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Old 12-11-2013 | 07:22 AM
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Default The hearts-and-minds myth

We really need to learn from and be open to other cultures. I think this guy said it well:

"Mastering the languages, cultural nuances, beliefs and taboos that prevail in a theater of war, area of operations or tactical environment is vital to military success. It’s much easier to kill people you understand."

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"The Hearts-and-Minds-Myth: Sorry, but winning means killing" by Ralph Peters
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