Dirty Fighting: How to Counter Total Warfare Mentality.

摘要

The ability to fight dirty without losing support is a powerful advantage conferred by total war mentality. This study analyzes dirty fighting and proposes a theory of how it can change. Related themes are identified which have traditionally hindered the analysis of dirty fighting. Using case studies from conflicts in Northern Ireland, Bosnia, and Sri Lanka this study will assess how dirty fighting can be defeated. What emerges is that the application of compromise and containment weaken the ability to fight dirty. However, the utility of forceful methods is also prominent. It is intended that this novel approach will inform and assist the analysis of, future conflicts where dirty fighting may well occur.