Specialoperations

Combat Aviation Advisors all call the 6TH Special Operations Squadron home; it is the only Combat Aviation Advisory Organization in the Air Force. Though its mission is Foreign Internal Defense (FID) and Combat Foreign Internal Defense (CFID), those aren’t the preferred AFSOC catchwords. They use phrases like “combat aviation advisory unit” and “non-standard aircraft squadron” […]

The Navy SEAL + SWCC Scout Team identifies and engages high-quality potential SEAL and SWCC candidates, informs them of a career in Naval Special Warfare, and assists them with the recruiting process. Physically prepare to the best of your ability in advance of BUD/S. If you arrive already making competitive scores versus minimum standards, you’ll be […]

Canada’s Special Operations Regiment (CSOR) is a battalion-sized unit under the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command. Though it is a relatively young force in the world of Special Operations, coming to fruition in 2006, CSOR can trace its history back to the famous Canadian/U.S, 1st Special Service Force, better known as the “Devil’s Brigade,” which […]

Before Special Operations was even a term, the Marine Corps tried to cultivate the capability.  The Marine Raider Battalions and Amphibious Reconnaissance Companies of WWII formed the basis of all of the Marine Corps’ capabilities in the field of SOF ever since. Today, the Marine Corps Special Operations Capable forces are divided between the Recon […]

This article will speak about two vital weapons that served U.S. Special Forces during their service in the Vietnam War. They were the M-14 Anti-Personnel mine, more commonly known as the “Toe Popper,” and the V40 Mini-Fragmentation Grenade. Over the course of the conflict, these miniature terrors drew much blood against the North Vietnamese Army […]

The Claymore is perhaps the most famous mine of the latter half of the 20th century.  Making a name for itself during the Vietnam War, it was used to great effect by US forces to repel assaults and initiate ambushes. Over the years, allies and enemies took notice, and it has spawned many copies while […]

SEALs, an uncommon and extremely dedicated fighting force trained to operate in any environment. With an exceptional ability to excel in the most demanding, water, they have become known as the toughest warriors on the planet. As a major component of the U.S Special Operations Command (SOCOM) the SEAL Teams entered to bring the demanding […]

Recon Battalion Overview The Marine Recon Battalions are the eyes and ears of the Marine Divisions. Over the years they have consisted of anywhere from one to five companies, according to the perceived needs of the Division and the size of the Marine Corps at the time. There are three active duty Recon Battalions and […]

Elite Special Operations forces across the planet have several shared core functionalities (missions). Though there will always be healthy discussions about who does what better we can all agree that each special unit brings a unique approach and level of talent and resources to each mission. Over the past decade the men and women of […]

19 September 2005 Basra, Iraq The British soldiers couldn’t believe what they were seeing. Before them, on a TV screen, sat two of their own, faces bloody from beatings, being paraded on Iraqi TV. The announcer read in Arabic that they were being charged with the murder of an Iraqi policeman, were held in Basra, […]

SSgt Sean Harvell, a Combat Controller, talking about the job. Sgt. Harvell is a highly decorated Airman. His younger brother, Sean, was Killed In Action along with 37 others and a Military Working Dog. Some information about SSgt Andrew Harvell is included below, both to give you an idea of what a CCT must do […]

This is the time of year when the Selection courses are in full swing and the guys…and gals who want to be part of Special Operations units are deciding to get ready and give it their best shot at becoming members in the best fraternity in the world. The US military has embraced Special Operations […]