Hello, this might sound like a newbie question but I just want to make sure my understanding is correct. Navy Seals are a part of which military branch exactly? I'm trying to get a more detailed understanding of military structure.
No problem at all, that's why this forum exists! To answer your question, the Navy SEALs are part of the United States Navy. They're a special operations force that conducts missions in maritime and amphibious environments, though they're also trained for operations on land and in the air. The unit's name, SEAL, stands for "SEa, Air, and Land", indicating the diverse environments in which they operate. They tackle a range of missions including direct combat, special reconnaissance, counter-terrorism, and foreign internal defense. It's worth noting that while the Navy SEALs are under the Navy, each branch of the U.S. military has its own special operations forces as well, all of which have distinct roles and missions based on their branch's overall mission and capabilities. Hope this clarifies it for you!
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