From: Matt Daniels – GreatAmericans.com
Navy Seal David Goggins runs 450 miles a month to find out the limits of his soul. Goggins exemplifies the extraordinary character and spirit of the men who wear the famed Trident of the Seals. In his words, Goggins has chosen to serve in the special forces because “my life doesn’t have a finish line”.
“Hell Week” is the test that all Navy personnel endure in order to qualify for Seal training. Seals like Goggins talk about Hell week as a “purifying ritual” designed to test the spirit and guarantee that future Seals are ready for what their nation may demand of them.
Navy Seals are playing a special role in the hunt for Taliban leaders in Afghanistan. A 60 Minutes news crew was given an opportunity to follow one unit on a hunt for a top Taliban leader. This is a rare glimpse into one of dozens of dangerous missions that Seal units carry out during a typical tour in country.
