Talk:Revolution in Military Affairs
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[edit] History of RMA
I'd like to fill in more on the history of the RMA. Everything I've read indicates its evolved from the Soviet idea of a "military technical revolution". Does naybody have any more info on this concept?--Herda05 21:02, 5 May 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Suggestion
A suggestion for those working on this article: currently, the introduction explains what RIMA is "tied to" and "associated with." I think it would be helpful to state exacly what RIMA is. --Alex S 06:31, 18 June 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Economic aspects?
I wonder if there are sources regarding the economic impact of RMA doctrines. Seems to me that a de-emphasis on "boots on the ground" means less expenditure on the human needs of soldiers and veterans (housing, food, rehabilitation, widows' benefits, etc. etc.), which don't bring hefty returns to corporate shareholders, and more expenditure on high-priced weapon systems, which do - whether or not they actually work in the field. So in one sense, is RMA/Rumsfeld Doctrine warfare nothing more that "lower-overhead/higher-profit" warfare?
