment to honor and sacrifice. Truly inspiring! We appreciate you taking the time to watch the film, your support helps to share this story even further and keeps their memories alive. Semper Fi! - Joshua

RIP and Semper Fi, brothers. “No greater love hath a man than he lay down his life for his friends”. From an Army combat vet 😔

@The11thOrder

Жыл бұрын

We appreciate you helping us share their legacy with a larger audience, thank you for taking the time to watch our film! - Joshua

@Atomic568

Жыл бұрын

Sorry but that statement comes from the Bible.

@The11thOrder

Жыл бұрын

@@Atomic568 I believe Frank knew that, and the actors actually quoted that on set! (I did not keep it in the film.) - Joshua

@frankeppenridge2027

Жыл бұрын

@@Atomic568 Yeah, no kidding fool. If you noticed, I was quoting. It’s a well known quote. Show some respect

@Wookie120

8 ай бұрын

When I served in The Army as a tank crewman, and even now I live my life by that phrase. Indeed, there can be NO greater love than to lay down your life that others may live. Always had the greatest respect for the Marines, inter service rivalry aside. When I pulled Guard Duty, as much as I hated it, I knew its importance, that others relied on me to keep them safe, and I took that duty very seriously. I hope and pray that had i found myself in their place, that I to would have responded, and given my last full measure of devotion to God, my fellow soldiers, my loved ones, and my country. I stand humbled by their bravery, their devotion to duty, and their courage. I salute you. Also, this old soldier shed tears as I watched this movie. Remember them all, Honor them all! Lest we forget, lest we forget.

It’s very sad that some of the comments vary into the politics of the conflict and the country. It seems to me that this short film is about celebrating the sacrifice that two young men made and that they made their decision based upon the training and ethos of the Marine Corps. The question about whether the sacrifices of these men and all others, including many civilians, were justified or “worth it” is contentious. The question about the direction of military policy is also contentious. What should not be contentious and must be the lasting message of this film is that there are still men and women who put serving their country above their own lives. From an Englishman with a 130 year family history of service in the Royal Marines. Still going today with a son in 43 Commando.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

This. So much this. Thank you for pointing this out, it’s difficult for some to understand that service members don’t deploy to win wars, and they don’t deploy to satisfy political agendas. They volunteer to serve for reasons across the spectrum, but the overarching theme is they are taking the place of someone in your community, to serve your community. What they are asked to do is out of their hands, that’s the very nature of enlisting and commissioning into a service. As I wrote into the script, “there’s no glory in this, just good friends dying far from home.” You’re never out there thinking about winning anything, you’re trying to keep your buddies alive and perform the job you were trained for. That’s it. Haerter and Yale were 19 and 20 years old respectively. Someone had to stand at that gate that day regardless of the circumstances of what put the gate there...and these two young men traded their lives for the safety of the 150 people behind them-50 U.S. Marines, 100 Iraqi Police-who would have been hit with 2,000 pounds of explosives. Context be damned, they’re heroes. Thank you for supporting the film, and we appreciate your family’s service and sacrifice ✌🏽 - Joshua

@rrudydedogg3779

3 жыл бұрын

As a Vietnam veteran I fully appreciate what you so eloquently stated and as one who also bore the burden of the ill informed and politically charged vocal minority that accused us of heinous acts when all we did was our duty for our fellow service members and our country. God bless both Jon Yale and Jordan Hearter. Semper Fi!

@warsprite1888

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a U.S. Desert Shield and Storm vet with two more runs back to the "sand box" afterwords and I'm here to tell you that I count their dead along with mine so Politics has nothing to do with any of this, honoring these men's or anyone else's sacrifices Is. I lost friends, 2 best friends to be honest, and I'll be damned if Anyone will dishonor their memory so I'd protect theirs too which is why I count theirs with mine, we are all one big family, it's just that some of us are Above ground still walking around for however long whatever god decides to let us do so. These two "Brothers from Other Mothers" did their duty and acquitted themselves honorably paying a heavy price so their own brothers and sisters could go home. No act any human being is capable of is deserving of more respect. Politics has Nothing To Do With That. So upon saying all that and in the tradition: (Hand Salute!)........Much Respect, Rest Well Brothers and say Hi to my guys for me! @Theo FarmManager Will offer prayers that your son comes home safe from whatever deployments he goes thru. Here's wishing you and yours all the best from a grumpy old vet in America plus I hope you don't mind they are offered in my "poopy American accent" as one young lady in the UK told me but it's all I got.

@nightsharkski

3 жыл бұрын

Respect!

@eamonnclabby7067

3 жыл бұрын

Seconded from your friends across the pond, stay safe and well over there everyone, best wishes from the wirral...E

Six Seconds in Ramadi: The Stand of L/Cpl Jordan Haerter & Cpl Jonathan Yale | April 2008 In March 2008, the 1/9th Marines, USMC, deployed to Ramadi, Iraq. A month later, a detachment of 50 Marines were moved to Joint Security Station Nasser where they were to take over from a contingent of Marines from the 2/8th Marines, who were scheduled to return home to America in a few weeks time. Security for Joint Security Station Nasser was provided by two checkpoints and, on the 22 April 2008, Lance Corporal Jordan Haerter, of the 1/9th Marines, and Corporal Jonathan Yale, of the 2/8th Marines, were together holding post at one of the checkpoints. For two hours, the two Marines carried out their duty when a VBIED began to drive at full speed towards the checkpoint gate. In six seconds, L/Cpl Haerter & Cpl Yale made a heroic decision that saved the lives of over 150 American & Iraqi personnel. This video is dedicated to the memory of Lance Corporal Jordan Haerter & Corporal Jonathan Yale. Semper Fi kzread.info/dash/bejne/dZeNzKODgrSYZrQ.html

Amazing production... lighting, sound, vidography... script, charachter development, editing... acting, direction. I did not expect this. Thank you.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to watch the film-we’ll continue forward and bring high quality filmmaking for the military community 🇺🇸 - Joshua

I knew how it was going to end and it still jacked me up. Rest easy, warriors. Semper

I’m glad to see someone so talented make a film to honor our brothers. Only another Marine would be able to truly capture it the way we all would understand. Thanks Joshua

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you so much for the kind words-this film was both a huge responsibility in trying to honor these young men, and a very real opportunity to show Marines in their element without watering down the language and culture. Not enough civilian projects out there do the research or care to be authentic. I appreciate you taking the time to watch the film! - Joshua

I hope they make more videos. I lost two soldiers in the Middle East in 1980. RIP Kevin and Keith.

They stood their ground. God bless their souls and the ultimate service they gave to their comrades, and to us, who never swerved. Thank you for your service, heroes, and men of honour!

I was brought here after watching several news about the fall of Afghanistan to the Talibans and it’s heartbreaking to see those people begging for help to flee from their country especially women and kids, and the presence of soldiers gives hope and relief to them. Thanks to all soldiers who bravely and selflessly risk and even sacrifice their lives for the pursuit of peace and to keep us civilians walk safe around. There strength and dedication is insurmountable, their enormous kindness to defend the oppressed is uncompensated. Soldiers are the toughest people, they’re the real heroes indeed. Supermans. The resilience they bear in order to keep standing firm and keep fighting despite being in the middle of the warzone, witnessing chaotic and horrible scenes. They are are amazing. So much respect to all types of military. May God bless you all. Your work is extortionately difficult and significant. The world is grateful to you.

Semper Fi Marines - An inspiration to all of us - Could we use those six seconds better? No Words

I remember the first time I heard this speech, I cried. Years later and multiple times listening to it, and I still tear up. God has blessed us all for by giving us men like these heroes.

@The11thOrder

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you sharing your experience, that speech hit me the same way, and really drew me to these two young men and the sacrifices they made. Thank you for watching the film and helping to share their legacy further! - Joshua

I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved.

@cripplegunsmith1

3 жыл бұрын

I learned the General Orders 25 years ago and I still recite them from time to time. We all bitched about guard duty, but it was a fundamental principle of the Army and I know my team and I took it to heart. Gate guard, ammo shed, intel shop...it didn't matter. No one gets past. And if we didn't have the rotation, we sent our guards pizza and soda. If they like us, maybe they will work a little harder to keep us safe!

@brianquadflieg5578

Ай бұрын

Or u fall asleep which ever comes first

I know soldiers make the ultimate sacrifice, Thank You All. Thank you guys for making this film for us civilians to learn and appreciate each and every service man & woman.

It took me about 20 mins to realise that it was their spirits that was sat in that room whilst the speech was taking place Too many brave young men and women have given up their life for us to have ours, it's about time that those boys and girls cone home so they too can be safe. What defines to be a hero........ LCpl Jordan Haerter and Cpl Jonathan Yale, R.I.P goodnight God bless and thankyou

I remember this like it was yesterday. I was just a short distance away from Ramadi in Fallujah. The news of these Marines bravery spread very fast and although sad I was very proud of these men.

Superbly done!!! My father served in Vietnam he made it back home but the war came with him. May anyone who served and serves be ever vigilant and steadfast. You have my solemn thanks from my heart.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to watch the film, and it makes me feel so grateful to know we have the families of service members and veterans connecting with the story-that was always part of the mission! - Joshua

Not sure which choked me up more, the movie or the heartfelt comments. Semper Fi brothers and sisters.

I'd heard the story "6 Seconds to Live." I was moved by it when I heard it. This film really brought it home in a way words could not. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our men and women in all the military branches of the USA for their service - past, present, & future. I pray those serving or intending to serve will return home safely.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

That you knew this story already and still felt just as affected by the film means so much to us, we wanted to do our best to reflect their powerful sacrifice and you're never sure if you truly accomplished it or not. As a veteran myself, thank you for appreciating all who serve...it does mean a lot. Stay safe! - Joshua

Hats off to those marines.deep respect from the bottom of my heart.may peace prevail on the earth.

I thought this was a trailer for a new movie, but when I watched it I saw a powerful film. Amazing! Speechless as what to write. A powerful honoring of two men with the courage of a thousand and wonderful film making. I can't wait to see more!

The acting is incredible, all the dialog feels super natural

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

We appreciate the kind words! Our actors did everything they could to immerse themselves in Marine culture on set, and having served myself I wanted to bring in familiar Marine-ism's and memories of conversations I'd had to really sell the authenticity. Thank you for taking the time to watch the film!

You did a great job man. I'm all choked up. I remember reading about these guys in school and they kinda sealed the deal for me enlisting in the Marines forever ago.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the kind words, and they truly embody the very best of what a United States Marine stands for. Thank you for helping to keep their memory alive and supporting our film, Semper Fi - Joshua

@jonryannerickson9848

2 жыл бұрын

Amazing to heat these guys influence reached so far. Semper fi brother

How disappointing to see the number of thumbs down for this excellent work by these dedicated film-makers. Their work is an homage to two young men who in the blink of an eye made a decision to do their duty to the fullest. It cost them their lives but saved over 150 other lives both American and Iraqi. For those of you clicking the thumbs down button could you even consider taking six seconds to think of anyone other than yourself? If you think this film was making political statements you completely missed the point. Self-sacrifice is not the normal default mode for people today. Thank god there are still those that are willing to commit to that ideal so that you actually have the ability to even hit the thumbs down button.

@stribble78

3 жыл бұрын

The thumbs downs that your seeing are the one's who would have left that sandbag bunker to save there self. No honor, 1st to criticize last to lace up there boots!

@rdc102661

2 жыл бұрын

The thumbs down are from snowflakes and retards, at the end, what does a Lion care for the opinions of mice..

@williamwallace644

2 жыл бұрын

The UN Security Council never authorized the use of force to overthrow the Iraqi government in the first place. And there's no WMD too after all. They could have been lived though, if not for that vial of detergent powder and the greedy Military-Industrial Complex.

As a filmmaker who is now just starting my first year in film school I wish I could've had the honor and privilege of working on this film and others like it. Such an amazing film.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the compliment! I completed “The 11th Order” in my fourth year in film school, and while I think we definitely tightroped the limits of our skill sets and abilities I think you should really go for it when you have the opportunity to. Stand out from the rest, push yourself creatively, and gain the experience necessary to move forward on to features. We’ve got more projects in the pipeline, depending on where you’re going to school we’d love to have you aboard in some capacity! Thank you for taking the time to watch the film, and good luck with the start of your career! - Joshua

@justinlee835

3 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder I am in awe that you were able to create this prior to graduating. I’m quite curious about how you were able to do that. I’ll be attending chapman university this fall, as a film production major with an emphasis in cinematography. This film really touched me as I read the general’s speech prior to enlisting in the marine. Sadly I was not good enough to complete my training but I’ll never forget their courage!

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

@@justinlee835 To be fair I was a graduate student and I’d shot and edited in the Corps for about four years, I didn’t have directing experience when I came in but the University of Texas requires four films before you graduate...which is a blessing, because you know the opportunities are guaranteed and you’re able to take risks without worrying you wouldn’t be able to make another project. I was dependent on the generosity and passion of the military community in making this film, it required immense sums of money I neither had nor could have amassed without outside help. But at the end of the day we were operating off of instincts and a history of working together...I think it is extremely important to build a team around you at the start, build that trust and then grow together as filmmakers. I have a tight knit production team that covers my weaknesses and bolsters my strengths, without them the film wouldn’t have gotten made. And really, it took their 110% effort beyond their crew titles even to make sure we reached the finish line. So my best advice to you is find those collaborators who question your decisions but have faith in your vision, contrarians in the room produce the best results and that trust you build creates better art.

@justinlee835

3 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder you’re an amazing inspiration, and filmmaker. Thank you for the wisdom, I’ll definitely keep that in mind, I hope I’ll have a team as great and amazing as you. Best of luck to your future projects!

My company landed the night before into Ramadi. I woke up the next morning and witnessed this from about 500 yards away. This day had a huge impact on my mindset for the rest of my deployment. Shortly after this, it was a huge task force to end the IED threat in that area, including Fallujah. I was proud to be part of that group and work alongside 1st and 2nd MEF.

This is one of those stories that is legend in the Corps. First heard about it in boot, never thought I'd see it pop up on KZread.

As an OIF amd OEF veteran this film really hit me lot differently than most. Got me thinking about many of my Battle buddies that didn't come back with me. #3rdACR #FORTHOOD

@Marine2111usmc

Жыл бұрын

Same here 1st Mar Div. 2000-2006

@davidwright1402

8 ай бұрын

Sorry for your losses brother-Doc W.

After watching this, you just want to sit for awhile and meditate. What a powerful story? Thank you to everyone behind putting this together. You did an amazing job!

@jonryannerickson9848

2 жыл бұрын

I was in the city that day and still tear up seeing this

I only listened to General Kelly's speech yesterday. He had only just lost his own Marine officer son yet still have the speech. Unbelievable really but that's what duty and honour mean. All of these young men and women who stand in harms way are the very best of us. Thoughts and prayers from the other side of the pond. Semper Fidelis and Per Marre Per Terram.

Semper fi . I was in 2/9 and 3/7. Once a marine always a marine. RIP my brothers

Salute to these brave marines from An Air warrior from India.

Proud of you Josh and everyone involved and all of my other brothers and sisters past and present!

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for always supporting my work, we're a special breed of crazy that never backs down. Stay safe out there brother! - Joshua

I've known of their brave last stand for awhile .im glad u made a movie to cement their place in history. Great job to you and all involved in the making of this fine film.

... Mr. Joshua DeFour very much appreciated and honor to watch this "The 11th Order"...

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking time out of your day to watch it! I appreciate the support 😬🙏🏽 - Joshua

Some people will never understand. RIP gentleman.

@cripplegunsmith1

3 жыл бұрын

If you have to explain it, they won't understand. If they understand, you never have to explain. It took me years to realize this. Some VA counselors are great, but most don't get it.

And "Valor is a gift. Those having it never know for sure whether they have it till the test comes." -- Carl Sandburg.

Thanks for the film. There are countless of stories like these from both the Army and Marines in Iraq and Afghanistan.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

We appreciate you taking the time to watch the film, your view not only helps us share this story but also supports our next military documentary projects. We’re hoping to tell more stories very soon, stay tuned and subscribed! - Joshua

25 yr USAF vet with 3 combat deployments, flying and directing close air support for US Marines was the single most important thing I ever did. We love Marines. A different breed.

@The11thOrder

2 ай бұрын

We appreciate your service and kind words, thank you for taking the time to watch the film and support your fellow veterans! - Joshua

Hats off and hand over my heart to all who've served in any of The United States Armed Forces. My honest thanks to you for Your Service. God bless you and know that your sacrifice hasn't gone unappreciated. Prayers and Love 🙏😔❤️✝️♥️

God Bless the Family and friend's and fellow Marines of LCpl. Hearter and Cpl. Yale! The bravest of the brave!!!

As I cry for you I say THANK YOU. You will never be forgotten

from an air force veteran, thank you marines!

I have 30 years of service and my assignments somehow always kept me safe . I started as an enlisted Marine and I ended up an Army medical officer . I can’t help but feel guilty watching these young kids giving their lives for us . I pray that their families find peace

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

I felt the same way when I first read this speech and I still deployed to Afghanistan, I think that guilt reveals your compassion and empathy more than anything. People focus so much on Marines being tough and badass, but I’ve always felt our strongest attributes are those that urge us to help wherever we can and give forth our time and energy to be of service to people-regardless of context or cause. Thank you for taking the time to watch the film, Semper Fi - Joshua

@angelf3365

3 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder it was an awesome and powerful film . Please keep making them

@davidwright1402

8 ай бұрын

@@The11thOrder Agreed the heartless crayon-eating killer is such a disservice to Marines, now they are by far the most elite of the 4 branches. I could not have been more proud of the 5 years I took care of my Sailors and Marines, Doc Wright (1984-1989) Semper Fi Josh!

the quality of this is like of a channel with 10 million subscribers! Good job 👍🏻

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

We’d love to get there some day, that would definitely help us share this story with a wider audience! If you want to help us tell more military stories please share this channel and the film with your family and friends-thank you for taking the time to watch the film 😌🙏🏽 - Joshua

I was with 1/9 until Dec ‘06, when our entire section was pulled to deploy with RCT-6 to Fallujah. We got home in January ‘08 and subsequently transferred back to 1/9 in March, as they were deploying. So, we were quickly transferred throughout the Division. I remember hearing about this shortly after it happened. Fast forward a year, and I was now the SNCOIC of a unit in Johnstown, PA. My Marines and I drove down to Quantico to attend the presentation of the Navy Cross to both families by the Secretary of the Navy. It was something I will never forget, nor will they. Semper Fi!

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

That is such a powerful memory to share, I appreciate you posting it for the community. Are you part of the 1/9 Association? If not you really should join, they're going to have a reunion in October in San Antonio and it's a special way to meet other 1/9 Marines from OIF, OEF, Desert Storm, and Vietnam, share stories over pints, and have an all around great time. The film will play there as well and we will be commemorating Jordan Haerter with his mother in attendance. I'm sure she would love to meet you. Semper Fi brother, and thank you so much for watching the film - Joshua

@malarson1349

3 жыл бұрын

@@The11thOrder oddly enough, in 2006, the 1/9 Association had a reunion in Branson, MO. Being that the unit was reactivating, the Association contacted the Bn Co and asked him to come and be the guest speaker. He was otherwise engaged, so he asked the SgtMaj to find someone to attend on the commands behalf, and serve as the guest speaker. He asked me to do it, and I happily obliged. It was one of the greatest honors of my career.

Stumbled on this and glad I did. Great story and one that needed telling. RIP Brave Lads. Respect from the UK

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching the film and supporting the project, we’re hoping to share this story as far it can go to keep these Marines’ legacies alive. - Joshua

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Semper Fi brothers.

Everthing I try to write seems not nearly enough. So I'll keep it simple. Semper Fi Brother's you are the embodiment of the USMC. Honor, Courage, Commitment. Rest in Peace.

@The11thOrder

3 жыл бұрын

No truer words. Their actions truly stand as an example of selfless courage that all Marines should aspire to. - Joshua

@jeu3942

3 жыл бұрын

Ramadi sucks where I got hit by an IED and lost a leg. Only a leg though 17 of my brothers didn't make it back. V 1/6 Cold Steel 2nd Platoon 2006 Semper Fi

@williestalnaker8819

3 жыл бұрын

Rahhhh....Semper Fi my brothers....you will live on in all of us that carry on with the mission of figuring out where we go from here and wondering if we deserve to ever even get their.

@cra7875

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, the gases, the stokers, and among you his sons are prostitutes. You came to Iraq, and it was a terrifying reaction. You do not try to make your soldiers heroes. Did you forget Fallujah and Najaf, they made you cry, be women?

Former 3/8 Wpns Co...97-05! Great work on this film. Rest in peace Brothers! Semper Fi

I was with 1/9 in Vietnam The Walking Dead 68-69 Dewey Canyon operation in A Shau Valley 65 day of active combat firefights at night, mortar and 122 rocket attacks in the day time. 800+ wounded including myself, the last 3 days in the bush I came down with Malaria and Typhoid fever I found out after I was taken to the hospital I refused to get medevac because we took many casualties and MIA’s at times was running with a 106* temperature. 1/9 you just keep going. I was proud to serve 1st Battalion 9th Marines The Walking Dead. Thank you for showing this video. I was with H&S Co. weapons

@The11thOrder

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"Speak their names and they are not forgotten." I remember going to my first 1/9 Association banquet and hearing that mantra, and it really guided me through production of the film. Some of the coolest Marines I've ever met, and the kind of men you knew would always have your back. Thank you for supporting the film and helping to share this story with a wider audience-Semper Fi! - Joshua

This is history and needs to be told.Just a glimpse of one story about two brave men.Important to know what our boys went through.

The whole world knows that a United States Marine is built different and this TRUE STORY is just another testament to that. Rest in peace with my Unwavering GRATITUDE and RESPECT

That was beautiful. This came on my feed a day before my city will be welcoming home our fallen Marine hero that gave his life at the Kubal airport a few weeks ago. May God give his family strength and a sense of peace.

@The11thOrder

2 жыл бұрын

This comment really hit me-I’ve been thinking a lot about those Marines, some of them too young to have even been alive on 9/11, standing guard at that airport to try and get Americans and Afghans to safety while the rest of the world raged in blog posts and podcasts from the comforts of their couch cushions. For the past few weeks those Marines really were the best of us, perhaps our most honorable, standing as the only tangible evidence of our commitment to protecting those we’d left behind. Heroes indeed, and they will not be forgotten by the tens of thousands that made it out-Americans and Afghans alike. Thank you for supporting our project and taking the time to watch the film, you’re helping us share Jordan and Jonathan’s story with a wider audience. We appreciate you, please stay safe out there - Joshua

So I went to school with Jonathan Yale middle school and high school one of the most good-hearted people I've ever met in my life I'm 37 now I remember hearing about Jonathan died I didn't believe it turned out to be true this is the first time I've ever seen this clip and it's not surprising knowing how good-hearted he was he was willing to go like that. Selfless RIP Jonathan Yale and the other soldier that lost his life as well

@The11thOrder

4 ай бұрын

From every interview and interaction with Jonathan’s friends and family that we met prior to filming it was clear that he was the kind of person who lit up a room and made everyone laugh. What I tried to also capture however, was an unfortunate shift in his demeanor, a darkness that had overtaken him that his mother recalled seeing over her video calls with him just days before the explosion. After his best friend took his own life-LCpl. Curtis Christensen, who was also deployed to Iraq at that time-Yale was apparently never the same. He had lost weight, wasn’t sleeping very well and didn’t appear his normal goofy self. But because of the budget and length constraints of a short film I didn’t want the audience to only see that version of him, because then they’d assume he’d usually be dark and detached instead of the vibrant personality he was always known to be. Instead I tried to merge these shifts in personality to account for his newfound apathy and cynicism while still expressing that sense of humor and genuine warmth, he’s rougher and surlier than he was before he deployed but he’s still authentic to the memories shared with us. And from all accounts Jonathan Yale was truly a one of a kind personality-one you’d never forget meeting. Thank you so much for sharing your perspective and helping us keep his legacy alive, we appreciate the support! - Joshua