The Endurance Myth: A Closer Look at Military Readiness The notion that military power is a never ending well, waiting to be tapped whenever and wherever needed, has been dealt a significant blow by the ongoing conflict in Iran.
This myth has been a long time coming, as the strain on personnel, equipment, and finances becomes increasingly palpable.
Recovery of oil flows from the Persian Gulf has reached about 40% of prewar levels, but this modest success story belies more pressing concerns for US military readiness.