Inside special forces

Describes airborne special operations: selection, training, and preparation, select missions, service in Afghanistan and Iraq, terrorism, and service during disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the Haitian earthquake.

Describes the history of Special Ops snipers in the military, what they do, how snipers are trained, the tools and equipment used, and more.

"The toughest, most elite warriors in the U.S. military are the soldiers who serve in the Special Operations Forces. This fact-filled volume presents a treasure trove of information about the weapons and gear that they rely on to complete their frequently dangerous and sensitive missions. The most-commonly used weapons are profiled, as are the land, air, and water vehicles that Special Forces soldiers use most often. Uniforms, MREs, and cutting-edge technology, including a proposed Iron Man-like suit, are also discussed. A comprehensive resource that is sure to appeal to any reader with an interest in the military"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes tactical training for special operations: selection, training, parachute, and other skills for Army Rangers, Coast Guard, Navy SEALS, and more.

Describes how information becomes "military intelligence"; covers the difference between strategic intelligence and tactical intelligence; presents historical background beginning with George Washington; and discusses intelligence both inside different branches of the armed forces and outside them.

"Snipers: skilled, cautious, and keen-eyed shooters who hide and wait for their assigned targets to appear. For a sniper, staying out of view--whether within some bushes or peeking over a rooftop--is job one. But snipers don't stay hidden for readers of this engrossing book, which pulls back the cover and the camouflage, providing a detailed and inside look at the training, the tools, and the history of how a select few get to be top guns in the U.S. military"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes the training, equipment, roles and missions of the U.S. Army Green Berets.

Describes the training, equipment, and roles of the combat controller of the U.S. Air Force in special missions and black ops.

Describes the training, equipment, roles and missions of the U.S. Marine Corps Special Operations Command.