| ID | 083205 |
| Title Proper | An enduring commitment |
| Other Title Information | the British military's role in Sierra Leone |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Stewart, Andrew |
| Publication | 2008. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The British military deployment to Sierra Leone in May 2000 marked therenewal of a long historical connection between the two countries. As aformer British colony, from 1829-1961 the authorities in London wereresponsible for providing the administration and governance of their WestAfrican territory as well as safe-guarding its security. This entailed thecreation of a dedicated local military structure, mixing local troops withseconded British officers to guard the frontiers of the small country againstboth external and internal threats. Although in a much revised form, thismission appears to have been now once again renewed. |
| `In' analytical Note | Defence Studies Vol. 8, No.3; Sep 2008: p351-368 |
| Journal Source | Defence Studies Vol. 8, No.3; Sep 2008: p351-368 |
| Key Words | Sierra Leone ; African Security ; British Military |