Posted on Dec 1, 2013

Favorite military-related videos, documentaries, films, and/or tv series... and why?

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There's a ton of great content out there dealing with military subject matter (training / operations-related, motivational, entertaining & educational, historical, etc.); the idea is to have a fun and thought-provoking discussion, and to learn a thing-or-two while we're at it. If you can remember details but not the title; no worries, just post a description, and we'll activate the RP network to help find it. Here we'll discuss those defining sources that influence us, our culture, as well as public perception and opinion... sort of a representation of the "art-imitates-life, life-imitates-art" concept. Well, there's certainly some memorable content out there, I have my favorites and I'm sure that that you all do too. So, strap on your seatbelts, pull-up a keyboard, and let's get this thing started; thank you for all that you do, and... see you all in the discussion threads!

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SFC (Join to see)

Posted 10 y ago

Restrepo because it is a non-political, honest view of the middle of OEF.

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MAJ (Join to see)

Posted 10 y ago

So many to chose from! Gettysburg, Heartbreak Ridge, and Ken Burns' Civil War are probably my top three. Kelly's Heroes and The Patriot probably round out my top five. Honorable Mention: "Patton"

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Col (Join to see)

Posted 10 y ago

The History Channel's full documentary "Sun Tzu: The Art of War"

http://www.asianwarrior.com/2012/12/ancient-chinese-strategists-and.html#.Uzy7-BMo7mQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erZ2YidTZp4

The Art of War Sun Tsu Full Documentary. (Educational).

The Art of War is an ancient Chinese military treatise that is attributed to Sun Tzu (also referred to as "Sunzi" and "Sun Wu"), a high ranking military gene...

Asian Warrior: Ancient Chinese Strategists and Comprehensive National Power

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CW3 (Join to see)

Posted 10 y ago

The Siege of Firebase Gloria

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Col (Join to see)

10 y

Homemade trailer for "The Siege of Firebase Gloria"

R.L. Ermey stars in this little seen Vietnam film. Update on 11/2010: The film can now be seen via Netflix Instant Watch!

SSG Mayfield, good call, classic Gunny Ermey!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQEQaFzVQIM

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Col (Join to see)

Posted 10 y ago

A great video and thread... thanks SSG William Abel for sharing a great story!

https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/65473-flag-folding-video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UujODhGEER0&feature=youtu.be

Oregon Trash Collector Recognized for Patriotic Gesture

Jeremy Fischer picked up and carefully folded an American flag that was blown off a client's flagpole.

flag folding video

I just saw this video and figured I would share it with everyone here.http://youtu.be/UujODhGEER0Oregon Trash Collector Recognized for Patriotic GestureJeremy Fischer picked up and carefully folded an...

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If you can watch "Making the Cut" and not be motivated you should not reenlist!

It doesn't show it all of course, but it will give you a new perspective on what these guys go through to earn their positions in our SOF units. Really opens your eyes, as far as, our sister services that we dont see on a daily basis.

FYSA it is on netflix season 1 and 2.

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China Beach ( ABC TV Series 1988 to 1991 - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/China_Beach )

Because it portrays highly committed medical men and women supporting combat troops.

Warmest Regards, Sandy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFXmkbj5BY8&list=PLBPa-RimgW2FmdlrFJt5XMxFDmm4vFoDS

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Real Life Stories That Inspired China Beach

Dana Delany and real-life Vietnam War nurse Diane Evans discuss the true life people that inspired the story lines of China Beach. China Beach now available ...

China Beach Opening Credits: Season 1

The opening credits of China Beach's first season

Cpl Jason Cox

10 y

Hands down, Band of Brothers. I enjoyed that miniseries because it showed how tight a military unit can become.

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Cpl Cox.

Most Excellent!!! Absolutely Outstanding Dramatic Video Series!!!

See Episode 9 "Why We Fight" Liberation of Concentration Camp.

My mother survived Terezinstadt. This had me crying for hours.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHcJtU9dr6I

This episode carries important message about why we help others.

Band of Brothers was an exceptional and deeply meaningful series.

Warmest Regards, Sandy

Band of Brothers- Liberation of Concentration Camp

From 'Why We Fight' (Episode 9) of Band of Brothers

Cpl John Sargent

Posted 10 y ago

I really like Platoon, and Full Metal Jacket

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Col (Join to see)

10 y

These two movies were also very memorable to me as well, as I was "military aged" when they were released or most popular, good call on both, thanks for sharing http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue8VS-bcj88

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAvWQa64B8M

Platoon Clip - Elias Death Scene

Sgt. Elias death scene from Platoon ***************************************** EDIT: 7.16.09 Thank you for the 200,000 views!! *******************************...

Full Metal Jacket trailer

"Sir, does this mean that Ann Margret's NOT coming?"

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SFC Stephen Carden

10 y

Platoon came out when I was 17 or 18 years old. I thought I was doing a good thing when I rented it for my dad to watch, because he had been in Vietnam and I thought he would be interested. He watched it from literally the edge of his seat, never spoke once, and had tears in his eyes most of the time. I had no understanding of what he went through in Vietnam until that day. He was later diagnosed with an extremem case of PTSD, and I have always felt bad that I rented that video for him. I just didn't have a clue.

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Posted >1 y ago

"Empire of the Sun", one of my all time favorite military movies, and just movies in general. "Glory" is also one of my favorites too

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SFC Stephen Carden

10 y

Yes! I forgot all about Glory! Great movie with great acting. The final scene when they charge across the beach.... shivers!

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Col (Join to see)

10 y

Glory (4/8) Movie CLIP - Shaw vs. the Quartermaster (1989) HD

Glory movie clips: http://j.mp/1ut6aeF BUY THE MOVIE: http://amzn.to/vvNin7 Don't miss the HOTTEST NEW TRAILERS: http://bit.ly/1u2y6pr CLIP DESCRIPTION: Colo...

Great choice gents, a classic with many powerful scenes! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Nbbi16tvYA

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Col (Join to see)

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Glory (8/8) Movie CLIP - Breaching Fort Wagner (1989) HD

Glory movie clips: http://j.mp/1ut6aeF BUY THE MOVIE: http://amzn.to/vvNin7 Don't miss the HOTTEST NEW TRAILERS: http://bit.ly/1u2y6pr CLIP DESCRIPTION: The ...

...and I think this is the one you were talking about SFC Carden, great scene! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7qwqVbZSqE

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