Combat Controller

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.

In the predawn hours of March 4, 2002, just below the 10,000-foot peak of a mountain in eastern Afghanistan, a fierce battle raged. Outnumbered by Al Qaeda fighters, Air Force Combat Controller John Chapman and a handful of SEALs struggled to take the summit in a desperate bid to find a lost teammate. Chapman, leading the charge, was gravely wounded in the initial assault. Believing he was dead, his SEAL leader ordered a retreat. Chapman regained consciousness, alone with the enemy closing in on three sides, beginning the most difficult and exceptional fight of his life.

"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....

Havoc-06 is the call sign of former Australian Combat Controller Troy Knight. As a Royal Australian Air Force Airfield Defence Guard, Troy had not found the military adventure he sought: combat operations. His thirst for overseas deployment saw him privately contract his services in Iraq and South East Asia, but when he got whiff that the Australian Defence Force was raising a new defence capability, he couldn’t help but want to be part of it.

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 ...

Two soldiers debate what it means to love and live on a battlefield A short, dark, and dystopic vignette of war throughout the ages. If you ever supported any war, you’ll get the message. You won’t feel good. The tale shows what we have become, what we are living, and where we may be going

Walk in my Combat Boots is a powerful collection crafted from hundreds of original interviews by James Patterson, the world’s number one best-selling writer, and First Sergeant US Army (Ret.) Matt Eversmann, part of the Ranger unit portrayed in the movie Black Hawk Down.

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 can stay in the fight, survive, and win. A brief, but insightful look at history shows the evolution of combat, the development of the physical and psychological leverage that enables humans to kill other humans, followed by an objective examination of domestic violence in America.

…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 ...

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.....

If you're like most Americans, your most valuable asset is your retirement fund. We diligently save money for years, yet most of us don't know how to avoid the costly mistakes that cause a good chunk of those savings to be lost to needless and excessive taxation. Now, in the midst of a financial crisis, there is more need than ever to protect your assets. The Retirement Savings Time Bomb, by renowned tax advisor Ed Slott, shows you in clear-cut layman's terms how to take control over your retirement savings plan.

Brant's always had trouble with the ladies... ...becoming the Wizard's Apprentice is helping...a bit! 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 it's 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 ...

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!

John Comer kept a journal of the 25 missions he flew in 1943, when the casualty rate on his base was close to 80 percent. His book is handwritten history, recorded within hours after the battles occurred. Comer vividly creates his experiences as top-turret gunner/flight engineer in a B-17 squadron that was thrown against the best pilots the Luftwaffe could offer.

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.

Are you looking for a diet which is appetizing but at the same time can help to reduce cancer risk and fight disease? Unlike other books, this guide will show you the many amazing benefits of the ketogenic diet which helps you keep a healthy body weight and prevent the growth of malignant tumors. With this handbook, you will be able to strengthen your body's immunity, making you happier and healthier while enjoying your keto diet.

Si cree que es muy difícil controlar la ansiedad o siente que nunca la ha padecido, a pesar de tener los síntomas eventualmente, este audiolibro es para usted, pues acá va a poder aclarar cualquier duda e incertidumbre sobre este trastorno que afecta a gran parte de la población mundial.

Navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence. Feeling overwhelmed by the emotional rollercoaster ride, from irritability to sadness to moments of intense anxiety? Tossing and turning at night with insomnia, or battling unexpected hot flashes that leave you searching for cool relief? Having difficulty concentrating, and your memory seems to be playing tricks on you due to brain fog?

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...

"Holistic Secrets to Lustrous Hair" is a comprehensive guide to total hair care. This book explores alternate therapies like mudras, breathing techniques, acupressure, herbal hair oils, hair packs, and natural homemade cleansers and shampoos, all aimed at controlling hair fall and promoting lush hair growth. In a world saturated with chemical hair products, Holistic Secrets to Lustrous Hair adopts a refreshing approach, delving into ancient practices prioritizing hair and mental well-being. The book initiates this exploration by unmasking the intricate connection between stress, lifestyle, ...