I was a dentist in the Army. On a medical mission to Mauritania in 1989 I taught a SF group tooth extractions. Those guys were the brightest, toughest and funniest guys I ever met in the Army. Cheers to you guys..Awesome
i was on that trip, there were about 6 of us from 1/10th, i did work with a dentists who taught me how to shoot the lidocaine, novocaine, whatever it was, nonetheless, learned to pull some teeth too
@@peters5485 there was one E-7 who stands out. He was a NYC type a' guy with that heavy NY style accent. Anyway, he got an eye injury while there and had a large patch over his eye and he drew an eyeball on the patch and did a whole comedy routine with his "new eye"....funny, real funny shit. You'd probably remember that guy. I know I can't forget it. While I'm thinking of it, one of the SF members broke a tooth off while doing an extraction on an about 32 yearly female. So, I'm digging around and (shit) I got cut on a tooth shard. Well, HIV was endemic in the population and for about 2 years I was wondering if testing was gonna come up positive on my ass. Obviously, I survived.
@@stevezelev7008 that was me re the broke tooth, i think you were triple gloved too, and i remember you squeezing blood out of your thumb over and over and rinsing with bedadine (or something like that), the eye patch must have been george miller, my team medic, one of the funniest guys i know (RIP)
@@peters5485 that's unbelievable! Yeah, I squeezed the piss outa that cut praying for mama. Oh, lordy, please mama!! I love remembering these kinds of stories....crazy shit that happened back in the day. Well, Peter, I'm retired just outside St. Augustine Fl. Soooo if you're in the neighborhood stop by for a brewsky or twosky. Glad to see you make through all your adventures. Sorry to hear about the good Sarg, he was one funny dude. I vividly remember bouncing around in the bed of a deuce with those 16-24? year old fools we had as security whenever we went on a medical mission, AK47 armed idiots, I knew somebody was gonna end up getting shot accidentally by them. We took a beach trip up to Nauokchott (you guys weren't with us?) where they were outa control. The weapons discipline of those guys was friggin horrible- waving the goddam things in people's faces-lol.
@@PUBLICnoose too funny man. Went to PLDC in Korea and my entire time there wished North Korea would just invade, take back the South so we could pull all American troops back to Japan. That place is basically Michigan or Minnesota with kanji (or whatever you call Korean writing) all over the place.
30 years old, bachelors degree, just got med eval and took my ASVAB 2 days ago at MEPS. 569 ACFT playing with some ROTC kids last week-with a half-ass 2-mile at 17:24. Going National Guard, 11b-all I’ve ever wanted to do in my life is SF. My old man was a gunner during Nam and hated the concept of me joining up; too much respect for him to enlist. He died this summer; time to shit or get off the pot. I’ll hit you up when I have my green beret. Keep that fucking gun up. . Thank you for making these videos.
@@xObscureMars Well, I think we have (over many years) lowered the standard of people so much that 18 and 19 year olds are referred to as "children", but you make a good point. At SFAS, it is expected that these young people act as adults. So, a lot of the weeding out process involves getting rid of the "children", if you will.
@@MVK_GS except that they truly are like late stage children and that people do not fully develop until they're 25 years old mentally especially and that's just biologically if we want to talk mentally as far as being wise goes that's an even different story
Good stuff man. The word you use that alot of these guys doing SF and SEAL podcasts miss, that you need the most of is "maturity" and "life experiences" as a guide/key in these worlds. And you're not gonna see them on recruiting posters. The missions that are conducted and the leeway given demands it.
Outstanding video! “Y’all take care, Shoot straight” I am 27 years old and I’m really considering changing my trajectory and enlisting and trying out for SF.
@@chaserandall9949 He says he joined the army in 1985, so if he was 16-18 at the time then he was born in 1967-69, putting him in his early 50s now ...
For most guys being on a team for more than 6 or 8 years takes a toll on the body, even if you are lucky enough not to have a major injury at some point in your career. DOL
"Dr Death"The legend I tried to tell some young guys about Dr Death and they would not believe it. He was the end of an era at SFAS. I went SWC (Old school phase I) in 04 and I quickly learn how they where doubling SF. Great video and I have nothing but respect for the old school medics
Was he the old man who ran the med shed at Mackall up until the early 2000s? I remember someone told me he had served in MACV-SOG, but I didn't know much else about him. In any case, he had the odd talent of being able to tell who will make selection and who would not very early in the course; like in the first week.
@@MVK_GS I went to SFAS in 92 and he was on his way out as I recall. He was defiantly a civilian, mean as a snake and older. I think you are talking about "Pappy" at the SERE school or Mr Tobatta at the C- Course? Mr Tobatta was still out teaching until the early 2000's as well as Pappy. They are the only two I can think of that I know were SF Vietnam vets.
I’m not American all the way from Kenya but I acknowledge your story. I was in the infantry unit back in 2004 green Beret 20 regiment and it was a great experience which gave me best life tactics. God bless you being more videos
I caught this video on July 4, 2020!, and your journey is what keeps us free. I was in the USAF Security Police in the 90's and I cross trained into Medical Service (USAF medics/ not to be confused with Para Rescue), and I know how tuff combat medicine is, and how rewarding it is to take care of the people to your left and right. I'm dying to hear some of your entertaining medical stories. Cheers to the Tactical Riflemen!
In my career, I've always wanted to go to as many courses that were available because I knew it would made me more knowledgeable and well-rounded. If I went back into time, SF would have been the route for me and the way you described it, I would have had fun and enjoyed it too. 🤙🏼🇺🇸
I just want to take the time and just say that I have a tremendous amount of respect for what these guys sign up for. What they are willing to sacrifice for this country and what they are willing to put themselves through.
I was a Army Reservist who drilled at Ft Sam Houston from 85-88. I met quite a few SF guys going through medical training there. Had one friend who washed out. Not sure where he wound up. Sounds like quite a career. I still kick myself for not going to airborne school when I finished my AIT. But I still enjoyed what I did.
Thanks for your stories and your service, SGM. I joined the Army at 17 in 1981, and went basic, AIT (Commo), jump school and to Ft. Bragg. This was before the 18x program, SFAS and the long tab. Guys like me were referred to as "SF babies". For Commo, you had to pass Morse Code school before you could attend Phase I. I left active duty in '85.
Got to permanent duty at 82nd , made a friend right away who was SF reserve and decided to go active duty RA . He told me SF medics were the cream of the crop, because of all the different skills they had to have . He immediately began teaching me different things on our off time. we would ruck across pope air force base on Saturday nights just to outsmart their security guys. Me following your channel aint no accident . you remind me of my good friend and my military days. Big thanks Karl , from one vet to another . i went in april 86.
OUTSTANDING KARL! Some of my fellow Harmony Church guys I went through Basic, AIT, and Airborne later became SF guys. Love your videos on shooting and tactics. Shit that normal infantry guys don't go through or consider.
I have a great friend(still alive)who i miss dearly in SF. His story is cool. Spoke fluent Spanish n skipped language school. Got fast tracked out of Texas in2 Bragg 7th group. AO south America. He took me on a tour of his barracks, taught me 2 shoot at local range, showed me all the gear, met some guys across the hall from 10th mountain. Spent couple weeks training n learning about his job. Best trip i ever took. Thanks for ur service Karl. I have the utmost respect for u n the SF groups.
Great career Karl, thanks for sharing that! I'm "old" too, joined Army in 1975 signed up for 2nd Ranger Battalion, Ranger School class 11/77! Sniper and HALO as well!
Awesome. I could be listening all day long. I'm a little older than you. I got to Ft. Bragg in 1975. Assigned to Signal Co. 5th SFG. I was there until 1981. I had the opportunity to do some training with the battalions on a few occasions. Just within a few years SF have changed a lot. Nice to hear from you about it. Thanks for sharing.
Another fascinating segment thanks to your eloquence and wits while conveying your thoughts, with a great sense of humor. Very appreciated info, SGM Erickson 🇺🇲
Thank you so much for your service Karl! I’m a young national guard soldier and it’s really inspiring what you guys do! Y’all kick ass and I admire the adversity that you guys endured to make selection and how fearless you guys are in times of war!
Thanks for watching. Remember that we are not fearless... courage is being scared but facing that fear to do what needs to be done. Strength and Honor, TR
This probably sounds odd but I'm trying to write a story incorporating tons of fields like other fictional stories but I'm trying to be as accurate as I can. This helps me learn the field of special forces a little more. I plan on taking years to write it like you took years to be the best you could be. Thank you for everything you have done 😁
This is inspirational. This should be viewed at every high school and college upon entry. Why? Because you may not be good at everything. But you CAN be good at something. You may not be good. But you CAN become GREAT. -🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖
Great pictures! I'd love to see your photo album! It's amazing how much training and knowledge you have! I love hearing your stories! I'd love to hear some campfire stories after a few drinks! Man in a SHTF scenario, I want to be on your team!!! God bless you brother, and God bless America!🤜🤛🇺🇸🇺🇸
Imagine if he had seen “Navy Seals” first. I’m kidding. Much respect to you and thank you for your service sir. Still deciding what SOF unit I want to be part of
Man I really enjoyed this! I'm a career firefighter, and I work with a couple of SF guys, one being a medic. The guy was a medic told me a little about the goats...man that's some legit training, no doubt.
Thank you for your insight, coming prepared to the best of your ability is excellent advice for almost any scenario! Great explanation of your pipeline!
My dad was an SF medic way back when JFK stopped by for the demo at Ft. Bragg. I checked his DD214 to confirm. LOL. I'm pretty sure you two are related by the way you tell the story. Thanks for putting a smile on my face, as you brought back memories of him in his younger, healthier days when nothing could stop him.
Tactical Rifleman I wanna hear every second of these "long winded" "journeys" you have traveled my friend. Experiences very few others have witnessed and gone through. Thank you for the courage, adversity and ferocity you have gone through for us, civilians, to enjoy what we do on an everyday basis. No matter what goes on in society, you are a real American hero, as all that join the service. You individuals keep us safe even after service. I can only do what I have in my power to share what I can bring to the table, though not much, to only try and live upto the sacrifices you all have gone through. 🇺🇸🥇🗽🥇🇺🇸
EVEN THOUGH I HAVE HEARD THIS STORY BEFORE , I COULD LISTEN TO IT A THOUSAND MORE TIMES . ITS NOT SO MUCH THE ACTUAL CONTENT ITS MORE OF THE WAY KARL TELLS IT . THANKS AGAIN KARL .
Karl, love the story of your career, thank you for your service!! I joined the Navy in 1980 at 17 and 27 years with six different NECs (MOSs). The best times of my life!! Love your channel, I’m a Patreon. Thanks again. Tom Malone, CMC US Navy Ret.
Thank you for your service Sir! I was an Army Reservist! During the 90s early! 2000s! My only regret! Was not having more guidance! I was only 17! When I joined! That being said I'm proud of my service! Salute to all the brave men and women! Who serve to keep us free!
When I got off active duty (Jan 63 (1st/504; Mainz; Germany)) I joined the 17th SFGA USAR at its HQ at Sand Point Naval Air Station in Seattle. We were issued a Green Beret upon joining. I was there for two years during which time I was taking Special Forces correspondence courses administered from Bragg. We were on jump status, had Secret clearances, trained at Ft. Richardson and Ft. Lewis and had an active duty SF Major attached as an advisor; but it was an all together different situation than what exists today! If you’re thinking you’ve never heard of the 17th Group before, you’re not alone. It only existed for about five years then merged with the 12th which eventually merged with the 19th SFGA. It’s pretty obvious SF today has emerged as a very professional organization compared to its earlier days when I was in!
Maybe you should do a podcast with your fellow Green Beret Mike Glover as he's from another generation of Green Berets. He did also a lot of training/schools while he was still active
Thanks so much for walking us through the path you took. Sounds like you were born to be a soldier. I liked your line - "okay, Medics lead the way". LOL Thank You for your service, dedication, and sacrifices.
Pretty much this dude completed all the hardest things you can do in the conventional forces before going to sfas. This type of soldier is very rare. Workout, play nice and study your ass off.
Karl I love listening to your story. I’ve been retired for almost 5 years now. That goes by quickly also. My life path never took my down the SF pipeline in my career even though it was all I wanted to do as a kid. I never met my goals. My son had a really interested in joining and going 18X. He wants to wait until he is 20 and gets his plumbing license first. I told him he would have something to fall back on in life if he was ever injured and that he would be more mature. I hope someday I can live vicariously through his career.
I truly enjoy watching your videos, you give me a different perspective on infantry although it’s a branch I never considered it’s really informative learning through your experiences. Thank you please don’t stop making videos.
One of my good friends got sent to Alaska for his special boi training. Still based there. I miss my lethal liberty slinging teddy bear lmao he is one of the biggest badasses I've ever met but the biggest softy, Mike if you happen to see this, I love you bro. Come visit Texas again soon.
Great explanation of a complicated journey. My path was very similar but I spent my early years in the Rangers (3rd Bn, then as an RI at 4th RTB) before going SF. After selection I wound up being sent to 3rd Group (which wasn't my first choice) but now I wouldn't change that for the world. Keep doing what you do Brother, this was a great video. I also enjoy watching your live streams! -Geno
I just got to Fort Campbell 2months ago In 5thSFG Support in FSC, here ready to learn my job, the teams, lifestyle and more. Life starts Now that COVID19 slew down.
I went to many schools in the Air Force and it always amazed when I applied for college they gave me zip credit for the schools I attended. The military has the hardest schools as you know and if you don't cut it you are washed out period. College is easy compared to what we had to do. A friend of mine Jeff Stewart was recalled after leaving the Green Berets when the war in the middle east began, did you ever serve with him in Afganistan. What impressed me about him was his dedication to whatever he did no matter how long it took. I'm sure this is one of the qualities it takes to become a Green Beret. Thanks for your service.
Karl thank you for your service. I too saw the green beret movie with John Wayne. I was simply mesmerized. I wanted to be a green beret also. Joined the US Army became a 12b. Fort Leonard wood. Aka fort lost in the woods. Anyway got married. Long story short then joined reserves. Kids and a family later my green beret goal ended. I loved being a combat engineer! FYI for future videos. Do a sapper video. Anyway dude your video came through my feed. I have subscribed to your channel. Thank you man!!!! US Army. Hoaaahhhhh!!
yeh, and the funny thing is that one of the big reasons I had no strong desire to go GB was due to it being JFK brainchild on how to fight "unconventional" war (losing war, it has turned out to mean for US). I don't write this to bash GB or even JFK (not a fan) but to mention how, being a huge WWII history buff (and my dad and his bros all being in that war), those same movies made me want to go "Big Army," as many special force type units referred to it as. And I did. (Patton, Battle of the Bulge, Longest Day, Battleground...)
Just found your Chanel. Much respect and thank you for keeping America safe. Loved John Wayne in green beret as well, we grew up in the same era, anyway this CO from AK can’t wait to see more of your videos cuz they are very well done.
What a great video. Just proves that SF does not mean you are a superhero, but a regular person that is willing to do what he does best, with his team even when you are dead tired.
Dude, my favorite movie was the Green Berets by John Wayne and I had a decorative plate with an ID number back in 1984 I purchased it at the Greenville Mall. I wanted to be a GB as well but went Marines from 82-85 active 85-88 inactive / Granada 83, Beirut 83-84. One of my buddies who was in the Army was 82nd then from there he was accepted as a Delta guy and spent the rest of his career there. D. Comstock! The old days of the GB were focus in maturity and disciplined.
Do a story time “have you ever met a guy claiming to be a special forces?” And started to tell you his stories as a SEAL,GB, Ranger etc. not knowing you were in GB special forces and didn’t know what he was talking about? HEHEHEHE. Seems like I meet a guy in the bar that was in special forces almost every time i go the the club. I didn’t know there was so many special forces people out there. Talk about drunk stolen valor. At least he they didn’t have the uniform on!
When i was running up hills the types were short and strong or tall and wirey. Still remeber the chippy hard lads moving inside quickly as thirty paras, marines and all ran round the corner on an evening bimble. Hilarious.
Fairly recent quote I heard was in theatre the boys were doing around 120 missions. In 90 days. 90. Sleeping? Occasionally. Worried for the local taliban population? Most definitely.
Thanks for sharing your story. I was a 19D I had the awesome opportunity to work with 10th group in Iraq in 03 and 04. Best group of guys I ever worked with!!! My biggest regret even to this day is not going to selection. I also did a year in Korea in 1-9 Inf great place to train!
I love this video it gives his achievement factually but with a good dose of humility. You can boast if you have actually done it. Excellent watch for any young man.
Great video. We followed each other in a way at the same time. After BCT and AIT, I went to Camp Humphreys in Korea, then the 101st and to DS/DS. I was a crew chief on a 101st CH-47 Chinook. Great possibility you were on my chopper at one time. Rendezvous With Destiny brother!
I was in the 284th MP Co from 86-88. Really wanted to re-up and go SF but my vision was shit and couldn’t get a waiver. Many NCO’s in my unit weren’t strac so I ETS’d. I had 2-3 in my unit that were Airborne/Ranger schooled NCOs. This guy is the real deal. This is the type of NCO you wanted to learn from and hang with. Continued success to him.
Hi. I'm a teenager from Germany (don't have us citizenship) but really want to get a US citizenship and want to become either a green Beret or navy seal. Do you think this is a good idea or even realistic (etc)? Really hope for your feedback and thank you in advance.
Gosh, You make me fill old. I was in the Q course finishing up in 85. Col Bob Howard was still the commander at camp Mcall. Nick Rowe issued me my Beret. Its been awhile. Retired from 1st Grp. 21 years ago
My greatest regret in life is not following my own mind and heart after graduating high school in 1991 not joining the Army and becoming a Green Beret!!!!!!!
I was a dentist in the Army. On a medical mission to Mauritania in 1989 I taught a SF group tooth extractions. Those guys were the brightest, toughest and funniest guys I ever met in the Army. Cheers to you guys..Awesome
i was on that trip, there were about 6 of us from 1/10th, i did work with a dentists who taught me how to shoot the lidocaine, novocaine, whatever it was, nonetheless, learned to pull some teeth too
@@peters5485 there was one E-7 who stands out. He was a NYC type a' guy with that heavy NY style accent. Anyway, he got an eye injury while there and had a large patch over his eye and he drew an eyeball on the patch and did a whole comedy routine with his "new eye"....funny, real funny shit. You'd probably remember that guy. I know I can't forget it. While I'm thinking of it, one of the SF members broke a tooth off while doing an extraction on an about 32 yearly female. So, I'm digging around and (shit) I got cut on a tooth shard. Well, HIV was endemic in the population and for about 2 years I was wondering if testing was gonna come up positive on my ass. Obviously, I survived.
@@stevezelev7008 that was me re the broke tooth, i think you were triple gloved too, and i remember you squeezing blood out of your thumb over and over and rinsing with bedadine (or something like that), the eye patch must have been george miller, my team medic, one of the funniest guys i know (RIP)
@@peters5485 that's unbelievable!
Yeah, I squeezed the piss outa that cut praying for mama. Oh, lordy, please mama!! I love remembering these kinds of stories....crazy shit that happened back in the day. Well, Peter, I'm retired just outside St. Augustine Fl. Soooo if you're in the neighborhood stop by for a brewsky or twosky. Glad to see you make through all your adventures. Sorry to hear about the good Sarg, he was one funny dude.
I vividly remember bouncing around in the bed of a deuce with those 16-24? year old fools we had as security whenever we went on a medical mission, AK47 armed idiots, I knew somebody was gonna end up getting shot accidentally by them. We took a beach trip up to Nauokchott (you guys weren't with us?) where they were outa control. The weapons discipline of those guys was friggin horrible- waving the goddam things in people's faces-lol.
@@stevezelev7008 will do, if you're up in VA, let me know, fun times for sure
"You can either be a medic or go back to Korea"
"Alright medics lead the way" lolololol
What’s so bad about Korea?
@@eitonaraoka6213 bruh have you been here lmao
@@PUBLICnoose deadass
@@eitonaraoka6213 it gets very cold in korea
@@PUBLICnoose too funny man. Went to PLDC in Korea and my entire time there wished North Korea would just invade, take back the South so we could pull all American troops back to Japan. That place is basically Michigan or Minnesota with kanji (or whatever you call Korean writing) all over the place.
He didn't skip a beat. He would be a great instructor. Had my complete attention. Awesome military career. 🇺🇸👍
30 years old, bachelors degree, just got med eval and took my ASVAB 2 days ago at MEPS. 569 ACFT playing with some ROTC kids last week-with a half-ass 2-mile at 17:24.
Going National Guard, 11b-all I’ve ever wanted to do in my life is SF. My old man was a gunner during Nam and hated the concept of me joining up; too much respect for him to enlist. He died this summer; time to shit or get off the pot. I’ll hit you up when I have my green beret. Keep that fucking gun up.
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Thank you for making these videos.
Good fucking shit bro you’re gonna make it
My boy made selection at 26. He said the hardest part of Q was getting 19-20 yo Alpha males to work together as a team.
If they were 18 or 19 they were wannabe alphas. Still children pretty much.
@@xObscureMars Well, I think we have (over many years) lowered the standard of people so much that 18 and 19 year olds are referred to as "children", but you make a good point. At SFAS, it is expected that these young people act as adults. So, a lot of the weeding out process involves getting rid of the "children", if you will.
@@MVK_GS except that they truly are like late stage children and that people do not fully develop until they're 25 years old mentally especially and that's just biologically if we want to talk mentally as far as being wise goes that's an even different story
@@xObscureMars 100000% true. I was an ape until I hit 26-27. At around 30-34 you finally figure it out, if you ever do.
lol "19-20 yrs old alpha males to work together as a team" alpha means the first one?
Good stuff man. The word you use that alot of these guys doing SF and SEAL podcasts miss, that you need the most of is "maturity" and "life experiences" as a guide/key in these worlds. And you're not gonna see them on recruiting posters. The missions that are conducted and the leeway given demands it.
Agreed
Outstanding video!
“Y’all take care, Shoot straight”
I am 27 years old and I’m really considering changing my trajectory and enlisting and trying out for SF.
Go for it. You’ll regret it if you don’t.
The only man on UA-cam honest enough to admit that ad placement is intentional *edit: you just gave me some hard core flashbacks lmfao, great video*
Dude could pass for 10-15 years younger than he is.
yeah wtf how old is this man
I thought that as well. 5TH Group! My partner of 10years was a member of 5TH Group. I can only imagine...
@Gissur Helguson I was estimating 70s
@@chaserandall9949 He says he joined the army in 1985, so if he was 16-18 at the time then he was born in 1967-69, putting him in his early 50s now ...
@@GonzoTehGreat has to be older than that
"I hated that guy so much I loved him" If you ever wanted to know the bond that soldiers share, this is it.
Facts 😂
Thanks for your service and sharing your story. Really cool to listen to you as a civilian.
This dude in his 50s looking in his late 30s. Apparently the secret to the fountain of youth is to become a Green Beret.
Most of the voices in my head are only 23 years old. They keep me moving. TR
For most guys being on a team for more than 6 or 8 years takes a toll on the body, even if you are lucky enough not to have a major injury at some point in your career. DOL
I feel like exercise keeps the body young
It was that cow water 💧
Thanks for the video. I just signed an 18X contract yesterday.
I hope you get in and wish you the best! 18X doesn't guarantee you get into SF, right? It just gets you two attempts to pass?
Nate Williams Correct, you get a chance at selection and then Q course. Failure usually means you become an infantryman
Updates???
"Dr Death"The legend
I tried to tell some young guys about Dr Death and they would not believe it. He was the end of an era at SFAS. I went SWC (Old school phase I) in 04 and I quickly learn how they where doubling SF. Great video and I have nothing but respect for the old school medics
Thanks Joe.
Was he the old man who ran the med shed at Mackall up until the early 2000s? I remember someone told me he had served in MACV-SOG, but I didn't know much else about him. In any case, he had the odd talent of being able to tell who will make selection and who would not very early in the course; like in the first week.
@@MVK_GS I went to SFAS in 92 and he was on his way out as I recall. He was defiantly a civilian, mean as a snake and older. I think you are talking about "Pappy" at the SERE school or Mr Tobatta at the C- Course? Mr Tobatta was still out teaching until the early 2000's as well as Pappy. They are the only two I can think of that I know were SF Vietnam vets.
I’m not American all the way from Kenya but I acknowledge your story. I was in the infantry unit back in 2004 green Beret 20 regiment and it was a great experience which gave me best life tactics. God bless you being more videos
I caught this video on July 4, 2020!, and your journey is what keeps us free. I was in the USAF Security Police in the 90's and I cross trained into Medical Service (USAF medics/ not to be confused with Para Rescue), and I know how tuff combat medicine is, and how rewarding it is to take care of the people to your left and right. I'm dying to hear some of your entertaining medical stories. Cheers to the Tactical Riflemen!
In my career, I've always wanted to go to as many courses that were available because I knew it would made me more knowledgeable and well-rounded. If I went back into time, SF would have been the route for me and the way you described it, I would have had fun and enjoyed it too. 🤙🏼🇺🇸
I just want to take the time and just say that I have a tremendous amount of respect for what these guys sign up for. What they are willing to sacrifice for this country and what they are willing to put themselves through.
I swear, Karl is the pinnacle of humble greatness.
He's the kind of uncle you'd want to drink with
I was a Army Reservist who drilled at Ft Sam Houston from 85-88. I met quite a few SF guys going through medical training there. Had one friend who washed out. Not sure where he wound up. Sounds like quite a career. I still kick myself for not going to airborne school when I finished my AIT. But I still enjoyed what I did.
Bob, thanks for your service. TR
Thanks for your stories and your service, SGM. I joined the Army at 17 in 1981, and went basic, AIT (Commo), jump school and to Ft. Bragg. This was before the 18x program, SFAS and the long tab. Guys like me were referred to as "SF babies". For Commo, you had to pass Morse Code school before you could attend Phase I. I left active duty in '85.
Thanks for sharing
Thank you for your service! God bless you and God bless America!!!!!🤜🤛🇺🇸🇺🇸
If Norm Macdonald went Special Forces. This guy is awesome.
Lol
Too funny dude!
Karl was the guy that was so funny he could make you blow a cheese sandwich thru your nose. Always had great laughs with him in the Q.
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Came to the comments to see if someone else seen in 😂
Im incredibly glad that you covered this question. I remember asking this long time ago and the answer was well worth it. Great respect for you karl!
Talks like he shoots , straight . Gotta love it . Former Marine living in Dublin,Ireland . Love the videos . Keep them coming ....
You can never get to much training and you’ll never know it all. Great video Karl!
Got to permanent duty at 82nd , made a friend right away who was SF reserve and decided to go active duty RA . He told me SF medics were the cream of the crop, because of all the different skills they had to have . He immediately began teaching me different things on our off time. we would ruck across pope air force base on Saturday nights just to outsmart their security guys. Me following your channel aint no accident . you remind me of my good friend and my military days. Big thanks Karl , from one vet to another . i went in april 86.
Thank you for your support and thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
OUTSTANDING KARL! Some of my fellow Harmony Church guys I went through Basic, AIT, and Airborne later became SF guys. Love your videos on shooting and tactics. Shit that normal infantry guys don't go through or consider.
I have a great friend(still alive)who i miss dearly in SF. His story is cool. Spoke fluent Spanish n skipped language school. Got fast tracked out of Texas in2 Bragg 7th group. AO south America. He took me on a tour of his barracks, taught me 2 shoot at local range, showed me all the gear, met some guys across the hall from 10th mountain. Spent couple weeks training n learning about his job. Best trip i ever took. Thanks for ur service Karl. I have the utmost respect for u n the SF groups.
Thanks for sharing with us. Strength and Honor, TR
Great career Karl, thanks for sharing that!
I'm "old" too, joined Army in 1975 signed up for 2nd Ranger Battalion, Ranger School class 11/77! Sniper and HALO as well!
Thanks for your service
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Thank YOU as well!!
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Awesome. I could be listening all day long. I'm a little older than you. I got to Ft. Bragg in 1975. Assigned to Signal Co.
5th SFG. I was there until 1981. I had the opportunity to do some training with the battalions on a few occasions. Just within a few years SF have changed a lot. Nice to hear from you about it. Thanks for sharing.
Another fascinating segment thanks to your eloquence and wits while conveying your thoughts, with a great sense of humor. Very appreciated info, SGM Erickson 🇺🇲
Another great video
Im currently an 11x waiting to ship to OSUT. My ultimate goal is to earn the green beret.
Good luck, God speed, and thank you for your service! God bless you and God bless America!🤜🤛🇺🇸🇺🇸
OSUT was cake, selection.. not so much. stay true to yourself and remember why your there.
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Thank you so much for your service Karl! I’m a young national guard soldier and it’s really inspiring what you guys do! Y’all kick ass and I admire the adversity that you guys endured to make selection and how fearless you guys are in times of war!
Thanks for watching. Remember that we are not fearless... courage is being scared but facing that fear to do what needs to be done.
Strength and Honor, TR
What state and mos are u in the guard
I was hooked on every word.
This probably sounds odd but I'm trying to write a story incorporating tons of fields like other fictional stories but I'm trying to be as accurate as I can. This helps me learn the field of special forces a little more. I plan on taking years to write it like you took years to be the best you could be. Thank you for everything you have done 😁
This is inspirational. This should be viewed at every high school and college upon entry. Why? Because you may not be good at everything. But you CAN be good at something. You may not be good. But you CAN become GREAT.
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Great pictures! I'd love to see your photo album! It's amazing how much training and knowledge you have! I love hearing your stories! I'd love to hear some campfire stories after a few drinks! Man in a SHTF scenario, I want to be on your team!!! God bless you brother, and God bless America!🤜🤛🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thanks Paul
Imagine if he had seen “Navy Seals” first. I’m kidding. Much respect to you and thank you for your service sir. Still deciding what SOF unit I want to be part of
I don't know why but the way he says "l love you" to his brothers makes me really happy
Man I really enjoyed this! I'm a career firefighter, and I work with a couple of SF guys, one being a medic. The guy was a medic told me a little about the goats...man that's some legit training, no doubt.
Thank you for your insight, coming prepared to the best of your ability is excellent advice for almost any scenario! Great explanation of your pipeline!
My dad was an SF medic way back when JFK stopped by for the demo at Ft. Bragg. I checked his DD214 to confirm. LOL. I'm pretty sure you two are related by the way you tell the story. Thanks for putting a smile on my face, as you brought back memories of him in his younger, healthier days when nothing could stop him.
Very cool! I would consider him my brother. Strength & Honor, TR.
gotta say...I've listened to every word you said. loved every minute of it.
Thanks for watching.
You are a hero in my eyes sir! Thank you for your selfless service to all of us as Americans! Take care
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I wanna hear every second of these "long winded" "journeys" you have traveled my friend. Experiences very few others have witnessed and gone through. Thank you for the courage, adversity and ferocity you have gone through for us, civilians, to enjoy what we do on an everyday basis. No matter what goes on in society, you are a real American hero, as all that join the service. You individuals keep us safe even after service. I can only do what I have in my power to share what I can bring to the table, though not much, to only try and live upto the sacrifices you all have gone through. 🇺🇸🥇🗽🥇🇺🇸
Thanks for the support. TR
EVEN THOUGH I HAVE HEARD THIS STORY BEFORE , I COULD LISTEN TO IT A THOUSAND MORE TIMES . ITS NOT SO MUCH THE ACTUAL CONTENT ITS MORE OF THE WAY KARL TELLS IT . THANKS AGAIN KARL .
Karl, love the story of your career, thank you for your service!! I joined the Navy in 1980 at 17 and 27 years with six different NECs (MOSs). The best times of my life!! Love your channel, I’m a Patreon. Thanks again. Tom Malone, CMC US Navy Ret.
Thank you for your service! God bless you and God bless America!!!!!🤜🤛🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thanks for the support and thank you for your service
Thank you for your service Sir! I was an Army Reservist! During the 90s early! 2000s! My only regret! Was not having more guidance! I was only 17! When I joined! That being said I'm proud of my service! Salute to all the brave men and women! Who serve to keep us free!
Thanks for watching and thank you for your service. TR
When I got off active duty (Jan 63 (1st/504; Mainz; Germany)) I joined the 17th SFGA USAR at its HQ at Sand Point Naval Air Station in Seattle. We were issued a Green Beret upon joining. I was there for two years during which time I was taking Special Forces correspondence courses administered from Bragg. We were on jump status, had Secret clearances, trained at Ft. Richardson and Ft. Lewis and had an active duty SF Major attached as an advisor; but it was an all together different situation than what exists today! If you’re thinking you’ve never heard of the 17th Group before, you’re not alone. It only existed for about five years then merged with the 12th which eventually merged with the 19th SFGA. It’s pretty obvious SF today has emerged as a very professional organization compared to its earlier days when I was in!
Maybe you should do a podcast with your fellow Green Beret Mike Glover as he's from another generation of Green Berets.
He did also a lot of training/schools while he was still active
"Long story short." How about short story long? I can listen all day long😁. This was awesome. 🇺🇸🥇🗽🥇🇺🇸
Glad you enjoyed it. Sorry I'm long winded. TR
You have a lot of experience and life experience to share my brother. Thanks for sharing
@@TacticalRifleman us civilians really appreciate it. We may not deserve all of your stories, but we thank you.
Law rocket! He'll yeah! Back blast area clear. We are definitely from the same era man. Stay strong. S.F. I appreciate what you are doing.
If you earned the Green Beret, you didnt only earned the Green Beret, you earned a Brothership. That's what we do, what we are and what we feel.
Well Said.
I'm just glad they never got caught by Col. Decker. (And thanks for the mention about all us lowly 63B...somebody has to fix 'em). Great video!
You sir, define the term "Bad Ass". Its always a treat to hear your stories..
Thanks but I’m just a regular guy
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@@TacticalRifleman Humble. A true Samurai
Thanks so much for walking us through the path you took. Sounds like you were born to be a soldier. I liked your line - "okay, Medics lead the way". LOL
Thank You for your service, dedication, and sacrifices.
Thanks for the support
Pretty much this dude completed all the hardest things you can do in the conventional forces before going to sfas. This type of soldier is very rare. Workout, play nice and study your ass off.
Karl I love listening to your story. I’ve been retired for almost 5 years now. That goes by quickly also. My life path never took my down the SF pipeline in my career even though it was all I wanted to do as a kid. I never met my goals. My son had a really interested in joining and going 18X. He wants to wait until he is 20 and gets his plumbing license first. I told him he would have something to fall back on in life if he was ever injured and that he would be more mature. I hope someday I can live vicariously through his career.
Solid advice
I did not know you were 101st during Desert Storm. 3/187 HHC Scouts Rakkasans 88-91. Crazy! Thanks for all you share.
3/502 Scouts
I truly enjoy watching your videos, you give me a different perspective on infantry although it’s a branch I never considered it’s really informative learning through your experiences. Thank you please don’t stop making videos.
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One of my good friends got sent to Alaska for his special boi training. Still based there. I miss my lethal liberty slinging teddy bear lmao he is one of the biggest badasses I've ever met but the biggest softy, Mike if you happen to see this, I love you bro. Come visit Texas again soon.
Great explanation of a complicated journey. My path was very similar but I spent my early years in the Rangers (3rd Bn, then as an RI at 4th RTB) before going SF. After selection I wound up being sent to 3rd Group (which wasn't my first choice) but now I wouldn't change that for the world. Keep doing what you do Brother, this was a great video. I also enjoy watching your live streams! -Geno
Thanks brother, and thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
I just got to Fort Campbell 2months ago In 5thSFG Support in FSC, here ready to learn my job, the teams, lifestyle and more. Life starts Now that COVID19 slew down.
Thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
@@TacticalRifleman Thank you for your support means alot TR
Thank you for your service! Best of luck to you! You guys are all heroes in my eyes! God bless you and God bless America!🤜🤛🇺🇸🇺🇸
I went to many schools in the Air Force and it always amazed when I applied for college they gave me zip credit for the schools I attended. The military has the hardest schools as you know and if you don't cut it you are washed out period. College is easy compared to what we had to do. A friend of mine Jeff Stewart was recalled after leaving the Green Berets when the war in the middle east began, did you ever serve with him in Afganistan. What impressed me about him was his dedication to whatever he did no matter how long it took. I'm sure this is one of the qualities it takes to become a Green Beret. Thanks for your service.
While I don’t think I actually met or know your buddy Jeff, I would still consider him my Brother
This year has turned my priorities upside down. Nearly 30, illustrator/tradesmen here, I coming from a military family. Looking at 18D
First time I ever saw myself on a you tube video! Glad you're still kicking. From the young scout sitting on your right!
Awesome!!! Hope you are doing well. Please keep in touch. Tacticalrifleman1@gmail.com
This guy looks like Norm Macdonald but instead of becoming a comedian he became a total badass.
Karl thank you for your service.
I too saw the green beret movie with John Wayne. I was simply mesmerized. I wanted to be a green beret also. Joined the US Army became a 12b. Fort Leonard wood. Aka fort lost in the woods. Anyway got married. Long story short then joined reserves. Kids and a family later my green beret goal ended. I loved being a combat engineer! FYI for future videos. Do a sapper video. Anyway dude your video came through my feed. I have subscribed to your channel. Thank you man!!!!
US Army. Hoaaahhhhh!!
Thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
When are you turning this video into a BOOK. Reserve my copy in advance.
Brings back some good memories. I graduated the Q Course in '85 and spent quite a few years in 10th Group. Great job, no regrets.
Thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
Funny how movies can influence us. The Longest Day had a huge influence on my decision to join the 82nd when I got out of high school in 1994.
yeh, and the funny thing is that one of the big reasons I had no strong desire to go GB was due to it being JFK brainchild on how to fight "unconventional" war (losing war, it has turned out to mean for US). I don't write this to bash GB or even JFK (not a fan) but to mention how, being a huge WWII history buff (and my dad and his bros all being in that war), those same movies made me want to go "Big Army," as many special force type units referred to it as. And I did. (Patton, Battle of the Bulge, Longest Day, Battleground...)
Just found your Chanel. Much respect and thank you for keeping America safe. Loved John Wayne in green beret as well, we grew up in the same era, anyway this CO from AK can’t wait to see more of your videos cuz they are very well done.
Thanks for watching and thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
Damn, I really wasn't even sperm. Born in 1991.
What a great video. Just proves that SF does not mean you are a superhero, but a regular person that is willing to do what he does best, with his team even when you are dead tired.
Best word to describe yourself: soldier.🇺🇸
Dude, my favorite movie was the Green Berets by John Wayne and I had a decorative plate with an ID number back in 1984 I purchased it at the Greenville Mall. I wanted to be a GB as well but went Marines from 82-85 active 85-88 inactive / Granada 83, Beirut 83-84. One of my buddies who was in the Army was 82nd then from there he was accepted as a Delta guy and spent the rest of his career there. D. Comstock! The old days of the GB were focus in maturity and disciplined.
Pat McNamara said he was an 18X in the late 80's. Also said he had some issues that were worked out with "wall to wall counseling".
Wait...I don't understand. Do you doubt the legendary Pat Mac? Pat Mac da man.
BKL I think he’s referring to what Karl said in the video about the 18X program not being in place when he joined.
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“From the Rest, Come the Best”. ‘91-‘94. Great video. Great life. Great Brothers.
-Living a fulfilled Life.
Thanks for watching. Strength and Honor, TR
Do a story time “have you ever met a guy claiming to be a special forces?” And started to tell you his stories as a SEAL,GB, Ranger etc. not knowing you were in GB special forces and didn’t know what he was talking about? HEHEHEHE. Seems like I meet a guy in the bar that was in special forces almost every time i go the the club. I didn’t know there was so many special forces people out there. Talk about drunk stolen valor. At least he they didn’t have the uniform on!
Sad but true
My dad was an Old School Vietnam Era Ranger and He always said "Its harder to Lie about it than to just do it." LOL Always remembered this saying.
When i was running up hills the types were short and strong or tall and wirey. Still remeber the chippy hard lads moving inside quickly as thirty paras, marines and all ran round the corner on an evening bimble. Hilarious.
Seems like every VIetnam vet is SF nowadays....
This video is AMAZING. I would love to hear more guys telling stories like this. Motivation and very interesting.
Low crawl is my default when closing the bars
It used to by my default when entering them.
I am from S.Korea, serving in the US Army. Just wanted to say Thank you for your service.
Likewise, thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
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Forget being high speed this guy is on a whole different track
Fairly recent quote I heard was in theatre the boys were doing around 120 missions. In 90 days. 90. Sleeping? Occasionally. Worried for the local taliban population? Most definitely.
Thanks for sharing your story. I was a 19D I had the awesome opportunity to work with 10th group in Iraq in 03 and 04. Best group of guys I ever worked with!!! My biggest regret even to this day is not going to selection. I also did a year in Korea in 1-9 Inf great place to train!
Kevin,
Thank you for your service. TR
0:35 Hence the saying, "I was in Baghdad when you were in your dad's bag!"
Watching this makes me feel so insignificant. What a career - AND life! Thank you for your service
Old school! Lol Striker was a fail at that time also.
I love this video it gives his achievement factually but with a good dose of humility. You can boast if you have actually done it. Excellent watch for any young man.
Thanks for watching. Strength and Honor, TR
Karl in the graduation pic why are the patches all different on the berets? Is that what group you end up going to?
Yes
Great video. We followed each other in a way at the same time. After BCT and AIT, I went to Camp Humphreys in Korea, then the 101st and to DS/DS. I was a crew chief on a 101st CH-47 Chinook. Great possibility you were on my chopper at one time. Rendezvous With Destiny brother!
That is awesome! Thank you for your service. TR
I wasn't allowed any schools...I was offered airborne or air assault but wasn't selected. Tried to go scuba too, but that was laughed at.
Why weren’t you allowed ?
@@nicxoi6975 my unit didn't need wanting special...MOS specific
I was in the 284th MP Co from 86-88. Really wanted to re-up and go SF but my vision was shit and couldn’t get a waiver. Many NCO’s in my unit weren’t strac so I ETS’d. I had 2-3 in my unit that were Airborne/Ranger schooled NCOs. This guy is the real deal. This is the type of NCO you wanted to learn from and hang with. Continued success to him.
Thanks for the support and thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
Hi. I'm a teenager from Germany (don't have us citizenship) but really want to get a US citizenship and want to become either a green Beret or navy seal. Do you think this is a good idea or even realistic (etc)?
Really hope for your feedback and thank you in advance.
Sure. Go to your local US Embassy and talk to the military liaison
If that doesn’t work out, the German military has worldwide renowned special forces such as the Kampfschwimmer units.
@@sosborne9060 tiny in number of billets, by comparison, though.
"nam" "iowa" lmao i love you guys and your funny accents I am legit wheezing right now. love the video btw i like the long format
You need to Wright a book on getting the green. Lol
Some day
Ive seen alot of SF videos here on YT youre the only one who made SERE sound fun
God bless America and great Americans like Karl. 🍺
America is not a country ;) It´s a continent ^^
@@PeterNichtlustig0815 maybe they meant north, central, and south?
Gosh, You make me fill old. I was in the Q course finishing up in 85. Col Bob Howard was still the commander at camp Mcall. Nick Rowe issued me my Beret. Its been awhile. Retired from 1st Grp. 21 years ago
Jimmy, thank you for your service. Strength and Honor, TR
My greatest regret in life is not following my own mind and heart after graduating high school in 1991 not joining the Army and becoming a Green Beret!!!!!!!
Robin Sage is in my backyard! From a former SWAT operator to all SF, much respect. Awesome story Karl👍
Thanks for watching, TR