The techniques of war used by the United States during the summer of 2003 were nothing short of unorganized and unnecessary. In fact, they can't even be labeled as military techniques at all. There was no method of capture, no rules of engagement, and no regard for civilian welfare. Soldiers were told that if someone looked like the enemy, they should attack. This gave incentive to act on racial profiling and the attack of innocents.
Civilians suffered at the hands of the United States military. They were attacked, their homes were broken into, their families were treated poorly, and their valuables were ransacked and stolen right in front of them. Iraqi civilians were captured at the drop of the hat if they looked suspicious, regardless of their innocence.
In regards to civilian welfare, there was absolutely no technique employed by the United State military. Ironic, actually, considering their original intention of occupation was to bring down a dictator, establish a new government, and then exit the country. All in the name of protecting the civilians, who have now become the victims of their paranoia.
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