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The militarization of the U.S.-Mexico border, 1978-1992:

low-intensity conflict doctrine comes home
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CMAS Books, University of Texas at Austin, 1997 - History - 307 pages
"Focuses on the growing militarization of US immigration and drug policy along Mexico/US border. Well-researched monograph examines potential for human rights violations by Border Patrol operations and other law enforcement efforts"--Handbook of Latin Ame

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The US border increasingly militarized from 1978-1992, under 3 different US presidential administrations representing both "major" political parties. This militirization took place in the context of ... Read full review

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Contents

Chapter
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A War for All Seasons
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Conclusion
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Copyright

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TitleThe militarization of the U.S.-Mexico border, 1978-1992: low-intensity conflict doctrine comes home
CMAS border & migration studies series
AuthorTimothy J Dunn
Edition2
PublisherCMAS Books, University of Texas at Austin, 1997
ISBN0292715803, 9780292715806
Length307 pages
Subjects ›  › 

History / General
History / Latin America / Mexico
History / Military / United States
History / North America
Political Science / General
Political Science / Law Enforcement
Political Science / Political Freedom & Security / Law Enforcement
Social Science / Emigration & Immigration
Technology & Engineering / Military Science
  
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