Special operations need ‘PhDs who can win a bar fight,’ SOCOM commander says
The head of US Special Operations Command recently spoke about the importance of expertise in new technologies for special operators. This expertise is considered as crucial as physical fitness and other fighting aspects. The commander referenced a quote from Army Maj.
Gen. William Joseph Donovan, emphasizing the need for individuals who are both highly educated and capable in combat. Special operators are expected to possess a range of skills, including technical fluency and proficiency in basic combat skills, according to the commander's statement, with further details available from the source.
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