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U.S. Global Defense Posture, 1783-2011

This monograph describes the evolution of the U.S. global defense posture from 1783 to the present as the nation grew from a relatively weak and insular regional power into the preeminent global power. As new and unpredictable threats emerge, alliance relationships are revised, and resources decline...

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Main Author: Pettyjohn, Stacie L. (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: RAND Corporation 2012
Subjects:
Economic systems & structures
Management of real estate, property & plant
Defence strategy, planning & research
International relations
Diplomacy
Political Science
Business
History
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Summary:This monograph describes the evolution of the U.S. global defense posture from 1783 to the present as the nation grew from a relatively weak and insular regional power into the preeminent global power. As new and unpredictable threats emerge, alliance relationships are revised, and resources decline, past efforts at dealing with similar problems yield important lessons for future decisions.
ISBN:j.ctt24hrv8
9780833079084
9780833076960
Access:Open Access

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