The Victory Disease

Book Id: WPLBN0000705596
Format Type: PDF eBook
File Size: 0.9 MB
Reproduction Date: 2005

Title:	The Victory Disease
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Language:	English
Subject:	Literature, Asian literature, Writing.
Collections:	e-Asia Digital Library Collection
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Publisher:	University of Oregon Libraries; E-Asia Digital Library


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Excerpt: LIEUTENANT GENERAL William S. Wallace, the U.S. Army?s senior ground commander in Iraq said, ?The enemy we?re fighting is different from the one we war-gamed against (2).? Wallace?s comment acknowledges a disturbing cultural phenomenon that can be found throughout the U.S. military and society. The problem stems from two necessary preconditions--demonstrated military prowess and great national strength that make the Nation and its military forces susceptible to a significant future defeat. Because of the United States? vast strength, national and military leaders might become overconfident in the Armed Forces? abilities and begin to underestimate the enemy?s capabilities, two practices that could sow the seeds of disaster.