US Military Special Operations

When a trainee drops on request (DOR) during Navy SEAL Buds training, they formally choose to leave the program before completing it. This decision typically involves a discussion with an instructor, and the trainee must fill out the necessary paperwork. Dropping on request is a significant choice, as it can impact future opportunities within the Navy, but it allows the individual to exit training without facing the more intense physical and psychological challenges of further progression. Afterward, the trainee may be assigned to a different role or specialty within the Navy.

Views among Navy SEALs about President Trump vary widely, reflecting broader political opinions in the military and civilian populations. Some SEALs support him, praising his strong stance on national security and military funding, while others criticize him for his rhetoric and behavior. High-profile former SEALs, like Robert O'Neill, who claimed to have killed Osama bin Laden, have publicly expressed their opinions, both supporting and opposing Trump. Overall, the sentiment among Navy SEALs is not monolithic and encompasses a range of perspectives.

Yes, you can join special forces like the Rangers or Delta Force if you are a 19D (Cavalry Scout), but there are specific requirements and pathways you must follow. Typically, you'll need to complete your initial training, gain some experience, and then apply for the respective units. The selection process is highly competitive, and candidates must demonstrate physical fitness, mental resilience, and a strong commitment to the mission. It’s advisable to discuss your goals with your chain of command to get guidance on the best approach to pursue these opportunities.

Long-range reconnaissance and sabotage operations by special operations forces typically fall within the "low" to "medium" threat levels of the threat spectrum. These operations are often covert and designed to gather intelligence or disrupt enemy activities without engaging in direct, large-scale conflict. The nature of these missions usually involves a calculated risk, relying on stealth and precision rather than overwhelming force.

Yes, Navy SEAL candidates may be required to take a polygraph test as part of the screening process. This is typically done to assess the candidate's honesty and integrity regarding their background and personal history. The polygraph is one of several measures used to ensure that individuals meet the high standards required for service in such a specialized and elite unit.

Yes, Delta Force and SEAL Team 6, both elite units in the U.S. military, often undertake similar types of missions, such as counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and direct action operations. While their specific missions and operational focus may differ based on the needs of the military and national security, both units are highly trained for high-stakes, specialized tasks. Their collaboration and interoperability can be crucial in complex operations.

Special operations are military missions carried out by small, elite units that are trained to perform complex tasks using specialized tactics and equipment. These operations often involve unconventional warfare, counter-terrorism, and intelligence gathering, and they require a high degree of skill, agility, and adaptability. The primary goal is to achieve strategic objectives with minimal visibility and maximum impact, often in challenging or hostile environments. Such operations emphasize precision and stealth, enabling forces to address threats effectively while minimizing collateral damage.

The purpose of joint operations is to maintain a sustainable pace of presence operations abroad, which includes rotational deployments and bilateral engagements. This approach enhances military readiness, fosters international partnerships, and ensures the ability to respond effectively to emerging threats. By conducting these operations, forces can build trust with allies and deter potential adversaries, thereby promoting stability in various regions. Ultimately, joint operations aim to achieve strategic objectives while ensuring the well-being of deployed personnel.

The exact number of LAPD SWAT officers who are former Navy SEALs is not publicly disclosed. While some members of SWAT may have military backgrounds, including special operations forces like the Navy SEALs, the LAPD does not specifically track or report this information. Overall, many SWAT officers come from diverse backgrounds, including military and law enforcement experience.

There are land mines dividing North and South Korea. They help to keep North Korea from invading South Korea Again (which they did in June 1950) and help to deter another war with the two divided nations,

SOCOM is the US military acronym for Special Operations Command; the command that coordinates special operations within the US.

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While some people like to believe something sinister is going on at this military base in Nevada, it is more likely that the base is restricted because of highly-classified testing of weapons and aircraft there. It is thus not a typical air base that anyone can visit, since its purpose is to perform top-secret kinds of research and testing that will later be used by the military.

Women are valued as snipers in many of the worlds military groups (Russia, Israel and others). The US military does not. The reasons for this failure to permit them to serve in tasks they can do is based on male chauvinism and sexual discrimination.

In 1962, during the Vietnam war, fighting the NVA (north Vietnamese army) became to difficult with the average "Grunts" of the military, and John F Kennedy formed the elite force, the NAVY SEALS. (Sea Air and Land) and the most elite branch of the US Military.

As of January 2013, there are approximately 63,000 personnel with SOCOM, however, not all of these are operators. Some are support or command personnel. This number includes all 5 sub-commands:

USASOC (Army) - 28,500

NAVSPECWARCOM (Navy) - 8,900

AFSOC (Air Force) - 18,000

MARSOC (Marines) - 2,600

JSOC (Joint Tier 1) - Classified, probably about 4000-6000.

SWAT

You can't. As a top secret operation, the specific details of the mission, especially the names of personnel will remain classified still. So, unless you have a militarily justifiable need to know, you cannot get that list.

To protect field operatives in Special Operations, the names of personnel are a closely guarded secret.

currently up to age 42 after passing the physical

Completely a question of opinion, no actual information can be given. It's all up to your opinion.

The question really doesn't make any sense. If you're asking how many people have they killed, there aren't any such records available.

It stinks some, but not as we know it.

4 months.

Known by the SEAL's as on of the "Boat Guys", an SB2 is one of the Navy's Special Boat Operators, who are part of the SWCC (Special Warfare Combat Crewmen) community. An SB2 is a Special Boat Operator 2nd Class (2nd Class Petty Officer).

SB's, like all SWCC's, are responsible for SEAL insertion and extraction where high speed boats and other watercraft are required. They are highly trained in boat operation, navigation, engineering, first aid, weapons, and pretty much anything else necessary to operate in extremely hostile environments.