Special Ops

Author : William H. McRaven
Publisher : Presidio Press
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1996-06-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780891416005

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Spec Ops by William H. McRaven Pdf

Vice Adm. William H. McRaven helped to devise the strategy for how to bring down Osama bin Laden, and commanded the courageous U.S. military unit that carried it out on May 1, 2011, ending one of the greatest manhunts in history. In Spec Ops, a well-organized and deeply researched study, McRaven analyzes eight classic special operations. Six are from WWII: the German commando raid on the Belgian fort Eben Emael (1940); the Italian torpedo attack on the Alexandria harbor (1941); the British commando raid on Nazaire, France (1942); the German glider rescue of Benito Mussolini (1943); the British midget-submarine attack on the Tirpitz (1943); and the U.S. Ranger rescue mission at the Cabanatuan POW camp in the Philippines (1945). The two post-WWII examples are the U.S. Army raid on the Son Tay POW camp in North Vietnam (1970) and the Israeli rescue of the skyjacked hostages in Entebbe, Uganda (1976). McRaven—who commands a U.S. Navy SEAL team—pinpoints six essential principles of “spec ops” success: simplicity, security, repetition, surprise, speed and purpose. For each of the case studies, he provides political and military context, a meticulous reconstruction of the mission itself and an analysis of the operation in relation to his six principles. McRaven deems the Son Tay raid “the best modern example of a successful spec op [which] should be considered textbook material for future missions.” His own book is an instructive textbook that will be closely studied by students of the military arts. Maps, photos.

Author : Fred J. Pushies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Iraq War, 2003-2011
ISBN : 1610606906

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Special Ops- America's Elite Forces in 21st Century Combat by Fred J. Pushies Pdf

Author : W.E.B. Griffin
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 784 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2002-01-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781440635243

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Special Ops by W.E.B. Griffin Pdf

W.E.B. Griffin returns to the series that launched his phenomenal career-- in an explosive new novel that pits a team of Special Forces warriors against the legendary revolutionary Che Guevara.

Author : Fred Pushies
Publisher : Voyageur Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780760351536

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US Special Ops by Fred Pushies Pdf

It's the inside scoop on US military special operations. From weapons, gear, missions, and commandos, learn every military secret from the eighteenth century to today. Few aspects of the US military pique people's interest more than special ops. Due to the clandestine nature of their missions, weapons, and gear, these elite fighting forces are cloaked in an aura of intrigue that has only ratcheted upward with the expanded roles they have assumed in today's world, not to mention their recent and frequent appearances in film, books, and other mass media. In US Special Ops, longtime military author and special-ops expert Fred Pushies takes on the entire scope of America's elite fighting forces, beginning with their earliest days. Pushies profiles hundreds of weapons, gear, vehicles, missions, and commandos, from eighteenth-century fighters like Francis Marion right up through the most advanced capabilities of today's Green Berets, Rangers, SEALs, Marine Force Recon, US Air Force combat controllers, CIA Special Activities Division, and more - well over 350 entries in all. From the tomahawks used by Rogers's Rangers to special-ops legends like Col. Aaron Bank to Operation Neptune Spear and beyond, US Special Ops is a comprehensive, informative, and unique survey of all aspects of US special operations, past and present.

Author : Mike Mejia, CSCS,Stewart Smith, LT, USN
Publisher : Hatherleigh Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-04
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781578265381

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The Special Ops Workout by Mike Mejia, CSCS,Stewart Smith, LT, USN Pdf

Due to recent events, all eyes have been on the American military, especially the elite Special Operations teams: Army Special Forces, Army Rangers, Navy SEALS, and Air Force Special Ops that truly are the best of the best in the military. These teams of specially trained warriors perform the most difficult, politically sensitive, and dangerous missions known to the US military. The Special Ops Workout: The Elite Exercise Program Inspired by the United States Special Operations Command gives an inside look at the intense physical preparation required to become part of one of these elite teams. The men of the Special Ops are in the best physical shape of their lives, and the combination of conditioning workouts, nutritional information, and inside looks into training and selection guidelines outlined in The Special Ops Workout show just how they get that way. Nationally known fitness expert Mike Mejia and former US Navy SEAL and fitness author Stewart Smith teamed up to give an insider's look into some of the toughest military training in the world. By focusing on the strength and endurance conditioning essential to success in Special Operations teams, these experts show how to use real Special Ops workouts to get in the best physical shape of your life. Whether your goal is to make it into the Special Forces, or just bring extra intensity into your regular workout routine, The Special Ops Workout is a resource that will add a powerful boost to any fitness regimen. The Special Ops Workout features: • A specially formulated 12-week total body conditioning workout • The Army Ranger and Green Beret 6-week workout • The Air Force PJ/CCT 6-week workout • The Navy SEAL 6-week workout • The ultimate in high-powered nutrition info • An insider's view of Special Ops training with our exclusive "Real Deal" insider tips

Author : Richard Russell Lawrence
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780336985

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The Mammoth Book of Special Ops by Richard Russell Lawrence Pdf

Into the eye of danger with the men who put the 'special' in special forces The once shadowy activities of special forces have grown into an increasingly exposed element of 21st century warfare and anti-terrorist activity. Here, in one giant unputdownable volume, are 30 of the most dangerous special operations of modern times. Drawn from the flashpoints of the world, and above all Iraq and Afghanistan, these first-hand and reported accounts of missions by the SAS, Delta Force, Green Beret, Commandos and other forces will leave you on the edge of your seat. The accounts include: Blackhawk Down - the US Delta forces debacle in Mogadishu, Somalia, 1993 British Special forces fight Al Qaeda at close quarters in Afghanistan 2003 Task Force Raider - US Special forces teams track down Saddam Hussein, 2003 The British 'Blackhawk Down' - Paras shoot their way out of trouble in Majar, Iraq 2003 The capture of insurgent leader Chemical Evil Fat Mama, Fallujah, November 2003

Author : Jeri Freedman
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781477779941

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Special Ops: Air Commandos by Jeri Freedman Pdf

They are among the most elite of all U.S. military, special forces subject to a rigorous selection and training process. Air commandos perform highly dangerous and often secret operations. They are involved in special military operations, counterinsurgency, and counterterrorism. In addition, they are called upon to intervene in grave emergencies and natural disasters. This book examines the role that air commandos play in these operations. It covers their dramatic histories, their selection and training regimen, and some of their most exciting missions, including Operation Neptune Spear, the raid on Osama bin Laden’s compound.

Author : Deane-Peter Baker,Roger Herbert,David Whetham
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2023-11-15
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781009292108

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The Ethics of Special Ops by Deane-Peter Baker,Roger Herbert,David Whetham Pdf

The field of military ethics has generally been attentive to emerging trends in modern warfare. Cyber, robotics and AI, for example, have inspired an abundant and flourishing literature. One trend, however, has been largely overlooked: the emergence of special operations as a prominent instrument of statecraft. Drawing extensively on historical cases and first-hand experience, the authors of this book call attention to qualities inherent in special operations - and special operators - that challenge the moral framework which has long informed conventional military operations. Moral theorists will find this analysis provocative, while practitioners - those who conduct or oversee special operations and have an interest in the moral wellbeing of special operators - can put the authors' insights to practical use. Those who simply view with fascination the opaque world of special operations will find this book illuminating.

Author : David Kassnoff
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781477775684

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Special Ops: Weapons and Gear by David Kassnoff Pdf

The toughest, most elite warriors in the U.S. military are the soldiers who serve in the Special Operations Forces. This fact-filled volume presents a treasure trove of information about the weapons and gear that they rely on to complete their frequently dangerous and sensitive missions. The most-commonly used weapons are profiled, as are the land, air, and water vehicles that Special Forces soldiers use most often. Uniforms, MREs, and cutting-edge technology, including a proposed Iron Man–like suit, are also discussed. A comprehensive resource that is sure to appeal to any reader with an interest in the military.

Author : William Cohen
Publisher : AMACOM
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2005-09-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780814429143

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Secrets of Special Ops Leadership by William Cohen Pdf

Special Ops fighting forces like the Navy SEALS, Green Berets, and Delta Force accomplish impossible-seeming feats while up against extraordinary odds on every single mission. It takes great leadership skills to guide these teams to victory, and these same principles can be used just as effectively in the workplace. "Secrets of Special Ops Leadership" reveals the key principles behind Special Ops leadership, illustrating them with dramatic real-life stories of different special ops forces in action. "Secrets of Special Ops Leadership" shows business leaders how to lead to win, no matter what obstacles they and their organisation face.

Author : Nel Yomtov
Publisher : Epic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2016-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1626174393

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Special Ops by Nel Yomtov Pdf

"Engaging images accompany information about special ops missions. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

Author : Fred Pushies
Publisher : Zenith Press
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9780760349861

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US Special Ops by Fred Pushies Pdf

Military author and spec ops expert, Fred Pushes, profiles weapons, missions, vehicles, and iconic commandos from the eighteenth-century to now.

Author : Chris Lynch
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-27
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780545861632

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Unconventional Warfare (Special Forces, Book 1) by Chris Lynch Pdf

"All the sizzle, chaos, noise and scariness of war is clay in the hands of ace storyteller Lynch." -- Kirkus Reviews for the World War II series Discover the secret missions behind America's greatest conflicts.Danny Manion has been fighting his entire life. Sometimes with his fists. Sometimes with his words. But when his actions finally land him in real trouble, he can't fight the judge who offers him a choice: jail... or the army.Turns out there's a perfect place for him in the US military: the Studies and Observation Group (SOG), an elite volunteer-only task force comprised of US Air Force Commandos, Army Green Berets, Navy SEALS, and even a CIA agent or two. With the SOG's focus on covert action and psychological warfare, Danny is guaranteed an unusual tour of duty, and a hugely dangerous one. Fortunately, the very same qualities that got him in trouble at home make him a natural-born commando in a secret war. Even if almost nobody knows he's there.National Book Award finalist Chris Lynch begins a new, explosive fiction series based on the real-life, top-secret history of US black ops.

Author : Patricia Newman
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761390763

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Army Special Forces by Patricia Newman Pdf

Hunting down terrorists. Rescuing prisoners of war. The highly trained U.S. Army Special forces carry out these and other secret missions around the world. Skilled in fighting as well as diplomacy and foreign languages, they are ready to go undercover into dangerous territory at a moment's notice. Discover the exciting history of how Army Special Forces came to be, and learn more about how these elite forces fight for our freedom every day.

Author : William H. McRaven
Publisher : Presidio Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2009-02-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9780307547231

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Spec Ops by William H. McRaven Pdf

Vice Adm. William H. McRaven helped to devise the strategy for how to bring down Osama bin Laden, and commanded the courageous U.S. military unit that carried it out on May 1, 2011, ending one of the greatest manhunts in history. In Spec Ops, a well-organized and deeply researched study, McRaven analyzes eight classic special operations. Six are from WWII: the German commando raid on the Belgian fort Eben Emael (1940); the Italian torpedo attack on the Alexandria harbor (1941); the British commando raid on Nazaire, France (1942); the German glider rescue of Benito Mussolini (1943); the British midget-submarine attack on the Tirpitz (1943); and the U.S. Ranger rescue mission at the Cabanatuan POW camp in the Philippines (1945). The two post-WWII examples are the U.S. Army raid on the Son Tay POW camp in North Vietnam (1970) and the Israeli rescue of the skyjacked hostages in Entebbe, Uganda (1976). McRaven—who commands a U.S. Navy SEAL team—pinpoints six essential principles of “spec ops” success: simplicity, security, repetition, surprise, speed and purpose. For each of the case studies, he provides political and military context, a meticulous reconstruction of the mission itself and an analysis of the operation in relation to his six principles. McRaven deems the Son Tay raid “the best modern example of a successful spec op [which] should be considered textbook material for future missions.” His own book is an instructive textbook that will be closely studied by students of the military arts. Maps, photos.