Videos tagged with Maritime Operations

This content provides an overview of the U.S. Coast Guard's specialized forces and their unique operational capabilities. It highlights their dual role as a military service and law enforcement agency, granting them distinct authority for maritime missions, including vessel boarding. The video emphasizes their 'joint powers' as a critical asset for inter-agency liaison and operations.

This video from Barrel & Hatchet presents a high-energy montage of advanced tactical operations. It showcases helicopter deployments, AR-15 range shooting with EOTech optics, and small unit tactics in diverse environments. The content highlights specialized gear like night vision, thermal imaging, and suppressed firearms, alongside advanced skills such as fast-roping and maritime operations, demonstrating a high level of professional training.

This entry details a retired Navy SEAL's top 5 US military service weapons, offering expert insights based on 27 years of special operations experience. The selections range from the reliable Sig Sauer P226 pistol to the formidable HK416 rifle, with explanations emphasizing reliability, operational effectiveness in diverse environments, and specific tactical advantages. The guide covers pistols, grenade launchers, automatic weapons, and precision rifles, reflecting a deep understanding of combat firearm performance.

This entry details the first night vision operation in military history, Operation Prime Chance, from the perspective of a veteran of the 160th SOAR. It covers the extreme tactical flight conditions, the use of specialized munitions like flechette rockets, and the execution of complex boarding operations under NVG.

This entry debunks the Hollywood version of the Captain Phillips rescue, drawing on the first-hand account of former SEAL Team 6 member Eddie Penney. It details the tactical approach, including the 'commando crawl' down a rope to board the life raft, and clarifies the actual events, such as an AK-47 round being fired inside the raft. The information highlights the critical differences between cinematic portrayals and real-world special operations.

This video captures a dramatic moment on a US Navy Ship where a massive wave enters the hangar bay, nearly sweeping away a forklift and personnel. The footage highlights the unpredictable and extreme hazards faced in maritime environments, emphasizing the importance of situational awareness and safety protocols even for heavy machinery operators.

Jim Foreman, a veteran with 27 years in SEO teams, details his preferred combat rifle, the HK 416, emphasizing its reliability and gas piston system. He explains his preferred optic setup: a 1-10x magnified scope with a red dot sight mounted directly on top for rapid close-range engagement, a setup designed for efficiency and adaptability in combat scenarios.

This guide details how Navy SEALs select their firearms, emphasizing a dual-track system of command needs and operator preferences. It covers mission-specific weapon choices, maritime adaptations like the MP5N, and the evolution of platforms from the M4 to the HK416 due to reliability in harsh environments. Expert insights from a retired Navy SEAL highlight considerations for sidearms and precision rifles, including weight and operational effectiveness.

The Spiritus Systems Thing 3 is constructed from Tegris and Squadron laminate, making it hydrophobic and resistant to water absorption. Its design features numerous slots and holes, ensuring excellent drainage for maritime or nautical applications. The rig ships with split-back repair buckles, allowing it to be used as a standalone chest rig or integrated with placards like the Micro Fight by removing the buckles.

This segment focuses on streamlining a plate carrier for maritime operations, emphasizing the reduction of ignition sources and the strategic placement of essential gear. The speaker, a Force Recon Marine, details how to optimize a loadout for tight spaces on vessels by moving items like a Gerber knife to the front and reducing magazine count. He also explains the concept of a 'speedball' for additional equipment during helicopter or boat assaults.

This kit shakedown details the specialized gear used by a Force Recon Marine for VBSS operations. Key components include the Spiritus Systems LV-119 OTB plate carrier, an M27 IAR rifle with specific attachments, a Sig M18 sidearm, and Ops-Core PVS-31 night vision. Emphasis is placed on maritime-specific needs like flotation, secure weapon retention, and gear designed for wet environments.

This video, presented by a former Navy SEAL, details the extreme risks associated with Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) operations in high surf conditions off the coast of Somalia. It highlights the challenges of using caving ladders, the impact of heavy tactical gear on buoyancy, and the critical importance of 'swim buddy' protocols during potential rescue scenarios. The content underscores the high-risk, specialized nature of maritime special operations.