Thank you, Mr. Ballen, for the retelling of my dad's story. His 6 hours in hell mission is unbelievable and one he didn't like to relive, but he told it in hopes of inspiring those who heard it. He never took credit for being a hero, although in all of our eyes he is one. He always said the real heroes are the ones who never came home. By the way, our family just celebrated the 40th Anniversary of my father receiving the Medal of Honor. Again, well done Mr. Ballen. -Yvette Benavidez Garcia, Roy's proud daughter. #TangoMikeMike

@parkerjenkinsx

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to your dad for his service.

@willtobin7645

3 жыл бұрын

Your dads a hero

@miltonrivera6309

3 жыл бұрын

Yes a super hero. 💪

@jaytrace1006

3 жыл бұрын

Ma’am, I’ve heard your dad’s story before, and am amazed and inspired by him each time. I wish I was half the man he was on his worst day.

@jmiconcarry9464

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard your dad’s story many times. I can only imagine the internal strength of mind required to overcome the overwhelming physical trauma he endured and to keep fighting to save others. His story should never be forgotten. I’ve shared your father’s story with my children and hopefully they will share it with their own kids someday. I like to tell my kids that life will knock you down a million different ways, it’s your job to find a million and one ways to get back up. Inspired by your Dad. Thank you

I found the secret- it was Roys ability to walk normally while carrying the largest set of balls on Earth.

@susanhigh5190

3 жыл бұрын

Amen to that. He was truly one of a kind

@andrearamirez9924

3 жыл бұрын

Fuckin' titanium nuts...

@MommiDonni1

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@Sometimesitsabitch

3 жыл бұрын

Right!...WATERMELONS !

@Mumbamumba

3 жыл бұрын

It seems like his wounded comrades weren't the only thing he had to drag around.

Let’s not forget about that pilot 🙏 he sacrificed his self to get them out. RIP.

@MissSeaSea

3 жыл бұрын

I know, when he said that I was like OH NO!! 🤭

@schamberlain1

3 жыл бұрын

Pilots are as tough as grunts. They Ain't no POG's.

@rylandbrown8874

3 жыл бұрын

Arguably could have been saved if he didn’t go back for the fallen!

@RangerDanger66

3 жыл бұрын

@@schamberlain1 lol ignorant af

@billf.6551

3 жыл бұрын

@@schamberlain1 hell yeah they’re the ones literally flying face first into that danger. Most of the time basically defenseless going in and out of hot zones

Roy deserves a movie. He was literally a superhero

@user-oz2hf5st3v

3 ай бұрын

totally agree on this one

@arcanery6604

2 ай бұрын

Got 3 movies already of Roy. Rambo l ll n lll

I have heard Roy's story so many times and avery time I am amazed. Three things about Roy's story: -Who was the helicopter pilot? -Why no one has made a movie about his life? -Diabetes is a really horrific thing, because Roy died by its complications.

@Orphioux

5 ай бұрын

I've never seen anyone accidentally typo Avery before, you must really love birds. I have a feeling his family may either A:) Not want a movie about his life made. or B:) Everytime a studio contacts them to check if it's okay they may try to demand an absurd cut of the profits.

@Mzwilder2238

5 ай бұрын

@@OrphiouxI have seen it.. talk to text and English second language speakers

@Orphioux

5 ай бұрын

@@Mzwilder2238 ...You didn't feel like I might have been joking at all?

@brentpeterson918

4 ай бұрын

@@Orphioux😂

@unbreakable1355

3 ай бұрын

Ever heard of forest gump

Viet Cong: We have an army. Americans: We have a Roy.

@exofiber5509

3 жыл бұрын

Viet cong RUN FOR YOUR LIVES

@uphillhomestead6188

3 жыл бұрын

I love this comment ❤️

@deontrejones4043

3 жыл бұрын

They don't make people like Roy anymore.

@thammerit6989

3 жыл бұрын

@@deontrejones4043 that’s true

@giantperaon5169

3 жыл бұрын

@@deontrejones4043 cause they are made in vietnam

I'm convinced that Death owed Roy 1 favor... The other 36 favors was Death saying to himself, "Well hold on, I wanna see where this goes".

@GudJonnyCakes

3 жыл бұрын

Lmao frfr

@mcgusto246

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣👏🏾👏🏾 I think this belongs to u 🏆 😂😂😂

@nongchinir4014

3 жыл бұрын

underrated comment

@chaiman8554

3 жыл бұрын

Holy this is frickn amazing

@chaiman8554

3 жыл бұрын

Yung Daz • 13 years ago omg your name got me lol

Imagine being the enemy seeing a man with a knife avoiding bullets, getting hit by a grenade, getting shot, and still not dying or giving up! Roy is a hero and he is an amazing soldier, what an amazing person

This even surpasses Rambo level achievements. What he did is superhuman.

Keep in mind, Roy did all of this on his day off…

@BrettAShore

3 жыл бұрын

Fudge I totally forgot that by the end

@needsleep1207

2 жыл бұрын

And my guys complain about a stomachache🤣🤣🤣

@MalgumMusic

2 жыл бұрын

Are you my bosses alias?

@YoWhoDat

2 жыл бұрын

He might be. Just fyi I won't be in on Monday "Jeremy"

@richardaaronringquist3316

2 жыл бұрын

Funny guy

Roy was the definition of "i'm not trapped here with you, you're trapped here with me"

@brumous9364

3 жыл бұрын

True that

@bruhmoment341

3 жыл бұрын

Dude fucking pulled a bayonet outa himself and then proceeded to kill the dude who tried that dude must have shit himself

@nene00760075

3 жыл бұрын

I believe Roy was the inspiration for Doom Guy. If not he should have been.

@brady.widlake

3 жыл бұрын

Yep

@soldiergaming8899

3 жыл бұрын

@@nene00760075 probably fucking was for Rambo As well

"With a positive attitude you can do anything " He would state this in his speeches. I carry that with me every day.

This man was an American treasure. Where are the statues in his honor? We should honor people like this. What an absolute legend!! Thank you to all service members your sacrifices are greatly appreciated.

@nickseven6814

3 ай бұрын

Thats whats wrong bud...sad...sad reality...

Roy didn't even die from anything related to the fighting. He died from complications with diabetes. This man is just built different.

@BroHamNCheese

3 жыл бұрын

Diabetes built different too

@VixsterAnimations

3 жыл бұрын

This dude was like I will not die to anyone until I save my comrades.

@JSwanKilowJ

3 жыл бұрын

it's very possible that the damage he sustained in combat caused some of the complications. he did get shot and stabbed several times in the abdomen. that damage to the stomach, liver, etc. could have possibly made it more difficult for his body to manage sugars and produce/secrete insulin. i don't know his dieting and lifestyle, just saying it is possible

@SoapwWasHere

3 жыл бұрын

Fuckinggg built different

@puppyloved8309

3 жыл бұрын

Really tho he build different ❤️

When Reagan gave him the Medal of Honor, he told him "If I read your story as a movie script, I wouldn't have believed it."

@GrandDaddyCough

3 жыл бұрын

We know the story.

@scarletweaver171

3 жыл бұрын

Right, I was just sitting here thinking if I read this in a book I would have been like, whatever, this is so unbelievable..... But it really happened. Wild.

@user-hm9uq8gk5x

3 жыл бұрын

@@GrandDaddyCough who tf is "we"?

@drawinggoodart4570

3 жыл бұрын

@@user-hm9uq8gk5x Everybody who just watched this video, obviously.

@user-hm9uq8gk5x

3 жыл бұрын

@@drawinggoodart4570 why are you so pompous

I met him when I was in the service talking about HARDCORE. THANKS ROY. A GREAT MAN.

This is the most in depth, most informative and most emotional retelling of Roy Benavidez' story. Thank you Mr Ballen for keeping the memory of this unquestioned American hero alive.

"I don't plan on dying even if I do get killed." -Roy Benavidez

@satoshinakamoto9936

3 жыл бұрын

I think this quote goes over most people’s heads. Truly inspiring. My take on it is your legacy will live on?

@dwaynegreene152

3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@bradcollins1626

3 жыл бұрын

Could just mean he never plans to die even if he does die

@bailey7792

3 жыл бұрын

@@satoshinakamoto9936 Umm its literally self explanatory lol. Its not that deep

@markrowel281

3 жыл бұрын

RIP Roy. Amazing man.

I met Roy shortly after I joined Special Forces. He was a true hero and an all-around good guy. Friendly, modest to a fault. He did not stop trying to help his brothers in Group, even after he was retired. It has been an honor knowing him.

I met him in 1984, when stationed in Greece. He had been issued the Medal of Honor at that point. Quite a speaker, very motivating.

R.I.P the pilot that man sacrificed his life for these guys

@legacy3224

3 жыл бұрын

Yea

@3erred-bloodedpatriot745

3 жыл бұрын

Yep

@Sandra-ww6oz

2 жыл бұрын

Amen Milan 🙏❤️

@BrickSquadGoon

2 жыл бұрын

That's why Roy said the ones that gave their lives are the real heros

Imagine having this insane war story, getting shot dozens of times, and all this stuff, and you die from diabetes. He's the real MVP

@SlurryNoises

3 жыл бұрын

My mans was eating REAL good after enduring that nightmare, as he should've been

@AverageIraqEnjoyer

3 жыл бұрын

damn they made cod ww2 into a real thing

@pixilmon

3 жыл бұрын

True American

@vickytbh

3 жыл бұрын

@@SlurryNoises LOL

@mutasimmuhammad9672

3 жыл бұрын

Soldiers don't die they fade away.

Your father was the most courageous soldier I have ever seen. I am in awe of his bravery, it is incredible. I am in tears at the valor of your extraordinary father. I have never been so moved by anyone, Such bravery. He will always be honored in the halls of the mighty men.

@rianreon

8 ай бұрын

u didnt press reply

Holy fk! This story brought tears to my eyes. Roy deserves a movie

I met Roy when I was 8 years old. He came to my school in Texas in full class A uniform with his MoH and he shared every detail of his story with a 3rd grade class. Looking back it was so surreal but I will never forget that. He was larger than life.

@akirk1573

2 жыл бұрын

He's a true Badass . I wouldn't've known what to ask him as a kid, but I'd've loved to speak to him today. Bloody Unstoppable.

@emmabemmaboo

2 жыл бұрын

The successful version of Leroy Jenkins

@christopherflowers2327

2 жыл бұрын

I remember hearing about Roy! What an American Hero! God bless the USA!

@NODnuke45

2 жыл бұрын

@@christopherflowers2327 Liberty forever!

@melodywheeler1468

2 жыл бұрын

@@NODnuke45 libertad is a war tbh and guerilla war is the same

When your story is so crazy that they cant make a movie about it because it would look exaggerated, this Man puts Rambo to shame

@dismalthoughts

2 жыл бұрын

[watching movie] Oh come on, he's been shot and stabbed 15 times! In real life he'd be dead by now. This is so unrealistic! You can reduce the badassery by more than half, and it'll still seem made up. That's a fucking legend right there.

@Count.Zer0

2 жыл бұрын

Rambo cleans his house

Thank you for your bravery and service fighting for the people of the United States of America 🇺🇸.God bless you .Rest in peace.

My throat started getting tight and tears formed. Wow, what an amazing story!

The man's body was literally destroyed in combat, and he made a full recovery. Yet, in the end, he couldn't survive with diabetes. The duality of the human body being extremely resilient, yet incredibly fragile at the same time... that's the mysterious part of this story.

@bostonrailfan2427

2 жыл бұрын

multiple times no less

@redacted6416

2 жыл бұрын

@S55 the only being strong enough to stop roy was himself.

@Spills51

2 жыл бұрын

He was in his 60's and lets be honest....no one is making a FULL RECOVERY from the damage that guy took....Im sure if he is anything like they said...You couldnt be able to tell cause he would be the last one to show it....but im sure that man had lots of battle scars and lots of pain as he aged. Just a complete BOSS.

@livewire2759

2 жыл бұрын

@@Spills51 Yes, I'm sure the "full recovery" was a bit exaggerated. He definitely had lots of aches and pains, if not actual health problems, over the years due to his injuries. I'm just amazed by the fact that he could survive such injuries in the first place, let alone several more decades after they healed, only to die from a rather common disease.

@Imasheep999

2 жыл бұрын

@S55 genius comment

Roy has a grizzly bear carpet in his home, it's not dead its just terrified to move

@lostboy8214

3 жыл бұрын

This comment gave me life.😱

@georgewilliamsiii4677

3 жыл бұрын

I like this lol

@ProudDad1976

3 жыл бұрын

LOL, Roy is the real Chuck Norris

@junelledembroski9183

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProudDad1976 LOL! Chuck Norris is the real Chuck Norris! Great comment though! I laughed so hard 😆

@MrDannyzwo

3 жыл бұрын

Super funny !

These stories make me so emotional. I’m just so grateful for our soldiers now who voluntarily protect our country so we can live freely without drafts. Thank all you and your family for serving this country, Mr. Ballen. I love that you have segments on our military because I feel like this is a part of who you are. Not many of us can say we have had to have shrapnel removed from our body. Your channel is great and you deserve this type of fame as a great reward for what you’ve been through!!!

I’ve never heard a story about a man more bad ass, my entire life. This is a true American hero, and I am sad to say we probably won’t have any more men like him, except for Mr. Ballen

If this had been made into a movie, I’d probably scoff at how unrealistic this is. This man should be far more known than he is. Truly remarkable

@northmemphis2104

3 жыл бұрын

It did..smh..

@Thebunholio

3 жыл бұрын

@@northmemphis2104 what's the title?

@009lazynurse

3 жыл бұрын

A lot of action movies here in the Philippines are like that... the protagonist being gunned down by 100 people and miraculously still live. I guess all of them are based on Mr. Roy 😅

@Kerpeles

3 жыл бұрын

Truly bullshit

@garycantrell9011

3 жыл бұрын

@@KerpelesI have a uneasy feeling concerning this matter, pretty much every action of the story 1covers the entire 10yr period of the Vietnam war condensed for the actions of just one man, not wanting to take away from this man's bravery I'm having difficulty digesting the facts, stepped on a land mine all by himself out of uniform no foot injury 4yrs later in a religious service one minute, on a rescue mission 2nd minute, forgot his weapon as a GB, jump's into enemies lap, shot in head, shot 30+ more times 2hand grenade blast, carries 8men to one area, back for 2more, and repeats this after loading chopper by himself unloading same bird on fire carrying all the men into the jungle calls air strike on his position with a map he didn't forget that, gets stabbed with bayonet×12 with no loss of blood , no one else gets credit for trying to help, I don't think all the facts are represented in this story.

Roy: god! My fucking back hurts from carrying this team.

@PotatoKernels

3 жыл бұрын

his spine also hurts from a landmine

@P3RU4N11T4

3 жыл бұрын

Best carry ever

@fmg_bdkid9959

3 жыл бұрын

Literally! fucking legend God bless his soul. R.I.P.

@Alzark

3 жыл бұрын

His k/d sky rocketed in one match

@fmg_bdkid9959

3 жыл бұрын

@@Alzark his kd is better than mine in game lol

I stood back, teared up and saluted when Roy was talking. An angel on earth.

Roy…was a unbelievable soldier couldn’t believe he survived that firefight..amazing…

He wasn't a hero. As one saying goes " heroes are remembered, but legends never die". This man was a legend

@JohnnyDollar720

3 жыл бұрын

Did you just quote the sandlot? Love it lol

@kissthesky40

3 жыл бұрын

IS a Legend.

@Keoma.1

3 жыл бұрын

RHODESIANS NEVER DIE

@fpstudio3974

3 жыл бұрын

Noice..

@radamson1

3 жыл бұрын

This man was the hero of legends.

“The real heroes are the ones who died...” YOU DID. AND THEN YOU SPIT AND YOU UNDIED.

@Bonnie-lo3zh

3 жыл бұрын

R.i.p the pilot who sacrificed his life to bring him back to those 12 downed soldiers !

@JGriffin5150

3 жыл бұрын

@@Bonnie-lo3zh str8 phucking soldier right there no doubt

I remember my Daddy telling me this story when I was a little girl and I thought it was a story. But then I found out ot was true. My Daddy always admired him and like him would never take credit for being a hero. Thank you to all the real life superheros that do the impossible every day.

Amazing and courageous man. He was a true hero. Thank you for telling his story.

Roy earned that medal of honor whether any soldier wants the recognition or not i think anyone could agree he is among the toughest of men

@bigmike8564

3 жыл бұрын

You’re exactly right Definitely a guy you want covering your a$$ in combat

@nmlepage

3 жыл бұрын

He's a real life wolverine/Captain America. He is the embodiment of bravery, integrity and selflessness. He's definitely my hero. Sending love, light and respect out to him and his family.

If this were a movie, it would be considered "extremely unrealistic."

@caliciajohnson9861

3 жыл бұрын

That's why they say reality is often stranger than fiction

@zSpirall

3 жыл бұрын

Omg I know right?!?...

@ZZ-jj1sm

3 жыл бұрын

Morphine is a powerful drug

@horrormovielover6725

3 жыл бұрын

True. This thing often happens in a movie but this is even beyond fiction. The most unrealistic reality. It wasnt really his time to die.

@crystalheart9

3 жыл бұрын

I know, that's what I was thinking!

I'm literally in tears right now John 😭 God I love stories like this!!!! Thank you Mr Ballen

What an amazing story! Roy wherever you are your bravery will inspire others for many generations to come!

This story tells you just how dangerous and deadly diabetes can be. This hero survived so many wounds, gun shots, shrapnel wounds and stab wounds yet died from diabetes. We need to speak this mans name more often. He is the definition of a damn hero.

@vanessanurkala6868

3 жыл бұрын

Here sure is.

@darlenewilliams4057

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts

@warrenwilson720

3 жыл бұрын

Damn straight! A titan among men

@killugonshipper5181

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Pray for him, he's always going to be remembered in our hearts.

@michellea8123

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. What a strong man!

Shoutout to the pilot and the dead gunner who risked and gave their lives going out there to save those heroes

@SacredWaves

2 жыл бұрын

Amen.... It takes everyone. Important to hear the stories of these men. All of them.

I've listened to the story many times. It is such an inspiration, and I never get tired of hearing it. They don't make men like Roy anymore and that is a real shame. Because we need more men like him.

Ok MrBallen, I think it’s high time you put your inimitable storytelling skills to use and write this movie because, holy hell cats, I had CHILLS the whole way through and the world deserves to hear Roy’s incredible story!

Roy was in a league of his own.He was so humble,and calling him brave doesn't do him justice.He was fearless,and a hero.Whatever medals they gave him wasn't enough.That man deserves buildings,roads,and cities named after him.I pray he is at peace,and reunited with his friends.

@Gunners_Mate_Guns

3 жыл бұрын

There are...many - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Benavidez#Personal_honors

@youngrWE

3 жыл бұрын

💯

@leonieromanes7265

3 жыл бұрын

If I had heard this story from anyone other than Mr Ballen, I wouldn't believe it. Just incredible, Roy is a legend.

@brandonphillips7216

3 жыл бұрын

This is a true American brother. They don't make them like this today.

@Gunners_Mate_Guns

3 жыл бұрын

@@leonieromanes7265 "If the story of his heroism were a movie script, you would not believe it". -President Ronald Reagan moments before presenting Master Sergeant Roy Benavidez the Medal of Honor

So why hasn’t this story been made into a movie??? Roy is a true hero

@pedro426

3 жыл бұрын

It’s pretty much Rambo

@egillskallagrimssonberserk1671

3 жыл бұрын

They did it’s called Captain America

@jaybethatdude

3 жыл бұрын

they did, it's called G.I. Joe, This story is bullshit.

@bambihall169

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaybethatdude says you

@PaigeBook

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaybethatdude what do you mean

As always, great job in storytelling Mr b. I admire the compassion and reverence shown to the characters and subject matter in or your work. I also appreciate honorary service to this country. Thank you for what you do.

Wow…just wow! I felt horrible today, but hearing this story gave me strength ❤️

A literal one man army. The sheer force of will and determination in this man to continue fighting when most would give up hope is amazing.

@sedg03

Жыл бұрын

You dont start the fight? But when they attack you, you fight to the finish. No matter what.

@ronsterpearce2688

6 ай бұрын

Damn Right Amen!!!!!11

@SpinnDaBlock63rdK

5 ай бұрын

​@sedg03 calm down rambo

@personincognito3989

4 ай бұрын

The about this ridiculously remarkable man??? What a hero. what a hero

Why isn't this a movie honestly, they wouldn't even have to dramatize it its already so crazy.

@louisasmiles

3 жыл бұрын

I think Forest Gump is inspired by this

@thetruth1306

3 жыл бұрын

Because he’s Mexican American

@thetruth1306

3 жыл бұрын

@My names Jeff How many stories come close to his?

@xc_4x4

3 жыл бұрын

@@thetruth1306 dude shut that shit down 🤦🏽‍♂️ so dumb

@keenanfarago6882

3 жыл бұрын

@@louisasmiles It seems like it but it’d be nice to have his story you know

A real SUPER hero! God bless you sir and a simple thank you for your service seems so inadequate. 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

That was the most amazing story! Roy was a fearless hero, I’m just in awe of his accomplishments ! God rest his soul ❤

This man needs a movie about him.

@thecourier3152

2 жыл бұрын

There is a movie

@NILO_GIJS

2 жыл бұрын

@@thecourier3152 Cant find it online. Do you maybe have the name? thanx in advance.

@thecourier3152

2 жыл бұрын

@@NILO_GIJS Last Full Measure you're welcome

@NILO_GIJS

2 жыл бұрын

@@thecourier3152 Aah thank you so much! After a quick search i see its about a different person. (William H. Pitsenbarger) But nonetheless, looks like another badass true story to watch. Cheers.

@thecourier3152

2 жыл бұрын

@@NILO_GIJS OH ok I thought the movie was about Roy

I think even Chuck Norris would watch his manners around Roy. A true man, a hero, a legend RIP Roy

@isrlnegn5806

3 жыл бұрын

HUH?!CHUCK NORRIS!!! WTF...

@joeyhalbrook4364

3 жыл бұрын

Brother you are comedy 😂🤣😂🤣😂

@chrissynovful

3 жыл бұрын

Chuck who?

@anomaly3152

3 жыл бұрын

@Porky Pig I heard Chuck Norris is so tough, he has no chin underneath his beard, it's just another fist

@Mr2stubborn2quit

3 жыл бұрын

@President Elect Rhodry Maelwaedd.... Wolverine from the X-men would watch his manners around him! HOLY FUCKING SHIT! That man was absolutely UNSTOPPABLE!!!!😳

God bless him. That is the most courageous thing I have ever heard. ❤

I have to say that you all are heros! Thank you Roy!! ❤

"Were you killed?" "Sadly, yes. But I lived!"

@derekyoung5337

3 жыл бұрын

Not even death itself had the power to take this guy if he didn't wanna go

@TheCorezero00

3 жыл бұрын

He said yeah.... just a little.....

@MaFiaMediaHD

2 жыл бұрын

@@derekyoung5337 He beat death in hand to hand combat.

@smallchild7893

2 жыл бұрын

@@MaFiaMediaHD and he didn’t even have to use his hands

@nomad4713

2 жыл бұрын

x36

"Cats have 9 lives" Roy: "Hold my medical supplies..."

@hadeilon2616

3 жыл бұрын

Hold my shrapnel...

@onlyguy_

3 жыл бұрын

Hold my dead cat

@SubSonicCub

3 жыл бұрын

Hold my guts

@SirLeadbeater

3 жыл бұрын

Bruh my mans got 37

@freyjav6055

3 жыл бұрын

Hold my intestines

I'm blown away by these stories you're telling John, what a frigging hero this man was Had to stop what I was doing to listen to this amazing story ❤xz

This is the most amazing and almost imposible story i have ever heard😢 how brave he is.. my grandfather who is a world war 2 veteran has told me lots of stories when i was young.. and they are all amaze me and makes me just do nothing but to listen to the story.. my son who now 14 has learn a lot about history.. i will never forget about this story never.. salute 🎖

Roy is the kind of man everyone wishes they could be.

@jquiznos2283

3 жыл бұрын

Truth

@petahoee8281

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@roninheart19

3 жыл бұрын

Who do you think you are?! I am!

@philosophersstone5583

3 жыл бұрын

Roy had PCP running through his veins or something

@petahoee8281

3 жыл бұрын

@@philosophersstone5583 nooo, we don't need to try and dishonor or diminish his accomplishments. It would've been speed if anything but taking a drug doesn't make a person's character.

Roy: literally getting shot, stabbed, and surrounded by enemies Me: stubs toe and lies down for an hour because it hurt

@cadenlavine7790

3 жыл бұрын

underrated comment 😂

@ballizballin

3 жыл бұрын

Why is this so true? Hahahaha

@opfu1237

3 жыл бұрын

the worst i could take before i would stop would be a stab/shot to the arm, any worse and im down.

@islatheweirdo6423

3 жыл бұрын

That’s meh! We have the same reflexes

@owen5501

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

I truly appreciate you sharing this. What an amazing story and legacy.

I heard he's from from 5th Group Special Forces. My firearms instructor is from 5th Group Special Forces. I heard the story once before, but I had to hear it again. Awesome person. Strength and Honor.

This is literally the most insane story of all time. I’m actually pissed he died of diabetes so early on

@rachael5807

3 жыл бұрын

Right?! Man survives being shot, impaled, two grenade explosions, gets his skull fractured and jaw broken amd more, and then DIABETES KILLS HIM?!

@mojosodope45

3 жыл бұрын

Same thing with Chris Kyle. Survived war only to be shot and killed at a gun range by some piece of shit.

@rachaelbeaver7285

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, seemed like a crappy end to a god among men... I hope his legacy lasts forever!!

@jquiznos2283

3 жыл бұрын

@@mojosodope45 Chris was good, but not this legendary. No disrespect.

@ryanmrowka8970

3 жыл бұрын

Spoiled it for me ... I guess it's my own fault for jumping to the comments

As a ex soldier at ft Bragg, we all knew of MSG Roy....he inspired a lot of us airborne guys...he was the real Captain America

@marcribaudo1965

2 жыл бұрын

Amen to that. A real life GI Joe.

@josephacosta3475

2 жыл бұрын

Why would you address yourself as an "ex-soldier"? Weird

@drunkdonkey1009

2 жыл бұрын

@@josephacosta3475 If you’re not currently in combat then technically you’re an ex-soldier

@shaun601

2 жыл бұрын

@@josephacosta3475 dude I'm not in any active combat, I'm a guy in a warehouse now...I had my time and have sand on my boots 10 years old...im airborne forever; but I'm in the civilian world....ppl who don't let go of that "I'm still a soldier" mentality when they aren't active is weird to me

@bostonrailfan2427

2 жыл бұрын

@@josephacosta3475 because only the Marine Corps drills in that you are never anything but a member of the service even after you retire or your enlistment ends

watching this, I'm thinking, "I hope this guy was awarded the medal of honor"... I'm so glad he was.

Wow this made me cry. What a hero

He's a man of focus, commitment, and sheer fucking will.

@yestermendarkly5699

3 жыл бұрын

And a bit of luck too I’m guessing. But definitely determination.

@Jackie1Lynn

3 жыл бұрын

That's a John Wick reference

Must have been a hell of a sight for the Vietnamese soldiers seeing a man and his Bowie knife running through the jungle with a wheelbarrow for his nuts.

@steveo.574

2 жыл бұрын

Got a wonder are Roy's, or Desmond Doss's balls bigger? Imagine if they were a tag-team. Any platoon would say "I don't feel so good! I think I'm going to take today off cap'!"

@amandawalski4407

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

This is an amazing story and I got so emotional at the end. What a hero 🙌

One of the best videos I've watched. To all that gave their lives for our country, you are heros. To all that are serving or have served, thank you. May your guardian angel always watch over you and your family. Thank you Roy.

Dude a beast. Giving so much effort for his fellow man he didn't even care about his own well being. He lived as a hero and died a legend.

@justanerdwholiftweights4061

3 жыл бұрын

No he died from diabetes.

@lovewins9267

3 жыл бұрын

@@justanerdwholiftweights4061 He still died a legend. It doesn’t matter what he died from

@justanerdwholiftweights4061

3 жыл бұрын

@@lovewins9267 I know , it's just a joke

@lovewins9267

3 жыл бұрын

@@justanerdwholiftweights4061 I hoped it was, however, there are a lot of people who would actually feel that way 👎🏻 So many people leave stupid comments that it’s almost impossible to tell who’s actually joking anymore. A while ago, I would have automatically assumed that it was a joke. My apologies!

@justanerdwholiftweights4061

3 жыл бұрын

@@lovewins9267 I'm sorry if you felt that is offensive by any means. I actually loved the guy and got goosebumps by hearing about his legend. I really have huge respect for him even though I'm not American. Once again , I'm sorry

This guy doesn’t have nightmares, nightmares have him.

@ballizballin

3 жыл бұрын

BAHAHAHA

@TheDaltonius

3 жыл бұрын

Like DOOM!

@facelesssmoon9765

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahahaha

@drdino9957

3 жыл бұрын

Seriously

@islatheweirdo6423

3 жыл бұрын

Very true

I’m speechless Thanks for yours and Roy’s service!

‘The real hero’s are the ones that gave their lives for this country.’ Such humility. Such truth. Such a legend among us all.

Hollywood needs to create a film detailing Roy's journey from the landmine, until he recovered in Japan. A real hero.

@blackraven7452

2 жыл бұрын

You mean Rambo..!

@R..L..X

2 жыл бұрын

Dude, Forrest Gump. That guy, in Cambodia is Forrest Gump

@77uuii77

2 жыл бұрын

Would be to crazy for a movie😂

@marc1da

2 жыл бұрын

It’s forrest Gump

@nova19781

2 жыл бұрын

@@marc1da more like a combination of Rambo, Forrest Gump, Steve Rodgers and Frank Castle

Can I make mention the fact that he did all of this after suffering a spinal injury that medical staff said would leave him a paraplegic. He spent six months teaching himself how to walk again, managed to train hard enough to apply and get into the green berets. That man lived off of nothing but sheer willpower and tenacity. When the medical staff don't even know where to begin surgery due to the dozens of wounds and he still survived. Damn. He earned those medals.

@Jordan-jx5mh

3 жыл бұрын

thanks i must’ve skipped over that part

@christypoe4538

3 жыл бұрын

🤘🇺🇸 facts. Like he is the example of an American hero pure genuine willpower

@sicktit44

3 жыл бұрын

We've just listened to the same story as you, halfwit. Tell us something we don't already know...

Thank you sir for all your dedication and hard work that you have done to protect our country God bless you and God bless our country 🇱🇷

I’ve heard/read about Roy’s story many of times and it never ceases to amaze me. Americas finest 🇺🇸 🦅

His story really needs to be made into a movie.

@hatebreed79

2 жыл бұрын

Forest gump

@jamesbucks7967

2 жыл бұрын

Rambo

@michaelbarbarino1581

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing lets get together and make it happen 🤜🤛👍👍👍

@Battle.Born.1864

2 жыл бұрын

They tried, but no one's balls were big enough to fulfill the role.

@averagemanful

2 жыл бұрын

People do not watch unrealistic movies.

I bet the moment that he realized he couldn’t save Leroy (his best friend) hurt him more than the bullets, knives, and grenades ever could.

@hudsonmatz2123

3 жыл бұрын

Easily the worst part of this for him, as well as the other 3 he could not grab. This man feels no physical pain.

@kennydevore1023

2 жыл бұрын

Agree fully

@juangarza7015

2 жыл бұрын

Leroy had saved Roy's life in earlier mission.

He was indeed an absolute Legend They needed to make a special 🏅🥇 of Honor ✌️for him

Thank you for sharing this so much❤ my great grandfather fought in WW2 and apparently only shared his history with me, I didn't find out until a few years ago that it was a no speak topic for him because when I was little I would ask him questions and he shared freely with me, I know that he was a map maker who was sent forward first to map out the journey, and I know that he was sent afterwards to map out the tragedy of what happened, I saw both in his scrapbook which apparently he never shared with anyone else. I'm honestly not sure how to take that, I only know that my mom and aunt would ask questions but were told to stop, so when I told my mom how he shared with me it was a massive shock. Honestly I've never told anyone besides my mom, but I like to think that my great grandfather knew that I just wanted to learn history and there was no judgment and maybe that was why he felt safe sharing with me. Thank you for sharing and all your hard work

Why hasn’t Hollywood made a movie about this legend. If anyone has any pull please share this story.

@seen-hj5bs

3 жыл бұрын

I'll have a talk with uncle nolan don't worry

@hlessiavedon

3 жыл бұрын

Because they could never do it justice.

@sikchopper3783

3 жыл бұрын

@@seen-hj5bs not sure who uncle Nolan is, but thanks.

@jkarpet

3 жыл бұрын

@@sikchopper3783 Christopher Nolan

@BrettAShore

3 жыл бұрын

@@hlessiavedon That is probably true

"Did you think that killing me would make me die?"

@Hambone1291

3 жыл бұрын

“What should kill me only makes me stronger”

@MasterBaiT-kb2xw

3 жыл бұрын

anos voldigoad provably

@BrettAShore

3 жыл бұрын

@@Hambone1291 Rasputin Probably

@atashgallagher1631

2 жыл бұрын

He pulled some video game bullshit, sprinting through the jungle fighting unhindered with one hitpoint after getting shot and blown up time and again.

This is one of the best stories if nor the best. Real life heroes like this man are great. Thank you for telling this one!

I’ve heard and read this story many times. Your telling was the best

There are no words to describe a man like Roy, Hero doesn't even come close.

@mazim7386

3 жыл бұрын

A real life Rambo

Imagine being a northern Vietnamese soldier in that regiment. They probably had asked themselves multiple times “Why won’t this guy die?”

@bigsmoke5234

3 жыл бұрын

" Dude I killed that man 32 times already "

@angelo5267

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigsmoke5234 that shit straight up was like call of duty when the guy keeps surviveing your shots and you say to ur self fucking die already god dam well thats what i would say

@shadowx9418

3 жыл бұрын

They had to start thinking he was a ghost after the 15th time they killed him !!

@bigsmoke5234

3 жыл бұрын

@@angelo5267 ik

@nickfleming2154

3 жыл бұрын

Right!

Heck yes I liked it! How could you not be inspired by the story? We have forgotten who we are. God bless America and God bless any man or woman that will run into danger to save another person. 👍

This one had me so on edge. I need this as a movie now. Thank you Mr ballen.

This man is the real life Rambo

@vinces8974

Жыл бұрын

For sure

@Bucketlord_

Жыл бұрын

Nah he the doom slayer

@Bigwes91

Жыл бұрын

John wick

@justanotheracc6148

Жыл бұрын

Nah, … rambo is the fake him just like rocky is a fake boxer.

@jaredjosephsongheng372

Жыл бұрын

And Audie Murphy is the Real Life Captain America

That man is no hero, that man is a legend, a legend of legends, the man who overcame death with sheer will.

@Gunners_Mate_Guns

3 жыл бұрын

"Heroes get remembered; legends never die."

@missspider3572

3 жыл бұрын

Truth

@FreePalestineInshallahYaRab

3 жыл бұрын

Hey sorry for the self-promotion but I would appreciate it if you could check out my most recent montage and maybe give a little positive feedback. thanks!🖤

This story gave me chills 😭 such an honor, and yes he is a hero!

It's crazy how long it takes for many of these heroes to be recognized for their valor with the medal of honor.