HISTORY
Why were the Navy Seals formed when they already had the UDT?
The military needed a team to cover more than just sea missions - needed air / land too
What were some important missions that used the SEALs expertise?
Examples: Vietnam War. Neptune Spear (with Seal Team 6) to find BinLaden. Rescue missions.
What is BUD/S training?
What year did the SEALS story begin?
What is the motto of the Navy SEALS?
The only easy day was yesterday
Name 2 of the 3 phases of the BUD/S training.
Before the SEALs there was a “UDT” - What was it?
Where do the Navy "SEALS" get their name from?
Sea, Air, Land - the places that they go.
Why do SEALS say, "You're only as strong as your weakest link"?
Who was president when the first Navy SEALS team was formed?
John F Kennedy
What percentage of recruits make it all the way through the BUD/S training to become a SEAL?
About 20-30%
Name 4 essential parts of the schedule in a typical day in the life of a Navy SEAL.
Morning Workout, Breakfast, Specialized training, Mission briefings, Rest and Recovery
What does the trident insignia look like?
It is a gold badge made up of the anchor, the eagle, the trident, and the flintlock pistol
How does a 'rebreather' help a Navy SEAL?
SEALs use them to swim underwater without making bubbles, staying hidden.
Give an example of a simulation the SEALS use to train for real-life situations.
Mock Missions, Underwater Drills, Obstacle Courses.