Ep. 34 – Tactical Economics, with Maj. Jon Bate

September 13, 2017 00:29:11
Ep. 34 – Tactical Economics, with Maj. Jon Bate
Modern War Institute
Ep. 34 – Tactical Economics, with Maj. Jon Bate

Sep 13 2017 | 00:29:11

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Show Notes

Money is a powerful weapon in a combat zone. There are risks of deploying it in the form of economic programs, of course. But when used effectively, "tactical economics" can be a powerful tool with which to achieve operational and even tactical goals. In this conversation with MWI's Capt. Jake Miraldi, Maj. Jon Bate explains how money can be brought to bear at war.

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