Videos tagged with 82nd Airborne

Blake Cook, a decorated Army veteran and former gun, gang, and cartel detective, shares insights from his extensive law enforcement career. He highlights his experience in the 82nd Airborne, his transition to policing, and his roles in combating organized crime. Cook also discusses his current position as Law Enforcement Director of Operations and Lead CQB Instructor at Blu Bearing Solutions, emphasizing tactical training.

This content features Tom Spooner, a retired Delta Force Master Sergeant, detailing his extensive 21-year military career. He highlights his roles as an assaulter and sniper across 12 combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. The discussion touches upon his unit assignments, including the 82nd Airborne, 7th Special Forces Group, and Delta Force, underscoring his deep combat experience and expertise.

This episode of the Shawn Ryan Show features Chris VanSant, a former Delta Force Operator and Army Ranger with extensive combat experience, including the capture of Saddam Hussein. VanSant details his upbringing, military career progression through the Army Rangers and 82nd Airborne, and the impact of a DUI on his path. The discussion delves into the rigorous Delta Force training pipeline and his initial deployment in Afghanistan, followed by early operations during the Iraq invasion. The episode also touches on his current work with the All Secure Foundation to support veteran mental health through the Seven Summits challenge.

This video compares the US Army's 82nd Airborne and 101st Airborne divisions, highlighting their distinct roles, histories, and training. The 82nd is the Army's most mobile strategic division, deploying via parachute, while the 101st is the sole air assault division, utilizing helicopters for insertion. Both units have rich histories dating back to WWI, with significant roles in major conflicts.

This American Rifleman TV preview covers three distinct segments. The first delves into the historical context of the 82nd Airborne during Operation Market Garden in World War II, highlighting their experiences and challenges. The second segment features a review of the Springfield Armory Hellcat, focusing on its concealability. The third segment explores the Simonov SKS semi-automatic carbine, a classic firearm from the Cold War era. The video also provides information on where to watch full episodes of American Rifleman TV.

This episode of American Rifleman TV features a historical dive into the 82nd Airborne's role in Operation Market Garden during WWII, focusing on their mission in the Netherlands to capture key bridges. The "Rifleman Review" segment showcases a review of the Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Maple rifle. Additionally, the "I Have This Old Gun" segment highlights the Spiller & Burr percussion revolver, a firearm used by the Confederacy in the Civil War.

This American Rifleman TV preview covers two distinct firearm topics. The first segment delves into the historical "Men & Guns of D-Day" with a focus on the 82nd Airborne Division. The second segment features a "Rifleman Review" of the modern Walther CCP M2 9mm pistol. Finally, the "I Have This Old Gun" segment explores the classic Deringer pistol.

This episode features Tom Spooner, a former Delta Force operator, discussing his extensive military career from the 82nd Airborne to Special Forces and Delta. He shares insights into the demanding nature of combat operations, the psychological toll of service including PTSD and TBI, and his subsequent transition and recovery. Spooner also highlights his work with Elder Heart, a non-profit supporting veterans through art.