As a member of some of the first Special Forces teams inserted into Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks, Scott Neil was part of a Combatant Commanders In-Extremis force conducting unique operations targeting Al-Qaeda and Taliban leadership. He co-founded "Horse Soldier Bourbon" to honor service, sacrifice and American Craftmanship.
The hit HBO film "Taking Chance" was inspired by Lt. Col. Michael Strobl's 12 page essay he wrote about his experiences escorting the remains of Private Chance Phelps back to his hometown. Mike joins us to discuss the experience.
Clayton is President and CEO of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. He served over 40 years in uniform including three tours with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. His last active duty assignment was as Director of Operations in the U.S. Special Operation Command.