SPECIAL FORCES - SPECIAL UNITS OF RUSSIAN MILITARY INTELLIGENCE

Discover the fascinating history and structure of Spetsnaz, the elite formations of Soviet military intelligence that combined elements of espionage, terror, and broadly understood sabotage and guerrilla actions. This book is a comprehensive source of knowledge about one of the most mysterious and effective special units in history.

• Detailed history of Spetsnaz from its inception to the present day
• Organizational structure of Spetsnaz units, their division and tasks
• Methods of operation of Spetsnaz, including espionage, sabotage, and guerrilla warfare
• Armament and equipment of Spetsnaz, including weapons, vehicles, and specialized equipment
• Combat training of Spetsnaz, including hand-to-hand combat techniques, shooting, and survival
• Role of Spetsnaz in armed conflicts, including Afghanistan and Chechnya

Spetsnaz, or Special Forces, are formations of Soviet and later Russian military intelligence that combined elements of espionage, terror, and broadly understood sabotage and guerrilla actions in their operations. They included clandestine agents, i.e., foreigners recruited by Soviet spies, professional units composed of the best athletes of the USSR - often world record holders or Olympic champions - and units formed from carefully selected and well-trained conscripts.

This book provides a comprehensive account of the history and structure of Spetsnaz, the characteristics of its main components, typical armament and equipment, basic tactics, and murderous combat training. The author, Viktor Suvorov, based on his knowledge and experience, reveals the behind-the-scenes operations of these elite units, which have been shrouded in mystery for years.

Learn what the training of future Spetsnaz commandos looked like, what combat techniques they used, how they coped in extreme conditions, and what tasks they performed in enemy territory. Learn the story of the people who dedicated their lives to serving in Spetsnaz, and find out what made them such effective soldiers.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the military, intelligence, and special services. Thanks to it, you will learn the behind-the-scenes operations of one of the most elite and mysterious special units in history, which for years has aroused fear and respect around the world.