U.S. Special Forces Fight for Their Lives – The Tongo Tongo Ambush (GRAPHIC COMBAT FOOTAGE)

#USArmy #tongoTongo #GreenBeret In the dark hours of October 4, 2017, a U.S.–Nigerien joint patrol left Tongo Tongo and was ambushed by ISIS-GS militants. What followed was more than an attack — it was a harrowing test of leadership, courage, and sacrifice. These special operators fought through encirclement, chaos, and surprise. Some fell defending their teammates. Others held the line until relief arrived. Their valor earned posthumous Silver Stars, Bronze Stars with Valor, and recognition in congressional hearings. This video tells their story — from the calm moments before contact to the full blast of the ambush — and explores the consequences, the lessons, and the men behind the medals. If their valor deserves to be remembered, help carry their story forward. Watch, like, comment, and share — keep their names alive. 🔗 SOURCES & PRIMARY DOCUMENTS DoD / AFRICOM “Summary of Investigation into the 2017 Ambush in Niger” (PDF) https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/GOVPUB-D-PURL-gpo92174/pdf/GOVPUB-D-PURL-gpo92174.pdf GovInfo Department of Defense Press Briefing Transcript (Cloutier / Waldhauser remarks) https://www.war.gov/News/Transcripts/Transcript/Article/1518332/department-of-defense-press-briefing-on-the-results-of-the-investigation-into-t/ U.S. Department of War Pentagon / DOD Statement on Niger Investigation https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/1517654/statement-by-pentagon-chief-spokesperson-ms-dana-w-white-on-niger-investigation/ U.S. Department of War 🏅 AWARDS & VALOR RECOGNITION Silver Stars were awarded posthumously to Staff Sgt. Dustin Wright and Sgt. La David Johnson for extraordinary heroism in battle. Bronze Stars with Valor were posthumously awarded to Staff Sgt. Bryan Black and Sgt. First Class Jeremiah Johnson. Nigerien partners also received valor awards, including Bronze Stars with Valor and U.S. commendations. 📺 CHAPTERS 00:00 – 01:13 Tongo Tongo Ambush 01:14 – 03:14 ISIS in Africa 03:15 – 05:18 The Quiet Before Contact 05:19 – 08:15 The Ambush Erupts 08:16 - 10:17 Johnson's Last Stand 10:18 – 13:11 Valor Under Fire 13:12 - 16:20 Aftermath 16:21 - 18:26 Rest in Peace @AmericanMilitaryNetwork