In mid-March, as a White House assessment of the war in Afghanistan was nearing completion, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and Adm. Mike Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, met in a secure Pentagon room for their fortnightly video conference with Gen. David D. McKiernan, the top... Full Story »
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Considering the size of this article it is indeed well written as you want to keep reading, and you glad you did as there are more important facts throughout the entire article.
For sure shows that the Obama administration gives full power to SOD Gates to run things, and that goes for Adm. Mike Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, as well. The article also gives deep insight into the highway between Washington and the Field as well.
In-depth report about circumstances that led to the appointment of Gen. McChrystal as the top U.S. commander in Kabul, to replace Gen. McKiernan. Factual and well-documented report, based on interviews with key players involved with this change of command.
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