Learning the Hard Way, or Not At All: The British Strategic and Tactical Adaptation During the Boer War of 1899-1902.

Abstract

The United States' current strategic environment is increasingly complex, with security, economic, and humanitarian interests around the world. Consequently, the United States' military may be called upon at any time to perform missions ranging from peacekeeping to total war, in environments ranging from the desserts of South West Asia to the jungles of Central America, against enemies ranging from Somali warlords to Chinese divisions. This uncertainty prevents the United States' military from organizing, equipping, and training for any specific situation. Therefore, to be successful the United States military must be capable of quickly adapting to the particulars of its mission when called.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 27, 1999
Accession Number
ADA370236

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  • Rob B. Mcclary

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  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

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