FMFRM 3-201. Spetsnaz

Washington: Department of the Navy Headquarters United States Marine Corps, 1991. — 44 p.This publication was written from a number of unclassified sources dealing with one Soviet organization known as SPETSNAZ. The information deals with this organization’s mission, organization, tactics, equipment, and chain of command. The information presented is pertinent in hostilities with forces employing Soviet-style organizations, doctrine, tactics, or techniques. Marine leaders at all levels are encouraged to review this material and to apply the knowledge to Marine operations in the future.Roles and Missions
Historical Background
Tactics
Before War
After War’s Outbreak
Mode of Attack
Operations in Afghanistan
Long-Range Patrolling
Joint Operations with Militia
Convoy Protection
Operations via Minisubmarines
Operations in the Far East
SPETSNAZ Agents
SPETSNAZ Cover
Organization
Personnel
Training
Weapons
Coordination
Deep Reconnaissance Companies
Front Air Assault Brigades
Airborne Divisions
Resuits Justify Cost
Chain of Command
Western Countermeasures
ConclusionsIn addition, posted a brief video on the techniques and exercises of special forces. The total duration is 20 minutes.