Larry Vickers - Delta Force: Operation Acid Gambit
In this 29 May 2025 video, host Shawn Ryan talks with Larry Vickers, a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Army, with extensive service in the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (Delta Force). After retiring, he became a leading firearms instructor, CEO of Vickers Tactical, and a key consultant for firearms manufacturers like Heckler & Koch and Wilson Combat. Vickers is also known for his YouTube channel, Vickers Tactical, where he reviews firearms and shares expertise with millions. As a historian and collector, he brings a wealth of knowledge on military tactics, gear, and the evolution of firearms.
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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
04:00 Childhood Memories and Family Background
11:07 Early Influences and Military Aspirations
14:09 Joining the Army and Special Forces
30:54 Special Forces Training and Challenges
46:00 Joining the SF Team at 19
51:30 Disappointment and Leaving SF
01:09:04 Delta Selection Process
01:13:49 Stress Phase and 40-Miler
01:31:00 Passing Selection and Starting OTC
01:49:48 Delta Force Culture
02:07:37 Panama Operation Preparation
02:35:05 Navigating the Prison in Darkness
02:41:20 Unexpected Crash and Aftermath
03:00:04 Training and Operations in Iraq
03:07:54 Somalia: The Aftermath of October 3rd
03:16:02 Loss and Coping Mechanisms
03:31:04 Injuries and the End of a Career
03:34:53 Frustration with Mainstream Media
03:52:19 Building Vickers Tactical
04:02:35 Legal Troubles and Personal Reflections
04:12:06 Health Struggles and Family Reflections
04:20:03 Final Thoughts and Farewell