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Military advisors, a vital part of the geographic combatant commander's overall theater plan, produce impacts at all three levels of warfare. Their challenging duties are influenced by many factors, both within and outside of the individual's span of control. Thus, it is imperative that advisor personnel be provided all the tools necessary to succeed, which is accomplished primarily via pre-deployment training. Unfortunately, the current separate approaches the Services take to deliver this training are insufficient. This paper examines past and current advisor training methodologies of each Service, identifying key shortfalls in three main areas: language training, cultural familiarization, and an understanding of how to influence. Finally, the paper draws conclusions about the future course of training and recommends the creation of a joint military advisor training course that primarily focuses on the three critical mental skills necessary for advisor success. |
