Includes bibliographical references (pages 55-64).
Contents
Introduction -- Contractors and the U.S. military -- The unique nature of private military security contractors -- Iraq and the contractor surge -- Contractors and controversy -- Fixing the problem -- Afghanistan -- Lessons from Iraq and Afghanistan -- Recommendations -- Conclusion : implications for U.S. land forces.
Summary
In examining the role of security contractors in Iraq and Afghanistan, the author draws broad lessons from which he provides concrete recommendations to improve the conduct of further missions. Rather than do away with contractors altogether, the author recommends limiting their roles, providing better oversight of their activities, and improving legal accountability for their wrong doing. This monograph will be of interest to soldiers and policymakers engaged in the difficult task of planning and conducting contingency operations.
Note
Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (SSI, viewed May 14, 2014).
