The Naval Special Warfare Development Group (NSWDG), abbreviated as DEVGRU ("Development Group") [3] [note 1] and unofficially known as SEAL Team Six, [5] [6] is the United States Navy component of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC).

Naval Special Warfare Development Group, otherwise known as 'DEVGRU' or 'SEAL Team 6', is a Counter Terrorism unit administered by US Naval Special Warfare Command. An elite within an elite, the unit is made up of SEALs selected from existing SEAL Teams.

Feb 9, 2022 · The Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU) — formerly known as SEAL Team 6 — is the Navy's dedicated counterterrorism, hostage rescue, and direct-action special missions unit. Created...

Officially known as the United States Naval Special Warfare Development Group or DEVGRU, this tier-one unit is one of the most elite and secretive units within the US Navy Seals. They are also considered the tip of the spear in the Joint Special Operations Command, or JSOC.

Aug 15, 2023 · SEAL Team 6, officially known as the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), emerged in response to a significant military setback. In 1980, Operation Eagle Claw aimed at ending the Iran Hostage Crisis but was marred by a lack of coordination and planning.

Sep 28, 2023 · The Naval Special Warfare Development Group, also known as DEVGRU or SEAL Team 6, is an elite counter-terrorism unit within the U.S. Navy. This team sets itself apart from regular SEAL teams through its stringent selection process and intense training program.

The United States Naval Special Warfare Development Group (NSWDG), or DEVGRU, is a U.S. Navy component of Joint Special Operations Command. It is often referred to as SEAL Team Six, the name of its predecessor which was officially disbanded in 1987.

Mar 11, 2025 · The Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), often referred to as Seal Team 6, officially is tasked with the mission of developing new equipment and tactics for the general Navy SEAL organization, which also includes nine unclassified teams.

Mar 11, 2025 · The Naval Special Warfare Development Group, known as DEVGRU, Task Force Blue, Seal Team 6, or TACDEVRON, has been the tip of the proverbial trident for the US Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). From their inception to its contemporary operations, DEVGRU has evolved into one of the most formidable special mission units in the world.