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Sea Stories
My Life in Special Operations
Book • 2019
In 'Sea Stories,' Admiral William H. McRaven recounts his illustrious 40-year career in the U.S.
Navy, focusing on his time in special operations.
The book includes firsthand accounts of significant missions such as the capture of Saddam Hussein, the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips, and the bin Laden mission.
McRaven provides insights into the planning and execution of special operations, the importance of teamwork, and the challenges faced in fluid and high-stakes situations.
The memoir also covers his childhood, his experience in Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, and various other missions and challenges throughout his career.
Navy, focusing on his time in special operations.
The book includes firsthand accounts of significant missions such as the capture of Saddam Hussein, the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips, and the bin Laden mission.
McRaven provides insights into the planning and execution of special operations, the importance of teamwork, and the challenges faced in fluid and high-stakes situations.
The memoir also covers his childhood, his experience in Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, and various other missions and challenges throughout his career.
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David Rubenstein as a recently read book, highlighting the story of the raid that captured Osama bin Laden.
David Rubenstein as a recently read book, highlighting the story of the raid that captured Osama bin Laden.
David Rubenstein | PBD Podcast | Ep. 217
