Research for Irregular conflict

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Strategic Realities in Irregular Conflict
January 10, 2013

This book seeks to answer two questions: Why is irregular conflict so hard? Can we do it better? The concept of “strategic realities” applies to both questions. Problems arise in the irregular conflict arena that generally do not arise in either conventional conflict or classic development, yet irregular conflict also requires understanding each of those domains—and something more besides. When we undertake responses to an irregular conflict, we do so with organizations that are designed, educated, and trained for other purposes. Jerry-rigged solutions can work and sometimes have, but success usually comes only because of stellar ad hoc efforts, and not because of a focused systemic approach.

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The Navy Role in Confronting Irregular Challenges – Implementing the Navy Vision for CIC
March 1, 2011

The U.S. Navy has initiated efforts to confront irregular challenges (CIC) associated with regional instability, insurgency, crime, and violent extremism. A key document for understanding how the Navy will do this is the Chief of Naval Operations’ U.S. Navy Vision for Confronting Irregular Challenges. However, it remains unclear which of the Navy’s capabilities are most useful for CIC actions and how Naval forces can best contribute to the CIC effort.

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Civil Power in Irregular Conflict
January 12, 2010

This book explores the relationship between irregular conflict and three key components of stability operations: support to governance, including reconciliation efforts, security sector reform (SSR), and promoting economic development.

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