Sgt. Rafael Peralta & the Forgotten Medal of Honor of Fallujah

Sgt. Rafael Peralta & the Forgotten Medal of Honor of Fallujah | November 2004

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In November 2004, U.S. Forces launched Operation Phantom Fury, which aimed to secure the Iraqi city of Al-Fallujah. Among the troops involved were the U.S. Marines of 1st Battalion, the 3rd Marine Regiment, including Sergeant Rafael Peralta, whose bravery during house clearance operations led to him being recommended for a posthumous Medal of Honor.
However, controversially, the U.S. Department of Defense downgraded his recommendation to a Navy Cross.
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@gojira7824 4 жыл бұрын

At least he got a destroyer named after him. That's pretty metal.

@haythamaljaru8264 4 жыл бұрын

He's dead it don't mean shit to him

@eb2558 4 жыл бұрын

Haytham Al Jaru jhee

@skeletonwguitar4383 4 жыл бұрын

Thats the alternative highest of high awards that he could get after getting "downgraded posthumous". That man deserves that honor and a rest from that horrible day.

@Max-kd2gh 4 жыл бұрын

Haytham Al Jaru oh really? Thank you for your amazing revelation... dipshit

@dragoonTT 4 жыл бұрын

Haytham Al Jaru that’s why government and military award individuals who have acted without their personal safety. If not, the living may not recognize the bravery and love of the dead

@cmn6772 4 жыл бұрын

This is only a small glimpse into what immigrant men and women who are in the armed forces have done for the American flag. SGT Peralta was Mexican by birth but American by choice and gave his life for that flag. That makes him more American than most of us, a true selfless hero.

@drstev0485 4 жыл бұрын

No American woman regardless of background has ever thrown themselves on a grenade

@cmn6772 4 жыл бұрын

@William Moore You're right no one asked him to jump on a grenade and that was his choice. Thats why he was put in for the MOH and received the Navy cross. Do you not know what selfless service means you inbred dimwit? You are so shook that a man originally from Mexico is more American than you that its comical LMAO. Who hurt your feelings William?

@tonytrump4818 4 жыл бұрын

His a traitor and should be treated has one 🤷 don't betrayed your country and then expect good things to happen where you don't belong , He Gets No Sympathy From Me .

@meanjune 4 жыл бұрын

William Moore You make it seem like sacrificing ones life for their country is an easy task. Stop talking shit keyboard warrior.

@mattheww2823 4 жыл бұрын

Tony trump you’re a complete idiot with no morals what so ever. Saying that for another human being, protecting his fellow HUMAN peers from an explosion which led to his death, is and will always be heroic not matter the circumstances.

@rickoche1220 3 жыл бұрын

"Be proud of me, bro.....be proud to be an american". That part at the end almost made me shed a tear. Beautiful.

@BeeBopGaming 3 жыл бұрын

I got choked up big time by that. As a Marine Veteran, I hope his family and brother are doing well.

@michaelbellinger1363 4 жыл бұрын

Typical arm chair quarterbacking done at Navy HQ. Task and Purpose article was spot on calling out their hypocrisy. R.I.P SSG Peralta.

@eltoroloco1936 3 жыл бұрын

One of the stories I heard of why the decision was made was because he was already shot and dying. Really strange decision to not award someone that reached out, pulled it to him and took the blast of the grenade.

@michaelbellinger1363 3 жыл бұрын

C.A. Toro, my thoughts exactly. Well said.

@theviewer102 3 жыл бұрын

RIP

@hmoobmeeka 3 жыл бұрын

@@eltoroloco1936 logic from higher up is that he was dead already and couldn't have reached for the grenade, hence not worthy of MOH. But his navy cross citation says he pulled the grenade underneath him....... military logic in a nutshell...... and not to take anything away from kyle carpenter but his MOH has more holes in it. There are no witnesses(a criteria for MOH) to his action of pulling the grenade underneath him, Kyle and his buddy were disoriented from the grenade blast that they have no idea what happened and the marine corps to this day still have no idea what really happened to them that day and yet, he was awarded the MOH

@gregdunn6040 3 жыл бұрын

He should have been awarded MOH, maybe someday it will be corrected.

@basemanawakens6089 4 жыл бұрын

Hopefull this video will raise the necesary awareness for the well deserved upgrade...

@skeletonwguitar4383 4 жыл бұрын

And get the MoH he deserves

@miketheace64 4 жыл бұрын

hopefully trump does right by us again and upgrades the medal.

@FancyNoodlez 4 жыл бұрын

@Jason that's so untrue it's ridiculous. Wanting legal integration into a country =/= not liking people of that country. Also there is a large percentage of Mexican and Latin American people that vote for Trump.

@user-rf9mx4qf7z 4 жыл бұрын

@Jason I don't like unrestricted illegal immigration. That's not the same as not liking Mexicans. I hope the family of this Mexican and American gets the Medal of Honor they should have gotten 15 years ago.

@user-xq9ox2xd3i 4 жыл бұрын

@Jason don't know where you heard that bs. Ffs Mexican immigrants are America's only hope at this point since they actually stull have community's with family values instead of the soy boys leftist pansies urban areas have now. We just don't want a wide open door to let any ass hat in. Wanting a border and hating a group of people are two very different things and im sure the Democrats never taught you that.

@natrone23 4 жыл бұрын

It’s an absolute disgrace of how few MOH’s were awarded the last 20 years. I’ve known stories of heroics you can’t imagine. Semper Fi. Cpl 1/3 Bravo.

@nuclearjanitors 4 жыл бұрын

1/5 weapons

@minirock000 4 жыл бұрын

Try winning the Victoria Cross. I don't think the action described in this award would have even been considered.

@LordBillington42 4 жыл бұрын

Handing out MOH's would have the unfortunate side effect of reminding the public that there's still a war or two going on.

@bobbertee5945 4 жыл бұрын

The problem lies with the way the USMC awards this medal, if he was in the Army, he would have been awarded the MOH, the Corps is just really tough about it....

@sidvyas8549 4 жыл бұрын

@@minirock000 The sacrifices of any of these men is not a competition. These are men most certainly greater myself, and I would presume you as well. They all deserve the recognition and reverence their actions deserve.

@DawgBreff 4 жыл бұрын

John 15;13: “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” R.I.P. Stud

@dkcorderoyximenez3382 4 жыл бұрын

Amen....

@michaelheery6303 3 жыл бұрын

D TRUMP

@elchuzalongo4339 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelheery6303 shut up, this is time to pay respects to those Marines.

@blankblank1949 4 жыл бұрын

Peralta reportedly served the United States with enthusiasm and patriotism: "In his parents' home, on his bedroom walls hung only three items - a copy of the United States Constitution, the Bill of Rights and his boot camp graduation certificate. Before he set out for Fallujah he wrote to his 14-year-old brother, 'Be proud of me, bro ...and be proud of being an American.' Goddamn he's far more american than natural born americans

@unslientminority1063 3 жыл бұрын

He is more American than Trump will ever be.

@blankblank1949 3 жыл бұрын

@@unslientminority1063 Trump's an american alright. He wants to project our job markets. Biden and Dems wants to eliminate millions of mining jobs and replace it with capital intensive green energy. He wants to impose tarrifs to protect american producers. He's more american than both parties. Trump's supporting law and order and democrat supporting riot and chaos. It's simple who's pro america and anti america

@jmeszi4159 3 жыл бұрын

Blank Blank Trump 2020 🇺🇸

@puma51921 3 жыл бұрын

God bless you and your family Sgt. Semper Fi.

@DonaldMcNuGGeT 3 жыл бұрын

Blank Blank you really are a fucking moron if you believe that lmao. And umm hmm trumps clown ass lives racist white folk you probably are one of those wanna be never could be fake milita clowns playing militsry

@RMSVA 4 жыл бұрын

"be proud to be an American..." Sounds like a lot of Americans need to hear those words, too. Sgt. Peralta embodied what Americans should aspire to. Regardless of whether he is ever awarded the Medal of Honor, his sacrifice will be remembered.

@chrischong6613 4 жыл бұрын

@albert speer If people stand for a different political view than of your own it's because they have a different opinion. Two people can disagree and still be patriotic. It's those who stand for nothing at all that are the problem because they have nothing to contribute.

@haz-iq 4 жыл бұрын

albert speer You've obviously got something against Democrats but how are Republicans any different? Under Trump, the VA has become increasingly unorganized even when the nation isn't even participating in any major wars although he'd have you believe otherwise since his supporters would just feast on his shit. Trump has brought the US onto the brink of war on multiple occasions with Iran, China and Russia with a complete disregard to the lives of US servicemen and women. What's worse is that Trump's erratic foreign policy has portrayed US troops as mercenaries that can be used for the political gain of other countries. Trump and his Republican administration has completely disrespected and tarnished the reputation of US military with the man going as far as even disrespecting soldiers who have given the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. American servicemen and women should not be disrespected by some bigot who didn't even have the balls to go to Vietnam.

@spiceydice6968 4 жыл бұрын

People take "freedom" for granted and say, "Our rights are the law," while they ignore the laws that protect them. A huge minority or even a majority isn't proud to be American but proud to be spoiled.

@charleshollingsworthjr448 4 жыл бұрын

@albert speer Are you a vet? Doesn't sound like it. The issue is about a dead Marine killed in action. Basically, you sound ignorant. No, Stupidly Racist.

@charleshollingsworthjr448 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a Black former Marine 1961-1965; USAF 1966-Dec 1969; USCG Reserves Ret 2009...with Agent Orange issues. Just want to say many Minorities-of-Color served this country, in all branches and many have died without equal representation. Those of the dominant culture in the military and political higher ups, have a history of racism especially of DMH DeadMinorityHeroes. Why is that?

@MorganPhillipsPage 4 жыл бұрын

Peralta was a legend. It makes me sad that some higher up ruined his chances of getting the medal of honor, which was clearly deserved. Rip, you American Legend :)

@s6fsaasfg694 4 жыл бұрын

same as the medal of honor file of captain swenson, which went missing from general petraeus desk, after the captain criticised his higher-ups for not approving close air support

@s6fsaasfg694 4 жыл бұрын

but in the end, he got his moh

@inZane- 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. "Got shot and was already dying".. so what, he was then obligated to hold that grenade? So stupid. Guy's a legend

@Shogun459 3 жыл бұрын

A civilian, Robert Gates Made the call. Gates never served in the military.

@deneshbhaskar3944 3 жыл бұрын

@@s6fsaasfg694 No he did not. He got a navy cross. What happened was there was VIDEO and the pictures and autopsy showed that he was already dead before the grenade. He was killed by friendly fire.. and his body was right place right time. Look we cannot just give out medal of honour without proof yeah soldiers will always overstate a comdrade to honour him. You do not get the HIGHEST medal in the land for getting shot or kia in action. War is ugly and men die. If they just gave out the MOH it would not be right. I am Canadian and we have not given out our highest medal the victoria cross in the war on terror. 165 canadians have died. You dont get it for killing the enemy or by dying. You have to go BEYOND the call of duty. IMO I do disagree with some citations personally. Poltical pressure, and wanting to honour soldiers is a reason why so many have been awarded the MOH... Evidence states he did not jump on it but was already dead

@tnoss2573 3 жыл бұрын

This young man was in boot camp with my son and I remember him as such a caring gentle soul. When we heard of his passing we were so sad. May he rip in piece.

@MagnificentButcher 3 жыл бұрын

I served with Rafael back in 02. I remember we use transport prisoners. I somehow have his chaser ID somewhere and hope to get it to his family someday. RIP Brother, you are missed.

@CitizenSnips69 3 жыл бұрын

If you know what city his family lives in and one of their full names, you should be able to look up their address. I used to use a website called “white pages” but the website is a bit harder to use these days. You may try Facebook too. I don’t know what a chaser ID is but I hope you get it to where it belongs, I’m sure they’d appreciate it during these hard times

@BeeBopGaming 3 жыл бұрын

I did police chasing duty at Camp Lejeune back in 03. Didn’t like it one bit, but it was my duty to transport them around. I hope you are doing well in life today brother. 👍

@Anth4044 3 жыл бұрын

That is great you are going to do that and also thank you so much for your service and May God Bless you 🙏👍💪💪

@ferrari884 3 жыл бұрын

Dude it’s been over 16 years. Maybe do it instead of putting comments about it on KZfaq.

@dannyphantom310 3 жыл бұрын

@@ferrari884 I'm thinking this guy is full of shit

@thecloudpeoplearecoming399 4 жыл бұрын

Great story! What a hero. Tragic that they failed to award him properly, smothering a grenade is like the most common thing that gets the MOH awarded. R.I.P Sgt. Peralta

@munshine101st 4 жыл бұрын

From a fellow Marine, from 1st Bn. 4th Marines. Sgt. Peralta's actions and citation clearly constituted an CMH Award. Thanks to this channel, for bringing light to this Marine's story, and hope it gets upgraded. Semper Fidelis!

@munshine101st 3 жыл бұрын

@@suckmyballzgameplays7172, thank you sir, for the comment. To your question of my service to this great Nation. My service was to honor "All" Allies, especially the United States fallen Warriors that saved generations from eating grass. It is truly sad, we live in a society where someone has to conjure up an arm-chair commando image to receive unwanted credit. The story of Sgt. Peralta's actions warranted an upgrade for his valiant act of sacrifice. This is the true Hero! R.I.P. Sgt. Peralta...Salute!

@richardkroll2269 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe all who read this KZfaq will press President Trump in his second term to upgrade the award to a FULL CMH.

@noname-nq5zn 2 жыл бұрын

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@wadewilson8011 2 жыл бұрын

How long has it been since you served? You do know that as a fellow Marine it's not recognized as "CMH." It's just MOH. Congress has nothing to do with who is awarded that metal. All service men and women know this.

@munshine101st 2 жыл бұрын

@@wadewilson8011, hey if you are correcting. Why? don't you start with yourself by spell-checking, "metal". Correction, it's spelled "MEDAL" all Devil Dogs' should know this. Go, kick rocks! Sh*t 🐦!!!

@Mr12ob 4 жыл бұрын

He did the same thing as Kyle Carpenter, Jason Dunham, and Michael Mansour, that Navy Cross needs to be upgraded.

@rickmathis7755 3 жыл бұрын

Right on Brother. They all four did the same...Ive watched all four and alot of videos of Kyle Carpenter and he truly didn't know that he jumped onto the grenade but did use his body to shield y he blast for his fellow man that day...they have drone footage iam sure off its just not been released cause they have them for the other two...so most definitely they all 4 deserved it...if we as Americans keep pushing this man will be awarded the MOH...Semper Fi...RIP

@dabossfraga9493 3 жыл бұрын

I AGREE 100%

@JoeAlcantar 3 жыл бұрын

Rick Mathis.

@dabossfraga9493 3 жыл бұрын

@@JoeAlcantar holy crap bro you have the same last name as my Father. Where are you from? Your Ancestors?

@hmoobmeeka 3 жыл бұрын

Kyle carpenter's MOH had no witnesses (a criteria for MOH). Kyle and his buddy were so disoriented from the blast they had no idea what happened before the blast, they don't recall anything before. The marine corps came to the conclusion that Kyle jumped on the grenade, but to this day the marine corps still have no idea what really happened...... sgt Peralta's navy cross citation states he pulled the grenade underneath him, but the reason his MOH gets denied is because he was already dead and couldn't have pulled the grenade underneath him

@TheRealMurican 3 жыл бұрын

Just give this man the medal he deserves already. Too much politics in the military.

@dkcorderoyximenez3382 4 жыл бұрын

DOD hair splitting.....the Marine earned The CMH and his family deserves to have it as part of Sergeant Peralta's legacy...... My son was also a casualty of the 2nd Battle of Fallujah and in my humble opinion Peralta earned it....

@rodrigjose 3 жыл бұрын

I am sorry for your loss Mr. Ximenez. May he rest in peace. Semper Fi.

@chucksmith9772 3 жыл бұрын

Amen brother! He most definitely earned it. God bless you, and your son. Semper fi

@FFEMTB08 3 жыл бұрын

I thank you. ❤️🇺🇸

@devildog3246 4 жыл бұрын

I got chicken skin watching this. I was part of Vigilant Resolve, and was a part of Phantom Fury as well... Lucky I guess. It changed my life forever. This man showed what it is to be a Marine. He gave himself for his brothers. He will always be owed a debt by those that survived because of his actions. Sgt. Peralta is what the Marine Corps is about. Selfless loyalty and love for your brothers. Semper Fi Devildog!

@dariusdixon9142 3 жыл бұрын

Wow that's so messed up! This man is a hero! "Peralta Hall" was the headquarters building I worked out of on Camp Hansen, Okinawa back in 2009. (31st MEU) The building contained a memorial dedicated to Sgt. Peralta yet I've never heard this story until now. Rest in power warrior! Semper Fidelis! -Cpl Dixon D.L.

@johnpharis8498 3 жыл бұрын

This Marine deserves the Medal of Honor....

@nomadc4tl152 3 жыл бұрын

In my eyes he has one

@rogerdavies6226 3 жыл бұрын

And in God's eyes as well

@Shogun459 3 жыл бұрын

Robert Gates, Sec. Def. denied the honor. He served both the Bush and Obama WH.

@gr0wler147 4 жыл бұрын

It’s great that you made us aware of this. A Medal of Honor is the least the US government could give for someone who chose to forfeit their life for others

@StaticImage 3 жыл бұрын

They could name a city after him and it wouldn't be enough. RIP, Rafael Peralta. And thanks for being a true American hero.

@jefferydixson527 3 жыл бұрын

Here would have been first non-white service member to be awarded the Medal of Honor , one thing people do not understand SGT Rafael Peralta would have been first illegal immigration to win the highest award of this nation .

@reallyhappenings5597 3 жыл бұрын

In every war there are accounts of soldiers who, at a critical moment, choose to take a grenade unto themselves. I can't imagine how much commitment that requires.

@Mexicano1768 Жыл бұрын

The Ultimate and Final Commitment.

@JoseRamos-ql1gv 3 жыл бұрын

There is no greater honor than giving your life for a friend, Rest In Peace Rafael P. May God rest your soul.

@nickmat994 4 жыл бұрын

This was incredibly humbling. Thank you for keeping the memory of these men alive. I hope Peralta's family finds some peace. I wish politicians and the MSM would feel an ounce of shame for contributing to the division of this country. Not much compares to the honor with which these men conduct themselves.

@AntonioTONYMontana83 4 жыл бұрын

Viva mi raza!!!!!! I hope you get the medal of honor that you surely earned my fellow mexican brother Descanse en paz💪🇺🇸🇮🇹

@knightlife98 4 жыл бұрын

This Man, this Hero, this Marine, joined a small group of people whose pictures should be the definitions of the words, "Selflessness" and "Sacrifice." God Bless You, Sgt. Rafael Peralta, no doubt in my mind, that you had some Crowns awaiting your arrival in Heaven. I'm so very grateful for you and others like you, that set the standards for the rest of us to live by.

@USNCBSLIXXX 3 жыл бұрын

He was a Marine's Marine. Gave his life for his brothers. No greater honor. Thank you and RIP Rafael. You are NOT forgotten brother.

@nbr1rckr 4 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi, Sgt. Peralta. A true American hero.

@peterlee4682 3 жыл бұрын

Scores of men have won the Medal of Honor for EXACTLY the same actions displayed by this courageous man. As far as I'm concerned, he won that award and I hope the surviving members of that very exclusive group recognize him accordingly. Blessings to all who have served!

@pedroperalta5719 4 жыл бұрын

The man gave his life so his fellow Marines could live to see another day, yet no Medal of Honor? What a disgrace for the DOD! God Bless you Sargent Peralta!

@TXOLDEBULLDOGGER 3 жыл бұрын

As a former paratrooper, this breaks my heart. Let's not dance around it, the only reason this man didn't get the CMH is because of his ethnicity. I'm ashamed as an American and as a former soldier for the actions of that panel. And I thank the Navy for being worthy leaders and giving him that ship, I salute you.

@kwakgreen 3 жыл бұрын

What a brave marine, we stand together as brothers love from the UK.

@briankelly6432 4 жыл бұрын

Brother you'll never be forgotten!God bless

@catlee8064 4 жыл бұрын

Was in Al-basrah and we got moved upto camp dogwood in support of this op, what a sh*t hole!

@skeletonwguitar4383 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you made it out, friend.

@thedude4795 4 жыл бұрын

Bad service?

@catlee8064 4 жыл бұрын

@@skeletonwguitar4383 Cheers matey!

@catlee8064 4 жыл бұрын

@@thedude4795 Nah, was an old US base, wasnt in the best of conditions, plus alot of harassing fire and IEDS

@tomperkins5657 3 жыл бұрын

And what pisses me off is all the men and women who died for that place so that more corrupt and American money stealing and tribal factions could continue to fight.

@newflover 4 жыл бұрын

One of the most frustrating things that happens in the military and paramilitary organizations. If Sgt. Peralta had been accused of some war crime, they would’ve done everything to hammer him. However, you doing something heroic, it’s questioned and downgraded or dismissed. I wish the names of those who declined the the Medal Of Honor would be published. Great video as always.

@michaelwatkinson755 3 жыл бұрын

As a fellow soldier, it makes me tear up listening to his heroism. Sgt. Peralta is a TRUE AMERICAN HERO. God Bless his family, and God Bless America

@JonesingUSAF 4 жыл бұрын

Whoever was on that MoH board needs to be promptly removed from having any authority. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Semper Fi Sgt

@TheRobbex 4 жыл бұрын

It's the old story. No officer present so no big gong. Sgt. Peralta has something more though: The respect of his brothers in arms.

@nikbrady14 4 жыл бұрын

He's guarding the streets of heaven now🙏 rest in peace Peralta🇺🇸🇺🇸

@seanhardaway8965 3 жыл бұрын

His tour is done. There is no need for him to guard anything. But I agree with he's in heaven resting easy.

@z0ro_62 4 жыл бұрын

Damn ending message got me right in the feels

@squeakycleanwithlouise4211 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and content. R.I.P Sgt Rafael Peralta.🇺🇸

@ExtremelyRightWing 3 жыл бұрын

It said he had immigrated from Mexico at a young age. That man was an American.

@SlurryNoises 3 жыл бұрын

Amen.

@gregdunn6040 3 жыл бұрын

He was a Marine, don't care where from. He made the ultimate sacrifice for his fellow Marines and will forever join the honored that are never forgotten.

@mudo1965 3 жыл бұрын

But he still deserves the medal of honor for his actions saving other Marines Semper Fi Oooorrrraaaahhhh Sgt Peralta Rest In Peace ☮️

@kevingraham8535 4 жыл бұрын

John 15:13 There is no greater love than to lay down one's life for one's friends.

@michealruel8522 3 жыл бұрын

Without a doubt he intentionally made the ultimate sacrifice to save his brothers. The Pentagon needs to Award the highest honour to his memory.

@timmsavage3088 4 жыл бұрын

I would like to know who denied him this award. My guess is they have never served a day in combat.

@olchat2012 3 жыл бұрын

You'll find him behind a desk or at the golf club...

@SlurryNoises 3 жыл бұрын

@@olchat2012 I might've laughed at this briefly but only because it's sadly true.

@coachshackelford 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sgt. Rafael Peralta and ALL of the other Men and Women who have served our Country. During these crazy times, it would be easy to think your not appreciate but most of us do! You all are hero's and greatly appreciated! THANK YOU & GOD BLESS YOU!!

@Knate1104 3 жыл бұрын

Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. - John 15:13

@georgeanthony8999 3 жыл бұрын

THIS MAN BETTER GET THAT MEDAL OF HONOR! ONLY A TRUE AMERICAN WOULD SAVE HIS BROTHER'S LIKE THAT!

@petecastle5762 3 жыл бұрын

How can you deny this hero the honors he deserves, god bless him , his family and the heroes he fought beside🇺🇸

@guitardoug12 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing. We civilians will never know the true bond of brothers in battle. All I can say is, hero. Every bullet taken, every bomb encountered ensured our freedom as a nation. God Bless this man.

@jamesmerone 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. You should consider doing one on John A. Chapman. The event that got him awarded his Medal of Honor was recorded and can be seen here on KZfaq.

@moddo3649 4 жыл бұрын

Can you cover the Battle of Bungui (2013). It involved South African Special forces, paratroopers and medical battalion (400ish) people vs 3000+ rebels. Super interesting.

@JulianEmdon 4 жыл бұрын

Ooh yes please 🙏

@nikbrady14 4 жыл бұрын

This sounds interesting!

@rovat6285 4 жыл бұрын

Oohhhh, yes yes.

@pieterwillembotha6719 4 жыл бұрын

You mean, the battle where the rebels humiliated the SANDF personnel?

@Jarod-sm5rf 4 жыл бұрын

I just read about it someone get a movie about this

@spokanefut 3 жыл бұрын

Give the man his damn MoH. He sure as Hell gave that Last Full Measure, and more.

@maida2124 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not tearing up... you’re the one tearing up 😤🇺🇸🇲🇽

@ianmacfarlane1241 4 жыл бұрын

It's the onions.

@rafaelgaspar13 4 жыл бұрын

From a Rafael to another, you got my honor big man. Where ever you are I hope you are in peace soldier. Rest in Power Rafael.

@erfan.2244 4 жыл бұрын

Marines are so badass. No matter who they face with, They will give all they have.

@Phildo8 3 жыл бұрын

SGT. PERALTA ABSOLUTELY DESERVES THE CMOH! There’s been 1 for sure given out for the exact same act by a Marine in Iraq & though critically injured miraculously survived! I’m talking about Kyle Carpenter. This man here deserves The CMOH as well & if it’s not still being petitioned it definitely needs to be. This was years before I went to Afghanistan & idk how I haven’t heard this Marine’s story until now but this is why I love this channel!

@nicoangelobado9913 4 жыл бұрын

That letter wrote to his brother is one damn tear jerking farewell from a hero. The world needs them, yet they are the ones whose consciously sacrificing themselves for the good of others.

@lziv7583 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you uploaded cause I binged all your videos in the matter of hours lmao

@kyl3644 4 жыл бұрын

I like the aftermath addition on the last part of the video Great content as always

@tomperkins5657 3 жыл бұрын

Far and away, this is best subscription I have made out of dozens. Excellent work and vocal articulation!

@mcdid22 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant piece yet again. Thanks a million for doing such great work. Love this channel

@jaybales3160 3 жыл бұрын

Another Marine cheated out of his just deserves. The MOH was earned by this Marine. Hand Salute, SemperFi. May you Rest In Peace Marine.

@catburglar4295 4 жыл бұрын

amazing vid as always

@TacticalMetalhead 3 жыл бұрын

The things men do in combat to keep their brothers alive.. It's absolutely astonishing. Thank you.

@jeffhamil7983 4 жыл бұрын

Respect brother. You have the CMH in our eyes. Sgt. Jeff Hamil K 3/7. VN

@FreckleAkane 4 жыл бұрын

That's an NCO who walked the walk about taking care of his junior marines.

@rodgermurphy5721 4 жыл бұрын

What a badass! Spilt second decision to put yourself between a grenade and your battles to save their life at the cost of your own! Respect

@metalbent9078 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the upload.

@raidernation4653 3 жыл бұрын

I remember the story when it happened, thank you for making this video of him, reminding the world of this great Marine.. SEMPER FI

@ShiloDaYeen 4 жыл бұрын

Those words from his letter kinda slapped me in the face like a brick.

@seanlongshore2341 4 жыл бұрын

You have one of my favorite channels here my man ')

@VectorIraq 3 жыл бұрын

My Marine Corps League Detachment had the Honor of taking a private tour of the Destroyer named after Sgt. Peralta, it was awesome and fitting for a solid Marine. Descansa en Paz Sgt. Peralta, Semper Fi!

@joaquingarciameschio9582 4 жыл бұрын

Great video mate, keep doing this amazing work

@user-gd7fx4jf5c 3 жыл бұрын

This is what I despise about senior dignitaries and bureaucrats having an influence over who should get what medals ! This young man should have been awarded the highest medal for selflessness and bravery going above the call of duty ..

@totalturnip9589 4 жыл бұрын

I’m confused as to the thinking behind the D.O.D, did they think it had fallen directly under his body by mistake?

@fishofgold6553 4 жыл бұрын

No. Obviously, the grenade was thrown, then Sgt. Peralta happened to teleport in from another location and just happened to land on top of the grenade. Just a tragic accident. So sad. :( R.I.P. Sergeant Peralta.

@synapticproductions541 4 жыл бұрын

Its DOD red tape speak for "We dont think he did something worth the MOH." Or "We cant recommend that because we dont want to seem like were giving them out like candy."

@Tinfoil_Hardhat 4 жыл бұрын

@Jason That's not the case at all. Stop spreading misinformation and the "hurr durr America racist" narrative.

@user-xq9ox2xd3i 4 жыл бұрын

@Jason ffs no i wasn't because of that christ half of the damn core is Hispanic. The military shits the bed in every country this just happens to be a great example of a massive governmental entity that is so large it collapses over its own weight

@MrEvanfriend 3 жыл бұрын

The reasoning that they used is that he may not have been conscious and lucid after suffering a head wound, and that it's possible that he inadvertently rolled onto the grenade. All the Marines who were there say that this reasoning is horseshit, and that it was a deliberate and conscious act. And so Peralta got the Big Green Weenie even after death. But his fellow Marines know what he did, and we recognize his actions even though some POG with a lot of brass on his collar may not.

@fireteammichael1777 4 жыл бұрын

Great topic! Thanks for bringing more and wider exposure to this! Now, hopefully he'll get the MoH he deserves.

@jerry321999 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you all for doing this story! I'm a former "Green-side" Navy Corpsman and have been following this story. My hopes are that this won't be another "The Last Full Measure" - type story.

@uppercut70 4 жыл бұрын

There is no greater love then to lay down one's life for his friends

@davidfauntleroy521 3 жыл бұрын

As a marine, that MOH type of action! If he was a light green marine he would already have the award..🤷‍♂️ WOW, What else did he need to do?? He used his body to shield his bros. From DEATH.. that's what we do!!

@walkingdad6978 4 жыл бұрын

Great video yet again. Great reference photos and graphics. Well deserved credit on the subscription landmark. This channel is a must for those who desire facts with no frills👍😁 What were the DOD thinking, no MOH is disgraceful.

@irondiver2034 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. Remember the story I had followed it for a while. Definitely deserves the upgrade to the CMH. Semper Fi

@SuperAngelles 3 жыл бұрын

Army infantry after the grenade would have finished clearing the whole house, eliminating or capuring the insurgents defending the house. The Marines choosing to backout of the house after the grenade detonation leaving the fallen marine in place was a choice, lacking in experienced leadership and frot with fear leading to this incorrect decision and mission time wasted. This I cannot believe that the Marines did, its unlike any Marines to retreat in this way.

@TheGedunk 2 жыл бұрын

Uhh, they did finish clearing the house once they regrouped. There’s a reason why the Marines were chosen as the lead element in Fallujah 1 & 2.

@laserus3333 3 жыл бұрын

Those individuals who denied recognition of his selfless act of bravery. In denying the recommendation of the Medel of Honor. Are dishonorable in the very act of doing so. And should be reduced in rank at the very minimum. Semper fi.

@grahamtaylor6883 4 жыл бұрын

Just give him it, what can it hurt...........Great video again mate, top class.

@fredvasconi2091 4 жыл бұрын

This was such an incredible act of heroism! Wounded and then he pulls in a grenade, to save his buddies, knowing it will end his life. My God! What a brave and selfless act. Thank you Sgt., For your life and service to America.

@jmbig 4 жыл бұрын

Jusqu'au bout de la mission ... Jusqu'au bout de lui même ... Respect et honneur à lui ... 🤚

@savageytb1039 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering if you could talk about the operation “HK35” in Afghanistan lead by the commando trepel. All things apart love your vids always clear and well put together!!! Don’t stop what you’re doing it’s Fiiiire 👌🏼🔥

@jalspach9215 4 жыл бұрын

LFE: Deepest respect & gratitude for keeping USMC Sgt. Peralta's courage & sacrifice in the public eye. Though I never knew him I feel close & my heart goes out to his family & legacy. I'm a 60 y.o. white guy born & raised on the AZ/Mex border. Most folks don't realize the majority of humble/noble soft-spoken Mexican immigrant families are deeply patriotic & many have paid the ultimate sacrifice. My sister-in-law's parents were legal immigrants thru Texas. They met on a dance floor there in the 1950's. They were poor but proud. She grew up in an adobe shack with a dirt floor in NM. A few years ago at her daughter's (my niece's) wedding she took me aside at the reception entrance while I was admiring garlanded photos of my late father and a black n white of her late parents (embracing in that dance hall where they met). She said, "...I want to tell you something about my Mom & Dad. They always reminded us they came here through the legal process and while it's fine to be proud of our roots, don't EVER forget to feel fortunate, grateful & proud to live in this country, be good citizens & respect the law." Vaya con Dios Rafael. Nosotros recordamos para siempre.

@DevilFrog 3 жыл бұрын

Honor isn't defined or exemplified by a medal. You will live forever by your legacy through the exponentially lives saved by your actions; forever in the hearts and minds of and the brothers you saved, their families and offspring, and a Corps of proud brethren. Semper Fidelis my brother; Ooorah!

@MrZoomah 3 жыл бұрын

Australian General Jim Molan was commanding a different part of the Iraq operation during Fallujah. (How is that word not added to spell check?) He called it the young man's Omaha Beach for how crazy dangerous entering the city was. One thing I remember from his book was him listening to an argument between American soldiers on who would be the first through the door into a house. The first one through the door was often shot. It wasn't an argument to NOT be first but to BE first. No soldier wanted his mate to be shot so all the guys in their section (I think American's call them squads? 4 man teams?) wanted to go first.

@dionthomas5418 4 жыл бұрын

R. I. P Marine Sgt Peralta true legit warrior patriot and legend, he should have a Medal of Honor for saving his fellow Marines from a hand grenade, no greater love has a man lay down his life for his friends John 15:13 Semper Fi

@norsuist 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome content once again!

@WAH1447_cards 4 жыл бұрын

Man I wished you these bi weekly or even tri weekly. Your voice makes these videos that much better. I am a marketer and I would love to work with you to make this channel worth millions. You could do this full time and not have to ever worry about money again, I love this channel

@alexwerthza 4 жыл бұрын

What a legend

@brandondunnegan3890 4 жыл бұрын

Dude he definitely deserves the medal of honor.

@Frenchylikeshikes 4 жыл бұрын

I like this concept of videos speaking of common soldiers doing heroic stuff. Battles are often won by generals, but without good men, they would not go far. Thanks for giving those men their rightful place.