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Professor Nagl's War.

Authors :
Maass, Peter
Source :
New York Times Magazine. 1/11/2004, Vol. 153 Issue 52725, p22-62. 14p. 5 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

Provides an in-depth discussion of counterinsurgency, the type of military operation being used in Iraq to combat guerrilla warfare. Profile of Major John Nagl, an expert in counterinsurgency; Key elements in counterinsurgency; History of counterinsurgency, especially the impact of T.E. Lawrence's classic "Seven Pillars of Wisdom"; Description of several attacks by insurgents in Iraq and response of Major Nagl and his soldiers; Iraqi Civil Defense Corps (ICDC) participation in U.S. counterinsurgency force; Goal of the U.S. force in which is freedom for Iraq.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00287822
Volume :
153
Issue :
52725
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times Magazine
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
11888676