The Coalition's Coalition Posted by Patrick Barry

When will General McChrystal know that he has achieved optimal coordination of all the countries under the NATO-ISAF umbrella? How about when the dudes in the French Foreign Legion are on the same page as the rest of his command?

"The result is one of the fiercest units in Nato’s arsenal. But their current mission, much to the soldiers’ frustration, is to befriend the population, not fight them. 'Most guys here are looking for a gunfight — we’re looking for a war,' said James. 'It doesn’t matter who’s war, or for what reason.'"

Apparently Michael isn't the only one looking to get out of the COIN game.

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Most infantry in any NATO army would give you the same response, especially those units with higher standards and unit legends based on fighting prowess like paratroopers, the FFL, Marines, etc. Men who join infantry units WANT to fight, for the most part. That doesn't mean these gents are ineffective COIN practicioners.

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