Overview
Written by an outstanding team of distinguished active and retired special operations officers, historians, and experts, this oversize, in-depth book surveys America's elite forces. From Roger's Rangers in Revolutionary times to the Underwater Demolition Teams of WWII to contemporary specialized commands in the war against terrorism, "U.S. Special Operations Forces explores both individual and collective achievements. Vintage and recent photographs, map, and historically inspired paintings complement the text, and a unique medallion-inlaid cover make it both a riveting history and a cherished keepsake.