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The book At Risk: Natural Hazards, People’s Vulnerability, and Disasters by Blaikie et al. (2003) critically examines the concept of disasters, challenging the traditional perspective that views them solely as natural phenomena. Instead,…
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The document “Disaster Relief Operations Overseas: The Military Contribution” (JDP 3-52) outlines the UK’s framework and strategies for overseas disaster relief, detailing the roles, responsibilities, and collaborative efforts required for the military’s effective…
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The book, Climate Security and the Military: Concepts, Strategies, and Partnerships, edited by Georg Frerks, Rinze Geertsma, Jeroen Klomp, and Tom Middendorp, explores the critical intersection between climate change, security, and military operations.…
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On-Site Coordination in Dutch Military Disaster Relief Operations, 1953-2017 1. Introduction Natural disasters, such as floods, hurricanes, and earthquakes, often demand rapid and effective response mechanisms to mitigate loss of life and property…
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The concept of climate change as a “threat multiplier” emerged in 2007, primarily through the work of the CNA Military Advisory Board, which highlighted how climate change exacerbates existing security threats, such as…