Cia And The Cold War Era,
2010
Liberty University
Cia And The Cold War Era, Mary E. Byers
Senior Honors Theses
The purpose of this thesis is to explore the creation of the Central Intelligence Agency and its role in the Cold War. Great detail highlights the timeliness of the CIA’s creation and dynamic role over the years that followed its founding. For half a century, attempts to understand the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics dominated the CIA’s agenda. Thus, careful study of this era is important to understanding the progression of intelligence within the United States. The avenue of research for this thesis was a collaboration of published books, online journals, credible websites, and personal interviews. The development of the …
Ddasaccident589,
2010
Humanitarian DeminingAccident and Incident Database
Ddasaccident589, Hd-Aid
Global CWD Repository
The team leader [the Victim] was doing a QA check on one of the Foot Track already cleared by the deminer. Out of five mines laid only one M14 AP mine has been recovered from this FT. The team leader was trying to recheck the cleared area again with the metal detector trying to find the missing mine, during his QA check he stepped on one deep buried M14 AP mine in the area which has been already checked by the deminer and Team Leader.
Post-Conflict Impact Assessment In Cambodia,
2010
MAG (Mines Advisory Group)
Post-Conflict Impact Assessment In Cambodia, Ruth Bottomley, Phuong Ponha
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
This article presents a pilot study that tested the Post-conflict Impact Assessment methodology conducted by MAG Cambodia (Mines Advisory Group Cambodia) in the first quarter of 2009. Funded by the United Kingdom Department for International Development, the pilot was implemented to gauge the suitability and effectiveness of the PCIA methodology to collect impact-assessment data related to MAG’s humanitarian mine-action activities. This article describes the methodology, outlines the process of the pilot study and concludes by discussing the findings that emerged from the pilot, which are currently helping to inform the development of a MAG impact-assessment tool.
South Sudan: The Role Of Bangladeshi Military Deminers,
2010
United Nations Mission in Sudan
South Sudan: The Role Of Bangladeshi Military Deminers, Md Tarek Abdullah
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
This article is an endeavor to give an overview of the mine and unexploded ordnance situation in South Sudan, highlighting the role of the Bangladesh Military Demining Platoon (formerly the Bangladesh Military Demining Company). Ultimately, their efforts served to clear 2,733,858 square meters (676 acres) in five of the country’s most affected areas.
Non-Technical Survey: A Model For Evidence-Based Assessment,
2010
Stockholm University
Non-Technical Survey: A Model For Evidence-Based Assessment, Aron Larsson, Love Ekenberg, Asa Wessel, Håvard Bach
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
In an ongoing effort to improve the Non-technical Survey, the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining teamed with Stockholm University to create an enhanced version of the Cambodia Mine Action Centre’s Evidence Assessment Model. The aim of the project was to make the existing model more user-friendly and modify the current standards for assessment of mine-affected land. CMAC is testing a revised model to ensure that it meets the needs of their Non-technical Survey teams.
Letter To The Editor,
2010
International Campaign to Ban Landmines
Letter To The Editor, Tamar Gabelnick
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
I was dismayed to read Dennis Barlow’s editorial “Amending the Ottawa Convention: A Way Forward,” in the Winter 2009 edition of The Journal of ERW and Mine Action. The idea of weakening one of the core provisions of this highly effective treaty should raise alarm bells throughout the mine-action community. The treaty as it stands provides the best protection for civilians living in mine-affected countries without placing an undue burden on their governments.
A Tribute To Dennis Barlow,
2010
James Madison University (JMU)
A Tribute To Dennis Barlow, John Noftsinger
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
When I first met Dennis Barlow in the Senate Armed Services Conference Room on Capitol Hill in February 1996, he was dressed in his U.S. Army uniform. He had been summoned from his Pentagon office by Virginia’s Senior Senator John Warner to meet with James Madison University’s then-President Dr. Ronald Carrier and me. We engaged him in conversation, explained our purpose for the meeting and explored several ideas.
Ottawa Survey Results,
2010
Center for International Stabilization and Recovery at JMU (CISR)
Ottawa Survey Results, Nicole Neitzey
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
In the last issue, The Journal ran an editorial by Dennis Barlow suggesting the Ottawa Convention should be amended to redefine the endstate required for clearance goals to be met. We then asked our readers to submit their opinion via a short online survey.
Building The Foundation For Sustainable Prosthetic And Orthotic Services In Cambodia,
2010
The Cambodia Trust
Building The Foundation For Sustainable Prosthetic And Orthotic Services In Cambodia, Michael Scott
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
The Cambodia Trust was formed in 1989 to meet the rehabilitative needs of Cambodia’s many landmine survivors. Five years after its inception, the Trust helped establish the Cambodian School of Prosthetics and Orthotics, which has since provided invaluable services to Cambodia’s landmine survivors. This article explores the various ways rehabilitation services are being strengthened in Cambodia through this school and its partnership with other organizations.
The Cromac Qa/Qc System,
2010
Croatian Mine Action Centre (CROMAC)
The Cromac Qa/Qc System, Nikola Gambiroza
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
In order to achieve efficiency in the established humanitarian demining quality-assurance/quality-control system, acceptable quality levels have been defined for mechanical ground processing using demining machines, manual-detection methods and/or a combination of the manual method and the use of mine-detection dogs.
Falkland-Malvinas Islands Update,
2010
Center for International Stabilization and Recovery at JMU (CISR)
Falkland-Malvinas Islands Update, Cory Kuklick
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
Since conflict between the United Kingdom and Argentina ceased in 1982, the Falkland-Malvinas Islands have remained riddled with landmines. Under its obligation to the Ottawa Convention, the U.K. is removing the landmines from this territory. Despite concerns about clearance there, a successful pilot program has been conducted.
Linking Mine Action And Economic Development,
2010
New York University Wagner School of Public Service
Linking Mine Action And Economic Development, Charles Downs
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
There is often a separation between mine-action programs and economic development, which is unfortunate because mine action is an important part of economic progress. This article focuses on potential strategies for the integration of support to economic development into mine-action programs.
An Analysis Of Mre Provisions In Recent Ma-Related Conventions,
2010
United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS)
An Analysis Of Mre Provisions In Recent Ma-Related Conventions, Gustavo Laurie
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
A trend in the international community regarding explosive remnants of war and mine action is the incorporation of mine-risk education, highlighting the effectiveness of the process as a tool to avoid accidents. MRE as a concept is an appropriate course of action for mine-affected countries, and thus is included in the most influential provisions and conventions.
Two Strategies For Landmine Detection By Giant Pouched Rats,
2010
APOPO
Two Strategies For Landmine Detection By Giant Pouched Rats, Alan Poling, Christophe Cox, Bart Weetjens, Negussie Beyene, Andrew Sully
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
This article compares the performance of Giant African Pouched Rats under two different management systems, both appropriate for mine-detection operational use. Employing International Mine Action Standards for accreditation, the researchers outline the process of conditioning and testing these mine-detection animals for field use.
Arwa: An Inspiring Story For Landmine Survivors,
2010
Yemen Executive Mine Action Center
Arwa: An Inspiring Story For Landmine Survivors, Mansour Al-Ezzi, Lauren Hill
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
In 1999, Arwa Ali Saeed Wais was herding sheep in Al-Atabat village in the Morais district of Al-Dhale’e governorate, Yemen. As was the tradition in Arwa’s village, she spent much of her childhood caring for her family’s sheep in the nearby mountainous area instead of attending school. When she was 10 years old, she stepped on a landmine. Her right leg was immediately torn off, and her left leg was severely damaged. She was sent to Ibn Khaldon Hospital in Lahj governorate, where she underwent an above-the-knee bilateral amputation. After she was discharged from the hospital, she returned home to …
Endnotes Issue 14.1,
2010
Center for International Stabilization and Recovery at JMU (CISR)
Endnotes Issue 14.1, Cisr Journal
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
Endnotes Issue 14.1
Signature Recognition: Reading The Signs Of Explosive Ordnance,
2010
C King Associates, Ltd.
Signature Recognition: Reading The Signs Of Explosive Ordnance, Colin King
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
Signature recognition can be a valuable tool for identifying types of ordnance emplaced, clearing ordnance and enhancing mine-risk education. Additionally, it aids medical professionals in determining the cause of injury and can identify illegal ordnance use. While signature recognition is already a major component of explosive-ordnance-disposal training, it can also provide substantial benefits for local communities affected by landmines.
The Journal Of Erw And Mine Action Issue 14.1 (2010),
2010
Center for International Stabilization and Recovery at JMU (CISR)
The Journal Of Erw And Mine Action Issue 14.1 (2010), Cisr Journal
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
Focus: Asia and the Pacific | Feature: Military Role in Mine Action and EOD | Special Report: Novel Approaches to Landmine/ERW Remediation | Notes from the Field | Research and Development
Environmental Impact On The Functionality Of Landmines: Does Aging Matter?,
2010
Danish Coastal Authority
Environmental Impact On The Functionality Of Landmines: Does Aging Matter?, Martin Jebens
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
Mines buried in Skallingen, Denmark, during World War II have since shown varying reactions to their environments in beach, dune and marsh areas. This article explains the results of several tests that may assist in the development of a more efficient, cost-effective demining plan in these areas. It also posits that a similar analysis of mines and soils in other old minefields could result in more flexibility with clearance, leading to greater efficiency.
The Saloglu Project,
2010
Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action
The Saloglu Project, Perviz Gidayev
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
After the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Azerbaijan and the subsequent destruction of an Azeri ammunition warehouse, a large portion of the southern region was contaminated by unexploded ordnance. Following an incorrect initial estimate and the obstacle of lack of funds, the Saloglu Project, a partnership among NATO, its Maintenance and Supply Agency, and the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action, was undertaken to clear the UXO. There is still work to be done, but much has already been accomplished.
