Mark Hosier

The Special Operations Support Command (SOSC) was established to provide dedicated logistics, intelligence, and operational support to U.S. Army Special Operations Forces. Activated in the late 20th century, the unit played a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness of special operations worldwide by ensuring rapid, flexible, and specialized support. SOSC personnel deployed alongside elite units during major conflicts such as Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, enabling sustained special operations missions in complex environments. Over time, the command underwent structural changes to better integrate with evolving special operations requirements, eventually becoming part of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command's support structure.

The 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), or 10th SFGA, was activated in 1952 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, as the first Special Forces unit of the U.S. Army. Initially focused on operations behind enemy lines in Europe during the Cold War, the group was later stationed in Bad Tölz, Germany, and Fort Carson, Colorado. The 10th SFGA has participated in numerous operations, including missions in the Balkans, Iraq, and Afghanistan, specializing in unconventional warfare, counterterrorism, and foreign internal defense. Renowned for its versatility and effectiveness, the 10th SFGA remains a key component of U.S. Army Special Operations Command.