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United States Naval Special Warfare Command

United States Naval Special Warfare Command
US NSWC insignia.jpg
Naval Special Warfare Command Emblem
Active 16 April 1986 – present
Country  United States of America
Allegiance United States Constitution
Branch Seal of the United States Department of the Navy.svg United States Navy
Type Special operations
Role Unconventional warfare, direct action, counterterrorism, special reconnaissance
Size

10,166 positions authorized:

  • 8,985 military personnel
  • 1,181 civilian personnel
Part of United States Special Operations Command Insignia.svg United States Special Operations Command
Headquarters Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, San Diego, California, U.S.
Engagements

Operation Earnest Will
Operation Prime Chance
Operation Just Cause

Operation Desert Storm
Operation Restore Hope
Operation Gothic Serpent

Operation Uphold Democracy
Operation Enduring Freedom

Operation Iraqi Freedom
Commanders
Current
commander
RADM Timothy Szymanski

10,166 positions authorized:

Operation Earnest Will
Operation Prime Chance
Operation Just Cause

Operation Desert Storm
Operation Restore Hope
Operation Gothic Serpent

Operation Uphold Democracy
Operation Enduring Freedom

The United States Naval Special Warfare Command (NAVSPECWARCOM), also known as NSWC, is the Naval component of United States Special Operations Command, the unified command responsible for overseeing and conducting the nation's special operations and missions.

Originating in the unconventional naval units formed during the Second World War, NSWC was established on April 16, 1986 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado in San Diego, California. Its mission is to provide leadership, doctrinal guidance, resources and oversight to special operations carried out in and littoral environments. NSWC specializes in a broad range of tactical areas, including unconventional warfare, direct action, counterterrorism, special reconnaissance, and personnel recovery.


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