Top 14 Books About Delta Force Updated 04 /2024

The Special Forces are often shrouded in mystery because they are so covert. Most of the time, the operations of the Special Forces are kept secret.

Take a look at these best-selling books to find out what the world's best soldiers do. They will show you what they do.

Eagle Down

During the Afghan war, Jessica Donati wrote "Eagle Down: The Last Special Forces Fighting the Forever War." This is a great book about U.S. Special Forces on the front lines.

It will take you on a roller coaster ride to war-torn Afghanistan, where the Taliban and Islamic State are trying to take over the government and make it their own. In the way of them is the Special Forces, who are trying to keep the country from falling apart.

The book doesn't hold back.

Donati, a national security reporter for the Wall Street Journal, writes in a brutally honest but deeply caring way. For people who read this, her story about the Special Forces and the impossible choices that made them do what they had to do are very relatable.

She does a great job of highlighting the soldiers' frustrations and fears, as well as the toll that fighting takes on their families.

As we get to know the Special Forces, we can see their triumphs, their sacrifices, and the tragedies they have to deal with.

You must read "Eagle Down," which is a powerful book about bravery and tragedy, if you want to learn more about the Special Forces!

Alone at Dawn

"Alone at Dawn: Medal of Honor Recipient John Chapman and the Untold Story of the World's Deadliest Special Operations Force" is by Dan Schilling and Lori Longfritz. It tells the story of an extraordinary soldier who made a stand during the Afghanistan War.

There is a book about John Chapman, an Air Force soldier who was the first Medal of Honor winner for his country since Vietnam.

He gave up his life and saved twenty-three of his friends during the Afghanistan war.

In "Alone at Dawn," there is just the right mix of military history and wartime drama. Firsthand accounts and interviews, as well as classified documents and video footage, are used in the book.

It is a best-seller on the New York Times. Schilling and Chapman's sister write it together.

The book also gives an inside look at the work of Air Force Combat Controllers, a group of exceptional warriors who work hard to keep the United States safe and free.

Make sure to put this on your shelf of Special Forces books because it is both poignant and evocative.

The Operator

When Robert O'Neill wrote "The Operator: Firing the Shots that Killed Osama bin Laden and My Years as a SEAL Team Warrior," it was very exciting and vivid. It was also very short.

The book details O’Neill’s experience as SEAL Team Operator in Iraq and Afghanistan.

"The Operator" is a gripping look at some of the most important events in modern American military history. It shows how Marcus Luttrell and Captain Richard Phillips were rescued, and then how Osama bin Laden was killed.

O'Neill writes a page-turning story that perfectly balances personal, technical, and military aspects. His style is fun and witty.

They are brought to life with frank and graphic details but in simple language so you won't have a hard time understanding.

That's not all: The book also gives an interesting look at military special forces and how they train, as well as the sacrifices they make in order to join this elite group.

"The Operator" should be at the top of your list of the best first-person books about war.

Chosen Soldier

Green Berets are the most versatile group of unconventional warriors in the world. Dick Couch's "Chosen Soldier: The Making of a Special Forces Warrior" is an in-depth look at what it takes to be a Green Beret, the world's best.

The book tells the story of a group of soldiers as they go through the physically and mentally difficult Q-Course training.

People who want to join the Special Forces have to go through a lot of technical training and take a lot of difficult language classes to do so.

You'll see how a Green Beret learns to get operational intelligence and talk with insurgents who are hostile to the United States. To become an elite soldier, the book will show you what it takes to go through grueling field exercises and simulated battles that are very hard to win.

Couch has been in the Special Forces for a long time, which gives the book credibility and a unique perspective that other authors can't get.

"Chosen Soldier" is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the United States military or the Special Forces in general.

Special Operations Mental Toughness

There is a tactical guide called "Special Operations Mental Toughness: The Invincible Mindset of Delta Force Operators, Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and Other Elite Warriors!" by Lawrence Colebrooke. This book will show you how to become an elite fighter.

The book is meant to help you think like a warrior and have the willpower to do what you want.

It shows you how to improve your mental strength, control your fear and anxiety, and build up your confidence – changing how you think about different parts of your personal and professional life.

Other topics that are covered:

an introduction to the selection of Special Operations

The Navy SEAL seven pillar method

The "whole person" approach to personal growth.

The "deliberate practice" is the key to becoming a great Special Operator.

"Special Operations Mental Toughness" also includes real-life combat stories and anecdotes, which help show how Colebrooke's tactics and techniques work.

It's a quick and easy read, and it's a great resource if you want to learn how to have a winning mindset in all areas of your life.

Death in the Highlands

In Death in the Highlands: The Siege of Special Forces Camp Plei Me by J. Keith Saliba, he tells the story of a major battle in the Vietnam War.

The attack on Plei Me Camp in October of 1965 is seen as the real start of the U.S. War in Vietnam.

Twelve Green Berets and a few Montagnards fought for their lives against a whole regiment of the North Vietnamese Army in the book.

It is very well-researched and based on interviews with Camp Plei Me combat veterans from both sides.

Saliba writes in a clear and precise way. She weaves a gripping story that will put you right on the battlefield. The book reads like a thriller, but all of the events it talks about are true.

To start learning about the Vietnam War, you should read "Death in the Highlands." This book will help you get a better sense of what happened in that country.

If you are already a good reader, you might find out about another side of American military history through this book.

Legend

When Sergeant Roy Benavidez went to rescue a Special Forces team that had been caught behind enemy lines, he did something that made him a real hero. Eric Blehm tells this story in his book Legend: The Incredible Story of Green Beret Sergeant Roy Benavidez.

The book is based on the true story of Roy Benavidez and the U.S. Army's 240th Assault Helicopter Company as they tried to save a group of Special Forces who were stuck in hostile territory during the Vietnam War.

It is based on never-before-seen accounts of family members, eyewitnesses, and recently declassified military records. It is honest and realistic.

In the story, we get a more detailed look at the combat missions. It fills in the gaps and paints a more vivid picture.

Blehm talks about Benevidez's life and work, until he was given the Congressional Medal of Honor.

In this way, he gives us valuable information about the courage and bravery of many people who were not well-known during the war.

Kandahar: "The Story of a Fight against All Odds" is the story of Special Forces soldiers fighting in Afghanistan. It's a raw and fascinating look at what it's like to be a member of the elite group.

There is a lot of action in the book about how the Green Berets fight against the Taliban, who want to take over Afghanistan.

It doesn't make a big deal out of war or heroic acts. There is no tactical battle in this book. Instead, it talks about a modern Special Forces mission that took place today.

Bradley and Maurer show how important it is to have a group of people who are very good at what they do in order to win the fight.

Book: It also shows how Special Forces teams work every day and how they build relationships with the people in the countries they serve. This dispels the myth that special ops warriors are supermen.
 

Lions of Kandahar

is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the harsh realities of the Afghan war.

This is how it goes: The Mission, the Men, and Me

“The Mission, the Men, and Me 

Pete Blaber is a former Delta Force commander, and he tells his story in a book called "Lessons from a Former Delta Force Commander."

 

Blader and his team did important things, like destroying the most important Al Qaeda unit, which helped bring down Saddam Hussein's regime in Iraq.

In the book, he talks about how he spent a long time in the Special Forces and how he learned a lot about war and how to fight.

Blader talks about how to be a good leader in simple and easy-to-understand terms. You will also be able to see the missions he did that had never been shown before.

It gives a good picture of what it's like to be a Delta Force Operator, from the physical and psychological training that is required, to how to deal with insurgents from all over the world.

With personal stories mixed in with chaotic modern warfare, this is a military book that you should read.

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