Accession Number:

ADA399107

Title:

Penetrating the Space Medium: A Roadmap for Alliance/Coalitions

Descriptive Note:

Master's thesis

Corporate Author:

AIR UNIV MAXWELL AFB AL

Personal Author(s):

• Finnegan, Terrence J.

Report Date:

1998-04-01

Pagination or Media Count:

52.0

Abstract:

As the 21st century rapidly approaches, the evolving global community is experiencing a reevaluation of cultures role as it transcends into the space medium. The fourth dimension of space is becoming a legitimate frontier for future alliancecoalitions. However, the ability to acquire access for alliancecoalition members will be dependent upon space-faring nations willingness to share expensive and vulnerable technologies. This technological dependency could undermine the fabric of the multinational relationship. The roadmap is offered as a means for future alliancecoalitions to proceed. It is built on the premise that the foundation for alliancecoalition progress is based on increased cultural awareness. It is through greater understanding of the cultural mind set that increased interaction between the member nations of alliancecoalitions can be accomplished. The paper will explore opportunities for improved interaction, to include expanding the influence of alliancecoalitions on command structures and increasing cultural awareness opportunities within the military at large.

Descriptors:

• *AIR FORCE PLANNING
• *SPACE DEFENSE
• CROSS CULTURE(SOCIOLOGY)
• THESES
• JOINT MILITARY ACTIVITIES
• MILITARY MODERNIZATION
• INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
• AIR FORCE OPERATIONS

Subject Categories:

• Defense Systems
• Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE