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The Special Forces were established in 1952 to act as counter-insurgency troops against Communist aggression, but would grow to be a part of the regular armed forces.

The candidates have been selected, the training is complete, and the celebrations have concluded. It is now time for the Special Forces to earn their keep.

Having earned their Green Berets, the recruits are now assigned to a particular Special Forces Group based on their interests and current needs.

Around the world, groups of highly trained, anonymous soldiers train for years to carry out dangerous missions that others are not deemed able to do. But who are they?

When the leader of the Commonwealth nation of the Gambia needed his country back after a coup, the SAS sent three crack commandos who got the job done in 72 hours

Special Forces, or Green Berets, are supposed to represent the "best of the best," so a rigorous screening and training process is in place to ensure quality candidates.

After the assessment and selection process, the real Special Forces training begins as the trainees get more in-depth skills, pick specialties, and apply their skills.

A.B. Feuer thrills readers with the riveting history of Australia's elite commando units during World War II.

Larry A Thorne had served three different flags in his twenty years in the combat arms trade. A hero in his native Finnland he is also remembered in the United States.

Best-selling author Doug Stanton tells of the heroics of American Special Forces in Afghanistan who rode to war on horseback against Taliban soldiers.

The Special Air Service is a regiment within the British Army, which has served as a model for the special forces of other nations. Roles include counter-terrorism.

The Beard went from being the nearly only universal item in every army to being prohibited nearly everywhere and is now making a resurgence.

Garth Ennis is a well known and popular comic book writer who uses a wide range of military history to help shape and create the characters in his works.

A team of soldiers are attacked in the South American jungle by an alien that can appear almost invisible and is capable of ripping the hardened men limb from limb.

At the Battle for Hill 3234 two very different groups fought each other through the night in 12 engagements. Here is what is known about them.

Small Luxembourg, shamed by her performance under German occupation in World War One, vowed to fight in World War Two.

Rules number 9 through 19 of Rogers famous Rangers field operations guide.

The 28 Rules below were the standing orders of operation of the famous unit of colonial irregulars. These created the first field manual of commando and are still in use.

Rules Number 20-28 of Rogers famous 1765 Standing Orders as well as the current Ranger Creed used today by the US Army Rangers.

As part of Operation Magistral the 9th Company of the 345th Guards Airborne Regiment took and held a mountain outnumbered 10 to one by Mujahideen

A group of soldiers in the highlands of Scotland are ambushed by a pack of werewolves and take refuge in a deserted farm house to wait until the night comes to an end.

An anonymous assassin, a former Special Forces operative, a vigilante hero, and a dead rookie cop lead the action this fall.

In many ways, the political moves made by Britain in the late seventies and early eighties encouraged Argentina to attack the Falklands.

With eight dead monks, one murdered academic, two former soldiers and an investigator, The Lost Throne is a steady ride of plot curves enhanced by glimpses of Europe.

In a story by Steve Martin, written and directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff, 'Traitor' tells a thrilling tale about international counter-espionage operations.

Julie Benz, who currently plays Rita on the highly popular Showtime series Dexter, sits with Suite101.com to discuss her involvement with the new movie Punisher War Zone.

Another great Stephanie Plum novel from the author of One for the Money, Two for the Dough, Three to Get Deadly etc

The announced resignation of Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf has significant implications for the U.S. war on terrorism.

Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges also appear in this Grant Heslov-directed film adapted from Jon Ronson's 2004 nonfiction book by the same name.

Malaysia offers diverse, cosmopolitan cities as well as unspoiled tropical getaways. The Tanjong Jara Resort reflects both Malay tradition and culture.

When Bolivian soldiers executed Che Guevara 39 years ago, they initially tried to make his execution not look like an execution.

Extremists capture Air Force One and threaten to kill one hostage (which includes the President's wife and daughter) every half an hour until their demands are met.

If the Mayans predicted an alignment during the winter solstice in the year 2012 would signal the end of the world, what is so special about the sky on this night?

Joining the FBI is a considerable undertaking. Candidates need the right qualifications and have to pass difficult tests before they can be admitted to the FBI Academy.

Brian Turner's poems are harrowing accounts of the Iraq war exposing readers to the complex psychology of men in battle and the overarching insanity of war.

For the first time since the voyages of Zheng He in the fifteenth century, China has deployed its navy overseas, in response to the threat posed by Somali pirates.

Look for these new comedies from Lionsgate and Overture Films in theaters this fall.

in the opening battles of world war two cavalry was deemed worthless. However it never faded from use and still has a place.

Capable dramatic actor Don Cheadle (Hotel Rwanda) plays Samir Horn, a Sudanese born American Muslim who covertly infiltrates an Islamic extremist terrorist cell.

In this third installment of "The Transporter" series, tough-guy transporter Frank Martin gets involved in an international environmental crime.

A bizarre but funny comedy based on the non-fiction book by Jon Ronson telling the secret experiments by the US army into creating psychic spies.

A look at the career of the director of La Haine, Gothika and Babylon AD, and star of Amelie, Munich and Birthday Girl, plus his forthcoming projects

Your relationship with developers and engineers is one of your most valued assets. Develop that relationship in highly-focused technical interviews.

Ageing Khmer Rouge leader Khieu Samphan, facing potential indictment by an atrocity crimes tribunal, was whisked to a Phnom Penh hospital following a stroke this week.

Metal Gear recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, so here's a look back on one of the original stealth games.

Martin Riggs is a reckless and suicidal cop following the death of his wife. He is partnered with Roger Murtaugh and the mismatched pair uncover a heroin operation.

Skitterish exeuctives and others hire private bodyguards for extra protection after 9/11

From great highs to somewhat questionable lows, Sylvester Stallone's character of John Rambo has spawned a series that's a clash of great action and painful movie making

24 returns to primetime TV in January. In this prequel, first female U.S. president is inaugurated

A step in the right direction after the first Hulk movie, Marvel's not-so-jolly-Green-Giant still flounders behind the likes of Iron Man and The X-Men.