Overview

Why have special operations forces become a key strategic tool in the conduct of modern warfare? How do these specially trained and equipped elite units function? What types of missions do they conduct? Special Operations: Out of the Shadows addresses these questions and more in a comprehensive survey of special ops, encompassing cutting-edge research, current debates, and critical case studies.

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Author:   Christopher Marsh ,  James D. Kiras ,  Patricia J. Blocksome
Publisher:   Lynne Rienner Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Lynne Rienner Publishers Inc
ISBN:  

9781626378223

ISBN 10:   1626378223
Pages:   225
Publication Date:   30 October 2019
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Special Operations: Out of the Shadows Christopher Marsh, James D. Kiras, and Patricia J. Blocksome Special Operations In Theory And Concept The Dangers of Theory J.D. Kiras The Value of Theory C. Marsh, M. Kenny, and N. Joslyn The Human Factor K.L. Parker The Resurgence of Special Warfare H.W. Harkins Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare D. Cox Design Thinking for Special Operations B. Zweibelson Design Thinking for SOF Leadership B. Zweibelson Special Operations In Action The Strategic Paradox and Third-Party Proxies R. Rubright Russia's Response to the New Western Way of War C.K. Bartles Psychological Operations to Counter Online Radicalization P.S. Lieber and P.J. Reiley Foreign Internal Defense and Security Force Assistance J.M. DePolo Combating Transnational Organized Crime S.R. Johnson Conclusion Special Operations Forces in an Era of Great Power Competition Christopher Marsh, James D. Kiras, and Patricia J. Blocksome

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“Will inspire students in developing their research projects and reveal new perspectives to academics studying irregular warfare and related topics.” —Major Zachary Griffiths, Parameters

Will inspire students in developing their research projects and reveal new perspectives to academics studying irregular warfare and related topics. -Major Zachary Griffiths, Parameters

Author Information

Christopher Marsh is senior fellow at the Joint Special Operations University (JSOU) at the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and president and founder of the Special Operations Research Association (SORA). James D. Kiras is professor of strategy and security studies at the US Air Force School of Advanced Air and Space Studies, Maxwell Air Force Base. Patricia J. Blocksome is assistant professor of national security affairs at the Naval War College Monterey.

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