From the LRDG to today's SAS: How much has really changed in special operations warfare?
Since the Second World War, how much is still built on the same skills, instincts and human relationships?
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Special forces Special Forces veterans warn Troubles Bill amendments fail to prevent repeat investigations
Three Special Forces associations warn amendments to the Troubles Bill will leave veterans open to repeat investigations
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Afghanistan Revelation of 97 million new documents to Afghan inquiry 'staggering and worrying'
The inquiry chair warned further delays would be unfair to veterans, serving troops, bereaved Afghan families and the public
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Nato Drone boats, underwater wireless charging and firefly stealth lights tested by Nato special forces
BOMA 26 brought SOF together with companies developing systems ranging from a 46-knot USV to bioluminescent lighting
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Feature The saviour of the SAS: The man who once asked for an axe and four balloons
Lt Col Brian Franks helped shape the SAS during and after the Second World War and Tim Spicer is now shining a light on his story
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Gurkhas Shot at by a Taliban sniper, he only cared for his rifle: The Nims Purja Al Carns fought with
The former Royal Marines colonel reflected on the life of the renowned British-Nepali mountaineer shortly after his body was recovered
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Afghanistan Afghan data breach: MOD's no comment approach won't wash, warns Tan Dhesi
Reported involvement of UK Special Forces in the 2022 leak has led to calls for greater accountability
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Special forces Spec-Ops: Ex-SAS men's lager passes selection on mission to boost veteran community
The brand is built on the values that define SAS selection – resilience, discipline and uncompromising standards
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Special forces Inquiry hears SAS war crime allegations not referred to RMP due to operational concerns
The inquiry is examining whether the SAS had a policy of executing males of fighting age who posed no threat in Afghanistan between 2010-13
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Ukraine Ukraine's Special Operations Forces celebrates 10 years as Kyiv's elite troops
From Snake Island to resistance networks, Ukraine's Special Operations Forces work where intelligence, secrecy and timing matter most
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Special forces Belfast house mural immortalises legendary SAS officer Blair 'Paddy' Mayne
The renowned soldier was one of the founding members of the Special Air Service and was awarded the DSO and three bars - but not the VC
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Special forces MOD settles claim with former SBS operative Ant Middleton over breach of contract
The MOD said the TV personality disclosed sensitive details about his time in the special forces in a podcast episode
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WWII On yer bike! How the Armed Forces' smallest motorcycle assisted spies as well as soldiers
The Second World War Welbike has the distinction of being the smallest motorcycle used by the Armed Forces - and it folds
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Veterans Foxy, Hinett, Kane and Wood take on toxic masculinity and mental health in new TV series
SAS Who Dares Wins' Jason Fox, Royal Marines veteran Aldo Kane, MC recipient Brian Wood and Invictus medalist Karl Hinett took on the ...
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Special forces Bear Grylls passed SAS selection on second try – no mean feat for this demanding course
The 51-year-old served as a Special Air Service reservist for three years – find out what it takes to join this elite unit
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Special forces Delta Force and the SAS: Exploring the bond between the world's most elite soldiers
They both count some of the most highly trained military personnel on the planet – find out why the two units are so closely matched