| ID | 143754 |
| Title Proper | From anthropology to human geography |
| Other Title Information | human terrain and the evolution of operational sociocultural understanding |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Medina, Richard M |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Human terrain is a complicated term. It has been plagued with controversy in recent years stemming from US Army implementations in the Middle East. This paper reviews the history of human terrain in three forms: as a human behavioral concept, a conflict based application, and a multidisciplinary area of research. It investigates the history of the term and its evolution from anthropological foundations to human geography and geospatial intelligence. Recommendations are given and practices are suggested to gain knowledge and understanding of people that can assist in helping in hazardous situations and avoiding conflict. |
| `In' analytical Note | Intelligence and National Security Vol. 31, No.2; Mar 2016: p.137-153 |
| Journal Source | Intelligence and National Security Vol: 31 No 2 |
| Key Words | Middle East ; Human Geography ; Human Terrain ; From Anthropology ; Operational Sociocultural Understanding ; US Army Implementations |