Polish Special Forces Training Guinean Snipers
Channel: Sniperology
Date: 2023-03-31

With help from Polish Special Forces soldiers, Guinean Special Forces soldiers conduct weapons range training for sniper rifle skills during FLINTLOCK 20 in Nouakchott, Mauritania, February 17, 2020. Flintlock is U.S. Africa Command’s premier and largest annual Special Operations Forces exercise. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Parker)

The Guinean Special Forces, also known as the Forces Spéciales de Guinée (FSG), is a specialized unit within the Guinean Armed Forces that is trained to carry out high-risk operations, including counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and VIP protection.

The FSG was established in 2000 and is comprised of several specialized units, including a commando unit, a paratrooper unit, and a sniper unit. The FSG is known for its rigorous selection and training process, which includes physical fitness tests, marksmanship tests, and specialized training in close-quarters combat and urban warfare.

The FSG has played a key role in several major military operations in Guinea, including the suppression of a coup attempt in 2011 and the provision of security during the 2015 presidential elections. The FSG has also conducted joint training exercises with other special forces units from around the world, including the United States and France.

Despite its relatively small size, the FSG is considered one of the most capable special forces units in West Africa, and is recognized for its professionalism, discipline, and effectiveness in carrying out a wide range of high-risk operations.