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Former USAF CCT, Basic Training Honor Grad. Not necessarily in that order.

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Former Green Beret pitches correlation between Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS) success and the NFL

Retired Army Special Forces Lt. Col. Brian Decker used to run SFAS. Now he pitches his refined ability to predict success to NFL general managers and head coaches. Decker revamped SFAS and lowered the attrition rate by 30%. He sees a direct correlation between his ability to predict success in the military and to spot the mentally strong among the NFL rookies. After all, we've … [Read more...] about Former Green Beret pitches correlation between Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS) success and the NFL

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South China Sea: Satellite photos show weapons on Chinese islands

After previously committing to stop building up its military presence in the Spratly Islands, an US think tank has analyzed satellite images of a Chinese installation in the South China Sea and determined the Chinese have put in anti-aircraft guns on at least one of their artificial islands. Often a forgotten-about issue with everything else going on in the world today, the … [Read more...] about South China Sea: Satellite photos show weapons on Chinese islands

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F-22s to be stationed in Australia amid South China Sea unrest

In 2017, the United States will begin moving F-22s to northern Australia in an overt show of force to all of Asia. Amid rising tensions in the South China Sea over control of the Spratly Islands, the F-22 presence in the region is a bold statement. Additionally, Admiral Harry Harris, Commander of the US Pacific Command, stated during a visit to Sydney that he would like to see … [Read more...] about F-22s to be stationed in Australia amid South China Sea unrest

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Wisconsin recount results effectively seal Trump victory, again

After Green Party candidate Jill Stein requested an official recount in Wisconsin, officials there have reaffirmed President-elect Donald Trump's victory with one small change: they added 131 votes to his total.  According to the LA Times: Donald Trump slightly widened his lead over Hillary Clinton in a recount of Wisconsin’s presidential contest, leaving him more than 22,000 … [Read more...] about Wisconsin recount results effectively seal Trump victory, again

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Trial begins in Indonesia for Christian governor accused of Koran blasphemy

In Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim nation, the first non-Muslim governor in over 50 years is set to stand trial for blasphemy of the Koran. The incident in question stemmed from Basuki Tjahaja Purnama (a Christian, also popularly known by his Chinese name,  "Ahok") attempting to explain to a group of voters that some Islamic opponents were deceiving voters by improperly … [Read more...] about Trial begins in Indonesia for Christian governor accused of Koran blasphemy

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NYC Ground Zero: ‘Horse Soldiers’ statue finds final overwatch position

15 years ago America was attacked on our own soil. In the immediate aftermath of the attacks, New York first responders went above and beyond to rescue and care for the thousands affected by the terrible tragedy. Also on that day, vengeance was beginning to be set into motion. Removed from the settling dust and eery stillness of the ruins of the World Trade Center buildings, … [Read more...] about NYC Ground Zero: ‘Horse Soldiers’ statue finds final overwatch position

by · · Military History

Special ops rescue attempt for hostages in Afghanistan comes up empty

Word has leaked that U.S. special operators got the green light to rescue two American university professors. Apparently, after a firefight that left seven enemy fighters dead, the hostages weren't found. Finding hostages in a foreign country is no easy task. Our team was tasked with a couple of short-notice missions much like this, and although killing bad guys is great, … [Read more...] about Special ops rescue attempt for hostages in Afghanistan comes up empty

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Kaepernick consults Nate Boyer, former Green Beret, on slightly more respectful way to protest

So we have all probably had enough of the Colin Kaepernick sitting-during-the-anthem thing. It's been talked about on this site as well as countless others for hours and days on end. The fact that he has been spotted wearing socks depicting cops as pigs didn't really gain him any credibility. Honestly, if the guy wants to get a message out, he seems to be muddying it just a … [Read more...] about Kaepernick consults Nate Boyer, former Green Beret, on slightly more respectful way to protest

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Roland and Sibley: Remembering the men from darkest day in CCT Afghan history

First, I would like everyone to know that this is published as a free article. While SOFREP normally keeps full articles internal to subscribers, I asked that this one be available to be seen by all. I contacted parents and friends of both Matt and Forrest to make sure it was okay to write and publish this article. Everything you see here has been approved by their … [Read more...] about Roland and Sibley: Remembering the men from darkest day in CCT Afghan history

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WATCH: CNN anchor stunned to learn Clinton has aides destroy old devices by hammering them

In a tangible moment of abhorrence, disbelief, and clarity, a CNN anchor's attempt to quash a "rumor" from being spread on her show has resulted in an on-air gem that's since gone viral. Brooke Baldwin simply couldn't believe that Hillary Clinton would have ordered an aide to destroy a phone laden with sensitive material via death by hammer. And when she heard the words spoken … [Read more...] about WATCH: CNN anchor stunned to learn Clinton has aides destroy old devices by hammering them

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