DTIC ADA415363: As the World Changes So pdf

DTIC ADA415363: As the World Changes So

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The new requirements being thrust on the Coast Guard since the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon are both extensive and asset intensive. The threats to our nations maritime are vast and require constant monitoring to deter, defend or respond to a possible future attack. Numerous assets and intense interagency cooperation will be necessary in responding to the challenges which lay ahead. Coordinating a strong and continuous defensive posture will require a sound command and control system. The Coast Guard, which has been designated lead federal agency for maritime security, should be concerned with its present command and control system. It is outdated and incompatible with the other armed services. The lack of a functioning operational staff is but one example of the flaws in the Coast Guard’s command and control structure. Meeting its new responsibilities will require innovative thinking and a willingness to accept change.

To be successful, in its new role of supported commander, the Coast Guard must identify its flaws and initiate solutions

• Creator/s: Defense Technical Information Center
• Date: 2/3/2003
• Year: 2003
• Book Topics/Themes: DTIC Archive, Vinciguerra, Aldante, NAVAL WAR COLL NEWPORT RI, *MILITARY OPERATIONS, *COAST GUARD, *HOMELAND SECURITY, MILITARY REQUIREMENTS, UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT, MONITORING, ATTACK, COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEMS, INTERNATIONAL TRADE, DEFENSE PLANNING, TERRORISM, COOPERATION, PORTS(FACILITIES), MARINE SAFETY EQUIPMENT, HARBOR DEFENSE SYSTEMS, HOMELAND DEFENSE

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