Wounded Reconnaissance Marine Gets Life-Changing Surprise

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  • Ben Tomlinson is a Reconnaissance Marine injured in Afghanistan in 2010. When he returned home, his hometown of Jacksonville, Alabama rallied around him. When Veterans United Foundation discovered his story it decided to help Tomlinson get the home he deserves. For more on the Veterans United Foundation go to www.EnhanceLives.com.

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  • @galady8632
    @galady8632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Not all heroes wear capes. Millions wear military uniforms. His humility makes him even more of a hero.

  • @gangster3591
    @gangster3591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The finest men and women you will ever meet are serving military or veterans. They are America's *best*

  • @danbytp
    @danbytp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Marines are like Timex watches.They take a licking but keep on ticking! Oorah,Brothers,Oorah!

  • @angelachislett8790
    @angelachislett8790 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What fantastic people you are, Gary Sinese you are the best, what your foundation does for injured veterans is amazing 👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @bobf.5538
    @bobf.5538 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Gary dosent just talk the talk he deeply , honestly sincerely cares. It shows. . Thanks

  • @sonnyanderson8896
    @sonnyanderson8896 8 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    HE IS WHAT WE CALL (HARD) SEMPER FI. BROTHER

  • @USMCSwagg2
    @USMCSwagg2 10 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I know ben personally and he is so positive on life its amazing! Their currently building a smart home right next to his families home in Jacksonville. Im younger than he is but my older brother is friends with his brother so thats how i know him. And he was a recon marine so that right there tells you hes bad ass ;) once a marine always a marine

    • @stephanieburchell6511
      @stephanieburchell6511 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I agree always a marine after being one

    • @ryanmfussner
      @ryanmfussner 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ben’s a good guy for sure.

  • @coachterryhamlin8613
    @coachterryhamlin8613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Gary, you could be a zillionaire as an actor, but you have found a higher calling. You are doing a heroic thing with your foundation. When I lost my leg, a friend of yours came to my bedside and told me "there will be life after amputation ". Thanks for helping guys who are the bricks and mortar of America. God bless you.

  • @kathysneary8320
    @kathysneary8320 7 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    God bless you Gary Sinese for your service to our service men and women. Thank you to all who serve.

    • @antares4s
      @antares4s 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Gary is one who proves that not all Hollywood are total A-holes. We must support film he makes to boost his career.

    • @johnpopoff7950
      @johnpopoff7950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Gary is a class act. God bless him and our military heros.

  • @jdoggg1119
    @jdoggg1119 8 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Gary Sinise is a stand up man.

    • @colderwar
      @colderwar 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      +jdoggg1119 He bloody well is, isn't he ? I never realised what the guy did until I saw this

    • @donaldkelly9040
      @donaldkelly9040 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gary should get. a presidental medal or something similar.

  • @israelperez9379
    @israelperez9379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is the best blog I've seen all day I just wanted to thank you for your service. when someone goes to the military giving up part of their life. They make sure that we are all free. They giving up years of their life for that cause. I can't thank you enough.

  • @ThatGuy-dn5ie
    @ThatGuy-dn5ie 7 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Semper Fi brother- 2nd mar div Recon 2001-2004. God bless you brother, you deserve everything your loving community has done for you. Keep your head up Marine, you've given more then 99.99% of the American populace, be proud 🇺🇸 YUT

  • @danbytp
    @danbytp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Gary appreciates his freedom.So he pays it forward to where it counts,to those who fight for freedom and rights everywhere!

  • @FreeSpirit47
    @FreeSpirit47 8 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Good to see that one of thousands of our military people who were wounded, gets some recognition!

  • @libra6824
    @libra6824 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Beautiful video to watch.... I know Dan Senise been supporting our soldiers for years they called him "CAPT. DAN "

    • @Jenufir
      @Jenufir 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      His name is Gary Senise. He's called "Captain Dan" for the role he played in Forrest Gump.

    • @JoseHerrera-vs8nv
      @JoseHerrera-vs8nv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was Lieutenant Dan !!

  • @wizzardofpaws2420
    @wizzardofpaws2420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So he's a complete humble bad ass. Total awesomeness.

  • @mrswavee2470
    @mrswavee2470 9 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    A nation is strong when you have citizens as brave as this one..

    • @dreama8996
      @dreama8996 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ...& soldier-citizens fighting the good fight. I wish I had ppl like this in my life. Y'all deserve the very best life, all of you! Good job.

    • @Addy-745
      @Addy-745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mr swavee which nation yours? Vietnam!

  • @edwardramsey6923
    @edwardramsey6923 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did not know this organization existed. It's now on my list of charities to donate to. It will forever piss me off that the government who sent him there has such a total lack of compassion. God bless.

  • @larrykaufman8100
    @larrykaufman8100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Asking GOD’S blessing for Gary and all his organization and all those he helps and all their extended family’s!

  • @seeamerica1
    @seeamerica1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I hope more wounded Vets get helped.

  • @rkba4923
    @rkba4923 7 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    We need more Hollywood Celebrities like Gary Sinise!

    • @antares4s
      @antares4s 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Tom Hanks seems to be another. He personally donated funds for a monument at Bastone to the 502 Co E soldiers but you never hear about it do you?

    • @jburnett8152
      @jburnett8152 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@antares4s
      Not a fan.

  • @bono894
    @bono894 7 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Gary Sinese is one the few celebrities that really gets it. I applaud him for sacrificing so much for us veterans.
    I can't imagine how life changing such an injury can be for someone. I also served in the USMC in Iraq 2 tours. I was a POG though so I was always spellbound at the bravery of the grunts and special ops. They were in hell risking thier lives every day carrying heavy equipment constantly being yelled at by superiors and enduring conditions that would break 99 percent of the population.
    Ben if you are reading this know that you paid a price because very few people in this world have your kind of courage. Many people think they understand what you went through and are currently going through but you and I know that most of them don't have a clue. I have no doubt that without people like you this world would be overrun with unimaginable evil and human suffering. Your selflessness is the only reason people have the freedom to sit comfortably without ever having to pick up arms and defend themselves. What you did was more moral and loving than any charity or fundraiser could ever hope to be. Semper Fi brother. I know it's difficult but keep your head up.

    • @shaneb8759
      @shaneb8759 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      beautiful words, and I want to thank you for your service!

    • @wheels2199
      @wheels2199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very well said, god bless all servicemen. Without them the world would be a very different place. Semper fi Eddie Wheels 🧑🏻‍🦽😜

    • @nancyhammons3594
      @nancyhammons3594 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you for your service.

  • @sionyevans
    @sionyevans 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lt Dan has to be the happiest soul on earth as hes helped sooooo many veterans..its what this life is about..

  • @suraekincannon6427
    @suraekincannon6427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the best ever Vets United for our great Military men and women who sacrifice it all to keep us safe and free. God bless them all

  • @jerryfrederick6610
    @jerryfrederick6610 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gary Sinise is a very nice, thoughtful, classy man.
    He will always have my respect.

  • @garyloudenslager587
    @garyloudenslager587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The best human being ,Gary Sinese Thank you so much!!

    • @garyloudenslager587
      @garyloudenslager587 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think I had interaction with his family ,I never ask but they were very nice folks, just like him! Again thank you for everything you do ☺️☺️

  • @scottdean1802
    @scottdean1802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How could the 52 people thumbs down this story? Unbelievable!

    • @johnalombardi2951
      @johnalombardi2951 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for telling it straight, Sir!
      God Bless our country, and its Defenders! 🇺🇸

  • @veyolaski4324
    @veyolaski4324 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    God bless this brave marine and give him the word of recovery! As he sacrifice for his home I thank you to create him a great man and a great hero.

  • @pamelabryant7390
    @pamelabryant7390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank ALL our veterans for your service and love of America 🇺🇸🇺🇸♥️♥️♥️

  • @area51s47
    @area51s47 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is a lot lot more that INDIAN CITIZENS & INDIAN GOVERNMENT can learn from this video 👆👆👆👆👆...Hats off to UNITED STATES.......👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

  • @healingvibrations7845
    @healingvibrations7845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU for YOUR service marines and all military members
    To the fallen we shall not forget

  • @1bls
    @1bls 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well spoken, humble Marine. Proud that I served in the Marine Corps with smart guys like this.

  • @marthakettler7864
    @marthakettler7864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    God Bless all our Military men and women you are our Heroes! Thank you for your services!❤❤❤❤

  • @frankiejenkinszerr7190
    @frankiejenkinszerr7190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You will always be a hero thank you for protecting our country god bless

  • @Jr-ov8nb
    @Jr-ov8nb 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look like he doesn’t want to remember that day and celebrating just make him remember that day more and more

  • @igotthis5998
    @igotthis5998 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    He is truly an American hero God bless him. Thank you for everything you've done for us.

  • @tincymoore864
    @tincymoore864 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome Sauce. Keep rolling on young man one day our God Jesus and Holy Spirit will have something for you

  • @88magicbar
    @88magicbar 8 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Amazing God bless this man..

  • @guybrooks3480
    @guybrooks3480 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you ,and your family for your sacrifice , this how EVERY SERVICE MEMBER ,should be treated.
    And, thank you , LT. DAN BAND , for all you do 👍🤙

  • @janakujawa1629
    @janakujawa1629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gives me goosebumps! So wonderful!

  • @kenspedding4594
    @kenspedding4594 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    From here in the UK great story, great community best wishes for the future, thank you for your service to your country.

  • @trentthompson2928
    @trentthompson2928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank You for your service!!! Every day!

  • @sueandpatrick
    @sueandpatrick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A true American HERO!

  • @donnakearse2503
    @donnakearse2503 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gary Sinese is a hero also. Thank you Marine for your service.

  • @littlescooter6021
    @littlescooter6021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you! Just when you think that no one cares, you discover someone sees you.

  • @lindasimes2504
    @lindasimes2504 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whst wonderful thing Gary snd the Veteran organization do for wounded heros God Nless our Vets from n ARMY BRAT (an oldone but still proud to be an ARMY BRAT)

  • @Robsheph
    @Robsheph 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When your up there with the best your life can suddenly take a turn-no money will ever bring him back to the top-help where u can it will mean more to him

  • @michellewhyatt4438
    @michellewhyatt4438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Youre all amazing brave wonderful heroes with what you did with what you've been through you're all so damned precious. God bless sunbeams keep your heads held high loads of love forever thank you to all of you xxxx

  • @pablopeter3564
    @pablopeter3564 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank for your service. Greetings from Mexico

  • @marcduffy173
    @marcduffy173 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    YOU MEN ARE A BOLD ROCK,,,I HAVE NEVER BEEN ABLE TO BE THAT STRONG BUT Y'ALL MADE IT THRU THE TRAINING AND FARTHER DOWN THE TRAIL,,,STAY STRONG MUCH RESPECT AND THOUGHTS FROM US U.S.S. CITIZENS

  • @carringtonlefayette8644
    @carringtonlefayette8644 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    God and the Universe was showing off when Gary was made.
    Kind deeds change lives.
    May the kindness Gary gives to others find its way back to him.
    Thank you for your Service.
    Australia 4.20 am
    22 March 2021

  • @kimberlypotts516
    @kimberlypotts516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God bless you and thank you for your service

  • @Fultonfalcons86
    @Fultonfalcons86 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your sacrifice and service Marine hasn't gone unnoticed GOD BLESS YOU and you family.........

  • @damianop100
    @damianop100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This man is one of our heroes. Thank you man. Hope you're doing well these days. God bless you.

  • @pvwdavis
    @pvwdavis 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Touched my heart. Thank you for your service, Gary.

  • @joshmccloud6789
    @joshmccloud6789 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless our troops and God bless Gary well as all the foundations for veterans. With our government passing bills to help foreign countries and not Vet's and homeless is disgusting. Politicians lining their own pockets at the cost of our soldiers, so wrong

  • @francerichards5955
    @francerichards5955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God bless this wonderful young man!!!!!!!

  • @smithysmith4004
    @smithysmith4004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you,thank you You show us the way. We think the world of you. All Love XX

  • @logowatchman
    @logowatchman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I first realized how much Gary Sinese is doing for vets when I saw Honor Flight. What a classy, caring human being. reat story.

  • @bruceg.6282
    @bruceg.6282 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lt. Dan is one impressive man.

  • @mallenjm252
    @mallenjm252 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Phenomenal story! Gary Sieniese is one of the greatest supporters of our real Vets! A beautiful tribute to a young beyond deserving Marine that has sacrafised so much for our freedom!

  • @ellegirl7857
    @ellegirl7857 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you! To all our soldiers and yes toDan Thomlinson what a great story I thank God everyday for you. God bless you all and God bless America!!!

  • @theresaann7388
    @theresaann7388 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are one great guy Gary Sinise, And I really had no clue how you feel Ben I was in a wheelchair for a short time in it something you have to feel for yourself to understand what it's like, Prayers to you.

  • @ronaldroach1259
    @ronaldroach1259 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    God Bless all our vets

  • @RBLong0928
    @RBLong0928 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for being a hero

    • @sandraargo8382
      @sandraargo8382 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Trump doesn’t like hero’s..

  • @generaljimbo1944
    @generaljimbo1944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Gary, thank you for your tireless efforts for the best of us. It certainly is gratifying and the looks on those wounded warriors faces' make it all worth while. Thanks again.

  • @joanneguastaferri8905
    @joanneguastaferri8905 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless u n god bless ur sacrifice s ty n god bless America n ur family ☮️☸️🛐🙏💯💢❌🌉☸️🎊🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @catheb2225
    @catheb2225 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your service

  • @jacobzaranyika9334
    @jacobzaranyika9334 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you🙏
    Salute!

  • @edwardhart8449
    @edwardhart8449 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gary Sinese is the best. Semper Fi brother Recon Marine. All the best.

  • @tontoranger3777
    @tontoranger3777 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lt. Dan, what a man.

  • @marcvdt70
    @marcvdt70 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for all thoses heroes ,a litlle pray for them from belgium ,where many soldiers where died in the first and second world war

    • @marcvdt70
      @marcvdt70 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks to lutenant Dan

  • @BeNiceorBeQuiet
    @BeNiceorBeQuiet 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you ❤

  • @dickoldham9760
    @dickoldham9760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God bless you 🙏 Brother.... Semperfi Brother

  • @allensuichan2865
    @allensuichan2865 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You can standing up can make your stronger life again in your futre life right hero

  • @dolly95hk65
    @dolly95hk65 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    God Bless you all!!

  • @sitarivera8952
    @sitarivera8952 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    To all the people who have put their lives on the line for their country thank you and be blessed with all good things in your life.

  • @scholzm1
    @scholzm1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Much respect for Gary Sinese. He was a blessing to Todd Love, USMC Recon Marine and so many other wounded warriors. The man deserves an honorary Marine Corps commission or at least a civilian honor like the Kennedy Center Honors for the good he has done and the continued respect and support he demonstrates for our veterans. Wishing and praying much success and good fortune for him as I suspect he would simply do more good with anything he receives. Semper Fi Sgt. Tomlinson. You *are* a hard Marine. Thanks for your service and your example.

  • @MaribelEnriquez-l3p
    @MaribelEnriquez-l3p 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i dont know what happened to you and I was thinking about you and I miss the best song ever since I got a wonderful romantic song and dance with my friends and family in our lives in my life with my friends and you have received this message from me ❤❤❤

  • @kepckatherinec805
    @kepckatherinec805 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We can thank Gary Sinise and all the wounded warriors by donating to the organizations that support their cause. Appreciating the service personnel is nice, but talk is cheap. Donations will mean so much more. 🇺🇸

  • @lindabrumsted4871
    @lindabrumsted4871 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A big THANK YOU and GOD BLESS all our heroes weather they get deployed or not. My son and daughter were in the marines and I now have a son I law that is a marine.
    It doesn't matter which branch you are in. God bless you all and thank you for your service.

  • @sophiejameson4064
    @sophiejameson4064 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't help but wonder how frustrating a rock concert might be to a young man coming to terms with being stuck in a wheelchair. I've had back surgery and can't dance any more. It saddens me when everyone's dancing and I can't join in.

  • @roberthillman8064
    @roberthillman8064 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow amazing people amazing band, glad he got the house he needs bless everyone involved!!!

  • @sharonott7513
    @sharonott7513 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gary Sinese is a wonderful man.

  • @martharivera1590
    @martharivera1590 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    They deserved to be taking care of for all the sacrifices they made to keep us safe 🙏

  • @terrencestiffler1647
    @terrencestiffler1647 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome Story.

  • @johnwilliamson2276
    @johnwilliamson2276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Semper Fi Brother, welcome home Marine

  • @beachbummer3434
    @beachbummer3434 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    amen...great people

  • @georgejudd1305
    @georgejudd1305 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dan is a true supporter of all veteran, the real thing!

  • @USMCSwagg2
    @USMCSwagg2 10 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was there at JSU

  • @shaneb8759
    @shaneb8759 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks you for your service and sacrifice sir! me and my family are forever grateful for the sacrifice made by you and your family

  • @jasonsheppard3850
    @jasonsheppard3850 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hope our Hero is ok these these Days OUR MARINES OUR ARE HERES GOD KEEP THEM IN HIS PRECIOUS ARMS SAFE

  • @jpturner171
    @jpturner171 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Semper Fi Marine!👍🏽🇺🇸. I notices is an a-year-old video but it’s the first time I washed it I hope you’re doing well🙏🏽!

  • @MapleSyrupPoet
    @MapleSyrupPoet 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless 👍👍

  • @leliacogar9051
    @leliacogar9051 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Semper fi marine !..❤

  • @DonAlan007
    @DonAlan007 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So awesome. My first home of my own was an easy hand held process with Veterans United. I am pleased that this company helps my combat brothers and sisters. Particularly the Wounded Warriors.

  • @TheDgdimick
    @TheDgdimick 8 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    he doesn't see himself as anything special. think about what that says about him.

    • @TheDgdimick
      @TheDgdimick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Lord Master
      I spent 9 years in the Marines, my body is fucked, I'm in constant pain due to what I did in the Marines, I'll probably never be able to work again, yet I'd do it all again. Even knowing that I did it for fucktards like you.

    • @mariebaron6985
      @mariebaron6985 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheDgdimick pl

    • @hannaherickson3548
      @hannaherickson3548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      meance thank you for your service!

    • @johnalombardi2951
      @johnalombardi2951 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Meance, you are a Great American, Sir. Thank you on behalf of my military family and me, for sacrificing so much to defend our country. I pray for you now that the Lord Almighty give healing
      to your body, and remove the pains. Semper Fi, from grateful men in Maryland, to you who served so well.
      Godspeed, Brother.
      NO SURRENDER, U.S.A. 🇺🇸

  • @Robbie-Rabbit
    @Robbie-Rabbit 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    total respect

  • @rizaldepe8299
    @rizaldepe8299 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    GODBLESS all the Patriot Americans......

  • @gimenezlemos624
    @gimenezlemos624 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Parabéns a todos os militares