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The operators : inside the world's special forces  Cover Image Book Book

The operators : inside the world's special forces / Mike Ryan.

Ryan, Mike, (author.).

Summary:

"This extraordinary book looks at the role of special forces and the tactics, techniques and training that they require in order to be the best of the best. Numerous units and their operations are also discussed and analysed in great detail, giving a fascinating insight into a part of the military world that is rarely seen."-- from publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781602392151
  • ISBN: 1602392153
  • Physical Description: 224 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm.
  • Publisher: New York, New York : Skyhorse Pub., 2008.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Subject: Special forces (Military science)

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Prince Rupert Library.

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  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Holdable? Status Due Date
Prince Rupert Library 356.16 Ryan (Text) 33294002077469 Adult Non-Fiction Volume hold Available -

Preface 6(2)
Introduction: Special Forces Roles 8(6)
Special Forces: Selection and Training
14(16)
Politically Correct Warfare: The Balkans
30(8)
Special Forces Tactics: Techniques and Procedures
38(10)
Cave Operators: Operators in Afghanistan
48(12)
Nintendo Operators: Action in Iraq
60(26)
Airborne Operators: Hell from Above
86(10)
Global Operators: Special Forces Worldwide
96(110)
Modern Warfare: Future Operators
206(13)
Conclusion: Final Words 219(1)
Abbreviations 220(2)
Index 222


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