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When I was in the RAF, the 'Rock Apes' (as the RAF Regiment was known) were responsible for air and ground defence of RAF installations. They were also responsible for all small arms training. I have known them to be employed in 'Aid to the Civil Powers' role (including riot squads) , notably in Aden and Cyprus. There used to be 3 types of Squadron, Field infantry, Light Anti-Aircraft and Armoured Car. Some years ago they were all amalgamated with the RAF Fire Service. I have not heard of them as Special Forces in any way.
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