Delta Force Vet Answers the Age Old Question: Special Forces vs Rangers, Who’s Better?
Read the entertaining account of a former Delta Force member describing the interaction between the two elite units.
75th Ranger Regiment
October 3: An Important Day in the History of the 3rd Ranger Battalion
The formation of and many of the defining events in the history of the 3rd Ranger Battalion happened on October 3rd.
SOF Pic of the Day: Kitting up for the Battle of Mogadishu
A day after the Mogadishu firefight, Delta’s A Squadron lifted in to bolster a bloodied Task Force Ranger—17 Americans killed, 106 wounded, and Gary Gordon and Randall Shughart earning the Medal of Honor.
Flying on AMBIEN: A Ranger’s Wild Ride
Rangers on Ambien at 36,000 feet—sleepwalking, eating unpeeled oranges, and even climbing the C-17 mid-flight.
Hanging by a Cheek: A Night Stalker Ride into Baghdad
Hanging by a cheek on an MH-6 Little Bird, a sniper recalls the cold, chaos, and grit of flying with the Night Stalkers.
Attempting Special Operations Selection as an Older Candidate
At Selection, your age won’t carry your ruck or find your points—your grit, your prep, and your ability to bleed with the team will.
US Army Rangers | The Complete Guide
Rangers lead the way! The U.S. Army Rangers are an elite light infantry special operations unit. Read more about them in our updated guide.
Geo Hand: The Night Delta Force Went After the Leader of the Taliban
In the heat of battle, as bullets whizzed by and bombs turned the night into day, Chief Coker’s voice over the radio was the calm in the storm, reminding every soul under his watch that they were not alone in this fight, forging ahead with the might of righteousness and the unwavering belief that if God is for us, then who can be against us?
Surreal Summer in Iraq: Ice Cream, Poolside Shenanigans, and a Near-Death Experience
A surreal summer in Iraq with poolside volleyball, turtle hunts, and a brush with danger, all while preparing for high-stakes missions.
First Solo Kill: When the Bullet Finds Its Mark
A high-stakes operation leads to Blackjack’s death, an eerie discovery of a bullet stopped by a grenade, and a strange funeral photo.
First Solo Kill: Always When You Least Expect It
A deadly raid in Afghanistan leads to a solo kill, a surprising discovery, and a moment of reflection on survival and duty.
SOFREP Throwback Interview: Veterans Reflect on Life-Saving Strategies
Civilians, veterans, and first responders play a key role in saving lives during mass casualty events. Here’s why training matters.
