Snakes in the Eagle's Nest: A History of Ground Attacks on Air Bases
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Abstract
Abstract : In view of the findings of recent RAND research that suggest that few opponents will be able to challenge the U.S. Air Force (USAF) in the air, a RAND study for the USAF, 'Countering U.S. Aerospace Power,' has been investigating means that future adversaries might pursue to counter U.S. airpower. As part of that study, the historical effort reported here examines ground attacks on air bases in conflicts between 1940 and 1992. Its purpose is to offer a comprehensive review of attacker objectives and tactics, and of the most effective defensive countermeasures. The insights gained can be related to current air-base-defense doctrine and tactics and should be of interest to Air Force Security Police in training, operations, and policy positions. Additionally, it is hoped that the report will serve as a useful reference for Security Police courses on air base ground defense and for officers researching the history of ground attacks on air bases. The report should also be of interest to Air Force officers in operations and plans (OPLANS) positions who have a broader responsibility for ensuring the availability of airpower as a ready instrument in the defense of U.S. interests. Finally, the special forces, defense analysis, and military history communities should find the report of interest.
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