Category: Afghanistan

Afghanistan and Global Counterterrorism Afghanistan has long been known for its increased levels of terrorism across the whole land, which is the primary reason for the US governments decision to assist the countrys administration. In fact, the government of the USA and Afghanistan deemed it reasonable to unite their effort to decrease terrorism on the…

Mission Command Principles in Combat: Operation Anaconda Table of Contents Summary Competence Mutual Trust Shared Understanding Commanders Intent Mission Orders Disciplined Initiative Risk Acceptance References Summary Operation Anaconda was conducted in Shaikot Valley, Afghanistan, in March 2002. It was fought in difficult mountain conditions and ended up with an American victory. More than 50 U.S.…

Lessons Learned from Operation Anaconda Table of Contents Introduction Initial Conditions and Their Importance for Further Decisions Structural Characteristics Ineffective Cooperation General Plan: Timely Readjustments Flaws and Their Elimination Conclusion References Introduction The causes of successes and failures of the operation Anaconda in Afghanistan can be revealed by considering the most critical conditions. They include…

Operation Anaconda: Military Campaign in Afghanistan Table of Contents Introduction Role of Mission Command Conclusion References Introduction Operation Anaconda was a coordinated military action campaign in Afghanistan. The operation was part of the War in Afghanistan. The operation stretched from March 1st to March 18th, 2002. The main goal of the operation has been the…