Abstract
Special forces is a generic term for elite, highly trained, and superbly equipped tactical teams that conduct specialized missions in harsh, hostile terrain. Operations include but are not limited to reconnaissance, surveillance, unconventional (i.e., guerilla) warfare, foreign internal defense, counterin surgency, and, increasingly, counterterrorist actions with a global focus.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | The Encyclopedia of War |
| Publisher | wiley |
| Pages | 1-6 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781444338232 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781405190374 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 2012 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Arts and Humanities
Keywords
- Military History
- terrorism
- war
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