Abstract
The following article deals with some common misconceptions about deminers, demining, and demining equipment. It is not an academic paper, but it is rather a discussion prompt. Some of the points are old enough to appear bearded to the field men--sorry about that--but newcomers still need to hear them. A few are contentious. To some extent, I am playing devil's advocate although all of the points raised in this article have arisen during my field work. I believe that they deserve an airing, and I would be interested to hear any well-reasoned, contrary opinions, or any words of support.
Recommended Citation
Smith, Andy
(1998)
"Myths, Mines, and Ground Clearance,"
Journal of Mine Action
: Vol. 2
:
Iss.
3
, Article 3.
Available at:
https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/cisr-journal/vol2/iss3/3
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