Ukrainian Soldier leads push against Russian assault - Marine reacts

This is by far one of the best examples of small unit leadership I've seen in modern combat

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[Maarten-Nauta]

Glad you reacted to this. This video should absolutely be an example to all future officers, NCO's (And honestly everyone in a leadership role).

[ivan_minkov]

As a ukrainian I want to thank all the americans for your millitary and humanitarian aid and thank you for showing the horror of war and reacting to such videos. Our path to victory is much easier thanks to you.

[ivanbryk]

Rest in Peace Alexey (Guy with the Gopro) you fought well brother.

[kpw]

I have goosebumps watching this. So brave. It's just an unnecessary conflict and these guys are fighting like lions. Bless you guys

[johnhatt]

That was one of the most squared away NCO or officer I've ever seen. His awareness and decision making as he coordinated his squad was superhuman. He didn't get drawn into any situation or specific fire fight and maintained fluidity of command action even while eliminating targets himself.
Give this guy the highest medal.

[jamesn]

I've watched this previously. This soldier is fearless and has phenomenal positional awareness and strategy. He continuously gives out clear instructions. The outcome speaks for itself

[turannnn]

As a vet, I will admit that Ukrainians are the best infantry out there, real warriors with pure heart. We have a lot to learn from them, especially their courage and willpower. Many people do not understand that withstanding such a huge enemy sounds basically impossible, but they do it no matter the cost. Just imagine what could they do if they had our modern weapons like f-22s or Abrams. Victory will be yours! You are amazing and you deserve it! We will always stand with you! ✊🇺🇸🇺🇦

[mhans]

This is insane. Whoever it is leading the troops is a beast.
Talk about close quarters combat. From the really accurate hit at the mouth of their position to seeing the enemy that close throwing a grenade.
As others have said this guy led by example. He was right there in front engaging targets while also commanding the troops that were with him. God bless the Ukranian Army you all are patriots on the highest level.

[TheJadedWolfLad]

And to think. This could be considered a bit of an average Tuesday for these guys. Hope as many Ukrainians survive as possible.

[dark_wolf]

The legendary commander Da Vinci (Dmytro Ivanovych Kotsyubailo) died on March 7, 2023 in the battles for Bakhmut. He was the commander of Da Vinci's Wolves

[nortons]

Some context: Before the assault, Russians continuously shelled the trenches with heavy artillery, eventually killing 3 Ukrainian soldiers (including Norman). Under the cover of this bombardment, Russians managed to get so close. In the shooting skirmish that followed, Ukrainians had no losses, while Tihiy killed 6 Russians, Vlados - 2 and Yabchanka - 1. The rest of the attackers were killed by Ukrainian mortars and artillery guided by the leader of Honor "Filya" (Sehii Filimonov), who watched the battle from a drone.
P.S. He didn't say "orcs". He used a common military slur for Russians, which is the F-word. Thus, it was "lost" in translation.

[oleksandrvasylenko]

May Oleksii "Tykhyi" Naida rest in peace (19.07.23). To be a warrior is to live forever!

[joaozin]

Yeah this footage is mental, absolutely incredible. Worth pointing out that the video contains footage from two soldiers, Yabchanka and Tihiy, with Tihiy being the leader there.
And you are absolutely right, his leadership in this situation was absolutely stellar, he led by example with that move out of the trench to get a better fighting position on the incoming Russians.

This trench looks very sketchy i have to say, the fact that the Russians were able to get that close to the entrance was pretty horrifying, that fight could have easily gone the other way had one of those grenades that the Russians threw fallen in the right spot. It's incredible to see just how used these soldiers have gotten to artillery landing within a few meters of their position, they sometimes don't even flinch, yet me watching a video in the comfort of my house far far away from Ukraine was almost ducking with every round landing near them.

Thanks for the analysis, very insightful as always.

[conflictcamera]

For those who are curious as to where this occurred:

It's West of Bakhmut at a bend in the last open highway (0506 at Khromove) from Chasiv Yar going to Bakhmut, north of that highway is a large field with interlocking trenches that Ukraine built and the Russians are trying to take.

With the recent Ukrainian counter attack, they were able to push the Orcs out of these trenches and are now heading towards Berkhivka.

Lots of crazy drone footage on these trenches

[bigbruh]

Strong Leadership, he really saved the day.

[sheardy]

My father is fighting as also many of us in a war. I may to say thanks you all who supports us, very appreciative this. Freedom stands!

[flashnfantasy]

What really stands out to me is the battlefield surveillance by drones and this permanent update of the situation to the soldiers in the trenches.
It is not just occasionally, it is an integrated part of the fight. This is something new, and the ukrainians brought this to a new level.

[tonyayala]

I'm also a Marine Corps Vet .. This warrior/ Leader was amazing during this contact!!!.It also helped that his badass brothers had his back and were so professional in doing their job!!!! This video should be Shown at every NCO class from here on out! so we can Honer these Bad A#@ Warrior brother and sisters every day🇺🇸🇺🇦💪

[eddtheducky]

What stuns me. And is equal parts sad, awful and heroic, is how some of these guys had normal lives, families and jobs before the war. They are living a life most of us would only see in history books or on the TV.

[DrummerXXXXX]

The Warrior „Tihiy“, who filmed this video, was killed in a fight today. Rest in Peace🫡🙏🏻