The Problem of Interoperability of Polish Forces With NATO
Abstract
Following the collapse of the Iron Curtain in Europe Poland's interests lay in rejoining the Western European cultural society an interest which always existed in Poland's history except for the last forty-five years. In order to facilitate this desire Poland realized the need to create a stable and fixed security system in Europe, since the order established at Yalta had disappeared. From the beginning of the institution of a democratic government in Poland, the NATO Alliance was considered the only stable factor in this part of world. The presence of U.S. forces was seen as a precondition for the stability and security of the region. The Polish eight year effort to gain acceptance to join NATO succeeded in 1999. It accelerated a difficult period of transforming not only for military structures, but also for the entire nation as a whole. This paper will attempt to focus on the primary challenges concerned with the interoperability of Polish military forces with those of the other nations who belong to NATO. While the principle areas have been identified, some delay will take place before complete integration is completed. The purpose of this document will be to define some of those areas which require further effort before meeting acceptable standards.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 07, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA377178
Entities
People
- Marek Ojrzanowski
Organizations
- United States Army War College