Introduction
 

I am currently finishing my degree at George Mason University (last semester). My degree will be in Middle Eastern Studies with a minor in Arabic.

I am 26 years old and have traveled quite a bit through developing countries.

I became interested in this site after stumbling across it during a shift at work as a researcher.

I am definitely interested in enlisting with an 18x contract but will need a minor medical waiver (which I know the Army is not giving and I will not be asking questions as if you are MEPS doctors). So until that policy is changed, I am here to lurk and to learn and if it is not changed, then I will move on and work for the State Dept or a non-profit where I can hopefully still have some sort of an impact.

Thank you for all of the valuable information you have take the time to put on this site.

Introduction
 

Hello,
I am currently enrolled in my first semester of engineering school. My concentration is in mechanical engineering. I just earned my EMT-B certification this past May. I will be joining Army ROTC next semester, but want to enlist after college. I love the outdoors, and competition.

Introduction
 

I am a former SF Medic 91B(S) earning my flash in 1970. My first duty assignment was the 10th SFG where I re-enlisted (hated cold weather training) for an assignment with the 5th SFG (B-36/A 362) later re-designated USARVITG when the 5th SFG retired its colors and returned to Ft. Bragg. After extended service in RVN I returned to the 5th SFG at Ft. Bragg in 1973. In 1974 I was assigned to the USAIMA/JFKCSW where I was an instructor to other SF Medics in-training at the "goat lab". The Army was going through a general RIF at that time and rumors were flying the SF was to be disbanded. Facing the risk of being in a regular Army unit (a fate worse than death), I chose to become a civilian after nearly 7 years of service. I went back to school and earned a doctoral degree in Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry. Today, I am a bio-entrepreneur and medical research scientist at the "tip of the spear" in a radically changing industry. Feels like home! I am thankful for my SF training every day in this changing environment. I have recently reconnected with some of the old guard (Col. Steve Yevich, MD USSOCOM and an SF Medic class mate). Yeah, I know we are "old" :o Too many I knew have passed (SGM Frank Hillman, SGM Darcy, SGM Szabados, SGT Buddy Richmond - another SF medic class mate) {Salute} I hope to hear from more of you through this site.

Howdys!
Seems my other intro post was archived.

HHD 3/12 at Hamilton.

18e Nov85.

Joined the CHP in 88. Been there since.


Still trying to get vetted here. I've cleared my cache and cookies. Still no go. :confused:

Can someone drop me a pm and help me out?

Have been in the National Guard for 8 years, did two OIF deployments and one OEF deployment, mostly doing support and rear echelon stuff. Currently drilling with 19th Grp in Denver with the intent of going to SFAS, don't have a class date yet.

Intro
 

Ladies and Gentlemen,

I appreciate you allowing me to be a member of the forum. I spent 4 years in the Marines and served in OIF/OEF, supporting various units as a Combat Engineer from '06-'10. I recognize many of you from other forums that I'm on, and I'm sure that since you're here and posting, it's a good forum to be on. Since I've been out, I've been doing the whole overseas contracting thing and while I know it won't last, I enjoy the work but I love the community. Obviously I won't really anything to contribute in the SF categories around here, however I'm more then willing to partake in some friendly conversation.

S/F

Introduction
 

Hello everyone,

Currently enlisted in the 18X program with a ship date early next year. Excited to get to Ft. Benning for initial training. I'd like to thank the QP's and Admins for establishing this forum. I have already found some invaluable information and lessons to add to the "ruck".

NS

Wanting to learn
 

Hello Everyone,

Before I proceed to introduce myself I want to take a moment to recognize and thank the administrators and operators who take time to manage and contribute to this site. I have been searching through various boards for a few hours and the information I have found thus far is invaluable. So thank you.

That being said, my name is Corey. I am 24 years old and a prior service member. I spent 4.5 years in the Navy as a Corpsman before I made the decision to continue my education. While on active duty I made it a goal to make it into one of the various “special units” that were available. I initially entered the Navy with a BUD/s contract which is similar to the 18X contract. But I dropped it before shipping to basic because I was not guaranteed any medical education if I went that route. In retrospect I am glad I didn’t because I was not mentally ready for it. However, once in Corps School (MOS training) I was introduced to the Marine Reconnaissance pipeline. So I screened (500m swim, Max pull-up, 2 min push-up, 2 min sit-up and a 1.5 mile run in boots and utes) and passed. As long as I passed Corps School I would get cut orders to the pipeline. Long story short Corps School→ Field Medical Training Battalion→ Marine Corps Basic Reconnaissance Course→ Army Airborne→ SOCM and this is where I got myself into some trouble. Even longer story short, I was dropped for disciplinary reasons but the Reconnaissance community decided I was worth retaining and I was able to serve with 2D Recon Bn until I got out.

Looking back now there are some choices I would have made differently since I stepped on my own feet. But I am grateful for the guys I worked with and those senior to myself that decided I was worth keeping around.

Now that I am out I miss the camaraderie I had in Bn. SF has been a thought of mine for a few years (previously considered the Blue to Green Program) but though the grass is greener on the other side (civilian life). Well it isn’t. So I am going to finish my degree, workout and then get back in. I will do whatever it takes to achieve my goals, which I know are very achievable now that I have some clearly defined goals as well as a plan to achieve them.

I am sure that is way more than enough of an intro, possibly a little too much. If you managed to read this far I thank you for sticking with me.

-Corey

Introduction
 

Hello,

I am 21 years old, and currently a senior at UNC-Chapel Hill studying Peace, War and Defense. I am in the process of enlisting with an 18x contract. I am hoping to ship out in the summer/fall of 2013 after I graduate. Right now I am learning as much as a possible about SFAS and the Q course, as well as training and rucking as hard as I can. This site has been a wonderful source of information, and any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you all for your service to this great country.

Two cents from the back bench.
 

Welcome to PS.com.

If you think that graduate school may be in your future, please consider the advantages of writing a senior honor's thesis and also developing relationships with professors in the program. Ideally, both the thesis and the relationships will center around your intended field of study.

Good advice - but remember this is the Intro forum and the PM function is active. Richard

Hello, all. My name is Jon, I'm 28, and I'm currently finishing up the enlistment process to join the Illinois NG with the intent of joining the 20th SFG in Chicago. One of my friends was AD SF for over 5 years and has been coaching me, but there is a wealth of information here that I have been perusing as well.

Hello everyone.
 

Hey there,

I'm Jay, I'm 27 and a former Infantryman. I spent a little under 5 years in the service, but ended up having to get because of health reasons thanks to Iraq. I'm currently waiting on the VA disability to kick in (good thing I haven't held my breath) and going to school while also spending a lot of my time writing.

I found this site while studying Stolen Valor claims, and think it's great how well represented the QP's are in regards to outing the frauds. If anyone deserves to have their legacy preserved, it is the men of the Special Forces. Thank you, guys.

The Quieter the Better
 

Hello all, I am joining yourselves from across the pond. UK. Just wanted to have a look at how our US Cousins conduct themselves.

Kind Regards.

QB934

Greetings. First, I'd like to thank all the QPs here for their service to our country, and for the sacrifices they and their families make. My family and I are grateful. Thank you, also, for allowing me to be a guest in your home. I am not in the military, although I have considered it. If I could turn back time, I would go back and correct that mistake.

I am an anesthesiologist who's hobby has turned into a paying job teaching basic firearms classes to beginners. I found this website while researching stolen valor, and have stayed to take advantage of the wealth of information available here. I also have a friend who is a major in the 20th SF Group here in Maryland, although he is not a member here.

Again, thank you for your service and allowing me in your house. This will probably be my only post, as you already have many medical personnel here with more tactical medicine experience than I, and I do not tend to run my mouth, especially on subjects that I know little about.

If I were to stand on a battlefield with you, you would not be a "cousin".
We refer to you as "brothers in arms". (Cousins is too distant.)

Welcome aboard Brother.

Team Sergeant

Good Day to All
 

Hello my name is Charlie I am a proud army husband in fort carson co
. I am trying to be a better man for my wife while she is deployed to RC east, even though she says there is nothing more I can do.
She is an IED magnet (88M10) she is the M2 gunner on an MRAP and I am very proud of her and im sorry for braging but she shot better than anyone in the platoon on 240B and M2 and my best friend is the driver. I should say my other best friend because my wife is my first best friend. I wil take up no more time and apologies if I have taken up to much room. Have a great day.

Charlie

Greetings All
 

Hi, I'm John a US Army Retiree with 20 years of service. Spent most of my career in Airborne Infantry Units. I have participated in many Joint Operations with SOF Units, and have many friends in SF. My heartfelt thanks to all currently serving or who have served defending the American Way of Life

Hello,

I am twenty two years old. I am currently working on enlisting into the army. I was born and raised in Michigan but currently live in Ohio. All my life I have dreamed of serving in the military. The first thing I told my mother I wanted to be was a Navy Seal, and my dreams haven't changed too much from there.

As of today I am less than a month from joining and I couldn't be happier. I've always been a big supporter of the armed forces and always will be. I thank the ones who have served before me for maintaining freedom and I am proud to say that I will soon join in the cause.

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Greetings
 

I'm 19 years old. I am a university student. I graduate with my BA the same month I turn 20, at which point I am pursuing an 18x contract. I've been browsing this forum for a while getting lots of useful advice. There is so much knowledge and experience here that I hope to soak up before I leave. Thank you for everything.

Howdy, I am an active duty 11B with the 3d CR stationed at Ft. Hood. I joined this forum to get some information about SF and the community and see how it would impact my life by family. I know that there is a SF Recruiting Station on Hood but I would like to get some wisdom here before I talk to the recruiter about dropping my packet.

Hello I am Ben and I am a senior at my local high school.
I am the Vice President of the Armed Forces club at my high school.
I am currently the Epee Captain of my high school varsity fencing team.
I was President of the Teen Leadership Club at my local YMCA.

Welcome all!

Team Sergeant

Hello everyone
 

My name is Charlie. I have been a long time lurker (almost 6 years!) and reader. One of my best friends is a medic with 5th group who I greatly admire - he introduced me to this forum. In the spring, after much discussion with my wife, I intend to sign my Rep-63 contract with the Texas National Guard and try out for SF.

Thank you to all of the Quiet Professionals who contribute to this forum. Your experience and knowledge are invaluable to those of us who one day wish to join your ranks.

Greetings Gentlemen.
 

My name is Brian and I am a 28 year old law enforcement officer in the state of Louisiana for 5 years serving with patrol, SRT and narcotics.

I have also been enlisted with the Louisiana Army National Guard having served now for 11 years, two combat deployments to Iraq '04-'05 and 2010. I am a Squad Leader Mortar Platoon HHC 2/156 INF.

It is a pleasure to be here and to take all the information that I can from this site, the support and QPs. Where I feel my input can be useful it wil be added other the that I will stay in my lane and make use of the search bar.

Again thank you gentlemen for allowing myself and others to use and enjoy this forum.

Greetings and Salutations Professional Soldiers,

My name is Brian and I am a 41 year old National Guard helicopter mechanic. I found this sight last year and followed it closely since. I know a lot of younger guys may think it ridiculous, but I would like to be a member of this group of outstanding individuals. I am scheduled to deploy soon and I will spend every spare moment that I have studying and training to earn the opportunity to "Tab or Cast" when I return.
Thank all Military here for your service and your commitment to this Country and the Rights we continue to fight for in our Constitution. God bless you all...

Intro
 

Greetings one and all! I have 13 years of military service. Most active duty, a little reserves and some AGR NG. I was guided to this great site by a friend. I must say it is absolutely mind numbingly wonderful to find like minded people to learn from and share with on a stable and well maintained site. I look forward to any knowledge and friendships that I may gain through you all.

Shep aka "centurionThree7"

Hello from the marmot.
 

Hello guys! 26 yo prior service here. Im on the older side of the spectrum, but I have the fitness of a 20 yo. I am currently working on the 18x program option paperwork and love the site. I have no real mentorship up here in Missoula, MT, so you guys are a godsend. I am currently in college working on three simultaneous degrees and got a bit of the gypsy spirit kicking in. I had a selection date previously and have taken the DLAB (115), but I deemed myself not mature enough at the time. Old dreams don't die... you just give up on them or grow out of them... I did neither with this one.

Hello to all
 

My name is Ryan. I am 23 years old living in Utah. I am married with three children, two girls and a boy. I am spanish/english bilingual.

I do not currently know really what my PT is, but my pushups are.....58 nonstop. I bet I could do at least 10 pullups right now and have no idea what my run or situps would be.

I want to get into the Army and into SF, and I am grateful for this site and the information here. I promise not to ask questions or make comments without good reason and much research first.

I will respect all of the QP's on here and all other veterans and their advice/opinions on any subject matter.

Once I get my wife's immigration papers and what not taken care of and my behind in great shape (again, I used to compete in olympic lifting) I will be signing up with an 18x contract. I tried and failed last year due to legal matters on behalf of my spouse, so I know what the recruiting process is like now.

Thank you for this site and your service.

rdbruggy's Intro
 

Hello,
My name is Robert. I am currently in college, have just finished my AS degree, but am considering serving in the military. I always try for the top, not just to pass, but to succeed, so I have been looking into the best that the military has, the Special Forces. I have nothing but the highest respect and admiration for these men who have succeeded in becoming the very best they can be, and serving our country as they have dedicated their service to. I appreciate the opportunity learn and glean some advice from these great men, in an effort to potentially follow in their footsteps, as they lead the way for all of us. Thanks so much for all that you do,
With respect and gratitude,

Robert

Welcome all!

Note that there is no charge for using the Search button here as much as you want, but there may be one for starting redundant threads or not following the board rules.

Best of luck.

TR

Jimbo Intro
 

Hi everyone. I'm 27, I live in Florida.
I enlisted in the FL National Guard in 2002 as a 12B Combat Engineer, though a year or so later they consolidated the Engineer branch to 21 series.
Deployed all over Florida for all of the hurricanes that hit back in 2004. My unit was called to active duty in March 2005 for an Afghanistan rotation, returned in mid 2006 and returned to school.
Graduated from Florida State University, go Noles. Commissioned as an 11A in the Georgia National Guard.
I looked into the 20th Group in 2006 after I came back, but decided to finish school first. Looking at the 20th again now that I'm getting close to being a Captain, and I'm sure I'll have some questions.

Hello!
My name is Paulo, I'm 46 and I'm portuguese.
I'm a Sargento Ajudante in PO Army (like Seargent First Class -OR7)
I join the army in 1987 in the Commandos Regiment and latter join the Special Operations (PO special forces) - I've done some JCET with guys from USSF.
I've been spending my military life in Commandos, Special Operations and Seargents School (instructor).
I've been deployed in Moçambique, East Timor, Guiné, Kosovo and Afghanistan (2005/06)
By the moment I'm in Kabul (CW) in my 2nd tour with the Commandos Coy wich provides force protection for PO Mentor Advisers Team.

I salute all the Quiet Professionals that are fighting the insurgents and I paid my deep respect for all that gave their lives serving the freedoom.

"Audaces Fortuna Juvat"

Paulo - welcome to the site. Thank you for your service

Hello everyone. Even though I don’t plan on posting, it feels odd to lurk without some sort of intro.

First off, I am a female. That would (correctly) imply that I am not SF, nor will I ever be. I joined for two reasons: one, because I am dating someone who aspires to go into this line of work and is currently in the pipeline, and two, to use the search bar to more readily find answers to the questions I may have.

Since I won’t be asking any national security questions, let’s keep it semi-vague, shall we? I live in an unreasonably expensive suburb near an unreasonably expensive city in an unreasonably expensive state. I have a college degree in chemical engineering, which was not a wise move seeing as how I despise desk work. Working in oil and gas at the moment, we will see where that takes me. My job will eventually put me all over the world if I can suck it up and earn my stripes jockeying this desk.

I am here to learn (as the username implies). You all are a vast supply of knowledge and experience that I hope to tap. I have already started by reading a few books, but a lot of the things I have learned here by lurking I don’t think I could have learned through published text. These things are quite unsettling to me, honestly. My brain tends to run with ideas, going to the worst case scenario immediately and preparing for it. Maybe ignorance is bliss, but I have a thirst to learn and I won’t settle for not knowing. Stupidity (or ignorance in my case) is not an excuse, and I will not be apathetic when I can change it.

Thank you for putting this forum together and for the expertise you provide. I really appreciate it.

Since I’m long winded, a synopsis: I am a female (therefore not SF, now or future), I don’t plan on posting after this one, and I am here to learn. Back to lurking I go, now with the ability to use the search bar…

Introduction
 

Hello. My name is Thomas. I am an 11A with the United States Army. I am here for the opportunity to learn. Thank you for allowing me to do so.

Mtdohert Introduction
 

Hi,

My name is Mark and I found this site through Google. I am attempting to obtain an 18x contract. If it turns out I cannot obtain an 18x contract I will enlist as an 11X and work from there. I am 26 and have a degree in Mechanical engineering. I am also in the process of obtaining a master's degree (2013 graduation date). This site is very impressive. I have found an answer to every question I had regarding Special Forces. I wish research were always made this easy.

I want to serve my country because my country has given me so much. I have been given safety, comfort, an education and so much more. I also want more out of this life than just a paycheck. I believe the Army can give this to me; whether it is in Special Forces or a conventional unit.


Mark

Hi, My name is Thomas. I want to learn as much as I can, I will be going to MEPS this next Monday to sign my contract. I am hopefully getting a 18x. This has been a great resource for finding information. Thank you for the information and service.

Hello All
 

Hi. Details on public profile. Looking forward to the journey and all I will learn about external stuff and myself. I appreciate this site and the posts by the members as a valuable resource. Thanks for taking the time to do this in addition to everything else. That is all from me; now, back to reading.

Introduction
 

Hello my name is Nathan. I am 20 years old and I have an 18-Xray contract to leave on 20130311. SF is a lifelong dream for me and is a path that I am seriously preparing for physically, mentally, and spiritually. I appreciate this site and the knowledge it offers and I am excited to continually get better daily through my preparation and training.