by Mark Divine
The "Navy SEALs Handbook" by Mark Divine (CEO NavySEALs.com) offers a history of the SEALs, as well as information on equipment, weapons, and training. Learn about the origin of the SEALs as a group of volunteers from the Naval Construction Battalions (SeaBees) who were tasked with reconnoitering and clearing beach obstacles for troops going ashore during amphibious landings of WWII. Find out why the SEAL's legendary exploits and awesome combat effectiveness led them to be feared as "Devils with Green Faces" by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam Conflict.
Are you interested in becoming a SEAL? Learn about the three phases of the SEAL training program known as Basic Underwater Demolition Training, or BUD/S. Read author Mark Divine's personal account of the infamous "Hell Week." Also included are chapters with information on general requirements, fitness standards, career options, benefits and much more.
*Includes an introduction to the U.S. Army Special Forces and Rangers.
Format: Paperback, 6 x 9 in, 238pp
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