Special forces : history, roles and missions, training, weapons and equipment, combat scenarios
by Chant, Christopher, 1945-.
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BookPublisher: Bath, Eng. : Parragon, ©2012Edition: Hardcover.Description: 240 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.ISBN: 9781445468907.Subject(s): Special forces (Military science) | Commando troops
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Summary: Special Forces deploys an impressive blend of authoritative text and dramatic photographs to reveal the equalities and skills of the special forces soldier at every stage of their selection, training, and operational life. Detailed attention is also given to weapons, combat equipment, and methods of transport, while over 25 historical special forces operation features describe combat missions undertaken between 1960 and the present day.
Introduction
Ch.1. The early history
Ch. 2. Roles and missions
Ch. 3. Qualification and selection
Ch. 4. Training
Ch. 5. Weapons and equipment
Ch. 6. Combat scenarios
Ch. 7. Training
Appendix: The World's Special Forces.
| Item type | Location | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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Secondary
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Book | NF 356 C (Browse shelf) | Available | S133595555 |
Total holds: 0
Introduction
Ch.1. The early history
Ch. 2. Roles and missions
Ch. 3. Qualification and selection
Ch. 4. Training
Ch. 5. Weapons and equipment
Ch. 6. Combat scenarios
Ch. 7. Training
Appendix: The World's Special Forces.
Special Forces deploys an impressive blend of authoritative text and dramatic photographs to reveal the equalities and skills of the special forces soldier at every stage of their selection, training, and operational life. Detailed attention is also given to weapons, combat equipment, and methods of transport, while over 25 historical special forces operation features describe combat missions undertaken between 1960 and the present day.