BAR Combat: Fighting With The Iconic Weapon of WWII | Ernest Mogor

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Ernerst "Ernie" Mogor originally wanted to enlist in the U.S. Navy like his brother, but was denied when he found out he was colorblind. Instead he would join the U.S. Army and begin his training as part of the 76th Infantry Division. Although Mogor originally trained with the M1 Garand, he was designated to carry the Browning Automatic Rifle for his unit, a weapon that he quickly fell in love with.

In early 1945, Mogor along with the 76th would enter combat crossing the Sauer and Moselle Rivers in the vicinity of Echternach, Luxembourg. The river crossing was met with heavy German resistance and give Mogor his first taste of combat.

Mogor would spend 3-months in combat as the Allies broke through the Siegfried Line. While on the banks of the Rhine River a German Sniper shot Mogor. The bullet passed through Mogor's friend before entering his body, both men survived the war.

Interview recorded on May 26, 2024

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Video Credits:
Interviewer - Greg Corombos
Director of Photography - Jon Hambacker
Editor - Daniel Taksas
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americanveteranscenter
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My dad carried the BAR in WWII. He was 6th marines and is pictured in Wikipedia walking through Okinawa. At one of his reunions, every man in his unit told different stories of how my dad saved their life. I didn't know till I was married with children what a hero he was. Thanks to men like this for the freedom we have.

GrannyRachel
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"We did what we had to do and I did what I had to do." Thank you for that.

SavageAirguns
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This channel is gold man these men don’t last forever and their stories are our future legends they were the best generation they stepped up and did what men now wouldn’t dare

sumbody
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"To either take them as prisoner.... or whatever." - 98 years old, almost 80 years after the combat and still hard to discuss.

gregorydahlen
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That's so sad that his friend died on his very first day of combat at just 19 years old 😢😢 It took so much sacrifice to beat such a terrible evil

rickskellig
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If I could give this a 10+ thumbs up, I would.

I am grateful for all US veterans in all branches of service. I am grateful for the people who have stood up and served our country to keep our freedoms and way of life.

krwada
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I'm amazed that this interview was recorded less than a month ago. I'm genuinely so happy that there's still so many veterans willing to share their experience with us, even with them all passing away in the next few years.

exstacc
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Mr. Mogor, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for what you did to liberate Europe from the Nazis. I am forever grateful to you for your service and sacrifice. God bless you sir!

johncurtis
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WOW!! RESPECT!!! 98 years old, , , ?? His mind is still sharp!! Thank you Sir!!

markshaw
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Dear Elder Brother, you are beloved by all of us who followed in your footsteps. We Honor You. We Love You.

FastEddy
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Most combat vets I know refuse to talk about their experiences as they don't want to remember them. Very brave of Ernest to recall his time fighting in the war. I salute him.

benitoloco
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It doesn't feel real that we're about to lose all of the ww2 veterans, hopefully America can figure out that Ameirca is worth the trouble

NemanorTheAlmighty
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Salute to you Sir! From another veteran. I joined the US Army in 1969 because of what you World War 2 men did to win that war.
God bless you all.

glennbrymer
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What a great interview. God bless him. My grandfather passed away in 1995. He had also carried a BAR in Europe. He was in Company G, 109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Infantry Division. He once claimed that he could "mow the grass" with a BAR. He also mentioned that during the Battle of the Bulge when the 28th Division was attacked, that he melted the barrel of his BAR from all of the shooting. He said that his Sergeant told him, "you really did it this time" and had to go find him a replacement BAR.

OkieJay
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My grandfather used a BAR during WW2 in the Pacific. He didn't talk much about it but what he did say it saved his life quite alot

APB
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Looks great for 98, speaks better than most people around. Sharp, articulate, to the point and still remembers the individual growth the war caused him.
Men like these need to speak in schools to harden up the next generation.

HomeMadeBoards
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You can tell this man had no problems using the big BAR. Look at the shirt he’s wearing, and think about the size of the young man who lived in it - monster!

gemleollc
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A real man ! A Hero ! A Gentlemen ! An American ! God bless you Sir .

wayne
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Mr. Mogor,
You are 30 years my senior...having listened to your story, I now have more courage to face the unknown future...I am glad we both speak to God...He delivers...
May God richly bless you sir...until Valhalla...
Warmest regards,
A Navy Vet

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