Don't Box Men In There’s a lot of talk these days about masculinity. Toxic masculinity. Failed masculinity. I even had one of my daughters, the feisty one, explain to me that soon men would no longer be required to create children. Now, it's not what is being said about men these days that bothers me. It's that men are actually listening to this garbage. It’s not easy to … [Read more...] about Navy SEAL Eric Davis: Don’t Box Men In
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This is why Navy SEAL training is the toughest in the world
If America was to survive the bloody deed of taking fortified beaches would have to be mastered. This would require the toughest of men to be trained to the most demanding of standards and that’s what we did. Eight months after Pearl Harbor was attacked, the Amphibious Scouts and Raiders school was established to train an all volunteer force. These men would be taught to … [Read more...] about This is why Navy SEAL training is the toughest in the world
US Navy SEALs: Naval Combat Demolition Unit
From prepping the beaches of Normandy to inventing Hell Week the Naval Combat Demolition Units (NCDUs) produced a dramatic and valuable legacy playing a short; but, essential role in the evolution of the SEAL teams. Normandy: The deadliest day in Naval Special Warfare’s history Approaching shore in small rubber boats ladened with explosives the brave men of the the Naval … [Read more...] about US Navy SEALs: Naval Combat Demolition Unit
Super Glue, A band-aid replacement?
I hate band-aids - they’re pesky, get in the way and finding one that allows you to continue complete dexterity while wearing it is next to impossible. They need to be replaced what seems like every 4 or 5 hours, they don’t stay in one place, you can’t get your hands dirty while wearing them. Did I mention that I HATE band-aids? After seeing a friend forgo a bandage from a … [Read more...] about Super Glue, A band-aid replacement?
US Navy SEALs: OSS
Infiltrating secret agents, supplying resistance groups and engaging in sabotage was the job description of The Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit (OSS MU). If we were to cite a single source that generated the attributes of modern day SEALs, and their missions, we wouldn’t need to look any further than the OSS MU. On July 11th, 1941 a former Army colonel named … [Read more...] about US Navy SEALs: OSS
SEAL Team 6: Naval Special Warfare’s elite
The public description of Naval Special Warfare’s Development Group for years has reflected its name. An organization whose primary purpose was to develop tactics and strategies supporting operations from the sea, air or land. This was the accepted description of DEVGRU. Naval Special Warfare Development Group was tasked with the management and testing of both current and … [Read more...] about SEAL Team 6: Naval Special Warfare’s elite
NSWC: About Naval Special Warfare
SEALs, an uncommon and extremely dedicated fighting force trained to operate in any environment. With an exceptional ability to excel in the most demanding, water, they have become known as the toughest warriors on the planet. As a major component of the U.S Special Operations Command (SOCOM) the SEAL Teams entered to bring the demanding and highly skilled discipline of … [Read more...] about NSWC: About Naval Special Warfare
US Navy SEALs: Missions
Elite Special Operations forces across the planet have several shared core functionalities (missions). Though there will always be healthy discussions about who does what better we can all agree that each special unit brings a unique approach and level of talent and resources to each mission. Over the past decade the men and women of Naval Special Warfare have stood out as … [Read more...] about US Navy SEALs: Missions
US Navy SEALs: Overview of Development Group Team 6
The public description of Naval Special Warfare’s Development Group for years has reflected its name. An organization whose primary purpose was to develop tactics and strategies supporting operations from the sea, air or land. This was the accepted description of DEVGRU. Naval Special Warfare Development Group was tasked with the management and testing of both current and … [Read more...] about US Navy SEALs: Overview of Development Group Team 6
Barska Portable Biometric Lock Box
Being “Armed” is like having an affliction. You can’t drink when you’re carrying a gun, traveling with it is difficult and wearing speedos at the local pool impossible, or at least downright uncomfortable. Uncle Ben said it best, “With great power comes great responsibility” and if you’re going to own a gun you better be responsible for it. As a child my father always kept … [Read more...] about Barska Portable Biometric Lock Box
When you need sunglasses that can do anything: Oakley Crosshairs
Surgical, precise, fluid, dynamic, tough and always ready describes the professional operator, executive, or adventurer. Limited only by the constraints of physics and his own humanity, the professional operator carefully chooses every piece of gear he carries. The responsibility for remaining both agile and quick leaves no room for any gear which only serves a single purpose … [Read more...] about When you need sunglasses that can do anything: Oakley Crosshairs
3 Things That Make my Travel Better
3 things that make my travel better: 1) Apple Airpods - I can toss them in and out of my pocket, split one off and listen to music with my kids. 2) Patagonia light puffy jacket - permanently lives in my backpack without impact. 3) Osprey Camera case - keeps small point and shoot camera and GoPro at the ready. *Photo courtesy of Eric Davis Instagram page … [Read more...] about 3 Things That Make my Travel Better