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Originally Posted by Jack Moroney
Yep, but it is not going to be answered in the space alloted here.
The simple answer is that UW (and its alter-ego FID) is applicable across the entire spectrum of conflict if the conditions are right and can be used as a strategic tool both offensively and defensively. Conventional forces also have roles across the entire spectrum of conflict but there use and roles will vary with the situation. The problem is not do they have a role but how to educate the decision makers to use the right tools at the right time. I do not think you can have a cookie cutter answer to this question because each conflict brings its own set of dynamics which are impacted by the other elements of national power necessary to meet strategic national interests.
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I agree, perhaps in the interest of narrowing the discussion we could discuss this topic within the context of OIF?
While I'm reading the suggested material I'd still enjoy reading any comments that SF Operators may have to offer on this topic with OIF being the backdrop.
We're breaking new ground in OIF regarding conventional force/SF combined ops aren't we? I'm not sure, you SF Soldiers would know better than I. If there are any examples you can discuss, again, I'm eager to read your thoughts.
Now, I'm off to google up "Eating Soup With a Knife." Thanks for the tips.