Introductory remarks encompass the historical precedents leading up to the creation of the Soviet Spetznaz forces from WW II experience using partisans. A description of todays current Spetznaz units follows to include: mission, organization, manning, training, weapons, and tactics. The role of special forces and Spetznaz units in modern Soviet doctrine is discussed, as well as, Spetznaz use in conjunction with the Soviet Opertional Maneuver Group. Finally Spetznaz vulnerabilities are discussed, as well as, potential ways to counteract the use of Spetznaz. (Author)


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    Title :

    Soviet Use of Spetznaz Forces


    Contributors:
    D. A. Burtt (author)

    Publication date :

    1986


    Size :

    41 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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