My name is Ed, I am a 28 and have decided that I would like to give back to those that allowed me to enjoy the relatively easy life I have had so far.

I look forward to using this site and those who contribute to it to help further my knowledge prior to shipping out on an 18x contact.

Thanks again to all those who have served and are willing to help out those who are looking to serve.

Caretaker Introduction
 

Hello Silent Professionals. As you can see I have chosen to be known by the name Caretaker. It’s a moniker that resulted from accidently referring to myself as a caretaker rather than a caregiver while serving that role for my grandmother in hospice. Since I feel I got more from the experience than I gave, the name seemed appropriate. I am a financial professional in the twilight of my career. I am looking to learn whatever you’re willing to share. Thank you for the opportunity.

back after a long absence
 

Hi, all,

I'm a NC author who has posted here in the past and previously posted on the old special-ops forums. I see a few familiar names here but wanted to follow protocol and re-introduce myself.

Several of my recurring characters are SF soldiers. My dad was in the Army and fought in the Korean Conflict. I suspect growing up observing the friendships he formed with fellow soldiers and how strong they were throughout his life informs my work and has a lot to do with the characters I create.

Right now I'm in need of some info on retirement - specifically avg. age of retirement from elite units as well as from the Army itself. And a ballpark range of what a career SF'er would get in retirement income. I won't be using exact numbers but want to have an understanding of what might be a "norm."

PMs are fine and if no one responds from this message I'll post the questions in General Discussion.

Thanks for all you do.

billie

Hi everyone,

I've been on this forum since 2009. More of a reader than contributor.
I figured it would be a good idea to reintroduce myself.
I am 25 years old. I worked at SWC from 2009-2010, G6/NCOA. That was a pretty awesome experience.

Recently I joined the ARNG in NC. I am shipping to BCT in July, followed by OCS.
Wearing the long tab is one of my goals and what I am working towards. :lifter


So far this community and contributions have given me great insight, and I have learned a bit. As time progresses, I think this forum will become more relevant/pertinent to me, in order to prepare for one of my biggest challenges/goals.

Introduction
 

Gents —

I've been a member here for a number of years, but don't believe I ever got around to posting an introduction or anything else. So, here it is:

SFTG — '67-'68

3rd SFGA — '68

5th SFGA — '68-'69'-'70

Last assignment — Det. A-362 (2nd Bn), B-36 (III CTZ Mike Force); I was the battalion medic and one of its company commanders.


— Jim Sorensen

Introduction
 

Brothers,
Started my SF career in 20th Group in Mississippi National Guard in '88.
Selection in Nov-Dec '88.
The Q in Aug '89 and graduated in Apr '90 as a 18C.
20th Group got activated for Desert Storm in Jan '91
Applied for AD and came on in Jun '91.
Assigned to ODA 352 , B/2/3 SFG from '91 to '98.
Moved to A/1/3 SFG from '98 to '03.
Went back to B/2/3 from '03 to '05.
Assigned to 18C Committee 4/1 SWTG.
Committee Chief there from '05 to '08.
Assigned back to 1/3 SFG from '08 to '10.
Retired with 22 years from 3rd in 2010.
Working on the 18C Committee as an instructor ever since.
Kinda detailed hope I did go to far into the weeds.

xdude...you got and mail, BTW fill out your profile.

xdude18cw3
 

Welcome aboard my man. Hope all is well.

Be seein' ya around..

Hello,

I'm a 22 y/o soon to be college graduate. I'm starting graduate school this fall where I will be enrolling in ROTC and plan to commission as a 2LT in two years time.

I plan on using these next few years to learn how to be the best officer I can be and prepare to submit my packet to SFAS when the time comes.

I've been reading through everything on this site and I will continue to do so for years to come.

Intro
 

Good morning,

I am a college student in NYC and I am looking into SOF after I graduate. I'll be searching the forum to find info on SF and I can guarantee that I won't start many threads. Just livin the life of a lurker!

Hello,

I'm a 21 year old student at the moment who just signed an 18x contract last week. I've been a reader of this forum for a long time and wanted to finally sign on and introduce myself. Thank you for having me.

Introduction
 

Hello,

I hope this is not too long-winded:

I am currently a 22-year-old college student from Iowa. I am a SPC in my very early military career. Before learning about PS.com, I was scouring the web and books such as the Get Selected! series for every scrap of reliable information I could find, as my new-found fascination for the quiet professionals was growing.

Through my reserve unit connections, I found this site, as well as the 20th SF group and their readiness assessment process. I am making a visit over to the Marseilles Training Area this weekend and hope that I can earn a chance to make SF a reality for me.

I am studying psychology, and am near-fluent in Spanish. My passions include learning (though the Prussian model of the U.S. is not my favorite medium for this), fitness and sports, philosophical thought, and ballistics.

I enjoy the warrior spirit found in all SOF, but my dream of becoming SF is founded in their unique interaction in the human medium and the idea that the mind is a more powerful tool than the weapon.

My intentions on this site are to quietly gather more information about the SF culture and hopefully incorporate this into my own journey. To find a mentor here would be a dream come true, far-fetched as that may be.

I look forward to the future eagerly hoping SF will be part of mine.

Introduction: I am Tibor Bierbaum, escaped from Hungary, following the 1956 revolution; immigrated to the United States in 1957. He is a 21 years veteran of the US Army, and a Decade member. Bierbaum is a retired teacher from Concordia Lutheran High School, where he was the Senior Army Instructor for the JROTC program and a social studies teacher.

Edited by Richard

Welcome Sir....

new to forum...
 

Hello Friends, been watching the posts on this site for a few years and finally rogering up. I was selected in Mar 2012, then (as a guard guy) went overseas working for OGA for almost 7 years. Currently re-enlisting in NG as a GSC guy.
Big on commo, I have a lot of experience downrange solving problems. I am also a machinist and am making some of my own specialized gear I wish I had downrange; always interested in talking with folks of like mind.