Weapon of Choice: The Operations of U.S. Army Special Forces in Afghanistan
Awakening the Giant, Toppling the Taliban, The Fist Campaigns, Development of the WarBy Combat Studies Institute, United States Department of Defense
Length20h 1m
About this audiobook
In 'Weapon of Choice: The Operations of U.S. Army Special Forces in Afghanistan,' readers are presented with a meticulously curated anthology that offers a panoramic view of modern warfare and strategic military operations. This collection showcases a variety of literary styles from analytical essays to detailed military reports, offering a comprehensive insight into the complexities of U.S. Army Special Forces' roles in Afghanistan. The anthology highlights critical operations and tactical maneuvers, underlining the dynamic and adaptive nature of modern warfare within the geopolitical tapestry of the early 21st century. The contributing authors, drawn from the elite echelons of the Combat Studies Institute and the United States Department of Defense, bring an unparalleled depth of practical experience and academic analysis to the collection. Collectively, their backgrounds in military strategy and operations research contribute significantly to our understanding of counterinsurgency and unconventional warfare tactics. This anthology not only aligns with military scholarly pursuits but also serves as a crucial historical document, depicting how theoretical military strategies are executed in real-world scenarios, influencing contemporary military doctrine. 'Weapon of Choice' is an indispensable resource for scholars, military professionals, and enthusiasts of military history. It provides a unique opportunity to engage with the firsthand experiences and strategic analyses of top military thinkers in high-stakes environments. Readers will benefit from the depth of expertise and the broad spectrum of discussions, gaining a richer understanding of both the particularities of U.S. Army Special Forces operations and the broader implications for global military practices. Engaging with this collection promises not just knowledge but a profound appreciation of the intricacies involved in modern combat and strategic deployments.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory, Literary Classics
Length20 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Weapon of Choice: The Operations of U.S. Army Special Forces in Afghanistan
2Acknowledgments
3Introduction
4Chapter 1: Prelude to Terror
5Chapter 2: Awakening the Giant
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6“Subdue Without Fighting”: JPOTF, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida
7Developing the SOF Campaign at SOCCENT, Tampa, Florida
8Top Draft Choices: 10th SFG, Fort Carson, CO, and 7th SFG, Fort Bragg, NC
95th SFG = CJSOTF-North, Fort Campbell, Kentucky
10Standing Up JSOTFs in Tampa and Fort Campbell
11Committed to Middle East Exercises
123rd SFG Prepares for the Horn of Africa at Fort Bragg
13Thinking Ahead: Senior Liaison Officers for Resistance Leaders
14Civil Affairs to Islamabad, Pakistan
15Of Vital Importance: PSYOP
16Site Coordination With the Uzbeks at Karshi Kanabad
17Uncorking the Bottled Airlift
18All Credit Cards Accepted at K2 Gas Station
19Air Campaign and CSAR Go Hand in Hand
20Making Camp Freedom a Fully Operational Base: K2, Uzbekistan
21Northern Air Campaign CSAR = MH-47Es
22Building Camp Freedom at Double Time
23The Universal Morale Booster at K2—Hot Food
24Special Forces: CSAR Personnel Recovery and UW Preparation
25Real Estate and Security at K2
26Task Force Dagger = JSOTF-North at K2
27Hot-Wiring the “Snake”: Rearranging JSOTF-North Communications
28Building the JOC Inside the “Snake”: TF Dagger’s JOC
29Staff “Battle Captain”: The Combat Operations “Pulse Monitor”
30Different Intelligence Concerns for Air Planners
31JSOTF-North Growing Pains at K2
32We Don’t Fail
33DAPs Set the Stage for UW in Afghanistan
34Chapter 3: Toppling the Taliban in Afghanistan 19 October - 7 December 2001
35Jumping Into the Dark: Seizing Rhino, 19 October 2001
36Tactical PSYOP for Rhino
37Showing American Power
38“Look, We Have to Get the Special Forces Teams Into Afghanistan!”
39On Horseback With Dostum
40ODA 595 Begins Bombing Taliban Defenses
41Aerial Resupply From the Receiver
42Aerial Resupply by SOCEUR
43A “Bump” and Missiles in the Abyss
44500 Afghans Can Die, But Not One American Can Be Injured
45AAA = A Bad Night in the Hindu Kush
46Getting a Handle on the Air Threat
47Fostering Faith and Providing Solace
48AAA Payback Time
49Bastogne in Afghanistan
50“Little Birds” of Prey
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