U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command, the Naval component to the United States Special Operations Command headquartered in Tampa, Fla., was commissioned April 16, 1987, at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado in San Diego, CA. This link provides a good overview into Naval Special Warfare through the history to the missions

The U.S. Navy's SEA, AIR, LAND (SEAL) Teams are the elite Naval Special Operations unit of the US Navy. SEAL teams are one of the most respected commando forces in the world - they are often cited as the most elite, flexible and highly trained Naval Commando force. Their stealth and clandestine methods of operation allow them to conduct multiple missions against targets that larger forces cannot approach undetected. Under the command of Naval Special Warfare Command at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado in San Diego, CA, SEAL Teams are a naval component to the United States Special Operations Command headquartered in Tampa, FL.

BUD/S - the intense physical and mental conditioning it takes to become a SEAL begins at Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training which is conducted at the Naval Special Warfare Center in San Diego, CA. Candidates must complete a mentally and physically demanding 6-month basic training course, 3 weeks of parachute training and a 15-week advanced training period prior to becoming a SEAL and earning the Trident--the warfare pin insignia of all SEAL operators.

The Naval Special Warfare Foundation was incorporated in 2000 as a National Non-Profit Charitable Corporation. The mission of the NSW Foundation is to provide educational and motivational support, promote health and welfare programs for the Naval Special Warfare Community, and perpetuate the history and heritage of the U.S. Naval Commandos.

Birthplace of the Navy Frogman. The Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is the only museum dedicated solely to preserving the history of the Navy SEALs and their predecessors, including the Underwater Demolition Teams, Naval Combat Demolition Units, Office of Strategic Services Maritime Units and Amphibious Scouts and Raiders. Located in Fort Pierce, Florida - the birthplace of the Navy Frogman - the Museum promotes public education by providing the opportunity to explore the history of the Navy SEALs in an atmosphere of respect and honor.