I'm doing a school project on special ops teams in the military and was wondering about the Navy Seals. I know they’re super elite but what branch do they belong to exactly? Is it the navy cause of 'Navy' Seals? Need some clarity please!
You're right on track! The Navy SEALs, whose name is an acronym for SEA, AIR, and LAND, indeed fall under the United States Navy. The word "Navy" in "Navy SEALs" isn't a misnomer. This specialized force is famed for their intensive training and highly demanding physical and mental requirements. They are often deployed for unconventional warfare, direct action warfare, and reconnaissance operations. So, for your school project, you'd categorize the Navy SEALs as a special operations force within the United States Navy.
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