Preparing Commanders Today, for Coalition Operations of Tomorrow
Abstract
Leadership training of the military commanders of today is outdated and in need of rejuvenation. The training concentrates on the issues associated with commanding troops from one's own country or state. The problem has arisen that, for the near future, fighting will be with a coalition of like-minded forces. Command of a coalition requires additional personal traits that are neither well-understood nor developed routinely in commanders today. A comparative analysis of three historical coalition commands identified three required traits. First, the ability to understand the differences among partners in a coalition. Second, the ability to communicate intentions, concepts, and requirements effectively. And third, the ability of a commander to think critically about information presented to him or her. The development of these personal traits will enhance Commanders' ability to conduct coalition operations successfully. The development process should begin with junior officers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 18, 2010
- Accession Number
- ADA530155
Entities
People
- Andrew M. Gordon
Organizations
- National Defense University