The right way to lose a war : America in an age of unwinnable conflicts /

Tierney, Dominic, 1977-,

The right way to lose a war : America in an age of unwinnable conflicts / America in an age of unwinnable conflicts Dominic Tierney. - First edition. - xiii, 384 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 349-369) and index.

The wrong way to lose a war. The dark age ; Fiasco ; The landscape of loss -- The right way to lose a war. Laying the groundwork ; Storytelling ; Surge ; Talk ; Leave ; Aftermath -- The right way to win a war. No more fiascos.

Reveals how the United States has struggled to adapt to the new era of guerrilla conflict, causing military losses and political disasters, and outlines a strategy of military engagement and diplomacy to help the nation withdraw from unsuccessful campaigns.

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National characteristics, American.
Public opinion--United States.
War--Psychological aspects.
War--Public opinion.
War--Termination.


United States--History, Military.

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