FOREWORD
This publication is for those forces who could possibly deploy to the Former Republic of Yugoslavia, primarily Bosnia-Herzegovina, to support the peace. This operation poses many diverse challenges not faced by our military forces in recent operations. A major concern remains, that of protecting the force. U.S. forces must be combat ready to engage in operations ranging from peacekeeping to peace enforcement to conventional warfare almost simultaneously. Security of U.S., coalition, NATO, and UN forces and personnel will require detailed planning.
To assist in the operation, this Special Edition CALL Newsletter introduces both Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatia. It provides information on geography, climate, culture, government, infrastructure, and the military. In addition, it presents an introduction to the Serbo-Croat language. Key phases, English translations, and phonetics to assist in pronunciation are provided to assist the soldier. Finally, the publication presents tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP) for the soldier in both Operations Other Than War (OOTW) and war. The information in this Special Edition does not replicate that presently found in doctrinal publications. It is not intended to serve as a program to guide the conduct of operations and training. Rather, this newsletter is designed to highlight information and lessons that may be applicable in this unique environment.
During World War II, U.S. military visiting Northern Ireland were advised to avoid discussing religion and politics. A similar warning is appropriate for modern Bosnia and Croatia. Subjects of particular sensitivity include differing views of the region's religions, politics, language or languages, and history. Also sensitive is the question of responsibility for the current war. Individual members of all three national/ethnic groups tend to blame the other two groups as a whole for crimes against the speakers' group. Those who directly question such assertions may find themselves categorized as supporters of "enemy" groups.
This newsletter is designed for your use and dissemination. If your unit has identified other relevant lessons or information, share them with the rest of the U.S. Army by contacting CALL at DSN 552-2255 or 3035, FAX DSN 552-9564, or commercial (913) 684-9564. The E-mail address for CALL is: call@leavenworth.army.mil.
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