Dear Readers,
Lt. Commander Kauffman had a vision. He saw the men who joined S&R and NCDUs
as warriors who would do what other armed services personnel could not: removing obstacles and demolition (a fancy
word for blowing things up). The
training originally lasted eight weeks (10 for some groups). Today, that training is 26 weeks
This program weeded out many who could not make the
grade. Some estimate the number of those
who tried out but were not selected at
70 percent. That percentage remains high
today. Physical conditioning was
emphasized as well as skills in removal and demolition.
NCDU training continued at Ft. Pierce until V-J Day in
September, 1945 when some men were selected for advanced work. These men were assigned to a UDT base at
Maui, Hawaii where they underwent even more training.
Today, SEALS must complete a demanding SEALs Tactical Training, after completing BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL). These men are considered the best of the best, giving everything they have to serve their country.
Today, SEALS must complete a demanding SEALs Tactical Training, after completing BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL). These men are considered the best of the best, giving everything they have to serve their country.
Drop in next week to learn about the coveted SEAL trident.
May the Lord bless you and the United States of America,
Jane
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