These are 3 popular misconceptions about the Navy SEALs
Navy SEALs have entered the public spotlight in recent years. But this has created some big misconceptions about them. These are three of the most popular.... Read more.
US special operations and the importance of personnel recovery missions
Few operations will focus the mind in a combat zone like the rescue of missing U.S. personnel.... Read more.
The Navy SEALs’ two original and little-known missions
Hydrographic recon and underwater demolition were the core missions that led to the SEALs' creation and could still be needed today.... Read more.
Music and war: 4 songs that forever bring me back to Afghanistan
Music and war have always been closely linked. Music can provide evoke warzone memories but also provide solace.... Read more.
Why do officers have a higher success rate than enlisted men at becoming Navy SEALs?
Officers have a much higher chance of becoming Navy SEALs than enlisted men do and the reason is how they prepare for BUD/S.... Read more.
Combat swimmer operations and their importance in a near-peer conflict
Combat swimmer operations by Navy SEALs will be a feature of a near-peer conflict against China or Russia. This is what these operations are.... Read more.
What are Navy SEAL ‘duck’ insertions and which one would you prefer?
Duck insertions were developed decades ago. They come in different varieties and remain a core competency of Navy SEAL teams.... Read more.
New Navy report reveals rare SEAL training attrition data
It seems BUD/S remains as hard as ever, although slightly more students appear to be making it through these days than perhaps in the past. ... Read more.
Report finds inadequate medical oversight led to 2022 SEAL candidate’s death
The death of Seaman Mullen was a tragedy caused by a cascade of factors that could have been prevented, the Navy's report found.... Read more.
Spy games: Who blew up the Nord Stream pipelines?
Many countries and non-state actors had a motivation to attack the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines.... Read more.