The 1968 Tet Offensive and the Iraq Insurgency: Examining the Role of Intelligence

Abstract

The role of intelligence is one of the most challenging and critical components of conflict. In modern conflict the knowledge of an opponent is often the difference between success and failure. This thesis examines the relationship between two significant events: The 1968 Tet Offensive and the Insurgency in Iraq in 2004. This thesis examines the intelligence resources available, the capabilities, and the impact of external influences. By comparing these two events, this thesis will identify common factors associated with the failure to provide adequate warning to senior military and civilian leaders.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 12, 2014
Accession Number
ADA613524

Entities

People

  • Cody R. Johnson

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

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Communities of Interest

  • Counter WMD
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Civil War
  • Combat Forces
  • Databases
  • Employment
  • Governments
  • Insurgency
  • Intelligence Collection
  • Intelligence Cycle
  • Military History
  • Military Intelligence
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Public Policy
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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  • History
  • Sociology

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