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UNINA9910787369903321 |
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Wilner Alex S. <1979-> |
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Deterring rational fanatics / / Alex S. Wilner |
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania : , : University of Pennsylvania Press, , 2015 |
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©2015 |
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Descrizione fisica |
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1 online resource (264 p.) |
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Terrorism - Prevention |
Deterrence (Strategy) |
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Materiale a stampa |
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Livello bibliografico |
Monografia |
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Note generali |
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Nota di bibliografia |
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Includes bibliographical references. |
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Front matter -- Contents -- Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Deterrence Theory: Exploring Core Concepts -- Chapter 3. Deterring Terrorism: Contemporary Debates -- Chapter 4. Targeted Killings: Theory, Practice, and Consequence -- Chapter 5. Targeting the Taliban: Coercive Lessons from Afghanistan -- Chapter 6. Moving Ahead with Deterrence Theory -- Appendix: Research Design and Methodology -- Notes -- Index |
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Cold War-era strategic thinking was driven by the belief that individuals, organizations, and foreign states could be deterred from offensive action by the threat of reprisal. That assurance was shaken with the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001; suddenly, it seemed that no threat was powerful enough to deter individuals or organizations that valued political objectives over their own lives and the lives of their members. More than a decade later, new research and theory are bringing deterrence back into currency as a viable counterterrorism strategy. Alex S. Wilner updates deterrence theory for conflict in the twenty-first century, arguing for its value against challengers such as rogue states, cyber warriors, and transnational terrorist organizations. Deterring Rational Fanatics provides a full-scale discussion of deterrence theory concepts and controversies, assessing the utility of relying on the logic of deterrence and coercion to counter contemporary terrorism. In particular, targeted killings directed against |
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the Taliban of Afghanistan provide a vivid illustration of the impact deterrence can have on militant behavior: precision strikes that eliminate militant leaders represent a significant cost to planning and participating in political violence, a cost that can coerce, manipulate, and alter behavior. Though deterrence theory is not a panacea for terrorism, insurgency, or militancy, it can serve as a strategic guide for state responses; as Wilner shows, terrorist violence can indeed be deterred. |
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UNINA9910158802703321 |
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Reeves Mark A. |
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The Iberian leech : Napoleon's counterinsurgency operations in the Peninsula, 1807-1810 / / Mark A. Reeves |
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[Potomac, Maryland] : , : Pickle Partners publishing, , [2014] |
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©2014 |
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[1st ed.] |
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Descrizione fisica |
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1 online resource (77 pages) |
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Peninsular War, 1807-1814 - Campaigns |
Spain History Napoleonic Conquest, 1808-1813 |
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Materiale a stampa |
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Livello bibliografico |
Monografia |
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Includes bibliographical references. |
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Intro -- TABLE OF CONTENTS -- ABSTRACT -- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS -- CHAPTER 1 - LOS BUITRES CARNIVOROS -- CHAPTER 2 - SOLDATS -- CHAPTER 3 - LES GROS BONNETS -- CHAPTER 4 - TACTICS -- CHAPTER 5 - CONCLUSION -- BIBLIOGRAPHY. |
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The book 'The Iberian Leech: Napoleon’s Operations in the Peninsular, 1807-1810' by MAJ Mark A. Reeves explores the challenges faced by Napoleon's forces during the Peninsular War. It analyzes the period between 1807 and 1810, where Napoleon's previously invincible forces suffered significant losses in Spain. The book examines the unique cultural and geographical factors in the Iberian Peninsula that |
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contributed to the French army's difficulties, such as the strong influence of the Catholic Church and the distinct cultural identity of Spain. It also details the guerrilla warfare tactics employed by Spanish insurgents, supported by British and Portuguese forces, which caught the French off guard. The author aims to provide insights into the strategic and tactical errors made by French leadership and how these impacted Napoleon's broader empire. The intended audience includes military historians and enthusiasts interested in Napoleonic wars. |
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