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How to Stage a Coup

Statecraft

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Navigating Military Reforms and International Relations

This chapter examines the complexities of strategic consultancy in the context of U.S. foreign policy and military actions, particularly during the Iran hostage crisis and the 1991 Iraq War. It delves into the challenges and reforms prompted by the 1987 Defense Reorganization Act, addressing inter-service communication issues and the consequences of military bureaucracies. The discussion extends to contemporary international relations, analyzing the implications of the Russia-Ukraine war and reflecting on the broader consequences of American foreign policy.

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