Senior Chief Edward C. Byers Jr. is inducted into the Hall of Heroes.

I would please ask that all negative comments and political opinions be kept out of this very patriotic video. Senior Chief Byers, on behalf of my entire family and friends I wish to thank you for your bravery, courage, valor and valiant fighting spirit as you have helped to ensure the safety and security of Americans everywhere. Please know sir that the sacrifices of your team will not soon be forgotten by me, my family and friends or our country, Americans everywhere stand with you and your family as you move forward with your lives, and we stand ready to help you in any way we can, best of luck to you and your family in all your future endeavors and once again thank you so much for your service to our great nation!

The world needs more men like this

Proud to have served with (then HN) Byers in 2000.  We were the 2 most junior Corpsmen who earned our ESWS during the deployment.  Proud of you man! Peace to you and yours.

I'm german, but i also don't understand why someone downvote this video! I would be very happy if our soldiers would be honored in a similar way! I wish all the best for the soldiers and their families of our Allied Forces in the US!!!

My dad retired as a Senior Chief. Nothing but respect, Sir!

Beautiful family and a great man. You can see how much his wife loves him with her unending grip, and his daughter when she smiles as he calls her name in his speech. And what a brave and courageous man, incredible.

One of the best speeches I have ever heard. Humble, strong and focused. Thank you Snr Chief Byers.

Is it just me or does this young man look every inch the part.? Healthy, very handsome, with a strong and capable look about him , his bearing and physical presence is everything one would envisage of such a Warrior. Just looking at him you can feel his inner power.

what a humble, poised, unostentious man. What a beautiful family. Hannah is so lovely. God bless all our servicemen and women.

Thank you for your service, brother. I remember a quote, " Where do we get such men?" To those who gave all, you will never be forgotten. Army, Nam 67 & 68.

Senior Chief Edward C. Byers Jr.Belated Congratulations ! Proud of You Navy Seal. I'm an Air Force Veteran from a Navy Family. You have a beautiful family. I watched the whole Induction Ceremony. It was beautiful.

Seals are so bad ass. I was a Sea Bee in the 80's and remember one guy from boot camp who wanted to be a seal. While we smoked, talked and lounged this guy was doing push ups and upside down sit ups. I don't know if he ever made it but I served with many at Port Hueneme and they are the finest of what this Country has to offer.

Thank you to the Department of Defense and to the Department of the Navy for putting this solemn ceremony on YouTube. Prior to tonight, I have never seen the induction of anyone into the Hall of Heroes. I am most thankful to have been able to watch this video this evening. Senior Chief Byers' humbleness and his gift of oral communications and his compassion for his fellow team members and for his country came to me at a most appropriate time. Thank you to Senior Chief Byers' wife and daughter, to his parents, to his in-laws and to his brother. As a former Navy junior, as a lover of Navy history, I strongly believe in the value to the team of the strong family many of our service members have. Senior Chief Byers is the personification of "in the highest tradition of the Naval Service." Thank you to the Senior (now Master Chief) and to his family. And to our beloved United States Navy.

The Senior Chief was also awarded the Navy Cross and 5 - that's right 5 - Bronze Stars with Combat Valor pin. He represents what it means when people say "warrior." Next time you hear some idiot athlete use that term when talking about whatever sportsball they are playing - remember what this man and others like him have done for our country. That hostage is alive today and enjoying the rest of his life because of this man and the team that were there to rescue him. Much respect from a former Marine.

I also would like to thank Chief Byers for what he's done for our countrymen . I'm also glad that he gave his family recognition. Our families never get any medals or sometimes even mentioned in the comments. My family kept our family as a place I knew I could come home to and rest . They allowed me to focus on the mission and not have to worry about if everything was going to be OK. My wife was my rock. She passed away 2 years before I retired. She loved the military life . I've met alot of SEALS , I flew with JSOC on a EC130 that supported there mission . I've never met a more dedicated bunch of people who was focused on the mission. Willingly ready to lay down there life for you or me if need be.

You are a great man, Senior chief Byers. As a US army veteran, I salute you and the other medal of honor winners (dead & alive). I am proud to watch these type of ceremonies.

Senor Chief, what is left to say? Thank you. Your wife and daughter are blessed to have you in their lives and vice versa. I, like many people am struggling. Two of my three children have addiction issues, my best friend's son was just diagnosed with Schizophrenia, and a very, very holy woman I know just lost her second daughter to an overdose. This life is hard. Men like you, particularly with your dedication to St. Michael, bring HOPE to my heart when I need it most. Thank you for your DEEDS. In His love, Sean

I can't believe some of these comments on here about his wife being Asian .....omg ... they are a beautiful family!! He seems very happy☺️

It is overwhelming to witness this and to learn about extremely brave feats being accomplished by navy Seal Operatives. Kudos to all SF in US and India too.

Senior Chief Byers God bless you, your team, and family ! To those evil people who wrote such nasty comments you are not worth a comment. The utmost respect to all Navy Seals who answer the call of our country. Cheryl