The United States Air Force in Europe : an analysis within the post-cold war security environment.
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Authors
Moeller, Matthew K.
Subjects
Advisors
Brown, R. Mitchell
Date of Issue
1992-12
Date
Publisher
Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School
Language
en_US
Abstract
A United States Air Force presence in Europe promotes stability in the region
and displays an ongoing U.S. commitment towards a peaceful and prosperous
Europe. These forces also enable the U.S. to have an important voice in European
security matters that directly affect the United States. In addition, a United States
Air Force presence in Europe provides flexible and mobile combat forces which
are essential in sustaining American and allied security interests within the new
international order.
While the U.S. Air Force in Europe is being reduced in size, it is adjusting and
reorganizing to more effectively and efficiently perform its still critical roles
within the region. According to current plans, there will be approximately three
forward deployed active duty fighter wings stationed in Europe. U.S. nuclear
guarantees for Europe will be supported by U.S. Air Force multi-role
fighter/ attack aircraft. To maintain effective strategic agility capabilities within
the region, it will be essential that the United States continue to stay actively
involved within the European political and military environment.
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Thesis
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Department
National Security Affairs (NSA)
Organization
Naval Postgraduate School
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Format
112 p.;28 cm.
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Distribution Statement
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.