An unidentified soldier begins a swim test in preparation for an upcoming Jungle Operations Training Course he’ll be attending.
US Army Photo by Specialist Jessica Scott.
**Editor’s Note: I’ve done this once or twice during my career. Each time you do it, the instructors are very sure to remind you to hold that weapon with your arms fully extended away from your body until you fully enter the water. Why is that? Because if you hold it close to your body, chances are that when you hit the water, the impact will drive the weapon into your jaw and bust out a few teeth. No one wants that. Always listen to your instructor. –GDM
Just for fun, here’s some footage from the US Army Special Forces Command of an airborne operation with jumpers purposefully landing in White Lake, North Carolina.
Date: May 14, 2021
Place: Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
An unidentified soldier begins a swim test in preparation for an upcoming Jungle Operations Training Course he’ll be attending.
US Army Photo by Specialist Jessica Scott.
**Editor’s Note: I’ve done this once or twice during my career. Each time you do it, the instructors are very sure to remind you to hold that weapon with your arms fully extended away from your body until you fully enter the water. Why is that? Because if you hold it close to your body, chances are that when you hit the water, the impact will drive the weapon into your jaw and bust out a few teeth. No one wants that. Always listen to your instructor. –GDM
Just for fun, here’s some footage from the US Army Special Forces Command of an airborne operation with jumpers purposefully landing in White Lake, North Carolina.
As someone who’s seen what happens when the truth is distorted, I know how unfair it feels when those who’ve sacrificed the most lose their voice. At SOFREP, our veteran journalists, who once fought for freedom, now fight to bring you unfiltered, real-world intel. But without your support, we risk losing this vital source of truth. By subscribing, you’re not just leveling the playing field—you’re standing with those who’ve already given so much, ensuring they continue to serve by delivering stories that matter. Every subscription means we can hire more veterans and keep their hard-earned knowledge in the fight. Don’t let their voices be silenced. Please consider subscribing now.
One team, one fight,
Brandon Webb former Navy SEAL, Bestselling Author and Editor-in-Chief
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.
PO Box 1077 MURFREESBORO, Tennessee 37133 United States
Scrubba Wash Bag
Our ultra-portable washing machine makes your journey easier. This convenient, pocket-sized travel companion allows you to travel lighter while helping you save money, time and water.
Our roots in shooting sports started off back in 1996 with our founder and CEO, Josh Ungier. His love of airguns took hold of our company from day one and we became the first e-commerce retailer dedicated to airguns, optics, ammo, and accessories. Over the next 25 years, customers turned to us for our unmatched product selection, great advice, education, and continued support of the sport and airgun industry.
COMMENTS
There are on this article.
You must become a subscriber or login to view or post comments on this article.