There When Brothers Die: The Duties of a Casualty Assistance Officer
The duties of a casualty assistance officer may be hard, but the support they offer to a Gold Star widow is invaluable.
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Operation Thunderbolt: Israeli Commandos Strike at Entebbe
So many things could go wrong with Operation Thunderbolt. Yet, it was a success — but the mind behind it had to pay the ultimate prize.
Somalis Push Back al-Shabaab as US Considers Returning to the Country
The Somali army has scored more victories against al-Shabaab. But can its streak last without U.S. support?
Exclusive: The True Story of the Hostage Rescue at Entebbe
On July 4, 1976, while the United States was celebrating its bicentennial, a small group of Israeli Special Operations troops was carrying out one of the most brilliant hostage rescue operations in history. Lieutenant Colonel Yonatan “Yoni” Netanyahu — the brother of the incumbent Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — was the Commander of the […]
This Year’s Best Combat Diver Competition Was the Toughest Yet
The Combat Diver Competition is growing more popular each year, but along with its popularity its difficulty also increases.
Regional Politics Impact African Lion 2021 as Spain Withdraws From the Exercise
Although Spain cited “budgetary constraints” for withdrawing from African Lion its deteriorating relationship with Morocco is to blame.
When It Comes to China and Afghanistan, Is Pentagon Putting its Money Where its Mouth Is?
Is the Pentagon really focusing its resources on China and away from Afghanistan, as its leadership claims?
Diversity Has Always Been the Goal in Special Forces
Special Forces have always adapted to the national security imperatives. They’ll look at further increasing diversity in the force to meet its needs.
10 Heroes Added to Special Operations Memorial Wall
More than 1,200 names are engraved on the Special Operations Memorial Wall honoring the fallen. A symbol of our country’s eternal gratitude.
Memorial Day: Thank the Fallen Warriors, Not the Veterans
When one talks about Memorial Day, it is important to know what it means and most importantly whom it is honoring.
Your Social Media Will Be Spied on Says Pentagon Report
In a very worrying development, the Pentagon plans to monitor troops’ social media for signs of extremism.
The Special Operations Forces (SOF) Ethics Review: One Year Later… What Now?
A year has passed since the Special Operations Forces (SOF) comprehensive review was released. What lies ahead for America’s elite troops?
