Guy D. McCardle

Guy D. McCardle

Guy D. McCardle is a sixteen-year veteran of the United States Army and most recently served as a Medical Operations Officer during OIF I and OIF II. He holds a degree in Biology from Washington & Jefferson College and is a graduate of the US Army Academy of Health Sciences. Guy has been a contributing writer to Apple News, Business Insider, International Business Times, and Medical Daily. He has over 8,000 answers and more than 30,000 followers on Quora, where he is a top writer on military topics. McCardle is the Managing Editor of the SOFREP News Team, a collective of military journalists.

Inside the Team Room: Stand and Fight, With Jim West – Street Fighting Man

Dive into the gritty world of street fighting as Green Beret legend Jim “Smokey” West, a master in martial arts and hand-to-hand combat, unveils the harsh truth about survival in the unforgiving arena of real-life confrontations, emphasizing the necessity of a ruthless will to overpower adversaries.

Skydio Drones: The Future is Here and it Can Fly Itself

In the hands of a soldier, a Skydio drone is not just a piece of technology; it’s a game-changing ally, bringing the foresight of artificial intelligence to the unpredictable chessboard of modern warfare.

SHOT Show Pick of the Day: RM Equipment 40mm Grenade Launchers

At SHOT Show, I reveled in the quintessentially American experience of handling 40mm grenades and their launchers in public, learning that while you can technically own such firepower in the U.S., the web of regulations is as complex and formidable as the weapons themselves.

LA Police Gear: Great Buys To Be Had in Knives and Shoes

Embracing the rugged comfort and sleek functionality of LAPG gear, from the durable Terrain Stealth Sneakers to the precision and resilience of their EDC knives, transforms everyday wear into an adventure-ready ensemble.

SHOT Show 2024: Popping Smoke

Embracing my enduring fascination with flames and smoke, I eagerly anticipate the arrival of Enola Gaye’s tactical treats, envisioning a fiery spectacle to enliven both my backyard and our YouTube channel.

Pentagon Identifies Fatalities in Jordan Drone Strike

In a solemn briefing, Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh unveiled the heart-wrenching human toll of a drone strike in Jordan, where three Army Reserve soldiers met their untimely demise, igniting a fervent debate among U.S. lawmakers on the path forward in a region shadowed by escalating tensions and the specter of war.

SHOT Show Pick of the Day: 5.11 Tactical V.XI XTU MultiCam

Amidst the vast array of gear and gadgets at SHOT Show ’24, the V.XI XTU MultiCam line by 5.11, encased in its glass fortress, caught my eye—not just for its battlefield readiness, but for its ingenious blend of comfort, durability, and sleek design, promising to revolutionize uniforms whether you’re on a covert mission or just kicking back on your day off.

Inside the Team Room: Green Berets – Living in an Unfair World

In this gripping finale of Inside the Team Room: Green Berets, Jack Murphy delves into the harrowing darkness faced in war zones, shedding light on the stark reality that the principles of humanity we hold dear are, tragically, foreign in the brutal world of our adversaries.

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Taking a Long SHOT in Vegas

Grasping the Hitsville from Detroit Gun Works, I felt the power of precision engineering in my hands, seamlessly striking targets at nearly a kilometer away—a testament to the craftsmanship that makes every shot a masterpiece.