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Navy SEALs
Navy SEALs are a unique breed of warrior who conduct special operations in any environment, but who are trained and equipped to operate from, around and in maritime areas. SEALs take their name from the environments in which they are trained to operate: sea, air and land. Their small highly trained teams usually work quietly at night conducting some of the nation's most important missions. SEALs are constantly deployed throughout the world to protect national interests.
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Navy SEALs: Missions
Military.com
Special Operations is characterized by the use of small units with unique ability to conduct military actions that are beyond the capability of conventional military forces. SEALs are superbly trained in all environments, and are the master’s of maritime Special Operations. SEALs are required to utilize a combination of specialized training, equ... more
Navy IDs SEAL Killed in Parachuting Accident
Associated Press | Apr 01, 2013
TUCSON, Ariz. -- Brett D. Shadle always had wanted to be a member of the Navy's most elite special forces unit. A year after enlisting, he made it happen and went on to become a highly decorated member of the Navy's famed SEAL Team 6. U.S. military officials confirmed Saturday that Shadle, a 31-year-old special warfare operator chief, died Thur... more
Family of Victim in Gun Range Death Defends Outing
Associated Press | Feb 09, 2013
MIDLOTHIAN, Texas - The man killed alongside a former Navy SEAL sniper at a Texas shooting range was helping his friend work with a troubled war veteran, and the outing was intended to be a "therapeutic situation," his relatives said Friday following his funeral. Hundreds of people attended the service for Chad Littlefield, who along with his f... more
Ex-Navy SEAL Died Pursuing His Passion
Associated Press | Feb 04, 2013
STEPHENVILLE, Texas - The former top Navy SEAL sniper who authorities say was killed at a Texas shooting range was devoted to maintaining camaraderie and helping his fellow veterans find their way after leaving active duty. Chris Kyle, author of the best-selling book "American Sniper," and his friend Chad Littlefield apparently were doing just ... more
SEAL Survival Guide: Fighting Tips
[The following is an excerpt from SEAL SURVIVAL GUIDE: A Navy SEAL's Secrets to Surviving Any Disaster, written by Former Navy SEAL and preeminent American survivalist Cade Courtley.] Violence of action means the unrestricted use of speed, strength, surprise, and aggression to achieve total dominance against your enemy. I'm repeating this to dr... more