Special Ops Search And Rescue Operations

Author : Carol Hand
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781477779989

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Special Ops: Search and Rescue Operations by Carol Hand Pdf

The heroic combat search and rescue work of the United States Air Force’s pararescue jumpers, or PJs, is something worth knowing about. After all, these courageous PJs are the first in line to find and rescue fallen soldiers and civilians in the most dangerous of war zones—often risking their own lives in the process. In these pages, the basic principles, history, and structure of American combat search and rescue teams is thoroughly covered, with particular focus on true stories of PJ rescue missions and the equipment, vehicles, and weapons they use.

Author : Various
Publisher : Rosen Central
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-12-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1477780017

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Special OPS: Search and Rescue Operations by Various Pdf

The Special Ops units of the U.S. military, which undertake daring spy, search and rescue, and counterterrorism missions, are among the most exclusive military organizations in the world. These titles dive into the logistics of what it takes to be a member of one of these elite groups, from training to proficiency with the most advanced weapons and gear. Readers will also learn about notable, recently declassified missions. This series will not only shed light on the workings of these secretive teams but also inspire awe and respect for some of the most highly trained soldiers in the world. * Features fascinating details on noteworthy missions * Emphasizes the soldiers' rigorous training and gives readers a whole new respect for those who serve to protect our country * Includes sidebars with added-value facts about each unit

Author : Don Nardo
Publisher : Morgan Reynolds Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Special forces (Military science)
ISBN : 1599353628

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Special Operations by Don Nardo Pdf

The U.S. military has several special ops units, groups of specially, very intensively trained individuals who carry out missions that are too difficult for ordinary soldiers and sailors. All of these commandos are trained to fight and to survive in extreme situations and environments. But some of them are also trained to rescue their follow commandos, and civilians too, who are in trouble. These rescuers, including the Air Force's pararescuemen, or PJs, are among America's most multi-talented military personnel. Each year they save the lives of hundred of people who become wounded in battle, crash in airplanes or helicopters, or become lost at sea or trapped behind enemy lines. Dedicated, courageous, and professional, the special ops rescuers risk their own lives without hesitation, living up to their inspiring motto--"that others may live."

Author : Carol Hand
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781477780008

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Special Ops: Search and Rescue Operations by Carol Hand Pdf

The heroic combat search and rescue work of the United States Air Force’s pararescue jumpers, or PJs, is something worth knowing about. After all, these courageous PJs are the first in line to find and rescue fallen soldiers and civilians in the most dangerous of war zones—often risking their own lives in the process. In these pages, the basic principles, history, and structure of American combat search and rescue teams is thoroughly covered, with particular focus on true stories of PJ rescue missions and the equipment, vehicles, and weapons they use.

Author : Jimmy Settle,Don Rearden
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-30
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250139610

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Never Quit (Young Adult Adaptation) by Jimmy Settle,Don Rearden Pdf

"'That others may live' is a mantra that defines the fearless men of Alaska's 212th Pararescue Unit, the PJs, one of the most elite military forces on the planet. Whether they are rescuing citizens injured and freezing in the Alaskan wilderness or saving wounded Rangers and SEALS in blazing firefights at war, the PJs are some of the least known and most highly trained of America's warriors. Never Quit is the true story of how Jimmy Settle, an Alaskan shoe store clerk, became a Special Forces operator and war hero"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Dwight Jon Zimmerman,John D. Gresham
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-12-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9781466858428

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Beyond Hell and Back by Dwight Jon Zimmerman,John D. Gresham Pdf

An inside look at seven of the most harrowing and significant Special Operations missions ever. Courage beyond reason. Loyalty beyond faith. Perseverance in the face of overwhelming adversity. These are just some of the qualities of the members of the U.S. Special Operation Forces. BEYOND HELL AND BACK details the seven defining Special Ops missions that have made the Special Operation Forces the best fighting unit in the world, including: *THE RESCUE OF BAT-21: The largest and longest Combat Search and Rescue mission in the Vietnam War lasted 17 days and cost the lives of 13 Americans—all to rescue one man and the invaluable knowledge he alone possessed. * TASK FORCE NORMANDY: Planned in secrecy and executed with flawless efficiency, Task Force Normandy was an Army/Air Force Special Operations joint op that fired the opening shots behind enemy lines in Operation Desert Storm. *OPERATION EAGLE CLAW: The devastating Special Forces operation mounted to retrieve 52 American hostages in Iran resulted in the deaths of eight members of the rescue team. This failure ultimately led to the creation of Special Operations Command. *BASHER 52: Captain Scott O'Grady was shot down over the "no fly" zone above Bosnia, and his daring rescue was one of the Marine Corps' finest operations ever. These are a few of the dramatic true tales that represent the defining moments that helped shape the operational methods, planning, and deployment for all future Special Ops missions. BEYOND HELL AND BACK is the greatest collection of Spec Ops missions ever assembled.

Author : Fred J. Pushies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 41,6 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 : U.S. Army
Publisher : Paladin Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1989-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0873645367

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Special Forces Air Operations by U.S. Army Pdf

This official U.S. Army Special Forces manual covers planning pre-mission routines, organizing reception committees on the ground, setting up drop and landing zones, picking up and delivering messages, calculating moon phases, conducting search and rescue operations, figuring out escape and evasion routes and much more. The manual also contains conversion tables, airline specifications and guidelines for preparing postmission briefing reports.

Author : Dr. Nicolae Steiner
Publisher : CENTRUL NAŢIONAL DE PREGĂTIRE IN MANAGEMENTUL MEDICAL AL DEZASTRELOR
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9786068222783

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SEARCH AND RESCUE MANAGEMENT by Dr. Nicolae Steiner Pdf

Author : United States. General Accounting Office
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Military readiness
ISBN : STANFORD:36105127314313

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Special Operations Forces by United States. General Accounting Office Pdf

Author : Samuel A. Southworth
Publisher : Da Capo Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2009-03-25
Category : History
ISBN : 9780786730810

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U.s. Special Forces by Samuel A. Southworth Pdf

President George W. Bush has told all Americans that the war against terrorism would be like no other war. But what does this mean? Who will fight? How will they fight? What weapons will be used? Most informed commentators agree that the war against terrorism will be fought largely by "special forces"—that is, by a relatively new community within the American military known as Special Operations Forces, or SOF's. This new "branch" of the armed forces was created in the mid–1980s and is organized under its own unified command, called U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM). Consisting of special units from the other branches of the armed forces, such as Green Berets, Rangers, SEALs, and Delta Force, this new fighting command is recognized internationally as the most well-trained and well-equipped special operations force in the world. Their missions are varied—including combat terrorism, search and rescue, reconnaissance, humanitarian assistance, peacekeeping duty, and conventional and unconventional warfare.Despite special forces' international reputation for excellence, Americans know little about this remarkable fighting force. U.S. Special Forces provides a handy and comprehensive compendium, including descriptions of the units and their operational specialties, training, and organization, as well as the equipment and technological gadgetry, weapons, armor, planes, helicopters, and support vehicles used by each unit.

Author : DIANE Publishing Company
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1994-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0788107879

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Special Operations Forces by DIANE Publishing Company Pdf

As a result of problems with several special operations missions in the 1980s, including the failed attempt to rescue American hostages from Iran in April 1980, Congress created a joint special operations command in 1987 to ensure the readiness of assigned forces. This report assesses how the command determines its force level and mix of active and reserve forces and examines issues affecting the readiness of special operations forces. Charts and tables.

Author : Robert L. LaPointe
Publisher : PJs in Vietnam
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002-05-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9780970867117

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All for One by Robert L. LaPointe Pdf

The official United States Air Force report is called “Rescue at Ban Phanop.” But, to the hundreds of men who flew on this mission, it is simply known as “Boxer 22.” It was the largest search and rescue (SAR) mission in the Vietnam War that resulted in a survivor being rescued by a USAF helicopter. The recovery area was on the Ho Chi Minh Trail near the small village of Ban Phanop. For 3 days hundreds of airplanes fought to protect and rescue two pilots. Hundreds of NVA troops were equally determined to prevent the rescue. The resulting heroics by the air rescue force against seemingly impossible odds are legends that are still told at USAF fighter squadrons around the world. Read to what extremes your Air Force went to rescue “Just One Man”.

Author : Fred Pushies
Publisher : Voyageur Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,6 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 : John M. Collins
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Special forces (Military science)
ISBN : 9780788113611

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Special Operations Forces by John M. Collins Pdf

In this volume, John Collins speaks with the authority of one who was literally present at the birth of the low intensity conflict era. His long-term, intimate, and direct contact with the esoteric world of special operations has few parallels. Their roots go back in time and history considerably farther, but today's Special Operations Forces are largely products of the past three decades. Their development has been in response to the pressures of world-wide situations perceived to bear upon or which actually do affect American strategic interests. The use of raw military power may not provide solutions to the complex problems involved and may even be counter-productive. Special Operations forces, uniquely suited to fill the quasi-military gap, require the highest degree of professional competence in the application of the classical principles of war. This is a big order. It is difficult in a few words to pay John Collins the tribute he deserves for continuing efforts to educate both the Congress and the U.S. Armed Forces concerning the capabilities and limitations of special operations and the forces they involve. This latest addition to his carefully researched studies combines history, philosophy, factual data, and reference materials in a single document that should be on the desks of civilian and military leaders whose responsibilities relate in any way to special operations.