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

AFEUR: Colombia’s Special Forces Response to the Palace of Justice Siege

Colombia has a long and successful history of special forces, but in 1985, during the Palace of Justice siege, the country’s military units were unprepared for such a situation. The Movimiento 19

12 years ago

Tier 2

A group of Delta Force operators armed with HK416 assault rifles hanging out from the Blackhawk

Heckler & Koch HK416: An ideal rifle for special operations

The Heckler & Koch HK416 is a German assault rifle in 5.56 x 45 mm NATO caliber. Its design was based on the Colt M4 carbine, but it is improved in relation

12 years ago

Rifles

Sgt. Reckless standing next to a Marine, wearing a saddle labeled “Sgt. Reckless.”

Sergeant Reckless: The War Horse of Korea Who Defied All Odds

In March 1953, as the Korean War raged on, the Chinese launched a fierce assault against three critical outposts held by U.S. Marines. The frontlines erupted with a relentless barrage of rifle

12 years ago

Community

Soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) during their training

10th Mountain Division: Climb to Glory

The 10th Mountain Division is a light infantry division in the United States Army. They are based at Fort Drum, New York. It is a subordinate unit of the XVIII Airborne Corps.

12 years ago

Tier 3

Highly trained, and proven under incredible fire, U.S. Border Patrol's BORTAC might just be the most elite force you've never heard of

BORTAC: A National-Level Tactical Unit of Border Patrol

BORTAC is an elite tactical unit of the United States Border Patrol. The Border Patrol (USBP or BP), as the mobile uniformed branch of the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS), has as

12 years ago

SWAT

Member of the Finmark 7th Jager Company on snowmobile

Finmark 7th Jager Company: A Chapter in Norway’s Military History

The Finmark 7th Jager Company was a top-tier special operations unit based in Norway. Its home base was the Kirkenes Region, where it operated as a guerrilla force known for its ability

13 years ago

Tier 2

Kommando Spezialkräfte (KSK) operators during the 2021 "Black Star" exercise in Trollenhangen, Northern Germany

Kommando Spezialkraefte (KSK): A prime special operations unit of the German Bundeswehr

Kommando Spezialkräfte (KSK) is a highly trained and secretive special forces unit of the German Armed Forces. Established in 1996, the KSK comprises operators who have undergone rigorous training and selection to

13 years ago

Tier 1

The French equivalent for the US Navy SEALs

French GIGN: A history of excellence

GIGN is a special unit within the French National Gendarmerie. It was one of the first French special units formed after the Munich 1972 massacre. The Groupe d’Intervention de la Gendarmerie Nationale (GIGN)

13 years ago

SWAT

FBI HRT: The Most Elite Hostage Rescue Team in the World

The FBI’s Hostage Rescue Team (FBI HRT) is a premier unit within the federal law enforcement system, renowned for its role as the sole full-time counter-terrorism force. These Special Agents, who make

13 years ago

SWAT

What are the selection and training requirements for the French Foreign Legion?

French Foreign Legion Basic salary, Allowance, Incentive, Bonus & Special Pay

The salary of a member of the French Foreign Legion (FFL) is determined by their rank and length of service. Like other military units, pay for FFL members may increase if they

13 years ago

Expert Analysis

American soldiers in combat during Operation Urgent Fury

Operation Urgent Fury: A Turning Point in U.S. Special Operations History

On October 19, 1983, a group known as the Revolutionary Military Council (RMC) executed Grenadian Prime Minister Maurice Bishop and several key advisors. The RMC, led by General Hudson Austin, sought to

13 years ago

Missions

French Nationale Police RAID assault group during operation in Paris

RAID: The Black Panthers of French Police Nationale

After the Munich massacre in 1972, the European countries started to form new law enforcement and military units to deal with similar situations. As the French always had strong Army and law

13 years ago

SWAT

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