DUNNIGAN James F

Getting it right: American military reforms after Vietnam to the Persian Gulf and beyond - New York: William Morrow and Company Inc, 1993 - 320p.

The success of operation dessert storm renewed the faith of the country in United States ability to fight and win tough battles missile systems. 'Getting it right' discusses the profound changes instituted since the debacle of Vietnam and the events of the past twenty years that led the military to new heights. Their findings such as soldiers are more carefully selected and better paid officers are treated and expected to perform as professionals.

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UNITED STATES -- HISTORY
UNITED STATES -- ARMED FORCES
GULF WAR
VIETNAM