Preemptive Strike Policy of the U.S.: An Argument for Adjustment to the National Security Strategy

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Abstract:

As rogue nations and non-state actors like Al Qaeda and Hezbollah present difficult challenges for future administrations charged with the defense of American interests, the United States must revise its preemptive strike policy in order to retain its legitimacy while allowing for unquestionable application of military force.

Author(s):
Cracknell, Lee A.
Author Organization(s):
MARINE CORPS COMMAND AND STAFF COLL QUANTICO VA
Descriptive Note:
Master's thesis
Pagination:
0032

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
USMC/CSC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_7_Protection; JCA_7.1.1_Prevent Kinetic Attack; JCA_7.1_Prevent; JCA_7.2_Mitigate; JCA_7.2.1_Mitigate Lethal Effects; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_8.2.3_Build the Capabilities and Capacities of Partners and Institutions; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_8.2.2_Provide Aid to Foreign Partners and Institutions; JCA_5.2.3_Share Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_2.4.2_Evaluation; JCA_2.4.5_Product Generation; JCA_2_Battlespace Awareness; JCA_2.4_Analysis Prediction and Production; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2_Engagement
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Counter WMD
Descriptor(s):
*NATIONAL SECURITY, UNITED STATES, THESES, STRATEGY, FOREIGN POLICY
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Intelligence
Report Date:
2008 Jan 01
Creation Date:
2008 Dec 24