Question from a ROK
Hello everyone :)
This is my first time posting on Reddit. I thought this would be a good place to ask U.S. service members who may have more experience and different perspectives than we do.
I'm currently serving as an NCO in the Republic of Korea Army Special Warfare Command (ROK-SWC). I'm still relatively new and have a lot to learn, so I'm trying to study and learn as much as I can.
I understand that ROK special operations training and U.S. special operations training can be quite different, but I'm very interested in hearing your experiences and perspectives.
I have a few questions about long-range reconnaissance:
Does the U.S. military conduct long-range reconnaissance missions covering distances of 100–150 km or more?
If so, what are the most important factors you consider when preparing for and conducting this type of reconnaissance?
What lessons or practical tips have you learned from long-range reconnaissance?
What are some things you believe are essential to do—or avoid doing—during extended reconnaissance operations?
I'm especially interested in lessons learned from personal experience, training, and field exercises.
I realize that some information may not be appropriate to discuss publicly, so I'm only asking about things that can be shared openly.
Thanks in advance for any advice or experiences you're willing to share.