1. Delta Force (1st SFOD-D)
The 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D), commonly known as Delta Force, is a premier counterterrorism and hostage rescue unit within the U.S. Army. Established in 1977 by Colonel Charles Beckwith, the unit operates under the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) and is headquartered at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Delta Force’s missions include direct action, special reconnaissance, and operations against high-value targets. Its existence remains unacknowledged by the U.S. government, with details primarily sourced from former members. (britannica.com)
