An Examination of Congressional Motives for Impacting on Military Strategy

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Abstract:

The Congress through its power of the purse has a great impact on military strategy. In recent years this impact has determined the weapons system and size of the armed forces our Nation has to secure its objectives. By examining the Base Closure Act of 1988, this paper explores what motivates the Congress in determining the resources available to the Nations armed forces. It concludes with recommendations for the proper placement of responsibility for military strategy.

Author(s):
Lewellyn, William E.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA
Descriptive Note:
Study project
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA234226
Pagination:
0036

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
AWC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_4.7.1_Real Property Life Cycle Management; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.1.3_Influence Adversary and Competitor Audiences; JCA_8.1_Communicate; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_8.2.1_Partner with Governments and Institutions; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_1.3.1_Personnel and Family Support; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*MILITARY STRATEGY, WEAPON SYSTEMS, IMPACT, CONGRESS, NATIONS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
*MILITARY STRATEGY, WEAPON SYSTEMS, NATIONAL SECURITY
Report Date:
1991 Mar 04