SFOD-D
Military abbreviation · Military Unit and Organization
| Stands for | 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
SFOD-D stands for 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta, a military unit and organization abbreviation.
US Army special mission unit, better known as Delta Force, specializing in counterterrorism, hostage rescue and high-value target raids under Joint Special Operations Command. It is based in North Carolina.
Example: SFOD-D operators conducted the raid that killed the Islamic State leader in 2019.
Usage notes
Delta was founded in 1977 by Col. Charles Beckwith, modeled partly on the British SAS. The Army has used cover names for it, including Combat Applications Group (CAG) and Army Compartmented Elements. Candidates come mostly from Special Forces and the 75th Ranger Regiment.
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