Combat Controller

The New York Times bestselling true account of John Chapman, Medal of Honor recipient and Special Ops Combat Controller, and his heroic one-man stand during the Afghan War, as he sacrificed his life to save the lives of twenty-three comrades-in-arms. In the predawn hours of March 4, 2002, just...

He’s an overprotective bodyguard. The dark-haired grump who makes introverted, good girl me more flustered than usual. And, until he decides I’m safe, he’s also my new roommate.

On Combat looks at what happens to the human body under the stresses of deadly battle and the impact on the nervous system, heart, breathing, visual and auditory perception, memory -- then discusses new research findings as to what measure warriors can take to prevent such debilitations so they...

Discover true stories of the silent heros that live among us with these moving and powerful recollections of war, told by the men and women who lived them. “The stories America needs to hear” —Admiral William H. McRaven, US Navy (Ret.) Walk in my Combat Boots is a powerful collection...

There is no pretty way to say that. If you're here, you're facing a disorder that can damage your life. Although there are many solutions to insulin resistance and diabetes, changing your nutrition is the most effective step you can take toward a better future. This audiobook will show you exactly how to reverse your health condition, improve your quality of life, and put you in the safe zone - forever!

Close Quarters Combat: A Practical Manual for Survival, Control, and Exit Samuel T. Grady What this book is — and what it isn’t. This is a real-world manual for surviving violent encounters at close range. It strips away the fantasy combat of videogames and movies — and replaces it with a principled, pragmatic, and legally aware system built for civilians, instructors, and security professionals who want usable skills, not theater. Inside you’ll learn: • The Combative Mindset — how to see danger early, manage fear, and make decisions under pressure. • Anatomy & Targeting — ...

Fred Tomasello Jr. served three years as an officer in the U. S. Marine Corps. He earned two Purple Hearts, five Air Medals and a heavy dose of Post Traumatic Stress. Born and raised in West Tampa, Florida, Fred graduated from the University of South Florida and worked 27 years at the Tampa Postal Service. Retiring in 1999, he and his wife Kathy Blair sold their home, bought a truck and trailer, and traveled cross-country for five years as full-time RV'ers before settling in Cheektowaga, NY, a suburb of Buffalo. Soon after September 11, 2001 Fred started writing and discovered the spiritual...

…Ben Het has tanks in the wire! “Hawk Claw is engaging,” the pilot reports firing the first TOW missile ever from a helicopter in combat. Fire Base Delta had already been over run and Fire Base Charlie was fighting for its life. How much would fall before the North Vietnamese army was knocking on the doors of the key city of Kontum? This was the third phase of the North Vietnamese Easter Offensive Campaign of 1972. Standing across the country between them and the fall of Saigon was a poorly led South Vietnamese Army, brave South Vietnamese soldiers, and US Advisors. How much ground ...

Mark chose to enlist in the Air Force as a Special Operations Combat Controller after he received his Bachelor’s degree from The University of Alabama. Because of his above average grades and near-photographic memory, his Business Finance degree would have done him well. But, he felt a higher calling; one that put him between us and the enemies bent on our destruction.

I received a target indication from one of the rear team members and observed movement coming from the left of the area of engagement. I then saw them, two enemy fighters moving to a new position. I must have let rip about twenty rounds and not one of the rounds hit them. I had missed completely!...

A complete action plan from Ed Slott, "the best source of IRA advice" (Wall Street Journal), to help you make sure your 401(k)s, IRAs, and retirement savings aren't depleted by taxes by the time you need to use them. If you're like most Americans, your most valuable asset is your retirement fund...

"America had a secret weapon," writes Steve Call of the period immediately following September 11, 2001, as planners contemplated the invasion of Afghanistan. This weapon consisted of small teams of Special Forces operatives trained in close air support (CAS) who, in cooperation with the loose federation of Afghan rebels opposed to the Taliban regime, soon began achieving impressive - and unexpected - military victories over Taliban forces and the al-Qaeda terrorists they had sponsored....

Brant has always had trouble with the ladies... ...becoming the Wizard's Apprentice is helping...a lot! Working at Burke and Dunne to pay for college, Brant had always considered the curiosity shop a fun place, where he could unwind. Following the death of one of its owners, though, things get somewhat more complicated. Dutch Dunne, the surviving owner, seems to want Brant to be his apprentice...The Wizard's Apprentice. Is the old codger full of it? Brant thinks the downhill slide to dementia is accelerating for his beloved boss, but that was before weird things started to happen to him. Is...

Sarge: An Exemplar Essay on the Life and Legacy of MSgt John Chapman In Sarge, Paul J. Ferguson examines the life and legacy of John A. Chapman—not as a tale of heroism frozen in a single moment, but as a study in duty carried beyond the limits of self-preservation. Rather than retelling the events of Takur Ghar as spectacle, this Exemplar Essay reflects on what Chapman’s actions reveal about responsibility when escape is possible, survival is uncertain, and obligation remains. Chapman did not act because success was assured. He acted because leaving was no longer acceptable. Through a ...

Wired for Battle is your practical guide to building a dependable antweight 2WD brushed combat robot from the electronics bench to the competition arena. A combat robot does not win on motion alone. It needs a power system that can handle demanding motors, wiring that survives impacts, controls that respond when needed, and electronics arranged for quick inspection and repair. This book breaks down the essential systems behind a reliable machine, helping you move from scattered components and uncertain connections to a clear, competition-ready design. Start by understanding why a small ...

Composure is a trainable capacity, and it responds to load the way the rest of you does. This book gives a fighter the practices that build it, each one attached to a drill you can start this week. He runs hills. He lifts. His technique in drilling is clean. Then the buzzer goes on a hard round and something in him comes apart. His shoulders climb toward his ears. His breathing turns shallow and stays there. By the middle of the second round he is finished, and it was not his lungs that finished him. What failed was attention. Attention is trainable. It responds to load, it adapts to ...

Subtitled "Memoirs of a Navy Seal", Captain Robert A. Gormly tells his amazing story as the leader of the US Navy SEALs, taking us into the night, into the water and into battle on some of the most hair-raising missions ever assigned. Rising through the chain of command within the SEALs from platoon leader to commanding officer, Gormly's journey began with a chance meeting on a Virginia beach.....

Looking for genuine, long-term relief from heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD? Conquering GERD: Your Comprehensive Guide to Lasting Relief from Acid Reflux and Heartburn is your roadmap to a healthier, more comfortable life. Written by a seasoned expert on digestive health, this guide goes beyond temporary quick fixes to offer: Clear Explanations of GERD Fundamentals – Understand why reflux happens, how it evolves, and how you can prevent further damage to your esophagus. Proven Lifestyle Modifications – Discover the power of diet adjustments, portion control, and meal timing to ease acid...

Two audiobooks in one: 5-Key Ketogenic Diet to Combat Cancer: Enhance Appetite, Feeling Energized & Rejuvenate Appearance and Beginners’ Guide to Keto Intermittent Fasting: Become Toned, Rejuvenate Appearance & Regain Confidence.

James Stone has travelled across the galaxy to a remote colony on the planet Redren in the artificial constellation of Evigone. With the help of the microscopic mus, he has learnt to speak their language and can even read ancient texts. At first, he is suspected of being a spy and kept under the watchful eye of Bulsar, a king in exile. He has used his carpentry skills, taught to him by his father, to help Bulsar renovate his boat. But before they can finish, the Tax Collectors of Rickoby arrive on Redren. They try to run and hide in the ancient ruins of Zagan’s Tomb but are caught and ...