New Zealand Family React to How SEAL Team Six SMOKED These Pirates - Jessica Buchanan Hostage Rescue 

Many people speak about the "arrogance" of us Americans. It's not arrogance, it's pride in who we are and what we stand for. We're by no means perfect, but we are predominantly good, honorable, and caring people. Thank you for your video!

The English actor Hugh Laurie once said that America was too big to know itself. Not so. We know who we are. We are a group of diverse citizens UNITED in the absolute certainty that LIFE, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness are inherent rights for ALL humanity and will stand up for those rights whatever the cost, on our soil or foreign soil.

Jessica does a lot of appearances to raise money for SEAL charities. She's awesome and had not forgotten them.

This was an awesome video, but you REALLY need to watch the interview of Jessica Buchanan! She goes in to details about their kidnapping, and the several months they spent being held hostage. The description of how the S.E.A.L.s rescued her from her point of view is well worth the watch.

When the SEALs get called in. You're in trouble

I’m US Army Veteran and I would risk my life to rescue every single one of you. I absolutely love your channel. I haven’t really subscribed and done all of the things most people do when they’re into a channel but I absolutely love you guys videos. You guys are honorary Americans in my opinion, and I would do anything in my power if I could ever rescue if you did need it I have much love for you guys. May all of you be safe and may the lord our God bless your wonderful family

60 mins interview was more intense and emotional because Jessica told the story...in person

A very good friend of mine was a member of Seal Team 6 for 20 years. He will always be a SEAL, and he loved it. But he will also always carry physical and emotional scars for the rest of his life. If anyone remembers the old guy Rudy on Survivor, that is who trained him. Rudy, at 60 years old, did everything he demanded them to do, and if they messed up and had to do it over again, Rudy would do it over again too. He was a tough old guy. My friend cried when he passed from Alzheimer's a few years back.

The 60 min interview she did was tear jerking…

The most powerful part of this story, to me, is how the Dutch guy said he was fortunate to have been kidnapped with an American. He's alive today because of it no doubt. Brings tears of pride to my eyes. The 60 Minutes interview where SHE tells the story is much better. There was some embellishment in the one you guys watched.

I've been a security contractor overseas for quite a number of years. I had a Project Manager who was retired from ST6. What an amazing individual he is. The training he gave us quite literally save some of our lives and that of our client. Nothing that he was forbidden to teach, but still above our level of previous training. He is a leader, a professional, a mentor, and I am honored to, to this day, call him my friend, as we communicate relatively often. Those men, along with their brothers in Delta, continue to do things in the middle of the night that we almost never hear about, while the rest of us sleep soundly in our beds. My profound salute and respect to these men.

FYI: Seal Teams as well as other Special Forces will rescue allied citizens when asked. Especially from the "5-Eyes" - USA, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. They are considered our closest allies. However, New Zealand also has one of the best Special Forces in the world, so we would just be asked to back them up or maybe assist in transport. But other than that, New Zealand soldiers are damn good.

I salute my flag every morning just knowing I live in a country that will do whatever it takes. God bless the USA

As a US veteran, it makes me so proud to know that our special forces can and will do amazing rescues and operations when called upon. Most of the operations SEAL teams go on, are unknown to the average citizen.

I agree the 60 minute interview where she tells the story is great and makes me emotional. She never thought they were coming for her because she was just one person.

And when I see someone say, “What’s so good about being an American anyway?” I think of THAT! If anyone, anywhere in the world does me unjust harm, guys like that will either save me, or they’re gonna avenge me.

She went through hell. To all those involved in her rescue, thank you for your service.

As a US Army veteran I can say that Seal Team 6 is the closest thing we have to a real life Avengers Team.

I enjoy your channel! I wonder how your children feel about America? I have 2 friends who were SEAL team 6. One, RIP Josh Harris, didn’t make it back from rescuing friendlies from Afghanistan. SEAL team 6 (the elite team) takes their jobs and everyone’s lives, American or not, very seriously. American pride is something I hold dear to my heart. Every single solider risks their lives every single day to protect the freedoms of myself, my family, and every other American. 🇺🇸 🙏🏼

The other hostage, the Dutch man said the only reason he's alive is because Jessica was an American. You should have watched the 60 Minutes interview first.

My nephew was a Navy Seal. God bless be safe love ya'll ❤😊

I can never restrain the tears when she's given the American flag and welcomed home. A tangible representation of your country that you can touch and hold onto, at a time when, emotionally, you must almost be numb. If you can actually feel anything I imagine it would be joy and hope, mixed with terror. Just as she feared more pirates would come and take her, it was probably a very long time before she felt truly safe.

You need to watch the video of her being interviewed and telling her story. It is powerful.

I have a cousin who is on one of the teams on the east coast. We are extremely proud of him. He's at the tip of the spear.

Seal Team Six are the greatest unit of warriors the world has ever seen. Discipline, commitment, heart, professionalism. They do what is considered impossible.

They blur out their photos so that the enemies are unable to find out who they are. . .they are usually anonymous, until after they retire. . .also remember, seals are not soldiers, they are actually sailors. . .

You guys are so amazing! You know a saying that the American military holds true to is... We rather die on our feet.... than live on our knees. Home or abroad.. protecting the future of children like yours is worth the risk... you are special people ❤️ 💕

Due to the RESPECT and UNDERSTANDING I see in your family reactions I have to say your right on the money .... but what puts more value is that knowing SEAL TEAM SIX made it IN , ACCOMPLISHED THE RESCUE .... leaving NO PIRATES ALIVE and EVERY SEAL TEAM SIX MEMBER made it home to their FAMILY ..... that's just AMAZING in its self , always a GOOD fight when everyone returns home on their OWN TWO FEET ....🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🤯🤯🤯 THANK YOU FOR sharing your reactions 😎

New Zealand Family you make me feel less alone in this world🌎🌍 very often it appears that you 4 are my light in the tunnel lots of love and hugs!💯⭐️🤩❤️❤️❤️

I agree with those who say you need to watch the interview with Jessica herself. Her telling of the story is riveting.

Even the kids were glued to the screen seemingly in anticipation of the bad ass rescue.

This is the first time I saw this video and when the soldier handed Jessica the flag and said welcome home just brought me to tears!!! 😭 These are the times that makes me so proud to be an American!!! ❤️ Our country will always be there for others in need which is awesome but always knowing our country will fight for us is just phenomenal!!! 🇺🇸❤

You do not have to wonder how she feels today...she has been interviewed and even written a book called "Impossible Odds" She has nothing but high praise and gratitude for the seal team six members who rescued her.

American service members take freedom seriously! I will never take for granted what they serve for Love you guys! I’d like to think if anyone ever messed a hair on your head every American fan would step up to straighten it❤

This was the correct response! However, we as citizens must realize that we bear some responsibly for our own security too!

This was one of those moments as Americans where the political divide we feel in this country often was completely gone. We were so proud of our Country, our soldiers and our leadership in full unity. Jessica is obviously the ultimate hero in this story for surviving such an horrific ordeal, but our President our Seal team six were everything we aspire to be in this country.

As everyone has said you really need to watch the 60 minutes episode on this. The rescure though Jessica's eyes is definitely worth the watch.

Her recount of the events that night needs to be seen. It really shows what that level of tactical advantage and training looks like to a civilian

The bravery of everyone involved is why we stand, face the flag and cover our hearts for the anthem

Please watch the 60 minutes interview about this rescue! Jessica Buchanans story is tear jerking!

Yes the 60 minutes interview of Jessica telling the story is really good as well.

Need to watch the 60 minutes interview with Jessica. So amazing and heartwarming. So proud.

Is video is a perfect example of why we are so proud of USA. American flags are displayed everywhere to show the pride we have for USA. We have some much pride for our American soliders. Seal team 6 put their lives on the line to save a fellow American. When the solider present Jessica with the American flag and welcomes her home it brought me to tears. I am proud to be American!!

You guys are one of my favorite families to watch!! Hello from St.louis Missouri😊

I think the selfless response from the Seal team was heart moving..And yes, I feel this was the correct response to rescue this person.

The 60 minutes interview is where she tells her store and her feelings.

9:14 you've nailed it on the head. America sends in rescue teams when it's "higher percentage of success" otherwise it can be pretty long before anything happens. We've had kidnapped citizens in China, Russia, and North Korea and we haven't gone to get them. We have however sent our own military to their deaths and traded valuable prisoners for rescuing US citizens who were traitors to the country or just being stupid (bowe bergdahl, brittney griner), those times are always controversial.

Love you guys! Always look forward to your videos! Love from Baltimore, MD 🇺🇸

Jessica in another video talks about her return. The United States government offers hostage reintegration program. The first time her and her husband met it was for only five minutes and it was controlled because anything else would have been overwhelming for her. also she had to do counseling to regain her confidence and the ability to make decisions for herself because the bandits controlled every move she made for three months

Jessica’s brother was so motivated and inspired by the rescue he joined the army and became a special operator. So cool.

Definitely agree that the ‘60 Minutes’ interview of Jessica and the rescue from her point of view is totally worth watching.

An elder of my family was in the pacific theater of WWII. He was a combat vet which means that he was on the front lines of combat. He never talked about it. One night we watch a show about the the largest island country..Australia. Dad said that the Australia military was difficult to keep up with. He finally asked an Aussie why they were so fanatical. The reply was, "We Dont want to speak Japanese." That means they are a global force on their own. My dad was a good man.

I remember she visited my school in West Virginia and we got to listen to her tell her story in person and speak to us

My high school sweetheart, and still my best friend to this day, is a U.S. Marine who served in Iraq. He saw and experienced things during the war that he still doesn't talk about. He's the best human I know, and I'm immensely proud of him and feel incredibly lucky to know him.

As many have already said, you should really watch the interview of Jessica Buchanan. It's much more emotional (not that this wasn't emotional on some level, but it was more on the technical side) and gives her perspective of what happened.

I think we (US population) forget that actual men and women make up the military. We have to ask ourselves, "Can I do what they do?". I'm grateful to have those men and women serving. I wish our country did a better job at taking care of our military men and women when they come back home

Negotiation with terrorists has always been ANATHEMA in the U.S.A. "Rewarding someone for doing something," says Nadine. Never pay a terrorist. Right on!

You need to watch the video where she is interviewed and tells the story in her own words. It's great.

Love you guys. Can't wait till y'all visit us

Stories like this being tears to my eyes and chills to my body and make me proud to be an American

Lately my algorithm has been putting these type of videos in my feed and let me just say, watching your family’s reaction to the good of America brings tears to my eyes. Our country is so up its own ass with make believe problems and people trying to tear it apart, seeing the appreciation of our core values warms my heart. We are not perfect, our goverment doesn’t represent the people but actions like this and countless others represent the PEOPLE, of our great country. We are good, and just no matter what labels and make believe issues are pushed. As an American thank you for reminding people how outstanding the good we do is. And also your kids are smarter than most of our Ivy League grads because they have common sense.

I know you won’t want to post two videos of the same story but it’s worth watching the 60 Minutes episode of the rescue. Definitely the best telling of the story. 🤙🏻

There’s a video of Jessica herself telling this story....the story is far better coming from her herself.

I think it is also really cool how quickly personnel were mobilized and aware of the situation, aware and keeping track of US citizens when abroad. When kidnapped and worried that it is all over, praying someone rescues you, it is comforting to know those prayers of Jessica's were answered, quickly, and efficiently, by experts...going to order the book now... and Love to you guys, America's favorite NZ Family

As a side note. The helicopter that took Jessica from the scene is at the Seal Museum in Ft. Pierce FL. It's a great museum if you have the chance. They also have the Cap. Phillips life boat there.

My New Zealand Family, what I love the most about you is that I have learned as much, or even more, of my own country through your videos! I love my country very much! And I love you just as much because as New Zealanders, you have as deep a love for America as I do!

My wife and I love you guys here in northern California and we've been subscribers for quite some time.

This was good BUT watch the 60 minutes interview with Jessica...hearing the story from her point of view was incredible. This was a promo for Seal Team 6 (who are the best) but Jessica's version of the story is much better.

I thinks its adorable how the kids look so much like their parents. The daughter could be the mothers past self, from the way they sit and watch the videos to the way they react as well.

The 60 Minutes interview with Jessica is a great addition. You'll love that video (I actually thought you already watched it)..

there is another video where they interview Jessica telling her story that is very good also.

Watch her interview! What she went through as a hostage (and a women), for 3 months in the desert and come out of it alive is extraordinary!

Love our Service men and women. God bless them. Go Suns.

Thank you for showing this!! I am so glad a ransom wasn't paid because that would encourage the pirates to take more hostages! Attacking & killing the pirates showed them the real price of hostage taking! I am so proud of the men in our armed forces!

2 of the best Navy Seal stories or moments in my opinion are Lone Survivor and American Sniper. Lone Survivor is about a Seal Team of 4 people get brutally ambushed with only 1 member making it out alive. They made a movie about it. Then the most well known is American Sniper which is about the worlds best sniper on the seals that had the most confirmed kills. It’s sad because he retires to spend more time with his family only to lose his life at a firing range where he helped teach disabled kids to shoot.

I love your family, I watch all of your podcasts, videos. I look forward to your videos, no matter how long it takes I am happy to watch them.

God bless those men for that rescue.

I used to rock that same Santa Cruz hoodie in high school in 91! Still looks cool today man

PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY SIR. I HOPE EVERYONE IS HAVING A VERY GREAT TIME. THANK YOU SO VERY VERY VERY MUCH FOR COMING BACK ON. PLEASE KEEP UP ALL YOUR SHOWS SIR. I LIKE TO SEE MORE OF THE COOKING AND SOMEBODY'S COMING IN AND STEALING A TASTE.

You need to watch her video of this…it puts you right there with her through it all.

Within days they had actionable intel on how many people were in the compound(s) and when it was best to execute. They also had multiple teams training and seal team six came out with the best outcome so they were selected. The covered faces are because those members are either still active or play a major role in training active service members and their identity needs to be kept safe.

It seems a small thing but I really appreciate that the narrator refers to them as “Sailors” and not as “Soldiers.” It shows respect.

My wife and I love watching your channel, and look forward to seeing your family. We like Atlanta 's kitchen so much, I can't wait to see what she makes she makes when she gets to Alabama on her list. Blessings from Brenda and Wendell Bunn from empire alabama.

I can tell you OZZIE'S in my 52+yrs of life I've never heard anyone say a bad thing about you people or your country,, Americans love Australia's

You guys are such a light to the 🌎...thankyou

Story you might want to see is movie “Sully” starring Tom Hanks. Based on a true story. On January 15, 2009, flock of Canadian geese flew into both engines of passenger jet about 5 minutes after takeoff. They lost both engines & were trying to make it to an airport for an emergency landing. They couldn’t make it to an airport & pilot Sully Sullenberger landed plane safely in Hudson River that runs through New York City. As frigid icy water began to seep into plane, flight crew began evacuating everyone onto wings of plane to await rescue. Tugboats, ferries, & port authority boats with assistance from police scuba teams rescued all 155 passengers & flight crew alive with minor injuries within 24 minutes. It got the nickname ‘Miracle on the Hudson.’ FYI, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigates all plane, train, & bus crashes in the U.S. They were skeptical that plane lost both engines almost at the same time & initially believed pilot & copilot made errors which may have contributed to crash. NTSB removed plane wreckage from river & took it to a local warehouse to examine. They ran numerous simulations of crash which incorrectly indicated plane could have crash landed at a local airport. When 1 engine was recovered, it clearly showed it wasn’t pilot error & engine failures were caused by geese & plane couldn’t have made it to any airport. Movie isn’t available for free online, but are several places where it can be watched for $3.99 on youtube. There are several movie clips on youtube that show pieces of movie. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sully_(film)

I would love to see you watch her being interviewed by 60 min. She told the story beautifully.

As a American Navy Veteran. We do that with either Seal team 6or our Army Delta Force because the next time someone want to take an American hostage they have to think that we have people that can go anywhere in the world and get our people from them.

There's a 20/20 news broadcasts were she explains her rescue in her own words, which I found far more enjoyable. Jessica Buchanan wasn't just a normal American she was a great representative of the values of our country, and worth every penny.

This country has gone through far too much to ever give in or surrender. Men died bravely while building and protecting this country long before this country would ever love and respect them. Despite all of faults and all of the division. One thing will always ring true to us. We are the Home of the Brave Questioning that is not going to benefit anyone.

Perfect excuse to get the teams some real world expierence.

Nice video and reaction. What a harrowing experience for Jessica and the other guy. Great ending to the story.

Love your family clip. Thanks for sharing.

Sending SEAL Team Six to get Jessica out was the right thing to do. Paying the ransom would only encourage more kidnappings. Excellent video.

Cool video stay strong

you definitely should react to more military videos. they're vary entertaining!

I love my country sooo much. Proud Veteran and American.

Don't do Patreon, but really enjoy your videos. I am a retired vet, only 41 though, most people think we are all over 60..lol Anyway, I think one reason you get so many American's that are vets, is you are the family we wish we had. Jody comes along, for most of us that were deployed several times, if your girl wasn't a cow🤷🤪🤣

They have to blur out the faces of current SEAL Team or special operation members.

You will like the CBS 60 minute version of this story better..