Why Didn't Armies Use "Special Forces" in the 18th Century?
January 24, 2025
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If there is any one part of the military that we civilians love to obsess over, it’s the Special Forces. From Green Berets to the SAS, they’re typically small elite teams that specialise in infiltrating behind enemy lines to conduct high risk, high security operations that require a highly specific set of skills. From rescuing a hostage to blowing up a bridge, they’re the best of the best! But then, if these kinds of units are so important in modern military operations, why don’t we hear about them more throughout history? Did they even exist prior to the 20th Century? And, if not, why not?
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~~Timestamps~~
What Are Special Forces? 00:00
Did They Exist in the 18th Century? 00:49
Sponsored Message 01:56
But What About...? 04:34
Why Not Use them? 13:15
Conclusion 20:34
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