Part 1: Sgt. Pursley (Army Ranger)

About this episode

The episode features an interview with Sgt. Pursley, an Army Ranger, discussing his military journey and experiences.

What a great journey - here is part one with Sgt Pursley (Army Ranger)! Why the Army - growing up ready to join the military - Rambo - Leadership - and more! Sandy 11B Machine Gunner and team leader with Bco 3rd Ranger Battalion, Columbus Ga and special tactics for Special Operations Command,Tampa Fl 1992 graduated Army Scout Simmer 1993 graduate the elite Army Ranger school 1993 Operation Gothic Serpent, Mogadishu Somalia (arrived October 6) Earned the army’s elite Master parachutist badge, Expert Infantry badge, Expert marksman badge, Ranger Tab, Jungle expert training, British parachutist badge, Egyptian parachutist badge, Practical weapons and tactics training expert A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga…

People in this episode

Hosts: Clint Powell, Eric Buchanan, Josh Roe, John Ballinger, Jason Smith

Guest: Sgt Pursley

Topics covered

• military service
• leadership
• veteran experiences
• combat
• transition out of military
• oath and pledge

Keywords

• Army Ranger
• military
• leadership
• veterans
• combat
• oath
• pledge
• Operation Gothic Serpent
• Mogadishu
• training

Sponsors

Kubota of Chattanooga, 1st Lead U Podcast

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Columbus Ga, Tampa Fl, Mogadishu Somalia

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