The Mission: Waging War and Keeping Peace with America's Military

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The narrative explores the complex roles of military leaders and soldiers in both wartime and peacetime scenarios. It highlights the contrast between four-star generals acting as proconsuls and Green Berets engaging with authoritarian regimes, as well as the unexpected responsibilities of young soldiers who find themselves navigating civilian roles like mayors and social workers while attempting to rebuild war-torn nations. The book delves into the challenges and ironies of military involvement in nation-building efforts.