The New Counterinsurgency Era: Transforming the U.S. Military for Modern Wars

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The book delves into the US military's struggle to adapt to counterinsurgency tactics in Iraq and Afghanistan, highlighting the Department of Defense's institutional challenges and its gradual response to evolving strategic demands. It critically analyzes the mixed efforts within the DoD to address insurgent violence and the need for a strategic overhaul in military operations. Through this examination, the text sheds light on the complexities of modern warfare and the lessons learned from recent conflicts.