U.S. Naval Presence in the Persian Gulf: The Mideast Force Since World War II

Authors

Peter W. DeForth, U.S. Naval Reserve

Number

6

Abstract

Nuclear stalemate and its most recent manifestation, détente, have led the United States to adopt a policy of ''conflict avoidance" as the primary emphasis of our national strategy. In response, the Navy has given the presence role a far higher priority in its consideration of the four principal mission areas.

Recommended Citation

DeForth, Peter W. (1975) "U.S. Naval Presence in the Persian Gulf: The Mideast Force Since World War II," Naval War College Review: Vol. 28: No. 4, Article 6.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol28/iss4/6