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One thing I would suggest is that we build the operation around the most limiting factor of battle in this case, and in many cases it’s tactical communications. To many times the maneuver leaders, especially at the tactical edge, (DIV and Below) selects the training terrain, the training objectives, lay the logistics and have a plan to synchronize lethality then call in the S6 to get it talking. I recommend flipping the paradigm. Plan the comms and then lay everything else on top of it. Great discussion keep up the good work gents! Update: 27:38 hits it on the head. 😂
What I am curious is how I saw so many ford raptors and high trim level fords as government vehicles but the barracks looks as if you could contract cancer from them. I would have much rather slept outside than be in those buildings. Also I strive to eat healthy and be healthy but what the army feeds us is just crap. If you want us to be healthy then feed us the right way.
This discussion is pure "professional" gold for Army leaders and Company and Field Grade Officers to listen and garnish experience and the wisdom from it. Thanks gentlemen, true professionals!
So, As an retired "Screaming Eagle," (3/327th, 1st BCT, 90-92) how'd 2nd BCT/101st ABN do in the "box" in their process of relearning lessons from the past?
@TheCrucible-TheJRTCExperience I'm more interested in seeing "The Artist Formally Known as Panther 6" and the current Panther 6 to talk after this rotation. Can you confirm if that is planned?
A lot of great words. I’m just a SPC here who joined late in life (under 3 years in and 28 years old). The way he describes what an NCO should be unfortunately is not what I see for the most part. I actually just had a conversation with a 1SG where we talked about expectations of a junior enlisted soldier. He said PRT (being fit) is a main part of being a soldier. I agreed wholeheartedly. He asked me my ACFT score and I told him 540. He told me that’s a garbage score and I’m failing as a soldier then. Seriously. Word for word that’s what he told me. Now I’m 28 years old. He couldn’t hurt my feelings if he tried all day, but I can imagine some impressionable 18 or 19 year old and how they would take that type of feedback. Maybe I’m wrong and that’s how a 1SG should be. But it felt so wrong and so disappointing. And I see examples of this again and again and again. If the goal is to have NCOs who are “personable” and who “care”…there’s a lot of work to be done. Keep in mind though, I’ve been in 2 units under only 3 different commanders. My experience is very limited. But it’s been enough for me to decide it’s better to move on to other things…
I feel the same. I turned 29 next month, been a cop for 6 years and 11bravo (national guard) my 3rd year. I feel appreciated more on the civilian side compared to the military 🤷♂️ I can’t wait to get out lol.
@@richkydoan506 I’ve spent more time overseas than at home. Just to be talked to like a piece of shit. I’m finishing an electrical engineering degree. Perhaps I’m not really the type of person the Army wants anyways.
Some gold nuggets there. Appreciate the professional discussion gentlemen. Would love to see something similar but on the O side. BCT FSO/FA BN S3 and the interplay there during the fight. Also, how does the FSCOORD best insert himself/herself into that process?
Hello.😊I wanted to listen to it while sleeping, but the audio quality is rough. I think If you could improve this point, it will be a good video. Good luck.
Former Geronimo here, if you want to know how to cheat, just ask an enlisted OPFOR. We know how to cheat lol. 2 of the easiest ways: 1. To avoid getting shot, hide behind any bush. Doesn't really matter how thick, but the thicker the better. The twigs and branches interfere with the enemies' lasers. You can stick your rifle and laser through the bush and return fire like it's god-mod. 2. To silently fuck with enemy soldiers, just tap the microphone on your rifle's MILES laser unit. It will shoot out a beam and kill whoever it's aimed at. They'll have no idea where the fire is coming from.
This was a great interview. Love how he said it takes Grit and Discipline to do this everyday. He never said motivation, because motivation is fleeting. Honored to serve in the NCO Corps and look forward to candid interviews like this. And yes SMA, this conversation was a bit weighty on me, but in a good way.
That’s actually a myth. According to the National Archives, between 1964 and 1973, more than 8.7 million Americans served in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, with approximately 2.7 million of them serving in Vietnam itself. Approximately 40,934 Americans were killed in action (KIA). That’s approximately 1.5% of those American military service members that served in Vietnam were KIA.
Paratroopers are not "cannon fodder" any more than any other infantry soldiers, despite the misconception that their missions involve disproportionate risk. The term "cannon fodder" suggests a disregard for the lives of soldiers, seeing them as expendable in battle. However, paratroopers are highly trained, elite forces who are often deployed in critical operations that require speed, surprise, and the ability to operate deep behind enemy lines. Their missions are carefully planned with a focus on achieving strategic objectives with minimal casualties, leveraging their unique capabilities in airborne assault, rapid deployment, and securing key terrain. While all infantry soldiers face the inherent dangers of close combat, labeling them as "cannon fodder" overlooks their professionalism, the strategic importance of their missions, and the extensive support systems in place to enhance their effectiveness and survivability on the battlefield.
MSG Parvin here. I’ve always said. You cannot be a professional if you do not know your own profession. Continue to study your field and keep working on your craft. I Love what you’re doing Sir.
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Glad you’re enjoying the podcast. We definitely plan on doing a better job of getting after each series within the channel. We have several fires related episodes that have been filmed and are in the editing process or are scheduled to be recorded. I believe episode 67 is the BDE targeting officer and his OCT. RLTW!
@@TheCrucible-TheJRTCExperience thank you for the response. Excited to listen in on the upcoming episodes, definitely a lot of valuable information being discussed.
No Sht there I was Geronimo 2015-2017 1-509 Airborne! It’s about time the Army got a hard chargering SMA . Too many garbage cans walking around the army right now standards and discipline have gone out the window.
Everything that SMA is saying is true. I've been retired now for a few years, and from the sidelines, I've been watching "Big Army" going through what it's been going through right now just as it did right after Vietnam. (I'm also a "Army Brat") need to get in touch with someone down there in 1/509th. I lost my Battalion coin and need a replacement.
Men with all due respect, for you have the best content to have a channel for and i'm subscribed immediately, why do literally all of the Army microphones sound like 20 dollar logitech webcams? You can get a Blue USB mic for 100 dollars sounds crystal clear at the highest encoded fidelity allowed on youtube
We are in the process of purchasing our own equipment. Currently we are utilizing Post’s facilities and equipment. Not to mention the steep learning curve
Sir, R22 here from TF4. Would love to have the opportunity to one day share what life as a OC/T is like and why it’s one of the greatest assignments a leader can have!
I would argue we don't need to bring back the 9th Infantry Division just to have a light infantry unit again...rather, just make the XVIIIth Abn Corps a Corps of Light infantry that is specialized (terrain specific, insertion platform training) and specially equipped (101st CAB, etc.). For example, imagine every Division and Brigade in the XVIIIth being a light unit with light training and capabilities, with terrain specific training varying between each unit. 101st Abn (LIGHT) Air Assault, 82nd Abn (Light) Airborne, 11th Abn (Light) Arctic Airborne, 10th Mtn (Light) Mountain Arctic, etc. Also, when will the 10th Mountain and the Army's Mountain Warfare School move to Colorado? Imagine co-locating the 10th Mtn next to the 10th SFG & US Army SF Mountain Warfare School while also having the conventional Mountain Warfare School in the SAME state 1 hour east at Camp Hale, and the ability to use these resources to boost the Army's part time Mountain capability with the CO NG. I know the Soldiers in Vermont are doing a great job, but come on- unless you're going to move the 10th Mountain to VT, it should be in CO. 4th ID will be fine at Drum/ Polk. Also, why is the 25th ID not part of the XVIIIth Abn Corps, and a Light Jungle Division that is airmobile and motorised? Why is there no desert division for the XVIIIth Abn Corps too?
