Riding Along with EOD: Humor and Hazards in Combat

This chapter recounts the firsthand experiences of the speakers during a ride-along with an EOD team in a combat zone, illustrating the challenges of dealing with IEDs and the pressures faced by military personnel. It highlights moments of camaraderie, humorous anecdotes, and the critical roles of route clearance teams and EOD specialists in ensuring troop safety. The discussion emphasizes the need for real-time decision-making and collaboration among different military units during high-stakes operations.