Learn about Metal Gear's elite special forces unit, UNIT FOX HOUND, formed by Big Boss and later commanded by Roy Campbell.
UNIT FOX HOUND was formed to handle local insurgencies, regional conflicts, and counter-terrorism. They operate as a shadow unit, employed secretly in politically sensitive operations where overt military introduction would be impossible. All members are masters of airborne, underwater, and survival operations, as well as experts in infiltration missions.
The first commander of UNIT FOX HOUND was the legendary soldier Big Boss. Aware of the importance of standard soldiers in guerrilla warfare, he decided to form an elite group of high-tech soldiers after observing the power and efficiency of high-tech weaponry in the Gulf War.
After the "Outer Heaven Revolt", Roy Campbell, who had been second in command, became the commander of UNIT FOX HOUND. He did away with the codename system and began to put his own personal stamp on the unit, adopting even more high-tech equipment, such as spy satellites.
- Understand the unit's role in politically sensitive operations.
- Note the diverse skill set of its members.
- Remember the transition of command from Big Boss to Roy Campbell.
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