Forces group is â multipurpose force which, by organization, flexible command arrangements, tailored logistical and fiscal procedures, and highly trained personnel, can address a variety of mis- sions. As the repository of expertise within the Army for unconventional warfare (UW), Spe- cial Forces must be constantly prepared to as- sume missions of this nature during any intensity of conflict. Since the option for unconventional warfare is selective, Special Forces are able to employ these highly trained assets on other ap- propriate and varied missions which contribute to the accomplishment of the overall mission of the Army. 5. The U.S. Army Special Forces Group Special Forces groups are the major TOE units Section III. SPECIAL FORCES 1—6. Mission a. The mission of the US Army Special Forces is to— (1) Plan and conduct Unconventional war- fare operations.
DesignationFM 31-21
EditionFeb 1969
StatusSuperseded
Pages142
FunctionSmall Unit Tactics
CollectionHistoric
Public domain (U.S. Government work)