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<p>This study investigates private military corporations (PMCs) to examine  their effectiveness and efficiency as a substitute for traditional military  forces. The PMC consists of a for profit firm that provides military services  that range from combat operations to training, security and logistics support.  While the PMCs represent a solution to issues such as insufficient military  resources to provide direct support to other nations, there remain a number of  political and structural barriers to their widespread use.
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<br>Subjects: Private military companies; History; Paramilitary forces; Mercenary troops; Private security services; Contracting out; Training</div>
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Burge, Robert A.</div>
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