Eric Sof

Eric Sof holds a master's degree in Political Science, specializing in International Peacekeeping Studies. He has over a decade of experience as a former member of an elite counterterrorism unit. Additionally, he is a firearms instructor and currently serves as a member of the SWAT unit.

Tribute graphic honoring Technical Sergeant John William Brown, featuring his portrait, military insignia, and commemorative text.

Tech Sgt. John W. Brown – Pararescueman, Gentleman, and Hero of Extortion 17

In the world of special operations, some warriors earn their place in history not only through skill but through the selfless way they live and die. Technical Sergeant John W. Brown was

5 months ago

by Eric Sof

DEVGRU / SEAL Team 6 operators posing for photo during training

Regular SEALs about famous Navy SEALs who cash in on the brand post-service

What do Navy SEALs think about fellow SEALs who cash in on the brand post-service? Well, bad news. THEY HAVE A GRAVESTONE/ROCK OF Shame at DEVGRU (Team 6 to the uninformed); they

7 years ago

Community

What makes a tank destroyer different from a tank?

First, we need to make clear that tanks are designed to fight every threat while tank destroyer is purpose-built machines for the sole purpose of destroying enemy tanks, in basics. Tanks were

7 years ago

Comparison

The Memorial Day: Murph Challenge Workout

The Murph Challenge: A workout in the honor of a legendary warrior

The Murph Challenge workout is a set of exercises performed simultaneously in honor of Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, a U.S. Navy SEAL who was killed in action during Operation Red Wings in

7 years ago

Tactical Fitness

Legendary member of the South Korean 707th Battalion Warrant Officer Joo Ho Han (1957-2010)

Joo Ho Han: The oldest SOF operator in the world

In the world of Special Operations Forces, age means experience. But, among elite operators, the optimal age is considered between 30 and 45 years. However, in some military forces outside the United

7 years ago

Veterans

How are sniper kills confirmed?

In modern conflicts, from to time, you might read about a long sniper shot, but did you ever thought about how sniper kills are confirmed? In the world of war, if you

7 years ago

Expert Analysis

Two U.S. Navy Seals navigating through swamp during the training

How long it takes to become a fully qualified Navy SEAL or Green Beret?

To become a fully qualified Navy SEAL it takes some time, but to become a fully qualified Green Beret it takes even more time. After finishing basic training, it depends on your

7 years ago

Expert Analysis

Selection and Training: Special Forces (SF) vs Navy SEALs

The difference between U.S. Army Special Forces (SF) vs Navy SEALs selection and training should be observed primarily in the duration of selection and training, as well as the number of topics

7 years ago

Combat Training

China Special Operations Forces Squadron

China’s Special Forces compared to the US counterparts

To compare the Chinese and the United States’ special operations forces, you need to understand that both countries are respectable military powers. It is not easy to predict who would win in

7 years ago

Comparison

Why some special forces cover their faces?

Yes, some special forces cover their faces, but, not all special forces around the world are not covering their faces. That especially means military special forces. It’s quite a different situation with

7 years ago

Expert Analysis

SEAL Team is worth watching

There are plenty of movies and TV shows which is trying to relive some of the actions performed by U.S. Special Operations Forces, but one of the most sincere in the last

7 years ago

TV Show

U.S. Navy SEALs on Jet Skis at undisclosed location night

A Navy SEAL teaches how to develop mental toughness

Being tough isn’t about your physical abilities, it is about your mental strength. How many times you had to think about toughness, ask yourself are you tough enough? Well, to be tough,

7 years ago

Community

Robert K. Brown, former Green Beret and founder of Soldier of Fortune magazine

I am Soldier of Fortune: Dancing With the Devils

Robert K. Brown, former Green Beret, after a bizarre military career that succeeded in getting him kicked out of Special Forces not once but twice, and completing the Command and General Staff

7 years ago

Veterans

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