Because while it is possible to criticize the political choices of a government, it should never lack support for those who defend the country inside and outside the national borders and the unconditional love for that tricolor that seems to fly only for some football event.
It should be noted (it would be unfair not to mention it) a sort of "detachment" or lack of openness in the past years of the Italian armed forces in showing themselves and presenting themselves to the public for what they are: men and women.
Attitude that is slowly aligning with the European one (also thanks to those like us of Defense Online, we believe in a different approach than usual in telling the military matter and, that is, free from any prejudice), even if the road is long. Call us aside, but we love our country.
To give you an example, today we present an article published on the official website of the Navy Seal. From the first period, you will immediately understand what we are talking about.
Happy reading.
Young people who wish to enroll in the SEAL program probably already have some ideas about the reputation and tradition that lie behind the authoritative word "SEAL". Highly qualified, the SEALs are well trained with the most modern technology and in the handling of conventional and non-conventional weapons.
Becoming a Navy SEAL means learning to survive. It is not necessary to be the strongest to overcome probably the most intense and ruthless military training program on the planet. It takes something powerful: it takes heart. Southern California is an inviting place for the formation of Navy SEALs. Located on Coronado Bay, the city of San Diego is known worldwide for its beautiful beaches and breathtaking sunsets. Before reaching the training center in Coronado Bay, Navy recruits must pass basic physical exams and numerous mental tests.
The first phase of training involves an intense and demanding physical activity. This phase keeps recruits busy from dawn to dusk (and even longer). Physical conditioning includes daily exercise and swimming. During this training phase, recruits begin to learn about all the swimming and drowning techniques needed to become Seal. The Hell Week (or Hell Week) is the most difficult period during the third week of Phase One and is necessary to stimulate a large number of recruits to leave the program.
Spanning five days, Hell Week exposes recruits to intense physical training. The time to sleep is limited, when allowed, to two hours a day. At this point it becomes clear that training to become a Navy SEAL does not depend on physical ability alone, but on the strength to find the heart to continue.
"The only easy day was yesterday": this is the motto of the recruits. By becoming a Seal, however, the motto becomes: "Failure is not an option". Thus the point of view of those who finish the course changes. It doesn't matter how big or strong you are: you need heart and team spirit to become a Navy SEAL.
Do you have what it takes to become a Navy SEAL? Even if you don't have the strength right now, start with one simple thing: finding the heart. The rest can be conditioned and optimized, but it is the heart that must be found.
The heart is the only thing you need to become a Navy SEAL. Hoo-yah!
Franco Iacch
(photo: Navy Seals)
