Army Blackhawk Pilot’s Intense Rescue Mission in Afghan War Zone

Urban Valor: the podcast

In this Urban Valor episode, we sit down with Army Blackhawk Pilot Veteran Josh Halu, who shares his journey from a challenging childhood to serving as a Battle Captain in Afghanistan.
Born in Jerusalem and raised in Denver, Josh faced unimaginable hardship at a young age, with his father’s tragic death marking a pivotal moment in his life. Fueled by resilience, he set his sights on West Point, ultimately becoming a US Army Blackhawk pilot.
Join us as Josh opens up about his experiences in Afghanistan, where he led critical rescue missions for downed aircraft, known as “Fallen Angels,” in hostile territory. Josh also discusses his path to healing and the methods he's used to cope with trauma.
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Video Chapters:
07:38 Joining West Point
47:20 Intro Afghanistan
1:19:49 Wounds and Trails
1:27:28 New Opportunity
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