The Kommando Spezialkräfte (KSK) is a unified combatant command and a large brigade-level unit of the German Army (Heer) designated to perform covert operations, capture or kill high-value targets, undertake counterterrorism and hostage rescue crisis management, manage decapitation attacks, direct action, executive protection, irregular warfare, ISTAR, quick maneuver military emergencies situation, special warfare, as well as act as a military advisor. The KSK is under the command and control of the Rapid Forces Division (DSK) when on routine duty and is stationed in the Graf Zeppelin barracks in Calw, Baden-Württemberg.