Hard Power and Soft Power
Author: Colin S. Gray
Publisher: Strategic Studies Institute U. S. Army War College
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 76
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIntroduction : rust on the mailed fist? -- 11 propositions -- Conclusion.
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Hard Power and Soft Power: The Utility of Military Force as an Instrument of Policy in the 21st Century
Author: Colin S. Gray
Publisher: Lulu.com
Published: 2011-07-09
Total Pages: 72
ISBN-13: 1257627244
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCommentators distinguish between two kinds of power, ?hard? and ?soft.? The promise in this logic is obvious. Unfortunately, to date, the idea of soft power has not been subjected to a critical forensic examination. The ill consequences of America's difficulty in thinking and behaving strategically are augmented perilously when unwarranted faith is placed upon soft power that inherently resists to strategic direction. Although it is appropriate to be skeptical of the utility of soft power, this must not be interpreted as advice to threaten or resort to military force with scant reference to moral standards. Not only is it right in an absolute sense, it is also expedient to seek, seize, and hold the moral high ground. The more challenging contexts for national security will still require the mailed fist, even if it is cushioned, but not concealed, by a glove of political and ethical restraint. (Originally published by the Strategic Studies Institute)
Hard Power and Soft Power
Author: Colin S. Gray
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Published: 2015-02-16
Total Pages: 76
ISBN-13: 9781297047145
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Hard Power and Soft Power: the Utility of Military Force As an Instrument of Policy in the 21st Century
Author: Colin Gray
Publisher: CreateSpace
Published: 2012-06-08
Total Pages: 70
ISBN-13: 9781477626702
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe concept of soft power, that is the influence attained through the co-option of foreigners by the attractiveness of our values, ideas, and practices, understandably has great appeal. Soft power is much cheaper than the hard power of military force, and it is more compatible with the culture of a principally liberal American society. All too often, military force seems to fail as an instrument of policy and, as a consequence, it invites the view that it is becoming obsolescent and even anachronistic. Dr. Colin Gray subjects hard and soft power to close critical scrutiny and finds that the latter is significantly misunderstood and, as a consequence, misassessed as a substitute for the threat or use of military force. Each kind of power has its limitations, but the obvious and familiar challenges characteristic of military force do not mean that therefore soft power should be our policy instrument of choice. The author warns against expecting too much of soft power.
The Big Stick
Author: Eliot A. Cohen
Publisher: Basic Books
Published: 2017-01-03
Total Pages: 306
ISBN-13: 0465096573
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Speak softly and carry a big stick" Theodore Roosevelt famously said in 1901, when the United States was emerging as a great power. It was the right sentiment, perhaps, in an age of imperial rivalry but today many Americans doubt the utility of their global military presence, thinking it outdated, unnecessary or even dangerous. In The Big Stick, Eliot A. Cohen-a scholar and practitioner of international relations-disagrees. He argues that hard power remains essential for American foreign policy. While acknowledging that the US must be careful about why, when, and how it uses force, he insists that its international role is as critical as ever, and armed force is vital to that role. Cohen explains that American leaders must learn to use hard power in new ways and for new circumstances. The rise of a well-armed China, Russia's conquest of Crimea and eastern Ukraine, nuclear threats from North Korea and Iran, and the spread of radical Islamist movements like ISIS are some of the key threats to global peace. If the United States relinquishes its position as a strong but prudent military power, and fails to accept its role as the guardian of a stable world order we run the risk of unleashing disorder, violence and tyranny on a scale not seen since the 1930s. The US is still, as Madeleine Albright once dubbed it, "the indispensable nation."
Short of General War
Author: Harry Richard Yarger
Publisher: Department of the Army
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 292
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAt the end of the first decade of the 21st century, the United States is involved in two ongoing wars, faces a significant international terrorist threat, and is witnessing an escalation of international resistance to its leadership of the global world order. Looking out to 2025, many see the potential for a prolonged period of instability as a result of competing economic models, demographics, the rise of new international actors and the resurgence old ones, climate change, and the scarcity of resources. The range of stability challenges will stretch the capabilities of any military force structure and require innovative thinking on the part of policymakers and military professionals alike on the appropriate development and use of the military element of power. In this anthology, 16 students of the U.S. Army War College Class of 2008 offer their perspectives on the use of military power across the spectrum of conflict in the 21st century, short of or following general war, and provide insights into the necessary force structure, policy, strategy, and doctrinal approaches for future success. Beyond a focus on operations short of general war, these writings share in common a worthwhile idea or set of ideas that can materially contribute to how the U.S. military can best conduct full spectrum operations. Collectively, these essays reveal the innovative thinking and diversity and depth of thought of the U.S. and foreign military and civilian agency personnel that comprise each student body at the U.S. Army War College as they prepare themselves to become senior leaders and fulfill their roles in their militaries or agencies. This resource offers 16 students of the U.S. Army War College Class of 2008 perspectives and forecasts for the use of military power through year 2025. Scholars and policymakers, alike, may find these essays beneficial for long-term strategy planning. Related products: Navies and Soft Power: Historical Case Studies of Naval Power and the Nonuse of Military Force can be found here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/008-046-00290-8 Lessons Encountered: Learning From the Long War can be found here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/008-029-00619-7 The Asia-Pacific Century: Challenges and Opportunities can be found here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/008-070-00868-8 Other products produced by the U.S. Army, Strategic Studies Institute are available here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/agency/1609
Hard Power
Author: Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Published: 2024-10-07
Total Pages: 585
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDive into the compelling world of "Hard Power," an essential read for those interested in international relations. Understanding military and economic force is crucial for grasping global strategies and power dynamics. This book explores how hard power shapes politics, its applications, and its ethical implications. 1: Hard Power: An introduction to hard power, defining its principles and its role in global interactions. 2: Nuclear Proliferation: Examines the spread of nuclear weapons and its implications for international security. 3: Power (International Relations): Explores fundamental concepts of power, contrasting hard power with other influences. 4: Economic Sanctions: Analyzes economic sanctions as a tool of hard power and their effectiveness. 5: Deterrence Theory: Discusses strategies of deterrence leveraging hard power to prevent adversarial actions. 6: United States Sanctions: Reviews U.S. sanctions case studies and their impact on global politics. 7: Views on Military Action Against Iran: Investigates perspectives on military force against Iran and its implications. 8: Foreign Policy of the Bill Clinton Administration: Reviews hard power strategies used during Clinton's presidency. 9: Iran–United States Relations After 1979: Traces the complex evolution of Iran-U.S. relations since 1979. 10: Compellence: Studies how hard power compels actions from others. 11: Soft Power: Contrasts hard power with soft power, exploring non-military influences. 12: Iran–United States Relations: Examines ongoing dynamics and conflicts between Iran and the U.S. 13: Joseph Nye: Covers Joseph Nye's contributions to soft power theory and its interplay with hard power. 14: Linkage (Policy): Explores how the linkage strategy connects elements of hard power. 15: United Nations Security Council Resolution 1747: Analyzes the resolution's role in international sanctions against Iran. 16: Economic Diplomacy: Investigates economic diplomacy as an extension of hard power. 17: Smart Power: Discovers smart power, combining hard and soft strategies for effective diplomacy. 18: Sanctions Against Iran: Examines the strategic implications of sanctions imposed on Iran. 19: Full Spectrum Diplomacy: Understands diplomatic strategies that integrate hard and soft power. 20: Views on the Nuclear Program of Iran: Explores global perspectives on Iran’s nuclear ambitions. 21: International Sanctions: Concludes with an analysis of international sanctions as a tool of hard power. "Hard Power" is a comprehensive guide to understanding military and economic force's critical role in shaping our world. Its insights offer invaluable knowledge, making it an essential resource for professionals, students, and enthusiasts alike. The value gained will far exceed its cost, providing deep insights into global politics.
Military Soft Power
Author: Carol Atkinson
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Published: 2014-06-26
Total Pages: 205
ISBN-13: 1442231297
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe military has long been associated with hard power, yet it is engaged in public diplomacy as it represents the U.S. abroad and facilitates the diffusion of ideas. Military Soft Power examines one such aspect of U.S. public diplomacy: how the United States extends its influence or “soft power” worldwide through military educational exchange programs hosted by the United States’ elite military schools, its war and staff colleges. The presence of international officers at U.S. military schools is substantial, yet very little is known about the long-term impacts of these exchanges. This study shows how the exchanges build personal and professional networks that then serve as important conduits of ideas between the United States and other countries. These networks help to improve interoperability between the U.S. military and its partner nations and to extend U.S. influence through military soft power rather than through hard power. This is an alternative bottom-up view of how military organizations can influence political processes and decisions through the development of cross-border communities of military professionals. This involves a two-step model of socialization. First, individuals (military officers) are socialized by a large political institution (the U.S. through its war and staff colleges). Second, these individuals function as idea entrepreneurs, bringing new ideas, beliefs, and practices home with them. There is a need for policies and programs that help countries successfully transition from authoritarian governance to democratic rule as well as countries undergoing democratic revolutions and those seeking more gradual change. Exchange programs are one pathway, in which an important group of citizens (military officers and their families) can experience the everyday functioning of democratic practices and institutions. This unique survey provides timely insights into the important political impacts of military exchange programs and how military institutions and their personnel influence international politics beyond simply being used as an instrument of coercion.
The Power to Coerce
Author: David C. Gompert
Publisher: Rand Corporation
Published: 2016-02-25
Total Pages: 53
ISBN-13: 0833090615
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMounting costs, risks, and public misgivings of waging war are raising the importance of U.S. power to coerce (P2C). The best P2C options are financial sanctions, support for nonviolent political opposition to hostile regimes, and offensive cyber operations. The state against which coercion is most difficult and risky is China, which also happens to pose the strongest challenge to U.S. military options in a vital region.
The Utility of Force
Author: Rupert Smith
Publisher: Vintage
Published: 2007-01-16
Total Pages: 448
ISBN-13: 0307267415
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom a highly decorated general, a brilliant new way of understanding war and its role in the twenty-first century. Drawing on his vast experience as a commander during the first Gulf War, and in Bosnia, Kosovo, and Northern Ireland, General Rupert Smith gives us a probing analysis of modern war. He demonstrates why today’s conflicts must be understood as intertwined political and military events, and makes clear why the current model of total war has failed in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other recent campaigns. Smith offers a compelling contemporary vision for how to secure our world and the consequences of ignoring the new, shifting face of war.
