1961 – The U.S. Army’s 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces, is activated at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The Special Forces were formed to organize and train guerrilla bands behind enemy lines. President John F. Kennedy, a strong believer in the potential of the Special Forces in counterinsurgency operations, visited the Special Warfare Center at Fort Bragg to review the program and authorized the Special Forces to wear the headgear that became their symbol, the Green Beret. T

5th Special Forces Group Horse Soldiers

Four Vietnam War #Soldiers, including MAJ John J. Duffy, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) will be awarded the #MedalofHonor during a ceremony at the White House on July 5, 2022. Tune in to the #Army platforms for live events on July 5 and 6 to celebrate these heroes! #valor #honor #hero #5thsfg #5thsfgvietnam #SpecialForces #MOH #DOL | U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School