SWORDS OF LIGHTNING
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Special operational forces have been used since war began, and great reliance is laid upon them in the modern era. This is an illustrated account of the evolution and modern deployment of special units throughout the world. It examines their origins and the many roles they are called upon to play today, from sabotage to long-range reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering, and such operations as the forced rescue of hostages at Entebbe. The author explores why some of these missions succeed and some fail, and looks at the type of people who are selected for these elite units, and the intensive training they receive.
Published: 1992, Brassey's (UK) Ltd, United Kingdom
Genre: Military History
Special operational forces have been used since war began, and great reliance is laid upon them in the modern era. This is an illustrated account of the evolution and modern deployment of special units throughout the world. It examines their origins and the many roles they are called upon to play today, from sabotage to long-range reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering, and such operations as the forced rescue of hostages at Entebbe. The author explores why some of these missions succeed and some fail, and looks at the type of people who are selected for these elite units, and the intensive training they receive.