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[VIDEO] - Ex-Delta Force Mercenary "GRIM REAPER" - Dale Comstock | 188
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Quick takeaways
- Being a mercenary doesn't equate to being an assassin; focus on skill and ethics.
- Overcoming family expectations, adapting to civilian life, and choosing a military career.
- Elite military selection and training require mental strength and ethical considerations.
- Split-second decisions in high-pressure scenarios like helicopter operations demand discernment.
- Rescuing individuals in intense missions showcases the risks and complexities faced by operators.
- Global rescue operations highlight the need for ethical decision-making and strategic planning in sensitive environments.
Deep dives
The Intricacies of Mercenaries and a Misunderstood Profession
The discussion delves into the complexity of being labeled as a mercenary, especially in light of media portrayal. The individual recounts interactions with BBC concerning a documentary on his life and experiences with the term 'mercenary'. Addressing misconceptions, the speaker clarifies the distinction between being a professional soldier for hire and an assassin, emphasizing ethical boundaries and skill expertise.
Transitioning from a Military Background to Civilian Life
The episode traces the transition of the speaker from a military childhood in Germany to moving to the civilian life in the United States. The challenges faced in adapting to a non-military environment post-graduation and the eventual decision to follow a military path despite family expectations are highlighted. The speaker reflects on personal motivations and struggles in pursuing a military career.
Rigorous Selection and Training Processes of Elite Military Units
Insights into the intense selection and training processes of elite military groups are explored through personal experiences. The episode narrates a challenging mission for rescuing a prisoner in Panama, where quick decision-making and discernment were crucial. The speaker reflects on the mental and ethical complexities faced in high-pressure situations, shedding light on the traits and evaluations required for such roles.
Critical Decision-Making Under Pressure
Facing a high-pressure situation where a helicopter rescue operation in Panama involves the critical decision of taking a shot at an armed individual approaching the craft with potentially harmful intentions. The speaker emphasizes the importance of making split-second decisions under stressful conditions, considering the potential consequences of actions like shooting in populated areas.
Operation Acid Gambit: A Risky Rescue Mission
The podcast delves into Operation Acid Gambit, detailing the daring rescue mission in Panama involving businessman Curt Muse, who faced imprisonment over espionage allegations. The narrative highlights the complexities faced by the team of 25 operators in rescuing Muse from a fortified prison surrounded by hostile forces, shedding light on the intense and risky nature of the operation.
Challenges and Realities of Combat Operations
The speaker shares personal anecdotes and insights from combat experiences in Afghanistan, discussing the challenges and absurdities encountered during military operations. The stories include instances of navigating through bureaucratic red tape, the impact of political correctness on combat strategies, and the contrasting perspectives on combat effectiveness and decision-making in high-stress environments.
Starting a Security Company and Contracting Journey
Upon retiring from the military in 2001, the plan was to start a security company and engage in security consulting. However, after the events of 9/11, the doors opened for contracting opportunities in the nuclear security sector, leading to significant success in securing and hardening nuclear power plants in the U.S. Subsequently, involvement in Hollywood projects, corporate ventures, and security consulting in Hong Kong followed.
Ambush Experience in Afghanistan
A harrowing experience in Afghanistan during an ambush where the speaker's convoy was surrounded by the Taliban, leading to a daring escape. Facing life-threatening situations, the speaker made pivotal decisions in navigating the ambush, witnessing casualties and damages, yet managing to navigate through the hostile environment with strategic planning and focused determination.
Efforts to Assist Interpreters and Units in Afghanistan
Following the fall of Kabul and the dire situation in Afghanistan, the speaker's former soldiers reached out for help, seeking assistance in evacuating them and their families. Despite efforts to provide aid and secure evacuation for individuals and units left behind, challenges in obtaining passage through the gates and ensuring safety persisted, with tragic losses and perilous situations faced by those in Afghanistan.
Reflections on Military Leadership and Loyalty
The speaker reflects on the challenges faced when he could no longer support his team in combat, highlighting the impact on the soldiers he led. His experiences in Afghanistan underscore the loyalty of the Afghan soldiers he worked with, showcasing the bonds formed through trust and mutual respect.
Impressions from Global Rescue Operations
The speaker shares insights from his diverse experiences in global rescue operations, emphasizing the complex and risky nature of providing assistance in politically sensitive environments. From navigating geopolitical tensions in Saudi Arabia to supporting individuals in challenging situations, he underscores the importance of ethical decision-making and strategic planning in high-stakes missions.
(***TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Dale Comstock is a Special Forces Operator, CIA Pipe Hitter, Black Ops Expert, and Mercenary. He has served in Delta Force, the Green Berets, & CIA Ground Branch Unit. Currently he is a mercenary-for-hire around the world making money.
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CREDITS:
- Hosted & Produced by Julian D. Dorey
- Intro & Episode Edited by Alessi Allaman
***TIMESTAMPS***
0:00 - Dale on being a mercenary; Dale’s military background
11:38 - Delta Force; Difference between Navy SEALs and Special Forces; Spec Ops Training
25:00 - Dale’s early days shooting; How Dale became an expert shot
34:37 - Delta Ranger Standards; Controlled Psychopathic Killers
43:31 - Operation Acid Gambit; An emotional kill
52:04 - Kurt Muse & the Panama Arrest; Special Forces Invade Panama
58:46 - Helicopter Crash in mission; Another helicopter crash in jungle
1:04:22 - Black Hawk Down Story; Friend who adopted child killed (story); Saddam’s mysterious dungeons
1:12:10 - Living in Bali; Being universally tracked by intel agencies
1:18:49 - NATO: Russia vs Ukraine; Afghanistan & Iraq; Taliban & Hamas
1:28:04 - Taliban gaming system in Afghanistan; Interrogation Rules; Military “HR” practices
1:36:06 - Dale retires from Special Forces; Joining CIA Ground Branch; Discovery Channel & Hong Kong
1:41:36 - Network of Mercenaries; Special Operations & Ranking of Teams
1:45:32 - The invasion of Grenada in 1983; American Sniper Chris Kyle
1:53:56 - Dale’ explosives training; K9 Training in Bali
2:05:08 - The ridiculousness of the past few years
2:14:38 - Dale’s global security apparatus; Dale almost dies in ambush (Story)
2:25:23 - Fall of Afghanistan; Rescuing interpreters
2:37:07 - Which combatants Dale is willing to kill in mission; How to get people out of hostile countries
2:44:43 - Dubai 2010 crash
2:50:29 - Rescuing client’s kid from Spring Break gone wrong; Why Dale doesn’t like Saudi Arabia
2:58:36 - Friendliest people in the world; Hong Kong
3:02:56 - China
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Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 188 - Dale Comstock
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