U.S. Air Force: Portraits in Courage - William Pitsenbarger

William Pitsenbarger was a pararescueman who went behind enemy lines on numerous occasions to save lives. He was fearless and risked his life on many occasions so others may live. The Medal of Honor recipient should be remembered for how he lived, for how he embodied the Core Value of "Service Before Self," and for how his story continues to inspire others.
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[@globalklaus]

Respect, Pits. Respect and a standing salute from a former Swedish army medic.

[@Thekoryosmenstribe]

Just because we're air force doesn't mean we're scared or can't fight. This is proof.

[@b.entranceperium]

The fact that you have to say this is sad. There's some low IQ internet turds out there...

[@bitters31]

I wish I would have known him. He died before I was born. My maternal great-grandmother, was his great-aunt. I'm so proud to call him family. I cannot wait for the movie, "The Last Full Measure", about him to come out. It should come out next year.

[@Blakieentertainment]

Colleen Ruth That’s what’s up brother do u plan on doing military also?

[@annb9422]

It is so nice to see your comment and to know you are related to him.
I just watched the movie The Last Full Measure and couldn't stop crying. I won't ever forget William Pitzenbarger and his self-sacrificing spirit dying in behalf of these soldiers and being there to save the wounded and comfort the dying as well as fight when others couldnt. What a brave, courageous and loving human being who didn't think twice about going into dangerous territory to save lives at the possible cost of his own. I wonder how many of us would do the same.

[@judevector]

I came here after watching " the last full measure " gosh am touched by his heroism

[@SamhainBe]

I thank the Lord everyday for such men - makes me proud to be an American. Well done Airman - Rest in Peace.

[@conniegilbert8512]

So many brave men in such a terrible time. An American hero!

[@NotDecided420]

Respect to this man and all PJs.
*So Others May Live*

[@40datboysha]

This man is a PJ legend. We salute you Airman!!!

[@layitupdown]

He was a real man, rest in peace William, the world is always needs heroes like you!

[@luckyoreoz3177]

Who Cares? My last name is pitsenbarger he is related to me no joke

[@CharlotteFairchild]

I volunteered for the movie about Pitsenbarger because my Dad was career Navy. My uncle was a medic in WWII. Both grandfathers survived WWI and one died 11 years before I was born, the other one died when I was 6. Chemical warfare is not healthy. I care because my mentor in chaplaincy was Cecil Threadgill, the chaplain for Apollo 14 landing. Threadgill was a private on Iwo Jima during WWII before he became a chaplain later. I would not be here if men had not protected and given their lives for people I am related to and knew. Pitsenbarger the protector. A knight.

[@rrriiippp]

Drink your milk go back to bed!

[@bitters31]

@@luckyoreoz3177, I'm related to him too. My maternal great-grandmother, was his great-aunt.

[@bitters31]

@@luckyoreoz3177, where were you born?

[@sams568]

I worked at the VA in South Texas for 17 years. I was fortunate enough to meet hero's multiple times a day everyday.

[@eugenedavis6792]

I Salute Pits, from a Proud Desert Storm Combat Veteran; may me meet in the after life and tell our war stories.

[@wcbranitly0692]

This 5 minute video does a better job telling this story than The Last Full Measure

[@barthoward5397]

Remember him...

[@blueshirtshockey93]

May God Bless, may the perpetual light shine upon him Lord, may he rest in peace Amen 🙏🏼

[@elgatosiesta]

My army and marine friends love PJs

[@tagg976]

What a truly excellent and touching video

[@dianeporter2819]

Just give the man due respect

[@1949LA-ARCH]

Great tribute 😊

[@ernestshipman411]

Respect, honor to an airman, from the son of a WW2 airman, 17 year veteran, who served others all their lives.

[@mrcarr9890]

Real hero. Those PJs and CCT guys are the best. RIP brother.

[@christopherkelly2504]

Who gave this video a downvote? Explain yourself, Leg.

[@SuperBoomshack]

Slants

[@robertmoffitt1336]

Never Forget 💝

[@scottprendergast5262]

Man he had itnall! Looks courage dedication honor and brains

[@JeepWrangler1957]

To my brothers and sisters who served in the RVN, Welcome Home

[@walterguajardo5244]

Just like Desmond Doss, but for the Vietnam War

[@derrickk6733]

Young guy........ BRAVE MAN!

[@frankducett9]

Brave men.

[@aliciawoodland8330]

I came here looking for a way to explain Pitsenbarger's story. Thank you.

[@michaeledlin9995]

Amen

[@douglashagan65]

Who's the Air Force guy William bitzenberger got the medal of Honor in air force in Vietnam it was pittsburgher who went under fire to rescue

[@blanco1301]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@BleachBlonde-java]

Who the hell are the two thumbs down

[@LadyofFe]

My cousin!!!

[@sandromastrorilli9064]

Rispetto per un grande Uomo

[@205098283]

Didn't they say in the movie that these men were killed by their own? Friendly fire they call it.

[@charlesfoutch1132]

The enemy was so close they had to call in artillery danger close is my guess.

[@Bellinghamspence]

youtube doesn't have stupid downthumbs anymore...

[@davidhaynes3126]

God bless all Vietnam war vets.

[@frankducett9]

I don't think that there is anyplace to HOT for the ARMY pilots, the HH-43's had HOISTS.
(Braided steel cables that can be lowered.)
Ever hear of them?
Every one of those guys on the ground and in the Air deserve a Medal, just for being there.
Oh... Pedro not Husky.