Constraints on the Projection of Conventional US Military Forces.

Abstract

This memorandum reviews recent developments and trends which tend to constrain the projection of, and in some instances, the effects of US conventional ground forces as a form of military power used to influence events in a crisis situation, initially short of open warfare. Particular attention is directed to the examination of growing Communist bloc capabilities in a role vis-a-vis the capabilities of the United States. Consideration is given to those factors of an economic, political, and sociological nature as well as those of the military sphere. Lastly, some preliminary insights are developed as to the effects these limiting trends may have on the emerging policies and planning of the United States, in an era typified by worldwide change in strategic relationships. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 25, 1977
Accession Number
ADA041054

Entities

People

  • Donald Esper

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

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Communities of Interest

  • Cyber
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Air Defense
  • Air Force
  • Combat Operations
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Department Of Defense
  • Foreign Policy
  • Foreign Relations
  • International Organizations
  • Military History
  • Military Science
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Tactical Air Support
  • United States
  • Ussr
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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