Jocko Podcast 247: W.T.F. What it Takes to Beat The Odds, with John Stryker Meyer. Wiskey Tango Foxtrot, by Lynne Black.
Sep 16, 2020
John Stryker Meyer, a Green Beret veteran and collaborator with Lynn Black in Vietnam's SOG, shares gripping insights from his experiences. They discuss the extraordinary bravery of soldiers amidst the chaos of combat and the emotional toll of warfare. Meyer dives into the rigorous training of Special Forces and the complexities of debriefing operations. With anecdotes illustrating the camaraderie and sacrifices of military life, the conversation emphasizes the profound impact of these experiences on personal growth and the legacy of service.
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Lynn Black's Enlistment
- Lynn Black enlisted in the Army in 1963, aiming to serve his duty before pursuing his art career.
- He was assigned to Germany but ended up in Okinawa after volunteering for Airborne School.
SOG's High Casualty Rate
- Lynn Black, like John Stryker Meyer and Doug Letourneau, served in Vietnam with SOG, a classified group.
- SOG missions were extremely dangerous, with a casualty rate exceeding 100%.
173rd's Deployment to Vietnam
- The 173rd Airborne, unaware of Vietnam's escalating conflict, prepared for a 60-day deployment.
- Their mission was to secure Bien Hoa Air Base as part of Operation Rolling Thunder.
