Naval Special Warfare is a term used to describe the highly specialized military operations carried out by the United States Navy. It primarily encompasses the training, equipment, and deployment of small, elite teams of commandos capable of carrying out complex and dangerous missions. Synonyms for Naval Special Warfare include Special Operations, Special Forces, Elite Troops, Commando Units, and Special Operations Units. These terms are often used interchangeably and refer to highly trained and exceptionally skilled military personnel who are deployed on a variety of missions, from covert operations to combat support and rescue missions. The Naval Special Warfare community remains one of the most effective and efficient units in the U.S. military.