Reed Morin Show Delta Force Operator Dale Comstock: Delta Force Selection, NAVY SEAL vs Delta, Panama Prison Raid
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Dec 11, 2024 Dale Comstock, a former Delta Force operator, shares his gripping journey through the intense selection process for elite military units. He contrasts Delta Force with Navy SEALs and SAS, revealing what differentiates these special forces. Dale recounts his harrowing experience during Operation Acid Gambit, a daring prison raid in Panama, highlighting the unpredictable nature of military missions and the camaraderie formed in conflict. He also discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life and the complexities of today's global security landscape.
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Delta Operators: Individualism and Teamwork
- Delta operators must function independently and as a team.
- Dale Comstock explains the term "operator" originated in Delta because they work in various roles.
Special Forces Tiers
- Dale explains Tier 1 units (Delta, SEAL Team 6) maintain a constant state of war readiness, even in peacetime.
- Funding and alert status differentiate Tier 1, 2, and 3 units.
Delta vs. DEVGRU
- Dale compares Delta Force and DEVGRU, noting SEALs excel in maritime operations.
- He observes SEALs sometimes lack the field craft and troop-leading experience of Delta.