Hammerhead Six

How Green Berets Waged an Unconventional War Against the Taliban to Win in Afghanistan's Deadly Pech Valley

By: Ronald Fry, Tad Tuleja

Narrated by: Ronald Fry

The incredible story of the Green Berets' "hearts and minds" counterinsurgency in Afghanistan's notorious Pech River Valley, told by the unit commander who led Hammerhead Six.

In 2003, the Special Forces soldiers entered an area later called "the most dangerous place in Afghanistan." Here, where the line between civilians and armed zealots was indistinct, they illustrated the Afghan proverb: "I destroy my enemy by making him my friend."

Captain Ronald Fry recounts how they were seen as welcome guests rather than invaders. Soon after their deployment ended, the Pech Valley reverted to turmoil. Their success was never replicated. Hammerhead Six finally reveals how cultural respect, hard work (and the occasional machine-gun burst) were more than a match for the Taliban and Al Qaeda.

Best SF Book Yet

This book is a great example of exactly how an ODA trains, equipts, and leads men.

the dog lunged through the air sinking his teeth

a heartwarming example of the golden rule in an unconventional war... wow! this is definitely a must if you're into action and details... íts a combination of both if you're looking for strictly action this may not be what you want.,.

such a powerful story

A true example of how insurgent wars should be handled. I can't for the life of me figure out why big military can't figure out that there is not much need for large forces now days. Vietnam showed a blue print on how to defeat the US military with insurgent warfare. Well written and well narrated.

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Even at my advanced age of 40 years, I’m enthralled at the ability of individuals to have innate leadership abilities and a clarity for their own mission in life.
I have no regrets in my life and will take the lessons provided by the honorable Ronald Fry to better my life and the society we live in.
There’s a beauty in the gifts that life provides...the gift provided to me they Ronald’s teachings is a respect and reverence for humankind and spirit as a whole!

Mahalo!

Leadership

Excellent example of Strength, Humility, Justice and Mercy! Winning hearts and minds of those who don't like us, or trust us.