Special forces emerged in the early 20th century, with a significant growth in the field during the Second World War, when every major army involved in the fighting created formations devoted to special operations behind enemy lines.
11 photos: John Kasich's political career. Ohio Gov. John Kasich speaks at the First in the Nation Republican Leadership Summit on April 18, 2015, in Nashua, New Hampshire. The summit was attended by all the 2016 Republican candidates as well as those eying a run for the nomination.
John Kasich speaks in Highland Heights at the announcemnent that Philips Healthcare, 595 Miner Road, is adding 100 new high-paying jobs.hilips Healthcare in Highland Heights to add 100 high-paying jobs; Governor John Kasich speaks at announcement. Jeff Piorkowski, special to Sun News By Jeff Piorkowski, special to Sun News Sun News. Email the author. on December 20, 2011 at 5:33 PM, updated December 20, 2011 at 5:40 PM.