These guys are real American hero’s. Having fought the same enemy in this terrain 4 years later. I can tell you it’s no joke. Those mountains in the Kunar. The enemy knowledge of the terrain is something that really makes a difference in war. Thanks to men like these we all get to enjoy the freedom we have here in America. God bless the United States of America 🇺🇸
Tim Hetherington who filmed Restrepo and Korengal was killed in 2011 at Misrata, Libya. Remembering, these journalist bring these stories to viewer risking their lives everyday.
Will never forget that mountain with the guys 😢 we lost 9 more 2 weeks prior to our bird coming retrieve us to go home , battle company charlie company and few other companies were to help 1st Id do reconnaissance to basically show them the erea , they weren’t ready for that mountain fight 😢😢😢
Men like this are the ones who make me proud to be an American what a bad ass fearless in the face of death and going after a teammate who was fallen and had no obligation to do alone a lot of other men would’ve made a different choice. Thank you for your service and for stopping those animals from desecrating one of our own
Agreed a MOH recipient and no mention at all? are you kidding me? this would’ve been one of the most significant parts of the film and it would’ve portrayed just how depraved these animals are they weren’t taking that soldier to give him a proper burial I assure you. Perhaps they were worried about the blowback of the decision and what they really had to gain or maybe it’s because the US military typically doesn’t like to advertise its losses. Definitely like to know for sure though.
Different platoons. They were at op Restrepo while Giunta was at either fire base Vegas or phoenix. When the Restrepo film came out Giunta hadn’t been awarded the MOH yet. It takes years for the process to be able to award the MOH. There was also another 2 Medal of Honor recipients from this unit from this deployment. They were in Chosen company SGT White, and SSG Pitts.
I've heard stories but I can only imagine man. Appreciate you and all you've done (and continue to do), as well as all of your brothers. All the respect 🙏
30 year veteran here medical puke I was in Logar province in 2009-2010 with the 173rd. Great soldiers I just hate the fact that so many died and were wounded for nothing. Freedom isn't free and we cannot conceive of peoples who would rather have a boot on their neck than democracy and freedom.
Don't think I've ever heard a MOH recipient say anything other than they don't deserve it and all of their buddies would have done the same thing. Serious team players and lovers of their buddies burdened with a reminder of their very worst day. I do not envy, but I do applaud and understand their willingness to engage without a thought of their own safety. I'm a former deputy sheriff, and I've seen things I wish that I'd never seen. The adrenaline dump that's so powerful that you could lift an elephant. Nothing like this, though.
This was not included in the Restrepo documentary! Was it a special feature on the DVD or something? I can't believe it they were able to get so close they tried to take a Marine wow! Ballsy ballsy move
Medal of honor are earned trought tragedy. Rarely they have been earned without some of your buddy getting killed in action . Even with all the "prestige" for lack of a better term surrounding its awarding It must be a hard decoration to receive
These guys are real American hero’s. Having fought the same enemy in this terrain 4 years later. I can tell you it’s no joke. Those mountains in the Kunar. The enemy knowledge of the terrain is something that really makes a difference in war. Thanks to men like these we all get to enjoy the freedom we have here in America. God bless the United States of America 🇺🇸
Appreciate you and your service, brother wishing you and your family all the best 🙏
Villains. Trying to invade other nations. Weak. Got your ass kicked. Get lost
I didn’t know I’d be crying at the end. This guy is solid
Tim Hetherington who filmed Restrepo and Korengal was killed in 2011 at Misrata, Libya. Remembering, these journalist bring these stories to viewer risking their lives everyday.
Will never forget seeing the news that day (actually was on 4/20/11), always remembering Tim and Chris Hondros
Got dead for no good reasons. Shit shows
Will never forget that mountain with the guys 😢 we lost 9 more 2 weeks prior to our bird coming retrieve us to go home , battle company charlie company and few other companies were to help 1st Id do reconnaissance to basically show them the erea , they weren’t ready for that mountain fight 😢😢😢
Man I love guinta he is just such a good dude. So humble and so selfless without even knowing it. Hooah ⚡️🏴☠️⚡️
I agree I would be honored to be that man’s friend. You can feel his love for his fellow man.
Men like this are the ones who make me proud to be an American what a bad ass fearless in the face of death and going after a teammate who was fallen and had no obligation to do alone a lot of other men would’ve made a different choice. Thank you for your service and for stopping those animals from desecrating one of our own
Shitshows without purpose
How was it possible this guy wasn’t mentioned or seen once in Korengal or Restrepo? Insane that they were all together
Agreed a MOH recipient and no mention at all? are you kidding me? this would’ve been one of the most significant parts of the film and it would’ve portrayed just how depraved these animals are they weren’t taking that soldier to give him a proper burial I assure you. Perhaps they were worried about the blowback of the decision and what they really had to gain or maybe it’s because the US military typically doesn’t like to advertise its losses. Definitely like to know for sure though.
Different platoons. They were at op Restrepo while Giunta was at either fire base Vegas or phoenix. When the Restrepo film came out Giunta hadn’t been awarded the MOH yet. It takes years for the process to be able to award the MOH. There was also another 2 Medal of Honor recipients from this unit from this deployment. They were in Chosen company SGT White, and SSG Pitts.
I was OEF 6-7. It was a crazy time for the 10th Mountain. Thanks for the share Specter!
I've heard stories but I can only imagine man. Appreciate you and all you've done (and continue to do), as well as all of your brothers. All the respect 🙏
You know a sgt peters or maybe cpl at the time?
30 year veteran here medical puke I was in Logar province in 2009-2010 with the 173rd. Great soldiers I just hate the fact that so many died and were wounded for nothing. Freedom isn't free and we cannot conceive of peoples who would rather have a boot on their neck than democracy and freedom.
Appreciate your service, sir, and the comment. Wishing all the best to you and yours these days 🙏
Thanks Spectre
Thank you man 🙏
Why wasn’t this part in Restrepo? I had no idea they tried to carry away one of our people’s body!
he was awarded the MOH years later
I remember this “mission” I was in chosen company.
Appreciate you brother
Thanks
Appreciate that 🙏
Salute!
Don't think I've ever heard a MOH recipient say anything other than they don't deserve it and all of their buddies would have done the same thing. Serious team players and lovers of their buddies burdened with a reminder of their very worst day. I do not envy, but I do applaud and understand their willingness to engage without a thought of their own safety. I'm a former deputy sheriff, and I've seen things I wish that I'd never seen. The adrenaline dump that's so powerful that you could lift an elephant. Nothing like this, though.
This was not included in the Restrepo documentary! Was it a special feature on the DVD or something? I can't believe it they were able to get so close they tried to take a Marine wow! Ballsy ballsy move
Hoorrraahhhhh
couple of long nights. lots of walking, running, climbing and waiting.
Medal of honor are earned trought tragedy. Rarely they have been earned without some of your buddy getting killed in action . Even with all the "prestige" for lack of a better term surrounding its awarding It must be a hard decoration to receive