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The US Air Force after Vietnam: Postwar Challenges and Potential for Responses 1st Edition by Donald J Mrozek ISBN 1478384719 9781478384717

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Authors:Donald J. Mrozek , Tags:Vietnam War; national security; cold war; Vietnam; US Air Force; congressional oversight , Author sort:Mrozek, Donald J. , Languages:Languages:eng , Published:Published:Jul 2003 , Comments:Comments:Vietnam War

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Author: Donald J Mrozek

The Vietnam War stands uneasily on the edge of public memory – slipping into the past and becoming part of our national history, yet still too recent to be forgotten by those who lived through its trials. But history seeks a meaning in its clouded events, a retrospective order and pattern that could instruct, and sometimes even inspire, successive generations. At present, then, Americans face the peculiar dilemma of having to respond to the impact of a war for which there is still no comprehensively shared vision. One cannot expect broad enthusiasm for a vision of the past whose primary purpose is to justify current policies, acquisitions, deployment, and research. Americans have thought of themselves as individualistic and unruly people – a flattering self-image, though in some ways a false one. Indeed, during the Vietnam War it was the patience and long-suffering of the American people that most deserved comment. This was not the first war to fact great protest and challenge from Americans. Opposition to a massive commitment that was killing young Americans, as well as many Southeast Asians, should hardly have seemed surprising. What should have caused real surprise was how long it took for opposition to coalesce. In the end, the Vietnam experience ought to remind us of how well Americans can rally to a cause, even when it is poorly conceived and executed. But these are not the lessons of Vietnam. They are only illustrations of how we may come to different understandings of the Vietnam experience. The central lesson is that even when we cannot control the circumstances around us, we can still control ourselves. The use of military and political resources to have our way is not only a practical and technical issue, it is also a philosophical and moral one. It may be worth asking if we have ever won a war by betraying our own traditions and values. In this study, Dr. Donald J. Mrozek probes various groups of Americans as they come to grips with the consequences of the Vietnam War. He poses far more questions that he answers, and some of what he says may invite strong dissent. Yet it will serve its purpose if something here provokes creative thinking and critical reexamination, even of some long-cherished ideas. Viewing the Vietnam War as a logical outcome of American defense thinking has challenging implications, as does seeing the “cold war consensus” on foreign affairs as an oddity. Yet this is not a litany of objection and protest. Doctor Mrozek raises serious questions about how the contemporary notion of deterrence has emerged; and dealing with such questions forthrightly could make deterrence more effective. So, too, questions the past relationship of military professionals with the mass media is not an assignment of guilt but an invitation to develop a beneficial and cooperative relationship. Nor is this study a tale of gloom and despair; it is rather an appeal for self-consciousness and self-awareness. It is a plea for us to take command of the problems that beset us by taking control of ourselves first.

The US Air Force after Vietnam: Postwar Challenges and Potential for Responses 1st Edition Table of contents:

Chapter 1: The Legacy of Vietnam: Lessons Learned

Analyzing the lessons drawn from the Vietnam War for the Air Force.
The impact of Vietnam on U.S. military doctrine, air operations, and tactical strategies.
The critique of airpower effectiveness and the lessons regarding air superiority.

Chapter 2: Organizational Changes in the Air Force

The changes within the U.S. Air Force structure after Vietnam.
Efforts to modernize, streamline, and restructure the Air Force in response to postwar needs.
Challenges faced in reorganizing a military service after a protracted conflict.

Chapter 3: The Technological Shift: Modernization of Aircraft and Equipment

The transition from Vietnam-era aircraft and technology to newer, more advanced platforms.
The development and integration of stealth technology, precision-guided munitions, and advanced avionics.
The role of technological innovation in shaping the future of the Air Force.

Chapter 4: Air Force Doctrine and Strategy Post-Vietnam

How Air Force doctrine evolved after the lessons of Vietnam.
The shift in strategic priorities, including the development of the “AirLand Battle” concept and the focus on deterrence.
The influence of changing global threats on Air Force strategy and doctrine.

Chapter 5: The Transition to a Professional Volunteer Force

The move from the draft system to an all-volunteer military force after the Vietnam War.
How the Air Force adapted its recruitment, training, and retention policies to build a professional force.
The challenges of maintaining morale and readiness in a post-Vietnam era.

Chapter 6: The Role of the Air Force in the Cold War Context

Examining the strategic role of the Air Force during the Cold War and its contribution to nuclear deterrence.
The tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union and the increasing importance of strategic bombing, nuclear readiness, and air superiority.
How the Air Force prepared for potential conflicts with the Soviet Union while dealing with the aftermath of Vietnam.

Chapter 7: The Impact of the Vietnam War on Air Force Leadership

The leadership changes and challenges faced by Air Force officers after the Vietnam War.
The shift in leadership style and the challenges of rebuilding confidence in Air Force capabilities.
Examining the rise of new leaders who shaped the post-Vietnam Air Force.

Chapter 8: Air Force Readiness and the Volunteer Military

Addressing the readiness of the Air Force during the transition to an all-volunteer force.
Analyzing the impact of budget constraints, training needs, and the necessity for modernization in maintaining operational readiness.
Strategies for preparing the Air Force for future conflicts while managing the postwar challenges.

Chapter 9: The Role of the Air Force in Post-Vietnam Conflicts

The evolution of the Air Force’s role in post-Vietnam conflicts, such as the Gulf War, and its early responses in the context of Cold War tensions.
Case studies of air operations in post-Vietnam conflicts and the changing nature of air combat.
The Air Force’s role in joint military operations and its increasing integration with the other branches of the U.S. military.

Chapter 10: The Changing Nature of Warfare: Air Force Adaptations

How the changing nature of warfare, including the rise of asymmetric warfare, influenced Air Force strategies and tactics.
The growing role of technological integration, information warfare, and cybersecurity in air operations.
Adaptations made by the Air Force in response to evolving threats, including the challenges posed by regional conflicts, terrorism, and global instability.

Chapter 11: Post-Vietnam Challenges for U.S. Air Force Personnel

An exploration of the challenges faced by Air Force personnel, including dealing with the psychological and social impacts of the Vietnam War.
The impact of Vietnam on Air Force veterans and the Air Force’s role in addressing their needs.
Efforts to improve the quality of life and welfare for Air Force personnel in the postwar era.

Chapter 12: The Future of the Air Force: Challenges and Potential Responses

Looking ahead to the future of the U.S. Air Force in a rapidly changing world.
Identifying the key challenges that the Air Force faces in the 21st century, including new technologies, geopolitical shifts, and evolving warfare tactics.
Potential responses and strategies to maintain air superiority and combat readiness.

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