SAS Operator Kills 5 Enemy Combatants with a Pistol

[@ShawnRyanClips]

Thanks for watching everyone. You can watch the full episode with Christian Craighead here kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpq6nKyjZblqbsUsi=nUujAMDx7n4UREDh Additionally if you want to support the Shawn Ryan Show you can join the community. www.patreon.com/VigilanceElite

[@daneveritt2673]

Hi Sean, could I make a recommendation for some guests, there is a person called Ed Macy who has a couple of books 'apache and hellfire' on his time serving in british forces in afghan, he was a apache pilot and his story is amazing would love to hear you speaking to him about his tours and also another british soldier Sgt Dan Mills. He was a sniper and did tours of afghan when it's all first kicked off, he also has a book called sniper one on his time over in helmand in the district centres love the show keep up the great interviews

[@JOEDIRTERULEZ]

STILL A REDCOAT THOUGH...WE GOT REDCOATS ON 3 SIDES IF YOU THINK ABOUT IT

[@Vikingocazar]

Shawn, you have the BEST podcast on the planet. Your easy style offset by genuine emotion when it’s appropriate… I appreciate you man.

[@tailwind12]

this might come as a surprise to ryan, his guest and others. not all agree with this talk a lot garbage shows. almost like a ex military version of "the view". that and yes OTHERS served in iraq and Afghanistan for significant time also. i was a DoD/DoS contractor over 8+yrs. left in 2016. mobile about 70% of the time. RC-N and RC-C (that is regional command north and regional command central for those video game warriors). mazar and kabul. i was inured 3 times with 2 surgery's (2012 and 2015). i get together with the guys i served with and we have a great time. we speak WITHIN our breathern stateside those that live somewhat near. it was our efforts, toil and work. no audio and video (like this show) so to make a cheap but on YT. did some of us have "engagements"? of the taliban in afghanistan, sure. do we talk about it among only ourselves and a select few? yes. some spoke to a DoD councilor. great, healthy. i would not go on a TV-show and spill my beans like this. this clown is talking like it is only shawn and him and nobody else. if somehow, someway shawn contacted me or my tour colleages to do "a" talk. i would respectfully decline and "not interested" in flappin my lips all over YT for likes and thumbs up. i any of us had a audio/video on us to put it on YT we would shove it up their azz and then some. folks-this is a different generation. i am in my late 50s. i would put a bullet in my head in my dad's kitchen before going on a YT talk a lot show and speak like this. not healthy. it is not. plus they talk like only LE. veterans or "good" citizens are watching. there are couch potatoes, mentally ill, convicted felons and such that have this thing called the internet. i am not here to convince anyone of anything. IF this cheap talk allot garbage is for you. great. more to you. buy their tshirt's, gummy bears, thumbs up and smash the "subscribe" button all to make revenue and ratings for this show that talk and reveal way WAY to much information and possibly "half" truth story's.

[@patkearney9320]

@@ShawnRyanClips Well done made me sad and I sat on my armchair with my dog from 10pm till 7 am . It’s very deep the clash or conflict stole dreams and changed life for all involved. I was sad in a nice way I can’t explain it, I’m kinda quiet I listen I don’t waste words I’m trusted and I never owned my life till I moved to the F.S. I think many including military are still kinda shell shocked. The bastard politicians made the situation so much worse I blame them and history will judge them harshly. I wish peace for all and for those still struggling I’ll try praying for you. My granddaughter and this program have broken something in me anyone else understand this because I can’t and what do you do

[@PHIllip324]

For all you nerds in the comments: 1) he's from North England, and speaks what is popularly called "Geordie English," 2) he's not a public speaker, and recalling things from memory on-the-spot can sometimes cause your thoughts and words to be jumbled up.

[@lukeburny2796]

He's also making sure he doesn't say anything which could incriminate him if anyone can talk clearly and smoothly with a chance you could spend along time in military 🪖 jail would ge a liar!

[@NAVMAN987]

Recalling memories that have strong emotional content (and a first engagement would be that) isnt easy because its not encoded in the brain the way other memories are. Stored in a different part of the brain, it takes a while to put into words.

[@PreparedUK]

Sounds more like Carlisle than New Castle.

[@NAVMAN987]

That was my thought as well. @@PreparedUK

[@i_dont_live_here]

This man is legit whatever is accent is imo

[@jacobbarnes147]

You can see him losing his breath even talking about it. I can only imagine what kind of feeling that is. God bless you brother

[@woahhbro2906]

I do the same exact thing when I tell my story about how my friend was stabbed by a drug dealer and I had to rush him to the hospital as he was bleeding out. It's a strange feeling revisiting stuff like that.

[@C5View]

I think it’s a bit of anxiety.

[@Spider-lz6pp]

Adrenaline rush, reliving that memory, somewhere in between ptsd and nostalgia

[@eddietat95]

"...take a shot. One shot and my weapon jams" - this is a very SA80 moment.

[@David-uu7yg]

It wasn't an sa80 he was using

[@eddietat95]

@@David-uu7yg 1:19 "so I go in and I've got my... the... army-used SA80 rifle with the 40 mike mike (40mm) grenade launcher underneath"

[@eddietat95]

@@David-uu7yg To be fair to you, if English might not be your first language, it's possible that it might be hard to understand what he's saying. His accent is quite thick.

[@eddietat95]

In fact, I'm now certain he said "army-issued" but I initially thought it was "army-used". It's tough, these accents, but they definitely add charm!

[@purity_control]

@@David-uu7ygIt was, he used a "army issued SA-80" and a Browning Hi-Power. The machinegunner used a FN Minimi

[@TheSilvert8008]

"He's making music with his M-2-4-9" Damn that's a cold- ass line!

[@robmills7611]

Yeah Paddy's making music and it ain't with a fiddle! 😂

[@calineman]

Agree!

[@JainZar1]

"Making music" or "Letting the guns sing" is a colloquial term for alternating bursts of fire if you have two or more machine gun sections. Ideally it has the rhythm of a duet for two machine guns, letting them cool just enough so you don't have to change your barrel that often.

[@bradleydennis1263]

I've watched this interview in its entirety twice since yesterday. This man is an absolute humble badass!! Well done, Shawn

[@HalfRightFlock]

I haven’t found the full video.must have missed it

[@Brock_Corb]

I don't know about humble, I mean he called himself special probably 15 times. But most definitely a badass for sure. No taking that away from him😅

[@Doorito_]

@@HalfRightFlock It's in the top comment

[@Cle_M3]

@@Brock_Corb He's humble, he's just self-aware of how much of a badass he is. Its hard for us to comprehend it.

[@comanchedase]

2x? Jimmy two times? Gonna get a job, get a job

[@jamescaliendo1030]

Theres alot of idiotic comments here towards a man who saved alot of American lives. Extremely disrespectful, since a majority of you have no idea what this man went through, let alone never even served.

[@michaeldoolan7595]

The Internet is knob jockey central. It does attract people who don't have a life and have achieved very little.

[@michaeldoolan7595]

Agreed.

[@jamescaliendo1030]

@michaeldoolan7595 yes...very true

[@BrokenBarBox]

They are people who desperately wish their lives mattered, and wish even harder people would even notice them. They’re depressed and sad and lash out at someone who has what they wish they had. Don’t be too upset with them. Be glad you don’t suffer like they do every day

[@plumber-xt9ok]

It’s because of the dumbass title. Like, its a shock that a pistol killed someone, especially 5. I had no clue pistols held 5 bullets.

[@77Stringer]

He isn’t so restricted talking about his pathfinder days pre SAS and it’s great that he has that story to tell also. Much respect to Christian

[@Shed_Heeran]

Ah so this was when he was PF? Thought the SA80 bit was weird.

[@77Stringer]

@@Shed_Heeran exactly. PF to SF transition is pretty common of course, and you get to ditch the SA80 which is a bonus.

[@louissanderson719]

@@77Stringerpathfinders have used AR’s for years

[@lewisjellicoe2768]

Pathfinders are pretty elusive too and always interesting to hear information about! Some serious tough blokes right there.

[@MadLFC]

This guy's tense delivery of his mission really puts you on edge and in the moment. If he told his story in a calm collected manner it wouldn't have the same effect. You tune into his emotions at the time because he's giving it to you raw. If you want to get an idea of what he was feeling at the time, this is the perfect way to experience it.

[@joeavey2121]

What kind of disrespectful coward would bad mouth this dude? Unbelievable! This guy is a savage.

[@stevep9221]

No one disrespecting anyone. It is traditional for the British army to bullshit and embellish.

[@BanIslam-j6p]

Lefties

[@stevep9221]

The whole world knows the bullshit the British Army comes out with when it comes to gallantry. If they say they killed 10 men it probably means they fired their weapon at one person. That is my take on it and anyone else can think what they want.

[@markarmstrong5234]

@@BanIslam-j6pcome on now, left handers can learn to adapt to the SA80

[@KevinBYee]

@@BanIslam-j6p Doubt it. I'm what you would consider a "leftie" and this dude is as legit as anyone could be. Not sure why anybody would badmouth him, what was it about? His public speaking or nerves?

[@MANDOWN-o4l]

Im a Brit and Chris is clearly dealing with anxiety issues. Gasping for air, forgetfulness, repeating himself and going back over items so he is clearly understood. Been there brother ( not on your level but i served too) and still deal with it to this day. This man is a legend not just for the infamous video but because he starred down issues post service and did it on youtube. I can guarantee what you see here is NOT a true reflection of the man himself.

[@budte]

I too spotted a person who would avoid the public eye normally. I think that negative childhood experience probably gave Chris some qualities and determination that served him well to become SAS, but at a cost. That is far from criticism.

[@jerryoshea3116]

Yep,I would imagine so much of this is all new..He spent a long time in the last part of his career,not being able to discuss what he gets up to ( Well I just had another regular day at work,how was ur working day??) And in the last 4 yrs, his life has been turned upside down& he's had to learn a whole new set of skills- dealing with the media& people recognizing him& thinking they know him,when they don't.. And as a former londoner ,born in the E,end,into a large Irish dysfunctional family of 8 kids,but I've lived in the US for 24 yrs,& I do hope he keeps his guard up,because at the moment,he's very much ' The Flavour of the month' & a quite the Mystery guy& curiosity( understandably so) ,but over here u can so easily become ' Yesterday's Hero ' and those he thought were his friends,just moved onto the nxt story..

[@Axispaw1]

Shut up! No he isn't. I hate talking in front of people, cameras etc and I speak exactly like him while in front of people and cameras. Some people are natural with it, others like him and myself not so much.

[@ImpartiallySpeaking]

Sad to see him looking so fragile. The MOD are very bad at neglecting the needs of our troops when it comes to what they experience with psychological trauma. Hopefully Chris is getting the right help and support he needs in the United States.

[@jerryoshea3116]

​@@ImpartiallySpeakinglet's hope so,The Veterans also miss a lot,but it's something as opposed to Sweet F A in the UK.

[@dendemano]

I served in the British military as 2nd tier SF. I have been involved in several operational tours and have obviously been exposed to some serious threats and felt that my life was endangered at times, but I’m glad to say that I have never killed anyone. I haven’t seen the same level of intensity as our guest, and I obviously mean before the incident in Africa. Full kudos to him for being able to do the business as and when it was necessary. I hope he is okay with all he has done. I think he’s a very well measured and balanced person, with humility. Good luck to you sir.

[@SMacCuUladh]

If only the top brass in the British Army had shown some humility to the families of the civilians murdered on bloody sunday.

[@OngoGablogian185]

What are you calling 2nd tier here? SFSG?

[@dendemano]

@@OngoGablogian185 Catering Corp. I eventually progressed to making the second tier of any wedding cakes. Far more tricky than you might imagine, especially if you’re dealing with a substantial amount of incoming. Fractures that appear in a recently applied layer of icing (even hairline) are no laughing matter. It was especially stressful when we were obliged to take high ranking officers and other dignitaries on any of the aforementioned tours of our facilities, which would often be an opportunity to request new kitchen equipment and suggest the location of a local dry cleaning company in order to ensure that our chefs whites were whiter than white. I firmly believe that the much needed creative juices are unlikely to flow from a man who is adorned with gravy and sauce stained garb, that we occasionally find ourselves at loggerheads with. Combat comes in many forms and presents a frontline chef with a unique set of challenges. Has anyone ever tried to locate a much treasured garlic press in the middle of an incoming mortar stomp.

[@IainFrame]

@@dendemano "Have you ever tried to get butter to melt at 15 degrees below zero..... there's love in that cake" (Monty Python) kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6qmdKh-eJVrmLs

[@dendemano]

@@IainFrame An oppo of mine was determined to melt our 4 man tent by continually tipping over the peak cooker in conditions that were around 20 below. It almost came to blows, but I still don’t think butter would have melted in his mouth!

[@sheabobiney8114]

I can just feel the intensity in Chris' speech and body language telling this experience. I don't know if it's a relief for him to talk about it or gives him flashbacks. But either way much respect Brother.

[@bordersw1239]

Son ended up on a restaurant table next to him in Hereford, summer 2022. Son’s a massive fan, he said Christian clocked him in a split second winked and just smiled, son didn’t bother him as he was with family members.

[@budte]

If only others had such consideration. A vanishing quality nowadays.

[@davidlobo962]

This is the first time i have heard talk about an experience that i could relate to. I often see people talk about events and they are so dialed in. I appreciate the humanity in this, It is very honest. His rifle didnt cycle that is wild.

[@denniswerner1670]

He gave a perfect example of why reciprocating charging handles suck.

[@Jw2Amendment]

*Disagrees In AK-47*

[@winstonwolfe1964]

I don’t go anywhere without Paddy & Larry

[@realMaverickBuckley]

Nor should you. Or I.

[@smithwesson6620]

Nor him! Or her!

[@boogboog8097]

Weird it's what I call my balls 😮

[@TheIvanMilky]

haha we all need a paddy and larry in our lives

[@USAAMERICAFUCKYEAH77]

Lol I named mines after devil may cry . 45 colt and judge me go ahead 40s&w the .45 is black the other is the silvery one people judge me for the 40 s&w

[@HarimCenteno]

You were part of SMU group and went into the shit all across Somalia and all the way to Kuwait! You guys kicked ass and lived! Remember we are alive!

[@opusmax8171]

I could listen to Chris for hours! Love this dude !

[@skullneck]

I know Australian SASR commandos as a rule, just don't talk about missions.. period. As I've also been told the same goes for the British SAS/SBS.. so to have Chris talk about this engagement is a real treat.. A man to admire and a true warrior🤟

[@charlesperez5401]

I dont think this engagement he was in sas yet at this point. But I could be wrong.

[@Iyengar7]

@@charlesperez5401youre right. It wasn’t SAS yet. Hed be crucified unfortunately if he speaks about SAS actions in GWOT

[@willm687]

This engagement was pre sas

[@mrblonde1264]

Obviously some things get declassified through time,wasn't really till after the first gulf war that we started to see books etc from former SAS guys. Although the book that inspired the movie Killer Elite was written by ex sas back then.

[@avadventuregear]

Mate, spend some time in some pubs in Perth there’s always an SASR guy gibbing off about a book deal. Becoming like the seals. Everyone knows 22 is far more professional

[@joycerandall9990]

Wow, not everyone likes to talk and be filmed. I can understand him just fine and I’m not a tier 1 operator. Some times trying to speak about the event brings back other things that happen and I’m sure that wasn’t the only time he was on a mission. Reliving the mission obviously wasn’t easy either.

[@inquiz-it-ive00]

Hey Shawn, I check in with your channel fairly consistently. I've noticed your recent spots on Tucker's podcast and Megyn Kelly's as well. Congrats on your success, Shawn. Your sincerity, candor, and skill set as a quality interviewer come across the screen. Keep up the good work....

[@WFORacer]

This is a lad to share a beer with. Imagine the stuff he has seen and done.

[@charlieandhudsonspal7031]

I’ve watched about half of the full interview. This dude needs a fn hug and get told that he’s a good man. Because he is, whether he believes it or not .

[@KNOXHOLIDAY]

this SA-80 story after watching Garand Thumb shoot it is wild

[@chuck289]

lol, i was thinking the same thing

[@elliott7531]

Thank god they fixed it. It's still hard to believe that they sent guys into action with the first models. From speaking with older soldiers the A1 seemed to be hit and miss. Some worked really well and some really didn't work at all. The A2 and A3 are fine, though. All of these issues have been rectified. If the A2 and A3 were as bad as people made it out to be, The brits would have replaced it with something else by now; its not like they're poor and can't afford a new rifle. The Unit Christian was in here (The Pathfinders) are now using a Knight's Armament KS-1

[@rc59191]

I always thought SAS used M4's and M16's.

[@tylerchomik9468]

“He’s making music”. 😂. Love this episode @sean ryan

[@DmRushed]

absolutely savage way to describe what was going on. Loved that line

[@GilbertdeClare0704]

@@DmRushed Me too my friend, "On my left hand side, Larry's there making music with the Minimi", KNOWING your brother is with you, on full beast mode too. Am in sheer awe at these guys.. WARRIORS !

[@jerryburns22]

I don't give a s*** how is this guy speaks he's a BMF!!!😮 United States of America thank you sir!!!

[@sk8ermGs]

🇬🇧🇺🇸🤝

[@RodCornholio]

Gifted storyteller. Edge of the seat feelings.

[@Mercyful_Fate.]

Yup, totally agree. His eyes, body language and voice can almost make you feel you're there.

[@senordiabeeto5703]

Obi Wan Nairobi 😎 Godspeed legend

[@larsmonsen88]

These brits get way to little recognition for what they have put out over the years..I might not agree with the wars they have been fighting in, but they have nothing to do with the decision making.. You see it in this mans eyes, he has seen some shit. Im not british or american, but I do respect the guys who go to fight for what they believe in. Just like I respect the mujahedin who fight for what they believe in. I hope we as humans can make some type of society that eliminates war in the future, but im not sure that is possible.

[@markmorris7123]

Excellent comment.. I think it's awful what we did to Iraq and other places...But that's just my opinion and could be wrong..But the guys who actually went out there and put their life on the line for what they feel is right..Respect.

[@jimmyboy131]

They've been fighting wars all over the planet for centuries, so they certainly know what they're doing, and I'm guessing their SAS are the embodiment of all they've learned.

[@Jonesyowns]

You’ve got to be a bad ass to take out five just like that. We all think we could take on five but this man is really it. Straight up main character vibes.

[@josipmarincic3847]

The way the guy in the back cleared his throat when he said "less movement, less people, less noise" he was like dayum.

[@JD93089]

Would love to see some Vietnam era MACVSOG get on the show unbelievable stories that’ll be gone before long if their stories aren’t shared they’ll be lost too!

[@mikefitzpatrick43]

Actually there's a couple good podcasts with ex macvsog soldiers. Just watched one on john stryker i believe his name was. He's also published a fuew books

[@dh5416]

Jocko podcast with cowboy was such a good episode!

[@beastwaynes4868]

​@@mikefitzpatrick43John Stryker is the most special operations name ever. 😂

[@JasonScroggins-c4i]

​@@dh5416 Who's "cowboy"

[@alpham777]

@@JasonScroggins-c4i Jocko Podcast: 258 honestly do yourself a favor and soak in anything from the SOG days. I've seen action movies more realistic. But the truth is often stranger than fiction.

[@adamr9720]

If you have two friends, one called Paddy and one called Larry, I’m not messing with you.

[@grizzly_mint]

If you missed it the only reason he had to use his pistol was because his L85 jammed because of course it did

[@TheTibetyak]

Murphy's Law. Sometimes that lil' bastard tries to kill you.

[@grizzly_mint]

@@TheTibetyak well and it doesn’t help that he was issued the worst service rifle ever adopted

[@ssnerd583]

they are the biggest steaming pile of shit since the Chauchat!!!@@grizzly_mint

[@Orbixal]

They don't use the L85 in the SAS I thought

[@user-vk9kx5nh3j]

@@Orbixal He was in pathfinders at this point

[@brrrt7623]

What a fucking stud. First use of lethal force, takes the initiative with rifle, rifle goes down, frags the position and transitions to pistol to canoe remaining combatants, back to rifle to send 40mike love....first use of lethal force. Fucking stud.

[@catmalogen23]

lol

[@GilbertdeClare0704]

AMEN to that my friend ! My thoughts EXACTLY !👍👍💯💯💯💯💯💯. Christian is what LEGENDS are made of. TOTAL respect to him

[@seanmtak7573]

His first time using deadly force was with a rifle malfunction.

[@vicdiaz5180]

But he also says the rifle malfunction was caused by him a piece of gear got caught by the charging handle

[@ssnerd583]

...and the fact that their UK service rifles were undeniably pure garbage@@vicdiaz5180

[@reasonabledoubt6908]

SA 80 really proving its mettle..badum..

[@reasonabledoubt6908]

Whats your point

[@seanmtak7573]

@@reasonabledoubt6908 it’s just wild

[@justaguy4real]

Love hearing him talk about the respect and high regard he has for his mates and fellow operators.

[@duktrilfromsouthafrica]

“THERES AN ENEMY COMBATANT IN MY LAWN”

[@beekydogg]

Combattttttant 😂

[@markkuman4673]

When he said he became Superhuman is where I really found this complete interview interesting. Your interview with Eric Prince and Brandon Fugal was dope. Hi from Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬

[@dominicbenecasa7893]

Never been to Papua, NG but that's where my dad served during ww2, highly decorated.

[@goodyeoman4534]

I saw the Ross Kemp episode in PNG. The one where he gets a rifle pointed at him.

[@kleeklee4572]

He’s shaking as he tells the story. Goddamn man, must still make him on edge.

[@dadistos4538]

and even kind of struggling to say he killed those guys, I mean understandably but shit that's rough

[@hankcox2405]

This stuff hapens so fast and fluid its hard to remember and tell easily!

[@P4GYY]

omg this is obi wan nairobi, what a fucking G man. Mad respect 2 this dude

[@RyanAdams-d4y]

Hell yes I loved hearing Browning high-power pistols, im a fan of large frame steel automatic pistols

[@BreezyE-d3n]

used in the Iran embassy job

[@Motorboatmike]

“Patty is making music with the 249 “ idk why I laughed at that🤣🤣

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

Great story and good for him. Great channel Shawn . Thanks man.. How about that old Browning Hi Power. Who says you need a modern plastic double action handgun. 😂

[@oso9809]

Larry makes the music. Love it!

[@spiro190]

“Three is us set off in foot into this armoured division”

[@keithjackson4985]

One shot and his weapon jammed?😮 That would've sucked!

[@Hiberno_sperg]

Exact same thing happened to me in Afghanistan 06. First time I fired my rifle i hit the target with 2 shots and my weapon jammed. I came under fire and had to sit behind cover and had to listen to the guy I just clipped crying for about 5 mins before he passed away.

[@AlexHasAnAxe]

I worked and trained with the SAS - learned a lot. Stuff you won’t find in manuals. Good times

[@mrrocket400]

bullshit

[@davidlynch9049]

​@@mrrocket400Why? You're just jealous. 🙄

[@OngoGablogian185]

@@davidlynch9049 What unit were you in?

[@unbearifiedbear1885]

Second best episode ever, second only to Jim Cav's Really hope CC finds what he's looking for 🙏🏻❤ Cheers Jim 🍻🇬🇧🇺🇲🇨🇦🇦🇺🇳🇿

[@Mercyful_Fate.]

You can see the impact CQB and war has had on this top-class soldier. He's wired and on constant alert. Legend of a warrior.

[@kellycrouch9576]

Listening and watching Christian tell the story he’s wide-eyed and reliving the moment. Takes balls to do it all over again for us,the listener. Thanks Shawn and Obe Wan

[@JohnRidersoldoutforjesus]

Holy shit!!! He had me on the edge of my seat. This shit is not a video game. It still makes my blood pump just listening to his story.

[@VicYo-en3wm]

Im from hereford known lots of serving and ex SAS but this guy is exemplary!!

[@brucestewart5939]

We all know some of Shawns history and the deadly men who have sat in front of him but this guys different...very different.

[@leehannon1756]

Some people are made fir war, war is made for some people, he is the latter.

[@RansomeDavis]

having seen him in afew interviews its striking me that this guy has probably got PTSD. each time he talks you can just see the level of nerves where is is trying to remember his actions and what played out. he isnt a public speaker so he speaks as an every day man having done an incredibly hard job under extreme circumstances. to go into that building by himself resuing people and killing the badguys without a team with him is nothing short of incredible. and tells you the mindset of a special forces operative, infact am i right in saying 2 delta boys or seals were also there but would not engage in the situation, so he grabbed his kit and went alone.. he Rambo,d it, legend.

[@ImpartiallySpeaking]

100% looks traumatised

[@cheekseparator]

"he's making music"

[@African_Rose]

Larry on the bass

[@ramsden35]

Men like Craig keep us average Joe’s safe.

[@MisterAndrewBuckley]

His name isn't Craig 🤦

[@RedAndYellacuddlyFella]

​@taramcgavan7654 Craig Christianhead lol

[@ConanSoo]

He’s right tho

[@karenlindley.9756]

Love this guy. He deserves every good thing that comes his way. So humble about what he’s done….

[@Construct87]

This is like a textbook story that would u go "sure buddy" - then you realize who is telling it and that all of it is true. Mindblowing.

[@cathalshaw9737]

Paddy, Chris and a guy called Larry. That’s all I need to hear😄

[@gnomethegamer9706]

There was an Irish man, an English man and a scotsman...

[@joelopez5010]

Alpha in sheep's clothing! 2nd time here! The best of the best! Respect! Paddy was Irish!:-)

[@DamnedDave]

or called Patrick

[@luke9806]

Why is he in a sheep's clothing?

[@alextheman3330]

You can still see in his eyes he remembers those 5 guys

[@jc-xb8ve]

When he talks about the 2IC of the pathfinder platoon getting injured in a vehicle accident, he is referring to Cpt David Blakeley, his book Pathfinder is a good read

[@Dd-fb2tj]

Absolute weapon

[@adamdebt7389]

One shot malfunctions is a thing of nightmares...

[@ssnerd583]

...if you know anything about the UK service rifle, they are everyday....its a REALLY-REALLY bad rifle

[@muddyhotdog4103]

@@ssnerd583 well they were badly unreliable in the beginning (a1 and early a2), but tbf since the refined post L85a2 Hk conversion and along with the use of E-mags(p-mags) it is actually pretty darn reliable. Its just an ergonomic mess of a rifle is all. The L85 pre 2010 had a lot of issues though for sure.

[@elliott7531]

@@ssnerd583 The first version had issues just like the first M16s did. These problems were fixed pretty quickly. Most people who hate on this weapon have never even seen one, let alone fired it. A2 and A3 variants are fine and none of the original A1s are in service now. Its a bit like saying the AR-15 is a terrible weapon because the first variants were terrible. If it was that bad then the British would have simply adopted something else; they have the money too - they're not poor.

[@rdh5961]

Great story and very well told

[@harbor.boundary.flight]

The way he tells that story, I feel like I was there next to him. Incredible

[@PredatorFishKnowledgeNumberOne]

Contact front, enemy 300 metres, fire, Stoppage ✋

[@lmAIone]

Obi Won Nairobi. My favourite operator.

[@Alan.livingston]

lol, all the Americans on struggle street with the accent 😂

[@GilbertdeClare0704]

I didn't have a problem with a single word of Christian's ? His Geordie is actually quite mild. I have a friend from Sunderland whose family go back generations, and HIS Geordie was a bit tough at first for me. "a bl**dy southerner", but Christian's Geordie is almost a bit "posh" Geordie😉

[@GilbertdeClare0704]

@@RichardTheLionFart oh dear, there is always one silly little Troll, up WAY past his bedtime !

[@EvgeneXI]

You struggling, like? Ah divnt na how. Proper clear what ees sayin. Yee neva been up norf? They al sownd like im.

[@GilbertdeClare0704]

@@EvgeneXI Ah nahh, canny lad, ah divn hae nae trouble wi the lad spikkin !

[@EvgeneXI]

@@GilbertdeClare0704 belta that, mate!

[@anaxscotia]

Surprised at the negative comments on Christian's speaking, he's quite well spoken.

[@zebdawson3687]

Perfect example why reciprocating charging handles aren’t a thing anymore. Such a dumb design flaw that persisted for WAY too long.

[@IO-zg8md]

I did a bit of gucci stuff in 18 years service, but my war stories are boring - "Chris Craighead" is a great, humble, story-teller and a super cool guy.

[@tkz9850]

Shawn (and his team) just jams it out... Great guests... Sublime interviews... fueled by gummy bears!

[@YosemiteSamTheMan]

G.O.A.T. Wow! Probably more nervous in the interview than at any point in the OP's he's done. He ain't Superman. He's Wolverine. The best there is at what he does. Wow!

[@damianboland1098]

He kills 5 combatants with a pistol and another 3 with a smack from his huge balls! Tier 1 operator of the finest unit in the world.

[@Gizatron1]

This man is an absolute Hero. This is why Great Britain has never been invaded. Napoleon and Hitler couldn't invade us because of men like this.

[@johnmitchell2269]

😂 The Vikings and the Romans successfully invaded our shores pal.

[@kieranreid31]

​@@johnmitchell2269💯

[@Gizatron1]

Yes they did but was I wrong when I said the Germans and Napoleon couldn't? We wasn't England at that point

[@Gizatron1]

@@johnmitchell2269 The Greatest tactical mind in modern Warfare Napoleon still couldn't. Tbh we are a pathetic shell of a former once great nation. All major Countries are pathetic these days. The Majority of men in most countries think they're either a woman or a fucking cat or something weird.

[@bushwhackeddos.2703]

They never had dinghies,

[@JB-td9fz]

His hands are tied saying stuff until he can get his story and book out properly

[@realMaverickBuckley]

Yeah Shawn said he's definitely coming back to do that when he can.

[@ryanrich1754]

“Switching to your pistol is faster than reloading”

[@Dwightaroundyolips]

I don't have stories near as badass as his

[@tonyr4873]

Aw, but sure you do. Tell us about the time, the old man let you milk his cow, whilst blindfolded.

[@lethargicmosquito]

You also don't have his trauma. Be careful what you wish for

[@DavidUKesb]

The very best military books I've ever read are the two about The Pathfinders by David Blakley. This section of the interview is when Chris was in The Pathfinders. who are a tiny elite group, much smaller than the SAS, but similar in air and mobility capabilities.

[@Lawless1892]

Was just going to mention this! The PF 2ic officer that Christian mentioned got injured is David I believe.

[@DavidUKesb]

Yes it was.@@Lawless1892

[@LukeH1989]

Hearing this mans story is absolutely mindblowing!! I have a huge respect for all special services and military🙏🏻 SAS kick arse 💯

[@forddriver8827]

Rules of engagement written by an officer who has never seen combat.

[@Hiberno_sperg]

Exact same thing happened to me in Afghanistan 06. First time I fired my rifle i hit the target with 2 shots and my weapon jammed. I came under fire and had to sit behind cover and listen to the guy I just clipped crying for about 5 mins before he passed away.

[@lethargicmosquito]

shit man, that's dark

[@amateurshooter6054]

Thanks Ryan

[@gtd65]

First gen SA80 was pretty dire. Never tried any of the improved variants though. I wasn't a fan of the right side cocking lever, due to being familiar with the more sensible (to me) left side SLR L1A1 set up. SA80 was a grand little gun for plinking at targets and groupings were impressive with the optical sights.

[@jamieh3772]

Used both... A1 was pretty unreliable, A2 was pretty good.

[@stuc3195]

Christian Craighead is a total warrior. The units he served in even before he joined the SAS were the best he could have been in within the regular army. He was clearly destined for greater things from the start. He lived and breathed that life. What he did in Nairobi will live long in history. Its a shame that the British MOD and courts have stopped him from publishing his memoir of that day

[@scotwilson4169]

Seems most people didnt hear the part where this is his first time using lethal force ever, you can't go direct into the SAS you transfer from the army/navy (well RM lets face it) and air force (probably Paras). So this is during his army time, probably why he's happier talking about it, probably never hear him talk about his SAS time in anywhere near as much detail. Dont actually know if he can, breaching the official secrets act and all that?

[@markarmstrong5234]

Para’s are army, not air force. RAF Regiment are the RAFs ‘infantry’ unit.

[@nightking5907]

5 kills one pencil

[@chris_ceree]

“Go on this track” - take your chances early. Legend

[@jonathankerrsmith]

My heart goes out to the Iraqi soldiers and their families. War is fkd up. Respect to Christian for his service, great video. God Bless

[@steviedfromtheflyovercount4739]

Guts.....lots of Bravery.

[@lewisjellicoe2768]

Was this operation in Belize?

[@a.p.hitman8735]

7:56 mark. '' making music'' thats awesome

[@hossm1808]

That was a little too close for comfort! That was some crazy shit! I know us Americans pick on the British but make no mistake about it, then guys are War Fighters!!

[@jarraandyftm]

Never had a septic pick on me like.

[@hossm1808]

@@jarraandyftm ummmm… okay… good for you!

[@kaidiya2403]

@@jarraandyftmanother American who doesn’t understand humour 😂

[@jarraandyftm]

@@kaidiya2403 there’s over 300m of the simpletons!

[@molassio1989]

I resemble that remarke!@@jarraandyftm

[@jameslyddall]

After seeing 13 hours recently there could be some brilliant movies made with these stories

[@RowdyGrunt]

F'ing A real deal Jedi. Haven't been on the edge my seat, legitimately like that, in I don't know when.