Coalition Warfare: Preparing the U.S. Commander for the Future
Abstract
The Desert Storm experience and the recent shift in emphasis toward regional threat scenarios have highlighted the necessity for an increased understanding of the complexities of coalition warfare. Operating in ad hoc coalitions with non-traditional allies may be the dominant future mode of employment for U.S. Forces. Ad hoc coalitions are first and foremost political organizations wherein fragile relationships can significantly influence both the effectiveness and the desirability of coalition operations. There are both political and military advantages and disadvantages of coalitions which determine the desirability of conducting combined operations. The effectiveness of coalition operations depends on the ability of the commander to achieve unity of effort of military forces. Command relationships, interoperability, logistics support and the risk to U.S. Forces in combined operations are key planning considerations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 18, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA253151
Entities
People
- Terry J. Pudas
Organizations
- Naval War College