How Eleven Green Berets Fought For New Afghanistan

In the aftermath of 9/11, the world was forever changed. The United States launched a global war on terror, and one of the most important battlegrounds was Afghanistan.

In October 2001, a small team of Green Berets was sent to Afghanistan to lead the fight against the Taliban. This team, known as Operational Detachment Alpha 595 (ODA 595),was made up of eleven men, each with their own unique skills and experiences.

The Only Thing Worth Dying For: How Eleven Green Berets Fought for a New Afghanistan (P.S.)

by Eric Blehm

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The Green Berets of ODA 595 were tasked with a daunting mission: to train and advise the Afghan Northern Alliance, a group of anti-Taliban fighters. The Northern Alliance was outmanned and outgunned, but the Green Berets were determined to help them defeat the Taliban.

The Green Berets of ODA 595 faced many challenges in Afghanistan. They were constantly under fire from the Taliban, and they had to deal with the harsh conditions of the Afghan winter. But they never gave up.

In November 2001, the Green Berets of ODA 595 played a key role in the Battle of Mazar-i-Sharif, which was a major turning point in the war in Afghanistan. The Green Berets helped the Northern Alliance to defeat the Taliban in Mazar-i-Sharif, and this victory paved the way for the liberation of Kabul, the Afghan capital.

The Green Berets of ODA 595 continued to fight in Afghanistan for several years after the fall of the Taliban. They helped to train the new Afghan army and police force, and they worked to stabilize the country.

In 2005, the Green Berets of ODA 595 were awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for their extraordinary heroism in Afghanistan. The citation states that the Green Berets "displayed unwavering courage, determination, and professionalism in the face of overwhelming odds."

The story of the Green Berets of ODA 595 is an inspiring one. It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and determination. It is a story that should be told and retold for generations to come.

The Book

The book "How Eleven Green Berets Fought For New Afghanistan" tells the full story of ODA 595. The book is based on interviews with the Green Berets themselves, as well as their families and friends. It is a gripping account of one of the most important battles in the war on terror.

The book "How Eleven Green Berets Fought For New Afghanistan" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the war in Afghanistan. It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and determination. It is a story that will inspire you.

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The Only Thing Worth Dying For: How Eleven Green Berets Fought for a New Afghanistan (P.S.)

by Eric Blehm

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1431 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	513 pages

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