Organizational Learning and the Marine Corps: The Counterinsurgency Campaign in Iraq - Anbar Narrative and Unexpected Success, Ramadi, All the Wrong Moves, AQI's Targeted Killing, Counterterrorism

Nonfiction, History, Military, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science
Cover of the book Organizational Learning and the Marine Corps: The Counterinsurgency Campaign in Iraq - Anbar Narrative and Unexpected Success, Ramadi, All the Wrong Moves, AQI's Targeted Killing, Counterterrorism by Progressive Management, Progressive Management
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Progressive Management ISBN: 9781311921550
Publisher: Progressive Management Publication: May 17, 2016
Imprint: Smashwords Edition Language: English
Author: Progressive Management
ISBN: 9781311921550
Publisher: Progressive Management
Publication: May 17, 2016
Imprint: Smashwords Edition
Language: English

Professionally converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction, this unique case study examines how the Marine Corps was able to learn from and adapt to conditions on the ground in Anbar province from 2006-2008, developing a three-dimensional strategy that resulted in stability from previous chaos and overwhelming violence. The author views this success through the lens of organizational theory, discussing the barriers to change in military organizations and the characteristics of organizations that are able to learn. The Marines' focus on learning, adaptability, and institutional memory are seen as keys to their success in Anbar. Ten lessons are drawn from this case that relate to the future irregular conflict environment and to the efficacy of counterinsurgency, engagement, and counterterrorism as instruments for managing these future challenges for both US military and civilian security institutions.

Chapter I * Introduction * A. How Organizations Learn * B. Anbar Case Study * Chapter II * Background and Context * A. Anbar Narrative * B. All the Wrong Moves * Chapter III * Insurgents and Marines * A. The Insurgents * B. 1st Marine Expeditionary Force * C. Ugly Surprise * Chapter IV * Learning * A. Highly Persistent Conflict * B. Assessing the Insurgency * C. II MEF's 2005 Campaign Plan * D. Clear and Hold * E. No ISF Solution * F. Opportunity * Chapter V * Adapting * A. Surging Violence and Grim Prognoses * B. AQI's Targeted Killing * C. I MEF's Operational Plan * D. Topeka, Denver, Raleigh * E. The Awakening: A Force Multiplier * F. The Tipping Point * Chapter VI * Consolidating * A. Line of Attack * B. Consolidating Security in Topeka, Raleigh, and Denver * C. Counterterrorism Operations * D. Expanding ISF * E. The Centrality of Engagement * F. Post-Conflict Crossover * G. From Armed Struggle to Political Competition * Chapter VII * Reflections and Lessons from the Anbar Campaign * Chapter VIII * Bibliography

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Professionally converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction, this unique case study examines how the Marine Corps was able to learn from and adapt to conditions on the ground in Anbar province from 2006-2008, developing a three-dimensional strategy that resulted in stability from previous chaos and overwhelming violence. The author views this success through the lens of organizational theory, discussing the barriers to change in military organizations and the characteristics of organizations that are able to learn. The Marines' focus on learning, adaptability, and institutional memory are seen as keys to their success in Anbar. Ten lessons are drawn from this case that relate to the future irregular conflict environment and to the efficacy of counterinsurgency, engagement, and counterterrorism as instruments for managing these future challenges for both US military and civilian security institutions.

Chapter I * Introduction * A. How Organizations Learn * B. Anbar Case Study * Chapter II * Background and Context * A. Anbar Narrative * B. All the Wrong Moves * Chapter III * Insurgents and Marines * A. The Insurgents * B. 1st Marine Expeditionary Force * C. Ugly Surprise * Chapter IV * Learning * A. Highly Persistent Conflict * B. Assessing the Insurgency * C. II MEF's 2005 Campaign Plan * D. Clear and Hold * E. No ISF Solution * F. Opportunity * Chapter V * Adapting * A. Surging Violence and Grim Prognoses * B. AQI's Targeted Killing * C. I MEF's Operational Plan * D. Topeka, Denver, Raleigh * E. The Awakening: A Force Multiplier * F. The Tipping Point * Chapter VI * Consolidating * A. Line of Attack * B. Consolidating Security in Topeka, Raleigh, and Denver * C. Counterterrorism Operations * D. Expanding ISF * E. The Centrality of Engagement * F. Post-Conflict Crossover * G. From Armed Struggle to Political Competition * Chapter VII * Reflections and Lessons from the Anbar Campaign * Chapter VIII * Bibliography

More books from Progressive Management

Cover of the book Czech Republic in Perspective: Orientation Guide and Cultural Orientation: Geography, History, Economy, Security, Religion, Prague, Praha, Brno, Communism, Velvet Revolution, Elbe River by Progressive Management
Cover of the book 21st Century FEMA Study Course: Multihazard Emergency Planning for Schools (IS-362) - Crisis Intervention, ICS, Testing and Drills, Drill Procedures by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Essential Guide to Transnistria and the Transniestrian Contest in Moldova: Russia, NATO, European Union, Ukraine, OSCE, "Frozen" Conflict by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Complete Guide to China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Uighur Protests, Terrorism, Modern Uyghur Identity, Human Rights, People's Republic of China Ethnic Minorities, Political Prisoners by Progressive Management
Cover of the book 21st Century Pocket Guide to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy at New London, Connecticut: Programs, Courses, History, Cadet Life by Progressive Management
Cover of the book 21st Century U.S. Military Manuals: U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Pistol Marksmanship Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-01B by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Cordon of Steel: The U.S. Navy and the Cuban Missile Crisis - President John F. Kennedy, Nikita Khrushchev, Admiral Dennison, U-2, Fidel Castro, SS-4 Sandal and SS-5 Skean Soviet Missiles by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Space Shuttle NASA Mission Report: STS-2, November 1981 - Second Flight of Columbia, Complete Technical Details of Orbiter Performance and Problems, Mission Events by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Challengers from the Sidelines: Understanding America's Violent Far-Right - Aryan Nation, Timothy McVeigh, Oklahoma City Bombing, KKK, Racism, White Supremacy, Neo-Nazi, Skinheads, Christian Identity by Progressive Management
Cover of the book History of Research in Space Biology and Biodynamics at Air Force Missile Development Center, Holloman AFB, 1946: 1958 - V-2 Rockets, Balloons, Man-High, Monkeys in Space, Kittinger, Zero Gravity by Progressive Management
Cover of the book 21st Century U.S. Military Documents: Air Force E-8C Joint Stars Aircraft - Operations Procedures, Aircrew Evaluation Criteria, Aircrew Training Flying Operations by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Nuclear Weapons Security: Nuclear Counterterrorism, Nuclear Explosives Control, Safety Program, Personnel Reliability Program, Prevention of Deliberate Unauthorized Use, DOD Response to IND Incidents by Progressive Management
Cover of the book The History of the XV-15 Tilt Rotor Research Aircraft: From Concept to Flight - XV-3 Program, Stability Issues, Army and Navy Participation, VTOL, Flight Research Incidents and Crash, V-22 Osprey by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Protecting America: Cold War Defensive Sites - Concise History of the Cold War and U.S. Military Sites, Extensive Bibliography and Source Information - Nuclear Weapons, Missiles by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Black Hats and White Hats: The Effect of Organizational Culture and Institutional Identity on the Twenty-third Air Force: Air Rescue, Desert One Disaster, Special Operations, Combat Search and Rescue by Progressive Management
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy