SAS

Delta Force 1st SFOD-D operators in Afghanistan

Could You Survive SAS or Delta Force Training?

Joining the ranks of the British SAS or U.S. Delta Force means stepping into the world of the elite — a world where only the most mentally resilient and physically capable survive.

6 years ago

by Eric Sof

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

SAS operator is seen speaking with another armed rescuer during hostage crisis in Kenya

The true story behind the SAS operator in Kenya

The story about SAS operator in Kenya has spread over the world after his lone actions and his reaction to last Tuesday’s terrorist attack in downtown Nairobi, Kenya. An unnamed operator of British

7 years ago

SOF

Special Air Service - SAS operators are posing with their weaponry

What is SAS selection like?

The Special Air Service – SAS selection is pretty much the same as the other Tier 1 unit in the United Kingdom Special Operations Forces. In fact, the selection is pretty much

8 years ago

Expert Analysis

French Foreign Legionnaires in Afghanistan

How good is the French Foreign Legion compared to the British SAS, SEAL Team 6 or Delta Force?

First of all, the French Foreign Legion is not a Special Operations Force. Yes, they are some of the toughest men on the planet, which for some spend their life training and

8 years ago

Expert Analysis

SAS operators got bulletproof helmets heat seeking technology friend foe vision

British Special Air Service (SAS) soldiers are conducting Star Wars-style bulletproof helmets in the war against terror. The high-tech kit – dubbed the “Boba Fett helmet” after the hit movie’s bounty hunter

8 years ago

Defense

Differences Between the Navy SEALs and the SAS

People often ask about the difference between U.S. Navy SEALs and the British Special Air Service (SAS). While they may seem similar, they have significant differences. It might be more appropriate to

9 years ago

Comparison

Examining the Differences in Training for SAS and Navy SEALs

To compare the training and selection processes of SAS and Navy SEALs, it is helpful to understand more about the roles and responsibilities of these elite special operations forces. The SAS and

9 years ago

Comparison

NZSAS: A premier combat unit of the New Zealand Defence Force

The New Zealand Special Air Service (NZSAS) is widely considered to be the most elite unit in the New Zealand Army. Established on July 7th, 1955, they are commonly referred to as

10 years ago

Tier 1

British Special Air Service (SAS) operators training in the late 1980s

Operation Flavius: An undercover SAS operation at Gibraltar in 1988

Operation Flavius was a military operation conducted by the British Special Air Service (SAS) in Gibraltar against a Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) cell. The operation resulted in three IRA members who

13 years ago

Missions

John McAleese: The legendary SAS hero and inspiration for Captain Price

John McAleese was a famous SAS operator who fought in several conflicts in the late 20th century. He also took part in Operation Nimrod, a famous Special Air Service (SAS) raid at

13 years ago

Veterans