Forward Deployed Homeland Defense: Rethinking Theater Engagement in the Wake of September Eleventh
Abstract
The events of September 11th are a wake-up call for American security strategy to the realities of a changing global security environment. The ongoing war on terror and efforts to improve homeland defense have emerged as the fundamental policy initiatives by which the United States means to combat the terrorist threat. However, while these initiatives are critical and have already met with some success, a third element that can contribute to a comprehensive strategy against terror, CINC managed theater engagement, has received less consideration in this context. The offensive strategy of the war, and aggressive homeland security measures, can be complemented by rethinking CINC theater strategies toward a full spectrum of engagement, focusing specifically on countering terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, while still meeting other strategic engagement objectives. This paper offers a conceptual framework for rethinking Theater Engagement Strategies in the wake of September 11th , and presents practical recommendations for implementing the framework to support execution in the current global security environment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 04, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA400950
Entities
People
- Edward A. Bradfield
Organizations
- Naval War College