although it was described Statement by the cia as `` a cooperative effort by the unk services of several south american countries to combat terrorism and subversion , '' `` guerrillas '' were used Using as an excuse , as they were never substantial enough to control territory , gain material support by any foreign power , or otherwise threaten national security .

The campaign was marked Recording by disagreements , indecision , and miscommunication on the part of British leaders , and by a remarkable set of cooperative decisions , at times in violation of orders , by the French and Americans .