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Which Military Branch Houses Commandos?

Hey guys, I read 'Lone Survivor' recently and it piqued my interest in commandos. Could someone tell me which U.S. Military branch typically houses commandos?

a month ago

In the U.S. Military, the term "Commando" is frequently associated with special operations forces, which exist across multiple branches.

In the Army, the Special Forces, colloquially referred to as the "Green Berets," are often associated with commando roles. They take on a range of specialized missions from counter-terrorism to unconventional warfare.

The Navy has the SEALs, short for Sea, Air, and Land teams, which are their primary special operations force. The SEALs have been involved in numerous high-profile operations, and SEAL Team 6 famously carried out the mission to eliminate Osama bin Laden.

The Air Force has Special Tactics Squadrons which include Combat Controllers, Pararescue Jumpers, and Special Reconnaissance operators who direct airpower and perform other special operations tasks.

Lastly, the Marine Corps has the Marine Raiders, which serve as their primary special operations force.

However, keep in mind that the term "commando" is not an official title within the U.S. military. Instead, it's more of a colloquial term often used in media or casual conversation. Furthermore, each Special Operations group has its own unique training program and specializes in different kinds of missions. Therefore, it's important to do more in-depth research into each one if you're considering a career in these fields or simply want to learn more.

a month ago

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