Army Rangers
As with all special operations forces, the U.S. Army Rangers report to the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) when in hostile or war situations. In addition to the Rangers, which consists of one active regiment with three battalions, the U.S. Army Special Operations Command includes Army National guard, civil affairs, psychological operations and chemical reconnaissance groups.
But the Rangers, themselves, are the spearhead of the Army's special operations forces. Ready to deploy by land, air and sea anywhere in the world at a moment's notice, Rangers specialize in rapid infantry assault, night fighting and airfield seizure.
According to the JSOC, the Rangers have taken part in every major combat operation since the end of the Vietnam War. In many cases, they have are supported by the 160th Special Operations Aviations Regiment -- better known as the "Night Stalkers" -- which use state-of-the-art aircraft and equipment to assist all special operations forces from the air.
U.S. Army Special Forces (Airborne) a.k.a. The Green Berets |
