Surviving the Devil’s Playground: Andrew Bragg’s Story of Combat and Brotherhood

Combat Veteran Andrew Bragg joins The MisFitNation to talk about war, writing, and the painful lessons of the Arghandab Valley
Join host Rich LaMonica on this powerful episode of The MisFitNation as he welcomes U.S. Army Veteran and author Andrew Bragg, who shares the raw and unfiltered story behind his gripping memoir, The Devil’s Playground. Bragg recounts his deployments to Afghanistan with the 173rd and 82nd Airborne Divisions—facing brutal combat in the Arghandab Valley, where the rules were simple: The valley always wins.
Hear how Andrew and his fellow paratroopers endured one of the most intense Areas of Operation in the region, operating with minimal support, relentless missions, and mounting casualties. This episode dives into the bonds of brotherhood, the cost of war, and the lasting toll on mind and spirit.
🔻 What You’ll Learn:
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Life inside Combat Outpost Tynes
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The realities of being Two Charlie in the Arghandab
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The mental and emotional aftermath of war
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The journey to healing through storytelling
🎖 For veterans, readers of military memoirs, and those seeking a real glimpse into the battlefield—you won’t want to miss this.
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