Anglo-French Nuclear Cooperation: Prospects and Possible Strategic Impacts.
Abstract
The purpose is to assess the prospects for Anglo-French nuclear cooperation and to examine its possible strategic impacts. Data were gathered through literature search and evaluated against a broad background of strategic positions. Strategic nuclear programs of Britain and France are outlined briefly, followed by a discussion of reasons why each chose to be a nuclear nation. Strengths and weaknesses are presented to develop areas where cooperation may be mutually beneficial. Economic, political and strategic military advantages as well as obstacles to cooperation are argued. Several forms of cooperation in both technical and operational areas are presented and evaluated. The attitudes of European NATO nations, the USSR, and the US concerning Anglo-French cooperation are examined. (Modified author abstract)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 09, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0761035
Entities
People
- John B. Oblinger
Organizations
- United States Army War College