Topic: Confirmation- Warren Christopher's ROE for Somalia | |
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November 23rd, 2006
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| Milforum Swamp Dweller  | Post; Confirmation- Warren Christopher's ROE for SomaliaI read recently that Warren Christopher, working in a team that drafted the rules of engagement for forces in Somalia 1993, made an underhand deal regarding the disposal of weapons stored in warehouses. Apparently, from what I've read, (the source is not entirely credible and will not be posted here) Christopher's agreement was to spare any Habr Gedr weapons found in warehouses, but any arms from other busts were fair game. It's possible that this move helped to exacerbate the Oct. 3 firefight (though unlikely, because nearly everyone carried in the Bakara area). Can anyone confirm this and give a reputable source?
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November 23rd, 2006
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| Milforum's Bouncer | Primer on Ms. Warren Christopher... http://www.blackfive.net/main/2006/0...liberal_w.html Might find your specific answer in here... http://www.foreignaffairs.org/199401...n-somalia.html And an excellent read to help understand the ROE in peace keeping missions... http://www.smallwars.quantico.usmc.m...broadstone.pdf
__________________ "The purpose of fighting is to win. There is no possible victory in defense. The sword is more important than the shield and skill is more important than either. The final weapon is the brain. All else is supplemental." - John Steinbeck |
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November 23rd, 2006
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| Milforum Swamp Dweller | The first source is to a great extent correct- the only error is the number of Americans killed in the battle of the Black Sea. Thanks, BD. |
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