SDVT-2

• Origins & Name: SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team TWO (SDVT-2) is a U.S. Navy special operations unit specializing in underwater missions using SEAL Delivery Vehicles (SDVs). It was originally established as SDV Team TWO in 1983. • East Coast Operations: SDVT-2 is based at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, Virginia, and primarily supports operations in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and European theaters. • Clandestine Infiltration: SDV Teams excel at covertly delivering SEALs to hostile or denied areas by using mini-submarines, making them invaluable for stealth reconnaissance and sabotage missions. • SDV Technology: The team operates specially designed submersibles, such as the Mark 8 and Mark 11 SDVs, which are flooded vehicles requiring operators to use scuba gear during missions. • Cold Water Expertise: SDVT-2 specializes in cold water operations, often training in challenging environments such as the North Atlantic and Arctic regions. • World War II Legacy: The concept of the SDV traces back to WWII "frogmen" and Italian human torpedo teams. SDVT-2 carries on this legacy with advanced tactics and equipment. • Collaboration: SDVT-2 frequently trains and conducts operations with allied special forces, including British SBS and Norwegian MJK, to enhance interoperability in maritime special operations. • Role in War on Terror: SDVT-2 has supported numerous classified missions post-9/11, including intelligence gathering, sabotage, and direct action in the Middle East and Africa. • Disestablishment and Reactivation: SDVT-2 was disestablished in 2008 due to shifting operational priorities but was reactivated in 2019, reflecting renewed emphasis on underwater special operations capabilities. • Distinctive Insignia: Members of SDVT-2 wear a unique insignia featuring a trident and SDV, symbolizing their dual role as both SEALs and expert submersible operators.