Memorial Day 2020 - Jose Pequeno American Hero

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15 жыл бұрын

A segment from the PBS Memorial Day concert dedicated to those who were wounded and the dedication required of those who must care for them. Actresses Katie Holmes and Dianne West helped re-enact the experiences of Staff Sergeant Jose Pequeno a soldier from New Hampshire. The former Sugar Hill Police Chief suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2006. His mother Nellie and sister Elizabeth were in the audience with Jose on Sunday, and their sacrifices were also recognized. At a private reception following the conter, New Hampshire Supreme Court Chief Justice John Broderick presented Sgt. Pequeno with a commendation signed by Governor Lynch and top lawmakers praising his service and his sacrifice.

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@misskayleebugs 10 жыл бұрын

I met this man today and his family at a restaurant. Even without watching this video on him he changed my life just by sitting there. He taught me to except who I am and not feel sorry for myself when I can't do something someone else can do when that's basically his whole life and that instead of feeling sorry for myself when I know there's someone out there in worse shape then I am. It's amazing how one man and one strong mother can change your perspective on things in life just by having a conversation. I will never forget this man. Thank you for your service.

@michellefairbrother8894 8 жыл бұрын

Jose, Nellie and Liz you are all missed here in NH and thought of daily... This brought tears to my eyes because I could hear the words but close my eyes and see the terror that was in your faces on that tragic day. It's been a long time now and I still think of all of you, sending love, hugs and many blessings.

@t.sunzyjamir7675 11 ай бұрын

"GOD, Please take me and let him live".. Thats the Love of a mother over her childrens ❤

@natedoggcata 13 жыл бұрын

I knew this guy. He used to be a resource officer at my high school and when they said "he was too nice to be a cop" it couldnt be more right. Dude was so nice to us all

@cisio64123 15 жыл бұрын

That was very touching and beautiful, well done to Katie and Diane . There are reports that Katie got very emotional during the previous days rehearsal and I can see why . Best wishes to Jose and his mother and sister , They and others like them have given so much, and payed the price for the freedom we enjoy .

@shezza32578 15 жыл бұрын

My mom sent this to me with the following msg...This story has become very close to my heart, partly because Jose is from my hometown of Lisbon. He was sheriff of a little town called Sugar Hill and once part of Lisbon when I was much younger. Also, my grandmother was a teacher in Sugar Hill.

@sescuba6405 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible story, what an incredible family!

@merotash 15 жыл бұрын

This is very touching! Katie Holmes and Dianne West did a great job! Jose you are a HERO!

@johngo1224 14 жыл бұрын

God bless you Jose. Thankyou for all you have given to help protect this country and our freedom. You are a true hero.

@joemaricagulada7411 Жыл бұрын

I'm very proud and glad to take care of this war hero

@slyspy9819 5 жыл бұрын

Life is not always fair , so live and love and laugh as much as you can . God bless you my brother may you find peace

@Fultonfalcons86 4 жыл бұрын

Breaks my heart to know he suffered so.........

@jbstonesfan 5 жыл бұрын

God bless you and your family. I will never forget your story and pray for you.

@char4him99 15 жыл бұрын

very touching and moving. Great job!!

@rocaar 15 жыл бұрын

Katie was awesome !!! :)

@natedoggcata 12 жыл бұрын

This makes me fucking sick. I knew Jose Pequeno. he was a resource officer at my school. He was the nicest dude ever and now hes a vegetable for life thanks to this stupid fucking war. Thank you Jose! a true American hero!

@miketwiddy9647 5 жыл бұрын

Its sad how some Hollywood stars have tainted the words of all Hollywood. We don't know who's sincere and whose looking for publicity. We just don't know.

@maddenharr96 4 ай бұрын

How's Jose doing?

@on_the 5 жыл бұрын

Why that music. WHY. SILENCE. PLEASE. E STOP EVERY WAR. PLEASE!

@Maxhunter12 2 жыл бұрын

Essayons jose

@christianguenther1276 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe some day the materials that create weapons of war will be used in the pursuit of peace. So no family will have to shed tears of anguish as their loved one is brought home broken in body, mind, or their loved one's body is laid to eternal rest.😞😢😢

@HerBunk 3 жыл бұрын

Yes and fairies will be flying around while unicorns roaming freely about the fruited plain...

@christianguenther1276 3 жыл бұрын

@@HerBunk It's obvious to me you like to kill things !

@HerBunk 3 жыл бұрын

@Christian Guenther I served 21 years in the Air force and over a period of six moths flew 50 B-52 missions durin which I dropped NUMEROUS bombs on bad guys in Vietnam so you must be correct...

@JinJinDoe 14 жыл бұрын

I wonder if he can speak/understand anything that's happening around him... Or whether he is even glad to stay alive. ;/

@HerBunk 14 жыл бұрын

...and they hate you.

@markus57ch 14 жыл бұрын

Send Bush, Cheney & all these cowards to Iraq to fight THEIR war! America is really mad!

@knucklesandbones 13 жыл бұрын

hypocrites!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@Craigthepope 14 жыл бұрын

I hate actors.

@onebadmouse 14 жыл бұрын

america is mad

@HerBunk 14 жыл бұрын

Why are you afraid that we would defeat Germany for the third time....

@HerBunk 14 жыл бұрын

@bzzrukyi Name calling is always an effective way to win an argument. Are you not aware that Joe Stalin was personally responsible for as many as 10 million (Soviet) deaths? He killed more citizens than Nazis. We appreciate the soviet assistance in WWII. Without their mind-numbing brutality and atrocities in eradicating the Nazis the war would have lasted at least another year. Please feel sorry for me all you want. I own my own home and have two automobiles and no debts. God bless the USSR.