Delta Force

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The Delta Force, officially known as 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D), is a US Army unit and part of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). It is the primary counter-terrorism unit of the United States.

History

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Delta Force was formed in the 1970s after several terrorist incidents were published. The concept of a unit like Delta was first discussed among senior military and government officials in the early 1960s. Charles Beckwith, a member of the US Army Special Forces, worked as an exchange officer with the British Special Air Service (22 SAS Regiment) from 1970 to 1972. After his return, he presented a detailed report on the need for highly autonomous teams that could excel in direct action and counter-terrorism.

The Delta Force was officially founded by Colonel Charles Beckwith on November 19, 1977, in response to the growing threat of terrorism in the 1970s. The unit's primary mission is to counter terrorism, suppress insurgency, and conduct national-level operations. Over time, its capabilities have expanded to include covert missions such as hostage rescue, raids, and counter-narcotics operations.

Capabilities

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Delta Force is a highly trained and equipped unit capable of handling a wide range of special operations. Its personnel are selected from the US Army Special Forces and undergo rigorous training in areas such as:

* Counter-terrorism
* Direct action
* Hostage rescue
* Raids
* Counter-narcotics

The unit operates under the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) and is headquartered at Fort Liberty, North Carolina. Delta Force works closely with other special operations units, including the DEVGRU of the Navy SEALs, to conduct joint operations.

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