MOSUL STUDY GROUP: WHAT THE BATTLE FOR MOSUL TEACHES THE FORCE

The Center for Army Lessons Learned recently published a report capturing immediate impressions about the campaign of Iraqi security forces (ISF) to liberate the Iraqi city of Mosul from the Islamic State.  The report is accessible for CAC users.  Additionally, the Modern War Institute at West Point recently hosted Colonel Pat Work, commander of 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne, who discussed what he learned as a coalition partner with ISF during the intense fight.  Embedded in the Modern War Institute's article is a 56 minute video of Colonel Work's remarks to USMA cadets, staff and faculty.