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

French Navy Dupuy de Lome intelligence ship

France sends massive signal intelligence ship Dupuy de Lome with escort to Syria

According to the independent ship-tracking websites, the French signal intelligence (SIGNT) ship named Dupuy de Lome has entered the Eastern Mediterranean and is headed toward Syria. The ship is designed to conduct

7 years ago

Defense

Dangers of over-planning through the eyes of Navy SEALs

Former US Navy SEAL operators Jocko Willink and Leif Babin explain why it’s important to plan, but not to over-plan in both sectors, military and civilian. Is your planning productive or it

7 years ago

Expert Analysis

SOF Operator dressed in combat uniform with a beard

Combat Beards: A fashion or a need?

The combat beards in the Special Operations Forces community are not new. The military community has seen various comebacks through time, and they can resist all it wants but not beards. Today,

7 years ago

Opinion

Two AK-47 assault rifles lying on textured surface, contrasting the compact submachine guns featured in the article about SMG evolution in military and special ops use.

The Cost Of An AK-47 On The Black Market Around The World

The cost of an AK-47 and ergonomic and quality design are significant advantages of the world’s most popular assault rifle. The first model of the AK-47 assault rifle was introduced into service

7 years ago

Expert Analysis

Eric Prince: The founder of Blackwater

Eric Prince, the brain behind the infamous private military company Blackwater, is now in China training security forces. The most famous private military contractor is once again in the business. Prince is partially

7 years ago

Veterans

Upper Body Round Robin (UBRR): Test your fitness with this SOF Tier 1 PT test

The Upper Body Round Robin a.k.a. the UBRR is a commonly used physical fitness test among many Tier 1 and Tier 2 Special Operations Units. This pt test goes well beyond the

7 years ago

Tactical Fitness

How to pass Special Forces Selection?

To pass Special Forces selection course and to became a member of the any Special Forces unit in the world you need to be fit, both mentally and phyisically. The path to

7 years ago

Combat Training

Military time: The military date time group explained

The military time and military Date Time Group (DTG) format is used in everything from operations orders to airlifts, and it is essential for every service member to know how to put together

7 years ago

Procedures

US Air Force Pararescue Jumpers (PJs) deployed, helicopter taking off in the background

What is a 9-line MEDEVAC and easy procedures to call it

Medical evacuation, often shortened to MEDEVAC or MEDIVAC, 9-line MEDEVAC is the timely and efficient movement and en route care provided by medical personnel to wounded being evacuated from a battlefield or

7 years ago

Tactics

Two Navy SEAL operators in full tactical gear riding in a military helicopter, focused on their mission

SIX: The Navy SEALs TV Show That Blends Action and Drama

Stemming from an idea by Harvey Weinstein, SIX is a History Channel drama inspired by real missions, capturing the intense lives of U.S. Navy SEALs. With a focus on the life-and-death decisions

7 years ago

TV Show

Ansariya Ambush: Shayetet 13’s bloodiest battle

The Ansariya ambush was the deadliest firefight of Israel’s elite unit Shayetet. 12 Israeli special forces operator killed in an ambush in southern Lebanon on September 5, 1997, were betrayed by a

7 years ago

Missions

Did Delta Force took part in the capture of El Chapo Guzman?

The capture of El Chapo Guzman was a good and orchestrated long-term operation handled by Mexican authorities. It has become a headline four years ago. But, did the Mexicans did it by

7 years ago

Community

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