Peter James Kiernan Archives

By Peter James Kiernan Feb 2, 2017

Opinion

A Former MARSOC Raider Explains How The Travel Ban Endangers Special Operations Forces

Last year, retired Army Gen. David Petraeus ominously predicted that the divisive anti-Muslim rhetoric during the presidential election would not … Continued

By Peter James Kiernan Sep 28, 2016

News

Why I Challenged Donald Trump To Release His Tax Returns

For over 40 years, every presidential hopeful has released his or her tax returns; this is the baseline standard. Tax … Continued

By Peter James Kiernan Jun 13, 2016

Joining the Military

5 Things I Learned From The Marine Corps’ Scout Sniper School

There is no shortage of popular culture lionizing snipers. From movies to books, legendary exploits are laced with evocative imagery. … Continued

By Peter James Kiernan Feb 23, 2016

Joining the Military

How To Become A MARSOC Raider In 3 Steps

Occasionally, someone will ask me for advice on how to pass the United States Marine Corps Special Operations Command assessment … Continued

By Peter James Kiernan Sep 16, 2015

History

As A Special Operator, I Almost Went Into Iran

In the Fall of 2012, I was a days away from being one of the first boots on the ground … Continued

By Peter James Kiernan Oct 9, 2014

Community

UNSUNG HEROES: A Special Tribute To The Families Of Fallen Warriors

Editor’s note: The author of this piece, a veteran of Marine Special Operations Command, has raised a team to run … Continued

Peter James Kiernan