Originally Posted by
J Wolfsberger
I have a problem with the notion of "occupation force." Specifically, I disagree with the idea that "... the occupation and stabilization will take years and the responsibility for that operation falls squarely on the Army ..." I think we are better off thinking in terms of the people of a given country being responsible for their own rebuilding, with some outside assistance as long as it's welcome.
Along those lines, isn't that the mission (or part thereof) for MPs and Civil Affairs?