Dedication

In order to be a successful member of SEAL Team Six – and that’s the only kind of SEAL Team Six member there is – dedication to duty and to the team is essential. Without complete loyalty to the cause by every member of the team, the difficult and dangerous missions that the Team is charged with would be impossible to carry out successfully.

During training the men are scrutinized not only for their physical capabilities and decision-making abilities, but their dedication to the team is assessed as well. Indeed, it may be the most important element in qualifying for the elite force known as SEAL Team Six. This need for complete commitment to the team transcends all others including personal relationships and family matters.

Navy SEALS spend most of their time away from home. They cannot discuss what they do with anyone including those with whom they have...