Security Force Assistance in an Era of Great-Power Competition

July 08, 2020 00:45:44
Security Force Assistance in an Era of Great-Power Competition
Modern War Institute
Security Force Assistance in an Era of Great-Power Competition

Jul 08 2020 | 00:45:44

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Show Notes

This episode of the Modern War Institute Podcast features a conversation with Col. Curt Taylor, commander of the 5th Security Force Assistance Brigade. The unit was formally activated in May, and he shares his perspective on everything that goes into creating such a unique organization. He also describes how SFABs recruit and select officers and noncommissioned officers for the advising mission, and what role advising has in an era of great-power competition.

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