Courtesy of Tactical Life The events of September 11, 2012, in Benghazi, Libya, took the life of Kris Paronto — a.k.a. “Tanto” — from the most austere and non-permissive environments to the center of a worldwide political controversy and ultimately onto the silver screen. On that fateful night, known to most Americans as simply the Benghazi […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Kris Paronto Has Used the Same ‘Frankenstein’ AR Since 2005
Courtesy of Tactical Life Kris Paronto, more affectionately known as “Tanto,” is one of the most recognized names in the military community, and for good reason. The former U.S. Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment played an instrumental role in the Sept. 11, 2012, Benghazi attacks. Paronto was part of the CIA annex security […]
Movie Review – 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi
13 HOURS is based on the true story that transpired in Benghazi on 9/11 2012, where 4 Americans paid the ultimate price; Ty “Rone” Woods, Glen “Bub” Doherty, Ambassador Chris Stevens, and Sean Smith. At first glance you may not think that Michael Bay, the blockbuster director of epic popcorn action films, would be the […]