In Special Operations, Be a Self-Starter and a Team Player
Special Operations favors the one who thinks under fire, starts before he is told, and pulls others with him.
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Night Stalkers: The Elite Aviation Unit That Flies Delta and SEAL Operators
Flying with the Night Stalkers, whether fast-roping from a Black Hawk, thundering in a Chinook, or clinging to the skids of a Little Bird, showed me firsthand why these aviation professionals are the lifeline of America’s most elite warriors.
Special Operations on Motorcycles in Afghanistan
MARSOC operators once hunted Taliban on motorcycles, turning enemy tactics into a deadly advantage in Afghanistan’s remote hills.
MARSOC Marine Raiders | The Complete Guide
MARSOC Marine Raiders are the pointy end of the spear for the Marine Corps. Learn more with our complete guide written by special operators.
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.
How CIA Predecessors Were Assessed and Selected
Back in the early days of the OSS, when the stakes were sky-high and the playbook still being written, candidates faced a gauntlet of tests designed to weed out all but the toughest, sharpest minds—because only a ‘PhD who could win a bar fight’ would survive behind enemy lines.
The Founding of SOCOM: How America’s Special Operations Command Was Born of Tragedy
America’s special operations roots stretch back to ragtag patriots who fought dirty and thought fast—long before “unconventional warfare” became a buzzword and SOCOM had a command patch.
Conquering Fear is the Biggest Obstacle in Special Operations Training
Fear isn’t something operators are free from; it’s what they master, using relentless training, humor, and a clear head to keep that little quitter on their shoulder in check.
Mastering Navy SEAL Training: The Drownproofing Test
Mastering calm under duress in water is crucial for Navy SEALs, forming their training’s foundation and effectiveness.
Advice From a Green Beret: Rucking and Special Forces Selection
Rucking is as much about mindset as it is about muscle; practice the fundamentals, stretch those hips, and before you know it, the speed will come naturally—without (literally) running yourself into the ground.
Discover the Intriguing History of the Term ‘Special Operator’
The term “Special Operator” has become part of the military cool guy lingo, but its origins are more humble than you might think.
MARSOC’s Next Evolution: Raiders Reimagined for Future Conflicts
At the 2025 Modern Day Marine Expo, Maj. Gen. Peter D. Huntley laid out a bold vision for the Marine Raiders—one that centers on the individual operator as a technologically empowered force, ready for the demands of multi-domain conflict in the Indo-Pacific.
