special operations (military science)

Examines some of the most daring counterterrorist operations of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries including the kidnapping of Abdullah Ocalan and the death of Abu Jihad.

Explores the training of special operations troops in the United States military.

Presents the account of the ten-year pursuit of bin Laden and the twilight of al-Qaeda, based on research and access to White House officials, CIA analysts, Pakistani intelligence, and the military.

Recounts events during which, immediately after the attacks of September 11, 2001, a small group of U.S. SpecialForces soldiers entered Afghanistan on horseback to capture the city of Mazar-i-Sharif and were ambushed in a battle in which they were outnumbered forty to one.

A novelization based on the movie inspired by true events. When the rescue of a kidnapped CIA operative leads to the discovery of a deadly terrorist plot against the U.S., a team of SEALs is dispatched on a worldwide manhunt.

Recounts the history of spying, the roles of spies in U.S. history, and tales of fictional spies.

Lieutenant Commander Ryan Cross is in charge of a special operations force drawn from every branch of the military, and called the Shadow Squadron--and for their first mission they have to rescue several hostages from Somali pirates.

Recounts events during which, immediately after the attacks of September 11, 2001, a small group of U.S. Special Forces soldiers entered Afghanistan on horseback to capture the city of Mazar-i-Sharif and were ambushed in a battle in which they were outnumbered forty to one.

"Describes the U.S. Marines Special Operations Regiment, including the group's history, weapons, gear, and missions"--Provided by publisher.

Juan Cabrillo takes on two of the most dangerous nations on Earth to help a man of peace return to his home.