The Debrief Project

04/28/2026

04/28/2026

Enjoyed a productive weekend in Dallas, continuing coverage of the Battle of Baqubah story, and had the opportunity to reconnect with members of 1-12 Chargers and 1-82 Wolfpack. Upcoming filming sessions will focus on 5-20 Sykes Regulars at JBLM. We look forward to sharing the stories or heroism from this crucial campaign of the Iraq War.

03/30/2026

TDP continues to develop the Battle of Baqubah story, highlighting the heroic efforts of the Chargers, Sykes Regulars, Headhunter, and Wolfpack teams. Some images from our most recent filming session, working towards a 2027 release.

TDP / History and Healing

03/29/2026

TDP continues to build the story of the Battle of Baqubah, focusing on key leaders and the strategic impact of the campaign in Diyala and Baqubah, Iraq in 2006-7.

This story will highlight the heroism of the Chargers, Sykes Regulars, Headhunters and Wolfpack. Excited to see the story come together, we remain on track for a 2027 release.

TDP / History and Healing

03/25/2026

Never before aired throwback 1-82 ARB "Wolfpack" Video from OIF 06-08 in Diyala/Baqubah in support of 1-12 Cav Chargers, 3BCT, 1CD 5th Battalion, 20th Infantry Regiment and 5-73 CAV Headhunters to the East of the city... showcases the power of the US air-ground team and why such a brotherhood was formed between these units...

Send us your BN videos from this era with the details!

History / Healing / The Debrief Project

03/20/2026

We’ve been calling on our community to help us collect photos from the Battle for Baqubah—and you’ve been answering that call in a big way.

This week, we want to give a special shoutout to Amanda Bunds for submitting powerful photos that help preserve this history and honor those who were there. Your contribution matters more than you know.

We’re still actively collecting photos and videos from anyone willing to share. Every image helps tell the story.
📩 Send us a DM or email: debriefs@debriefproject.org

We’re also continuing to look for veterans who are ready to share their story through a Debrief. Your voice is part of this history—and part of the healing.

If you believe in what we’re building and want to help us sustain this mission, please consider donating:
👉 https://debriefproject.org/donate/

Or support us directly on Facebook by sending Stars.

History & Healing—one story, one image, one veteran at a time.

03/20/2026

Hello TDP Nation! ! !

Looking for anyone that has video editing experience, experience with Riverside, and some extra time to donate to a good cause!

If so please email Mike.martin@debriefproject.org or DM us!

Thanks.

03/18/2026

Help Us Bring Veterans’ Stories to Life — In Person

The Debrief Project has one mission: History & Healing.
And it’s working.

In just a short time:
• 🎥 40+ veteran debriefs recorded and published
• 👥 Thousands of views across our platforms
• 💬 Veterans consistently report that sharing their story is therapeutic, empowering, and long overdue
• 🤝 We are actively reconnecting a fragmented veteran community—one story at a time

Now we’re ready to take the next step…

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🎬 The Next Level: In-Person Debriefs (San Antonio, TX)

We want to offer veterans the opportunity to come to San Antonio, TX for a professionally filmed, in-person debrief experience.

Why this matters:
• In-person sessions create deeper connection, trust, and storytelling quality
• They allow for higher production value, preserving these stories for generations
• They strengthen the healing process—because being seen and heard in the room hits different

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💡 The Reality

To professionally film, produce, and preserve each in-person debrief:

➡️ Cost per session: ~$275

That’s cameras, audio, production, editing—everything needed to honor these stories the right way.

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🤝 Become an In-Person Debrief Sponsor

We’re looking for:
• 🇺🇸 Individuals who believe in this mission
• 🏪 Small businesses wanting to give back
• 🤝 Nonprofits and veteran organizations
• 🏢 Corporations committed to real impact

Your sponsorship directly funds a veteran’s story being told—and preserved forever.

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🚀 Why Your Support Matters

Every funded debrief:
• Expands our reach to more veterans who need connection and healing
• Increases our ability to educate families, communities, and future leaders
• Moves us closer to sustainable growth and long-term impact
• Helps us scale toward nationwide in-person debrief opportunities

👉 This isn’t just content.
👉 This is legacy.
👉 This is healing in action.

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📩 Get Involved

If you’re ready to sponsor a debrief or want to learn more:
• 💬 Comment below
• 📩 Send a DM
• 📧 Email: Mike.martin@debriefproject.org

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Help us preserve the stories that history can’t afford to lose…
and give veterans the platform they deserve to heal.

03/16/2026

Healthy Monday – The Power of Connection

One of the most powerful parts of healing isn’t found in a prescription, a program, or a perfect plan.

It’s found in connection.

For many veterans, the hardest part of coming home isn’t the memories—it’s the loss of the tribe. The daily connection with people who understood the mission, the stress, the humor, and the unspoken bond that comes with service.

That’s one of the reasons The Debrief Project exists.

Through Debriefs, conversations, filming weekends, comments on YouTube, and reconnecting with old teammates, something powerful happens:
Veterans start finding each other again.

Stories spark memories.
Memories spark conversations.
Conversations rebuild connection.

And connection is one of the strongest protective factors for mental health.

When veterans share their stories, they’re not just preserving history—they’re helping rebuild the community that once carried them through some of life’s toughest moments.

Every Debrief watched, every story shared, and every conversation started helps strengthen that connection.

That’s History and Healing in action.

If you haven’t already, take a moment today to:
• Watch a Debrief
• Share one with a friend
• Reach out to someone you served with

You never know who might need that connection today.

03/15/2026

Help Us Cross the Finish Line – 657 Hours to Go!

The Debrief Project exists for one simple but powerful reason: History and Healing.

Every time a veteran sits down to record a Debrief, they are doing something incredibly important. They are preserving history that might otherwise be lost, and they are also taking part in a healing process by sharing their story.

Right now, our YouTube channel is just 657 watch hours away from being monetized.

That might not sound like much, but reaching that milestone means something bigger for our mission. Once monetized, the views on our Debriefs will begin generating small amounts of revenue that help us sustain operations—covering things like filming equipment, editing, travel to interview veterans, and the platforms that allow us to share these stories with the world.

It won’t make anyone rich.
But every dollar helps keep the mission moving forward.

You can help in a few very simple ways:

• Watch a Debrief
• Subscribe to the channel
• Like the videos
• Leave a comment
• Share with friends, family, and fellow veterans

Even letting a few Debriefs play while you work, drive, or relax helps push us closer to the goal.

These stories matter.
These veterans matter.
And together we can ensure their experiences are preserved, honored, and used to help others heal.

📺 Watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/

657 hours to go. Let’s get there together.

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03/12/2026

Veterans — We Want Your Input

One of the core missions of The Debrief Project is History & Healing. Through the debriefs, we’ve seen firsthand how powerful it can be for veterans to share their experiences and hear the stories of others who have walked similar paths.

We’re exploring the idea of launching a Debrief Project Support Group for veterans — a space where those who served can connect, talk openly, and support one another.

This wouldn’t be therapy or anything overly formal. The idea would simply be a veteran-to-veteran conversation space where people can:
• Talk about experiences from service
• Discuss the transition to civilian life
• Share lessons learned and perspectives
• Build camaraderie and community
• Continue the mission of History & Healing

Before moving forward, we want to hear from you.

Would you be interested in participating in a Debrief Project veteran support group?
It could be virtual, in-person, or a hybrid format depending on interest.

If this sounds like something you would join — or even just want to learn more about — drop a comment, send us a message, or let us know what format you’d prefer.

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do for one another… is simply listen.

🇺🇸 Veterans helping veterans.