Introduction
 

I appreciate the inclusion here. Name - John. Service- Commel, 7th signal, 7th, and the 11th. Years '79-85. Back when code ruled. We just had a reserve team reunion-it was great to see the guys. ZZZ

Welcome aboard ZZZ!

Retired PSYOPer
 

Retired from the Army in 2008 after 25 years. Did 18 of the 25 in USASOC as a PSYOPer with 4 years in HHC, 19th SFG.

Hello, my name is Kent. I've come to learn and hopefully apply what i've learned here, and go to selection. I'm a mechanic in the 82nd , 25 yrs. old, and a pretty hard charger. I like the life style of SF and CAG operators, the gear, the treatment, and the brotherhood. Thanks and GOD Bless.

My name is Jeff. I have recently sworn in and am awaiting a delayed entry on 18x in the US Army Active.

Due to this, I will not release a lot of information publicly, although will provide information if asked privately by a Quiet Professional.

I don't plan on posting much, however, I do plan on reading everything and anything I come across.

Thank you for all the help and service every member has given.

Hey everyone, been lurking here reading through threads for a few months now, figured it was time to make an account. I'm currently active duty USAF Security Forces, serving missile security and as part of the TRF/EST team. Im looking to finish up my time and switch into the Army as SF, most likely in the guard. Currently have 3 years TIS and 3 remaining, in the mean time I'm just training my ass off and trying to learn as much as possible about the selection process, SF operations etc. Much respect to everything you guys do... Hopefully I'll be working along side you soon.

Gentlemen,

First let me apologize for just now getting my intro post, posted. I have been on the site since Feb 2010, though I have not posted till recently. I have gained some great info from many of the threads and posts. Any question I've searched for have been answered, without having to ask. Thank you. You have helped me a great deal.

I am currently a DoD Contractor and have been deploying wherever the job has taken me for the last four + years. As a Pilot, I have been lucky and humbled to have worked for/with some great people. Having never served in our Armed Forces, I have to admit I was more than a little nervous taking the job. I had no idea what to expect. I have to say that the experience has been nothing but positive and I have made friendships like no others.

When at home I enjoy old cars of all types, mainly good Ol American Muscle. I also enjoy aviation history and have been fortunate enough to fly some classic WWII airplanes, shooting and spending time with the Wife.

Hope I don't come off as sounding to goofy or anything.

Thanks again for allowing me to be a member of this community.

Hello, I'm Anton, and I'm currently working on completing my associate's degree in college. It is my intention to enlist as an active duty soldier later next year, or in early 2015. I've been lurking as a guest here since early 2011.

My main purpose on this forum is to develop a career path in the U.S. Army before I enlist, with SF as my end goal.

I will mostly be reading and absorbing as much as I can from the Quiet Professionals here before enlisting, aside from the occasional question or two.

Thank you for providing access to this fantastic community for hopefuls like me.

- Golgo 47

Making it Happen
 

Hey all, honored to be here. I finished my undergraduate degree over the summer and am enlisting later this year; hopeful 18X edit: don't qualify because of medical waiver and exploring other options. I'm excited and grateful for the wealth of information and inspiration held here.

Hello
 

Hello, I am 24 years old and live in West Virginia. I've been very interested in Special Forces for a long time. Many thanks to those who are serving or have previously.

Introduction
 

My name is Mike former Army 11 Bravo, 5/16 1st ID & 3/17 7th ID (Ft. Ord). Came across the site via Stolen Valor. Hope to keep current on weapons and gear as well as anything else I may pick up.

I am in the same boat as far as doing unfulfilling private sector work and being a college grad. Good luck to you - I will be signing an 18X contract in the next two weeks as an old man at 28 as well.

From all the researching and reading I have done on SF, it amazes me how diverse the SF crowd is. Working professionals, students with college degrees, prior service military guys, etc. I am extremely encouraged by the stories of a lot of the SF soldiers out there, and I can't wait to get in the mix!

Greetings everyone,

Currently an Infantry LT/PL in the CA NG. Very disappointed with the way my military career has turned out so far. The NG life has been nothing but a downer to me ever since I commissioned and I am now in the process of trying to get to a better place.

Special Forces has been a goal of mine ever since I began talking to the recruiter in college. For the past year or so, I have been preparing to take the SFRE (have to wait untill I am promotable) but I have recently come to the conclusion that I would much rather resign my commission and go 18x.

I have talked to the recruiter, and he said he could make it happen on his end if I can get the paper work from my CoC. Now just going back and forth in my head with my options. Came to this site to help the decision making process.

27 y/o, very healthy, and very motivated. I look forward to seeing what everyone has to say.

-Johnny

Following Simple Instructions
 

I'm a civilian. Enlisting soon. Came across the site through sheer happenstance. Grateful to all of you who allow us regular joe blows to benefit from your expertise on these various and sundry subjects to which I, at least, have great interest and less experience than I'd like. Wouldn't have made a profile at all, except I wanted to express my thanks for the advice and the invitation to your house. Aside from this obligatory post of gratitude and welcome in accordance with standing orders, I'll likely not be speaking unless spoken to.

Thanks again.

Hello everyone. I am a 20 year old "kid" in college pursuing degrees in Nursing and Intelligence Studies. I've been lurking around the site for years, but as I have started to close in on the final two years of college and the biggest decisions of my life; it seems like a wise idea to join (that and search function can only be used by members.).

Honestly I intend to acquire an 18x contract and hopefully become an 18D, but will first have to acquire a medical waiver because of a very complicated childhood (benign brain tumor, reconstructed feet, and (had) severe asthma among other things) . However that being said I have decided to dedicate myself to this 100%, I approach my training and prep as do or die with no other alternatives (I am aiming far above standards ). Becoming SF has always been a dream and goal of mine (yes I know I romanticize it a fair bit). I understand the general mission sets of SF and have had conversations both attempting to persuade and dissuade me from pursing anything to do with the army; however I am determined to become SF no matter what.

Big post but I probably will not post much again, if at all, because I do have access to people I can ask most questions (can use the search button now) and I do not like to chime in on matters in which I am not an expert or experienced.
Thank you for all the information provided on this site!

Hello
 

I am a retired (2008) SF SNCO. I spent most of my time in 1st GRP from 1990-2008. I still keep in touch with many old team mates and SF friends.

Former 18D from 3/10 here. DOL.

Hi, I'm 28 with work experience in veterinary medicine, emergency medicine and law enforcement. I've been browsing this site for a while, reading in preparation for an 18x contract. I've been drawn to SF for a while now, and I feel that now is the time to follow my dream to be a part of a group of such extraordinary individuals.

Thanks to the admin who recommended I clear my browser history so I can post.

I wonder who that was.....:munchin

Welcome aboard. If you're thinking about joining SF read a lost first. It's not just a job....
Team Sergeant

Intro
 

I have recently turned twenty, and am heading into the 18X program through a conditional release with the USAR as a SPC/E4 42A Human Resources Spec., I must say that this is my calling thus far, and I look forward to earning the title of Green Beret.... Cast or Tab.

Parsons - NM, USA.

Hello, I'm a Traffic Controller and I work for Elizabeth River Crossings, served 20 years in the U.S. Navy and love to have fun. Thank you for letting me join this group.:lifter

Hello, first I want to express my thanks and gratitude to all the QP's and others that have served, continue to serve and will serve in our armed forces. Thank you all.
I am a civilian, 44 years old. I have been a full time fly fishing guide since 92', 12 years in NW New Mexico and SW Colorado and the last 9 years in Nor Cal. This is an amazing site, thank you for allowing me to be here.

Radio Check
 

Hi to ALCON. I'm a newby guest, retired US Navy (Surface Warfare). I noticed that a few of the 18E guys were referencing some of the AN/GRC-109 / RS-1 radio set information that I had posted elsewhere. The resulting thread was interesting.

I'm here to learn and maybe answer some questions about vintage portable field commo equipment if I can. OPSEC always....
Thanks, Tim
AR

hello all,
I recently enlisted in the UT guard 19th group, waiting to ship out in March for basic and AIT. Im active in Triathlons, Cycling, swimming, hunting, and anything else outdoors. Im very much looking foreword to finishing college and getting started with the military path. Thank you.

New member
 

I am graduating from college this spring and have been accepted into OCS through a 09S contract. I ship to basic immediately after graduation and hope to branch infantry. I have my 500 meter target set on eventually making it through the course and becoming a 18A. Looking forward to contributing where I can and taking from this site helpful info when it presents itself. Thank you for your service.


KW

28 yrs old, was reservist since 2008 and now I am in active to reclass to 35P.
Prior MOS was 68W and looking to build professionalism through Army as my career.

Native Speaker as 35P and hope find my way into SOTA, I was language contractor in bragg before and that open my mind and makes me want to go active instead stay as reservist.

Any tips about SOTA will be appreciate.
as far as I know, get 280 on PT, volunteer to go Airborne. then the new course for SOTA, and as 3/3 DLPT native speaker I should be in good shape. There is any age limit for SOTA?

Thanks y'all.

Introduction
 

I am currently an artillery PL/XO in the ARNG. I'm also a civilian police officer. I'm 27 years old and still hounding my chain of command for a chance at ranger school. I've all but given up hope of going to ranger school as an artillery officer in the guard (one of my largest military goals not yet achieved), so I've been looking at other options (one of which is possibly resigning my commission). Since looking into the special forces option, I've become obsessed with it. I've read books, articles, forums, etc. I'm taking the next step now, and hopefully I can gain some insight and wisdom from the many quiet professionals here. I look forward to chatting with everyone who is willing to offer some advice! Thanks!

Redleg

Hello everyone, I'm 24 years old I got my 18X contract 2 months ago shipping out in a couple days.

Good luck with your military career

Glad To Be Here
 

Retired 18Z. Served 23 years with 18 in the Regiment. After retirement worked 8 years as a DoS WPS contractor/instructor. Now semi-retired, give private hand gun instruction in my AO, and do a little consulting on occasion.

Quite a few guys I've worked with over the years on here, so I figured it was about time to become a member. Glad to be here and thanks for the admission.

VonHawk

1st post
 

Currently in the Army and just looking for more information on SF. I have friends who are in the pipeline and just thought I would read up on it more.

New member Umiami2014
 

Hello all, I'm looking into signing a 18X contract along with a fellow battle buddy of mine I was deployed with in 2009. I graduate Fall 2014 from the University of Miami, however, I want to stay on the enlisted side first and hopefully get picked for 18D. If Army needs dictate otherwise, so be it. Thanks for the plethora of information on the forums!

V/R
Joshua

Retired Army Officer, 20 years active and 8 years reserve. Did my first 8 years enlisted then went the ROTC route. Most of my career was spent in Field Artillery before permanently switching to my functional area. Last 2 assignments were Joint doing Information Warfare at JC2WC & JIOC then retired from the dreaded DoD IGs office. After that I rolled over to the dark side as a defense contractor supporting the Intel Community. In my spare time I teach SCUBA.

New Troop.
 

Hi all my name is Cody i'm 21 and I've been in the Army for 3 years now, i'm Active Duty. Ive been in SOF my whole career so far and have been one of the lucky few that has been deployed with a group and lived with an ODA and got to do some cool ass Ops with them, greatest time of my career so far! Im currently deployed and have been working my butt off to get in better shape so i can drop my packet and head out to SFAS i'm here to gain all the wisdom I can from all the QP's here and any advice i can get my hands on before selection. Also looking for a good mentor. Good day to all and see you on the Drop Zone. All the way.

New guy
 

Hello everyone,

I am an old 1st Group banger. (70-71). Arrived at Ft Bragg Dec. 1969. Spent Christmas 69 guarding the gate at Camp McCall. Went thru phase I and then commo (05B4S). Then after phase III, shipped out to Okinawa. Worked at the old Camp Hardy till they closed, then Company C.
Thanks, glad to be here. :rolleyes:

Hello,

I am a 24 year old who does not currently service in any military branch but joined this forum to gain more knowledge of SOF. I have grown up in a farming community in the Midwest my hole life and played college football. Unsure of what to do after college I have a good job working at a heavy equipment manufacturer. But it has been on my mind to enlist and be apart of something bigger than myself much like I found in athletics .

Thank you for all who contribute to this site and to all who serve in for the United States of America!

Retired CSM
 

I've been retired since 98, with 28 yrs svc. Ret as 00Z5P and called Bragg home for at least half my career. Most of the time I was 91B/54B, but as most know you roll a whole bunch of other stuff, letters and numbers into the pot. Spent time in Tolz, Vicenza and places further south and East. I guess I just want to keep somewhat in the net. Now I live in the Redoubt in a 12x16 cabin and command chickens, goats and dogs. (absolutely no sheep need apply. I instructed at 300F1 but never wore the green, always maroon. That being said I just could'nt seem to keep away from you guys. Everytime you started something I got pulled in.:D Anyway this feels like home. I came across this site while looking for an old friend named Pat Brogan, sadly I was a little late. Thanks for the gathering. Some may know me by my old call sign, Rockydoc.

Intro
 

Hello everyone! I'm 24 years old and a 68W by trade. I'm with a rifle company up at Ft. Drum. I'm attending selection early next year and if I make the grade I aim to reclass 18D.

A little bit about me
 

My name's Ian, I'm 22 years old, currently serving with 4/2 CR out of Rose Barracks, Germany. I am married to the most supportive wife, we have no kids. I set a goal for myself at the beginning of my military career (just over 2 years ago) that I would continue to work and prepare myself to attend and pass the Q-course. I and more than eager to learn all there is to learn about Special Forces and the community as a whole.

Hello
I am 33 and a 13M in the Colorado NG. I am hoping to go to transfer the SWTD soon. I am waiting for a spot to open. I currently train with crossfit, rucking and running as much as possible. SF has always been a goal of mine and I feel like I'm at a point and my life that I can accomplish it.