Funeral of General (Ret.) H. Norman Schwarzkopf, U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY
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- On Thursday, February 28th, the West Point Band performed the full military funeral honoring Gen. (ret.) H. Norman Schwarzkopf at the U.S. Military Academy. Gen. Schwarzkopf, Class of 1956, served as Commander of U.S. Central Command and as such, was the commander of coalition forces during the Persian Gulf War (1990-1991). He retired from the U.S. Army in August of 1991 and since became known for his charity and community service. Gen. Schwarzkopf passed away on December 27th, 2012.
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In General Patton’s words, “ Thank God such men lived.”
why was they smart
RIP General. Thank you for your long and faithful service to our country.
I knew Norman. He was a very wonderful man who created the Elementary School I went to. I met this man as a kid. May he forever rest in peace.
As a British soldier that he led in 1991, I find it somehow surreal, he has passed. He has always been a legend to me. I'm now fifty, but time deceives a bit.
Rotorhead99 MY SALUTE TO YOU SIR, TO ALL US AND BRITISH SOLDIERS...PHILIPPINES
It's scary isn't it. I remember that Christmas of 1990 wondering if father Christmas could get down the barrel of a tank like it was yesterday.
I was a little 18 year old. Now I'm a 48 year old grandfather whose is almost as close to 70 as 30.
Terrifying!
Thanks Rotorhead and Fishyc for your recollections.
WE LOST THAT WAR WITH HEAVY CASUALTIES IN BOTH LIVES AND MILITARY HARDWARE. THE IRAQIS/RUSSIANS WIPED THE STREETS WITH US. SORRY BOYS BUT YOUR GOVERNMENT LIED TO YOU ALONG WITH THOSE "WAR PIGS" UP IN THE PENTAGON WHO WILL BE ON THERE KNEES BEGGING GOD FOR FORGIVENESS FOR STARTING NEEDLESS WARS AND MISUSING MILITARY POWER TO SPILL INNOCENT BLOOD.
@@Frank289100 Knob!...
I was honored to be on his aircrew when he was the CINC of Central Command. When it was time for fun, he was the best but when time to be serious, he was that. He made sure we were taken care of and made sure his troops were protected and taken care of during Desert Shield/Desert Storm. His wife, Brenda, we used to call her Mom for she made sure we had cookies, candy, and other things for our TDY's to the MidEast. One time she told me not to let Norm have anything out of the snacks for he was on a diet. I said ok and once he tried to sneak some cookies out of a bag. I caught him and told him that Mom said he couldn't have this type snack. He looked at me like a sad puppy and yes, I let him have some cookies. He had a patch on his flight suit that no one else had and I begged him for 2 years to let me have it. On his farewell tour, he gave it to me and I still cherish it. A great man and I am so honored to have known him and be on his aircrew for 3 years. God Bless General and Rest In Peace.
Beautiful story
@@gv1967 agreed
What patch was that?
@@yascoolskychief His Centcom patch. He was the onlyu one to have this certain patch.
@@jyddentz Something like sixth star for Pershing or Washington?
RIP, General. You set the banner high for good, honorable men. Thank you for your glorious service and for setting such a fine example for our young people in this country. You will be missed.
Your leadership gave those of us trapped inside Kuwait during Desert Storm hope, so we continued to wake up everyday and help take care of the wounded waiting for liberation ..... thank you Sir🙏
I've always had tremendous respect for General Schwarzkopf, he was an outstanding leader and a well respected officer! Rest in Peace sir, and you will not soon be forgotten! I would also ask that all negative comments be kept out of funeral service videos or videos here on TH-cam that are in support of our great country and service men and women! Thank You.
My earliest hero. I was only 7 when Desert Storm broke out. I was so scared. I remember my mother crying hearing the first gunfire on TV.
Despite my young age, I was very perceptive. General Schwarzkopf was talked about much and I looked up to him and trusted him to protect our country. So when I heard those first shots, as my mother cried, I knew we would be ok.
To all those leaving negative comments. The General was more of a man than any of you could ever hope to be. Thank you General from this Canadian.
+Rob Tro and hees one from aussie brian downes
Yeah, more of a war criminal. Sane humans have morals.
*Damn War Criminal !*
He was a great man and a great soldier.
You fuckers aren't worthy to polish his boots.
Amen!
A great General! I was a US Navy officer during Desert Storm and was glad we had a real fighter to lead us! Rest In Peace dear Sir!
David Flores MY SALUTE TO THE US ARMED FORCES...PHILIPPINES
@walter cuperidge You can thank Saddam Hussein. We waged war against him and his military not the people.
@walter cuperidge Those were moved to Syria during the build up of coalition forces. Assad used them to gas his own people. Saddam had created a major threat in the region to neighboring countries and instability in the whole region. Which would of affected us and most of the rest of the world eventually. And finally, he illegally invaded Kuwait, so he could control and have direct access to the sea for his oil production. Kuwait asked for help from the world including us, not to mention threatened our ally Israel. How's that for starters?
Rest N Peace Sir, ARCENT Damman.
WE LOST THAT WAR WITH HEAVY CASUALTIES IN BOTH LIVES AND MILITARY HARDWARE. THE IRAQIS/RUSSIANS WIPED THE STREETS WITH US. SORRY BOYS BUT YOUR GOVERNMENT LIED TO YOU ALONG WITH THOSE "WAR PIGS" UP IN THE PENTAGON WHO WILL BE ON THERE KNEES BEGGING GOD FOR FORGIVENESS FOR STARTING NEEDLESS WARS AND MISUSING MILITARY POWER TO SPILL INNOCENT BLOOD.
That man...was a a HELL OF A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS HIM...HE got us back on our feet and HE DID IT RIGHT...WELL DONE SIR!! AND THANK YOU!
Great leader!
Great planner!
Great organizer!
Great soldier!
Great American!
Forgive me if I left anything out.
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To the dustbin of history, may God take revenge on him and all the killing of Iraqis
@@ebraheem.ch.s1804 lol, you're a disrespectful troll.
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I remember him well during the time of Desert Storm all those years ago , and man he was the general and a great one to . Rest In Peace Big Bear 🐻
Rest in peace Sir! Proud to have served under you during Desert Shield/Storm.
I’m from Kuwait! Thank you so much for the liberating us 🇰🇼❤️. I truly hope you see the comment.
1RiderPale MY SALUTE TO THE US ARMED FORCES...PHILIPPINES
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My family knew his family well. My dad served with him at Ft. Lewis.
Mike De paz Yalah..... 😆
Bless all those who served honorably whether you are a private or general we all deserve praise and accolades regardless if you disagree with politicians which I cannot stand!!!!
Words alone are insufficient to describe how well respected and well liked the General was. Sir your service was with courage, valor, loyalty and dedication and I thank you for all you did for our country! Rest In Peace General!
What exactly did Schwartzkopf do to earn a Medal of Honor?
Professional, Dedicated, and Respected by all, even during the meeting with The Iraqi Generals at the end of Desert Storm, he showed respect towards them. A true "American Hero" brought to you by "The United States Military".Thank you Sir for your "Dedication to the protection of our great nation". May you rest in peace.
A True American Hero. May God protect his soul.
Why was he a hero?
@Christopher Bogie Because I don't have a huge, powerful army to beat up a much weaker foe. That's why.
@Christopher Bogie And how did that effect the price of your cheap hamburgers in the U.S.? Who appointed you world policeman?
@@SteffiReitsch you do. You’re too pompous and arrogant to stand up for yourself.
Difficult to lose a leader like Norman 👍
Britain rightfully honoured this great military man by knighting him. So technically he was General Sir H. Norman Schwarzkopf KCB. Because he is not a British subject, General Schwarzkopf did not have to kneel and be tapped on the shoulder by Queen Elizabeth II when he was knighted. The Queen simply handed him a box containing the cross and silver star of the Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath. He was only the ninth US military so honoured. And truly deserved.
Elizabeth II honorablely knighted both Gen. Schwarzkoph and Powell. But because neither is a British Subject, the 'sir' is only for that day.
According to British Laws, and the Queen, only those born in Great Britain, Canada, Jamaica, Australia, New Zealand can be knighted/damed with the OBE.
Jimmy G.
Not quite correct my friend. They would not use the title 'Sir' or 'Dame' as they are not British Subjects and have no allegiance to Her Majesty but they do retain the Letters KCB after the name. There are different Knights Garter but I am afraid the OBE is not one. That is the Order of the British Empire.
You also have a violation of US law in that to fully accept a knighthood, one must bend the knee and swear fealty to the sovereign.
I never knew this fact! Interesting.
1chish - American citizens knighted by the United Kingdom are not properly called “Sir Norman” or whoever in the United States. Source: The Protocol School of Washington.
New Jersey born, American made, Legend.
Grande General Norman
Rest In Peace, General. We never forget your service and advice to the South Vietnamese 9th Airborne Battalion when you are a Major. You have done an outstanding service!!! THANKS YOU!
This is the best American General in current time. Unfortunately, he was not promoted to a 5 star general as he deserves to be. You are the General of the Army in my eyes!!! Rest in peace in the love of our God!
I remember an interview he gave. He showed the white business card from his wallet. He was given that by the French Foreign Legionnaires. He was made an honorary member. He was told that any time he was caught in trouble and needed a quick response and evacuation he was to call and help would come by them no matter where on the planet.
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@@anne-mariebrummer5691 only 2ReP
Salute General. You earned all the honors bestowed on you.
Thank you sir.....
Amen
REST IN PEACE GENERAL
Rest in peace Sir! Proud to have served under you during Desert Shield/Storm with the Italian forces.
Salute to Stormin' Norman. Such a great man, even from his grave, has more intelligence, and common sense than those who came here to deliver their ignorant hatred. None of you would be able to make fools of yourself without Generals like this man Was.
a Canadian mother thanks you sir a real man for the ages
I have the highest respect for Gen. Schwartzkopf ...sorry he passed on...
Suzanne LeBizarre no
WE LOST THAT WAR WITH HEAVY CASUALTIES IN BOTH LIVES AND MILITARY HARDWARE. THE IRAQIS/RUSSIANS WIPED THE STREETS WITH US. SORRY BOYS BUT YOUR GOVERNMENT LIED TO YOU ALONG WITH THOSE "WAR PIGS" UP IN THE PENTAGON WHO WILL BE ON THERE KNEES BEGGING GOD FOR FORGIVENESS FOR STARTING NEEDLESS WARS AND MISUSING MILITARY POWER TO SPILL INNOCENT BLOOD.
The USA and Britain must always stick together. Common culture and heritage. In a world such as it is now, we need to be brothers in arms like always.
I met him when he came to Germany he was a down to earth gen we had a drink with my room mate we had a makeshift bar in our room we had a belt a few it was great I salute him
He was a great general, he was a great soldier. We need more great leaders like him today. Sorry to see he was disrespected by being cremated they should have honored him by burying his body and not burned it.
I'm 16 year active duty military veteran first gulf war
@Agent Orange brilliant input
Changed warfare, there will never be another set-piece battle as we know it, "Stormin'" Norman assured that
Stormin Norman, RIP Sir! We who were there remember.
Highest respect to you General. RIP
Gen. Schwartzkopf was one of the long grey line that never let America down.
WE LOST THAT WAR WITH HEAVY CASUALTIES IN BOTH LIVES AND MILITARY HARDWARE. THE IRAQIS/RUSSIANS WIPED THE STREETS WITH US. SORRY BOYS BUT YOUR GOVERNMENT LIED TO YOU ALONG WITH THOSE "WAR PIGS" UP IN THE PENTAGON WHO WILL BE ON THERE KNEES BEGGING GOD FOR FORGIVENESS FOR STARTING NEEDLESS WARS AND MISUSING MILITARY POWER TO SPILL INNOCENT BLOOD.
I worked next door to him....Great Human Being...a Great Leader....R.I.P.
RIP Stormin Norman. You have proudly served this nation. As my father and I have done as well. Thank you.
So sorry to read this....god bless you,sir... from Ireland.
It's a pity he never received his 5th star. "Stormin' Norman" deserved to be a "5 Star".
That rank is in abeyance. When it was created, Congress specified the sailors and soldiers to be promoted. The subsequent promotions of Bradley and Halsey, plus the creation of a new rank for Arnold, also required Congressional approval. There is also the issue that creation of just one 0-11 would change our command structure enormously.
A fifth star for a general as a reserved for times of extraordinary emergency that's why they're so few of them.
What a deeply moving video presentation of the Funeral of one of our greatest military commanders. Thank you
May the earth above you be light! Salute from Finland
What an impressive expression of respect for a fallen warrior!
I served under his command for awhile! He retired before Iraq invasion, part two!
He was a proven war fighting leader whom grasped what humanity can be. I knew he passed away, but I must've been distracted, down range!
God bless him!
He took each casuality serious & with good faith for God. He didn't risk our lives for the glory of it! He had less casualty losses than most! That's called leading & fighting with a conscience!
His earned respect says it most!
Thank you for share this video.
Respect to you gentle general from Britain my god rest your soul
A great man and soldier who served his country
Soldier rest! thy warfare o 'er,
Sleep the sleep that knows not breaking ! Dream of battlefields no more,
Days of danger, nights of waking.
The above lines were first written by the famous Scottish poet and novelist Sir Walter Scott, 1771-1832.
R.I.P GENERAL.
my husband was in militray.and i thank him every day for what did for courtry.he is a vietnam veteram.......
Rest and peace. Proudly served under him during Operation Desert Shield/Storm. 😔
Thank you Sir for your service , I'm sorry about just learning of your passing. May you rest in peace Sir .
He did his duty. May he rest in peace.
Thank You "Bear" You were a soldiers General and we thank God for blessing us with your wisdom and leadership. R.I.P. V/r Senior Chief USN Ret.
I had no idea "Stormin' Norman" had died!!!!! Wow.
Leaders come and go as do the changing seasons but every great now and then you are blessed with a leader who stands out from the others...an individual who has the integrity and ability to lead men into the worst possible scenario man has to offer...war... and at the same time humanitarian enough to not only care for the souls placed under his guidance and command but those in opposition to him as well as those who are innocent yet suffer loss due to the conflict surrounding them! This General was such a leader and man and may GOD grant him eternal peace!
As an aside, for those of you who either did or didn’t notice the uniforms of the New Jersey State Police, what an awesome show of respect. General Schwarzkopf’s father was the first Superintendent of the NJSP, seems like they too remember absent companions and came to show their respect and gratitude to both Senior and Junior Schwarzkopf’s.
Is it true that his father was among the detectives investigating the tragic Lindbergh baby kidnapping?
@@largol33t1 his dad led the investigation.
Didn't know this giant of a man had passed away. #RIP to a leader, a man, a soldier
Stormin Norman! Rest in peace sir, and thank you for taking good care of us with your decisive leadership, and getting most of us out of there in one piece.
In 1979 just prior to going to south Yemen to be a part of an Expeditionary mission, I saluted the then Brigadier General when he flew on board our ship! Task Force 77, USS CONSTELLATION CV-64...
Sir I salute you once more! Air Department, V-1 Division Fly 3... director #31 Godspeed.
I am British. Dont tell me he wasnt Sir H Norman Schwarzkopf.
He did his duty and thats enough. Just like the Yanks at Normandy, just like the yanks always do.
Thanks for your words.
Ximena Poduje Then thanks for yours
adrian hickman IT'S A SHAME MORE AMERICANS CANT FEEL THE WAY YOU DO...THANKS FOR THE TRIBUTE
lawdog490 Forgive me, but they were given that right by those at Normandy, Midway and many other battles.
Respect.
+adrian hickman It's too bad that the Americans lawdog490 speaks of don't show respect for the men who gave all for their right to reckless speech
RIP Norman.. I wasn't aware he was gone.. How did I miss it..♥
Jeez. How could i miss this??? R.i.p general...
much respect to this man
A great General a Great man from the UK we thank you. SIR
RIP
WE LOST THAT WAR WITH HEAVY CASUALTIES IN BOTH LIVES AND MILITARY HARDWARE. THE IRAQIS/RUSSIANS WIPED THE STREETS WITH US. SORRY BOYS BUT YOUR GOVERNMENT LIED TO YOU ALONG WITH THOSE "WAR PIGS" UP IN THE PENTAGON WHO WILL BE ON THERE KNEES BEGGING GOD FOR FORGIVENESS FOR STARTING NEEDLESS WARS AND MISUSING MILITARY POWER TO SPILL INNOCENT BLOOD.
A true hero god bless you general. The bear a great man.
RIP SIR!!!! I'm glad I served under you during Desert Storm/Shield. Hooah 🇺🇸
He was a Great American General, who served his country and his family well. May God Bless and Be with you, sir.
An awesome soldier.
RIP GENERAL
RIP 🙏 i did not realise this Great American General had passed away. A true humble man who loved America & America Values. America needs more man today like the great General. He is part of American History. His family must be so Proud.
He was a guest onboard HMS Britannia, the royal yacht, in the 1990s. When given a tour of the polished, gleaming engine room, he said ‘looks great, where’s the rear engine though?’ 😄
I got to know about him through his book its really sad watching this I am going to join military 100 percent respect from India
Rest in peace sir! You'll be missed by the men and women who served under you!
I had the honor to meet the General in Lima, Oh, he was there to deliver a speech. I was able to meet him after the event, render him a salute, and have him sign his book. It was one of the most memorable times of my life... God Bless Him.. RIP Soldier.
Rest in peace, General.
Legend, just as you all are
An exceptional leader. I was in his path during Desert Storm
The most respected man of all time. I salute you and honor your impact on Our World history
Heaven is for Heroes, R.I.P.
He was a great one!
He was a great person and my wonderful friend.
war plan was perfect . i told my mom the war should be a joke . and told her how it was going to happen , she was so scared .this helped some what , at wars end my mom studied the war and i had mapped out 95 % of it .she asked how i knew .all you need to do is look at the map .this general is one of our greatest war leaders , the war was small , his skill was far greater then this war
Duty, Honor, Country.
Another member of the New Greatest Generation. RIP sir! Proud 3rd ID veteran , 76-79 Army Proud! Very proud of our real Hero's.
My response by the general...AND admiration
A great soldier and a true general! RESPECT! Stormin' Norman was in the same league as Patton. Both were great generals that led the way to victory!
No flies on that chap. Wouldn't miss anything. Rest in Peace, General. Job well done.
Good man, American Patriot and General. Much respect. Rest in peace sir! Semper Fi
It is an honor, & privelage, to be able to observe this service ...deeply grateful to all 🙏 ...great man, General, and leader 👴
Great salute to you....from India
Bless his memory 💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸
I'm a Marine combat Vet who fought for Storming Norman; much respect!
Hero, should have had a horse drawn caisson with the band playing the old Army song...And the Caisson's go Rollin' Along! Hurrah!
Hannibal EnemyofRome May be he didn't want it?
@@mscott3918 Maybe this is the funeral for a West Point Commandant. He was that at one time.
he was cremated
Thank you General.
General Thank You for Your Service to Us and this Great Nation Rest Now Sir You Have Earned All of It God Bless You Sir
A truly great man! His press conference during the war is a must see! A true patriot and military hero who loved his men and women enough to smash the enemy with overwhelming force to limit American casualties!
God bless the men and women who serve the families that serve alongside them
an understated man rip
So beautifully done .. a wonderful tribute for a truly inspirational gentle giant leader, human being! From the perspective I speak of someone, myself who has never served in the military .. although I received quite the education other than previous knowledge on the war, his roles, his incredible desire for peace . Closure. In the private sector after his retirement I had the honor of holding the role of his executive/ PR/ personal assistant with his private company black summit Inc after his retirement , which he created solely as he was retired from the military to serve the community, nonprofits, children, organizing annual fundraisers, there was so much more to this man he was truly a leader with a heart of gold! Serving his country until the day he died, in so many ways! I can't count the number of nonprofits he dedicated tirelessly time and financially too as well as serving as a board member most of these Charities were for children, also as he's often blamed for things like chemicals used in Desert Storm, among other things, he obviously did not create make or approve chemicals, had no part of making decisions, approving chemicals and many other details , as its role was to command at the same time taking orders from higher-ups although such an esteemed General he still took orders on many things. Thanks for this wonderful tribute and for sharing! I witnessed , was actually taken back at the level of what I experienced getting to know him, truly most genuine level a truly remarkable generous, loving nurturing spirit truly and one of the kindest human beings II have had the pleasure of knowing.. who loved his family as much or more than any other father, husband I've known he was truly generous and absolutely surprisingly down to earth with a depth that was inspiring. He paid myself and another executive assistant just spend a full time week every week for years, responding, personalizing autographing every Eagle Scout letter, tirelessly supporting as mentioned in several nonprofit boards he was a board member of and gave of like I said tireless too..
Hello Jennifer how're you doing today?
Rest in Peace Sir, and THANK YOU for being the man who saved the World. God Bless!
Outstanding
Rest in Peace, Sir! Served under your leadership shortly before Operation Desert Shield began, and during its first few days.
"This We'll defend" Salute to a General's General. RIP Gen. Schwarzkopf. SSGT. Operation Desert Shield/Storm Oct 1990 to April 1991. 343 medical Det. 124 Arcom. U.S. Army Reserves.