Introduction The Evolution of British Forces in Low-Intensity Conflict British Special Forces in Low-Intensity Conflict The Evolution and Role of British Special Forces The Iranian Embassy Siege - London 30 April - 5 May 1980 The Evolution of American Forces in Low-Intensity Conflict American Special Forces The Evolution and Role of American Special Forces Operation Eagle Claw--Delta's Raid into Iran Considerations and Conclusions Final Considerations Conclusions Appendix 1: Total Anti-U.S. Attacks, 1999 Appendix 2: Total International Terrorist Attacks, 1979-99 Appendix 3: Total International Attacks by Region, 1993-99 Appendix 4: Pattern of Revolutionary Warfare: Sequence of Insurgent Action Bibliography Index
Investigates the role that international cooperation plays in assisting elite military forces engaged in counter-terrorist operations, particularly hostage rescue efforts.
J. PAUL DE B. TAILLON is an Adjunct Professor for War Studies at the Royal Military College (RMC), Kingston Ontario./e He has lectured on security and intelligence issues at the Canadian Forces Command and Staff College, the Advanced Military Studies Course (AMSC), and the National Security Studies Course (NSSC) in Toronto. He works as an analyst in the national security and intelligence field.
?[a]n outstanding book that belongs on all senior leaders' reading
lists and should be used as a teaching tool throughout the
Services.?-Marine Corps Gazette
?Along with the history of the respective Special Forces
establishments, Taillon identifies principals of unconventional
warfare, which will be useful to scholars in the field.?-Military
review
?Paul Taillon's book is an excellent primer for those seeking to
penetrate the mystique and secrecy surrounding Special Forces. It
provides a better understanding of the facts behind how they
evolved into their counter-terrorist roles. It highlights the
challenges they continue to face in remaining an effective option
for government to call upon to resolve terrorist incidents. It is a
timely read, given that the Special Forces are now more than ever
facing renewed challenges in the developing global war against
terrorism.?-Canadian Military Journal
?This work is a treasure for the student of counter-terrorism and a
valuable resource for the specialist.?-The Journal of Military
History
"Ýa¨n outstanding book that belongs on all senior leaders' reading
lists and should be used as a teaching tool throughout the
Services."-Marine Corps Gazette
"[a]n outstanding book that belongs on all senior leaders' reading
lists and should be used as a teaching tool throughout the
Services."-Marine Corps Gazette
"Along with the history of the respective Special Forces
establishments, Taillon identifies principals of unconventional
warfare, which will be useful to scholars in the field."-Military
review
"This work is a treasure for the student of counter-terrorism and a
valuable resource for the specialist."-The Journal of Military
History
"Paul Taillon's book is an excellent primer for those seeking to
penetrate the mystique and secrecy surrounding Special Forces. It
provides a better understanding of the facts behind how they
evolved into their counter-terrorist roles. It highlights the
challenges they continue to face in remaining an effective option
for government to call upon to resolve terrorist incidents. It is a
timely read, given that the Special Forces are now more than ever
facing renewed challenges in the developing global war against
terrorism."-Canadian Military Journal
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