Reconfiguring the American military presence in Europe /
Raymond A. Millen.
Description
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English
- Published
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[Carlisle Barracks, PA] : Strategic Studies Institute, U.S. Army War College, 2004.
- Summary
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The author examines America's options regarding the basing of ground troops in Europe and considers three major options available to the United States--complete withdrawal, annual rotations, and restructuring the Alliance to accommodate a smaller U.S. presence. While weighing the advantages and disadvantages of each option, he does not lose sight of the ultimate objective of NATO--to provide credible land power for the full spectrum of operations. He introduces a NATO 3-3 Force Structure concept that rests on a smaller NATO ground force adaptive to the capabilities and wealth of member states; increases interoperability (technologically and procedurally); and supports the expeditionary force structure already in progress by the formal establishment of three standing combined joint task forces (CJTF). Additionally, he recommends the adoption of nine division-sized bases in Europe located at key geostrategic points for greater access to the Middle East and Africa.
- Note
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"February 2004."
Electronic version also available on the SSI website.
- Physical Description
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vii, 34 p. ;
23 cm.
- ISBN
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1584871512
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