Mike Glover: "It Was a Good Run Killing a Bunch of Bad Guys" | Peak Points
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Key Insights
Why did Mike Glover decide to reenlist after 9/11?
He felt a strong urge to fight and make a difference after the attacks, leveraging his skills as a non-commissioned officer to seek vengeance and contribute to the war effort.
What challenges did Mike Glover face when trying to reenlist after 9/11?
The Army was unsure how to handle a surge of prior service personnel wanting to return, and Glover had to go through the entire enlistment process again, including MEPS, despite being an experienced E5.
What was Mike Glover's role in Afghanistan after reenlisting?
He was an 18 Bravo, in charge of 144 Afghan commandos, training them and leading operations despite being a new guy in the team.
How did Mike Glover manage to equip his Afghan commandos?
He exploited a nonprofit program to send helicopters full of clothes and toiletry items, outfitting his Afghans with basic necessities they lacked.
What was Mike Glover's experience with the SEALs during his deployments?
His initial impressions were mixed, with some young SEALs underestimating his team's capabilities, but overall, they had successful joint operations and a good working relationship.
Why did Mike Glover eventually separate from the military?
He was disgruntled after being told the political climate wouldn't allow for aggressive actions against the perpetrators of the Benghazi attack, despite his unit's readiness to act.
What advice does Mike Glover give for personal preparedness?
He emphasizes personal defense with a firearm, medical preparedness with a tourniquet, and the importance of carrying essential items in a bag for extended capacity.
Chapters
- Mike Glover got out of the military on September 3, 2001, and immediately tried to re-enter after the 9/11 attacks.
- He was in college at the time and quickly started making calls to get back into the military.
- Glover felt a strong urge to fight and get vengeance after the attacks.
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