We wore helmets from 1942 and carried our loads using web gear from 1967. They operated with stealth and cunning, and executed reconnaissance, raids and ambushes much like their forefathers. Rangers were at home in the wild and moved long distances on foot. In 1980, basic Rangering had not changed significantly in over 225 years. It was a pivotal moment in special operations forces (SOF) history, and I was fortunate to play a small part in it. The mission failed for a host of reasons and cost the lives of eight U.S. Embassy staff personnel held hostage in Iran. launched Operation Eagle Claw to rescue 52 U.S.
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