How the US Military Trains Special Forces
An in-depth look at the selection, qualification, and lifelong training that produces America's most capable special operations units.
28 min read
Military History Editor
Daniel Mercer writes about military history with a focus on the 20th century, including World War II, the Cold War, and Vietnam. His work looks at how decisions made decades ago still influence doctrine, planning, and assumptions today.
An in-depth look at the selection, qualification, and lifelong training that produces America's most capable special operations units.
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