Shawn Ryan Show #77 Tom Satterly - The Battle of Mogadishu "Black Hawk Down" 30th Anniversary | Part 2
Oct 3, 2023
In this engaging conversation, Tom Satterly, a retired Delta Force operator with over 20 years of combat experience, shares his harrowing firsthand account of the Battle of Mogadishu. He reflects on the chaos and camaraderie during the intense standoff, revealing the emotional toll of war. Satterly emphasizes the enduring impacts of trauma, survivor's guilt, and the importance of mental health awareness for veterans. His gripping stories highlight the complexities of military operations, leadership challenges, and the deep bonds formed in the heat of battle.
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Body Parts in Trash Bags
- Tom Satterly recounts the disturbing discovery of American soldiers' body parts in trash bags at the base gate.
- This gruesome act deeply affected him and angered everyone, symbolizing the brutality of the conflict.
Identifying the Remains
- Satterly believes the body parts likely belonged to Gary Gordon, Randy Shugart, and possibly a crew chief from crash site two.
- He describes the snipers' attempts to reach the crash site, but they found nothing.
The Calm Before the Storm
- Satterly recalls the morning of October 3rd, starting with a lighthearted volleyball game before the mission.
- The sudden page alerts disrupted the normalcy, leading to a rushed preparation for the operation.