U.S. Navy - U.S. Air Force Relationships 1970-2010. Revision
Abstract
This unique document comprehensively surveys the record of USN and USAF cooperation and rivalry since the beginning of the 20th century, with special emphasis on the period from 1970 to 2010. It also identifies and analyses the principal drivers toward cooperation and rivalry, grouping them into four categories: Conceptual and operational, organizational, material, and personal. It makes some judgements on the evolution of the relationship, showing that while Navy-Air Force inter-service rivalry has at times been particularly intense, and while those aspects of the relationship have indeed become ingrained in the cultures of each service, there has also been a long history of close cooperation which can be built upon by the two services as they develop a closer relationship today. The 1990s, in particular, were a watershed period, beginning with the experience of both services in Operation Desert Storm. The study provides context and perspective for decision-makers and staffs concerned with contemporary and future U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force relationships (e.g., The AirSea Battle concept and Navy-Air Force headquarters staff Warfighter talks.) It also provides a basic resource and primer for further research and analyses by students and analysts of naval and military affairs.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2011
- Accession Number
- ADA545714
Entities
People
- Karin Duggan
- Peter M. Swartz
Organizations
- Center for Naval Analyses