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Time of India
a day ago
- General
- Time of India
Inside America's most secretive warriors: Delta Force and SEAL Team 6
When people talk about the most dangerous and secretive military units in the world, two names inevitably come up: Delta Force and SEAL Team 6 . Officially, they go by less dramatic titles — 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D) and the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU) . But inside military circles, they're simply known as Delta and Team 6 . Both are considered Tier 1 special mission units under the U.S. military's Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) . They handle the kinds of missions that rarely make headlines: hostage rescues in hostile territory, hunting down terrorists, and carrying out operations so sensitive even members of Congress might not hear about them. Army Sgt. 1st Class Randall 'Randy' Shughart (left) and Army Master Sgt. Gary Gordon are two of the most celebrated Delta Force operators, honored for their incredible bravery during the Battle of Mogadishu (Oct 3, 1993) Born from different branches, united by mission Delta Force belongs to the U.S. Army . Modeled after the British SAS, it was founded in the late 1970s with a clear purpose — to give the U.S. military a dedicated, ultra-secret counterterrorism force. Their specialties include covert hostage rescues, high-value target raids, and precision assaults deep behind enemy lines. SEAL Team 6, meanwhile, emerged from the U.S. Navy in the aftermath of the 1979 Iran hostage crisis. Originally designed to focus on maritime counterterrorism (ships, oil rigs, coastal threats), it has since evolved into a global strike force capable of executing any mission Delta might handle, but with unique expertise in waterborne and coastal environments. How they operate and why both exist While their missions often overlap, the reason both exist comes down to strategy and flexibility. JSOC wants options. If one unit is deployed, the other can step in. Geography also plays a role — Delta's roots are in land-based operations, while Team 6 retains capabilities better suited to maritime missions, though both are now fully capable of global operations on any terrain. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Chevrolet SUV LTZ: Tecnologia e Conforto LocalPlan Busque agora Undo Both forces are kept separate not just by branch but by culture . Delta's operators often come from Army Special Forces or Rangers , bringing a wide range of experience from conventional warfare and special operations. Team 6 recruits exclusively from within the Navy SEALs , selecting only the most capable and experienced. This difference influences their tactics, personalities, and approaches. An official shot of DEVGRU operators during a training or mission-ready posture, showcasing the elite capabilities of SEAL Team 6 — released by the U.S. Navy in the public domain Missions you've heard about — and some you haven't If the names sound familiar, it's because both units have been behind some of the most historic military operations in recent memory. Delta Force captured Saddam Hussein. SEAL Team 6 killed Osama bin Laden. But those are just the missions the public knows. Most of their work remains in the shadows — fast, violent, and surgical operations where failure isn't an option. They often work alongside the CIA and other intelligence agencies, operating in places where the U.S. technically isn't 'at war.' Who's better? That's not how it works. Inside the military, there's no official answer to which is 'better.' Both are the best at what they do . They exist to complement each other, not compete. Their operators train relentlessly, often pushing the limits of human endurance and skill. Both are said to operate on the mantra of 'quiet professionals.' Live Events In a world where modern warfare increasingly depends on precision and speed, Delta Force and SEAL Team 6 remain the sharpest edges of America's spear — unseen until the moment they strike.
New York Times
11-06-2025
- Politics
- New York Times
Trump Says Army Bases Will Revert to Confederate Names
President Trump, during a speech at Fort Bragg, N.C., said on Tuesday that he would restore the names of all Army bases that were named for Confederate generals but were ordered changed by Congress in the waning days of his first administration. His move skirts the law mandating the removal of Confederate symbols from the military through the same maneuver used to restore the name of Fort Bragg, which was briefly renamed Fort Liberty. In a statement, the Army said it would 'take immediate action' to restore the old names of the bases originally honoring Confederates, but the base names would instead honor other American soldiers with similar names and initials. For example, Fort Eisenhower in Georgia, honoring President Dwight D. Eisenhower — who led the D-Day landings during World War II — would revert to the name Fort Gordon, once honoring John Brown Gordon, the Confederate slave owner and suspected Ku Klux Klan member. This time around, however, the Army said the base would instead honor Master Sgt. Gary Gordon, who fought in the Battle of Mogadishu in Somalia. Mr. Trump, however, contradicted that explanation in his announcement, at one point saying that the Army would be 'restoring' the name of one Army base in Virginia — Fort Gregg-Adams — to 'Fort Robert E. Lee,' previously named for the commander of the Confederate army. The Army said in its statement that the base would be renamed to honor Pvt. Fitz Lee, a member of the all-Black Buffalo Soldiers who was awarded a Medal of Honor after serving in the Spanish-American War. Mr. Trump made the announcement as he took a victory lap for the renaming of the Army installation at Fort Bragg, N.C., which had been originally named for Braxton Bragg, the Confederate general. Fort Bragg was renamed to Fort Liberty after Congress moved to strip the base of its Confederate name in 2020, mandating a new one. 'Can you believe they changed that name in the last administration for a little bit?' Mr. Trump asked, as soldiers in the crowd loudly booed. 'Fort Bragg is in. That's the name. And Fort Bragg it shall always remain. That's never going to be happening again.' Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
