Everybody, why must we argue over our leaders. Sure, we didn't vote for him, but he is still our president, and thus, the Commander in Cheif. Besides, he'll most likely be voted out of office in 2012. Let us honor all our veterens and remember those fallen.
I have great respect for SSGT Giunta and for what he did that fateful night in Afghanistan. But Sal is right if he is a hero than everyone who defends this country is a hero as well. His heroic actions, courage, strength in the face of enormous odds speak high volume to his pride for our country! Semper Fi!
@sealwantobe50. You may want to check my profile before you spout off. I'm an active duty MARINE. I'm not a wannabe anything! It's Semper Fidelis by the way. WE protect the rights for civilians to say what they want...this is America! Go's to show, one never knows who is a presumed Civilian and who isn't. Ask next time before you make an ass out of yourself! I have no problems with an American saying it!
@GhettoNerd88 As an officer I think it is more tradition. However, don't get me wrong your service is no less honorable than any officer or enlisted person, we all wear the uniform of this country and we're all willing to give our lives to defend it!
Just FYI the there's nothing that requires the President to Salute, he's the C&C and a Civilian, nothing says Civilians have to salute, if he wanted to give a high five that's the Presidents prerogative, no one's going to say anything, and it's the President choice. In fact if you read, the custom was only started by President Reagan, yes that's right, not too far back, before Reagan, Presidents usually didn't salute.
most of the comments here are disgusting so what if pres. obama hugged the man instead of saluting him? SS Giunta is a hero who fought and bleed for us and did what he believed was right this is about him being rewared for his efforts stop disrespecting him with you idiot remarks
Please realize this is the shit that made Americans strong! Not many people would do what he did. It is easy in a combat unit to just return fire, that's just reflex. But to charge headlong into "A wall of bullets" is extra stupid. But he said fuck it my friends are getting killed and I am going to help them. If we as mere men were to have just a fraction of that our country would not be in this sorry condition. I hope that day of I can at the very least, stand to and follow this one's lead.
@StupidGranny Hey I meant my comment metaphorically shit head. As for war maniac I think not, pro war for the right reasons then yes I am. And securing a future at the expense of others has been the way empires have done business for all of history. So for you and all your tea sipping commie bisexual dicksucks out there keep your mouth around the shaft and out of my earspace. Thank You for you worthless commentary and have a great day.
Shame on President Obama for using this man has a PR Puppet. Obama tells our troops to fight to the death for someone else's country, but he won't fight congress to get the right legislation passed on behalf of the US? Obama is a coward, and while Staff Sgt. Giunta deserves the Medal of Honor, it shouldn't be president Obama that presents it to him.
The "Members of Congress" who were seated in front of Staff Sgt. Giunta's unit members were the living members of the Medal of Honor Society, and as such were seated exactly where they should have been -- in the front of everyone but that day's honoree.
Obama is the biggest disgrace to ever walk on U.S. soil, let alone become President of the United States. He has no idea of the respect, honor, and courage that the military values. The family was seated in the third row. Where was his unit seated? Oh yea, in the back corner of the room. Members of congress being seated in the front row of this ceremony show who the president respects more than the military protecting the country. I hate this president.
Marine, you are mistaken! Fast forward the clip to 6:00 minute mark and you can very clearly see that SSgt Giunta's parents are seated in the front row along with Michelle Obama. Also in the front row on the side are seated the living recipients of the Medal of Honor. Everything is as it should be Marine. Semper Fi
@Streetdisciple27 I didn't know that the motto Always Faithful applied only to one branch of the military, last i checked a latin set of words don't belong to only one branch or one group, it can be applied and spoken to everyone. It may be the marine motto, but applies perfectly to this man receiving this honor, so i believe the term idiot belongs to you and not the poster who said Semper Fidelis
@Doragoon15 hes a soldier u damn moron not a marine. sayin semper fi is an insult to him jackass. Everyone knows the marines say that, dont say that to this medal of honor soldier who is the best in the military.
@Streetdisciple27 IT IS NOT AN INSULT to say SEMPER FI to anyone. Yes, SEMPER FIDELIS is one of the Motto's for my beloved Corps, but to say it's an insult is an insult. As Doragoon15 stated and I'll add, it's not trademarked or patented or signed sealed and delivered just for the Marine Corps. Even to you, I will say...
@rollin92gt no but civilians should not say simper fidelis or simper fortus or anything like that. it is the same as a civilian callin a marine a jarhead, a sailor a squid, a pilot a flyboy, or coast gaurd puddle jumpers-you just don't do it. the right to do such is EARNED, so no it is not an insult but it means relatively nothing coming from you, and because of civilians such as yourself the motto has become somewhat redundant
@Streetdisciple27 Did anyone ever say he was a marine? Putting words in people's mouths is not a very good way to try and make a point. And i believe the term moron applies to you once again because you obviously did not grasp the concept i was conveying. by your logic, if I tell someone to "Live long and prosper" means I am calling them a Vulcan from Star Trek. By saying Semper Fidelis to a soldier does NOT make them a marine or imply you are calling them one. It means Always Faithful.
I am eminently proud of SSG Giunta, he is the very best of the best. But I utterly ashamed of this sham of a "president". Here you see together the VERY BEST America has to offer next to the VERY WORST.
The FIRST American "president" to NEVER SALUTE A MoH RECIPIENT in our country's history.!!!!!
Instead all he gives him a fake sincerity "hug". I am so glad I am retired so I don't have to call this worthless son of a bitch my Commander in Chief.
@thebingage I did a bit of searching and was unable to find citation for your claim that he is not the first. Can you provide some evidence to back your claim up?
Shut the fuck up canabal...that didn't come from the white house u moron. that was from left wing assholes who doesn't want church and government unification!
@eauboi you shut the fuck up you theist bastard. keep supporting your imaginary friend. Whether it came from the white house or not, this is a political meeting, and what the fuck are they doing? PRAYING. Im sure if they prayed to allah you'd have a problem with it. But since theyre bein all christian your ok with it. Regardless, its fuckin wrong you dip shit.
@3rdinfantrygrunt hes accomplished killing tons of people, i dont ever dream of that. In any other instance what he did would be wrong, but killing in the name of peace is not what i call an accomplishment. Regardless, i wasnt talking about him until u pointed it out. I was talking about the fact that their praying. You can keep reading your book of fairy tales you ignorant fool.
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Video: Courage, Valor & Medal Of Honor Newest Medal of Honor recipient to be inducted into Hall of Heroes
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Looks like a swell guy :D
anDrewwDuckiexx 1 week ago
what a hero..daam and so humble...
ivan2095 3 months ago
The soldier holding the medal is like, please don't let me drop this, please don't let me drop this.
osamawife6 4 months ago
Behold the face with the minute 21:55, look when breathing ...
THERE IS NOTHING LIKE THE SATISFACTION OF DUTY MORE THAN SATISFIED!
Greetings from Spain
TheMrRaNk1 5 months ago
Did Obama take the events out of Junger's book? It's practically word for word.
Zimnyification 7 months ago
He said call of duty :D
FilipinoBoYz420 7 months ago
@FilipinoBoYz420 you sir..made me giggly
TheEAIBProductions 7 months ago
Everybody, why must we argue over our leaders. Sure, we didn't vote for him, but he is still our president, and thus, the Commander in Cheif. Besides, he'll most likely be voted out of office in 2012. Let us honor all our veterens and remember those fallen.
CAPace09
CAPace09 8 months ago
And when he gets to heaven
saint peter will tell
one more solider reporting
I've served my time in hell
semper fi
whereswaldo22 8 months ago
I really like this guy too ... good American and great man. Even if he is an Army kid ... Semper Fi.
RASunGod50 9 months ago
every soldier that has been through the horrors of war or died in it should deserve it. what more can usa ask for than your life
islandblood58 10 months ago 2
I have great respect for SSGT Giunta and for what he did that fateful night in Afghanistan. But Sal is right if he is a hero than everyone who defends this country is a hero as well. His heroic actions, courage, strength in the face of enormous odds speak high volume to his pride for our country! Semper Fi!
Jakekellogg1 10 months ago 2
What ever happened to the establishment clause? Why do i hear a prayer.
canabal72994 11 months ago
@sealwantobe50. You may want to check my profile before you spout off. I'm an active duty MARINE. I'm not a wannabe anything! It's Semper Fidelis by the way. WE protect the rights for civilians to say what they want...this is America! Go's to show, one never knows who is a presumed Civilian and who isn't. Ask next time before you make an ass out of yourself! I have no problems with an American saying it!
rollin92gt 1 year ago
I bet that felt like a weight when President Obama put that on him, lol.
chitceti0587 1 year ago
Thank You, For your selfless service, God bless
mikelang15 1 year ago 3
This Motivates me.
bmorg1984 1 year ago
I wonder why I am not allowed to simply hug every commissioned officer I see rather than salute?
GhettoNerd88 1 year ago 17
@GhettoNerd88 As an officer I think it is more tradition. However, don't get me wrong your service is no less honorable than any officer or enlisted person, we all wear the uniform of this country and we're all willing to give our lives to defend it!
Jakekellogg1 1 year ago
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rhynerisdead 11 months ago
Just FYI the there's nothing that requires the President to Salute, he's the C&C and a Civilian, nothing says Civilians have to salute, if he wanted to give a high five that's the Presidents prerogative, no one's going to say anything, and it's the President choice. In fact if you read, the custom was only started by President Reagan, yes that's right, not too far back, before Reagan, Presidents usually didn't salute.
MegaDefuse 1 year ago
most of the comments here are disgusting so what if pres. obama hugged the man instead of saluting him? SS Giunta is a hero who fought and bleed for us and did what he believed was right this is about him being rewared for his efforts stop disrespecting him with you idiot remarks
tom1yum2goong 1 year ago
apparently a hug supercedes a salute during a medal of honor ceremony..
blasphemy. but then again brobama is brobama..
iiamins 1 year ago
Please realize this is the shit that made Americans strong! Not many people would do what he did. It is easy in a combat unit to just return fire, that's just reflex. But to charge headlong into "A wall of bullets" is extra stupid. But he said fuck it my friends are getting killed and I am going to help them. If we as mere men were to have just a fraction of that our country would not be in this sorry condition. I hope that day of I can at the very least, stand to and follow this one's lead.
RahRahRaharu 1 year ago
@RahRahRaharu Best idea is to avoid war and bullets.
StupidGranny 1 year ago
@StupidGranny Pussy.
RahRahRaharu 1 year ago
@RahRahRaharu what are you talking about pussy the day see combat is the day you will understand what he is saying to avoid war and bullets.
Freepepsi42 1 year ago
@RahRahRaharu War maniac....
StupidGranny 1 year ago
@StupidGranny Hey I meant my comment metaphorically shit head. As for war maniac I think not, pro war for the right reasons then yes I am. And securing a future at the expense of others has been the way empires have done business for all of history. So for you and all your tea sipping commie bisexual dicksucks out there keep your mouth around the shaft and out of my earspace. Thank You for you worthless commentary and have a great day.
RahRahRaharu 1 year ago
Shame on President Obama for using this man has a PR Puppet. Obama tells our troops to fight to the death for someone else's country, but he won't fight congress to get the right legislation passed on behalf of the US? Obama is a coward, and while Staff Sgt. Giunta deserves the Medal of Honor, it shouldn't be president Obama that presents it to him.
Garuda1337 1 year ago
WHAT is he (obamacrap) lookin at 22:52 DURING the prayer ???
Sharlyn777 1 year ago
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Richter- and you are still stupid.
mcmcfarland99 1 year ago
If he is humble i bet he is an atheist.. Still, a great man.
richter75 1 year ago
Thanks to Sal Giunta and many others who serve our country, the salute is something that should have been done but ignorance is bliss in the USA!
Asigner4u2 1 year ago
SSgt Giunta's parents are seated in the FIRST row.
The parents introduced by Obama beginning at 10:50 of this video
and who stand (and are in the THIRD row) are the parents of the
two soldiers who died in the fire fight.
ckblv1 1 year ago
Where is the presidential salute from the PRESIDENT to the medal of honor recipient?????????!!!!!!!!!! I guess a hug is better than a salute.
427SCmsg 1 year ago
@427SCmsg yeah indeed.. i was wondering when he would salute.. guess not..
gr4ndhustle 1 year ago
Bunch of you military types sure are crybabies.
PhiUlb 1 year ago
The "Members of Congress" who were seated in front of Staff Sgt. Giunta's unit members were the living members of the Medal of Honor Society, and as such were seated exactly where they should have been -- in the front of everyone but that day's honoree.
TheBigFish057 1 year ago
A salute from the president would have been appropriate.
dawggydaddy 1 year ago
GOOD
hawiokabilo 1 year ago
Obama is the biggest disgrace to ever walk on U.S. soil, let alone become President of the United States. He has no idea of the respect, honor, and courage that the military values. The family was seated in the third row. Where was his unit seated? Oh yea, in the back corner of the room. Members of congress being seated in the front row of this ceremony show who the president respects more than the military protecting the country. I hate this president.
USMC,CPL Griffin RET.
427SCmsg 1 year ago
@427SCmsg
Marine, you are mistaken! Fast forward the clip to 6:00 minute mark and you can very clearly see that SSgt Giunta's parents are seated in the front row along with Michelle Obama. Also in the front row on the side are seated the living recipients of the Medal of Honor. Everything is as it should be Marine. Semper Fi
ckblv1 1 year ago
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Obama - that was one heck of a tight "salute"! Check out his "head held higher than the Almighty" goofiness.
Split Lip = KARMA
I salute you, Staff Sgt. Salvatore Giunta.
Semper Fidelis
groovvvirgo 1 year ago
Obama - that was one heck of a tight "salute"! Check out his "head held higher than the Almighty" goofiness.
Split Lip = KARMA
I salute you, Staff Sgt. Salvatore Giunta.
Semper Fidelis
groovvvirgo 1 year ago
@groovvvirgo semper fidelis is for the marines u fuckin idiot
Streetdisciple27 1 year ago
@Streetdisciple27 I didn't know that the motto Always Faithful applied only to one branch of the military, last i checked a latin set of words don't belong to only one branch or one group, it can be applied and spoken to everyone. It may be the marine motto, but applies perfectly to this man receiving this honor, so i believe the term idiot belongs to you and not the poster who said Semper Fidelis
Doragoon15 1 year ago
@Doragoon15 hes a soldier u damn moron not a marine. sayin semper fi is an insult to him jackass. Everyone knows the marines say that, dont say that to this medal of honor soldier who is the best in the military.
Streetdisciple27 1 year ago
@Streetdisciple27 IT IS NOT AN INSULT to say SEMPER FI to anyone. Yes, SEMPER FIDELIS is one of the Motto's for my beloved Corps, but to say it's an insult is an insult. As Doragoon15 stated and I'll add, it's not trademarked or patented or signed sealed and delivered just for the Marine Corps. Even to you, I will say...
SEMPER FI
SSGT ALLEN
USMC
CLNC
rollin92gt 1 year ago 12
@rollin92gt your just jealous the marines dont got a living medal of honor recipient
Streetdisciple27 1 year ago
@Streetdisciple27 Yeah, that's exactly what I am.
rollin92gt 1 year ago
@rollin92gt no but civilians should not say simper fidelis or simper fortus or anything like that. it is the same as a civilian callin a marine a jarhead, a sailor a squid, a pilot a flyboy, or coast gaurd puddle jumpers-you just don't do it. the right to do such is EARNED, so no it is not an insult but it means relatively nothing coming from you, and because of civilians such as yourself the motto has become somewhat redundant
sealwantobe50 1 year ago
@Streetdisciple27 Did anyone ever say he was a marine? Putting words in people's mouths is not a very good way to try and make a point. And i believe the term moron applies to you once again because you obviously did not grasp the concept i was conveying. by your logic, if I tell someone to "Live long and prosper" means I am calling them a Vulcan from Star Trek. By saying Semper Fidelis to a soldier does NOT make them a marine or imply you are calling them one. It means Always Faithful.
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jeanettRiddlequpi 1 year ago
This was very inspirational to watch.
I'm not American, but that shouldn't matter. These men are amazing and should be bestowed the highest honours possible!
CmanCorporations 1 year ago 3
Why are you guys complaining about this video?
Stop hating on this video please.
This is the highest distinction in the United States. And it's just about a normal guy who did some crazy ass shit and survived!
Who cares if they prayed, pissed, or laughed. This isn't about praying, it's about how awesome this bad ass moofoooker is.
Just leave it at that.
CmanCorporations 1 year ago 4
@CmanCorporations im sure if he killed your family in the name of peace you wouldn't be calling him bad ass.
canabal72994 11 months ago
@canabal72994 Amen, Haha
DARKx85xKNIGHT 1 year ago
I am eminently proud of SSG Giunta, he is the very best of the best. But I utterly ashamed of this sham of a "president". Here you see together the VERY BEST America has to offer next to the VERY WORST.
The FIRST American "president" to NEVER SALUTE A MoH RECIPIENT in our country's history.!!!!!
Instead all he gives him a fake sincerity "hug". I am so glad I am retired so I don't have to call this worthless son of a bitch my Commander in Chief.
3rdinfantrygrunt 1 year ago
@3rdinfantrygrunt
Obama isn't the first President to not salute a MOH recipient. Do some homework before you make an accusation like that.
I am in the Army currently 2/1CD, and refuse to speak politics, but I also refuse slander or libel.
thebingage 1 year ago 2
@thebingage I did a bit of searching and was unable to find citation for your claim that he is not the first. Can you provide some evidence to back your claim up?
justincase80634 1 year ago
my man had glassy eyes but like a good soldier he kept those tears in.
livardo 1 year ago
Shut the fuck up canabal...that didn't come from the white house u moron. that was from left wing assholes who doesn't want church and government unification!
eauboi 1 year ago
@eauboi you shut the fuck up you theist bastard. keep supporting your imaginary friend. Whether it came from the white house or not, this is a political meeting, and what the fuck are they doing? PRAYING. Im sure if they prayed to allah you'd have a problem with it. But since theyre bein all christian your ok with it. Regardless, its fuckin wrong you dip shit.
canabal72994 1 year ago
@eauboi and its funny becasue they all prayed and at the beginning of Obama's speech he says "Welcome to the White House"
canabal72994 11 months ago
A hero for all mankind!
eauboi 1 year ago
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eauboi 1 year ago
What ever happened to NO UNIFICATION OF CHURCH AND STATE. Praying? Oh please..
canabal72994 1 year ago
@canabal72994 go crawl back under your manhole cover you son of a bitch. This brave man has accomplished more that you could ever dream of.
3rdinfantrygrunt 1 year ago
@3rdinfantrygrunt hes accomplished killing tons of people, i dont ever dream of that. In any other instance what he did would be wrong, but killing in the name of peace is not what i call an accomplishment. Regardless, i wasnt talking about him until u pointed it out. I was talking about the fact that their praying. You can keep reading your book of fairy tales you ignorant fool.
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