Franke, Volker

Franke, Volker. Security by Contractor: Outsourcing in Peace and Stability Operations. in Karen Gutteri’s  Complex Operations Case Studies Series Vol. 1. Washington, DC: Center for Complex Operations, National Defense University, 2010. http://www.nps.edu/Academics/AcademicGroups/GPPAG/Docs/PDF/Research%20and%20Publications/1_TN_Security_by_Contractor.pdf (accessed 19 December 2011).

This case study examines the activities and impact of private military contractors throughout recent history, with particular attention being given to the 2003-onward conflict in Iraq. It discusses the psychology and motivations of those that choose to work as private military contractors and the implications of the growing industry on the U.S. military. Finally, it identifies the advantages and disadvantages of military “outsourcing” and illustrates some of the dilemmas associated with this practice.

Posted: May 18, 2012 by the

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