Uncle Sam's Web-Feet: The Evolution of U.S. Naval Special Warfare

The thesis discusses the evolution of U.S. Naval Special Warfare from its beginnings as a small support force during World War II, to its current status as a multi-faceted, global command. In tracing this lineage, the paper looks at the various ad hoc units that have been combined to form the modern community, and how each of these units has lent its special tactics, weapons, and equipment to help make U.S. Naval special warfare a potent, dynamic force. The thesis also focuses upon the evolution of the various support elements involved in U.S. Naval Special Warfare, and the cooperation between these difference assets required to complete special operations in the maritime environment.

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Science in Defense and Strategic Studies

Level thesis:degree_level

Masters

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Defense and Strategic Studies

Year

2005

Author dc:creator

• Martin, John G.

Contributors dc:contributor

• C. Walton

• Naval Special Warfare
• Navy SEALs
• underwater demolition teams
• special boat teams
• special boat squadrons
• scouts and raiders
• naval construction battalions
• naval combat demolition units
• NSW 21
• Defense and Security Studies

Statement dc:rights

• © John G. Martin

Repository record dc:identifier

https://bearworks.missouristate.edu/theses/1390

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:bearworks.missouristate.edu:theses-2391