Special Operations (SO) encompass the use of small units in direct or indirect military actions focused on strategic or operational objectives. They require units with combinations of trained specialized personnel, equipment, and tactics that exceed the routine capabilities of conventional military forces.

What is the difference between SOF and SF?

In the United States, the term special forces often refers specifically to the U.S. Army’s Special Forces, while the term special operations forces (SOF) is used more broadly for these types of units.

What does special ops training mean?

Special operations (S.O.) are military activities conducted by “specially designated, organized, selected, trained, and equipped forces using unconventional techniques and modes of employment,” according to NATO.