The iron fist in the velvet glove :

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" The iron fist in the velvet glove : "
Halsne, Sigbjørn

Document Type	:	Latin Dissertation
Record Number	:	1103099
Doc. No	:	TLets776010
Main Entry	:	Halsne, Sigbjørn
Title & Author	:	The iron fist in the velvet glove :\ Halsne, Sigbjørn
College	:	University of Glasgow
Date	:	2018
student score	:	2018
Degree	:	Ph.D.
Abstract	:	This thesis examines the soundness of the claim that counterinsurgency theory is no longer valid based on the experiences from Afghanistan. It does so by analysing to which degree three members of the coalition adhered to the theories of counterinsurgency in their operations between 2006-2010. Initially the thesis examines classic counterinsurgency theory. It argues that this theory is mainly characterised by a primacy of politics, that the population is the centre of gravity and a concerted government effort. I further analyses the efforts of Norway, Great Britain and the Netherlands within the framework of classic counterinsurgency theory. In sum, this thesis argues the Afghan case demonstrates that classic counterinsurgency theory is not outmoded. Of the three states studied in this thesis, only the Netherlands can be said to have adhered to counterinsurgency theory in the execution of the mission.
Subject	:	U Military Science (General)
Added Entry	:	University of Glasgow