Sen. John McCain was not known for holding back when he had something to say. And he often surprised colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

Here are some glimpses of his career, preserved on video: 

A Life in the Public Eye: A Look Back at McCain’s Congressional Career

McCain Challenges Defense Nominee on Guns, Veteran Care

McCain: ‘I Have Seen Jeff Flake Stand Up For What He Believes In’

McCain, Kerry Walk Red Carpet at Vietnam Documentary Screening

John McCain Casts His Decisive Vote Against the GOP Health Care Bill

McCain’s Message to the Senate: Ignore the Pundits, Do Good Work

McCain Condemns ‘Loose’ Campaign Talk on Torture

McCain Blasts Inaction on Syrian Refugees

McCain: ‘I Would Be Astonished’ if Obama Vetoed NDAA

McCain to Paul: Learn the Senate Rules

McCain Shares Memories of JFK