Abstract
Contemporary analyses of denial strategies risk conceptual confusion because they neglect the legacies of two distinct traditions: coercion versus control. This article explores the two traditions’ legacies from a broader perspective. It shows how neglecting those legacies contributes to conceptual confusion concerning operational conduct and strategic affairs in the South China Sea. The article facilitates smoother communication between and among civilians and military members involved in operational planning, which is essential if the United States and its allies want to combine military and nonmilitary instruments in future operations.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.55540/0031-1723.3377
Recommended Citation
Samuel Zilincik, "Legacies Worth Considering: (Re)examining the Assumptions Behind Denial Strategies," Parameters 56, no. 1 (2026), doi:10.55540/0031-1723.3377.