Fratricide in Battle: (Un)Friendly Fire

Book Overview

Fratricide, or 'Friendly Fire', is a persistent and unwelcome feature in war. Can it be avoided? How can it be properly understood?

Beginning with a historical analysis, Fratricide in Battle examines all aspects of the problem, covering both human and technical factors, before looking at a range of measures currently in use to tackle the issue.

Charles Kirke brings together an international group of experts in the field, from both military and academic backgrounds, to provide a thorough examination of this crucial subject. Taken together, their contributions offer a comprehensive understanding of fratricide in its historical context and suggest important lessons for future generations.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 144115700X
• ISBN13: 9781441157003
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Continuum
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 9.3"