The Real 'Black Hawk Down': The Battle of Mogadishu

The Real 'Black Hawk Down': The Battle of Mogadishu | Major Jeff Struecker

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Major Jeff Struecker is a former U.S. Army Ranger who took part in the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu, made famous by the film 'Black Hawk Down.' He also took part of the invasion of Panama in 1989, and served in Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm. Here, he shares the true story of Black Hawk Down, and recalls his career in military service. Major Struecker is currently an author and a pastor.
We had a long conversation with him about his service, which he described in great detail.
Edited by AVC Intern Krista Oliver.
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
0:13 - Guest Intro 1
1:50 - Enlistment and Training
3:37 - Just Cause Orders
7:04 - First Experience of Combat
8:58 - Operation Desert Shield
12:20 - Guest Intro 2
12:48 - Discharged to Somalia
17:35 - October 3rd Mission
19:13 - Ranger Role Explained
21:18 - "I Might Die Tonight."
26:14 - The Scariest Moment of Struecker's Life
28:19 - How Struecker Was Calm
31:42 - The Situation
34:18 - How Do You Protect Yourself?
37:18 - Guest Intro 3
37:52 - Getting Out
42:12 - Thoughts on the Matter
43:18 - Becoming a Chaplain
44:39 - First Chaplain Deployment
47:57 - Chaplain Expectations
49:15 - Guest Intro 4
49:38 - Going Into Combat as a Chaplain
55:40 - Guest Intro 5
56:18 - The Soldiers' Spiritual Life
59:55 - How Strueker Dealt With Things
1:02:57 - Strueker Wants You To Know This About the American Warriors
1:05:14 - Chaplain Restraints
1:07:01 - Life After Being a Chaplain
1:10:32 - Conclusion

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@motorcop505 3 жыл бұрын

Thank God for our brave Royal Malaysian comrades! They came through for our troops when they were needed most! 🇲🇾🇺🇸

@selebet30 3 жыл бұрын

The are From Malay Regiments (100% Muslims) on mission to save Christian & Judaism almost. This is amazing! They go ahead with bravery by name of Allah! They're proofed Islam is love, peace, kindness and teaching all positive thoughts... May ALLAH given this veteran hidayah

@mrkeyahmed1894 3 жыл бұрын

and am very proud to be somalian 🇸🇴🇸🇴

@MrHakuna78 3 жыл бұрын

@Frank Kemp Yes why they silly? So you want to said saving american troops are silly? Or you want to said that troops should not be help?

@Jeff-qw2de 3 жыл бұрын

I think this is the reason every nation should help each other, the most powerful can be in a situation where they need help

@abdisamadfaruuq3505 3 жыл бұрын

You all lost to Somali General 😂

@bucketlist1608 3 жыл бұрын

" I can't thank enough for what the Malaysian did that night and I can't thank them enough for their courage". Thank you very much Major Jeff Struecker for acknowledging, gratefulness and high respect towards the bravery and dedication of our pride, the Malaysian Army / Warriors rising to the occasion on that day and which was sadly not mentioned in the Black Hawk Down movie. Your statements means a lot to all our Malaysian Army/Warriors especially one fallen Corporal Mat Aznan Awang and his family. You are a true gentleman and officer Major Jeff Struecker. Salute. Please come visit us in Malaysia.

@Defender78 2 жыл бұрын

the Malaysian's contributions to the BHD were substantial, and Mr. Strueker mentions them in solid regard. There are two scenes in the movie in which a Malaysian solider displays his authority as APC driver, Ewan McGregor's character SGT Grimes barks at him to start driving immediately ("these vehicles are a bullet magnet, let's go!!"). The Malay soldier barks back, "We go when i'm ordered to, soldier!!" A few scenes later, during the final escape from the city, some impatient Rangers insist on jumping into the already-packed APC, and he tells them authoritatively, "No room, go on the roof!!" So i guess this was the director's way of implying the Malaysians had some sweat in the game. It would have been cool to see one or two brief scenes of Malaysian soldiers participating in the battle, like, say, firing their rifles. But we got what we got in BHD.

@lancecrocket2391 2 жыл бұрын

They were pakastani regulat army in those scenes

@HandsomeLongshanks 2 жыл бұрын

They couldn't have done it without your guys help and you should be proud. Standing defiant in the face of death to help out another human is the definition of bravery.

@lurkingknight 2 жыл бұрын

@@lancecrocket2391 they were definitely not portrayed by Malaysians or as Malaysians. TIL hollywood shafts asians again.

@JOrtiz-gc2dl 2 жыл бұрын

@@lurkingknight The movie was about the American soldiers obviously, I am sorry you feel the Asians were intentionally screwed but I am sure many who read the book, know the history and especially the men on the ground during that event will never forget the Malaysians. But bear in mind, the reason the Malaysians were called upon was purely due to political reasons from the very beginning after the Clinton administration took over in office. The politicians in Wasington DC (cowards) denied the many requests by American SOF command for heavy armored vehicles and AC-130 gunships, due to their reputation as being bad asses (Delta & Rangers) who don't need that kind of armored vehicles. When time came to ask for help from the UN forces in Mogadishu, Malaysia had the heaviest armored vehicles, so they became the natural choice. Majority democrats and democratic president denied the SOF on site the vehicles they requested. That simple, political bullshit.

@richard102879 2 жыл бұрын

The Malaysian military was grossly underrated for their role during the battle of Mogadishu and Black Hawk down. They received no credit for their actions in the movie Black Hawk down, these men are heroes and they deserve to be recognized for what they did. I doubt any of those brave Malaysians who answered our call when we needed them and came to the aid of the American military during of the battle of Mogadishu will read this but if they do, I would like to personally say thank you 🙏

@powerplay8355 2 жыл бұрын

Let's not talk about that. It was all American.

@richard102879 2 жыл бұрын

@@powerplay8355 that’ll be your little secret

@JOrtiz-gc2dl 2 жыл бұрын

They received heavy credit in the book written by Bowden and also the historical documentaries, unfortunately not the movie but the movie was about the Americans and their ordeal, not the Malaysians.

@Hellibra 2 жыл бұрын

I am Malaysian. Yes we do read anything abt Black Hawk Down. You are welcome.

@saucejohnson9862 2 жыл бұрын

The Malaysians were portrayed in the movie, why do you have to lie for internet clout?

@richr1029 6 ай бұрын

I met Jeff in early 2005 at Ft. Knox, KY. I think he was a captain at the time and he just finished school to become an army chaplain. Quite a humble God fearing man. I remember him praying for us as we were getting ready to ship out to the box. Never forget that moment I was in the presence of a hero.

@CharlieBarkinTheDog 25 күн бұрын

8😊z

@jakemir558 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Major Jeff Struecker for acknowledging our Malaysian Army . Proud to be Malaysian

@JuweriaAli 2 жыл бұрын

proud of killing fellow muslims in their own country and kissin americans ass?

@shaqlane5080 Жыл бұрын

What Are you proud of? Killing another Muslim in a country that did nothing to you ?

@143AD Жыл бұрын

Bot. You sat in armour.

@3planettosave1planet34 Жыл бұрын

@@143AD atleast not a keyboard worrior like you lol.. Keep crying

@adnanmohamed-4813 Жыл бұрын

I proud to be Somalia 🇸🇴, but the responsibility of killing innocent people will take/pay America; I saw some people saying without Pakistan 🇵🇰/Malaysia 🇲🇾 America will not be .. ... Something like that And these countries are saying Muslims, and they proud that they helped to Christians rather than Their religion Brothers(Muslims). Be shyness.

@sinarmentari1443 3 жыл бұрын

The Malaysia Armies Personal Carriers..... I can't compliment enough to this guys got for their courageous..... At 35:00. Thank you 🥺🥰 for bringing up Malaysia Armies into your stories. You are the only who brought the truth stories about Somalia about our Malaysia come to the rescue.

@143AD Жыл бұрын

🤣

@ezzywish417 Жыл бұрын

@@143AD BS Bot

@jijoyazizul4416 9 ай бұрын

Pakistan tank runway and left malaysian UN humvee complete the mission 😅

@bernarddesmond2255 3 жыл бұрын

Praise God for the brave Malaysian soldiers that volunteered when asked to help save our American lives!

@salmiyahabdhamid4048 3 жыл бұрын

...yes..but as usual US will never mention others in their film...only Sylvestor stallone @ rambo will save US army. Who's malaysians...?

@brokasimshare649 3 жыл бұрын

Malaysian will help u

@bondanina2615 3 жыл бұрын

We are maybe in small physical but we have brave heart.

@ikamelilea6749 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@aleksandersokal5279 2 жыл бұрын

@@salmiyahabdhamid4048 They were seen in the film, with the APCs and in the morning scene you can see them fighting alongside the Rangers.

@shahrilramlan1764 3 жыл бұрын

God bless u mejar for telling the truth about what happen in black hawk down tragedy and about our brave Malaysian rangers .... I proud to be a Malaysian....

@heartoflions7138 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you from America...

@franklawl 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of footage of Malaysian soldiers on FUNKER530. They are bad motherfuckers. Well trained and they never leave a man behind. True heroes.

@markmiller897 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't know of their contributions to this battle. Brave and honorable fighters. From now on, I will remember them and honor them as heroes. Thank you, Malaysians! Bless you all!

@ozz7602 2 жыл бұрын

Allah will punish you for being the devils lapdog.. imagine being proud of killing poor Muslim people who are being bullied by America because there is the prospect of oil in Somalia.

@AveliMedia 2 жыл бұрын

@@ozz7602 bro don’t even bother Somalis warned Malaysians and Pakistani’s the consequences for being involved and told them and the Pakistanis to leave because they was Muslims. They all got slaughtered there, they are watering down what actually toke place because their embarrassed the whole city fought against them I have so many family members that was there and witnessed it all. Somalis are proud what they done to these guys.

@curtisharton9245 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Major Sawmi for your information, knowledge, and service along with all the Malaysian warriors .. from an American.

@thankfullyredeemedmaderigh7436 Жыл бұрын

💪🏻

@143AD Жыл бұрын

@evoo1714 11 ай бұрын

thank sir.... 😎👍🇲🇾♥️🇺🇲

@williamdrake2315 3 жыл бұрын

God bless you! Thank you to the Malaysian forces that fought and died.

@bondanina2615 3 жыл бұрын

Bless you all too..

@thankfullyredeemedmaderigh7436 Жыл бұрын

💪🏻🤘🏻❤️

@matkenangan 3 жыл бұрын

35:00 Malaysian soldiers come into conversation 38:31 Thanks Sir..

@shujikun89 3 жыл бұрын

dude? i think address as Sir is more appropriate

@Nazmi0794 3 жыл бұрын

dudeeeeeeeee, he is Major Jeff Struecker dudeeeee..i respect u Major Jeff/ Sir Jeff

@lovevivo9182 2 жыл бұрын

Pakistan army runs for wars 😂🤣

@raynkossinhashim8365 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir for telling .the truth about the BATTLE OF MOGADISHU.

@paktech4054 2 жыл бұрын

@@lovevivo9182 tea is fantastic,

@louis4129 2 жыл бұрын

I am proud of being a Malaysian I didn’t expect Malaysia to be mentioned in a war. It’s okay for countries to help each other. In the end, I still hope that the relationship between the two countries will get better and better.

@louis4129 2 жыл бұрын

@Justin Y. Yes, if there are any mistakes in my writing, I apologize to the people who saw my comment

@amirunsyazwan2179 2 жыл бұрын

@Justin Y. Malaysia mission just to save us army not to kill somalia army.. Because we are Muslim brother

@Ricky-jk7wl Жыл бұрын

@@amirunsyazwan2179 you understand Somalia is the home of the Sahaba and you came and faught their descendants

@cabdullahiomar6423 Жыл бұрын

They helped becouse they were the only soldiers who are islam and in somalia

@rosettekz3288 Жыл бұрын

What are you so proud of? That you helped the US invade yet another country? They came to kill and found themselves in that situation. If some Somali army or any other country for that matter went to the US and got shot at by Americans would you be as ready to help? Or do you only ass lick the US! Embarrassing

@balqiszuber1193 4 жыл бұрын

My uncle was there asst CO Malaysian army Malbatt 2 , Lt Col Rodzi Baharum, now retired by last rank Major General...

@musafirabdullah7051 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your Uncle Service to Malaysia and the World. Tabik hormat!

@SuperSonofsatan 4 жыл бұрын

If it wasn't for the Malaysian hero's a lot more life would have lost....

@robertdore9592 4 жыл бұрын

Bless the Malaysians for going to the aid of the Rangers. America has some fine soldiers, sailors and airmen, but are led by clumsy and naive politicians who believe themselves to be the smartest guy in the room. The entire Somalia question was created by a bunch of fat, cigar smoking plutocrats seizing the assets of weaker nations; all of whom have had, and will continue to have their fingers burned. TRUST me, China will be next.

@PuerRidcully 3 жыл бұрын

@Irish Jester You're lucky, I'm an expert on international affairs 1) the reason for that was burgers being burgers 2) burgers being burgers 3) burgers don't like China

@SimDeck 3 жыл бұрын

bullshit

@AceGoodheart 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best scenes in the movie Blackhawk Down was him telling the other soldier, "Everyone feels the same way you do. It's what you do right now that makes a difference."

@CSAFD 3 жыл бұрын

That was to Keni Thomas (Thomas now has a song called “Send me.”

@CSAFD 2 жыл бұрын

@Arthur Stuwell kenni thomas roped in with one of the Hawk crews from what I understand, super 68 was his bird the one with Gordon and Shugart

@CSAFD 2 жыл бұрын

@Arthur Stuwell I got it mixed up for a minute, Brad Thomas was on the convoy, keni Thomas roped in from super68

@stevenorr9635 Жыл бұрын

@@CSAFD That's correct

@thankfullyredeemedmaderigh7436 Жыл бұрын

Crying during that scene of the movie and gommie cryin now💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

@sacredtornado3197 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Major, for acknowledging Malaysian Army for their commitment and bravery. ❤️ God bless you. 🙏

@nmr6988 3 жыл бұрын

God bless Major Struecker and the amazing Malaysian soldiers who volunteered to help fellow soldiers. God bless them always!

@G1Gaming85 6 ай бұрын

Damn! This guy is the real black hawk down! Much respect! I love that movie

@Jumpman90 2 ай бұрын

It’s refreshing too hear he was scared before going back into the city, fear stops people from doing many things

@ryanroberts1738 Жыл бұрын

Damn... I had to stop the video to walk around my house and cry a few times watching this. It's so hard to imagine the horror and doom that this man and fellow soldiers were feeling when told they need to go back out and help. God is smiling down upon you Jeff, you're such an awesome person. God bless.

@Glee73 Жыл бұрын

Have heard quite a few interviews with this gentleman including some videos of talks he has given. But this by far, is the best one yet with plenty of new information that he has not mentioned previously. Thank you all who has served their country.

@rakkassan2187 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service and sacrifices.

@frankhinkle5772 Жыл бұрын

I've watched a number of these interview. This is one of the very best. What an interesting gentleman. Welcome home, sir. Welcome home.

@ianmcdonald3053 2 жыл бұрын

This is by far one of the greatest historical channels out there! War from the view of those who where sent to fight it, an absolute must watch!

@kie330 3 жыл бұрын

Thank god major you still alive to tell about this story.. God blessed you..

@IsArrowz 4 жыл бұрын

No one said or typing simple word "THANK YOU" for the bravest MALAYSIA Battalion, MALBATT 2... 🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾

@MohammedAli-zh8kf 4 жыл бұрын

Ku Arrowz and Pakistani

@steverogers14 3 жыл бұрын

@@MohammedAli-zh8kf pakistani ran away, please watch and listen the video carefully

@user-vq7pn8lh6u 3 жыл бұрын

@@abdisamadfaruuq3505 we came to rescue not to war dumbass

@hazyrulnizam8226 3 жыл бұрын

Pakistan run away with they tank..

@MyHappyCats 3 жыл бұрын

Xyah la... Dh supa mcm merayu suruh depa ngaku askar selamat depa. Biaq kita ja taw, negara maju mcm US depa ada ego yg tinggi msti la dia xmau mengaku dia dibantu askar negara lain

@themachine3490 4 жыл бұрын

His life needs to be turned into a movie. What an amazing story.

@themachine3490 4 жыл бұрын

@Marley Eastwood His life, Black Hawk Down was just one part of his whole story.

@mrmurphypiers1241 4 жыл бұрын

@Marley Eastwood yeah that was the movie where the yanks got annihilated and eventually pulled out.

@roberttombino3731 4 жыл бұрын

@@mrmurphypiers1241 19 American dead to roughly 1000 enemy dead. I wouldn't exactly call that being annihilated. Don't be disrespectful.

@tylergreen3871 4 жыл бұрын

@@mrmurphypiers1241 don't be dumb. he even said Americans were without proper air support, tank support and naval ship support that they asked for repeatedly that was declined by the Clinton administration.. so 19 dead vs thousands dead shows you how elite Americans were. yes we depended on Malaysia to help. how did they help?? TANKS.

@spymasterk4873 3 жыл бұрын

@@tylergreen3871 did they count the dead?

@cgarrand78 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing man!Thank you Major Jeff Struecker for your service.God Bless You!

@av8tore71 2 жыл бұрын

I could sit here and listen all day to Pastor Struecker. All I can say is wow, what a man!!

@majrebelrat9019 3 жыл бұрын

Sir, it was a pleasure to serve with you at KAF. Thanks for all the counsel and prayer you gave me! Hooah-Lujah!

@MarkAndreYapching 2 жыл бұрын

Major Struecker describing that scene of that reluctant guy eventually deciding to go back with the three-vehicle convoy just gave me goosebumps.

@pedrorisco183 4 ай бұрын

Thank you Sir..!

@eddiekid007 2 жыл бұрын

'Leave no one behind', thats the reason that the battle last almost 24 hours. The courage that these soldiers shows is way beyond most of people can understand. I watched the movie so many times, and be able to hear the account from the soldier that was in the battle really makes me feels the courage and braveness these men projects. I can only wish that people will give them more credits than they deserve.

@thankfullyredeemedmaderigh7436 Жыл бұрын

I concur💪🏻😎🤘🏻

@patricknoveski6409 2 жыл бұрын

This guy has seen it all. What stories he has told. Amazing human!

@nbhn520 3 жыл бұрын

proud to be malaysian army right now..1RAMD

@amirulikmal3231 3 жыл бұрын

Apa kau sembng budak²

@heartoflions7138 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Malaysia...

@wacitomoussy3783 3 жыл бұрын

fak

@kie330 3 жыл бұрын

@@amirulikmal3231 ko yg budak

@kie330 3 жыл бұрын

@@wacitomoussy3783 u fak

@alecbaldwin9671 2 жыл бұрын

God bless our Veterans. Thank you so much for your sacrifices Jeff! 🇺🇸

@s3hooligan 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent interview (even with the bizarre camera shots of his hands). I am honored to have served with others that were previously in Mogadishu. They gave full measure...Thank you for your continued service Major Strueker.

@rdb8509 3 жыл бұрын

Thank God for Jeff Struecker and thank you Jeff for your service. I am in awe.

@snbks4ever 4 жыл бұрын

First thing's first, thank you for your Service, this needs to reach more people but what an interview!!

@metrologyipoh8587 2 жыл бұрын

FIRST THING FIRST SAY THE COUNTRY NAME THAT JUST SAVE YOUR SOLDIERS

@mrcarlo1966 Жыл бұрын

Thank you defending us.An excellent interview with great questions. Thank you🇺🇸✝️

@qjaq2203 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video, amazing person. More recognition needs to be made to him and what he and others have done for our country. Thank you for this video

@timmartin4798 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service and the courage to go back into the fight.

@mrhassanali3297 4 жыл бұрын

Many Somalis were very thankful and appreciative of the USA peace efforts in helping the suffering Somalis. Many Somalis opposed the warlord named Aidid who's militia were responsible for dragging USA troops in the streets of Mogadishu. The USA soldiers would even admit that Somalis were very generous and welcoming to them. You cant generalize all Somalis for what one warlord did. The vast majority of Somalis opposed warlord aidid. The USA covered up a civilian massacre that killed over 200 people. This made many Somalis who opposed aidid support him. Many angry mobs were mad about the USA bombing a building were clan elders discussed a peace initiative and ways for warlord aidid to pursue peace with the USA. When the USA bombed that building and killed over 200 people, many Somalis turned against the USA. Read this article. www.thedailybeast.com/did-the-us-cover-up-a-civilian-massacre-before-black-hawk-down

@dalesfailssagaofasuslord783 4 жыл бұрын

Mr Hassan Ali Honoolato Inshallah stop linking shitty false news sites you dummy

@bilalabdi9148 9 ай бұрын

@@mrhassanali3297American puppet

@MartyHodge 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best interviews!

@chrismozeleski5469 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched this a few times. It is such great interview. I will probably watch it a few more times in my life.

@kazynvlog616 3 жыл бұрын

"DON'T YOU EVER TOUCH MALAYSIAN TIGER!" 🐯🇲🇾🐯

@lia4667 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, stop killing malaysian tiger cuz when disturb them they wii go insane

@koinodiscoqueen 3 жыл бұрын

I touched them

@lia4667 3 жыл бұрын

@@koinodiscoqueen chad

@cushabdullahi9666 3 жыл бұрын

wtf are you taking about, literally somalis leave coz you are muslim, but try again to save Americans😂

@cushabdullahi9666 3 жыл бұрын

@HAZIQ MUKHRIZ BIN HAIROL RIZAM Moe i don't respect puppets

@tarrowdriver 4 жыл бұрын

First and foremost, thank you for your service! Having watched "Black Hawk Down" at least several dozen times by now, it is absolutely amazing to hear first-hand account of what transpired that day from somebody who was actually there...

@michaeldavis2524 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this Interview. It really touched me to hear this story. Thank you for your service major.

@othmansiru895 Жыл бұрын

The rescue mission was planned and executed by CO of Malay regiment to move in undercover of darkness. The rescue mission was on life telecast back to Msia.

@poky8390 2 жыл бұрын

The bullet casings on the road part was actually pretty intense. You can tell how surreal it was to him. Brave men and amazing what the Malaysian personnel did.

@benniemaxwell2869 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome testimony. Thank you and all men and women that serve our great nation

@MySir1234 4 жыл бұрын

Finally at 33:29 he mention about malaysian people to help them all together! the real history will never change it! Never Forget in history ever!

@muhdzulkarnain428 4 жыл бұрын

Our people make good soldiers...

@ABC-dw7pe 3 жыл бұрын

And he shows them great respect, proves they were heroes too

@ranaabdullatif402 3 жыл бұрын

Pakistanis Too

@rafiqkie 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you.. Salute to all veterans from Malaysia, US dont forgot too Brunei

@desertfox2883 3 жыл бұрын

@@ranaabdullatif402 No...

@tedbaxter5234 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for what you did. God Bless you and our country.

@marcuskelly5768 2 жыл бұрын

The best interview on this subject ever... Fantastic.

@hammanbanjiram1611 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview; thank you all.

@egon3072 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jeff!!! May u continue to receive Gods blessings!!!

@cw2gtc 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your leadership, sir. Both as a Ranger combatant. And, in the intensely critical calling as Ranger Chaplain. Incredible. I wish as a much younger guy that I would have had that amount of fortitude and grit.

@jm8997 23 күн бұрын

This was one of the best interviews i have ever heard. Thank you for your service! You have served and yet you serve still.

@johnnyhunter4345 Жыл бұрын

Excellent, thank both of you for sharing this with us.

@DanielGlenTimms 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview. Major Struecker is an impressive human being. Glad I found your channel!

@nancysentipal694 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. What an amazing story of courage and dedication to service, both as a Christian and also as a dedicated Army Ranger. I think it is especially important to talk to audiences that have no real knowledge of the military and what they do, and how much of their lives is given to their country.

@wacayssuleyman2380 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that's why them Rangers had to call Pakistan for the rescue, you should be thanking them and not your rangers or yourself being a Christian lol, Muslims saved you out of Somalia.

@corn_pop6082 4 жыл бұрын

@@wacayssuleyman2380 - You didn't pay attention. They do say studying the Quran clouds your brain. He says the Pakistanis, even though they were in tanks, RAN AWAY AT THE FIRST SOUND OF GUNFIRE. Re-watch it. The Malaysians, also Muslims, in armored personnel carriers, did stay through the night of the firefight, but the Americans did 98% of the fighting. Muslim fighters also excel at killing unarmed women and children.

@wacayssuleyman2380 4 жыл бұрын

@@corn_pop6082 you don't say that last line pls? LOL, that's blasphemous to hear that line from an American whose Army's made a living outta killing innocent human beings all over the whole world lol, they don't even care what gender it has to be. But I got you, you're one of those that got brainwashed from watching those much Hollywood bs, let alone Somalis even them kids In Iraq could end you if they had anything close to the weapon you guys possess.

@patrickmcbride8140 4 жыл бұрын

@@wacayssuleyman2380 Pakistan didn't help at all. When they got shot at they ran.

@srsmedic8285 3 жыл бұрын

Wacays Suleyman muslims cry and drop their weapons in firefights against Americans...

@melisawill5954 9 ай бұрын

Go straight to minute 35 to see and hear how Mj. Jeff commendthe Malaysian forces who came for their rescue. In reality, if not because of the Malaysian armor vehicle none of the survivors alive today to enjoy every modern day today...

@diorcarter9084 2 жыл бұрын

This is 100% one of my top favorite movies it never gets old and I enjoy it every time with the exact same intensity

@dougbourdo2589 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing. Wonderful. Truly, God Bless you Major Strecker.

@scottbutler2761 4 жыл бұрын

.... What an amazing Man .. Great Interview .

@noahcarver6072 Жыл бұрын

The warmth, heart and pure humanness is very apparent in this man. A warrior thru and thru but also a man of strong faith and peace.

@sling247 Жыл бұрын

Lost a great friend Tom Fields in Mogadishu. Still breaks my heart thinking about it. Haven't forgotten about you Tommy.

@F41341 Жыл бұрын

Rest in piss and never come back to Somalia again

@scl1332 4 жыл бұрын

I love the close ups on the hands really immerses you in the interview and isn’t distracting as hell

@trashpanda314 4 жыл бұрын

Hey look everyone, the critic guy is critically criticizing over here! Ope nobody cares...

@julianboone9542 3 жыл бұрын

I’m humbled by your sacrifices and perspective on America’s warriors. GBY!

@Raptordude05 3 жыл бұрын

@@user-um7ho6yh2s who lost 19 men

@Raptordude05 3 жыл бұрын

@@user-um7ho6yh2s why use mask emoji lol

@Mr.Incognito11 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible life story. I could have walked past him and his family in the grocery store and never knew how incredible his experiences were.

@lelongbashi 8 ай бұрын

Thanks to Malaysian Army, they are the one who rescued US Army including him. MALAYSIA 🇲🇾 BOLEH

@sidewinder7599 Жыл бұрын

His hand movements while talking, made my imagination go wild. Like he was reliving it scene by scene. Insane bravery, thank you Major for your service!

@pablopeter4821 4 жыл бұрын

A HERO is the one that is heading towards harms way and keeps going. Maj.Jeff Struecker is not only that but an humble man who deserves the highes honor and respect. Thanks for your service and devotion Sir. Greetings from Mexico City

@mrcollier4829 3 жыл бұрын

We need compassionate yet tough leaders like this man

@OverworkedPostalEmployee Жыл бұрын

My dad was in in the early 80s, left to become a pastor, and re-upped after 9/11, serving 3 tours in Iraq and Afghanistan as an Army Chaplain. I remember him mentioning he met 'some of the guys that were there' as we watched Black Hawk Down. It's amazing to hear peoples stories and what they faced to protect the men next to them!

@yuliclover6282 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you malaysian army 🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾 33:28

@836dmar 4 жыл бұрын

Another great interview and what a testimony. This man has a well rounded understanding of the human experience. Thanks so much!

@grandelfe 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know how people can muster up that much bravery.To go into a violent situation like that is beyond human.

@kuhusna-afiffhaziq1830 3 жыл бұрын

i stumble on this video..watched it till tue end of it..the most best part is in the minute 33 moments when he said "i cant T.q enough for Malaysian arm forces for doing such a good job..they stayed during the whole rescue ops.." i rest my case!!this confirms and ends all the rumors about 'Blackhawk down' and about not just the bravery also the gallantry of my Proud ANGKATAN TENTERA MALAYSIA arm forces!! Allahuakbar!! i as a Malaysian am proud and always be proud of every branches of my Angkatan Tentera Malaysia armforces!!

@Dragonkingzx Жыл бұрын

Thanks Major Jeff Strueker... As A Malaysian, I Put My Respect On You Sir... 🙏☺

@Ch1n4Sailor 4 жыл бұрын

What a humble guy, A Real Hero, God Bless you..!

@SuperSonofsatan 4 жыл бұрын

Humble? Really? He was talking like Noone wanted to fight....

@codytotten9545 3 жыл бұрын

@@SuperSonofsatan given his circumstances and his teammates besides him at the time, yeh I’d be scared shitless

@sadiaaden5335 Жыл бұрын

humble??? innocent by killing children and women

@ibrahimaden21 Жыл бұрын

Hero for invading someone’s country wtfff since when did burglar’s become hero’s 🤔

@rossimagery Жыл бұрын

Which god?

@FRIENDHORATIO1 3 жыл бұрын

Getting chills listening to this story

@christopherdooley9893 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. What a wonderful human being. I knew men like him as an active duty Marine. They are the glue that keeps everyone's sanity together. I thank God for people like him. They truly make the world a better place.

@nedflanders5302 2 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi, Chris!

@joemygawd 2 жыл бұрын

Incredibly fascinating interview. Thank you.

@smithwesson7765 4 жыл бұрын

I had the opportunity to train with the Rangers in Fort Lewis circa 1977. I was a 20 year old rifleman who though he knew a thing or two. After two weeks with the Rangers, I realized that I had much to learn and these "Quiet Professionals" were the finest soldiers I had ever met. Major Struecker is a perfect example of that professionalism.

@just1voice994 4 жыл бұрын

I want this person to be my president . Or any man he thinks that should run the show. Most democratic or even communist military heads don't want war. They know what and war is death to everyone. We should all be worried about the beaurocrats they are the true killers psychopaths that we need to stop

@MyF-qx1tp 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a retired 11 b Army combat vet since 2016, Thank you very much Major for your service Sir, and your continued service in helping our active and vets still battling.

@neglectfulsausage7689 Жыл бұрын

you'd think that exposed machine gunners would have heavy face covering helmets that stop normal rifle rounds instead of being an easy kill shot through the face/dome.

@sammvoyager 4 ай бұрын

@neglectfulsausage7689 That face shield description beings to mind the ones that Greek leader Leanidas used in 300

@cowboy_ytg5541 3 жыл бұрын

I got to meet Major Struecker when black hawk down came out, I was in the Civil Air Patrol in Rome, Ga, I was the greeter at the door, he was the point convoy driver going back in for reenforcement, he broke down the movie as we all watched the movie together, this man is an amazing human, it was a treat that I will never forget and I will continue to tell people about

@jackcrews595 2 жыл бұрын

Thank for the service!

@LO-vn7is 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this amazing story Sir, very inspirational!! Rangers lead the way!

@sadiaaden5335 Жыл бұрын

fake story

@carsamehafizabas3884 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir,salute from malaysian..you honestly talk about the truth of mogadishu,the truth of our brave malaysian armies..really appreciate it..salute 4 you👍👍👍

@143AD Жыл бұрын

More anti white Malay bot stuff. Proof it Bot?

@carbinephantom 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Keeps what our soldiers are dealing with overseas in perspective. Doubt we’ll ever know the half of what’s been done and sacrificed in our interest. God bless our soldiers and their families.

@jessicablank6470 Ай бұрын

This interview is a treasure. Thank you!

@phairecouchpotato3912 4 жыл бұрын

What a cool guy God bless all of our Veterans!

@tonym2513 3 жыл бұрын

Your god is a fairy tale, asshole.

@d00d68 3 жыл бұрын

@@tonym2513 Stop it, get some help. A.

@cyclone8974 3 жыл бұрын

@@tonym2513 maybe (I am an atheist) but I wish people like you were a fairy tale. Waste of life

@Johnsmith-fz2dm 2 жыл бұрын

@@cyclone8974 Well he aint wrong, its all fairy tales, and people get killed because of this non sense.

@rossimagery Жыл бұрын

Which god?

@MrRubasso 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing interview!

@marchillis6079 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting perspective of a former soldier with varied experience. Having served in both wars in Iraq, that was interesting to not only hear about the different places but also his comments of faith and how people are strengthened or diverge. I don't consider myself Christian but understand the need for belief in a power greater than self. I was in Desert Storm and afraid, mainly for self. I'll say I was pretty scared then. When I deployed back there for OIF, I had an inner peace. I only prayed for my family back home and my soldiers. And I can relate to two specific moments where it stuck out. And this was my belief in traditional Navajo beliefs. It helped me. I understood better life and things that are part of it. Thanks for sharing Major Struecker.

@user-ww3np1xk5k Жыл бұрын

How many innocent Iraqis have you killed ?

@fozziebear26 3 жыл бұрын

Wealth of knowledge and experience...glad he found the right path for him.

@ernestdougherty3162 4 жыл бұрын

Having come from a military family and having members of my family serve in the Army in Iraq and Afghanistan even today our daughter is in Afghanistan and has been she's also been in the thick of it and Iraq the Lord blesses her every day and we thank him for that we thank him for all the blessings that he gives to our soldiers and we thank them for the service and sacrifice that they give for their country that they love so much and thank you sir what a great interview thank you for your service and sacrifice and thank you for standing up for your religion in the thick of battle God bless you your church your family and your members of your congregation and the United States servicemen and women that protect our great country God bless

@keegananthony-dw4qt 8 ай бұрын

This guy and Tom Satterly have some amazing stories

@isdin4775 9 ай бұрын

The director should have interviewed him before making black hawk down movie to ensure the whole true story of the incident (or battle so call).

@sharonporter7132 2 ай бұрын

That's Hollywood for you. The real truth in real life is never portrayed as it should be. We just know by experience that there was more to the story.🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲❤❤❤

@corn_pop6082 4 жыл бұрын

I'm in awe.

@mseo2809 4 жыл бұрын

An awe inspiring story. Ranger's lead the way!

@myopicthunder 2 жыл бұрын

Rangers run away

@thrashersufi5976 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir Jeff.. for this Blackhawks Down witnes stories version. Salute from 5RAMD legacy.

@detroitculture. 2 жыл бұрын

well spoken and thorough. great interview!

@firdauzart 3 жыл бұрын

Also take note the bravery of Leftenan Adnan during the war of Bukit Chandu in Singapore during World War II...I am truly proud of Lt. Adnan as he was a Malaysian and from Kampung Sg. Ramal in Kajang, Selangor which is where I stay now. Kajang is famous for our food which is SATAY. Anyone coming to Kajang? I will gladly be your host ;)