Description
PO361 Politics of Military Force 3 credits
A study of both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of the use of military
force in pursuit of political objectives. Will explore the historical record of these uses and,
more importantly, will examine their effectiveness as tools of diplomacy. Specific attention
will be given to both the French and U.S. wars in Indochina. The contemporary record of
conflict within the Third World is also considered. Prerequisite: any PO class or GLE120.