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Special Ops: Journal of the Elite Forces & SWAT Units Vol. 39
various authors ISBN 962-361-129-3
64 pages, 209 color photos
This
book contains these articles:
1)
Chasing the Rainbow in Iraq - 42nd Infantry "Rainbow"
Division - Task Force Liberty
Carl
Schulze, an intrepid combat photojournalist, has prepared this in-depth
article on the 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division operating
in Iraq in OIF III. Uniquely, this division was the first Army National
Guard unit to be given its own Area of Operations in central Iraq.
This extensive feature article provides the reader with all the
information they need about this division, while the photos showcase
a bewildering array of equipment being used. Included are infantrymen
and their personal weapons, M1 Abrams tanks, Bradleys, M113s, M109
howitzers, helicopters, and the usual range of Humvees and trucks.
This is an excellent summary of an ARNG unit in action, as well
as a colourful portrayal of the equipment being used by National
Guard units in Iraq.
2)
Undefeated in Battle - Elite IDF Tzanhamin Paratroopers
Of
any military force in the world, few nations can equal the combat
experience of Israel. And amongst the elite of the IDF are its paratroopers,
also known as "Tzanhanim". This article offers a special
insight into this extraordinary group of soldiers as they train
and patrol in defense of their besieged nation. The text traces
the background and development of the IDF paratroopers, while the
accompanying photos show the typical style and variety of uniforms,
equipment and weapons currently employed in paratroop units. This
article provides a rare inside look at one of Israel's best combat
entities.
3)
Defenders of Berlin - LKA 632: Berlin's Police Special Operations
Department
For
any job that the average Berlin police unit cannot handle, there
is LKA 632, a special operations unit of the capital's police department.
They train to extraordinary high standards so as to be ready for
any eventuality, whether criminal or terrorist. This article offers
a firsthand insight into this small, elite unit, meaning their weapons
and uniforms are on display as personnel are put through their paces.
