Revolutions in Russian Military Thought: Implications for U.S. Russian DefenseCooperation

摘要

In light of the growing spirit of partnership between the U.S. and Russiandefense establishments, Russian military thought deserves a fresh look. U.S. decisionmakers have a range of policy options before them. One strategy for increasing ties might be to address, by U.S. actions, the major issues which continue to affect the development of Russian military thought. Clearly, the U.S. has a long-term interest in seeing Russia succeed in its epic struggle to transform itself into a modern democracy. U.S. defense policy--if boldly but delicately formulated--can contribute to that success....Russian, Theory, Doctrine, Contacts, Exchanges, Cooperation.