What is your first reaction to the toughness this Soldier displayed?
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Watch from a first person's view as a US Army machine gunner's turret takes 2 hits by RPGs during a mounted convoy in eastern Afghanistan. Although dazed by the impact, he responds in the way that we would all aspire for: he continues mission (Charlie Mike) because he is loyal to the mission and to his brothers and sisters more than his own personal safety. If this doesn't fire you up, please check your pulse.<br /><br />** Question for RP members: What is your first reaction to the toughness this Soldier displayed? **<br /><br />//<br /><br />Note: this is a raw first person video that may conjure up memories for some RP members.<br /><br />Video: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThFZ-TX2bc8">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThFZ-TX2bc8</a> <div class="pta-link-card answers-template-image type-youtube">
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<p class="pta-link-card-description">Daily Military News & Combat Footage at FUNKER530.com - http://vid.io/xGB While on route in Eastern Afghanistan, a U.S. Army convoy gets attacked. This soldi...</p>
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Thu, 12 Feb 2015 14:25:41 -0500What is your first reaction to the toughness this Soldier displayed?
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Watch from a first person's view as a US Army machine gunner's turret takes 2 hits by RPGs during a mounted convoy in eastern Afghanistan. Although dazed by the impact, he responds in the way that we would all aspire for: he continues mission (Charlie Mike) because he is loyal to the mission and to his brothers and sisters more than his own personal safety. If this doesn't fire you up, please check your pulse.<br /><br />** Question for RP members: What is your first reaction to the toughness this Soldier displayed? **<br /><br />//<br /><br />Note: this is a raw first person video that may conjure up memories for some RP members.<br /><br />Video: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThFZ-TX2bc8">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThFZ-TX2bc8</a> <div class="pta-link-card answers-template-image type-youtube">
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CPT Aaron KletzingThu, 12 Feb 2015 14:25:41 -05002015-02-12T14:25:41-05:00Response by 1SG Steven Stankovich made Feb 12 at 2015 3:26 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="605" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/605-cpt-aaron-kletzing">CPT Aaron Kletzing</a>, my first reaction, after the initial shock of the RPG impacts, was one of inspiration towards that young gunner. He personifies the Army Value of selfless service and I am personally proud to have Soldiers like that in the ranks.1SG Steven StankovichThu, 12 Feb 2015 15:26:16 -05002015-02-12T15:26:16-05:00Response by CPT Aaron Kletzing made Feb 12 at 2015 7:14 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Wow, I have watched this video several times now -- especially the parts with the RPGs impacting the turret -- and I have to say I am impressed beyond words at how well this Soldier kept his composure and his focus on the mission. I guess you never truly know how you will respond in these types of situations until they actually are happening. But this is also a good reminder of why we all say "You fight like you train, and you train like you fight."CPT Aaron KletzingThu, 12 Feb 2015 19:14:29 -05002015-02-12T19:14:29-05:00Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 12 at 2015 7:55 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="605" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/605-cpt-aaron-kletzing">CPT Aaron Kletzing</a>: No CRAP that conjured up memories... they're called flashbacks. I actually think I recognize that area where that took place... So yeah...SFC Private RallyPoint MemberThu, 12 Feb 2015 19:55:10 -05002015-02-12T19:55:10-05:00Response by SFC James Rigdon made Feb 12 at 2015 8:07 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I can remember when I was RPG'd in 2003 when I was leaving the BIAP. it was pitch black and we had no idea where it was coming from, all I wanted to do was get out of the kill zone. <br /><br />I can honestly say, this guy is clearly on top of his game. He also stood up there out of the turret to put that fire out and he could have been engaged then by his exposure but he needed to put that fire out so he didn't care about anything else.SFC James RigdonThu, 12 Feb 2015 20:07:44 -05002015-02-12T20:07:44-05:00Response by SFC Mark Merino made Feb 12 at 2015 8:10 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Some service members are harder than woodpecker lips! I feel sorry for him when he no one believes his war story about "No S#!$.....there I was.......hit by 2 RPG's and didn't get a scratch." "YEAH, RIGHT!!!"SFC Mark MerinoThu, 12 Feb 2015 20:10:01 -05002015-02-12T20:10:01-05:00Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 12 at 2015 8:57 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>At the outset of the war I was extremely impressed by many fighting personnel that under duress and rules of engagement did very well! This is no different. Good stuff.SSgt Private RallyPoint MemberThu, 12 Feb 2015 20:57:10 -05002015-02-12T20:57:10-05:00Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made Feb 12 at 2015 10:05 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Eff those damn RPG's...<br /><br />Did you all listen to the conversation in the background? Felt bad for the kid, he was definitely rocked. Inside, someone asks if he is okay, he responded, "no". Thank God RPG's are not more accurate...SPC(P) Jay HeenanThu, 12 Feb 2015 22:05:11 -05002015-02-12T22:05:11-05:00Response by Sgt James Northam made Feb 13 at 2015 11:46 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Bravo Mike Foxtrot!Sgt James NorthamFri, 13 Feb 2015 11:46:54 -05002015-02-13T11:46:54-05:00Response by MCPO Douglas Pennington made Feb 13 at 2015 12:09 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>now that was one tough cookie..MCPO Douglas PenningtonFri, 13 Feb 2015 12:09:38 -05002015-02-13T12:09:38-05:00Response by SrA Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 13 at 2015 12:11 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>What a soldier indeedSrA Private RallyPoint MemberFri, 13 Feb 2015 12:11:20 -05002015-02-13T12:11:20-05:00Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 13 at 2015 12:34 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Good foresight having the camera up.CPT Private RallyPoint MemberFri, 13 Feb 2015 12:34:54 -05002015-02-13T12:34:54-05:00Response by MSgt Edward Conrad made Feb 13 at 2015 4:14 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>GREAT REACTION, TO A SITUATION THAT COULD HAVE COAST THEM THERE LIVES,,TRAINING AND DOING WHAT IS NECESSARY IN HOT SPOTS..HIS ARMY VALUE AND PERSONAL VALUES CAME IN,,GOD AND COUNTRY, A PLEASURE TO SEE SUCH YOUNG MEN THAT HAVE THE BLOOD AND GUTS TO FACE THE ENEMY...I SAY SEMPER FI ....GOD BLESS...MSgt Edward ConradFri, 13 Feb 2015 16:14:55 -05002015-02-13T16:14:55-05:00Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 13 at 2015 4:34 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Am I the only one wondering why the gun was unmanned for over 2 minutes??SGT Private RallyPoint MemberFri, 13 Feb 2015 16:34:02 -05002015-02-13T16:34:02-05:00Response by SFC Reginald Bailey made Feb 13 at 2015 5:08 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>TOUGH AS NAIL!!! #respectSFC Reginald BaileyFri, 13 Feb 2015 17:08:26 -05002015-02-13T17:08:26-05:00Response by PO2 Jonathan Scharff made Feb 13 at 2015 6:52 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I don't know about you guys....but, didn't I catch a quick glimpse of Brian Williams right after that RPG attack?????? Lol<br /><br />As far as this gunner...I would like to shake his hand...well done soldier, well done.PO2 Jonathan ScharffFri, 13 Feb 2015 18:52:55 -05002015-02-13T18:52:55-05:00Response by SPC Johnny Velazquez, PhD made Feb 14 at 2015 4:10 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Brave, and focused young man. Those who are currently serving, do us proud, as demonstrated by their courage, in the face of danger. They don't back down. These young and capable warriors, are truly the cream of the crop. Unsung heroes. Bless them all.SPC Johnny Velazquez, PhDSat, 14 Feb 2015 16:10:35 -05002015-02-14T16:10:35-05:00Response by SPC George Long made Feb 14 at 2015 4:18 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>His response was exactly what I would have expected of any of the men in my squad when we were running convoys in Viet Nam. The only real difference is I would have expected a Volley of rpg's not just 2. But this is a good soldier doin a good job. Hope he got home to his family safe and sound.SPC George LongSat, 14 Feb 2015 16:18:38 -05002015-02-14T16:18:38-05:00Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2015 4:21 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>He was NOT wearing his PT belt!!<br /><br />Seriously though, that kid got a proper gut check, and did a damn fine job.<br /><br />Let his courage be an example. I would expect nothing less of any of those I roll out with, including myself.<br /><br />Damn fine job.PFC Private RallyPoint MemberSat, 14 Feb 2015 16:21:32 -05002015-02-14T16:21:32-05:00Response by 1SG Harold Piet made Feb 14 at 2015 4:27 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>This Soldier is like most that I served with, take a hit and continue to march, first aid and rest when possible. I am so Proud of our soldiers and how they continue to do what no one else wants to do, in places no one else wants to go, for people that do not appreciate the sacrifice. <br />I am so disappointed with our politicians who keep sending our soldiers into harms way without a clear mission and permission to use their training and skills to complete the mission. <br /><br />All I can say is AIRBORNE all the way. I would love to buy that man dinner.1SG Harold PietSat, 14 Feb 2015 16:27:16 -05002015-02-14T16:27:16-05:00Response by SGT Jim Z. made Feb 14 at 2015 4:37 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>My first reaction was holy sh*t and despite being shook up he epitomized the Army values. Once he shook off the cobwebs he took care of his equipment.SGT Jim Z.Sat, 14 Feb 2015 16:37:06 -05002015-02-14T16:37:06-05:00Response by SrA Branon Lamphere made Feb 14 at 2015 5:10 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Fuck!!SrA Branon LamphereSat, 14 Feb 2015 17:10:56 -05002015-02-14T17:10:56-05:00Response by MSgt Peter Vatistas made Feb 14 at 2015 5:30 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Thank God he didn't get seriously hurt. One tough & true Soldier!MSgt Peter VatistasSat, 14 Feb 2015 17:30:15 -05002015-02-14T17:30:15-05:00Response by CW3 Bill Golden made Feb 14 at 2015 6:30 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>He responds as any well trained Soldier would respond. The response was a bit tame if Marine, however ;)SSG James N.Sat, 14 Feb 2015 21:07:54 -05002015-02-14T21:07:54-05:00Response by 1SG Clifford Barnes made Feb 14 at 2015 11:06 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>you wont know until your in that situation1SG Clifford BarnesSat, 14 Feb 2015 23:06:32 -05002015-02-14T23:06:32-05:00Response by SPC Blake Ryan made Feb 14 at 2015 11:32 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>way to cowboy up there troop beret off to you son!!!!!! Now that is ESPRIT DE CORPSSPC Blake RyanSat, 14 Feb 2015 23:32:59 -05002015-02-14T23:32:59-05:00Response by COL Charles Williams made Feb 15 at 2015 12:23 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>My reaction is similar to my reaction under these circumstances... that our Soldiers are amazing, they do things most people have no idea about, and do it we us and those we know not. And even when dazed and confused, they pick themselves up and drive on for each other. It is a shame, so few really know what our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines engaged in ground combat operations actually deal with. Movies and games really don't explain it. You have to see it, smell it, and feel it. Soldiers are amazing... and they are all volunteers is this greatest of nations.COL Charles WilliamsSun, 15 Feb 2015 00:23:52 -05002015-02-15T00:23:52-05:00Response by PV2 Robert Cauckwell made Feb 15 at 2015 1:43 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>HOOAH! Blood was certainly pumping, was hoping he'd give some back but hey do what you have to do to keep the mission going without looking for more trouble.PV2 Robert CauckwellSun, 15 Feb 2015 01:43:35 -05002015-02-15T01:43:35-05:00Response by LCpl Anthony Berg made Feb 15 at 2015 8:13 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>First you need to realize that the audio and video do not capture the extreme pressure that is experienced around a detonation of that type. Having said that. He is one hard mutha!LCpl Anthony BergSun, 15 Feb 2015 08:13:56 -05002015-02-15T08:13:56-05:00Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2015 9:00 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Good man. I admire him. I was a gunner in Iraq in 05, there's a strong sense of duty to protect your truck and overall your convoy. presuming of course that you aren't a SB.SSG Private RallyPoint MemberSun, 15 Feb 2015 09:00:50 -05002015-02-15T09:00:50-05:00Response by SSG Sean Knudsen made Feb 15 at 2015 11:27 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>VALOR!!!!!SSG Sean KnudsenSun, 15 Feb 2015 11:27:22 -05002015-02-15T11:27:22-05:00Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2015 2:29 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I admire this gunners perseverance. He gained his composure back, and hopped back up on the gun. Great example of the age old saying " there is a difference between being injured and being hurt." He was probably hurt but he had the drive to fight one and it showed.SFC Private RallyPoint MemberSun, 15 Feb 2015 14:29:49 -05002015-02-15T14:29:49-05:00Response by SSgt Stevan Auldridge made Feb 15 at 2015 3:37 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>These men/women are the best America has.SSgt Stevan AuldridgeSun, 15 Feb 2015 15:37:03 -05002015-02-15T15:37:03-05:00Response by LTC Cory Steinke made Feb 15 at 2015 5:07 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Like the majority of units in the Army... uncommon valor displayed... commonly!LTC Cory SteinkeSun, 15 Feb 2015 17:07:57 -05002015-02-15T17:07:57-05:00Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2015 6:12 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>He was ordered to retake the turret but still no less commendable that he did.CPT Private RallyPoint MemberSun, 15 Feb 2015 18:12:00 -05002015-02-15T18:12:00-05:00Response by Cpl Dennis F. made Feb 15 at 2015 10:22 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am gonna take some flak for this, but the way you all are raving, I'm wondering if I'm Captain America. I took a lot, a lot worse than this in RVN and the whole countryside was torn a new one almost immediately. No return fire to speak of and unmanned guns and fire burning on the deck, no sister guns providing cover fire. I'd have expected more from my guys. Granted, it sounds like he had his bell rung good and I wasn't there...a big factor in this, we all deal with our own shit our own way. Glad there were no fatalities.Cpl Dennis F.Sun, 15 Feb 2015 22:22:47 -05002015-02-15T22:22:47-05:00Response by SP6 Chris Jeffery made Feb 16 at 2015 1:20 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Hooah!SP6 Chris JefferyMon, 16 Feb 2015 01:20:02 -05002015-02-16T01:20:02-05:00Response by GySgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2015 11:30 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>So I guess I'll be the bad guy here.... Poor security to start with. He was the first truck in the convoy, first rocket never should have happened. That 240 out ranges a RPG easy. An aggressive posture could have prevented it all together. 2nd shot again not being vigilant, spinning the turret wildly instead of to the direction you just took contact to kill the person shooting at you, (the gunners whole purpose) Almost 90 seconds there abouts after the second one hit with no forward security, lucky they didn't get hit again. Took someone inside telling him to get back in the gun for him to realize the truck was on fire. I saw lack of discipline and poor security and an easy target. He's lucky he's not dead. Before you blast me, yes I have been that gunner, no RPGs hit my truck, lord knows they tried.GySgt Private RallyPoint MemberMon, 16 Feb 2015 23:30:04 -05002015-02-16T23:30:04-05:00Response by CPT Aaron Kletzing made Feb 19 at 2015 1:40 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Whoah, this thread has been viewed 235,381 times over the past 7 days. I've gotta be trending right now. *Drops the mic*CPT Aaron KletzingThu, 19 Feb 2015 13:40:18 -05002015-02-19T13:40:18-05:00Response by LTC Ray B. (Ret) made Feb 19 at 2015 3:26 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Proof that enduring courage and fortitude is not exclusive to SOF community. Our young Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, and Airmen are tough as nails when the sh....t hits the fan. <br /><br />I recall a scout during my 2nd tour in Iraq, 2006-2007, who was wounded twice and kept coming back even though he could have gone home. I asked him why and he said it plainly, "I plan to get out of the Army when I get home but my tour is not up and my unit is still here." He was killed by an IED that day. TOUGH AS FRICKEN NAILS.LTC Ray B. (Ret)Thu, 19 Feb 2015 15:26:35 -05002015-02-19T15:26:35-05:00Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 19 at 2015 5:39 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>We can all measure our respective "war stories" against how he reacted. Soldier A is combat wounded, Soldier B got his Convoy Attendance Badge, Soldier C served in the Ashau. It wasn't easy for any of us. Congratulations and thank you for your service. It was an ambush. For the "leader" crying security, vigilance doesn't solve everything. Its Sex Panther; 60% of the time it works ALL the time. Hope that young Hooah gets home safely. You can AAR the stuffing out of it because hindsight is always 20/20. He is an American Soldier, just an ordinary guy in an extraordinary situation. For those of you who know what I mean, there is a fine line between "hardcore/badass" and "I'm not dying in this rat's ass country today." Ya done good stud, now get your "stuff" together and get back to work. Loyalty and Courage.SFC Private RallyPoint MemberThu, 19 Feb 2015 17:39:33 -05002015-02-19T17:39:33-05:00Response by SPC Raymond Young made Feb 24 at 2015 2:44 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Amazing God BlessSPC Raymond YoungTue, 24 Feb 2015 14:44:27 -05002015-02-24T14:44:27-05:00Response by SSG Timmy Phillips made Feb 24 at 2015 3:21 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Gotta love that armor!SSG Timmy PhillipsTue, 24 Feb 2015 15:21:04 -05002015-02-24T15:21:04-05:00Response by LCpl Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 24 at 2015 10:39 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Holy hell! Two RPGs? I'll tell you what, that's an impressive soldier right there. Shake that shit off, get back into the fight. The gods of war and strife were definitely smiling on him, and his own discipline and training took it from there.<br /><br />Good shit.LCpl Private RallyPoint MemberTue, 24 Feb 2015 22:39:40 -05002015-02-24T22:39:40-05:00Response by SGT Micheal Allen made Feb 25 at 2015 3:55 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>It was a simulation............ training...... took awhile for someone to get in the gun...........SGT Micheal AllenWed, 25 Feb 2015 03:55:08 -05002015-02-25T03:55:08-05:00Response by CPL Stephen Williams made Feb 25 at 2015 4:38 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>He is tough guy.CPL Stephen WilliamsWed, 25 Feb 2015 04:38:31 -05002015-02-25T04:38:31-05:00Response by PO3 James Wissinger made Feb 25 at 2015 11:12 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Tough Yes Hard not to be in a fire fight. My boat was hit with just one rpg. and it did some damage. My crew and I would be considered tough in that one <br />. But as we put it we were fighting for our lives then. When that happens anyone can be tough. Or diePO3 James WissingerWed, 25 Feb 2015 11:12:17 -05002015-02-25T11:12:17-05:00Response by PVT Blake Smith made Feb 25 at 2015 1:41 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Total inspirationPVT Blake SmithWed, 25 Feb 2015 13:41:01 -05002015-02-25T13:41:01-05:00Response by SGT Wade Matsuda made Feb 25 at 2015 4:46 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>wish we could have seen him light up that damn shooterSGT Wade MatsudaWed, 25 Feb 2015 16:46:28 -05002015-02-25T16:46:28-05:00Response by SPC Matthew Gebhart made Feb 25 at 2015 7:24 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Lucky to be alive. Very brave, kept his composure. All signs point to one tough soldierSPC Matthew GebhartWed, 25 Feb 2015 19:24:33 -05002015-02-25T19:24:33-05:00Response by Sgt Dave Smith made Feb 25 at 2015 7:58 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Inspiring!Sgt Dave SmithWed, 25 Feb 2015 19:58:19 -05002015-02-25T19:58:19-05:00Response by CPL Jonathan Gilmore made Feb 25 at 2015 8:28 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Fuckin HOOAH and he's doin the first thing I learned in a Basic! GET DOWN!CPL Jonathan GilmoreWed, 25 Feb 2015 20:28:23 -05002015-02-25T20:28:23-05:00Response by SPC Timothy BaumannI made Feb 25 at 2015 9:46 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Lock 'n load boys... lock 'n load.SPC Timothy BaumannIWed, 25 Feb 2015 21:46:44 -05002015-02-25T21:46:44-05:00Response by SPC Chris King made Feb 26 at 2015 12:53 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'll be the other bad guy here i agree forward security was terrible, After the first rpg the soldier never returned fire it looked as if he ducked out action. we had a situation similar to that. We had two rgs on overwatch on a small area that had several qualats, we were ambushed with RPGs, idf, and small arms fire from all angles the first gun trucks gunner automatically ducked out of the turret and never fired a single round while my gunner started laying down rounds at every possible target (I was a heavy dismount) I noticed instantly the other truck wasnt returning fire so I stood up through the rear escape hatch and fired off every 203 I had then I switched to a battle buddies saw and continued. The soldier in the other gun that abandoned his turret(like the one in the video) Was stripped of rank, given 45 days extra unpaid duty and was never aloud to go on mission with us again for acts of cowardice, the soldier in the video has nothing to be proud of, he should have been identifying targets and engaging not hiding, he shouldn't be in the gun.SPC Chris KingThu, 26 Feb 2015 00:53:41 -05002015-02-26T00:53:41-05:00Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 26 at 2015 6:06 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Dude is a dedicated high speed Soldrier. HooahSPC Private RallyPoint MemberThu, 26 Feb 2015 06:06:39 -05002015-02-26T06:06:39-05:00Response by SFC Arnoldo Garcia-Bochas made Feb 26 at 2015 8:01 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Unmand weapon system? Obviously not infantry. .SFC Arnoldo Garcia-BochasThu, 26 Feb 2015 08:01:26 -05002015-02-26T08:01:26-05:00Response by CPL Joseph Garcia made Feb 26 at 2015 8:39 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>That is definitely hard core he C.M. thats what its all about ..... All the wayCPL Joseph GarciaThu, 26 Feb 2015 08:39:35 -05002015-02-26T08:39:35-05:00Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 26 at 2015 8:46 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Commitment and focus under firePFC Private RallyPoint MemberThu, 26 Feb 2015 08:46:05 -05002015-02-26T08:46:05-05:00Response by SPC David Harris made Feb 26 at 2015 11:11 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Hurah!SPC David HarrisThu, 26 Feb 2015 11:11:16 -05002015-02-26T11:11:16-05:00Response by SPC Ryan Boll made Feb 26 at 2015 2:50 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>That a boy, I was a gunner in operation Iraqi Freedom from 2005-2006, civilians need more exposure to this kind of stuff, so maybe a couple more would understand. Understand what we go through, and why whatever they seem to be down and depressed about, isn't worth our time, way to do your job brother!!SPC Ryan BollThu, 26 Feb 2015 14:50:04 -05002015-02-26T14:50:04-05:00Response by SPC Jerry Goodman made Feb 26 at 2015 4:45 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Get your ass back on the 240. He didn't seem wonder why did he wait so long to get back on the weapon system. If your shooting there ducking lol.SPC Jerry GoodmanThu, 26 Feb 2015 16:45:24 -05002015-02-26T16:45:24-05:00Response by SPC Billy Rose made Feb 26 at 2015 7:40 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I was in a Convoy Security Detachment and he would have gotten reemed for not scanning his sector and being more prepared. Above all, he survived, his crew survived, and that's what counts. Great recovery and proud of a fellow seviceman for reacting under fire.SPC Billy RoseThu, 26 Feb 2015 19:40:31 -05002015-02-26T19:40:31-05:00Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 26 at 2015 8:31 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I have only 1 thing to say.... sierra hotel india tango!!!!SSG Private RallyPoint MemberThu, 26 Feb 2015 20:31:17 -05002015-02-26T20:31:17-05:00Response by SGT Justin Hall made Feb 26 at 2015 9:09 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Lay down the scunion motherfucker.SGT Justin HallThu, 26 Feb 2015 21:09:11 -05002015-02-26T21:09:11-05:00Response by PFC Phillip Cordova made Feb 26 at 2015 11:04 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Wow drive onPFC Phillip CordovaThu, 26 Feb 2015 23:04:57 -05002015-02-26T23:04:57-05:00Response by PO2 Chris Fender made Feb 27 at 2015 12:16 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>He gothis bearings and Charlie miked the best he could, didn't see much returned fire but I'm sure his head was ringing!PO2 Chris FenderFri, 27 Feb 2015 00:16:24 -05002015-02-27T00:16:24-05:00Response by SGT(P) Khalid Wise made Feb 27 at 2015 10:01 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>DSC minimum definitely MOH worthy, enough said. However, it will be interesting to see what valor award (given how incredibly inspiring we all agree this was) was initially written up by the Combatant Commanders on the ground...SGT(P) Khalid WiseFri, 27 Feb 2015 10:01:24 -05002015-02-27T10:01:24-05:00Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 27 at 2015 10:56 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Nothing but love for a brother in arms that's tough stuffSPC Private RallyPoint MemberFri, 27 Feb 2015 10:56:01 -05002015-02-27T10:56:01-05:00Response by SGT Tony Quilici made Feb 27 at 2015 1:01 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Guts, which is not so much readily available by Senior Officers and NCOs when dealing with all enemies of the Constitution and the Republic.SGT Tony QuiliciFri, 27 Feb 2015 13:01:22 -05002015-02-27T13:01:22-05:00Response by SSG Theresa Schatte made Feb 27 at 2015 3:40 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>He reacted faster than I expected I usually took care of the wounded gunners I was a 68w M6 in FST , gunners would get hit bad. I would be honored to meet him tell him great job now get out of that seat and head to medical.SSG Theresa SchatteFri, 27 Feb 2015 15:40:00 -05002015-02-27T15:40:00-05:00Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 27 at 2015 5:24 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I don't understand how this could be getting this many views. It just went up 18 views between me seeing this time and clicking the title to open it. There's shenanigans a foot.CPT Private RallyPoint MemberFri, 27 Feb 2015 17:24:41 -05002015-02-27T17:24:41-05:00Response by CPL Kenneth Lamm made Feb 27 at 2015 8:27 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>HOOAH!CPL Kenneth LammFri, 27 Feb 2015 20:27:21 -05002015-02-27T20:27:21-05:00Response by PO1 Mark Works made Feb 28 at 2015 11:36 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Courageous.PO1 Mark WorksSat, 28 Feb 2015 11:36:51 -05002015-02-28T11:36:51-05:00Response by CN Scott DiPietro made Feb 28 at 2015 6:39 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Great jobCN Scott DiPietroSat, 28 Feb 2015 18:39:55 -05002015-02-28T18:39:55-05:00Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 3 at 2015 6:27 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Why was no one manning the gun returning fire for such a period of time.SFC Private RallyPoint MemberTue, 03 Mar 2015 18:27:07 -05002015-03-03T18:27:07-05:00Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 22 at 2015 9:36 AM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Incredible! The mental toughness our soldiers have to endure is extraordinary.SSgt Private RallyPoint MemberSun, 22 Mar 2015 09:36:15 -04002015-03-22T09:36:15-04:00Response by CPT Aaron Kletzing made May 4 at 2016 7:24 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Wow this thread got like 2.5MM views. Nice!CPT Aaron KletzingWed, 04 May 2016 19:24:05 -04002016-05-04T19:24:05-04:00Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 13 at 2017 8:32 PM
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<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Bravo ZuluPO3 Private RallyPoint MemberMon, 13 Feb 2017 20:32:34 -05002017-02-13T20:32:34-05:002015-02-12T14:25:41-05:00