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Cover: The Capabilities That Medium-Armored Forces Bring to the Full Spectrum of Operations

The Capabilities That Medium-Armored Forces Bring to the Full Spectrum of Operations — 2009

Assesses the performance of medium-armored forces in 13 past conflicts, to better understand their unique capabilities and inform decisions about the Future Force.

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Cover: Does the United States Need a New Police Force for Stability Operations?

Does the United States Need a New Police Force for Stability Operations? — 2009

Considers the creation of a high-end police force for use in stability operations, examining its ideal size, how responsive it needs to be, where in the government it might be located, its needed capabilities, its proper staffing, and its cost.