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Serving in Delta Force & TFO | Pete Gal...

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In this episode, Major General Pete Gallagher shares his extensive military career, detailing his journey from a young boy in Kansas to a distinguished leader in the U.S. Army. He discusses his early life, the impact of his father's death, and how it motivated him to pursue a military career. Gallagher reflects on his experiences in ROTC, his role as a signals officer, and the transition to special operations. He provides insights into the importance of communication in military operations, the challenges faced during significant events like 9/11, and the evolution of military strategies over the years. Gallagher's story is one of resilience, leadership, and dedication to service. In this conversation, the speaker shares personal experiences from their military career, detailing significant events such as a dining facility attack, the establishment of a joint recon task force, and the challenges faced in cybersecurity and communication infrastructure. They also discuss family connections in combat, leadership lessons learned, and the transition to civilian life after a long military career.
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00:00 Start
05:45 College Years and ROTC Experience
11:56 Training and Early Assignments
17:54 Transition to Special Operations
24:07 Establishing a Tactical Communications Unit
29:44 Reflections on Leadership and Service
39:16 From Worst to First: Mastering Marksmanship
44:50 Journey to Hawaii: A New Assignment
52:28 Training for Real-World Operations
01:01:16 Crisis Action Planning Post-9/11
01:08:39 Lessons Learned from Iraq
01:15:26 The F3EAD Cycle: Exploiting Intelligence
01:21:11 The Impact of Insurgency and Family Connections
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