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How to Join the Special Air Service is an insight into the selection process for world's most elite fighting force. The roles of the British Army's special forces unit, the 22nd Special Air Service, include counter-terrorism and reconnaissance. The SAS is one of the worlds most renowned and respected special forces regiments. This guide gives a unique insight into what candidates go through during the intense SAS selection process. Includes information about the SAS, how candidates are assessed, what the selection process involves, insider tips on how to pass selection, map reading and compass skils, fitness preparation, getting to know the terrain used for selection, learning to map read competently, finding your way without a compass, clothing and personal protection, mental preparation and preparing for route selection

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Publié par	How2become
Date de parution	21 mai 2010
Nombre de lectures	0
EAN13	9781910202609
Langue	English

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HOW TO JOIN THE SAS

INTRODUCTION AND WELCOME
The Special Air Service is one of the most respected and feared units of all the worldwide military fighting forces. The mystery that surrounds them is both intriguing and fascinating. Only the best get to become a member of this elite fighting force and this unique guide will provide you with an insight into their selection procedure.
If it is your desire to one day become a member of the Special Air Service then the road is a long one, but don’t let this put you off. The SAS soldier never gives up and will succeed at all costs. After all, their motto ‘Who dares wins’ speaks for itself. To become a member of the SAS you must be better than the rest. The only way to achieve this is to work extremely hard and to be determined to achieve your goals. Please ensure that you read the disclaimer contained within this guide before you perform any of the exercises or routines contained with the ‘How to get SAS fit guide.
Finally, we hope that you enjoy the guide and find it as intriguing and enjoyable as we found creating it.
Good luck and best wishes,

The how2become team

INTRODUCTION
THE SPECIAL AIR SERVICE
Shrouded in secrecy, the Special Air Service are the world’s finest of all Special Forces.
Founded by David Stirling, the SAS were the first counterterrorism unit to be invented, and whilst many other Special Forces have copied their tactics, they still remain the unequivocal leaders in their field. This does not mean to say that other Special Forces are incompetent or of no worth, in fact the exact opposite. However, the SAS are, and always will be, the finest Special Operations Unit in the world.
As the war on terror intensifies, so does the professionalism and determination required of the SAS. Always attempting to stay one step ahead of their enemies, the SAS are blind without the use of dependant and reliable intelligence. More recent events only prove the need for such an elite fighting force and the SAS motto ‘Who Dares Wins’ is indicative of their attitude and determination to conquer terrorism.
The SAS’s counterterrorist role was first introduced following the massacre of Israeli athletes in Munich, 1972, during the Olympic Games. The purpose of the Games was to celebrate peace and, for the first ten days, everything went well. However, in the early hours of the 5 th of September, eight Palestinian terrorists succeeded in breaking into the Olympic Village, where they killed two members of the Israeli team and took nine more hostages. In an ensuing battle, all nine Israeli hostages were killed including five of the terrorists and one on duty police officer.
In 1980 the SAS were first witnessed on global television, when they stormed the Iranian Embassy after a large number of people were taken hostage. This was the first time that the general public, and in fact the international community, had witnessed such a fearsome fighting force. For the Government, the vision of the Special Air Service abseiling down the Embassy prior to their insertion was seen as a useful deterrent to any ‘would be’ terrorist or terrorist group.
During the Falklands War in 1982, the SAS were able to demonstrate more of their traditional fighting skills by patrolling the Islands and looting out vital targets. The SAS had landed in the Falkland Islands well before the main fighting force had arrived. This enabled them to feedback vital information to the Commanding Officers who were responsible for the operation. The problem with the Falkland Islands is that it is under cloud for much of the time. This meant that any satellite or overhead reconnaissance mission was unable to pick up a clear indication of what exactly was happening on the ground. The SAS provided this information by careful and planned observation of the islands well before the troops arrived. They were inserted by Sea King helicopters deep into the night before trekking for miles to their target location without any support or protection other than their own weapons. On Pebble Island, the Argentinean Force had placed a number of fighter aircraft, based ready for action, on a small landing strip. The SAS positioned themselves in tiny bunkers overlooking the strip for days on end. They gradually placed demolition charges and explosives on the aircraft in locations that would go undetected by the enemy. Once the battle began, the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm attacked the base and the SAS, at the same time, detonated the charges. This was the first the Argentinean Force knew that they were being attacked.
The above demonstration of skill and bravery by the Special Air Service only reiterates their professionalism. The level of training they receive is astounding, and their fitness, determination and commitment is nothing less than highly commendable.

BADGES AND INSIGNIA
THE WINGED DAGGER
The SAS beret is beige in colour and the famous ‘winged dagger’ badge sits in the middle. The badge, which is found on the beret itself, is comprised of the following three elements: • The sword, which represents Excalibur (the legendary sword of King Arthur). • Two upswept pale blue feathered wings, which are supported by red centres. • At the lower end of the blade is a black scrolled ribbon, which bears the SAS motto ‘Who dares wins’. This is in the same color as the feathered wings.
All of the above are located on a black cloth background, which is attached to the beige beret.
The badge of the SAS

The SAS badge located on the beige beret

THE PARACHUTE WINGS
The parachute or ‘sabre’ wings are worn on the right shoulder by members of the SAS. The wings were said to have been designed by Lieutenant Lewes in around 1941.
The idea for the wings came after he allegedly saw a fresco of an ibis, a large bird with a long curved bill, in an Egyptian hotel.
The SAS Parachute Wings

SAS RANK MARKINGS
The Special Air Service rank markings are the same as for the regular British Army, as follows:

WEAPONS USED BY THE SAS
The type of weapons used by the SAS regiment will very much depend on the assignment or mission they are undertaking. For example, the SAS would not use an H&K MP5 in long-range combat or an AK-47 for the same scenario. Like in sports, the elite exercising sportsman will know the strength and weakness of the tool he is using, and so do the SAS. The following is a list of some of the more common weapons used by the regiment in recent years.
Heckler & Koch G3
The G3 is a very reliable weapon under almost all conditions - small, compact and perfect for close combat. Used by the SAS in Northern Ireland.

WEAPONS USED BY THE SAS
Kalashnikov AK47
This is not the most precise weapon, but this fact is known by all SAS soldiers.

WEAPONS USED BY THE SAS
M16
The Colt M16 is produced in almost the same number as the AK47 but in many different versions. Because of the 5.56 mm ammunition, it is possible for each soldier to carry more rounds. It was supposed to be a self-cleaning weapon, but it was not. It was used by the SAS in Borneo 1963-66, Aden 1964-67, Oman 1970-76 and the Falkland Islands 1982.

WEAPONS USED BY THE SAS
SA80
The SA80 is not a great weapon, although it is the predominant weapon used by the British Army. There is a tendency for the magazine to fall off and the shaft can break. The SA80 is used by the SAS on some occasions, but they are acutely aware of the weapon’s weaknesses.

SIG Sauer P226
This pistol measures 7.7 inches overall and weighs approximately 29 ounces. It is one of the most compact of the high-capacity 9mm automatics, being similar in size to the Colt Commander, albeit a little wider.
The P226 has one of the most compact, comfortable handles of any 9mm featuring a double-column magazine. The frame has no rear strap, and the black plastic grips are of the wrap-around type. The front strap is serrated, and the front of the trigger guard is squared and serrated for those who favour a “finger-forward” two-hand hold.

THE HISTORY OF THE SAS
The Special Air Service was originally founded by Lieutenant David Stirling during World War II.
The initial purpose of the regiment was to be a long-range desert patrol group required to conduct raids and sabotage operations far behind enemy lines. Lieutenant Stirling was a member of Number 8 Commando and he specifically looked for recruits who were both talented and individual specialists in their field and who also had initiative.
The first mission of the SAS turned out to be a disaster. They were operating in support of Field Marshal Claude Auchinleck’s attack in November 1941, but only 22 out of 62 SAS troopers deployed reached the rendezvous point. However, Stirling still managed to organise another attack against the German airfields at Aqedabia, Site and Agheila, which successfully destroyed 61 enemy aircraft without a single casualty.
After that, the 1st SAS earned regimental status and Stirling’s brother Bill begun to arrange a second regiment called Number 2 SAS.
It was during the desert war that they performed a number of successful insertion missions and destroyed many aircraft and fuel depots in the process. Their success contributed towards Hitler issuing his Kommandobefehl order to execute all captured Commandos.
The Germans then stepped up security and as a result the SAS changed their tactics. They used jeeps armed with Vickers K machine guns and used tracer ammunition to ignite fuel and aircraft.
When the Italians captured David Stirling, he ended up in Colditz castle as a prisoner of war for th