Millennium Challenge 2002: The Controversial Military Exercise and Its Lasting Impact
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Summary
The article examines the controversial Millennium Challenge 2002 (MC '02) military exercise, which was the most ambitious and costly simulation in U.S. history. The exercise pitted future U.S. military capabilities against a potential adversary to inform strategy and procurement decisions, but became infamous for alleged corruption and manipulation of results. The piece explores the exercise's legacy, the controversy surrounding its outcomes, and how it influenced military thinking despite its flawed execution.
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When it was conducted, this exercise was the most ambitious and costly military simulation in American history.
It pitted the U.S. military (with capabilities projected five years into the future) against a nameless potential adversary, with outcome intended to inform future strategy and procurement decisions.
Controversy immediately surrounded the exercise's execution and results.
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