We were fortunate enough to have the chance to sit down with 1st SFOD-D ("Delta Force") Command Sergeant Major (Retired) Tom Satterly and talk PTSD, his time in the Battle of Mogadishu ("Black Hawk Down"), Tom's personal struggle with suicide, and "All Secure Foundation"--the non profit support group for Special Forces Veterans. … [Read more...]
Somalia: Beyond “Black Hawk Down”
Somalia: Beyond "Black Hawk Down" by Michael KaneIt may be nearly impossible today to find many veterans who don’t know the story of “Black Hawk Hawk Down.” One could argue that that event, or rather that series of events, is maybe one of the greatest military moments in the last 30 years. While it started with planned mission that ended with major casualties, it is a … [Read more...]