The events that happened in this book are true, recounted from the
best of my memory. The Department of Defense, including high-ranking
U.S.N. personnel, reviewed the text for accuracy and sensitive material.
Even though they cleared the book for publication, this does not
mean they like everything they read. But this is my story, not theirs.
We’ve reconstructed dialogue from memory, which means that it may
not be word for word. But the essence of what was said is accurate.
No classified information was used in the preparation of this
book. The Pentagon’s Office of Security Review and the Navy requested
that certain changes be made for security reasons. Those requests
were all honored.
Many of the people I served with are still active-duty SEALs. Others
are working in different capacities for the government, protecting
our nation. All may be considered enemies by our country’s enemies,
as am I. Because of that, I have not given their full identities in this
book. They know who they are, and I hope they know they have my
thanks.