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Guy D. McCardle is a sixteen-year veteran of the United States Army and most recently served as a Medical Operations Officer during OIF I and OIF II. He holds a degree in Biology from Washington & Jefferson College and is a graduate of the US Army Academy of Health Sciences. Guy has been a contributing writer to Apple News, Business Insider, International Business Times, and Medical Daily. He has over 8,000 answers and more than 30,000 followers on Quora, where he is a top writer on military topics. McCardle is the Managing Editor of the SOFREP News Team, a collective of military journalists.
In a tale that blurs the lines between fiction and the stark realities of military life, Sergeant Major Jorge E. Garcia finds himself ensnared in a web of illicit deeds that reads like a thriller, yet bears the weighty truth of betrayal within the hallowed grounds of Fort Liberty.
Jim West, a seasoned Green Beret, delivers a masterclass in combatives, showcasing the stunning effects of striking the hypoglossal nerve on SOFREP’s Jack Murphy, offering viewers a unique and practical anatomy lesson within the Team Room.
Join us as we delve into the art of hand to hand combat with Jim ‘Smokey’ West. He not only teaches us how to effectively deflect blows, but also pays homage to Bruce Lee by breaking a board with precision, reminding us that in a real fight, it’s not just about power but also about control.
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s decision to appoint Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi as the new head of Ukraine’s armed forces, replacing General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi amid strategic disagreements, represents a significant and potentially game-changing shift in the nation’s military leadership strategy as it continues to face challenges from Russia’s aggression.
In the gritty reality of street fights, Jim ‘Smokey’ West emphasizes swift, decisive moves—targeting vulnerabilities like the groin—to dominate quickly, underscoring the critical rule of never turning your back, ensuring you keep control of the fight’s outcome.
The search for five Marines missing after a CH-53E Super Stallion crash in California ends in tragedy, marking a somber moment for the “Flying Tigers” Squadron and prompting an ongoing investigation.
If someone’s got you in a double-handed choke, the key is to strike fast, break their grip by attacking the ‘Jimmy,’ and make your escape before they know what hit ’em.
Tucker Carlson’s interview with Vladimir Putin in Moscow not only marks a pivotal moment in political journalism but also serves as a profound diplomatic gesture, reflecting the intricate tapestry of media influence and international relations in shaping the contemporary geopolitical landscape.
In today’s gripping episode of Stand and Fight, Jim ‘Smokey’ West, our seasoned Green Beret combatives expert, unveils empowering techniques for women to counteract a chokehold—revealing the decisive effectiveness of a strategic eye gouge and follow-up strikes in critical self-defense scenarios.
With the practiced grace of a seasoned warrior, Jim “Smokey” West unveils the art of close-quarters battle, teaching us not just how to deflect a blow, but to turn the tide with a swift counterstrike, ensuring that the only thing you’re hitting is your attacker’s pause button.
In a whirlwind of dust, adrenaline, and the echo of half a million rounds, Team SOFREP blazed through the desert, merging the surreal with the steel of SHOT Show, where every trigger pull stitched the fabric of a uniquely American tapestry.
Check out this episode of stand and fight with Jim West to learn what to do when caught off guard. Special guest appearance from the Instagram feed of SOFREP contributor and former New Zealand SAS commando Damian Porter @hownottodieguy.
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FightCamp is an at-home boxing and kickboxing training system built around real technique, structured programming, and measurable performance. Members train with fighters and professional coaches while using connected punch and kick trackers that record volume, speed, and power in every round. The result is training that builds conditioning, skill, discipline, and resilience — all from home, on your schedule.
Barrett is the world leader in long-range, large-caliber, precision rifle design and manufacturing. Barrett products are used by civilians, sport shooters, law enforcement agencies, the United States military, and more than 75 State Department-approved countries around the world.
Hywell is a premium gear brand specializing in heavy-duty Merino wool boot socks for blue-collar professionals and outdoorsmen. Backed by an ironclad 10-Year Warranty.
Praesidus builds rugged, American-assembled watches inspired by historic military timepieces. Designed for accuracy and tested for endurance, each watch is made for outdoor explorers, everyday adventurers, and anyone who needs reliability when it matters.
Essential Provisions Field Fuel® meals [ready-to-eat] & sports nutrition products have been developed with the cleanest, high-quality nutrient and energy-dense ingredients available. Research has shown that the whole food nutrients contained in our products have the ability to help.
Have you ever tried to wear a fleece hoodie in bad weather? We don’t recommend it. That’s why we founded BÆRSkin in 2019 – to create the world’s best outdoor gear that’s just as comfortable at home as it is durable outdoors. “Bad fitting, bulky, and boring” is how we felt about 1000’s of regular fleece hoodies we tested.
If you’re 21 or older and use nicotine or tobacco, charge ahead with Black Buffalo, America’s only credible smokeless tobacco alternative. Black Buffalo dips just like the real thing without the tobacco leaf or stem. Find Black Buffalo in Wawa, Circle K, Sheetz, Love’s, Pilot, Racetrac, and many more retail locations across the United States.
