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Outlaw Platoon

Heroes, Renegades, Infidels, and the Brotherhood of War in Afghanistan

Book • 2025

John R. Bruning

Outlaw Platoon is a vivid and poignant memoir detailing Sean Parnell's experiences as an infantry platoon leader during the War in Afghanistan.

The book recounts sixteen brutal months of nearly continuous battle in the Hindu Kush, highlighting the sacrifice and bravery of the soldiers.

It stands alongside other notable war stories like 'Band of Brothers' and 'We Were Soldiers Once and Young'.

Mentioned by

Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned by

Matt Farwell

when describing the type of books that shouldn't be written anymore.

Episode 504: Farwell to All That

Mentioned by

Jocko Willink

as a book that brought back memories of his time in Ramadi, Iraq.

192: Important Lessons of Outlaw Platoon's Long and Horrific Road w/ Sean Parnell

Mentioned by Pete Gallagher while recalling a story about his son's military service in Afghanistan.

Serving in Delta Force & TFO | Pete Gallagher | Ep. 381

Mentioned by

Megyn Kelly

as

Sean Parnell

's book detailing his experiences leading the Outlaw Platoon in Afghanistan.

Sean Parnell on Fighting For America, Running For Political Office, and How Military Combat Changes You | Ep. 138

Mentioned by

Megyn Kelly

when discussing

Sean Parnell

's military experience and career.

Afghanistan Falls to the Taliban, with Sean Parnell and Charles C.W. Cooke | Ep. 146

Mentioned by Steve Bannon as an amazing book about his time as a junior officer in the Iraq War.

Episode 4733: Remembering Abbey Gate; Open Up Opportunities For Americans

Mentioned by

Pete Gallagher

, noting his son served in the platoon described in the book.

Serving in Delta Force & TFO | Pete Gallagher | Ep. 381

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