Surprise and the New Soviet Threat in Europe.

Abstract

In this paper, the author examines the historical use of surprise by the Red Army and its application as an integral part of contemporary Soviet military thought. Also discussed is the changing balance of combat power in Europe and the resulting increased potential for a successful Soviet/Pact offensive in that theater. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA047751

Entities

People

  • William S. Mcpeak Jr

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Central Europe
  • Civil Defense
  • Combat Operations
  • Combat Readiness
  • Doctrine
  • Employment
  • Military History
  • Military Operations
  • Nato Forces
  • Nuclear Weapons
  • Second World War
  • Security
  • Training
  • Ussr
  • Warfare

Readers

  • European Security and Defence Policy (ESDP).
  • Military History / Militaries and War Studies