Here’s the quote that goes with the above video…
“Haka –sometimes termed a posture dance could also be described as a chant with actions. There are various forms of haka; some with weapons some without, some have set actions others may be ‘free style.’ Haka is used by Māori (indigenous people of New Zealand) for a myriad of reasons; to challenge or express defiance or contempt, to demonstrate approval or appreciation, to encourage or to discourage, to acknowledge feats and achievements, to welcome, to farewell, as an expression of pride, happiness or sorrow. There is almost no inappropriate occasion for haka; it is an outward display of inner thoughts and emotions. Within the context of an occasion it is abundantly clear which emotion is being expressed.”
It’s obvious they are proud of their members that died in combat, and are sending them off one last time. You might need a Kleenex before it’s over…
h/t JP
Fitting for a warrior, thank you for sharing.
Thanks for sharing.
What better way to go out than with a warrior tribute ringing in your ears. I think it is very cool.
eia- Seems like LOTS of folks have been sending this around!
WSF- You’re welcome
CP- True!
Dusty in here.
A fitting tribute
Wow. I just posted a link to that video myself. Its very interesting that they choose that method of expression.
I also found it interesting that part of procession were a pair of soldiers in ghille suits with sniper rifles.
I forwarded this to some friends at work…a colleague who has done several stints in the sandbox and Afghanistan informed me later that it rather caught him unawares and he had to step outside…his unit lost the C-130 firefighting in S Dakota in July.
It is truly a fitting farewell…