On the first story: This story makes me ashamed of the army that protects us. It's cowardly that the army will not release the names of those ignorant officers who literally sealed the deaths of those who died in that valley. I am sick over this story and wish we had the names of those officers in the public view. They are disgusting and deserve far more than Letters of reprimand. They deserve "court marshal" and public humiliation. I am proud of the young soldier who risked it all to save his buddies. I am proud of his skill, courage and determination. I am again sick that another nominated for the "medal" had his paper work lost. Again it shows how incompetant our military has become.
I'm not ashamed of the Army, and I served in the Corps. Like any other organization there are some members that will drop the ball in a given set of circumstances, and others that will come through splendidly. My impression of the present day US Army is that they are a well trained and competent force - A force to be reckoned with by any enemy of the US Constitution. If the Marine's area commander had thought the Army incompetent in a general way, I doubt any Marines would have been on the mission. The two officers that came up short got cashiered, they paid the price for their malfeasance, it was a judgement call on their part, likely there was not courts martial level offense, it was simply bad judgement and they did pay the price for it.
Personally, I think the Army, overall, is a much better organization than some of the units I fought alongside of in Vietnam, although there were some pretty good units in the 'Nam. Give it break, there are always mistakes in combat, and men die because of them. That's the way it is. My guess, from your spew is that you're some never served civilian. Sit down, shut up, and let the military make corrections where corrections need to be made.
Dakota Meyer is a hero. I hope he reads this comment. He may not have saved the men he was originally after, BUT look at the ones he DID save. He doesn't know what God's plan is, none of us do. There was a reason he saved the ones he did...God has plans for them, and for him. May His peace flow through this young man. He did his best and we thank him for that. God bless and be with you Dakota!
Thanks, 60 Minutes, for a fitting tribute to brave U.S. soldiers.
I was particularly moved by the middle story: the soldiers who went back to Iraq. I hope their trip helped them find closure and a bit of peace of mind.
Thanks for your news report on Honoring our Heros. I have worked alongside military members as a civilian for 32 years - I consider myself part of their support system - right now working overseas alongside sailors in Italy. This was such a heartwarming candid look at our heros and I enjoyed it so much. It brought me to tears.
It seemed a bit off to have Lara Logan doing part of your piece honoring our servicemen. A good old American should have done it, she has no idea about American prode.
For years now, come Memorial Day, 60 Minutes' Andy Rooney would devote his segment to honor and praise his fellow soldiers with whom he served during World War 2. His recollections of his fallen comrades would always be so poignant and moving --- with a deep sense of respect and pride. He would show old photos of his team, reflecting on the ambitions and personalities of those young men whose lives were cut so short by the tragedies of war. As this week's episode on the war in Afghanistan came to an end, I felt a strange sense of loss --- a void, a sense of emptiness --- far beyond that emoted in the three stories presented. I pondered for a moment as to why I had this hollow feeling. Then, it dawned upon me. This year marks the first time that we did not see Mr. Rooney, as he brought the big picture of life's conflicts into focus, with his emotional and touching words of remembrance and praise to those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms. I was hoping that 60 Minutes would rebroadcast one of Mr. Rooney's annual pieces, not only in honor of his personal experiences and those of his buddies --- but, also, of the nation's experiences, which apply just as much to the battles of today as they did to the battles in wars past.
To say that these HUMAN BEINGS aren't allowed to say what they truly feel and that 60 minutes is "wrong" to ask the kind of attitude which will keep us killing each other forever. It's not an attack on the military to allow the people who make up the military to speak honestly. This is America, after all.
These stories have hit me right in the heart. All of these young people are heroes whether they think they are or not. I hope they know that there are those of us who appreciate their sacrifice and hold them in the highest regard. God Bless You!!
Long ago,
I quit on saying of a 'great job' --- to any (likely to be) USMC individual, that be going by. But after a long break in time, I gave it a re-try; again no success.
COMPLETE IGNORANCE, EVERY TIME.
(So when others ask me why I not do it, I say that it's just a waste of my time)
But when I see others do it, they don't get ignored.
Why: 'cause I be of small-profile, American-born. With Euro phyical build.
As the others who success in their thanking -- be the heavier weight. Even if they be foreigners.
Simply put: It be the football-player size (or semi size) that only satisfies the OFF-DUTY military.
Next time, I rather say: 'I PAY MY TAXES FOR YOU.'
Shame on you, David Martin and the producers and editors of this piece, for asking and airing that last question of such a brave young man!! So unconcerned about his feelings and what that question could do to him. This program should apologize for such callous action. I am ashamed for you all.
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Personally, I think the Army, overall, is a much better organization than some of the units I fought alongside of in Vietnam, although there were some pretty good units in the 'Nam. Give it break, there are always mistakes in combat, and men die because of them. That's the way it is. My guess, from your spew is that you're some never served civilian. Sit down, shut up, and let the military make corrections where corrections need to be made.
I was particularly moved by the middle story: the soldiers who went back to Iraq. I hope their trip helped them find closure and a bit of peace of mind.
Those in my environment be the narcissistic San Diego.
"Human Beings" is an outdated creation here.
I classify them here as 'Human Animals.'
Here in nar*i**istic San Diego, Society is classified as 'Human Animals.'
That includes to those in this report.
I quit on saying of a 'great job' --- to any (likely to be) USMC individual, that be going by. But after a long break in time, I gave it a re-try; again no success.
COMPLETE IGNORANCE, EVERY TIME.
(So when others ask me why I not do it, I say that it's just a waste of my time)
But when I see others do it, they don't get ignored.
Why: 'cause I be of small-profile, American-born. With Euro phyical build.
As the others who success in their thanking -- be the heavier weight. Even if they be foreigners.
Simply put:
It be the football-player size (or semi size) that only satisfies the OFF-DUTY military.
Next time, I rather say: 'I PAY MY TAXES FOR YOU.'