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Military Dominance as an Effect of Air Power, 2004.
A study to determine the role air delivery technologies and reliable airfield infrastructures play in military combat operations.
4,213 words (approx. 16.9 pages), 14 sources, APA, AU$ 162.95
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This study examines the relationship between U.S. military success and the acquisition of airstrips in enemy territory. It puts forward that argument that U.S. military forces have the ability to successfully accomplish any mission when provided with access and control of foreign airfields. Successful military operations are dependent upon reliable air delivery technologies and airfield infrastructures. These infrastructures provide the communications support and manpower necessary to promote success in any climate. The study focuses on the ability of the U.S. military to project itself to any theater of war from any aircraft carrier. It also details the importance of securing military airstrips to enable deployment of additional troops and supplies. It links past military successes with such efforts.
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Abstract
List of Tables
List of Figures
Introduction
Problem Statement (or Purpose)
Significance of the Study
Assumptions
Limitations
Definitions (or Acronyms)
Review of Relevant Literature and Research
Research Methodology
Research Technique
Research Design
Survey Population
Sources of Data
The Data Gathering Instrument
Pilot Study
Pretest
Distribution Method
Reliability
Validity
Treatment of Data and Procedures
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Appendixes
Bibliography
Instrument or Survey or Sample Data
Proposed Project Schedule
Methodology Worksheet
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"In most cases airfields are developed near cities, which may provide key strategic locality for military personnel. The acquisition of airfields in the past has often meant the difference between success and failure. Oftentimes, air force personnel have no method of relief other than provided through air transportation. Supplies and personnel can be delivered thanks to modern technologies. Military strategic objectives revolve around the ability of personnel to seize or gain access to key installations. Operatives are no longer reliant upon the capability of ships. The center of gravity for military success has definitely become military airstrips. The recent military success in Afghanistan further supports the idea that the U.S. military dominates in the arena of airpower, and can adapt their operations to accommodate an airfield whether it is fully equipped or unprepared."
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American Air Power in World War II, 2005.
A look at the strategic and tactical methods of air power used by U.S. forces to defeat Germany.
2,342 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 104.95
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This paper describes the historical and technical development of the strategic and tactical air power methods used by the U.S. to defeat the Nazis. The paper also describes the extreme conditions that pilots operated under during WWII and the courage and heroism required of the pilots of that era.
Air Power Flexibility and Versatility during WWII
A B-17 Crew Member ? a Gunner ? Writes to his Mother
The Dangers of Fighter Pilots being Shot down
Body Armor (?Flak Suits?) Protected Some Air Corps Fliers
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"There was a predictable yet seemingly restrained power struggle ongoing during the buildup to the U.S. engagement in Europe, between the ground forces and air command units; Spires writes (4) that a Field Manual on April 9, 1942 (Aviation in Support of Ground Forces) offered ?much to satisfy the most ardent air power proponents in the newly designated Army Air Forces (AAF).? There would be some layers of authority to go through however, since the ground commanders would initiate requests for air power ? through air support parties ? and the requests would then be sent to air support command for approval. If indeed approved, the command at air support would issue orders to aircraft."
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Air Power in the U.S., 2002.
An overview of the development of airpower throughout American history.
4,900 words (approx. 19.6 pages), 11 sources, AU$ 257.95
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This paper is about the revolution of air power in the US. From biplanes and jets to precision guided munitions and finally venturing into space for warfare, the air power worldwide has gone through rapid change and development. Through the World, Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars, the US air power has evolved, incorporating the developments around the globe and working on its own to fight the enemy's moral force.
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"The Rise of American Air Power: The Creation of Armageddon ", 2002.
Reviews this book by Prof. Michael S. Sherry on the role that the American airforce plays in the country's foreign policy.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 38.95
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Michael S. Sherry is a professor of history at Northwestern University. His research and writing focuses on the role played by military force and strategy in American foreign policy. His book, "The Rise of American Air Power: The Creation of Armageddon" won the 1988 Bancroft Prize in American history.
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"Bombing to Win: Air Power and Coercion in War", 2002.
An analysis of the book by Robert A. Pap.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 38.95
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This book report highlights the essential issues discussed and fundamental points displayed in the book "Bombing to Win: Air Power and Coercion in War" by Robert A. Pape.
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Air Power and the Pacific Arena in WWII, 1993.
An analysis of the success of the air strategy for Allies according to the Fabyanic model and Clausewitz's nine principles of war.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 10 sources, AU$ 184.95
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"U.S. strategic air operations played a vital role in the success of the Allies in the Pacific arena during World War II. For example, Allied air power was a factor in the systematic recapture of the islands which had been taken by the Japanese. In addition, once bases were established on these islands, U.S. air forces were exploited for the purpose of conducting massive bombing raids on mainland Japan. This paper will show that this strategic use of air power was completely effective in terms of attaining U.S. objectives in the Pacific. The Fabyanic framework will be used for analysis of the air strategy, and Clausewitz's nine principles of war will be used for assessing that strategy.
The background of the Pacific conflict can be traced to the early 1930's, when Japan began conquering its neighboring countries. In 1931, Japanese troops invaded the Manchurian..."
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Military Studies: Airpower Theory, 2008.
This paper is a military study of air power theory developed by William Mitchell and Giulio Douhet.
1,564 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 74.95
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This paper analyzes the superiority of air power that had evolved from the military of William Mitchell and Giulio Douhet. In the author's view, by understanding the balance of naval and air power in these theories, Mitchell provides the most comprehensive theory that uses air power as a separate, but unified naval approach to modern warfare. By also analyzing the limited naval strategies of Julian Corbett and A. T. Mahan, the author states that one can realize that Mitchell's theory of air power in conjunction with a strong navy is the ideal approach to an effective military force.
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"In World War II, the integration of the navy and the air force during the Pacific arena of fighting was extremely important due to the nature of air dominance that was needed to move the navy about so that they could drop soldiers onto the land. This initiative was part of Mitchell's understanding of a cooperative balance (Mitchell's desire to separate, but not to isolate the different sectors of the military) between navy and air power (Jones 2004, 24) that would help create scenarios where the enemy would have to build a greater air force in order to deal with heavy bombing on their land forces if they did not. By taking Douhet's theories on air power through bombing techniques, it became essential for militaries to build far more aggressive and efficient ways to dominate the skies. Mitchell was essential able to begin processing the way that air power would have to be the dominant strategy to help understand why and how wars of the future would be fought."
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"State Power Is Male Power": Women And The Welfare State, 2002.
Argues that the welfare state, from a feminist perspective, is a feature of a patriarchal power structure.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 89.95
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Canada and the United States are in the midst of a period of economic expansion almost unprecedented in history. Integral to this expansion has been the tax and spending cuts of ideologically conservative governments. These governments have removed a great many lazy women and children from the welfare rolls and, through policies such as workfare, made them productive workers in our society. This paper will demonstrate, however, that this process may be seen as very logical when viewed from a feminist perspective. Underlying the conservative arguments about finances and budget is a subtextual debate about power in general and patriarchal power in particular. It will be argued that the welfare state is an integral feature of this patriarchal power structure. As such, the welfare state's focus on the weakest and the most disadvantaged in our society - whether in cutting benefits or controlling behaviour - reflects a continuing interest of patriarchal power structures in dominating the lives of women who are disproportionately represented in those dependent upon the welfare state.
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A Taxonomy of Power and Power-Compliance Gaining Strategies, 2001.
A discussion of the classification system defined by researchers French and Raven in 1959.
2,730 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 117.95
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The paper discusses French and Raven's taxonomy of five power sources available for gaining compliance: Coercive power, reward-based power, legitimate power, expert power and referent power. The paper defines each kind of power, giving examples from laboratory studies, advertising, corporate theory and gender-based linguistic studies. The paper includes a discussion not only on the ways of obtaining power, but also on the forms of resistance to that power.
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"Perhaps the most obvious definitionally and the crudest method in Raven?s taxonomy would be that of coercive power. Simply put, coercive power is the capacity to dispense punishments to those who do not comply with requests or demands. Consider, for instance, one of the most famous experiments ever conducted dealing with the exercise of power. In the study conducted by Stanley Milgram, subjects were recruited from ?a broad spectrum of socioeconomic and educational levels? to participate in a study of ?memory.? The subjects were then put into pairs, a teacher and a learner. The learner had to administer punishment through the use of electroshocks whenever the subject answered incorrectly. Of course, the learner was really a plant, a psychology student provided by Milgram. But the individual administering the punishment did not know that. So far as he or she knew, he or she had the ability to administer coercive power. Much to the shock and horror of the public when Milgram made his findings known, the ?teachers? did so to the point where the ?learners? protested that the shocks were becoming painful. This transpired as the level of electricity rose to 120 volts, then to 180 volts, to 300 where the subject demanded release, then to 330, when the learner became silent. (The actor playing the role of the experimenter told the subjects they had to go on, that there was no permanent tissue damage being done to the learners, and that he took ?full responsibility.?) Sixty-five percent of Milgram?s subjects conducted the experiment to the bitter end."
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The Significance of Relative Power Over Absolute Power, 2006.
An explanation as to why an emphasis on relative power in international relations is more important than absolute power.
1,313 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper takes a look at relative power versus absolute power, from both realist and liberal perspectives. The paper uses Canada and China as examples. The paper concludes that it is better for the state to emphasize a realist perspective rather than a liberalist one.
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"States have always been interacting with one another on a systemic level. According to realists, because states are self-interested, they worry about power of which there are two different kinds. Realists value relative power more than absolute power. Absolute power refers to a state's strive towards flourishing economically, and militarily. On the other hand, relative power refers to a state's emphasis on its relationship with other states around it, watching surrounding states and planning accordingly. However, unlike realists, liberals do not value power as highly and look to gains as being more important. Absolute gains follow a non-zero-sum mentality, which means that a state's gains are infinite. One state's gain does not have to be another state's loss as it could be in the case of relative gains. As a result, what is more important for a state to emphasize: a realist's view of power or the liberal view of gains?"
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From Imperialist Power to Super Power, 2002.
An examination of the history of the United States as an imperial power and consideration of the implications of its position now that America is the only country in the world able to lay claim to the term superpower.
1,536 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 73.95
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This paper discusses the expansion of the American empire from its early days as a nation of farmers through being an imperial power with expanding territories to being the world's only superpower since the collapse of the Former Soviet Union. It evaluates whether it is a good thing for a state to be so powerful and looks at how long America can actually stay in this position in light of today's political world.
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Introduction
Manifest Destiny
Land Acquisition through Conquest and Purchases
Implications of American Imperialism
America's History as an Imperialist Power
America as an Agricultural Country
The Need for Markets
Foreign Markets and American Imperialism
American Hegemony vs. other Imperial Powers
Comparison with the Soviet Union
Comparison with Britain
Negative Implications
America as the World's Only Superpower
America after the Collapse of the USSR
America as a Benign Hegemony
Collapse of Empire
Conclusion
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"America began as a small cluster of colonies clinging to the eastern shore of the great continent of North America. As the country expanded westward, and also northward and southward, a spirit of "manifest destiny" gripped the land as pioneers, patriots and politicians sought to bring under American domination ever greater amounts of territory. Through land purchases such as the Louisiana Purchase, and through conquest, as in the case of the lands acquired as a result of the Mexican War and the Spanish American War, the country grew until it stretched from sea to sea, and from the Rio Grande River in the south, far north to the cold stretches of the Canadian wilderness."
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The USA's Dominance, 2008.
This paper discusses the USA's military and cultural domination of the world.
2,031 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 93.95
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The paper argues that the USA has achieved its position of dominance by exporting and imposing its culture and values, as well as by developing a very powerful army. The paper shows how cultural and military dominance are closely inter-related because they support and reinforce each other. The paper portrays how today the USA continues to succeed in extending its military and cultural hegemony over the entire world.
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"There is clear evidence that the USA is utilizing its huge army to dominate the world. This is shown by the fact that - although it is nominally a member of organizations such as the United Nations - it nevertheless will defy such organizations when it sees fit. For example, the United Nations opposed the invasion of Iraq in 2003. However, the USA went ahead with the invasion anyway, defying the United Nations. This was despite the fact that Iraq had never threatened the USA in any way. As we know, this war has turned into what many regard as another Vietnam - an un-winnable, apparently endless war in which thousands of lives are being squandered for no good reason."
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Military Strategies of 1991 Persian Gulf War, 1993.
Analyzing the goals, tactics, technology, political aims, leadership, air power, views on Kuwait and planning of the Iraq vs. U.S.-led coalition.
3,825 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 9 sources, AU$ 195.95
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" Introduction
The purpose of this paper is to discuss the strategies of both the U.S..led coalition forces and the Iraqi military, as utilized in their respective campaigns during the Persian Gulf War. The method used in this analysis will be one of comparing and contrasting the strategies of both sides. In addition, an effort will be made to understand the rationale that led to the selection of these specific strategies. It will be seen that air power played a vital role in contributing to the success of the coalition campaign. By contrast, the lack of effective air power was a decisive factor in the failure of the Iraqi effort. The Persian Gulf War was chosen as the basis for this analysis because it provides an excellent case study in the contemporary use of strategic planning and warfare techniques. When Iraq.."
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Military Preparedness in the United States, 2002.
An analysis of America's military power and readiness in dealing with the political climate of the new millennium.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 76.95
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This piece is a paper analyzing America's military readiness in the new millennium. The author takes the stance that due to the changing world political climate, rapid advances in technology, outdated perceptions regarding how the military functions, and a lack of appropriate funding, the military is not prepared. The author cites evidence that while "brush fire" wars are the future of modern combat and that rapid technological advancement is extremely promising, the armed forces are stretched too thin and still absorbed in a Cold War mentality inadequate for addressing the new concerns brought about by these two developments. The technology also has problems of its own, problems which will need to be addressed if America is to remain the world's dominant military power.
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The Military in Africa, 2002.
Examines the dominant role of the military in politics in West Africa with the emphasis on Nigeria.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 28 sources, AU$ 141.95
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The predominant presence of the military since NIgerian independence in the region and the various roles it has played are outlined. Then, its links to colonialism and the nature of indigenous societies are explored. It is concluded that the military's predominance in bureaucratic/authoritarian states has indigenous as well as colonial roots.
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Military Influence in Pakistan, 2004.
This paper discusses military influence as the establishment power in Pakistan.
3,018 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 127.95
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In this article, the writer discusses in detail the reasons why the military has always been the most influential institution in Pakistan. The writer summarizes the factors behind the rise of the army to such influence in context with all the military and political governments that have come to power since 1947. This paper also focuses on how the military regimes have tried to maximize the army's influence in the civil domain, creating a military bureaucracy. An evaluation of the present situation is also provided with the implications it might have in the future. Finally, a limited set of recommendations are also considered for a solution to this consistent military influence in the country's politics.
Outline:
Introduction
First Direct Military Intervention
Conclusion & Recommendations
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"Pakistan's founder Jinnah had stressed on the making of a constitution as soon as possible but his untimely death only a year later and then the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan left the Muslim League and the nation with no real leader who could pursue the Quaid's vision. Then the dissolution of the Constituent Assembly (which was formed before partition to draft a constitution) by Ghulam Mohammad resulted in Pakistan not having the rules laid down for a proper political system. In such circumstances the military establishment on its own assumed the responsibility to govern Pakistan. It might sound like a very noble deed on their part but a full and critical analysis shows the military had its own reasons for such an intervention. After the initial eleven years of wrangling between bureaucrats in politics, the military establishment has been the major power-house institution to rule Pakistan."
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