US PSYOP Unit's Chilling Recruitment Video: 'We Are Everywhere'

The U.S. Army's 4th Psychological Operations-Airborne unit, stationed at Fort Bragg, has unveiled a new recruitment video filled with mysterious visuals and messages. This unit focuses on shaping enemy perceptions and communication through specialized influence campaigns. The video notably opens with imagery from a 1930s cartoon and quickly transitions to scenes of soldiers and leaflets, conveying the unit's pervasive reach with the tagline, "We are everywhere."

The recruitment reel is designed to attract individuals skilled in both digital influence, such as creating viral memes, and traditional military competencies like airborne operations. It references historical deception tactics, including the WWII 'Ghost Army,' and incorporates elements like conspiracy theories and pop culture memes, even a Pepe the Frog GIF. The unit's mission involves targeting psychological vulnerabilities to create confusion and doubt among adversaries.

Aspiring PSYOP soldiers undergo a demanding assessment and selection process focusing on physical fitness, mental resilience, critical thinking, and communication. Training encompasses studying psychology and cultural dynamics to craft effective influence strategies. The comprehensive 41-week qualification course teaches soldiers to use propaganda and other methods to influence target audiences, emphasizing ethical considerations and international law.