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Stan McElya

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 11/30/2009
Expertise

I can answer most questions about naval special operations and most questions about modern special weapons and tactics. I won't be able to answer all questions about special operations in the 1960s or earlier.

Experience in the area

Six years in SEAL Team. Light weapons expert. E-5 paygrade at the time I left the service. NEC5326

Education/Credentials

High School Grad with some college credits

Awards and Honors

Order of Kentucky Colonels

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Recent Answers from Stan McElya

2009-08-03 Hypothyroidism:

My suggestion to you is to talk with a recruiter. It's been 30 years since I was in the TEAMS. Your local recruiter will be up to date on all the regs. It may be possible for you to get a waiver for your

2009-05-10 Asthma at age 13:

hello Steve: I will answer your questions as best I can. I never had asthma, so I really don't know how the teams will view that. A secret security clearance is for those who have a "need to know"

2009-05-06 Lafeyette county 7th grade student:

hello Hunter: Well buddy, I can answer some of your question and direct you to where you can find the rest of the answers you want. First you would have to attend basic training, then probably Advanced

2009-05-05 Special Forces/ Rangers:

Hello Austin: Since I wasn't in the army, I cant answer for sure. But to the best of my knowledge, color blindness may prohibit you from any special operations forces. My best advice is to talk with

2009-05-03 Juvenile Drug Record:

Hello April: This is sort of out of my expertise, but my advice is to talk with a recruiter and explain the problem and ask if there is a chance of getting a waiver. It will probably depend on the

 

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