The Army Ranger Wing
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- Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2022
- Picking up where I left off last time, I talk about the class system in the Irish Army between Officers and Enlisted, selection and training in the Army Ranger Wing and getting the urge to move on.
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Kevin mentioned his experience in Lebanon tragically An Irish soldier working in the UN peacekeeping force there was killed today, he was on his way home for Christmas leave he was from the same local Barricks where Kevin trained in Dundalk.
You need not fear of making us bored - I said it last time and I'll say it again, I could listen to your stories for 24 hours straight. Appreciate it very much, looking forward to more episodes.
So glad to see the mentioning of class in the Irish Defence Forces, it truly is prevalent.
Thanks for sharing your story Kevin. More people need to hear and know these stories.
I love the rant about the Irish military heirarchy. Had no idea that’s how it was but it makes sense. Antiquated rules that no one questioned, or at least taken seriously regarding the questioning. Thanks for sharing Kevin!
Thank you so much for these videos. Respect from Co. Wicklow, Ireland! I actually live near one of the training grounds in the village I am from (Kilmacanogue) They have signs saying "Special operations " with directions when going towards Laragh on the way up to Glendalough. Also, they have changed it you need to go to college before you join as a CO in the Irish army now. The army is in bad shape now though and there are loads of scandals going on the last few years with a lot of whistleblowers talking about the bad living conditions.
You don’t need a degree to be a Cadet
@@Kieran.Walsh. Apologies that is my bad, I was confident they changed it. Here are the requirements anyway. www.military.ie/en/careers/army-careers/what-is-an-army-officer-cadet/educational-requirements-for-cadetships-in-the-permanent-defence-force.pdf
That “Special Operations” place is nothing to do with the military, it is a paintballing place (I’m from the same neck of the woods).
You don’t need a degree to join as a cadet, if you don’t have one already once your commissioned they will send you to get one in a lot of cases.
Absolutely correct on living conditions but they are improving.
Wow the story and information of how the Irish army functioned was so mind blowing. Especially the part where an NCO could lock someone up for three days and refer charges to the commander. For anyone who was curious the American military does not function like this, and I think Keven was making a great point in where entitlement and disrespect would stem from. Overall this podcast was great to listen to, I think Kevin has the best personality to not only share his experiences but also weigh-in with opinions on modern topics.
Definitely didn't feel like the episode was too long, honestly I'm hungry for more and wish you would just keep talking :)
You have really engaging long form podcast material, keep it up.
My father was in the army ranger wing in 1984 or 1985 and did 4 trips to the Lebanon respect to you I can relate to your story’s 👍🏻
Keep plugging, Kevin, because this will take off! Need not worry about being entertaining - storytelling and narrative are in the Irishman’s blood - and your powerful insights and experience are sufficient unto themselves.
Being on an gas rig seems terrible. Being on an gas rig in the North Sea seems even worse.
Bouncing around those waters in a small craft seems horrific even before hypothermia is factored in, but rappelling in vicious wind doesn't seem better.
Gas rig and Lebanon stories are welcome. Great stuff!
Dude! Keep it coming. All these stories are great. Mike drop/ cleared hot just the Tip of the iceberg. Real dude doing dude stuff.
Man I loved your stories. Ranger wing is the dream.🙏
So much knowledge.
Thank you for sharing Kevin Owens.
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So much information. Seriously, thank you for every one of these you end up doing.
Thank you so very much for being willing to share your experiences. Our world needs to hear!
Pure gold from a master story teller! Look forward to more!!
Fantastic series! I love the old stories.
Love hearing your stories! Thank you!
Your not boring me! These stories are great! Thanks for sharing with us.
Thanks Kevin, good stuff and glad you are doing these. Your a hero.
It’s Awesome! Forget the time! RUclips has a pause button! It has a save feature! Your content is real, honest, and a viewpoint most people don’t know! Plus you have the storytelling ability like no other! Keep it up!!!! Thank you!!!
Really enjoying the podcast! Look forward to the future
Much love brother Kevin you are an amazing man! God has blessed us with such amazing men!
Been listening to your podcast. Just wanted to say I love it man. I really appreciate you sharing your stories.
Awesome content brother, you tell stories about your life and you have the ability to put us right there, we truly appreciate you,your time and service. I’m taking a firldcraft course this spring it would be a honor to meet you.
Greetings from Raeford 😉. I have been a fan of the Fieldcraft channel for a while and I always enjoyed your stories and instruction. Really enjoying going through the collection and listening to your stories. Thank you for coming over and serving and adding to the patriotic side of the fence. Keep up the great work. I want to take a class after the first of the year
These are great! Don’t worry about the time, the longer the better
Really interesting career. Keep the podcasts coming!
I am loving both podcasts u have done
Man, I didn't know you had a podcast. Always enjoyed watching you and Mike.
Hahahahaha the guy from the Falls just had demolition in his bones
Great stuff Kevin! Keep them coming.
Your description of Officers in the Irish Army sound like Cpl Himmelstoss from All Quiet On the Western Front. Keep up the Podcasts!
Kevin this is a great video, great insights.
You are doing great. Don't overthink it.
I'm loving these!
Loving your podcast. 2 hours is a good time limit. Don't have to stick under 1. The longer the better to me lol
I love the informal nature of this.
Looking forward to hearing more about Ireland! Even if it’s not military related, it’s such an interesting country with a lot of history.
Question from me: what were the mascot/nicknames for your units over there? I’ve always loved the names that the units have in the UK. Would like to hear you talk about that for a bit
I think people actually want you to go off on these long tangents. Really fun and interesting to listen to all of these stories
Story Time with Uncle Kev 🎉 I Love it Sir
Podcast is great, longer episodes please
Still digging the videos!! Keep em coming
Good stuff. Keep going!
Great stories as usual. Where you in the army when they captured Dessie O'Hare? I always figured these was more to that story.
I was in the Irish navy 81 to 86....it was a great kick-start for a youngster like me at the time but not as a long-term career . I did leave with a trade which stood me in good stead going forward in life in another country and have never lived in Ireland since 86.
If I pass the vetting I'm getting in to the Irish defence forces at 29.
You and Tony Regan i respect so much....im skip ward youngest bro...Rangers to usa special forces(green beret)...defo not sandbaggers
Heard the Wing was called the Farm, Funny farm back in the day,the mental stuff you have to go through in Selection.Heard it's not as bad nowadays.
Love your content boss.
very good as always
Love the story telling, Anytime one can take me out of my regular day to day, I thank you!~!🙏✌PS, you could good well into 2 hours .Most all pod casts are 2 hours min some good ones going into 3 hours, The bottom line is... You have a good story, You have an audience!
Best wishes from Limerick 🇮🇪
Regarding the British Army way of doing things it is relevant to point out that many men who fought in the War of Independence were ex-Army who had seen battle during World War I. Tom Barry is a famous example but there were others too.
At-Tiri is a Hezbollah stronghold so I think a visit there wouldn't be possible. Tibnine on the other hand could be safe.
Currently in the leb with 121 unifil... i can confirm the same bullshit is still going on...
Good stuff Kevin
Lovin the story time
that class system is still there to this day in the irish navy to some extent. A/B from logistics branch still take officers food orders and serve it to them
Very interested in your views on The Troubles currently.
Also the medical waz a great way to bring back stereos
How did yas cope with the AUG coming into service? There's a device on the trigger now to stop get going full-auto ( ALO)
Hey Kev, I get most of what you said and agree with nearly all of what you said, but I was there in Lebanon as an acting NCO and gave the order to open fire one night with the GMPG and all our FNs. It was full-on for forty minutes and still had to explain myself to the Duty Officer. So, I took charge as a Private, but then passed selection and then got commissioned so not all officers are devoid of selective thinking. I think it is instructive that there are only NCO vacancies in the unit
Kevin, Officers are generally much better if they were enlisted first, very few if any have as much experience as you. I think, in order to be commissioned you should have to spend 3 years enlisted, minimum. Question for you: does the class system in the Irish Army still exist?
Hi Kevin, good question, I would say no from my experience. There were certainly hints of it when I was commissioned in 1992 but you'll always get a wannabee wanker in any organization that thinks he or she is above everyone else.
No more than your life taking on a different direction once you left the Wing, mine did as well. Mind you I never thought back in the day that I would be running around Africa with a Glock 19 and 45 rounds of ammunition at the tender age of 62!!!
Let’s get you on the podcast
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this is great
I work with a bunch of chimps 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Have a great Thanksgiving, Stay Strong and Be Safe !!!
The private soldier is an animal
Although there were many good officers that cast society system wasn’t a good idea some officers were dicks I hope it has grown up since I was in it many years ago such a small army should do better. But I still respect my country men the Irish 🇮🇪
Could you talk about leadership? Most of the things I look into leadership about focus on promoting or advancing competence (which is fair enough) but I'm wanting to know specifically about leadership. Just because someone is competent doesn't mean they'd be a good leader. Sorry if it's too vague. thanks.
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why didn't you want to stay in new york? a life of combat and Fayetsville so different than pints and a union job in woodside queens or the other Irish enclaves. just curious
I haven't heard COD6 quoted in a while and officers who are considerate are hard to find speaking from experience
Fascinating. I long story footprint better. Your information is a lot to digest in 45 mins.
Did GIGN train to hit in arms etc too?
Yes
Did the Ranger wing operate in the north ????
No
I was in the U.S. Army enlisted mid 80’s. Aviation.
I was somewhat like you who asked why a lot when things didn’t add up or not making any sense.
My whole enlistment, including different units,the result/response was the same.
“ You’re not paid to Fuckin think” & /or “Shut the fuck up”
Great podcast. Very interesting
Hopefully you explain why you don't want to discuss certain events.
Maybe it's sensitive information, too personal, might make someone look bad,,etc.
Do you know the reason the Army Ranger Wing dropped the HK33 in favour of the Steyr AUG?
Was it a better rifle or was it just to have a common rifle with the rest of the army?
The problem is that , in Ireland , we don't value our army or it's soldiers .
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Kevin is the class system absent in the US Military by comparison
Pretty much, everyone eats together, I think the Airforce still play it a little
@@kevinowens9636 Yeah. Expected that. that's what I love about Americans.......it never actully crosses their mind that one guys is somehow more important than the other....its just alien to them
Irish bog wogg
Great vids, keep it up!