Skelton on Asymmetric Warfare
Friday, May 23rd, 2008An older (2001) PDF on the lessons of history for American leaders facing asymmetric threats by Representative Ike Skelton (D-Missouri). Skelton is currently the Chairman of the powerful House Armed Services Committee.
America’s Frontier Wars: Lessons for Asymmetric Conflicts
Very nice to see a member of Congress who thought well ahead of the curve, demonstrating real expertise on an important national security matter over which he has jurisdiction and considerable influence for shaping policy long-term decisions. If every member of Congress emulated Skelton, their approval rating would be a good deal higher.
Hat tip to Charlie of Abu Muqawama
