| ID | 087918 |
| Title Proper | Are the principles of war applicable to special task forces? |
| Other Title Information | operation gothic serpent re-examined |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Tovy, Tal |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The infamous US raid in Mogadishu was a turning point in the Somali civil war. Although the special forces involved sought to observe the principles of war, the entanglement of the mission indicates a profound violation of those principles. Without effective intelligence and appropriate equipment, the task force embarked on an assault that disregarded the crucial elements of surprise and the achievement of relative superiority. |
| `In' analytical Note | Rusi Journal Vol. 154, No. 2; Apr 2009: p56-62 |
| Journal Source | Rusi Journal Vol. 154, No. 2; Apr 2009: p56-62 |
| Key Words | Principles of War ; Special Task Forces ; Operation Gothic Serpent ; Re-examined ; Entanglement ; US - Raid - Mogadishu |