“Tyler Mack” spent 10 years in the US Army, five as a member of the elite Green Berets. As a member of the elite 3rd Special Forces Group he had two deployments to Iraq and one deployment to Afghanistan. Due to the nature of his service, he appears on American Warrior and Havok Journal under an assumed name. He discusses the subject of the things he carried while an officer with the Green Berets and the things that carried him [...]
On April 10th, 2012 Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne was on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan when he was wounded by an IED. The explosion took portions of both arms and legs. He would become one of only five quadruple amputees from Iraq and Afghanistan to survive his injuries. The heroic efforts of men in his unit and teams of surgeons would save his life. But it was up to Travis to rebuild his spirit. [...]
Our military members shoulder unique burdens of stress and sacrifice. Since their founding, Vet Tix has distributed nearly 2 million event tickets to active duty military, veterans and families of military killed in action. Attending these events helps to reduce stress and build family bonds. YOU can help by providing a pair of tickets or a donation to their "Hero's Wish" program. Guest: Al Maag, Chief Marketing Officer
Bowe Bergdahl walked off his post in June of 2009 and was captured and held by the Taliban for five years. Since being returned in a controversial prisoner exchange, his case has become one of the most winding and controversial tests of military justice during the present wars. Now General Robert Abrams has ordered he face a courts-martial. Bergdahl washed out of Coast Guard basic training before receiving a waiver that allowed him to join the Army. An initial investigation [...]
Maj. Gen. Mark Graham and his wife Carol lost two sons fighting different battles. Now they have dedicated their lives to spreading the word about Mental Health Awareness. The Grahams were in Tucson for a special screening of "Project 22" - a documentary about two veterans who rode 6,500 miles across the US to raise awareness about veteran suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing challenges, please visit Vets4Warriors or call the Veterans Crisis Line.
Everyone has heard of the Battle of the Bulge but very few may be familiar with the Battle of the Hurtgen Forest - the longest WWII battle fought on German Soil. Victor Brombert was a member of the special unit named "The Ritchie Boys" and saw his fair share of combat. Victor Brombert recounts his journey from the beaches of Normandy to the Hurtgen Forest.
Lt. General Chris Nowland joins us to help celebrate the 68th Birthday of the United States Air Force.
Photo Credit: Hilltop Times He was raised on the rough streets of Los Angeles and entered the gang life before he was even a teen. Five bullet wounds, several stabbings and a brief stint in jail convinced him he needed to turn his life around. The blue of an Air Force uniform attracted his attention and now he leads tens of thousands of airmen. Chief Master Sergeant Jose Barraza is one of the best speakers I have ever heard.
Navy SEAL Jimmy Hatch A military working dog gave it's life to save his. While recovering from his wounds, Navy SEAL Jimmy Hatch went through some VERY dark times. He even considered suicide. Then he found purpose in a new mission; taking care of those canine warriors that took care of him and his team members. Working dogs saved his life once again. YOU can help! Visit Spike's K-9 Fund to learn more.
Credit: US Army Special Operations Command Is Jade Helm a conspiracy to put Chinese troops at Walmart? A United Nations invasion of Texas? Is there really a pocket of insurgents in San Diego? Yeah...no. Hear the TRUTH about Jade Helm and similar exercises from retired Special Forces Operator Frank Antenori. In his typical fashion, Frank talks very straight in a VERY fun interview.