Many soldiers die on battlefield wounds within minutes without care. Medics can't be everywhere. To counter IEDs and bombs causing preventable deaths, the military created Combat Casualty Care. This specialized medical training is now given to all soldiers, empowering them to save lives when every second counts.
Up Next in Combat Forces Season 1
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Combat Forces - Combat Medics
Combat medics stand apart on the field of honor. They rush to aid wounded soldiers, even under heavy fire. We joined their intense training exercises to see what it takes to save lives. Their unwavering commitment to their comrades truly makes the ultimate difference.
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Combat Forces - Basic Training
Before becoming a soldier, sailor, or airman, all must pass the ultimate hurdle: basic training. This episode examines the intense physical and psychological tests that transform civilians into the disciplined, capable warriors of tomorrow.
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Combat Forces - Elite Forces
Specially trained for missions beyond the norm, from Special Operations Forces to uniquely qualified units, these elite forces are prepared to achieve any objective, anywhere, anytime.