Yes, thank you for allowing❤ this wonderful and brave ❤❤Marine to share with us. God bless him. From an Army brat whose Daddy fought in two wars I'm so proud of this Marine❤
I got to meet Dakota at an Associated General Contractor’s lunch. The room was kind of quiet, not everyone was familiar with him. He gave his talk and took questions and the room was quiet so I asked if he still greases his own Bobcat. Then he related the story about being on Letterman and got a few more laughs since it was construction related. I brought a poster with first day of issue Marine Corps stamps and asked him to sign it. He’s so humble he signed it really small so as not to cover any of the other pictures even though he belongs shoulder to shoulder with those Marines.
Brings tears to my eyes. I lost my beloved brother several years ago. He was 30+ years in the army. He loved America and his men loved him. There was no room for the many that came to his funeral and big men cried. The Lord guided him through 2 wars. God please touch America and show us Your will.
God was showing off when Medal of Honor Dakota Meyer was made. This young Man is a true Hero. He is on the side of the Angels. Dave's questions were brilliant. Dave I miss you every night. I used to go to bed to watch your show in Australia.
Good to hear you were treated kindly, sir. I was just old enough to have been in the first and last two draft "lotteries" (what a weird term, right?) and never got called, but I was trying in the meantime to sign on to the Navy and Coast Guard, uh....,no way. My oldest brother served in the USS Long Beach and Enterprise in Tonkin Gulf. My only claim to fame is that I wasn't going to claim 'CO', get fitted with braces, etc. nor run away to Canada. Big deal I know. And YES it was a shame the way returning Vets were treated or talked about by those of our own generation. Those were weird and unpleasant times, IMO. All the best.
Thank You For Your Service. LOVE 💖💝💞 TO EVERY Vietnam Veteran, Their Family's And All Who Love Them, THANK YOU For Your Service, Your Youth, Your Innocence, Your LOVE 💖💝💞 We Were Not Worthy Of You. 😪💝
i'm 65 now, served in the USAF cold war, 90th Security Police Group, Security Forces now, name changed in the 90's… SAC I was assigned nuclear weapons Security, stateside,.. not 'safe', but not combat.. men still died in training, plane crashes.. they always do.. So, Semper Fi Marine… my deepest respect, for you and every Marine, service member who did see combat.. Gave everything that was asked.. your example is an inspiration, dedication to saving your brothers.. keeping them alive, whatever the cost.. I never saw combat, but I did see some events happen where choices had to be made.. God Bless you Marine.. so glad you made it home.. Semper Fi.. Regeate ut Defendatis.. our Group motto, React to Defend..
As the niece of a USMC Korea and Vietnam combat vet, thank you for everything you do. My uncle passed away almost a year ago and was buried at Arlington. He's the only family member to serve in the USMC...everyone else was Army or Air Force. My uncle never talked much about his experiences but for me, the USMC will always be the best branch. Sending regards from Kentucky.
He was so stiff when he first walked out, but then he was hilarious in the seat. Chatty and witty, until the 15:00 mark, when it turned really dark. Dave was slick, immediately changing the subject to something positive. Also, when a MoH recipient asks you to have a beer, you say yes, AND you buy the beer.
When he said "we'll leave it at that" Dave knew to steer that convo somewhere else immediately. He truly knows when to stop asking certain questions, and too many people today don't have that ability.
PTSD affects people a lot. The applause noise really got to him. He knew it would bug him but he went on TV because of the scholarships. That took a lot out of him.
@@Gump_Forrest_Gump If you weren't such a damned fine enlisted man I'd recommend you for officer training. Good call on the Hymn playing, I missed that context, but that all makes sense.
You are an amazing young man. My heart goes out to your men who fell that day and all you have to carry from it. Thankyou from the bottom of my heart for you service
Sergeant Dakota Meyer, Sir, You, your Brothers In Arms, those who lived and those whose life's were taken, Thank You For Your Service. Warriors, Heroes, Angels. Healing Light, Prayers and LOVE.
Fitting for Veterans Day. Dave always highlighted Real People, whether his staff, crew, store owners, folks on the street, or guests. He broke down the facade of celebrities and turned them into real people, too. Please share more of these!
I’ve always appreciated Mr. Dave Letterman. His recognition of our military personnel and the care and professionalism he gives makes me proud to be a part of our United States Marine Corps. I salute you Sgt Dakota Meyer for your dedication and professionalism. Semper Fi Marine Brother.
just met him yesterday at wheeler AAF, giving us good speech about how equip yourself with knowledge about getting out of the army, and some good stories. Seems like a good guy.
I was in the Marine Corps 1970-73, but I never saw any kind of action. Now, I'm in my mid-70's, and I can only look with admiration at guys like Sgt Meyer. Despite my uneventful service, I'm still very proud to have served in the Corps, and know that Sgt. Meyer and I wore the same uniform
You did your job and should be proud. I was in army 72-74 and never left states. We served our country and that’s more then most do. Thanks for your service.
Sergeant Meyer sir, you are an inspiration for other men to follow and as a British citizen I would like to thank you for your service sir. You are a hero of mankind and all nations under God.
Recruiter got me the same way. "well you probably aren't good enough to be a Marine, but you can try if you want". And was like "Oh hell no, where do I sign".
And thank you, from the distance, your efforts to help stabilise the world through efforts in coalition with your brothers and sisters in the profession of arms.
Dave has always been a true patriot. Midwestern boy like myself, who puts country over party. Much respect to this soldier and all our other service members for their sacrifice.
Just going to add to previous aspect...thank you being a Medal of Honor Recipient not a winner of the honor of the Medal of Honor. Once again thank for fighting for the freedoms I have today. I didn't have the guts to put my name on that line and you did so, thank you from the bottom of my heart glad you came home safely despite you brothers not...may they rest in peace knowing what they did for this great country!!!! Thoughts and prayers are with all of the fallen!!! And their families!!!
I have watched this a few times and you can not deny how brave he is in every aspect. He should never pay for a Beer again. When you join the military you learn and accept that the world isnt the same anymore.
Dave Letterman can take pride in how he could handle these tough interviews with care and class. And not try to chase sensationalized emotion. He was a pro, and a respectful one at that.
The Medal of Honor is awarded for heroism above and beyond the call of duty ! No one wins Medal of Honor . Your lucky if you were alive to receive the medal is amazing itself . So many medals are awarded postumaously .
Semper Fi or Bravo Zulu Marine, Sergeant Dakota Meyer. Thank you for your Service and Dedication To Country and the Marine Corps, from Western Australia. By the Front Salute- Up--Two--Three--Cut--Stand At Ease--Stand Easy.
Wow Sergeant Dakota Meyer. Thank you for your service and thank you for what you did over there. My dad was a pilot in World War II and I had. Nephew who was in Iraq as well, but my dad’s gone and my nephew is gone. My Dad was in the Army Air Force as a pilot, my nephew In the Army as a sharpshooter.
I can see the sadness in his eyes that he did all he could do but asks himself every night why he could not do more to save his comrades. So often you hear I wish it was me and not them. We hold up as a hero in which he is but in his mind he would have been a hero if he saved all his men. Grant yourself peace that one day you will high five your men and they will say you gave your all. Its ok.
Yeah, Bud, I just finished a 14-hour shift. It's Friday. I need to go home and make dinner but I'm sitting in a grocery store parking lot because I can't stop watching this before.... I go grab some oranges For my little girl.
So much respect for this young man. His story is very much like stories in Vietnam. Like how did they know they were coming, why no air strokes and why did the artillery stop.
Thank you to all the men and women present and past that have served our country❤️ Sergeant Dakota Meyer, his fellow Marines, and any other soldiers that served on that day against the ambush are so brave❤️.
That right there is what a real hero looks like folks.
Sure is! I'm a mom of a United States Marine, never prouder.
As a Navy Veteran, I regard him as a HERO. God Bless us all.
God bless this man and all armed services and I’m glad the audience stood. What a humble person.
Letterman has always given the proper respect to our military. Thank you Dave...and thank you Dakota Meyer for your service!
I was going to write that until I saw that you did. Well put. Deserved respect.
Yes, thank you for allowing❤ this wonderful and brave ❤❤Marine to share with us. God bless him. From an Army brat whose Daddy fought in two wars I'm so proud of this Marine❤
Yes. Dave asks such great questions. His interview with Marine MOH awardee, Kyle Carpenter was humorous and SO respectful.
Dakota almost got married to Sarah Palin's oldest daughter. She's as whacked out as her crazy ass mother!
I can validate. Very true.
I got to meet Dakota at an Associated General Contractor’s lunch. The room was kind of quiet, not everyone was familiar with him. He gave his talk and took questions and the room was quiet so I asked if he still greases his own Bobcat. Then he related the story about being on Letterman and got a few more laughs since it was construction related. I brought a poster with first day of issue Marine Corps stamps and asked him to sign it. He’s so humble he signed it really small so as not to cover any of the other pictures even though he belongs shoulder to shoulder with those Marines.
❤ Oh my Gosh ❤ what a humbled humbled man he is 🙏 I'm proud that he's my brother in Christ 🕊 U can see he is ❤
Dear LAWRD!! This is AWESOME!! Get to "greasing the bobcat"!!!
Nicely done, Jarhead!!
Humble?!?! You should maybe google what the definition of that word is.. it’s not this scram
Well done Marine. if you wonder what combat does to you just look in his eyes.
I respect Letterman for having all the questions pre filtered and known before hand. This wasnt about him it was about country and Sgt Meyer.
God bless you sergeant and thank you Mr. letterman for being a kind and caring man.
Thanks Dave for having an American hero on your show.
What a nice polite, impressive young man
Thank You for your SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
I'm not a American but by the stars.... Thank you for your service sir...Live long and prosper.
Brings tears to my eyes. I lost my beloved brother several years ago. He was 30+ years in the army. He loved America and his men loved him. There was no room for the many that came to his funeral and big men cried. The Lord guided him through 2 wars. God please touch America and show us Your will.
❤
Amen.
AMEN
I noticed all of the audience was standing & applauding 👌👍
They did that for Diddy too
Really? I would have been surprised and shocked if they had _not been_ standing and applauding.
God was showing off when Medal of Honor Dakota Meyer was made.
This young Man is a true Hero.
He is on the side of the Angels.
Dave's questions were brilliant.
Dave I miss you every night. I used to go to bed to watch your show in Australia.
I salute this man....And I said MAN!....He lives about 42 miles from me!
As a Veteran I can say people have always been kind to me. A shame the Vietnam Veterans got treated so bad.
Thank you
Good to hear you were treated kindly, sir. I was just old enough to have been in the first and last two draft "lotteries" (what a weird term, right?) and never got called, but I was trying in the meantime to sign on to the Navy and Coast Guard, uh....,no way. My oldest brother served in the USS Long Beach and Enterprise in Tonkin Gulf. My only claim to fame is that I wasn't going to claim 'CO', get fitted with braces, etc. nor run away to Canada. Big deal I know. And YES it was a shame the way returning Vets were treated or talked about by those of our own generation. Those were weird and unpleasant times, IMO. All the best.
My brother was a Vietnam Veteran and people were so horrible at that time. It was disgraceful to our military!
I will say not all but enough!
Amen my brother. My father figure Evert Ben told me stories that a 15 year old shouldn't have heard about Nam. Some scary stuff my man.
Thank You For Your Service. LOVE 💖💝💞 TO EVERY Vietnam Veteran, Their Family's And All Who Love Them, THANK YOU For Your Service, Your Youth, Your Innocence, Your LOVE 💖💝💞 We Were Not Worthy Of You. 😪💝
I’ve met Dakota Myer. He is a great man and love talking to him. Thank you for the service.
As a combat veteran it is a struggle every day, love each other and realize, we have it good in the United States, many do not.
🌹Never Forget 🌹
Amen , brother
i'm 65 now, served in the USAF cold war, 90th Security Police Group, Security Forces now, name changed in the 90's… SAC I was assigned nuclear weapons Security, stateside,.. not 'safe', but not combat.. men still died in training, plane crashes.. they always do..
So, Semper Fi Marine… my deepest respect, for you and every Marine, service member who did see combat.. Gave everything that was asked..
your example is an inspiration, dedication to saving your brothers.. keeping them alive, whatever the cost..
I never saw combat, but I did see some events happen where choices had to be made..
God Bless you Marine.. so glad you made it home..
Semper Fi.. Regeate ut Defendatis.. our Group motto, React to Defend..
I try to take the time to think about this everyday. Thank you for your service.
As the niece of a USMC Korea and Vietnam combat vet, thank you for everything you do. My uncle passed away almost a year ago and was buried at Arlington. He's the only family member to serve in the USMC...everyone else was Army or Air Force. My uncle never talked much about his experiences but for me, the USMC will always be the best branch. Sending regards from Kentucky.
It's really respectful that they showed the other veterans at the end. Great show.
Those aren't veterans... Those are the members of his squad that died on that day.
He was so stiff when he first walked out, but then he was hilarious in the seat. Chatty and witty, until the 15:00 mark, when it turned really dark. Dave was slick, immediately changing the subject to something positive.
Also, when a MoH recipient asks you to have a beer, you say yes, AND you buy the beer.
When he said "we'll leave it at that" Dave knew to steer that convo somewhere else immediately. He truly knows when to stop asking certain questions, and too many people today don't have that ability.
PTSD affects people a lot. The applause noise really got to him. He knew it would bug him but he went on TV because of the scholarships. That took a lot out of him.
He was honoring the audience by standing attentively.
The hymm was playing a Marine will stand at attention every time.
@@Gump_Forrest_Gump If you weren't such a damned fine enlisted man I'd recommend you for officer training. Good call on the Hymn playing, I missed that context, but that all makes sense.
Thank you Sergeant for your service.
You are an amazing young man. My heart goes out to your men who fell that day and all you have to carry from it. Thankyou from the bottom of my heart for you service
Sergeant Dakota Meyer, Sir, You, your Brothers In Arms, those who lived and those whose life's were taken, Thank You For Your Service. Warriors, Heroes, Angels. Healing Light, Prayers and LOVE.
Wonderful to see such respect from the audience.
Thank you Sergeant Meyer!!
Respect to you Sgt Meyer and yr fellow Marine for yr actions on that day.
May Your Brothers In Arms Forevermore RIP.
Bless you young man we are proud of you
Fitting for Veterans Day. Dave always highlighted Real People, whether his staff, crew, store owners, folks on the street, or guests. He broke down the facade of celebrities and turned them into real people, too. Please share more of these!
I’ve always appreciated Mr. Dave Letterman. His recognition of our military personnel and the care and professionalism he gives makes me proud to be a part of our United States Marine Corps. I salute you Sgt Dakota Meyer for your dedication and professionalism. Semper Fi Marine Brother.
He represents the best of us, thank you for your service, sir.
The very best.
just met him yesterday at wheeler AAF, giving us good speech about how equip yourself with knowledge about getting out of the army, and some good stories. Seems like a good guy.
The man is a hero, no questions asked.
God bless our veterans their true heros in my eyes no words can express my appreciation and the respect I have for them thank u all for ur service
Thanks to all the veterans and their sacrifices,
And thank you David Letterman
I was in the Marine Corps 1970-73, but I never saw any kind of action. Now, I'm in my mid-70's, and I can only look with admiration at guys like Sgt Meyer. Despite my uneventful service, I'm still very proud to have served in the Corps, and know that Sgt. Meyer and I wore the same uniform
You did your job and should be proud. I was in army 72-74 and never left states. We served our country and that’s more then most do. Thanks for your service.
You should be grateful my cousin came back in a pine box as a replacement! You did your duty no shame in that
You served your coun try proudly...respect to you !!
Sergeant Meyer sir, you are an inspiration for other men to follow and as a British citizen I would like to thank you for your service sir. You are a hero of mankind and all nations under God.
Love this guy.
Recruiter got me the same way. "well you probably aren't good enough to be a Marine, but you can try if you want". And was like "Oh hell no, where do I sign".
Thank You Sergeant Dakota Meyer For Your Service To Our Country And Nation
And thank you, from the distance, your efforts to help stabilise the world through efforts in coalition with your brothers and sisters in the profession of arms.
Dave has always been a true patriot. Midwestern boy like myself, who puts country over party. Much respect to this soldier and all our other service members for their sacrifice.
Sgt Dakota Meyer is a United States Marine not a Soldier. Soldiers are the United States Army.
“Greasing the bobcat” sounds like it came straight from a Top Ten List of things that sound dirty but aren’t.
Thank you for your service to our country kind sir!!!
Just going to add to previous aspect...thank you being a Medal of Honor Recipient not a winner of the honor of the Medal of Honor. Once again thank for fighting for the freedoms I have today. I didn't have the guts to put my name on that line and you did so, thank you from the bottom of my heart glad you came home safely despite you brothers not...may they rest in peace knowing what they did for this great country!!!! Thoughts and prayers are with all of the fallen!!! And their families!!!
Happy Veterans Day... Thank you for your service!
Lighthearted banter made this memorable.
It gives me hope to see real live heroes. Thanks for sharing this segment to show us all the best of America so near Veterans Day.
The look on his face said everything. He wasn't thinking of the men he saved, he was thinking about the men he couldn't
I have watched this a few times and you can not deny how brave he is in every aspect. He should never pay for a Beer again. When you join the military you learn and accept that the world isnt the same anymore.
Exactly same.
@@NecroOverour military Should Never Pay For Anything .that's our real military. Great Men And Women ..😊
What a remarkable kind young man ❤
The best of the best. Semper Fi....
Outstanding human being. Huge respect.
So much respect for this American hero 🇺🇸 ✊🏻
Semper FI Sir. Well earned.
God bless you Marine. I’m speechless, thank you
All the praise and medals in the world will never pay for what he had to do to get it.
Dave Letterman can take pride in how he could handle these tough interviews with care and class. And not try to chase sensationalized emotion. He was a pro, and a respectful one at that.
true, and I’d bet money Dave donated to the fundraiser but chose to not do it on air, another classy move
Bless you Sgt Meyer! Keep us all safe. (USAF Vet here)
…We can leave it at that…. Respect SGT Meyer.
You sir, are a credit to your family, your comrades in arms, your uniform, and your country. I salute you sir from your friends up North in Canada.
A true hero
This man never looked down while he sat there proud .
I salute you sir respect to you.
The man is amazing all what his been through , with a very sharp scene of human you got to love him.
The Medal of Honor is awarded for heroism above and beyond the call of duty ! No one wins Medal of Honor . Your lucky if you were alive to receive the medal is amazing itself . So many medals are awarded postumaously .
This HERO is also one of the most calm and FUNNIEST guests ever on the show. Thank you so much for your service and sacrifice Sgt. Meyer...
Thank you Dakota Meyer for your service. Thank you, Mr. Letterman for a superb interview. No one does it better.
Semper Fi or Bravo Zulu Marine, Sergeant Dakota Meyer. Thank you for your Service and Dedication To Country and the Marine Corps, from Western Australia. By the Front Salute- Up--Two--Three--Cut--Stand At Ease--Stand Easy.
Wow Sergeant Dakota Meyer. Thank you for your service and thank you for what you did over there. My dad was a pilot in World War II and I had. Nephew who was in Iraq as well, but my dad’s gone and my nephew is gone. My Dad was in the Army Air Force as a pilot, my nephew In the Army as a sharpshooter.
Sounds like a Marine, humble!
I hope this young man continues to talk and accept help in the many years to come about this action.
That look in Dakota's eyes at 17:08 when he remembers he didn't save them all. You did the bet you could sir.
Insane heroism SALUTE
Medal of Honor recipient...👍👍👍🇺🇲
I’m a Marine also. Feel very proud of this young man
Thank All Of U For Your Service. GOD LOVES OUR MILITARY..AND SO DO WE.. THE PEOPLE..
Thank you for my freedom, Jack from Oregon.
God bless our troops, Veterans Day should be everyday, true heroes 🇺🇸
God bless the Marines!
Semperfi
I can see the sadness in his eyes that he did all he could do but asks himself every night why he could not do more to save his comrades. So often you hear I wish it was me and not them. We hold up as a hero in which he is but in his mind he would have been a hero if he saved all his men. Grant yourself peace that one day you will high five your men and they will say you gave your all. Its ok.
It’s PTSD
Yes I agree. My cousin is a nurse and went on to get her PhD in psychology and now help pir vets with PTSD. We need to do more.
Proud of you fellow Marine. Hand salute, SemperFi
Thank you for your service Devil Dog!
Couldn't NOT watch this all the way through. Awe inspiring.
Yeah, Bud, I just finished a 14-hour shift. It's Friday. I need to go home and make dinner but I'm sitting in a grocery store parking lot because I can't stop watching this before.... I go grab some oranges For my little girl.
Dakota is a nice young man and a true American Hero. You should look up the story of his heroism and why he got the medal of honor.
Thank you for your service, Marine!
Fine young man 😮
So much respect for this young man. His story is very much like stories in Vietnam. Like how did they know they were coming, why no air strokes and why did the artillery stop.
You can tell he’s in and out of his head here. Enjoying the moment and also extremely uncomfortable with the recognition he’s getting.
Thank you to all the men and women present and past that have served our country❤️
Sergeant Dakota Meyer, his fellow Marines, and any other soldiers that served on that day against the ambush are so brave❤️.
He seems like a very nice man.
Love that he lives close to Louisville!
And we'll just leave it at that, and Dave left it at that ❤
The hook was set,I WAS FISHED IN TO AYE,AYE MARINE😊😊
Amazing human being.
My late marine served proudly and die for our USA.God bless our military families and home front we missed you hero
😢 I’m so sorry
I salute Sergeant Dakota Meyer, and everone that serves
Thank you Sir for your service. You are a person the whole country is proud of. YOUR al e o hallrious.
You had me at "greasin the bobcat"
😂😂😂😂😂❤
I am a UK veteran, never fired a shot in anger, I would be proud to shake the hand of Sgt Meyer.
Good man..did a good job…Respect🙏
I greatly respect my military heroes that are brave men well done hero were all proud to know we have men protecting our country and the world ❤😊
One of the Best Interviews ever!!!!
David Letterman was the perfect setup man to this Marine.
Look at his chest look at those medals look at those sergeant stripes look at the Congressional medal honor a true marine,i like this guy a lot!