Same SEAL ##s involved in Osama Bin Laden operation did Somalia rescue . Somalia operation was latest in long storied naval history . SEAL training is `` the ultimate test for a guy , '' said Chris Heben , a former SEAL with 10 years of experience carrying out missions in Africa , the Middle East and Afghanistan . Navy units have their roots in World War II . Force known for being jack - of - all trades capable .
Same SEAL ##s involved in Osama Bin Laden operation did Somalia rescue . Somalia operation was latest in long storied naval history . Navy units have their roots in World War II . Force known for being jack - of - all trades capable .