NAVY SEAL FAMILIES (NSW)

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Comment by rog on September 18, 2012 at 2:03pm

Thanks guys - I will probably pick those up soon! Much appreciated!

Comment by Russell on September 18, 2012 at 7:44am

"The Finishing School" by Dick Couch/2004 added info that I hadn't previously seen in the other SEAL/BUDs related books I've read. "American Sniper" was a good read, and likely of interest to any of the guys wanting to pursue that path. Our guys are going to be going out into harms way - hopefully the White House, media, and Hollywood won't give away Classified Information.

 

Comment by JDad on September 17, 2012 at 11:40pm

Rog:  Pick up a copy of Dick Couch's book Warrior Elite; it's a bit dated (it's based on BUD/S circa 2001/2002) but still a fine read. . . .

JDad

Comment by rog on September 17, 2012 at 2:24pm

Over the last year, I've read a number of books by former SEALs. I've read both of Marcus Luttrell's books (Lone Survivor and Service), I've read "Heart and Fist" by Eric Grietens. Today I just finished reading, "SEAL of God" by Chad Williams. This latest one, was by far the best picture of what happens at BUD/S and Hell Week. He went a little into the missions post team, and didn't cover much at all of SQT. But a great read. (started it yesterday and finished this morning - reading to the whole family)

I know the SEAL Team members generally don't like the guys writing books, calling them SEAL Fiction, but some of the details are worth hearing as you ponder your son in BUD/S. His was class 254 - so later than the Discovery Videos.

Comment by JDad on September 16, 2012 at 6:26pm

Steve:  see below, from National Journal: 

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton for the first time released the names of two Americans killed in the attack on the U.S. Embassy compound in Libya, recognizing military veterans Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty, who died helping to protect their colleagues.

The State Department had not previously announced the names of security officers Woods and Doherty, who died in the attack in Benghazi that also took the lives of U.S. Ambassador to Libya Chris Stevens and Foreign Service Officer Sean Smith, because it was still making next-of-kin notifications. Armed militants raided the embassy compound on Tuesday night amid protests apparently related related to an American film posted online that many Muslims have found offensive.

"Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest gratitude are with their families and friends," Clinton said in a statement on Thursday night. "Our embassies could not carry on our critical work around the world without the service and sacrifice of brave people like Tyrone and Glen."

Clinton said Woods served as a Navy SEAL for more than two decades, serving multiple tours in Afghanistan, and had protected American diplomatic personnel in Central Asia and the Middle East since 2010. Doherty, also a former Navy SEAL and paramedic, had protected Americans in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other countries. (emphasis added by JDad)

JDad

 

Comment by Steve on September 16, 2012 at 6:09pm

I heard that two SEALS were among the dead in Lybia? Is this true?

Comment by Russell on September 7, 2012 at 6:56am

We also spent last week hangin out on the beach and pokin around Orange Ave.  A lot of interesting folks,  - the barber shop, hardware store, and the smaller shops.  Many have been there 20-25 years, and have some great stories to tell. Touring the Midway was a treat - my first time on a carrier.

  Our guy was glad to be moving forward to new challanges, and being done with the Phases. Hearing bits of what they've done, and what may be in front of them reminds us that "The only easy day was yesterday."  Couldn't be prouder of our guy, and all of these young men that have chosen this path.  And to all of the instructors & staff out there - Thank you for what you do!

HooYah  294!!!!

 

Comment by Jim on September 6, 2012 at 8:30pm

Another Big HooYah to 294.  We were very fortunate to spend the Labor Day weekend with our guy and met a few of his class mates at random locations.  Could not be any more proud than we are. 

For those coming along - he did share it was wonderful being through BUDs and that the instructors were actually treating them like they were human and taking an interest in them personally.  He said, "it is the best reward".  Be strong those still making their way through and constantly offer prayers and encouragement as they work the seemingly impossible phases.  (He did say "Phase 3 was definately the hardest and Phase 1 seems like childs play now"). 

Tourist suggestion - You HAVE to go by BUCKs Tee Shirt on Orange st were they have >20 years of memorabilia.

Oh - and be aware the instructors are watching our comments for OPSEC violations.

Comment by Russell on September 6, 2012 at 3:10pm

Big HooYah to 294.  Moving on.  Hoping they all stay healthy!!!

"We will either find a way, or make one"  Hannibal circa: 200AD

Comment by Jerry M on August 16, 2012 at 6:35pm

Two of our Team Guys fell today. Let's all say a prayer for our SEALs, and all our American forces in harm's way.

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