Force, Statecraft and German Unity: The Struggle to Adapt Institutions andPractices

摘要

The authors review German security and defense policy, reflecting on the past,present, and future of this issue. Unification of Germany as an empire and a republic at various times in its history is discussed. The process of diplomatic, strategic, and collective psychological readjustment as it affects Europe, and Germany in particular, is explored. The future of war and peace in Europe and security and defense policy as an expression of Germany's aspirations in the world system of nations is also discussed.