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    Delta Force is the US Army's secretive counter-terrorism unit that goes by various names and is based at Fort Bragg, NC. It is organized into squadrons and troops and specializes in hostage rescue, counter-terrorism, and intelligence gathering. Delta Force operators undergo intense selection and training processes to become highly skilled in areas such as sniping, close quarters combat, and explosives.

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    Delta Force is the US Army's secretive counter-terrorism unit that goes by various names and is based at Fort Bragg, NC. It is organized into squadrons and troops and specializes in hostage rescue, counter-terrorism, and intelligence gathering. Delta Force operators undergo intense selection and training processes to become highly skilled in areas such as sniping, close quarters combat, and explosives.

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    Delta Force is the US Army's secretive counter-terrorism unit that goes by various names and is based at Fort Bragg, NC. It is organized into squadrons and troops and specializes in hostage rescue, counter-terrorism, and intelligence gathering. Delta Force operators undergo intense selection and training processes to become highly skilled in areas such as sniping, close quarters combat, and explosives.

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    Delta Force is a US Army counter-terrorism unit known for hostage rescue and eliminating terrorist threats. Their main skills include sniping, close quarters combat, and intervening in any scenario using their knowledge of vehicles and systems.

    Delta Force's main mission is counter-terrorism, including hostage rescue and the capture/elimination of terrorist forces.

    Delta Force is organized into 3 squadrons (A, B, C) made up of reconnaissance, sniper and direct action troops. Each squadron has 3 troops.

    Delta Force

    This super-secretive US Army outfit goes by / has been known by various names:

    Delta Force 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D) Army Compartmented Elements (ACE) Combat Applications Group (CAG) Delta Delta operators themselves simply refer to their organization as 'the Unit'.

    Delta Force - Role

    Delta's main mission is counter-terrorism (CT). This includes:

    hostage rescue the capture / elimination of terrorist forces intelligence gathering on terrorist threats Other roles include:

    close protection (guarding VIPs) unconventional warfare Since their inception, Delta have become masters at the dark arts of counter terrorism. The unit's operators are highly skilled in sniping and close quarters combat (CQB), dynamic and covert entry, explosives and hand-to-hand combat. Over the years, Delta have developed a working knowledge of systems on aircraft, trains, ships and vehicles that enables them to intervene and take control of any scenario in any environment. Regular exercises with US and foreign CT units keeps their skill-set and

    knowledge-base up-to-date. A Delta Force team is reportedly on immediate standby to respond to a terrorist threat. Delta's CT role overlaps to some degree with the Navy unit, DEVGRU

    Delta Force - Organization

    Delta Force's structure is similar to the British 22nd Special Air Service Regiment, the unit which inspired Delta's creator, Charles Beckworth. The unit is based a Fort Bragg, NC.

    Delta Force is reportedly organized into 3 Squadrons :

    A Squadron B Squadron C Squadron Each squadron is made up of 3 Troops

    1 x Recce / Sniper Troop 2 x Direct Action / Assault troops Delta is under the command of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) and is considered a 'Tier One' Special Mission Unit (SMU).

    Delta Force - Selection

    Soldiers wishing to join Delta Force must undergo a tough selection process. more info : Delta Force selection

    Aviation Platoon

    It is believed that Delta Force is supported by an Aviation Platoon which operates a small fleet of AH-6 and MH-6 helicopters, some painted in civilian colors. The Aviation Platoon is not to be confused with the 160th SOAR, who also provide helicopter support to Delta Force. The aviation platoon is understood to also fly missions for the CIA.

    Support elements

    Delta are supported by dedicated signalers (radio communications), logistics, medical and intelligence personnel.

    signals squadron support squadron Delta Force - Notable Operations

    Since their inception, Delta Force have been involved in a series of operations.

    more info : Delta Force Operations

    Delta Force - Weapons

    Aside from standard US military weapons, Delta have used a number of specialized firearms.

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