Eric Sof

Eric Sof holds a master's degree in Political Science, specializing in International Peacekeeping Studies. He has over a decade of experience as a former member of an elite counterterrorism unit. Additionally, he is a firearms instructor and currently serves as a member of the SWAT unit.

Tribute graphic honoring Technical Sergeant John William Brown, featuring his portrait, military insignia, and commemorative text.

Tech Sgt. John W. Brown – Pararescueman, Gentleman, and Hero of Extortion 17

In the world of special operations, some warriors earn their place in history not only through skill but through the selfless way they live and die. Technical Sergeant John W. Brown was

5 months ago

by Eric Sof

New Assault Rifle for Germany’s Special Operations Units

A new weapon will enhance Germany’s special operations capabilities. The latest version of Heckler & Koch’s HK416 carbine will be supplied to two of the country’s elite military units — the KSK,

7 years ago

Defense

The Maritime Special Purpose Forces - African Lion

The End for the TALOS – SOCOM’s ‘Iron Man’ style project

First introduced in 2013, the idea for the ‘Iron Man’ style suit for U.S. Special Operation Forces lived up to this day. The U.S. Special Operations Command’s Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit

7 years ago

Defense

Delta Force 1st SFOD-D operators in Afghanistan

A part of history: How did Navy SEALs conduct CQB in 2003?

Special forces operators mostly use close quarters combat or just CQB. It is a tactical concept that involves a physical confrontation between several combatants. It can occur between military units, police/corrections and

7 years ago

Video

Robert J. Reeves: A Navy SEAL who died in Extortion 17

Navy Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Robert J. Reeves died on August 6, 2011, in a helicopter crash when their CH-47 Chinook helicopter was downed by a Taliban rocket near Kabul,

7 years ago

Fallen Heroes

Act of Valor – a movie featuring real-life Navy SEAL operators

The Act of Valor movie is a modern war story. It is the only movie with real Navy SEALs posing as actors. Also, the missions in the film are all based on

7 years ago

Movies

Operation NIMROD: Siege of Iranian embassy in London, 1980 John McAleese and his team on the balcony

Interview with legendary SAS Veteran John McAleese

John McAleese, or just Mac, was a Scottish soldier who took part in several late 20th century conflicts with the British Army’s Special Air Service (SAS) Regiment, including the famous storming of

7 years ago

Video

Richard Marcinko in his early military days

Top facts about the Dick Marcinko first commanding officer of SEAL Team 6

A lot of stories and facts were told and revealed about Richard ‘Dick’ Marcinko. As you probably already know, he is considered as the ‘father’ of famous SEAL Team Six. Today, Richard

7 years ago

Veterans

Osama Bin Laden notorious Al-Qaeda Leader killed during the Operation Neptune Spear

The Invisible Proof: A Review of the Reasons Why Photos of Osama bin Laden’s Corpse Remain Classified

Photos of Osama bin Laden’s corpse were not publicly released for several reasons. At the time of his death, the United States was in a delicate situation, having just completed a multi-year

7 years ago

Expert Analysis

Army Gear Tactical Flashlight

Army Gear Tactical Flashlight is a good emergency kit. It is vital for the survival of you and your family. For many people, the question isn’t if an emergency will happen, but

7 years ago

Lights

German KSK commando suspended for right-wing extremism

German media outlets report a lieutenant colonel in the KSK has been suspended for right-wing social media posts. KSK Kommando Spezialkräfte (Special Forces Command KSK) is the most elite special forces unit

7 years ago

Community

British SAS Forces Banned From Wearing Skull Badges Due to SS Insignia Resemblance

British SAS Punisher badge reportedly banned

British SAS banned from wearing the SAS Punisher badge on their combat gear. Special Air Service operators have been allegedly banned from wearing an unofficial Punisher (skull badge) after being compared to

7 years ago

Community

COS French Special Forces with HK416 rifles

French Special Forces Exposed

Two years ago, France started a campaign to attract new recruits for its Commandement des Opérations Spéciales and French Special Forces. Their campaign soon finds a way out to YouTube where it

7 years ago

Community

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