Greenland appears to have forgotten history.
On the very day Vice President JD Vance visited Greenland, President Donald J. Trump released a stirring video tribute—one that connects the past to the present in a powerful call for renewed American strength in the Arctic.
The 90-second video, produced by Securing American Greatness, draws attention to the heroic legacy of U.S. service members who protected Greenland during World War II—a time when freedom was under siege by Nazi Germany.
A Forgotten Sacrifice That Still Shapes U.S. National Security
The video recounts the 1943 sinking of the U.S. Army Transport Dorchester by a German U-boat, an attack that claimed 672 American lives in the freezing waters of the North Atlantic.
Among the fallen were four U.S. Army chaplains—a Methodist minister, a Catholic priest, a Dutch Reformed minister, and a Jewish rabbi—who selflessly gave up their life jackets to save others.
“In the cold silence of the tundra, a bond was born—not from treaties or trade, but from blood and bravery,” the narrator says.
Their sacrifice continues to serve as a beacon of faith, unity, and American courage.
U.S. Leadership in the Arctic: More Important Than Ever
As the global landscape shifts, the Arctic has once again become a critical focus for U.S. military defense and geopolitical strategy.
President Trump’s video warns of growing threats in the region—China’s expansionist ambitions and Russian aggression—posing new challenges to global peace and international security.
“This is not just history—it is destiny,” the narrator declares. “Now is the time to stand together again—for peace, for security, for the future.”
Vance, Hegseth Echo Trump’s Urgency for Arctic Security
Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both amplified the message, sharing the video on social media and reaffirming the administration’s commitment to securing Greenland’s future.
During his visit to Pituffik Space Base, America’s northernmost military post, Vance pointedly criticized Denmark’s failure to safeguard Greenland from rising foreign influence.
“We believe the people of Greenland will choose independence,” Vance said. “And when they do, we’ll be ready to stand beside them.”
Trump: “We’re Not Relying on Denmark—We’re Protecting Freedom”
President Trump reaffirmed his long-standing goal of bringing Greenland into closer partnership with the United States—not for conquest, but for global peace and strategic defense.
“Look at Greenland today,” Trump said. “You’ve got Russian and Chinese ships all over the waterways. We’re not leaving that to Denmark. This is about American strength and world peace.”
Honoring the Four Chaplains Who Embodied American Values
The heroic chaplains—George L. Fox, John P. Washington, Clark V. Poling, and Alexander D. Goode—were posthumously awarded the Purple Heart, the Distinguished Service Cross, and the Four Chaplains’ Medal created by Congress.
Their story isn’t just a tale from the past—it’s a message for our future.
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America stands with Greenland. pic.twitter.com/vEkpFRpGuD
— Pete Hegseth (@PeteHegseth) March 28, 2025
A Call to Action: Protecting Freedom at the Top of the World
President Trump’s video reminds Americans that the fight for freedom knows no boundaries—not even the icy edges of the Arctic Circle.
This is a moment for bold leadership, moral clarity, and unwavering support for American allies.
As global tensions rise, one truth remains: America stands with Greenland—just as we always have.