日志
美國海軍海豹部隊 （United States Navy Sea, Air and Land，SEAL）
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要成為一個海豹部隊成員並不容易，甄選者必須得先通過基本水中爆破訓練(Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL school, BUD/S)以及專業的海豹資格訓練(SEAL Qualification Training, SQT)，最後才能佩帶與顯示海豹部隊的佩章，也就是海豹三叉(佩章圖示)，這枚佩章已經不僅僅是代表整個海豹部隊，間接也成為廣為容易辨識美國特戰部隊的佩章之一。海豹部隊為了與支持他們的單位相吻合，成員們須穿著BDU(Battle Dress Uniform)戰鬥服的修改版本。在海豹部隊參與越戰時期，穿著的是类似老虎斑纹的迷彩服，当隊員們易服執行的巡邏任務时，經常穿著與平民們一样的藍色牛仔褲、「珊瑚」運動鞋。
一個工作單位的核心包括狙擊手、破壞者、溝通者、航海工程師、醫護兵、密接支援、領航員、主要載具駕駛、重型武器操作兵、機密地點開發人、空中作戰士官、攀爬領導人、導航駕駛、審訊人員、爆裂物處理人員、技術監督、進階特殊作戰。
至2006年為止，有八支海豹認證隊伍，原本的海豹部隊分為位於西海岸的海豹第一隊伍，以及位於東海岸的海豹第二隊伍，而目前現役的海豹部隊則是分為8支隊伍，包括第1、2、3、4、5、7、8、10隊伍，這些隊伍部署為海軍特戰分遣艦隊，每一支隊伍都可以任意在世界各地部署，每一支隊伍都由一名海軍中校 (O-5)下令，每個隊伍還有一些海豹部隊作戰排以及一個總部。1987年，海豹部隊第六小隊正式命名為「海軍特戰開發團」(DEVGRU)，但是還是有許多人稱呼為海豹六隊，海豹第2、4、8、10隊伍駐紮於維吉尼亞州維吉尼亞海灘上的Little Creek海軍兩棲基地。
「在戰爭或是非戰爭時期，將會有一類特種士兵準備聽令國家指揮，而一個平凡的人將會以不平凡的想法成功。他在逆境中鍛鍊，他與美國傑出的特種部隊同一邊，為美國、為美國人民服務，並且捍衛他們的生命！而我就是那一個人。」
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In times of war or uncertainty there is a special breed of warrior ready to answer our Nation's call. A common man with uncommon desire to succeed. Forged by adversity, he stands alongside America's finest special operations forces to serve his country, the American people, and protect their way of life. I am that man. |
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「我的海豹三叉是忠誠以及命運的象徵，也代表著我是被以前的英雄所賦予，而且包含著唯一的真相就是我必須誓死捍衛。當我帶上了海豹三叉佩章時，我也同時接受了這樣的使命並且將它作為我一生的職業。這樣的殊榮是我每天必須努力爭取的。」
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My Trident is a symbol of honor and heritage. Bestowed upon me by the heroes that have gone before, it embodies the trust of those I have sworn to protect. By wearing the Trident I accept the responsibility of my chosen profession and way of life. It is a privilege that I must earn every day. |
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「我對於國家以及隊伍的忠誠遠深於責斥，我則是要捍衛同國家的美國人民，尤其是那些無法保護自己的人。我並沒有替我職業的本質打廣告，也沒有尋找我行動的認證，我自願接受這樣危險的工作作為我的職業，我必須視其他人的幸福與安全比自己重要。」
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My loyalty to Country and Team is beyond reproach. I humbly serve as a guardian to my fellow Americans always ready to defend those who are unable to defend themselves. I do not advertise the nature of my work, nor seek recognition for my actions. I voluntarily accept the inherent hazards of my profession, placing the welfare and security of others before my own. |
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「不論是否在戰爭時期，我始終保持忠誠之心。我的情緒以及動作的控制能力，不論在任何情況下，都能區分我與其他人的不同。堅定的正直之心是我的標準原則，我的角色以及忠誠是至死不渝，我所說的字就是我的保證。」
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I serve with honor on and off the battlefield. The ability to control my emotions and my actions, regardless of circumstance, sets me apart from other men. Uncompromising integrity is my standard. My character and honor are steadfast. My word is my bond. |
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「我們期望能夠領導隊伍或著被領導，在缺乏命令的情況下，我將會掌管隊伍、領導隊友完成任務，在各種情況下我將會照著例子執行任務。」
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We expect to lead and be led. In the absence of orders I will take charge, lead my teammates and accomplish the mission. I lead by example in all situations. |
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「我將永遠不離棄，在逆境當中堅持自我並且逐漸茁壯，我的國家期待我能比敵人不論是生理上或是心理上都能夠更加健壯，如果我被擊倒了，我將會尋求支援。我將會用我剩餘少量的體力保護隊友並且完成任務。戰爭當中絕對少不了我。」
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I will never quit. I persevere and thrive on adversity. My Nation expects me to be physically harder and mentally stronger than my enemies. If knocked down, I will get back up, every time. I will draw on every remaining ounce of strength to protect my teammates and to accomplish our mission. I am never out of the fight. |
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「我們要求遵循紀律，我們期盼任何革新。隊友的性命以及任務的成否將依賴在我身上－我的專業技能、戰術熟練度，以及我對於詳情的注意。我的訓練從來沒有停止過。」
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We demand discipline. We expect innovation. The lives of my teammates and the success of our mission depend on me - my technical skill, tactical proficiency, and attention to detail. My training is never complete. |
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「我們為戰爭而訓練、為勝利而爭鬥。我將會為了完成任務以及國家確立的目標，帶來滿滿的戰鬥能力準備征戰。當我所捍衛的道德所引導的命令下令時，我將會快速並且猛烈的完成我的責任。」
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We train for war and fight to win. I stand ready to bring the full spectrum of combat power to bear in order to achieve my mission and the goals established by my country. The execution of my duties will be swift and violent when required yet guided by the very principles that I serve to defend. |
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「一個勇敢的戰士在戰鬥時喪生時，將會建立起驕傲的傳統並且讓我義務維持的名生產生敬畏。在最壞的情況下，隊友所遺留下的信念，將會增強我的決心並且隱隱的指引我完成每一個行動，我不會失敗的。」
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Brave men have fought and died building the proud tradition and feared reputation that I am bound to uphold. In the worst of conditions, the legacy of my teammates steadies my resolve and silently guides my every deed. I will not fail. |
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Loyalty to Country, Team and Teammate Serve with Honor and Integrity On and Off the Battlefield, Ready to Lead, Ready to Follow, Never Quit, Take responsibility for your actions and the actions of your teammates, Excel as Warriors through Discipline and Innovation, Train for War, Fight to Win, Defeat our Nation's Enemies, Earn your Trident everyday. |
