Great and Terrible Leadership Examples in the Navy SEAL Teams
During my time in the Navy SEALs I saw examples of very good and very bad leadership. When it was good, it was life-changing. Bad? Watch out.
US SOCOM
What Would ARSOF’s Role Be in Near-Peer Conflict With Russia?
Looking back may be the way forward for ARSOF, according to a recent RAND report.
Special Operations or Sleep? Why Not Both?
A lack of sleep significantly affects operational performance and health. Now SOCOM is trying to put an end to it.
US Special Operations Command Wants to Transform its Biggest Planes to Gain an Advantage Against China
For over six decades, the different variants of the AC-130 have been supporting conventional and special-operations troops.
20 Years of Fighting Terrorism Took a Heavy Toll but Has Helped Prepare for a Bigger Fight, US Special Operators Say
While that toll during the GWOT has been heavy, U.S. special operations forces are now better prepared to face near-peer adversaries.
‘Brothers of the Cloth’ by George Hand IV – A Fantastic Account of Life in Delta Force
Geo’s “Brothers of the Cloth” is probably the best account of the men who comprise Delta Force, our nation’s top special operations unit.
Operation Urgent Fury Ushers in a Revolution in Special Operations
The bitter lessons of Operation Urgent Fury would not only reform the U.S. military but also revolutionalize special operations.
The History of 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment
The 2nd Ranger Battalion received its baptism of fire on D-Day. Following its reactivation, the battalion has been an integral part of the Rangers.
Behind the Scenes of Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen (SWCC)
Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen (SWCCs) are a critical link in the SOCOM chain, supporting Navy SEALs in most water-borne operations.
US Special Operations Command Has Big Plans for its Armed Overwatch Attack Planes
Despite pushback from the Air Force and Congress SOCOM is moving ahead with finding a dedicated aircraft to support its special operations.
Character and Ethics Identified as Navy SEAL Problem Areas by Chief of Naval Operations
In response to the identified problems, the Naval Special Warfare Command is now placing more emphasis on Navy SEAL ethics and character.
The “Ferrari” of US Special Operations Helicopters May Soon Be out of Service
What does the future hold for the Little Bird helicopter, one of the older but most legendary special operation helicopters?
