Germany's Unification and Its Implications on U.S. Security Strategy
Abstract
Germany's unification was a major event that changed the political scene in Europe and worldwide. It had been a goal of U.S. policy for decades and was supported by the Bush administration. Unification brought Germany full sovereignty and changed institutions and relations both in Europe and with the United States. NATO lost the common interest of deterring communism. The Alliance is struggling with the search for a new strategy and mission and with ongoing troop reductions. NATO has also to adapt to an increased European integration which led to the revitalization of the WEU and the creation of the Eurocorps. European nations now try to compensate for increased German influence by speeding up the integration process also in the EC which caused the partial failure of the Maastricht treaty. Germany is often trapped in a position between the United States and European nations, especially France. A major effort of both the United Sates and Germany will be necessary to adapt their relations to new realities and to find new common ground.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 19, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA264534
Entities
People
- Stephan D. Kretschmer
Organizations
- United States Army War College