ShadowSpear Special Operations

  1. Collection Point

    1. Introductions

      New members must post their mandatory introduction here.
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      Latest: Introduction for CYoung CYoung, Aug 21, 2017 at 3:41 AM
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    2. Verified Members

      Access to this room is automatically granted to our vetted members - BETA
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  2. Special Operations

    1. Special Operations Discussion

      Special Operations discussion. For Special Operations Forces, post in the respective country forum.
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      Latest: The Next Step DA SWO, Aug 19, 2017 at 10:53 AM
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    2. Law Enforcement Special Operations

      Law Enforcement Special Operations and tactical response units like Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), Hostage Rescue Team (HRT), Emergency Response Team (ERT), Special Operations Group (SOG), etc.
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      Latest: Virginia policewoman killed on her first day on job (Marine Reservist); Army sergeant charged Helios, Aug 5, 2017
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    3. Special Operations Selection Preparation

      For those training for and seeking advice on a Special Operations Selection program like SFAS, SFQC, RASP, RIP, BUD/S, etc.
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      Latest: Progress Report from Q Course trin, Aug 20, 2017 at 12:57 PM
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    4. SOF Mentor Program

      This forum is designed for all branches of the military and civilians who are considering SOF Selection for, but not limited to Army Rangers, Green Berets, Navy SEALs, Special Tactics, MARSOC, etc. You will be mentored by vetted members of the special operations community.
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      Latest: First Post baguba21, Aug 19, 2017 at 5:56 PM
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    5. Special Operations Technology

      The latest in Special Operations and military technologies to benefit the war fighter.
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      Latest: SAS testing Boba Fett style helmets TLDR20, Aug 15, 2017
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    6. Fallen Special Operators

      Fallen Special Operators
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      Latest: S/Sgt Aaron Butler CDG, Aug 18, 2017 at 6:52 PM
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  3. US Special Operations Forces

    1. US Army Special Operations

      United States Army Special Operations, USASOC, Special Forces, 75th Ranger Regiment, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, Psyop, and Civil Affairs.
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      1. 75th Ranger Regiment

      2. Special Forces

      3. 160th SOAR

      4. Psyop

      5. Civil Affairs

      Latest: Choices The Works, Aug 21, 2017 at 2:08 AM
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    2. US Air Force Special Operations

      US Air Force Special Operations Command, AFSOC, Pararescue, Combat Control Team (CCT), Special Operations Weather Team (SOWT), Special Tactics Squadron (STS), Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), Special Operations Aviation, and Air Commandos.
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      1. Pararescue

      2. CCT

      3. SOWT

      Latest: AFSOC IDMT questions Paramagician, Aug 21, 2017 at 11:01 AM
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    3. US Marine Corps Special Operations

      US Marine Corps Special Operations Command, MARSOC, Marine Special Operations Regiment (MSOR), Marine Special Operations Batallion (MSOB), Force Reconnaissance, Recon, Marine Special Operations Support Group (MSOSG), and SOC Capable Units.
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      Latest: Recon Faq scee_1, Aug 16, 2017 at 6:36 PM
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    4. US Naval Special Warfare

      Naval Special Warfare Command (NAVSOC), SEA, Air, Land (SEAL), SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV), Special Warfare Combatant Crewman (SWCC), Special Boat Team (SBT), Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD), and other Naval Special Warfare (SPECWAR) units.
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      1. SEAL Teams

      2. SWCC

      Latest: US Navy SEAL Christopher Mark Heben: "Soldier For Hire" 1FastSUV, Aug 15, 2017
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  4. International Special Operations

    1. North American Special Operations

      Canadian Special Operations, US Special Operations , Mexican Special Operations, and Special Operations Forces.
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      Latest: Mexican Army Special Operations Forces History and the War on Drugs goodvibes33, Aug 21, 2017 at 4:18 PM
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    2. South American Special Operations

      South American Special Operations and Special Operations Forces.
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      Latest: Don't dogs jump with goggles? CQB, Jul 26, 2017
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    3. European Special Operations

      European Special Operations and Special Operations Forces.
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      Latest: Irish Army Ranger Wing (ARW)Photos 104TN, Jul 26, 2017
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    4. African Special Operations

      African Special Operations and Special Operations Forces.
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      Latest: American UN Advisor Kidnapped in Congo pardus, Apr 20, 2017
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    5. Asian and Oceanic Special Operations

      Asian and Oceanic Special Operations and Special Operations Forces.
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      Latest: Kim Jong-Nam assassination Ooh-Rah, Feb 28, 2017
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  5. Joint Discussion

    1. Military

      Non-Special Operations related military discussion.
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      Latest: USS John S McCain collides with merchant ship R.Caerbannog, Aug 22, 2017 at 8:36 AM
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    2. Military History

      Special Operations and military history.
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      Latest: Novel idea for the military: no rank Ooh-Rah, Aug 22, 2017 at 11:47 AM
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    3. Sniper

      Special Operations and military sniper discussion, sniper training, sniper operations, and sniper craft.
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      Latest: S/S shortage in the Marines.... Teufel, Aug 10, 2017
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    4. Domestic and International Terrorism

      Discussion Area for Terrorist Acts, Motivations, History, etc.
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      Latest: Barcelona Van Attack policemedic, Aug 18, 2017 at 10:26 PM
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    5. Intelligence & Support Operations

      Military Intelligence and Support Operations.
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      Latest: Quantum Encryption CQB, Aug 12, 2017
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    6. Leadership and Professional Development

      Military leadership and professional development.
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      Latest: Unit Cohesion Ranger Psych, Jun 12, 2017
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    7. Modern Conflict

      Modern conflict including wars, skirmishes, attacks, and disputes.
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      Latest: China Vs India AWP, Aug 20, 2017 at 4:01 PM
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    8. Private Forces

      Privatized forces, mercenaries, contractors, and soldiers of fortune.
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      Latest: Private contractors and General Under Honorable discharges Marine0311, Aug 15, 2017
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  6. Training and Equipment

    1. Kit & Gear

      Special Operations, military, and tactical gear, equipment, and kit discussion.
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      Latest: Hearing Protection Muppet, Aug 20, 2017 at 6:07 AM
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    2. Weapons & Marksmanship

      Weaponry and marksmanship.
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      Latest: Torrey Pines Logic T10 Ocoka, Aug 18, 2017 at 3:07 PM
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    3. Combatives

      Combatives, fighting styles, and hand-to-hand combat.
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      Latest: McGregor/Mayweather Fight Ooh-Rah, Aug 22, 2017 at 12:14 PM
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    4. Combat Medicine

      Combat medicine and related medical discussion.
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      Latest: Ballistic Vests -- EMT's RustyShackleford, Aug 22, 2017 at 12:49 PM
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    5. Fitness & Nutrition

      Physical fitness, performance enhancement, and nutrition.
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      Latest: Dieting and Living.... ThunderHorse, Aug 12, 2017
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    6. Tradecraft & Fieldcraft

      Fieldcraft and tradecraft: learning and implementing the tools of the trade.
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      Latest: Questions about Stealth Techniques if anyone knows Red Flag 1, Jun 22, 2017
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  7. Miscellaneous Discussion

    1. General Discussion

      Discussion not related to the military, tactical, or SOF world.
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      Latest: Acquisitions/Budgeting Isiah6:8, Aug 22, 2017 at 2:43 PM
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    2. Training and Employment

      Tactical training and employment opportunities.
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      Latest: Mantracking; David Scott-Donelan at Gunsite Loki, Jul 30, 2017
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    3. Books

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      Latest: What Are You Currently Reading? AWP, Aug 15, 2017
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    4. Link Ups

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      Latest: Seattle dap, Jun 18, 2017
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