 Raised in 1985, the DAE is one of the smallest special forces units within the Portuguese Armed Forces.It is responsible for conducting special operations, beach reconnaissance, Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR), maritime counter-terrorism, demolition operations, and other missions in support of Portuguese and NATO armed forces.DAE is very similar to the American DEVGRU and Delta Force and the British Special Boat Service and as a result, trains with them often.