Introductions V

[Zatarra]

I'm 20 years old and stuck between signing for 18x or 11x (as I am more than guaranteed to be this because of the washout rate of 18x). I have been lurking for a few months trying to soak up as much as I can (while having a laugh at the general discussions). I just want to thank all current and prior services members for defending this great country of ours.

[RUCK26]

I am an 18A with 10th SFG(A). I have served as an ODA CDR, HHC CDR, and adviser to ANASOC. Great site with awesome access to a wealth of knowledge.

[JK589]

My name is Jake and I am 26 years old. Nearing my 8 year mark as a member of the National Guard and I am currently a 91B. In my civilian career I work for a civil engineering company as a CAD Technician/Designer. I joined the site awhile back and have since been using it to gather as much information as I can. I look forward to continuing to browse this site to better prepare myself for whichever road I decide to take in my military career. Thank you to all who participate and manage this forum!

[charliefoxtrot]

I am 24 years old, currently stationed in "the Army's best kept secret" I'm from the southern US, so the climate difference has been amusing. I've been going over my options for a while now as far as getting out of my current job, i knew i wanted to do something more fulfilling and where brotherhood actually meant something, so i started looking..and here i am. If i didn't mention something, feel free to ask. Thanks.

[CAARNG 68W]

Hey; how ya doin' gentleman?

I'm a 26 year old California Army National Guardsman. Civilian world; I go to school and valet cars part time.

Came here to read up on the SF SFRE at the local Guard base and hopefully, maybe one day, try out for one.

Awesome Forum!

[Thoroughly]

I am 19, planning to enlist on an 18x contract in about one year, due to the age requirement. I am using that time to prepare.

[poink]

Network Engineer here. Was in the USAF as a network admin. Moved to contracting. Did a year in Iraq. Build up a mesh network in Diyala called TactiComp. Some of you may have heard of it.

Did some other kinds of network engineering in the states. Then a few years later Afghanistan in 2012. Build another mesh network using Wave relays in Kandahar city.

I have expertise in most harris products. Notably the 152, 152A 117F and PRC 150. I specialize is making those radios work with custom Android kernels.

For my free time im an avid long range shooter. Lots of 600 and 1000 yard competitions.

[Gyhoony]

Just some kid. Lurking since 2009, only made account to use search function.

[e8319]

Hello,

I am a NPS individual in Northern Virginia, working on PT and building knowledge about the regiment. My profession is engineering.

PS has been a great source of insight in the last couple of years. I'm finally making an introduction.

I look forward to finding some more local training partners.

Respectfully,

E

[travelcoord]

Hello:

Originally Posted by Team Sergeant

Make your first post here:

I'm the girlfriend of a former Green Beret who has passed away recently. As you all are to all of we free Americans, he was my hero as a soldier, and an important force in my life as a partner for many years. His active time was in the early 80s with Unit 555, and for the past 5 years, has been deploying as a contractor for the DoD.
It's two months today since his untimely death, and I'm happy to be here so that I can read and, I hope, learn more about Tom's motivation, his dedication and his drive as a soldier first, before all.
He was a very quiet man when it came to such things, and he is sorely missed.
Thank you to all here.
Andi

[Joker]

Andi,
Tom is missed. Welcome.

[Always_Strive]

Hello all,

My name is Daniel, and I am a 26 year old male currently in the process of preparing myself to attempt to re-enlist as an 18X. I previously enlisted in 2008 as a 42F, but was discharged for getting the wrong medical waiver. I have a condition called nystagmus. I have no criminal record and have a four year degree. I recently underwent LASIK surgery to correct my vision in May 2015. My best vision in both eyes are now 20/40, which is a lot better than the 20/60 nearsight and 20/80 farsight when I enlisted in 2008. I am now currently preparing myself physically and mentally by reading up and gaining more knowledge about the U.S. Army Special Forces in general, their mission and purpose, their history, and experiences from active and former members. I am also looking into the process of being able to re-enlist, including medical waivers and exception to policies. I plan to start all of the paperwork six months out from my LASIK procedure (November), since it is required by AR 40-501. I also want to thank all of the members of the U.S. Army Special Forces, and all members of the Armed Forces, for the service and dedication.

[jam1]

Prior service 11c, considering trying to go 18x through the National Guard.

[TheBeatenPath]

Currently in the Q Course. Working my way through the pipeline. MOS currently unassigned (didn't make it through SOCM). Thank you for the opportunity to be a member of this community.

-TBP

[bazookajon]

Hello all,

I am currently an 18E in 3rd SFG(A). Thank you QP for everything you do and most importantly for running a quality forum for the brotherhood. I look forward to learning a lot and hopefully contributing at times.

V/R

bazookajon