Poor dude looked like he was on the edge of crying the whole time. I totally get it. American hero.

"To France, actually, what happened in Paris broke my heart because I was born in France and my heart will always be French. So, I say to you, stay strong, you're in my heart and I love you."

Holy shit. He said when he came to after getting knocked out from the blast, he thought he got hit by an IED so he knew it was probably an ambush and that there would be small arms fire, so he looks for his rifle, and takes his pistol out to try and engage any targets. This man looked death straight in eye and said he was busy. Massive respect for all of those guys.

just looking in his eyes.. you can tell he's seen "things"

may this man find peace. heroes are rare in these dark times.

Stephen conducted a serious interview that gives the proper respect due to this serviceman, and even helped him (and us) smile toward the end with the Korn reference. Great interview!

This man is a highly intelligent US citizen born in France who speaks at least two languages chose an officer career in the US Army and made the choice to save his team at the sacrifice of himself. It could have easily cost him his life, thank the powers at be it was only a leg. Incredibly humble, incredibly loyal, Clearly willing to serve just as much as he ever was. Living legend, true hero, true inspiration I wish the best on him and all his future endeavors his sacrifice and the merit he has shown on the battlefield and in the service will clearly never be forgotten nor should it be.

may this man receive free beers anywhere he goes and may his family have perfect holidays.

As a Canadian, what I know about war from my childhood was from my Grandfather (who fought for Britain in WW2). What i know from him is absolutely nothing, the power of silence coming from a man who was more powerful than anyone I've ever met. Regardless of whatever labels are usually attached to me, as a young person living in social media zeitgesit; It's people like this who make me tear up just thinking of the kind of bravery I could never myself commit. I've always had an avid interest in MOH recipients because they represent the best and bravest our species has to offer. I also consider myself a secularist and advocate of science as a the new social catalyst, I still see our soldiers and our bravest as peers to our genius.

The word hero gets thrown around so much these days. I am truly looking at one

The invisible ninjas are slicing onions again, dammit.

"For France, What happened in Paris broke my heart because I was born in France and my heart will always be french, stay strong, you are in my heart and I love you"

I served almost 23 years in the Army and 4 combat tours and I was severely injured in an IED blast that cost 2 other Soldiers their life. I had survivor guilt and still do to this day, so believe it when I say that if we as warriors could trade places with our fallen brothers we would in a second. He is a true American hero and a warrior in the truest sense of the word! He and others like him should ve honored as often as possible. When I was hurt, we didnt see it coming......this Officer and Soldier made a conscious decision to tackle this suicide bomber knowing full well that it will most likely cost him his life, but he did it anyway, to protect " the boss" and his fellow warriors....that is what sets him apart from Soldiers like me and others.....that is what truely makes him a hero!!! I hope and pray that he and his family live a long and prosperous life filled with nothing but happiness and success.

props to Colbert for dropping the comedy schtick and genuinely honoring this great hero!

Why can't men like this be the celebrities we all look up to? Without them you have no "celebrities" because without them the U.S. wouldn't be the place we know today. Respect to Mr. Groberg

I think that what impresses me most about Captain Groberg is his humility. A brave man who says he would trade places with the men who died. What a fine soldier.

wow the look in his eyes

He spoke as our keynote speaker at our Veteran's Ball. His story is so amazing and he is the most humble human being.

It always amazes me how humble people like him are. Here is a man who nearly died to keep other people safe, and all he wants to do is honor those who were lost and keep doing good. What an amazing person.

You can see the pain in his eyes! What a hero, what a legend!

Idk how anyone can dislike this video. That man is a hero and a hell of a human being. The world needs more people like him.

Rough translation: What happened in France upset me very much, because I was raised in France and my heart will always be French, so I will tell you: Stay strong, you're in my heart, and I love you.

Props to the medic as well. To be still working and "triaging" yourself as a lesser priority with torn PCL and MCL and not picking up your gun when everyone around is shooting deserves respect.

Colbert has shown the perfect balance between humour, timing and intellect in his interview skills. Impressive.

That he was born in France and spoke the language made it even more emotional given recent events.

What an Amazing Young Man, Captain Florent Groberg. His passion, sincerity and his humility, had me choked up through this entire interview. Thanks Stephen Colbert for reminding us that there are still wonderful human beings in this world !

A person who actually deserves all this recognition. Thank you so much for your service brave hero!

Everyone should thank God there are men like this!!!!

This man has true iron courage, far more than I could have ever mustered to be sure. He truly misses his friends, and he means what he says. He would switch himself for them if he could in a second if he could bring them back doing so. His wounds in his heart probably greatly exceed the wounds his body took. I hope one day he finds healing.

He is definitely holding back tears. God Bless this man. Thank you for everything you did.

These are the kind of people who restore my faith in humanity. So much respect for this amazing man

A true soldier and a great French American!

And the wherewithal to ignore the pain after the explosion, chamber a round in his pistol and try to drag himself out of the kill zone. "The only way out of an ambush is to fight your way out of it." (Mattis). Now that is what I call true grit and situational awareness folks.

It's so heartbreaking to watch him speak because you can see him holding back the tears and anxiety throughout the entire interview.

I've always noticed that the true heroes in this world are always incredibly humble.

A true hero!

As an army vet, non combat, over 5 yrs. active duty incl. 30 mos. as a flight operations Sp5 at two chopper bases in W. Germany ending over 50 yrs. ago, it's an honor to see and hear this man of incredible bravery. At over 73 I've had just two very minor operations. May you have a wonderful life , captain.

Beautiful words from a true hero. Thank you sir, from France.

This guy is truly amazing

this country is truly indebted to the military. thank you stephen for featuring our heroes in your show.

This is so amazing to hear, but I can't help but see the pain in his eyes every time he relives this moment. I can feel it when I look at him. It hurts

Nous aussi (les français) on t'aime Flo ! Et on est content de toi et de ce que tu as fait pour l'armée américaine. Tu as rendu le peuple français fier et tu portes haut les couleurs tricolores du drapeau français. Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité !

Thank you, sir. That made me cry. And thank you, Stephen for trying to uplift the atmosphere while staying aware, sensitive, and respectful.

I'm so glad we were able to hear this story from the honorable Captain in person. Thank you for your service sir! Because of you we sleep easy. 🙌🙏

I think Stephen has taken Charlie Rose's advice to heart and little by little is getting better at the skill of interviewing. (I've watched this three times now.)

Dang, we have some really good ones in the US armed forces.

Thank you for your service and sacrifices protecting our great Nation. You are a reminder that freedom is never free. Semper Fidelis. Greetings from Atlantic City New Jersey USA

I'm always amazed that these humble heroes seems more apprehensive about going on TV than doing what they do so EXTREMELY well. God them all of our service heroes

Hes got the mile long stare with tears in his eyes. This hero has seen it all. Hope that one day he finds peace.

Amazing man. I am Canadian but I am very touched by his story and what he said about his comrades that didn't make it. Thank you everyone at the late show for putting this up.

I could live 1000 years and never even be able to sniff the level of courage these wonderful humans have.

Thank you so much for this interview Stephen!!!

Respect.

It's humbling to hear stories like this.

Amazing! Thank you for your service, and thank you Stephen for having a true hero on the show.

Please please never stop having these brave and heroic men and women on your show. They deserve any and all recognition we can provide.

I was in the emergency room that day helping when all those casualties came in.. it was on FOB Fenty in Jalalabad. i can't for sure say i remember him but he certainly looks familiar. if anyone has any insight to his injuries. he looks like the guy that i helped that had a pretty banged up arm. at the time i certainly didn't know this act of heroism took place. it makes me feel good to know that i did my part in helping this dude.

To US Army Captain Florent Groberg, Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

I continue to have more and more respect for Stephen Colbert. He has brought several American Heroes on his show, and each one brings me to brink of tears. I Love, and can see, and feel, the amount of Respect and appreciation, that Mr. Colbert has for these men. It's a beautiful thing.

The look in his eyes during this entire interview are the exact reason that I never joined the service, and why I'm so thankful for those that did.

TRUE AMERICAN HERO - this country is lucky to call him one of ours. Semper fi.

Absolutely Amazing. Thank you for your service. And to Colbert for having people like him on the show.

Mr Colbert, thank you for recognizing our country's finest.

I've been binge watching these interviews and I'm not one to cry often but I've teared up at every interview. Listening to these stories you can really picture what it was like for them. God bless this man and every soldier who puts their life on the line for us. 🇺🇸 Also did he get a purple heart? I didn't see it on his uniform.

Thank you for your service sir.

Glad your made it back sir, and thanks brother

bad ass much love captain.....your earned it

Great man. He has skill+balls+humility. The captain is a credit to our military.

These men bring tears to my eyes every time. USN (ret) 1965-87 💕🕵🏼‍♀️🇺🇸

Mr Colbert you are just an awesome and amazing human being. Thank you for everything you do and everyone you help!

He looks like he's going to cry the whole time, but it's a different kind of look... It screams so many things at once.

I'm not normally a fan of things like this because it feels like the host is often milking the guest for attention (for their show). However Colbert mostly listened and actually made the guest center stage. I'm starting to prefer this guy to most talk show hosts.

This is so emotional. What a real man/hero. 👏👏👏

God bless you Captain. Keep being a good man.

Thank you Stephen, once again you brought on someone who matters. If you and your team fought tooth and nail to retain the integrity of your show the way it is rather than turning it into another shows filled with trivial conversations with Gossip's front page celebrities to attract a larger audience, I bow to you in respect.

This young man exemplifies why America will NEVER be 2nd best.

Incredible young gentleman so much respect earned 👏🏻

This interview made me tear up. This is incredibly heart wrenching.......

did you ever notice this, they're generally very modest and soft spoken and you can tell that they're well liked.

HERO!

What a hero!!! And what a wonderful use of a media platform! Bravo!

Thank you for your SERVICE. 🇨🇦🇺🇸🌍👊🙏💥❤🖖😀

Excellent captain...4th ID....I was 1-22 4th ID alpha company....was wounded in combat May 23 2006.... steadfast and Loyal....deeds not words

What did he say in French? Can someone translate?

Bless this man. Would like to thank all who's served & continues to serve.

What a good fuc*ing guy man.... you know how you can just read people sometimes?? One conversation with them and you just know they're solid thru and thru?? This guy is one of those people.... Genuine, kind, and extremely gracious and humble.... I truly hope he lives a blessed life from here on out.... :))))

“Caitlyn Jenner” is not a hero this man is. Hero should not be wasted

Both these men are patriots.

Thank you so much for all that you live for.

Sir, you are an honorable man. You did this country proud. RIP to your brothers, and bless their families.

I hope I manage to be even half the man Cpt Groberg is.

I honestly cried

Another amazing Man, thank you.....

What a grand example of a human being. Truly inspiring!

You can see the pain in his eyes

This guy can be famous movie star

YEAH MAN! ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY! BEYOND THE CALL! GRATULATIONS MY BROTHER! I WAS AN ENLISTED SOLDIER! YOU WERE A CAPTAIN SIR! YOU TRULY ARE AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN SIR! YOU SIR! ARE WHAT THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IS ALL ABOUT OUR RIGHT OF FREEDOM. THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE! AS ALWAYS! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS TAKE CARE AND STAY SAFE! I REMAIN, WITH WARMEST REGARDS! MOST SINCERELY, MICHAEL! FORMER UNITED STATES ARMY MILITARY POLICE OFFICER!!❤🎉

He's got a real good hearth. We are blessed he is still with us.

Hooah brother.

Frank Castle? is that you?