battleofmogadishu

In 1993, an Army Ranger special operation mission took place in Mogadishu where their goal was to capture two Somali leaders. During this mission, an unfortunate change of events unfolded which led to two Blackhawks being shot down, 18 deaths, 80 injuries and one missing pilot. This mission left an impact on our nation and armed forces, and the story can now be found in the film, “BlackHawk Down”. Despite the casualties and tragic events from this mission, there are many lessons to be learned for both military members, but also ordinary civilians. Today’s guest, Larry Moores, was impacted firsthand from these events and has been involved in making positive change since that battle. Larry joins us to talk about leading that convoy back in 1993 and the lessons learned since.

As the convoy leader of the mission, Moores needed to effectively lead his men. Throughout difficult training before becoming a Ranger and discipline leading up to the mission, Moores and his men were properly equipped to carry out this mission. However, we all know that things do not always go to plan. When faced with resistance, Moores had to dig deep into his leadership ideals to ensure a safe, effective outcome. It is often in high pressure situations that true leaders step up and rise to the occasion.

Moores reflects on the events of the Battle of Mogadishu and relates it to how he views leadership and success today. During the contemporary world events overseas, it is important to learn from our countries most effective leaders to best understand the circumstances. Larry embodies that title very well and provides excellent insight for the listeners.

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The Gray Beards have an awesome conversation with Dan Schilling!

About Dan...
Dan spent more than 30 years in the military, primarily as a Combat Controller and Special Tactics Officer, though he proudly started his career as an infantry grunt. His numerous combat and clandestine deployments have taken him around the world and include Operation Gothic Serpent, popularly known as Black Hawk Down from the movie and book bearing the same name, where he is credited with saving the lives of a Ranger and SEAL Team Six SEAL while under fire. He later founded and then served as the first commander of two special operations squadrons, one of which’s name and purpose remains classified. His final military assignment was the Joint Special Operations Command weapons of mass destruction U.S. interagency and intelligence community director. His military certifications include HALO and staticline master parachutist, Special Forces combat diver, and demolitions instructor.

A purveyor of adrenaline-fueled endeavors, he holds the Guinness World Record for most BASE jumps in 24 hours (201), a feat he conducted to benefit children who’ve lost a parent in special operations through the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. He is also a professional-rated demonstration skydiver, speedwing pilot and volunteer ski instructor with Wasatch Adaptive Sports, helping those with disabilities to experience the thrill of downhill skiing.

Dan is now a full-time writer of both fiction and nonfiction. In addition to books, his writing has appeared in The Air Commando Journal, Cigar Aficionado and Parachutist magazines. He and his wife Julie, a former NSA cyber warfare operative, live in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah. He can usually be found skiing or flying his speedwing near Alta ski resort.

 For more about Dan visit https://www.danschillingbooks.com/

US Army Ranger Brad Paulsen earned a Silver Star for valor as a Humvee turret gunner manning a 50 cal. machine gun during the infamous Battle of Mogadishu in October 1993. The struggle to recover injured and fallen US soldiers after a daring assault was popularized by the movie Black Hawk Down.

Brad Paulsen is a decorated veteran and retired carpenter from northern Illinois. During the podcast he talks in detail about the his part in the Battle of Mogadishu, becoming an Army Ranger and many other life experiences.

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Kyle Lamb is a former Army veteran who served the majority of time in Special Operations, and in the Unit (SOFD-D Delta Force). Most people just say “The Unit”. During that time he served in Iraq, Bosnia, and fought in the Battle of Mogadishu.

Once he left the military, Kyle starting teaching firearms instruction and also formed his gear company, Viking Tactics. Kyle has also written several shooting books and a book on leadership called “Leadership in the Shadows” (which he narrates the audiobook version). Kyle also has a very successful podcast, “Team VTAC Podcast” where he interviews other gun industry people and covers historical events.

Kyle is currently writing two more books that we talk about on this show.

Links mentioned on the podcast:

Viking Tactics

“Leadership in the Shadows” Audiobook

Team VTAC Podcast

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