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Operating the Mark 19. Get Some. Image Credit: US Army

SOFREP TV: Army Staff Sgt Demonstrates Proper Procedures of Operating Mark 19 Grenade Launcher

The Mark 19 has been a breakthrough for U.S. troops, delivering massive firepower from a safe distance, whether it’s defending convoys or breaking through enemy defenses in urban combat.

Featured Sep 15

Gearing up for qualification: Soldiers review the M2 .50 cal machine gun. (Capt. Christina Winters/Facebook)

Fort McCoy Hosts Massive Army Reserve Training Exercise, Enhancing Warfighter Skills

Army Reserves at Fort McCoy participated in the challenging WAREX 87-24-02, enhancing their combat readiness through intensive scenarios.

Army Jul 23

Chinese soldiers depart an aircraft in Belarus. Photo Credit: Ukrayinska Pravda

China Lands Soldiers and Supplies in Belarus: Expanding its Footprint and Presence in NATO’s Backyard

In a bold display of power projection, China’s counterterrorism exercise with Belarus near the Polish border underscores Beijing’s ability to swiftly mobilize and sustain military operations right in NATO’s backyard.

News Jul 13

German Bundeswehr soldiers and Mauritanian troops conduct a dismounted patrol training scenario during Flintlock 2020. (Image source: DVIDS)

Germany’s Bundeswehr Grapples with Recruiting Woes Amidst Overhaul

Global militaries face recruitment challenges, including the formidable German Bundeswehr, struggle to attract and retain new talent.

Europe May 04

Heat injury prevention in the Army (Image source: DVIDS)

Heatstroke No More? Army Develops Wearable “Heat Shield” for Troops

The US Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine recently unveiled a potentially life-saving innovation, the Heat Injury Prevention System, our boys may soon benefit.

Army Mar 07

Demi Moore undergoes SEAL training in the fictional 1997 movie, GI Jane. Image credit: The US Sun

Inside the Team Room: Green Berets – The Guys Talk about Women in Special Operations

In today’s discussion, our Green Berets delve into the complex issue of women in special operations, emphasizing the critical importance of capability over gender, as highlighted by a tragic incident involving an SF officer’s wife during a parachute jump.

Team Room Jan 19

That's "Wilson" of "Castaway" fame, there to the right of the hand. In real life, Charlie was sans volleyball. Screenshot from the film Castaway.

Inside the Team Room: Navy SEAL Snipers – Charlie Melton Explains How He Lost a $3.5 Million SEAL Delivery Vehicle

In a gripping tale of youthful mishap, Charlie Melton, a new SEAL at just 19, found himself alone in the abyss with only a chem light for company, facing the daunting reality of losing a $3.5 million SEAL Delivery Vehicle to the ocean’s depths.

Team Room Jan 06

Inside the Team Room: Navy SEAL Snipers – Marcus Luttrell, the ‘Dead Ice Plant Sasquatch’

Chuckling over Rad’s infamous beard and its social media fame, we dive deep into the rigorous world of SEAL Sniper School, where even legends like Marcus Luttrell face their limits, and a plant-stuffed ‘Sasquatch’ sighting is just part of the learning curve.

SOF Jan 04

Drago (far left) is shown here with Polish GROM operators in Iraq in 2003.

Inside the Team Room: Former SEAL Mike Ritland Discusses the International Brotherhood of Special Operations Forces

In this episode, former Navy SEAL Mike Ritland delves into the “bro nod” of respect among special operators, while Drago recounts his unique English and safety training adventures with the Polish GROM.

Team Room Dec 28

A portable hurricane. Image Credit: DVIDS

Inside the Team Room: Former Navy SEAL Mike Ritland Discusses How He Unsuccessfully Tried to Avoid Initiation Hazing

In the gritty echo of the Team Room, Mike Ritland’s evasion tactics and Shane Hiatt’s hose fiasco mingle with Drago’s boisterous chuckles, painting a vivid, unapologetic portrait of SEAL life far from the unseeing eyes of the world.

Entertainment Dec 23

Recollections of becoming a warrior from are in his 2017 book as well.

Inside the Team Room: Brandon Webb Explains How He Overcame Being ‘That Guy’ at BUD/S

In this episode, Brandon recounts his challenging yet rewarding journey through BUD/S, where despite being ‘that guy’ who struggled and lagged behind, he persevered and ultimately found his stride during Hell Week, earning the respect of his peers through sheer determination and grit.”

Entertainment Dec 18

Marines from Company D, 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion are shown here in an Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) during a training exercise at Twentynine Palms, California. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons

One Marine Dead, Fourteen Injured in Rollover Incident at Camp Pendleton

In the aftermath of the tragic ACV rollover at Camp Pendleton, the Marine Corps community mourns a lost comrade and unites in support of the fourteen injured, reminding us of the unpredictable risks faced even in routine training.

News Dec 14

Mud and machinery. German made self propelled howitzers in Lithuania during NATO exercise Ramming Bull

Pic of the Day: German Self Propelled Howitzers in Pabradė Lithuania During Exercise Ramming Bull

Exercise Ramming Bull, led by Germany and involving NATO allies, was a pivotal live-fire exercise in Lithuania, enhancing interoperability and readiness through rigorous training with tanks, artillery, and multinational troops.

The Pic of the Day Dec 14

Cue the music: "We didn't start the fire...". Oops, sorry, turns out we did. Original illustration of Korea burning by SOFREP

The Time My Special Forces Team Accidentally Burned Down a Korean Forest (Part 2)

And there we were, a bunch of Green Berets, huddled around a makeshift breakfast table, swapping stories and jokes with a wounded Korean soldier, finding humor and camaraderie amidst the chaos of our unexpected adventure in the ROK.

Entertainment Dec 11

CSM James Nelson Sudderth, another Delta brother gone too soon.

Hand Picked: Delta Force’s James Nelson Sudderth – Conan the Barbarian

James Nelson Sudderth, with his characteristic knife-hand to the chest, didn’t just advise, he commanded with a conviction that propelled me out of my self-doubt and straight into the heart of Delta Force.

Featured Dec 08

Sometimes victory smells like wood smoke and tastes like Johnny Walker. Original Image by SOFREP

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Final): Long Walker

After a grueling trek and mental ordeal, I sat by the campfire, savoring a hard-earned respite with ‘Long Walker,’ reflecting on the profound realization that sometimes, letting go is the key to achieving what you truly seek.

Entertainment Nov 28

Welcome to Mozark Mountain. Going up! Image Credit: Peakbagger.com

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 8): Fighting Mountain Laurel

Pushing through the relentless mountain laurel, with every muscle screaming and my mind focused solely on the upward climb, I reminded myself that at the top of this grueling ascent lay the sweet, hard-earned paradise of accomplishment.

War Stories Nov 22

A determined Geo has his eyes on the prize. Original illustration by SOFREP.

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 7): The Long Walk

In the relentless downpour, clutching my rifle like a lifeline, I trudged through the tangled, muddy terrain, each step a test of endurance and a battle against nature’s unforgiving elements.

Military Nov 21

Almost Heaven...almost. Original illustration by SOFREP.

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 6): Work Will Set You Free

In this surreal blend of military rigor and whimsical escapades, I navigated the twilight zone of training, melding the harshness of survival with the absurdity of dream-like encounters, culminating in a rustic, communal respite under the stars.

War Stories Nov 20

Miles from anything remotely pleasant. Original illustration by SOFREP.

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 5) : Wet Boots, Snow and Pain

Immerse yourself in this vivid narrative where one can’t help but be drawn into a world where each page turns not just with words, but with the pulse of adventure and the rhythm of discovery.

Entertainment Nov 19

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SOFREP TV: Army Staff Sgt Demonstrates Proper Procedures of Operating Mark 19 Grenade Launcher

Fort McCoy Hosts Massive Army Reserve Training Exercise, Enhancing Warfighter Skills

China Lands Soldiers and Supplies in Belarus: Expanding its Footprint and Presence in NATO’s Backyard

Germany’s Bundeswehr Grapples with Recruiting Woes Amidst Overhaul

Heatstroke No More? Army Develops Wearable “Heat Shield” for Troops

Inside the Team Room: Green Berets – The Guys Talk about Women in Special Operations

Inside the Team Room: Navy SEAL Snipers – Charlie Melton Explains How He Lost a $3.5 Million SEAL Delivery Vehicle

Inside the Team Room: Navy SEAL Snipers – Marcus Luttrell, the ‘Dead Ice Plant Sasquatch’

Inside the Team Room: Former SEAL Mike Ritland Discusses the International Brotherhood of Special Operations Forces

Inside the Team Room: Former Navy SEAL Mike Ritland Discusses How He Unsuccessfully Tried to Avoid Initiation Hazing

Inside the Team Room: Brandon Webb Explains How He Overcame Being ‘That Guy’ at BUD/S

One Marine Dead, Fourteen Injured in Rollover Incident at Camp Pendleton

Pic of the Day: German Self Propelled Howitzers in Pabradė Lithuania During Exercise Ramming Bull

The Time My Special Forces Team Accidentally Burned Down a Korean Forest (Part 2)

Hand Picked: Delta Force’s James Nelson Sudderth – Conan the Barbarian

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Final): Long Walker

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 8): Fighting Mountain Laurel

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 7): The Long Walk

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 6): Work Will Set You Free

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 5) : Wet Boots, Snow and Pain

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SOFREP TV: Army Staff Sgt Demonstrates Proper Procedures of Operating Mark 19 Grenade Launcher

Fort McCoy Hosts Massive Army Reserve Training Exercise, Enhancing Warfighter Skills

China Lands Soldiers and Supplies in Belarus: Expanding its Footprint and Presence in NATO’s Backyard

Germany’s Bundeswehr Grapples with Recruiting Woes Amidst Overhaul

Heatstroke No More? Army Develops Wearable “Heat Shield” for Troops

Inside the Team Room: Green Berets – The Guys Talk about Women in Special Operations

Inside the Team Room: Navy SEAL Snipers – Charlie Melton Explains How He Lost a $3.5 Million SEAL Delivery Vehicle

Inside the Team Room: Navy SEAL Snipers – Marcus Luttrell, the ‘Dead Ice Plant Sasquatch’

Inside the Team Room: Former SEAL Mike Ritland Discusses the International Brotherhood of Special Operations Forces

Inside the Team Room: Former Navy SEAL Mike Ritland Discusses How He Unsuccessfully Tried to Avoid Initiation Hazing

Inside the Team Room: Brandon Webb Explains How He Overcame Being ‘That Guy’ at BUD/S

One Marine Dead, Fourteen Injured in Rollover Incident at Camp Pendleton

Pic of the Day: German Self Propelled Howitzers in Pabradė Lithuania During Exercise Ramming Bull

The Time My Special Forces Team Accidentally Burned Down a Korean Forest (Part 2)

Hand Picked: Delta Force’s James Nelson Sudderth – Conan the Barbarian

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Final): Long Walker

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 8): Fighting Mountain Laurel

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 7): The Long Walk

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 6): Work Will Set You Free

Geo Hand’s Guide to Surviving Delta Force Selection and Assessment (Part 5) : Wet Boots, Snow and Pain

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