The Spitting in the face was real. He couldn’t open his eyes or move. All he was able to do was spit to show he was still alive. He had lost so much blood they couldn’t get a pulse or heart beat. Spitting was all he could muster
A nurse also kept pinching him on the flight to Japan because she was afraid he would die on the fight, forget his remarks on her but it was funny. One of his speeches to a school has his story in detail from himself. There are also a few videos out there from his fellow soldiers that confirmed the story.
Doctors told him that he would never walk again. Not due to injury, but they didn't know how he would manage to lug his gigantic balls all over the place.
Man that would have been a honor to know that man I have researched him the very first time I heard his story dude was a animal a pit Bull no quit in this guy never stopped that is the true definition of American soldier
@null there's nothing wrong with this man's English and if you had bothered to check his channel it's credible. Go get your chicken tendies from momma now before it's bedtime.
That is quite an honor. I've watched several of his speeches & he seemed like such a genuine, humble person. All that he did, endured & survived is nothing short of miraculous. That kind of true grit, loyalty, determination & strength (both physical & mental) is something that CANNOT be taught or trained. MSG Benavidez was, without any doubt, one of a kind. He was just cut from a different cloth than the rest of us. Such an amazing & inspiring man...RIP. *_Our freedom is not free_*
@@MatthewHensley8304 Chill out Private Pinhead. Nobody is detracting from Sgt. Benevidez's accomplishments. Pull the stick out of your ass...wait...put it back, you got to find some joy in your life.
@@tommyarnold890 Exactly. I can so hear the character of Rambo saying he was tying to make the MSG proud, or the makers of the movie say they wanted Rambo to be a tribute to such a bad-ass soldier
Roy is 100% a legend. Not only for his 6 hours in hell,but he also took on the social security administration in Washington on behalf of all veterans. In uniform. He was an exemplary human, a model soldier, a responsible leader and citizen, but above all possessed and displayed a love of country and a depth of character nearly extinct today.
Well stated, except for the character nearly extinct, and I’ll tell you why. David Bellevia; Sal Guinta; Ed Beyers; Rob O’Neill; Marcus Luttrell; Michael Murphy; Dakota Meyers; Michael Monsoor; Clint Romesea; Kyle Carpenter; Ty Carter; Patrick Payne; Captain Froberg; (only ones I could think of off the top) Perhaps you recognize these names. These warrior patriots are of the post baby boomer generation. They’re all labeled, but regardless, they’ve all carried America on their backs during the 17 year long wars. The poor character are the rioters and protesters who aren’t smart enough to do anything about having their cause hijacked by communists and democrats(can be used interchangeably). Those who prop up the division in America, democrats mainly, big tech, deep staters, THEY ARE THE ONES WITH CHARACTER ISSUES. May the Lord deal with them and give them what they deserve.
@Thomas Bell What are you talking about? You clearly are confused. There’s a sensitive spot I see? Clearly not in touch with real world. If someone makes a completely asinine remark that denigrates American servicemen, I will not be silent. If the truth about sell-out democrats and antifa loving democratic operatives is tough to hear, so be it. The mere concept of using the military is the most profound political statement possible. Anymore politics, crooked and criminal, are in just about everything America is. The democrats have fashioned a severely compromised system. With China owning the California Democratic Party, and those yokels in “leadership” positions nationally, we are at the brink I’m afraid, and China is waiting for their cue from cocaine Mitch, or the compromised Californian delegation, to begin issuing their orders. Look at the NBA, they’ve cowered to China in deference to the USA, all for MONEY. They’ve sold us out, all while crying racism and prejudice! They’ll stand fir Chinas anthem, but protest ours! ENOUGH!! They will get their just dessert, as all will.
This story gives me chills. This guy deserves to be written into every US history book and needs a 100ft statue. It's a ridiculous shame that I, born and raised in the US, have never heard of him while people worship Hollywood morons.
No, today kids learn how brave Bruce Jenner is for ..... Benavidez would be an example of toxic masculinity. You are right, we need to honor men of honor, not Hollywood simps.
Blake Dannion aye man atleast in Arkansas they passed a bill that allows girls their to finnaly complete in sports w out the fear of having to vs a dude that calls himself a girl
I got to meet Roy in 1991 when he came and talked to my high school. There’s a picture of him in my school yearbook from that year. I even got to talk with him for a few minutes personally. He gave me a lot of encouragement because I was going into the Army later that year myself. I eventually also served in the 82nd Airborne. Rest in Peace Master Sergeant Benevidez. You earned your rest and I’m glad to have met you.
“Out of every one hundred men, ten shouldn’t even be there, eighty are just targets, nine are the real fighters, and we are lucky to have them, for they make the battle. Ah, but the one, one is a warrior, and he will bring the others back.” Heraclitus
I'm proud to say my uncle was one. Started in Vietnam, wore the lightning bolt snake patch and said he pent most time in Laos. shhhh. Fought everywhere and was last a m1 recover in Afghanistan know as poppa smurf. Said could have been a 4 star but had to many bar fights.Served in marines, army and finally the national guard and recently passed but not forgotten by many grateful brothers. CHARLES WEST
Sadly in current days 9/10 should not be there. We have become soft. I just retired and tho ga have change. To much caring about feelings and identity and no longer focusing on strength and abilities. The so called "leaders" are failing the country. They continue to make us weaker and weaker.
Roy was one of the greatest American heroes. Someone without regard for his own safety and his respect for his fellow soldiers... he is someone who showed what humans and American soldiers can do when pressed to the point of no return . His life was impressive, but his will to live was super human.
@@hatefulcupcake460 what the hell is a "Cavalier" Scout?...OSUT for the Cleveland NBA team? Or are you speaking of the Army Calvary Scouts? You've got a little military jargon down, but how in the hell could you misspell a unit you were in "OSUT" for? Those guys know how to spell...
When I was in the Navy he came into the clinic for a check-up where I was working as a medic. It was such an incredible honor to meet and talk to him. He was a genuinely humble and friendly guy and just amazing to the core. I will never forget that day and certainly never forget him.
The spitting in the medics/Doctors face is true. He couldn’t open his eyes or talk so just spit to let them know he was not dead. He made a great speech in the 90’s that is very relevant today. A fantastic speech. RIP Roy Benavidez. A great soldier and American
He spoke at my Tech School when I was in the USAF in 1990 at Goodfellow AFB, Texas. I got to shake his hand and thank him for his service. It was quite something to hear this story from the man himself. I know I'll never forget.
I was Infantry for 27 years. And close to the USAF as I tried to stay in Airborne units which kept us close (you guys had the greatest chow halls when we managed to sneak in!). You guys saved countless lives on the ground and have my (and many others) eternal gratitude. Salute.
@@nanabee7084 Not sure who that was diirected to, but coming back to a small town in the USA after over a decade abroad was utterly humbling and very much worth it. And I kept my mouth shut about it all, so you have a nice day Ms Bev.
@@codypeterson4399 if they had been big they would surely have mentioned the sound of the incessant ricochets over the battlefield for 6 straight hours. Although that may be why he had to be pulled into the chopper at the end of the frey.
Legendary as he is, you would likely be amazed at just how few people have ever heard of him in the US. This video is my first time hearing about him and I've never been out of the USA.
I served for 29 years now retired Paratrooper. After going through Airborne school 1989 and later advanced training at Fort Sam Houston, Texas in 1994! After graduating we invited MSG Benavidez as our Honored guest during our graduation. I personally met the man and it’s true what they said about MSG Benavidez when I was in 82nd ABN DIV, he is a legend there. Talking to him I remembered, he was a bad mouthing, tough SOB with lots of badass stories! My favorite one is when the Doctor said about him not making it, he told us he got pissed off at him and spit at his face! 😂 🤣🤣 So it’s true my fellow veteran he’s one of my idol since then!!! HOOAH! AATW!!!
My dad was 82nd Airborne. He said there was a guy that was in 82nd years ago that was such a badass that you'd think he was fake. I think that is this guy here.
My father was also 82nd Airborne, he was lucky enough to meet Roy and wrote him. My father was so excited to have him write back, that he framed the letter,which still hangs on the wall to this day.
Tango Mike Mike. The Mean Mexican. Every classroom, academy, basic training and specialized training classes have them. They are quiet, humble and are lightning rods when SHTF.
He wrote in his book that after the war, he was waiting in line at a grocery store to get his VA benefit check cashed, the store manager recognized him and put him at the front of the line. He received the stinkeye from a hippie chick who openly questioned why he deserved such preferential treatment. I'll have to reread the book, but it's a fantastic read.
Funny you should bring up having a drink. Roy was a hard charger, and as a Native American, he enjoyed his fire water. He got into a bar fight in SA and suffered a serious head injury. He ended up in the hospital, in ICU. He had complications and got pneumonia, which lead to his death. I do miss him and will remember the few conversations we had, with a fondness.
They need to be teaching about guys like this in school and college, not half of the shit they do teach is irrelevant, or students don't care. Good content. I've subbed.
Dude makes Rambo look like a little school girl. He must literally have summoned the power of the gods, never seen anything like it. Have tears in my eyes.
The ancient gods are all the same beings from the same planet, Nibiru. They are giants ranging up to 18 feet tall, according to clay tablets from ancient Sumerian buried libraries. The ancient Pantheon of Gods are the same beings in Sumerian, Greek, Egyptian, Roman, Nordic, ancient North, Central & South America cultures. But, have different names. One of their years is equivalent to 3,600 to 4,200 of Earth's years. Which equates to the orbit of their home planet, clockwise, across the plain of the solar system.....the planet of the crossing. With the cross being one of their symbols.
They will probably do the same they did with Desmon Doss story Hacksaw Ridge, they left some of the best parts out because they thought it was to unbelievable
I met Roy Benavidez at JFKSWC Fort Bragg, North Carolina in 83. I witness his scars and talked to him for hours. God Blessed him to survive and received the Medal of Honor. He believed in the motto: Be All You Can Be, in the Army. Great Man of God! 🇺🇸😎👍🇺🇸 He was a Legend for those of SF Community.
I watch this documentary cartoon every time it shows up in my feed, and it makes me cry every damn time. To be only 1% as manly as this man is twice as manly as any average man.
Brings tears to me too. Not just his courage, which is beyond what most could muster, but the sheer love he had for his comrades. To go into a situation like that, unarmed, just shows how much he cared about his brothers. As a former Infantryman, that just really hits me.
@@flo1fication I made stupid decisions when I was young that prevented me from serving personally, so I can't say I understand that same exact feeling. But I have friends that I would die for. I figure it's something similar to that
@@josephwilliams1915 When you serve your also willing to die for people you don't like or agree with because their Americans. We served to protect any and all within our borders. Not just the ones we like
When he was dragging himself around the hospital ward his comrades in the ward with him would quietly cheer him on so as not to alert the night nurses.
It’s unlikely, today’s society is focused on “civil rights hero’s” not the heroes of our military who have sadly been forgotten even though people say “never forget”
@@LordHolley within our Institutes of Indoctrination? Only exist fake heroes. Like Che Guevara. Whom they proudly wear shirts of. Sarge would be considered a Baby Killer who fought for Oil. Just gives you a Sick Example of the Lib mind here in America. We Veterans view Sarge as an American Bad Ass.
Growing up I was in Boy Scouts & saw him speak quite often. He frequently spoke at youth groups, civic groups, & others. Had an extremely giving heart & determination unmatched by anyone I've ever met. When he spoke his wife would sit off to 1 side & would frequently "catch" his words as he'd get going & slip into that stereotypical rough language of field units. He came to 1 of the Scouts' local swim meets & afterwards we had an open swim. He actually brought his trunks & changed so he could join in our fun. When he stepped out of the locker room the entire area fell quiet as we could all see his numerous scars. With a couple of cuss words he told us to get a quick look, slowly spun around, then joined in out rough housing. His words & actions played a huge part in my joining the Army in the late '80's.
His Yaqui genetics kept him alive. Yaqui were know to be able to wear deer down by running. They are a very strong people. Warriors in their own rights.
US Army Retired here. Every time I hear this story I feel so much more love for this man and what he endured to help his team. Unbelievable. No words left.
Yes, I believe that a "reaction video" should be made from his speach. Only those that voluntarily served in the military know the true might of the American war fighter. Other countries that have forced soldiers into their ranks will not know the rage of someone who has volunteered their life for their country.
Wow, this got me emotional. Whether he feels worthy of it or not, this man IS a hero, and an absolute legend! The highest respect to you sir, and all those who serve to protect our loved ones. God bless!
I was 18 at the time and remember President Reagan presenting him the Medal of Honor. We were and are so lucky to have men like him. A true hero fir all generations. Thank you for your sacrifice and love of our country and fellow soldiers. God Bless You
This brings tears to my eyes. This is what is means to be an American to me. I know we're not the only ones with this resolve but we used to love our country and each other like this a lot more
I resent that implication. If anyone was ever a "self-made man",it was Roy Benavidez. He started out as the child of migrant workers,and ended up meeting Presidents and being saluted by Generals,AND HE DID IT ALL ON HIS OWN.
The only thing that is important is that you act American when it’s time too. Let’s be clear no other country has the American spirit, tell Master Sargent that. Also, when you poke the hive you can’t control the swarm.
When I was in college, this man came and talked with our Air Force ROTC group. But what I remember was a few of us were lucky enough to have lunch with him also. I was part of that group. One of the nicest men I have ever met. Had some other great stories too.
I got to meet a Medal of Honor recipient when I was 19. He had earned the medal when he was 19 on the beach at Normandy. He told me that he got that medal because he was to stupid to know he couldn't do what he did. He continued the statement with "I don't know how I survived doing it."
I was in the 82nd, I got to meet a lot of these WW2 vets who had 2-3 combat jumps during their service. They looked up to us so much and we’re so impressed by how good we were and all I could do was hold back tears and tell these men that we weren’t half the men they were. These men were so humble and so proud of us and it just made me cry and trust me I’m not a crier. Sadly there is very few of these heroes left. Thank God I had the blessing of meeting and speaking with these absolute legends.
@@bevosp1254 whenever I see a bible thumper say shit like this I just imagine all the people who didn’t pray “hard enough” and had to lose a family member forever.
@12:05, YES it is!! That's why the motto of theirs is "No Man Left Behind"! No matter what the situation may be...you NEVER EVER leave anyone behind....HE is extremely different though!!💗🇺🇸
I think anyone watching feels tremendous pride; even his enemies. As a man, what's not to respect about him? He transcended soldier & special forces; he is simply Legend. Respect.
Whenever any forum asks "Who is the biggest badass in history?" Roy Benavidez is always my answer. He was an incredibly courageous man. I strongly recommend you watch the video of this in Benavidez's own words.
Whenever I hear the insane story of Roy Benavides the amount of emotions I feel is like a rollercoaster ride. BUT it always ends with tears in my eyes because this world was lucky to have a man like him on it. He is a legend in every way. The true definition of a badass! 🇺🇸
Thank you for this one bub, I was 11 when this hero passed, we held a full 15 minutes of silence during schools hours to show our respect. Some of us got together in our little town to go door to door together to all the Vietnam vets we had access to, and thanked each of them (17 local heros in my tiny town) with personal letters to them all expressing our gratitude for their sacrifice, they have all passed now, but I will never forget the amount of love we got in return.
He came and spoke to my scout troop in San Antonio, when I was a kid. He was exceedingly patient and kind with our questions, yet still scared tf out of us!
As all bad asses should. Heard about him when I was in boyscouts El Paso and I got to meet him as well. The dude was a fucking legend. Should be amongst one of Texas's greatest heroes alongside Audie Murphy And the defenders of the Alamo.
Tantamount to the enormous courage and iron will of a man who did everything he could to save his comrades from certain death. Unbelievable... left me speechless to this Hero who was wounded 37 times during this operation on top of the injuries from past battles where Doctors told him he would never walk again. An inspiration to any soldier present, past or future. Rest in Peace Roy.
Possibly the greatest soldier in the history of the United States of America!! Anytime I see anything about this man it just gives me goose bumps and makes me stand a little prouder!!
My grandpa worked in the salt mines for 30+ years, he survived multiple cave ins, we're not talking some minor ones either my grandma got calls say "we're digging joe out Rosie, we let you when to pick him up". That older gen was made of thougher stuff
I grew up about a half hour away from El Campo, Texas where he grew up. He would give speeches to the local schools and I met him and talk to him several times. Dude was straight badass...legend he told us what had happened he made it sound like a trip to the grocery store, you know, typical day, typical errands, no big deal. He was a great man indeed.
@@wolfgamerv2321 watch his speech, it comes straight from himself. Also, his own retelling is much more incredible,you’ll never see another badass man as humble as he is.
Very Proud and Honored that this man was ours! His heart and soul is of this Country truly! May you Rest In Peace and you shall never be forgotten! God Bless his family forever!
Hollywood doesn't make movies with Indigenous Heroes, they only make movie with white men as the heroes and other races as secondary characters. They're after the Anglo dollars.
The only ones disliking it are former NVA/VIETCONG, Khmer Rouge, and the families of the evil men he killed. Benevides was a great human and a beast on the battlefield.
SO much history they don't teach the kids anymore. If you guys think cancel culture is bad, just wait until printed text books are gone, and newspapers and magazines, hardcover books... Once everything has been digitized, they (radicals) will be able to delete history or alter it before the children find out the truth.
@@godemperorhoover2131 cause people don't understand that sometimes life is stranger than fiction and thing in real life can happen that only a fiction witter can dream up.
Ex army here this outstanding man is one of my heroes. We just buried my cousin who was 82nd airborne and a Vietnam era Green Beret. He was a great man in his military career and he continued to serve his neighborhood his community and his country until the day he died.
When Roy was injured with the landmind , he was told he was never gonna walk again, he would put pressure on his legs at night time but never told the doctor because he was afraid they would stop him from doing it. The doctor thought it was a miracle that somebody could recover so fast. You should read the book about his life it’s amazing. Every American should know the story.
Once in a blue moon, God reaches down from his lofty perch, points at an infant boy and proclaims, "This one shall have balls carved out of fucking granite." Roy Benavides was one such man.
@@ZonarohGaming gradually phasing out nationalism , subtly slowly removing flags , and teaching strange things about racial identity, gender identity , class identify, segregating every one and everything in to sub division,s in the name of unity equality and diversity. When in fact they are dividing people and forgetting that the core American value is protecting individual identity. Not setting up social justice lynch mobs and social credit scores that can add or remove priledges according to political views ( which is coming ) see China for details .
@@flyingdutchman8371 "Death had to take him sleeping, for if he was awake, there would have been a fight". said by Teddy Roosevelts VP about Teddy, but I think it is appropriate for MSGT. Benavidez as well.
If anyone knows a man who doesnt slow down for age and works and eats right he will only get stronger like my great grandad he was at least 110 (he never knew his actual birthday or had certificates) even at 110 he could bend a metal farm gate over one knee with ease he could lay any of us out with a finger if he wanted to, that man tells me if you slow down death will give you hell but if you dont you'll give him hell
The story of the rescue gets even crazier when you remember, this was his SECOND time in active duty, after making a miracle recovery from landmine-inflicted nerve damage. A guy cast of solid steel.
I was blessed to listen to him when I was in high school and bought his book, got it signed but not surprisingly he was humble friendly and a great man
Thank you for posting this video. I have so much respect for this man. Also for you for posting it and always having such good things to say. I’m also a veteran. Two tours in southwest Asia. I love my country. If you fight with heart and never give up you can accomplish amazing feats. Why they haven’t made a movie about him is beyond me. Plus he was so humble and loved his country so much he made a career out of it. Much respect for him.
There is one inaccuracy to this story- according to MSG Benavidez himself when he was a guest speaker at an event, the 3 dead enemy fighters he loaded on the aircraft were loaded in error- he was just tossing every body in the vicinity of the helo on board, and didn't realize he was loading dead enemy at the time.
Yup. Just taking one action then the next. Time to roll out, load the wounded and dead. No time to look at what uniform they have on, just toss them in and make tracks.
@Michael Rizzo What just happened? Did someone delete their comment? Lot of left wing nut keyboard warriors who lazily post their hate because they know that they'll never be real men.
Are you kidding? You're going to nitpick his tossing three more bodies onto the help? Do ya think that he could see through the blood that was blinding him?
I just learned about this Green Beret and his story a week ago on MrBallins channel and all I can say about this guy is Damn!he literally was a complete badass and because of his heroic actions saved a lot of lives nearly costing his own.imo he is the definition of a hero even though he didn't consider himself to be one.we get to live our lives the way we do because of guys like this and we should all be thankful for any and all of our military veterans.
I tell anybody who will listen, Master sergeant Roy Benavidez (Tango Mike Mike) was no hero, this man was a goddamn Superhero and Superman was HIS BITCH!!!
He is more than a legend. No words can describe his heroism and then say the true heroes were the ones who died. An AWESOME EPIC MAN SOMEONE FOR MEN TO LOOK UP TO.
Every American soldier I've ever met was more proud to be a Texan. At Fort Bragg, NC I first heard the Texan soldiers say, "Don't Mess With Texas." They are true warriors and Roy Benevidez is LEGEND.
Yeah the stories are true, my dad was Air Force in Nam 68 to 74. He told me the story. The man was bigger than life, agent orange, did want no knife or bullet could do, much respect my dad had for Roy, even though he never meet him, he went to his funeral in 98. Go watch the other videos on Roy, he was a humble man to the end...
This goes to show everyone, it's not about race, it's about the quality of character... We're all human. And some are better than others, because of their character.
well as MEXICANS we are still proud of Benavidez. nothing you can say can discredit his honor and his accomplishments. funny how yall were the first ones to make it about race when it supposedly doesnt matter. seems like your just bitter and envious of who MSG Benavidez is and represents in his community 🇲🇽
These type of stories make me think that he was doing the best living not caring about dying. His acts, determination, devotion and relentlessness are 2nd to none. I actually got some tears now. Wow
When he spat he was aiming at Death standing behind the Doctor and missed due to the blood glued shut eyes. Even Death was impressed at that point and backed off.
