Awesome , Mr Kohn lives about a half mile up the road from me and ran a western store there for many years , I see him almost weekly , he is still sharp as a tack and is one of the finest men you will ever see , he will be 99 this summer and still drives himself everywhere ..
Are you both still in the Pine Level area? I've probably driven by there a couple hundred times. My bride-to-be and her folks lived in Montgomery, and I was stationed at Ft Rucker at the time. ...that was over 50 years ago.
tears in my eyes when he spoke of giving the thumbs up to that German soldier. I guess there are many such instances of moments like this in war that remain unspoken.
There is a story about an English soldier who had a bead on Hitler in WWI - and didn't shoot because Hitler was wounded, and this guy made it a rule not to shoot someone who was already wounded. Kicked himself later, of course. Don't have the link, but it's on some British government site with war records and stories.
My grandfather from Poland served six years on the battleship North Carolina during the second war. He was working in the coal mines in Scranton Pennsylvania when Germany invaded Poland in 1939. He cannot get back to Poland to fight alongside his brother's so he joined the American Military. I wish he was still alive today so people can enjoy his stories like I did when I was a kid growing up. Rest in peace Grandpa you will always be my hero. Paul Peter zaleski....
The greatest generation is passing everyday. I miss my dad too. He served in world war 2. Love hearing the stories from these great heros. God bless your frandfather.
Amen we really need to appreciate these men and women. Some paid the ultimate sacrifice for today's titty baby ass generation, always want something for nothing
I could listen to this man talk all day!!! What a blessing these videos are!!! We need to remember what these men fought and died for!!!! WWII isn’t ancient history! Some of these brave warriors are still among us and it’s so important to honor them! Thank you for this video!!!
Wow very cool to see you here! I have been making my 2 kids watch parts of these videos all day! So important for them to at the very least here some of what these great men have to say! I also watch a lot of your stuff!
My grandfather also a WW2 vet was an extremely no nonsense, well organized individual. He was very happy with what he had which was a simple non frugal life of which he earned everything. Tough as rock but not overly macho or cocky yet proud. He left school during the great depression around 13. He basically educated himself further by reading thousands of books and learning hands on various trades as well as through life itself.. he never once acted entitled or disenfranchised as far as I knew. His generation was great but also was the opportunity after the war.
@@johnboy6594 - God Bless all these men.My grandfather was a field medic in WW1 and my dad (who enlisted and lied about his age,16 at the time) a Korean War vet.God Bless America..
My father in law (German Army, 16-17 years old at the time) told me that he was in Holland hidden behind a dead cow in a barn yard when two Canadian soldiers came around the corner of a barn, looked around, didn't see anything and then shared a cigarette. After the cigarette they moved out and saw him and realized he had his gun on them the whole time. Now it was two against one. They stopped, slowly backed up and went back the way they came.
He fought to stop a murderous nation that killedmillions, and would do much more, if not for soldiers like this man. They saved millions of lives and western civilization by defeating Germany. I don't know how more could be at stake than was in WW2.
@@KirksCORNER1983 a Useless war? You serious? You DO understand that if the USA had not entered the war that the world would look an awful lot different. There would be a lot less Chinese, Koreans, Phillipinos, etc... Jews would be a mere rumor, there would be a lot less Slavic peoples, etc... WWII was probably the most important war fought in the 20th century. Hardly useless. If you require education in this, or in the geopolitical dynamics of the first half of the 20th century, I do tutor and you seem to be someone in desperate need of education. And I do mean a LOT.
@@KirksCORNER1983 I don't know what planet you are on buddy, but it isn't Earth. Gold? If that was the case, the US would not only have joined the Axis, but we would have invaded India, South Africa, Australia, and probably even Russia or Chili. Either you are a troll, or you really are misinformed. I could give you all the reasons each nation state entered WWII, but I typically charge for the education; and seeing as you would appear to be rather set in your ways, there is little I can do for you. My apologizes.
@Bob Carruthers population replacement was enacted by the binai birnith under the hart seller(hard seller) act in 1964? Butchered that. Population replacement is a communist tactic. Weaponized migration
Had one of my neighbors , who saw a lot of action in Europe. tell me a similar story. He said he and several other US soldiers spotted a solitary German soldier (who did not know he was in any danger) cross an open field in front of them. Instead of shooting and killing him, they decieded to deliberately miss him but also to shoot very closely all around him so they could watch him run in terror like a scared jackrabbit. He was still laughing about it 40 years after it happened. I think he had just seen enough death and suffering and as a teenager, just wanted to have some fun. RIP, Mr. Staples.
@@recemottashed8114 Hi Rece no I believe they actually let him get away ! This same neighbor told me while they were searching houses in a captured German town one of his fellow soldiers found a black German uniform (SS?) and put it on and then went to a balcony and gave a hiel Hitler salute to his fellow soldiers which caused them to laugh hysterically at that "crazy son of a Bitch!" Like I said, they were just a bunch of average American teenagers who were tired of war and killing and wanted to have some fun. He never told me about the terrible things he saw but did tell me how he came close to being killed by a grenade blast.
@@jeffronimogothlay8870 you are actually an idiot that sniper didnt shoot because there was a field full of enemies if he shot he would die that old man knew this, and besides neither me or you will ever know the hell they went through, another thing in ww1 in 1914 the solders came out of the trenches from both sides and shook hands, exchanged gifts, and played soccer where they cowards?
Full respect for this veteran John. 🇺🇸 He is very clear with a fantastic memory. Yes God does answer prayer sir. I also believe he was with you during your combat. You gave three examples. The shrapnel not harming you, the sniper not shooting you, and getting back to the train without injury from the crowds. I am sure many more times than that as well.
@@jeffronimogothlay8870 He blesses and He curses, He brings the evil and the good, there is no power but the power of God. For those that abide in Him and kiss the Son, blessings and mercy; but the wicked, the hypocrite, and lovers of falsity He hateth everyday. The god of milk and cookies is a lie, He is a warrior King. He is no respecter of persons. Belief is a gift, most won't find it. The truth is, people know better, they choose unbelief - ignorance is to ignore. The Lord does not honor the U$ military, He honors the hearts that He blesses within it. And that goes for all the hearts everywhere and anywhere that call on the name above all names - Christ Jesus.
Imagine having to kill someone in order to prevent him from killing you and/or your buddies. Although it is necessary and a mere split second might be the difference between your life or death. I’m so grateful for these patriotic men, God bless them all. 🇺🇸
@@DRFelGood yes, war is war. But that doesnt mean we dont have to show compasion towards unarmed enemy or civilians. We are humans, not beasts. Its a big difference.
So fascinating to listen to this WW2 veteran with his Southern drawl take about his experiences in combat in the Europium Theatre of War and how the news of VJ Day coming over the radio had the citizens of Atlanta in a frenzy of joy and relief. World War II was over.
67- yeah Victory over japan was a big deal too the five nations that were getting ready too invade in 1946- U.S.A.// Britain/ Australia/ Canada/ New Zealand. They knew it would be a extermination event, perhaps on both sides
Americans and Germans are closely related. We mostly attempted to be civil to one another and German soldiers frequently did not want to go back to Germany from our prison camps. There are stories of our soldiers who were guards at those prison camps would unload their rifles , hand the rifle to a German prisoner go home and eat because they lived in the area and come back with sour kraut and strudel for the prisoners. 😂 The Americans and Japanese didn’t get along so well. Or the Germans and the Russians ,
Thanks for watching this video. I would appreciate it if you would consider subscribing if you have not already done so! We are aiming to hit 45,000 subscribers this week in order to have more people watch these incredible stories!
It’s sad that these men are in short supply now. An end of an era. Listening to these gentlemen tell their stories is truly priceless. Recent generations have a lot to learn from these great men and that’s an understatement. Thank you for taking the time to do this.
Thank you for documenting the stories of these men. Imagine the world never hearing these stories... Keep doing what you do my guy! Truly a service to history we should never forget.
That is an awesome story told with such candour. Just goes to show that the majority of the guys pulling the trigger had no beef with a fellow human being.
Check out Robert's big O'l chair! As if he said to himself " I had enough discomfort in my life, and now it's time to be beyond comfortable! " :)) God yes brother ! You deserve all the comfort this world can offer. A true gentleman warrior. A kind and humble man. Good video. Thanks for the upload.
What a sharp man despite his age. Thank you for all of your sacrifices made and pain endured. I wish there was a way I could give him a few years of my life, he's surely earned it
My father had similar experiences. Although he shot many enemies there were times when he put his rifle down asking himself why he was doing what he was doing.... Taking someone's life just because someone ordered him to do so...removing all the humanity... My father never recovered, mentally. He was forever haunted by the images of those he killed. He was a bad husband and a bad father. Drank heavily too....to forget. It didn't work...
@@RememberWW2 did you even read this comment? this was in poor fucking taste man!!! starting to suspect that this wonderful gift to humanity is entirely about gaining wealth. shame on whoever wrote this comment or put the automatic response in place. disgusting!!
Well damn! I know it's sad that he experienced all that, though trauma shouldn't allow people to do inexcusable things. It's strange since a lot of vets lead more decent fatherhoods. Guess it comes to show that everyone reacts to trauma differently. Perhaps if the knowledge was known, he would've turned out better than just a bottle.
@Tyler Luck Don't judge a man's decision made in combat too harshly if you have never had to make those decisions for yourself. Your concept is correct, but the variables are innumerable. Sometimes the life you save can prevent a terrible tragedy... sometimes it causes one. There are no guarantees in this world. You just have to do what you believe is right in the moment, and keep moving forward.
@@mmabagain yes this man went on to kill Germans who started the war and were involved in atrocities that you couldn’t imagine. We fought them along with the allies in order to stop those atrocities. That German sniper was spared and was able to continue to kill American and allied soldiers and commit further atrocities on innocent people. He made a decision he knew was wrong but he made it and he had to live with that decision for the rest of his life. Other soldiers died because of his decision and couldn’t live because of his decision. He deserves a lot of credit for his service and his duty but one bad decision canceled out a lot of good he did.
Civil Conservation Corps served to maintain our roads, rivers, lakes and provided useful employment for men and women during the Great Depression. Many of our parks and amphitheaters were created as places for families and friends to gather for concerts by bands, orchestras and operettas. I remember ‘The Starlight Opera’ in my city and hearing music which I still enjoy today. (That was 80 years ago!)
What a man. Respect from across the pond. Our grandfathers and great-grandfathers grew up in poverty and went to war in probably the most important war in history.
My father was in 15th Cav Recon Squadron. He told me he came across a couple of Nazi’s praying in the bushes and they didn’t see him he could have killed them but he just shouted at them and they put their hands up
Talking about taking life in war is obviously an uncomfortable dark topic. Glad to see him talk about it. I won’t get into to much. All I can say is thank you for your service.
What a story and amazing testimony of faith as a young man scared to death on the battlefield calling on the name of the Lord. Very encouraging to know it seems to have solidified his faith in God for life. Nothing but heroes here!
The excitement and how sharp this man is as he’s telling his story what he did is amazing I can’t thank him or his generation enough for what they did for us today thank you again and may God bless you
Thanks for watching this video. I would appreciate it if you would consider subscribing if you have not already done so! We are aiming to hit 45,000 subscribers this week in order to have more people watch these incredible stories!
I'm crying, nobody really wanted that war. Thank you sir for this channel. It's really hard to watch everytime but i know i need to hear all of this. It's so important yet so hard on my émotions
I wish this was one of the longer interviews! This gentleman has a charisma about him that had my eyes and ears locked in every minute and every second!
These kind of stories that you can only get first hand from the hero’s that were there are exactly what I’ve been looking for! I love this channel thank you for documenting these amazing memories.
A Civil War veteran and distant cousin of mine, Solomon R. Mangham, lived in Dadeville. He died there in the 1880's and I found a newspaper obituary, but I couldn't find his grave in the cemetery. If you know anybody who's interested in such things there, I'd appreciate their contact info.
Thank you Mr. Kohn for your story. I greatly appreciate you talking about your experiences. I thank you for your service to our great country. I wish I could shake your hand as well. Much respect to you sir.
What an amazing story, listen to these walking history books. Someday all the world war 2 veterans will pass on. Just like my dad. What an amazing generation. All these old fellows wore flannel shirts, so did my dad. Thank you for your service brave soidier.
I worked for a Vietnam vet 30+years ago who was in the C-Bees and some of the stuff he told me was crazy. One time he said he was driving a truck on a dirt road and as he rounded a corner he saw a NVC in a ditch and they locked eyes and he just kept driving. He told me that he was as scared as I was. He also said he kept his M-14 on his lap facing the door all the time. I was never drafted into a war, I’m 55 but I respect anyone who has been in the armed forces, in battle or not. Thank you all for the freedoms we enjoy, for the time being.
Glad to see you`re still with us champ. That`s a real sweet recliner you got there and i thought mine was big, lol. It`s true what they say, everything is bigger in America. Hope you will make centurion status in a little over one year !
You can tell this guy definitely whacked out more than a few men over there and that memory really warms his hear/is a very emotional one. It makes him so happy he didn't have to shoot the guy. What a great man!
In my military days in South Africa we wer at war against terrorists and there was no such mercy as this, but its different in the sort of war this gentlemen was in and tbh I wudda prolly did the same..thanx for ur service from South Africa sir 👍
Thanks for watching this video! If you haven’t already I would appreciate if you would consider subscribing to the channel so that more people will be exposed to these Heroes and their experiences. We are trying to hit 50,000 subscribers this week sometime!
To give life is the most precious gift …It was an honor to hear such an amazing life story …Thank you for your amazing service which upholds freedom in this country 🇺🇸
Reminds me of my grandpa, ww2 vet...making my cousins and I sit and look at his war memories and telling stories when all we wanted was to go play. He was trying to teach us something valuable..
This guy really reminds me of my grandpa. I don't have any video of him so this is really special for me. I love these old school fellows. Tough as iron and full of fire.
All of My Uncles served in WW 2 , three of them in heavy front line combat. One of them as a 17-18 year old replacement in the 168th rgmt 34th inf Div was told upon joining that unit as a heavy ( water cooled 30 cal. ) machine gunner , to not think about the future because He probably would be dead before a day passed. He fought at Monte Cassino, Anzio and to the End of the War in Italy. Wounded three different times hospitalized and back to the unit. Told Me about crossing a field when a tank about 50 yards away hit a mine blowing a track and falling down and getting back up a couple times not realizing He had been hit by shrapnel in the back of the leg. Then the intense burning pain. Another soldier only a few yards away was killed by gravel that emasculated Him and imbedded in His chest . Said they searched prisoners for the telltale shoulder padding of machine gunners thar earned them a beating because the German guns cut men in half. But also told Me of sharing a cigarette with a German gunner after they knocked out the position. The German learned English from His school teacher Wife. We are mostly Italian ancestry and My Uncle Lou was First generation growing up bi- lingual . He said they never saw a woman the whole time. All females were kept hidden. All soldiers no matter what side were capable of crimes. All armies represent cross sections of civilian societies they originate from . My Uncles View their German opponents as being like themselves a product of their times and the influences of their society or prevailing views .
These are phenomenal, man. Great job, and how satisfying and fulfilling for you to talk to and interview all these great vets. My grandparents were this generation and I was so fortunate to know and hear these people. No atheists in foxholes. Amen, sir..
Sir, thank you for your service, and the sacrifices you and your comrades in arms have made for our freedom. If it weren't for you and your friends, we'd be speaking German and marching in goose step today. Much love, and everlasting respect from the Netherlands.
![[#2024MAMA] BIGBANG (빅뱅) - 뱅뱅뱅 (BANG BANG BANG) + FANTASTIC BABY | Mnet 241123 방송](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/EQsYfiPR9uM/mqdefault.jpg)
![Hitler declares war on the USA - Reichstag Speech of December 11, 1941 [german/ english subtitles]](/img/n.gif)
Awesome , Mr Kohn lives about a half mile up the road from me and ran a western store there for many years , I see him almost weekly , he is still sharp as a tack and is one of the finest men you will ever see , he will be 99 this summer and still drives himself everywhere ..
Are you both still in the Pine Level area? I've probably driven by there a couple hundred times. My bride-to-be and her folks lived in Montgomery, and I was stationed at Ft Rucker at the time. ...that was over 50 years ago.
@@lynnlard5531 Prattville on US31 between Prattville city limits and exit 186 . I finished high school in Montgomery , but grew up in Lowndes County
My dad served WWII. He grew up in Crenshaw county, 1 hour south of Montgomery. Camp Ground area. This man sounds a lot like my dad did.
You can see that from his nice western shirt he is wearing. I would like to have one like this.
Ironic, I live in Dothan and work on Ft. Rucker now👍
tears in my eyes when he spoke of giving the thumbs up to that German soldier. I guess there are many such instances of moments like this in war that remain unspoken.
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
There is a story about an English soldier who had a bead on Hitler in WWI - and didn't shoot because Hitler was wounded, and this guy made it a rule not to shoot someone who was already wounded. Kicked himself later, of course. Don't have the link, but it's on some British government site with war records and stories.
@@nozecone Is One Of Those Awkward People With NO Sense Of Conversational Timing ... And, Too OBTUSE To Know It.
@@kneedeepinbluebells5538 Ah! Another nonsensical comment that shows, once again, that alcohol and stupidity is a bad combination. Well done.
well i dont know if he should have shot the German or not but one thing i do know is the German would have never forgotten about that
My grandfather from Poland served six years on the battleship North Carolina during the second war. He was working in the coal mines in Scranton Pennsylvania when Germany invaded Poland in 1939. He cannot get back to Poland to fight alongside his brother's so he joined the American Military. I wish he was still alive today so people can enjoy his stories like I did when I was a kid growing up. Rest in peace Grandpa you will always be my hero. Paul Peter zaleski....
Have you visited the USS North Carolina in Wilmington North Carolina?
I would imagine that would bring those stories to life a little more
Your grandfather fought for all those Poles who couldn't. He was lucky to be in the US at the time.
God bless your grandfather and your family. We are lucky to have all of you in this nation.
The greatest generation is passing everyday. I miss my dad too. He served in world war 2. Love hearing the stories from these great heros. God bless your frandfather.
Your grandfather is a hero to me too! 🇺🇸
The world is truly lucky to have living legends like these guys. They will never be appreciated enough.
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
Of all the people we hold in high regard, sports stars or whoever, none deserve it more then men like this.
Totally...glad my grandparents passed before they could hear my stepdaughters bashing boomers and the elderly.
Amen we really need to appreciate these men and women. Some paid the ultimate sacrifice for today's titty baby ass generation, always want something for nothing
I feel bad that you guys were tricked into fighting the wrong enemy. The west has now fallen.
I could listen to this man talk all day!!! What a blessing these videos are!!! We need to remember what these men fought and died for!!!! WWII isn’t ancient history! Some of these brave warriors are still among us and it’s so important to honor them! Thank you for this video!!!
Wow very cool to see you here! I have been making my 2 kids watch parts of these videos all day! So important for them to at the very least here some of what these great men have to say! I also watch a lot of your stuff!
👍👍👍
Robert! So cool to see your comment here! Love your videos!
In the name of sovereignty jurisdiction of government of the world.. I own you... yup.. 😑
I do like listening to them because my Dad was in the pacific and wouldn’t talk much about it to me very little
99 yrs old. God Bless You, sir!
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
This was posted Feb. 2021, but when was the interview?
Despite this mans age, he’s sharp as a tack. Men such as this personifies the term The Greatest Generation.
@Phillip Garcia I don't think there is a secret. some have gifts.
My grandfather also a WW2 vet was an extremely no nonsense, well organized individual. He was very happy with what he had which was a simple non frugal life of which he earned everything. Tough as rock but not overly macho or cocky yet proud. He left school during the great depression around 13. He basically educated himself further by reading thousands of books and learning hands on various trades as well as through life itself.. he never once acted entitled or disenfranchised as far as I knew. His generation was great but also was the opportunity after the war.
@Phillip Garcia - He's better than Biden..
What a gentlemen.. My father and uncles were the same age as this man and served at the same time. The Greatest Generation for sure.
@@johnboy6594 - God Bless all these men.My grandfather was a field medic in WW1 and my dad (who enlisted and lied about his age,16 at the time) a Korean War vet.God Bless America..
My father in law (German Army, 16-17 years old at the time) told me that he was in Holland hidden behind a dead cow in a barn yard when two Canadian soldiers came around the corner of a barn, looked around, didn't see anything and then shared a cigarette. After the cigarette they moved out and saw him and realized he had his gun on them the whole time. Now it was two against one. They stopped, slowly backed up and went back the way they came.
what was he doing there?!
@@anomalyp8584 Germany had conquered The Netherlands. This must have been during Operation Market Garden.
@@psotos or one of the other hundreds of battles fought in the netherlands.
German soldiers were everywhere.
@@boazd8622 Yes and they were stealing my Pannenkoeken!!
Thanks for sharing
God Bless that man. A REAL hero, and a REAL American.
He fought to stop a murderous nation that killedmillions, and would do much more, if not for soldiers like this man. They saved millions of lives and western civilization by defeating Germany. I don't know how more could be at stake than was in WW2.
@@KirksCORNER1983 a Useless war? You serious? You DO understand that if the USA had not entered the war that the world would look an awful lot different. There would be a lot less Chinese, Koreans, Phillipinos, etc... Jews would be a mere rumor, there would be a lot less Slavic peoples, etc... WWII was probably the most important war fought in the 20th century. Hardly useless. If you require education in this, or in the geopolitical dynamics of the first half of the 20th century, I do tutor and you seem to be someone in desperate need of education. And I do mean a LOT.
@@KirksCORNER1983 you have no idea what you are talking about.
@@KirksCORNER1983 wow you really are human garbage
@@KirksCORNER1983 I don't know what planet you are on buddy, but it isn't Earth. Gold? If that was the case, the US would not only have joined the Axis, but we would have invaded India, South Africa, Australia, and probably even Russia or Chili.
Either you are a troll, or you really are misinformed. I could give you all the reasons each nation state entered WWII, but I typically charge for the education; and seeing as you would appear to be rather set in your ways, there is little I can do for you. My apologizes.
Could listen to this man all day. Fifteen minutes not enough.
You are right...
My grandpa was from Oklahoma and he talked a lot like Robert. I could hear him talk all day long , it's so comforting.
Thank you sir. We’ll never be able to express our gratitude
Semper Fidelis from an East Texas Marine
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
Yeah thanks alot. Thanks for defeating the nazis and allowing Bolshevik/red army/communists to spread and completely destroy western civilization.
@Bob Carruthers population replacement was enacted by the binai birnith under the hart seller(hard seller) act in 1964? Butchered that. Population replacement is a communist tactic. Weaponized migration
@Bob Carruthers ~ REMEMBER OUR USS LIBERTY 🗽 VETERANS!!! 🇺🇸
I like this ol man. He's the real deal.
this should be mandatory viewing for all students
Students are more concerned about what other gender they are besides male and female sadly.
That’s because communists control the schools and pop culture
Had one of my neighbors , who saw a lot of action in Europe. tell me a similar story. He said he and several other US soldiers spotted a solitary German soldier (who did not know he was in any danger) cross an open field in front of them. Instead of shooting and killing him, they decieded to deliberately miss him but also to shoot very closely all around him so they could watch him run in terror like a scared jackrabbit. He was still laughing about it 40 years after it happened. I think he had just seen enough death and suffering and as a teenager, just wanted to have some fun. RIP, Mr. Staples.
Well.
Did they end up taking the German as a pow?
@@recemottashed8114 Hi Rece no I believe they actually let him get away ! This same neighbor told me while they were searching houses in a captured German town one of his fellow soldiers found a black German uniform (SS?) and put it on and then went to a balcony and gave a hiel Hitler salute to his fellow soldiers which caused them to laugh hysterically at that "crazy son of a Bitch!" Like I said, they were just a bunch of average American teenagers who were tired of war and killing and wanted to have some fun. He never told me about the terrible things he saw but did tell me how he came close to being killed by a grenade blast.
I love his accent. Salt of the earth..
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
Joe Biden wants him cancelled
@@jeffronimogothlay8870 leave politics out of it, I'm sure this man didnt fight for 2 parties of idiots to destroy everything
@@duff6587 He didn't FIGHT for anything. He allowed an enemy sniper to live, thus allowing his countrymen do be killed. The old man was a coward.
@@jeffronimogothlay8870 you are actually an idiot that sniper didnt shoot because there was a field full of enemies if he shot he would die that old man knew this, and besides neither me or you will ever know the hell they went through, another thing in ww1 in 1914 the solders came out of the trenches from both sides and shook hands, exchanged gifts, and played soccer where they cowards?
He served our country well. May God bless him in whatever he does.
Full respect for this veteran John. 🇺🇸 He is very clear with a fantastic memory. Yes God does answer prayer sir. I also believe he was with you during your combat. You gave three examples. The shrapnel not harming you, the sniper not shooting you, and getting back to the train without injury from the crowds. I am sure many more times than that as well.
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
So the people that were killed didn't pray enough?
Or God didn't like them?
Do you see how absurd that sounds?
@@jeffronimogothlay8870 He blesses and He curses, He brings the evil and the good, there is no power but the power of God. For those that abide in Him and kiss the Son, blessings and mercy; but the wicked, the hypocrite, and lovers of falsity He hateth everyday. The god of milk and cookies is a lie, He is a warrior King. He is no respecter of persons. Belief is a gift, most won't find it. The truth is, people know better, they choose unbelief - ignorance is to ignore. The Lord does not honor the U$ military, He honors the hearts that He blesses within it. And that goes for all the hearts everywhere and anywhere that call on the name above all names - Christ Jesus.
Imagine having to kill someone in order to prevent him from killing you and/or your buddies. Although it is necessary and a mere split second might be the difference between your life or death. I’m so grateful for these patriotic men, God bless them all. 🇺🇸
God probably delivered him many more times than he knows
Showing distain in war, not killing someone just because you can, is the sign of real charactor
Distain means unworthy or disgusting
..I think you me showing restraint?
@@djstl100 so you are the guy that pull the trigger first, ask questions later?
@@sorinsrn5442 War is the Hell where youth & laughter go to die 🖤
@@DRFelGood yes, war is war. But that doesnt mean we dont have to show compasion towards unarmed enemy or civilians. We are humans, not beasts. Its a big difference.
Yeah....so they can come back and kill your buddies.
So fascinating to listen to this WW2 veteran with his Southern drawl take about his experiences in combat in the Europium Theatre of War and how the news of VJ Day coming over the radio had the citizens of Atlanta in a frenzy of joy and relief. World War II was over.
Men like this still exist but societies focus is elsewhere. Go figure.
European.
67- yeah Victory over japan was a big deal too the five nations that were getting ready too invade in 1946- U.S.A.// Britain/ Australia/ Canada/ New Zealand. They knew it would be a extermination event, perhaps on both sides
@@Bob-fz7pd: Due to the Dumbing Down of America!
I could sit and listen to him for hours..totally wow.
Truly the most impressive feats of strength is to hold onto one’s humanity in times like that. Perhaps that’s what the sniper was thinking as well.
Americans and Germans are closely related.
We mostly attempted to be civil to one another and German soldiers frequently did not want to go back to Germany from our prison camps. There are stories of our soldiers who were guards at those prison camps would unload their rifles , hand the rifle to a German prisoner go home and eat because they lived in the area and come back with sour kraut and strudel for the prisoners. 😂
The Americans and Japanese didn’t get along so well. Or the Germans and the Russians ,
These people are treasures, thank you. My father was a medic in WW2 and could never talk about it
God bless him
God Bless This SOLDIER A REAL HUMAN BEING THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE I AM HERE THANKS TO SOLDIERS LIKE YOU SIR GOD BLESS
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
"Blessed are the merciful"...✝️
Thanks for watching this video. I would appreciate it if you would consider subscribing if you have not already done so! We are aiming to hit 45,000 subscribers this week in order to have more people watch these incredible stories!
I could listen to this man tell stories all day.
I wonder if the German made it....Imagine his story about a American who gave him a thumb up
Yeah lol.
@Nathan Michaels it is not for us Germans. A thumbs in Germany is a thumbs up
@Nathan Michaels I'm from the UK and never heard a thumbs up being an insult.
@@AndreasGassner im German and i a case like that. A thumps up is a thumps up. and has nothing to do with counting. holy...
@Nathan Michaels that's an urban myth
One of the very best videos out there is this one!! His Bama drawl, sharp mind and clarity, make this superb. These people are the real deal!!
It’s sad that these men are in short supply now. An end of an era. Listening to these gentlemen tell their stories is truly priceless. Recent generations have a lot to learn from these great men and that’s an understatement.
Thank you for taking the time to do this.
I could listen to this man all day long.
Thank you for documenting the stories of these men. Imagine the world never hearing these stories... Keep doing what you do my guy! Truly a service to history we should never forget.
Please keep this man protected. This world needs to keep our heroes alive... God bless
These interviews are absolutely priceless, thank you for posting.
That is an awesome story told with such candour. Just goes to show that the majority of the guys pulling the trigger had no beef with a fellow human being.
The way this country is headed must make the greatest generation sick!! Thank all of you for your service!!
Check out Robert's big O'l chair! As if he said to himself " I had enough discomfort in my life, and now it's time to be beyond comfortable! " :))
God yes brother ! You deserve all the comfort this world can offer. A true gentleman warrior. A kind and humble man. Good video. Thanks for the upload.
Please subscribe for more WWII veteran interviews!
What a sharp man despite his age. Thank you for all of your sacrifices made and pain endured. I wish there was a way I could give him a few years of my life, he's surely earned it
Could listen to this legend all day.
Thank you
What a beautiful soul he is… Thank you for sharing this…
So much better to listen to a real man than to called "intellectuals".
Yes HE does answer prayer. Truth my friend. God bless you and keep you.
@John C shit simply happens , who knows maybe if you get a chance to meet god or w/e you will get a chance to ask why
He also DOESN'T answer prayer. Its a coin toss. So maybe he doesn't give a damn.
With all due respect, thank you Mr. Kohn for your service.
Thank you for your service Mr. Kohn.
My father had similar experiences. Although he shot many enemies there were times when he put his rifle down asking himself why he was doing what he was doing.... Taking someone's life just because someone ordered him to do so...removing all the humanity... My father never recovered, mentally. He was forever haunted by the images of those he killed. He was a bad husband and a bad father. Drank heavily too....to forget. It didn't work...
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
@@RememberWW2 did you even read this comment?
this was in poor fucking taste man!!!
starting to suspect that this wonderful gift to humanity is entirely about gaining wealth.
shame on whoever wrote this comment or put the automatic response in place.
disgusting!!
Well damn! I know it's sad that he experienced all that, though trauma shouldn't allow people to do inexcusable things. It's strange since a lot of vets lead more decent fatherhoods. Guess it comes to show that everyone reacts to trauma differently. Perhaps if the knowledge was known, he would've turned out better than just a bottle.
I'm from Alabama and I can tell you that the toughest and most humble old men come out of that state
"I gave him a thumbs up." 😂😂😂😂
He spared a life that possibly took out a many more.
@@tylerluck378 Just as the German sniper spared his life and he himself probably took out more german soldiers.
@Tyler Luck Don't judge a man's decision made in combat too harshly if you have never had to make those decisions for yourself.
Your concept is correct, but the variables are innumerable. Sometimes the life you save can prevent a terrible tragedy... sometimes it causes one. There are no guarantees in this world. You just have to do what you believe is right in the moment, and keep moving forward.
@@sgtbender1335 So true! He was probably so sick of killing, and just wanted to go home at that point.
@@mmabagain yes this man went on to kill Germans who started the war and were involved in atrocities that you couldn’t imagine. We fought them along with the allies in order to stop those atrocities. That German sniper was spared and was able to continue to kill American and allied soldiers and commit further atrocities on innocent people. He made a decision he knew was wrong but he made it and he had to live with that decision for the rest of his life. Other soldiers died because of his decision and couldn’t live because of his decision. He deserves a lot of credit for his service and his duty but one bad decision canceled out a lot of good he did.
These interviews are so fantastic. These guys do such a terrific job capturing the experiences from these marvelous soldiers.
Reminds me of my Grampa, he was in the the CCC but he always called it the Tree Army.
Civil Conservation Corps served to maintain our roads, rivers, lakes and provided useful employment for men and women during the Great Depression. Many of our parks and amphitheaters were created as places for families and friends to gather for concerts by bands, orchestras and operettas. I remember ‘The Starlight Opera’ in my city and hearing music which I still enjoy today. (That was 80 years ago!)
What a man. Respect from across the pond. Our grandfathers and great-grandfathers grew up in poverty and went to war in probably the most important war in history.
My father was in 15th Cav Recon Squadron. He told me he came across a couple of Nazi’s praying in the bushes and they didn’t see him he could have killed them but he just shouted at them and they put their hands up
This man is very spry ! What incredible storys he tells! He has seen alot in his long life! God bless him for his service in world war2!
Thanks for watching! PLEASE Subscribe for more WWII veteran interviews!
Talking about taking life in war is obviously an uncomfortable dark topic. Glad to see him talk about it. I won’t get into to much. All I can say is thank you for your service.
What a story and amazing testimony of faith as a young man scared to death on the battlefield calling on the name of the Lord. Very encouraging to know it seems to have solidified his faith in God for life. Nothing but heroes here!
Yeah this man and his faith are truly special but to think of all the prayers that were said only to die on the battlefield with them never answered.
@@setharnold3699 yes very sad
what a cool guy, I hope he is at peace with his service
What a wonderful person.
The excitement and how sharp this man is as he’s telling his story what he did is amazing I can’t thank him or his generation enough for what they did for us today thank you again and may God bless you
Thanks for watching this video. I would appreciate it if you would consider subscribing if you have not already done so! We are aiming to hit 45,000 subscribers this week in order to have more people watch these incredible stories!
I love listening to the Vets like this man tell their stories. God bless them, we owe them so much.
I'm crying, nobody really wanted that war. Thank you sir for this channel. It's really hard to watch everytime but i know i need to hear all of this. It's so important yet so hard on my émotions
So much respect to you and your generation, thank you sir.
Please subscribe for more WWII veteran interviews!
I live just a few miles south of Pine Level. This is a wonderful interview.
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
I wish this was one of the longer interviews! This gentleman has a charisma about him that had my eyes and ears locked in every minute and every second!
The GREATEST GENERATION will live forever.
Thank you Sir.
Id like to believe men like this exist, im sure they still do.
@@Bob-fz7pd There are, I've served with some of them.
@@scootinflh i hope so.
THEY SAVED THE WORLD!
This mans story is something else!!!.....thank you!!!
Please consider subscribing to see other WWII Veteran Interviews!
These kind of stories that you can only get first hand from the hero’s that were there are exactly what I’ve been looking for! I love this channel thank you for documenting these amazing memories.
I’m from Dadeville AL and never heard his story! Keep up the good work.
What a coincidence! Thanks for watching and please consider subscribing for more WWII veteran interviews!
A Civil War veteran and distant cousin of mine, Solomon R. Mangham, lived in Dadeville. He died there in the 1880's and I found a newspaper obituary, but I couldn't find his grave in the cemetery. If you know anybody who's interested in such things there, I'd appreciate their contact info.
@0:06 " ... born down at Pine Level Alabama ... " The Honorable Mr. Kohn HAD Me With His Phrasing ... The Last Of His Awesome Kind ...
What a great story teller. Robert you went through some scary times.
This man is a survivor.Hero no doubt.The thumbs up story was a surprise.
I'm one of these people that notices the small things. Here's one: This guy is in his 90's and to this day, still does a perfect gig line. Nice.
@I'm Back U.S. Army and USMC
@I'm Back That obvious? LOL! 1 year Army, 8 Corps.
I cant imagine what these young men went through. I'm so grateful for their sacrifice.
Thank you Mr. Kohn for your story. I greatly appreciate you talking about your experiences. I thank you for your service to our great country. I wish I could shake your hand as well. Much respect to you sir.
What an amazing story, listen to these walking history books. Someday all the world war 2 veterans will pass on. Just like my dad. What an amazing generation. All these old fellows wore flannel shirts, so did my dad. Thank you for your service brave soidier.
Thank you for your service Sir.
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
@@RememberWW2 already done! And featured on my channel
super! thanks!
The stories are so captivating. He is definitely an amazing story teller. Thank you for your service.
I saw where someone made a comment on the video , I can say Mr Kohn is still going strong , he turned 100 last July and is still chugging along
Incredible story, Thank You for sharing it with us. I’m So grateful for your service, courage and sacrifice for freedom ❤️ God Bless you ❤️
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
Thank goddess for moments like this
Saved by faith in Him.
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
Every other dead soldier must've been an atheist then?
@@anthonystagliano9795 or they did not Fully 100% believe in God
@@marcobet9840 that doesn't even deserve a response.
Is there any more to this interview? I could listen to this guy all day
I worked for a Vietnam vet 30+years ago who was in the C-Bees and some of the stuff he told me was crazy. One time he said he was driving a truck on a dirt road and as he rounded a corner he saw a NVC in a ditch and they locked eyes and he just kept driving. He told
me that he was as scared as I was. He also said he kept his M-14 on his lap facing the door all the time. I was never drafted into a war, I’m 55 but I respect anyone who has been in the armed forces, in battle or not. Thank you all for the freedoms we enjoy, for the time being.
Glad to see you`re still with us champ. That`s a real sweet recliner you got there and i thought mine was big, lol. It`s true what they say, everything is bigger in America. Hope you will make centurion status in a little over one year !
Thank you for service sir! Nothing can repay WW2 vets for what they accomplished. This man is what being an American is supposed to be.
You can tell this guy definitely whacked out more than a few men over there and that memory really warms his hear/is a very emotional one. It makes him so happy he didn't have to shoot the guy. What a great man!
In my military days in South Africa we wer at war against terrorists and there was no such mercy as this, but its different in the sort of war this gentlemen was in and tbh I wudda prolly did the same..thanx for ur service from South Africa sir 👍
Thanks for watching this video! If you haven’t already I would appreciate if you would consider subscribing to the channel so that more people will be exposed to these Heroes and their experiences. We are trying to hit 50,000 subscribers this week sometime!
@@RememberWW2 done a while ago thnx 👍
I hope we always remember these brave souls.
To give life is the most precious gift …It was an honor to hear such an amazing life story …Thank you for your amazing service which upholds freedom in this country 🇺🇸
A true American Hero of Americas Greatest Generation! Bravo to you sir
This is just a great person, personality from start to finish. “The Greatest Generation”. Service to our country is most appreciated. Thank you Sir.
I could sit here and listen too theses heros stories all day not just the war time I like hearing about they're lives before war
A salute to this man. Not much to say about the thumbs down people. Sad really.
They are reprobate people huddled in their "safe space."
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
@@fredbunce9232 You are correct Fred.
What a story! God bless Mr. Kohn and all US Veterans! God Bless America!
Reminds me of my grandpa, ww2 vet...making my cousins and I sit and look at his war memories and telling stories when all we wanted was to go play. He was trying to teach us something valuable..
Wonderful human being !
This guy really reminds me of my grandpa. I don't have any video of him so this is really special for me. I love these old school fellows. Tough as iron and full of fire.
Unreal that these videos don’t have the viewership they deserve
Real Heroes
All of My Uncles served in WW 2 , three of them in heavy front line combat. One of them as a 17-18 year old replacement in the 168th rgmt 34th inf Div was told upon joining that unit as a heavy ( water cooled 30 cal. ) machine gunner , to not think about the future because He probably would be dead before a day passed. He fought at Monte Cassino, Anzio and to the End of the War in Italy. Wounded three different times hospitalized and back to the unit. Told Me about crossing a field when a tank about 50 yards away hit a mine blowing a track and falling down and getting back up a couple times not realizing He had been hit by shrapnel in the back of the leg. Then the intense burning pain. Another soldier only a few yards away was killed by gravel that emasculated Him and imbedded in His chest . Said they searched prisoners for the telltale shoulder padding of machine gunners thar earned them a beating because the German guns cut men in half. But also told Me of sharing a cigarette with a German gunner after they knocked out the position. The German learned English from His school teacher Wife. We are mostly Italian ancestry and My Uncle Lou was First generation growing up bi- lingual . He said they never saw a woman the whole time. All females were kept hidden. All soldiers no matter what side were capable of crimes. All armies represent cross sections of civilian societies they originate from . My Uncles View their German opponents as being like themselves a product of their times and the influences of their society or prevailing views .
I love that story about the sniper.
Thanks for watching! Please subscribe for more WWII veterans interviews!
These are phenomenal, man. Great job, and how satisfying and fulfilling for you to talk to and interview all these great vets. My grandparents were this generation and I was so fortunate to know and hear these people.
No atheists in foxholes. Amen, sir..
Please subscribe for more WWII veteran interviews!
There are atheists everywhere, even fox holes. In war faith is lost as often found.
Sir, thank you for your service, and the sacrifices you and your comrades in arms have made for our freedom.
If it weren't for you and your friends, we'd be speaking German and marching in goose step today.
Much love, and everlasting respect from the Netherlands.
may the lord bless this man , he has a heart of gold