Definition of Rare: Interview with a Delta Force Operator The Havok Journal was fortunate enough to have the chance to sit down with 1st SFOD-D ("Delta Force") Command Sergeant Major (Retired) Tom Satterly and discuss 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 … [Read more...]
One Question Every Veteran Wants to Answer
One Question Every Veteran Wants to Answer by Brandon Young Civilians sincerely want to learn how to better approach veterans today in America, and the solution is far simpler than it appears at face value. Civilians can better understand the challenges and opportunities that veterans and military families face post service, including their experiences overseas, when we … [Read more...]
Special Forces, Entrepreneurship: Real Leadership is Accidental
Special Forces, Entrepreneurship: Real Leadership is Accidental by E.M. Burlingame In Far Eastern philosophy, there exists a very ancient concept: “The student becomes the master, the master becomes the student - 學生成為碩士，碩士成為學生.” While this has remained with me more than four decades now, most of that time I thought, “yeah, yeah, yet another undecipherable, Yoda-like, … [Read more...]
Not All Heroes Wear Capes, but Some Do
Not All Heroes Wear Capes, but Some Do by Kate Nelson There are a lot of reasons people choose to join the military. They range from patriotism, following in a parent’s footsteps, opportunities and training, wanting to blow stuff up, or just wanting something different. But one common thread found among our ranks is the innate call for service. This is the drive to serve … [Read more...]
He Was an Asset and Now He Has Nothing
He Was an Asset and Now He Has Nothing by Special Guest During the longest war in American history, America utilized “willing accomplices” to assist with intelligence needs. Those “willing accomplices” are considered assets. In the intelligence world, for a laymen’s understanding, an “asset” (or an “Agent” depending on the intelligence service) is merely a person used as … [Read more...]
I’m Marking the LZ for America: We Need More Alvin Yorks
I’m Marking the LZ for America: We Need More Alvin Yorks by Kevin Wilson I’ve been listening to Sabaton’s new album, The Great War, a lot lately. It’s good, y’all. Check it out. There are several tracks that both my kids and I enjoy. Attack of the Dead Men is a dark and spooky ode to the defenders of Osowiec Fortress, who, according to legend, made a final charge … [Read more...]
The Future of Warfare: Meet the New Boss, Same As the Old Boss
The Future of Warfare: Meet the New Boss, Same As the Old Boss by Matthew Krause Killer robots, artificial intelligence, smart goggles with heads up displays, hypersonic weapons, ultrasonic weapons, autonomous weapons. These are some of the trending topics of conversation among members of the military, defense industry, Academia, and policy-makers. Technological innovation … [Read more...]
Stop Yelling: Why Democrats Attacking Trump Hurts Their Chances in 2020
Stop Yelling: Why Democrats Attacking Trump Hurts Their Chances in 2020 by Kevin Wilson You know that point where you just sort of stop listening to the news because you’ve a pretty good idea what’s going to be on? Yeah, I’m kinda there. Okay, sure I keep an ear out for the latest ruckus out of Iran, but that’s mainly because my contract runs out in a few months and I’m … [Read more...]
Not Being There
Not Being There by James Webb Not being there in the suck was probably the toughest part of this war to me, at least. I had the opportunity to attend the world's greatest military academy, West Point, and my short time there was ruined because I had already seen the leaders of men I wanted to walk among and fight shoulder to shoulder at the tip of the spear with. The … [Read more...]
The Ranger Way – A “Peer Eval” on Benghazi Survivor Kris Paronto’s Book
It is fitting with the upcoming, week-long celebration at Fort Benning, Georgia known as “Ranger Rendezvous” to highlight a book published in May 2017. The Ranger Way, written by Kris “Tanto” Paronto, underscores both the value and unique lifestyle of a Ranger. Having both earned the “coveted” Ranger tab and served in 2nd Ranger Battalion, Tanto underscores the importance and … [Read more...]
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