Hey guys, my name is Micah, just wanted to introduce myself; and say thanks for all the great information you all have supplied here on the forum. I was referred here by a buddy of mine who told me this was the place to get some useful information and insight on SF. I probably won't post much, but plan on reading plenty before seriously considering my future in the Army and the possibility of selecting 18X as my enlistment option. Or finishing up my last 2 years in college and going with 18A

Just Arrived
 

Patriots and Fellow Warriors........I'm making my initial introduction here. I am retired as of last year after 21 years in SOF. I spent my first 7 years in 1/75 Rgr Bn and then finished up the last 14 in SF split between 10th SF and SF Cmd. Currently I am working as a security contractor and have been enjoying the retired life. I was also fortunate enough to be picked up as an instructor down at Gunsite in AZ. I look forward to interacting with like minded people and staying in touch with what's going on in our community.

68W checking in
 

My name's Jacob, and I'm from Anchorage, AK. I'm a 68W in the 1984th USAH on Ft. Richardson (reserves). Currently, I'm a fulltime college student majoring in Math and Physics. I will be a QP one day (trust me, I am the most stubborn and persistent jackass you'll ever meet), I'm just working on sorting out my priorities right now...you know, finding that 25m target. Many thanks for letting me become a member on this site and forum.

Good day all. I've struggled with this post, and figured I'd just put it out there. Now seperated from our military, I have performed on several missions with a variety of special operations units. I'm a Psyoper. I've been forced on SEALs, SFODA's, Conventional combatant commands, even TF-20/121, Task Force "unmentionable", etc. I'm struggling with why we would share these things with others. How do we foster new generations of elite soldiers, without feeling like we're tooting our own horns? It seems the more we try to qualify ourselves, we reduce the image that makes us who we are. Those that want what we've got, want it for the wrong reasons. So, I'll let my introduction go at that. Is there a better way of telling a little about myself?

I can see why; I'm struggling trying to understand the point your are trying to make. But then, I'm just a simple soldier. Other than that, welcome aboard.

Is there a reason to?

We know who and what (Psychological Operations )Psyops are and what they do.

This gent has a good webpage on what PSYOPs does: http://www.psywarrior.com/psyhist.html

Personally, just by your screen name I would have made the leap as to what you used to do:rolleyes:

Team Sergeant

Wilcomin
 

Hope to see good things from all of you, welcome and to 68 wheee--haaah!. Blitz:D

Hey all from Chiefcrain
 

This is my first post, my ANGUS, I am an old retired SF type, retired as a CW4. Now live in Hoke County, NC. I go by Jim to those who know me, for any other old timers here I was once known as Crazy Crain back in the other life. Did 29 years in the Army 15 on teams, the rest spread out in staff and instructor tours with one 3 year stint in a black hole in VA. Served in 5th, 46th, 10th, 7th, 3rd and SWC. I look forward to being part of this site.

HIS servant

Hello.
I am 30 years old and interested in 37F and 18X. My family obligations are coming to a close in the next few months and thought I should get back on focus for enlisting in the Army. I tore my ACL in approximately 1995 and had knee surgery 2-3 years ago. It's doing fine now and I feel that I'm in the best shape of my life, though more physical conditioning and improvement is still needed.

Hello gentlemen
 

I am a corpsman student at BRC and i am currently healing from rhabdomyolysis, i was dropped from my course and my team, and i am dying to get back. I barely had a taste of what SF and SOC types are able to at any given time and place, and i know this is what i want to do with my life. Thank you for your time.
-Matt

My name is Alex. I am a 24 year old who went through MEPS today and am enlisted and sworn in as an 18x recruit. I cannot wait to start the road ahead and with my current training regimen, am getting one step closer everyday. I am truly inspired everyday by each of you Quiet Professionals and will one day in the future be serving side by side with you. I do not underestimate the road, but I do know that I will NEVER quit.

first post
 

Hello everyone my name is Joey and i'm 28 years old stationed at FT.Eustis VA.
I am an E-6 88N and i'm here to gather as much knowledge as possible. I am scheduled to attend SFAS in may. Again I thank you for allowing me to be here.

Aloha. My name is Robert, and I'm a seventeen years old. I've found a lot of useful information off of this site, and would like to quickly thank those who created the site; I would also like to give thanks to those who maintain the forums/threads. I plan on taking a path where SF would still be a possible career, five to eight years down the road. This website is extremely insightful, and i hope to gain more knowledge as i read more throughout the threads.

Salutations
 

My name is Aaron, I am a 24yr old SSG AGR recruiter in Stillwater, OK. I spent the first four years in the Army in between Hawaii, Iraq, and Afghanistan (2-27 IN Scouts) and joined a Civil Affairs USAR unit so I could begin college. I came on AGR for Recruiting to be on AD while finishing my degree. I have been in recruiting 7 months now and plan to return to AD to attend selection ASAP. My CSM has told me he will push the 4187 to release me to enlist back to AD if I can simply find a solid replacement for myself here in Stillwater. I am taking my wife to the briefing next week so she can get some of her questions answered (I tried to get her to get on this website with me...). I have read alot already in the past two days on the Selection forums about what to expect and what is expected of me. Also purchased and read "Get Selected" by the WM....(thanks!). Looking forward to the first day of the rest of my life....

Did you sign 18x before you turned 30?

Are you currently enlisted?

If not, how did you get past the max age req. of 29?

Wired what is the name of this thread? And its purpose?

Take it to "PM".

Team Sergeant

Intro
 

Hi all,

Long time listener, first time caller. 18C with 20th Group. Joined a bit later in life, 26. Put my gov job on hold for three years while I did the Rep-63 thing and deployed. Just short of the wife and kids, best decision I ever made.

Introduction
 

I am a retired Police Officer from the Plano Police Department in Plano, Texas.
I worked as a Patrol Officer, Fraud Detective and was a member of the Bomb Squad. I graduated from the FBI HDS School at the Redstone Army Arsenal. I also attended Advanced Explosive Destruction Techniques and Advanced Explosive Ivestigation Techniques taught by the ATF at Fort AP Hill. I also attended FBI Large Vehicle Bomb Post Blast School and Large Vehicle Bomb Counter Measures School. I was also a Firearms Instructor and DT instructor.

I was in the Navy Reserves for 6 years and was a Gunners Mate. I then transferred to 136th Security Forces Squadron Texas Air National Guard. I was a ramp rat and then attended Combat Arms school and became a Firearms Instructor and Armorer. I then attended AMS and became the Commanding Officer of the Unit. I was activated after 9/11 and served for 2 years on active duty. I retired in 2005.

I currently work for a Private Security Firm as the Explosives Specialist and also as a Firearms and DT instructor.

Hopefully this meets your needs for a proper introduction.

My son is an 18X. He as at Benning now doing OSUT and should graduate in May. I am here hoping to get any info I can to assist him in his attempt to join your elite organization.

Intro
 

Gentlemen,
A little about myself. I am a 22-year-old college student in ROTC. I will commission in May as an Infantry 2LT, to be stationed at Schofield Barracks in HI. Right now I’m working my way through “Get Selected” and focusing on graduation and my subsequent training to be the best officer I can be. Thank you to all the QP’s for the great information on this site.

Introduction
 

My name is Brown and I am currently an active duty soldier, my rank is not important unless there is a need to know, I will gladly disclose. My MOS is 13B, however my unit is working outside the scope of that field doing mostly dismounted, air insertion type missions ( google "Operation Fox Hunt" and you should be able to get a look at me). As of this posting I am on R&R from FOB Warhorse with 4-2ID and I will be attending the SF briefing here at Ft. Lewis before I go back to theatre. This is my second go around in the Army, I was in the 31st ADA at Ft. Hood back in '91. First let me say that I am a Patriot, which is one of the main reasons I came back in the Army. Another reason is that I came back in with my son, who is a 19D on his way to a COP outside of Baghdad. I love the type of work we are doing in country, which is why I want to go to SFAS. We have worked with current and former SF individuals, learning from them as much as possible in order to maximize our efforts and to keep everyone alive. Let me say thanks to all of those that have helped us, and to everyone on this site for your wealth of information. I look forward to learning more as I continue to read and research.

Introduction
 

Hello,
I am currently serving in 19th SFG, 18E waiting for a slot in the 18F course. Glad to see there is a professional site to share ideas and experiences.
I'm finishing my bachelors in intelligence studies and would love some input on those subjects as well, if anyone is up to it.

Intro
 

Greetings. I am a 34 year old CPT currently in 3rd SFG . I am a presently a signal officer- however, I am slotted for SFAS in June. I’ve been reading posts on this site for about a month and really like what you guys have to offer. I look forward to continuing to learn from everything that this site and the members have to offer. Most importantly, I look forward to my journey to becoming a QP.

introduction
 

Active duty NCO, I'm in Mortuary Affairs for now but am awaiting a MOS change to 11B. Plan on spending a year or so there hopefully get a shot at Ranger then eventually after I feel I have gotten enough expierience I am going to selection. Had a chance to work with a few QP's on Anaconda, doing my job unfortunatly, but they helped me realize I really want to be one of them.

Welcome All
 

A warm welcome to all.

Good evening Gents,

I am a Marine Reserve Cpl with 4th CEB out of Baltimore getting ready for my first Deployment this summer.I enjoy all things firearm and gear related.Hope I can help contribute something to the site but for the most part I will be just sitting back soaking in the knowledge. I know my lane...its the slow one:D

I am currently with the Illinois National Guard. Deployed to Iraq for a year a while back. I am just going to school for right now. Great site, lots of info. Thanks.

Hello,
I am a SF hopeful. Ive been doing some research for SFAS prep and stumbled across this forum. Ive been training hard and i want to be a part of the SF family. My SFAS class starts April 8th. I am very excited to start this first part of my journey.

Intro
 

Mornin'
Name's Pete, 21 hailing from Ohio. I'm an Active Duty 25S, currently deployed. Been considering for a few years now, and I hope to attend SFAS after redep, but concerned with some administrative issues I'm having. The insight of this site has already provided me with many answers in addition to Major Martin's book and has helped me to strengthen my resolve on the matter. All I can say is thank you all, I'll do my best.

Currently I am in the Q course smack in the middle of 18D school. Originally came from Artillery for 8 years and did a brief time at recruiting duty. I told myself I would join the site when I had pertinant information to add and that day came a few days ago.

Intro
 

Greetings, I'm am 24 year old SGT at Ft. Stewart. I'm a engineer, but I'm behind a desk doing the training NCO duties. I'll start working with the SF recruiter tomm. to get the paperwork process started. I found this site awhile back looking for prep. info SFAS. This site is full of information and guidance. And some laughs. Looking forward to preparing for the road ahead.:lifter

Howdy
 

Just want to follow the rules. I am a retired SF 180A. Retired in 1996. Served with the 1/75th, then most of the rest of my time was with 10th Group, with a two year stint at Det A Berlin (just before it inactivated), a retirement tour at SOTD-JRTC. Have been a DoD/DoS contractor since then. Presently well into my fifth year in Iraq where I am a mentor and advisor on the general staff of the 10th Iraqi Army Division. Although a native Texan, I retired on the coast in northern Maine where sea kayaking and life in general is very good. Texas and the Gulf Coast are just too darn hot!

Intro:
 

Currently in college (ROTC but not contracted), I'm definitely joining the Army. I've found this to be an excellent site for getting more than just interested in Special Forces, which I am. I'll keep reading and post when I can add to the conversation. I gotta go do some PT now!

Glad to find some brothers....
 

Whats up guys thanks for having me in your house. Alittle about myself....
I've been in since 1995 initially got out in 98 and came back to the FA life. 2003 went to SFAS from Germany. Graduated the Q course as an 18B. Did the 7th group life as Senior Bravo deploying to Colombia and Afghanistan. Glad to be here. Any other question drop rounds on my position.... Thanks

My intro
 

My name is spencer and i hope to one day go to the USMA and become either a helicopter pilot or something in the infantry. Ive done my fair share of research but wish to get more and more so that i can leanr as muxh as possible about the military. Thank you.

Initial Introduction
 

Hello! SSG Esparza 11B TX S6 IMO Recruiting Command. Thank You.

Intro
 

Hello,

Served in 3rd Group and Training Group in the 90's. Still on active duty.

Welcome All
 

A warm welcome to all.

Gentlemen,

My name is Ben and I joined this forum hoping to soak this board like a sponge. Currently I am considering a 35 series enlistment in the Guard. I was hoping to get information on some of the different 35 series MOS's as well as research the possibilities of getting assigned to either the 19th or 20th SFG in a 35 series support role.