Belgium’s Special Forces
Belgium has sent their top commandos across the globe, from former Zaire to Somalia, from Kosovo to Bosnia. Their field of operation is hardly limited. In order to enlist, a trainee should have at least three years of experience in the military, and preferably as a para-commando.
Their grueling training includes an individual map-reading exercise of more than 100km to be done within 48 hours.
New Zealand’s SAS
Originally known as the Long Range Desert Group during World War 2, the group evolved into the skilled and feared New Zealand SAS. Applicants undergo stressful and tasking conditions to ensure that they truly are the cream of the crop.
The celebrated sand-colored beret is not received until all the necessary navigation, weapon handling, medical and demolition skills have been mastered.