Kris Paronto - Inside the 13-Hour Benghazi Gunfight and the Hillary-Obama Cover-Up | SRS #153

Kris "Tanto" Paronto is a former Army Ranger and CIA security contractor known for his role in the 2012 Benghazi attack, where he helped save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists for 13 hours. He served four years in the Army Rangers and four years in the Army National Guard, achieving the rank of sergeant before commissioning in 2003. Paronto later worked as a private security contractor in various regions, including South America, Central America, the Middle East, and North Africa.

After his time with the CIA, Paronto became an author and public speaker, sharing his experiences from the Benghazi attack. He co-authored "13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi," which was adapted into a film. Additionally, he wrote "The Ranger Way: Living the Code On and Off the Battlefield" and "The Patriot's Creed: Inspiration and Advice for Living a Heroic Life." Currently, he is the lead instructor at Battleline Tactical, hosts the Battleline Podcast, and speaks at seminars and conferences worldwide.

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00:00 Introduction
04:46 Concerns About Free Online Training
11:12 Patreon Questions: Benghazi and Obama Administration
27:15 Growing Up: Family and Early Life
41:09 From Football Dreams to Military Aspirations
50:21 A New Beginning: Life After the Army
58:04 The Journey Back to the Military
01:09:54 Contracting in Iraq: The Wild West
01:20:40 A Close Call and Team Bonding
01:37:36 Transition to OGA and Training
02:01:49 Recon Mission with CIA Case Officer
02:21:00 Benghazi Deployment
02:35:03 The Benghazi Attack Begins
02:57:22 The Consulate Rescue
03:14:24 The Hand of God Moment
03:36:46 Facing the Mortar Attack
03:39:11 The Arrival of Reinforcements
03:55:44 The Final Evacuation
04:19:38 Debriefing and Aftermath
04:28:28 Personal Struggles and Reconciliation
04:33:57 Renewed Life and Family
04:45:23 Conclusion and Gratitude