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Motivated SPC
 

Hello, my name is James. I am 24yrs old. Married with 3 kids, 2 boys, and a beautiful 2 month old baby girl. Currently stationed in Ft Lewis, WA. I am 11b, just hit my 3 year mark in the Army. I was deployed to RC south, Zhary District in 2012. I have just finished my SF physical and am hoping to get a school date for sfas end of Jan beginning of Feb. I am here to learn as much as possible and train my ass off for selection. -Always First, Seize the High Ground, Bayonet!

Motivated SPC
 

Hello, my name is James. I am 24yrs old. Married with 3 kids, 2 boys, and a beautiful 2 month old baby girl. Currently stationed in Ft Lewis, WA. I am 11b, just hit my 3 year mark in the Army. I was deployed to RC south, Zhary District in 2012. I have just finished my SF physical and am hoping to get a school date for sfas end of Jan beginning of Feb. I am here to learn as much as possible and train my ass off for selection. -Always First, Seize the High Ground, Bayonet!

Hello,
I'm Michael, I am 23 years old. I'm coming up on the end of my 6 years in The Navy as a Rescue Swimmer and H-60 Crewchief. I have one beautiful Daughter, and I'm currently stationed in Norfolk, VA. I'm here to learn what I can and hopefully set up a transition into the army to be an 18X and one day A Green Beret. Thanks.

Took me a while to post here...
 

Greetings,

I am 23 and just graduated from the University of Nebraska.

Right now I'm trying to decide between going to medical school or joining the Army and giving the 18X a go. I've always been fascinated with the military; SF's "smarter, not harder" approach and the cultural side of things--contrasted with Rangers et al-- are appealing to me.

A buddy of mine, a current 1st year med student, is a former Ranger and encourages my military aspirations--he seems to think I've got what it takes based on the guys he knows in SF.

Feel free to send me a PM if you feel like chewing the fat.

Cheers,

Confucius

Hello,
new member & just introducing myself. Former Navy, nothing fancy just std-issue brown-shoe. Live in the southern US, I found this forum quite by accident and I enjoy the more thoughtful aspects of it.

Greetings to all.

Good morning. The effort shows, you guys have a fantastic thing going here!

Good day
 

I have been lurking on this board for several years now. Made an intro back then, but after a precautionary check cannot find it.

I live in Johannesburg South Africa, and am currently employed in the financial services sector. I am a former member of 1 Parachute Battalion SADF and 3 Parachute Bn (CF) known as the Parabats.

My intersts are centred largely around the outdoors hunting hiking etc although time seems to have become very limited for this lately.

I also have an interest in the history of military units and come here to read the opinions of members.

Active Duty guy here. 8 Years so far. Served my first 5 kicking around as Infantry with a "Letter of SF Intent", Got out in 2010 because I thought it was a good idea at the time.

Did a year on Reserves with PSYOP, did a year IRR because I didn't appreciate the climate of the unit, after screwballing a few financial things I took the opportunity to rejoin Active Duty in 2012 as a Mechanic.

Now back in the thick of it and enjoying my Groundhog Day career, that's a story for another thread, baby on the way and finances getting right, I've turned my focus back to my career and what I want it to be, which brings me here.

Been lurking here for a couple years, figured it was a good time to stick my head out of the foxhole and make myself known. I appreciate the resource y'all provide to those of us thinking about Selection.

Back to my corner, I hope to be reporting my attendance to SFAS in the near future.

Hello.
 

You can call me Van. Prior service as a 19D with 3d ACR. I got one deployment under my belt, came home and rode my contract out. I thought I was making the right move at the time. A few years have passed and the more that do the more I realize that I was more at home and at peace with myself in the Army than I am in my actual home. So I've decided I'm going back, come Hell or high water. I'm dropping school after this semester ends to focus on training so I can be as prepared as possible when I take the plunge. I'm taking it one day at a time and my current goal is to be ready, sign, and go as soon as March. I'm a fat body these days, so I've got my work cut out for me but I know what I want and I'm letting nothing stop me. Anyway, my sole purpose here is to lurk, soak up all the information I can, and listen to the advice of those who have gone before me. A sincere Thanks to all the quiet professionals out there who've made this site possible and for all you've done. I will resume and maintain radio silence unless otherwise ordered or I have something worthwhile to contribute.

Hello, Mike here. Recent graduate with a bachelor's in kinesiology and very excited to have enlisted 18x a few weeks ago. Can't wait to get this process started and looking to learn as much as possible on this site before shipping in a few months.

Introduction
 

Joined the military in 1998 and I have been Infantry the entire time. Recently graduated with a degree in Biology and a concentration in Pre-Med. Currently in the National Guard after a 7 year enlistment on active duty. Now I'm a squad leader (11B3V) of a light infantry unit in the Virgnia Army National Guard.

Long time lurker, first time poster
 

Hello everyone,

I'm Dan. Completed my BS in electrical engineering from Ohio University in 2008. Did a government scholarship in Japan after that. Enlisted in the army in 2010 and completed the Q-course in February 2012. Been with 1-1 SFG ever since (ODB1120, ODA1126).

I've been lurking around the boards for the past few years and have found some pretty helpful stuff. I made the field expedient SATCOM antenna last year in Afghanistan, and it was pretty awesome.

Anyway, it's great to be here.

Dan

I'm an 11B with the LRS company out at JBLM.
I've been creeping around here looking at the 18E forum for awhile, decided I'd finally introduce myself.

Thanks for having me
 

My name is Carl. Former reservist who decided to jump in the pipeline as a Specialist(E-4).

I've been reading from this site since I offically started with the signing of my contract. The insight the Quiet Professionals and many of the other members have has helped me and the other 18x's in my group improve drastically. I became a member just to be a more active part of this community.

Thanks for allowing me to join.

Long time troll
 

My name is Steve and I am a SFC, 11B in the MOS Phase of the Q.

I started the Q back in Nov of 2012 and used PS.com as a medium to look thru when I was deciding on my career path, prior to SFAS. I still continue to use this great resource for advice and wisdom, both from a success and failure POV of others.

Hello all,
I'm Thomas, graduated in 2011 with a BA in Economics. Currently I'm in sales and working on my personal fitness in preparation for getting an 18X contract. I truly appreciate the wealth of knowledge that's available on this forum and others like it. The web links and advice that I've found on this forum has greatly helped my exercise regime and given me a much better understanding of what lies in store for me.

Have a great holiday everyone.

Greetings. I am a 27 year old E-5 medic with the CA Army National Guard. Am hoping to attend an upcoming SFRE held by the 19th group and figured introducing myself would be a keen idea in case I had any questions. Thank you for having me, and I've huge amounts of respect for all of you.

Intro
 

I am 23 years old. I am stationed in Hawaii. I intend to go to SFAS shortly after my upcoming PCS. I want to learn as much as possible from this site to become a strong candidate.

Hello
 

Hello –
Thank you for allowing me to be here. I have been reading everything and I very much appreciate both your service and the opportunity to learn from your perspectives.

I did not serve but my son did, as did my father and his father before him. Actually, I’ve had a family member in every generation in every war including the one which created this nation.

On November 1st, 2010, my son was KIA in Khandahar Afghanistan by a VIED. This is not normally something I state by way of introduction, but for this forum I think it is appropriate to be upfront, as this fact does colour many of my opinions. Hence, the ‘handle’ I’ve chosen.

I spend most of my time behind a keyboard, plying my trade as a writer. When I am out in public, most of my time is spent working on, for or with issues of concern to our military and veterans. Even then, amongst those who are most likely to know or understand the title I carry I rarely if ever identify myself as a Gold Star.

The reason for this is simply, it is not about me. I'll talk about my son’s service, what he believed, what he stood for but rarely mention that he died while living those beliefs. To do so changes the focus from him, or the issue or situation, to me, a grieving mother. My grief is private, and I’ve discussed it publicly as much as I ever intend to on my blog. That said, if anyone has any questions, or would like to talk to a GS mom, you can PM me. Here, if I join any discussion, it will be on the larger issues facing our country, military and veterans, seeking your unique perspectives and perhaps offering some of mine.

Welcome ProudGSMom,
We're honored to have you onboard!
TS

Introduction
 

I am 34 years old and have been in the Regiment since 2009. Since then, I have deployed three times to SW Asia as an 18D. Previously, I was an infantryman with the Stryker Brigade and deployed once to Iraq. My team leader introduced me to this website and said it's a good source of information beyond one's own network.

Hello
 

Im a 42 year old CRNA. First, let me say thank you for both your service to our country and for allowing me access to your site. I've enjoyed the tips and resources here in regards to medical topics and fieldcraft. I'm a Scoutmaster and a Oath Keeper from Louisiana.

I'm a 20 year old college student and I plan on enlisting after I graduate. I've wanted to serve in the military, more specifically special operations, for most of my life. It just feels like what I'm meant to do. I'll be completely honest, I'm not entirely sure that I want to try for SF. The first SOF unit I ever heard of was the rangers through the televised best ranger competitions but I didn't know they were SOF, or the concept of special operations really, I just knew they led the way. Then I discovered the 15 minute documentary about the SEALs in the video game SOCOM:US NAVY SEALs and was dead set on becoming a SEAL from the time I was 8 up until about two years ago. However, as I've gotten older I've started reading more about the various SOF units and what they do, and thus my predicament.

As far as me personally, I've played lacrosse at the collegiate level and hope to start playing again. I love training and working out as much as I love playing.

1st post
 

I signed up for this site and didn't know I needed a 1st post a few months ago
I am an 18B and did 5 years in the Infantry as well

As Ordered
 

Infantry officer.
Published on COIN tactics, small war air support and other assorted military topics.
Here to lurk and steal good ideas. :munchin

Greetings
 

Hello the names Chuck

I'm 26 an a e-4, I have supported sof operators with comms for the last 5 years. Now it's time for me to give back to the community and work on becoming an operator. My waiver will be signed for sfas in February then time for a class date. I have a huge amount of respect for this community and hope to stay here for a long time. I joined the site to have some guidance for the road ahead of me. Any support that I can get from you guys would be greatly appreciated.

Chuck

Not impressed.. I would rather hear about your time(s) outside the wire?
I hope you are not inferring plagiarism is acceptable?? :munchin
Sarcastic statements would be better served by hi-lighting them in pink.

Prior E5 exploring my options to enter the SF community. Currently attending college for a M Eng degree. Live at Fort Dix.

Thank you for the time and information put into this website.

-Shroud

Introduction
 

Greetings,

I am a 1LT (III/V PL) in a Combat Aviation Brigade with about 12 months time on station. I am very thankful to have had an excellent group of NCO mentors and I hope to continue to be afforded the opportunity to serve down at the company level for as long as I can.

I aspire to attend SFAS with my year group. Until then, I am just continuing to work on becoming the best leader and soldier that I can. I hope that when the dust clears, I am a good fit for SF.

Thank you all for the wisdom and advice passed along on the forums. If anyone was a prior support branch who transitioned over to being an 18A, I would love to talk to you about ways to set my azimuth straight.

1LT, 11A serving in the ARNG. I'm here to study and learn. Hoping to attend SFRE once eligible.

Hello, all.

Active duty Air Force interested in Special Forces. Here for some good information on training and preparation. See you on the boards.

overdue intro
 

Joined the site in 2011 on my way to SWC, and now am an 18D on an a-team. Prior 35P, served in OIF as a 19D, now I have my dream job. I always keep an open mind for learning and invite experiences to be shared. Thanks for having me PS.

My Intro
 

My name is Nick and I have been interested in the Special Forces for a long time. I have come to the forums to learn all I can from those who have actually been there.

Hello all,

I'm a 1LT stationed at Sam Houston. I've been lurking here for quite a while, soaking up all the information and tips I've come across. I've submitted my packet and waiting for a board to convene in March '14 to compete for a slot for SFAS.

Definitely open for any advice or suggestions.

Good morning. Im stationed at fort hood. I feel that after being in for 2.5 years the army isnt challenging to me at all. its boring.
My brother in law is in 1st group and he loves it and talking to him about it probably impacted me to want it. when i get back from korea next year ill talk to the recruiter and go. ill have 9-10 months to prepare myself so I hope to learn a lot here. thanks!

Good morning I am a E-4 in the USN currently in the process of transfering via the blue to green program for an 18 X-RAY contract. I am on the Professional Soliders website to better prepare myself for SFAS.

Intro
 

Hello all, I am a 25 year old university student with 6 years active and 2 reserve in the navy. I suppose I should admit now that while unknowingly, I did not make this introduction my first post as instructed, although I did read the rules several times I suppose I did not pay sufficient attention to detail and I apologize.

For the past several years I have known I want to be part of the special forces community but have been torn between the SEALS, and Green Berets. The deciding factor for me is a long story but if you are interested in hearing about it feel free to message me and I would be happy to explain. Suffice it to say now that I have decided Green Beret is the path I desire I am committed whole heatedly to becoming one of the army's elite warriors. I have already spent hours on end going over the wealth of knowledge available on this site as a non member and am very much looking forward to learning as much as possible from its members.

My name is Joe Nelson living in Cincinnati,Ohio. I served with SF in RVN during 1972-73 on A362 at the Long Hai training camp. Later, I served in the 11 th SFGA at Kings Mills, Ohio as a 11B4S. My final assignment was with the Ohio NG until my retirement in 1992...tired of being an instructor!

My regular civilian job was as a pilot for an airline based here in Cincinnati in 2004 and my retirement.

Welcome, Joe. I know you from RWF. I'm E6B there.

ETA: Joe is ZALO qualified. Zero Altitude/Low Open. ;)

Pat