Two Strikes: American Intervention in Haiti
Abstract
The United States has executed military operations in Haiti twice in the past 100 years. On both occasions the short term objectives of these operations have been fulfilled by the military. Despite these successes Haiti remains a strategic security concern and a state on the verge of collapse. The fundamental failure of the U.S. to resolve Haiti's internal problems as well as the threat these problems present to the United States is the result of a misunderstanding of the historical context that precipitated the crises and a short sighted political policy. This paper examines the historical context that created a perpetual state of political and social crises in Haiti and examines the successes and failures of U.S. military operations in the country. As the worlds remaining super power the U.S. will increasingly be called upon to intervene in failed or failing states. The lessons learned in Haiti may provide a partial template for success in future operations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 12, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA407582
Entities
People
- Kent D. Simon
Organizations
- Marine Corps University