Are Green Berets the Masters of Unconventional Warfare? History says, no (Part I)

In this episode of the Dead Warrior Society Podcast, we take a hard look at the roots of Unconventional Warfare (UW) in the annals of American military history and what it really meant in the post–World War II era and how its legacy has been shaped, stretched, and sometimes distorted over time.

Green Berets have long claimed the title of “masters of UW”, pointing to missions in Vietnam, Afghanistan, and beyond as proof. But does the historical record back that up? Not exactly.

We dive into the complicated and often misunderstood origins of UW, how U.S. policymakers and military leaders viewed it after WWII, and why the story of Special Forces and UW isn't as clear-cut as many would like to believe.

This episode challenges the legend and explores the real story behind the Green Berets’ rise, their true mission in the early days, and how Unconventional Warfare has evolved in theory vs. practice.