| ID | 092313 |
| Title Proper | Basra's not Belfast |
| Other Title Information | the British Army, small wars and Iraq |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Wither, James K |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article examines British Army operations in Iraq. It focuses on the causes of the army's apparent failure to live up to its reputation for the conduct of small wars. The paper discusses the British experience of small wars in the context of Iraq, the influence of doctrine and strategy, and the political and moral factors that shaped the army's performance. The paper's conclusions suggest that the Iraq War may cause a significant reappraisal, not just of military doctrine and strategy, but also of Britain's role in future small wars.
* The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the George C. Marshall Center, the government of the United States of America or the Federal Republic of Germany. |
| `In' analytical Note | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol. 20, No. 3-4; Sep-Dec 2009: p.611 - 635 |
| Journal Source | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol. 20, No. 3-4; Sep-Dec 2009: p.611 - 635 |
| Key Words | Counterinsurgency ; Iraq ; UK |