From orphan to Army surgeon general

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7 жыл бұрын

Lt. Gen. Nadja West went from being an orphan to a three-star general. She is the highest-ranking woman to graduate from the US Military Academy.

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@omarmassey2522 6 жыл бұрын

I had the honor and privilege of meeting her when she took the position of surgeon general/MEDCOM commander. she is very humble and approachable

@luq8872 5 жыл бұрын

Damn, she works with USASOC. The badge.

@waynemcfarlane1233 4 жыл бұрын

Omar Massey are you related to the Massey in Portland Jamaica wi 🇯🇲🇯🇲

@helenajamesmiller1259 4 жыл бұрын

Omar Massey Thank you Omar,I would meet you too again.

@justfit71 5 жыл бұрын

"Don't take yourself out of the race before you start running" Powerful

@marielyons3770 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that one Jamie Fit. Encouraging.

@saskiavanhoutert3190 4 жыл бұрын

Good advice from an even better person I will keep that in mind, thanks and kind regards.

@suejean6160 7 жыл бұрын

This goes to prove that being an Orphan does not limit one's capabilities, Kudos

@triglav1848 7 жыл бұрын

but US army does.

@paulflores9909 4 жыл бұрын

@@triglav1848 how do you know? You ever been in the US Army?

@petekdemircioglu 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. This proves American dream is alive: Work hard, have Integrity, be respectful and nice to people, help them whenever you can and you will be rewarded by America’s System.

@terrellp22 Жыл бұрын

who said that it does?

@paulfroehlich563 5 жыл бұрын

I met LTG West in Heidelberg, Germany and I was honored by how much she valued my opinion despite my being younger and many ranks junior to her. She was board certified in both Family Medicine and Dermatology, yet the Army recognized that they needed her skills as a senior leader even more than her clinical skills. I would love to work with her more.

@tdgdbs1 5 жыл бұрын

She visited our burn unit at SAMMC, very approachable and make you feel at ease. Her clinical skill is kind of rusty but leadership is top notch.

@elliottt.yamamoto4473 4 жыл бұрын

@@tdgdbs1 That is always an issue moving up to the top, the hands on gets rusty. That goes with anything in life. What I see is that she encourages others. That is huge for a young person. I remember a story about Jesse Owens telling a young man he could do it; and he did, won an Olympic Gold. As I recall Owens did it at least two more times. And they were not black athletes. We should all do the same, always encourage. The military does it the other way: try to weed out the weak. Did not work with this featured surgeon general, which is what the army wanted in the first place: reverse encouragement.

@unitydaw4804 5 жыл бұрын

Had a pleasure of meeting LTG West at the International Military Pilgrimage in Lourdes, France...she is truly an Officer and a...Gentle woman. SALUTE !!

@dollhouseq1530 5 жыл бұрын

Met her a few days ago had NO idea of her story. She is truly amazing and beyond humble. So glad I got a picture of her. I see celebrities almost daily and have NEVER wanted a photo until I saw Lt General West. God bless all her endeavors!

@wesleykicker4996 4 жыл бұрын

braided chai What a wonderful reply! You’ll go a long way in life with visions like this young lady! I’m not certain of your age. But it is clear that your wisdom is well beyond your years dear friend! Continue like this and you will be very very happy and fulfilled all the days of your life! God Bless you.

@quickzilver333 6 жыл бұрын

I served under a Black Female Battalion Commander of the 84th Engineers Battalion 98-00. I will go to War with her anytime any day. Her leadership and ability to put her soldiers first surpass every doubts. She is also the 1st Female Battalion Commander of the 84th Engineers.

@rogermclaughlin5510 4 жыл бұрын

quickzilver3333 thanks for your service

@horseygurl143 7 жыл бұрын

In the crazy political world that we live in, this wonderful lady reminds me that I am proud to be an American! Thank, Ma'am!!!

@lvteachme973 5 жыл бұрын

Amen!

@AliOpridai 5 жыл бұрын

Till now we have 3 ladies Lt General (3 Star) in Pakistan Army as well.

@paulflores9909 4 жыл бұрын

One that refuses to be a victim that the leftist always cry about.

@hugebartlett1884 5 жыл бұрын

She represents the sort of people who make a Nation great. Congratulations Ma'am, may Wisdom and Strength and Honor guide you all the way!

@supercat380 6 жыл бұрын

I feel a great sense of respect and pride for this exceptional lady officer who deserves the highest praise for her achievement in life!!!

@morganbangs2969 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service General! This is really inspirational. My dad was in both gulf wars. God bless our men and women in uniform.

@dejrand 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing but respect for this woman

@Paldiamar 2 жыл бұрын

Hello

@gvenchy2476 5 жыл бұрын

She is so well spoken and amazing. I hope she’s insanely proud of herself.

@ericHHII Жыл бұрын

lol “well spoken”? Ok…

@rinzler_0389 5 жыл бұрын

Wow.. This is one hell of a heroine... Highly Respected yet So Humble, defeated Racism and endured all those hardships..

@iznet4368 5 жыл бұрын

THIS LADY has GOT GRACE!!! AND CLASS!!!👏👏👏👍

@SanBrunoBeacon 6 жыл бұрын

Lt. General West; you are an inspiration for every woman :-) Keep up the great work :-)

@rococochocolate479 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful lady. Proud of you am a black woman too thank you for your service

@otakub3atz2397 7 жыл бұрын

This woman is inspirational. The comment section on the other hand....

@frostie8279 7 жыл бұрын

lol

@thatdutchguy2882 6 жыл бұрын

Jib Jib Depends, if they react to the US military hurting and killing people, then serving that organisation and being "an inspiration" to others might sit bad with some people and they have a valid point. If it's because she's a woman, an orphan, a female officer or of her melanin count then no,.....that's not a valid point.

@eleemosonaryredhead6001 5 жыл бұрын

lol.....anyway,i sit here complaining about i have to take the calif. cpa exam that is offered in sections,(percentage rate if passing is low)yet this woman endured so much. she is stunningly beautiful and i just love it when i see any woman achieving so high. it is natural in my country for woman to do well. america seems to be more sexist,yet you guys claim how wonderful and free you are.

@nemo227 5 жыл бұрын

eleemosonary redhead ..... Maybe you are judging a whole country by what you see on TV or the internet. The USA has ALL kinds of people and we have enough good people and a history of improving & correcting mistakes that millions of people want to immigrate to the USA. Get out into the states and meet some people.

@eleemosonaryredhead6001 5 жыл бұрын

nemo227 i made the comment based on my countey and usa,which i am residing in right now. there is,whether you like it or not,sexism in usa. good example,in netherlands, the man and woman are ""EQUALLY" responsible for birth control. i don't see that in usa. another thing i see is violence against woman is more prevalent in usa than netherlands. turn a blind eye all you want;no wonder usa has these priblems that still persist. does Netherlands have problems? of course we do. i love this woman and i think she is an EXCELLENT role model. i don't know if i am that strong. i believe her story....what is your problem with her? she is beautiful and smart and believable

@paulac.munoztorres 6 жыл бұрын

My dream role. She’s absolutely stunning.

@OscarMaldonado1849 6 жыл бұрын

Paula C. Study Fairy As are you 👌🏼

@paulac.munoztorres 6 жыл бұрын

That's so sweet, thank you!

@OscarMaldonado1849 6 жыл бұрын

Paula C. Study Fairy You're welcome!

@jessd1766 7 жыл бұрын

This gives me so much joy. I was adopted from foster care when I was 18 years old. I'm leaving my dream job of working with teens in foster care job to go back to school for a law degree. Every day I wake up and work hard so that the next generation of young women in foster care get to tell success stories like this one. With Trump in Office, in the middle of one of the most broken foster systems in America (Texas), young people NEED more stories like this to remind them of their infinite strength. I hope some day our Country realizes that Foster Care IS a national issue. I hope that next election, we can all take a moment on BOTH sides of the aisle to recognize that a broken foster system ANYWHERE is an affront to American values EVERYWHERE. With all due respect to this woman's story, I hope that some day every orphan and EVERY foster child leaves the system fully prepared to realize their own God-Given talents. Until that happens, success stories like these, while they are SO worthy of being uplifted, run the risk of drowning out the hundreds of thousands of stories of heartbreak, loss, and the failure of our systems to protect these kids. We need to hear those stories too.

@horseygurl143 7 жыл бұрын

Jess D - Your story is uplifting, as well! Such a good feeling stories like yours and hers do for others. You deserve the dream jobs that you both must feel like you have, both you and the General! Lots of love!

@horseygurl143 7 жыл бұрын

jag10 - Why, are you looking for your long lost siblings???

@magic-ly5rs 7 жыл бұрын

Jess D I don't mean to be offensive, but I didn't know you could be adopted at 18.

@johnnolan2356 4 жыл бұрын

Jess D I’m sending you much Love, Prayers and best wishes! Always remember why you wanted to become a lawyer and go out into the world and work to make other people’s lives better. If you can, I would definitely try to represent children in the foster system and children and bad situations that need good strong attorneys to help them. Be a voice for the victims, for the weak, for the poor and for the needy. Do great work and happiness and fulfillment will always follow. I’m sending you lots love, and never doubt yourself you’ll get to where you want to be if you always keep working hard!

@rh9793 5 жыл бұрын

What a total badass. I love her . Totally God ordained . I was first gulf war vet as well. Army all the way . I salute you maam im a trekkie too

@lo-rez 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, amazing. She's so down to earth! I remember seeing her picture on the wall of leadership and getting so inspired :)

@Babyface6200 6 жыл бұрын

She is so beautiful.

@someguy007 5 жыл бұрын

Even in her heart.

@raykrv6a 5 жыл бұрын

@Brett Dawson Very disrespectful Brett. She earned her way.

@Jblah 4 жыл бұрын

@Mrssewhardtoplease LMAO shut uup

@whiteonggoy7009 4 жыл бұрын

Cute

@cameronneff6002 5 жыл бұрын

She makes me proud to be an American. Thank you general for your outstanding service.

@peatkitt 5 жыл бұрын

What an inspiration for all Americans. To rise to the highest level and succeed.

@rauda3070 4 жыл бұрын

She is so cool, extremely admirable, full of accomplishments. Top in class in her flight surgeon class?! She actually inspires me to set goals for myself

@richardjohnson5979 4 жыл бұрын

General West, thank you for your continued service. Yours is a story I needed to hear today.

@nancypereida2078 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for serving! Thank you for showing women in the military can do great things!!!

@rosalynhoskins104 7 жыл бұрын

🏆🏆🏆🏆 beautiful story, beautiful life, thank you for your service. Pray that your story and positivity touches those who need the encouragement. Negativity solves nothing.

@horseygurl143 7 жыл бұрын

Yep!

@gen.james..mcconville5909 3 жыл бұрын

Hello how are doing today? Its nice meeting you, You can message or chat me for us to get to know more about each on this private email:- genjamesmcconville371@gmail.com

@nancychace8619 2 жыл бұрын

Very good story. I am only a civilian, but feel honored to have her on our team. Thank you to her for her service.

@melizapascual8955 5 жыл бұрын

I didn't know I could be prouder to wear the same uniform as her. Go ARMY!

@superduperjoi6800 5 жыл бұрын

Wow

@gen.james..mcconville5909 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Meliza, how are doing today? Its nice meeting you, You can message or chat me for us to get to know more about each on this private email:- genjamesmcconville371@gmail.com

@MexicanPizzaYummy 5 жыл бұрын

She’s an inspiration. I don’t think she knows just how much she is, but her story goes into my book as one of the many successes one can achieve against all odds. Thank you.

@christopherwilliams6762 5 жыл бұрын

What an honor and inspiring experience/story. I have always been impressed by female senior leadership in the military because it’s not easy.

@brianacastilleja5243 5 жыл бұрын

LTG west❤️ love being a part of your team

@gen.james..mcconville5909 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Briana how are doing today? Its nice meeting you, You can message or chat me for us to get to know more about each on this private email:- genjamesmcconville371@gmail.com

@Robertmacmedia 5 жыл бұрын

Great story and thank you very much for your service 🇺🇸🙏🏻

@karlpresler7342 4 жыл бұрын

She seems so humble, kind, nice and very sweet.

@kalaharisurfer1994 4 жыл бұрын

A family of service, outstanding! Thanks for your family's service to this country

@jeanned7016 4 жыл бұрын

What an INCREDIBLE Story of hope, inspiration, and a "can do" attitude. Sometimes all it takes is one person to truly believe in you.

@nosociallifeman2227 6 жыл бұрын

It’s not about race, background or gender what matters is what you can bring to the table as a soldier/warrant officer/officer. Physical,mentally and morally, and this 3 Star general definitely has what the army needs and she is a very brave and smart leader.

@swordfish3720 5 жыл бұрын

No social life Man true. In the military for the most part, your race or gender doesn't defy your success.... your strive and focus is what makes you successful. There's always hope.

@hamskyxxx 4 жыл бұрын

Wow wow wow wow wow wow wow.....Had to salute her 5 times. Goosebumps overload! She's a super rockstar! Just short of words!

@TheAshfaquramin 5 жыл бұрын

Wow.....what an inspiring figure for all. Would love to meet her some time and learn from her life experiences.

@hawkiebaby 4 жыл бұрын

Reporter: "You had confidence issues?" Man, I wonder what the reporter thinks or knows of life. The best leaders are full of doubt, all the time. They are just not paralyzed by it, but driven and inspired!

@anghoppi 5 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Ma'am, it's a shame that you had to show your educational achievements to another soldier for validation. Im proud of you and continue to inspire all who will listen.

@vanessawyndham5744 5 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately that kind of crap happens way too often.

@lekejacobs4864 Жыл бұрын

Very proud of this Amazon, who defied all odds! Salute to you, Ma'am! I am motivated!❤

@chtrvra 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Very inspiring. Respect from the philippines!

@782gear5 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, This is AWESOME Thank You, Lt, Gen West …..

@h8nhome150 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so proud of Lt. Gen. Nadja. Keep Up A Great Service General.

@sandramelesko6506 Жыл бұрын

She’s got a beautiful spirit. She deserves everything she’s getting keep shining sweetie you work for it. Amen 💜

@wavveytae4181 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome. I heard about her and missed the chance to meet her. But I hope one day to reach this level of confidence 💯👏🏾👏🏾🤟🏾

@rcandileja9553 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing brave woman, example of heroism and royalty to our nation. Thank you for your service.

@the_queen_redeemed 5 жыл бұрын

💜💙💛😘Just the definition of Modesty!!!!and so humble and Beautiful...Love this Lady and her spirit

@stephenlosongco6201 5 жыл бұрын

Motivating, she had all the cards stacked against her from the beginning and look what has become of her, truly inspirational !

@wesleykicker4996 4 жыл бұрын

Stephen Losongco Don’t forget where she claimed her encouragement came from! From her home! Not her “house” of which there is a vast difference. And of course her Mother! What a wonderful, wonderful Testimony and an awe inspiring life! Thank you General and may God all you and your family! Maybe I will have the good fortune of meeting you someday!

@David-wu7jj 5 жыл бұрын

What a great story God bless you ma'am

@badbrig 2 жыл бұрын

WHAT an inspiration. I am SO VERY impressed!!! 👏 👏 👏

@Dude4Christ85 6 жыл бұрын

Wonderful and inspiring woman and story!

@belmarmom 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing story. What an inspiration. Good for her.

@gazza2933 4 жыл бұрын

Marm, you are an inspiration to All. Happy New Year from England.

@susandubanowich4527 4 жыл бұрын

Even though I’m more of a fan of the naval services, her story is absolutely inspirational. An outstanding piece of journalism

@joefanua1543 6 жыл бұрын

"Don't take yourself out of the race before you even start running."

@arabcampers9554 5 жыл бұрын

she is very beautiful and smart .

@zonlypaladin 5 жыл бұрын

So inspiring thank you for your commitment and service 😘😘😘😘💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

@thamesplayz7406 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

@lvteachme973 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing woman. It brought tears to my eyes.

@ianrobertson5798 6 жыл бұрын

WOW She has done well for herself and as an ex soldier that is saying something From A Brit WELL DONE MAAM

@michaellim4165 4 жыл бұрын

As a former Army medic, being in uniform, everyone was treated equal. There was no race, gender or background that came into play. But in the civilian world, the first year of my employment, I immediately noticed the discrimination, the underhanded segregation and off comments. I felt betrayed and disappointed. Is this the type of country that I swore to protect and defend? Is this what it came to be? I loved the camaraderie and brotherhood and sisterhood of the Army. I so wanted to go back. Those of us who have served know that it is the people we've had the privilege of meeting that kept us going. I pray that, one day, the civilian world wont be so divided and come together as one just like the Army has for me.

@oochiewally2783 4 жыл бұрын

its worse now than it was 20 yrs ago...but i notice every generation goes through this..now i'm older and see it worse than before

@selenanicole9901 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service Ma'am, I salute you!

@desertlumi1420 5 жыл бұрын

A role model to every single soul on the world! Bravo !!!!!

@mikegehre570 5 жыл бұрын

Very personable General. Excellent selection in this woman's case. Best of everything to her

@gml9312 5 жыл бұрын

Big salute to you ma'am!

@tomatoes3 5 жыл бұрын

What a role model this lady is . We need more women like her to show some of the younger women that they can achieve.

@marcusallen6123 7 жыл бұрын

Respect!

@redunicorn7760 4 жыл бұрын

She deserves all the hype. I'd love to meet her. Even though I'm not American, she paves the way for all of us

@LosAngeles2011 6 жыл бұрын

Great country, great people! Respect from Belarus.

@jimmykellum225 4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations ma'am and thank you for your service.

@StriderLongbow 3 жыл бұрын

Well done and thank you for your service ( from a British Civilian )

@rickj1983 5 жыл бұрын

May she continue to do great things in this world. Salute to her. She should be very proud of her accomplishment.

@cezzdankenya6812 5 жыл бұрын

Wow good to hear...God is the father to the fatherless and mother to the orphans...I wish you well mummy...watching from Kenya

@diljitjedi 4 жыл бұрын

I haven't the words but I salute your courage may you be an inspiration for all my daughters and all I young ladies

@johnlohman8311 6 жыл бұрын

god bless her ty for your service. She is a lesson for all people. stop crying about whats in your way and go around and do what you want

@bryonkury2956 Жыл бұрын

hell ya... this is an awesome story that should be told to every body .. just awesome

@guidostahl2139 5 жыл бұрын

Impressive carreer. Giving a good example to everyone. Obviously also a woman with strong principles and attitude. Hard work ... Congratulations.

@bobothree 4 жыл бұрын

What an impressive woman. She's done all, West Point and Medical School. But I am most impressed with how unimpressed she is with herself. Her warmth while interacting with Cadets was so powerful.

@fredmcelroy2839 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! I didn't know the Medical Corps goes that high in rank! She is truly inspiring! She motivates me so much to keep on pressing for that goal of becoming a Medical Officer.

@dreamsofkaia7275 4 жыл бұрын

So inspirational!!! I love it!!! ❤️❤️❤️

@dafyddmanton2981 5 жыл бұрын

From a British Veteran, much respect!

@mineizurs4273 5 жыл бұрын

Thats the type who i have no problem being the first female president, OPPOSITE of Hillary

@paulflores9909 4 жыл бұрын

She's the type of person (woman of color) that refuse to be a victim. She basically destroyed the leftist narrative.

@seanberthiaume8240 4 жыл бұрын

So long as She's NOT an anti gun/freedom for the "gun safety" BS like hitlery klinten/socialist demochit!

@michaelkieling8820 4 жыл бұрын

@@seanberthiaume8240 Idiot.🖕🖕🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

@RandomAussieEmu 4 жыл бұрын

@@michaelkieling8820 as an Australian and not an American you frustrate me. I look at the gun laws and yes think wow that's not good. But you guys (the left) always use one word replies e.g. racist, idiot, homophobe, sexist, masoginist. You never really come up with any decent come backs or arguments. You all just immediately hop on this band wagon that someone said something and now you guys just follow it blindly and with little education or mindset. Now I don't know much about American gun laws but I bet if two educated people actually came together and had a fair one on one argument so many points of view would change.

@kalaharisurfer1994 4 жыл бұрын

@@RandomAussieEmu yep, kinda messed up

@thewarrior2316 6 жыл бұрын

This is amazing

@ridgebhouse 6 жыл бұрын

God I love this story it just makes me feel so powerful!

@rodfair5698 5 жыл бұрын

What a delightful, intelligent, engaging woman. No matter what the colour of her skin, the US should. Be proud to have her. Thanks to her parents for bringing her up the right way!

@donasmith5446 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing. Thank you!

@LMays-cu2hp Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing...

@patriciafeeley7997 5 жыл бұрын

Wow what an inspiration thanks Doc

@julesverne3157 4 жыл бұрын

One day i wanna see my daughter as successful like her. Thanks for the video .

@davidcrawford8371 3 жыл бұрын

I long for the day when the content of one's character is all that matters. For all her accolades, LTG West's devotion to this country, the men/women who served under her, and the proud tradition of her family's service reflects her character.