John Black

John Black

John Black is a retired Special Forces "Green Beret" with more than 20 years of experience in the military at both 5th SFG(A) and 3rd SFG(A). Additionally, he has ten combat deployments in places such as Iraq, Kurdistan, Afghanistan, and countries throughout Africa. He has a degree in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis and is currently working on his Masters.

Army Regulation 670-1 Gone Wild!

The Army has announced sweeping changes to its appearance and uniform code AR 670-1. But the ‘progressive’ edits are already falling short.

Remembering a Warrior: SFC Joshua Beale

It is said that a soldier dies twice: once when he takes his last breath and once when he’s forgotten. SOFREP will never forget SFC Joshua Beale.

Team SOCOM Prepares for Warrior Games 2021

The annual competition highlights the exceptional physical skills and mental toughness of wounded, ill, and injured active-duty and veteran servicemembers.