Commandos
Military force unit
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The Commandos, also known as the British Commandos, were formed during the Second World War in June 1940, following a request from Winston Churchill, for special forces that could carry out raids against German-occupied Europe. Wikipedia
Founded: June 1940
Active: 1940–1946
Engagements: Second World War
Notable commanders: Robert Laycock; John Durnford-Slater; Lord Lovat; Ronnie Tod
Part of: Combined Operations
Role: Coastal raiding; Special operations; Light infantry