You did it brother Thomas. Great interview and presentation. What a blessing to honor this Marine. I am proud of you. Thank you also for the kind words about my work. God bless you!!
And thank YOU for bringing these stories home,Mr. Larry--I`ve listened to hundreds of Nam vet interviews and am so glad to have come across yours....you are definitely among the best at doing this and we`re lucky to have the opportunity to hear these stories now,before these men leave us...My father was a submariner during the war and I miss him everyday...again,thank you....
Very riveting and heart-wrenching to hear what these young folks had to endure. God bless you sir for your service and sacrifice, as well as so many others. Thank you Tom for making sure these veterans will not be forgotten for what they experienced, to ensure our liberty is preserved
Greetings from the coast of Downeast Maine....What a man,what a story.....I was born in May of `71 to a submariner who served from `65-`69,and I grew up around Nam vets and saw how they were mistreated,talked about,etc.,and am glad these voices are now being heard before it`s too late...Thank you...
Not a very good interviewer. Too much leading, questions of minutia that don't matter and wrong assumptions. Not listening well. Should let the man have a chance to tell his own story his own way. When vets listen to buddies' stories, that's how we do it. When one is just answering questions, thoughts and personal points don't come out as much.
@@morganlewis2667 I'll agree with some of your comments. I'll never be Larry Cappetto or the guy from the American Veterans Center channel for sure. This was my first time interviewing someone and Davids first interview. We were both really nervous. The most important thing for me was that David was comfortable. To some of your comments; Questions of minutia and allowing David to tell his story in his own way. I don't know what kind of questions anyone was expecting, but I wasn't going to ask any questions about the brutality of war. David and I went over the questions prior to the interview. Like I said, I wanted him to be comfortable and not be blind sided by anything I was going to ask. He had the right to refuse any question I had. He felt alright and didn't refuse any. I told him that I would ask a question and he could answer and take as long as he wanted and go in any direction he wanted to go. I feel that he did that and told the story he wanted to tell. Not listening well. I will say that the interview was harder than I expected. Trying to listen, maybe taking a note or two, asking a question from something David said while at the same time monitoring audio, lighting and video equipment, making sure the levels were good and preparing for the next question. I was multi tasking on several levels. Add to that being nervous as this was my first time doing this and yeah, it was harder than I thought. The most important for me, is that David is happy with what we did. This was a big deal for him. It took a lot for him to sit in front of my camera knowing that I had never interviewed anyone. He trusted me and I think we did alright together. I hope you enjoyed some of the video. Thank you for your comment and for watching, sir.
Thank you sir for your service to our country especially at such a young age and for sharing your story, your experience in the service in Vietnam. After all of these years one can see the impact that your time there still has on you…let us never forget any of the veterans, those still with us and those who lost their lives…giving the ultimate sacrifice…they who have so courageously served our nation need the very best in care that can be offered and most of all our deep gratitude and respect for their courage. Very impactful interview…thanks Tom for sharing his story with us…beseeching us to remember or to learn from those who were there how it changed their lives forever. We’re deeply grateful. Proud of you for doing this…❤🙏🏼
Thank you, Sir, for your service to this country. No one but you and God know what you and your comrades endured. Nothing but God's grace and prayers brought so many back home and God's grace and prayers were surely with those who didn't make I back. God bless you all & your families and the memories and families of those who didn't make it back to experience the love for you all of the Lord Jesus Christ. May the Lord comfort you and give Him His peace in Jesus' name
Excellent video! I sincerely enjoyed this interview and I appreciate you sharing your experience with the world sir. Thank you 🙏 for all you have done and for your service and sacrifices sir. Also to the interviewer you have done a very professional and quality work and I wish you the best going forward in your endeavors!🎯
We all probably know a Vietnam vet that could be interviewed who has some amazing stories to tell. I know of one from Hawaii. A full blooded Hawaiian named Roger Kepo who served with the 5th marines and has 27 confirmed kills. He spent nearly his entire tour in the field. He told me a couple of hair raising stories I'll never forget. I was surprised to find out that a large majority of Vietnam vets actually saw no combat at all. That's the reason the Vietnamese called the U.S. forces 'a tiger with a long tail'. My thanks to all vets who served.
I to am a ex-marine, 1st battalion 3rd marines in the DMZ. I think Mr. Kepo is full of shit. Unless he was a sniper he never would know how many confirmed kills he would have.
My brother was a radio man in the Marines in 1968 his whole platoon got wiped out when they were overrun he was the only serviver he had to throw one of his dead buddies over the top of him so the nva didn't see him took him 4 days before another unit found him.
He’s talking about the Happy Heaven Leprosarium and they got wiped out there I was with Mike company 3/1 and we followed them in They hadn’t patrolled at and just partied. Their platoon at one out post maybe 1 guy out of 30 survived They tunneled under their wire We dug trenches and proper wire and patrolled For my first 25:55 Purple Heart there on 4th of July ‘69
I remember that one guy survived the attack being buried in his bunker, Sob it was him We went out there days later and they had tunneled under the wire There company commander was replaced and we sent volunteers to head squads of new replacements. K company got wiped out several times in my tour of 1969 They had just partied and did not patrol
Noncoms are the same the world over - they disparage those who where in the thick of it because they have no personal skin in that "game". You never know who is who until the heat comes down. I had 7 relatives in World War II. When they came home, they were welcomed. What became of soldiers from Nam is a disgrace, all around this world. If and when you meet a Veteran, for the Love of God thank them for their service.
Well said, Sir. That is how I met David. A chance meeting at a restaurant. He and his lovely wife sat beside us. I was leaving and noticed he was wearing a USMC hat. I thanked him for his service and we had a quick conversation. I gave him my number and a week later he called. He and his wife are super nice people. Thanks for watching and for the comment.
3rd Batt. 7th Marines ChuLai,RVN 10/65-11/66
You did it brother Thomas. Great interview and presentation. What a blessing to honor this Marine. I am proud of you. Thank you also for the kind words about my work. God bless you!!
And thank YOU for bringing these stories home,Mr. Larry--I`ve listened to hundreds of Nam vet interviews and am so glad to have come across yours....you are definitely among the best at doing this and we`re lucky to have the opportunity to hear these stories now,before these men leave us...My father was a submariner during the war and I miss him everyday...again,thank you....
Thanks Larry. You're the best!
Thank you for your service. God Bless you !
Yay!! Iowa Boy!!! Welcome Home and thank you for your service!!
Thanks for your service!
This is wonderful, Thomas. Thank you for this gift.
Very riveting and heart-wrenching to hear what these young folks had to endure. God bless you sir for your service and sacrifice, as well as so many others. Thank you Tom for making sure these veterans will not be forgotten for what they experienced, to ensure our liberty is preserved
Thank you so much for watching and the kind words.
Glad you made it son and thank you for your career of public service. Semper Fidelis.
Greetings from the coast of Downeast Maine....What a man,what a story.....I was born in May of `71 to a submariner who served from `65-`69,and I grew up around Nam vets and saw how they were mistreated,talked about,etc.,and am glad these voices are now being heard before it`s too late...Thank you...
Thanks for watching and the comment!
US Army Vietnam 68/69. What a mess that we young men got into. Never will forget. Great story brother and welcome home.
Thank you sir for your service to our country. I was drafted 10 years before you servied at age 18.
Thank you for your service sir.
Thank you for the great interview!!! It's so very important to tell the stories of our incredible vets and their sacrifice!!!
That’s my grandpa ❤️ love the story and hi Austin
Your Gramps ROCKS !!
Not a very good interviewer. Too much leading, questions of minutia that don't matter and wrong assumptions. Not listening well. Should let the man have a chance to tell his own story his own way. When vets listen to buddies' stories, that's how we do it. When one is just answering questions, thoughts and personal points don't come out as much.
@@morganlewis2667 I'll agree with some of your comments. I'll never be Larry Cappetto or the guy from the American Veterans Center channel for sure. This was my first time interviewing someone and Davids first interview. We were both really nervous. The most important thing for me was that David was comfortable.
To some of your comments; Questions of minutia and allowing David to tell his story in his own way. I don't know what kind of questions anyone was expecting, but I wasn't going to ask any questions about the brutality of war. David and I went over the questions prior to the interview. Like I said, I wanted him to be comfortable and not be blind sided by anything I was going to ask. He had the right to refuse any question I had. He felt alright and didn't refuse any. I told him that I would ask a question and he could answer and take as long as he wanted and go in any direction he wanted to go. I feel that he did that and told the story he wanted to tell.
Not listening well. I will say that the interview was harder than I expected. Trying to listen, maybe taking a note or two, asking a question from something David said while at the same time monitoring audio, lighting and video equipment, making sure the levels were good and preparing for the next question. I was multi tasking on several levels. Add to that being nervous as this was my first time doing this and yeah, it was harder than I thought.
The most important for me, is that David is happy with what we did. This was a big deal for him. It took a lot for him to sit in front of my camera knowing that I had never interviewed anyone. He trusted me and I think we did alright together.
I hope you enjoyed some of the video. Thank you for your comment and for watching, sir.
Thank You SIR.
What a fine man.
Very well done. Good clear audio and appropriate, respectful questions. Thank you.
Thank you sir for your service to our country especially at such a young age and for sharing your story, your experience in the service in Vietnam. After all of these years one can see the impact that your time there still has on you…let us never forget any of the veterans, those still with us and those who lost their lives…giving the ultimate sacrifice…they who have so courageously served our nation need the very best in care that can be offered and most of all our deep gratitude and respect for their courage. Very impactful interview…thanks Tom for sharing his story with us…beseeching us to remember or to learn from those who were there how it changed their lives forever. We’re deeply grateful. Proud of you for doing this…❤🙏🏼
You're welcome and thank you for watching.
Thank you, Sir, for your service to this country. No one but you and God know what you and your comrades endured. Nothing but God's grace and prayers brought so many back home and God's grace and prayers were surely with those who didn't make I back. God bless you all & your families and the memories and families of those who didn't make it back to experience the love for you all of the Lord Jesus Christ. May the Lord comfort you and give Him His peace in Jesus' name
Excellent video! I sincerely enjoyed this interview and I appreciate you sharing your experience with the world sir. Thank you 🙏 for all you have done and for your service and sacrifices sir. Also to the interviewer you have done a very professional and quality work and I wish you the best going forward in your endeavors!🎯
Thanks for watching and for the kind words!
Nice man, thanks
A true hero. Thanks for your sacrifice.
Wow! Thank you.
Thank you sir.
Wow what a humble gentleman
Norton AFB was in San Bernardino, southern Cal Semper Fi Brother! C 1/9
We all probably know a Vietnam vet that could be interviewed who has some amazing stories to tell. I know of one from Hawaii. A full blooded Hawaiian named Roger Kepo who served with the 5th marines and has 27 confirmed kills. He spent nearly his entire tour in the field. He told me a couple of hair raising stories I'll never forget. I was surprised to find out that a large majority of Vietnam vets actually saw no combat at all. That's the reason the Vietnamese called the U.S. forces 'a tiger with a long tail'. My thanks to all vets who served.
Thank you for watching and for the comment!
I to am a ex-marine, 1st battalion 3rd marines in the DMZ. I think Mr. Kepo is full of shit. Unless he was a sniper he never would know how many confirmed kills he would have.
@@timgraaff7551 your welcome to your opinion. I know Roger and I don't know you!
2/4 grunts were given kill talleys. Magnificent Bastards all.
That's my grandfather!!❤❤
Your Grandfather is a good man!
Hi Austin u remember me ? Haven’t seen you in a while
@Tyler Kremin hey Tyler
Your Gramps ROCKS !!
@@MontecitoWealthy Thanks Bud.
I would love to tell my story Vietnam and a shoot out at my house. January 11 2017. Story never made public.
Traverse City Michigan
My brother was a radio man in the Marines in 1968 his whole platoon got wiped out when they were overrun he was the only serviver he had to throw one of his dead buddies over the top of him so the nva didn't see him took him 4 days before another unit found him.
Today’s my birthday!🎉march 25th
He’s talking about the Happy Heaven Leprosarium and they got wiped out there
I was with Mike company 3/1 and we followed them in
They hadn’t patrolled at and just partied. Their platoon at one out post maybe 1 guy out of 30 survived
They tunneled under their wire
We dug trenches and proper wire and patrolled
For my first 25:55 Purple Heart there on 4th of July ‘69
I remember that one guy survived the attack being buried in his bunker, Sob it was him
We went out there days later and they had tunneled under the wire
There company commander was replaced and we sent volunteers to head squads of new replacements. K company got wiped out several times in my tour of 1969
They had just partied and did not patrol
Noncoms are the same the world over - they disparage those who where in the thick of it because they have no personal skin in that "game". You never know who is who until the heat comes down. I had 7 relatives in World War II. When they came home, they were welcomed. What became of soldiers from Nam is a disgrace, all around this world. If and when you meet a Veteran, for the Love of God thank them for their service.
Well said, Sir. That is how I met David. A chance meeting at a restaurant. He and his lovely wife sat beside us. I was leaving and noticed he was wearing a USMC hat. I thanked him for his service and we had a quick conversation. I gave him my number and a week later he called. He and his wife are super nice people. Thanks for watching and for the comment.
The least they could do is give this man a glass of water.
He was offered water, he declined as he brought coffee. Thanks for watching.
Watching this I think to myself why anyone would join the USMC when Vietnam was going on...
McMaster
I hate traitors.
The real hero’s stayed home
Yea all the drugged out smelly hippies who dodged the draft were heroes, yea sure real heroes.
The marine corps in Vietnam had the highest number of officers killed by FRAGGING! What a proud legacy. ☺️😃😆🤣😂😂🤣
Pure BS, miral was low but not that low.
Miral = moral.
Thanks for your service.