" Black Hawk Down " is a war genre film launched by Columbia Pictures in 2001. The film is adapted from the novel of the same name " Black Hawk Down ". The US Army engaged in a protracted street battle with the Somali armed militia due to intelligence errors. This was only carried out by a total of about 150 people from the Army Rangers and Delta Force and some SEALs within 1 hour. The small task, which was unexpectedly attacked by the local army, turned into a story of a 15-hour beast fight.
The movie "Black Hawk Down" "Delta" special forces
The film is adapted from a true story, which took place on October 3, 1993, in the capital of the politically volatile African country Somalia : Mogadi Sha, a special operations team consisting of 120 special operations elites from the US Army's Delta Force and Ranger Force , was tasked with going deep into Mogadishu. Two senior generals of the government.
Movie "Black Hawk Down" Ranger unit
happened unexpectedly, and the U.S. military was surrounded by ill-prepared and wrong intelligence. To make matters worse, two Black Hawk helicopters transporting US troops were shot down by the Somali army, and a secret mission originally planned to be completed in one hour turned into a war incident. All the officers and soldiers on one of the Black Hawks died on the spot, and the driver of the other Black Hawk fell into the area controlled by the Somali army. Isolated on the streets of Mogadishu, the U.S. military is anxiously waiting for rescue troops, while trying to find a way to rescue the teammates on the Black Hawk.
The movie "Black Hawk Down" RPG shoots down the Black Hawk helicopter
The night is gradually coming. In a hostile city, this squad of U.S. troops is like a lone boat in a precarious situation, ready to encounter disaster at any time. The U.S. commando, which numbered less than 100 people, had to confront the fierce attack of more than 5,000 Somali soldiers. In a tense situation with a difference of 50 times in number and firepower, an inevitable battle began. They fought fiercely with the Somali army. As a result, 19 American soldiers were killed, 73 wounded, and hundreds of Somali soldiers were killed. A mountain of shells scattered on the battlefield.
1. "Delta" Special Forces
The Delta Force in the movie "Black Hawk Down"
In 1977, after the Carter government came to power, it set out to form a special anti-terrorist force specially designed to deal with terrorist incidents. The commander of Army Special Operations at the time, Gen. Jamin Rodgersky, entrusted the task to Colonel Charles Beckwith , who was then the commander of the Fort Bragg Training Command.
The "Delta" force has played an active role in counter-terrorism operations since its formation. In the 1980s, the scale and combat strength of the "Delta" force continued to increase, and it cooperated with the special forces of various countries, such as the British SAS, Germany's GSG9, Israel's General Staff Reconnaissance Brigade, Australia's SAS, and Italy's GIS. Close partnership with extensive cooperation in training and operations. In 1982, they provided technical assistance for the Italian special forces to rescue American General Dozier who was kidnapped by the terrorist organization " Red Brigade "; Younis, the terrorist in the airliner incident; also participated in the security of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics and the 1988 Seven West Summit. Delta and CIA also helped Poland set up the GROM special departmentAt the beginning of GROM's establishment, it was mainly trained by Delta team members. The first sniper instructor of GROM was Larry Freedman, a retired Delta team member. Later, Freedman died in Somalia. In order to commemorate him, GROM named a road in the base after him. . There is indeed a special force called "Delta Force", but for some political reasons, this force is not officially recognized by the U.S. military. Therefore, when the multiple forces involved in the Delta Force operate at the same time, other forces Most of the members of the "Delta Force" are called "D-boy".
2. Ranger unit
Ranger (also known as commando or special strike team) is an elite force with a long history and powerful force. It has a glorious history and excellent traditions. With fearless spirit and perseverance, he has performed the role of the world policeman in various places and won international recognition and praise. The Ranger belongs to the light infantry . It can use various vehicles to quickly enter the theater to perform tasks. Therefore, the Ranger often completes the task before other special forces arrive. Just like the motto "Ranger, be a pioneer" that represents the spirit of the Rangers, and the earth-colored beret embroidered with the word RANGER and the ribbon-shaped armbands, they have always been symbols of the honor and dignity of the Rangers.
US Rangers (data map)
Rangers (data map)
Rangers are the strongest light infantry in the United States, and can be quickly deployed around the world to deal with international situations. There will be a battalion round every month as a "Ranger Reserve", which must be kept ready at all times. In the event of an international situation, the Ranger Reserve should arrive at the location and complete combat readiness within 18 hours.
In the future of the 21st century, various terrorist acts and ethnic conflicts will continue to break out. As the pioneers of the international police, the Rangers are still ready to go to foreign countries to fight. Regardless of whether the war is successful or not, the phrase "Rangers, lead the way!" will always be buried in the hearts of every Ranger team member.
