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

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by Eric Sof

3rd Special Forces Group. 2nd Batallion Charlie company. ODA 3236

Types of Special Operations Forces missions

Special Operations Forces missions are performed by operators who are trained to be swift and deadly if needed. It means that small units conduct direct or indirect military actions focused on strategic

13 years ago

Notable

Counter Assault Team (CAT): A tactical unit of the U.S. Secret Service

The Counter Assault Team (CAT) is a specialized unit within the Secret Service that offers direct and tactical support to protective details. This includes the protection of the President and Vice President

13 years ago

SWAT

Federal Bureau of Prisons Special Operations Training - SORT

BOP SORT: Protecting Prisons and Communities

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) employs specialized teams known as Special Operations and Response Teams (SORT) to enhance emergency preparedness within its facilities. Comprising 15 members, including security systems, firearms, and

13 years ago

SWAT

Peruvian SOF storming Japanese Ambassador residence in Lima, Peru during Operation Chavin de Huantar on April 22, 1997

Operation Chavin de Huantar: A daring hostage rescue operation

Operation Chavin de Huantar was a military and hostage rescue operation in Lima, Peru, performed by elite Peruvian special forces on April 22, 1997. The raid involved a team of one hundred

13 years ago

Missions

Hijacking of Lufthansa Flight 181 and brilliant GSG 9 rescue operation

The hijacking of Lufthansa flight 181 on October 13, 1977, en route from Palma in the Balearic Islands to Germany, occurred over the French Mediterranean coast. A Lufthansa 737 airliner was hijacked

13 years ago

Missions

Congo Crisis: Operation Dragon Rouge (Red Dragon)

Belgian paratroopers in operation DRAGON ROUGE

In 1964 during the Cold War, Belgian military started operation DRAGON ROUGE (Red Dragon) in order to rescue hostages who had been held in the city of Stanleyville in Congo-Léopoldville (modern-day Kisangani, Democratic

13 years ago

Missions

JTF2: A centerpiece of Canadian special operations

JTF2, or Joint Task Force 2, is a highly skilled and specialized unit of the Canadian military. As a Tier 1 unit, it is the primary force for counter-terrorism operations and provides

13 years ago

Tier 1

Marine Raiders (MARSOC Raiders) have long and extensive selection and training

Marine Raiders: The Marines’ Contribution to the SOCOM

The Marine Raiders are a highly specialized unit within the United States Marine Corps that excel in unconventional warfare and direct action operations. They possess a wide range of amphibious capabilities, from

13 years ago

Tier 2

Death from Above: The 82nd Airborne Division’s Role in Modern Warfare

The 82nd Airborne Division is a highly respected and elite unit within the United States Army, renowned for its specialized role in parachute assault operations. Despite not being classified as a special

13 years ago

Tier 3

Operators of Israeli YAMAM counter-terorrism unit during the training in Tel Aviv

YAMAM: Special Police Unit of Israel Border Police

The YAMAM is an Israeli elite counter-terrorism unit, one of four special units of the Israel Border Police. The Unit is capable of both hostage-rescue operations and offensive takeover raids against targets

13 years ago

SWAT

TACP: The U.S. Air Force’s Tactical Air Control Parties

The United States Air Force (USAF) employs teams of skilled Tactical Air Command and Control specialists, known as Tactical Air Control Parties (TACP), to support conventional Army units and Special Operations Forces.

13 years ago

Tier 2

Air Force Combat Controller (CCT): An irreplaceable asset in modern warfare

Air Force Combat Controller (CCT) is a member of the United States Air Force Combat Control Teams, which are part of the United States Special Operations Forces. They are also referred to

13 years ago

Tier 2

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