Richard Marcinko is a rare man in America -- a true combat-proven hero and a leader of legendary men. Marcinko, the Rogue Warrior, founded SEAL TEAM SIX and RED CELL -- our Nation's most secretive and skilled warriors.
Marcinko has earned 34 citations and medals including the Legion of Merit, The Silver Star, and four Bronze Stars with a combat “V” for Valor.
An expert in terrorism and political science, Marcinko has been a recent guest on “Jesse Ventura's America” and is often called on by national news agencies to comment on current affairs.
Marcinko is also the author of Rogue Warrior, his best-selling autobiography, and the Rogue Warrior series of action-adventure novels. His next book is completed and currently scheduled for release in late May 2005.
Marcinko holds a B. A. in International Relations from the Navy Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA and a M. A. in Political Science from Auburn University. He’s an advisor and hands-on trainer for U.S. and foreign hostage rescue teams, as well as an “in-demand” lecturer to law enforcement and multi-national corporations on security, team building, operational management and strategic planning.
Marcinko’s commitment to national security as an active patriot, his continuing involvement with global security issues, and his colorful personality make him deserving of the distinctive and honorable title of the “ROGUE WARRIOR”.
He is also a convicted felon. Read Combat Swimmer: Memoirs of a Navy SEAL by Robert A. Gormly. He took over command of SEAL Team 6 after Marcinko. He has absolutely no nice things to say about the man.