Battalion "Telemark" was established in 1993, as a special formation of the rapid reaction forces of the Norwegian army. The battalion is the only army unit where rank and file are under contract, as in Norway, there is compulsory military service for men. A set of privates in the battalion "Telemark" is a competition among those who served urgent service. The strength of the battalion of 450 people, including 250 people the grenadiers.