Soviet Discussion of a Cadre-Militia System
Abstract
Soviet military and political leaders are currently engaged in a debate about instituting a cadre-militia system. Such a system would consist of a significantly smaller regular army, manned either by conscripts or volunteers, and a territorial militia based on universal service. Influential military men appear to divided on how to respond to the prospect of reorganization. Depending upon its ultimate form, the change to a cadre-militia system could severely restrict the Soviet Union's ability to conduct large-scale offensive operations. The discussion will probably continue for some time to come, and its resolution promises to have far-reaching consequences for the security policy of the United States and its allies. Arms control, Army personnel (Soviet), Disarmament, Foreign policy, International politics, Leadership, Military doctrine (Soviet), Military forces (Soviet), Military organizations (Soviet), National security, USSR, Warsaw pact countries.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA217643
Entities
People
- Suzanne M. Crow
Organizations
- Center for Naval Analyses