Logistics Implications of Maneuver Warfare. Volume 5. Operational Reform in NATO

Abstract

This volume uses plausible war scenarios to identify and describe the operational-tactical reforms that are needed to improve NATO's defense posture. These scenarios are plausible because they have been derived from what we believe are realistic assessments of the conditions and military capabilities of the two sides as described at some length in the preceding four volumes of this report. We begin this volume by recapitulating the principal assumptions that determine the nature of the Soviet offensive and describe the characteristics of the scenarios that are implied. Then, we identify the key weaknesses of the NATO defense posture and its tactical doctrine in countering the Soviet threat. Finally, we outline a maneuver-oriented defense concept for NATO that is suited to defeating that threat. Keywords: Air land battle doctrine.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1989
Accession Number
ADA211561

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  • Frans Nauta

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  • LMI

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  • Air Platforms
  • Counter WMD
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
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  • Air Defense
  • Air Force
  • Amphibious Operations
  • Attrition
  • Combat Areas
  • Combat Forces
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • East Germany
  • Employment
  • Geography
  • International Relations
  • Lessons Learned
  • Military Organizations
  • Tactical Air Support
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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