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My Opinion
Europeanisation also happens in the military on all levels and in all areas. Austria will have to adapt swiftly and completely.
Improving the Qualifications of Officers
Currently, only those officers who have undergone training at the college-level course for military leadership have undergone training on an academic level. But what about those who have received officers' training before the accreditation of the college-level course? Will they be able to qualify as well?
Current Events: New Security Doctrine without Approval by the Opposition
Although security concerns have caused countries to seek closer co-operation, the Austrian opposition did not approve the new security doctrine.
The Threat of Terror is Real!
The terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001 have shocked us, too. We in the West must be aware of the fact that the world is indivisible and that the problems are ours, wherever they may occur.
The Ugly Face of Terror
The use of weapons of mass destruction would be even worse than what happened on 11 September 2001. Due to the characteristics of such weapons, however, not every possible employment thereof is also likely.
Profiles and Training of Islamic Suicide Attackers
There are people who kill numerous others regardless of their own life. Who are these assassins, and who are their masters in the background, and what are their underlying motivations?
Chivalry
Chivalry is one of the basic elements of humanitarian international law and a way to put it into practice, which is why chivalry ought to serve as the core of a world-wide and forward-looking military code of honour.
Food for Thought: Horse Dung Instead of Soldiers?
Local politicians, architects and developers want to get rid of barracks. The work of soldiers, however, is just as important for the people as, say, new recreational facilities.
The Legal Basis of the KFOR Mission
National legal stipulations of troop contributing nations and international agreements must be accorded to make sure that the international soldiers in Kosovo can be certain that they act on a sound legal basis.
LAV-III-Versions for the US Army
Die US-Army has selected two different versions of the LAV-III to equip the new Initial Brigade Combat Teams.
"Going International": Military Policy Aspects of the Mission in Afghanistan
Austria's participation in the Afghanistan mission (ISAF) reveals new aspects in the field of military policy and improves the credibility of our contributions intended for ESDP.
International Alpine Training
The Infantry School at Saalfelden is one of the leading training establishments in the world for the qualified Alpine training of soldiers.
Hematomas
A seemingly harmless bruise may well be quite serious. Therefore, timely and appropriate therapy is important.
Austrian Staff Officers in NATO Headquarters
Since 1998, Austrian soldiers have been detached as integrated staff members in various NATO headquarters.
From the Forces: Communication and Discussion
Discussions among various levels of command ought to be intensified.
Own the Night?
For the most part, we use our night vision devices only for observation. We do not combine them and the weapons into one system as effectively as we should.
Situation LUGITSCH (II)
The estimate of the enemy situation yields four possible courses of action for the enemy forces. After an assessment of the above possibilities, the terrain is evaluated.
Commentary: The training of European Executive Personnel for Crisis Management
The further development of the Fachhochschulstudiengang [college-style course] at the Theresan Military Academy is intended to broaden its scope and include civilian crisis management skills, thus attracting international students.
Man is in the Centre: Psychological First Aid
In addition to the usual kind of first aid, the psychological component must not be forgotten. It is the first element of a comprehensive care system.
Mobs, Refugees and Armour: Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
In peace-keeping missions, like the one in Bosnia, soldiers are confronted with situations that, until now, have not been trained in the military.
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