BLUF
This American article argues the simplistic “don’t do democracy,” and “don’t build an army in our own image,” are inadequate. Lessons include building a learning organisation, the importance of local leadership and expedient vs. realistic timelines.Learning Outcomes
- Recognise the need for a doctrine to train forces with limited literacy and different cultures.
- Understand the need to develop enough knowledge of the local culture and politics to implement policies effectively.
- Examine the forces that impact on state building.
