Reading Time: 7 minutesIf you’ve ever researched the Green Berets, Army Special Forces, Civil Affairs, or Psychological Operations, you’ve probably come across the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS). Most people simply call it the Army Special Warfare Center or SWCS. While many people know the Green Berets conduct some of the toughest … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you have been following along, you know that in the latest posts here on Part Time Commander, I have been writing about the various Special Forces team members and their MOS. As I have said, an individual who decides to enter Special Forces training does not have the choice as to which MOS they … Read more
Reading Time: 11 minutesToday, I want to take a closer look at one specific job: the Army 18E MOS, also known as the Special Forces Communications Sergeant. This is a key role in any Special Forces team, and I’ll break down the job, its duties, the training required, and some career opportunities that come with it. A lot … Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutesI have been writing posts about the various military occupational specialties in the Army Special Forces. Every member of a Special forces team has a specific skill that is used to have a finely manufactured Special Forces squad. In today’s post, we are going to take a look at the Army 18D MOS: Special Forces … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesI have been writing several posts on positions within Army Special Forces. Each and every member of a Special Forces team has a primary job which is known as their Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). In today’s post, we will look at the Army 18C MOS: Special Forces Engineer. I will give a brief description of … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesWithin any Army Special Forces unit are a group of soldiers, each one specialized in an area that will benefit the whole. We will examine one of those Special Forces specialties in today’s post. This post is all about Army 18B MOS: Special Forces Weapon Sergeant. I will give you a basic description of this … Read more
Reading Time: 8 minutesLet’s take a few minutes to discuss the Army 180A Warrant Officer. When most people think about Army Special Forces, they picture the Green Berets conducting unconventional warfare missions around the world. While every member of an Operational Detachment Alpha (ODA) plays a vital role, one position often flies under the radar—the Army 180A Warrant … Read more
Reading Time: 12 minutesLet’s take a moment and cover the Army Special Forces Q Course. I have always believed that the United States military has the finest fighting force in the world. Within that force, however, there is a small group of Soldiers who operate at an entirely different level. These are the men who earn the coveted … Read more
Reading Time: 6 minutesYes, there are Special Force units in the Army National Guard. These units have been highly utilized in the War on Terror, and have been deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan. High level military officials have praised the work of National Guard Special Forces in all their accomplishments in the Middle East. In today’s post, … Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutesColonel Robert Howard might just be the most decorated Green Beret you’ve never heard of before. Throughout American military history, a handful of Soldiers have earned legendary status because of their courage, leadership, and willingness to put themselves in harm’s way for others. One of those men is Colonel Robert Howard. If you’ve never heard … Read more