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First Hand Account Of Military And Emergency Service Operations That Didn't Go As Planned

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Military and emergency service personnel are often called upon to perform dangerous and challenging tasks. While they are highly trained and experienced, there are times when things don't go as planned. These are the stories of those who have experienced such operations, and the lessons that they have learned from them.

What Can Possibly Go Wrong: A first hand account of military and emergency service operations that didn't always make the news, yet had strong potential to, or (did) end in tears.

by Terry Tempest Williams

5 out of 5

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The Battle of Mogadishu

The Battle of Mogadishu was a military operation conducted by the United States in Somalia in 1993. The operation was intended to capture two top lieutenants of the Somali warlord Mohamed Farah Aidid, but it quickly turned into a disaster. Eighteen American soldiers were killed and 73 were wounded, while Aidid's forces lost an estimated 500 men.

One of the soldiers who participated in the battle was Sergeant First Class Randy Shughart. In his book, "Black Hawk Down," Shughart describes the chaos and confusion of the battle. He also recounts the bravery and selflessness of his fellow soldiers, who fought to protect each other and complete their mission.

The Battle of Mogadishu was a sobering reminder of the dangers of military operations. It also highlighted the importance of training, preparation, and teamwork. The lessons learned from this battle have been applied to subsequent military operations, and they continue to save lives.

The Sewol Ferry Disaster

The Sewol Ferry Disaster was a maritime disaster that occurred in South Korea in 2014. The ferry was carrying over 470 passengers, most of whom were high school students. The ferry capsized and sank, killing over 300 people.

One of the survivors of the disaster was Park Ji-young. In her book, "Miracle on the Sewol Ferry," Park describes the terror and confusion of the sinking. She also recounts the bravery of the crew members and other passengers, who helped to save lives.

The Sewol Ferry Disaster was a tragic event that highlighted the importance of safety regulations and emergency preparedness. The lessons learned from this disaster have been applied to subsequent maritime operations, and they continue to save lives.

The Oklahoma City Bombing

The Oklahoma City Bombing was a terrorist attack that occurred in the United States in 1995. The attack killed 168 people and injured over 680 others. The bombing was carried out by Timothy McVeigh, a former U.S. Army soldier.

One of the first responders to the bombing was firefighter Bob Baskett. In his book, "A Thousand Points of Light," Baskett describes the chaos and devastation of the bombing. He also recounts the bravery and selflessness of the emergency responders, who worked to save lives and protect the city.

The Oklahoma City Bombing was a horrific event that highlighted the importance of terrorism preparedness and response. The lessons learned from this disaster have been applied to subsequent terrorist attacks, and they continue to save lives.

The stories of military and emergency service personnel who have experienced operations that didn't go as planned are a powerful reminder of the challenges and dangers that these professionals face. They are also a testament to the resilience and professionalism of these individuals, who continue to serve and protect their communities in the face of adversity.

What Can Possibly Go Wrong: A first hand account of military and emergency service operations that didn't always make the news, yet had strong potential to, or (did) end in tears.

by Terry Tempest Williams

5 out of 5