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Dr. Jared Tracy
Historian with the USASOC History Office specializing in Special Forces doctrine and the historical development of special warfare during the Kennedy era.
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Nov 21, 2025
• 40min
#181: A Badge of Distinction - President John F. Kennedy's Impact On Green Berets - USASOC Historians Dr. Troy Sacquety & Dr. Jared Tracy
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Dr. Jared Tracy and Dr. Troy Sacquety, historians with the USASOC History Office, delve into President John F. Kennedy's pivotal role in shaping America's Special Forces. They discuss JFK's 1962 endorsement of the Green Beret as a symbol of excellence, his inspiring oratory that motivated recruits, and the legacy of unconventional warfare he championed. The duo explores Kennedy's Fort Bragg visit, the expansion of Special Forces under his leadership, and the significance of annual traditions that honor his impact, ensuring his memory endures among today's Green Berets.
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