[ChrisW]

Hello to all members. I saw service in the Australian Regular Army in the 1980s, peacetime, and have always had an interest in military history.

I have written a novel which is to be published in the US next spring, earlier if possilble. The protagonist or hero in the novel is a former Special Forces operative from the fictional 4th Special Forces Group.

Apart from the interesting stories and other information here, I have joined your forum in the hope that I can develop some contacts which would be willing to review some aspects of my writing. I want to ensure that I portray the USSF in the very best possible light and for the descriptions of combat in Afghanistan and Iraq to be authentic.

Anyways, many Australians like me have great affection for the USA and the alliance we have developed with you over the years. If I am out of line in coming to your forum asking for assistance, then I respectfully apologise.

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