Deadliest Warrior: US Army Ranger vs. North Korean Special Forces

2014-09-17T03:43:49-04:00

So a while back one of my favorite shows was SPIKE TV's 'Deadliest Warriors'. I was watching an old favorite on youtube that had the Rangers (regiment type) face off against the North Korean SF guys. I'll have to admit my bias towards the Rangers (RLTW), but I thought it was done pretty well. They factored the operational tempo, training and warrior ethos of the Rangers and did the same for the NK SOF. The outcome was predictable. Now here is my question do you think the panelists were biased in favor of the show since they were Americans or do you think, like I do, that it was the proper outcome. Keep in mind that this isn't too far out of the realm of possibilities. If the North Koreans get froggy and kick off WWIII the Rangers will be among other tier 1 operators first on the ground. Thoughts?

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Sep 17 at 2014 6:48 AM

2014-09-17T06:48:07-04:00

Made in America, nuff said

Response by COL Randall C. made Sep 17 at 2014 7:06 AM

2014-09-17T07:06:52-04:00

While there are some aspects of North Korea's SF that that may be rated higher than our Rangers (I remember one of my instructors at MIOBC who was a NK SME going on about their physical conditioning), the one critical area they are lacking is in the decision-making area.

While pound for pound (I'm just playing devil's advocate for a second ... I don't believe it) maybe the NK soldier is more physically fit, makes for better parade video and such, but since they are still an overwhelmingly conscript military, the leadership is not 'powered down' like it is in the US military. As such, you have the same problems as the 'Soviets of old' - take out the leader and you have a bunch of drones.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 25 at 2014 2:10 PM

2014-12-25T14:10:10-05:00

North Korean SOF are undoubtedly fanatical and well-trained, but lacking in combat experience and the independent decision-making we prize in our SOF community.

Where we value knowledge and possess a highly-educated SOF community, I have to think that NKSOF are forced to train in an echo chamber, where they have nothing against which to truly compare themselves.

I think our own SOF community will take the change back to conventional warfare in stride, where our conventional forces will need to retrain and shift focus.

Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 29 at 2014 7:13 PM

2014-12-29T19:13:31-05:00

Hands Down Rangers!

Sua Sponte!

RANGER CREED
Recognizing that I volunteered as a ranger, fully knowing the hazards of my chosen profession, I will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and high esprit de corps of my ranger regiment.

Acknowledging the fact that a ranger is a more elite soldier, who arrives at the cutting edge of battle by land, sea, or air, I accept the fact that as a ranger, my country expects me to move further, faster, and fight harder than any other soldier.

Never shall I fail my comrades. I will always keep myself mentally alert, physically strong, and morally straight, and I will shoulder more than my share of the task, whatever it may be, one hundred percent and then some.

Gallantly will I show the world that I am a specially selected and well trained soldier. My courtesy to superior officers, neatness of dress, and care of equipment shall set the example for others to follow.

Energetically will I meet the enemies of my country. I shall defeat them on the field of battle for I am better trained and will fight with all my might. Surrender is not a ranger word. I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country.

Readily will I display the intestinal fortitude required to fight on to the ranger objective and complete the mission, though I be the lone survivor.

RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!