HQ USSOCOM

United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, was established on April 16, 1987, in response to the recognized need for unified command and control of U.S. special operations forces. USSOCOM integrates elite units from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps, synchronizing global operations against terrorist threats, unconventional warfare, and other special missions. Over the decades, it has played vital roles in operations such as Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. USSOCOM continues to evolve, focusing on rapid response, innovation, and interagency cooperation to address emerging security challenges worldwide.