The Competitive Advantage

The Competitive Advantage

Author: Michael E Krivdo

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2019-05-23

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9781099805257

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Volume 8 of the Army University Large Scale Combat Operations series. The Competitive Advantage: Special Operations Forces in Large Scale Combat Operations presents twelve historical case studies of special operations forces from World War I through Operation Iraqi Freedom. This volume sheds light upon the emerging roles, missions, and unique capabilities that have forged a path for Army Special Operations Forces today. These case studies set Large Scale Combat Operations in the center and place ARSOF's role in the forefront. If a reader were to take one piece from this volume, it would be the clear understanding of the close synergy that occurs between the Conventional Force and SOF in Large Scale Combat Operations for major wars in the 20th and early 21st century. That synergy should provide a broad azimuth for military planners and practitioners to follow as the Army, SOF, and the Joint Force combine to preserve the peace, defend the Nation, and defeat any adversary.


GTA 31-01-003 Special Forces Detachment Mission Planning Guide

GTA 31-01-003 Special Forces Detachment Mission Planning Guide

Author: Department Of the Army

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2022-08-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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This publication outlines the planning process as it relates to a Special Forces (SF) operational detachment-alpha (ODA) conducting deliberate planning for special operations. Planning is an essential task common to all aspects of SF operations. More content available at: doguedebordeauxsurvival.com


Army Special Operations Forces Unconventional Warfare Field Manual 3-05. 130

Army Special Operations Forces Unconventional Warfare Field Manual 3-05. 130

Author: U.s. Department of the Army

Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub

Published: 2008-09-30

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9781492945574

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Field Manual (FM) 3-05.130, Army Special Operations Forces Unconventional Warfare, establishes keystone doctrine for Army special operations forces (ARSOF) operations in unconventional warfare (UW). It is based on lessons learned from both historical and contemporary UW operations. It is also based on existing, long-standing Army Special Forces (SF) UW doctrine; recently developed doctrine, such as counterinsurgency (COIN); and emerging affiliated concepts, such as irregular warfare (IW).


Improving the Understanding of Special Operations

Improving the Understanding of Special Operations

Author: Linda Robinson

Publisher: RAND Corporation

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780833098399

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This report examines U.S. decisions related to the development or use of special operations forces. It should assist in future planning and execution by the Army Special Operations Forces, the U.S. Army, and the joint special operations community.


U.S. Army Special Forces Handbook

U.S. Army Special Forces Handbook

Author: U.S. Department of the Army

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2008-06-17

Total Pages: 187

ISBN-13: 1626369593

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This handbook reveals the techniques and tactics that make the U.S. Army Special Forces some of the most elite and highly skilled soldiers in the world. Trained to succeed in specialized operations such as reconnaissance, unconventional warfare, and counter-terrorism, these soldiers undergo a rigorous selection process and operate under the principles of self-sufficiency, stealth, speed, and teamwork. Here readers will discover how guerrilla forces differ from special forces and how unconventional warfare relates to both; how to conduct a raid; how to improvise explosive devices; and how special forces carry out air operations.


US Special Operations Forces in Action

US Special Operations Forces in Action

Author: Thomas K. Adams

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 398

ISBN-13: 0714647950

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This work argues for a shift in expectations for "unconventional warfare" with a greater willingness to accept lengthy commitments and incremental progress.


Improving the Sustainment of SOF Distributed Operations in Access-Denied Environments

Improving the Sustainment of SOF Distributed Operations in Access-Denied Environments

Author: Robert Haddick

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2019-07-07

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13: 9781079035506

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In this monograph, Robert Haddick examines a variety of emerging technologies and techniques that could improve the sustainment and effectiveness of distributed SOF operations, especially in access-denied environments. He begins by describing a challenging yet plausible notional unconventional warfare campaign scenario. He describes how current SOF planners would attempt to cope with this scenario under current doctrine and sustainment capabilities, explores current and emerging technologies that could provide new options and capabilities, and evaluates new technologies that promise to reduce logistic demand for distributed SOF operations. Haddick proposes research and development recommendations that provide SOF with capabilities that improve their capacity to execute clandestine UW campaigns in denied areas. This monograph helps close the gap between current conditions and what will be necessary in an access-denied future.