Aug 26, 2024
On this week’s podcast Episode 100:
I spoke with former Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment
operator
Craig Hamberger who enlisted into the Australian Defence Force in
1999; and
served his country proudly for 20+ years. During his posting to 4
Royal Australian
Regiment as a Commando, Craig deployed on multiple operations,
including Timor
Leste, Iraq, and Afghanistan. During one of his deployments in
Afghanistan, he was
awarded a Commendation for Gallantry. The citation reads
"Corporal Hamburger’s
gallantry in the face of heavy, accurate and sustained enemy fire
ultimately ensured
the safety of the other members of his team, and allowed them to
regain the
initiative, forcing the enemy to withdraw. His actions were of the
highest order and in
keeping with the finest traditions of the Australian special
operations forces, the
Australian Army and the Australian Defence Force.” We spoke of the
highs and lows
of his service, losing mentors and mates, and the challenges many
veteran and first
responder face when they transition from service…. This is Part 1
of a 3-Part Series
telling Craig’s raw, insightful and gallant story.
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Craig Hamburger
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Investigative Consultant: Adam Holloway