Features

March 1, 2006  

Beyond the 3-block war

By Bradley Peniston

Traditional amphibious warfare remains the focus of Marine Corps planning and drives its spending priorities. But the service is more likely to engage in stability operations, says Max Boot, and should re-embrace its role as an imperial constabulary. Frank Hoffman cautions, however, against choosing between bi- and small-war strategies. Future conflicts will be hybrid wars.