Norway and the Northern Front: Wartime Prospects

Abstract

Since 1949, NATO has relied on Norway to hold the Northern Flank against a Soviet invasion until allied reinforcements arrive. This paper assesses the ability of Norway to do this based on its military force structure and political climate. NATO strategy for war in the Norwegian Sea is reviewed as are proposed Soviet plans for the invasion of Norway. Findings predict the outcome and assess NATO's reliance on Norway. Several recommendations are made to improve US and NATO strategy on the Northern Flank.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1989
Accession Number
ADA217547

Entities

People

  • Robert F. Kernan

Organizations

  • Air War College

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Counter WMD
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Amphibious Operations
  • Antisubmarine Aircraft
  • Artillery
  • Ballistic Missile Submarines
  • Ballistic Missiles
  • Geography
  • International Relations
  • Military Organizations
  • Nato
  • Navy
  • Terrain
  • Topography
  • Treaties
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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  • Polar and Arctic Studies
  • Strategic Security Studies