Several thousands, since 1963.
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No. President Kennedy sent advisors to South Vietnam, not Korea. Vietnam was the slow-growing cancer that allowed advisers to become involved. JFK sent the SEALS and Green Berets to Southeast Asia (Vietnam). JFK authorized the "Green Beret" for the US Special Forces. The SEALS were converted UDT men (Under Water Demolition men, aka Frogmen); they too were converted to SEALS on JFK's watch.
they live off the land
Men got used to guerrilla warfare after experiencing it. SF (Green Beret) and SEAL units, as well as LRRPs (Long Range Reconnaissance Patrols), ARPs (Aerial Rifle Platoons), and Rangers dealt with that type of warfare very well. The effects of Agent Orange didn't become a real issue until after the war.
The Revolutionary War is where they made there mark and earned their nickname. Men from Tennessee have seen voluntary service and paid the price in every US conflict.
Fighting soldiers from the sky Fearless men who jump and die Men who mean just what they say The brave men of the Green Beret Silver wings upon their chest These are men, America's best One hundred men will test today But only three win the Green Beret Trained to live off nature's land Trained in combat hand to hand Men who fight by night and day Courage take from the Green Beret Silver wings upon their chest These are men, America's best One hundred men will test today But only three win the Green Beret Back at home a young wife waits Her Green Beret has met his fate He had died for those oppressed Leaving her this last request Put silver wings on my son's chest Make him one of America's best He'll be a man they'll test one day Have him win the Green Beret
This is a very special award. JFK authorized the Green Beret in 1961. Approximately 85 men have been inducted into the US Army Special Forces Green Beret Hall of Fame as of summer 2012.
46 US Navy SEALs and 834 US Army SF men (Green Beret) were killed in the Vietnam War.
The Fighting Men Of The Green Beret was popular song
"The Green Berets" is a nickname referring to the United States Army Special Forces. After being selected for and completing the Special Forces Qualification Course, conducted at the Special Warfare Center (SWC) in Ft. Bragg North Carolina, soldiers are allowed to wear the Special Forces tab and the Green Beret. However not long ago, anyone working in Group Support Battalions were allowed to wear a green beret. This was reversed and stands today allowing only those holding the Special Forces Military Occupation Specialty to wear the Green Beret.Additional AnswerThe green beret is also worn by Royal Marine commandos, and this predates the US special forces' use of the green beret. The green beret must be 'earned', as it is only issued to a marine upon completion of training.
A beret is a round cap made of a soft, felt-like fabric. It was standard headgear for men in the Basque country at a time when nearly all men wore caps. It was adopted by armies all over the world and is nowadays worn by soldiers (think green or red berets of parachute regiments, for instance).
Little Green Men - novel - has 300 pages.
the men were as strong as the green mountains ( A+) answer
Beret
In certain countries, it is believed that the crest on the beret is designed / shaped in a way to ward off evil spirits. The crest is sometimes blessed by holy men for the same effect.
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The beret is a traditional symbol of Basque culture, often associated with the region's identity and pride. It signifies not only a connection to Basque heritage but also represents resistance and independence, particularly in the context of the Basque struggle for autonomy. Worn by both men and women, the beret has become an emblem of communal solidarity and cultural uniqueness within the Basque Country.