Special Forces: "It Was a Good Run K!ll!ng a Bunch of Bad Guys" | Peak Points

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Chapters & Sections (48)

0:08 Deployment to Afghanistan and Reflections on Military Life chapter
4:09 Reactions to the 9/11 Attacks and Decision to Rejoin Military chapter 4
4:09 Initial Emotions and Desire for Revenge
4:40 Feeling of Powerlessness and Unique Position to Make a Difference
5:11 Joining the Army for Vengeance and Biological Instincts
6:15 Returning to Military Service and Overcoming Obstacles
8:21 Commanding Afghan Commandos chapter 3
8:21 Initial Situation and Responsibilities
9:24 Living Conditions and Support
10:30 Training and Capability Assessment
12:36 Initial Deployment and Link-up with Afghan Elders chapter 2
12:36 Arrival in the Wild West and Immediate Deployment
13:09 Movement to Contact and Initial Activities
13:42 Building Rapport and Training Afghan Forces chapter 4
13:42 Training and Vetting Afghan Forces
14:14 Story of Rob Miller and the Medal of Honor
15:15 Impressions of Afghan Forces and Their Capabilities
16:19 Exploiting a Nonprofit Program for Equipment and Supplies
16:49 Deployment and Education chapter 6
16:49 Returning from Deployment and Pursuing Education
17:20 Description of Special Forces Advanced Target Reconnaissance and Interdiction School (Spartic)
17:52 Background in CQB and Basic Training
18:22 Lack of Knowledge about CQB before Spartic
18:53 Deployment and Utilization of Skills
19:56 Recommendation to SI and Deployment to Afghanistan
20:56 Personal Experience and Reflection chapter 6
20:56 Losses in the Company and Small World Connection
20:58 Redeployment to Iraq for Counterterrorism Mission
21:27 Counterterrorism Missions with SEALs
21:59 Initial Impressions of Working with SEALs
22:30 Cross-Training and Mutual Respect
24:07 Conclusion and Next Assignment
24:39 Military Career and Special Operations chapter 4
24:39 Early Military Experience and Specialization
25:12 Leadership Roles and Operations
25:43 Building a Special Reconnaissance Unit in Africa
26:13 Counterterrorism Efforts and Benghazi
29:19 Deployment to Libya and Frustration with Mission chapter 4
29:19 Establishing a Program in Libya and Initial Frustration
30:21 Frustration with Mission and Decision to Leave the Military
31:55 Recruitment by CIA and Disappointment with Job Opportunities
32:57 Transition to National Guard and Preparing for Unknown Scenarios
33:28 Personal Defense and Firearms chapter 5
33:28 Choosing a Firearm for Personal Defense
34:30 Recommendations for Conceal Carry Pistols
35:35 Prioritizing Medical Training and Equipment
36:07 Importance of Carrying a Tourniquet
37:09 Carrying Equipment and Everyday Carry Bags

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