Tier 2

SEAL operators sitting on the planks of the Little Bird

JSOC’s Tier-system explained: How do they differ?

The Tier-system is designed by JSOC (Joint Special Operations Command) to prioritize which Special Operations Forces receive the most funding. Tier 1 receives the

4 years ago

by Eric Sof

Member of 75th Ranger Battalion (Photo: Pinterest/Rangers)

Tier 2: An Exclusive Look into the 2nd echelon of elite special forces

Individuals in the U.S. special operations community often speak of Tiers. Thus far, we have examined the characteristics of Tier 1 teams, but what can be said about the Tier 2 units?

6 years ago

Tier 2

Green Berets: De Oppresso Liber — To Liberate the Oppressed 9 — U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) (Photo: U.S. Army)

US Army Special Forces (SF): De Oppresso Liber

De Oppresso Liber, a Latin phrase that could be translated as to liberate the oppressed. That’s the motto of the quiet professionals, the US Army Special Forces (SF). Their operators are known

12 years ago

Tier 2

Tactical Air Control Party TACP USAF — Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) (Photo: USAF)

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

160th SOAR (A) flying small birds — 160th SOAR (A) dubbed as the Night Stalkers (YouTube/Military Division)

The Night Stalkers: The 160th SOAR (A)’s Contribution to Special Operations Success

The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) holds a unique and important position within U.S. Special Operations. Its pilots are known for their fearlessness and ability to fly helicopters in and out

13 years ago

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Bangladesh SWADS operator during the Jungle training

SWADS: Bangladesh Navy’s Elite Special Operations Force

The Special Warfare Diving and Salvage (SWADS) unit of the Bangladesh Navy is modeled after the elite special operations forces of the United States Navy SEALs. Comprised of highly trained and skilled

13 years ago

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Rangers conduct a security halt in Iraq 2007 — Rangers conduct a security halt in Iraq on 26 April 2007.

75th Ranger Regiment: Rangers lead the way

The 75th Ranger Regiment, also referred to as the Rangers or Task Force Red within JSOC, is a light infantry special operations unit of the United States Army. The Regiment is headquartered

13 years ago

Tier 2

ANA Commando soldier standing next to US SOF operator during Operation Enduring Freedom

ANA Commando: Afghanistan’s premier special operations unit

In the Afghan National Army (ANA), the ANA Commando Brigade (ANACDO) is considered the special operations forces unit. The Commando Corps is a key component of the ANA and holds a prominent

13 years ago

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