In some situations, a military designed to address human security needs would need to go in heavy. Situations like Somalia and Iraq (immediately after the fall of Saddam) would need the ability to provide security for both the military itself and local civilians. Nothing says "check yourself" to the local troublemakers better than a battalion of Marines. I would envision the team setting up shop and then slowly spreading their influence and operations. Sort of like an ink-blot scenario.
Since NGOs typically have more experience at this stuff than us, it would be nice to coordinate the effort with them. Or perhaps we could simply contract out for an advisory team that could assist us in doing this the best way.
Barnsley, I would be interested in hearing your thoughts on what methods might be employed in your area.
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