Book SummaryThank You for My Service, by Mat Best

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The author's military experiences included engaging in direct combat, enduring the death of his team leader, and performing bold maneuvers.

The writer completed five deployments as a member of the distinguished 75th Ranger Regiment.

The author's narrative recounts his achievements and tasks during deployment, including carrying out operations, gathering intelligence, and interacting with opponents.

The writer recounts his time in the military, detailing his participation in five deployments with a unit that is one of three making up the elite 75th Ranger Regiment. He recounts his involvement in numerous missions aimed at apprehending adversaries, which entailed a series of raids marked by regular confrontations with hostile forces. The author led a team of Rangers during air assault missions and was involved in Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) operations in collaboration with Air Force Pararescuemen (PJs). The author shares insights from his involvement in hazardous missions, which encompass a thorough description of the preparations for demolishing a downed Predator drone with C4 plastic explosives.

The passing of the author's squad commander, Sgt. Staff Sergeant Brehm played a role. The person being discussed is Ricardo Barraza.

The author narrates the distressing incident which resulted in the deaths of Brehm and Barraza during battle, and describes how profoundly it impacted him.

The author profoundly grieves the passing of his squad commander, Sgt. Dale Brehm held the rank of Staff Sergeant. During their service, Ricardo Barraza and another soldier made the ultimate sacrifice. He pays tribute to their legacy by describing their unwavering bravery and steadfast dedication to their comrades. Their sacrifice deeply affected the author, propelling him to strive for excellence as a tribute to their leadership and example. The lasting...

Thank You for My Service Summary The author struggled with the transition to civilian life and with charting a new path following his military career.

The author struggled with the transition to civilian life.

The author describes his struggle to adapt to civilian life, feeling estranged in a setting that has become strange to him.

The author describes a profound change in his outlook following his departure from the armed forces, marked by the image of his team advancing without him, which sowed feelings of solitude within. Upon his return to Southern California, he swiftly realized that the thrill of his recent freedom faded, propelling him towards a lifestyle filled with festivities similar to the breaks he experienced between deployments, lacking both novelty and significance.

He felt a deep sense of alienation from the young people of Los Angeles, whose superficial attitudes and inadvertent offenses were especially pronounced when they spoke about his military service. During a scuffle in the university dining hall, Mat was erroneously identified as a maintenance worker, which intensified his feelings of anger and isolation. The college students' petty concerns cemented his feeling of disconnection from civilian life, struggling with the urge to lash out at an environment that seemed both senseless and...

Thank You for My Service Summary The writer's foray into the domain of contractual employment and the challenges he faced.

The author narrates his own path to self-sufficiency in the military, emphasizing the numerous obstacles he faced throughout the process.

The author chose to pursue a career in the field of personal security services.

The author describes his reasons for choosing to engage in contracting work and the initial advantages it offered.

The author was drawn to the idea of contract work in "Executive Protection," advertised on Craigslist, because it offered a high salary and a chance to apply the skills he had honed in the armed forces. The author's zeal was ignited by chances to partake in drills that ignited his fervor, which encompassed showcasing his precision in shooting skills. During his time with the Rangers, he developed a deep-seated pride in his marksmanship skills, which were crucial to his role as a contractor. When you're passionate about an activity, it often feels more like pleasure than work.

The author encountered numerous obstacles throughout his period working in a contractual capacity.

The author narrates his encounters with red tape, regulations, and the mental strain associated with his professional duties.

The author openly addressed...

Thank You for My Service Summary The author's escalating engagement in producing content and entrepreneurial ventures culminated in his choice to depart from contracting.

The author discovered a distinctive path to assist his comrades-in-arms and to articulate his thoughts by engaging in content creation and entrepreneurial activities, which eventually prompted his departure from his contracting profession.

The author's success in amassing an online audience was due to his production of engaging videos.

The author recounts how he initiated a YouTube channel, garnered a significant audience, and realized the potential to evolve this endeavor into a business venture.

The author, known among his colleagues for producing engaging content, aimed to boost the profile of his YouTube channel, MBest11x, by taking part in the SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Despite being deployed to Afghanistan instead of Iraq, the author's renown endured, resulting in recognition of his online presence. His efforts in portraying veterans in a relatable manner for a broad audience not only facilitated their transition back into civilian life but also gave him a deep sense of fulfillment. He realized that his love for music and creative drive could lead to a viable career in creating content that would fully engage his interest.

The author's co-founding of various...