United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is a military organization responsible for overseeing and coordinating elite, highly trained special forces units from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines. Its mission is to conduct specialized operations such as counterterrorism, reconnaissance, direct action, and hostage rescue worldwide. USSOCOM ensures these forces work together effectively, providing strategic, tactical, and logistical support to mission commanders. Established in 1987, it plays a critical role in safeguarding national security through flexible, targeted, and covert military operations beyond conventional armed forces.